alcohol,category,country,description,designation,price,rating,region,subregion,subsubregion,title,url,varietal,vintage,winery
12,White,Australia,"Though it is in the unscrewcapped minority, this is a well-built Riesling, and one that somehow seems engineered to please a wide-reaching audience. It offers white peach and other subtle fruit flavors dusted with sweet talc, make no mistake—its dry, minerally mouthfeel is the key player here. Has a little spritz in the mouth, with white pepper and a burst of peach fruit on the back end.",,17,88,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Alkoomi 2002 Riesling (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alkoomi-2002-riesling-frankland-river/,Riesling,2002,Alkoomi
14.9,Red,US,"Offers a smooth, creamy mouthfeel and a red plum-fruit core, with caramel and tobacco accents. Aromas are of figs and Indian spices; one reviewer found the fruit a bit candied. This is a very good Cab, drinkable in the near term, though not one that necessarily merits such a lofty price tag. Finishes with bitter chocolate.",Stature,100,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Stature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-stature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The sheer layers of oak wrap up round plum, light cherry, dried tobacco and herbs. The acidity is a refreshing counterweight to the tannins and the style is elegantly simple.",Du Plessis Reserve,33,87,Western Cape,,,Havana Hills 2000 Du Plessis Reserve Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havana-hills-2000-plessis-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2000,Havana Hills
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The dry nose of thyme and oregano lets the fresh flavors of red plum and currant carry the punch, with a leathery dried-herb finish providing follow through. Balancing the fruit are forward tannins and soft acids.",Ariane,20,87,Walker Bay,,,Beaumont 2001 Ariane Red (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-2001-ariane-red-walker-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Beaumont
10.5,White,New Zealand,"Muskmelon and lime flavors start off tasting sweet, but are quickly reined in by brisk acidity, finishing chalky and tart. This is a fine Riesling, yet slightly disappointing in the context of previous vintages.",,15,86,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 2001 Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-2001-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2001,Martinborough Vineyard
13,White,Australia,"A well-balanced and straightforward wine, the Tintara is medium-bodied and creamy in the mouth, with stone fruit and vanilla flavors. Butterscotch, and maybe some nuttiness, wraps it up on the finish.",Tintara,15,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Hardys 2001 Tintara Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2001-tintara-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2001,Hardys
13.5,White,Australia,"An approachable wine that starts off with floral, peachy aromas and ripe peach and yellow fruit flavors. On the back palate, there's a burst of tropical fruit, plus some oak. Easy to drink, and easily to like.",Bear Crossing,7,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2002 Bear Crossing Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2002-bear-crossing-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2002,Angove's
,White,US,"Hard to get lushness and complexity into a Chard at this price, but this wine tries hard. It's a cool climate wine, to judge from the crisp, upfront acidity. Flavors veer toward apples and citrus fruits, and if there's any oak, it doesn't show. Finishes clean and lean.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2001 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2001,Maddalena
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The insubstantial nose of this wine is spotted with dried herbs, baking spices and a whiff of pickle jar. The palate is thin, the tannins are sheer, but the flavors are of sweet, fresh red plum and cinnamon.",,8,84,Western Cape,,,Robert's Rock 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberts-rock-2002-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Robert's Rock
,Red,US,"Tastes like a little country wine you came across while traveling the back roads. Rough in texture, with berry flavors, and very dry, it's a little like a rustic Cabernet.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,DeRose 2001 Negrette (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derose-2001-other-red-negrette-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Negrette,2001,DeRose
13.9,White,US,,Bunch Select,22,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2001 Bunch Select Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2001-bunch-select-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Sheldrake Point
13,White,US,"Maybe southern Oregon is too hot for white wines; at least it appears to be based on this flat, rather lifeless offering. The nose is like applesauce, while the palate is bland and lazy, with only a modicum of grapefruit working in its favor. A little banana and citrus pith on the finish save it from a worse fate.",,18,80,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Paschal 2001 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Paschal
13.8,White,Australia,,,19,81,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Marinda Park 2001 Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marinda-park-2001-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2001,Marinda Park
,White,US,"Just like the barely drinkable regular release, only with an overlay of oak. Smells vegetal, and the thin flavors veer toward grapefruit.",Reserve,18,81,California,South Coast,South Coast,Falkner 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falkner-2000-reserve-chardonnay-south-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Falkner
12,White,US,,Reserve,25,81,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2001 Reserve Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2001-reserve-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Dr. Konstantin Frank
13,White,Australia,,,17,81,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Greg Norman Estates 2001 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2001-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Greg Norman Estates
11.1,White,US,,Semi-Sweet,11,81,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2002 Semi-Sweet Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2002-semi-sweet-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Anthony Road
12.5,White,US,"Aromas of jalapeno peppers, thistle and pine needles raise questions about ripeness while not exactly rolling out the welcome mat. That said, the wine is surprisingly sweet, with orange and lemon flavors. Finally, a thick texture runs in contrast to the lean nose, ultimately leaving one confused and asking: Is this really Sauvignon Blanc?",,10,81,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Eola Hills 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2000-sauvignon-blanc-southern-applegate-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Eola Hills
11.5,White,US,Review text not available at this time.,Semi-Dry,11,81,New York,New York Other,New York,Heron Hill 2002 Semi-Dry Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-hill-2002-semi-dry-riesling-other/,Riesling,2002,Heron Hill
10,White,US,,Angel,15,81,Texas,Texas,,Messina Hof 2000 Angel Johannisberg Riesling (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/messina-hof-2000-angel-riesling-johannisberg-texas/,Johannisberg Riesling,2000,Messina Hof
12.5,White,US,"This is a wine the winery has lavished some extra care on:  barrel fermentation, 50% new oak, extra time in barrel. But the results are disappointing. A thin, sour wine, it has a bitter edge to it and a finish that suggests that something went wrong in the barrel.",Winery Estate Reserve,20,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2000 Winery Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2000-winery-estate-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Château Bianca
13.5,White,Australia,,,,81,Victoria,Victoria,,Blue Pyrenees 2001 Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pyrenees-2001-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2001,Blue Pyrenees
,Red,US,"Puts out hot country scents of baked cherry pie, pie crust, and tar, and those hot notes continue in the mouth. There's something Port-like in the raisiny flavors and thick texture. Turns semi-sweet on the finish.",,20,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2000 Pinotage (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2000-pinotage-central-valley-lodi/,Pinotage,2000,Vino Con Brio
13,White,Australia,,Ripe,10,82,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Logan Australia 2000 Ripe Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logan-australia-2000-ripe-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Logan Australia
11,White,US,"Yellow in color and thick in the bouquet. The nose is hard to peg, but there are notes of mustard and asparagus. The palate offers some orange and apple flavors, but also something similar to canned peas. It seems overripe and past its prime.",Cellarmaster's,7,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2000 Cellarmaster's Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2000-cellarmasters-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2000,Columbia Winery
13.9,White,US,"Flat but clean, with very light and distant apricot and celery aromas. The flavors veer toward green apple and lemon, while the finish is bland. From a texture standpoint, it's watery, with only modest fruit quality.",,13,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2001 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Willamette Valley Vineyards
11.5,White,US,,Blue Moon,7,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2001 Blue Moon Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2001-blue-moon-riesling-other/,Riesling,2001,Bridgeview
13,White,Australia,,,8,82,Victoria,Murray-Darling,,McPherson Wine Company 2001 Chardonnay (Murray-Darling),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-2001-chardonnay-murray-darling/,Chardonnay,2001,McPherson Wine Company
11,White,US,,Dry,10,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2001 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2001-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Glenora
13.5,Red,Australia,"The mixed plum fruit is unremarkable but fine. In terms of texture, there's not much, until some powdery-woody tannins pop up on the back end.",Kanga's Leap,8,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Riverina Estates 2002 Kanga's Leap Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverina-estates-2002-kangas-leap-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Riverina Estates
13.8,White,US,"A bizarre wine weird-aromas and flavors. Smells smoky-sweet, like cotton candy, with mint and peach puree, and has similar flavors. Hard to tell if it's dry or sweet.",Blanche's Vineyard,18,82,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 2000 Blanche's Vineyard Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-2000-blanches-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Cedar Mountain
,Red,US,"Tastes and smells hot, with a burnt rubber note that persists through the tart, peppery finish. The wine is very dry, with little fruit.",,14,82,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Hawk Crest
13,White,Australia,"Fruit on the palate is yellow but flat; you'll find more yellow fruit on the nose, where it shows a little more life. Finishes with some chalk and herb.",Lightly Wooded,18,82,South Australia,Southern Fleurieu,,Mt. Jagged 2001 Lightly Wooded Chardonnay (Southern Fleurieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-jagged-2001-lightly-wooded-chardonnay-southern-fleurieu/,Chardonnay,2001,Mt. Jagged
12,White,US,,Semi-Dry Spring Riesling,12,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2002 Semi-Dry Spring Riesling Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2002-semi-dry-spring-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Anthony Road
,White,US,"Dry, bright and light, with simple, modest fruit flavors and  a short clean finsih.",,15,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 2002 Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2002-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,2002,Trefethen
,White,US,"Quite viscous, with creamy peach, melon and pear flavors at its core. An odd mineral note sticks out, though, while the finish could use a touch more acidity.",,10,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 2001 Riesling (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-2001-riesling-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Riesling,2001,Madroña
14.5,White,US,"While not smelling much like typical Viognier, this southern Oregon offering is round, sweet and ripe, with honey and apple flavors. The finish is sweet and honeyed, and also quite short. A chunky, full-bodied mouthfeel is the most typical characteristic of the wine.",Del Rio Vineyards,18,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2001 Del Rio Vineyards Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2001-rio-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2001,Silvan Ridge
13.3,White,Australia,"Offers cracker and wheat aromas, and light white stone-fruit flavors that seem coated in confectioner's sugar, or talc. Perhaps it's the “unwooded” designation talking, but this wine seems a little light, and not much like Chardonnay.",Promised Land - Unwooded,10,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2002 Promised Land - Unwooded Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2002-promised-land-unwooded-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2002,Wakefield
13,Red,US,"Borderline translucent in color, and equally light in the nose. The aromas are of cranberry and chlorine. The palate is all strawberry and some bitter oak, and while it picks up steam and fills out with time, the initial impression is hard to overcome.",Umpqua Cuvee,39,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 2001 Umpqua Cuvee Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-2001-umpqua-cuvee-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Henry Estate
13,Red,US,"A bit weedy in the nose, with notes of pepper and salsa. The flavor profile runs sour, with rhubarb and pie cherries sticking out. The mouthfeel is where the wine suffers most; it's hard and aggressive, with piercing tannins and acids that combine forces to starch out your palate and cheeks.",White Bluffs - Estate Grown & Bottled,21,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Claar 1999 White Bluffs - Estate Grown & Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claar-1999-white-bluffs-estate-grown-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Claar
,White,US,"A thin, uninspiring wine with citrus and apple sauce flavors and lots of acidity. Tastes watered down, but will do in a pinch.",Private Selection,11,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2001 Private Selection Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2001-private-selection-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2001,Robert Mondavi
13.5,Red,Spain,"Grainy, unfocused aromas start it off, and the wine just never gets back on track after that. The palate is bulky and overdone with plum and prune flavors, while the finish seems sweet and raisiny, and without a lot of harmony. As a whole it's chewy yet neither here nor there.",Crianza,18,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1999 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1999-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,1999,Pradorey
11,White,US,"Sweet and simple, with pleasant peach, apple and spice notes. Fresh and clean on    the finish.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2002 Johannisberg Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2002-riesling-johannisberg-other/,Johannisberg Riesling,2002,Woodbridge
13.5,White,US,"Like a photocopy of a good Chardonnay, this wine is indistinct. There are some decent peach and apple flavors and what tastes like a dose of oak, but it's really thin and watery.",Barrel Aged,8,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2001 Barrel Aged Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2001-barrel-aged-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Woodbridge
13.5,White,Australia,,Reserve,10,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 2002 Reserve Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2002-reserve-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2002,Lindemans
,White,Australia,"Fans of toast, butterscotch and butter will gulp this down happily, but these reviewers are sad to see the wine's fruit get lost beneath it all. Finishes like caramel candy; smells like buttered whole wheat toast. Will certainly have its appeal, but we'd like to see the fruit center stage next vintage.",Reserve,16,83,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heathfield Ridge 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathfield-ridge-2000-reserve-chardonnay-limestone-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Heathfield Ridge
14,White,Australia,,Mansfield,16,83,Victoria,Victoria,,Delatite 1999 Mansfield Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delatite-1999-mansfield-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,1999,Delatite
13,White,Australia,"A simple but good wine, with toast and golden apple flavors. Has nice apple and olive oil aromas, and a mouth-puckering herb and white pepper finish.",,12,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2001 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2001-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2001,Wolf Blass
,White,US,"An unbalanced wine despite some pretty apple and peach flavors, an overlay of oak, and a creamy smooth texture. The parts are nice but somehow they don't knit together and the wine feels disjointed. Turns quite bitter on the finish.",Sattui Family,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2001 Sattui Family Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2001-family-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,V. Sattui
,Red,Spain,"Meaty in the nose, with leathery aromas. The fruit flavors are in the plum class, and there seems to be a poached-fruit element there as well. The finish feels hefty and disparate; it has no real direction. Which basically describes this wine. It's full and tannic, yet it doesn't seem to have a goal, much less a path to travel upon.",Roble,13,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 2000 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-2000-roble-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,2000,Pradorey
11,White,US,Review not available at this time.,,13,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Peconic Bay Winery 2001 Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peconic-bay-winery-2001-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2001,Peconic Bay Winery
12.9,Red,South Africa,"A little browning at the rim combined with stewy and baked aromas confirm age. Oaking shines through with notes of char, cedar, and smoke over meaty-tasting, but thin fruit and dried herbs.",Unfiltered,23,84,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 1998 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1998-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Fleur Du Cap
14.5,White,Australia,"A straightforward, moderately priced Chard, with characteristic golden apple and toast notes from start to finish. A good wine, but those averse to wood should steer clear.",,20,84,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 2000 Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-2000-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Heggies Vineyard
13,White,Australia,"Palate offers sweet but simple yellow fruit flavors, particularly peach and banana. Finishes with peach pit and caramel flavors. What's here is fine, but better concentration would have merited it a better score.",,16,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Burn 2000 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-burn-2000-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Yarra Burn
11,Dessert,US,,Estate Bottled - Ice Wine,30,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2000 Estate Bottled - Ice Wine Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2000-estate-bottled-ice-wine-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2000,Wagner
,Red,US,"Lots of sun-ripened berry fruit, with smooth tannins and a nice, dry finish, but there's a tart edge of acidity that time won't resolve. Tastes almost like an old Chianti, and best consumed with rich, oily fare.",,28,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Mt. Vernon 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-vernon-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Mt. Vernon
12.5,Red,US,"So what's this California winery doing in Oregon? Making a nice little Pinot Noir for the masses. Connoisseurs will find it simple, but give Parducci a break. This is a good introduction to Pinot at a price everyone can afford.",,9,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Parducci 2001 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2001-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Parducci
14,Red,South Africa,"The clean, juicy acidity provides a consistent backdrop to the thinned flavors of dark earth, plum and dark chocolate. Throughout, and especially on the finish, is an oaky overlay with a hint of herbs.",,20,84,Devon Valley,,,Meinert 2000 Merlot (Devon Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meinert-2000-merlot-devon-valley/,Merlot,2000,Meinert
14.5,Red,South Africa,"The red plum and cassis aromas are meaty and oak-laden and carry to the smoky palate. This simple wine shows firm tannins and good acids, finishing with a toasty herbal note.",,25,84,Devon Valley,,,Meinert 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Devon Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meinert-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-devon-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Meinert
,Red,Spain,"Full and minty, and quite the bargain at five bucks. This bargain buster features some cherry liqueur and sucking-candy flavors, while the finish is not devoid of some class, as it offers coffee and chocolate notes. Yes, it's a bit like cherry soda without the bubbles, but what's not to like at this price, especially if the menu calls for burgers or London broil? If Two Buck Chuck is so popular, try giving this wine “hug,” the English translation for abrazo. Best Buy.",,5,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Abrazo 2001 Garnacha (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abrazo-2001-grenache-garnacha-carinena/,Garnacha,2001,Abrazo
12.5,Red,US,"Decent, with ripe flavors of cherries and spice, dry tannins and good acidity. Yes, it's a common wine, made for everyday consumption, but you can't drink expensive stuff every day. This will do in a pinch, or for your next block party.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Forest Glen
13,Red,Spain,"The aromas are a bit too prickly and pickled to call the nose clean, and thus the wine never really achieves solid footing. The raspberry and strawberry fruit is there, but it's marred by sharp, pickled accents, which ultimately don't work in its favor. The feel is nice, as the acidity and tannins are proper. But with too much funk to the nose and palate, it misses the upper echelon.",Crianza,10,84,Northern Spain,Cigales,,La Legua 1999 Crianza Tempranillo (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legua-1999-crianza-tempranillo-cigales/,Tempranillo,1999,La Legua
11.5,White,US,"Quite fruity and straightforward, with pleasant peach, melon and citrus flavors. The finish is clean and fresh and the wine well balanced.",Private Selection,9,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2002 Private Selection Johannisberg Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2002-private-selection-riesling-johannisberg-central-coast/,Johannisberg Riesling,2002,Robert Mondavi
,Red,Chile,,120,8,84,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 120 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-120-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Santa Rita
11,White,US,,Semi-Dry,9,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Prejean 2001 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prejean-2001-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Prejean
12.5,Red,South Africa,"The thin, tart palate displays cranberry-plum fruit and the nose is of newsprint, driftwood and currants. This sensory combo is not as odd as it sounds, but the wine could use more depth.",,10,84,Robertson,,,Sinnya 2001 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinnya-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Sinnya
11.5,White,New Zealand,"An solid introduction to the world of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, it's off-dry in style, with melon and honey flavors given structure by lime-like acids. Pleasant, and even if it is a bit simple, it's easy to like.",,15,84,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2001 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2001-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Grove Mill
12,White,US,,Dry,10,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2001 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2001-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Fox Run
12.5,White,Australia,"Rather dry in the mouth, with a minerally feel; flavors are similarly dry—think red apple skin, plus some pear. Has clarified butter and a plastic- or resin-like note on the nose, and toffee and cream on the finish.",,23,84,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Elysian Fields 2000 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elysian-fields-2000-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,Elysian Fields
,Red,US,"One of the last ‘98s to be released, and still dark in color. The tannins are hefty, although they're of the soft, pliant kind, and acidity is low. Oak overshadows the fruit. Not offering much now, and doesn't seem to be an ager.",,45,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Icaria Creek 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Barbera (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/icaria-creek-1998-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-barbera-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Barbera,1998,Icaria Creek
13.5,White,Australia,"Feels rather full in the mouth, but the flavors aren't as big as its body. Dry, citrusy notes (lemon peel, lemonade) play on the palate and the finish. Nose offers lots of toast and butterscotch.",,30,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1999 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1999-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,1999,Balnaves of Coonawarra
6,Sparkling,US,"This Beaver State answer to Moscato d'Asti is sweet, sweet and more sweet. Who knows what the actual residual sugar reading is? That said, the lemon-lime aromas with notes of basil and tarragon are nice, and the wine is currently quite fresh (although it likely won't last long). Not too bubbly or aggressive, and pretty in the mouth due to fairly snappy acids. Drink now with fruit-based desserts or frosted cake.",Early Muscat - Semi Sparkling,14,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Silvan Ridge 2002 Early Muscat - Semi Sparkling Muscat (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2002-early-muscat-semi-sparkling-other/,Muscat,2002,Silvan Ridge
,Red,US,"Firmly tannic and rather mouth-numbing even at five years of age. Enters with a hard edge and finishes tough and gritty. Will it age? There are some black cherry flavors inside, but it's a gamble.",La Joie,100,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Verité 1998 La Joie Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verite-1998-joie-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1998,Verité
14,Red,South Africa,"Fragrant notes of spiced plum, cherry and milk chocolate are met with toast and herbs on the palate. The acidity is a façade to smooth, sheer tannins and the finish is layered in oak and cocoa.",,14,85,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 2001 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-2001-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2001,Rust en Vrede
13.9,Red,South Africa,"The browning rim, light tannins and fair acidity make this a wine for drinking now. The notes of earth, spiced plum, toast and sweet, stewed rhubarb are complimented throughout with vanilla and cinnamon.",Unfiltered,15,85,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 1998 Unfiltered Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1998-unfiltered-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,1998,Fleur Du Cap
13.2,White,Chile,"Very particular yet still very Riesling. Oily, tight aromas signal intensity, which is delivered on the peach-like palate that turns creamy toward the finish as banana and papaya take over. There's a bitterness throughout, and at points it's interesting while at others it's too much. Also in abundance is the taste of pepper. A unique wine with attitude.",Dona Isidora,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2000 Dona Isidora Riesling (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2000-dona-isidora-riesling-maipo-valley/,Riesling,2000,Cousiño-Macul
13,White,US,"Essentially a reserve pinot blanc, this wine captures pleasant pear flavors and some extra texture suggestive of extended lees contact. Very limited (60 case) production.",Wetzel Family Estate,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2001 Wetzel Family Estate Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2001-wetzel-family-estate-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2001,Château Bianca
13,White,Australia,"Light in weight and subtle in flavor, this Chard is a welcome change from some of its mega-mallowy Oz compatriots. There are citrus and peach flavors on the palate and floral, yellow fruit aromas; it starts to get toasty with aeration.",,16,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Chalice Bridge 2001 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalice-bridge-2001-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2001,Chalice Bridge
13.5,Red,US,"Not bad for everyday quaffing, with some rich blackberry flavors and nice, dry tannins. It has a country-style edge of roughness to it, but all in all, this is a pretty good value in Cabernet.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Chumeia 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Chumeia
11,White,US,"Light in weight, but quite tart and zesty in the mouth, this wine's green apple and lime flavors deliver a touch of sweetness despite the ""dry"" moniker.",Dry,11,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Knapp 2002 Dry Riesling (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2002-dry-riesling-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Riesling,2002,Knapp
13.9,Red,US,"There's lots of good varietal character in this pleasant wine. It has correct flavors of blackcurrants, olives and herbs, and is wrapped in delicately soft tannins. The finish is dry and fruity. Not a lot of stuffing going on, but will be nice with roast beef.",,12,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leonardo Family Vineyards 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonardo-family-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Leonardo Family Vineyards
12.1,Red,US,"Opens with aromas of oak, mint, and herbs, with a hint of blackcurrant. Drinks fairly tannic at the moment, and sharp in acids. There is some berry fruit buried down deep, but not offering a plush, hedonistic experience. The finish is very dry and tannic.",Marinus Estate Grown & Estate Bottled,50,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Bernardus 1999 Marinus Estate Grown & Estate Bottled Meritage (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-1999-marinus-estate-grown-estate-bottled-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Meritage,1999,Bernardus
12.5,Red,US,"From a Mendocino producer who defends this appellation as Bordeaux country, a rather rough wine, compared to its southerly neighbors from Napa and Sonoma. Blackberry fruit barely ripened, and there are green, stalky flavors in this dry, fairly tannic wine.",,18,85,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 1999 Merlot (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1999-merlot-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Merlot,1999,Yorkville Cellars
,Red,US,"Smells good and rich, with waves of plum, blackberry, tar and smoke aromas, and the flavors are very similar. Drinks dry and tasty in the mouth, but loses a few points for a gritty tartness through the finish.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2000 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2000-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2000,Firestone
11,White,US,"Soft, easy and well-made, this wine is quite sweet, but pleasant, with apple blossom and ripe pear aromas and flavors of apples, pears and apricot.",,21,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2002 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2002-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Glenora
10.7,White,Australia,"A straight-ahead Riesling, pleasant but uncomplicated. Minerals envelop white stone fruit on the palate; the fruit is more fruit skin than flesh. Nose is light and feminine, with citrus and confectioners' sugar notes.",Poison Hill Vineyard,18,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Frankland Estate 2002 Poison Hill Vineyard Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2002-poison-hill-vineyard-riesling-western/,Riesling,2002,Frankland Estate
13.7,White,US,"Aromas of snap peas and minerals come in front of grapefruit, apple and lemon flavors. This wine has both a stony, crisp core as well as a plump, chewy texture. The finish is at once tangy and lean, but also fairly driven. Not an easy wine to wrap your arms around and assess, but not bad either.",,11,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Pepi 2001 Pinot Grigio (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-willamette-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Pepi
13.5,White,Australia,"Nice floral, pear and vanilla notes waft from the nose. Its body is on the soft side, but the sweetish, white stone fruit-and-citrus profile (and its bargain price) are surefire crowd pleasers.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Swan 2002 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-swan-2002-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Black Swan
,Red,US,"A generic, regional South-Central Coast Pinot showing berry, cola, herb and sautéed mushroom flavors encased in soft, silky tannins and crisp acids. Has little complexity and best consumed now.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bernardus 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bernardus
,Red,US,"Pretty tannic now, with underlying fruity flavors of plum, blackberry, herbs and earth. Drinks very dry and a bit austere, and there's tartness in the dusty finish. May gain with an additional year or two of age.",,19,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-merlot-sonoma-county-25424/,Merlot,1999,Benziger
13.5,White,Australia,"A flavorful Chardonnay, with a backbone of ripe, tropcial fruit and apples. Toast and caramel notes sing loudly, though, from beginning to end (the wine was aged in French and American oak hogsheads)—steer clear if you're averse to wood.",,18,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Simon Hackett 2001 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2001-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Simon Hackett
11,White,US,"Sweet and ripe, with intense flavors of apples and pears. Decent acidity keeps it from becoming cloying, but this comes close to being dessert-sweet.",Semi-Dry,11,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Knapp 2002 Semi-Dry Riesling (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2002-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Riesling,2002,Knapp
14.4,Red,US,"A nice little red blend, easy to drink, with cheerful flavors of blackberries and cherries that are very ripe without being in your face. Entirely dry, with light tannins. Enjoy with everything from sandwiches to steak.",,14,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leonardo Family Vineyards 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonardo-family-2001-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2001,Leonardo Family Vineyards
,White,US,"Interesting to taste Saintsbury's Reserve next to the regular Chardonnay. Both naturally share the same taste and textural characteristics, but this wine is oakier and softer in the mouth, especially in acidity. It lacks the crispness and zest of the regular. Seems a bit heavy and flat, although it's still a nice wine.",Reserve,35,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Saintsbury
,Red,US,"A pleasant sipper at a nice price, this fruity wine has flavors of cherries and plums, and is soft and rich. Has more complexity and depth than you'd think, and is a very good value.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Redwood 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Redwood
13.8,Red,US,"Smells and tastes like an inexpensive Aussie Shiraz, with jammy raspberry and cherry flavors and a dry, peppery finish. The texture is a little syrupy and thick, but it's a good, easy wine.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Maddalena 2000 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2000-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2000,Maddalena
,Dessert,US,"A plummy, semi-sweet dark red wine that could stand a bit of a chill in the fridge. It has a nice chocolatey edge that would be a good partner with dark chocolate desserts. Finishes clean and with good acidity.",Gallagher Ranch,18,85,California,California Other,California,Rosenblum 2001 Gallagher Ranch Black Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-gallagher-ranch-muscat-black-other/,Black Muscat,2001,Rosenblum
13,Red,South Africa,"The palate is drenched in sweet oak and sugarplums. This is not to say that it is a syrupy quaff: there is also cocoa, toast, dried herbs and a note of eucalyptus that pinches at the finish.",,30,85,Robertson,,,Prospect 1870 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prospect-1870-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1870,Prospect 1870
12,White,US,,White,14,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2001 White Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2001-white-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2001,Palmer
12.5,White,New Zealand,"An eccentric version of Marlborough Riesling that tastes reminiscent of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, with a green, underripe quality and some goosberry aromas on the nose. There's also a hint of riper, cinnamon-scented fruit and a clean, crisp finish.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2002 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2002-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2002,Omaka Springs
,Red,US,"A nice Cabernet, proper and pleasant, it tastes of blackcurrants and oak and is very dry and balanced. No doubting that it comes from a good vineyard and has been made in a competent style.",,12,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Mendocino Gold 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-gold-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Mendocino Gold
14,Red,South Africa,"This wine has a thin streak of eucalyptus throughout. As a foil to that green note, there is red licorice, cassis, sweet cherry and blk plum to entice. Pleasant notes of molasses, oiled leather and white pepper round out the palate.",Cape,34,86,Stellenbosch,,,Mas Nicolas 2000 Cape Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-nicolas-2000-cape-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Mas Nicolas
14,Red,South Africa,"Mature fruit is veneered with oak and kissed with dusty cocoa and dry earth. Although this is losing freshness, it comes off as elegant and the tannins suggest that it may age for just a year or two longer.",,22,86,Paarl,,,Plaisir De Merle 1998 Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plaisir-merle-1998-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,1998,Plaisir De Merle
,Red,South Africa,"Approachable, fresh flavors of red plum, toast, tobacco and apple peels finish with a cedary zing. The body of this wine is lightweight, with good acids and particulate tannins with a fair grip.",,33,86,Western Cape,,,Havana Hills 1999 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havana-hills-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,1999,Havana Hills
,White,US,"Bright, fresh, fruity and light bodied, with pretty peach, apple and spice flavors that leave a crisp, clean and pleasant finish. Fairly sweet, but refreshing.",Bay Mist,8,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,J. Lohr 2002 Bay Mist Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2002-bay-mist-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2002,J. Lohr
14,Red,South Africa,"Damp, foresty earth aromas meet those of cherry and dusty cocoa, which carry to the palate of lightweight red fruit. The balance of smooth tannins and gentle acidity is pleasant, but there is room for more heft and complexity overall in this wine.",,22,86,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 1999 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-1999-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1999,Thelema
,White,US,"A tart, flinty and apple-y rendition of Riesling, one that's lean and light, one that leaves your mouth feeling clean and fresh after swallowing or spitting. One that would make a particularly pleasant aperitif.",,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2001 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2001-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2001,Elk Cove
13,White,US,"Light and fresh, with hints of peach, citrus, melon, spice and slate. The wine serves up a refreshing mix for spring and summertime sipping. Fruity on the finish. -J.M.",,8,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Firestone 2002 Riesling (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2002-riesling-central-coast/,Riesling,2002,Firestone
14,Red,South Africa,"A light barnyard note is accompanied by grilled meat, red plum and tobacco that carries to the palate. The acidity is somewhat spritzy and the tannins are sheer, so this is very juicy and suited to everyday fare.",,10,86,Breede River Valley,,,Rawson's 2002 Shiraz (Breede River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rawsons-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-breede-river-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Rawson's
,White,Chile,,Reserva,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2002 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2002-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Santa Rita
,Red,Chile,,120,8,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Rita 2002 120 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2002-120-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2002,Santa Rita
13,White,Australia,"Though its standout aroma is of toasted campfire marshmallows, on the palate, this wine is toasty without being too creamy, and offers pleasant toast, apple and pear flavors that persist on the finish. It's a medium-weight, crowd-pleasing wine.",Genus 4,20,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,McGuigan 2000 Genus 4 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2000-genus-4-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,McGuigan
,White,US,"Higher in acids and lower in sugar than the regular bottling, and shares most of the same charactertistics. Packed with jammy white stone fruit and floral flavors. Lees adds a rich, creamy texture. Still, it's not a dry wine, and is best matched with dishes with some sweetness.",Reserve,20,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2001 Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2001-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,King Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes a little weedy, with green, stalky notes, but saved from disgrace by the pretty blackberry flavors and rich texture. Dry, with firm but easy tannins and good acids, this is a nice everyday sipper at a fair price.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2001 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2001-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,2001,Hahn
12,White,Australia,"Has a nice citrus-pear core, but the fruit wears a strange faux-sweetness (really, it tastes like saccharine) that was a little offputting. Still, it's a nice wine, with medium body and nice resiny and creamy notes on the nose.",,20,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Elysian Fields 2001 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elysian-fields-2001-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2001,Elysian Fields
13.5,Red,Australia,,,16,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Palandri 2001 Merlot (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palandri-2001-merlot-western/,Merlot,2001,Palandri
,Red,US,"Here's a good example of what's so disturbing about the rash of expensive Cabernets and blends that has possessed the minds of consumers. This is an awkward, cumbersome wine. Sure, the fruit is as ripe as anything on earth, but what good is extract if it doesn't have balance? The wine is excessively soft. It's cloying, and to add insult to injury, it's tannic. There are wines that cost one-fifth the price that are far better.",Tresca,60,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Allora 1999 Tresca Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allora-1999-tresca-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Allora
13,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of cocoa, applesauce, red plum and mild toast travel to the palate. The acidity gives the wine an overall feel of cleanliness and juiciness.",Estate,22,86,Swartland,,,Allesverloren 1999 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allesverloren-1999-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-swartland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Allesverloren
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This balanced wine has a nose of vanilla, cardamom that lingers on to the mouthful of simple, oaky red fruit. There is an herby note of radicchio that clings from the nose to the cinnamon toast finish.",Troika,25,86,Franschhoek,,,Chamonix 2000 Troika Red (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chamonix-2000-troika-red-franschhoek/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Chamonix
,White,Austria,"In a remote northern suburb of Vienna, Fritz Wieninger runs his cellar from a house that also doubles as a heurige (a wine bar that sells young wine). This young, racy Riesling is crisply steely, light and fresh with a delicious tingle of acidity.",Riedencuvée Vienna,,86,Austria,,,Wieninger 2001 Riedencuvée Vienna Riesling (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wieninger-2001-riedencuvee-vienna-riesling/,Riesling,2001,Wieninger
,Red,US,"A good, richly flavored Cabernet that shows proper varietal character without any special qualities. Flavors of blackcurrants drink dry, wrapped in smooth tannins. May improve a bit with a few years in the cellar.",Sunny Slope Vineyard,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 1999 Sunny Slope Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-sunny-slope-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Imagery
14,Red,South Africa,"Dusty tannins with a fair amount of grip are a good match to the plum, white chocolate and intense, dusty earth. A note of oaky vanilla carries through to the slightly herby finish.",,15,86,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2001 Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2001-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,2001,Fleur Du Cap
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A heavy note of baking spices is found throughout those of fleshy red plum, brown sugar and sweet red licorice, finishing with mild dried herbs. The bracing acidity makes this a natural for the cheese course. Try with blue cheese.",African Tradition Collection - Leopard,12,86,Paarl,,,Niel Joubert 2001 African Tradition Collection - Leopard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niel-joubert-2001-african-tradition-collection-leopard-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Niel Joubert
14.5,Red,US,"A very strong wine of superior tannic and acid structure. You can feel the pedigree in your mouth, smooth, elegant and luscious. The fruit is as ripe as it might be. The flavors are earthy and tobaccoey, and the wine turns astringent on the finish.",Don Raffaele Estate,39,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Family 2000 Don Raffaele Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-family-2000-don-raffaele-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Crane Family
13.5,White,Australia,"There's a zippy citrus note on the nose, though the underlying aroma is of cracker, or flour; the citrusy streak resurfaces on the palate and carries through to the finish. A little creaminess rounds out the nose. Quite a value for Barossa Chardonnay.",Spires,10,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 2002 Spires Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-2002-spires-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Barossa Valley Estate
13.5,White,Australia,"Goes down so easy; if you can't get away to Cancun for vacation, this is the next best thing. This is a tropical Chardonnay if ever there was one, with pineapple and melon notes on the palate, and with pineapple and coconut on the nose. Finishes dry, with some citrus peel.",Warburn,10,86,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Riverina Estates 2001 Warburn Chardonnay (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverina-estates-2001-warburn-chardonnay-new-south-wales/,Chardonnay,2001,Riverina Estates
13,Red,Spain,"This label is owned by Parxet, a cava producer, and it delivers a solid, youthful taste of Ribera. There's pepper and earth, and a little oak on the nose. Flavor-wise, it's loaded with snappy black cherry and plum. At first take it's simple and forward, but always tasty and ripe. And with airing a bit of complexity comes on.",Crianza,20,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Tionio 2000 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tionio-2000-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2000,Tionio
13.5,Red,US,"A pleasant sipper with some real depth and varietal character. The plummy, blackberry flavors have a nice streak of mocha and dried herbs, and are wrapped in fine, easy tannins. Feels good and clean through the spicy finish.",Vintner's Reserve,16,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Vintner's Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-vintners-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Kendall-Jackson
,White,France,"This small merchant house is best known for its great Vendanges Tardives. But at the simpler level, this Riesling Collection is dry and fresh, with a great floral character, deceptively light acidity and a subtly spicy aftertaste.",Collection,20,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Kuentz-Bas 2000 Collection Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kuentz-bas-2000-collection-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Kuentz-Bas
11.5,White,US,"Slightly floral on the nose, with some pear and nectarine as well, this light-bodied wine blends sweet stone-fruit flavors with tart green apples on the palate, giving it a degree of balance.",Semi-Dry,10,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2002 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2002-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Lucas Vineyards
13.5,White,Australia,"A bright, sunny, yellow Chard through and through-and the cream-and-tropcial fruit nose is just the beginning. Peach, banana and vanilla flavors resurface on the palate; toasty-butterscotch flavors round out the back end. An instant mood-lifter. Drink now.",,14,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 2000 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2000,Tatachilla
13,White,Australia,"Medium-bodied and soft in the mouth, this Chard has nice floral and pear aromas, and stone fruits dusted with a smidge of powdered sugar. A good large-gathering wine, but isn't that when you first tried it, too?",Diamond Label,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2002 Diamond Label Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2002-diamond-label-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Rosemount
12.5,White,Australia,"With banana and other tropical fruit flavors, though not exactly weighty, this Riesling's medium body feels heavy compared to zippier Clare Valley renditions. Still, it's a nice, easy-drinking wine, and just the sort of wine you need to win Chard fanatics over to a new white.",Estate Bottled,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Estate Bottled Riesling (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-estate-bottled-riesling-south-eastern/,Riesling,2001,Rosemount
13,White,US,"Of this winery's two new releases, the less expensive is better, because this usually fine release is from the infamous ‘98 vintage. It just can't overcome a basic thinness and wateriness, despite an obvious pedigree and plush oak. That said, it's a good wine. The ‘99 will undoubtedly be much better.",Alexander's Crown Vineyard,28,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 1998 Alexander's Crown Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-alexanders-crown-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Rodney Strong
12.6,White,US,"Another ""dry"" Riesling that's not quite dry, this one starts off with spiced pears and hints of peaches that seem a bit soft at first, then turn gradually tarter and more focused on the finish.",Dry,13,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2002 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2002-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Sheldrake Point
,White,Australia,"Focused in the mouth with just a touch of creaminess, the Logan offers pear and nutmeg flavors, and a hint of green apple on the finish. It's not a mouthfilling, overly flashy wine, but this could be a good thing if you're pouring it with dinner. Try it with your first-course seafood dish.",Reserve,21,86,New South Wales,Orange,,Logan Australia 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logan-australia-1999-reserve-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,1999,Logan Australia
,White,US,"A lovely wine, teetering on the edge of sweetness. The pretty apple, apricot, and honeysuckle flavors have a crisp, steely edge of acidity, and there's a rich streak of mineral and diesel that adds complexity.",,10,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2001 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2001-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2001,Jekel
13.5,White,Australia,"Medium-bodied and a little viscous in the mouth, this value Chard is no fruit bomb, as are many others at this price. It's rather interesting—look for white stone fruit and floral notes on the palate, and peach and passion fruit notes on the nose. Finishes with a peppery-herbaceous bite.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2002 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2002-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Alice White
12.5,Red,Spain,"From the Valcarlos winery, this Tempranillo has some berry aromas, earth and a bit of grain on the nose. The flavor profile deals plum, cassis and some green olive, while the finish is lean and toasty. The texture is nice, and, while it's not terribly packed with bold flavors or extract, it gets the job done and delivers a solid expression of the grape type and region.",Tierra de Estella,12,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Fortius 1998 Tierra de Estella Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortius-1998-tierra-estella-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,1998,Fortius
,White,US,"Made in an earthier style. Not that there aren't exuberant flavors of apples, pears and peaches, but they're conjoined with notes of tobacco and herbs. Not especially oaky, but the smoke and vanilla complexities are just right.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Handley 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Handley
,Red,US,"All the parts here are good. The color is rich and dark, the aromas and flavors are rich and ripe, the tannins are velvety and fine, acidity provides a kick of brightness, and the oak is just right. Somehow though it doesn't come together yet. The palate feels the  edges. Time may soften them.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2001 Meritage (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast/,Meritage,2001,Hahn
14,Red,South Africa,"Foresty earth notes wrap spiced plum, vanilla and toast flavors. The light weight and refreshing acids lead to the clean, toasty finish. More depth would contribute to a higher score.",,18,86,Franschhoek,,,Dieu Donne 2000 Merlot (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dieu-donne-2000-merlot-franschhoek/,Merlot,2000,Dieu Donne
,Red,US,"Seems a bit hard and lean for a ‘99, especially a reserve. Pretty tannic now, although there's some blackberry fruit at the core. Oak provides additional nuances of smoke and spice. Hard to tell where it's going.",Reserve,70,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sterling
,White,France,"This wine comes from the négociant side of the Muré business, which buys grapes from the hot, sunny slopes above Rouffach, south of Colmar. The exposure gives this wine a particular richness for the year, with aromas of citrus fruits and apples. It is already ready to drink.",,18,87,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2001 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2001-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,René Muré
13.5,Red,Spain,"Young and boisterous, but nice and tasty. The color is violet, while the aromas are unchained and saturated. Flavors of black plum, ripe grapes and rubber make for uncommon richness, while the finish is sizable and real. Full tannins and some acidic punch ensure that it won't be taken lightly. Made by the people at La Legua.",Tinto,,87,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Valdetan 2001 Tinto Red (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdetan-2001-tinto-red-cigales/,Red Blend,2001,Valdetan
13.5,Red,US,"What rich flavors there are here. With this fabulous vintage that ripened the grapes perfectly, it would be hard not to find plush  blackberry, cassis and other herb and spice flavors. The tannins are just a bit brash and bold, suggesting a year or so of aging to calm things down.",Mohrhardt Ridge,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 1999 Mohrhardt Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1999-mohrhardt-ridge-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wellington
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Woody notes mix with leather and light brown sugar that carry to the palate with cedar, tobacco and meaty red plum. The oaking is well integrated, the meatiness is attractive and the wine is a great example of South Africa's Old World bent.",,20,87,Coastal Region,,,Môreson 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Môreson
13.5,Red,Australia,,,16,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Palandri 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palandri-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Palandri
,Red,US,,,18,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Foppiano 2001 Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2001-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2001,Foppiano
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Medium-weight, with a touch of apparent sweetness, this tart-apple and lime-scented wine should prove versatile at the table. Pair it with anything from wursts and kraut to Thai dishes.",,14,87,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 2001 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-2001-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Allan Scott
12.5,White,Australia,"Whereas other Oz Rieslings can be described as having light chalky notes, this one's got rocks and boulders. It's dry in the mouth, with lime skin and a bold rocky-slatey sort of minerality. Has a slight spritz in the mouth, with star fruit on the finish and melon notes on the nose.",Reserve,14,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2002 Reserve Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2002-reserve-riesling-south/,Riesling,2002,Jacob's Creek
13,White,Australia,"This Riesling is smooth in the mouth, with yellow-fruit flavors and aromas—banana is particularly prevalent—and a fine dusting of chalk. Opens and closes with nice citrus accents.",Watervale,25,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Grosset 2002 Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grosset-2002-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2002,Grosset
,White,Australia,"A harmonious, balanced wine, with bright citrus and white stone fruit aromas, and vanilla and cream nicely balancing yellow fruit on the palate. At this price, it's a no-brainer. Drink now.",Nottage Hill,8,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2002 Nottage Hill Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2002-nottage-hill-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Hardys
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that will surprise you. It has real richness and varietal flavor, and is dry and balanced, with the weight you want in a nice Cabernet. Might even get a little better in another year or two.",Signature Clara's Vineyard,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 1998 Signature Clara's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1998-signature-claras-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Dunnewood
13.8,Red,US,"From the coolest corner of the estate, a tough young wine that shows some aging possibilities. Currently, it is drinkable for its silky, easy tannins and gentle mouthfeel. But the flavors are stubbornly herbal. Seems a victim of the vintage, but could soften and develop in a few years.",Julia's,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2000 Julia's Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2000-julias-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cambria
,White,US,,Blue Moon,8,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2002 Blue Moon Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2002-blue-moon-riesling-other/,Riesling,2002,Bridgeview
9.5,White,New Zealand,"The Matariki style of late harvest wine is to avoid overly sugary renditions in favor of balance. In this, the 2000 succeeds admirably, combining bergamot, pineapple and apricot flavors in a lightly sweet yet tart wine. Best with fresh fruit and cheeses, as it's not rich enough to match with anything sweeter.",Late Harvest,30,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2000 Late Harvest Riesling (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2000-late-harvest-riesling-hawkes-bay/,Riesling,2000,Matariki
13.9,Red,US,"Great structure and balance, among the finest in the world, with all the pedigree that terroir brings to Cabernet. But vintage rules. This harvest, the wine is lean in fruit, with a pepper and sage profile.",,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Mount Eden Vineyards
12.8,Red,US,"Yes, 1997 is the current vintage. Reviewers gave this wine's bouquet two thumbs up—it has lovely aromas of wheat biscuit, mint and cassis. Our biggest gripe here was the wine's weight—which, for a Cabernet from a good vintage, was pretty light. Still, it had some pleasant cherry, red plum and earth flavors.",,45,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Icaria Creek 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/icaria-creek-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Icaria Creek
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a very fruit-forward and flashy version of New Zealand Riesling. Aromas of tangerines, nectarines and pears are followed by ripe stone-fruit flavors that even bring a hint of red berries. Limes provide focus and delineation to the finish.",,14,87,New Zealand,,,Saint Clair 2002 Riesling (New Zealand),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-clair-2002-riesling/,Riesling,2002,Saint Clair
,Red,US,"Has the soft, easy but complex tannins that made the appellation famous, and bracing acidity underpinning blackberry, olive and herb flavors. Feels good and rich in the mouth. Try cellaring it for a few years.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Château Souverain
14,Red,South Africa,"This red blend shows its 51% Cabernet roots with strong red cherry and ripe plum fruit. Throughout, the notes of vanilla, cinnamon toast, and cream vie for attention over the likeable fruit. The snug, particulate tannins and alcohol heat make for a mouthfilling experience.",Reserve,35,87,Helderberg,,,de Trafford 1999 Reserve Red (Helderberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trafford-1999-reserve-red-helderberg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,de Trafford
13,White,US,"Dry Creek Chards ask for a certain indulgence. They're never opulent or over the top, and have rather earthy flavors that bring to mind sweet, cured tobacco. This wine, which is a fine example, features winemaker interventions, like lees and oak, and finishes with some tannins. If you're adventurous, try aging it.",La Brume,30,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 2001 La Brume Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-2001-brume-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Michel-Schlumberger
13.5,White,Australia,"Made “without the influence of oak maturation,” and it shows.  A very good, clean, interesting wine with fresh peach and citrus flavors, medium body and pretty floral aromas. Not complicated, but pleasant. Finishes with chalk and a little sweetness.",,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Nardone Baker 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nardone-baker-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Nardone Baker
14.1,White,Australia,"This medium-bodied Chard has nice oregano and thyme notes on the nose, with more fresh herbal accents on the palate. Cream and nutmeg flavors are most prevalent in the mouth; finishes with pleasant floury-nutmeg notes.",,13,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Morgan Simpson 2000 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-simpson-2000-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2000,Morgan Simpson
13.5,White,US,"The bright gold color and botrytis aromas tell you right off the bat that this is late-harvest juice. In the mouth, the extract and thickness are that of Vendanges Tardives Alsace whites, and flavor-wise, there's quince, peach and cinnamon, along with more botrytis and white raisins. Quite interesting for the region and a solid take on European-style late-harvest Gewurz. Possibly best with blue cheese or foie gras.",Late Harvest - Estate Bottled,9,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2001 Late Harvest - Estate Bottled Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2001-late-harvest-estate-bottled-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Montinore
11.6,White,Australia,"Smooth on the palate, though perhaps not as crisp and dry as some of its countrymen. Still, it has fragrant thyme and rose notes on the nose, with white pepper and sweet yellow fruit flavors. A thread of white pepper from beginning to end holds it all together.",,16,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Ninth Island 2001 Riesling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninth-island-2001-riesling-tasmania/,Riesling,2001,Ninth Island
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A racy, lean version of New Zealand Riesling, with crushed limestone, tart apples and fresh limes combining on the palate. Citrusy acids on the finish bring it sharply into focus. Worth a try with shellfish or as an aperitif.",Dry,15,87,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2000 Dry Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2000-dry-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Jackson Estate
12.5,White,US,"Hogue built its reputation with stunningly fruity, crisp, bright white wines such as this, and no one in America does a better fruit-forward Chenin. Delicious, like a New World Vouvray, with the same sweet/sour seduction and food-friendly acids. Best Buy.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,1999,Hogue
,Red,US,"A dark, young wine, rich in sharp acids and fresh youthful fruit, with deep flavors of dark stone tree fruits and berries, such as plums and loganberries. It's very dry, and the tannins, while vigorous, are negotiable. Will mellow with a few years of bottle age.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 2000 Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-2000-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,2000,DeLorimier
14.5,White,US,"A very fruity, exceptionally ripe wine, filled with sun-pure flavors of green apple, white peach, pear, and nutmeg. Oak plays a supporting role throughout. Finishes with a honey and pepper richness.",Grand Archer,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2001 Grand Archer Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2001-grand-archer-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Arrowood
,White,US,"Showing moderate body and made in a drier style, the wine offers a hint of earthiness that's followed by pretty melon, peach, herb and citrus flavors. Crisp and clean on the finish, with a toasty, fruity hint at the end. More complex than   many of the local Rieslings.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Anapamu 2001 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2001-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2001,Anapamu
,White,US,"Much leaner than the ‘99 vintage. This release shows mineral, slate, and citrus fruit  flavors and high acidity, and is very dry. Feels like liquid steel gliding over the palate, ultra-clean and tart. No creme brulee this year, but nonetheless a distinguished wine.",Bench Break Vineyard,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2000 Bench Break Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2000-bench-break-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Cambria
13,Red,Spain,"From the Frutos Villar bodega comes this friendly if a bit lean reserva with cherry, leather, and rubber aromas and a snappy, clean palate of cherry and raspberry fruit. The finish is lightweight and pure, and slightly warming, while overall it comes across fresh and solid, with just enough oak to give it heft and substance.",Reserva,17,87,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Calderona 1996 Reserva Red (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calderona-1996-reserva-red-cigales/,Red Blend,1996,Calderona
13,White,Australia,"Understated stone fruit and mineral flavors dominate the palate, with peach-pit and citrus notes on the finish. Round and resinous in the mouth; nose offers a white peppery, plasticy bite.",Reserve Bin,19,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Penfolds 2002 Reserve Bin Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2002-reserve-bin-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2002,Penfolds
13.2,White,Australia,"A fresh and crisp, though unusual, wine. It has pleasing flavors yet tastes like it's made from flowers rather than fruit. There's jasmine, honeysuckle—you name it—on both the nose and the palate. Lean in the mouth, with a hint of apple skin toward the finish.",,19,87,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Pipers Brook Vineyard Estate 2002 Riesling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pipers-brook-vineyard-estate-2002-riesling-tasmania/,Riesling,2002,Pipers Brook Vineyard Estate
13.8,Red,US,"A lighter style of Napa Cabernet, with pretty spice, cherry, cedar,vanilla, plum and anise notes. Tannins are mild, with medium body. The finish is also moderate in length. -J.M.",,37,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Pine Ridge 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Pine Ridge
13,White,New Zealand,"It's the rare NZ Riesling we see in this country that's from Martinborough, but Nga Waka's 2001 makes a strong case for the continued production of Riesling in an area that's better known for Burgundian varieties. Floral on the nose, with bright citrusy fruit on the palate and almost ephemerally light, this is an ideal aperitif wine.",,20,87,Martinborough,,,Nga Waka 2001 Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nga-waka-2001-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2001,Nga Waka
13,Red,US,"Flavors of plum, cherry, cassis, chalky earth, smoke and bell pepper. Still tight and chewy, with suggestions that the fruit from this difficult vintage didn't attain full ripeness. A good effort from a subpar year, marked by a hint of brett on the finish.",Estate Series,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1996 Estate Series Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1996-estate-series-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1996,Columbia Crest
,White,US,,Late Harvest,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 2002 Late Harvest Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2002-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2002,Covey Run
13.8,Red,South Africa,"The sweet, easy-drinking flavors of cherry and plum are countered by pipe tobacco, with gentle layers of oak throughout and some eucalyptus on the finish. The acids lend a pleasant bite and are well offset by the tannins which have some grip.",,10,87,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2002 Shiraz (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-robertson/,Shiraz,2002,Robertson Winery
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Notes of cedar, paper and leather carry to the cassis laden palate, with meat juices and a hint of plum. Light in weight, with talcy tannins, this wine is straightforward and an easy drinking entertainer.",,10,87,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-robertson/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Robertson Winery
,White,Chile,,Reserva,12,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2002 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2002-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Santa Rita
11.5,White,US,"On the sweet side, but it's also crisp, with enough zesty acidity to provide balance. Floral, apple-y and refreshingly light, this is a fine picnic wine. A chalky note gives added depth to the finish.",,9,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Logan Ridge 2002 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logan-ridge-2002-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Logan Ridge
13.8,White,US,"Hard, lean and minerally, with mouth-tingling acidity and flavors of stone, herbs and citrus fruits. This is not one of your fat, hedonistic monsters, but will pair better with foods. The finish turns honeyed, with hints of peaches.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2001,La Crema
,Red,US,"Actually a Bordeaux blend, this mainly merlot wine from the Umpqua valley in central Oregon outdoes its peers with dark, plummy, even jammy fruit laced with toast, tar and espresso. Sweet fruit meets stiff tannins, all in the name of structure.",,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2000 Merlot (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2000-merlot-southern-umpqua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Abacela
10,Dessert,US,"It's picked late, when the grapes are superripe, then winemaker Kip Bedell puts them in a freezer prior to crush to further concentrate the resulting must. The result is a thick, gooey, unctuous dessert wine with flavors of tangerines and honey. Yum.",Late Harvest Riesling,35,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 2001 Late Harvest Riesling Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-2001-late-harvest-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2001,Bedell
,Red,US,"Fairly rich and ripe, with pretty balck cherry, blackberry, spice, herb, leather and earth notes. The tannins are smooth, though the finish packs some forward brightness. A new style from a veteran winery. -J.M.",Selection Reserve Jacques de Conink,47,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1999 Selection Reserve Jacques de Conink Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1999-selection-reserve-jacques-conink-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Beaucanon
13,White,Australia,"Zippy and fresh in the mouth, well balanced, with eye-opening fresh green herb and lemon peel flavors. The same green herb, plus some petrol, shows on the nose. A gravelly, minerally finish brings it to a dry close.",,21,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mount Horrocks 2002 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-horrocks-2002-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2002,Mount Horrocks
13.5,Red,Australia,,,16,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Palandri 2001 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palandri-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2001,Palandri
14.5,White,US,"Held back probably to tame fierce acidity, and it's still a young, lean, tart wine. Fresh, juicy flavors of lemons drink very clean and vibrant, but it's austere stuff. Try with goat cheese on toast.",Great Estates,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Great Estates Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-great-estates-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,Australia,"Though it starts with a burst of tropical yellow fruit and its accompanying sweetness, this is still a dry wine, with a strong mineral-and-citrus backbone. Finishes with more tropical fruit and some white pepper. Try it with Asian cuisine—this plus a ginger-based sauce makes for a good match.",,24,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Tower Estate 2002 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tower-estate-2002-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2002,Tower Estate
16,Red,South Africa,"This is a very lovely choice for an evening in with its sweet plum, pepper and blackberry flavors couched in smooth, powdery tannins. A thin vein of eucalyptus and a bit of acidity complements the peppercorn finish. This is sure to please each time it is uncorked.",,40,88,Helderberg,,,de Trafford 2000 Shiraz (Helderberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trafford-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-helderberg/,Shiraz,2000,de Trafford
,Red,US,"Clearly a step in quality above the winery's regular release. A slight cloudiness suggests an unfiltered wine -- whether or not this is true -- but it has the stuffing of flavor and texture that make it interesting. Pale in color, delicate of body, with intensely spicy, raspberry and tobacco flavors and perky acids. Catch it in its youth for flamboyance and spirit.",Balletto Ranch,25,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Balletto Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-balletto-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,De Loach
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas are of licorice, plum and whole wheat. Merlot makes up just 10% of this blend, which has a smooth claylike texture and flavors of roasted meat and plum. It's approachable now, and very tasty.",,16,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Burton 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burton-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Burton
,White,Australia,"Light stone fruit aromas on the nose; it's round in the mouth, with stone fruit, mineral and citrus flavors. A good aperitif, and a solid choice if creamy, oaky Chards just aren't your style.",,40,88,South Australia,Piccadilly Valley,,Barratt 2001 Chardonnay (Piccadilly Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barratt-2001-chardonnay-piccadilly-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Barratt
13.5,White,Australia,"A well-balanced and medium-bodied offering; pear and other stone fruit flavors dominate the palate, while pear and lemon-lime aromas harmonize on the nose. Finishes with drying chalk and mineral notes. A solid, flavorful wine.",,13,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2002 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2002-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2002,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,US,"This ageable wine has sturdy tannins and is a shade too young to drink now. A few years of cellaring will open up the blackcurrant and olive flavors and soften the mouthfeel. If you must open it, try with a perfectly grilled lambchop.",Barelli Creek,32,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Barelli Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-barelli-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
12,White,Australia,"This Reserve somehow didn't show quite as well as  Pikes's regular bottling, though it's still a very good wine. It's a little viscous in the mouth, with straw, lemon rind and mineral flavors that flow through the finish.",Reserve,23,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 2001 Reserve Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-2001-reserve-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2001,Pikes
13.7,Red,US,"Smooth and round from the start, with aromas of plum, cassis and cola. In the mouth, there's cherry and more cassis, and as a whole it's downright tasty. On the back side, the finish is firm and chocolaty, with good tannins. After tasting many a mediocre Pinot Noir from this Eugene-based winery, this flavorful if one-dimensional Cabernet is a revelation. Only 150 cases produced.",,26,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Silvan Ridge
14.5,Red,US,"Sweet roasted red pepper, black plum, black cherry and delicious apple aromas lead to a palate of simple red to black fruit, toast and dried herbs. Finishes long with a touch of pepper and grilled meat. The structure provided by balanced tannins and acidity suggest a reward for aging.",,36,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Titus
,Red,US,,Monhoff Vineyard,40,88,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2000 Monhoff Vineyard Zinfandel (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2000-monhoff-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Zinfandel,2000,Von Strasser
,White,US,,,8,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2001 Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2001-riesling-other/,Riesling,2001,Willamette Valley Vineyards
10.5,White,New Zealand,"Mt. Difficulty winemaker Matt Dicey has made another fine Otago Riesling, this from a single vineyard whose name is Gaelic for ""Hill of Gold."" It smells of honey and marmalade, with strong citrus overtones and a sweet attack. Zesty acids on the long, crisp finish provide balance.",Crag an Oir,20,88,Central Otago,,,Alexandra Wine Company 2001 Crag an Oir Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexandra-wine-company-2001-crag-an-oir-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2001,Alexandra Wine Company
13,White,Australia,"This is a bright, balanced Chard with a clean, chalky mouthfeel and nice Golden Delicious apple, passion fruit and peach flavors on the palate. Finishes with dry citrus flavors. It screams summer, so enjoy it outside while the weather's fine.",,13,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Annie's Lane 2002 Chardonnay (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annies-lane-2002-chardonnay-clare-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Annie's Lane
14.9,White,US,"The melon, apple and pear aromas aren't as distinctively Viognier as one might expect, but the wine itself is solid and satisfying. The flavor profile is spicy and melony, and feel-wise there's lots of size. (This whopper weighs in at 14.9%, so it should seem big.)  A large, chewy yet mildly buttery finish seals the package as full bodied and rich.",Del Rio,22,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Elk Cove 2001 Del Rio Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2001-rio-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2001,Elk Cove
,White,Austria,"This bone-dry, poised wine is finely structured with floral aromas and flavors. It opens deliciously in the mouth, long-lasting and rich.",Domäne Wachau Achleiten Smaragd,30,88,Wachau,,,Freie Weingärtner Wachau 2001 Domäne Wachau Achleiten Smaragd Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freie-weingartner-wachau-2001-domane-achleiten-smaragd-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2001,Freie Weingärtner Wachau
,Red,US,,,45,89,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Von Strasser
12.8,White,Australia,"The pairing possibilities with this wine seem endless: seafood of all kinds, chicken, pasta salad, maybe pork, but it'd also make perfect sense to drink it as an aperitif. Clean and dry in the mouth, mineral and chalk are at the fore, with lime pith, soy and grass underneath. Finishes medium-long, with more of the same.",Cooladerra Vineyard,18,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Frankland Estate 2002 Cooladerra Vineyard Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2002-cooladerra-vineyard-riesling-western/,Riesling,2002,Frankland Estate
,Red,US,"Young and tight and not showing its best now, a cellarworthy wine that's the opposite of today's  flamboyant, drink-me-now style. Possesses elegance and finesse with its curranty flavors and dry, subtle tannins. Drink after 2006.",,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Clos du Val
,White,US,,,8,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bookwalter 2002 Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookwalter-2002-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,2002,Bookwalter
13,Red,Spain,"Deep but reticent on the nose, with somewhat muted cherry and blackberry aromas. Plum and black-fruit flavors come prior to a dark, mouth-filling finish that's properly tannic and entirely substantive. For a mid-price Rioja there's depth, and beyond that the flavors and feel are clean and attractive.",Vallobera Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,San Pedro 1999 Vallobera Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-1999-vallobera-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,San Pedro
13,White,Australia,"Though it's 100% Chardonnay, this wine doesn't taste particularly Chard-like: it has light floral and stone fruit notes more akin to a Riesling. It's a lightweight in the mouth, rounded out by a little creaminess. A decent, economical choice to quaff on a hot day.",,7,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Blue Tongue 2002 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-tongue-2002-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Blue Tongue
13.9,White,US,"Fairly light and innocuous; you really have to make an effort to draw anything from the nose. The palate is sweet and sugary, especially for Pinot Gris, which should be more dry and snappy. And that sweetness carries onto the finish and all the way out the back door. Not offensive, but overly sweet and thick given the grape and origin.",,14,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Silvan Ridge 2001 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,Silvan Ridge
13.7,White,US,"Heavily oaked, with lemon and coconut aromas. The palate is overwhelmed by wood, and that oak buries any fruit one might be able to dig up. Yes, the texture and feel are fine, but 90% of this wine's character is determined by the essence of the barrel, and that isn't an ideal oak-to-fruit ratio in anyone's book.",,14,81,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Silvan Ridge 2001 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Silvan Ridge
14,Red,South Africa,"Aromatic, ashy oak wafts around a slip of sweet red fruit. This thin, plummy fruit is sustained on the palate, where the acidity keeps it from being too sweet. The finish is chock-full of eucalyptus and dried mint.",,18,85,Stellenbosch,,,Camberley 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camberley-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Camberley
,Red,US,"Rustic and funky, with a curious nose sending up scents of fruit, musk, soy, pepper and espresso. Flavors are vivid and grapey, and there is a penetrating spicy note running throughout. The finish is tannic and rough.",,20,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Abacela 2000 Cabernet Franc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2000-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Abacela
12,White,Australia,"A straightforward but pleasant wine, with a yellow-fruit core that wears a chalky cloak. The nose offers zippy citrus aromas, and the first strains of the yellow fruit-and-mineral duo.",,14,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Annie's Lane 2002 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annies-lane-2002-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2002,Annie's Lane
,Red,Chile,,Reserva,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Santa Rita
14,White,Australia,"An interesting wine, at a good price: Has pastry dough, lime and yellow fruit aromas, and a slightly viscous texture. In the mouth, stone fruit wears a minerally cloak. White pepper and herb flavors add zip to the finish.",The Long Paddock,10,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 2002 The Long Paddock Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2002-the-long-paddock-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2002,Redbank
13.5,Red,US,"The clear scent of root beet along with barrel char works, and so does the ripe palate that's full of red raspberry and chocolate. If none of that sounds like Cab Franc from the Loire Valley or elsewhere, it's not. In it's own right, this is a ripe, full-bodied wine that's oaky, tannic and big—but also quite clean. And the texture is pure new wave.",,28,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 2000 Cabernet Franc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-2000-cabernet-franc-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Griffin Creek
,Red,US,"A tasty, easy-drinking Bordeaux blend assembled from three very different regions, the Santa Cruz Mountains, Sierra Foothills and Lodi. Very flavorful, almost exotic with cassis, cherry, chocolate, and ripe breadfruit and guava, framed in quite a bit of smoky oak. The tannins are soft. This is a wine that everyone will like.",Mercury Rising,17,88,California,California Other,California,Cinnabar 2000 Mercury Rising Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-2000-mercury-rising-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Cinnabar
13,White,Australia,"A fresh, food-friendly wine and a good value, the Old Winery Chardonnay has passion fruit, papaya and fresh herb flavors, with a light nougat aroma on the nose. On the palate, it's gravelly, and maybe a little spritzy. It's not a full, creamy, toasty blockbuster—but that's part of its charm.",Old Winery,14,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 2002 Old Winery Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2002-old-winery-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Tyrrell's
13.5,White,US,"This year the wine displays a tight structure of high acidity framing flavors of minerals, stones, and lime. On the finish a rich vein of tropical fruit and spice shows up. This young, steely wine possesses great authority and style, and may be an ager.",Riva Ranch Reserve,17,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2001 Riva Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2001-riva-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2001,Wente
11.5,White,Spain,"Floral and fresh, with a supercharged personality and plenty of sugary sweetness. On the plus side, it's racy and lithe, and that's despite being as candied as it is. But ask yourself, what's not to like about lemon-lime and apple? And when there's smoothness and palate feel thrown in, you wind up with a warm-weather winner.",Marques de Alella Clasico,10,88,Catalonia,Alella,,Parxet 2002 Marques de Alella Clasico White (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-2002-marques-alella-clasico-white-alella/,White Blend,2002,Parxet
,Red,Chile,,Medalla Real Special Reserve,18,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2000 Medalla Real Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2000-medalla-real-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Santa Rita
,White,Australia,"This Riesling is a beautiful rose-copper color. Fresh flavors of white stone fruit and straw on the palate, with more of the same, plus some custard or cream, on the nose. It's medium-bodied and is more elegant than it is zippy or fresh. Finishes clean, with hay and peach.",Art Series,22,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2002 Art Series Riesling (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2002-art-series-riesling-margaret-river/,Riesling,2002,Leeuwin Estate
,White,US,Milla Handley's estate wine is firmer and more acidic than her Sonoma bottling. It is a racy wine that brightens the palate with a malic acid edge of mineral. The flavor profile is thoroughly tart green apple. This crisp young wine will pair well with a wide range of food.,,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2001 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2001-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Handley
14,Red,South Africa,"This inky glassful is a little tight now, with firm acidity and coating, sandy tannins. A bit of aging will gently loosen the copious black plum, pepper, char, grilled meat and violet aromas and flavors for extended enjoyment.",,18,88,South Africa,,,Beaumont 2000 Shiraz (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaumont-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz/,Shiraz,2000,Beaumont
,Red,US,"My, how pricy wines from this vineyard have become. This release is rather herbal and earthy, with mushroomy, beet and black cherry flavors with an edge of sweet dried tomato. It's very dry and well-balanced, with considerable oak. Brims with young, firm acids and is a hopeful cellar candidate.",Garys' Vineyard,55,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Coyote Canyon 1999 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-canyon-1999-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Coyote Canyon
12.7,White,Australia,"This Chard is smooth in the mouth, with white stone fruit on the palate, plus white pepper and mineral notes that extend through the finish. What's here is pleasant enough, but more of these good things wouldn't hurt.",,7,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Cockatoo Ridge 2001 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockatoo-ridge-2001-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2001,Cockatoo Ridge
13.5,White,Australia,"This Chardonnay is a little heavy-handed on the butterscotch or caramel, top to bottom, but its citrus and mineral accents keep the toastiness in check. Offers yellow fruit on the palate and on the nose.",Summers,18,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Grant Burge 2000 Summers Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2000-summers-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Grant Burge
12.4,White,US,"Despite 12.4% alcohol, this wine still has a healthy dose of residual sugar. The fat mouthfeel and sweet fruit flavors scream California, from the ripe apple and peach flavors to the squeeze of lemony acidity on the finish.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2002 Johannisberg Riesling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2002-riesling-johannisberg-sonoma-county/,Johannisberg Riesling,2002,Chateau St. Jean
,White,US,"Loads of sweet pineapple and vanilla mark this richly succulent wine. Super-concentrated fruity flavors blast the palate, leading to a long finish. For all its ripeness, the wine is dry. Strong and tasty stuff!",,19,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Le Vin 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vin-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Le Vin
,White,US,"A pleasant, citrusy Chardonnay, but one that is well-oaked, with the resulting aromas and flavors of vanilla and buttered toast. Lemon and lime flavors veer into riper peach, and are wrapped in a creamy texture. Acidity is quite high and bursts on the palate with a mouthwatering zest.",,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2001 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2001-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2001,Saintsbury
,White,US,"Oak from barrels stars front and center, overshadowing the citrus, melon and fig flavors underneath. Feels great in the mouth, creamy and lush. By summer 2003, it will be better. A blend of 80% Sauvignon Blanc and 20% Sémillon.",The Novelist Meritage,16,89,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 2000 The Novelist Meritage Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-novelist-meritage-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2000,M. Cosentino
13,White,Italy,"This nicely balanced Pinot Bianco is fresh and crisp, blending peach, apple and grapefruit aromas and flavors together into a cohesive whole. Plump on the midpalate, yet steely and food-friendly on the finish.",,25,89,,Venezia Giulia,,Jermann 2001 Pinot Bianco (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2001-pinot-blanc-bianco-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Bianco,2001,Jermann
,White,US,"Shows unusual depth and finesse for a Sauvignon Blanc, with scads of palate impressions ranging from lemondrop candy, zesty wintergreen, apricot nectar and white pepper. Yet it's dry and smooth, with crisp acids.",,14,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Andretti
12,White,US,"Green apples and pears combine harmoniously in this tart, mostly dry offering. Elements of vegetable oil and mineral add complexity.",,10,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2002 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2002-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Fox Run
,White,France,"Marc Beyer has succeeded well, with a crisp, mineral style of wine that can marry well with so many fish and seafood dishes.",,9,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 2001 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-2001-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Leon Beyer
12,White,US,"Full bodied and viscous on the palate, the wine is balanced by bright acidity that gives it good focus. Peach, grapefruit, apple and spice notes are at the core here, followed by a lemony fresh finish. Quite fruity in style and fairly sweet. Try it as an aperitif or with duck and sweet sauces.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Maddalena 2002 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-2002-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2002,Maddalena
12.5,White,Australia,"Bright gold in color, with waxy melon aromas. Waxy melon aromas on the nose lead to peach, toast and beeswax in the mouth. Medium-bodied; a nice mineral-chalk note dries up the finish.",,24,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Pooles Rock Wines 2001 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pooles-rock-wines-2001-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Pooles Rock Wines
13.5,Red,Australia,,,16,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Palandri 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palandri-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Palandri
,White,US,"A ripe, almost thick, peach-laden wine with big, rich fruit and lots of punch.",,6,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 1998 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,1998,Kiona
,White,US,"From Gallo's Central Coast brand, a lean, tart and minerally Chardonnay marked by flavors of flint and lime just veering into tart green apple. Extremely well made, and not without interest, but if big, blowsy Chards are your thing, look elsewhere.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Anapamu 2001 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Anapamu
12,White,US,"This wine starts slowly, but a little bit of air really loosens it up, yielding aromas of vegetable oil, apples, and spring flowers. In the mouth, it's light in body yet crisply flavored, with Granny Smiths dominating. Enough floral elements persist on the palate to provide moderate complexity.",Dry,10,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2002 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2002-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Hunt Country Vineyards
13.9,Red,US,"Screams Carneros. Fleshy, jammy fruit flavors of cherries, strawberries and raspberries are highlighted by good acidity and drink very dry, with soft but complex tannins. It's not a simple wine, and has enough stuffing to cellar for a few years.",Las Amigas Vineyard,32,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Signorello 2000 Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2000-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Signorello
14.5,Red,US,"Tasty and full-bodied, this is a wine you might mistake for a Chateauneuf, with its plummy, blackberry and spice flavors. Heavy for a Pinot, with thick but manageable tannins, but still a good, rich wine.",,30,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Masút 2001 Pinot Noir (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masut-2001-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Masút
13.5,White,Italy,"Tocai Friulano and Ribolla Gialla give this wine attractive floral aromas and full flavors of tropical fruits (lychees?), while the Sauvignon Blanc in the blend provides grapefruity notes that perfectly balance the effusiveness of the other varieties.",Sacrisassi Bianco,42,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Le Due Terre 2000 Sacrisassi Bianco White (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-due-terre-2000-sacrisassi-bianco-white-colli-orientali-friuli/,White Blend,2000,Le Due Terre
13.5,Red,Chile,"You don't hear much about Cab Franc from Chile, but this is one that is worth seeking out. The aromas are spicy and attractive, even if there's some lemony oak masking the fruit. In the mouth, raspberry, red cherry and red apple run the show, and then comes a fresh, lithe, balanced finish. Everything is generally in place here, including some bright, refreshing acidity. Only the heavy oak dulls it down a touch. Best Buy.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,88,Lontué Valley,,,Valdivieso 2000 Single Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2000-single-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-franc-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Valdivieso
,Red,US,"A lovely, supple wine that's a joy on the palate, with its silky tannins and round, smooth mouthfeel. The flavors veer toward raspberries and cherries and finish off with a peppery, spicy aftertaste. This is a lighter-style, jammy wine.",Estate Reserve,35,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2000 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2000-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Laetitia
13,Red,Chile,"Quite condensed and woody, with brier and sawdust aromas and some vivacious berry fruit. The palate is deep and pure, with cherry and cassis along with hints of coffee and earth. Yes, it's a bit hard due to firm tannins, but it's also a complete wine with a long, overt finish. Best Buy.",Grand Reserve Vitisterra,13,88,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Grand Reserve Vitisterra Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-grand-reserve-vitisterra-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Morandé
14,White,Chile,"The nose is light and attractive, with peach and floral accents. The mouth is perfectly smooth, with apple, melon and a hint of flint or steel. On the finish, some cinnamon spice adds character to the baked-apple flavors. With no flaws, this is the epitome of affordable, drinkable Chardonnay. Best Buy.",Reserve - Barrel Fermented,10,88,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2002 Reserve - Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2002-reserve-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Montes
13.2,Red,Chile,"The nose is big and forward, a statement of modernity for this French-owned Chilean winery. Once you get to the wine itself, it's a bit boxed in and young, but with plenty of berry and cherry fruit. The finish is big and expansive, an indication that the wine should age nicely for at least four or five years. A good wine for fans of Chile's reds.",Le Dix de Los Vascos,40,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 1999 Le Dix de Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-1999-le-dix-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,White,Italy,"This is a rich, full-bodied Chardonnay, full of wood aromas from its 11 months aging in barriques. It has big, creamy fruit with touches of honey, and ripe, long-lasting, spicy flavors.",Linticlarus,20,89,,Alto Adige,,Tiefenbrunner 1999 Linticlarus Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiefenbrunner-1999-linticlarus-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,1999,Tiefenbrunner
,Red,US,"Lighter in body and substance than the 2000 vintage, with cola, cherry and spice flavors wrapped in soft, easy tannins and crisp acids. Drinks very dry, with oaky influences. Nice in the mouth, and versatile at the table, but basically simple.",Garys' Vineyard,50,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2001 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2001-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2001,Testarossa
14,White,Chile,"This could very well be Chile's most expressive, interesting white Sauvignon. It's got all those prickly pineapple, passion fruit, scallion and pepper notes that are typical, and also a lot of pure citrus flavors backing it all up. The mouthfeel is zesty and spirited, but there's natural roundness, too. Some licorice adds complexity to the finish. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2002 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2002-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Montes
,White,Italy,"A wood-aged 100% Chardonnay, named after the wind that blows regularly in the region. It is citric, crisp, with wood flavors showing through. Spice and vanilla balance with flavors of tropical fruits and a touch of honey.",Torre di Tramontana,25,89,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 2000 Torre di Tramontana Chardonnay (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-2000-torre-tramontana-chardonnay-collio/,Chardonnay,2000,Conti Formentini
14.5,Red,US,"Delicious and delicate in structure and tannins, with a classic, silky mouthfeel that caresses the palate. Red and black cherry, raspberry, tangerine peel, cola, sweet rhubard, rose hip tea and oaky notes of smoke and vanilla contribute intricate detail.",,29,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2001 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2001-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2001,Cuvaison
14.4,White,US,"A very good white wine, perfectly dry, with streamlined flavors of grapefruit, fig and lime, and creamy, vanilla complexities from barrel fermentation. Appealing in the mouth, and near as good as California Sauvignon Blanc gets.",Peterson Vineyard,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Deerfield Ranch 2001 Peterson Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2001-peterson-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Deerfield Ranch
,White,Italy,"This huge, ripe wine is packed with sweet fruit and a sense of structure. It is concentrated and intense and has good aging potential for the next four or five years.",San Vincenzo,11,89,,Delle Venezie,,Anselmi 2002 San Vincenzo White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmi-2002-san-vincenzo-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2002,Anselmi
,White,Italy,"Offers soft, ripe fruit, powered with acidity and flavors of hazelnuts and ripe apples. A touch of caramel completes the wine's complexity.",,13,89,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Inama 2001  Soave Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inama-2001-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2001,Inama
13.5,White,US,"What a great wine this is. It combines Chardonnay's rich, creamy texture with Sauvignon Blanc's dry, tart, lemony flavors to yield a complex wine that's a joy to drink. The acidic, peppery finish begs for food to accompany it. A very great value.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2001-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Bernardus
,Red,Chile,"Calina's first attempt at a super Chilean is successful. The wine, a multiappellation blend, really pops in the mouth. The fruit is ripe and the power is there. However, for someone looking for a reserved red made in the Bordeaux style, something that Chile can deliver, this could come across as aggressive, as the acidity is a bit sharp.",Bravura,50,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Calina 1999 Bravura Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-1999-bravura-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Calina
13.2,White,US,"Heavier and denser in every respect than the regular Sauvignon Blanc, this wine, a 60-40 blend with Sémillon, is also strongly leesy. The citrus flavors hit the palate with a strong dose of rich sour cream notes. The wine is dry and practically cries out for garlicky dishes.",Devin,16,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2000 Devin Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2000-devin-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Buttonwood Farm
,White,Italy,"A blend of Tocai Friulano, Pinot Bianco, Sauvignon and Malvasia, this crisp, fresh wine has elegant, refreshing acidity, flavors of white currants and lychees and a soft, ripe aftertaste.",Blanc des Rosis,31,89,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Mario Schiopetto 2001 Blanc des Rosis White (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2001-blanc-rosis-white-friuli-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2001,Mario Schiopetto
,Red,US,"Dark, earthy aromas of soy or fruitcake pick up cherry flavors on the palate. While it's supple and mature, it's also the most alive of the three wines from the '80s, showing a lively, fresh finish.",Cherryblock,170,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1987 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1987-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1987,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"The darkest and richest of this winery's trio of Pinots, a big-boned wine with surface flavors ranging from blackberries and cherries to cola, leather and tobacco. There's a meatiness to the texture that makes it a perfect match for food. Feels smooth and silky in the mouth, but lacks the depth to merit a higher score.",Garys' Vineyard,42,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Savannah-Chanelle 2000 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2000-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Savannah-Chanelle
,White,Italy,"A wood-aged Chardonnay from the hills above Soave, this is rich, honeyed from the malolactic fermentation and full of tropical fruit flavors. It is rich and delicious, but also well structured.",Sorai,24,89,,Delle Venezie,,Gini 2000 Sorai Chardonnay (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2000-sorai-chardonnay-delle-venezie/,Chardonnay,2000,Gini
,White,Italy,"An excellent example of this local grape variety, this is an aromatic, full-bodied wine, with ripe fruit. Aromas of lavender are followed on the palate by flavors of almonds and fresh, green fruits.",Luc de Volpe Tocai Friulano,18,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2002 Luc de Volpe Tocai Friulano Tocai (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2002-luc-tocai-friulano-italian-white-tocai-colli-orientali-friuli/,Tocai,2002,Volpe Pasini
13.5,White,Italy,"This blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling starts off with barrel-fermented notes of butter and baked apples, then folds in tropical fruit flavors. But for all its buttery ripeness, it avoids going over the top, and finishes long, with lemony acids holding its components together.",Vigneto Rizzardo,25,89,Veneto,Colli di Conegliano,,Masottina 1999 Vigneto Rizzardo White (Colli di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-1999-vigneto-rizzardo-white-colli-conegliano/,White Blend,1999,Masottina
,White,Italy,"A hugely ripe, wood-dominated Chardonnay, which had 11 months of wood aging. Vanilla and tropical fruit aromas lead to a palate with almonds, apples and cream flavors, layers of spice and a rich, soft aftertaste.",Cornell,33,89,,Alto Adige,,Produttori Colterenzio 2001 Cornell Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-colterenzio-2001-cornell-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2001,Produttori Colterenzio
13.5,White,Chile,"Creamy and lush, with pure peach and pear aromas along with nice vanilla accents. The palate is fairly rich and layered, but it's also properly acidic and, therefore, well balanced. The flavors of pear and butter seem on the money, and the finish is solid and of moderate length. All in all, this is a very good Chardonnay with no overt faults.",Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva,10,89,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2000 Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2000-estate-bottled-prima-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,De Martino
,White,Italy,"A hugely spicy wine, with ripe, full-bodied fruit and a touch of toast. Peaches and lychees give this wine power and richness.",Kastelatz,25,89,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Kastelatz Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-kastelatz-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Elena Walch
13,White,Italy,"Intensely aromatic, with gooseberries, cat pee and a strong dose of flint smoke all rounded out by pink grapefruit flavors that persist on the finish.",Winkl,22,89,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2001 Winkl Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2001-winkl-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Cantina Terlano
,Red,US,"Quite rich and viscous, with a full-blown core of bright cherry and herb flavors. Spice-like cinnamon and nutmeg also find expression here, framed in very soft tannins. Good acidity holds it together, while the finish is pleasingly long.",,26,89,California,Central Coast,San Lucas,Caernarvon Cellars 1999 Pinot Noir (San Lucas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caernarvon-cellars-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-lucas/,Pinot Noir,1999,Caernarvon Cellars
,White,Italy,"From the Prail region of Alto Adige, this stunning, intense Sauvignon is full of grassy, herbaceous flavors. It is still young, needing time to lose its grapefruit character and ripen into a fine, aromatic wine.",Praedium,19,89,,Alto Adige,,Produttori Colterenzio 2002 Praedium Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-colterenzio-2002-praedium-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Produttori Colterenzio
,White,Italy,"A blend of Pinot Grigio with a small percentage of Pinot Bianco that was aged in wood. The result is a full wine with aromas of white flowers, opulent and spicy on the palate, and leaving crisp acidity in the mouth.",Cornell,24,89,,Alto Adige,,Produttori Colterenzio 2001 Cornell Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-colterenzio-2001-cornell-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Produttori Colterenzio
13,Red,Chile,"A very tight and meaty wine, with lots of vitality and plenty of rich liqueur-like characteristics. The juicy palate burst with cassis and black cherry, while the finish is equally full force. Clearly Pablo Morandé has found something by mixing Syrah and Cabernet.",Edición Limitada - 22 Barricas,18,89,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Edición Limitada - 22 Barricas Syrah-Cabernet (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-edicion-limitada-22-barricas-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-maipo-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,2001,Morandé
12.5,White,Italy,"Pieropan's La Rocca distinguishes itself from the Calvarino bottling by firmer structure and greater ageability. Tasted in spring 2003, this effort still has plenty of life left. Mimics Sauvignon a little in its gooseberry and red-currant flavors and grapefruity acidity.",La Rocca,30,89,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Pieropan 2000 La Rocca  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2000-rocca-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2000,Pieropan
13,White,Chile,"Passion fruit, tangerine and fresh asparagus aromas are typical of this wine, which has been setting the pace for Chilean Sauvignon Blanc since its inception several years ago. The palate is snappy and busting loose with just-ripe banana and melon, while the finish is textured and long.",Block 30 Terrunyo,20,89,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2002 Block 30 Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2002-block-30-terrunyo-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Concha y Toro
,White,Italy,"This blend of 65% Chardonnay and 35% of the Soave grape Garganega is aged in French oak for 10 months. The result is rich, spicy and toasty, with soft vanilla flavors and concentrated green plum and almond flavors from the fruit.",Le Lave,23,89,,Delle Venezie,,Bertani 2001 Le Lave White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2001-le-lave-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2001,Bertani
,Red,US,"A very good wine while somehow failing to rise to expectations. Is it the vintage? All the elements are there, including ripe fruit flavors enriched with herbal and spicy complexities, generous acids and silky smooth tannins. Yet the wine is curiously New World flashy without offering nuance or depth.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,50,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2001 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2001-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2001,Testarossa
,White,Italy,"Scents of honey, pear and cinnamon waft from the glass; the flavors are of baked pears and apples, but never turn too soft or blowsy. Warming on the finish, with lots of dried spices and toast.",Capitello,27,89,,Friuli,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 1998 Capitello Chardonnay (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-1998-capitello-chardonnay-friuli/,Chardonnay,1998,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
14,Red,South Africa,"An aroma evocative of a dry woodpile mingles with dried pipe tobacco and charred meat. This readies the palate for the cool, smooth, red plum fruit that is carefully layered in oak. This is no blockbuster, but a pleasant quaff that comes in under the radar.",,45,87,Stellenbosch,,,Gilga 2000 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilga-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2000,Gilga
13,White,Australia,"This Riesling is all about good acidity and a clean,  racy mouthfeel. Flavors are fresh but don't speak volumes—think pear skin, plus some grass. Offers nice banana, pear and dust aromas on the nose.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,18,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Frankland Estate 2001 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2001-isolation-ridge-vineyard-riesling-western/,Riesling,2001,Frankland Estate
,Red,US,"Good, but disappointing. Blackberry, mint, chocolate and black cherry flavors are pretty, but thin, and the weight on the palate, the way the wine feels, is light and watered down. This absence of depth lets the alcohol and tannins star. It's obviously well-made, but is not a wine for the cellar.",O.F.S.,50,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 O.F.S. Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-ofs-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,De Loach
,Red,US,"Has the luscious tannins and beautiful acids you expect from Napa, and some rich plummy, berry flavors. Also possesses a depth and weight that are appropriate for the price. There's a bit of roughness, though, that detracts.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Burgess
13.8,White,US,"Almost fleshy textured, the wine is broad on the palate yet offers good acidity for balance. Grapefruit, lemon, melon, pineapple, apple and herb flavors are blended nicely here in a fine-tuned, elegant style. Fruit driven, but not overly sweet.",Estate Bottled,12,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 2001 Estate Bottled White Riesling (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2001-estate-bottled-riesling-white-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,White Riesling,2001,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"A nice Merlot that drinks rich and satisfying. Notable for the smooth, lush texture, like velvet on the palate, and carrying plum and blackberry flavors. This is a fancy, versatile table wine that could use just an extra edge of depth and complexity.",Private Reserve,28,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1999 Private Reserve Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1999-private-reserve-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,1999,Lolonis
,White,US,"Comes close to a Germanic style, with tight, lean citrusy aromas and flavors balanced by green apples and pears. It's light and refreshing, never heavy or ponderous. Finishes long and tart, full of fresh limes, with just a pinch of sugar for balance.",,13,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2002 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2002-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Red Newt Cellars
,Red,US,"From the famous class of ‘99 Cabs, a softly rich, voluptuous wine, brimming with cassis and blackcurrant flavors generously framed in oak. Lacks a bit of stuffing and complexity, but on the surface, tasty stuff.",,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Salvestrin 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvestrin-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Salvestrin
12.5,White,US,"Melon and citrus aromas get this soft, ripe and round wine going. The palate is full and plump, with bold citrus and tropical flavors and a welcome textural creaminess. The finish is smooth and supple, and as a whole this wine covers all the bases while showing itself to be a more than capable food accompaniment.",,10,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2001 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Montinore
13,Red,Spain,"The vast region of La Mancha is on the prowl in the 21st century, and wines like this won't hurt the region's improving reputation. The nose here is fresh and loaded with berry sweetness and accents of cinnamon and forest floor. The palate is round and chewy, with plum and berry flavors. It's richer than many so-called alta expresión wines, and the structure goes way beyond that of most under-$10 reds. With some airing and good food, it's a certain winner.",Crianza - Estate Bottled - Finca los Trenzones,9,88,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Condesa de Leganza 1999 Crianza - Estate Bottled - Finca los Trenzones Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-leganza-1999-crianza-estate-bottled-finca-los-trenzones-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,1999,Condesa de Leganza
,Red,US,"Made in a restrained, elegant style, with modulated blackberry, currant and herb flavors balanced with oak. Dry, supple and polished, this young wine needs a year or two in the cellar to gain complexity.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Clos du Val
15,Port/Sherry,Spain,"This is not a crisp, lean, clear fino. It has a yellowing color and rather uncommon minty, nutty aromas. Some light fruit flavors run the show, while blanched almond, green olive and saline offer support. The finish is long, but maybe a bit sour and hot for some palates. Still, it's quite interesting and well made, and probably a good match with the right food.",Fino Sherry,15,88,Andalucia,Jerez,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L. NV Fino Sherry Sherry (Jerez),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-dios-baco-sl-nv-fino-sherry-jerez/,Sherry,,Bodegas Dios Baco S.L.
,White,Chile,,120,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2002 120 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2002-120-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"Decent and drinkable, with flavors of blackberries, green olives and sage, and a nice overlay of oak. Very dry, with a good balance of dusty tannins and acidity. Finishes just a bit rough and earthy.",,25,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chumeia 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Chumeia
12.5,White,South Africa,"This straightforward wine shows lime flower, chalk, and confectioner's sugar on the nose. The flavors of lime zest and white grapefruit carry to the finish. This wine is fresh and simple with a spine of good acidity.",Rhine Riesling,12,85,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2002 Rhine Riesling Riesling (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2002-rhine-riesling-robertson/,Riesling,2002,De Wetshof
14,Red,South Africa,"Oaken layers make themselves known from nose to finish, with notes of cream, vanilla and cinnamon. The fruit thins out midpalate, revealing bright acidity and insistent tannins. A good pour for an everyday dinner.",,18,85,Stellenbosch,,,Boschkloof 2000 Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschkloof-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vlootenburg/,Syrah,2000,Boschkloof
13,White,Australia,"Bright gold in color, this wine's all about sweet tropical fruit, particularly pineapple and passion fruit. An undercurrent of smokiness on both the nose and the palate adds interest and complexity.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rothbury Estate 2002 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rothbury-estate-2002-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Rothbury Estate
14.3,Red,US,"At four-plus years, the tannins are resolved, although far from absent. Acidity is also high. Finally the wine is coming around, with spicy plum and cassis flavors, but it is teetering on the verge of old age already, and has an edge of senility.",Estate Vineyards,26,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 1998 Estate Vineyards Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-estate-vineyards-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1998,Rodney Strong
13.5,White,US,"Aromas of white pepper and pear start it off, and it smells snappy and inviting. The palate is all about grapefruit and orange; in a word, it's citrusy. The finish comes in waves, with notes of stone fruit and licorice. As a whole it's round and satisfying, but it's also a tad bit dilute and dull, which is why it rates where it does.",,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 2001 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Sokol Blosser
,Red,US,"This is the latest Mondavi partnership -- are you keeping track? -- this time, with Australia's Rosemount Estate. It is a young, jammy wine, like an Aussie Shiraz, with uncomplicated but ripe and tasty berry flavors and rich, thick tannins. Easy drinking in a big, full-bodied wine.",,14,85,California,California Other,California,Talomas 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talomas-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Talomas
13,White,Australia,"This Chard offers a fair dose of oak (and the creamy-toasty goodness that goes with it), yet has tropical yellow fruit to back up the wood. Soft in the mouth; finishes dry and oaky.",Firestick,14,85,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Pooles Rock Wines 2001 Firestick Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pooles-rock-wines-2001-firestick-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2001,Pooles Rock Wines
13.5,Red,US,"A bit lean in fruit, in keeping with this problem vintage. Aromas of damp earth, cigar and thyme have just a hint of blackberry. The tannins are very finely ground, and soft acidity makes for a pleasant mouthfeel, but it's thin stuff.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 2000 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2000,Geyser Peak
,White,US,,Reserve,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Red Newt Cellars 2001 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-newt-cellars-2001-reserve-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Red Newt Cellars
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The thin aromas of leather, old book paper and horsiness carry to the palate with notes of meat juices and stewy red fruit. This wine is a hint watery, finishes with some eucalyptus and there is enough structure to drink now.",Estate,22,85,Constantia,,,Klein Constantia 1999 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/klein-constantia-1999-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-constantia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Klein Constantia
,Red,US,"Simple and earthy, with coffee and spiced plum flavors. Curiously lean and one-dimensional for such a great vintage. The tannins are soft and melted and acids are also easy.",Ash Creek Vineyard,35,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Imagery 1999 Ash Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-ash-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Imagery
13.7,Red,US,"A Julia Roberts of a Merlot, pretty and innocent, maybe a little clueless. But who cares? It's fruity, dry, and fun, and even has some layers of complexity. Best of all, it doesn't cost too much. Drink up!",Sonoma Reserve,12,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,ForestVille 2000 Sonoma Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-2000-sonoma-reserve-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2000,ForestVille
,Red,US,,,17,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 1999 Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-1999-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1999,Foppiano
13.9,Red,US,"Lean and earthy, marked by tobacco, dill and less than ripe cherry flavors. Tannins are tough and gritty. The wine finishes very dry and rasping, showing little fruit. The winemaker seems to have understood the problem here, and added five percent Syrah.",,30,85,California,Napa,Yountville,Bell 2000 Merlot (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2000-merlot-napa-yountville/,Merlot,2000,Bell
11.5,White,US,"Sweet and honeyed, but with enough tongue-tingling acidity to keep it almost in check, this is a well-made sweet table wine. Aromas and flavors blend tangerines and ripe apples.",,12,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2001 Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2001-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
,White,Italy,"From a single vineyard, this exemplary Soave has great intensity and concentration, with flavors of peppers and ripe, green fruits. The wine's long fermentation wine gives it structure and great extraction of flavor.",La Froscà,18,89,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Gini 2001 La Froscà  (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2001-frosca-white-soave-classico/,White Blend,2001,Gini
,White,Italy,"This is still a closed, young wine, but the potential of the spicy, ripe, but still light and elegant fruit is going to be great. Intense concentration seems to be the hallmark of the wines made by Gianni Menotti at this great estate.",,22,90,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2002 Tocai (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2002-italian-white-tocai-collio/,Tocai,2002,Villa Russiz
,Red,US,"Aging quietly in 70% new French oak, the 2001 is potentially the winery's finest Cherryblock ever. Crammed with berry fruit and tasting softer and plusher than earlier efforts, if the oak integrates into the wine it may merit an even higher score on release.",Cherryblock,70,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 2001 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2001-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Sebastiani
13,White,Italy,"There's a slight coppery tinge to this wine's color, which sets it apart from the vast majority of other Grigios on the market. And maybe it's just the suggestion of the hue, but it seems to taste ""pink"" as well, showcasing ripe berries and appples backed by tangy acids and great length. Classy stuff.",,24,90,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 2001 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Livio Felluga
,White,Italy,"This wine is the white partner to Masi's familiar Campfiorin. In this case, it is the 25% of Verduzzo grapes in the blend that have gone through the drying process known as passito. The 75% of Pinot Grigio adds spice, while the Verduzzo gives great richness and ripeness.",Masianco,12,90,,Delle Venezie,,Masi 2002 Masianco White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2002-masianco-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2002,Masi
13.8,White,Chile,"Rich and aromatic, with a full blast of fragrant toasty oak and plenty of tropical fruit. The apple, mango and pear fruit that coats your mouth is round and ripe but not too thick or grabby. And the finish is perfectly smooth. Sure, it's a bit buttery and full, so no one will confuse it for Chablis. But in its class it's one of the best out there.",Alpha,20,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2001 Alpha Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-alpha-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Montes
,White,US,"A smooth, classy Chardonnay, this wine strikes a fine balance between elegance and strength. Framed in toasty oak, it shows off plenty of pretty citrus, pear, apple and herb flavors, finishing clean and long with a mineral edge.",Dutton Ranch,29,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merryvale 2000 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2000-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Merryvale
,Red,US,"A cool coastal Pinot with powerful aromatics and silky tannins. Flavors veer toward sweet ripe cherries, with earthy complexities of tobacco and espresso. Dry and stylish, a youthful wine that's not built for the cellar, but is delicious now. A new label from Caymus.",,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Belle Glos 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belle-glos-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Belle Glos
,White,Italy,"This is a rare example of a successful wood-aged Sauvignon Blanc. The fruit comes from the Lafoa vineyard in Cornaiano. Half the wine has new oak barrel fermentation, the other was kept in stainless steel, cutting the wood flavors to an elegant balance with the floral and mineral flavors.",Lafoa,35,90,,Alto Adige,,Produttori Colterenzio 2001 Lafoa Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-colterenzio-2001-lafoa-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Produttori Colterenzio
14,Red,Chile,"Lapostolle's basic Cab scores big in the fine '01 vintage. It features a deep nose of tire rubber, blackberry and rusticity. The palate is high-octane and deep, with plenty of ripe, tannic black fruit. And the finish is round and lengthy. It should age well for a couple of years. Editors' Choice.",Estate Bottled,12,90,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2001 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2001-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Lapostolle
,Red,US,"Chocolaty and spicy, loaded with cinnamon and anise, and backed by sturdy plum-flavored fruit. The mouthfeel is creamy and rich; the finish, long and oaky.",Cherryblock,70,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley-27054/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sebastiani
13.5,White,Italy,"There's smoke, pink grapefruit, graphite and just a hint of asparagus on the nose, but virtually nothing to indicate this wine is over 10 years old. Honeyed grapefruit flavors feature a liberal dusting of minerals on the long finish.",Riserva,95,90,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 1992 Riserva Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-1992-riserva-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,1992,Cantina Terlano
,White,Italy,"Mario Schiopetto and his sons, Carlo and Giorgio, draw astonishingly intense flavors from the lees contact this wine has until bottling.It is powerful with rich, spicy fruit and flavors of pepper, vanilla and apricot.",,35,90,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2001 Pinot Bianco (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2001-pinot-blanc-bianco-collio/,Pinot Bianco,2001,Mario Schiopetto
12.5,White,US,"There is little difference between this and the winery's reserve. There simply is no flavor here. It's a watery, sour wine, with a finish that suggests something went wrong somewhere along the line.",Barrel Fermented,10,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2000 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2000-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Château Bianca
,Red,South Africa,"This wine is a delightful nod to Old World styling. The nose of dry leather, humidor, and earth carries to the palate with additional notes of dried herbs, plum and apple skins. The light weight balance should give this wide appeal.",African Tradition Collection - Lion,12,87,Paarl,,,Niel Joubert 2000 African Tradition Collection - Lion Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niel-joubert-2000-african-tradition-collection-lion-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,2000,Niel Joubert
13.3,White,Australia,"Carmel is the key player on the nose; it persists on the palate, where a hearty helping of zingy citrus flavors nicely balance the carmelly sweetness. Finishes with pear, citrus and toast.",,19,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Punters Corner 2000 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punters-corner-2000-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2000,Punters Corner
11.5,White,US,"Lightweight and possessed of brisk acidity, this tart and snappy style might work well with fresh shellfish. Simple sour-apple flavors scour the palate.",Dry,10,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lucas Vineyards 2001 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucas-2001-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Lucas Vineyards
,White,Italy,"Elena Walch's fantasy wine is a blend of Chardonnay and four other varieties that she does not reveal. Eighteen months in oak give the wine a fine, toasty character and creamy fruit, but still leaves the hallmark Alto Adige crispness and freshness.",Beyond the Clouds,40,90,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2001 Beyond the Clouds White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2001-beyond-clouds-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2001,Elena Walch
13,White,Italy,"This relatively full-bodied Pinot Grigio leans toward warm, baked-apple scents and flavors, blending ripe fruit with dried cinnamon and folding in hints of peach on the long finish. Has a lovely, caressing mouthfeel that underscores its comforting flavors.",,27,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Jermann 2001 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Jermann
13.5,White,Italy,"Pungent and smoky, filled with minerals and grapefruit, this is top-flight Sauvignon Blanc. The mouthfeel is smooth, silky and slightly creamy; the finish, long and delicate.",Quarz,43,90,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2001 Quarz Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2001-quarz-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Cantina Terlano
,White,Italy,"The top cuvée of Sauvignon Blanc from the Borgo Conventi estate, now owned by Ruffino but still run by the Vescovo family. This is a huge, rich, forward style of Sauvignon, very ripe and tropical. Yet it has a layer of crisp, grassy fruit that gives it balance and poise.",,15,91,,Collio,,Borgo Conventi 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-conventi-2002-sauvignon-blanc-collio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Borgo Conventi
,Red,US,"Rich and complex, with an amazing array of flavors. Cherries, blackberries, spices, tobacco, soy, spicy cola and smoky oak are framed in luxuriously smooth, silky tannins and crisp acids. It will probably develop with a year or two of age.",Garys' Vineyard,38,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2000 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Morgan
,Red,US,"A big, juicy wine. Opens with young, almost jammy aromas of black cherry and black raspberry highlighted with earthier notes of tobacco. Turns long and persistent on the palate, as the fruity flavors are joined by those of grilled meat and tomato. Firm tannins hold it all together. This young, dense wine seems likely to improve for at least five years.",Hirsch Vineyard,48,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla Jordan 2001 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-jordan-2001-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,Failla Jordan
,Red,Portugal,"Boasts a huge nose of blackberries and vanilla, with hints of blueberries and tobacco. The flavors capture the essence of Port in their untamed, effusive berry flavors, but in a balanced, dry wine. Firm tannins suggest cellaring 3–5 years.",Chryseia,45,91,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2001 Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2001-chryseia-red-douro/,Red Blend,2001,Prats & Symington LDA
,White,Italy,"Roberto Anselmi has quit the Soave DOC, but continues to make some of the best wines in the area. This is full of ripe and light acidity, aromas of spring flowers and fresh garden scents and a finish of aniseed and almonds.",Capitel Croce,18,91,,Delle Venezie,,Anselmi 2001 Capitel Croce White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmi-2001-capitel-croce-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2001,Anselmi
13,White,Italy,"Imagine aromas of the ripest pink grapefruit combined with beautiful floral notes. Then tropical fruit flavors chime in on the palate, which is satisfyingly full, yet not heavy. This is an intense and individualistic wine possibly best served as an apéritif. Editors' Choice.",,16,91,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2002 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2002-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2002,Cantina Terlano
,White,Italy,"From a single vineyard's old vines, here is a full, very rich wine, packed with flavors of almonds and ripe nuts. Layers of wood give it a toasty character, but never one that dominates the quality fruit.",Contrada Salavrenza Vecchie Vigne,24,91,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Gini 2001 Contrada Salavrenza Vecchie Vigne  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2001-contrada-salavrenza-vecchie-vigne-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2001,Gini
,White,Italy,"This tremendous wine is 100% Pinot Grigio, of which 50% was aged in new wood. It is rich and full-bodied, with complex layers of vanilla. It comes from low-yielding, old vines. Only 8,000 bottles were produced.",Ipso,18,91,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Volpe Pasini 2001 Ipso Pinot Grigio (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2001-ipso-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Volpe Pasini
,Red,US,"Lane Tanner makes sexy wines. You're not supposed to say so, but there it is. This wine brings to mind silk and velvet. Something about it shimmers. It's also delicious, so full of opulent berry fruit you want to swirl it around your mouth forever before you swallow. Fortunately, you can always take another sip. Editors' Choice.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,28,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Lane Tanner 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lane Tanner
,Red,US,"Has the extra depth of earthy meatiness you want in a Russian River Pinot. This is a big, complex wine whose flavors range from cherries through rhubarb, cranberry, cola and sweet heirloom tomato to sage, pepper and oregano. It feels great in the mouth, light and lilting but serious.",Piner Ranch Vineyard,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mayo 2001 Piner Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-2001-piner-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Mayo
12,White,Italy,"Not your grandmother's Soave, this is fully loaded, from its charming, fresh aromas of peaches and orange blossoms to its plump, fleshy flavors of stone fruits. And it's all backed by bracing acidity that keeps the ripe flavors lively right through the long, minerally finish. Editors' Choice.",Calvarino,20,91,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Pieropan 2001 Calvarino  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2001-calvarino-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2001,Pieropan
,White,US,The “Reserve” on the label is hardly appropriate in this banal version of what is normally a racy varietal. This version shows a mild fruit in a somewhat stewed version.,Reserve,7,80,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Turning Leaf 2001 Reserve Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-2001-reserve-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2001,Turning Leaf
,Red,US,"Rich and ripe on the palate. Plush and full, brimming with plum, cherry, chocolate, spice, herb and vanilla flavors. Lively and long on the finish. A real treat.",Cohn Vineyard,48,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kosta Browne 2000 Cohn Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kosta-browne-2000-cohn-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kosta Browne
,White,Italy,"This wine, which takes the family name of Franz Haas's wife, is an extraordinary blend of 50% Riesling, 20% Chardonnay, 20% Traminer and 10% Sauvignon Blanc. And yet these disparate elements come together into a harmonious, ripe wine, with just a hint of toast from the barrel-fermented Chardonnay. It is powerful, rich and complex.",Manna Bianco di Mitterberg,24,92,,Alto Adige,,Franz Haas 2001 Manna Bianco di Mitterberg White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franz-haas-2001-manna-bianco-mitterberg-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2001,Franz Haas
,Red,US,"Extraordinarily rich, complex and delicious,  this wine defines a ripe approach to cool-climate Pinot Noir. In its youthful state, it's plastered over with smoky oak, but below that are abundant ripe red and black cherry flavors. Near-perfect acids and tannins create wonderful balance and harmony in this ageworthy wine. Cellar Selection.",Rosemary's Vineyard,60,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2000 Rosemary's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2000-rosemarys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Talley
,Red,US,"Excellent Pinot, not just for its exquisite flavors but for the layers of complexity. Has everything you look for in California Pinot, tons of berry-cherry, earth, tobacco and spicy herb flavors and a silky texture that caresses the palate. Young and fruity now, this fine wine will develop additional nuances with age. Cellar Selection.",Double L Vineyard,42,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2000 Double L Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-double-l-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Morgan
,Red,US,"A nice Russian River Pinot from Green Valley, it is marked by berry-earthy flavors, firm tannins and supportive acids, and is very dry. The particular flavors are of cherries with a rich streak of sweet tobacco and herbs. Marked by a bouyancy of texture and a silkiness that glides over the palate, although it finishes quick and may not be an ager.",Keefer Ranch,38,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Failla Jordan 2001 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-jordan-2001-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Failla Jordan
14.5,White,US,"This blend has 80% Viognier, which adds a peach and apricot streak that adds interest to the lemony, grapefruity flavors. Drinks tart, bone dry and clean, with sleek acidity. A terrific, elegant wine, perfect for a first course, and a great offering from this top producer. Editors' Choice.",T bar T Cuvée R,19,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2001 T bar T Cuvée R White (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2001-t-bar-t-cuvee-r-white-sonoma-alexander-valley/,White Blend,2001,Iron Horse
13.8,Red,US,"Made in a leaner style without the hedonistic fruit now in favor, but no less elegant or ageworthy for its herbal, tea and tobacco flavors. This wine is high in acids and fairly tannic. It is so well constructed that it would be a shame to drink it now. Best left alone until 2007.",Rochioli-Allen Vineyard,60,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2000 Rochioli-Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-rochioli-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gary Farrell
12,White,Italy,"Aromas of ripe pears and peaches jump out of the glass, and the flavors follow suit, bouncing across the palate in a display of stone fruits. It's relatively full bodied, but a garnish of grapefruit zest on the finish keeps it balanced and lively. Best Buy.",,14,90,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Pieropan 2001  Soave Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-2001-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2001,Pieropan
,Red,Italy,"Piccini's top wine is this super Tuscan that puts 60% Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot in a successful blend of tobacco, earth and dark fruit flavors. The '99 is firmer in structure than the '97, a reflection of the vintage.",Vino in Musica,40,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Valiano 1999 Vino in Musica Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-1999-vino-in-musica-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Valiano
14.5,Red,US,"Only 94 cases of this first-ever wine from Gary Franscioni, of Garys' Vineyard. Not for fans of delicate Pinot Nor, this is a big, ripe, outsized wine stuffed with flavors ranging from cherries and raspberries to cola, chocolate, Oriental spices and tobacco. Silky in the mouth, although the acids are young and sharp.",,31,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2001,Roar
13,White,Italy,"Pinot Grigio grape berries aren't actually gray; instead they are tinged with pink or purple. Maybe it is just the power of suggestion, but this wine even seems to taste pink, showcasing ripe berries and apples that are backed by tangy acids and great length. Classy stuff.",,23,90,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 2002 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Livio Felluga
13.5,White,Italy,,,24,90,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 2001 Tocai (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2001-italian-white-tocai-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Tocai,2001,Livio Felluga
13.5,White,Italy,"Shows a rich blend of citrus and stone fruits on the nose and on the palate, easily combining grapefruit, passion fruit and nectarines into a cohesive package. Finishes long, with tangy, lip-smacking acids that beg you to give this wine some time in the cellar. It's tasty now, but should be better in 2005.",Vintage Tunina,49,90,,Venezia Giulia,,Jermann 2001 Vintage Tunina White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2001-vintage-tunina-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2001,Jermann
,Red,US,"Pretty cedar, spice, cherry, herb, chocolate and anise flavors are smoothly integrated. It's rich and dynamic on the palate, a mix of creamy smooth texture and firm acidity that adds interest. Long on the finish.",Sara Jean's Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Marguerite-Ryan 2000 Sara Jean's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marguerite-ryan-2000-sara-jeans-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Marguerite-Ryan
,White,Italy,"A rich, spicy wine, full of intense fruit, produced by Mario Pojer and Fiorentino Sandri. They conjure ripeness and balance from the Traminer, giving it power but also food-friendly subtlety.",,18,90,,Trentino,,Pojer & Sandri 2001 Traminer (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pojer-sandri-2001-other-white-traminer-trentino/,Traminer,2001,Pojer & Sandri
,White,US,"Has that pure appellation fruit taste of ripe green apples and sweet pears, framed in crisp acids. Feels bright and delicious in the mouth, accented with oak notes of vanilla and smoke. A creamy texture lends allure. This rich, hedonistic wine instantly appeals to the senses. Editors' Choice.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 2001 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Ledson
,Red,US,"Quite ripe but a bit chewy on the palate. Pretty cherry, strawberry, tea, spice and herb flavors are at the core. Tannins are slightly robust, but still ripe. The wine finishes long, clean and elegant.",Vista Verde Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Williams Selyem 2000 Vista Verde Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-vista-verde-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
,White,Italy,"Full of the concentration lacking in so many Soaves, this single-vineyard wine is intense, with ripe toast and nut flavors. The fruit has a touch of honeyed botrytis, balanced with a light layer of acidity.",Vigneti di Foscarino,19,90,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Inama 2001 Vigneti di Foscarino  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inama-2001-vigneti-foscarino-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2001,Inama
13.5,Red,US,"It's rare to get a wine at this price from this appellation. And what's a winery whose name is synonymous with Sonoma Valley doing out on the cold coast? A Pinot that straddles the two regions, this is a fascinating wine, with sumptuous blackberry fruit and an exciting edge of minty tartness. Fantastic value in Pinot Noir. Best Buy.",Sonoma County Selection,15,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sebastiani 2001 Sonoma County Selection Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2001-sonoma-county-selection-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"Clearly from a cool climate, dominated by tomato, mushroom and herb flavors just breaking into black cherry. Dry, with great acidity and complex tannins. This is a subtle Pinot that will appeal to tasters who enjoy thinking about what's in their mouth. Editors' Choice.",,28,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 2001 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,Siduri
,Red,US,"Actually a blend of Zin plus 10 other minor varietals in an old field blend, this complex wine fascinates with its intricately interlocked flavors. There's a sensation a second. Bottom line: This wine is delicious, ripely sweet although technically dry, and ageworthy.",Heritage Vines Alegria Vineyards,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2000 Heritage Vines Alegria Vineyards Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2000-heritage-vines-alegria-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Acorn
14,White,US,"Interesting and compelling. Somehow the wine combines unctuous tropical fruit flavors with a crisp minerality. The whole of it is wrapped in rich, toasty oak, and there is quite a bit of acidity. One of the more food-friendly Chardonnays of the vintage.",,32,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Keegan 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keegan-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Keegan
,Red,US,"From some of this appellation's best vineyards, an interesting wine that captures your imagination. Has broad flavors of cherry, earth, sautéed mushroom, cola and toast, and is very dry. Uplifting acids and soft but complex tannins make for terrific structure. A winery to watch. Editors' Choice.",,34,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2001,Siduri
,Red,US,"Vividly fragrant, with silky smooth tannins framing the ensemble. The wine features black cherry, blackberry, sage, coffee, spice, anise, clove and a hint of bright raspberry on the finish. Full-bodied yet balanced and elegant, it is long and lush to the end.",Pisoni Vineyards,48,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Marguerite-Ryan 2000 Pisoni Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marguerite-ryan-2000-pisoni-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Marguerite-Ryan
,White,US,"From the northernmost vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands, a fantastically interesting wine. Complex and compelling, with brilliant fruit flavors spanning the range from apricots and limes to peaches and guava. All this juicy flavor is boosted by bright and beautiful acidity. Viognier 61%, Marsanne 39%.",Mer Soleil Vineyard,25,93,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Treana 2001 Mer Soleil Vineyard White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-2001-mer-soleil-vineyard-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2001,Treana
,Red,US,"A smooth, round-textured wine that serves up multiple layers of complexity and flavor. Black cherry, blackberry and olive notes are at the fore. Spice, cedar, raspberry, toast and vanilla flavors are also firmly in evidence. Attractive herb notes blend seamilessly into the ensemble. Tannins are powdery smooth and the finish is long. A new label made by the folks at Harlan.",Vecina,150,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 1999 Vecina Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-1999-vecina-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,BOND
,White,US,"A zippy blend of bright lemon and herb flavors that presage a powerful mix of Mandarin orange, grapefruit, peach, melon, spice, clove, apricot and honeyed notes. Ultralong on the finish",Windsor Oaks Vineyard Late Harvest,32,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2000 Windsor Oaks Vineyard Late Harvest Muscat Canelli (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-windsor-oaks-vineyard-late-harvest-muscat-canelli-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Muscat Canelli,2000,Williams Selyem
14.7,Red,US,"Fantastically sized. Floods the palate with massive flavors of berries, fruits and spices, massive in length and depth. For all this sweet ripeness the wine is dry, while acids and tannins are silky and fine. A stunning Pinot Noir that breaks out into whole new dimensions for the varietal.",Rosella's Vineyard,44,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Roar 2001 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roar-2001-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2001,Roar
14,Red,US,"An enormous, complex, brooding and extraordinary Pinot Noir, a blend of Bien Nacido and Gainey's Santa Rosa Hills vineyards. Opens with a blast of peppery, cherry fruit, with tobacco and minty overtones. The rich berry flavors in a creamy texture, with sweet oak tannins, feel ripe, plush and terrific in the mouth. Editors' Choice.",Limited Selection,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gainey 2001 Limited Selection Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2001-limited-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2001,Gainey
,White,US,"From Green Valley, the coolest part of the appellation, a wine with the most wonderful opening scents of ripe pears and the smoky perfume of oak. Perfectly delicious in the mouth, with pronounced pear flavors and a sleek note of minerality. A touch of lees adds a creamy texture but doesn't overwhelm. As opulent and lush as this wine is, it's delicate and elegant. Editors' Choice.",Keefer Ranch,32,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Failla Jordan 2000 Keefer Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-jordan-2000-keefer-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Failla Jordan
14.2,Red,US,"Incredible depth of fruit, a bit reined in right now, but still exhibiting dark cherries, tar, leather and spices. Deep cherry flavors with a touch of anise or licorice. Excellent mouthfeel. Huge, almost overripe notes on the finish, but quite unevolved.",Rosemary's Vineyard,45,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1997 Rosemary's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1997-rosemarys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Talley
,White,Italy,"There is an amazing medley of aromas and flavors in this powerful Tocai. Aromas of perfumed spring blossom, almonds follow through on the palate with flavors of pears, almonds and spice, with just a touch of pepper.",,35,93,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2001 Tocai (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2001-italian-white-tocai-collio/,Tocai,2001,Mario Schiopetto
14.2,White,US,"Richer, riper and bigger than in the past, the usual green apple flavors veer into well-ripened pears and even tropical fruits, with spicy oak all over the place. Dry and sleek in texture, the kind of wine that despite its opulence feels ultra-clean through the finish. Good for Rochioli for leaving all these fresh, young acids.",Estate Grown,37,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2001 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2001-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Rochioli
,Red,US,"Rich plum, earth and spice aromas are followed by lush black cherry, blackberry, cassis, herb, coffee, chocolate and raspberry flavors. An intriguing floral edge runs through the core for added interest, all supported by firm, ripe tannins and fine body. The finish is long and smooth, with just a hint of brightness on the end. Made from 100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon. A first release from the folks who also make Harlan.",Melbury,150,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,BOND 1999 Melbury Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bond-1999-melbury-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,BOND
,Red,US,"An exceptional wine. Fragrant, with plenty of plum, black cherry, cedar and spice aromas. On the palate, it's silky smooth, elegant and fresh, yet packed with complex layers of blackberry, cassis, chocolate, coffee, anise, sage, thyme and cherry flavors. Marked by an exquisite textural elegance and harmonious balance, it displays a fine blend of firm, supple tannins and appropriate acidty that support great length on the finish.",,200,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harlan Estate 1999 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harlan-estate-1999-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Harlan Estate
10.5,White,US,"Cheese, milkweed and straw make for an unattractive nose, while the mouth is overtly sweet as if made from dried and candied mango and pineapple. The finish fades fast while leaving behind a residue left that isn't that pleasant.",,7,80,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Müller-Thurgau (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-other-white-muller-thurgau-willamette-valley/,Müller-Thurgau,2000,Montinore
12,White,US,,Semi-Dry,10,80,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2002 Semi-Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2002-semi-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Hunt Country Vineyards
,Red,US,"Quite spicy, with cinnamon and peppery cherry, raspberry, black currant, anise, tea and plum notes. Smooth, silky tannins frame it all, with a mellow finish. Quite nice. Editors' Choice.",,27,91,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Williams Selyem 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
,White,Italy,"A wonderful, concentrated, lightly spicy wine from the Schiopetto family, with rich flavors of honey and almonds. It has power, but also elegance.",,32,91,,Collio,,Mario Schiopetto 2001 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mario-schiopetto-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Mario Schiopetto
,Red,US,"A rich and complex Pinot that will need short-term cellaring. Brimming with flavors ranging from blackberries and cherries to earth, tobacco, sun-dried tomato and Oriental spices. Perfect tannins and acids make a lush, intriguing texture.",Rosella's Vineyard,38,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2000 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Morgan
,White,Italy,"Botrytised Gewürztraminer produces a rich, intense, luscious wine with layers of complex spice. A touch of Sauvignon Blanc introduces some clean, crisp freshness to give the wine a fine sense of balance.",Cashmere,25,91,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2001 Cashmere Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2001-cashmere-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Elena Walch
13.5,White,Chile,"At first the nose is like caramelized popcorn, a forward combination of oak and toast. The flavors are of apple, pear and citrus, and that well-blended package is carried by excellent acidity, the type you could call “bracing.” The finish goes on for quite some time, proof that this is a ripe, healthy wine that's hitting its stride.",Block 25 Terrunyo,25,91,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Block 25 Terrunyo Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-block-25-terrunyo-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Concha y Toro
13.5,Red,Chile,"Berry aromas are followed by a round, wholesomeness that can't be criticized. The palate is unlike many a Carmenère because it eschews the herbal, green element that's inherent to the grape, and instead offers plum, blackberry and all the richness one can conjure. A round, finish of light oak and vanilla seals it all in fine fashion. Surely the most jammy, expressive and pure Carmenère that Chile has to offer.",Terrunyo,29,91,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Terrunyo Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-terrunyo-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,2000,Concha y Toro
,White,Italy,"Named after the last private owner of what is now a charitable foundation, this ripe, full Chardonnay has enormous flavors. Wood, sweet caramel and vanilla aromas are balanced on the palate with tropical fruits, peaches, apples and creamy acidity to give it a touch of freshness.",Gräfin de la Tour,31,92,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2001 Gräfin de la Tour Chardonnay (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2001-grafin-tour-chardonnay-collio/,Chardonnay,2001,Villa Russiz
,Red,US,"Smooth, rich, round and packed with lush black cherry, raspberry, cedar, spice and cinnamon flavors. The tannins are silky, and the acidity is firm and bright. Slightly warm at the end.",Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard,64,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2000 Rochioli Riverblock Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-rochioli-riverblock-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
14.5,Red,US,"One of the best Central Coast Pinots in memory. Incredibly rich and full bodied, filled with juicy flavors of blackberry, cherry, raspberry, tobacco, smoke, vanilla and earth. Yet the body is delicate and light as air on the palate. The spicy aftertaste lasts for a full minute.",Hillside Vineyard,90,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wedell Cellars 2000 Hillside Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2000-hillside-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Wedell Cellars
,White,Italy,"A spicy, creamy wine that manages to give freshness and intense varietal character at the same time. The overall effect is of lightness and elegance as well as spiciness and richness.",Kolbenhof,26,89,,Alto Adige,,J. Hofstatter 2002 Kolbenhof Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-hofstatter-2002-kolbenhof-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2002,J. Hofstatter
,White,Italy,"It is rare to find a Müller-Thurgau with such flavor, but Pojer and Sandri have a penchant for getting more than most out of lesser grape varieties. This wine has broad fruit flavors along with a crisply aromatic aftertaste.",,16,88,,Trentino,,Pojer & Sandri 2001 Müller-Thurgau (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pojer-sandri-2001-other-white-muller-thurgau-trentino/,Müller-Thurgau,2001,Pojer & Sandri
,White,Italy,"A delicious, ripe Chardonnay, fermented in stainless steel, and keeping all the freshness of the fruit. White currant flavors, flowers and subtle aromas give this wine elegance and great drinking pleasure.",Ciampaign Vieris,24,90,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2001 Ciampaign Vieris Chardonnay (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2001-ciampaign-vieris-chardonnay-friuli-isonzo/,Chardonnay,2001,Vie di Romans
14,Red,Chile,"This structured, old-vine Cabernet is always a leader among the Chilean pack, and the current version is typical in that it's built like a house, with cool, concentrated aromas of blackberry, cassis, earth and black olive. Cola notes on the palate frame cherry and cassis flavors, while the finish is firm yet rewardingly luscious, with ample depth. Very solid and tasty, and packed deep with power. Can be drunk immediately.",Manso de Velasco,35,90,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Manso de Velasco Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-manso-velasco-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Miguel Torres
13,White,US,,Estate,18,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2000 Estate Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2000-estate-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2000,Elk Cove
13.7,Red,South Africa,"This acidity-driven wine has a sheer veneer of tannins over thinned red fruit, earth and cocoa powder. With such a light, simple touch, this wine is a good choice for those who usually order white wine.",,10,84,Robertson,,,Robertson Winery 2001 Merlot (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robertson-winery-2001-merlot-robertson/,Merlot,2001,Robertson Winery
13.5,White,Australia,"This medium-bodied Chard has some butterscotch notes on the nose, but thankfully lacks similarly overpowering flavors on the palate. Some citrus flavors accent the wine's peachy core; finishes a little watery.",,20,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2000 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2000-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Yering Station
13.4,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend features charred, barrel-driven aromas along with leather and black-fruit aromas. The palate is snappy and acidic, with plum and raspberry flavors poking through a heavy coating of concrete tannins. The finish is equally tight and grippy, and here the tannins are even more pronounced. Very tight and hard; time in the cellar could be the prescription.",Petite Pompadour,27,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 2000 Petite Pompadour Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-2000-petite-pompadour-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Weisinger's of Ashland
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The acidity is in the forefront, with little structure or fruit to fill it out. The fruit displays notes of milk chocolate, red plum and fresh herbs. The toast and oakspice ride nicely on the clean finish.",,20,85,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2001 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2001-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2001,Ken Forrester
13,Red,Spain,"Dried herbs, lots of spice and some black raspberry carry the bouquet. Fruit is front and center; the palate is all cherry and black pepper, and the finish brings more red fruit and firm tannins. It's mostly a one-song act, meaning it's clean, spicy and adequately fruity.",Tierra de Estella,12,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Fortius 1999 Tierra de Estella Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortius-1999-tierra-estella-merlot-navarra/,Merlot,1999,Fortius
,Red,US,"Dark and extracted, with jammy berry flavors and a strongly earthy component, including tobacco, sage and tree bark. In the mouth this wine is very dry and pretty tannic, although the acidity is soft. A bit awkward, and not likely to improve in the cellar.",Sunny Slope Vineyard,29,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 1999 Sunny Slope Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-sunny-slope-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1999,Imagery
11.5,White,France,"This Riesling has refinement, elegance and freshness without huge complexity. It is a wine to drink now and over the next four or five years.",,17,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2000 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2000-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Hugel
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A tight, green note of eucalyptus persists throughout the cherry, plum and oaken layers. The tannins are powdery and strong while the acidity is clean and refreshing.",,33,85,Western Cape,,,Havana Hills 2000 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havana-hills-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2000,Havana Hills
,White,Australia,"This Chard is a straightforward, good quaffer, with a light, pleasant sweetness more suited for late-summer picnics than dinner parties. Offers crisp yellow fruit, plus light citrus and mineral notes on the palate; on the nose, the fruit is tropical. Drink it before the weather gets too crisp.",Stamp of Australia,6,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2002 Stamp of Australia Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2002-stamp-australia-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Hardys
13.5,White,Chile,"If you love overt oak, then add a couple of points to this plump, modern Chard that runs over with the aromas, flavors and textures that stem from new-oak barrels. The bouquet is mostly popcorn atop apple and pear, while the flavor profile is ripe apple and banana. The finish is soft and creamy, with flavors of lemon and fresh-cut wood. Fine acidity and balance work in its favor.",Amelia Limited Release,33,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Amelia Limited Release Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-amelia-limited-release-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Concha y Toro
13,Red,Chile,"Right off the bat this wine is pure and smooth. The nose is pretty, with cranberry and cassis. Next up is a palate of pure red fruit and only a light shading of oak. The finish draws applause for its clarity and buttery nuances. It's what a good Chilean Cabernet should be; it's ripe and easy to drink, yet fairly solid and impressive. Best Buy.",Reserve,12,88,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Julia 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Casa Julia
13,White,Chile,"Creamy aromas of vanilla and pears also carry some typical Sauvignon Blanc pungency. For a rounder style, which it is, it's quite refreshing. The mix across the palate of banana, grapefruit and almonds is attractive, and so is the round, pretty finish. Drink it very soon.",Legado de Armida Reserva,10,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 2001 Legado de Armida Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2001-legado-armida-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Santa Ines
,Red,Chile,"Solid and sturdy, and more big than small, this Syrah runs toward the red-fruit spectrum. But the nose offers dried fruit, herbs and clove, while there's more clove and fennel underneath the fruit on the palate. There's oak throughout, especially on the finish, but it's not overdone. And if many Syrah-based wines need time to settle, this one seems made for immediate drinking.",Alpha,20,87,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2001 Alpha Syrah (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-alpha-shiraz-syrah-syrah-curico-valley/,Syrah,2001,Montes
12,White,Italy,"Despite the modest price, this wine needs some time in the glass or in a decanter to open up. It starts off slowly, then builds pear and quince aromas and flavors through the long, tart, minerally finish. Best Buy.",Teraje,10,87,,Friuli Grave,,Pradio 1999 Teraje Chardonnay (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pradio-1999-teraje-chardonnay-friuli-grave/,Chardonnay,1999,Pradio
,White,Italy,"Ripe, fresh and crisp, this wine has layers of apples and cream, a sense of structure and full-bodied, lively fruit. This is a great apéritif wine.",,13,86,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2002,Elena Walch
,White,Italy,"A soft, almond-flavored wine that has fresh, green and ripe fruit. The blend, with small amounts of Chardonnay and Trebbiano, gives a feeling of fullness and roundness and is already ready for drinking.",,14,86,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Bertani 2002  Soave Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2002-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2002,Bertani
10.5,White,US,"A simple, sweet quaff that's surprisingly good, from a winery known more for their wines from French-American hybrids. The peach and superripe apple flavors show a clean, crystalline quality to the fruit.",,9,86,New York,New York Other,New York,Bully Hill 2002 Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bully-hill-2002-riesling-other/,Riesling,2002,Bully Hill
,White,Italy,"A fresh, ripe style of wine, with spice and roundness. It has crisp citrus flavors to give it a lively aftertaste.",I Fiori del Borgo,,86,,Collio,,Borgo Conventi 2002 I Fiori del Borgo Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-conventi-2002-i-fiori-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Borgo Conventi
,Red,US,"At 21,000 cases, this might be the biggest production Pinot Noir in the county. This good, introductory-level Pinot has a silky mouthfeel and crisp, refined flavors of raspberry, cherry and beet. Don't look for complexity. Just enjoy.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Anapamu 2001 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2001,Anapamu
12.5,White,Italy,"Herbal and citrusy, this is a cleanly made Pinot Grigio that offers a modicum of complexity. Pear and citrus flavors mingle with notes of bitter herbs. Finishes with a hint of bitter grapefruit pith but also lingering apple notes.",,17,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Albino Armani 2001 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Albino Armani
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is standard fare as it offers cherry, plum and a hint of herbaceousness. Good plum and berry fruit carries the mouth, while the finish is round and smooth. The wine is balanced and entirely satisfying even if it is basic in its intent. As per usual, Calina delivers a good wine for the price. -M.S.",Reserve,8,86,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2001 Reserve Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2001-reserve-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2001,Calina
,White,Italy,"The rare local Friulan grape Ribolla Gialla is planted only in 240 acres in the whole region. This typical example is soft, with a clean, light acidity, white currant flavors and a racy, crisp aftertaste.",Zuc de Volpe,18,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2002 Zuc de Volpe Ribolla Gialla (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2002-zuc-de-italian-white-ribolla-gialla-colli-orientali-friuli/,Ribolla Gialla,2002,Volpe Pasini
,White,Italy,"A light, crisp style that hints at spice but shows delicious fresh fruit. The acidity shows through, giving a vibrant character to the fruit.",Castel Ringberg,16,86,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Castel Ringberg Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-castel-ringberg-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Elena Walch
12,White,Italy,"A rather hard, minerally wine, without the approachability of so many Pinot Grigios, but showing a more stony and focused side to this grape's personality. The flavors are clean and crisp; lime and barely ripe nectarines provide tartness and vivacity.",,13,86,,Delle Venezie,,Esperto 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esperto-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Esperto
10.5,White,Portugal,"A whiff of peach or apricot gives this Vinho Verde a little extra interest beyond its green apple and citrus flavors. Crisp and refreshing, with a tart, chalky finish.",,7,86,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Aveleda 2001 Trajadura (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-2001-portuguese-white-trajadura-vinho-verde/,Trajadura,2001,Quinta da Aveleda
12.5,White,Italy,"This is an oversized Pinot Bianco, fat and fleshy, oozing with peaches, pears and dried spices. Yet there's a tingle of acidity holding it together, preventing the wine from busting out of its seams.",,16,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Merk 2001 Pinot Bianco (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merk-2001-pinot-blanc-bianco-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Bianco,2001,Merk
13.5,White,Chile,"Everything about this mass-market Chard works. The nose has some pleasant nectarine and apricot aromas, while the mouth is racy and lively, and loaded with mango, pear and honeydew flavors. The finish is fruity, if a tad sweet. Nevertheless it's fresh and clean, and it leaves a good lasting impression. Anyone who likes a sweeter-styled white will fancy this. Best Buy.",Xplorador,7,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Xplorador Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-xplorador-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Concha y Toro
,White,Italy,"This wine from the Tiefenbrunner estate at Castel Turmhof is a lively, crisp, fresh style of wine, with flavors of green peppers and mint, and good acidity.",Kirchleiten,21,86,,Alto Adige,,Tiefenbrunner 2002 Kirchleiten Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiefenbrunner-2002-kirchleiten-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Tiefenbrunner
,Red,US,"Lots of flavor packed into this light-bodied, smoothly textured wine, although it's a bit one-dimensional. Flavors veer toward raspberry cola and lots of dusty, peppery spices, wrapped in silky tannins and boosted by crisp acids.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,50,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2001 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2001-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Testarossa
13.5,White,Chile,"Simple, open and ready to drink. The nose is floral, with hints of fresh pear. The flavor profile turns to citrus in the form of orange and pineapple, and then comes a full-force but fairly collected finish.   Best Buy.",Estate Bottled,8,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,La Palma 2002 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2002-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-cachapoal-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,La Palma
,White,Italy,"An easy, full-flavored wine, with crisp, clean fruit, flavors of almonds and a touch of soft,ripeness.",Classico,15,86,Veneto,Soave,,Masi 2002 Classico  (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2002-classico-white-soave/,White Blend,2002,Masi
14,Red,Chile,"A bit of complexity dances across the bouquet: there's rubber, wood, anisette and mute red fruit; there's also some minty green aromas, too. The palate is properly round and buttery, with ample red-fruit flavors, while the finish is smooth and mostly satisfying. This is a basic Cabernet, but a good one.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,86,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2001 Castillo de Molina Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2001-castillo-molina-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,San Pedro
13.5,White,US,"A perky little white wine, dry as dust, with lemon and lime flavors that are boosted by bright acidity. Spreads over the palate with a tart pepperiness, an ideal food wine. It's also a good value.",,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2001 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Murphy-Goode
13.5,White,Chile,"Fairly forward, with aromas of lemon curd and the insides of many oak barrels. In the mouth are the full allotment of pear, apple and lemon flavors, while the finish sits down and dries out rather nicely. Tasty and refreshing, with just enough heft.",Vitisterra Grand Reserve,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2002 Vitisterra Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2002-vitisterra-grand-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Morandé
13,Red,Chile,"Simple and clean up front, with inviting aromas. The mouth on this wine is broad and satisfying, and the flavors of plum, blackberry, black olive and buttery oak work in tandem. The finish is a bit aggressive, and here the oak is powerful as it leaves a bitter lasting sensation. But overall the wine impresses for its solidity and full fruit.",Oak Aged - Reserve,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2001 Oak Aged - Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-oak-aged-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2001,Montes
14,Red,Chile,"Big and ripe, with cola, root beer and berry aromas along with rich oak. The palate is a high-wire act of bright red fruit combined with thick milk chocolate and malt. The tannins and acidity allow the wine to be aggressive, maybe too much so given that the fruit is somewhat tart and prickly.",Alpha,20,86,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2000 Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-alpha-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Montes
,Red,US,"A likeable, easy Pinot that straddles the line between simplicity and complexity. Darkly colored, with earthy, berry aromatics; in the mouth it has the soft, silky texture and crisp acids you want in a good Pinot. Flavors are of cherries and spices. Fruit-driven and a good accompaniment to a wide range of food.",,21,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Benziger
,White,Italy,"A slight spritz brightens the mouthfeel of this lemony wine. Aromas are a bit musky, but flavors of peach and lemon are correct, and the finish is harmoniously tart; mouth-watering and with a hint of almond. Best Buy.",,8,86,,Delle Venezie,,Castellarin 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellarin-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Castellarin
,White,US,"Melon, citrus and herb notes are well balanced in this pleasing, refreshing, light wine. Bright and fresh to the end, it's perfect for summer quaffing.",,12,87,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,The Seven Brothers 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-brothers-2001-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,The Seven Brothers
13.5,White,Italy,"Slightly musky apple and pear aromas segue into purer flavors suggestive of apples, grapefruits and minerals. Grapefruit pith makes a brief appearance on the long finish.",,22,87,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2001 Tocai (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2001-italian-white-tocai-collio/,Tocai,2001,Villa Russiz
14,White,Italy,"If you enjoy a really pungent, intensely grassy Sauvignon, then you'll love this wine, but for many consumers it will be too much. The descriptor “cat pee” may sound unkind, but it's apropos in this case, balanced by passion fruit and a long, lemony finish.",Sauvignon de la Tour,38,87,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2001 Sauvignon de la Tour Sauvignon Blanc (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2001-sauvignon-tour-sauvignon-blanc-collio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Villa Russiz
,White,Italy,"The bestselling Pinot Grigio on the market is full of forward fruit and balancing acidity. It succeeds in epitomizing why Pinot Grigio is so popular, with its slight spice and crisp, soft, clean and fresh flavors, with just a touch of citrus and lychees.",,22,87,Veneto,Valdadige,,Santa Margherita 2002 Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Santa Margherita
,Red,Chile,"Fresh and forward. The nose is pure, ripe and rubbery, with a deep level of black fruit. The mouthfeel shows zippy acidity and total ripeness of the grapes. The grippy finish is long and rock solid. The tannins make it a touch hard, but with food you can't really fail.",Barrel Select,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2001 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2001-barrel-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Santa Ema
,White,Italy,"The top range of wines from this highly rated cooperative is called Sanet Valentin, after the patron saint of lovers. This Sauvignon is crisp, herbaceous and very fresh, with light layers of mouth-watering acidity.",Sanct Valentin,29,87,,Alto Adige,,San Michele Eppan 2002 Sanct Valentin Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-eppan-2002-sanct-valentin-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,San Michele Eppan
12,White,Italy,"Not a typically fruity Grigio, this one relies more on spices and minerals to make a palate impression. Hints of almond and dried cinnamon start things off, followed by stony, mineral flavors backed by pears and allspice.",,11,87,,Friuli Grave,,Villa Carra 2001 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-carra-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Villa Carra
,White,Italy,"The name of the wine is an old word used to measure fields, and reflects the Gallo (no connection with the California winery) family's use of traditional ideas and techniques at Vie de Romans. This wine has full, ripe fruit, soft and with layers of attractive wood and vanilla flavors.",Dessimis,28,87,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2001 Dessimis Pinot Grigio (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2001-dessimis-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-isonzo/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Vie di Romans
13,Red,Chile,"Spicy and peppery, with lots of body and richness. In a word, it's true Carmenère. The fruit here is ripe and lush, with plenty of herbal essence, and for every drop of plum or black cherry there's a balancing hint of green herb and bell pepper, which does not signal underripeness. The finish is tight and long, with some espresso flavor. If you're interested in trying a well-made Carmenère, give this a go.",Reserva,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2001 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2001-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Undurraga
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A toasty, cedary wine that features lots of vanilla-tinged oak slathered over black cherries. the mouthfeel is creamy, and the rough wood tannins apparent now on the finish should smooth out in a couple of years.",Reserva,,87,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Carmo 2000 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-2000-reserva-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta do Carmo
,White,Italy,"A soft, rounded wine with hints of oak from the one-third barrel aging. Concentrated and firm, it is already well in balance, with soft, creamy flavors.",Kastelatz,23,87,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Kastelatz Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-kastelatz-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2002,Elena Walch
13.5,Red,Chile,"Concha y Toro is making a big, burly Merlot for this line and it should have mass appeal given how rich, extracted and oaky it is. The nose is dense as chocolate cake and deep as a well. The mouth is chewy and thick, with chocolate-covered berries and another whack of wood.",Marques de Casa Concha,14,87,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Marques de Casa Concha Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-marques-casa-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,2001,Concha y Toro
,White,US,"A pleasant wine, with mild melon, mineral, citrus, peach and herb flavors. Light textured, medium bodied and quite refreshing. Clean on the finish.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2001 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Chateau St. Jean
,White,Italy,"Inviting aromas of butter, almond and citrus open into a rich, thickly textured wine studded with peach, almond butter and citrus pith. The slightly bitter notes echo through the finish, providing a welcome sense of balance to round mouthfeel and fatty flavors.",,8,87,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2001 Chardonnay (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2001-chardonnay-delle-venezie/,Chardonnay,2001,Lagaria
13.4,Red,Chile,"Pungent and borderline sharp at first, this wine ultimately finds its legs and comes together fairly nicely. The mouth is round and quite deep, with good plum, cherry and spice elements. The finish is jammy and full, with good tannins and proper balance. This is Carmenère in a very mainstream, likable form.",Estate Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2001 Estate Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2001-estate-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2001,La Playa
13,White,Chile,"Smooth and richly aromatic, with pear and apple notes to go with the full allotment of oak and butter. This is Bisquertt's attempt at a top-shelf Chard, and it isn't a bad effort. The palate deals plenty of pear and mango flavors, while the finish is warm and oaky. Well made, yet a bit flat. Drink this year for best results. Best Buy.",Estate Bottled Reserve,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2001 Estate Bottled Reserve Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2001-estate-bottled-reserve-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Château La Joya
,White,Italy,"A full, rich, concentrated wine, with fat, ripe fruit and a touch of acidity. Big and powerful, it has a fresh, clean aftertaste.",,13,87,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Tramin 2002 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tramin-2002-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2002,Cantina Tramin
13.5,White,Italy,"From one sniff, you know this is Gewürz, its rose-petal and lychee aromas erupting out of the glass. But the flavors are less expansive, picking up notes of peppery spice on the finish.",Lunare,43,87,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2001 Lunare Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2001-lunare-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Cantina Terlano
,Red,US,"Plenty of flavor, with tastes of black raspberry jam, cherry, tobacco and pepper. Has a nice texture, satiny and velvety, with good acidity. Straddles the border between simple and complex, but it's certainly tasty with a good, long finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,33,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Benziger 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Benziger
13,Red,Chile,"The nose is a tiny bit pickled, probably a sign of American oak, but there's also raspberry and garden-like freshness. The palate is ripe and juicy, with plenty of sweetness. As a whole it's tasty, balanced and expressive. For a day-to-day Cabernet, this one is recommended.",,7,87,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Morandé
12,White,Italy,"Starts off with fresh but simple aromas of apple wedges, greens and limes, but shows altogether more interesting flavors—the apple and citrus are complemented by hints of oil or shale. Turns minerally on the finish.",,13,87,,Friuli Grave,,Banear 2001 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banear-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Banear
,White,US,"This is tasty stuff, not only because it has the prettiest lemon and lime tastes, but the crisp acidity makes it lively on the palate. It's dryish, with a honeyed, ripe sweetness that lasts long into the finish.",Estate Grown & Bottled,11,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 2000 Estate Grown & Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2000-estate-grown-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lockwood
13.4,Red,Chile,"This is a late release, but it's in good shape. The nose is earthy and dense, with just a nip of wet fur and forest floor. The palate is all about sweet berries and ripeness, while the finish is warm and lengthy. It's solid and without any obvious flaws even if it doesn't thump its chest and overwhelm you.",Estate Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 1999 Estate Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-1999-estate-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,La Playa
11,White,Portugal,"With its flamboyant aromas of oranges, tangerines and apricots, this screams “Muscat” at the top of its lungs. The plump flavors of tropical and citrus fruits make it easy to like and easy to drink. Great as an apéritif.",Muscat of Alexandria,10,87,Terras do Sado,,,João Pires 2001 Muscat of Alexandria Muscat (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joao-pires-2001-muscat-alexandria-terras-sado/,Muscat,2001,João Pires
12.4,White,Italy,"This blended white combines Tocai Friulano (60%) with Pinot Bianco (25%) and Pinot Grigio (15%) in a tasty, corpulent wine well worth its modest price. Bold flavors of oranges, pink grapefruits and ripe cherries mingle in the mouth; the only quibble is that it finishes a little short.",Pino & Toi,10,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2002 Pino & Toi White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2002-pino-toi-white-veneto/,White Blend,2002,Maculan
13,Red,Chile,"Woody aromas smell much like warm cedar, and that's backed up by some nice cherry and cassis. There's plenty of pleasant red fruit on the palate, and not a hint of green. Some chocolaty earthiness makes it all the more cheerful. It's an easy drinker that delivers solid Cab character without a lot of fuss and heavy extraction.",Reserve,16,87,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Viña Casas del Bosque
,White,Italy,"An intense, herbaceous wine that also manages to be light. Acidity and green fruits keep the poise and the freshness, while the flavors of green plums and gooseberries are balanced with some structure.",,22,87,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2002-sauvignon-blanc-collio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Villa Russiz
,Red,Italy,"This sleek, easy-to-drink wine starts off with aromas of plum and lack cherry allied to subtle scents of sandalwood. The wood continues on the palate, but just as an accent—the emphasis is on the fruit.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 2001  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-2001-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2001,Valiano
13,Red,Italy,"A single-vineyard Sangiovese from Piccini's top estate, Poggio Teo offers up aromas of black tea and anise balanced by flavors of black fruit. It's smooth in the mouth, but not particularly lush, finishing with plenty of juicy acidity.",Poggio Teo,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 1999 Poggio Teo  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-1999-poggio-teo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Valiano
,White,Italy,"From what is claimed to be the highest vineyard in Europe, at 3,000 feet, comes this surprisingly ripe, full-flavored Müller-Thurgau, with soft acidity and a fine, crisp, green finish.",Feldmarschall von Fenner,27,87,,Alto Adige,,Tiefenbrunner 2002 Feldmarschall von Fenner Müller-Thurgau (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiefenbrunner-2002-feldmarschall-von-fenner-other-white-muller-thurgau-alto-adige/,Müller-Thurgau,2002,Tiefenbrunner
,Red,US,"The Cherryblock Cabs seem to share a common minty characteristic that's particularly noticeable in this vintage. There's also a decent amount of cassis, earth and tobacco, and the finish remains firmly tannic. Drink or hold.",Cherryblock,120,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1992 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1992-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1992,Sebastiani
,Red,Chile,"The bouquet kicks up hints of graham cracker, iodine and earth. The mouth is fat and broad, with a goodly amount of typical plum and cherry flavors. The finish is simple yet clean, with tight tannins and moderate length. Good and well made; a wine for everyday consumption.",Reserve,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Santa Ema
,Red,US,"This Gallo brand exploits extensive new Pinot plantings in the appellation to produce a wine that's clean and correct, rather than exciting. The flavors range from cranberries to black cherries, and the tannins are silky. Will improve with a year or so in the cellar.",,24,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2001 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Frei Brothers
13,White,Chile,"Opens with lofty, airy aromas of flowers and pears, and then in the mouth comes a full rush of grapefruit and orange pith. Finishes nicely, tasting of tangerine with hints of licorice and tarragon. In terms of mouthfeel, it's a plump, medium-acid wine, so drink it now. Best Buy.",,8,87,Maule Valley,,,Casa Julia 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2001-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Casa Julia
13.5,Red,Chile,"This Merlot excels beyond its bargain classification by showing purity and a high level of fruit quality. The bouquet exudes plum, chocolate and some creaminess, while the palate bursts with blackberry, bitter chocolate and espresso. Round and satisfying, with enough structure to last a year or two—or until the next vintage comes around.",Xplorador,7,87,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2002 Xplorador Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2002-xplorador-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2002,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"A single-vineyard Sangiovese made Chianti-style, meaning it's dry as dust with pronounced acidity. Pretty rich in flavor, though, with a ripe streak of cherries and sweet chocolate. Dry, dusty tannins kick in in the finish.",Alegria Vineyards,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 2000 Alegria Vineyards Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-2000-alegria-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Acorn
13.5,Rose,France,,,16,87,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,Château d'Aqueria 2002  Tavel,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-daqueria-2002-rose-tavel/,Rosé,2002,Château d'Aqueria
,White,US,"From an emerging Mendocino appellation, an engaging, dry wine. Its mouth-cleansing acidity is fresh and clean, highlighting pretty flavors of lime and honeydew, and leads to a tart finish.",,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2001 Fumé Blanc (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Lolonis
13,Red,Chile,"This is a great house pour for fans of Chilean Merlot with its consistent fruit, soft acidity and low tannins. On the nose and palate, a core of sweet, Red Delicious apple is accented by dry leather, toasty vanilla and dried herbs. Simple, but well crafted.",Estate Bottled Reserve,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Estate Bottled Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-estate-bottled-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Château La Joya
13,White,Italy,"An open-knit, friendly nose features lots of nectarine and ripe apple scents. Medium-weight, with plenty of stone fruit on the palate, it finishes with a cleansing burst of peppery spice. Try as an apéritif.",,15,87,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Bortoluzzi 2001 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoluzzi-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Bortoluzzi
13,White,Chile,"Heavy and gold in color, with aromas of browned butter, wheat and corn cakes. The bouquet and color are heavy, and so is the palate: There you get oak barrel and toast, but little to no fruit. Even the finish is woody, with just a hint of melon and banana. A good experimental wine for those eager to taste oak; otherwise steer clear.",,8,87,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Santa Monica 2001 Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santa-monica-2001-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Viña Santa Monica
14.5,Red,US,"The new clone on the block finally makes it onto the front label. Soft and silky, this wine has cherry-berry flavors with an earthy streak of tobacco and sage. There are some firm tannins that kick in on the finish, which suggest six months of aging.",Dijon Clones Selection,25,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2001 Dijon Clones Selection Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2001-dijon-clones-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Wolff
,White,Italy,"A rich, aromatic, honeyed style of Chardonnay, with 100% malolactic fermentation to increase the softness and sweet wood flavors. Soft peach flavors increase the tropical intensity of the wine.",,35,87,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Girolamo Dorigo 2000 Chardonnay (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girolamo-dorigo-2000-chardonnay-colli-orientali-friuli/,Chardonnay,2000,Girolamo Dorigo
,Red,Chile,"The initial nosing reveals a char-broiled character along with maple. That nose turns even darker with airing, indicating that no barrel was spared in the making of this wine. The flavor profile is all dark berries and cream, with yet more wood at the heart. On the tail end, it's dry, broad and full of tannins and extract that coat the mouth. Best Buy.",,12,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Errazuriz
12.5,White,Italy,"A taut, citrusy and minerally wine from a grape variety that's often more open and fruity, this offering is nonetheless impeccably fresh and clean, picking up some minty notes on the finish.",,16,87,,Friuli Aquileia,,Merk 2001 Tocai (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merk-2001-italian-white-tocai-friuli-aquileia/,Tocai,2001,Merk
14,Red,Chile,"Some earthy, herbal cranberry scents are given life by a touch of smoky oak. The palate is sweet and wholesome, and very well balanced. The finish gives a hint of syrup and oak, but the fruit is ripe and succulent enough to handle that.",Edicion Limitada - 66 Barricas,,87,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Edicion Limitada - 66 Barricas Cabernet Franc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-edicion-limitada-66-barricas-cabernet-franc-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Morandé
14.4,Red,US,"From a vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands, a young, jammy wine bursting with candied flavors of raspberries and cherries. It drinks very concentrated and intense. There's a caramelly note that may come from well-charred barrels in this dry, full-bodied wine.",,32,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Opolo 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Opolo
,Red,US,"This is a full-bodied Pinot, packed with ripe cherry and strawberry flavors and framed in spicy nuance. A shade hot on the finish, ending with an unusually bright licorice and herbal edge.",Julia's Vineyard,45,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2000 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2000-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Silver
13.9,White,US,"A good wine, grape-wise, with sharply etched, pure fruity flavors of citrus, fig and sweet tobacco. Acidity is fresh and juicy, and the wine is fully dry. Barrel fermented, it is super-oaky, maybe too much so, from the charry aromas to the woody flavors.",Seta,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2001 Seta Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2001-seta-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Signorello
13.7,Red,Chile,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot starts off a bit murky and brooding but then displays raspberry and plum fruit, and some big-time heft. A tad oaky and simple, but with grilled meats it should more than do the trick. If you like 'em big and a touch funky, get tattooed.",Big Tattoo Red,9,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Two Brothers 2001 Big Tattoo Red Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-brothers-2001-big-tattoo-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Two Brothers
14.3,Red,US,"Simple, delicate and fruity, a jammy style with sweetly ripe flavors of wild raspberries and strawberries, as well as espresso, tobacco and Oriental spices. It's light and silky on the palate.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2001 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,River Road
13.5,Red,US,"Lean and angular right now, showing hints of mint and chocolate—the oak sticks out a bit over the tart cherry flavors.",Cherryblock,95,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1996 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1996-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"Tasty and wonderfully drinkable. The basic flavors are cola and soy, with extra nuances of blackberries, cherries and quite a bit of smoky, sweet oak. Drinks very dry and spicy.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Savannah-Chanelle 2000 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2000-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Savannah-Chanelle
,White,US,"Almost addictive with its fresh, clean flavors of sweet lemon, fig, tart green apple and cinnamon, encased in lively acidity. This zesty white wine has extra layers of complexity and depth. It's also one of the most versatile food wines around.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2002 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2002,J Vineyards & Winery
,Red,US,"The “least” of Lane Tanner's range of Pinots, but complex and delicious. Ripe berry and spice flavors are rich, and there's a tangy earthiness suggesting sauteed mushrooms. Very dry and crisp, with a silky texture and a long, smooth finish.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Lane Tanner 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lane Tanner
13.5,White,Chile,"Strongly oaked, but fresh, young and healthy in the nose. The smell of coconut and lemon curd is friendly and soft, while the palate is loaded with more lemon, coconut, pear and nutmeg. The texture is rich, and, for now, the acidity is bright. A solid Chardonnay for current drinking.",Castillo de Molina Reserva,11,87,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 Castillo de Molina Reserva Chardonnay (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-castillo-molina-reserva-chardonnay-lontue-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,San Pedro
13,Red,Chile,"Smooth smelling, with pure and fresh berry and plum aromas. Very young and a bit tangy on the palate, with cherry and berry flavors and an oaky, soft finish that goes sweet then sour, and lasts for a long time. In terms of structure, it's balanced, mildly tannic, yet meant for drinking now.",Reserva,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2001 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2001-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2001,Undurraga
13.2,White,Chile,"Fresh and clean, with light, lemony aromas in addition to tropical fruit. The palate is textured and full, with fairly pure apple and pineapple flavors and some nuttiness. Everything works here, including the smooth, lengthy finish.  Best Buy.",Estate Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,La Playa 2002 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2002-estate-reserve-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,La Playa
,Red,Mexico,"Aromas of mature Cabernet: cassis, tobacco leaf and a touch of caramel. Not overly rich or heavy, this is a pretty, lightweight Cab best enjoyed now.",Private Reserve,18,87,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 1996 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-1996-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-valle-guadalupe/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,L.A. Cetto
12,White,Italy,"Unexpectedly thick and mouthfilling, with generous peach aromas and flavors underscored by mustard greens and citrus. Clean and refreshing on the finish. Best Buy.",,9,87,,Delle Venezie,,Geretto 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geretto-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Geretto
,White,Italy,"This is the first vintage of this blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc, named after the 16th-century abbess Rylint Formentini. Peppery in character, with rich, complex fruit, it has citric flavors, along with a sense of structure and acidity.",Rylint,,87,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 2001 Rylint White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-2001-rylint-white-collio/,White Blend,2001,Conti Formentini
,Red,US,"A bit earthy, but there's a nice streak of cassis and black cherry, and the silky texture is sheer pleasure. The spicy finish is rich.",Regan Vineyards Reserve,40,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2000 Regan Vineyards Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2000-regan-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bargetto
,White,US,"Richly textured, viscous but with good acidty for balance. The wine shows pretty melon, citrus, herb, grass, peach and spice flavors and features a mineral edge that is fresh and clean at the end.",,18,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Vinoce 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinoce-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Vinoce
,White,Italy,"Aromas of roses, pepper and spices make this an enticing wine. On the palate, it is ripe, soft, full-bodied and rich, lacking acidity, but otherwise classic Gewürztraminer.",Sanct Valentin,30,88,,Alto Adige,,San Michele Eppan 2002 Sanct Valentin Gewürztraminer (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-eppan-2002-sanct-valentin-gewurztraminer-alto-adige/,Gewürztraminer,2002,San Michele Eppan
13,White,Chile,"With full oak and pineapple aromas along with a big mouthful of spicy apple and pear fruit, this is no weakling. On the contrary, it's full and meaty, with a lot of texture and extract. The feel is healthy even if the acidity is on the low side. A very good wine to drink now; it probably won't age that well.",Reserve,14,88,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2001-reserve-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Valdivieso
12,White,Italy,"This lovely Chardonnay has just the right blend of juicy peaches and subtle herbs and flowers to make it easy to drink, yet interesting enough to hold your attention. Finishes long and mouthwatering.",Vigneto Santa Cecilia,9,88,Veneto,Valdadige,,Tommasi 2001 Vigneto Santa Cecilia Chardonnay (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2001-vigneto-santa-cecilia-chardonnay-valdadige/,Chardonnay,2001,Tommasi
,White,US,"A great and versatile food wine. Its polished flavors of lime, fig and apricot are drizzled with Oriental spices and smoky oak. One of California's  most consistent wines, and rich enough to stand in for Chardonnay.",Reserve Fume,17,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2000 Reserve Fume Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-reserve-fume-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Murphy-Goode
14.2,Red,US,"A first-rate wine, with well-ripened flavors of blackberries, espresso, cola, tea, and bitter chocolate, but made more interesting by fresh acidity not often seen in today's better Merlots. This cool-climate wine also has sturdy tannins that suggest mid-term aging.",Windacre Vineyard,34,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merriam 2000 Windacre Vineyard Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merriam-2000-windacre-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2000,Merriam
,White,Italy,It's testament to this wine's balance that it remains so alive and fresh long after many other Biancos have faded. Intensely mineral aromas mix with notes of smoke and fresh apples; the flavors are earthy and hint at mineral oil. Long on the finish. Best Buy.,Vigne Alte,11,88,Veneto,Bianco di Custoza,,Fratelli Zeni 2000 Vigne Alte  (Bianco di Custoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-zeni-2000-vigne-alte-white-bianco-custoza/,White Blend,2000,Fratelli Zeni
14,Red,Chile,"With its herbal, traditional aromas, this New World Cabernet could impersonate and Old World model. The palate is tight and firm, with lively tannins and bracing acids. The flavors run toward plum and chocolate, and there's a bitter hint on the back palate. The finish is plummy and dark.",Estate Grown Reserve,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2000 Estate Grown Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2000-estate-grown-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Carmen
13,White,Italy,"A blend of grapes, so maybe it is not surprising that the aromas and flavors are a blend: melons, pears and limes, all presented with great freshness and verve alongside a rich texture. Editors' Choice.",Terlano Classico,15,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2002 Terlano Classico White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2002-terlano-classico-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2002,Cantina Terlano
,Red,US,"Delicate and complex, a cool climate wine with a mixture of ripe cherry flavors and leaner ones of tobacco, tomato skin, and cranberry. Bone dry with excellent acidity, this somewhat tart wine is well made, and may be an ager.",Paragon Vineyard,25,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 1999 Paragon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-1999-paragon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Kynsi
13.5,White,US,"An irresistibly drinkable white wine, filled with the juiciest flavors of citrus fruits, fig, melon and peach, and just the tiniest bit sweet. Crisp acidity cleanses the palate and leaves it feeling minty fresh on the long, spicy finish.",Kathleen's Vineyard,19,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Ceago Vinegarden 2001 Kathleen's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceago-vinegarden-2001-kathleens-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Ceago Vinegarden
,White,Greece,"A fresh, tangy, vibrant wine that has ripe green plum and apple flavors alongside a layer of full, forward fruit.",Vigneto Massoni,,88,Naoussa,,,Zenato 2001 Vigneto Massoni White (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2001-vigneto-massoni-white-naoussa/,White Blend,2001,Zenato
,White,Italy,"A well-judged, well-structured wine that balances fresh, crisp and light fruit against flavors of peaches, almonds and cinnamon. It will be better in two or three years' time.",Zuc de Volpe,18,88,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Volpe Pasini 2002 Zuc de Volpe Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpe-pasini-2002-zuc-de-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Volpe Pasini
,White,Italy,"Crisp, green, grassy wine with fresh acidity and herbeceous character. It is very New World with its tropical flavors and open, forward fruit.",I Fiori del Borgo,15,88,,Collio,,Borgo Conventi 2002 I Fiori del Borgo Sauvignon Blanc (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-conventi-2002-i-fiori-sauvignon-blanc-collio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Borgo Conventi
12,White,Italy,"A plump, juicy mouthful of citrusy fruit, worth trying with grilled or broiled seafood. The zesty lime aromas broaden out on the palate to include orange and tangerine flavors, making it tart but not too tart. Best Buy.",,11,88,Veneto,Bianco di Custoza,,Montresor 2001  Bianco di Custoza,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-2001-italian-white-garganega-bianco-custoza/,Garganega,2001,Montresor
,Red,Mexico,"The color is appropriately light, the aromas appropriately floral and rose-like. Fleshy cherry flavors are balanced by a helping of greens and flowers. Light and elegant. Who would've thought Nebbiolo like this could come from Mexico?",Private Reserve,18,88,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 1996 Private Reserve Nebbiolo (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-1996-private-reserve-nebbiolo-valle-guadalupe/,Nebbiolo,1996,L.A. Cetto
14,Red,Chile,"At first this is aggressive, with an aromatic note of wet dog along with blueberries. But soon it finds its legs and opens to display chocolate, espresso and a big batch of black plum and blackberry. The finish has full tannins and some coffee-like flavor. Currently it's wall-to-wall big, but it should settle down in no time and become a good red to drink on any occasion.",Estate Bottled,12,88,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2002 Estate Bottled Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2002-estate-bottled-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2002,Lapostolle
12,White,Italy,"This blend of Chardonnay, Nosiola and Pinot Bianco offers up apples and cream on the nose, along with flavors of peach and citrus. It's a comfortable mix of fruit that finishes lively and fresh, making it a fine apéritif.",Bianco dei Sorni,15,88,,Trentino,,La Vis 2001 Bianco dei Sorni White (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2001-bianco-sorni-white-trentino/,White Blend,2001,La Vis
13,White,Italy,"This medium-weight wine flows effortlessly from start to finish, blending aromas of smoke and nuts with a citrusy core. Picks up savory nutty, cheesy notes (like a good Gruyère) on the long finish.",,21,88,,Friuli,,Ronco del Gelso 1999 Chardonnay (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-gelso-1999-chardonnay-friuli/,Chardonnay,1999,Ronco del Gelso
,Red,Italy,"A soft, ripe wine that manages to showcase tobacco, earth and black cherry flavors in a relatively lightweight format, finishing long and tart.",Vino in Musica,40,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Valiano 1997 Vino in Musica Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-1997-vino-in-musica-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Valiano
,Red,US,"Mint again, with earth and tobacco; one taster found traces of bell pepper. Coffee and brown sugar further soften a supple, mature mouthfeel. Drink now.",Cherryblock Vineyard,160,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1991 Cherryblock Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1991-cherryblock-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1991,Sebastiani
,White,Italy,"Fragrant, aromatic, grassy aromas give way to fresh, crisp, green fruit and gooseberry flavors. Finishes lively and vibrant.",Castel Ringberg,23,88,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Castel Ringberg Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-castel-ringberg-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Elena Walch
14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of mint, berry syrup and dense, lemony oak lay a good foundation for the heavy black fruit that comes on the palate atop a plush carpet of toasty, fresh-grained wood. The finish is round, tasty and mouthfilling, while overall the wine seems to dance due to popping acidity. This is Carmenère with a vital streak.",Reserva de la Familia,10,88,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1999 Reserva de la Familia Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1999-reserva-familia-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,1999,De Martino
,White,Italy,"A fresh, crisp style of Soave, brimming with green plum and light acidity. It has concentration and a light touch in equal measure.",Classico,10,88,Veneto,Soave,,Gini 2002 Classico  (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2002-classico-white-soave/,White Blend,2002,Gini
13.5,Red,Portugal,"The toast and blackberry aromas seem to lighten with air, giving way to raspberry and  strawberry scents. Flavors of sweet red berries and cream and a long, oaky finish.",Tinto,15,88,Palmela,,,Quinta da Mimosa 2000 Tinto Red (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-mimosa-2000-tinto-red-palmela/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta da Mimosa
14,Red,Chile,"This is a new wine from one of Chile's most consistent producers, and it's quite the saturated bruiser. The color is deep purple, while the nose is raw and heavy, with deep fruit and plenty of bacon-like character. The mouth is like blackberry pie, while the feel is full and tannic, although not at all offensive or tough. The finish is dark, brooding and just a little bitter. An interesting new entry to Chile's roster, and one that's very well oaked.",Cuvée Alexandre,20,88,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2001 Cuvée Alexandre Syrah (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2001-cuvee-alexandre-shiraz-syrah-syrah-rapel-valley/,Syrah,2001,Lapostolle
,White,Italy,"A soft, full style of Sauvignon Blanc, with tropical fruits and rich, toasty flavors. But there is a layer of gooseberries and herbs to give the wine some freshness.",Vulcaia,21,88,,Delle Venezie,,Inama 2001 Vulcaia Sauvignon Blanc (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inama-2001-vulcaia-sauvignon-blanc-delle-venezie/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Inama
,White,US,"A rich, 100% varietal in which warm sunshine coaxed out ripe  notes of figs and white peach, while the region's cool temperatures capture Sauvignon's minty, anise-infused side. The resulting wine is complex and dynamic. High acidity gives this very dry wine a nice bite of tartness.",Valley View,14,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brophy Clark 2000 Valley View Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2000-valley-view-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Brophy Clark
13,White,Italy,"This spends 12 months in oak and it shows: It offers aromas of liquid smoke and flavors of brown sugar, honey and caramel. The fruit is subdued, leaving the emphasis on the oak and mineral components. Try with rich but delicately flavored fish dishes or mild chèvres.",Vorberg,21,88,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2000 Vorberg Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2000-vorberg-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2000,Cantina Terlano
,Red,Chile,"At first take, the aromas are of barbecued meats, beets and earth; later some lemony oak emerges. The fruit here is nice: It's a clean mix of cassis and cherry, with toasty oak-based undercurrents. Very solid and sturdy, and a bit charred at the edges. Try it for a positive look into modern Carmenère.",Reserve - Est Bottled,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2001 Reserve - Est Bottled Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2001-reserve-est-bottled-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Casa Silva
13.5,White,Chile,"Very fragrant, with aromas of violets, charred meat and ample black fruit. The flavor profile is uncommon but appealing, surely a result of the blend, which is Cabernet Sauvignon along with Carmenère and Petit Verdot. On the finish, you get a hint of charcoal in addition to espresso. If it were deeper and more complex it could potentially be a great wine.",Quinta Generacion,25,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2000 Quinta Generacion Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2000-quinta-generacion-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Casa Silva
,White,Italy,"A blend of Malvasia, Riesling and Tocai Friulano, the name of the wine means flowers of the grapes. It is a deliciously aromatic wine, spicy, perfumed, with flavors of honey and citrus. Light acidity at the end stops it being too over the top.",Flors di Uis,27,88,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2001 Flors di Uis White (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2001-flors-uis-white-friuli-isonzo/,White Blend,2001,Vie di Romans
14.3,White,US,"The underlying fruit has flavors that veer toward green apple tart, with the baked, sweet taste of pie crust. Acids are crisp and uplifting. A generous overlay of oak and lees adds the final touches of buttercream and a rich texture to this nice, foodworthy wine.",Owl Ridge Vineyards,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,WillowBrook Cellars 2001 Owl Ridge Vineyards Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willowbrook-cellars-2001-owl-ridge-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,WillowBrook Cellars
12,Red,Portugal,"A supple, oaky red, infused with aromas of sandalwood and flowers and flavors of roasted cherries and dried spices. Finishes smooth and creamy, with hints of vanilla.",Prova Regia,13,88,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Romeira 1999 Prova Regia Touriga Nacional (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romeira-1999-prova-regia-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional,1999,Quinta da Romeira
14,White,Chile,"Consistency is always a virtue, and once again this wine is creamy, fully oaked and more European in style than most Chilean Chardonnays. The nose is like popcorn, with apple and peach in the background. Flavors of banana, coconut, melon and apple carry the rich palate, while the finish is smooth and oaky. This is very good Chardonnay even if it lacks the extra elements required of a great wine. Drink now for its freshness.",Maquehua,19,88,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2002 Maquehua Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2002-maquehua-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Miguel Torres
,Red,US,"Tasty enough, a deliciously drinkable wine with mouthwatering flavors of cherries and raspberries and a tangy sprinking of cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper. Very dry, but the fruity flavors are so ripe, the wine coats the palate with a honeyed richness. This is a jammy Pinot meant for early drinking.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Clos La Chance 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Pinot Noir,2001,Clos La Chance
13.5,White,Chile,"Named after the matriarch of the De Martino family, this is a tropical-influenced wine with full banana, papaya and melon flavors atop lighter-weight aromas. The finish is equally tropical in style, with creamy oak mixing with ripe banana to create a sundae-like whole. The palate is chewy and satisfying as the wine tips the scale toward full bodied. Best Buy.",Legado de Armida Reserva,6,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 2000 Legado de Armida Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2000-legado-armida-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Santa Ines
,White,Italy,"This wood-aged Pinot Bianco offers ripe, full fruit with accompanying wood and spice flavors. It is rich and quite soft, but has a touch of crisp acidity.",Sanct Valentin,30,88,,Alto Adige,,San Michele Eppan 2002 Sanct Valentin Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-michele-eppan-2002-sanct-valentin-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2002,San Michele Eppan
,Red,US,"This is a wine that packs a lot of substance, although it has deliciously upfront flavors of cherries and berries. There's a meatiness to the palate that adds depth and interest, while crisp acidity defines the flavors on the palate. Textbook Santa Lucia Highlands Pinot Noir, fruity, complex and silky.",Rosella's Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2001 Rosella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2001-rosellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2001,Testarossa
,Red,US,"The 1994 vintage saw the largest production of Cherryblock yet achieved, at 2,500 cases. But could the selection have been more severe? The wine seems mature and ready to drink, with a pleasant blend of toast and cassis, coffee and some herbaceous notes.",Cherryblock,150,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1994 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1994-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Sebastiani
13.5,White,Italy,"Boasts penetrating grapefruit aromas but also some warm, peachy accents. On the palate, its stony and minerally flavors play against a richly textured mouthfeel. The long, delicate finish shows hints of pepper and grapefruit.",,22,88,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 2002 Tocai (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2002-italian-white-tocai-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Tocai,2002,Livio Felluga
,White,Italy,"This single-vineyard wine blends 60% Pinot Bianco with 30% Chardonnay, plus smaller amounts of Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling. Complex flavors come from this blend and from the wood aging, giving a wine that is rich and ripe with acidity at the same time.",Barthenau Vigna San Michele,16,88,,Alto Adige,,J. Hofstatter 2002 Barthenau Vigna San Michele White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-hofstatter-2002-barthenau-vigna-san-michele-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2002,J. Hofstatter
12.5,White,Italy,"This Trentino Sauvignon is surprisingly rich and viscous, coating the mouth with mixed fruit flavors, including tangerine, lime and pineapple. Despite the rich mouthfeel, the flavors linger delicately on the finish, giving an unexpected feeling of elegance. Best Buy.",Masso Tratta,13,88,,Trentino,,La Vis 2000 Masso Tratta Sauvignon Blanc (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2000-masso-tratta-sauvignon-blanc-trentino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,La Vis
,White,US,"Almost no one makes a dry chenin anymore. This is off-dry, fruity and simple, showing nothing of the complexity this grape can achieve if treated right. Citrusy fruit, slightly sugary finish.",,7,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 2000 Chenin Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2000-chenin-blanc-other/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Covey Run
13.5,Red,Spain,"Sometimes concept exceeds the wine itself, and this may be a case in point. The blend is odd, and the fact that each grape comes from a different part of Spain is potentially more odd. As for the wine, it has a nice perfume to it, courtesy of the Rhone varieties in the mix. And while the cherry/berry fruit is forward, it's maybe too sweet and basic in terms of length, structure and mouthfeel. Still, it's worth a try for the experimental tasters out there.",Proyecto 4,10,85,Catalonia,Conca de Barberà,,Bodegas Concavins 2000 Proyecto 4 Red (Conca de Barberà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-concavins-2000-proyecto-4-red-conca-barbera/,Red Blend,2000,Bodegas Concavins
,White,US,"Not as rich or concentrated as the previous vintage, and the acidity is low, making for a mushy texture. Still, the peach and tropical fruit flavors are good. Turns hot with alcohol on the finish.",Firepeak Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carpe Diem 2001 Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2001-firepeak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Carpe Diem
11.5,White,US,"This funky white blend, now in its 6th rendition, carries no vintage or regional designation, but we know it's a blend of several white grapes grown mostly in Oregon. The nose is ripe and full of melon, while the spunky palate deals orange and lemon, but not in sour-ball fashion. The finish has some thickness and a slight sticky feel, but ample acidity throughout renders it a good, brisk drink.",Evolution 6th Edition,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sokol Blosser NV Evolution 6th Edition White (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-nv-evolution-6th-edition-white-other/,White Blend,,Sokol Blosser
11,White,Spain,"Pine needle, lilac and some musk on the nose. Citrus is the driving force from then on. There's tangerine and some melon for flavor, and plenty or orange and passion fruit on the finish. A drink-now citrus ball that's full and flavorful.",Viña Sol,10,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2002 Viña Sol White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2002-vina-sol-white-penedes/,White Blend,2002,Torres
14.5,White,US,"Ripely fruity, with sun-warmed flavors of white peach and nectarine. Acids are fine, and boost the structure. There's also a subtle overlay of oak that adds to the tastes.",,14,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Perry Creek 2001 Chardonnay (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2001-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Perry Creek
13,Red,South Africa,"The balance of this wine has slightly spritzy acidity in the lead, wrapped with sheer tannins. Rich aromas of earth, leather and toast are contrasted by the bright fruit which is a sweet candylike strawberry-cherry at the forepalate.",African Tradition Collection - Elephant,12,86,Paarl,,,Niel Joubert 2000 African Tradition Collection - Elephant Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niel-joubert-2000-african-tradition-collection-elephant-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2000,Niel Joubert
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine seems to reach out to the mainstream: flavors and aromas of sweet vanilla, cinnamon toast and brown sugar are met with lightweight red fruit, a soft balance and just a touch of white pepper. Inoffensive on all counts, but lacks the depth needed to set it apart.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,New World 2002 Syrah (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/new-world-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-western-cape/,Syrah,2002,New World
11,White,US,"While this wine is labeled ""dry,"" it's technically not. There's some sugar left in it, it just seems dry if you compare it to the winery's regular, semi-dry version. Aromas of spiced pears and musky, evening flowers blend with flavors of pears, peaches and dried spices.",Dry,10,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2002 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2002-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Glenora
13.2,Red,US,,Olive Hill Estate Vineyards - Special Selection,100,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 1999 Olive Hill Estate Vineyards - Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1999-olive-hill-estate-vineyards-special-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,B.R. Cohn
,Red,US,"This Super-Tuscan blend of Howell Mountain Sangiovese and Stag's Leap Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is one dark wine. It smells big, too, like an egg cream, which New Yorkers will understand. This chocolatey wine has hints of malt, while the flavors are vast, suggesting ripe blackberries. It's a huge wine in extract and mouthfeel. This creates awkward food-pairing challenges. Barbecued ribs come to mind -- but at $45?",Cielo,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Allora 1999 Cielo Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allora-1999-cielo-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Allora
,Red,US,"Dramatically dark, staining the glass with glycerine streaks, this wine  unabashedly celebrates its hot country origins. Considerable tannins  frame a core of berry fruit, with a zingy, peppery note that stimulates  the taste buds, but acidity is soft. At the same time, it retains a  rustic character typical of the varietal.",Artist Collection,35,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Imagery 2000 Artist Collection Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2000-artist-collection-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2000,Imagery
11.4,White,US,,Fermented Dry,10,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 2002 Fermented Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-2002-fermented-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2002,Wagner
13.5,White,Australia,It tastes like it smells—like lots of toast and butterscotch. Palate also offers some yellow fruit and an a fresh herbal streak (or maybe it's pine needles?). The same herbal note shows again on the finish.,,19,84,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Starvedog Lane 2000 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starvedog-lane-2000-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,Starvedog Lane
12.5,White,Spain,"Some caramel and candied fruit goes well with the flowery element on the bouquet. In the mouth, lime, peach and mineral run the show. After that comes a clean, light finish with just a hint of stone-fruit flavor. A good mouthfeel ensures that this will be a decent wine for trout caught during the summer.",,8,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 2002 White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-2002-white-rioja/,White Blend,2002,Montecillo
14,Red,South Africa,"Although relatively balanced, this wine has simple sensory findings of cherry, plum and cocoa. A note reminiscent of mint tea transforms to eucalyptus on the palate.",Estate,20,84,Franschhoek,,,La Motte 1999 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-motte-1999-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-franschhoek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,La Motte
13,Red,Spain,"Bulky and clumsy, with powerful early barnyard aromas that ultimately give way to more refined plum and cherry. While this wine has its virtues, it lacks elegance. And while we admit that it's a country wine that's probably meant to be a sizable, rustic quaff, it seems a bit too basic and borderline to garner a better review.",Riscal 1860,8,84,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Riscal 2000 Riscal 1860 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riscal-2000-1860-tempranillo-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,2000,Riscal
13.5,White,Australia,"Unusual nectarine and tangerine flavors are accented by some ginger, but make no mistake—there's still lots of wood-derived cream and butter here, particularly on the nose and on the finish.",,17,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 2000 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-2000-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2000,Katnook Estate
13.5,White,US,"Pretty thin going, almost like a Sauvignon Blanc with its tart, citrusy fruit flavors and high acidity. Not a bad wine, but if you're looking for a rich, oaky Chardonnay, shop around.",,9,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 2001 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2001-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2001,Parducci
15.1,Red,US,"84 Bridlewood 1999 Merlot (Central Coast); $22. Not a complete success due to notable vegetal notes suggesting those notorious South Coast asparagus. The acids and tannins are fine and so is the color. Most of the grapes came from Monterey, where the trick with Bordeaux varietals always is getting them ripe.",,22,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 1999 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1999-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1999,Bridlewood
,Red,US,"This is a country-style Cab, rugged and easy. Provides a pretty good mouthful of blackberry and currant flavor, and is nice and dry. Tough tannins suggest big, rich foods.",,9,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Parducci
13,Red,US,"Held back for five years, but it hasn't done the wine much good. Earthy, with funky aromas. The flavors aren't bad, veering toward blackberries, but it's still pretty tannic.",One Oak Vineyard,21,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 1997 One Oak Vineyard Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-1997-one-oak-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,1997,Cedar Mountain
11.5,White,Chile,"Zippy, with natural rubbery aromas. This is quite tart and has a personality defined by lemon. There's lemon torte up front, while at the end it's purely tangy and sharp. Not an astringent, scouring wine, but high acidity comes into play.",,8,84,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Santa Monica 2001 Riesling (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santa-monica-2001-riesling-rapel-valley/,Riesling,2001,Viña Santa Monica
13,White,Australia,"Has peach, banana and vanilla aromas on the nose; palate shows light yellow fruit, plus a sour peach-pit note, both of which continue through to the finish. Body is medium, with some viscosity.",,15,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 2001 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-2001-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2001,Chateau Reynella
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Fresh and clean, with scents and flavors of ripe apples and a beery, leesy note. This blend of 58% Pinot Noir and 48% Chardonnay boasts an aggressive bead that gives it a brash, in-your-face quality ideal for casual summer sipping, less so for elegant, formal occasions.",Discovery Cuvee,16,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Meriwether NV Discovery Cuvee Sparkling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-meriwether-nv-discovery-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Domaine Meriwether
12,White,US,,Dry,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2001 Dry Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2001-dry-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Dr. Konstantin Frank
,White,Chile,,120,8,84,Curicó Valley,,,Santa Rita 2000 120 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2000-120-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Santa Rita
13,White,New Zealand,"Shows some wonderful botrytis aromas of dried apricots, but also a disturbing amount of volatile acidity. If you can tolerate notes of shoe polish and nail polish, you may find this rating woefully conservative.",Falcon Vineyard - Botrytised,20,84,Marlborough,,,Lake Chalice 2002 Falcon Vineyard - Botrytised Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chalice-2002-falcon-vineyard-botrytised-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2002,Lake Chalice
,Red,US,"Rather spare despite the cherry-berry, cola and spice flavors. The tannins are ultralight, and the acidity you'd expect from this cool coastal appellation isn't there. That leaves alcohol and fruit and a certain flabbiness.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2001 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,La Crema
13.8,White,US,"Great structure, with crisp, supportive acids and a fine overlay of oak that seasons but doesn't overwhelm. The flavors are quite lean. The winemaker calls them mineral-like, but it's more like grapefruits and lemons. The main problem with this well-made wine is, in fact, this lack of flavor.",Estate Bottled,23,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 2000 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-2000-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
13.7,White,US,"A lovely wine, made even more attractive by the value price. It has flavors and lemons and limes and a ripe, sweet edge of honey, although it's technically dry. The acidity is clean and refreshing.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Bridlewood 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Bridlewood
13.5,Rose,US,"As easy and tasty as a summer wine gets, this blush also has a lovely coppery-pink color. Flavors of fresh strawberries and spice burst on the palate, and drink just a tad off-dry.",Rose de Pinot Noir,15,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2002 Rose de Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2002-rose-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Iron Horse
12,White,Australia,,Penguin's Kiss,10,83,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Red Hill Estate 2001 Penguin's Kiss Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-hill-estate-2001-penguins-kiss-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2001,Red Hill Estate
13.5,White,Chile,"Aromas of pineapple, ripe melon and lemon create a balanced bouquet, while the citrus and banana on the palate make for a ripe and ready offering. The finish is long, clean and fresh, and the mouthfeel is good and lean, and overall quite crisp. Standard fare, but a good example of Chardonnay.",Santa Digna,10,86,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2002 Santa Digna Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2002-santa-digna-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Miguel Torres
,Red,US,"Quite cherry-like in the nose. On the palate, it's smooth and fairly silky, packing more bright cherry flavors, tinged with vanilla and spice. A bit peppery on the finish. Not complex, but quite pleasant.",,27,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robledo 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robledo-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Robledo
13.8,Red,US,"A pale shadow of richer Russian River Pinot, but with plenty of flavor and appellation character. Sort of an introductory  Pinot, with pretty cola and cherry flavors and silky tannins. Snaps to a quick finish.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2001 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Kenwood
13.5,Red,US,"There's a lot of unripeness going on here, showing up as lean, tobaccoey flavors verging on mint. Drinks acidic and thin, and while there are some black cherry flavors, the wine is basically herbal. Yet it's not without its charms.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2001,Rusack
12.5,White,Italy,"Light. Light in color, light in body, light on flavor. What's there is pretty—featuring hints of peaches, mint and lime—so this is best as an apéritif. It runs the risk of being overpowered by food.",,12,84,,Delle Venezie,,Torre di Luna 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-luna-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Torre di Luna
13.5,Red,US,"Drinks rather earthy and simple, and also short on fruit. There's some cherry and raspberry flavor but it's thin. Instead, oaky flavors are meant to substitute.",Garnet,17,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2001 Garnet Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2001-garnet-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2001,Saintsbury
13,Red,Chile,"Plump and round on the nose, with some heavy oak and awkward plum/beet aromas. The palate is robust and forward, but a little confusing; the fruit is muddled. And the finish is grapey and thin, leaving a mildly sour lasting impression.",,8,84,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Julia 2001 Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2001,Casa Julia
12,White,Chile,"Simple but clean in the nose, with just a hint of cheesy pungency. The palate veers toward tangerine and pineapple. The finish is sharp and acidic. Best Buy.",Estate Bottled,6,84,Maule Valley,,,Carta Vieja 2001 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carta-vieja-2001-estate-bottled-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Carta Vieja
,White,US,"Shows plenty of varietal character. Spearmint, lemon and lime flavors, with a crisp, tart texture and a rich, spicy finish. Pleasant to drink and a good value. Best Buy.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2001-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Woodbridge
,White,Italy,"This blend is very light in color and similarly shy on the nose, where it takes coaxing to find some citrus fruits and dried spices. Tastes like mixed citrus, but folds in a dash of cherry juice as well",,10,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Luna Di Luna 2002 White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-luna-2002-white-veneto/,White Blend,2002,Luna Di Luna
,White,Italy,"Shows the ill effects of age on this style of wine already. The vibrant, fresh fruit is fading, being replaced by some dusty spice notes.",Sortesele,12,83,,Trentino,,Santi 2001 Sortesele Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2001-sortesele-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Santi
14,Red,Chile,"When in Chile I heard a lot about Cono Sur Pinot, and how they're trendsetters and one of the country's best wineries. Well, not based on this sample. Yes, the texture is fine and it has some varietal character, but the nose is sour and funky, the wine, simple and tart. This reviewer found the Cono Sur O.K. to drink, but hardly a connoisseur's drink.",Reserve,12,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Cono Sur 2001 Reserve Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2001-reserve-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Cono Sur
13.5,White,Chile,"Lean and angular in the nose, with grapefruit and pine aromas. The palate offers some grapefruit and citrus pith, and the finish is tangy, sharp and runs toward bitter. In addition, the mouthfeel is flat.",Reserve,11,82,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-rio-claro/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Aresti
11.5,White,Italy,"Clean and correct, but very light, with lime scents that vie for prominence with aromas of green ferns.",,6,82,Veneto,Veneto,,La Francesca 2001 Chardonnay (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesca-2001-chardonnay-veneto/,Chardonnay,2001,La Francesca
12,White,Italy,"Light, with simple pineapple flavors. Hints of green tea enliven the nose, while the finish is clean and citrusy.",,9,82,Veneto,Soave,,Bolla 2001  Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-white-soave/,White Blend,2001,Bolla
12,White,Italy,"A bizarre blend of lime, unipe pineapple, banana and tropical fruit marks this clumsy, disjointed wine. It's not bad, but it's all elbows, with hard edges sticking out all over.",,9,82,Veneto,Veneto,,San Giuseppe 2001 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,San Giuseppe
11,White,Italy,Some faintly floral aromas and a hint of baking soda add interest to simple lemon-lime flavors. Turns watery on the finish.,,6,82,Veneto,Soave,,Soldo 2000  Soave,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soldo-2000-white-soave/,White Blend,2000,Soldo
13,White,Chile,"Heavy and gold in color, with aromas of browned butter, wheat and corn cakes. The bouquet and color are heavy, and so is the palate: There you get oak barrel and toast, but little to no fruit. Even the finish is woody, with just a hint of melon and banana. A good experimental wine for those eager to taste oak; otherwise steer clear.",Reserve,15,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2001-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Viña Casas del Bosque
13,Red,Chile,"Big, awkward aromas of red fruit and oak are followed by simple berry and plum flavors and even more overt oak. The finish is big and warm, while late in the game the wine turns tangy. This is one of many mass-market Merlots with few glaring faults; but still it fights to rise above basic acceptability.",Gato Negro,5,82,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 Gato Negro Merlot (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-gato-negro-merlot-lontue-valley/,Merlot,2002,San Pedro
14,Red,Chile,"This is Veramonte's top red. But frankly, it's green, herbal and difficult to enjoy. The nose offers plenty of green olive, while the heart of the wine is herbal and only gift-wrapped with coatings of blackberry and currant.",,20,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Primus 2000 Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-2000-red-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Primus
13,White,Chile,"The nose smells a bit like corn. The wine is round, soft and without much edge. The fruit seems a little pliable and ultimately it isn't all that structured. Finishes with a bit of banana.",,6,82,Curicó Valley,,,Calama 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calama-2002-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Calama
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is pickled and vegetal. Some cherry and raspberry fruit mix on the palate, while the finish is hot and spicy. In the mouth, this wine starts off better than it finishes, so it might be acceptable for low-care, quick consumption.",Reserve,11,82,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 2001 Reserve Merlot (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2001-reserve-merlot-rio-claro/,Merlot,2001,Aresti
13,Red,Chile,"Meaty, woody aromas carry along some cherry and cinnamon, but those scents are distant and slightly artificial. The mouth is chunky and big, with plenty of buttery oak along with nondistinct red fruit. The feel is sharp, courtesy of strong acids, so there's a tangy, astringent final impression. –M.S.",San Andrés,,82,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 San Andrés Merlot (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-andres-merlot-lontue-valley/,Merlot,2002,San Pedro
13.5,Red,Chile,"Pickled aromas mix with the scents of a field or brier patch. All together the blend is funky and not too welcoming. A palate of lean raspberry fruit and the veggies won't win a lot of fans, but if you drink it quickly and without too much analysis, you might find it pleasant enough.",Reserve - Est Bottled - Est Grown,10,82,Cachapoal Valley,,,La Palma 2001 Reserve - Est Bottled - Est Grown Carmenère (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2001-reserve-est-bottled-est-grown-carmenere-cachapoal-valley/,Carmenère,2001,La Palma
13.2,Red,Chile,"Early aromas of sea water, mushroom and rubber integrate into a more pleasant whole. The flavors are sweet and candied, while on the finish a mild vegetal hint comes on. That said, the wine is decent in the mouth, where the texture is pleasant.",San Francisco de Mostazal Reserva Especial,8,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Vino de Eyzaguirre 2001 San Francisco de Mostazal Reserva Especial Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-eyzaguirre-2001-san-francisco-mostazal-reserva-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2001,Vino de Eyzaguirre
,Red,US,"Dull and insipid, with little Pinot character beyond some modest berry flavors and easy tannins. Turns gluey and thick on the dry finish.",,9,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 2000 Pinot Noir (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Dunnewood
9,White,Portugal,"A light spritz gives this wine some of the character of club soda and lime, with a slight brinyness to add interest.",Casal Garcia,6,82,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Aveleda NV Casal Garcia White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-nv-casal-garcia-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,,Quinta da Aveleda
12.5,Rose,Chile,"Light on the nose. The flavor profile leans toward cranberry, but there seems to be a faint pickled note, too. The feel is juicy and acidic, so it's fresh.",Rosé,8,82,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2002 Rosé Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2002-rose-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Valdivieso
13,Red,Chile,"The thin nose carries the scent of chlorine and a bit of pickle barrel. On the tongue, there's some vegetal character and pedestrian red fruit. Even the finish seems mildly pickled. Mouthfeel is the wine's best feature, but it can't overcome the odd flavors of pickle and the tang those flavors bring along.",Morande Edicion Limitada Malbec 1999,17,82,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 1999 Morande Edicion Limitada Malbec 1999 Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-1999-edicion-limitada-malbec-1999-maipo-valley/,Malbec,1999,Morandé
13,White,Chile,"On the nose, it's floral and sweet, with a sticky quality to the fruit. In the mouth, it's like lemon-lime soda, with some bitter green melon thrown in. And the feel is thin and acidic. A tangy, lean rendition of this potentially interesting variety.",Montemar,8,82,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2002 Montemar Gewürztraminer (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2002-montemar-gewurztraminer-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Aresti
13.7,White,Italy,"Heavy and alcoholic in the mouth, with aromas of fresh corn husks and limes. Tastes simple, with hints of oranges, and finishes short.",Cuvee Tai,14,82,,Friuli,,Furlan 2000 Cuvee Tai White (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furlan-2000-cuvee-tai-white-friuli/,White Blend,2000,Furlan
13.5,White,Chile,"Pungent, grassy aromas seem off center for Chardonnay, while the mouthfeel is heavy and the flavors seem derived from overripe fruit. The finish is woody and has plenty of texture, but there's also a piercing bolt of acidity running through the middle.",CLB Reserve,14,82,Rapel Valley,,,Château Los Boldos 1999 CLB Reserve Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-1999-clb-reserve-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Château Los Boldos
12,White,Italy,"A deep gold color sends up warning flags, and the flavors bear that out. Has simple apple flavors with a touch of shellac and no depth. Kosher.",,10,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Bartenura 2000 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartenura-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Bartenura
13,White,Italy,"The peach flavors are pleasant enough, but even a slight spritz can't save this wine from seeming heavy and clumsy.",,15,82,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Bortoluzzi 2001 Chardonnay (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoluzzi-2001-chardonnay-isonzo-del-friuli/,Chardonnay,2001,Bortoluzzi
13,Red,Chile,"Dusty, peppery aromas carry little richness, but in the mouth things turn more fruity. You get cherry and plum, but also a salty edge. The texture is smooth and solid enough, but the finish is disproportionately buttery, salty and mildly vegetal.",Gato Negro,5,83,Central Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 Gato Negro Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-gato-negro-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,San Pedro
13,Red,Chile,"Floral and creamy, with lively fruit and fairly powerful oak. Without having read the label you'd be hard pressed to peg this as Shiraz, but it does taste like a perfectly acceptable everyday red with clean red fruit, some spice and pepper, and even some woody notes and tannins.",,6,83,Rapel Valley,,,Walnut Crest 2001 Shiraz (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walnut-crest-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-rapel-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Walnut Crest
12.5,White,Portugal,"Light and simple, with green apple and citrus aromas and flavors. Use it to wash down steamed shellfish at the beach.",Estate Bottled,7,83,Bucelas,,,Quinta da Romeira 2001 Estate Bottled Arinto (Bucelas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romeira-2001-estate-bottled-portuguese-white-arinto-bucelas/,Arinto,2001,Quinta da Romeira
,White,US,"A simple quaffer that has citrus flavors from Sauvignon Blanc and appley, peachy ones from Chardonnay. There's a bitterness throughout, but it's not bad for the price.",,5,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Parducci 2001 White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2001-white-north-coast/,White Blend,2001,Parducci
,Red,US,"Kind of unripe and thin, with tobacco, beet and herb flavors, although a touch of black cherry helps. The texture is smooth, but the finish is a little watery.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,MacMurray Ranch 2001 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,MacMurray Ranch
13.5,White,Italy,,Torre di Tramontana,25,83,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 1999 Torre di Tramontana Chardonnay (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-1999-torre-tramontana-chardonnay-collio/,Chardonnay,1999,Conti Formentini
13,Red,Chile,"Briar patch, some green pepper and a little sweet baking spice carry the nose. The plum and berry flavors are accented by brown sugar and caramel, but also some green characteristics. The finish is smooth, but too green.",,9,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Calama 2001 Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calama-2001-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2001,Calama
13,White,Chile,"Anise and mineral add character to the aggressive, starchy nose. Flavors of ripe apple and mustard create a heavier-than-usual palate, although there's ample acidity to keep it more or less balanced. The finish is dry, with just a touch of citrus flavor. And at the very end it turns thin and rough.",Jardin,9,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Guelbenzu 2002 Jardin Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-2002-jardin-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Guelbenzu
13.5,White,Chile,"Pineapple and other tropical fruits comprise the simple, straightforward nose. Pear and tangerine flavors come across sharp, as does the finish. The wine is a bit edgy and lean on its own.",Estate Bottled,8,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,La Palma 2002 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2002-estate-bottled-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,La Palma
,Red,Mexico,"Dark and earthy, slightly pruny and alcoholic, finishing on notes of tar and molasses.",,8,83,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 1999 Petite Sirah (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-1999-petite-sirah-valle-guadalupe/,Petite Sirah,1999,L.A. Cetto
13,White,Italy,"A surprisingly poor showing from this normally reliable winery, the 2000 Classico, a blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, shows some lemony aromas, a plump, custardy mouthfeel and a tangy finish.",Classico,15,83,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2000 Classico White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2000-classico-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,2000,Cantina Terlano
13.5,Red,Chile,"Mushroom and charcoal dot the nose, but with that comes just a modicum of fruit. The palate is a bit bland even if it's far from offensive, and so is the finish. Some wines don't offend while they fail to impress. This is an example of that type of wine.",,6,83,Central Valley,,,Calama 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calama-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Calama
,Red,Italy,"Light, and seems mature already, with modest cherry and tobacco flavors and tea leaves on the finish.",,10,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piccini 2001  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2001-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2001,Piccini
,White,US,"Simple and watery, with vaguely fruity flavors of peaches and citrus. Very dry, with adequate acidity.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2001 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2001-viognier-other/,Viognier,2001,Pepperwood Grove
13,White,Chile,"Lightly fruity in the nose, yet sharp on the palate. For a reserve wine, it's noticeably thinner and more linear than the regular Sauvignon Blanc. The flavors are of green apple and underripe citrus, while the finish, as the palate suggests, is lean and fresh, but lightweight.",Reserve,15,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2002 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2002-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Viña Casas del Bosque
12,White,Italy,"Just what consumers expect at this level of Pinot Grigio: a light, refreshing wine with pear, apple and citrus aromas and flavors.",,8,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Cielo 2001 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Cielo
13.5,Red,Chile,"Tight and oaky in the nose, with some funky green notes. The palate is a bit herbal and mildly vegetal, but there's also some cherry fruit and spice. The texture on the finish is the high point, but the vegetal flavor at the wine's core is a sore point.",Estate Bottled,6,83,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2001 Estate Bottled Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2001-estate-bottled-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Casa Rivas
12,White,Italy,"While there's a decent amount of weight to this wine—enough to stand up to food—the flavors seem a bit dilute, showing only hints of almond and melon.",,8,83,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Lagaria
12,White,Italy,"Light and lean pear fruit, with subtle lime notes and a hint of sweetness appearing on the finish.",,9,83,Veneto,Veneto,,San Giuseppe 2002 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2002,San Giuseppe
,Red,US,"It's too hot for Pinot Noir in Paso Robles, right? This wine shows why. It's not bad, but clumsy, with heavy, earthy flavors. It lacks delicacy and subtlety, which is what Pinot Noir is all about.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Zenaida Cellars 2000 Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenaida-cellars-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2000,Zenaida Cellars
13.5,White,Chile,"Flat and dull in the nose, with only a touch of apple along with plenty of leftover wood. The palate is thick and woody, and there just isn't ample fruit to offset the oakiness.",Reserve,12,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-1999-reserve-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Chile,"Piercing aromas, but not very fruity. It's a bit like wasabe at the sushi joint. The palate has some cassis, cherry and spice, while the finish is also spicy. At first it shows some power but things fade fast as opposed to improving.",,8,83,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Santa Monica 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santa-monica-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Viña Santa Monica
11.5,White,Italy,"The color is very light, and so are the flavors. Although it lacks intensity, this faintly lemony wine is crisp, clean and moderately refreshing.",,10,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Torresella 2001 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torresella-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Torresella
13,White,Chile,"The nose is like citrus candy and applesauce, but it doesn't sing or pop like it could. The mouth is easygoing, with melon and grapefruit, but there's also a bit of unwelcome green bean. This wine fails to excite. —M.S. .",,7,83,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2002-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Morandé
12.5,White,Chile,"Flat, corn-like aromas kick it off, then deeper within there's a hint of butterscotch. The palate is surprisingly lean, with apricot, apple and pineapple flavors.",,6,83,Central Valley,,,Paso del Sol 2001 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-sol-2001-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Paso del Sol
11.5,White,Italy,"Yes, it's light, but it's also clean and fresh, blending pear and lime flavors pleasantly into a decent apéritif.",,8,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Fontana Candida 2001 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontana-candida-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Fontana Candida
13.5,Red,Chile,"Lean and spicy in the nose, with a hint of pepper and some green vegetables. The palate is a continuation of the nose: there's mild red fruit but also some strong green-bean and bell-pepper flavors. The finish is dry and tannic, as it should be.",Los Vascos,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2001 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2001-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,White,Chile,"Pungent aromas of pineapple, passion fruit and grapefruit are so untamed that they run wild. The mouth deals tangerine and other citrus, which broken down is a lot like chewable vitamins. Very racy and acid-packed, and more boisterous than subtle.",Montemar,8,83,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2002 Montemar Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2002-montemar-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Aresti
11.5,Rose,US,,,,83,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2002 Rosé (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2002-rose-long-island-hamptons/,Rosé,2002,Wölffer
13,White,Chile,"Apricot aromas with flavors of green apple, cucumber and green bean. The finish is clean and easy, but bland. This wine does nothing to offend, but it doesn't do much to impress, either.",Pionero,7,83,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2000 Pionero Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-pionero-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Morandé
13,Rose,France,,,10,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 2002 Rosé (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-2002-rose-cotes-luberon/,Rosé,2002,Château Val Joanis
14,White,Chile,"A nose of pears, lemon, gym bag and cheese isn't the purest and most attractive, but there is some substance to this wine. The palate has papaya, banana and apple flavors and the finish is clean. Good in a pedestrian way.",,7,83,Central Valley,,,Santa Ines 2002 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2002-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Santa Ines
,Red,US,"A pleasant enough wine with moderate body and soft tannins. Flavors range from herbal to cherry and plum. An earthy note pervades, however, with a bright finish.",,35,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Family Vineyards 2001 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-family-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Martin Family Vineyards
11.5,White,Italy,"Smells strongly of lemongrass, and this character carries over onto the palate, which is flavored by lemon, pear and herbs. Feels a bit heavy in the mouth, but finishes clean and lemony.",,8,83,Veneto,Veneto,,La Villa Veneta 2001 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-veneta-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,La Villa Veneta
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is murky and overdone, seemingly a victim of the rainy 2002 harvest. The palate is heavy and dark, with sweet plum and berry fruit, but not the pulsating, pure type normally sought.",Santa Digna,10,83,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2002 Santa Digna Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2002-santa-digna-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2002,Miguel Torres
,White,US,"This wine's grapefruit and lemon flavors are lean, showing too much tartness and heat.",,11,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Robert Mondavi 2001 Fumé Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-north-coast/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"From a little-used San Luis Obispo County appellation, a simple wine with little to recommend it beyond cleanliness and some berry flavors. Fully dry, it has silky tannins and some firm acids.",Stephen's,28,83,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,York Mountain Winery 2000 Stephen's Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/york-mountain-winery-2000-stephens-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,York Mountain Winery
12.5,White,Italy,"A minty nose blends in some floral and citrus scents as well, giving this light-bodied wine some interest. Flavors are minty, too, verging on wintergreen, and finishing clean and fresh.",,10,83,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Nando 2001 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nando-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Nando
,White,US,"This is a simple version of Sauvignon Blanc. It has modest lemon and melon flavors, and is dry. Finishes a bit soft.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Kit Fox 2001 Fumé Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kit-fox-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-other/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Kit Fox
12.5,White,Italy,"A bit rough and rustic, but packs in plenty of sweet pear-nectar flavors dusted with dried spices.",,11,83,,Trentino,,Gaierhof 2001 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaierhof-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Gaierhof
13.5,White,Italy,"Aging, with shellac and mineral-spirits aromas and flavors creeping in over the pear and mint. Drink up.",Castelcosa,12,83,,Friuli,,Furlan 2000 Castelcosa Pinot Grigio (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furlan-2000-castelcosa-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Furlan
,White,Chile,"The nose is flat and not very expressive. The flavors are of sweet fruit, but beyond that they are hard to describe. A midland wine with a simple, clean finish and a bit of a waxy mouthfeel.",Concepcion,7,83,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 2001 Concepcion Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-2001-concepcion-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Francisco Gillmore
,White,Chile,"Dark gold in color and on the path toward retirement. There's a strong funk to the nose, one of corn and wood. The palate is thick and oaky, with flavors of vanilla and baked apples. On the finish you get toffee and more vanilla. Despite its age and viscosity, decent acidity keeps it drinkable.",Concepcion Reserva,11,83,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 1999 Concepcion Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-1999-concepcion-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Francisco Gillmore
,White,Italy,"An immediately attractive, quaffable wine with clean, fresh flavors. This is a light, fresh wine designed to go with summer foods.",Classico,,84,Veneto,Soave,,Zonin 2002 Classico  (Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2002-classico-white-soave/,White Blend,2002,Zonin
12,White,Italy,"Rather simple but cleanly made, with pear and pineapple fruit in a medium-bodied format. Not for wine-geek contemplation, rather for casual drinking with grilled fish or chicken.",Estate Bottled,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Villa Sandi 2001 Estate Bottled Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-2001-estate-bottled-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Villa Sandi
,Red,US,"Thick and heavy, with flavors of raspberries and cherries. The wine has an earthy texture more reminiscent of a Syrah, and finishes with mouth-numbing tannins.",Hendry Ranch,35,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,V. Sattui 2001 Hendry Ranch Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2001-hendry-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2001,V. Sattui
13,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and simple, a somewhat bitter wine marked by cherry, cola and herb flavors. Turns supple and silky on the finish.",,10,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Napa Ridge 2001 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2001-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,Napa Ridge
13.5,White,Italy,"A simple, citrusy quaff that leans heavily toward pineapple and grapefruit. Some melon flavors round out the package.",Castelcosa,12,84,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Furlan 2000 Castelcosa Sauvignon Blanc (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/furlan-2000-castelcosa-sauvignon-blanc-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Furlan
13.5,Red,US,"From the cooler Oak Knoll region of southern Napa, a wine with berry-cherry flavors and silky tannins. Yet it feels coarse and heavy, with a density and dullness Pinot Noir should not have. Suggests once again the unsuitability of Napa Valley for Pinot Noir.",Rodgers Vineyard,26,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cenay 2001 Rodgers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cenay-2001-rodgers-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Cenay
13.5,White,US,"Simple and innocent, a small Sauvignon with hints of citrus fruits and figs. Very dry, with crisp acidity and a clean, peppery finish.",Vintner's Reserve,10,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2001 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2001-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,Chile,"Aromas of graham cracker and chocolaty fruit yield something similar to berry pie. The mouth is grapey and full, with sizable tannins and not much finesse. With airing this wine grows more cumbersome and untamed.",,7,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,La Palma 2002 Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2002-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2002,La Palma
,White,US,"Refreshing and zesty, with peach, grass, juniper berry and grapefruit flavors that drink a little sweet, although crisp acidity cleanses and soothes the palate. This nice cocktail wine is fun and easy to drink.",,24,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Saracina 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saracina-2001-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Saracina
14.4,White,US,"Decent everyday fare, a grassy wine with extremely dry flavors of grapefruit and a bit of complexity. It's well made and has some elegance. Turns tart and bitter on the finish, with the taste of citrus rind.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Wellington 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2001-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Wellington
13,White,Chile,"Varietally typical aromas of grapefruit and green onion start it off, but the palate is more citrusy, as it emphasizes flavors of orange, grapefruit, passion fruit and some pickle. The finish is fresh and clean, and the mouthfeel is juicy. However, dilution of flavors and a failure to improve once opened hold it back.",,8,84,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Santa Monica 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-santa-monica-2002-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Viña Santa Monica
13,White,Italy,"Boasts some interesting flavors of graphite or slate, and mineral oil, which complement its pear and kumquat aromas. Could use more focus and length, but certainly pleasant; chilling it well will make it seem firmer.",Arcale,10,84,,Collio,,Bolla 2001 Arcale Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-arcale-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Bolla
,Red,Italy,Simple black cherry and earth flavors in a medium-weight wine that finishes with more than a hint of citrus.,,10,84,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Piccini 2001  Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2001-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2001,Piccini
13.5,Red,Chile,"Montes tosses quite a few qualifiers at the name of this wine; i.e. “special cuvée” and “reserve,” but at the end of the day it's a basic Merlot with earthy notes and some obvious oak. The fruit flavors veer toward plum and blackberry, while below that there's a shot of woodiness.",Reserve - Special Cuvee,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2001 Reserve - Special Cuvee Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-reserve-special-cuvee-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2001,Montes
12.5,White,Italy,"Tropically fruity and plump, with some banana and custard aromas and flavors--also some tapioca and vanilla. Finishes with a refreshing citrus edge.",San Vincenzo,10,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Anselmi 2001 San Vincenzo White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselmi-2001-san-vincenzo-white-veneto/,White Blend,2001,Anselmi
,White,US,"Fruity, soft and simple. The flavors are of apples, peaches and wildflowers, and the wine is very dry. Has a nice apricoty taste that lingers through the finish.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Kit Fox 2001 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kit-fox-2001-viognier-other/,Viognier,2001,Kit Fox
13.5,White,US,"Simple, earthy and dry. If that's your minimum requirement for a white, try this blend of Chardonnay, Symphony and Viognier from vineyards in Napa, Lodi and San Luis Obispo. Feels a bit thick and heavy in the mouth, with apple and peach flavors.",Vintners Cuvee Blanc III Vin Blanc Extraordinaire,11,84,California,California Other,California,Rosenblum NV Vintners Cuvee Blanc III Vin Blanc Extraordinaire White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-nv-vintners-cuvee-blanc-iii-vin-blanc-extraordinaire-white-other/,White Blend,,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"From Sebastiani, proof that Pinot Noir has been overplanted in California. This has some pleasant Pinot character in the cherry, spice and earth flavors and light, silky tannins, but it's a simple, one-dimensional wine.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2001 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2001-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Smoking Loon
12.5,White,Italy,"This blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Bianco is dark-gold in color, with citrus and green apple aromas that get riper as the wine gradually warms in the glass, eventually developing peach overtones. Flavors are of buttered stone fruits. Drink up.",Marinali Bianco,20,84,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Villa Sandi 2000 Marinali Bianco White (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-2000-marinali-bianco-white-marca-trevigiana/,White Blend,2000,Villa Sandi
,White,Italy,"This is an attractive, soft, fresh wine, with concentration and structure, as well as a light, rounded aftertaste.",,,84,,Alto Adige,,Santa Margherita 2002 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-2002-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2002,Santa Margherita
12.5,White,Chile,"Vanilla and pear aromas begin this soft-bodied wine that is mouthfilling and easy, but not up to shocking anyone. The flavors of orange and pineapple are close to the real thing, and the finish is smooth and easy. A mellow white wine at its best.",Estate Bottled Reserve,8,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2002 Estate Bottled Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2002-estate-bottled-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Santa Alicia
13,White,Chile,"At first the nose is bland, offering what a Spanish speaker would call nada. But with time some dry, spicy flavors and modest yet clean tropical fruit rise up. The finish turns a bit heavy and oaky, but with a proper chilling, this should go down smoothly. It has the basics in terms of banana and papaya-like fruit. –M.S.",San Andrés,,84,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 San Andrés Chardonnay (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-andres-chardonnay-lontue-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,San Pedro
12.8,White,Italy,"An odd style that may not appeal to everyone, with apple and pineapple flavors marked by butter and vanilla. It's medium bodied, and picks up a hint of lemon on the finish.",Maso Canali,17,84,,Trentino,,Ecco Domani 2001 Maso Canali Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2001-maso-canali-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Ecco Domani
13.8,Red,US,"A simple, soft, fruity and one-dimensional Pinot that offers up slight flavors of raspberries, pepper and tobacco. Fully dry, with silky tannins and bracing acids, but it's hard to get over the anorexic profile.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2001 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2001,Clos du Bois
15,Red,US,"It's all a matter of taste, but to me this wine is too hot, at 15% alcohol, and too sweet. The earthy, berry flavors are rich, and the tannin structure is complex, but it's out of balance.",Salzgeber Vineyard,32,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Domaine Danica 2000 Salzgeber Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-danica-2000-salzgeber-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Domaine Danica
14,White,Chile,"The nose is oaky and grainy as it offers aromas of corn and wheat as well as some pear fruit. The apple, honeydew and oak flavors make for a robust palate, but one with a sweet, mildly artificial-tasting core. The finish is oaky and resiny, although there's some necessary balancing acidity and citrus flavors to keep it steady.",Estate Bottled,6,84,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2002 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2002-estate-bottled-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Casa Rivas
13.5,Red,Chile,"Here's yet another wine bearing the signature of winemaker Ignacio Recabarren, and it's a touch thinner and disjointed than one might expect. The nose features blanched raspberry and a strong note of pine or fern frond. The mouth is chunky and plummy, and it evolves with air. But it is also a touch vegetal and never really hits stride.",,15,84,Maipo Valley,,,Peñalolen 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penalolen-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Peñalolen
,White,Mexico,"Simple pear flavors, joined by a hint of butter. A bit thick and heavy, but it makes for a mouthfilling white.",Private Reserve,14,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2000 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2000-private-reserve-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2000,L.A. Cetto
13,Red,Chile,"This old-school winery sticks to tradition, so if this new-release Merlot seems older than it is, that's by intention. The color is light, and the wine already carries fading edges. The nose is earthy and the flavors are spicy.",,9,84,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2001 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2001-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2001,Cousiño-Macul
13,White,Chile,"Peach, melon and mineral waft from the nose, followed by melon and grapefruit flavors. The finish is surprisingly tropical, a mix of bananas and coconut. Starts off better than it finishes, leading one to believe that if served quickly and chilled it will do well with seafood and appetizers.",Reserve,15,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Viña Casas del Bosque
,White,Italy,"Much riper, fatter and fuller-bodied than most Luganas, this offering boasts grapefruit and passion fruit aromas nicely balanced by sweet pear and melon flavors. Finishes short.",Vigneto San Martino,,84,Lombardy,Lugana,,Tommasi 2001 Vigneto San Martino  (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2001-vigneto-san-martino-white-lugana/,White Blend,2001,Tommasi
13.5,White,Chile,"Pungent aromas of pine needles and saw mill start it off. Next comes a juicy palate with flavors of orange and pineapple. The finish is fine, but it's kind of dull. The is a basic wine that veers toward flatness. But for now it's hanging in there.",,10,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Dallas Conté 2002 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-2002-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Dallas Conté
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark in color, with powerful aromas that lean toward green peppers and green beans. Those vegetal notes are fairly well covered by some sweet oak, however, you can't escape the vegetal taste and smell. That said, the texture is perfect and the mouthfeel just right.",Reserve Terrarum,9,84,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2002 Reserve Terrarum Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2002-reserve-terrarum-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2002,Morandé
13,Red,Chile,"Round and sweet, with some grapy, creamy aromas and a hint of oak sticking out. The palate is sweet, a bit candied, and firm, all courtesy of sharp but healthy tannins. A sweet, chewy finish is the lasting impression.",House of Morande,30,84,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2000 House of Morande Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-house-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Morandé
,Red,US,"So what does ten bucks buy in Pinot Noir? A light-bodied wine with tart, green strawberry, cola and cranberry flavors, plenty of crisp acids and smooth tannins.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Monthaven 2000 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monthaven-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Monthaven
12,White,Italy,"Lime and green apples on the nose, with a floral note as well. It's medium-bodied, featuring a sharp, citrusy edge to the finish.",Tre Venezie,7,84,,Delle Venezie,,Bella Sera 2002 Tre Venezie Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-sera-2002-tre-venezie-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Bella Sera
,Red,US,"Recognizably Pinot with its raspberry, cherry and spice flavors, silky tannins and crisp acidity, and gets the job done. But there's an awkward sweetness of residual sugar and a thick, gluey texture that lacks zest and crispness.",,18,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bouchaine
12.5,White,Italy,"A reasonably full-bodied Soave, with delicate aromas of acacia blossoms and limes giving way to sturdy pear flavors. The lemony finish will seem shrill to some, pleasantly cleansing to others.",Tufaie,8,84,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Bolla 2000 Tufaie  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2000-tufaie-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2000,Bolla
12.5,White,Italy,"Grassy and grapefruity, with sour, close to vegetal, flavors and a touch of sweetness on the finish.",,20,84,,Collio,,Attems 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attems-2001-sauvignon-blanc-collio/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Attems
12.5,Red,Chile,"This weighty Malbec is more rough than refined, but what's here is decent. The nose is round and full of plum and berry aromas, while there's a full blast of berry fruit along with detectable oak on the palate. The finish is basic and clean, with some buttery oak on the very back.",Estate Bottled Reserve,12,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2001 Estate Bottled Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2001-estate-bottled-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2001,Château La Joya
13,Red,Chile,"At first the tight nose is a bit like tar and industrial cleaner, but once it fans out some black fruit emerges. The palate is tight and tannic, but fresh and ripe. And the finish is healthy but also rather tannic. Good with barbecued meats and the like.",,11,84,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Viña Casas del Bosque
13.5,Red,US,"Weird name, simple wine, but not a bad one. It's awfully hard to get distinction in Pinot Noir at this price. The wine is dry, and there are some berry flavors wrapped in silky tannins.",Free Range,8,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,HRM Rex Goliath 2001 Free Range Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hrm-rex-goliath-2001-free-range-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,HRM Rex Goliath
12,White,Greece,"A pleasant, lemon-and-lime white, best with light fish dishes. Unlike most of its brethren, which are ready to go from the moment they're opened, this one has some burnt-matchstick aromas that need time and aeration to dissipate. Try decanting.",,12,84,Naoussa,,,Provenza 2001 White (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenza-2001-white-naoussa/,White Blend,2001,Provenza
14.1,White,US,"A Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon blend with crisp acidity, a smooth, clean finish and citrus and fig flavors.",Alluvium Blanc,16,84,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2001 Alluvium Blanc Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-alluvium-blanc-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-knights-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Beringer
13,White,Chile,"Lean and basic, with fairly ripe aromas and a decent helping of apple, peach and grapefruit. The fruit is a touch soft and lacking in structure though.",,8,84,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2002-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Valdivieso
13.5,Red,Chile,"Full in the nose, with leather and muted red and black fruit. The palate is big and oaky, with flavors of black plum and milk chocolate, and the finish is of modest length, with size and some tannins. This wine has all the typical Merlot characteristics, but in short order.",35 South Land of Passion and Fantasy,8,84,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 35 South Land of Passion and Fantasy Merlot (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-35-south-land-passion-fantasy-merlot-lontue-valley/,Merlot,2002,San Pedro
,White,US,"Apple and citrus flavors drink ripe and full but rather sweet, with decent acidity. Finishes clean. Good everyday drinking, and will be fine for the beach.",,10,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2002-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Shenandoah
12,White,Italy,"Rich, even a bit heavy, in the mouth, with canned corn, citrus and melon aromas and flavors that offer plenty of substance but less style.",Ritratti,13,84,,Trentino,,La Vis 2000 Ritratti Chardonnay (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2000-ritratti-chardonnay-trentino/,Chardonnay,2000,La Vis
11.5,White,Italy,"Musky pear aromas start things off, but the flavors are in sharper focus—a blend of pears and green herbs, finishing with a touch of anise. A bit sweet-tasting, so serve well-chilled as an apéritif. Best Buy.",,6,84,Veneto,Veneto,,La Francesca 2001 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesca-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2001,La Francesca
,White,Mexico,"Smells crisp and pineapple-y and tastes of tart pineapple and pear, but the mouthfeel is thick and syrupy. Finishes relatively clean and tangy.",,10,84,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2001 Chardonnay (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2001-chardonnay-valle-guadalupe/,Chardonnay,2001,L.A. Cetto
12,White,Italy,"If you enjoy picking apart a wine--finding all of its tiny nuances and eccentricities--you'll find plenty here. From its smoky, beeswax-like and menthol aromas to its flavors of melon and citrus, there's plenty of interest, yet the wine delivers more intellectual excitement than hedonism.",,15,84,,Collio,,Marega 1998 Malvasia Istriana (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marega-1998-other-white-malvasia-istriana-collio/,Malvasia Istriana,1998,Marega
,Red,US,"Cola-like in flavor, with earthier notes of tobacco and leather. Drinks pretty lean, and the tannins are strong. Finshes with a bitterness of acids and tannins.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Savannah-Chanelle 2001 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,Savannah-Chanelle
10.5,White,Portugal,"Green apple notes give way to grapefruit and melon, but tart lime and green apple flavors power this wine.",,7,84,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Aveleda 2001 Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-2001-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2001,Quinta da Aveleda
12,White,Italy,"A light, easy-drinking Pinot Grigio, with peach, lime and fresh herb aromas and flavors. The lemony finish shows fine persistence.",,10,84,,Delle Venezie,,Pozzi 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pozzi-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Pozzi
13.5,White,Chile,"One whiff and you know what you have. The nose offers wild flower, mustard seed and telltale lychee fruit. The body is fairly rich, and there are flavors of custard, apple, banana and nutmeg-like spice. The finish is simultaneously chewy and fresh, which is a testament to the wine's forward acidity.",,9,84,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2002 Gewürztraminer (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2002-gewurztraminer-maipo-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Undurraga
13.5,White,Chile,"The nose has some pine-based cleaner aromas to it, but not much luscious fruit. The palate has apple, pear and melon flavors, but they are more vague than distinct. The finish is a continuation of what you get on the palate, but at the end you get a hint of toffee or caramel. Straightforward and basic; not nuanced or exotic.",Morande Pionero,7,84,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Morande Pionero Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-morande-pionero-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Morandé
13,Red,Chile,"Herbal and spicy, with some rubbery notes to the nose and a bit of pickle to the flavors. The plum fruit on the palate is round and peppery, while the wine finishes warm and full. Decent fruit but not rich.",Reserve Oak Aged,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2000 Reserve Oak Aged Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-reserve-oak-aged-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Montes
13,White,Italy,"Slightly gingery on the nose, but marked more by fresh greens and limes. Its relatively lightweight flavors of apples and limes are joined by an herbal tang on the short but refreshing finish.",,15,84,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 2001 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Conti Formentini
13,White,Chile,"Creamy in the nose, with a hint of vanilla and Bartlett pear. The palate isn't boring; there's cantaloupe and nutmeg nuances along with some papaya and banana. The weakness: The wine turns soft almost immediately upon pouring.",Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2001 Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2001-estate-bottled-prima-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,De Martino
13.5,White,Chile,"Dark gold color and buttery nose say that it was heavily oaked during its fermentation and afterward. The palate is flat and resiny. On the finish, buttered toast and some bitter, oaky leftovers hold it back.",Reserva de Familia,35,84,Casablanca Valley,,,De Martino 1999 Reserva de Familia Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1999-reserva-de-familia-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,De Martino
12,White,Italy,"Light and easy to drink, with just enough apple and lime to keep things interesting. Makes a fine apéritif.",,11,84,Veneto,Valdadige,,Barone Fini 2002 Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-fini-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Barone Fini
14.5,White,US,"Smells simple, with vague notes of citrus fruits, but just the opposite in the mouth. Takes control of the palate with big, oaky flavors of citrus jam, wood and lots of peppery spices, and finishes rather sweet. A bit over the top.",Estate Bottled,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,CE2V 2001 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ce2v-2001-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,CE2V
13.5,White,Chile,"Aromas of pineapple, melon and green apple start it off, followed by a modest dosage of apple and pear flavors. The finish is smooth and buttery, especially toward the back end, but without much robust flavor.",Enigma - Reserva,15,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 1999 Enigma - Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-1999-enigma-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Santa Ines
14,Red,Chile,"The bouquet is fairly exotic as it kicks up some cinnamon and forest floor. But there's also some lemony oak that doesn't really fit in. The flavors of cherry and cassis are tasty but they carry an acidic tang, and that aggressive acidity continues all the way through to the back end, thus leaving a sharp impression on the palate.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,85,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2000 Single Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2000-single-vineyard-reserve-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2000,Valdivieso
13.5,Red,Chile,"Compact and full in the nose, with a fine level of berry fruit and some attractive wood spice. The mouth offers sweet berry flavors and some toasty oak, while the finish is round and soft. There's little complexity or style—what you smell and taste at first is what you get.",Single Vineyard Reserve,17,85,Lontué Valley,,,Valdivieso 2000 Single Vineyard Reserve Malbec (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2000-single-vineyard-reserve-malbec-lontue-valley/,Malbec,2000,Valdivieso
,Red,US,"From up in the Chalone highlands, this is a fruity wine, filled up upfront flavors of cherries, raspberries, cola and spices. The structure is simple, with silky tannins and decent acids supporting the flavors without establishing any great depth or complexities.",Michaud Vineyard,50,85,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2001 Michaud Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2001-michaud-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2001,Testarossa
,Red,US,"A curious wine. On the plus side is a tantalizingly tasty flavor, like fully-ripened raspberries and cherries crushed into a delicious nectar, then sprinkled with honey and white pepper. A good overlay of toasty oak adds richness. Yet there's a syrupy sweetness, like cough medicine, that detracts.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Longoria 2001 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2001-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Longoria
12.5,White,Italy,"Atypically gold in color, this also smells atypically ripe, of red apples and strawberries. Flavors are of baked Golden Delicious, complete with a dusting of cinnamon. Low acid makes it plump, and it finishes short.",,16,85,,Friuli Aquileia,,Merk 2001 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merk-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Merk
,White,Italy,"A single-vineyard Sauvignon from high-density vineyards in eastern Friuli. The wine has some wood aging, which shows through the crisp, fresh fruit, green fruit and hazelnut flavors.",Ronc di Juri,35,85,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Girolamo Dorigo 2001 Ronc di Juri Sauvignon Blanc (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girolamo-dorigo-2001-ronc-juri-sauvignon-blanc-colli-piacentini/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Girolamo Dorigo
13,Red,Chile,"The nose is all black fruit and some cinnamon spice. Next up is a palate of cassis, plum and cherry, while the finish is round and buttery. Taken as a whole the wine is fairly focused, with an easygoing character and nothing too out of whack.",,8,85,Rapel Valley,,,Casa Julia 2002 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2002-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2002,Casa Julia
13.5,Red,Chile,"There is some green bean and ashtray aromas on the nose, but also some maple-like wood. The palate is also slightly green at its center, but surrounding that is a fair amount of plum and cranberry. The finish is smooth, properly textured and tannic enough to create a dry, cheek-gripping feel. There's definitely some character here.",Reserve,11,85,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 2001 Reserve Carmenère (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2001-reserve-carmenere-rio-claro/,Carmenère,2001,Aresti
13.8,Red,US,"Creamy and supple in feel, with strawberry, dried cherry and cola notes, this shows handsome smoke and leather accents. But a strong herbaceous note (to some tasters it was even vegetal) shows a little at first, and expands with time. Closes lean, tart and green.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kenwood
13.8,Red,US,"From coastal counties between Mendocino and Santa Barbara, a nice, supple wine that has plenty of Pinot character. Don't expect depth or ageability, but this black raspberry-flavored wine has soft, silky tannins and a spicy finish.",Vintner's Reserve,14,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2001 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2001-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Kendall-Jackson
12.5,Rose,US,"This rosé boasts slightly meaty aromas, plus a healthy dose of limes and berries. Feels big in the mouth and slightly soft, so maybe it's not totally dry, or maybe it's just an oversized rosé with relatively low acidity. Either way, it'll go down just fine this summer.",Lot 57 - Limited Edition,9,85,California,California Other,California,Joliesse 2002 Lot 57 - Limited Edition Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joliesse-2002-lot-57-limited-edition-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2002,Joliesse
,White,Italy,"This inexpensive, delicious fresh wine has good depth of concentration and long, vanilla flavors.",,9,85,,Delle Venezie,,Kris 2002 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kris-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Kris
14.5,Red,US,"Tastes strong and distinctive, with well-etched white pepper, black raspberry, tobacco and herb flavors. This earthy wine feels silky smooth on the palate, with crisp acids, but is a little one-dimensional for the price.",,30,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wedell Cellars 2000 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Wedell Cellars
13.1,Red,US,"Lean and earthy, marked by tobacco and white pepper, tomato and dill aromas and flavors. In the mouth, it's very dry, with easy tannins. There's some tart cherry fruit that shows up in the mid-palate, and the finish turns slightly bitter.",,19,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Charles Krug 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Charles Krug
,White,Italy,"A 50-50 blend of Pinot Grigio and Sauvignon Blanc that's crisp and ripe, and offers a touch of spice. A lovely, fresh, green wine.",Due Uve,13,85,,Delle Venezie,,Bertani 2002 Due Uve White (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2002-due-uve-white-delle-venezie/,White Blend,2002,Bertani
13.45,Red,US,"Here's a Pinot with some varietal character, namely silky tannins, soft acids, and flavors of cherries and cola. Goes the extra mile with some additional depth of flavor and pretty oak, but it's awfully hard to get a good Pinot at this price.",Coastal,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2001 Coastal Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2001-coastal-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Fruity and simple, a mélange of thorn bush berry and tree fruit flavors encased in silky tannins and adequate acids. A good candidate for a tutorial on Pinot Noir.",,26,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2001 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2001-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2001,Saintsbury
,White,Italy,"Simple, attractive crisp wine, with a pleasant depth of flavor. It has fresh fruit, a light toast touch and soft acidity.",,10,85,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2002 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Tenuta Cà Bolani
,Red,US,"It's Pinot-esque in the cherry and raspberry flavors and light, silky tannins, which make for easy drinking. Crisp acidity boosts the flavors and adds zest and life. Certainly a simple wine of little depth, but will suffice for an inexpensive Pinot Noir.",Private Selection,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2001 Private Selection Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2001-private-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,Robert Mondavi
,Red,Chile,"Pungent, with grapefruit and grassy aromas that are true to the variety. The palate is fresh, the flavors good and fruity. There's mango and tangerine, and also some garden-fresh asparagus in the mix. The finish, too, is perfectly fresh; it's there one moment and gone the next.",,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2002-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Viña Casas del Bosque
13,Red,Chile,"A no-frills mass-appeal wine with a pretty color, ripe aromatics and a hint of oak. The palate is solid and full-flavored, while the finish is smooth and easy. Ripe, clean and round.",,8,85,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Valdivieso
13.5,White,Chile,"Lean and fresh, with pure apple and oak aromas. The palate runs a little sweet, but melon and pineapple flavors ride popping acidity and thus it never seem heavy or overripe. Like many current-release whites from Chile, this one delivers verve and ample fruit.",Reserva,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2001 Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2001-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Undurraga
12,White,Italy,"Flavors of ripe peaches and fresh, clean fruit make for an immediately attractive wine. It is balanced with a layer of acidity and vibrant white currants.",Sortesele,13,85,,Trentino,,Santi 2002 Sortesele Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-2002-sortesele-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Santi
12,White,Italy,"Fairly simple on the nose, but solid, with ripe pears leading the way. The flavors pick up some interesting graphite notes, extending through the minerally finish. Surprisingly full-bodied.",,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Ecco Domani 2002 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Ecco Domani
,White,US,"Crystal Valley is a Cosentino brand, and this single-vineyard wine is fruity and tasty, with the rich, honeyed texture of a fully ripe wine. Has a kiss of oak and a nice, long, citrusy finish.",Mohr-Fry Vineyards,14,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Crystal Valley Cellars 2001 Mohr-Fry Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2001-mohr-fry-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-lodi/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Crystal Valley Cellars
13,White,Italy,"Exotic and enticing at first, with penetrating lime, muskmelon and floral aromas. Flavors of melon and tropical fruit are simpler. A good bet for outdoor dining, thanks to its standout nose.",Vigneto S. Antonio,14,85,Veneto,Piave,,Tenuta Setten 2001 Vigneto S. Antonio Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-setten-2001-vigneto-s-antonio-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Tenuta Setten
13.5,Red,Chile,"A bit spicy and murky at first, but with airing some cranberry and pepper notes come up strong. The fruit flavor falls squarely into the cherry category, yet it's sweet and a bit simple. Roundness and a nice body work in the wine's favor; overall it's fairly chewy and substantive.",Santa Digna,13,85,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2002 Santa Digna Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2002-santa-digna-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Miguel Torres
,White,Italy,"A rich, complex style, with good concentration. There is some spice, along with citrus acidity and softness. It is immediately attractive, but also has pretensions to a more serious depth of flavor.",Millesimato,,85,,Trentino,,Mezzacorona 2001 Millesimato Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-2001-millesimato-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Mezzacorona
13.5,Red,Chile,"Despite not being overly dense or powerful, the nose features ample berry aromas and a hint of herbal essence. The mouth delivers plum, cherry and berry fruit and then it goes spicy and oaky on the drying finish. Though not big and fat, there's substance and plenty of taste here.",Grand Reserve Vitisterra,13,85,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Grand Reserve Vitisterra Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-grand-reserve-vitisterra-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2001,Morandé
12.5,White,Italy,"Smells lemony, making you brace for a lean mouthful of tart fruit. But the flavors are riper, offering pear as well as citrus, and the finish actually ends up slightly soft.",,13,85,,Friuli Grave,,Plozner 2001 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plozner-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Plozner
14,Red,Chile,"Bright violet in color and well extracted, but also vegetal. You'd think from the hue and vintage that it would be seamlessly ripe, but it seems green at the core. Thus while it delivers texture, rich plum fruit and tannic structure, there's a gap in  clarity of fruit flavor.",Reserve,12,85,Rapel Valley,,,Cono Sur 2001 Reserve Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cono-sur-2001-reserve-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2001,Cono Sur
13.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe and ready, with powerful dark fruit. This is a fine “starter” Cab from Chile and Concha y Toro, one that will impress novices and satisfy the high-end drinker as well. The palate is slightly sugary, but the black fruit is ripe and tasty. And the tannins are there, as they should be, although they're not overwhelming. Best Buy.",Xplorador,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Xplorador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-xplorador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Concha y Toro
13,Red,Chile,"Full and meaty, with plenty of mainstream black fruit. There is a good amount of plum and cherry aromas and flavors, and a ripe, satisfying finish. With good acidity and fresh flavors, it can please the masses.",Estate Bottled,9,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2000 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2000-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Santa Ema
13.1,Red,Chile,"At first the nose is scattered, offering iodine and Italian herbs but little fruit. In the mouth, blackberries appear. The finish is a bit like coffee. This wine has some character and appeal but also some fading characteristics. Maybe this 1998, never a great year, is just too old.",Catalina,28,85,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Ema 1998 Catalina Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1998-catalina-red-rapel-valley/,Red Blend,1998,Santa Ema
13,White,Italy,"This lightweight Chardonnay is fresh and flavorful, featuring sweet nuances of nectarine balanced by tart limes on the finish. The aromas suggest a bigger, richer wine than the palate delivers, but overall the wine is balanced and refreshing, a nice change from heavily oaked Chardonnay.",,27,85,,Venezia Giulia,,Jermann 2001 Chardonnay (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2001-chardonnay-venezia-giulia/,Chardonnay,2001,Jermann
13,Red,Chile,"At first this wine is a touch skunky and strange, but they say time heals all wounds, and such is the case here. As it unfolds in the glass the wine offers sweet berry fruit and some wood notes. The finish is a little like beets and spice, but in that there's intrigue and appeal. Good tannins and acids ensure a proper mouthfeel.",Jardin,9,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Guelbenzu 2002 Jardin Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-2002-jardin-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2002,Guelbenzu
,White,Italy,"This is an elegant, smooth wine with fresh clean fruit aromas. It has crispness, concentration and just a hint of spice.",,12,85,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Elena Walch
13.5,White,Italy,"Buttery and richly oaked, with some apple and pear flavors underneath, this wine is okay—if you're okay with oaky wines. Finishes with a torrent of vanilla flavors.",,17,85,Veneto,Colli di Conegliano,,Astoria 2000 White (Colli di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2000-white-colli-conegliano/,White Blend,2000,Astoria
13.3,Red,Chile,"Cranberry and raspberry comprise the red-fruit nose, and next is the aroma of horse hide and a heavy dose of oak. The fruity palate is all about plum and cassis, and on the finish everything is in place and the texture is firm.",,7,85,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 2001 Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2001-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Carmen
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is mildly pickled, most likely a result of American oak barrels, but overall the wine is pretty and easygoing. The flavors of sugar beet and plum skin are good, and the tannic body ensures that it's not a lightweight eager to be knocked out in the early rounds. Best Buy.",Montemar,8,85,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2001 Montemar Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2001-montemar-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Aresti
12.5,White,Italy,"A light, lemony, refreshing quaff. Zippy, citrusy and clean, with a tart, malic finish, this is made to whet your summertime appetite.",,12,85,,Delle Venezie,,Campanile 2002 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campanile-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Campanile
,White,Italy,"This solid Sauvignon is lean and focused, yet manages to show some ripe melon (specifically cantaloupe) flavors to go with its core of tart limes.",L'Aristocratico,15,85,,Trentino,,Ca' Montini 2001 L'Aristocratico Sauvignon Blanc (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-montini-2001-laristocratico-sauvignon-blanc-trentino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Ca' Montini
,White,US,"Fans of this wine will not be disappointed. It has the usual intensely grassy, citrusy flavors, and if anything, they're even richer, with a honeyed finish. Once again, very dry and penetrating, with stark acids.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2002-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Canyon Road
,White,US,"Aggressively grassy and tart, with strong flavors of green pea, grapefruit and juniper. If this is your style, you'll like its ultradry, crisp cleanliness and zesty mouthfeel.",Private Reserve Style,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2001 Private Reserve Style Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2001-private-reserve-style-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Grgich Hills
,White,US,"Fruit's a bit thin, tending to tart green apples, grapefruit and lime, and oak plays a leading role, lending notes of smoke and vanilla and a creamy texture. Very well structured. You find yourself wishing there was more depth of flavor.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2002 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2002-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2002,Ferrari-Carano
13,White,Chile,"Nectarine aromas along with a touch of mint kick it off. The second act is an apple and pear palate with a bit of licorice and an undercurrent of mineral. The palate remains solid and fruity, and the wine seems fresh and healthy despite being a few years old.",,8,85,Curicó Valley,,,Millaman 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2000-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Millaman
,Red,Italy,"Honey and a slight almond note at first, evolving in the glass to show more pear and citrus flavors. Medium-weight, and finishes with a slight chalkiness.",,10,85,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Piccini 2002  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2002-sangiovese-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Sangiovese,2002,Piccini
14,White,Chile,"Aromas of pineapple, lemon and stone fruits lead into a palate that is ripe and round, with apple butter and pear flavors. The finish is dry and fairly simple, with banana-like richness and tropical fruit notes, but also some late bitterness. Just two things hold it back: The texture is a bit flat, and the acidity could use a jolt.",Los Vascos,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2002 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2002-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
13.5,Red,Chile,"There's plenty of oak to this solid, peppery Merlot that's also a touch green. The cassis and cherry fruit that drives the palate is healthy and sturdy, while the finish features some tight-grained oak and firm enough tannins. Maybe too much oak given the fruit quality.",,10,85,Rapel Valley,,,Dallas Conté 2000 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-2000-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Dallas Conté
13,Red,Chile,"The aromas are a touch prickly and sharp, and there's some heavy oak on the nose. But in the mouth it's more harmonious, with sweet fruit and more than enough barrel spice. The finish is simple and clean, so it fades away nicely. The only problem is a lasting salty, wood-dominated essence.",Reserva 1865,20,85,Maipo Valley,,,San Pedro 2000 Reserva 1865 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2000-reserva-1865-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,San Pedro
13.7,Red,US,"Not bad with its liltingly soft tannins and brisk acidity, but Santa Barbara's weakness in cool years, tomato flavors, dominate, along with cranberry. It's dry, with high acids. The lean fruit leads to a tart, acidic finish.",,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Rusack
13.5,White,Chile,"Its sharp grassy and gooseberry aromas are the type normally associated with Sauvignon Blanc. On the palate, grapefruit and passion fruit flavors further drive home that impression, but it's labeled Chardonnay, and that's what it is. The acidity is nice so the mouthfeel is fresh.",Reserva,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"A three-county blend of cool coastal climate Pinots. Shows pretty flavors of cherries and raspberries and peppery spices, in a light, silky package with firm acidity.",Palazzio,32,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Testarossa 2001 Palazzio Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2001-palazzio-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2001,Testarossa
13,Red,Chile,"Spicy, earthy aromas are warm and fairly deep, while a snappy, acidic palate of berry fruit supported buy buttery oak does the trick. The finish is substantive and only mildly tannic, while the overall personality is fresh and clean.",Estate Bottled Reserve,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2001 Estate Bottled Reserve Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2001-estate-bottled-reserve-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Santa Alicia
13,White,Chile,"Fresh and forward, with aromas of pine, lemon and pear. The mouth is rather lush, but hardly fat. There's clean flavors of pineapple and banana, and then comes a sharp, tangy finish. This is proof that Chile can produce good Sauvignon Blanc for immediate consumption. –M.S.",San Andrés,,85,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 San Andrés Sauvignon Blanc (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-andres-sauvignon-blanc-lontue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,San Pedro
14,White,Chile,"Clean pear fruit on the nose and refreshing throughout. This wine works because it's straightforward and lightly oaked. The apple, melon and mineral flavors stand out, and the round body and solid finish carry it home.",,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2002 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2002-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Viña Casas del Bosque
13,Red,Portugal,"This is in transtion. When young, it was impressive for its rich fruit and texture, but now it's showing hints of green bean on the nose and a lener, more compact profile. Give it another few years to see if it turns around.",Duas Quintas Reserva,34,85,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 1997 Duas Quintas Reserva Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-1997-duas-quintas-reserva-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,1997,Ramos-Pinto
,Red,Italy,"Although woody on the nose, there's also an attractive floral note and fresh, snappy flavors of black cherries. Finishes tart and lemony—built to accompany red sauce.",Riserva,10,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piccini 2000 Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2000-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2000,Piccini
13.5,Red,Chile,"Saturated in color and quite big, with penetrating aromas that scream of youth and exuberance. There's sun-drenched ripe-berry flavors and some big tannins that result in a grippy mouthfeel and ultimately a starched palate. Drink with cheeseburgers, London broil and the like. Best Buy.",,7,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,La Palma 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,La Palma
14.3,White,US,"Quite austere, with citrusy, appley, minerally flavors and tart acids. This is not your usual fruit monster, although oak and lees do their best to add nuance and complexity. A good wine that is versatile at the table.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,La Crema
13.5,Red,Chile,"An initial aromatic check reveals some cheesy, funky smells, but they blow off to reveal a solid, everyday red wine. The palate is surprisingly rich, and it tastes of boysenberry fruit. The finish has some zip and length to it, and also some overt oaky flavor. Sure, it's thin and easy by big-wine standards, but within its class of value-priced reds it's sturdy and satisfying.",Reserve,11,85,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rio-claro/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Aresti
13.5,White,Chile,"Heavily oaked, with aromas of popcorn and sawdust. The palate is a touch resiny, but underneath the oak veneer you'll find some ripe apple flavors. The creamy, long finish leaves a somewhat thick and bulky impression, but there's enough vital acidity to save it.",Concepcion Gran Reserva,19,85,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 1999 Concepcion Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-1999-concepcion-gran-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Francisco Gillmore
14.5,Red,US,"Fruity, silky and simple, with jammy flavors of raspberries and red cherries, tobacco and spice. Feels light and pleasant in the mouth, but could use more stuffing.",,32,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Danica 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-danica-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Danica
12.5,White,Italy,"Rather simple, blending ripe pear and citrus, but offers a full-bodied mouthful of clean fruit character.",,10,85,,Trentino,,Concilio 2001 Chardonnay (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-2001-chardonnay-trentino/,Chardonnay,2001,Concilio
13.5,Red,Chile,"Potent aromas of red fruit, rubber and lemony oak kick things off, followed by a very typical mix of cherry and berry flavors. The finish is properly tannic and round, with an acid-driven freshness that secures the mouthfeel. This has more red than dark fruit, but it's still a perfectly quaffable Cabernet.",,10,85,Rapel Valley,,,Dallas Conté 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Dallas Conté
13.5,White,Chile,"At first, the bouquet seems dense and tinged with a mild lactic note, but that moves on rather quickly. The flavor profile of banana, pear and apple is perfectly fine, while the finish is a bit lean.",Reserva - Estate Bottled,10,85,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2001 Reserva - Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2001-reserva-estate-bottled-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Casa Rivas
13,White,Chile,"Initial aromas of vanilla and cream turn a bit sour upon deeper inspection. The citrusy palate is tart and sharp, and by no means is this a soft wine. Just the opposite: It's rather short and zingy. Best Buy.",Classic,7,85,Central Valley,,,Carmen 2002 Classic Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2002-classic-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Carmen
13.4,White,Chile,"Pear and apple aromas receive a kick from some creamy, vanilla-tinged oak. The palate is mostly tangerine and lime, with some rich baked-apple undertones. The lengthy finish is solid, as is the mouthfeel. Best Buy.",Classic,8,85,Central Valley,,,Carmen 2002 Classic Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2002-classic-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Carmen
14,White,Italy,"Upon pouring, there's a slight haze of CO2 visible in the glass—but that's a good thing in this case, because the unreleased fermentation gasses help enliven the otherwise fat mouthfeel. With aromas of pears and fresh parsley and flavors of pears and pineapple, it's pretty standard stuff, but executed well.",,22,86,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 2001 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Villa Russiz
13.7,White,Chile,"The aromas of apricot, flowers and beeswax are like a welcome mat. The mouth is full and properly acidic; flavors of honey, ripe white fruits and some mustard seed make for a wine that's got a lot of power working for it. Best Buy.",Estate Bottled,8,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2002 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2002-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Santa Ema
,White,Italy,"Fresh, crisp, lightly grassy flavors make this wine instantly refreshing. There are touches of apricots and green plums, and a center which is ripe and full.",Piere,29,86,,Friuli Isonzo,,Vie di Romans 2001 Piere Sauvignon Blanc (Friuli Isonzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vie-romans-2001-piere-sauvignon-blanc-friuli-isonzo/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Vie di Romans
12.5,White,Italy,"A pungent Tocai, full of passionfruit and grapefruit aromas reminiscent of Sauvignon Blanc. The grassy and herbal flavors are similarly evocative. Best Buy.",,10,86,,Friuli Grave,,Plozner 2001 Tocai (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plozner-2001-italian-white-tocai-friuli-grave/,Tocai,2001,Plozner
12.7,Red,Chile,"Surprisingly fresh and vital despite having a few years under its belt. Here's a round SB with a sweet nose of pear, vanilla and butter. The palate is forward and almondy sweet, with a hint of banana peeking in there. And the finish is round and soft. This wine is at its peak now.",La Isla Vineyard,14,86,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2000 La Isla Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-2000-isla-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Viña Tarapacá
13,Red,Chile,"This baby starts out like any child; it's awkward and clumsy. But it's also nicely extracted and chewy, with ripe plum fruit, hints of licorice and a culminating toasty, slightly burnt note. The finish is tight and beefy, with good tannins, while overall it's enjoyable to drink even if it doesn't pretend to be highly sophisticated.",,7,86,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2002 Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2002-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2002,Morandé
13,White,Italy,"In general, we love Felluga's wines. So why the modest score on the winery's top white? One simple word: oak. With this wine's buttery, oaky aromas and flavors of peach, cinnamon and brown sugar, it could pass for a decent Chardonnay. But this blend of Tocai Friulano, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon Blanc from a great producer should do so much more.",Terre Alte - Rosazzo Bianco,41,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 2000 Terre Alte - Rosazzo Bianco White (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2000-terre-alte-rosazzo-bianco-white-colli-orientali-friuli/,White Blend,2000,Livio Felluga
13.5,Red,Chile,"Spicy and woody, with a pungency on the nose. The round palate is full of red-berry fruit and a fair amount of supporting oak. That wood is confirmed on the finish, where things turn a bit buttery and rich. Fortunately some lively tannins and cleansing acids keep things from getting bogged down. A good everyday Cab. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,86,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2001 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Montes
12.5,White,Italy,"Clean, crisp and fresh, which is enough to satisfy most Pinot Grigio drinkers. This one blends Asian pear with hints of green herbs and lemon to make a refreshing summertime quaff.",,14,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Foffani 2000 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foffani-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Foffani
13,Red,Chile,"This is a clean, lightweight wine with gripping yet silky tannins. The nose of hickory smoke is wrapped in loam, which repeats on the palate with smoky cherry and fresh green herbs. On the finish, the semisweet herbal quality is a treat.",Concepcion Reserva,11,86,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 1998 Concepcion Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-1998-concepcion-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Francisco Gillmore
,White,Italy,"This unoaked Chardonnay has ripe, creamy fruit, along with acidity that seems typical of the 2002 vintage. Elegant and lively, with nice crispness.",Castel Ringberg,18,86,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 2002 Castel Ringberg Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-2002-castel-ringberg-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2002,Elena Walch
,White,US,A straightforward wine that goes the extra mile to achieve richness and finesse. The citrusy flavors are expressive and intense. One of the best Sauvignon Blanc values you'll find.,,11,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Catacula 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catacula-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Catacula
,White,US,"A lovely and delicate wine, absolutely refreshing, and a versatile companion at the table. Quite dry and racy, with tingly acids and an array of flavors ranging from citrus fruits to apricots and all kinds of dusty brown Oriental spices. Perfect with everything from roasted chicken to a pear and blue cheese salad.",Saralee's Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2002 Saralee's Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2002-saralees-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2002,Arrowood
13.8,Red,US,"A charming wine with lots of Pinot character. Flavors range from cherries and berries to rose, tobacco, coffee and peppery spice. A little on the thin side, it's very light and soft in the mouth, and is not built for age. But it's fun and enjoyable now.",Reserve Olivet,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2000 Reserve Olivet Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-reserve-olivet-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kenwood
13.5,White,Italy,"Toasty, buttery and spicy, this blend's aromas and flavors are heavily influenced by barrique. So if you are oak-averse, be warned. The lavish wood is adequately supported by a wine that has good weight and density but doesn't contribute much additional flavor.",Capo Martino in Ruttaris,48,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Jermann 2000 Capo Martino in Ruttaris White (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2000-capo-martino-in-ruttaris-white-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,2000,Jermann
,White,Italy,"A 100% single-vineyard Garganega from the home vineyards of Zonin, this has ripe, soft almond-flavored fruit with touches of vanilla and citrus.",Podere il Giangio,,86,Veneto,Gambellara Classico,,Zonin 2002 Podere il Giangio  (Gambellara Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2002-podere-il-giangio-italian-white-garganega-gambellara-classico/,Garganega,2002,Zonin
,White,Italy,"This wine from the shores of Lake Garda has fresh, attractively crisp fruit, and a touch of acidity over some broad, food-friendly fruit.",San Benedetto,,86,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2002 San Benedetto  (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2002-san-benedetto-white-lugana/,White Blend,2002,Zenato
13,White,Chile,"Here's a good example of a value Chardonnay. It's clean and fruity, with spicy apple flavors, a focused and lengthy finish, and proper acidity. The whole is better than its parts.",,6,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Walnut Crest 2001 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walnut-crest-2001-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Walnut Crest
,White,Chile,"The old-vine name is French, as are the estate owners, and the wine itself is pretty good despite being a bit thick, chewy and aimless. The nose is full but nondescript, while apple and oak-driven flavors define the palate. The finish is textured and woody. Mouthfeel is its primary attribute while interesting or unusual tastes prove elusive.",Vielles Vignes,16,86,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 2001 Vielles Vignes Chardonnay (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-2001-vielles-vignes-chardonnay-requinoa/,Chardonnay,2001,Château Los Boldos
,White,Italy,"A full-bodied, rounded wine with some good crisp acidity to balance. It has flavors of pears and some spice, leaving an attractive fresh feel in the mouth.",,13,86,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Tramin 2002 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tramin-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Cantina Tramin
,Red,Italy,Piccini's nod to the '90s (the other wines are fairly traditional) is this internationally styled “mini Tuscan” that blends ripe plum fruit with the chocolate and vanilla flavors imparted by oak.,Patriale,10,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Piccini 1999 Patriale Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-1999-patriale-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Piccini
13.5,Red,Chile,"Mint and licorice aromas combine to give a medicinal impression that fortunately is not confirmed on the palate. In the mouth, it's ripe and mostly fresh, with flavors of plum, cassis and blackberry. The finish is round and smooth, with more mint. Solid and racy if not overly stylish.",Vitisterra Grand Reserve,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Vitisterra Grand Reserve Syrah (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-vitisterra-grand-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maipo-valley/,Syrah,2001,Morandé
,White,Italy,"A soft, creamy wine, with crispness on the palate. It is ripe and clean with a touch of vanilla and appley acidity.",,,86,,Alto Adige,,J. Hofstatter 2002 Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-hofstatter-2002-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,2002,J. Hofstatter
,Red,US,"Simple and jammy, although tasty enough, with lip-smacking, candied flavors of cherries, raspberries and spicy mocha. Feels light and silky in the mouth, with gentle acids and tannins.",,38,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Lost Canyon 2001 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-canyon-2001-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2001,Lost Canyon
,Red,US,"Certainly denser and richer than the regular bottling. Still, it is not a lot to get excited about. Berry-cherry flavors are well-oaked and framed in silky tannins. Feels easy and slippery in the mouth, but lacks the depth you want, especially at this price.",Reserve,50,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Saintsbury
13.6,White,US,"Aromas of fresh green straw and citrus set the stage for a mouth full of grass and citrus, which may sound strange, but it's what we found. The finish is tangy and hard-edged, but a touch of sweetness saves it from a worse fate and actually brings the wine to a good finish. About 40% of the cuvée was barrel fermented, which gives it a softer feel than it might otherwise have.",Cohen Vineyard,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 2000 Cohen Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2000-cohen-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Sebastiani
,Red,Chile,"The bouquet is closed, with only a touch of prune, plum and cranberry aromas emerging. On the palate is raspberry fruit, a hint of veggies and some tight tannins. The finish is lean, and here those tannins assert themselves again in a way that's more than the fruit calls for. Still, it's pretty solid Cab. Best Buy.",,8,86,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Julia 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Casa Julia
,Red,US,"Minty and leafy, with fading fruit. The wine is still firm, the finish a bit sharp, but this wine isn't going to get any better than it is now.",Cherryblock,170,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1986 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1986-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1986,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"Mature and smooth, showing brown sugar and caramel sweetness alongside tobacco and soy. Drink now.",Cherryblock,170,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1985 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1985-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1985,Sebastiani
13.5,White,Chile,"The nose is fruity, with hints of vanilla bean. In the mouth, peach and lemon flavors carry a note of cinnamon spice, although the finish veers toward asparagus and green beans. Acidity and balance; are both on the money. Best Buy.",Casillero del Diablo,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Casillero del Diablo Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-casillero-diablo-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Concha y Toro
12,White,Italy,"Smells of honey and lychee fruit, but without the bold exuberance of Gewürztraminer. Pear flavors the midpalate, then turns citrusy on the finish.",Maso Roncador,14,86,,Trentino,,La Vis 2000 Maso Roncador Müller-Thurgau (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vis-2000-maso-roncador-other-white-muller-thurgau-trentino/,Müller-Thurgau,2000,La Vis
13.5,Red,Chile,"Very forward and young, with an overt, grapey style. This wine doesn't walk lightly, as it starts out more positive than it finishes. The plum, cassis and berry fruit is really ripe and active, but there's also some aggressive acidity that makes it more tangy and sharp than ideal.",Estate Bottled,10,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,La Palma 2002 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2002-estate-bottled-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,La Palma
14.5,Red,US,"A deep sniff delivers leather, ripe black cherry, marzipan and some smokiness, but the palate isn't congruent. It's candied, a bit burnt, and it tastes just a tad too much like cherry cough syrup. The texture is fine and the flavors solid, but it falls short in the areas of layering and elegance. It's too one-dimensional and not multifaceted. –M.S.",Shea Vineyard,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2000 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2000-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Raptor Ridge
,White,US,"A very clean, tasty wine, with pronounced flavors of grass, citrus fruits, sweet figs and peppery spices. Has a ripely honeyed edge, but a crisp streak of acidity keeps it fresh and balanced.",,11,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Wildhurst 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-2001-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Wildhurst
13.8,Red,US,"Marginally riper and plusher than Rusack's other two Pinots, but not by a lot. This is still a lean, earthy wine, short on flavor and long on acidity and tannins. Sift through the herbal, bay leaf and sage tastes and you'll find a note of cherry. Aging may help.",Reserve,32,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Rusack 2001 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2001-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2001,Rusack
,Red,Italy,,Riserva,25,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 1999 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-1999-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Valiano
13.5,Red,Chile,"Mature already, with aromatic notes of berry, lemony oak and root beer. The flavor profile is at first medicinal, but it opens to reveal cherry, chocolate and cassis. The chewy finish is aggressive and forward, and all told the wine is round if a bit candied.",Founder's Collection,25,86,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 1999 Founder's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1999-founders-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Undurraga
,White,US,"Explosively fruity, with big, bold flavors of peaches, pears, apples, tropical fruits, you name it. Drinks firmly dry, although oak brings a wood-sap sweetness. Lees aging was significant and adds a sour cream note. A blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc.",Artist Collection White Burgundy,25,86,California,California Other,California,Imagery 2000 Artist Collection White Burgundy White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-2000-artist-collection-white-burgundy-other/,White Blend,2000,Imagery
13,Red,Chile,"The nose is slightly creamy due to overt oak, and it's also somewhat disjointed, what with both bold berry fruit and a strong whiff of wet dog. In the mouth, things quickly turn grapey, and then that overt fruitiness morphs into cherry and espresso. Meanwhile, bursting acidity throughout keeps it lively and fresh. Best Buy.",Reserve Terrarum,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2002 Reserve Terrarum Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2002-reserve-terrarum-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Morandé
13,White,Chile,"A mild aromatic note of corn goes alongside basic pineapple, pear and green apple on the nose. The flavors of melon, apple and pear are standard and delivered in conformed, pedestrian style. And the finish has some girth and substance. Very ordinary but successful in achieving its assumed mass-appeal goals. –M.S.",,9,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Calama 2002 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calama-2002-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Calama
,White,US,"Thin going here, with citrusy flavors and big, fresh Monterey acids. Seems to have some oak in it. Finishes dry and tart.",Estates,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Raymond 2001 Estates Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2001-estates-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2001,Raymond
,Red,US,"Tastes hot and strong, a heavy wine with earthy, tobacco flavors softened with a hint of briary berry. Totally dry, with an astringent finish.",Ultra Violet,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Casa de Caballos 2000 Ultra Violet Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-caballos-2000-ultra-violet-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2000,Casa de Caballos
13.5,White,Australia,,,25,83,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Tatachilla 2000 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,Tatachilla
12,White,US,,Vintner's Select,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2001 Vintner's Select Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2001-vintners-select-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Glenora
13.5,White,Australia,,,23,83,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Devil's Lair 2001 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devils-lair-2001-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2001,Devil's Lair
13,White,Australia,"Yellow fruit dominates the palate, which also has an unusual powdery mouthfeel. The yellow fruit on the finish is a little dilute. Nose is smoky, almost barbecuey, with a petrol note.",,,83,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Antipodean 1999 Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antipodean-1999-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Antipodean
13.6,White,US,"Bright gold in color, with creamy custard and caramel aromas. The palate is soft, with banana, baked apple and corn-like flavors, while the finish is heavy and rather mute. Very thick and heavy given the level of balance, acidity and fruit pedigree.",Estate Vineyard,22,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
12.5,White,Australia,,,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Gullin Landscape 2000 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gullin-landscape-2000-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Gullin Landscape
,Red,US,"Rough and awkward, with some cherry flavors and greener ones of stems and herbs. Drinks dry and fairly tannic. Perfectly acceptable as an inexpensive chugger.",,14,83,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Hawk Crest
11,White,US,,Dry,9,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Prejean 2001 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prejean-2001-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Prejean
14.5,Red,US,"Green and earthy in the nose, with more vegetal aromas than fruity ones. The palate is tangy and also vegetal, while full tannins and some bitterness dominate the finish. Parts of this wine seem to be in shape while others are not. As a whole, it lacks ripeness and overt appeal.",Murto Vineyard,24,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Raptor Ridge 2000 Murto Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raptor-ridge-2000-murto-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Raptor Ridge
12,White,US,,Semi Dry,13,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2001 Semi Dry Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2001-semi-dry-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Dr. Konstantin Frank
12.6,White,US,,Semi-Dry Spring Riesling,13,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sheldrake Point 2001 Semi-Dry Spring Riesling Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sheldrake-point-2001-semi-dry-spring-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Sheldrake Point
13.7,White,Australia,,,9,83,Victoria,Victoria,,Shadowfax Wines 2001 Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadowfax-wines-2001-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2001,Shadowfax Wines
13,White,US,,Adria Vineyard - Dry Riesling,19,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2001 Adria Vineyard - Dry Riesling Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2001-adria-vineyard-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2001,Lemelson
12.5,Dessert,New Zealand,"Piny and minty, which combine to give the pineapple fruit a decidedly medicinal edge. It's lightly sweet, balanced by healthy acidity, so might work well with herb-scented desserts, like lavender sorbet.",Falcon Vineyard - Late Harvest,17,83,Marlborough,,,Lake Chalice 2001 Falcon Vineyard - Late Harvest Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chalice-2001-falcon-vineyard-late-harvest-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Lake Chalice
12.3,Red,US,"Spicy and green at first, with an aromatic resemblance to salsa and bell peppers. In the mouth, that bell pepper character never goes away, but with time it becomes more subdued as powerful berry fruit and chocolate come on strong. The finish, however, is hard as nails, courtesy of fierce tannins, thus an affinity for tannin is required to get much from this unusual wine.",Mescolare - lot 12,19,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland NV Mescolare - lot 12 Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-nv-mescolare-lot-12-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,,Weisinger's of Ashland
,Red,US,"Stumbles where Santa Barbara Cabs have historically fallen, with green, unripe flavors and tannins and a dry, bitter finish. This wine was not helped by the cool vintage.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Firestone
11,White,US,,Late Harvest,15,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hunt Country Vineyards 2001 Late Harvest Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-country-2001-late-harvest-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2001,Hunt Country Vineyards
13,White,US,"This fruitywine has crisp acids and a pretty overlay of toasty oak. Drinks rich in apple, citrus and pear flavors, with a creamy texture, and is dry.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2001 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Lake Sonoma
14.5,Red,Chile,"Pungent aromas of lemony oak, peanuts and maple are the opening act. The next act is a big, sweet palate with monster extraction and the flavors of brandied black cherries. For some it might be too sweet, especially when the acidity kicks in to create a juicy palate feel not unlike fruit juice.",Reserve,15,85,Rapel Valley,,,Dallas Conté 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-1999-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Dallas Conté
,Red,Mexico,"A surprisingly light, crisp Zinfandel, with tomato and herb aromas and flavors only partially offset by berries. But it finishes with Zin's trademark pepperiness.",,8,83,Valle de Guadalupe,,,L.A. Cetto 2001 Zinfandel (Valle de Guadalupe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cetto-2001-zinfandel-valle-guadalupe/,Zinfandel,2001,L.A. Cetto
14.6,Red,US,"Not badly made, just thin and wanting in flavor. The yield on these Solano and Napa county vines must have been enormous. The mouth sensation is of heat and acidity, with a bit of green strawberry thrown in for good measure.",,16,82,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2001 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2001-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Crystal Valley Cellars
12.5,White,Chile,"Vanilla and pear aromas begin this soft-bodied wine that is mouthfilling and easy, but not overly exciting. The flavors of orange and pineapple are close to the real thing, and the finish is smooth and easy. A mellow white wine at its best. Best Buy.",Reserve,6,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Santa Alicia
13.5,Red,Chile,"The cherry and cinnamon aromas are true and inviting, and they stand up to the oak that's been thrown at this Pinot. The flavor profile deals raspberry and cherry amid oaky shadings. The finish is toasty and warm, with some coffee popping up late in the game. Fresh, fruity and true.",Reserve,16,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2001 Reserve Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2001-reserve-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Viña Casas del Bosque
11.5,Red,Chile,"This kosher offering is light and leafy, with strong notes of vegetables and tomatoes. The raspberry and cherry flavors are thin.",Estate Bottled,6,80,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 2001 Estate Bottled Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-2001-estate-bottled-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2001,Alfasi
,Dessert,US,"Glugs out of the bottle as thick as mineral oil, a hint to the viscous texture. Don't chill this too much, because it will stun the intensely rich botrytis and apricot preserves aromas, with their edge of wild honey and cinnamon. The ultimate impression is in the mouth, where the apricot and pear tart flavors drink like a nectary syrup, but are relieved with vibrant acids. Not super-sweet, and fairly low in alcohol, this is a beautiful, delicious dessert wine.",Costello T.B.A.,65,95,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alban 2000 Costello T.B.A. Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-2000-costello-tba-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2000,Alban
15.4,Red,US,"Look at that price! This is a dark wine, exciting to smell. The word “fiery” comes to mind. Something warm about it: baked cherry tart, blackberry pie fresh from the oven. In the mouth, huge, ripe and flattering. Floods the palate with sweet fruity, berry flavors, but bone dry. Tannins are a work of art, soft and intricate. Worth every penny, and one of the best Sierra wines in memory. The high alcohol level is not apparent.",Reserve,40,93,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 1999 Reserve Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Lava Cap
,Red,US,"Dynamic, intense, and complex, a massive wine that explodes with blackberry, plum, dark chocolate and herb aromas and flavors. Terrific texture, thick and smooth, and totally drinkable tonight.",Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Block,35,92,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2000 Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Block Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2000-sentinel-oak-vineyard-pyramid-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,2000,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,Red,France,"This is a big, powerful, firm wine, with a top layer of ripe, glamorous fruit flavors. Blackcurrant jelly fruits are shot through with ripe acidity and soft tannins. It should develop relatively fast, but then last well.",,45,92,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Giscours 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-giscours-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Giscours
,Red,France,"This is a very new-wood dominated wine, that will appeal to lovers of California Cabernet. Blackcurrant jelly fruits are there as well, very modern, very polished. It is a fine wine, but maybe not Bordeaux.",,50,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Talbot 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-talbot-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Talbot
,Red,France,"Under new ownership, Prieuré-Lichine continues its rapid quality improvement. The wine is concentrated, with dark tannins and brooding fruit, dominated by new wood. It is rich, but also structured for a steady development over 10-15 years.",,35,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Prieuré-Lichine 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-prieure-lichine-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Prieuré-Lichine
,Red,France,"The wine is rich and ripe, revealing purity of fruit as well as prominent new wood flavors. Otto Rettenmaier, whose cellar is full of wooden cuves named after opera stars, now operates in a biodynamic way and that seems to give an intensity of flavor as well as lusciousness and opulence. Drink from 2010.",,40,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château La Tour Figeac 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-figeac-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château La Tour Figeac
,Red,France,"The aromas are all dominated by new wood. But to taste, this super cru bourgeois is all about fruit. It is sweet, generous, not having typical Saint-Estèphe tannins, but showing more elegance. A great success.",,40,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Haut-Marbuzet 2000  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-marbuzet-2000-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Haut-Marbuzet
,Red,France,"A hugely concentrated wine showing chewy, but ripe tannins. Smooth, polished fruit combines with well-balanced wood and suppressed power. This is certainly a wine that will develop well, making it drinkable in five years and mature in 10-15 years.",,30,91,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Cantenac Brown 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cantenac-brown-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Cantenac Brown
,White,US,"A terrifically flamboyant wine, filled with jazzy flavors that impress for their sheer hedonism. Peaches and pears veer way over to tropical fruits, and there's a lot of oak and lees to boot. The rich, creamy texture leads to a long, spicy finish in this young, delicious wine.",Reserve,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Kunde
,White,Australia,"A bold wine, loaded with bright acidity but balanced with plenty of good body. It's redolent of grapefruit, gooseberry, fig, melon, fresh cut hay, lemon and mandarine orange. Long and fresh on the finish.",,16,91,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Groom 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groom-2002-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Groom
,White,US,"Smooth and creamy textured, with lovely toast and spice notes up front. Melon, pear, apple, mandarine orange and lemon flavors are evenly balanced. The wine is crisp and clean on the finish, yet also long and fresh. -J.M.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hollywood & Vine 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-vine-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Hollywood & Vine
13.7,Red,US,,Stelling Vineyard,125,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1999 Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1999-stelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Nickel & Nickel
14,White,France,"The name is quite a mouthful, and so is this rich, yellow wine made from late-harvested grapes from the commune of Vorbourg. Aromas of apricot, honey and botrytis are pure and regal, while the layered palate features baked apples, cinnamon and toffee. The finish is layered and powerful; it's almost like a liqueur. Excellent weight and extract from start to end.",Domaine du Clos St Landelin Vendanges Tardives Grand Cru Vorbourg,45,91,Alsace,Alsace,,René Muré 2000 Domaine du Clos St Landelin Vendanges Tardives Grand Cru Vorbourg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-mure-2000-domaine-clos-st-landelin-vendanges-tardives-grand-cru-vorbourg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,René Muré
14.2,White,US,"Always a nice, rich Chard with oaky nuances but not too much. This year the wine is especially full-bodied, packed with fruity flavors and a spicy, cinnamon and pepper aftertaste. Cuvaison has held its prices down and this wine is actually a value in its class.",,22,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2001 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2001-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2001,Cuvaison
13.5,White,Australia,"Made by Giaconda, this white is excellent but doesn't quite live up to the winery's other top-notch offerings. (But at half the price, how can you go wrong?) It has a tropical-fruit core and a medium-bodied, viscous mouthfeel. Finishes with some length, and a buttery-resiny feel.",Nantua Les Deux,45,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2001 Nantua Les Deux White (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2001-nantua-deux-white-victoria/,White Blend,2001,Giaconda
,Red,France,"Thanks to the total dedication of owner Jean-Luc Vonderheyden, Monbrison continued to perform outside its class in 2000. Fragrant, perfumed aromas with suggestions of vanilla and lavender make this wine immediately attractive. It is soft, which suggests its aging will be fast, but the liquorice fruit flavors and ripeness will give pleasure after five years.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Monbrison 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbrison-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Monbrison
,Red,France,"If Margaux is the most delicate of the Médoc wines, then this is the epitome of Margaux. It is light, poised and attractively perfumed. The fruit is elegant and fresh with a fine streak of acidity.",,50,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Labégorce Margaux 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-labegorce-margaux-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Labégorce Margaux
12.5,Rose,Italy,"The perfect picnic wine? Bold, floral and berry aromas, black cherry fruit, and some light tannins will make this the most versatile wine in your hamper this summer. This blend of Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese is grown specifically for rose production--it is not a saignee used to increase the concentration of the estate's reds.",Rose di Regaleali,11,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2001 Rose di Regaleali Rosé (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2001-rose-regaleali-sicilia/,Rosé,2001,Tasca d'Almerita
12.5,White,Italy,"A rich and full-boded white blended from Sauvignon Blanc and Inzolia, the Nozze d'Oro begins with lightly buttery aromas of passionfruit, before developing melon and peach flavors in the mouth. Finishes long, with a refreshing note of bitter almond.",Nozze d'Oro,23,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2000 Nozze d'Oro White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2000-nozze-doro-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2000,Tasca d'Almerita
13,Red,Italy,"This winning blend of 75% Nero d'Avola and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon is firm and structured, but coddles that structure in a layer of lushness. Briary, raspberry fruit is balanced by darker notes of cassis and chocolate. Drink now-2010.",Cygnus,21,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 1999 Cygnus Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-1999-cygnus-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1999,Tasca d'Almerita
,Red,US,"Crisp acidity blends easily with creamy smooth texture here. This is a fine juxtaposition of mineral, apple, pear, spice and citrus flavors, neatly layered for complexity and eleganty structured. Long and bright at the end.",Signature,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2001 Signature Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2001-signature-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Darioush
,White,US,"A rich blend that features toasty oak, vanilla and butterscotch on the nose. On the palate, it serves up a pleasing lineup of melon, apple, honey, spice and toast flavors. Creamy rich on the finish, fleshy and seductive. -J.M.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Beaucanon
,Red,France,"The junior of the two wines produced by the Barton family, this is a subtle, classic wine. Structure and firm tannins sit alongside the perfectly formed, under-stated red and black fruits.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Langoa Barton 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-langoa-barton-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Langoa Barton
,Red,France,"Corinne Guisez scored a great success with her 2000. The wine is finely polished, shining, with its generous, deeply concentrated fruits and fine perfumes. The tannins show through the fruit, while the wood flavors hide much more discreetly in the background.",,40,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Faugères 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-faugeres-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Faugères
13.5,Red,US,"A nice mouthful of Syrah, rich and full-bodied. Drinks dry and rather tannic, with plummy, blackberry, peppery flavors. But it's very complex. If you use your imagination, you can find anise, white chocolate, bacon, and all sorts of other things. Dry, rich, and long in the finish, a distinctive wine that pushes the reputation of this valley for Syrah.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2000 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Zaca Mesa
,Red,US,"Surprisingly rich and complex for this price and the statewide appellation, a full-bodied wine with glorious flavors of blackcurrants. Coats the mouth and lasts through a long finish. The tannins are soft and intricate and add to the enjoyment.",,15,90,California,California Other,California,Easton 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Easton
,White,US,"From Pride's estate 2,100 feet up in the Mayacamas, another in a string of impressive Viogniers. Follows the pattern of tempering the varietal's over the top character with barrel fermentation and lees aging. The result is a wine with the density of a big Chardonnay, but with Viognier's rich, yummy array of fruity flavors.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2001 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2001-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2001,Pride Mountain
,White,US,"A nice, lush wine with a lot of smoky oak and lees framing well-ripened apple and peach flavored fruit. Feels rich and creamy in the mouth, and oriental spices tingle the  palate on the long finish.",,30,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Schweiger 2000 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schweiger-2000-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2000,Schweiger
,White,US,"A startingly interesting wine that opens with powerful aromas of peaches and all sort of meaty, beefy, truffly and mushroomy complexities. Marked by crisp, vibrant acids that boost the stone fruit flavors and make them punchy. Dry, complex and compelling.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Alban 2000 Roussanne (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-2000-roussanne-central-coast/,Roussanne,2000,Alban
,Red,France,"While Pavie itself goes for super-opulence, Pavie-Decesse is more restrained, more classic. It has harmony and balance, allowing the deep, black fruits to rest easily with the dense tannins. This is a wine which will age well, gracefully over 10 years and more.",,,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie Decesse 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-decesse-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Pavie Decesse
,Rose,US,"Here's a rich, round Chard that delivers with its ripe, mouth-filling flavors. White peach, papaya, spicy fig, smoke, buttered toast, vanilla are accompanied by crisp, clean acidity. The intense finish lasts for a long time.",Amphitheater Block,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Varner 2001 Amphitheater Block Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varner-2001-amphitheater-block-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2001,Varner
13.5,Red,Italy,"A proprietary blend inspired by Chateauneuf-du-Pape, the Count's Red is more closed than the other offerings from Tasca, showing little on the nose beyond chocolate. In the mouth, raspberry fruit begins to emerge; the wine is obviously a big, full-bodied and tannic. It's meant to age, and we think it will do so just fine. Try in 2008, or pair it with hearty meat dishes if you can't hold out that long.",Rosso del Conte,40,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 1998 Rosso del Conte Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-1998-rosso-conte-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1998,Tasca d'Almerita
14.2,Red,US,"A dry-smelling wine, with hints of cinnamon, pine bark, eucalyptus and earth, that unfold slowly on the palate to reveal bright red cherries and berries. It's big and it's structured, yet finishes smooth and silky, blending in coffee and tea notes. Approachable now, but better after 2005.",Sycamore Vineyards,59,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1997 Sycamore Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1997-sycamore-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"Rich and lush, with smoky, charry overtones and pretty blackberry, plum, chocolate, coffee, herb and toast flavors. The wine shows moderate body and silky tannins. Long, rich and enticing on the finish.",,44,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Darioush
,Red,France,"A modern, smooth wine, with polished fruit and a dark purple color. The wine is full of new wood, but still dominated by liquorice and dark chocolate flavors. It should develop relatively quickly, over the next 10 years.",,59,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Mayne 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-mayne-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Grand Mayne
,Red,France,"There is a sense of pent-up energy with this wine. It has powerful fruit along with flavors of chocolate, but it is all masked and repressed by tight firm tannins. A wine that will develop slowly.",Pessac-Léognan,35,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Malartic-Lagravière 2000 Pessac-Léognan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-malartic-lagraviere-2000-pessac-leognan-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Malartic-Lagravière
,Red,US,"Quite spicy in the nose, with hints of pretty cedar, anise and herb flavors up front. Zippy acidity blends well with creamy smooth tannins, all framing a complex web of chocolate, raspberry, cassis, blackberry, licorice and earth flavors. A slight citrus edge gives lift at the end. Long on the finish; a fine first effort from this new winery. -J.M.",,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Brookdale Vineyards 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookdale-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Brookdale Vineyards
13.5,White,US,"This opens with intense tropical fruit, marked by an especially large serving  of pineapple, with a side of mango. The center is tight and somewhat lean, but the finish opens up into layers of fruit flavors, with an added dash of green apple.",Oakville Estate,17,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1997 Oakville Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1997-oakville-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Franciscan
14.5,Red,US,"Smooth, viscous and velvety on the palate. This is always St. Supéry's best shot at Cabernet, sporting black currant, blackberry, sage, thyme, coffee and anise flavors. They weave their way along the palate to a long finish. —J.M.",Dollarhide Ranch,70,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1999 Dollarhide Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1999-dollarhide-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,St. Supéry
14.8,White,US,"Another wonderfully complex wine from this single vineyard on the Napa side of the A.V.A. It's a tight, young wine, showing lime, apricot and mineral flavors. A sunburst of acidity marks the clean, dry finish. Oak and lees play supporting roles. It's likely this wine will improve over the long haul.",Red Shoulder Ranch,37,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 2001 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2001-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2001,Shafer
,White,US,"Clearly a winner, a wine that shows its terroir in the mineral, slate, vanilla and cotton candy aromas. The flavor is hard to describe, sort of a mix of tapioca, rasberry puree and gunflint. Very acidic and crisp, with a long, firm and steely finish that cries out for rich, complex foods.",Estate Vineyard,32,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alban 2000 Estate Vineyard Roussanne (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-2000-estate-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast-edna-valley/,Roussanne,2000,Alban
,Red,US,"From this Calistoga vineyard, a first rate Cabernet, sumptuous and elegant. The fruit straddles an interesting line between herbaceous, green olive notes and riper ones of blackberries. Feels just great in the mouth, plush and sensual. Unquestionably an ager.",Palisades Vineyard,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 1999 Palisades Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1999-palisades-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Clos Pegase
,Red,France,"This is initially a somewhat austere wine, but that derives from the tannins of Saint-Estèphe. Underneath those tannins are solid, chunky fruits and a great generosity and richness.",,35,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Phélan-Ségur 2000  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-phelan-segur-2000-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Phélan-Ségur
,Red,France,"The Becots, Gérard and Dominique, have produced a stylish, modern wine that powers black, sweet fruits through the deceptively soft tannins. Tarry flavors and layers of new wood give the wine a new world character. How long it will last is open to question at this stage. It is certainly developing quickly.",,65,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beau-sejour-becot-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Beau-Séjour Bécot
14,White,Australia,"Medium-full but also lively in the mouth, the palate of this top-notch Chard offers has sumptuous pear, pineapple and toast notes, and finishes long with nut and citrus flavors. Nose has mealy, nutty—even smoky—aromas, plus some citrus and pear. Excellent stuff.",,80,92,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2000 Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2000-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2000,Giaconda
13.2,White,Australia,"An elegant wine, and one that feels that it has a few years ahead of it, the Yattarna—Penfolds' flagship Chardonnay—has a core of citrus and melon, with hints of toast and vanilla. It's full, but by no means as creamy or fleshy a wine as some of its Oz compatriots, which, to us, makes it a top candidate for the dinner table. Finishes long and clean, with citrus and mineral notes.",Yattarna,65,92,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1999 Yattarna Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-yattarna-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,1999,Penfolds
,Red,France,"This is a powerful statement of ripe Cabernet Sauvignon. It has rich concentrated fruit, with ripe but dry tannins and considerable wood flavors. It is stylish, with layers of acidity and wood complementing the fruit.",,100,92,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Pichon Longueville
,Red,France,"For the vintage, this is an austere style of wine, emphasising tannins over fruit. The fruit is certainly rich, and the tannins are dusty rather than dry, but it is a wine which is developing more slowly, suggesting it is also a wine for long-term aging.",Pessac-Léognan,40,92,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Haut-Bailly 2000 Pessac-Léognan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bailly-2000-pessac-leognan-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Haut-Bailly
,Red,US,"The wine starts of with intriguing bacon and earth tones that are followed up by rich, ripe raspberry, black cherry, spice, licorice, herb and toast flavors. It's beautifully balanced, with supple tannins and a flashy, robust character that remains enticing and long at the end. Look for more of this varietal from Darioush as its Shiraz vineyards mature.",,64,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2000 Shiraz (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-napa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Darioush
13.7,Red,US,"What an interesting aroma. Veers from ripe blackberry jam to crackling bacon to freshly ground white pepper and back again, all encased in smoky oak. The flavors are very similar. Pretty tannic at the moment, and bone dry, but distinguished. Very fine now with the richest possible meats, and a likely candidate for 3-5 years of cellaring.",Estate Bottled - Unfiltered,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2000 Estate Bottled - Unfiltered Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2000-estate-bottled-unfiltered-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2000,Signorello
,Red,US,"Brings a whole new dimension to Merlot by adding flair and nuance to the usual well-ripened plum and blackberry flavors. Here, kirsch, cassis and dark chocolate mingle together in rich, delicate but complex tannins to forge a wine of interest and longevity.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2000 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Joseph Phelps
,Red,France,"If any wine could be described as beautiful, then Beychevelle is beautiful. Its flavors of liquorice and blackcurrant are smooth and opulent, well proportioned. The texture is rich, ripe and generous.",,500,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Beychevelle 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beychevelle-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Beychevelle
,Red,France,"A soft, rich wine that bears all the classic qualities of the Valette family's winery - a strength of line along and complexity. The fruit is ripe, ultra-generous, but is still tempered with layers of acidity and soft tannins.",,85,92,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Troplong Mondot 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-troplong-mondot-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Troplong Mondot
,White,US,"Super-delicious, a mouthful of Chardonnay perfection. Really notable for the pure concentration of its flavors, such as fresh ripe white peach, mango, and spicy fig. Elaborately oaked, but not too much to support the huge fruit. The rich and creamy texture is a delight.",Vanumanutagi Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2001 Vanumanutagi Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2001-vanumanutagi-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2001,Clos La Chance
,Red,France,"The Cathiards have made a polished wine with generous fruit. It manages to combine a modern, rich style with a lightness of touch and freshness of fruit which make it instantly attractive.",Pessac-Léognan,70,93,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2000 Pessac-Léognan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-smith-haut-lafitte-2000-pessac-leognan-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Smith Haut Lafitte
14,White,Australia,"Just about the best white wine out of Australia this year, this Roussanne isn't a fleshy wine, but it has beauty, power and structure in its corner. Full-bodied with powdery tannins, it has flavors of honeydew, peach fuzz and mineral, and an herbal-peppery finish that lingers on the tongue. Nose is a tantalizing mix of marzipan, jasmine and clover. Just excellent.",Aeolia,75,93,Victoria,Victoria,,Giaconda 2001 Aeolia Roussanne (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giaconda-2001-aeolia-roussanne-victoria/,Roussanne,2001,Giaconda
,Red,France,"Under the regime of Gérard Perse, Pavie seems to have become more opulent, more extracted, and, dare I say it, more simplistic. The richness of the 2000 vintage lends itself to this technique. While it is a wonderful, immediately appealing wine, with its intense dark fruits, it seem to lack the complexity of other wines of similar status.",,250,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Pavie 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pavie-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Pavie
,Red,France,"This is the flagship wine from the mini-empire (now comprising five properties) that is controlled by Comte Stephan von Niepperg. He has made a modern, wood dominated wine, with rich, concentrated black fruits. It is powerful, perhaps too powerful, lacking a sense of the usual grace of this estate, although the ripeness of the wine does compensate.",,50,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon la Gaffelière 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-gaffeliere-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Canon la Gaffelière
,Red,France,"This is a solid, huge wine, with rich but very dry tannins. With its dense, almost black color, and its sense of brooding power, it promises long aging. It will never be in the opulent Bordeaux camp, despite its prominent new wood flavors, but will probably outlive all but a handful top wines.",,90,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Calon Ségur 2000  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-calon-segur-2000-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Calon Ségur
15.9,Red,US,"From a young vineyard, a dark, exuberant wine consciously built along Barossa Valley Shiraz lines. Right off the bat, it's brilliant. Huge, concentrated, with gobs of cassis and chocolate-toffee flavors, but completely dry. Wonderfully rich, soft, complex tannins, with soft acids. Captivates the mouth. and handles its enormous alcohol well.",,40,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carlisle 2000 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlisle-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,2000,Carlisle
,Red,France,"This Moueix-owned premier grand cru classé property quietly goes about producing great wines. The 2000 is a complete success, with its aromas of red berry fruits and sweet wood, its flavors cedar and truffles alongside the fine, elegant tannins. It will age slowly and reveal layers of complexity over the years.",,87,93,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Magdelaine 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-magdelaine-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Magdelaine
15.3,Red,US,,Impostor McCoy,59,94,California,California Other,California,Sine Qua Non 1997 Impostor McCoy Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sine-qua-non-1997-impostor-mccoy-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1997,Sine Qua Non
,Red,France,"It is the power that is so evident in this wine - a full, up-front expression of Merlot at its most powerful. It is somewhat closed up at this stage, but it is going to continue its development as an enormous wine which still manages to keep its power under firm control.",,179,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Hosanna 2000  Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-hosanna-2000-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Hosanna
,Red,US,"Really smooth textured. Quite elegant as well, with sleek, complex layers of black currant, blackberry, plum, black cherry, herb, chocolate, coffee, spice, toast and a beguiling hint of tar. The wine is incredibly complex and inviting, framed beautifully in velvety tannins. Long and lush on the finish, it's blended from grapes grown on Mt. Veeder, Atlas Peak and the Napa Valley floor.",Signature,64,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 2000 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-2000-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Darioush
,Red,France,"The renaissance of Kirwan, with the consultancy of Michel Rolland, continues with this ripe, forward, concentrated wine. The tannins are sweet and soft, with a solid, chunky structure that promises a long life. The finish displays balanced new wood flavors and a smooth polish.",,55,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Kirwan 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kirwan-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Kirwan
14.4,Red,US,"Dynamite Syrah, a joy to drink. It's a rich mélange of blackberry, white pepper, espresso and tobacco. Near-perfect tannins, complex and accessible, and just the right overlay of toasty oak. Beautiful stuff, a vision of Syrah's future in California.",Dutton Ranch Gail Ann's Vineyard,32,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastopol 2000 Dutton Ranch Gail Ann's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-2000-dutton-ranch-gail-anns-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2000,Sebastopol
,Red,France,"At this stage, this is very closed, very tight, giving little. But it is possible to discern that this is going to be a beautiful wine. There are flavors of sweet raisins and the fruit has a new world richness, but the structure of dry tannins is always present. It looks as though it has a good, long life.",,120,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Palmer 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-palmer-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Palmer
,Red,France,"A rich, open modern style of wine, full of new wood flavors. The fruit is solid, chunky and square, while the tannins are ripe and generous. This will develop relatively quickly, over the next 10 years.",Pessac-Léognan,80,94,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Pape Clément 2000 Pessac-Léognan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pape-clement-2000-pessac-leognan-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Pape Clément
,Red,France,"Opulence and richness, with all the generosity of Merlot, are the hallmarks of this superb wine. It is huge and powerful and has enormous potential. What is so exceptional about this wine is that all its power is still to be revealed. In 10 years time, it will prove to be one of the stars of the vintage in Saint-Emilion.",,120,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château la Gaffelière 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gaffeliere-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château la Gaffelière
,Red,US,"Only eight barrels of this totally wonderful stuff were produced. This young, immature Syrah is massive and splendid. Huge in fruit, pepper, smoke, and earthy flavors, swaddled in rich tannins and smart oak. Great now, but will improve over the next 4 years.",Ascent,75,94,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2000 Ascent Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2000-ascent-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2000,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,Red,Australia,"Classic Aussie Shiraz from the vineyard that borders the backbone vineyard of Penfold's Grange. This one's made by ex-Grange winemaker Daryl Groom, who now lives in California's Sonoma County but owns his own Australia vineyard. Lush, deep, rich and ripe, the wine fans out to reveal complex layers of black cherry, plum, licorice, spice, chocolate, blackberry, tar, vanilla, coconut and herbs. Smooth and plush textured, with a finish that doesn't quit.",,40,94,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Groom 2001 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groom-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Groom
,Red,France,"For a Saint-Estèphe this is surprisingly supple at this stage. The density is all in the exotic fruit, while the tannins are more of a background. That suggests this is a wine that will develop relatively fast, but it is going to give great pleasure along the way.",,130,94,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Cos d'Estournel 2000  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cos-destournel-2000-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Cos d'Estournel
,Red,France,"Huge, deep purple-black color, and aromas of rich, spicy fruit give a sense of great power to this superbly intense wine. Liquorice and rich tannins suggest complexity, while subtle acidity adds refinement.",Pessac-Léognan,60,94,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Domaine de Chevalier 2000 Pessac-Léognan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevalier-2000-pessac-leognan-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine de Chevalier
,Red,France,"Sometimes it seems as if La Mission is as good as Haut-Brion - that was certainly the case in 2001. But in 2000, La Mission fitted more comfortably into its usual good neighbor slot. That is not to suggest it is not a great wine - the score indicates that. At the moment, it is closed, solid and chunky, but all the right hints are there, and it will develop slowly and in a sustained way over many years.",Pessac-L�ognan,350,94,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2000 Pessac-L�ognan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mission-haut-brion-2000-pessac-li-ognan-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château La Mission Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"This is a wonderful, dense wine, very concentrated, very intensely flavored. At this stage of its development, it is the opulence which is most evident, but there are already hints that it will show pure fruit alongside sweet tannins, and will develop complexity.",,75,94,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château la Fleur-Pétrus 2000  Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fleur-petrus-2000-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château la Fleur-Pétrus
,Red,France,"At first taste, this wine seems more new world than Bordeaux. But then the subtle, perfumed aromas and structured fruit show through, along with the clean acidity and black tannic fruits. Give this wine at least 12 years before opening.",,80,94,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Rauzan-Ségla 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rauzan-segla-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Rauzan-Ségla
,Red,France,"Here is a huge ripe and luxurious wine, with great power. The texture is solid, filled with firm tannins, the flavors are black and ripe. Along with the power, though, is much of the elegance and poise that characterizes great Saint-Julien.",,40,95,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Branaire-Ducru 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-branaire-ducru-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Branaire-Ducru
,Red,France,"Typical of Lynch-Bages in its sumptuous rich style, this is a resounding success for the team of Jean-Michel Cazes. With its sweet fruit, opulent but balanced wood and red and black fruit flavors, it is a wine that will develop relatively quickly but will certainly age.",,100,95,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lynch-Bages 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lynch-bages-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Lynch-Bages
,Red,France,"Madame de Lencquesaing's estate has produced a stunner in 2000. The perfumes, delicate and sensuous, give it class, style and make it very memorable. It is delicious now, but there are tannins there, and deep, intense fruit flavors, waiting to develop slowly and surely.",,30,96,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pichon-longueville-comtesse-lalande-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande
,Red,France,"This is likely to be one of the most long-lived Pomerol from 2000. It has hugely rich fruit, it is has great density. But what will give it its longevity is the layer of tannin that sits, brooding, in the middle of the wine. Don't even attempt to drink before 2012.",,130,96,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Trotanoy 2000  Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trotanoy-2000-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Trotanoy
,Red,France,"For an Haut-Brion, this is huge. Every characteristic suggests power, from the dark color, through the knock-out perfumes, full of dark, brooding fruits. The flavors are black, intense and ripe. It is a delicious wine, surprisingly ready to drink. And yes, just at the end, there is a small hint of the delicacy and elegance that is true Haut-Brion.",Pessac-Léognan,400,96,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Haut-Brion 2000 Pessac-Léognan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-brion-2000-pessac-leognan-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Haut-Brion
,Red,France,"This wine is superb. With its power and structure it will age over 20 years or more. Backed by blackcurrant and jelly flavors, it shows great fruity attractiveness even at this early stage in its development. It will develop slowly and evenly to become a reference point for the vintage.",,60,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Canon 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Canon
,Red,France,"Right from the early days of tasting in spring 2001, this was going to be one of the stars of the vintage. And a star it remains. There is big, ripe fruit, with solid, ageworthy tannins. It may not be as powerful as some of the blockbusters of the vintage, but it is certainly more opulent, less classical than Léoville-Barton can sometimes be.",,150,96,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Léoville Barton 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leoville-barton-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Léoville Barton
,Red,France,"With its distinctive antique bottle and gold etched label dominated by a sheep, this is definitely a move away from classic Bordeaux bottling. It is good that the wine can support the presentation. The fruit is so ripe, it almost tastes of raisins, but that sweetness is finely balanced by the dry tannins and concentrated texture. To finish, there are exotic spices, giving an almost oriental character to the long aftertaste.",,450,97,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Mouton Rothschild 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mouton-rothschild-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Mouton Rothschild
13.9,Red,US,"The second wine, and first red, from this famous vineyard-owning family, it's a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. The wine is, in a word, classic. This great vintage provided super fruit, and the winemaking takes full advantage of it. This is very great Cabernet. It's so delicious you find yourself putting the glass down and thinking about it. A new First Growth enters the California pantheon.",Scion,50,97,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 1997 Scion Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-1997-scion-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Robert Young
,Red,France,"Denis Durantou's obsessive search for perfection paid off handsomely with this stunning 2000. Despite the richness of the fruit, there is still a sense of lightness to the wine which makes it surprisingly easy to comprehend at this stage. The Cabernet Franc perfumes couterpoint the rich Merlot, while the wood underpins everything.",,108,97,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château l'Eglise-Clinet 2000  Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-leglise-clinet-2000-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château l'Eglise-Clinet
,Red,France,"In 2000, it seems the Cabernet Franc made Cheval Blanc. It has given a mysterious, wonderful perfume to the intense richness of the Merlot. It has less of the explosive power of Ausone, it is more subtle and elegant, reserving its explosion of richness for the end, when a welter of black fruits seems to go on for ever",,700,97,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Cheval Blanc 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cheval-blanc-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Cheval Blanc
,Red,France,"While the first impression with Pétrus is the wood, it is the fruit which gradually shows itself. It is extraordinary, this dense fruit, which simultaneously manages to float with elegance. There is layer after layer of fruit, sometime black, sometimes smoky, sometimes spicy. The wine is not yet totally integrated, still intensely young, with decades to go. But what a development it will be",,1500,98,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Pétrus 2000  Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-petrus-2000-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Pétrus
,Red,France,"Forget all those garage wines, forget the upstarts of Saint-Emilion. When you want real class, you have to turn to Ausone. What a wine - magnificently dense and opaque, hugely rich and sensual. Yet it doesn't seem in the least decadent - for deep inside the wine is a huge backbone of ripe tannins. Keep for at least 10 years",,600,98,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Ausone 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ausone-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Ausone
,Red,France,"This is such an expressive wine, with elegance a major factor in its character. It is certainly huge, rich and dense. But there is much more to it. You can peel layers of fruit and tannins away, and still never get to the end of the wine's complexity. At every stage of its life, it will reveal a new character, but for now it is dominated by powerful tannins and huge, black, fruit.",,450,98,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Latour 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-latour-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Latour
,Red,France,"Perhaps of all the first growths in the totally un-classic 2000, this retains most of the classic Bordeaux. It is certainly almost black in color, while the new wood flavors are very present. But it shows an impressive restraint, leaving the power of the wine to be revealed over the years rather than immediately. This could well be the longest-lived of the Pauillac first growths.",,400,99,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Lafite Rothschild 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafite-rothschild-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Lafite Rothschild
,Red,Chile,"In this case, “reserve” means overoaked, and the result is coconut and carob aromas and flavors. The finish is cloying and the mouthfeel is heavy.",Reserve,14,80,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2001 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2001-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2001,Santa Ema
12.5,Red,Chile,"From the plant-it-and-blend-it category comes this earthy, chunky, plum-filled red that turns sharp and sour. The finish is gritty and the body too tannic compared to the quality of the fruit.",Single Vineyard Zinfandel-Shiraz,8,80,Central Valley,,,TerraMater 2001 Single Vineyard Zinfandel-Shiraz Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terramater-2001-single-vineyard-zinfandel-shiraz-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,2001,TerraMater
13,White,Chile,"The color is rusty, while the nose is malty and overdone with dried, raisiny fruit. Raspberry and dried cherry flavors are detectable on the palate, but so is some unwelcome vinegar. This wine may have seen better days; now it's barely acceptable.",Concepcion Reserva,11,80,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 1999 Concepcion Reserva Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-1999-concepcion-reserva-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,1999,Francisco Gillmore
13,White,Chile,"This estate wine is light and tastes a bit like white grapefruit. The palate runs heavy, and the finish tastes like a blend of grapefruit and celery.",Estate,10,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2000 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2000-estate-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Errazuriz
12,Red,Chile,"This kosher Cabernet has been on the market too long. It was once a ripe wine, but it has faded into an orange-tinged lightweight with just some dried cherry fruit and apple skins. This wine isn't dead, but it's tired. New vintage, please.",Reserve,8,80,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Alfasi
12.5,White,Chile,"Seemingly old, with heavy herbal and field-green aromas and a thick, heavy palate. It tastes like mature apples, and there's plenty of weight to it. A bit of honey sneaks onto the thick, grippy finish, while some healthy acidity keeps it ticking.",,9,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2000-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Viña Casas del Bosque
13,White,Chile,"The bouquet is a bit dusty and musty. Pear, banana and white pepper can be pulled from the palate, but the feel is flat and the finish dull. Not totally dismissible, but hard to support.",Reserva,9,80,Maule Valley,,,Balduzzi 2001 Reserva Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balduzzi-2001-reserva-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Balduzzi
13.5,White,Italy,"Butterscotch Lifesavers with a tinny, metallic finish.",,13,80,,Collio,,Gradis'ciutta 2000 Chardonnay (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gradisciutta-2000-chardonnay-collio/,Chardonnay,2000,Gradis'ciutta
,Red,US,"Heavy, dull and devoid of flavor, a wine that could be any red varietal grown in California. It's thick and flat in the mouth, with hard tannins.",,24,80,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Edgewood 2001 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgewood-2001-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2001,Edgewood
,Red,Chile,"The color is weak and the nose is earthy and chunky, with some funky elements as well. The flavors are simple and uneven. There's some chocolate and berry fruit, but they don't mesh particularly well. And then it's gone, leaving a dull, oaky aftertaste.",Concepcion,7,81,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 2000 Concepcion Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-2000-concepcion-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2000,Francisco Gillmore
12.5,White,Italy,,,20,81,,Collio,,Attems 2001 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attems-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Attems
,White,Italy,"How can a wine that smells so citrusy seem so low in acidity? Some pleasantly zesty aromas of lemons and unripe pears turn into fat, low-acid flavors.",,13,81,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Candoni 2001 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candoni-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Candoni
13.5,Red,Chile,"The bouquet is redolent of stewed tomato, dried spices and lean red fruit, while the palate is thin and tastes like strawberries mixed with oak. The finish is the definition of light and easy, yet here a hint of pickled vegetable arises.",,7,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2002 Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2002-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2002,Morandé
13,White,Italy,,del Bratinus Bianco,13,81,,Collio,,Gradis'ciutta 2000 del Bratinus Bianco White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gradisciutta-2000-bratinus-bianco-white-collio/,White Blend,2000,Gradis'ciutta
12,Red,Chile,"This is a thin, sharp kosher wine that smells like a fruit roll-up and tastes about the same. Some raspberry and plum skin define the palate, while the finish is tangy and thin.",,9,81,Maule Valley,,,Layla 2000 Malbec (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/layla-2000-malbec-maule-valley/,Malbec,2000,Layla
12,White,Italy,"With flavors of unripe pineapple and a jarringly tart finish, you might not object if a friend handed you a plastic cup of this at a poolside party, but you probably wouldn't search out the label either.",,9,81,,Delle Venezie,,Sartori 2002 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2002,Sartori
12,Red,Chile,"Tomato and herb aromas are followed by red fruit and peppery notes. The simple finish does nothing to hurt or improve the wine. It's very Average, but drinkable.",Reserva,11,81,Maule Valley,,,Balduzzi 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balduzzi-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Balduzzi
12,White,Italy,"Tired and fading, this wine's better days are already behind it. Stewed apples turn lemony on the finish.",,8,81,,Delle Venezie,,Bolla 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Bolla
,Red,Chile,"This wine from Francisco Gillmore is earthy and full of tomato and leather aromas. The palate is also a bit like tomato and herbs. The finish is tangy, courtesy of healthy acids, while the finish is tannic and a touch hot.",Concepción,7,81,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 2000 Concepción Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-2000-concepcion-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Francisco Gillmore
,Red,Chile,"The aromas are meaty yet undefined. In the mouth, the fruit seems snappy and overly excited. The acidity is a bit out of control and it leads to questionable balance. Still the raspberry and cherry flavors are good, and the oak shadings seem about right.",,9,81,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Ema 2001 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2001-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2001,Santa Ema
12,White,Italy,"Light and citrusy, blending limes with green herbs, and finishes on a chalky note. Might work well with herbed, pan-roasted trout or similar dishes.",Vigne di Catullo,17,82,Lombardy,Lugana,,Tenuta Roveglia 2000 Vigne di Catullo  (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-roveglia-2000-vigne-catullo-white-lugana/,White Blend,2000,Tenuta Roveglia
13,Red,Chile,"Earth and berry aromas, and then thin, woody cherry flavors. The finish is buttery and rather bland, and the palate feel is lean and overwooded, especially given the basic pedigree of the wine. –M.S.",San Andrés,,82,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 2002 San Andrés Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-2002-andres-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,San Pedro
13.5,Red,US,"A thick, pasty wine with considerable tannins and a heavy-handed mouthfeel. Flavors are weedy and generic berry. Not going anywhere.",,18,82,California,North Coast,North Coast,Ramspeck 2001 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramspeck-2001-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,2001,Ramspeck
12,White,Italy,,Vigneto Le Volpare,9,82,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Tommasi 2001 Vigneto Le Volpare  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2001-vigneto-le-volpare-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2001,Tommasi
13.5,White,Chile,"The nose is barrel heavy, and it brings with it some mustard and cured-meat aromas that just don't cut it. This is a blend of Chardonnay, Viognier and Sauvignon Gris, but frankly, it doesn't taste like much more than oaky white wine, though the texture and overall acidity are fine.",Quinta Generacion,23,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2001 Quinta Generacion White (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2001-quinta-generacion-white-colchagua-valley/,White Blend,2001,Casa Silva
13.5,White,Italy,"This barrique-aged Chardonnay tastes a bit too much of barrique, with toasty, cinnamon and vanilla flavors dominating the underlying melon and peach fruit. It's sexy wood, but it's just too prominent; tone down the makeup and let this beauty's natural good looks shine through.","Were Dreams, Now it is Just Wine",55,85,,Venezia Giulia,,"Jermann 2000 Were Dreams, Now it is Just Wine Chardonnay (Venezia Giulia)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-2000-were-dreams-now-it-is-just-wine-chardonnay-venezia-giulia/,Chardonnay,2000,Jermann
,Red,France,"Under any new classification, this should certainly be a classed growth. Today it is among the leaders of the crus bourgeois. The 2000 is opulent, generous, stylish. The tannins are ripe and sweet, the fruit is finely balanced. It will develop well over the next 10-15 years.",,35,91,Bordeaux,Moulis,,Château Chasse-Spleen 2000  Moulis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chasse-spleen-2000-red-moulis/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Chasse-Spleen
,Red,France,"This is an excellent wine, full of ripe fruit and blackcurrant flavors, showing style and elegance in its balancing tannins. It is typical of this property in already showing signs of developing fast. Give it five years.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Lalande-Borie 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lalande-borie-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Lalande-Borie
,Red,France,"Typical of  Saint-Estèphe, this wine is totally closed up. It is more tannins than fruit at this stage of its development. But it is obvious that there is fruit there, and that it will develop. But for now, it's a case of watch this space.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Meyney 2000  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meyney-2000-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Meyney
14.1,White,US,"This isn't a big, blowsy wine, but a balanced and elegant one, with everything in its proper place. Apple and peach flavors are restrained, and so is the oak. The wine is dry, and crisp acids leave the palate clean and ready for food.",,21,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Clos du Val
,Red,France,"An attractively proportioned wine, not big and powerful, but gentle and immediately attractive. There is plenty of black fruit there, along with soft tannins and fine acidity.",,29,88,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-puy-ducasse-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Grand-Puy Ducasse
15.2,Red,US,"87 Rosenblum 2000 England Shaw Vineyard Syrah (Solano County); $37. An inky dark, young wine, with cassis and berry flavors accented with sweet tobacco, espresso and white pepper notes. Drinks dry and rich, packed with ripe fruity flavors and a wild, brambly note. High quality Zin, and heady with alcohol.",England Shaw Vineyard,37,87,California,North Coast,Solano County,Rosenblum 2000 England Shaw Vineyard Syrah (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-england-shaw-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-solano-county/,Syrah,2000,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though its fruit core is of mixed black and red plums, its dark soil, ink and oak accents make this Shiraz feel a bit like a hefty, swarthy bruiser. Still, it's approachable now, and quite steak-appropriate with its medium-full mouthfeel, and charred oak on the finish. - D.M.",Bin 28 Kalimna,24,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2000 Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2000-bin-28-kalimna-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Very similar in flavor and texture to the much more expensive Crossroads bottling, but much thinner and less ripe. Marked by tobacco and pepper flavors and tart acids. Still, there's something likeable and authentic, a quality that individual vineyards often interestingly provide.",Vogelzang Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2000 Vogelzang Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2000-vogelzang-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Curtis
13.5,White,Australia,"An easy-drinkin' Merlot, medium-bodied, with plum fruit and earth flavors. Fruit gets fleshier and redder toward the back end. One to drink now, and share at the neighborhood block party.",Diamond Label,11,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Diamond Label Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-diamond-label-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,Rosemount
,White,US,"Another fine varietal wine from this dependable brand. Lots of ripe, lush flavors of peaches and tropical fruit, a kiss of smoky oak, and a buttercream texture make for easy drinking at an affordable price.",Founders' Estate,12,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2001 Founders' Estate Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-founders-estate-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Beringer
13.8,White,US,"Lip-smackingly tasty, offers a real blast of spicy peaches, apples and pears that fills the mouth and lasts through the finish. All that nice taste is accompanied by an overlay of smoky oak and a creamy texture.",Proprietors Reserve,14,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,River Road 2001 Proprietors Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-road-2001-proprietors-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,River Road
15,White,US,"Fruit salad, with a melange of peach, pear, pineapple, grapefruit, maraschino cherry and just about every other fruit you can think of. Drinks rather syrupy and simple, with a hint of residual sugar.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2001 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2001-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2001,Curtis
13.5,Red,Australia,"The nose offers lots of black pepper, and less cream; it's smooth in the mouth, with drying, oaky tannins that persist through the finish. Red plum is the main player on the palate. Good, but nothing out of the ordinary.",,17,85,Victoria,Yea Valley,,Cheviot Bridge 2001 Merlot (Yea Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheviot-bridge-2001-merlot-yea-valley/,Merlot,2001,Cheviot Bridge
,White,US,"Rich and fruity, a flavorful wine tasting like white chocolate, peaches, cheesecake, and lime, with nuances added from oak. Feels thick and heavy in the mouth, as this variety often does in California. Almost syrupy. Could benefit from more finesse and lightness.",,16,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 2001 Marsanne (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-2001-marsanne-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Marsanne,2001,McDowell
13.2,Red,US,"A little fruity, a little weedy, a bit tannic, totally dry, and an easy sipper. What's not to like? Will do just fine with that steak, and it's a great price for a Cabernet from this top appellation.",Sonoma Reserve,12,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,ForestVille 2000 Sonoma Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-2000-sonoma-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,ForestVille
13,Red,France,"Dark in color, with a bit of lemony oak to the nose as well as chocolate and black plum. The palate is a basic Bordeaux mix of cassis, earth, plum and tree bark. The clean, smooth finish confirms the wine's ripeness. A good middle-of-the-road red for everyday affairs.",Mis en bouteille au Chateau,15,85,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Château d'Agassac 2000 Mis en bouteille au Chateau  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dagassac-2000-mis-en-bouteille-au-red-haut-medoc/,Red Blend,2000,Château d'Agassac
,White,US,"Tastes lean and tart with acidity, with the flavors of apples and citrus fruits, almost like a Sauvignon Blanc. On the other hand, it's clean and well-made, and very dry.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Charles Creek 2001 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-creek-2001-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Charles Creek
13.5,White,US,"A broad, obvious Chardonnay, with appley flavors and a hit of oak. Good acids provide life and freshness to this otherwise simple, one-dimensional wine.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Capello 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capello-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Capello
13.7,White,US,"Usually a good value, but this year the fruit is thinner than in past vintages. Has tropical fruit flavors and quite a bit of smoky oak, with mouthwatering acidity. Because of the weak fruit, oak and alcohol dominate.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 2001 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Meridian
12.7,Red,US,"This inky dark wine is mouth-numbingly tannic and earthy. It is heavy on the palate, with a deeply buried core of blackberry fruit, and is extremely dry. Tannins might soften with a little age. Best consumed with barbecue and similar rich fare.",,12,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Vista 2000 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2000,Sierra Vista
13.8,White,US,"There are some pretty apple and pear flavors, wrapped in spicy oak, and a fairly rich mouthfeel. Seems a little flat in acidity, with an earthy finish. Pretty good for the money.",,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Rutherford Ranch
13.5,White,Australia,"Taut yellow fruit laced with a bit of citrus peel—that's pretty much what you get here—make this Chard a potential match for seafood, particularly white fish or scallops. Medium-weight in the mouth, with only a hint of that butteriness that can be either a blessing or a curse.",Reserve,13,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2001-reserve-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2001,Jacob's Creek
14.8,White,US,"Simple, everyday Chard, with ripe apple and peach flavors that drink dry and crisp, with a touch of oak. Perfectly decent sipper, well made, with a fruity, spicy finish. At this price, you could buy it by the case.",,6,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Robin Crest 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robin-crest-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Robin Crest
13,White,US,"Like Burgundian Aligoté, Jed Steele's version is sharp and lean, probably best used in a traditional kir (add crème de cassis and drink). The flavor profile is sharp and tart, offering just some lemon and orange pith. The basic finish is lengthy as it deals flavors of lemon and white peach. Interestingly, this wine has some overt oaky notes. Overall it's kind of strange and hard to pinpoint.",,12,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shooting Star 2001 Aligoté (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2001-other-white-aligote-other/,Aligoté,2001,Shooting Star
12.5,White,Australia,"There's taut yellow fruit at the core of this Chard, which doesn't taste as mallowy and toasty as the nose would led you to believe. It has a chalky mouthfeel, which extends through to the dry finish.",Presidents Selection,15,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2001 Presidents Selection Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2001-presidents-selection-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2001,Wolf Blass
14.3,Red,US,"Dark and concentrated, a young wine filled with tannins and sharp acids. There's a solid overlay of smoky oak, but the fruity core you want isn't there. Instead, the heat of alcohol is the dominant mouthfeel, and the wine is not likely to improve with age.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,White Oak
13.5,White,Australia,"Oak on the palate is noticeable but not cumbersome, with some yellow fruit underneath. What's here is quaffable, though, particularly if you're not sensitive to wood and all its component flavors; more fruit would have merited it a better review.",Thomas Hyland,14,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2002 Thomas Hyland Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2002-thomas-hyland-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2002,Penfolds
,White,US,"Rich enough in fruit and spice, and there's some nice green apple and pear fruit flavors. The oak is very strong and highly charred. Finishes with a dry, slightly bitter earthiness, like swallowing a bit of raw tobacco.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Peju
13.8,Red,US,"With intense cedary aromas along with hints of campfire and Christmas spices, this rock-solid, tannic Merlot shows more wood notes than pure fruit. The palate has ample berry and cherry flavors, but also a strong dose of penetrating oak, as indicated before. And on the finish that wood turns sweet: you get a strong taste of marshmallow and vanilla.",,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,E. B. Foote
,White,US,"A little light in fruit, with hints of green apples and spice. Crisp acidity helps to cleanse the palate. This is an okay, everyday drinking Chard.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chumeia 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Chumeia
13.6,White,US,"Rough and earthy, with some apple and peach flavors and a touch of oak, but also vegetal and mushroom elements. Very dry, with crisp acidity.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bearboat 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bearboat-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Bearboat
13,Red,Australia,"Lean and on the dry side, this Merlot's core is warm and ironlike, like an old Chianti. Cherry fruit, plus some oak and eucalyptus, open and close it. A good wine, though not one that will immediately conjure up images of Oz.",Bin 999,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2001 Bin 999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2001-bin-999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2001,Wyndham Estate
10.5,Sparkling,Italy,"EDITOR: SCHACH'S NOTE DOES NOT LIST ""Frizzante""  Light and apple-driven, and clean. The flavors are like lime lollipops and orange juice, which may sound unappealing but that's not the case. The wine tastes good, but ultimately it's rather simple and basic. But if you like a fresh bubbly with some candied sweetness and decent balance, you get that here.",Frizzante,10,85,,Colli Trevigiani,,Rive Della Chiesa NV Frizzante Prosecco (Colli Trevigiani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rive-della-chiesa-nv-frizzante-sparkling-prosecco-colli-trevigiani/,Prosecco,,Rive Della Chiesa
,White,US,"Middle of the road stuff. Some nice peach, citrus and apple flavors, a bit of oak, and dry. Hard to find anything in particular to praise or blame, just good clean Chardonnay.",Napa Valley Select,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2001 Napa Valley Select Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-napa-valley-select-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Rosenblum
11,Sparkling,Italy,"The nose is proper and smooth, but a touch sweet. That sweetness is confirmed on the palate, where pear flavors veer toward syrupy. The finish is simple and once again sweet, which fits the pattern. If you like yours sugary and somewhat like liquid candy, this is for you.",Santo Stefano,16,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Ruggeri Giuliano NV Santo Stefano  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-giuliano-nv-santo-stefano-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Ruggeri Giuliano
14.2,White,US,"Well-oaked, with plenty of toasty, smoky, charry flavors. The underlying fruit veers toward peaches and pears. This is a pleasant wine, not very complex, but well made. Turns very oaky again on the finish, with sweet woody tannins.",,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Miner
,Red,France,"Animal and bell pepper aromas mask a soft, relatively lightweight wine, which has fine acidity and fresh red fruit flavors.",,31,85,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Durfort-Vivens 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-durfort-vivens-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Durfort-Vivens
13.6,White,US,"Made in a highly individualistic style that's not for everyone. Tart and lean, with citrus flavors and just a riper hint of peaches. Drinks high acid, leesy and sour, with little to soften the hard, metallic mouthfeel.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2000,Paraiso Vineyards
13.7,Red,US,"There's some good Syrah character here, with plummy, peppery aromas and a nice mouthfeel. But the flavors are on the thin side, suggesting that the vines were overcropped. You find yourself wishing there were more concentration.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"This is a nice, flavorful wine with lots of peach, pear and apple tastes, and a round, creamy mouthfeel. It's a bit soft, but offers up lots to like at a gentle price.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Rodney Strong
13.9,White,US,"Lots of oak and ripe apple and peach fruit, with good acids in this dry, creamy wine. The finish is filled with cinnamon, ginger and other spices. Can't quite overcome a certain simplicity and rusticity, though.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Kirkland Ranch
14,White,France,"A touch of petrol adds a rawness to the basic apple and pear aromas on the bouquet. Flavors of apple and pear follow the nose's lead, while the finish is lean and tart. This is basic Pinot Gris with a good mouthfeel and adequate freshness, but not much resounding character.",Le Fromenteau,33,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2000 Le Fromenteau Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2000-le-fromenteau-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Josmeyer
,Red,US,"Nice and smooth drinking, with some real varietal flavors. This soft, easy wine tastes like blackberries is finishes with a spicy aftertaste.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Redwood 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Redwood
13.9,White,US,"The high-pitched, fairly sharp nose isn't oaky, but it's not terribly fruity either. Some citrus and melon flavors work well on the properly textured palate, while the finish is dry and a touch bitter. Starts well but fades quickly.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Silver Lake
13,White,US,"Very ripe and extracted, with flavors ranging from white peaches to tropical fruits. Acidity is crisp and refreshing, and there's a lot of oak-induced notes, including smoke, vanilla, toast and sweet tannins. Yummy, but one-dimensional.",Trinity Oaks Vineyard,10,85,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 2000 Trinity Oaks Vineyard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2000-trinity-oaks-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Trinchero
,White,US,"Solidly middle of the road, with sturdy flavors of peaches, some toasty oak notes, and a creamy texture. Finishes with some real richness and the tart, sour taste of lees.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trellis 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Trellis
11.5,Sparkling,France,"The aromas of lilacs and yeast are nice, but there's also an oily note there that doesn't work. The palate has grapefruit, apple and pepper, but there's also a slight meaty note, too. Get the picture? The wine has both good and bad points, so it isn't the full package.",Blanc de Blancs,8,85,Burgundy,Côte d'Or,,Kriter NV Blanc de Blancs  (Côte d'Or),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriter-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-cote-dor/,Champagne Blend,,Kriter
13,Red,Australia,"Black plum and cherry fruit on the palate is juicy, though not overblown or sweet, and wears a fair dose of oak and leather to boot. Wood persists on the finish, bothering one reviewer and interesting another.",,14,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2001 Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2001-merlot-south/,Merlot,2001,Wolf Blass
,White,US,"Combines some pretty apple flavors with earthier notes, and drinks a bit heavy in the mouth. Herbal tastes show up on the finish. Dry, with good acids and dusty tannins, and clean.",,,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2000 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Alderbrook
,Red,Australia,"Offers drying, tealike tannins from palate through to finish, plus red fruit, earth and oak flavors. Pretty standard stuff, but that's not a bad thing. Fruit from this wine come from Heathfield Vineyard, near the Bool Lagoon. - D.M.",,16,85,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heathfield Ridge 1999 Merlot (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathfield-ridge-1999-merlot-limestone-coast/,Merlot,1999,Heathfield Ridge
,White,US,"A bright, zesty wine, long on flavor and easy on the wallet. Has pretty flavors of sweet ripe peaches, framed in toasty oak, and a rich, creamy texture. This good wine is a value.",,10,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Mendocino Gold 2001 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-gold-2001-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Mendocino Gold
,Red,US,"A somewhat light-textured wine with bright acidity, zippy cherry flavors and an herbal edge redolent of bell pepper and spice. Shows a moderate, fresh finish.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2000 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2000,Stags' Leap Winery
12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"A nosing reveals charcoal, currants and black cherry. As for taste, some bitter chocolate mixes nicely with plum and vanilla, while the finish is positively fresh and lean. A touch of rusticity and leather adds character to this red bubbly. Furthermore, it's something you don't come across every day.",The Black Label,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McGuigan 2001 The Black Label Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2001-the-black-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,McGuigan
,White,US,"A bit lean in fruit, with shades of apple and peach, although the oak is very elaborate and stars with vanilla, smoke and creme brulee notes. The wine is fully dry and has crisp acidity, and is very nice for this everyday price.",,11,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Gallo of Sonoma
13.8,White,US,"A good, everyday Chard from a cool climate, with apple flavors and quite astringent. Oak softens the high acidity, and the wine comes across as somewhat tart and lean. Good, for those looking for an alternative to the fat, blowsy style.",Paragon,17,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2000 Paragon Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2000-paragon-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Edna Valley Vineyard
13.8,White,US,"Boldly assertive with full-throttle flavors of pears and apples, with a lot of sweet, smoky oak thrown in. Dryish and smoothly textured, a creamy wine that feels good and round in the mouth. Not a lot of depth, but clean and flavorful.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Château Souverain
,White,US,"Ripe grapes went into this juicy, extracted wine, with its big, bold flavors of peaches and spice. Oak adds smoky nuances and a round, creamy texture through the long finish.",Regan Vineyards,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2001 Regan Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2001-regan-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2001,Bargetto
13.7,Red,US,"A nice, full-bodied wine with a quality of elegance. Has aromas and flavors of various berries and stone fruits, and is very dry, with soft, complex tannins. Could use more concentration. A blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Carignane and Viognier.",Signet Collection Ensemble,25,86,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Signet Collection Ensemble Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-signet-collection-ensemble-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,White,France,"Intense and piercing from the get go. The nose is potent; there's a blend of lemon, honey and apricot. The zingy palate is all apple and citrus, while the finish is very fresh yet light and thin. Best for fans of lean, acid-driven whites, or to go with shellfish.",,18,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 2001 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-2001-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Hugel
12,Sparkling,France,"This Chardonnay sparkler is clean and fresh, with plenty of apple on the nose and palate. It's wholesome and well crafted; the bouquet brings you in and the flavors, feel and finish all follow suit. Robust and forward; a good young bubbly for when Champagne isn't in the cards.",Brut Prestige,9,86,Burgundy,Côte d'Or,,Kriter 2000 Brut Prestige  (Côte d'Or),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriter-2000-brut-prestige-chardonnay-cote-dor/,Chardonnay,2000,Kriter
13,White,Australia,"The reviewers who tasted this wine were in agreement about one thing: This is an unusual wine (and yes, '97 is the current vintage). Bright gold color is only the first hint of the malo that this wine has seen, and an uber-butterscotchy nose is the second hint. One reviewer describes the palate flavor as that of peach pit, and the other marvels that the wine can have this kind of weight without a lot of flavor. Yarra Burn says that the Bastard Hill Chard is made only in exceptional vintages, and has 10-15 years ahead of it; we would like to think that some time in the cellar would make it a little more comprehensible.",Bastard Hill,27,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Burn 1997 Bastard Hill Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-burn-1997-bastard-hill-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Yarra Burn
13.7,White,US,"This is a lean and young wine, whose flavors tend toward grapefruits and limes. There's also a streak of mineral and slate, and the finish is very dry and acid tart. Clearly from a cool climate, it may gain additional complexities in the cellar.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wedell Cellars 1999 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Wedell Cellars
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The yeasty vanilla and mushroom notes on the nose are typical and correct. Nectarine, apple and some resiny flavors make for an interesting palate. The finish is warm and spicy even if it's short and simple. Not the most hearty bubbly out there, but what's here is solid.",Cuvée Brut,26,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Cuvée Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-cuvee-brut-franciacorta-22486/,Champagne Blend,,Bellavista
,Sparkling,Italy,"Aromas of vanilla bean and candied almonds get it going, however, there isn't a lot of fruit to the nose. The palate deals some tangerine as well as lemon-line, but also a bit of obvious sugar. On the tail end there's a slight burnt almond note that comes across bitter, but for the most part it delivers what it should. In addition, the etched label is attractive and really catches the eye. –M.S.",,13,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Candoni NV Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candoni-nv-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,,Candoni
13,White,US,"This Idaho winery sourced its neighbor state's fruit to create this perfectly quaffable Chardonnay. Pear, orange and custard aromas yield to flavors of pear and just a hint of coconut. The finish is smooth, yet simple. Ultimately this is a good, clean, straightforward white, albeit an ordinary one.",Bistro Blanc,11,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pend d'Oreille 2000 Bistro Blanc Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-2000-bistro-blanc-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Pend d'Oreille
14.5,White,US,"A good, not great, and refreshing wine, with flavors ranging from citrus fruits to peaches. Has a good overlay of oak and crisp acids. Very clean and balanced, but lacks expected richness, and snaps to an early finish.",Reserve,29,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Merryvale 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Merryvale
,White,US,"Great aromatics on this wine, which opens with a burst of ripe peach, honeysuckle, apricot, and citrus notes. In the mouth, it's lush and rich with all kinds of stone fruit and floral flavors. Drinks subtlely off-dry, a good wine for today's Asian-inspired fare. Great value.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Jewel 2002 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-2002-viognier-other/,Viognier,2002,Jewel
12.5,White,US,"A nice, easy drinking wine made in the international style. Quite ripe and extracted, with strong apple and peach flavors. Well oaked, with a smoky, creamy texture and a honeyed taste through the finish. A little hollow mid-palate, but that's a minor defect.",,15,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Laurier 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurier-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Laurier
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Dry, dusty aromas of lemon-lime and aged cheese start it off. Tangerine and lemon flavors follow on both the palate and finish. The one fault here is the wine's weight: It's too light and dilute, which conveys a flatness despite good fruit flavors.",Gold Label,15,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Ruggeri Giuliano NV Gold Label  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-giuliano-nv-gold-label-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Ruggeri Giuliano
12.5,White,US,"Peaches, melon and the unmistakable scent of fresh cream cheese comprise the nose, which is backed up by a good mix of tangerine, melon, pear and apple. The mouthfeel is round and satisfying, while the finish is broad and substantive. Not a bad domestic Chenin.",,7,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2001 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2001-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Snoqualmie
12.5,Sparkling,South Africa,"Deeper in color than many, with caramel and toffee aromas as well as some hints of cheese and popcorn. The palate is developed and mature, with baked apple and melon flavors. But then comes a sharp note akin to lemon, which does create a lean and tart impression. But overall it has good character.",Tradition Brut,16,86,Paarl,,,Villiera NV Tradition Brut  (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villiera-nv-tradition-brut-sparkling-paarl/,Champagne Blend,,Villiera
14,Red,Australia,"Medium-bodied and easy to drink, a hint of vanilla cream gives this Cab a roundness that makes its taut plum and cherry fruit rather approachable. Midpalate to finish, the fruit gets blacker, with bacon and oak accents. Though you're not going to mistake it for a $30 wine, it's a hell of a deal for $9.",Moore's Creek,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2001 Moore's Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2001-moores-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Tyrrell's
13.7,White,US,"A nice mouthful of Chard, one that shares the finer features of the appellation. Well-ripened fruits, ranging from peaches and pears to mangoes, provide delicious flavors, while acids are crisp and bright. The wine is fully dry, with oaky notes. It's not complex or layered.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2000 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,San Simeon
,Red,France,"A surprisingly lean style, with bell pepper aromas and green pepper flavors. There is certainly fruit, and a tannic structure, but the wine seems too lightweight for a 2000 and for this property is a disappointment.",,85,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Figeac 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-figeac-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Figeac
,Red,US,"A very nice wine, with flavors of blackberries, olives and herbs wrapped in lush, soft tannins. Doesn't have a great amount of depth, but there's plenty of stuff to like.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trellis 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Trellis
13.8,Red,Australia,"Sturdy and straightforward; a little tight, perhaps, but a well-made wine with firm red plum and cherry fruit on the palate. Dry soil and drying woody tannins make up the balance; the tannins get tealike on the back end. - D.M.",Orange Vineyard,26,86,New South Wales,Orange,,Rosemount 1999 Orange Vineyard Merlot (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-orange-vineyard-merlot-orange/,Merlot,1999,Rosemount
14.5,White,US,"Grown down on the gravelly banks of the Russian River, this is not a big, rich Chard, but a lean one, with lemon and apple flavors and a sharp bite of acidity. Oak adds softening complexities and a creamy texture, but it's still a tart, clean wine.",Island Block - Estate,21,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2000 Island Block - Estate Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-island-block-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Murphy-Goode
14,Red,US,"A good, full-bodied red wine built along Cabernet lines. It has flavors of blackberries, plums and white pepper, with earthy, tobacco notes, and is very dry. Tannins are hefty but negotiable, although short-term aging is recommended for this well-built young wine.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2000 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2000,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,US,"A Cheateuneuf-style blend of Grenache, Mourvedre, Syrah, and a few others that's friendly to drink. Fully dry, with some pretty berry flavors and easy tannins, it's a good buy.",Tete-a-Tete,13,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2001 Tete-a-Tete Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2001-tete-a-tete-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
14.8,Red,Australia,"This Durif (a variety better known to Americans as Petite Sirah) has dark fruit, eucalyptus and bready flavors, and some stewed fruit and slight stemminess on the nose. It finishes with the same dark fruit that it has on the palate, plus some brown earth. Somewhat of a lightweight for its variety.",The Barkly,30,86,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells 1995 The Barkly Durif (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-1995-barkly-petite-sirah-durif-rutherglen/,Durif,1995,Campbells
13.4,Red,US,"Sort of like a photocopy of a good Napa Cabernet. Loses a bit of detail, but still has enough fruity-berry flavors to be a good wine. The rich texture and pleasing notes added by oak are especially nice.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Barnwood
13,White,Australia,"Opens with a big burst of yellow fruit (particularly peach and nectarine) and some cream and oak; this profile rides the wine out through the finish. It's not a complicated wine, but it's enjoyable and utterly quaffable, which makes it an ideal choice (given its price and its flavor profile) for large, gotta-please-everyone gatherings. - D.M.",,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Abbey Rock 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbey-rock-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Abbey Rock
14,Red,US,"An earthy and herbal offering, one that borders on having tomato aromas. Below that you'll find cherry, raspberry and chocolate prior to a rich, cooling finish that both spicy and long. If only there was some additional ripe fruit flavor here; then you'd have a sure thing.",Red Table Wine,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2000 Red Table Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2000-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2000,Canoe Ridge
13.3,Red,Australia,"Medium-weight and smooth, this Pinot's calling card is its drying tannins, which last through to the very end. Red plums on the palate have a roasted quality—or maybe it's just the char and caramelized sugar talking.",Reserve,36,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Yering Station
13.5,White,Australia,"Yalumba should call should this Chard “refreshingly unwooded”; its non-toasty flavor profile is clean and brisk. The palate offers plenty of gooseberry, stone fruit, plus lime and mineral notes. Minerally tannins extend through the finish.",Y Series - Unwooded,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2002 Y Series - Unwooded Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2002-series-unwooded-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2002,Yalumba
13.5,White,US,"Strikes a middle of the road note, offering solid varietal notes of apples, peaches and pears wrapped in toasty oak, with crisp acids. Feels round and smooth in the mouth, and finishes with a slight bitterness.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Wellington
13.8,White,US,"This is a good value in Chardonnay because it's quite rich and layered, with tiers of fruit that wash over the palate. There's a nice, earthy note, and also a good dose of oak. Finishes with a trace of bitterness.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Hahn 2001 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2001,Hahn
14.1,White,US,"A lean, sleek Chard, with citrus flavors veering into green apples, and bright, firm acids. Oak fattens and adds sweet creamy notes. Turns dry on the finish, with oriental spices.",River Lane Vineyards,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mazzocco 2000 River Lane Vineyards Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-2000-river-lane-vineyards-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Mazzocco
,White,US,"Solid middle of the road Chard, all peaches and cream and opulent spices. Dry and rich, with a creamy texture, the wine turns peppery on the finish.",Select,9,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Benson Ferry 2001 Select Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benson-ferry-2001-select-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2001,Benson Ferry
12,White,Italy,"A clean, simple white made from the native Inzolia grape that blends pear and peach flavors into a crisp, refreshing whole. Finishes with a hint of almond skin.",Regaleali Bianco,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2001 Regaleali Bianco Inzolia (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2001-regaleali-bianco-italian-white-inzolia-sicilia/,Inzolia,2001,Tasca d'Almerita
,Red,US,"Great Napa structure here, with elegant, complex tannins that are soft as brushed velvet, and fine acids. Flavorwise, it was not the best idea to vinify on its own, in this vintage that produced many lean red wines. Herbal and earthy, the wine wants more fruit.",,34,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2000 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2000,M. Cosentino
13.5,Red,Australia,"A very good wine, though more textbook than nuanced. It offers black plum and dry earthy flavors that extend through the finish; medium body and a nice blackberry-and-soil nose. - D.M.",,14,86,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Stonehaven 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stonehaven
,White,US,"A nice, easy drinking Chard with the usual winemaker bells and whistles. Peach and apple fruit is wrapped in plenty of toasted oak, and drinks smooth and creamy. Finishes a bit simple, and the wine is overpriced.",Private Reserve,30,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2000 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2000-private-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lolonis
,Red,US,"Dark and rich, a young, expressive wine with plummy, spicy flavors and tannins so rich and thick, they're bound to age. It's not clear, however, if Cab Franc is worth vinifying on its own. This wine has a certain one-dimensionality.",,44,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 2000 Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-2000-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Niebaum-Coppola
,Sparkling,US,"The nose bears an uncanny similarity to applesauce, yet it's certainly not unpleasant. The palate features an expressive blend of apples and citrus, while the finish is smooth and of moderate length. If there's anything to fault here it's that the wine feels sharp on the tongue, and at the center it seems a touch candied. –M.S.",Cuvee Christian Brut,27,86,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1998 Cuvee Christian Brut Sparkling (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1998-cuvee-christian-brut-sparkling-long-island-hamptons/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Wölffer
13.7,White,US,"Aromas of match stick along with pears and apples get it started. Citrus, mostly lemon, carries the palate, which is fresh and properly weighty courtesy of bracing acidity. The finish is long, with some vanilla notes. Best served well chilled. Once the wine warms it loses some of its freshness.",,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2001 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2001-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2001,E. B. Foote
,White,US,"A tricky, subtle wine, not for everyone. High acidity lends a punch to the citrus and wildflower flavors, and there's a slightly sour taste to the finish, probably from extended lees aging.",,28,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2001 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2001-viognier-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Viognier,2001,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,Red,France,"New wood dominates this wine at this stage. But the solid, chunky fruit that is lingering underneath the wood promises well for the future. This is certainly one of the top growths in Listrac.",,26,86,Bordeaux,Listrac,,Château Fourcas Hosten 2000  Listrac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fourcas-hosten-2000-red-listrac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Fourcas Hosten
12,Red,Australia,"Medium-bodied, with gummy tannins, this Cab's core is of red fruit that verges on tangy, with dark soil and oak notes to dress it up. Has nice blackberry, eucalyptus and wheat notes on the nose; finishes with more oak and soil.",Reserve,40,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Burton 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burton-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Burton
13.5,Red,Australia,"There's plenty of plum to be had here, from nose to finish. Aromas of soy, or rice noodles or something of the sort, add interest to the nose. Tannins are gummy in the mouth, and dry out on the back end, where a burst of fleshy fruit resurfaces. - D.M.",Foggo Road Limited Release,38,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 1999 Foggo Road Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-1999-foggo-road-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Simon Hackett
,Red,US,"Red, ripe, and juicy, a fun wine to slosh around your mouth and enjoy the berry, cherry and cola flavors. Dryish, although there's a honeyed core of fruit swimming in a gentle wash of tannins.",Red Rock Ridge,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 1999 Red Rock Ridge Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-1999-red-rock-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Sierra Vista
,White,US,"Fruit salad in a glass, with big flavors of peaches, limes, apples, and grapefruit. Drier than most of today's Viogniers, with very crisp acids that wash over the palate and stimulate it for food.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston of Dry Creek 2002 Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-dry-creek-2002-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2002,Preston of Dry Creek
12.5,White,Italy,"This blend of Inzolia and Chardonnay displays slightly creamy, lactic aromas, along with hints of toast and an intriguing peppery note. The flavors are more delicate, featuring peaches and pears and an elegant finish.",Leone d'Almerita,15,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2001 Leone d'Almerita White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2001-leone-white-sicilia/,White Blend,2001,Tasca d'Almerita
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a fruity wine brimming with strong blackberry and cherry flavors, and a rich, spicy earthiness like cinnamon espresso. There are some raisiny notes but they add complexity to this dry, softly complex wine.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Esser Cellars 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-cellars-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Esser Cellars
13.2,White,US,"Here you get the whole fruit bowl. Melon, pear and apple aromas with some fresh floral notes are followed by banana, cantaloupe and pear flavors. Some light oak spreads across the finish. All in all the feel is a touch flat; brighter acidity would give it an extra boost that it could use.",,19,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2001 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2001-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2001,Canoe Ridge
14.2,White,US,"An interesting wine with tight acids and tannins and compressed fruit, the result of austere mountain growing conditions. Flavors range from lemons to green apples, but the overlay of oak is strong, with a powerful toasty note.",,16,87,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 2001 Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2001-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,2001,Atlas Peak
13.5,White,Australia,"Has a round, custardy mouthfeel that says Chardonnay, but flavors that may remind you more of Sauvignon Blanc. Zesty citrus and mineral notes foil modest yellow fruit on the palate, with white pepper notes brightening up the nose and finish.",Classic Reserve,9,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2002 Classic Reserve Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2002-classic-reserve-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2002,Angove's
,Red,US,"A cedary blend of spicy, licorice-like flavors, laced with blackbery and herb notes. The body is moderate for Napa Cabernet. Tannins are firm but powdery,while the finish is moderate in length. -J.M.",,35,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Provenance Vineyards 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provenance-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Provenance Vineyards
16,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Peter Leske has made only 80 cases of this 16% alcohol Zin, and, however unconvential a variety for Australia, it is a noble effort. Medium-bodied with a gummy, resiny texture, the palate offers sweet red fruit, plus a smooth mineral-woody overlay. Finishes a little hot, but with nice caramel and earth notes, and some drying tannins. - D.M.",,36,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Nepenthe 1999 Zinfandel (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nepenthe-1999-zinfandel-south/,Zinfandel,1999,Nepenthe
13.9,Red,US,"From an up-and-coming winery, a nice wine with berry and earth flavors, and some rich chocolate and tobacco notes. Very dry, but it's pretty tannic. Might soften and gain some complexity with a few years in the cellar.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Huntington 2000 Cabernet Franc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2000-cabernet-franc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Huntington
13.9,Red,US,"Astringent and herbal, a taut wine marked by tobacco, oregano and mint notes. But it's not without its charms. Bone dry, with thick, gentle tannins and pronounced acidity, it nonetheless has a taste and individuality that make it interesting.",Blues Cuvee,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 2000 Blues Cuvee Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2000-blues-cuvee-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Longoria
13,Red,Australia,"Medium and smooth in the mouth, the Cab's so prevalent here you'd think there was more than 52% here. There's sturdy blackberry and black plum fruit on the palate, plus some eucalyptus and toast; dry, oaky tannins finish it off. A very good, though textbook, sort of wine. - D.M.",Katnook Estate,11,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Riddoch Estate 2000 Katnook Estate Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riddoch-estate-2000-katnook-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Riddoch Estate
,Red,US,,Kings Ridge Reserve,85,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1997 Kings Ridge Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1997-kings-ridge-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,St. Francis
13.5,Red,Australia,"Medium-bodied with chalky tannins, this textbook Merlot offers blackberries and raspberries from palate to finish. Nice toasted-nut and caramel aromas, and a twinge of leafiness, complement the blackberries on the nose. - D.M.",Wrattonbully - Limited Edition,30,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Smith & Hooper 2000 Wrattonbully - Limited Edition Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-hooper-2000-wrattonbully-limited-edition-merlot-south/,Merlot,2000,Smith & Hooper
12.5,White,Australia,"Bring this Chardonnay straight to the raw bar: Its white stone fruit, mineral and pear flavors, and gravelly tannins offer just the right mix of zing and fleshiness in the mouth. Finishes with like flavors, but a bit more intensity. 25,000 cases produced.",Moore's Creek,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2002 Moore's Creek Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2002-moores-creek-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Tyrrell's
,Red,US,"This blend of Grenache, Mourvedre and Syrah is a little sharp, although the tannins are resolved. At nearly five years, it's showing its age with a loss of fruit and a pickup of herbs and tobacco.",Noir,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 1998 Noir Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-1998-noir-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13.9,Red,US,"Not overly intense or extracted, this California Cabernet Sauvignon relies on blanace and smoothness to impress. Mild cedar and cassis aromas and flavors are exactly what you expect, turning slightly herbal and tea-like on the finish.",Estate Bottled,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1999 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1999-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Freemark Abbey
12,Sparkling,France,"Smooth and yeasty, with clean and pleasant pear aromas. The palate deals apple and pear fruit, and a hint of sweet, ripe banana. The finish is short, but what's there is pure and smooth. A solid, tasty Champagne that hits nearly all the right chords.",Classique Brut,26,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles de Cazanove NV Classique Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cazanove-nv-classique-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles de Cazanove
,Red,US,"At first it seems so easygoing: lots of fruit; a rich, dark, chocolaty wine. But underneath there is a fair amount of structure that will carry it along for a couple of years. I love this style of Californian wine. There's a slight sweetness to the fruit as well as ripe tannins that never intrude.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Castle Rock 1998 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Castle Rock
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Very light in color, with pleasant soda and flower-like aromas. This is the epitome of a free and easy bubbly, one that's super easy to drink. It's sweet and fruity, with the full allotment of citrus. Not complex or stately, but solid and fun.",Giustino B. - Extra Dry,20,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Ruggeri Giuliano 2001 Giustino B. - Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-giuliano-2001-giustino-b-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2001,Ruggeri Giuliano
13.8,Red,US,"Distinct and eccentric, a powerfully rich and strong wine brimming with aromas and flavors of hung meat, white pepper, wild forest berries, and freshly picked green, savory herbs. Dry in the mouth, but super-fruity and big. Tannins need some time to calm down. Carignane, Syrah, Mourvedre and Grenache.",Chateau La Paws Cote du Bone Roan,16,87,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2001 Chateau La Paws Cote du Bone Roan Red (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-chateau-paws-cote-bone-roan-red-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Rosenblum
13.8,White,US,"This plump Napa Chard shows off plenty of ripe fruit, ranging from apples to pears and lemons to limes. A hint of vanilla emerges as it sits in the glass. A fruity, pleasant drink that finishes with food-friendly lean and lemony flavors.",Estate Bottled,18,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2001 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2001-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,2001,Freemark Abbey
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Dry and dusty, with an aromatic note of white pepper. The palate is fruity and sweet, but it's also got some complexity going for it. The flavors are well blended and the grapefruit notes are ripe and sweet rather than tart. And the finish is pleasantly dry, with licorice notes.",Spumante Extra Dry,12,87,Veneto,Montello e Colli Asolani,,Rive Della Chiesa NV Spumante Extra Dry Prosecco (Montello e Colli Asolani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rive-della-chiesa-nv-spumante-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-montello-e-colli-asolani/,Prosecco,,Rive Della Chiesa
12.5,Sparkling,New Zealand,"This New Zealand winery excels with Sauvignon Blanc and offers some good Pinot Noir, and it's bubbly isn't bad at all. It's robust and toasty on the bouquet, and fairly full-force. The mouth is large and creamy, with typical apple and citrus flavors and also a hint of mustard. The feel across the palate is good, but also a touch aggressive. –M.S.",Elstree Cuvée Brut,30,87,Marlborough,,,Highfield Estate 1998 Elstree Cuvée Brut Sparkling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highfield-estate-1998-elstree-cuvee-brut-sparkling-marlborough/,Sparkling Blend,1998,Highfield Estate
12,Sparkling,France,"Mostly Chardonnay, and quite crisp and well made. Apple, pear and toasted bread aromas lead you straight to apple and cinnamon flavors, which then yield to a dryness on the finish that holds your attention. Zesty and forthright. An interesting sparkler for certain, and one from Burgundy.",,,87,Burgundy,Crémant de Bourgogne,,Les Amis des Hospices de Dijon NV  Crémant de Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amis-hospices-dijon-nv-sparkling-cremant-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Les Amis des Hospices de Dijon
14.1,White,US,"A full-bodied, strongly flavored wine, with green apples and citrus fruits powerfully dosed with smoky oak and lees. Very dry and well-structured. The finish is spicy and tobaccoey, and turns yeasty-sour.",Saralee's Vineyard,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Baystone 2000 Saralee's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baystone-2000-saralees-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Baystone
,White,US,"Here's a big, fruity puppy of a wine, filled with life and zest and wagging a friendly tail. You'll love the rich lime and peach flavors, with their hint of spearmint and vanilla and long, dry finish.",,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2001 Roussanne (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2001-roussanne-sierra-foothills/,Roussanne,2001,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
12,White,France,"This semisweet Kosher Gewurz is clean and well made. The nose offers pear and butterscotch, while the sweet and spicy palate provides some litchi and white chocolate. It's round and sweet, but easy to drink. An easy wine that shouldn't disappoint.",Grand Cru,12,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Verbau 2001 Grand Cru Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verbau-2001-grand-cru-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Verbau
13,Red,Australia,"Opens with fat red and black fruit, plus some chocolate and cinnamon. It's medium-bodied with red plum and raspberry fruit on the palate, this Cab has soft tannins and a fleshy, caramelly finish. It's got just the right body to drink tonight with dinner—have a glass with just about anything that you throw on the grill.",Presidents Selection,20,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2000 Presidents Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2000-presidents-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Wolf Blass
,White,US,"Kind of tart and lean, with citrus flavors just nudging into green apples. Oak adds considerable richness and viscosity, and most of the barrels underwent malolactic fermentation, but it's still an angular Chardonnay. The finish is lemony.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Silverado
13.5,White,France,"The tint is gold but browning, indicating that this may already be fading. The cinnamon-and-apples nose with hints of shoe leather requires patience if you are to enjoy it, while the palate of sweet applesauce, honey and dried apricot is intriguing if not overly fresh. Drink now for the rich flavors; but even current drinking will reveal a low-acid flatness that negates balance.",Sparr Prestige,20,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2000 Sparr Prestige Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2000-sparr-prestige-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Pierre Sparr
11.5,Sparkling,France,"What a solid Alsatian sparkler this is. Some banana and caramel notes richen the nose, while flavors of grapefruit, licorice and lemon zest dot the palate. The finish is dry and toasty, with quite a bit of the essence of citrus rind and pepper.",Blanc de Noirs,15,87,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Willm NV Blanc de Noirs Pinot Noir (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willm-nv-blanc-noirs-pinot-noir-cremant-dalsace/,Pinot Noir,,Willm
,White,US,"A well-made, attractive Chardonnay from a veteran Chard guy, this wine is fully ripened, with delicious peach and pear flavors. It's a bit soft, but sturdy oak helps to contribute structure to this polished, eminently drinkable wine.",,29,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Arrowood
,Red,France,"Untypical of Saint-Julien, this wine is solid, chunky, quite foursquare. But it has good punch, richness and depth, along with concentrated black fruits.",,30,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gloria 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gloria-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Gloria
,Red,France,"There is plenty of fine fruit in this wine. It has fresh, lively blackcurrant flavors as well as generous, soft, sweet tannins. It seems rather one-dimensional at this stage, leaving a question-mark over its development.",,20,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Fombrauge 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fombrauge-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Fombrauge
,Red,France,"A fruit-dominated wine, full of sweet, ripe, juicy flavors. It is not complex, but its richness in this vintage is going to make it very drinkable in five years.",,34,87,Bordeaux,Moulis,,Château Poujeaux 2000  Moulis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-poujeaux-2000-red-moulis/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Poujeaux
,Red,US,"This wine is very varietal, with strong and pronounced notes of white peper and blackberries. These strong flavors are wrapped in dry, soft tannins and adequate acidity. Has everything but nuance and breed, which may come in future vintages. A winery to watch.",Crossroads Vineyard,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 2000 Crossroads Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2000-crossroads-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Curtis
13,White,US,A very drinkable chardonnay from this well-known producer of bargain priced wines. Clean and not overly manipulated with pleasing pear and spice aromas and flavors. The oak is nicely integrated (a pleasant surprise) and ends with a mildly spicy finish of moderate length.,Reserve,,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Barefoot Cellars 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-1997-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma/,Chardonnay,1997,Barefoot Cellars
,White,US,,,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Windsor
14,Red,Australia,"Medium-bodied, borderline big, really; nice, dusty tannins swathe a core of ripe red plums and raspberries. Opens and closes with oak's signature spice and black peppery notes. - D.M.",Show Reserve,24,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek,,Rosemount 2000 Show Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-show-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2000,Rosemount
,Red,US,"Starts off with bell pepper, smoke, spice and earth on the nose. The follow-up features black chery, plum, coffee, cola and toast flavors. Tannins are fairly soft, while the finish si bright, with an herbal twist.",Hozhoni Vineyard,30,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rutherford Oaks 2000 Hozhoni Vineyard Syrah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-oaks-2000-hozhoni-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-rutherford/,Syrah,2000,Rutherford Oaks
13.5,Red,US,"An extraordinarily dense, rich wine, with huge fruit. Blackcherries, blackberries, nectarines, blueberries, the list goes on and on. This flavor is packed into soft but complex tannins and soft acids. A bit more structure would be nice.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2000 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2000-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Peju
13.7,Red,US,"Floral and herbal aromas intertwine with scents of toasty oak and bright raspberry-cherry fruit in this delicious offering from the Rancho Salina and Blue Rock vineyards. Benziger's Imagery Series always offers distinctive flavors, some more successfully than others, but this one is a hit—and ready to drink as well.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Imagery 1996 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1996-cabernet-franc-sonoma/,Cabernet Franc,1996,Imagery
13.5,Red,US,"88 Wolff 2001 Syrah (Edna Valley); $18. A wine that takes the Northern Rhone as a model, it does share that peppery, plum and blackberry flavors, rich tannins, and full-bodied character. Has a certain one-dimensionality, but not without interest. A wine and winery to watch.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2001 Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2001,Wolff
14.1,White,US,"Good, rich Chard, nicely packed with ripe flavors of white peach, apple and pear. A solid overlay of toasty oak adds smoky, spicy notes and a creamy texture. Finishes smooth and polished.",,17,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Charles Krug
,Red,France,"A serious wine, which still offers rich, powerful fruits. The aromas are of herbs and red fruits, the tannins are dense, with berry flavors, and the final effect is of great pure fruit.",,45,88,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château Lafleur-Gazin 2000  Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafleur-gazin-2000-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Lafleur-Gazin
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Malt, vanilla and citrus aromas lead into a full-force palate loaded with flavors of orange, grapefruit and lime. The finish is smooth and pure, while the feel is good and light. This fresh bubbly is immensely easy to drink and satisfying.",,12,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Carpenè Malvolti NV  Prosecco di Conegliano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpene-malvolti-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano/,Prosecco,,Carpenè Malvolti
,Red,France,"A very typical wine for the year, with its generous ripe fruit and blackberry jelly flavors. There is just a hint of animal on the palate, but this is overwhelmed by the rich texture.",,110,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Julien,,Château Gruaud Larose 2000  Saint-Julien,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-gruaud-larose-2000-red-saint-julien/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Gruaud Larose
,Red,France,"One of the stars in Listrac, Fonréaud is producing a modern style of wine, with plenty of new wood. The flavors are ripe, black, generous, while allowing a sense of elegance as well.",,15,88,Bordeaux,Listrac,,Château Fonréaud 2000  Listrac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonreaud-2000-red-listrac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Fonréaud
14,Red,Australia,"Darker, and with more nuance than many other Coonawarra Cabs, the Penley's black-plum fruit wears a dusting of wheat bran; it finishes (however sooner than I'd like) with similar flavors. On the nose, the fruit's redder—there may even be some tomato in there. A nice, medium-bodied Cab, this would pair nicely with black bean stew, or even hamburgers.",Reserve,58,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Penley Estate
,Red,US,"Light textured, fresh and lemony, the wine has a sublte touch of toast and herb flavors. Hints of melon, pear and apple round off the flavors. It finishes with a fresh mineral edge.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Pietra Santa 2001 Chardonnay (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Pietra Santa
14.5,White,US,"Made from best barrels, this wine offers more richness and satisfaction than Merryvale's Reserve bottling, although it's far from a big wine. Flavors of peaches and apples are restrained. Oak plays a vital role here in enriching and fattening the wine.",Silhouette,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2000 Silhouette Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2000-silhouette-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Merryvale
,Red,Australia,"A slight herbal or minty note on the palate keeps this GSM from falling into an abyss of blackness, albeit a pleasant blackness, of black berries, earth and toast. Medium-bodied with chalky tannins, it finishes with juicy mixed plum fruit. - D.M.",The Holy Trinity,33,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1999 The Holy Trinity Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1999-the-holy-trinity-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Grant Burge
13,Red,Australia,"The core of this Cab is red plum coated in chalky but smooth tannins that extend through the finish. Nut, toast and Bourbon-liqueurish aromas emerge on the nose. (Thanks, French oak barrels!) An approachable, yummy Cab...and it won't break the bank, either.",Blewitt Springs,15,88,South Australia,Fleurieu Peninsula,,Hillsview Vineyards 1999 Blewitt Springs Cabernet Sauvignon (Fleurieu Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hillsview-1999-blewitt-springs-cabernet-sauvignon-fleurieu-peninsula/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hillsview Vineyards
,White,US,"A wine of considerable interest and depth. The flavors are lemon-and-limey, with notes of fig and cinnamon and smoky scents from oak. Drinks tart in acids, with some bitterness in the finish. However the balance and elegance are attractive.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"Distinctive for its depth of flavor and smooth, velvety tannins. Carries some polished plum, tobacco, black cherry and tart flavors through the finish. A blend of Mourvedre, Syrah, Grenache, and Counoise.",Heritage Cuvee,14,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Curtis 2000 Heritage Cuvee Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2000-heritage-cuvee-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Curtis
13,Red,US,"Heavily oaked, with aromas of marshmallow, cherry and rubber. The palate is firm and tannic, with spicy flavors and cherry-style fruit. The finish is tart and tight, but very ripe and pure. This wine needs some time to lose its tannic fierceness; just an hour of airing did it wonders.",Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Cabernet Franc,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Cuneo 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Cabernet Franc Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuneo-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-cabernet-franc-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Cuneo
,Sparkling,US,"This rich and yeasty sparkler is very much like the wines of Champagne that it's modeled after. The nose is yeasty and full of pear aromas, while the palate is defined by orange and apple flavors. The finish is smooth and comes in a couple of layers, and overall the it is mouthfilling and pure.",Brut,24,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1999 Brut  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1999-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1999,Domaine Carneros
13.1,Sparkling,Australia,"The nose is like a basket of fresh-picked strawberries, while the palate is deeper and richer, and fairly chewy. The flavors run toward cherry and chocolate, and the feel is smooth throughout. Yes, it's a bit like a cough drop at times, but mostly it's full, balanced, snappy and pleasurable. Quite the find among red-grape sparklers.",Sparkling,26,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Gibson's BarossaVale 2000 Sparkling Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gibsons-barossavale-2000-sparkling-merlot-south/,Merlot,2000,Gibson's BarossaVale
13.5,Red,Australia,"Offers penetrating aromas of mint, black soil and meat. The red fruit on the palate is a little tight, and is dressed in judicious oak and powdery tannins. A very nice wine; in a perfect world, it'd have a little more stuffing and a longer finish, but wouldn't they all?",Bin 56,19,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1999 Bin 56 Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1999-bin-56-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Leasingham
13,White,France,"Lemon, green apple and a touch of hay or milkweed define the bouquet. The palate is spicy yet sweet, offering a mix of pepper, grapefruit and litchi. The long and smooth finish comes in layers that carry notes of brown sugar and tangerine. Drink now.",Mambourg,23,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 1999 Mambourg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-1999-mambourg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Pierre Sparr
,Dessert,US,"An intensely sweet wine, with an amazing residual sugar level of 18.7 percent. Sweetness covers a multitude of sins. This wine has flavors of apricots and peaches and is clean, with good acids. It has no particular complexity but is delicious anyway.",Late Harvest,35,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1997 Late Harvest Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1997-late-harvest-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Lolonis
14.4,Red,US,,Fralich Vineyard Cuvée,28,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dover Canyon 1999 Fralich Vineyard Cuvée Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dover-canyon-1999-fralich-vineyard-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Dover Canyon
,White,US,"A good Chard that balances ripe, forward flavors with a degree of delicacy and balance. The flavors veer toward sweet citrus fruits, peaches and pears, spiced up with a touch of smoky oak. Crisp acids and peppery spices hit on the long finish.",,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 2001 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2001-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2001,Bouchaine
,Red,France,"This is Gérard Perse's home, and he has done wonders for a vineyard on the sandy plain of Saint-Emilion. With 2000, the property has shone, producing a serious, complex wine that boasts black fruits and solid tannins. The acidity and wood flavors give it shape and leave a delicious, lingering taste.",,160,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Monbousquet 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-monbousquet-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Monbousquet
,Red,France,"Juicy fruit is the dominant character of this delicious, immediately accessible wine which is made by the Mouton-Rothschild team. There are certainly wood layers, and huge tannins, but the wonderful fresh fruit just cannot be subdued.",,,88,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château d'Armailhac 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-darmailhac-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château d'Armailhac
,White,US,"Here's a tight, lemon-and-lime flavored wine with crisp acidity, for those who like their Chards on the steely, minerally side. It's very clean,refreshing and sleek, and the winemaker did not slather a ton of oak on the fresh, pretty fruit.",Myers Limited Reserve,22,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2000 Myers Limited Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2000-myers-limited-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,White Oak
,White,US,"Quite bright, with zippy acidity. The fruit flavors lean toward melon, peach, pear, lemon and spice flavors. Pretty vanilla aromas are up front, but the style is leaner than this winery's other single vineyard Chardonnays. A first release from this vineyard. -J.M.",Two Rock Vineyard,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Gallo of Sonoma 2001 Two Rock Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2001-two-rock-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2001,Gallo of Sonoma
13,White,France,"Fresh and pure, with pineapple and pine needle aromas. The apple, pear and honey flavors are accented by some nutmeg, while the smooth finish has a hint of butterscotch. Good acidity and a fine texture make it pleasant to drink.",,13,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2001 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2001-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Pierre Sparr
14,Red,Australia,"Robust, with ripe plum and cherry flavors, the palate is accented with pleasing briary, earthy notes, but also a hint of green stemminess. Medium-weight, with red fruit and caramel on the nose, it closes with dry oak and green tobacco notes. - D.M.",Remus Old Vine,40,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Sons of Eden 2000 Remus Old Vine Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sons-eden-2000-remus-old-vine-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Sons of Eden
13.9,White,US,"This fairly plump yet sturdy Chard delivers creamy oak aromatics supported by notes of perfume and bee's wax. The palate is ample, with clean flavors of pear, lemon and apricot. Lastly, a buttery but welcome taste appears on the long finish. With more expressive fruit, this could be a star. Even as is it's quite good.",Reserve,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2000-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Silver Lake
13,Red,Australia,"Sturdy and ripe, with beautiful purple-brick color, this is a wine with great pairing potential for lamb or other grilled meats. Black fruit on the nose has interesting accents of water chestnuts, or maybe bamboo shoots. Juicy blackberry and tobacco flavors are front and center in the mouth, and continue on through the finish.",Show Reserve,15,88,New South Wales,Riverina,,Warburn 2000 Show Reserve Durif (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warburn-2000-show-reserve-petite-sirah-durif-riverina/,Durif,2000,Warburn
,Red,France,"A bright, but austere wine which is relatively light for the vintage. But there are red fruits and fresh flavors which suggest the wine will develop quickly.",,,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larcis Ducasse 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larcis-ducasse-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Larcis Ducasse
20,Dessert,US,"An eccentric late harvest Chardonnay with some interesting qualities. Underlying flavors of peaches, but sweetness and perhaps a touch of botrytis add apicot notes. There's also a taste like fine espresso sweetened with a teaspoon or two of cane sugar. Excellent acidity keeps things lively.",Chardonnay del Sol,25,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 1998 Chardonnay del Sol Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-1998-chardonnay-sol-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Cedar Mountain
13.5,White,France,"Quite pure, with fresh aromas of lemon and wild flowers. The flavor profile is rock solid, with notes of apple, pear and cinnamon. Lastly, the smooth, moderately long finish is a nice encore to a lush, substantial, mostly fault-free opening act.",Reserve,15,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2001 Reserve Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2001-reserve-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Pierre Sparr
13.9,Red,US,,Tench Vineyard,65,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1999 Tench Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1999-tench-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Nickel & Nickel
14.5,Red,Australia,,Short Row,30,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2001 Short Row Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2001-short-row-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2001,Fox Creek
13.5,White,US,"A well-ripened and well-oaked wine featuring flavors of sweet citrus, apples, peaches and pears. Benefits from refreshing acidity and mild, dusty tannins. Lees plays a supporting role.",Block Collection Ricci Vineyard,21,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Geyser Peak 2001 Block Collection Ricci Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-block-collection-ricci-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2001,Geyser Peak
,Red,France,"The French call this wine harmonious, and it is balance that gives it its charm, its character and its intensity. It starts with black, dense fruits and only half way through do the tannins kick in. At the end, the whole is greater than the parts, with acidity the last lingering memory.",,60,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Clerc Milon 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-clerc-milon-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Clerc Milon
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Light in color and lithe, with flowery aromas along with hints of orange blossom and lemon-lime. There's a good reason why this Prosecco is so popular: it's sleek and smooth, with a graceful mouthfeel and perfect acidity. At restaurants it's the prescribed palate prep, a wine to sip casually before moving on to bigger things. And the flavors of pears, apples and lime soda are just right. –M.S.",Prosecco Brut DOC,11,89,Veneto,Veneto,,Zardetto NV Prosecco Brut DOC Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zardetto-nv-prosecco-brut-doc-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,,Zardetto
,Red,France,"From the same stable as Haut-Brion, La Tour Haut-Brion reveals a fruity, almost frivolous character that makes it immediately charming. But there is no question that the soft, rich, black jelly fruits are the mask for a more concentrated, tannic structure. Give it 5-10 years.",,60,89,Bordeaux,Pessac-Léognan,,Château La Tour Haut-Brion 2000  Pessac-Léognan,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-haut-brion-2000-red-pessac-leognan/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château La Tour Haut-Brion
13.9,Red,US,,Krupp Vineayard,50,89,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Van Asperen 1997 Krupp Vineayard Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-asperen-1997-krupp-vineayard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Van Asperen
14.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz offers over-the-top blackberry, raspberry and caramel flavors, with a chili-spicy kick, but doesn't quite have the plushness that such big flavors warrant. Stewy black and red berries on the nose have caramel nuances; heat (or is it jalapeño?) punctuates the finish.",La Testa,78,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Classic McLaren 2000 La Testa Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/classic-mclaren-2000-testa-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Classic McLaren
13,White,US,"Yeasty and proper in the nose, with a hint of apple blossom. The palate features healthy fruit in the standard pears-and-apples realm, and then some welcome nuances of nutmeg and cinnamon. The finish is dry, long and solid, and overall it delivers the full Champagne experience with no flaws. All in all, a good bubbly effort out of the Northwest. –M.S.",Brut,22,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Elk Cove 1999 Brut Sparkling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1999-brut-sparkling-other/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Elk Cove
,Red,France,"Attractive, fresh flavors with ripe, red fruits make this wine very forward and immediate. It does lack some concentration, but the ripe fruit and delicate perfumes will make it beautifully drinkable in five years.",,16,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château d'Angludet 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dangludet-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château d'Angludet
,Red,France,"Dense, sweet fruit, offering as much elegance as richness. It is poised, with pure, elegant fruit flavors. As it develops, the fruit is going to become more and more delicious, while the dusty tannins will soften to reveal great opulence.",,46,89,Bordeaux,Pomerol,,Château La Grave à Pomerol 2000  Pomerol,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grave-a-pomerol-2000-red-pomerol/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château La Grave à Pomerol
,Red,France,"With its fine, ripe tannins and immediately attractive acidity, this is a wine which looks set to develop relatively fast but with style.",,30,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château les Ormes de Pez 2000  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ormes-pez-2000-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château les Ormes de Pez
,Red,France,"The younger brother of Lafite, Duhart-Milon exhibits deliciously pure fruit. The wine is deceptively soft, because under the black jelly fruits, there are also dusty, dry, firm tannins. At the end, though, it is the vibrant fruit which lingers.",,40,89,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Duhart-Milon 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-duhart-milon-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Duhart-Milon
13,Red,Australia,"The best thing about this Cab is its texture, which is something between tealike and claylike. Fruit on the palate is juicy, both red and black, accented with a manageable amount of char. Finishes with dark clay notes. With dark earth, black olive and a hint of herb on the nose, you might mistake it for a baby Bordeaux.",,21,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yarra Burn 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarra-burn-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-yarra-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Yarra Burn
14.1,White,US,"A young, tight mountain Chardonnay with a steely mouthfeel and crisp acids. There's a core of peach and apple fruit wound around the dusty tannins, while oak adds cream and vanilla notes. Best to cellar for a year.",Vintner's Select Mountain Top Vineyard,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2001 Vintner's Select Mountain Top Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2001-vintners-select-top-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Pride Mountain
,Red,US,"Here's a young Cabernet with lots going for it, in the melange of berry and earth flavors and nice structure. Tannins are firm and fine, and the overlay of smoky oak fits like a glove. Pleasant now, but those tannins suggest rich, well-marbled meat.",Bradford Mountain,28,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 1999 Bradford Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-1999-bradford-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Peterson
,Sparkling,Italy,"A nosing reveals a pungent bouquet of lemon-lime and clover. The flavors of ripe apple and Bartlett pear are pure and unmistakable, while more apple comes on strong on the powerful finish. Very good and balanced, with just the right touch of sugar.",,14,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Masottina NV  Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Masottina
14,White,US,"This soft, elegant wine made from select lots shows plush peach, apple, pear, melon and caramel notes on the nose and in the mouth. The peach is particularly distinct. Not overpowering, it's a sleeper that has plenty of texture, plus butterscotch and coconut flavors playing out on the even finish.",Reserve,31,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Markham
,White,US,"89 Cosentino 2000 The Sculptor Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley); $30. Bells and whistles Chard, with good and ripe flavors of peaches and pears elaborately framed in well-toasted oak, which brings vanilla, smoke and spicy notes. Feels round and creamy in the mouth, and finishes with a honeyed richness.",The Sculptor Reserve,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2000 The Sculptor Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-sculptor-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"Pretty peach, apricot, mealon and spice notes frame a core of refreshing, lemon-like acidity. The finish shows a hint of vanilla and more spice. This wine is fun, fresh and lively to the end. -J.M.",Vogelzang Vineyard,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2001 Vogelzang Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2001-vogelzang-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2001,Silver
13.9,Red,US,"Clearly well-made and from pedigreed grapes, with very fine tannins, the sort that are tough and dusty but go down like velvet. It is a bit light on the blackberry and plum, no doubt a problem of the light vintage. Best to drink up soon.","Estate, Unfiltered",48,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,"Signorello 2000 Estate, Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2000-estate-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Signorello
13.5,White,Australia,"Medium and smooth in the mouth, Jacob's Creek's top Chard (check?) has stone and star fruits at its core, and a sleek mineral quality. Creamy on the nose, but with a lively lime streak that keeps it crisp. Finishes medium-long with drying minerals.",Limited Release,33,89,South Australia,Padthaway,,Jacob's Creek 2000 Limited Release Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2000-limited-release-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,2000,Jacob's Creek
,Red,France,"This chateau shows continual improvement, and 2000 is a triumph. The wine is in a modern style, although at this stage its tannins are still firm and dry. Red fruit flavors and blackcurrants promise huge drinking pleasure to come.",,25,89,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Larmande 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-larmande-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Larmande
,Red,France,"This is not as big or as concentrated as many 2000s. But it has elegance and style, along with fine, ripe perfumed fruit and attractive, balancing acidity. Give this wine at least 8 years before drinking.",,40,89,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Siran 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-siran-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Siran
,Red,US,A rich and distinguished Cabernet with well-ripened flavors of blackcurrants and cassis. There's a depth that impresses. The tannins are fairly thick and suggest mid-term cellaring.,,33,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Clos Pegase
,Red,US,"Beautiful dark color, with rich aromas of berries, plums, smoke, meat and white pepper. Drinks lush and full-bodied, a very fine wine.  Perfect with short ribs.",,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2000 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2000,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13.5,White,US,"A rich, opulent wine at an unbelievable price, this Chard has layers of ripe peaches, pears and tropical fruits, and a lush overlay of toasty oak. The wonderfully creamy texture leads to a long, spicy finish. Despite the statewide appellation, this is as good as many regional Chardonnays.",,8,90,California,California Other,California,Esser Cellars 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esser-cellars-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Esser Cellars
,Red,France,"This is a very modern style of wine, with generous new wood and super-ripe fruit flavors, balancing with polished solid tannins. Very international in style, it is good, but could come from anywhere.",,70,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Pontet-Canet 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pontet-canet-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Pontet-Canet
,Red,France,"This fifth growth is punching above its class under the control of Claire Villars-Lurton (whose family also runs Chasse-Spleen and La Gurgue). The wine is foursquare, rich and solid, filled with firm tannins.Blackcurrant fruit flavors, herbs and acidity complet a serious style of wine.",,34,90,Bordeaux,Pauillac,,Château Haut Bages Libéral 2000  Pauillac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-bages-liberal-2000-red-pauillac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Haut Bages Libéral
,Red,France,"This was the last vintage at Clos Fourtet under the ownership of the Lurtons. They made fine wine, but the potential of the property was never quite realized. The wine just fails to excite: it is rich and concentrated with ripe tannins and some sweetness, but at the same time, there is a layer of acidity and structure which gives the wine a firm, solid shape.",,51,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Clos Fourtet 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-fourtet-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Clos Fourtet
13,Red,US,"This blend of Cab Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Merlot is young, rambunctious and tight, but also very interesting. The aromas of chocolate, clove, pepper and black plum do the trick: you are drawn in. Intense flavors of cherry, plum, cassis and pepper, and a finish of piquant spices and oak are equally satisfying. Based on how this wine responded to air we say give it a few years to settle down.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cana's Feast 1999 Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canas-feast-1999-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Cana's Feast
13.9,Red,US,"An interesting wine, not without problems. Pours intensely dark, and opens with aromas ranging from blackberries to  earth and white pepper. In the mouth, straddles the ripeness line, with deliciously fruity flavors kept in check by an herbal edge. A blend of Paso Robles, Edna Valley and Santa Ynez Valley.",,19,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 2000 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2000,Bridlewood
,Red,US,"Rich and concentrated, with well developed flavors of plums and blackberries and a spicy, peppery streak. Very dry, with stylish, ripe and fine tannins, and enough acidity for balance. This wine feels distinguished enough for the best tables.",,,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Joseph Phelps
,Red,France,"François Despagne has certainly pulled this property together after it lost Grand Cru Classé status in 1996. The 2000 shows real class and style. It has plenty of new wood flavors, but they are well judged and have been used to support the solid fruit and black tannins. It is developing fast, but the tannins are there to allow it to age.",,25,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne 2000  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grand-corbin-despagne-2000-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Grand Corbin-Despagne
,Red,France,"A solid, chunky structure is the hallmark of this big wine. The fruit is black, full of dark tannins. Perhaps it lacks subtlety, but that is replaced with great power and potential.",,55,90,Bordeaux,Margaux,,Château Brane-Cantenac 2000  Margaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-brane-cantenac-2000-red-margaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Brane-Cantenac
,Sparkling,Italy,"Very smooth in the nose, with fragrant, fresh aromas of flowers, lemon and lime. The dry citrusy palate and soft mouthfeel work perfectly together, while the finish is long, fruity and very pleasant. Quite a tasty sparkler with pure fruit. Its quality is obvious.",Extra Dry,11,90,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano,,Canella NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-conegliano/,Champagne Blend,,Canella
13.5,Red,US,"A delicious, supple Syrah from grapes that come mainly from Paso Robles. Full ripeness shows up as lip-smackingly fat flavors of plums, blackberries, and cherries, yet the wine is very dry and balanced. Tannins are soft and yummy.",,12,90,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Hahn 2001 Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2001,Hahn
14.1,White,US,"Richly ripe, with flamboyant green apple and peach flavors, and lots of oak. Nice creamy texture, and dry. Notable for the lush quality of its acids, which make the wine crisp and tart through the finish.",Reserve,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2001-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Rusack
13.9,White,US,"A bit on the lean side, with apple and citrus flavors, which are typical of the appellation. Acidity is also sharp and mouth-watering. This is not a big, fat Chardonnay but it is a well-structured, foodworthy wine, with oaky influences. This tight structure is very clean.",Vieilles Vignes,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2001 Vieilles Vignes Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2001-vieilles-vignes-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Signorello
13.9,Red,US,"This big, burly Cab is a Napa Valley tradition. The cedar and cassis aromas and flavors are classic, but boast an untamed, briary wildness to them that gives Bosche its own identity. Finishes long but tart, with mouth-drying tannins that need time to resolve. Drink 2007-2012.",Bosché,68,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1997 Bosché Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1997-bosche-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"The complex nose boasts hints of spring flowers, tobacco, maple syrup and cedar. Now into its second decade, this wine is fully mature, with flavors of molasses and mushrooms that have replaced some of the cherry notes of its youth. The mouthfeel is silky and elegant; the finish chocolaty and smooth. Drink up.",Sycamore Vineyards,85,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1992 Sycamore Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1992-sycamore-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1992,Freemark Abbey
13.9,Red,US,,Andrus Reserve,135,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 1999 Andrus Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1999-andrus-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Pine Ridge
,White,US,"Quite rich and creamy, with a leesy texture so thick, it's almost custardy. Flavors are exuberant, showing ripe white peach, smoky honey, apricot and nectarine. Technically dry, but so ripe and syrupy, it's almost a dessert in itself.",Saralee's Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 2001 Saralee's Vineyard Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2001-saralees-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2001,Arrowood
11,White,US,"Don't be fooled by the label—this is not a dry Riesling, only drier than the winery's regular bottling. Peach, nectarine and shale aromas turn sweet on the palate, partially balanced by a dose of lime-like acidity. It's a bit heavy, but intensely flavorful.",Dry,9,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2000 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2000-dry-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2000,Glenora
12,Sparkling,France,"Forward from the get go, but not exactly a refined product. Melon, apple and almonds on palate, with a heavy, creamy, lactic finish. Has its virtues but also its faults, primarily some oxidized sherry notes and a certain heaviness.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,40,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Comte de Lantage 1995 Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comte-lantage-1995-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Comte de Lantage
13,Red,Australia,"Simple and on the sweet side, with blackberry and raspberry fruit; it's less Merlot than it is a Generic Red Wine. Has an odd lactic-cheese note on the nose, under mounds of sweet red cherries. - D.M.",,7,82,Australia Other,Australia,,Yellow Tail 2001 Merlot (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2001-merlot-other/,Merlot,2001,Yellow Tail
13.8,Red,US,"Rarely does a wine with such a mellow, subdued nose shine in the mouth as this does. Below the aromatic veil of boysenberry and chocolate is ripe cassis and berry fruit, which gives way to a tight, clean, structured finish that oozes coffee, character and class. Cellar Selection. —M.S.",Dragonfly Vineyard,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 1999 Dragonfly Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1999-dragonfly-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Nickel & Nickel
13,Red,Italy,"Pretty aromas of smoked meat, tire rubber and ripe plums. The flavors run toward black cherry and pepper, with a touch of creaminess making for an easy mouthfeel. Very silky and full; quite a pleasure to drink.",,19,91,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,,Zenato 1999  Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-1999-red-valpolicella-superiore-ripasso/,Red Blend,1999,Zenato
15.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is inky and syrupy at first, but then raisin comes to the fore. The mouth is rich and chocolaty, with mocha, cassis and black cherry flavors. The finish is a tad bit hot, but espresso flavors keep your interest.",Ambrosian,75,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Nicolis 1998 Ambrosian  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-1998-ambrosian-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1998,Nicolis
,Red,Argentina,"This blend of Malbec, Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah is smooth and leafy, and one whiff tells you it's well crafted. The palate features some high-toned red fruit, while the finish is soft and smooth with full tannins.",Apartado,60,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Felipe Rutini 1999 Apartado Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-1999-apartado-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,1999,Felipe Rutini
14.5,Red,Italy,"Intense, with aromas of kirsch, smoked meat and oiled leather. The palate features lavish oak, but there's plenty of cherry and red plum fruit to stand up to it. And after all that force the finish is smooth and supple.",Il Bosco,52,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Cesari 1997 Il Bosco  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-1997-il-bosco-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Cesari
13.4,Red,US,"It's very rich and textured, a sumptuous, velvety wine with classic Zin flavors of brambly berries and chocolate and dry, fine tannins. Has that explosively vibrant, jammy character of young Zin.",Continente Vineyard,20,88,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2000 Continente Vineyard Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-continente-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
,White,Australia,"""Riesling [in Australia] is the Barbie doll,"" explains Ferrari. ""It's the toy we've always had, and when we tire of the other toys, we go back to the Barbie."" Taste this wine—with its dry, minerally mouthfeel, and mineral, lime and olive-oil flavors—and you'll see why those Aussies keep coming back to it. Starts and ends with bright Granny Smith apple notes; it's the perfect pick for the raw bar.",Pewsey Vale,18,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2001 Pewsey Vale Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-pewsey-vale-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2001,Yalumba
15.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of cured meats, graham cracker, mint and scented candles render this wine unique. And the flavor profile is equally unusual, as it offers menthol and smoked fish atop sweet dried cherries. The feel across the palate is smooth, and while one of our panelists found this wine too abnormal to recommend, two others admired its qualities.",Amarone Riserva,33,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Corteforte 1995 Amarone Riserva  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-1995-amarone-riserva-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1995,Corteforte
15,Red,Italy,"This wine seems overtly oaky, with notes of lemon and sawdust. Beyond that, there's plum and berry along with some woody vanilla character. The tannins border on firm. But there's good power and zing throughout, which keeps it highly respectable in a category that includes so many well-rated wines.",,38,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fratelli Zeni 1995  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-zeni-1995-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1995,Fratelli Zeni
14,Red,Argentina,"Despite having no track record in the U.S., this wine has a lot of positives. The leathery nose has fresh red fruit, bacon and even some sugar-beet aromas. The flavor profile veers toward black plums, bacon and mocha, while the fully oaked finish is lengthy, powerful and full of vanilla and cherry candy. From the Polo stable, this is the best wine. Best Buy. —M.S.",Bodega Polo,8,87,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Bodega Polo Merlot (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-bodega-polo-merlot-uco-valley/,Merlot,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
15.5,Red,Italy,"The nose starts out with cedar and lemon notes before it shifts to dried stone fruits and strawberry. The flavors run sweet, emphasizing candied red fruit, most of all cherry. The finish is drying and mildly medicinal, but not so much that it gets in the way.",,59,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Guerrieri Rizzardi
13,Red,Italy,"Barrel aromas are front and center, and basic sweet red fruit, with just enough oak and spice, make for a pleasurable drinking experience. The finish boasts ample acidity and some modest oak notes.",Ripasso,13,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Remo Farina 2000 Ripasso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2000-ripasso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Remo Farina
13.4,Red,US,"Smells earthy and tobaccoey, although there are blackberry notes below, and drinks typically warm country. Tannins and acids are very soft, and the berry flavors veer into mixed notes of raisins and herbs. For all that, it's a pleasant sip.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Castoro Cellars
13.5,Red,Argentina,"There is some fine, ripe fruit to this clean, medium-bodied Cabernet. The nose is hefty and fairly rich, with campfire like smoky oak. The round palate delivers plummy fruit and some drying oak flavor. The finish is long, with hints of vanilla and butter.—M.S.",Broquel,15,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2000 Broquel Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2000-broquel-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Trapiche
14.4,Red,US,"The bouquet is light and snappy, with touches of chocolate. The mouthfeel is equally racy, but it's also high toned and borderline tart. The finish is fresh and it's here that the wine's acids do their thing. Depth isn't it's calling card, but it should do well with food given its zippy profile. The 14.4% alcohol, meanwhile, seems kind of high for Sangiovese. —M.S.",Starlight,19,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Midnight 2000 Starlight Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2000-starlight-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Midnight
13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine is all about sweetness, cinnamon and chocolate. From the nose to the finish, there's a creamy woodiness that mixes with exotic baking spices. The texture is thick, and you will have to favor oak to enjoy it to its fullest.",Ripasso,17,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Corteforte 1998 Ripasso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corteforte-1998-ripasso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Corteforte
13.8,White,US,"Lots of herbal and leafy notes in this cool vintage wine, with flavors ranging from mint and oregano to riper apples and white peach. A dash of Viognier plumps it up with floral fruit. Dry and crisp.",Zaca Vineyards,15,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Zaca Mesa 2000 Zaca Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2000-vineyards-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2000,Zaca Mesa
13.5,Red,Italy,"Earthy, herbal and definitely oaky. The palate offers plum and cherry fruit with a defined as well as refined herbal note. Think Cabernet Franc and that's what you have here. The finish, meanwhile, is broad and textured, with dusty tannins and some tang.",Montesco,35,87,Veneto,Colli di Conegliano,,Masottina 1997 Montesco Red (Colli di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masottina-1997-montesco-red-colli-conegliano/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Masottina
12,Red,Italy,"A soft, easy-drinking wine made for early consumption, Modello is a blend of Corvina and Raboso aged in large Slavonian oak. Cherry and chocolate flavors are plump and medium-weight, yet finish with a juicy, tart edge that emphasizes its role as food accompaniment, not cocktail wine.",Modello,10,87,,Delle Venezie,,Masi 2000 Modello Red (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2000-modello-red-delle-venezie/,Red Blend,2000,Masi
15,Red,Italy,"Scents of onion and wet fur are at first disconcerting, but with time the wine finds prettier, fruitier aromas as well as its legs. The palate delivers a full blast of tart red berries. Some chocolate notes contribute richness. The finish is chewy, tannic and tight, and there's a hint of lemon, which seems out of place.",,50,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Nicolis
14,Red,Argentina,"The first whiff is of peanuts, and with time some ink and smoked meat emerge. The flavors are ample and satisfying, with black fruit, roast meat and bitter chocolate vying for the front row. The finish is only slightly bitter, with chocolate and coffee sticking out. —M.S.",Grand Reserve,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2000 Grand Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2000-grand-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Alta Vista
12.7,Red,Italy,"A young wine with aromas of blackberry, bitter chocolate and espresso. The flavors veer toward plum, apple skins and more chocolate. The finish is full and round, with firm tannins. Best Buy.",,12,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 2001  Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-2001-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Allegrini
,Red,Italy,"A floral nose with some leather, coffee and bread dough does nothing to turn one away. The raspberry flavors with light oak in support are nice but simple, while the finish is dry, fruity enough and layered. Best Buy.",Campolieti,12,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Luigi Righetti 1999 Campolieti  (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-1999-campolieti-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Luigi Righetti
14.2,Red,US,"Dark and rich, with smoky, black cherry, raspberry, cola, tar and spice flavors. Tannins are ripe and silky, while the finish is long and bright. Downright fun to drink.",,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ravenswood 2000 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
13,Red,Argentina,"Root beer and cola notes stand out on the nose, which gives way to a mouthful of plum fruit and buttery oak. A smooth, light finish cements the quality status of this easygoing, clean wine. Best Buy. —M.S.",Oak Cask,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2000 Oak Cask Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2000-oak-cask-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Trapiche
13.5,White,US,"On the lean side, with apple and citrus flavors typical of the appellation. Acidity is sharp and mouth-watering. This is not a big, fat Chardonnay but it is a well-structured, foodworthy wine, with oaky influences. This tight structure is very clean.",DCV4,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 DCV4 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-dcv4-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.9,White,US,"A streamlined Chard, with flinty-appley flavors and a rich dose of lees and toasty oak. Comes alive on the long, peppery finish.",Dutton Ranch Dutton Palms Vineyard,46,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sebastopol 2000 Dutton Ranch Dutton Palms Vineyard Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-2000-dutton-ranch-dutton-palms-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Sebastopol
13.8,Red,Argentina,"The nose announces that it's a muscled-up wine, one that resembles Bordeaux. Aromas of leather and prune are front and center, and the palate is broad and deep, with additional prune and some Port notes. Coffee, fudge and burnt toast all make appearances on the finish. —M.S.",Reserva,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2000 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2000-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Terrazas de Los Andes
,White,Argentina,"Here's a wine with body and power. The nose is chunky and meaty, with lots of oak and banana. The palate is big, with full flavors of vanilla, custard, lemon and more banana. Toasted marshmallow and coconut, both indicators of anaggressive, powerful barrel regimen, are front and center on the finish. —M.S.",Agrelo Vineyards,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2001 Agrelo Vineyards Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2001-agrelo-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Bodega Catena Zapata
13,Dessert,Italy,"A bit brown but not necessarily in decline. The leather and soy aromas are a departure from some of its inky, rich brethren, while the palate offers dates, cinnamon and cooked brown sugar. Very nuanced and complex.",Campo Fiorato,20,87,Veneto,Recioto di Soave,,Tommasi 1997 Campo Fiorato  (Recioto di Soave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-1997-campo-fiorato-red-recioto-soave/,Red Blend,1997,Tommasi
13.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a pleasant, easy-to-drink blend of Merlot and Cab Sauvignon that begins with earth, bacon and blackberry aromas, which in turn are trailed by basic berry and plum-like flavors. The finish is mildly toasty, with notes of coffee and bramble. The tannins are soft, so the wine feels substantive and rich.",Brentino,14,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2001 Brentino Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2001-brentino-red-veneto/,Red Blend,2001,Maculan
,White,US,"Extremely ripe fruity aromas and flavors of sweet pear and white peach mark this well-oaked wine, with its smoky vanillins and toasty edge. Feels a bit rough, and the finish has some jagged notes.",,19,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jeriko 2000 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jeriko-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2000,Jeriko
13.9,White,US,"Fresh and appley, an easy drinking Chard with all the basic features of oak, creamy texture and refreshing acids. Not especially layered or complex, but friendly and clean.",,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2001 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2001-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2001,Husch
13.6,White,US,"Plump and juicy, packed with well-ripened flavors of peaches and pears. The texture is creamy, with a smoky, spicy edge to the finish. A bit flat, but tasty.",,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"Interesting and unique, with upfront smells of sweet roasted red pepper, lime, white peach, apricot and wildflower, and similar flavors. The texture is unctuous and syrupy, but is relieved by fresh acids.",Ripken Vineyard,17,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Vino Con Brio 2001 Ripken Vineyard Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vino-con-brio-2001-ripken-vineyard-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2001,Vino Con Brio
,Rose,US,"Fruit salad in a glass! Everything from mandarin orange to ripe peach, apricot, grapefruit and even some pineapple. Acidity makes it bright. Simple and easy, a tasty wine meant to be quaffed ice cold.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Carina Cellars 2001 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carina-cellars-2001-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2001,Carina Cellars
12.3,Red,Australia,"Aromas on the nose are compelling—there's beef, ink, caramel, black and red cherry. What you get on the palate (red plum, and a fair bit of oak) is fine, but a little less interesting. The same flavors, plus a hint of eucalyptus, shows on the finish.",,27,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Burton 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burton-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Burton
14.2,Red,US,"Pretty tannic stuff. Dark, inky color, with dense aromas of plums, blackberries and chocolate. Good dark stone fruit and berry flavors, completely dry, and a little soft on acid, but those tough, gritty tannins call for cheese to bring out sweetness.",,16,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1999 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Perry Creek
13,Red,Australia,"On the soft side for a Cab, which isn't at all a bad thing. Plum and oak mark the palate, with more of the same on the finish. Smoky, barbecue-like aromas start things off.",Classic Reserve,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2000 Classic Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2000-classic-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Angove's
,Red,US,"A decent, common wine,  the kind that's kept the world going since time immemorial. Plenty of ripe cherry-berry flavors, clean, and meant for immediate consumption. Turns a bit rough and jagged in the finish.",,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Fitzpatrick 2000 Syrah (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitzpatrick-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Syrah,2000,Fitzpatrick
14.5,Red,Australia,"Medium-bodied but taut, this Coonawarra Cab has unyielding red cherry and plum fruit, with such a dose of oak that the fruit takes a backseat, anyway. Finishes with dry oak.",,22,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Katnook Estate
,Rose,US,"Pale in color, a delicate wine, with tea, cola, and smoky aromas. Turns fruity in the mouth, with light flavors suggesting black raspberries and red cherries. Nicely dry, with crisp acidity. Clean and vibrant, if not very complex.",Genesis,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Genesis Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-genesis-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2001,Hogue
13.7,White,US,"Way too oaky, like drinking toothpicks. Packs a mouthful of char and smoky spice riding on top of apple and peach flavors. The finish turns spicy and oaky again.",,16,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Madonna Estate - Mont St. John 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madonna-estate-mont-st-john-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Madonna Estate - Mont St. John
,White,US,"Pretty rich for an inexpensive Chard, and a single vineyard one at that. Pleasant flavors of peaches and pears are framed in oak. There's a slight burn in the finish, but it's not too hot.",Simpson Vineyard,10,85,California,California Other,California,Chumeia 2001 Simpson Vineyard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2001-simpson-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Chumeia
14,White,US,"Lean and appley in flavor profile, with crisp acidity. This is a sleek, tight wine, well structured, with standard oak and leesy notes. Does the job without any particular complexity.","Chamisal Vineyards, Estate Bottled",22,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,"Domaine Alfred 2000 Chamisal Vineyards, Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Edna Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2000-chamisal-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaine Alfred
13.5,White,US,"Tight and lean, a citrusy wine of high acidity that scours the palate and feels clean and refreshing through the tart finish. Unoaked. This austere wine will be good with shellfish or goat cheese appetizers.",,10,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 2001 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Pellegrini
14,Red,Australia,"Medium-bodied with plum fruit that isn't quite gloppy, but doesn't seem to hang on a very structured frame. Tomato accents on the nose and palate suggest rather overtly that this Merlot may just be the wine that your arribiata sauce is looking for. - D.M.",La Testa,41,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Classic McLaren 2000 La Testa Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/classic-mclaren-2000-testa-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Merlot,2000,Classic McLaren
14.1,Red,US,"Starts off with some stinky burnt-match aromas, but rights itself quickly, folding in smoke, cherry and herbs. Flavors are modest but correct, with ripe cherries and notes of treebark, picking up mocha nuances on the finish.",,25,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 1999 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1999-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,1999,Freemark Abbey
13.8,White,US,"Smells oaky and fruity, with peach and apple aromas compounded with vanilla. The flavors are pretty nice, with apples and oaky influences. Fairly bitter and tart. Acidity creates burn through the finish, and lees add a sour component.",Edna Ranch,20,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2000 Edna Ranch Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2000-edna-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Stephen Ross
15.1,Red,US,"The color is a beautiful ruby-garnet, and the scents are of warm blackberry pie, leather, smoke, chocolate, and anise. Deliciously dry and complex, a softly round wine whose gentle mouthfeel disguises power and heft.",Barricia,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2000 Barricia Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-barricia-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
13,Red,Italy,"Typical ripasso notes of Port, cola, chocolate and dried black cherries are all over the nose. The palate is rich and smooth, with additional black cherry and chocolate flavors. The finish is layered and satisfying, with sweetness at the center and edges that are properly bitter.",Ripasso,30,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Tommasi 1998 Ripasso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-1998-ripasso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Tommasi
14.5,Red,Italy,"Leathery aromas combine forces with wet moss, bramble and tobacco to make for a pleasant, welcoming bouquet. The palate offers more leather and some prune and coffee flavors. The finish is tightly structured, offering modest to full tannins and plenty of bitter chocolate flavor.",Vigneto Il Sestante,50,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tommasi 1997 Vigneto Il Sestante  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-1997-vigneto-il-sestante-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1997,Tommasi
12.5,White,Italy,"Said to be the only white wine produced in the Valpolicella region, this is a blend of 75% Garanega and 25% Sauvignon Blanc. The result is a tasty mélange of pear, peach and passion fruit flavors, accented by peppery notes. Finishes tart and grapefruity, even slightly bitter.",Serego Alighieri Possessioni,15,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Masi 2001 Serego Alighieri Possessioni White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2001-serego-alighieri-possessioni-white-veneto/,White Blend,2001,Masi
13,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of mint, earth and mocha along with berries get it started, followed by flavors of plum, cherry and blackberry. It's really a mixed bag of fruit with some oak shadings in the form of coffee and toffee. As a whole it's a good, fruity wine with a fairly big, lush character. —M.S.",Henry Lagarde,10,87,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Lagarde 2000 Henry Lagarde Merlot (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2000-henry-merlot-lujan-cuyo/,Merlot,2000,Lagarde
13.3,Red,Argentina,"Fuller than most, with all of the qualities of Argentinean Malbec. The palate is redolent with black cherry and blueberry, and the finish is fairly relaxed, which is somewhat surprising yet welcome given the wine's jammy quality. Pretty much a sure bet for fans of American Zinfandel; there are a lot of similarities between the two.",,8,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2001 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2001-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Tapiz
12,Red,Italy,"The nose is light and floral, with tea notes, mint, pepper and herbs. On the palate, raspberry and plum flavors carry some earthiness. The finish is short and clean, with only modest tannins grabbing at one's cheeks.",CS del Veneto Campo Madonna,17,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Montresor 1999 CS del Veneto Campo Madonna Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-1999-cs-veneto-campo-madonna-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Montresor
,Red,US,"A strongly flavored wine bursting with red cherry, tobacco, smoke, bacon fat, pepper and spice notes. It's very dry, with rich but easy tannins. Pretty good drinking, and a reminder that this workhorse varietal can make a darn good bottle. —S.H.",,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 2000 Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2000-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2000,Easton
14.5,Red,Italy,"If you enjoy a mildly barnyardy wine, say, something akin to a French Syrah, this should appeal to you. The nose is earthy for sure. The palate is dense and brooding, and a tad bit bitter. But there's also a load of leather and tannin, which give it texture and some positive rusticity.",Calcarole,82,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 1995 Calcarole  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-1995-calcarole-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1995,Guerrieri Rizzardi
14.7,Red,US,"One of the darker wines of the year, and heady to sniff. You'd swear it was Port, with those big plummy aromas. Tastes as rich as it smells, with huge flavors of chocolate, blackberry and white pepper, yet the wine is dry. This is a high alcohol wine and packs a punch.",Annette's Reserve Rhodes Vineyard,35,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Annette's Reserve Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-annettes-reserve-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
13.8,Red,US,"All five of the prime red Bordeaux varieties comprise this rich and deep wine that drives on with persistence even if it has some hollowness at the core. Aromas of currants and raspberry make for a nice nose. The palate is bold with the taste of cherries, the finish sharply focused and herbal. —M.S.",Mare Nectaris,35,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Mare Nectaris Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-mare-nectaris-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Midnight
,White,US,"Here's a good, rich Chardonnay, distinctive for its ripe array of tropical fruits, pears, peaches and oriental spices. It feels crisp and clean in the mouth, and finishes rich and spicy.",Estate Grown,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cloninger 2000 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloninger-2000-estate-grown-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2000,Cloninger
14.5,Red,Italy,"Some almondy sweet scents are followed by leather and dry fruit. The feel across the palate is a bit sharp because of strong acidity, but some leathery, raisiny flavors provide balance. Then a bit of burnt sugar and chocolate add sweetness to the tannic finish. A good Amarone, but not seemingly for long-term keeping.",,50,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bolla 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Bolla
14.9,White,US,"Rich, lush, peach and melon flavors are at the heart of this fruity wine. It's loaded with spice, with hints of banana, apple, vanilla, toast and mineral flavors. Best for preprandial sipping.",Paras Vineyard,30,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Jade Mountain 2001 Paras Vineyard Viognier (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-2001-paras-vineyard-viognier-napa-mount-veeder/,Viognier,2001,Jade Mountain
,Red,US,"A flavorful wine, with jammy flavors of berries, red stone fruits and oriental spices. Young and fresh, almost brash, with easy tannins, it's drinkable now, but might age short-term. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. —S.H.",Crane Creek Cuvee,50,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 1999 Crane Creek Cuvee Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1999-crane-creek-cuvee-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Lambert Bridge
14.8,Red,US,"Has flavors of all sorts of wild berries, chocolate and white pepper, with fine, complex tannins and pretty good acids. The addition of some Petite Sirah adds even more body and substance.",Eagle Point Vineyard,30,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Rosenblum 2000 Eagle Point Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-eagle-point-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
,White,Australia,"Viognier, according to Jane Ferrari, is Yalumba's ""prime white varietal""; this bottling offers more toast and honey than anything that you'd see out of Condrieu. One whiff of the baked apple and pastry-crust aromas on the nose, and you'll be sucked in. It's medium-bodied and lively, with creamy, toasty oak and tropical fruit flavors that continue through the medium-length finish.",,18,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2001 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2001,Yalumba
,White,US,"This is a delicious wine, more flavorful than most. Explodes in the mouth with peach, kiwi, sweet pear, buttercream, vanilla and spice. It's rich, yet dry.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2001 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2001-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2001,Fess Parker
14,Red,Italy,"Seemingly mature beyond its relative youth. There's a browning color and some earthy, chocolaty aromas to the nose. The palate is intense, with dried cherry, plum, nutmeg and vanilla. A big and long espresso-tinged finish is the final act. Drink sooner rather than later.",Corte Conti Cavalli,45,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Remo Farina 1998 Corte Conti Cavalli Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-1998-corte-conti-cavalli-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,1998,Remo Farina
15,Red,Italy,"Some smoke, burnt-sugar and molasses notes on the nose; black cherry fruit, licorice and bitter chocolate on the palate. The finish is more fruity than dark or dense, dealing clove, raspberry and more chocolate.",,49,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Tommasi 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1997,Tommasi
14.1,Red,US,"This dark, rich wine is redolent with scents of the earth. Powerful in the mouth, with sweetly ripe flavors of blackberries, cherries and plums, although the wine is dry. Has soft tannins and a long finish.",Alegria Vineyard,34,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Alegria Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-alegria-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
14.5,White,US,"A clean Chard exhibiting rich South Coast characteristics of high acidity and tropical fruit. Oak plays a supporting role and provides a creamy texture. The wine is tight, but should improve.",Great Estates,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Great Estates Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-great-estates-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Kendall-Jackson
13.9,White,US,"Ripe, oaky and rich, a good example of Russian River Chard with its green apple, mineral and spicy flavors, crisp acids, ripe tannins and firm, polished structure. Balanced and clean, a very pretty wine.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Huntington 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntington-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Huntington
14,Red,Italy,"Pure and pungent up front, with hints of horsehide and sawdust. The ripe, round palate is pleasing and borders on being luscious; the flavors veer toward berry fruit with hints of green tobacco and tomato. The finish is long and softly tannic.",Ca' Camocchio,35,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Le Salette 2000 Ca' Camocchio  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2000-ca-camocchio-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Le Salette
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Pretty root beer, prune and cassis aromas start out fast but fade a bit upon airing. The palate is primarily cassis and blackberry, and while the finish is tannic and full, it lacks that final touch of polish you look for in a great red. Nevertheless, it's a good wine from a label that bears watching. Only 200 cases were made. —M.S.",,17,88,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Finca Koch 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-koch-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-tupungato/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Finca Koch
13,Red,Italy,"Dusty cherry and leather aromas come first, followed by chocolate and wood spice. Plum and cherry fruit make for a fine flavor profile, while the finish is touched upby just a hint of oak and some proper bitterness. Substantive yet smooth, with good balance throughout.",Secco Bertani,13,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Valpantena,,Bertani 2000 Secco Bertani  (Valpolicella Valpantena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertani-2000-secco-red-valpolicella-valpantena/,Red Blend,2000,Bertani
13.5,Red,Italy,"Spearmint and chocolate aromas add character to the raspberry on the nose. Berries, cocoa powder, pepper and herbs create an exciting palate, one that leads nicely into a smooth, lengthy finish that's graced by mint and solid but forgiving tannins. One reviewer found it dusty and lean while still liking the wine.",Corvara,28,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Albino Armani 1998 Corvara Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albino-armani-1998-corvara-red-veneto/,Red Blend,1998,Albino Armani
13,White,Argentina,"Very nice aromas of pear and pineapple crowd the big, powerful bouquet. The mouth is expressive, with pear, apple, spice and vanilla flavors; it's a step up from most of the competition. The finish is simultaneously smooth and cooling. Healthy acidity and plenty of extract make for a well-balanced whole. Best Buy. —M.S.",,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Anastasia 2001 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anastasia-2001-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Anastasia
13.7,Red,Italy,"Dark in the glass, with deep, inky aromas that carry hints of toast, wet earth and smoked meat. The palate bursts with healthy, ripe plum and black cherry, while the easygoing finish is full of coffee and rusticity. Very smoothand solid; a good wine with guaranteed mass appeal.",La Grola,20,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Allegrini 1999 La Grola Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-1999-grola-red-veneto/,Red Blend,1999,Allegrini
,Red,US,"This blend of five Bordeaux varieties is lean and tight, opening with flavors of earth, tobacco and sage. The winemaker has crafted a dry, tannic mountain wine built for the cellar. There is a solid core of blackberry fruit, and the wine should age effortlessly for 10 years. —S.H.",Cain Five,85,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 1999 Cain Five Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-1999-cain-five-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Cain
13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose delivers plenty of cedary notes on top of cherry fruit, which makes perfect sense considering it was aged 30 months in oak. The palate seems fresh; the acidity is vital and the red-fruit flavors are forward. The finish is more tart than rich, and a bit short.",La Bandina,34,88,Lombardy,Valtellina Superiore,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 1998 La Bandina  (Valtellina Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-1998-bandina-red-valtellina-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
15.5,Red,Italy,"Smoky notes and cured meat dominate the bouquet, which is enticing despite a moderately strong hint of green. The palate runs a bit sugary, but some cinnamon adds necessary nuance to the candied flavor profile. The mouthfeel and finish are both smooth, yet firm tannins contribute structure.",Campo dei Gigli,64,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 1998 Campo dei Gigli  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-1998-campo-gigli-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1998,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
13,Red,Italy,"Matured in large cherrywood casks, which Boscaini claims helps to emphasize the cherry fruit of the Corvina grape. It's light, yet very flavorful, packing in lots of dried spices, leather and cocoa, along with floral and cherry notes. Finishes long and spicy.",Serego Alighieri Possessioni,17,88,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Masi 1999 Serego Alighieri Possessioni  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1999-serego-alighieri-possessioni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1999,Masi
16,Red,Italy,"The nose is a bit briny, with some interesting nuances of soy and leather. Flavors of sweet stewed plums, pepper and smoked meat confirm its maturity and readiness. The finish is layered and rich, with some leftover tannins keeping it solid.",Campolongo di Torbe,62,88,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1993 Campolongo di Torbe  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1993-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1993,Masi
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Creamy aromas of mocha and coffee carry just a whiff of cheese and dill, possibly remnants of the oak treatment. The palate, meanwhile, delivers a nice punch of berries and wood, and like the nose, the finish is creamy. Overall, the wine is generous and pleasant. —M.S.",Broquel,15,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2000 Broquel Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2000-broquel-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Trapiche
,White,Argentina,"With fresh pineapple and peach, some bread dough and a note of pine, this wine has all the right things going on aromatically. The feel on the palate is also right, due to good acids, while the flavors of pear, pineapple and apricot more than do the trick. —M.S.",,12,88,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2002 Sauvignon Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2002-sauvignon-blanc-san-rafael/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Valentín Bianchi
14,White,US,"A fresh, vibrant wine that displays lemon and tart green apple flavors and a great heap of acid. Steely and clean, it cleanses the mouth. Try cellaring for a year or two and see what happens.",Great Estates,25,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Great Estates Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-great-estates-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2000,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,Italy,"This blend is grapy and ripe, with aromas of earth and tree bark mixing nicely with the scent of sweet fruit. The mouthfeel and balance are strong points; the wine seems well structured, with modest tannins and firm acids. Length and drive on the finish confirm its stature and indicate that it will go well with most foods.",Palazzo della Torre,19,88,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 1999 Palazzo della Torre Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-1999-palazzo-della-torre-red-veronese/,Red Blend,1999,Allegrini
,Red,US,"A lush super Tuscan blend from hilly Pope Valley vineyards. Smells very ripe, like sun-warmed wild berries just picked, and turns velvety smooth and flavorful in the mouth. The tannins are considerable, and the wine needs aging through 2005, or to be drunk with rich Italian fare. —S.H.",Poggio del Papa,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2000 Poggio del Papa Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2000-poggio-papa-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2000,Flora Springs
13.5,Red,Australia,"Medium-bodied, with meaty, peppery notes on the nose, this Shiraz (90%)-Viognier (10%) has loads of raspberry, plum and blackberry fruit, and toasty oak notes that start at midpalate and just keep on going. Though it's built (and priced) to last for a few years, it's just as tempting to open it now.",Handpicked,30,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 2000 Handpicked Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-handpicked-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Yalumba
14.5,Red,Australia,"Most of the Shiraz goes into American oak, says Ferrari, and most of the Cab sees French oak. Oak, indeed, is the operative word for this wine, at least for now. Though the nice red plum and blackberry nuances are easy to find, wood plays a big role here, lending butterscotch and toast flavors from beginning to end, and rustic tannins to the mouthfeel. Ferrari advises us to uncork this vintage in honor of her 50th birthday (that's in 11 years!).",The Signature,40,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1998 The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1998-signature-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1998,Yalumba
12.5,Red,Italy,"Some leather and hickory smoke dot the nose, and there's some maple and whisky notes, too. The mouth is fruity and fresh, although deep at its core there seems to be a vegetal hint. The finish is spicy and warm.",,35,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Zonin 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Zonin
15.5,Red,Italy,"Interesting aromatics like sandalwood, violets and bitter herbs make this wine a bit out of the ordinary but no less likable. The palate is fairly rich, yielding Port, kirsch and pepper in addition to oak. The warming finish is equally rich with buttercream and milk chocolate. With good structure and tannins, there is a lot to like.",,49,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Provolo 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provolo-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Provolo
14,Red,Italy,"Dark and purple, with plum, licorice and mineral aromas. The palate is broad and bold, with sweet red apples, plum cake and blackberry. Viscous for sure, but not thick. Try with flourless chocolate torte.",Recioto re Tiodorico,33,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Montresor 1998 Recioto re Tiodorico  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-1998-recioto-re-tiodorico-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1998,Montresor
13.9,Red,US,"“Sweet” is the operative word with this wine. In the nose, a certain baked berry pie note mixes with bacon and chocolate. The palate is full of bitter chocolate and sweet black cherry, and the finish is like a shot of vintage Port or Banyuls. —M.S.",,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Altamura 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altamura-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Altamura
13.5,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is fragrant, with notes of graham cracker, pepper, leather and coffee. Some dry, dark fruit that's one part cassis and another part peppery (think Syrah) graces the firmly tannic palate. The finish is long, spicy and borderline hot. Has more weight than depth.",Il Fusco,50,89,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,La Roncaia 1999 Il Fusco Red (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roncaia-1999-il-fusco-red-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Red Blend,1999,La Roncaia
,White,US,"A Chard that's rich and oaky. Fills the mouth with ripe flavors of apples, peaches and pears, wrapped in a creamy, smooth texture. Finishes with a delicious array of spices.",,25,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Marcelina 2001 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcelina-2001-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2001,Marcelina
,White,US,"Brilliantly crisp, with a palate-shattering blast of acidity boosting the tight lime and lemon flavors. But oak brings vanilla and a rich, creamy texture. Significant lees aging adds milky, yeasty complexities. Best after 2004.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Talbott 1999 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-1999-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,1999,Talbott
14.1,Red,US,"A dark, peppery wine that contains just enough Zinfandel to quality for a varietal label, plus Petite Sirah, Carignane and Alicante Bouschet. In other words, an old-fashioned field blend. It is a well-made wine, and the minor varietals seem to add earth and tannins.",Belloni,35,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ravenswood 2000 Belloni Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-belloni-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
,White,US,"From a popular clone developed at U.C. Davis, an interesting, complex wine brimming with flavors of tart green apples and a richer streak of fig. Oak adds nuances of smoke, cream, vanilla and spice.",Clone #15,25,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trellis 2001 Clone #15 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-2001-clone-15-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Trellis
14.5,Red,Italy,"Menthol aromas suggest some barrique aging. And in the mouth, you get some green oak along with sweet cherry fruit. The mouthfeel is generated by firm tannins, and the finish is oaky, with some chocolate and pie cherry. At this stage, wood is a dominant feature. We think that will fade in about five years.",,34,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Remo Farina 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Remo Farina
14.5,White,US,A wonderful wine showing lemon and green apple flavors framed by high acidity and some dusty tannins. Highlights the cool climate of the appellation. Steely and minerally on the finish.,Great Estates,25,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Great Estates Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-great-estates-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Kendall-Jackson
14,Red,Italy,"By nature, recioto (sweet) wines sometimes carry some sharp vinegar aromas, but after that it's all about sweetness. This fine example fits that model to a T. The nose is grapy and full of bitter chocolate. The palate, meanwhile, is rich and pruney, with chocolate and blackberry jam notes. The finish is long and layered.",Recioto della Valpolicella,30,89,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Cesari 2000 Recioto della Valpolicella  (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-2000-recioto-della-valpolicella-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2000,Cesari
13,Red,Italy,"Quite potent aromas of leather, berries and smoked meat. Next comes a fruity plum and grape palate with pepper and plenty of wood underneath. The finish is forward, oaky and dry, but not terribly complex or layered. Some might call it overoaked, but for most the fruit will come across as more than sufficient.",Terraforte,40,89,Veneto,Veneto,,Castello di Lispida 1999 Terraforte Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-lispida-1999-terraforte-red-veneto/,Red Blend,1999,Castello di Lispida
19,Dessert,Australia,"Ferrari claims that this “Port” is good chilled, in shot glasses, and served alongside crème brûlée—and we'd be hard pressed to disagree, though it'd probably be just as nice next to a roaring fire on a cold winter night. The wine is aged in 60-gallon hogsheads, which give it a buttery, butterscotchy quality. It's warming and smooth, like a Bourbon-meets-Port love child.",Antique Tawny,17,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba NV Antique Tawny Port (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-nv-antique-tawny-port-blend-port-barossa-valley/,Port,,Yalumba
14.1,White,US,"Extracted and bold, a big wine with ripe flavors of spiced green apples and sweet pears. Spices are Asian, plus some nutmeg and cinnamon. Dry and rich, with a strong overlay of oak.",Staten Family Reserve,22,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Field Stone 2000 Staten Family Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-2000-staten-family-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Field Stone
13.5,Red,Italy,"Smooth and loaded with berry fruit and vanilla aromas. The palate is bright and expressive, a tasty mix of plum, cherry, earth and dried spices. The finish is perfectly clean, with cocoa and berry flavors resting on fine yet firm tannins. Quite the pretty and precise blend of Corvina, Cab Franc and the once-forgotten but now revived Oseleta.",Crearo della Concaa d'Oro,25,89,Veneto,Veronese,,Tommasi 2000 Crearo della Concaa d'Oro Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-2000-crearo-della-concaa-doro-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2000,Tommasi
,Red,Italy,"A browning tint indicates that it's starting to mature, but it's still ripe and ready. The nose carries typical raisin and spice notes, which are backed up on the palate by flavors of plum, dried fruits, sage and brown sugar. It's a touch hard and tannic, but unlike many Amarones, it should go well with food.",Serego Alighieri Vaio,55,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Masi 1996 Serego Alighieri Vaio  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1996-serego-alighieri-vaio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1996,Masi
15.5,Red,Italy,"Some clove and cardamom notes add character to the toasty, barrel-driven nose. In the mouth, rich black cherry and blackberry flavors seem as though they were infused with some brandy or Port. The finish is all fruit, so much so that one reviewer called the wine a fruit ball that departs from tradition. Still it's ripe, healthy and should age for quite some time.",Estate Bottled,53,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Le Ragose 1997 Estate Bottled  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ragose-1997-estate-bottled-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Le Ragose
15,Red,Italy,"The complex nose features tobacco, raisin, rum liqueur and apple peel. The mouthfeel is racy courtesy of healthy acids, and delivers ripe red fruit. Substantial yet fine-grained tannins give the finish a necessary edge. In addition, latent bitter chocolate and coffee flavors add to the overall character.",Gioé,45,89,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 1995 Gioé  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-1995-gioe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1995,Santa Sofia
14.2,Red,US,"From vines averaging 72 years of age, a dark and brooding Zin that smells young and earthy. Air it, and it gives up blackberry and chocolate scents. In the mouth, this is a big, youthful wine, packed with berry jam. Dry and well-balanced, with a tart bite of acid. Editors' Choice.",Old Vines,18,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Old Vines Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
12.5,Red,Italy,"Simple but attractive aromas of bacon, tree bark and red fruit get it off to a fine start. The second act is a palate of cherry, vanilla and chocolate. The finish is long, creamy and ultimately satisfying. This might be standard, but it's a great take on standard. Best Buy.",Estate Bottled,14,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Le Ragose 1999 Estate Bottled  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ragose-1999-estate-bottled-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1999,Le Ragose
13,Red,Italy,"This Merlot-Cabernet blend has a broad, expressive bouquet that features hickory smoke, molasses, pepper and olive. Black cherry with vanilla and white pepper carry the palate, which is far from heavy but not lean in the least. The finish is lengthy, juicy and fruity.",Vertigo,21,89,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 2000 Vertigo Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2000-vertigo-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Livio Felluga
13,Red,Italy,"Deep and dark, with rubber, toast and smoke aromas on the complex, layered nose. Defined dried red-fruit flavors along with hints of chocolate and tobacco make for a pleasurable palate. It finishes subtle and warm. Drink now or hold through 2010.",Rosso Croder,18,89,Veneto,Colli di Conegliano,,Astoria 1998 Rosso Croder Red (Colli di Conegliano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-1998-rosso-croder-red-colli-conegliano/,Red Blend,1998,Astoria
15,Red,Italy,"At first the smoky, meaty aromas seem a bit like cured meat, but with airing they morph into more typical chocolate, vanilla and prune. The palate is richer than most, featuring boysenberry and black cherry with an undercurrent of vanilla. The finish is creamy and long, just as it should be.",Vigneti di Lago,48,89,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 1997 Vigneti di Lago  (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-1997-vigneti-lago-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Domìni Veneti
14.2,White,US,"The flamboyant tropical fruit, pear, citrus and floral flavors are balanced by crisp acidity. Very dry, but so rich and ripe. It's oakier than many Viogniers out there, but easily handles the smoke and toast.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2001 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2001-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2001,Stags' Leap Winery
,White,US,"Broad, ripe flavors of green apples and pears are wrapped in a creamy texture and offset by the bold use of oak and lees. Solidly displays the pedigree of this fine winery.",,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
14.5,White,US,"Shows how far winemakers have come with this variety. All the exotic flavors you expect are there, from citrus through white peach, apricot and honeysuckle, but the wine is well balanced.",Skellenger Vineyards,24,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Spencer Roloson 2001 Skellenger Vineyards Viognier (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-2001-skellenger-viognier-napa-rutherford/,Viognier,2001,Spencer Roloson
13.5,Red,Argentina,This straggler from the fine '99 vintage really sings. The first act is a smooth and luscious nose of blueberry jam and spice. The palate then delivers richness and loads of bursting berry fruit. It's made to please and is ready to drink now. Best Buy. —M.S.,Lujan de Cuyo,15,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 1999 Lujan de Cuyo Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-1999-lujan-cuyo-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Viniterra
13.5,Red,Italy,"With toasted aromas as well as whiffs of bacon, leather, cola and hickory, this offers a mighty fine nose. The palate is equally impressive: It's rich and meaty, with expressive cherry fruit and lots of spice. The chocolaty, firmly tannic finish completes this rich wine. Editors' Choice.",Montecorna,19,90,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Remo Farina 2000 Montecorna  (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-2000-montecorna-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2000,Remo Farina
,Red,Italy,"Very modern and rich; truly a New World Merlot from the Old World. This new wine is made by the Zenato family, and it should please fans of thick, ripe reds. The color is virtually black, the nose a mix of stewed plums, toasty oak and maple extract. There is plenty of mocha character on top of black cherry on the palate, while the finish is cuddly soft, with plenty of chocolate nuance and supple tannins.",,60,90,Veneto,Veneto,,Sansonina 1998 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sansonina-1998-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,1998,Sansonina
13.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh and racy, but not lean. The fruit is powerful and forward, as if it were getting a push from the ripasso technique. The palate is broad and full of berry flavor and bright acidity. Supple tannins and a fine structure with no rough edges enhance. Best Buy.",Mara,13,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Cesari 1999 Mara  (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-1999-mara-italian-red-corvina-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1999,Cesari
13,Red,Italy,Offers an incredible bouquet for a $15 wine—a beatiful floral bloom of cherry blossoms and cocoa that leaves your mouth watering. Rich chocolate and cherry flavors finish with baby-soft tannins.,Campofiorin Ripasso,15,90,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Masi 1999 Campofiorin Ripasso Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1999-campofiorin-ripasso-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,1999,Masi
13,Red,Italy,"Very clean and textbook from the fresh cherry and leather nose through the smooth red-fruit and vanilla palate and all the way to the creamy, well-wooded finish. While this wine may not be uniquely individual, it sings the praises of the Veneto in perfect pitch.",I Progni,25,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Le Salette 2000 I Progni  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-2000-i-progni-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Le Salette
,White,US,"Oakier, leesier and riper than Varner's two other Chards, but not superior, because the wine loses balance. Charry, smoky oak dominates the fruit from entry to finish.",Home Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Varner 2001 Home Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varner-2001-home-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2001,Varner
14.1,White,US,"A big, buttery Chard, brimming with ripe apple tart, cinnamon and smoky flavors. Bright and acidic, feels clean in the mouth, packing plenty of flavor. Pleasant apple and spice flavors linger on the finish.",,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Truchard
14,Red,Italy,"A rich and raisiny bouquet with nuances of orange peel, cedar and clove kicks things off. The next act is a textbook palate of leather, mature fruit, chocolate and fresh mushroom. This wine is snappier than some of its neighbors, and we liked that youthful feel.",,45,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Corte Vecchia 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corte-vecchia-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Corte Vecchia
13.9,White,US,"A fresh, lively Chardonnay, filled with juicy flavors of lemons and peaches, enriched by toasty oak and a creamy texture. Long finish.",La Linda Vineyard,18,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Perbacco Cellars 2000 La Linda Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perbacco-cellars-2000-linda-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Perbacco Cellars
13.6,White,US,"Has compact and intense flavors of peaches and pears, wrapped in a lush coating of oak. Notable for the pretty balance of acids, fruit, alcohol and wood. This is a distinguished wine, firm and elegant.",,19,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos La Chance
13.1,White,US,"Here's a rich, full-bodied Chard packed with big, fruity flavors of mangoes and pears. It also has an elaborate overlay of well-toasted oak and good acids.",Estate,18,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2001 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2001-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Laetitia
14.6,White,US,"From high in the mountains above Monterey, crisp, steely acidity frames appley, peachy flavors. Most notable are the winemaker additions of flashy French oak and lees, which make for a creamy, rich mouthfeel.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Michaud 2000 Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michaud-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2000,Michaud
,Red,Argentina,"First off, oak is a dominating factor, but if you can handle that, like the fruit can, you should dig this burly, massive Malbec. Aromas of charred wood and sawdust lead into a bold, full-barrel palate of thick black cherry and blackberry. The finish is pure mocha and vanilla, and at all points it's tannic, layered and satisfying.",Catena Alta Agelica Vineyard,55,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2000 Catena Alta Agelica Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2000-alta-agelica-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Bodega Catena Zapata
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Smooth, deep and very attractive, with sensational ripeness and layer upon layer of quality. The nose is sweet and inviting, while the blackberry fruit is ideal. The layered finish offers coffee and chocolate and the mouthfeel is right on the money. A fine example of Argentinean Syrah, something you don't come across every day. Best Buy. —M.S.",,10,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viniterra 1999 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viniterra-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1999,Viniterra
14.1,White,US,"South Coast fruit is vividly etched, with fresh tropical fruit flavors and crisp acids. Framed in a creamy texture, it leaves behind an aftertaste of ripe mango. Yet the wine is dry and steely, and as good as the Reserve.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 2001 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Rusack
,White,Australia,"Viognier, according to Jane Ferrari, is Yalumba's “prime white varietal”; this bottling offers more toast and honey than anything that you'd see out of Condrieu. One whiff of the baked apple and pastry-crust aromas on the nose, and you'll be sucked in. It's medium-bodied and lively, with creamy, toasty oak and tropical fruit flavors that continue through the medium-length finish.",The Virgilius,36,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 2001 The Virgilius Viognier (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-the-virgilius-viognier-barossa-valley/,Viognier,2001,Yalumba
14.5,White,US,"Lots of big, ripe fruity flavors in this dense wine, including peaches, pears and tropical fruits. Lees and oak are poured on lavishly, adding style and flair.",Old Vines,19,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wolff 2001 Old Vines Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolff-2001-old-vines-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Wolff
13,Red,Argentina,"With licorice, pepper, coffee, wet rubber and mocha, this is a highly aromatic table wine, one that's owned and made by the Davis family from California. The mouth features cola, blueberry and coffee notes, and the mouthfeel is simultaneously stylish yet lush. It's immensely smooth, big and bold. —M.S.",Gusto Vita,30,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Davis Family 2000 Gusto Vita Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-family-2000-gusto-vita-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Davis Family
,Red,Italy,"This “young” powerhouse has barely got its legs under it, yet it's ready to run. It opens with smoky bacon and rubber notes. In the mouth, big cherry flavors bolstered by firm tannins and potent acids make for a full-force ride. The finish, now tannic and tight as a drum, is ripe and sweet at its center. Hold for several more years.",,70,90,Veneto,Valpolicella Superiore,,Dal Forno Romano 1997  Valpolicella Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-forno-romano-1997-red-valpolicella-superiore/,Red Blend,1997,Dal Forno Romano
14.5,Red,Italy,"Never mind the fanciful name: It's basically Corvina from the Verona area made in an ultramodern, international style. The color is dark, the nose extracted and sweet, and the mouthfeel thick and creamy. There's a pile of black fruit and chocolate on the palate and some cheek-grabbing tannins to the finish.",La Poja,85,90,Veneto,Veronese,,Allegrini 1998 La Poja Corvina (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-1998-poja-italian-red-corvina-veronese/,Corvina,1998,Allegrini
,Red,US,Plum and black cherry flavors and marvelously rich tannins. Notable for its balance in the mouth. Drink it young to capture its vibrancy and juicy zest.,,19,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2000 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2000,Murphy-Goode
13.9,Red,US,"A powerful wine marked by huge, aggressive tannins that demand cellaring. Buried deep down inside are flavors of rich, sweet blackberries and tart cranberries. This one will easily last through 2010.",Old Hill,46,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 2000 Old Hill Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-old-hill-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
15,Red,Italy,"Deep and full; a thoroughbred with firm tannins and ample acidity. The nose of cherries, mint and licorice draws you in. Next comes brandied cherry flavors touched up by hints of black pepper, herbs and chocolate. The finish is lengthy and layered, and overall this is one complete, smooth wine.",La Marega,60,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 1999 La Marega  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-1999-marega-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Le Salette
14,White,US,"California whites don't get much fruitier or more fragrant. Just packed with juicy flavors of white peach, nectarine, fig and vanilla. Despite its size, it never loses sight of balance and elegance.",,21,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Wedell Cellars 2001 Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wedell-cellars-2001-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2001,Wedell Cellars
14.3,Red,US,"This smells like Bordeaux, from the cassis and earth all the way to the foresty aromas that some might even call green. The palate is a smooth ride of currant, plum and bitter chocolate, all with a cool, herbal underbelly. —M.S.",John C. Sullenger Vineyard,75,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1999 John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1999-john-c-sullenger-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Nickel & Nickel
12.5,Red,Italy,"Condensed black-fruit aromas are accented by notes of bacon, earth and chocolate. The flavors run sweet and forceful; cherry and blueberry stand out. The finish is tannic, with cocoa and coffee. Everything is in its proper place.",Capitel della Crosara,55,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Montresor 1997 Capitel della Crosara  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-1997-capitel-della-crosara-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Montresor
12.5,Red,Italy,"Rich and floral, with piercing aromas of grape skins and blackberry preserves. The texture is thick, while the flavor profile is boldly sweet. But it's got moderate tannins and good acidity, so it's not cloying. A fine match for chocolate-based desserts. Editors' Choice.",Vigneti di Moron,23,90,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella,,Domìni Veneti NV Vigneti di Moron  (Recioto della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-nv-vigneti-moron-red-recioto-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,,Domìni Veneti
,Red,US,"A delicious, complex and young wine, to judge from the tannins. Flavors of tobacco, sage and blackberries are very dry, and the acidity is fine, but then there are those stubborn tannins. Needs age, but should soften by 2006. If you must drink it before then, do it with big, rich, fatty foods. A 60-40 blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon. —S.H.",Vincere,40,91,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2000 Vincere Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2000-vincere-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2000,Steven Kent
14.2,White,US,"Lush and complex. Fruity flavors range from fresh green apples to spicy ripe pears. The oak is fine and smoky, while barrel fermentation and lees aging help craft a creamy texture. The finish is long and rich.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Stags' Leap Winery
15,Red,Italy,"“Costasera” means “evening slopes,” referring to  the west-facing hillsides that are said to yield the best Amarones. This is Masi's “basic” Amarone, and a fine effort, giving up leather and date aromatics and chewy coffee, molasses and black cherry flavors.",Costasera,40,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Masi 1999 Costasera  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1999-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Masi
,Red,Italy,"Essentially a top selection of the company's Campofiorin that's refermented solely with Corvina grapes, Brola has a similar nose, full of cherries and cocoa. Shows greater length and intensity on the palate and a full, velvety mouthfeel.",Brolo di Campofiorin,24,91,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Masi 1998 Brolo di Campofiorin Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1998-brolo-di-campofiorin-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,1998,Masi
15,Red,Italy,"One sniff indicates that this wine saw some potent oak. The nose has distinct aromas of barrel char, sawdust and espresso. But it still rocks on with roasted dark-fruit flavors that are enhanced by hints of chocolate and vanilla. The finish is sweet and firm.",Sagramoso,30,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Pasqua 1998 Sagramoso  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-1998-sagramoso-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1998,Pasqua
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is an excellent ripasso, one that is loaded with plum, raisin and earth. The flavors are a perfect combination of toast, black cherry, blueberry and baking spices. And the finish is healthy: There's length, ripe tannins, good acids and lots of chocolate and licorice. Full-bodied, chewy and rewarding.",La Casetta Ripasso,20,91,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Domìni Veneti 1999 La Casetta Ripasso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-1999-casetta-ripasso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1999,Domìni Veneti
14.5,Red,Italy,"This is A-1 Amarone. It has a classy, traditional prune and chocolate nose, which comes in front of a perfectly pure palate of dried cherry, plum and dark chocolate. The finish answers the challenge, delivering black tea and tannins, but in layer upon airy layer.",,48,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Speri 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Speri
,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend, and a stylish one at that. Excellent flavors of black currants and cherries, with an herbaceous streak of green olives and sage. Feels light and airy on the palate, yet it's a serious red wine that should be consumed with good fare. —S.H.",Cuvee de la Luna,28,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1999 Cuvee de la Luna Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1999-cuvee-luna-red-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Valley of the Moon
,Red,Italy,"At 17.5% alcohol with a color akin to ink or oil, overwhelming berry flavors and massive tannins, this drew mixed reviews from our tasting panel. Advocates loved its intensity and viscosity. The extraction is unparalleled, they noted. Detractors, however, found it sweet and unbalanced.",,300,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Dal Forno Romano 1996  Amarone della Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dal-forno-romano-1996-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1996,Dal Forno Romano
14.5,Red,Italy,"Powerful and spicy, with aromas of black fruit, pepper, baking spices and herbs. This is soft, modern Amarone, a wine that you could drink now. The palate is rich, with chewy fruit and plenty of nuance. Overall it's clean, easy and perfectly textured.",,50,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Zenato 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Zenato
14.8,Red,Italy,"Clearly this 67% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot blend is designed to appeal to the international market, meaning it's extracted, rich, supple and at 14.5%, rather high in alcohol (for a Veneto wine). That said, it is truly luscious and delicious, with black fruit pouring out of the glass. Accents of oak, tobacco and vanilla make it all the more friendly. Cellar Selection.",Fratta,80,91,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 1999 Fratta Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-1999-fratta-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Maculan
15,Red,Italy,"Brandied cherry aromas along with leather, cocoa and raisins make for an attractive nose. The palate is all cherry and leather, with a hint of tobacco and toffee. The finish is powdery smooth and pleasant, with some firm tannins and strong acids.",,67,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Agricola Arano 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricola-arano-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Agricola Arano
,White,US,"A complex and balanced wine that shows green apples, peaches and pears and a nice overlay of oak. You could say that about a lot of wines, but this beauty is so tasteful and nuanced, it's especially likeable.",,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2001 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Frei Brothers
,Red,Argentina,"A delicious, deeply fruited wine that's packed with meaty aromas, a hint of iodine and some sweet perfume. The palate is defined not by individual fruit flavors but a wholeness and lushness that you can't ignore. Overall it's perfectly balanced and rewarding to drink; a stellar Malbec at an affordable price. Editors' Choice. —M.S.",,18,91,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Felipe Rutini 2000 Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2000-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2000,Felipe Rutini
16.5,Red,Italy,"A rich, hedonistic wine. The nose is Port-like, with resounding depth in addition to strong scents of prune and chocolate. The palate has an almost Bourbon-like quality to it; it's that rich and warm. And the finish is soft and plush, with bitter chocolate and espresso flavors.",,53,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Raimondi 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimondi-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Raimondi
,White,US,"A complex Chard, brimming with bright, pure flavors of ripe green apples, spicy Bosc pears and more exotic notes of mango. Oak brings vanilla, spice and a rich, creamy texture. Despite its size, this delicious wine is balanced and harmonious.",Private Reserve,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2000 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Beringer
15,Red,Italy,"There's a pretty nose, one that offers violets, vanilla, raisins and cigar tobacco. The palate runs over with cherry, blackberry, plum and chocolate, while it finishes deep and smooth, and in multiple layers. All in all, it's plush yet firm, just as it should be.",,42,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Venturini Massimino 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Venturini Massimino
14.1,Red,US,"Rich and dense, and feels just great in the mouth. Flavors of black currants spread across the palate—dry and delicious. Additional complexities come from oak. Tannins are soft and layered. Editors' Choice.",Stefani Vineyard,30,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1998 Stefani Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1998-stefani-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,US,"Similar to Varner's Amphitheater bottling but with added shades of interest and complexity. The peach and tropical fruit flavors are compounded with woody, oaky notes and a rich streak of dusty earth.",Bee Block,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Varner 2001 Bee Block Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varner-2001-bee-block-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2001,Varner
13.6,Red,US,"Interesting to taste beside the winery's 2000 Lewelling Cabernet, with which it shares much in common. But this Meritage is a little more tannic and has a broader and more interesting range of flavors. —S.H.",Mario's Reserve Meritage,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 2000 Mario's Reserve Meritage Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2000-marios-reserve-meritage-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Trinchero
,White,US,"Crisp yet richly textured, with a blend of lemon, honey, apple, pear, vanilla and herb flavors that stimulate the palate. Finishes long, with a hint of almonds at the end.",Estate Grown,22,92,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone 2001 Estate Grown Chenin Blanc (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-2001-estate-grown-chenin-blanc-chalone/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Chalone
,Red,Argentina,"For Bordeaux lovers, this wine from one of Argentina's undisputed leaders establishes a new benchmark. The aromas are herbal, earthy and subdued, with forest floor, plum, cassis and a hint of buttery oak. The palate is all about ripe cassis and blackberry, with a welcome note of rustic woodiness. And the finish is perfectly creamy and satisfying. A triumph of a wine in just its second vintage. Cellar Selection. —M.S.",Nicolas Catena Zapata,90,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 1999 Nicolas Catena Zapata Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-1999-nicolas-red-mendoza/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Bodega Catena Zapata
,Red,US,"This dramatic and flamboyant wine is as big as they get, but never loses focus. Gigantic in its black currant flavors and well oaked, yet there's a core in the tannins and acids that keeps this monster on a short leash. Will age for the long haul. —S.H.",,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Grgich Hills
13.8,Red,US,"A dense, layered wine, marked by pure cassis flavors. Picks up intensity in the middle palate, where it turns rich and compelling. Harmony and elegance, not to mention ageability, mark this expression of Cabernet. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Joseph Phelps
14.6,Red,US,"A trio of Cabs Sauvignon and Franc and Merlot, from a vineyard near Yountville. Very ripe, and shows classic cassis, blackcurrant, and olive flavors, spiced up with sweet, smoky oak. Rich, refined and pure. A first-class wine for tonight or for the cellar. —S.H.",Holbrook Mitchell Trio Red Wine,44,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Holbrook Mitchell Trio Red Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-holbrook-mitchell-trio-red-wine-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Rosenblum
14.5,Red,Italy,"Raisins, ash, dried cherry and baking spices create a delicious bouquet that is backed up by a smooth palate that delivers prune, coffee and mocha. The texture is great and so is the interplay of smooth but firm tannins and lively but hidden acidity.",Classico,40,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 1997 Classico  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-1997-classico-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Santa Sofia
,Red,US,"Despite the gloomy name, this is a young and vibrant wine, full of life and future. The cassis flavors are generously wrapped in thick tannins, demanding cellaring. Far too young to drink now, put it away until 2006 and try again. —S.H.",Graveyard Hill,60,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 1999 Graveyard Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1999-graveyard-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Clos Pegase
,Red,Italy,"We loved the root beer, cola and charcoal notes to the big, voluptuous black-fruit bouquet. And then nothing on the palate diminished our opinion: pure cherry and chocolate with a hint of Cognac and vanilla. Overall, it's a modern wine with a clean, bright presence.",,40,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cesari 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Cesari
,White,US,"Fragrant, with hints of butterscotch, vanilla, ginger and spice. Also richly textured, with pear, peach, apple, orange and more spice flavors. It finishes clean and long, with a lemony edge.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2000 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2000-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2000,Pessagno
16,Red,Italy,"The dense, rich nose is full of spice cake, prune and cinnamon. In the mouth, chocolate is so dominant that you'd think it's a liqueur. Raisins and dried cherries make their appearances, too. The finish is long, deep and tannic, with a boatload of chocolate. If you like fudge, you'll love this wine young. Otherwise hold for several years. Editors' Choice.",Campolongo di Torbe,70,92,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Masi 1997 Campolongo di Torbe  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1997-campolongo-torbe-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Masi
,White,US,"This is brilliant Chard because of its superb tropical fruit flavors, the powerful but tasteful oak and the rich, crisp acidity. It takes all three of those components for a big California Chard to work, and this one does.",Don Miguel Vineyard,26,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 2000 Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-2000-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Marimar Torres
15,Red,Italy,"Anyone who says the 1998 vintage is a step down from 1997 hasn't tasted this excellent wine. The nose is rich and simultaneously complex: soy, marzipan, leather and poached cherries are all there. The palate is quite a treat: There's snappy, acid-driven fruit as well as hints of orange peel, brown sugar and coffee.",Terre di Cariano,30,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Cecilia Beretta 1998 Terre di Cariano  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecilia-beretta-1998-terre-cariano-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Cecilia Beretta
15,Red,Italy,"Here's a spicy, brooding beauty, one that could use a few years before it's at its best. Aromas of pepper, earth, mushroom and spiced cherries are interesting and inviting. We also liked the explosive flavors of dried cherries, blackberries, chocolate and vanilla. Some tannins add grip. Cellar Selection.",Pergole Vece,115,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Le Salette 1998 Pergole Vece  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-salette-1998-pergole-vece-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Le Salette
15.5,Red,Italy,"Much brighter and fresher than many of its Amarone counterparts. Cherry blossoms, cedar and a just a hint of volatility make for a knockout bouquet, and it's followed up on the palate by lively red cherries and a kitchenful of dried spices. Long and firmly tannic, the '97 Vaio should age well for at least 10 years.",Serego Alighieri Vaio,60,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Masi 1997 Serego Alighieri Vaio  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1997-serego-alighieri-vaio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Masi
,Red,US,"Sleek, smooth and complex. This impressive wine is supported by firm, ripe tannins. The flavors range from cassis to licorice, coffee, blackberry, plum, spice and herbs. It's all couched with muscular elegance and backed by sweet oak. Long and lush at the end. Cellar Selection. —J.M.",,58,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Page 1999 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/page-1999-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Page
13,Red,US,"The quintessential Alexander Valley Cabernet, always dependably soft, fruity and complex. This year is one of the best ever. Plush and velvety, with endless nuances, it's like sipping the essence of black cherries steeped in kirsch. Dry, with just enough oak to add smoke and spice. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Reserve Alexandre Meritage,45,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 1999 Reserve Alexandre Meritage Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-reserve-alexandre-meritage-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Geyser Peak
,White,US,"Has the lean and tight structure of a mountain wine, with crisp acids framing citrus and peach flavors, but it's also notable for its creamy, lush texture and rich finish. This wine changes constantly in the glass and should improve with age through 2005.",VGS,39,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 1999 VGS Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1999-vgs-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,1999,Château Potelle
15.5,Red,Italy,"Black as coal and a true powerhouse. The nose dishes out tons of bacon, chocolate, caramel and prune-like fruit. Then comes the regal but complex palate that is much like the liquid version of fruitcake: there's liqueur, raisins and dark chocolate in abundance. A rich, smooth mouthfeel solidifies it as a dynamite wine. Cellar Selection.",,65,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 1998  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-1998-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Allegrini
15,Red,Italy,"Immensely sweet, both in terms of aromatics and flavors. The bouquet oozes bacon, vanilla, blackberry and coconut-tinged oak. The palate delivers layers of black fruit as well as pepper, bitter chocolate and caramel. The finish is firm yet not overbearing. Give it five years and it should be a stellar wine. Editors' Choice.",,39,93,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Domìni Veneti 1999  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domini-veneti-1999-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Domìni Veneti
12,Red,France,"Horsey and heavy in the nose, with some cinnamon sweetness. The fruit is big and overstuffed, like plum pie. There's also a burnt flavor and potent acidity.",Roi Chevalier,15,80,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Roi Chevalier  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-roi-chevalier-red-saint-emilion/,Red Blend,2000,Barton & Guestier
12,Red,France,"Mushroom and plum aromas followed by coffee and black plum flavors. Hot, heavy and over the top.",,8,80,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Comte Saint Martin 2000  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-comte-saint-martin-2000-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Comte Saint Martin
13.5,Red,US,,,8,80,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,HRM Rex Goliath NV Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hrm-rex-goliath-nv-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,HRM Rex Goliath
13,White,US,"The light and easy nose is misleading. At first some pear and flower aromas stir interest, but the palate disappoints. It's dilute, with just a touch of green apple. The finish has little to it as well, and as a whole the wine is watery.",,7,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2001-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Snoqualmie
12.5,White,US,"An odd, bizarre wine that tastes like the syrup in canned peaches, although the wine is fully dry. Feels gluey and flabby because of low acids. The finish is weak and watery.",Coastal,7,81,California,California Other,California,Domaine St. George 2000 Coastal Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-st-george-2000-coastal-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaine St. George
12,Rose,France,"Round and full aromas and bold red-fruit flavors is what this is about. There's some peppery spice and a hotness to the finish. It's a touch aggressive, however, and it falls short of full balance.",,10,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Premius 2000 Red (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/premius-2000-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Premius
13,Red,Australia,"Fairly hollow, with lots of wood, woodsy tannins, and not too much in the way of fruit. The nose, with sweet, juicy red fruit, was a bit more promising than what the palate delivers. - D.M.",Teal Lake,16,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,"Norman Wines, Ltd. 2001 Teal Lake Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-wines-ltd-2001-teal-lake-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2001,"Norman Wines, Ltd."
20,White,US,"A featureless, almost barren wine, with such lean, watered down citrus fruit flavors that the main palate impression is of acids and alcohol. Bears nothing in common with Viognier, and it's amazing how they could have missed out on all the fruit.",Timbervine Ranch,20,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wellington 2001 Timbervine Ranch Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2001-timbervine-ranch-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2001,Wellington
13.7,Red,US,"With a color akin to Beaujolais Nouveau, and sweet berry and bubble gum aromas, you should proceed with caution. The palate is full of tart, heavy raspberry fruit, while the plump finish has some cheek-grabbing tannins and an odd buttery flavor. This wine is slightly strange and unlike your average Syrah.",,18,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2001 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2001,E. B. Foote
13.5,Red,US,"Rough and earthy, with funky flavors barely nudging into apples, and lots of acidity. Feels jagged and angular in the mouth, and turns bitter on the finish.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Seven Peaks 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-peaks-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Seven Peaks
14.5,Red,US,"Herbal and earthy, with aromas of pepper and barbecue sauce. The plum and strawberry fruit is tight and dry, while the overall impression is of a sharp, lean red that's a bit hot and sour. This Sangiovese has little in common with the wines of Tuscany, and in this case that's not a good thing.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,30,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Cuneo 2000 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuneo-2000-ciel-cheval-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2000,Cuneo
12,Red,France,"Lean and earthy, but clean, and with an appealing freshness. Cherry and berry fruit dominates, and the finish is true. And there's even some patented Bordeaux herbaceousness, but in a good way. Kosher.",,12,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Verbau 2000  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verbau-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-bordeaux/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Verbau
14.2,White,US,"Odd, opening with guava, guacamole and banana-like aromas that verge into soft, runny cheese, and turning bitter on the palate. Almost Sauvignon Blanc-like with its tart, grapefruity flavors and acidic bite.",Estate Grown,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 2000 Estate Grown Marsanne (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2000-estate-grown-marsanne-sonoma-county/,Marsanne,2000,Wellington
14.5,White,Australia,"This Chard is somewhat viscous on the palate, though its fruit takes a backseat to mallowy, carmelly flavors that calm down with some aeration. Nose offers butterscotchy, carmel-coated tropical fruit aromas. - D.M.",Teal Lake,13,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,"Norman Wines, Ltd. 2001 Teal Lake Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-wines-ltd-2001-teal-lake-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,"Norman Wines, Ltd."
14.3,White,US,"Another bizarre wine from this producer, similarly marked by cheesy aromas only partially relieved by peaches. Has a buttery texture and hint of melon but the tart acidity and dryness are more like a Fume Blanc. Is there a bacterial problem in this winery?",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wellington 2001 Roussanne (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-2001-roussanne-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Roussanne,2001,Wellington
13,White,France,"Aromas of apples and little else comprise the bouquet. Some dry apple flavor carries the palate prior to a tangy, citrusy finish that runs fast due to powerful acidity. While the mouthfeel is fine, there is little character or complexity to take it any further.",,20,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2001 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Pierre Sparr
13,White,Australia,"Opens with soft talc aromas, which lead to a palate that's rife with flavors of pear skin than ripe, fleshy fruit. Mallowy oak makes the fruit that much more difficult to find, and lends a lactic note to the finish. - D.M.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kissing Bridge 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kissing-bridge-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Kissing Bridge
13.5,White,Australia,"Has a hint of green vegetable mixed in with sweet yellow fruit—it's as though two or three green beans made it onto the sorting table and into the bottle. Oak steps in to give the wine (whose fruit is sourced from Victoria) an almost-resiny mouthfeel, and a super-woody finish. - D.M.",,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Fiddlers Creek 2000 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlers-creek-2000-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Fiddlers Creek
13.5,Red,Australia,"Fresh hay and caramel aromas lead to similar brown-sugary accents on the palate. Has promise, but it's a real lightweight, with whispers of tart red plum fruit that extends through the back end.",,28,83,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 2000 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-2000-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Yering Station
13,White,Australia,"Passion fruit dominates the nose, then segues into a palate with green apple and lemon peel flavors, with a hefty dose of oak. Its tangy flavors seemed at first to shock the palate; after a few minutes of aeration, the tang subsided and the wine seemed to close up.",Bin 222,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2002 Bin 222 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2002-bin-222-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Wyndham Estate
,White,US,"Some pretty apple aromas, but marred by vegetal smells and a clumsy mouthfeel. Dryish, this is a wine that will do in a pinch if your guests aren't too discriminating.",Reserve,7,83,California,California Other,California,Joliesse 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joliesse-2000-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Joliesse
7,Sparkling,Italy,"EDITOR: SCHACH'S NOTE ONLY LISTS ""Italy"" AS THE DOC/APP  Like the name indicates, this is a supremely sweet sparkler. And the bet here is that it is probably too sweet and sticky for the average bubbly drinker. The palate is loaded with overripe melon, citrus, peach and lots of sugar. The finish is fairly clean given the wine's heavyweight stature, while the overall take is one of sugar and candy.",Dolce,17,83,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Carpineto NV Dolce Moscato (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-nv-dolce-muscat-moscato-tuscany/,Moscato,,Carpineto
13.5,Red,US,"Comes down on the rustic side, with peppery, berry flavors and a thick texture. It's dry, with soft acids and tannins. Provides easy drinking with no major flaws, but way too expensive for the quality.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2000 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2000,San Simeon
,White,US,"There's lots of ripe, pretty flavor in this affordable wine. Peaches, apples, and pears are mingled with oak notes through the spicy finish.",,9,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 2001 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-2001-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Dunnewood
14.1,White,US,"Made in the popular style, with ripe, sunny flavors of peaches and apples, and a rich, honeyed texture. Don't look for layers of complexity, though.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Redwood 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redwood-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Redwood
,White,US,"Decent, simple Chard, with some apple and peach flavors but also less ripe vegetal ones. Has firm acids and a kiss of oak. Gets the job done without elaboration.",Vintner's Collection,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2001 Vintner's Collection Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2001-vintners-collection-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2001,Sterling
,White,US,"Plenty of peach and apple flavors and it's pretty dry. On  the down side is a roughness and it's also way too oaky, with flavors of wood sap, spice and vanilla dominating the finish.",,,84,California,California Other,California,Talus 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Talus
,White,US,"Smells like peaches-and-cream dessert, with sweet vanilla cookies soaking up the cream. The flavors are sweetly fruity and simple, with an edge of herbs and dust. This will please undemanding fans of oaky Chard.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Foxglove 2001 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxglove-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Foxglove
13,Red,US,"A rugged, country-style wine, with some berry flavors and lots of herbal, earthy notes. Tannins are jagged and rough. Turns a bit sweet on the finish.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Capello 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capello-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Capello
,White,US,"The underlying flavor of the varietal wine is good and pure, with peaches, pears, and tropical fruits, but the winemaking is heavy. Too much oak and lees results in imbalance.",Chestnut Hill Vineyard,20,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Alexander 2000 Chestnut Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-2000-chestnut-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2000,Alexander
13.9,Red,US,"This wine must be one of the last ‘97s to be released. It opens with herbal aromas verging on vegetal, and drinks simple and tannic, with cranberry, dill and coffee flavors. A very great disappointment.",Consenso,30,84,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 1997 Consenso Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1997-consenso-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Atlas Peak
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Merlot-for-the-masses is nothing fancy, but it has simplicity and bounciness on its side. Smells just as it tastes: fleshy, red, plums, with just the slightest hint of oak on the finish. There are few red wines that this reviewer would ever put on ice, or in the frige for a few minutes, but this Merlot is one of them. - D.M.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2002 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2002-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2002,Alice White
12.5,Red,Australia,"Medium and round in the mouth, this Cab-Merlot reminded this reviewer a little of Carmenere, with its red-fruit core and loads of barbecue-like spices. There's plenty of clove on the nose, too; what it lacks in subtlety it makes up for with quaffability. You should have no trouble finding it in stores—case production is XXX. - D.M.",,11,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Black Opal
13.5,Red,Australia,"With taut plum fruit and dry tannins, this is a good introductory Cabernet—nothing that veers off the course of predictable, which is understandable, considering how much of this hits the market. Briary, oaky notes and a dash of eucalyptus set off the fruit.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Jacob's Creek
13.5,White,US,"Comes across as very oaky, with a blast of charcoal, vanilla and sweet wood framing peach flavors that are overtly sweet. Below that the wine is basically simple, although it's clean and well-made.",Vintner's Reserve,12,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2001 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2001-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,,Pamela's Vineyard,,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Star 2000 Pamela's Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-2000-pamelas-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Pacific Star
13.5,Red,Australia,"With sweet earth and a little caramel on the nose, the Y Series Cab has red plum fruit and a plastic-like note on the palate. Closes wtih dry tannins and a briary note. It's medium-bodied, and a good quaffer.",Y Series,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2001 Y Series Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-series-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Yalumba
,White,Australia,"The palate has tropical and yellow fruit at the core, plus a powdery overlay akin to confectioner's sugar. Still, it's not as sweet as it sounds; woody tannins run from palate to finish. - D.M.",,12,84,Victoria,Bendigo,,Water Wheel 2000 Chardonnay (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/water-wheel-2000-chardonnay-bendigo/,Chardonnay,2000,Water Wheel
13.5,Red,US,"Kind of weedy and green, with notes of peppermint, chlorophyll and tobacco. Has a very rich texture, and good, rich tannins, but could use more depth and ripeness.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hahn 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Hahn
13,White,Australia,"Pleasant but nothing out of the ordinary, this Chard has peach and nectarine flavors, with a noticeable underlay of oak. Nose is rather closed, giving not much more than a little oak.",,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2002 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2002-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Jacob's Creek
13,White,France,"Lemon and wild flowers make for a pretty, lithe bouquet. The palate is richer, as it deals banana, litchi and vanilla. The finish seems creamy, but it's also slightly bitter and fades fast.",,21,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 2000 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-2000-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Josmeyer
13.5,Red,US,,,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 1999 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,Rancho Zabaco
12.5,Red,Australia,"If eucalyptus is your thing, look no further, because there's plenty of it here, accenting cherry and plum fruit on the palate. Has interesting Indian spice aromas on the nose; finishes with tealike tannins. Could use more stuffing, too. - D.M.",,23,84,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Starvedog Lane 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starvedog-lane-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-adelaide-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Starvedog Lane
13.2,White,US,"A sharp white with thistle-like aromas as well as notes of white pepper and tarragon. The mouthfeel and weight are good, but the flavor profile struggles. It's dry and forceful, but there isn't much fruit or charm. A bland finish doesn't elevate the wine.",,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 2001 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-wa/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Silver Lake
12.5,White,Australia,"Offers ripe though unoriginal yellow fruit flavors, plus custardy-oaky notes on the nose and on the palate. It's medium-bodied and pleasant, but wouldn't suffer from a tad more concentration.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,UBET 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ubet-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,UBET
13.5,Red,Australia,"Daryna, just enter your edited note on this one; it is running web-only, not in print, so the dates below are A-Ok. ~kfogg",Old Winery,11,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Tyrrell's 2000 Old Winery Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2000-old-winery-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Tyrrell's
,White,US,"There's a nice wine in here someplace, but it's hard to find under the heavy hand of excessive oak (chips? extract?). But the peach and apricot flavors are good.",Signature,13,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Dunnewood 2000 Signature Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-2000-signature-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Dunnewood
13,White,France,"Aromas of applesauce and cheddar cheese kick things off. The next phase is some tangy apple flavors, which carry over onto the finish. This is an ordinary wine that lacks definition. Which doesn't mean that it's bad; just basic.",Reserve,15,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 2001 Reserve Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-2001-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Pierre Sparr
13.5,Red,Australia,"Red cherry fruit is swathed in oaky tannins, which continue on through to the finish. A good entry-level Merlot for casual circumstances. - D.M.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2001 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2001-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2001,Jacob's Creek
12,Sparkling,France,"Bread dough and yeast aromas but little fruit comprise the nose, while the palate, which is fairly bland at first, picks up speed later on to display some tangy citrus. The finish is lengthy, and it's here that you get some berry fruit, citrus rind and toast.",Grande Brut Rosé,30,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Grande Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-grande-brut-rose-champagne-22354/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
13,Red,Australia,"Offers a red-plum core with tealike flavors and tannins, and bright cherry and oak aromas. Simple and straightforward Merlot. - D.M.",Bin 3000,10,84,Victoria,Murray River Valley,,McGuigan 2001 Bin 3000 Merlot (Murray River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2001-bin-3000-merlot-murray-river-valley/,Merlot,2001,McGuigan
12,Sparkling,Italy,"EDITOR: SHACH'S NOTE ONLY LISTS ""Italy"" AS THE DOC/APP  The nose offers celery seed, bread dough, vanilla and pear. In the mouth, this Chardonnay-based sparkler is taught and tangy, with orange and pineapple flavors. That tang carries out to the end, where the bright acidity really shines. For fans of cool bottles; the tall, thin vessel is unique and should grace any table.",Farnito Brut,35,84,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Carpineto NV Farnito Brut Chardonnay (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-nv-farnito-brut-chardonnay-tuscany/,Chardonnay,,Carpineto
12.4,White,Australia,"A leaner style of Chardonnay, particularly when you compare it to other offerings at this price point. Sour-ish yellow fruit takes on a bit of oak on the palate; finishes with an herbaceous streak. - D.M.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Southern Tracks 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-tracks-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Southern Tracks
13.9,Red,US,"Smells raw and jammy, offering up sharp aromas of young wild berries along with herbs, earth and less ripe green notes. This country wine is simple, fruity and dry. A blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mouvedre and Cinsault.",Fleur de Montagne,21,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 2001 Fleur de Montagne Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2001-fleur-montagne-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Sierra Vista
13.5,White,Australia,"Straightforward and soft-bodied, with lots of sweet yellow and tropical fruit; even oak and mallowy flavors take a backseat to the bright fruit. I'm not saying it's nuanced, but this is the easy, quaffable kind of wine that sucks novices into enophilia in the first place. - D.M.",,7,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2002 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2002-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Yellow Tail
14.5,Red,US,"Dark and ripe, with brawny aromas and flavors of blackberries, chocolate, coffee and leather. Dry, with good, rich tannins, but loses points because of a rough earthiness that makes it awkward and jagged in the mouth.",,22,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2000 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,2000,Holly's Hill
13,White,US,"Simple and one-dimensional, although there are decent apple flavors and the wine is very clean and swift. Drinks dry, with light notes of smoke and vanilla. Turns watery and a bit hot on the finish.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Heron 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Heron
13.5,Red,Australia,"Has an unusual note of grain or bran on both the nose and the palate. It's medium-bodied, with oaky tannins and stewed fruit notes that extend through the finish. - D.M.",,9,84,Victoria,Victoria,,Deakin Estate 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deakin-estate-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Deakin Estate
,Red,US,"Good dark color. Smells a bit stemmy and weedy, with green chlorophyll aromas alongside black cherries. That vegetal note continues in the mouth, where the tannins are notably smooth and refined. If only it had more fruit.",,10,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 2000 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2000,Montevina
,White,US,"Kind of earthy and funky, with fruity flavors side by side with tobacco and ginger. There's also a bite of tart acidity in this lean wine. Definitely marches to a different beat.",Nagasawa Vineyard,19,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2001 Nagasawa Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2001-nagasawa-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Paradise Ridge
13.8,White,US,"Simple, fruity, dry, and, yes, oaky, with a note of smoky char and vanilla from beginning to end. The flavors are of peaches, apples and dried herbs.",Oak Barrel Fermented,10,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2001 Oak Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2001-oak-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Forest Glen
14.5,Red,US,"From 2,200 feet, a single vineyard wine that's rough around the edges and pretty tannic. Flavors veer between blackberries and earthier tobacco and sage. Very dry, rather austere right now, with a bitter finish. Aging for a couple years may soften.",Canterbury Vineyard,28,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Bell 2000 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2000-canterbury-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2000,Bell
13.6,Red,Australia,"Chewy red plum on the palate is countered with brown earth; you'll find similar earthy-meaty notes and red fruit, plus a whisper of eucalyptus, on the nose. Finishes with a slightly tangy, acidic bite. - D.M.",Bear Crossing,7,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2002 Bear Crossing Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2002-bear-crossing-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2002,Angove's
13.6,White,US,"Extracted and a bit clumsy, with grapefruit, stewed peach and tobacco flavors. Pretty acidic, with dusty tannins and a jagged mouthfeel, and turns tart on the finish.",,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2000 Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lolonis
12,Red,Australia,"This Pinot has sturdy red fruit going for it, plus a smooth mouthfeel and medium body. But it also had a strange powdery accent to it that reminded me somewhat of instant iced tea—sure, it gave the wine a more interesting texture, but the flavor I could have done without. - D.M.",Classic Reserve,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2001 Classic Reserve Pinot Noir (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2001-classic-reserve-pinot-noir-south/,Pinot Noir,2001,Angove's
13.6,Red,US,"A tough, gritty wine with tannins to shed, it opens with aromas of earth, blackberry jam and tobacco. Turns earthy-fruity in the mouth, with a tart hit of acidity in the finish.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 2000 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Castoro Cellars
,Red,Argentina,"Oak is a dominating factor, but if you can handle that, like the fruit can, you should enjoy this burly Malbec. Aromas of charred wood and sawdust lead into black cherry and blackberry. The finish is pure mocha and vanilla, and at all points it's tannic, layered and satisfying.",Catena Alta Angelica Vineyard,55,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2000 Catena Alta Angelica Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2000-alta-angelica-vineyard-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Bodega Catena Zapata
,Red,US,"You don't have to be old enough to remember Parker's Davy Crockett (whose picture is on the front label) to enjoy this red Rhône blend. It has Syrah's peppery aroma, followed by deep, earthy and berry flavors. Finishes dry and tannic.",Lot 22 Frontier Red,10,87,California,California Other,California,Fess Parker NV Lot 22 Frontier Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-nv-lot-22-frontier-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,,Fess Parker
,Red,US,"An intense wine, with cassis flavors wrapped in rich tannins and oak. Smooth and velvety, but turns bitter and simple on the finish, with an herbal, coffee note. —S.H.",Agraria Big Barn Red,52,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 1998 Agraria Big Barn Red Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-1998-agraria-big-barn-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Peterson
13.5,White,Argentina,"Subdued aromas lean toward acacia and pear. The mouthfeel is kind of thick and beefy, and the flavors of ripe apple and honey seem to work with that type of weight. Given the price it has plenty going for it, including a warm and satisfying finish. Best Buy. —M.S.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gentile Collins 2001 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentile-collins-2001-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Gentile Collins
12.9,Red,Argentina,"Deep, rich and gaudy, with a few exotic aromatic notes that create interest. The palate is round and ripe, with clean berry fruit. The finish, while flimsy and somewhat hollow at its center, is chewy and sweet. —M.S.",Tawert SA,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2001 Tawert SA Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2001-tawert-sa-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2001,Big Daddy Vineyards
15,Red,US,"A big wine whose 15% alcohol sticks out in the prickly mouthfeel and hot, peppery finish. Very dry and tannic, with wild berry, brambly flavors. A bit clumsy now; try again in 2006.",Big River,35,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ravenswood 2000 Big River Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-big-river-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
,White,Argentina,"The color is brownish-gold. Butter, coconut and a distant note of apple on the nose. The flavors are thick and buttery, and with little acidity working in its favor the wine seems tired. Very oaky at the end. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",Catena Alta,32,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2000 Catena Alta Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2000-alta-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Bodega Catena Zapata
13.5,Red,Italy,"Stemmy and minty, with a strong aromatic resemblance to a field on a hot summer day. Cherry fruit and spice on the palate gives way to rock-hard tannins and a firm, unwavering finish. Needs time, but during that time it might dry out.",Moresco,24,84,Veneto,Raboso,,Tenuta Setten 1999 Moresco Raboso (Raboso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-setten-1999-moresco-italian-red-raboso-raboso/,Raboso,1999,Tenuta Setten
11.5,Red,Italy,"Like Beaujolais Nouveau, this young  wine has sweet cherry and cookie aromas, followed by bubble gum flavors. It features a crisp, fresh finish and a youthful overall personality.",Marca Trevigiana Novello '02,10,83,Veneto,Marca Trevigiana,,Mionetto 2002 Marca Trevigiana Novello '02 Red (Marca Trevigiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-2002-marca-trevigiana-novello-02-red-marca-trevigiana/,Red Blend,2002,Mionetto
12.5,Red,Italy,"Some rubber and grassy notes combine on the nose to cover up what strawberry fruit there is. The palate is rather sweet, dealing mostly candied cherry fruit. And the finish is tight and stemmy, which creates an overly tight feel across the palate.",Pojega,15,82,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 2000 Pojega  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-2000-pojega-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Guerrieri Rizzardi
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Lean in the nose, with aromas of spearmint and grass. The strawberry are on the candied side, while tomato and cherry flavors come up toward the end. The feel in the mouth is good but the flavors aren't up to par. –M.S.",,8,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2000 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2000-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2000,Alta Vista
12.5,Red,Italy,"The overall profile here is heavy, probably too heavy given the pedigree of fruit. The nose is a potent mix of herbal-influenced black fruit and leather, while the palate is equally overblown, offering only some nondescript bulky fruit. Modest tannins on the finish make it feel soft.",,9,82,,Delle Venezie,,Bolla 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-delle-venezie/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bolla
12.5,White,Argentina,"Some apple is evident on the nose prior to flavors of lemon and green beans. The finish is warm, with a good feel to it. But it's quite heavy with green-bean notes, much like the palate. –M.S.",Finca la Celia,6,82,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Angaro 2002 Finca la Celia Sauvignon Blanc (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angaro-2002-finca-celia-sauvignon-blanc-uco-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Angaro
12.5,Red,Italy,"Light and vague aromas of leather, cherry and wet rubber give way to flavors of sour cherries, plums and bitter chocolate. The finish is like a confection; at one point it's tangy and tart, and then it veers toward the overly sweet. Fairly tart and hollow as a whole.",,9,82,,Delle Venezie,,Bolla 2001 Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2001,Bolla
12,Red,Italy,"Light, lean and leathery is how to best describe the nose. Some dried cherry and leafiness is front and center on the palate, and while the finish is clean and minty, it's also rather thin and acidic.",,8,82,Veneto,Bardolino,,Bolla 1999  Bardolino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-1999-red-bardolino/,Red Blend,1999,Bolla
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Huge and grapey, with a meaty, plum-packed palate that is over the top. The finish is equally round and large, and it's loaded on the back end with bitter espresso. Try as you might, this one is tough to like. It just doesn't have much harmony despite its top-shelf price. –M.S.",Altimus,45,82,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2000 Altimus Red (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2000-altimus-red-cafayate/,Red Blend,2000,Michel Torino
12,Red,Italy,"The bouquet features charred elements and a certain cedar and leather quality. The palate is heavy, with acids and fat fruit doing battle. The finish is bulky, short and sweet, with aggressive tannins.",,9,82,,Delle Venezie,,Pozzi 2001 Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pozzi-2001-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2001,Pozzi
,Red,Argentina,"The nose is prickly and spicy, with some leather notes, but the palate doesn't follow suit; it's rather dull, with only modest strawberry fruit. The finish is too heavy, so the final impression is one of roughness. Unfortunately it's nothing like Barbera from Italy –M.S.",Elsa,8,82,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2001 Elsa Barbera,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2001-elsa-barbera-san-rafael/,Barbera,2001,Valentín Bianchi
14.5,Red,US,"Black fruit and portabello aromas mesh with those of mulch and hummus. Sweet fruit and baking spices characterize the palate, which is uplifted by flavors of apple peels and licorice straps. Well balanced with good acidity, this finishes long, strong, and dark. —K.F.",Estate Grown,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1999 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1999-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Duckhorn
,Red,US,"Smooth, sleek texture supports this balanced wine, redolent of blackberry, black currant, licorice, toast and herbs. On the finish, it's plush, long and well crafted, ending with a bright cedary note. —J.M.",,70,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Caymus
,Red,US,"This dark, dramatic young wine was a tasters' favorite. Well-extracted, with huge flavors of black cherry, blueberry, coffee, tar, spice and herbs, its robust tannins suggest ageability. But it's so ripe and sweet in fruit, it's exciting to drink now.",Peterson Family Vineyard,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Switchback Ridge 2000 Peterson Family Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/switchback-ridge-2000-peterson-family-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Switchback Ridge
,Red,US,"From a little-known appellation in Mendocino County that has warm days and cool nights comes this wonderfully rich wine. Feels lush and brilliant in the mouth, with ripe berry flavors balanced with herbs and olives. Dry and balanced, with just a kiss of oak, this is a stylish drink with great complexity. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,26,91,California,Mendocino County,Potter Valley,Dashe Cellars 2000 Merlot (Potter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2000-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-potter-valley/,Merlot,2000,Dashe Cellars
,Dessert,Spain,"Made, according to Fernando Chivite, “in the Barsac way of winemaking,” this Muscat is at once seductive and restrained. It's viscous, but is the farthest thing from syrupy; its honeysuckle, jasmine, beeswax and sugarcane flavors are as close as you'll get to ambrosia for a long time to come.",Colección 125 Vendimia Tardía,35,91,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2000 Colección 125 Vendimia Tardía Muscat (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2000-coleccion-125-vendimia-tardia-muscat-navarra/,Muscat,2000,Bodegas Julián Chivite
,Red,Spain,"A single-vineyard wine made from the fruit of 65-year-old Tempranillo vines, it spends 18 months in new French oak, yet because of the fruit concentration the wood doesn't seem overdone. Starts off with hints of clove and coffee, then develops blackberry and black cherry fruit wrapped in a cocoon of dried spices.",Pago de Santa Cruz,85,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 1999 Pago de Santa Cruz  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-1999-pago-santa-cruz-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Viña Sastre
14.5,Red,US,"Warm base aromas of driftwood, cinnamon and a thread of toffee are topped by juicy cherries and ripe plums. The fruit carries well to the palate, beginning with red raspberry at entry, and leading to menthol, tobacco and tar flavors. Fruit that can be described as a black apple tempers the charred finish. Lush, ripe fruit and firm tannins, melded by mellow acidity make for an indulgent offering. —K.F.",Three Palms,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1999 Three Palms Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1999-three-palms-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Duckhorn
,Red,Spain,"A bit toastier and more floral than the bruising 1999, but still a rich, silky wine. Roasted meats, blackberry and tobacco give true Tempranillo flavor, finishing with hints of licorice. Like the other wines from Sastre, the tannins are plentiful but wonderfully ripe and supple.",,175,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Regina Vides 1998  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regina-vides-1998-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Regina Vides
,Red,Spain,"Rich, big and burly, this blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot is juicy, with full-on black cherry, plum, soil, ink and oak flavors. The nose is somewhat closed, but with aeration reveals black pepper and vanilla nuances. Finishes with black tea, char and dry, chalky tannins. Still a baby, but so promising. Give it 5+ years. Cellar Selection.",Señorio de Arinzano,,93,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2000 Señorio de Arinzano Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2000-senorio-arinzano-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Bodegas Julián Chivite
,Red,US,"Really smooth and silky on the palate. This is some of the best Merlot out of Napa. Plush and ripe, with mounds of complex plum, cassis, blackberry, chocolate, herb and smoke flavors. Beautifully integrated and long on the finish. —J.M.",,46,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Venge 1999 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-1999-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,1999,Venge
,Red,Spain,"Old-vine Tempranillo is cut by about 15% younger-vine Cabernet and Merlot in this rich, chewy red. It's smokier and more herbal than its all-Tempranillo stablemate, the Regina Vides, yet still boasts enormous blackberry and black cherry fruit cushioned by plush tannins.",Pesus,375,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 1999 Pesus  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-1999-pesus-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Viña Sastre
,Red,Spain,"Wow. Made from a small parcel of 80-plus-year-old Tempranillo vines, the resulting wine is packed with dense, smoky aromas wrapped around a core of brandied fruitcake. Huge, mouthfilling flavors of blackberries and roasted meat develop in the glass, all framed by wonderfully supple tannins. Cellar Selection.",,175,95,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Regina Vides 1999  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regina-vides-1999-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Regina Vides
12.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas akin to gravy as well as pasta smothered in red sauce and processed cheese do nothing to draw you in. The palate brings even more tomato and oregano, and the finish is thick and grabby. This wine is barely acceptable.",,6,80,Veneto,Veneto,,Soldo 2001 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soldo-2001-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2001,Soldo
12,Red,Italy,The brown/orange color and oxidized aromas do little to draw you in. The wine's consistency is watery while the fruit flavors are very light . What it does have is some dried cherry notes and decent acidity.,,8,80,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Bolla 1998  Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-1998-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1998,Bolla
13,White,Argentina,"The dark hue and thick, sweet aromas announce that, just like the label says, this wine was oaked. What emerges from the glass is a cloying honey and orange-laden confection. It's pretty aggressive stuff with too many odd and out of place flavors, i.e. creamed corn. Acceptable, but just. –M.S.",Nino Franco,13,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega José Quattrocchi 2002 Nino Franco Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-jose-quattrocchi-2002-nino-franco-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2002,Bodega José Quattrocchi
13,Red,Argentina,"The heavy, rough nose is strange; it smells much like coffee grounds. The palate is chewy and big, and rather out of balance. Even the chocolaty notes to the finish aren't quite right; bitterness is what you take from it. –M.S.",,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gentile Collins 2002 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentile-collins-2002-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2002,Gentile Collins
13,Red,Argentina,"Leathery aromas mix with the smell of beets and field greens. The palate is awkward, while the finish is overly tannic given the size and quality of the fruit. –M.S.",Selección Especial - Estate Bottled,10,80,Other,San Juan,,Graffigna 2000 Selección Especial - Estate Bottled Red (San Juan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-2000-seleccion-especial-estate-bottled-red-san-juan/,Red Blend,2000,Graffigna
12,Red,Italy,"With aromas of pickles and bath soap, the nose is volatile and astringent. The mouth is sharp, with nebulous black fruit. This is a wine that is sitting precariously on the cusp of acceptability. Some size and mouthfeel is all that saves it.",Selection Castellarin,7,80,,Delle Venezie,,Villa Carra 2001 Selection Castellarin Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-carra-2001-selection-castellarin-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2001,Villa Carra
12,Red,Italy,"Some volatile acidity seems present on the plum and vanilla nose. The mouth is thick and packed with cherry, cola and earth, but also some tartness that one reviewer called citrus and another pegged as vinegar. The finish is short and tight, with stark acidity.",Classico,11,80,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Nicolis 2001 Classico  (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2001-classico-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Nicolis
11.5,Red,Italy,"Thin and hollow, with only modest red fruit to go along with some pickled, vegetal aromas and flavors. Not flawed, but not particularly good either. A wine on the proverbial brink.",,6,80,Veneto,Veneto,,La Francesca 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesca-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,La Francesca
12,Red,Italy,"Some pepper and cherry defines the nose. More pepper and spice are detectable on the sharp, lean palate. On the finish, dried cherries and plum skins make for astringency. Persistency is it's quality, but with that comes some persistent roughness.",Tacchetto Estate Bottled Classico,15,82,Veneto,Bardolino,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 2001 Tacchetto Estate Bottled Classico  (Bardolino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-2001-tacchetto-estate-bottled-classico-red-bardolino/,Red Blend,2001,Guerrieri Rizzardi
13.7,Red,US,"This blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvedre suffers from the dreaded South Coast veggies. The grapes simply did not get ripe. Aromas and flavors veer toward canned asparagus and earth. Will do in a pinch, and the price isn't bad.",Cote d'Avila,13,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2001 Cote d'Avila Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2001-cote-davila-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Avila
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Popcorn, maple and mocha pour off of the heavily toasted nose, while the palate, which has ample black fruit, is overrun with more oak flavor. A buttery, cloying finish with thick carob/chocolate flavors is the lasting impression. Awkward and bulky. –M.S.",Bodega Polo,8,82,Mendoza Province,Maipú,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Bodega Polo Malbec (Maipú),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-bodega-polo-malbec-maipu/,Malbec,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
,Red,Italy,"The nose is highly perfumed with the essence of black fruit and burnt sugar. The palate keeps with that theme, offering overripe blackberry and cherry but little balance. A heavy shot of residual sugar to the finish puts it into the “cocktail party” class.",,10,82,,Delle Venezie,,Castellarin 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellarin-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-delle-venezie/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Castellarin
12.5,Red,Italy,Light and color and a bit dull in the nose. Dig deep for some floral notes and also some leather and orange peel. But there isn't a whole lot of ripe fruit; it's mostly lean strawberry and dried cherry.,,10,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Santa Sofia 2000  Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-2000-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2000,Santa Sofia
,White,Argentina,"Some mint and licorice to the nose along with talcum powder render it unusual. The palate delivers a heavy load of sweet banana and papaya, but also a strong hint of green. The finish is on the sweet and thick side, and overall things seem a bit flat and unexciting. —M.S.",Elsa,8,83,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2002 Elsa Semillon-Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2002-elsa-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-san-rafael/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2002,Valentín Bianchi
12,Red,Italy,"Leathery, sharp aromas get things on the march. Then lean cherry and raspberry flavors carry the tangy palate, while lively acidity keeps the finish fresh and hopping.",,10,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Torresella 2000 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torresella-2000-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2000,Torresella
12.5,White,Argentina,"The nose is fresh at first, but it has little staying power so it gets funky fast. Grapefruit is the dominant flavor, that and some lime and green apple. The finish features pink grapefruit, but there's a burning feel to it. —M.S.",Finca la Celia,6,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Angaro 2002 Finca la Celia Chardonnay (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angaro-2002-finca-celia-chardonnay-uco-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,Angaro
13.3,Red,Argentina,"Offers simple but clean aromas of raspberry and earth. Some light cherry and raspberry fruit comes before an oaky, broad finish. On the whole, it's lean. —M.S.",Sanes SA,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Sanes SA Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-sanes-sa-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
13,Red,Argentina,"Cheese is the overriding note on the nose, that and some maple. Black fruit softens the palate, which doesn't seem 100% ripe. And the finish is fairly bland. Clean but dull; decent but unexciting. —M.S.",Tawert SA,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2001 Tawert SA Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2001-tawert-sa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2001,Big Daddy Vineyards
12.9,Red,Argentina,"The nose is duller than it should be, with some syrupy, creamy qualities. The flavors veer toward black plum, but there's a hint of vegetation there, too. —M.S.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Humberto Barberis 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/humberto-barberis-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Humberto Barberis
12.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose is potent if not obviously pretty; there's way too much barrel char and sulfur. Dull strawberry flavors mix with some cherry on the palate, while the finish is light and a tad weedy. —M.S.",Finca la Celia,6,83,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Angaro 2002 Finca la Celia Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angaro-2002-finca-celia-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2002,Angaro
12,Red,Italy,"The nose is redeeming; there's some leather, smoke and rubber along with cotton candy. In the mouth, dusty, earthy flavors add a leathery quality to the otherwise plum and cherry palate.",,8,83,,Delle Venezie,,Lagaria 2000 Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-2000-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2000,Lagaria
13,Red,Argentina,"This is quite an old wine, yet it's still alive and kicking. The bouquet is mature, with oak and briar showing strongly. The fruit, however, is fading toward cranberry and underripe plum, while the finish is discordant: It's fat and chewy, unlike the lean palate. —M.S.",Special Reserve,20,83,Mendoza Province,,,Rincon Privado 1996 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rincon-privado-1996-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Rincon Privado
12,Rose,Italy,"Thin, grassy aromas make for a tough, sharp nose. The flavor profile runs toward cranberry and rhubarb, but for those who like crisp, snappy reds, that may be okay. The finish is tart, and then some buttery notes take over.",Vigne Alte,11,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Fratelli Zeni 1998 Vigne Alte  (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-zeni-1998-vigne-alte-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Fratelli Zeni
12,Red,Italy,"The nose offers a lot of spice, lavender and desert sage, but oddly little fruit, especially when contrasted to the simple grapy flavors on the palate.",,10,83,,Delle Venezie,,Geretto 2001 Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geretto-2001-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2001,Geretto
11.5,Red,Italy,"Light and innocuous, with simple aromas and basic cherry and earth-tinged flavors. The acids are healthy, so the mouthfeel is snappy.",,8,83,Veneto,Veneto,,La Villa Veneta 2000 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-veneta-2000-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2000,La Villa Veneta
12,Red,Italy,"Tree bark, sulfur and leather aromas interfere with the fruit. It's herbal, with dried cherry and raspberry providing what hook there is. It's lean, with firm acidity, thus it comes across fresh. But the flavors aren't pure enough to take it further.",,10,83,,Delle Venezie,,Santi 1999 Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-1999-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,1999,Santi
12.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose borders on being neutral, and the palate is leafy and dry, offering just a touch of strawberry flavor. On the finish, spice notes rise up, but they're short-lived and lack power. —M.S.",Santa Julia,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2001 Santa Julia Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2001-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2001,Santa Julia
12,Red,Italy,"Aromas of char, leather and earth, but not much fruit, start things off. The light palate has some cherry and strawberry, but also some unwelcome weediness and the finish is candied and sweet.",,10,83,,Delle Venezie,,Ecco Domani 2000 Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2000-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2000,Ecco Domani
13,White,Argentina,"The bouquet rings of peaches; the flavor profile is like fruit cocktail, with some grapefruit added in for edge. The finish is long, and here the acids do their thing. —M.S.",Premium,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2002 Premium Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2002-premium-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2002,Alta Vista
13.5,Red,Italy,"Raisins, bacon and pickle brine comprise the nose, which comes before a palate full of leathery dried cherry, anise and tannins. This wine is thinner than many, with a fairly sharp and angular mouthfeel.",Le Poiane,15,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Bolla 1998 Le Poiane  (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-1998-le-poiane-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Bolla
13,Red,Italy,"More substantive than Bolla's standard Merlot, this wine starts off with meaty, soy aromas as well as notes of wood and milk chocolate. The palate is round, bordering on heavy. In terms of taste, coffee and chocolate surround and overwhelm what nondescript fruit there is.",Colforte,15,83,,Delle Venezie,,Bolla 2000 Colforte Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2000-colforte-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2000,Bolla
12.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is dominated by horsehide and an offputting acetone-like note. The flavor profile fares better, although it's red fruit flavors are modest, in addition to pepper and other spices. The texture is decent, although it borders on gritty.",Valpolicalla Capitel della Crosara,13,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Montresor 1999 Valpolicalla Capitel della Crosara Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montresor-1999-valpolicalla-capitel-della-crosara-red-veneto/,Red Blend,1999,Montresor
,White,US,"Rustic, with flavors ranging from fruits and flowers to tobacco and toffee. It's dry and crisp, but could use more finesse.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Chumeia 2000 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2000-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Chumeia
12.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is slightly pickled; in addition, there's some caramel and marshmallow. Flavors of roasted coffee, tart cherry and cranberry rule the palate, while it finishes with ample acidity but also a hint of the veggies. Mouthfeel is better than the flavor package.",,6,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Soldo 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soldo-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Soldo
12,Red,Italy,"A tired, browning hue is confirmed on nose and palate, where citrus rind and leather mix with fast-fading dried cherry fruit. The finish is dry and herbal. For a '99 this seems prematurely aged, yet it has some of the better qualities of an older wine: texture, tannins and leather.",Solane,10,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Santi 1999 Solane  (Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-1999-solane-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Santi
13,Red,Italy,"A touch volatile, with raisiny, leathery aromas that are much like Port. Some cola and black cherry make for a classic ripasso palate, while the finish is smooth and slightly bitter. Drying, fading tannins, however, render it already past its prime; drink now if at all.",Il Velluto,24,83,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Meroni 1997 Il Velluto  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meroni-1997-il-velluto-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1997,Meroni
14,White,Argentina,"Sweet and honeyed in the nose, but rather indistinct. The flavors are lemon and banana, while a hint of bitterness frames the palate. Citrusy and tangy throughout due to aggressive acids. Like liquid sucking candy. —M.S.",Henry Lagarde,10,83,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Lagarde 2002 Henry Lagarde Viognier (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-2002-henry-viognier-lujan-cuyo/,Viognier,2002,Lagarde
14.6,Red,US,"Starts off with an herbal, composty aroma, like decaying organic material, although there are richer notes of berries. This clumsy wine has flavors of sweetened coffee, blackberries and tobacco.",Oakley Vineyards,18,84,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2000 Oakley Vineyards Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-oakley-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
14.5,White,Argentina,"The nose is heavy and a bit odd; the mix of pears and white pepper doesn't really work. In the mouth, potent flavors of butterscotch and Bartlett pear bolster things, but overall it still seems out of whack. —M.S.",Premium,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2002 Premium Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2002-premium-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2002,Alta Vista
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend offers blackberry, plum and cassis and a hint of tobacco. The tannins are considerable and gritty, and the finish is bone dry.",Reserve Rhapsody Meritage,29,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hunt Cellars 1999 Reserve Rhapsody Meritage Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1999-reserve-rhapsody-meritage-red-central-coast/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Hunt Cellars
,Red,Italy,"Sweet yet bold aromas of mint, cherry and meat. The flavor profile is straight-ahead roasted cherry, and some coffee comes up on the tannic, tight finish. Very sturdy, with healthy acids.",,7,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Zonin 2001 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2001-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2001,Zonin
13.4,Red,Argentina,"Mocha and maple aromas make more of an olfactory impression than does any particular fruit. Once you taste the wine you'll find tart cherry and some racy acids. The finish is expansive and warm, with plenty of oak spice. There are also solid tannins. —M.S.",Sanes SA,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Sanes SA Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-sanes-sa-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
13,Red,Italy,"This ripasso-styled red is more sweet and grapy than stylish. It has fat, forward plum fruit that seems more sweet and roasted than maybe it should be. The finish is on the short side, but shows some tannins.",Seccal,20,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Nicolis 2000 Seccal  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2000-seccal-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Nicolis
12.5,Red,Argentina,"At this price it's hard to argue with the spicy, smoky nose and likable black cherry and plum flavors. And it finishes peppery and fairly long. Yes, it's a bit hard and short on depth, but it's only six bucks. —M.S.",Finca la Celia,6,84,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Angaro 2002 Finca la Celia Merlot (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angaro-2002-finca-celia-merlot-uco-valley/,Merlot,2002,Angaro
12,Red,Italy,"Pungent leather and pepper aromas are what you get from the nose of this nonvintage wine. The palate features sour cherry, some fleshy plum and a hint of earth. Overall it's simple and clean, a Beaujolais imitator from northeastern Italy.",,6,84,Veneto,Veneto,,La Francesca 2001 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesca-2001-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2001,La Francesca
13,Red,Argentina,"Floral aromas lead the way, followed by some lavender. The palate, however, doesn't keep with the program; it's peppery and sharp, with only a dab of cherry and cranberry fruit. With its lean structure and racy acidity, this must be served with food. —M.S.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,,,Rincon Privado 1999 Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rincon-privado-1999-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,1999,Rincon Privado
14,White,US,"Simple and fruity, but a bit deficient in vibrancy, with ripe peach, pear and fig flavors. Finishes with some sweetness, and would be okay with fruits, Asian food, or by itself.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cline 2001 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2001-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2001,Cline
,Red,Italy,"If light makes right, this is right on. Lean in color, with mild cherry aromas and some lead pencil. The mouth is bright and acid-driven, with cherry and raspberry flavors along with a hint of cocoa. Tangy and zippy from front to back.",,12,84,Veneto,Bardolino Classico,,Fratelli Zeni 1998  Bardolino Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-zeni-1998-red-bardolino-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Fratelli Zeni
12,Red,Italy,"There is size to the bouquet, but not too much definition. On the palate, the raspberry and cherry fruit is a bit tart and hollow, but in the same breath it's clean and fresh. Vibrant acids make it seem a bit thinner and more starching than one might wish.",,12,84,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Provolo 2001  Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provolo-2001-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2001,Provolo
15,Red,Italy,"The barrel regimen is reflected in the charred, leathery components on the nose. In the mouth, it's heavy, with black plum, burnt sugar and even some vinegar notes. This wine has its attributes but also some rough edges.",La Piccola Botte,37,84,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Fratelli Giuliari 1995 La Piccola Botte  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-giuliari-1995-piccola-botte-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1995,Fratelli Giuliari
13.5,Red,Argentina,"One sniff tells you this is something different, but what exactly it might be is harder to determine. The nose is spicy, if a bit stemmy, and the palate delivers some raspberry and vanilla. The finish is lean and not too forward, and ultimately it tastes little like the Pinot Noir most of us are used to. —M.S.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,,,Rincon Privado 1999 Pinot Noir,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rincon-privado-1999-pinot-noir-san-rafael/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rincon Privado
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Offers some spice and tobacco, but also some green character. The palate is snappy and fresh, with cherry flavors. And despite some aggressive tannins, the finish is fairly positive. —M.S.",,11,84,Mendoza Province,,,Rincon Privado 1999 Merlot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rincon-privado-1999-merlot-san-rafael/,Merlot,1999,Rincon Privado
,Red,Argentina,"Very woody, with some cola notes to the bouquet. The palate is tart and snappy, with more cranberry and cherry pie than opulent Cabernet fruit. Some buttery oak is detectable on the tannic finish. Has forcefulness but no supple richness.",Agrelo Vineyard,23,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2001 Agrelo Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2001-agrelo-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bodega Catena Zapata
13.5,White,Argentina,"The apple, pear and banana aromas seem standard, but develop a varnishy note. Citrus fruits form the palate, and the finish is schizophrenic: at first it's sour and then it runs sweet. Finally, the mouthfeel is sharp due to piercing acids. —M.S.",Oak Cask,9,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2001 Oak Cask Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2001-oak-cask-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Trapiche
14.8,Red,US,"From a vineyard east of San Francisco, a wine that tastes like it baked under the heat and produced raisined berries. Although it's fully dry, it's big and hot, sort of like Port without the sugar.",Pato Vineyard,26,84,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2000 Pato Vineyard Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-pato-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,US,"Smells raisiny and pruny, and flavors of overripe, dehydrated grapes show up in the mouth. Fully dry, with soft tannins and acids. The alcohol is a modest 13.5 % but the wine feels hot and prickly.",,40,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hunt Cellars
12.5,Red,Italy,"The color is brown-ish and the aromas are of earth and raisins. Citrus zest and sharp red fruit drives the palate, while the finish is tannic, especially considering how little richness is on offer.",,9,84,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Fratelli Giuliari 1998  Valpolicella Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-giuliari-1998-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Fratelli Giuliari
13,Red,Italy,"Some cola, green bean and tobacco notes can be extracted from the nose of this Cabernet-Merlot blend. The palate is medium in weight, with berry and herb flavors. The finish runs tart, with drying tannins. One-dimensionality is this wine's pitfall; it just doesn't have much complexity.",Ser Mílion,27,84,Veneto,Veneto Orientale,,Poderi Salvarolo 1997 Ser Mílion Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Veneto Orientale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-salvarolo-1997-ser-milion-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-orientale/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Poderi Salvarolo
13,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet is exotic at first, with spice and pepper mixing with red fruit. Black cherry and black pepper define the flavor profile, and the finish is spicy yet surprisingly sweet. —M.S.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Crotta 2001 Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crotta-2001-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2001,Crotta
13,Red,Argentina,"Sweet, candied aromas kick it off, and underneath there's some blueberry and cotton candy. The mouth pops with cherry and raspberry flavors and some buttery oak. The finish is also kind of oaky and, all things considered, it's a bit over the top. —M.S.",Tawert SA,8,84,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2001 Tawert SA Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2001-tawert-sa-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2001,Big Daddy Vineyards
13,Red,Argentina,"The nose is simple, featuring briar patch, earth and smoke. Strawberry and cherry flavors ride along the solid palate, and the finish is mostly sweet cherry and some vanilla. —M.S.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Santa Julia
11.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is packed with cedar, but not much else. Some cherry and berry fruit is accentuated on the palate by chocolate and drying woody notes. The finish is clean, smooth and of proper length. It's fine, but it lacks punch.",,6,84,Veneto,Valpolicella,,La Francesca 2001  Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesca-2001-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2001,La Francesca
13.2,Red,US,"There's plenty of sweet, ripe blackberry, cherry and chocolate flavors here, so if big taste is your thing, this is a good everyday wine. The texture is rather rustic, however, and the wine finishes simple.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Maddalena 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Maddalena
13.5,White,Argentina,"Potent yet clean aromas of pineapple create the nose, which is followed by a tangy palate redolent of oranges and lemons. The finish provides more of that citrus flavor and also some balancing zestiness. For being a couple years old already it is fresh. —M.S.",Don David,14,84,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2000 Don David Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2000-don-david-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2000,Michel Torino
14,Red,Italy,"Tasted in a blind flight, this wine simply didn't fare that well. It comes across thin and slightly weedy, with cherry and leather notes.",Corte Rubini,30,84,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Lamberti 1998 Corte Rubini  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamberti-1998-corte-rubini-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1998,Lamberti
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Cherry, spice and tree bark make for a good nose, despite a hint of green. The berry fruit on the palate is a bit thin, as is the finish. For some basic plum flavors and a good body, this wine delivers the goods. —M.S.",,7,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2002 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2002-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2002,Trapiche
12.5,White,Argentina,"Some cheesiness jumbles up the pineapple aromas on the nose, but the palate is clean, offering tropical fruit and peaches. The finish is smooth and satisfying, with a slight bitterness. It's much like a blended fruit juice with bite. Hails from the province of La Rioja (but not Spain). —M.S.",,9,84,Other,Argentina,,La Yunta 2001 Torrontés (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunta-2001-torrontes-other/,Torrontés,2001,La Yunta
14,Red,Australia,"From 20-year-old vines, this Grenache isn't a lush wine—rather, its red fruit is heartily dosed in char, from the nose through the finish. The pleasant creamy-butterscotchy flavors only make the fruit that much harder to enjoy.",Bush Vine,15,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 2001 Bush Vine Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-bush-vine-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2001,Yalumba
13.5,Red,Italy,"Modest cherry and earth aromas mingle with a strong oaky note. The wine feels good across the palate, although the fruit is a bit light for Cabernet. It's more dry and tart than you'd expect. The solid mouthfeel is its best attribute.",Creso,27,84,,Delle Venezie,,Bolla 1998 Creso Cabernet Sauvignon (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-1998-creso-cabernet-sauvignon-delle-venezie/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Bolla
12.5,Red,US,"Good blackberry flavors, smooth tannins and very dry, although there is a sharp bite of acidity. Might soften with a year of cellaring.",,19,85,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Yorkville Cellars
13,White,US,"A strongly flavored wine from an appellation almost exclusively known for Chenin Blanc. Has tart, peppery flavors of grapefruit, with powerful acids that sting the palate and call for food. Try with mussels or oysters.",,11,85,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Wilson 2000 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2000-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Wilson
13.6,White,Argentina,"This offering from a respected winery seems a touch ponderous and flat, as if it's starting to lose its zip already. The nose has vanilla and coconut, but the palate is dominated by sweet flavors that don't taste like anything in particular. The finish is rich and powerful, yet it leaves a vegetal aftertaste. —M.S.",Reserva,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2001 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2001-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Terrazas de Los Andes
13,Red,Italy,"Some funk on the nose finally yields to reveal toasty, foresty notes. Plum, apple skin, cherry and raspberry all share the palate prior to a chalky, dry finish.",Sant'urbano,22,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Speri 1998 Sant'urbano  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-1998-santurbano-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Speri
14.2,White,US,"On the delicate side for this variety, which can be so explosively fruit. Flavors tend toward citrus fruits and white peach, although there's a richer edge from oak. Has good acids and a bitter, almond-skin finish.",,25,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 2001 Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2001-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2001,Sierra Vista
,White,US,"Simple and very fruity, with all kinds of peach, apple, flower and pear flavors. Feels heavy and dense in the mouth, and could use higher acidity to offset the richness. Will appeal to fans of big, explosive flavors.",Sierra Series,12,85,California,California Other,California,Renwood 2001 Sierra Series Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2001-sierra-series-viognier-other/,Viognier,2001,Renwood
13,White,Argentina,"The bouquet offers mango, wild flower and other sweet aromas. Flavors of apple and pear control the palate, while a dry and balanced finish closes things out.",,5,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Falling Star 2001 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falling-star-2001-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Falling Star
13,Dessert,Italy,"Heavy and browning, with aromas and flavors that are raisiny. The finish is like spiced tea, and the tannins are soft. If you enjoy the essence of raisins, this wine has potential. Not as fresh as the others.",La Piccola Botte,31,85,Veneto,Recioto della Valpolicella Classico,,Fratelli Giuliari 1998 La Piccola Botte  (Recioto della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-giuliari-1998-piccola-botte-red-recioto-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Fratelli Giuliari
13,Red,Argentina,This bargain wine features jammy aromas of black fruit and milk chocolate. The juicy palate delivers plenty of sweet blackberry along with coffee and vanilla. The finish is smooth and creamy. —M.S.,Bodega Polo,8,85,Mendoza Province,San Martin,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Bodega Polo Malbec (San Martin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-bodega-polo-malbec-san-martin/,Malbec,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
13.7,Red,US,"A good wine, but lean and herbal for such a ripe vintage. The dominant flavors are of sage, tobacco and coffee, accompanied by some tough tannins. Theinish turns tannic and gritty. Try aging, but it's a gamble. —S.H.",,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bell
13.5,White,Argentina,"At first the nose is distant, bordering on weak. But it comes around and functions as a good entrée to the spicy pear and apple palate. The finish is dry, with plenty of wood spice poking in and out. Elegance may not be its strong suit, but it has power and size. —M.S.",Premium,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2001 Premium Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2001-premium-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Alta Vista
15.2,Red,US,"The appellation implies cool conditions, but the vineyard is in hot Oakley, which gives the fruit some overripe, Port-like notes. Flavors of raisins are encased in a high-alcohol (15.2%) wine that's fully dry and a little unbalanced.",Planchon Vineyard,24,85,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2000 Planchon Vineyard Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-planchon-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
12.5,Red,Italy,"Some black raspberries and vanilla on the nose indicate that there is substance to come. The palate is chunky with cherry, plum and berry fruit, while the mouthfeel is dry and full, with buttery notes.",Vigneto La Roverina,12,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Speri 2000 Vigneto La Roverina  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-2000-vigneto-roverina-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Speri
12,Red,Italy,"The bouquet of cinnamon, dried fruits and tobacco is attractive. The palate is earthy and dry, but ripe fruit isn't really on display, and that point is driven home on the dry, tannic finish. Nonetheless it should accompany food quite well.",Estate Bottled,10,85,Veneto,Piave,,Villa Sandi 2000 Estate Bottled Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-2000-estate-bottled-merlot-piave/,Merlot,2000,Villa Sandi
13.7,Red,Argentina,"Prune, chocolate and tree bark can be detected on the nose. The mouth is thick and chewy, with low acidity not providing the balance to offset that richness. The finish is heavy and dark, and oddly some green flavors come through. This wine has good attributes but it's also searching for balance. —M.S.",Reserva,17,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2000 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2000-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Terrazas de Los Andes
,Red,US,"Big, rich and with a full, chalky mouthfeel, a well-ripened wine stuffed with flavors of cherries, boysenberries, plums and chocolate, with raisiny notes. Dry, but so fruity, it seems almost sweet.",Continente Vineyard,16,85,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2001 Continente Vineyard Mourvèdre (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-continente-vineyard-mourvedre-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Mourvèdre,2001,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose is dry, dusty and a tiny bit green. The flavor profile matches that bouquet, as green notes ride side by side with raspberry fruit. Some sweetness and licorice grace the finish, but don't expect much complexity here. It's a simple wine, albeit a pretty good one. —M.S.",,12,85,Other,Argentina,,Finca de Domingo 1999 Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-domingo-1999-malbec-other/,Malbec,1999,Finca de Domingo
14,Red,Italy,"Deep and dark, with a unique and chameleon-like nose that at first throws off cured meat and then toasted wheat and barrel char. Despite its dark color, the fruit is tart red berries. And the finish is one-dimensional: It's dry and woody, especially for a ripasso.",Campotorbian,19,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Provolo 1998 Campotorbian  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/provolo-1998-campotorbian-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Provolo
14.4,Red,US,"A big bruiser with youthful wild berry, sage and earth flavors and hefty tannins. Has the jamminess and sharp acids of a young wine. Drink with rich meats, tomato sauce and olive oil.",,15,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ravenswood 2000 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
12.5,Red,Italy,"Creamy vanilla aromas add character and identity to the otherwise modest nose. In the mouth, the cherry and plum fruit seems a bit sweet and thick; in fact, the mouthfeel is creamy, much like the bouquet. Some tart, lemony notes detract from the finish.",,12,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico,,Venturini Massimino 2001  Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venturini-massimino-2001-red-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,2001,Venturini Massimino
14,Red,Argentina,"Cola and vanilla aromas kick off the nose, which is solid if not overtly fruity. Raspberry and cream flavors dominate the palate prior to a round, smooth finish that features some charred meat and vanilla. Weighty, with a spicy element throughout. —M.S.",Bodega Polo,8,85,Mendoza Province,Carodilla,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Bodega Polo Merlot (Carodilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-bodega-polo-merlot-carodilla/,Merlot,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
13,White,US,"Pear and crème brûlée cover the nose prior to flavors of pears and citrus. This wine is thick, bordering on viscous, but that richness ensures that there's an ultrarich mouthfeel. Still, it seems short on subtleties and nuance.",,18,85,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 2001 Viognier (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-2001-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Viognier,2001,Steele
13.8,Red,Argentina,"This blend of Cabernet, Malbec and Merlot is round and intense, with aromatic notes of iodine, rubber and smoked meat. At first taste, the palate is like a confection—something similar to cherry lollipops. And the finish is acidic and sharp. With time it settles down, indicating that it could improve with age. But now it's clumsy and aggressive. —M.S.",Quimera,55,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2001 Quimera Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2001-quimera-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2001,Achaval-Ferrer
14,Red,US,"This is a blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. It is very dry. There are some rich flavors of berries and herbs. It is a good, somewhat rustic red wine. The tannins are considerable and last through the finish. —S.H.",Capriccio Italien,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2000 Capriccio Italien Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2000-capriccio-italien-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2000,Midnight
12.7,White,Argentina,"Forward and fruity, if a bit clumsy and unrefined. The palate is crisp and fresh, with good apple, pear and herb flavors. And the finish is just as easygoing; it's very clean and simple, with no heavy oak. —M.S.",,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Blason 2002 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blason-2002-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2002,Blason
,White,Argentina,"The flavors are somewhat candied and sweet, but the finish is bold and full of vanilla. Possibly too sweet for high-end drinkers but potentially a mainstream winner. —M.S.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2001 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2001-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Tapiz
11.5,Red,Italy,"This light rendering is quite the quaffing wine. The nose is floral, with dried red fruit. The palate delivers more of that dried fruit, particularly currants and raspberry. It feels good on the palate and goes down easy, without a fuss. Best Buy.",,6,85,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Soldo 2000  Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soldo-2000-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2000,Soldo
14.6,Red,US,"An inky black, thick wine that feels like Port in the mouth, with alcohol and heat carrying dark berry flavors. Acidity is pretty high, which adds to sense of heat and bitterness.",Carla's Vineyards,29,85,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 2000 Carla's Vineyards Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-carlas-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
13,Red,Italy,"For all intents and purposes, Masi makes this wine (but in conjunction with the Alighieri family). It's leathery in the nose, with chocolate and raisin aromas. Prune and milk chocolate flavors dominate prior to a fairly long, textured finish. Let it be noted that one reviewer liked this wine quite a bit more than the other panelists, even going so far as to recommend it as an accompaniment to meats and cheeses.",Serego Alighieri,15,85,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Masi 1998 Serego Alighieri  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1998-serego-alighieri-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Masi
13.5,White,Argentina,"The bouquet of flowers, honey and apples is nice, as is the palate, which is round and full of coconut, banana and other exotic fruits. Some tangerines and limes dance together on the rather big and full finish. —M.S.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2002 Viognier (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2002-viognier-mendoza/,Viognier,2002,Santa Julia
13,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet offers briar, tomato and spice, but not much fruit. The palate deals a lean hand of rhubarb and cherry, while the finish is fair to middling, but does deliver length. Firm tannins and healthy acids keep it in balance. —M.S.",Santa Julia,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2001 Santa Julia Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2001-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2001,Santa Julia
,Red,US,"Rustic and naive, a country style wine that will seem simple to some, but has its own charms. Filled with vibrant cherry and spice flavors, and girded with soft tannins and crisp acids, it will be good with pasta, barbecue and similar everyday fare.",Fleur de Montagne,21,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 2000 Fleur de Montagne Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-2000-fleur-montagne-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Sierra Vista
,Red,Argentina,"Foresty aromas more than fruit are what you get fromthe clean, fresh bouquet. The palate offers a healthy dose of cherry fruit and black pepper, while the spicy finish rings with clarity. Good value. —M.S.",Elsa,8,85,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2001 Elsa Cabernet Sauvignon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2001-elsa-cabernet-sauvignon-san-rafael/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Valentín Bianchi
13,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of cool earth, coffee and plenty of oak-driven mocha and toffee comprise the bouquet, while the palate offers supple cherry and berry fruit with oak shadings. The finish is rather light, with a hint of vegetable at the center. —M.S.",Henry Lagarde Estate Bottled,10,85,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Lagarde 1999 Henry Lagarde Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-1999-henry-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-lujan-cuyo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Lagarde
12.5,White,Australia,"The Y Series is a good, simple introduction to Riesling that includes fruit from Eden and Barossa Valleys. Offers lively gooseberry, lime and yellow fruit flavors, plus a mouthfeel that is almost viscous; finishes with some zip.",Y Series,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2002 Y Series Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2002-series-riesling-south/,Riesling,2002,Yalumba
13,Red,US,"This is a young, jammy wine, despite the light body and the fact that it's three years old. Raspberry, tobacco and vanilla aromas lead to berry flavors and soft acids, although the tannins are apparent and it finishes with a rough earthiness.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Equus 1999 Mourvèdre (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/equus-1999-mourvedre-central-coast-paso-robles/,Mourvèdre,1999,Equus
13.5,White,Argentina,"The broad aromas of apple and pineapple carry just a hint of green vegetables. The palate is pure Sauvignon Blanc in the New Zealand style, with pear, grapefruit and some bell pepper. The finish is long and zesty. —M.S.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2002-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Bodega Norton
14.5,White,US,"On the plus side are ripe, exotic flavors of peaches, white chocolate, sweetened coffee, vanilla and cotton candy. There's also a burst of bright acidity. One quibble is the texture, which is thick and syrupy. Some will find it delicious.",,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Cedarville 2001 Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedarville-2001-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2001,Cedarville
13.5,White,US,"On the herbal side, with tobacco and sage flavors alongside peaches and apples. Dry and tart, it's a refreshing and versatile wine.",Coastal Reserve,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Callaway 2000 Coastal Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-2000-coastal-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Callaway
13.3,Red,US,"A challenging wine. Has some nice notes of ripe blackberry and plum, with tobacco and earthy complexities, and is dry, with rich tannins and good, crisp acidity. Yet there's an astringency that detracts. —S.H.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1999 Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1999-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Buttonwood Farm
,Red,Argentina,"This wine from Valentin Bianchi always carries some interesting aromatics, such as clove and licorice. Flavors of blueberries and black pepper control the clean palate. On the back end, dry woody notes remain after the fruitiness does its fade. Best Buy. —M.S.",Elsa,8,86,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2001 Elsa Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2001-elsa-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,2001,Valentín Bianchi
14.4,White,US,"Full-bodied and mouthfilling, a big wine with green apple and pear flavors and overtones of citrus. Oak and lees are subtle and balanced. The finish has a rich spiciness.",Lone Oak Vineyard,35,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Lone Oak Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-lone-oak-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,US,"Strong, earthy Zin, with basic flavors of wild berries, tobacco and dried herbs. Dry and pretty tannic. Not much subtlety, and certainly not a wimpy wine.",Vintners Blend,10,86,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 2000 Vintners Blend Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-vintners-blend-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
14.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose offers maple, roasted nuts and some deep black fruit. The palate is grapy and chunky, and the finish is heavily dosed with coffee and burnt wood. The overall sensation is slightly hot and tannic. For those interested, it's from Yacochuya, in the northern Salta region. —M.S.",,15,86,Other,Argentina,,Domingo Molina 2000 Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domingo-molina-2000-malbec-other/,Malbec,2000,Domingo Molina
12.8,Red,US,"This is a nice drinking wine, ripely fruity, with sturdy but soft tannins. It's rich enough to accompany grilled meats, and also good by itself.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 2001 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,CK Mondavi
,White,Argentina,"Like virtually every wine from the Catena family, oak is at the lead. You can smell clear notes of butterscotch and wood. In the mouth, a creamy sensation takes over, while flavors of vanilla and lemon carry the show. The finish is long and oaky, with plenty of vanillin. What some might see as overoaked will be a pleasure to others. —M.S.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2002 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2002-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2002,Alamos
15,Red,Italy,"The nose on this wine was difficult at first, yielding sulfur and some barnyard. The palate, however, issues chocolate and cherries, while the finish is mildly bitter and thick. Two of our panelists thought it good, but much like a liquid confection. Our third reviewer gushed over its soft, supple feel and early drinkability.",,36,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Nando 1997  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nando-1997-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1997,Nando
13.5,Red,US,"Big, hot and peppery, a bruiser of a wine that smacks of its wild mountain origins. Flavors are big and ripe, with some dessicated notes of raisins and prunes. Absolutely dry, with gentle tannins.",Clockspring Vineyard,13,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2000 Clockspring Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2000-clockspring-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Amador Foothill Winery
,Red,Argentina,"Some spicy red-fruit aromas along with hints of citrus rind and pine needles signal freshness. Solid plum and raspberry flavors confirm its medium weight and middle-of-the-road aspirations. On the back end, smooth oak is a good touch. —M.S.",,10,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Alamos
,White,US,"Nice wine for the price, with plenty of rich apple and lime flavors. Balanced and harmonious, the acids make it clean and refreshing. The finish is long and citrusy.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Fog Mountain 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fog-mountain-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Fog Mountain
13.9,White,US,"Rather lean, acidic and bitter, with citrusy, appley flavors and a nice overlay of oak and lees. With only 646 cases produced, seems to be the victim of overly cool growing conditions.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ledson 2000 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2000,Ledson
13.5,White,Argentina,"Well oaked, with coconut and fruit vying for center stage. The mouthfeel is soft, evidence of low acidity. But the flavor profile is rewarding: there's custard, lemon and lots of barrel char. When you hear of wines that taste and smell like the inside of a barrel, this one might qualify. Still, it has enough fruit to save it from its oaky self. —M.S.",Broquel,15,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2001 Broquel Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2001-broquel-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Trapiche
13.2,Red,US,"Here's a Bordeaux blend with some good, rich flavors and fine tannins. Has none of those annoying raisiny notes you sometimes get from the appellation, and the alcohol is a modest 13.2%. —S.H.",French Connection,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 French Connection Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-french-connection-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,2000,EOS
,Red,Italy,"A clean and easy wine from a venerable producer. While not a blockbuster, Giuseppe Quintarelli has made an earthy, leafy interesting wine with cherry and vanilla characteristics and some leathery qualities. Moderate tannins and a short finish indicate that it's a drink-now type of wine.",Primofiore,32,86,Veneto,Veronese,,Quintarelli 1999 Primofiore Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintarelli-1999-primofiore-red-veronese/,Red Blend,1999,Quintarelli
13.5,Red,Argentina,Some spice-driven raspberry notes as well as the scent of licorice gum drops define the nose prior to a palate of snappy berry fruit with solid oak in support. The finish is mild but long. Solid Malbec. —M.S.,Oak Cask,9,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2000 Oak Cask Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2000-oak-cask-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Trapiche
13.5,Red,Australia,"An easy, drink-me-now Shiraz with cream and juicy red fruit on the palate. More creamy oak plays through the finish, and on the nose.",,17,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 2000 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Yalumba
13.5,White,US,"Nowhere near as rich as the sumptuous '99. Leans toward lime flavors, with high acidity and smoke and vanilla from oak. The finish is very clean and refreshing, but this is far from an opulent Chardonnay.",Miriage,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 2000 Miriage Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-2000-miriage-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Martin Ray
,Red,Argentina,"With briar and oak aromas, the fruit seems a bit subdued. The palate, however, delivers ample sweet cherry and plum flavors and the finish is nicely structured and tight, albeit a bit oaky. A nicely made wine. —M.S.",,18,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Felipe Rutini 2000 Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-2000-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2000,Felipe Rutini
14.1,Red,US,"Here's the kind of red 19th-century Sonoma immigrants drank with gusto, a strong, rich wine with  berry flavors and an in-your-face personality. Dry, tannic and gutsy, this wine isn't shy about showing its sunny, warm-climate origins. —S.H.",Cavallo Block,25,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston of Dry Creek 2001 Cavallo Block Barbera (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-dry-creek-2001-cavallo-block-barbera-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Barbera,2001,Preston of Dry Creek
12.5,Red,Argentina,"This is a bit lighter than most Mendoza Malbecs, but it has some healthy berry fruit and spice along with aromatic notes of pine and resin. The finish is oaky and airy. Easygoing and very drinkable. —M.S.",Henry Lagarde,10,86,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Lagarde 1999 Henry Lagarde Malbec (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagarde-1999-henry-malbec-lujan-cuyo/,Malbec,1999,Lagarde
13,Red,Italy,"Raisins, plum skins and root beer make for an attractive ripasso-style nose. Dried cherries and chocolate carry the palate, which is generally smooth and silky in terms of feel. The finish is fairly delicate and understated, but long",Monte Gradella,20,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Santa Sofia 1998 Monte Gradella  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-sofia-1998-monte-gradella-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1998,Santa Sofia
13,Red,Italy,". For a ripasso, this wine delivers what it should: raisin, vanilla and cola aromas in front of spicy cherry, black plum and apple skin flavors. The finish is smooth and layered, but at the very end some tannins rear up.",Vigneto Scaiso,19,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Ca' del Monte 1995 Vigneto Scaiso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-monte-1995-vigneto-scaiso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1995,Ca' del Monte
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Very dark and extracted, with brooding aromas of ink and lots and lots of wood. In the mouth, plum and blueberry fruit gets a boost from some chocolaty flavors, but that same fruit also gets covered up by some very heavy oak. The finish is rather grapy and heavy, with a cooling hint of menthol. —M.S.",Finca Altamira,85,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Achaval-Ferrer 2000 Finca Altamira Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/achaval-ferrer-2000-finca-altamira-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Achaval-Ferrer
,Red,US,"Earth, herbs, and plums mark this dry wine, with pretty hefty tannins and soft acids. It's a bit one-dimensional but earns extra points for the rich texture and smooth, spicy finish.",,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2000 Mourvèdre (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2000-mourvedre-sierra-foothills/,Mourvèdre,2000,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
15.2,Red,US,"Packaged in a heavy, fancy bottle, this wine attempts to make a statement. It's darkly colored and thick, offering up youthful, jammy aromas of blackberries, coffee and dark chocolate. It's a heavy, thick wine, weighing down the palate with the size of the fruit, tannins and hefty alcohol.",St. Peters Church,50,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rosenblum 2000 St. Peters Church Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-st-peters-church-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,Italy,"The aromas are of red fruit, leaves, black pepper and olives. Combined, that signals a bit of green, which is confirmed on the palate, where tasty plum fruit mixes with oak-driven caramel and a touch of the veggies. Chalky tannins dominate the finish.",Capitello,45,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Tenuta Sant'Antonio 1999 Capitello Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-santantonio-1999-capitello-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Tenuta Sant'Antonio
13,White,US,"A nice, well-rounded wine, with enough ripe, appley fruit and oak to satisfy. Dry and crisp, with a polished structure.",Heck Family Cellar Selection,11,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2000 Heck Family Cellar Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2000-heck-family-cellar-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lake Sonoma
13,Red,US,"Lean and earthy, a tart wine with lime and grapefruit flavors and powerful acidity. There's little apparent oak or lees. If you like austere, flinty Chards, this one is made for you.",,23,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 2000 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Michel-Schlumberger
8.5,Dessert,Argentina,"Fresh and light, with pineapple aromas and some citrus zest. The palate is lithe, pretty and packed with spicy peach and pear flavors. The finish comes in layers. This is one of Argentina's best Torrontés. —M.S.",Tardio - Late Harvest,12,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2001 Tardio - Late Harvest Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2001-tardio-late-harvest-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2001,Santa Julia
13,Red,Italy,"A blend of Cabernets Sauvignon and Franc that offers charred meat, rubber and cedar aromas on top of some lighter-weight red fruit. The palate is on the thin side, with cherry and plum flavors mixing with a hint of leather. The finish is of moderate length, with a nice, inoffensive texture. The tannins and acids, both of which are prominent, indicate that it should be drunk with food.",Marinali Rosso,20,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Villa Sandi 1998 Marinali Rosso Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-1998-marinali-rosso-red-veneto/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Villa Sandi
14.4,Red,US,"Rich and balanced, with well-tamed tannins framing ripe blackberry, cherry, blueberry and peppery-herb flavors. Very dry, with uplifting acids. Try this in place of Merlot or Cabernet with your next steak.",,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Ravenswood 2000 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
14.8,Red,US,"A thick, brawny wine, packed with tannins that numb the palate. Flavors are earthy and veer toward tobacco, dried herbs and hard spices. Difficult to tell where it's going, but try aging through 2006.",Teldeschi,35,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ravenswood 2000 Teldeschi Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-2000-teldeschi-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Ravenswood
13,Red,Italy,"Dark in color and commensurately packed with aromas of black plum, blackberry and chocolate. The texture is kind of jammy, yet full-level acids make for a juicy feel. The finish is smooth but short.",Sant'urbano,21,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Speri 1999 Sant'urbano  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/speri-1999-santurbano-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1999,Speri
13.5,Red,Italy,"Smoky and leathery, with snappy raspberry fruit and a fairly strong dose of cinnamon-tinged oak. The finish is smooth and medium in length, and for a ripasso the freshness is commendable.",Sagramoso,,86,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Pasqua 1999 Sagramoso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-1999-sagramoso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1999,Pasqua
13.5,Red,Italy,"Black cherry, tobacco and grape stems comprise the nose, while the palate is mostly standard-fare cherry, plum and toast. The finish is kind of thick, with raisin flavors along with herbal notes. Soft tannins make for medium to full mouthfeel.",Testal,28,86,Veneto,Veronese,,Nicolis 2000 Testal Red (Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolis-2000-testal-red-veronese/,Red Blend,2000,Nicolis
13.8,Red,US,"Offers heaps of blackberry, herb and tobacco flavors. Oak plays a supporting role. Fairly tannic, and slightly bitter in the finish. Could use more weight in the middle. —S.H.",Sanctuary,28,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 1999 Sanctuary Red (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1999-sanctuary-red-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Jekel
,Red,Argentina,"At first the nose is somewhat dull and closed, but patience and swirling reveals black fruit, some wood notes and a bit of rubber. Boysenberry fruit drives the palate. The finish goes heavy on the oak, but there's also some nice layering. —M.S.",,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2001 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2001-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Alamos
13,Red,Argentina,"The nose is floral and sweet, if a bit candied. In the mouth, full and fresh blueberries mix nicely with the essences of clove and anise. The finish is smooth and sturdy, and surprisingly long. This is a good wine from a little-known producer, one that gets better with airing. –M.S.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Gentile Collins 2001 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gentile-collins-2001-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Gentile Collins
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Cherry and vanilla aromas set the stage for this clean, bold Syrah that delivers tasty raspberry and cherry fruit. The finish is smooth and textured, yet not terribly tannic. It's a complete wine that offers a lot for the price. Best Buy. —M.S.",Sanes SA,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Sanes SA Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-sanes-sa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
13,Red,Argentina,"A lightly extracted Malbec with clean, pure flavors. Some floral, lavender aromas accent blueberry notes, while flavors of pepper and baking spice add character to more typical black plum and blueberry. The finish is lengthy, dry and warming. Balance, freshness and a soft mouthfeel are all pluses. Best Buy. —M.S.",,9,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2001 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2001-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Santa Julia
,Red,US,"Consistently the winery's finest Pinot, the Roosevelt simply outperforms the rest of its siblings. There's plenty of meat on these bones, with more than a hint of iron and mineral flavors. It is compact, clean and persistent. Like the rest of this brand's lineup, it needs more time to really show well. —P.G.",Roosevelt,48,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Elk Cove 2000 Roosevelt Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2000-roosevelt-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Elk Cove
,Red,Spain,"On par with Chivite's other Reservas, but this infant just isn't talking much quite yet. Nuances of black pepper, plum and oak play on the nose. Rich mouthfeel; juicy red berry and earth flavors peeking from the palate. Wake this one up 2005–2015.",Colección 125 Reserva,,90,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2000 Colección 125 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2000-coleccion-125-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Bodegas Julián Chivite
14.1,Red,South Africa,"The aromas and flavors of tobacco, anise and apple peels are fleshed out with vivid fruit, in the form of blackberries and plums. A bit of air develops the consuming sensation of pepper into an herby char on the finish, and chalky, coating tannins on the body.",,25,88,Franschhoek,,,Môreson 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-franschhoek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Môreson
,Red,Spain,"Unique flavors, especially considering that this is Tempranillo, not a Bordeaux blend. Cherry fruit and lead pencil predominate, with a hint of weediness; mint and green-wood flavors stick out on the long finish. Drink from 2008.",Colección 125 Reserva,42,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 1998 Colección 125 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-1998-coleccion-125-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Bodegas Julián Chivite
14,Red,South Africa,"Veiled by aromas of dry peat, cigarbox and caramel you'll find black cherry fruit on the palate. A sip reveals the same, with the addition of green herbs that come off a touch bitter. —K.F.",Roland's Reserve Estate Wine,32,87,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2000 Roland's Reserve Estate Wine Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2000-rolands-reserve-estate-wine-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,2000,Seidelberg
14,Red,South Africa,"The nose of sweet tobacco, black plum, blackberry, dry earth and cedar is a pleasant invitation to the licorice, molasses and black plum on the palate. Finishes with herby char. Juicy acidity and light tannins make this a fine mealtime selection.",Roland's Reserve Estate Wine,32,87,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2000 Roland's Reserve Estate Wine Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2000-rolands-reserve-estate-wine-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Seidelberg
,Red,US,"Although the black stone fruit, chocolate, and currant flavors are a bit light, the wine is polished, with plenty of toasty oak that provides nuances of smoke and vanilla. The tannins are pretty solid; most tasters felt the wine needs time to come around.",Rockpile Road Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Rockpile Road Vineyard Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-rockpile-road-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Rosenblum
14.5,White,South Africa,"Toast, salinity and meatlean, the mouthfeel is somewhat viscous. —K.F.",,15,87,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2001 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2001-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2001,Seidelberg
13,Red,South Africa,"Aromas run the ganut from red plum, cranberry and sourdough to wood stain and meat marinade. On the palate, red plum, leather and beef stock are accented with bay leaf. Juicy acidity merits pairing with food.",,35,87,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 1999 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1999,Rust en Vrede
,Red,US,"From the Sierra Foothills, a simple, likeable wine with pleasant berry-cherry flavors and a solid dose of toasty oak. It's very tannic, so be warned, but it's okay to drink now with rustic fare, such as pizza. A few tasters objected to its tart astringency.",,24,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Tehema Foothills,Marr 2001 Petite Sirah (Tehema Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-2001-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-tehema/,Petite Sirah,2001,Marr
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Throughout this wine is a sensation of fortification, but without the sweetness or viscosity. On the nose, it reads as rum, with flavors of currant, golden raisin, and candied citrus rinds. The drying tannins pull no punches and serve to draw everything together.",Helderberg,20,86,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2000 Helderberg Grenache-Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2000-helderberg-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-stellenbosch/,Grenache-Syrah,2000,Ken Forrester
13.5,White,South Africa,"From the nose to the palate, this wine is easily described by lemon buttercreme icing with citrus zest. If that sounds too cloying, no worries thanks to the dried herbs and lightbodied style. —K.F.",KWV,10,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2002 KWV Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2002-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2002,KWV
13.8,Red,US,"Another soft, easy-drinking wine from warm Paso Robles. Everyone admired the rich, ripe fruity flavors, with hints of mint, tobacco and pepper. The finish is short and simple, with a spicy cinnamon taste.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Victor Hugo 2000 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/victor-hugo-2000-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2000,Victor Hugo
,Red,US,"In the mouth, this wine has the plushest, smoothest tannins you can imagine, soft and furry and fine as fur. Oak barrel aging adds sweet oak and more smoothness. Yet the underlying fruit lacks intensity for all this structure. The plum flavors turn earthy on the finish. —S.H.",Starmont,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2000 Starmont Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2000-starmont-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Merryvale
,White,Argentina,"Bright yellow in color, with a heavy scoop of honey, cream and overripe tropical fruit to the nose. The flavors are dull and a little bit vegetal. Not flawed but not inspiring. Even worse, it tastes old. –M.S.",Cosecha,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2000 Cosecha White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2000-cosecha-white-mendoza/,White Blend,2000,Alta Vista
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Baked-apple aromas are met by toast and red plums on the palate. The finish is herbal, but with a last minute bloom of sweet plum and cinnamon. —K.F.",,11,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 2000 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2000-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2000,KWV
12,White,South Africa,Honeysuckle and vanilla toast open into citrus aromas that repeat on the slightly gamy palate. The medium-length finish is tinged with herbs. —K.F.,Revelry,8,86,Worcester,,,Rawson's 2001 Revelry White (Worcester),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rawsons-2001-revelry-white-worcester/,White Blend,2001,Rawson's
,Red,US,"Here's a good mouthful of Cabernet, with true varietal character. Blackberries and currants are generously framed in oak, and the tannins are nice and rich. It lacks a bit of complexity and subtlety, but this could be your house red. —S.H.",Vintner's Collection,13,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2000 Vintner's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2000-vintners-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Sterling
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Earthy aromas are accompanied by driftwood and endive. These repeat on the palate, accompanied by cinnamon, dried meat and dried herbs. The finish has eucalyptus up front and a sweet, fruity bloom at the back end. Lovely wine, but without appropriate heft. —K.F.",,23,86,Stellenbosch,,,Cape View 1999 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-view-1999-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1999,Cape View
13.5,Red,US,"This limited-production Pinot is a puzzler. Right now the wine is hard as a rock and overrun with tough tannins. There are some flavors of sour cherry and red berry poking through, but at this price one wants more.—P.G.",Twelve Row Block Limited Production,65,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1999 Twelve Row Block Limited Production Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1999-twelve-row-block-limited-production-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Sokol Blosser
,Red,US,"Dr. Bruce typically produces big, extracted wines. One taster called this super-ripe, and most found flavors of raspberries, blackberries and cherries. But there were also notes of cola and a simple, one-dimensional structure that make it a lightweight.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,David Bruce 2001 Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-2001-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,2001,David Bruce
,Red,US,"Pretty nice drinking, with full-throttle fruity-berry flavors raning fom blackberry to mint, with an intriguing tarry, smoky note. Has a rich, creamy texture, almost syrupy, ut saved from flatness by refreshing acidity and charry oak. A simple quaffer, but will age well.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Foppiano 2001 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2001-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2001,Foppiano
14,Red,South Africa,"Strong aromas of black cherry, brown sugar and toast continue on through to the palate and the finish, which is tinged with meat. Overall, this is simple yet satisfying. —K.F.",,13,86,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2000,Fleur Du Cap
13,Red,Italy,"Barbera raised in stainless steel can sometimes be too tart; this one is done in large wood vats. Plenty of ripe fruit balances healthy natural acidity. Floral aromas and a crisp, clean finish make this a solid choice for a busy weeknight. Best Buy.",,12,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2001-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,US,"Nice balance here between black fruit (plum, berry) and tobacco and herb flavors. Gritty Dry Creek tannins are very dry, and acidity is good. Feels good in the mouth, if a bit rustic, and the finish is a bit astringent. Looks to be an ager.",Limited Bottling,21,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 Limited Bottling Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-limited-bottling-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
13,Red,Spain,"Chewy and medium-bodied, this is an easy, interesting choice for a weeknight dinner, or a friend's BYO party. Mixed red and black fruit have oak and mocha nuances; tree bark and herb aromas add interest to red plum and raspberry on the nose. —D.M.",Crianza,12,86,Northern Spain,Cigales,,Calderona 1999 Crianza Red (Cigales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calderona-1999-crianza-red-cigales/,Red Blend,1999,Calderona
12.5,Red,Spain,"Medium-bodied, juicy and this side of bouncy, this Tempranillo packs what feels like two pounds of plums into every glass. Meaty, peppery notes add interest on the nose and finish. Drink now. —D.M.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 2000  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-2000-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Bodegas Fuentespina
,White,France,"Relatively lean for Meursault, balancing butter and anise aromas against pear fruit. It's tight now and in need of some cellaring. Finishes with some dusty notes.",,37,86,Burgundy,Meursault,,Château de Meursault 2000  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-2000-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Château de Meursault
,White,France,"From just outside Meursault and adjacent to the chateau, this Chardonnay shows crisp apples and unripe pears, accented by just the barest hints of honeysuckle and butterscotch. Tart, lemony and slightly chalky on the finish.",Clos du Chateau,17,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Château de Meursault 2000 Clos du Chateau  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-2000-clos-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2000,Château de Meursault
13.5,White,South Africa,"Lovely aromas of starfruit, honey, herbs and oak transfer to the palate with a bit of heat. This is slightly viscous throughout, but the acidity keeps it from feeling too thick. —K.F.",Oaked,10,86,Stellenbosch,,,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery 2001 Oaked Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bowe-joubert-vineyard-winery-2001-oaked-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery
13.5,Red,Spain,"Offers Syrahlike, rich blackberry fruit and a slight caramel-oak twinge. It's mouthfilling and brimming with promise, but it wants the power and richness that could have catapulted it over the “excellent” mark. Nose offers liqueurish, black-peppery aromas. —D.M.",Marbore,28,86,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodegas Pirineos 1999 Marbore Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-pirineos-1999-marbore-red-somontano/,Red Blend,1999,Bodegas Pirineos
12.5,White,Spain,"At once lively and round, this is a not-too-racy, not-too-mushy Albariño from northern Spain. Yellow stone fruit and citrus (especially lemon pith) vie for top billing on the palate. Good with white fish, or as an apÈritif. —D.M.",,17,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo San Mauro 2001 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-san-mauro-2001-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2001,Pazo San Mauro
13,White,Italy,"Partial barrel fermentation shows in the wine's aromas of smoke and cashew. Modest pear and citrus flavors turn mealy on the finish, picking up hints of anise and resin.     .",Vigneto Morino,17,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Beni di Batasiolo 2000 Vigneto Morino Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2000-vigneto-morino-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,2000,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,US,"Pretty wine, and pleasant with rich meats or pasta. Straddles the line between plum and blackberry flavors, and leaner herbs and green olives. Soft tannins make it an easy drink, although it's fairly acidic. —S.H.",Family Selection,12,86,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 2000 Family Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2000-family-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Trinchero
13.1,Red,US,"A full, husky set of clean but nondescript red-fruit aromas lead into a firm palate of strawberry and raspberry. The finish is smooth, but light, and throughout it gives off an air of confidence despite some hard tannins. A nice surprise from a state better known for potatoes. —M.S.",,14,86,Idaho,Idaho,,Sawtooth 1999 Merlot (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawtooth-1999-merlot-idaho/,Merlot,1999,Sawtooth
12.5,Red,Argentina,Very light in color and strange in the nose; the cherry aromas are candied and downright strange. The palate is of little consequence and the finish is lean and tastes of cherry infused tea. –M.S.,,6,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Falling Star 2001 Merlot-Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falling-star-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-malbec-mendoza/,Merlot-Malbec,2001,Falling Star
13,Red,Argentina,"“Roble” means oak, but there isn't much positive oak to this low-impact wine that smells of green herbs and animal hide. Some tart pie cherry fruit seems adequate at first, but it doesn't hold on for long. Thin, tart and angular. –M.S.",Tawert SA,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2001 Tawert SA Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2001-tawert-sa-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2001,Big Daddy Vineyards
14,Red,Argentina,"The nose has an artificial quality to it, something akin to cream soda. The palate offers muddles cassis and plum flavors, while it finishes rough, with coffee and burnt toast notes. Tannic and drying. –M.S.",Bodega Polo,8,81,Mendoza Province,San Martin,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Bodega Polo Cabernet Sauvignon (San Martin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-bodega-polo-cabernet-sauvignon-san-martin/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
12,Red,Italy,"A whiff of ballpark hot dogs is about all you can pull from the dull nose. This wine is watery thin, with just the minimum in terms of cherry fruit and body. The finish is tight-grained and hard. Whether food might save it remains to be seen.",Estate Bottled,12,81,Veneto,Bardolino Classico Superiore,,Guerrieri Rizzardi 2000 Estate Bottled  (Bardolino Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerrieri-rizzardi-2000-estate-bottled-red-bardolino-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,2000,Guerrieri Rizzardi
12,Red,Italy,"A nose of molasses and popcorn, and a palate of brown sugar and very ripe grapes didn't do much for our panel. Neither did the tart, tannic finish that runs heavy with residual sugar.",Santepietre,9,81,,Delle Venezie,,Lamberti 2001 Santepietre Merlot (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamberti-2001-santepietre-merlot-delle-venezie/,Merlot,2001,Lamberti
12.8,Red,Argentina,"The light berry nose does not excite, nor does the syrupy palate that runs heavy with plum and pepper. The finish is fat, bulky and unrefined. Only some vital acids save it from a worse fate. –M.S.",Blason,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Familia Barberis 2002 Blason Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-familia-barberis-2002-blason-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Bodega Familia Barberis
12,Red,Italy,"Herbal aromas with some mint and pepper comprise the nose. Some candied cherry fruit is what you get on the thick, cloying palate. Residual sugar seems to be overabundant as the wine finishes sweet and sticky.",,9,81,Veneto,Veneto,,San Giuseppe 2001 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giuseppe-2001-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2001,San Giuseppe
,Red,US,"Bizarrre and funky, with unacceptable aromas and thick, unpleasant flavors.",Hollywood Red,16,81,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,DeRose NV Hollywood Red Red (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/derose-nv-hollywood-red-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Red Blend,,DeRose
13.3,Red,Argentina,"Some funky thistle-like aromas start things in the wrong direction, and from then on everything seems awkward. The palate is overdone with beet and coffee flavors, while the finish is really weighty, bordering on syrupy. –M.S.",Blason,10,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Familia Barberis 2002 Blason Tempranillo (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-familia-barberis-2002-blason-tempranillo-mendoza/,Tempranillo,2002,Bodega Familia Barberis
12.5,Red,Italy,"Heavy tomato sauce aromas with some plum and cherry on the side. The palate is sweet and tastes of root beer and tomato. A round, earthy finish is what you're left with.",,9,81,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Bolla 2001  Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,2001,Bolla
12.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose is sulfuric and gassy, and it takes forever for that to blow off. Flavors of beet, cherry, raspberry and plum are adequate, but the finish is disjointed, dry and buttery. –M.S.",Finca la Celia,6,81,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Angaro 2002 Finca la Celia Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angaro-2002-finca-celia-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Angaro
12,Red,Italy,"A nosing says it all: This wine is over the hill. Aromas of raisins and must conjure images of sherry that's past its prime. The flavors are dry and leafy, and all that's left is acids and tannin. Think old, mediocre Rioja and that's what you have here.",CS Glaxa,10,81,Veneto,Piave,,Villa Sandi 1999 CS Glaxa Cabernet Sauvignon (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-1999-cs-glaxa-cabernet-sauvignon-piave/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Villa Sandi
,Red,Argentina,"Very bland aromas and equally bland fruit with some rubbery notes make this underwhelming. While not offensive or bad, it's just mute, offering the consumer little to sink his or her teeth into. –M.S.",,8,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Septima 2001 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/septima-2001-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2001,Septima
14,White,Argentina,"The pleasant flowery aromas that first arise unfortunately get tangled up with something akin to floor polish. There's lemon, white peach and green herb flavors on the palate, followed by a finish that's clean and persistent. But the body is rather thin and the consistency is that of commercial fruit juice. –M.S.",,7,82,Other,Cafayate,,Finca de Domingo 2001 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-domingo-2001-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,2001,Finca de Domingo
12,Red,Italy,"This wine smells wet and rubbery, and there's a raw leathery aroma, too. Cherry and plum fruit tastes a bit musty. The finish is big and chewy, with some pop to it.",,10,82,Veneto,Bardolino,,Bolla 2001  Bardolino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-2001-red-bardolino/,Red Blend,2001,Bolla
,White,Argentina,"Aromas of lemon curd and oak are about all you get from this fading Chard. The flavors are of lemon and lime, and the finish, while clean, is basic at best. Thin, lean and acidic, but still zestless. Go figure. –M.S.",Felipe Rutini,17,82,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Bodega La Rural 2000 Felipe Rutini Chardonnay (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-rural-2000-felipe-rutini-chardonnay-tupungato/,Chardonnay,2000,Bodega La Rural
14,Red,Argentina,"Big, meaty aromas yield to flavors of plum and clove. The finish features coffee notes and some vanilla. The weakness here is heavy, cheek-starching tannins that throw it out of balance. –M.S.",Bodega Polo,8,82,Mendoza Province,La Consulta,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Bodega Polo Cabernet Sauvignon (La Consulta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-bodega-polo-cabernet-sauvignon-consulta/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose is lean and thin, while the palate is slick, dark and smoky. The finish is light and nondescript, and there seems to be a weedy note at the core. This wine is like a chameleon; it changes a lot but never seems to hit much of a stride. –M.S.",Premium,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2000 Premium Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2000-premium-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Alta Vista
12,Red,Italy,"An herbal wine, one that won't appeal to those put off by leafy, vegetal flavors. One of our reviewers liked the minty, herbal quality, while two others detected hints of asparagus and bell pepper. Still, the mouthfeel is good and the acidity is correct.",,10,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Torresella 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torresella-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Torresella
13,Red,Spain,"An easy drinker, creamy and medium-bodied in the mouth, this crianza offers red plums and oak on the palate, and sweet caramel candy aromas on the nose. Finishes with prickly tannins and some char and herb flavors. —D.M.",Crianza,18,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 1999 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-1999-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Valdubón
14,White,South Africa,"The nose is a delicate blend of toasting bread, tropical fruit and hayloft aromas. The tropical fruit extends to the palate of caramel and toast, with a twang of drying bitterness at the back. The acidity is almost spritzy. —K.F.",,10,86,Western Cape,,,Nederburg 2001 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nederburg-2001-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2001,Nederburg
12.5,White,South Africa,"The aromas of papaya, honeydew melon, tarragon and coriander seed are quite lovely. The simple melon and citrus flavors finish clean, with a hint of dried herbs. —K.F.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2002-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Ken Forrester
14,White,South Africa,"The acidity of this wine is simply refreshing. Distinct honey and lemon peel aromas follow through the palate to the long, herbed finish. —K.F.",,13,86,Franschhoek,,,Môreson 2001 Chenin Blanc (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-2001-chenin-blanc-franschhoek/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Môreson
,Red,US,"An easy-drinking quaffer, with pleasant flavors of blackberry and cherry. So soft and velvety, one taster called it cherry-vanilla ice cream, although it's totally dry. Not a complex, deep wine, but likeable and almost flamboyant in its flavors.",,17,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Fenestra 1999 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fenestra-1999-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,1999,Fenestra
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine is meaty, with chalky tannins. Bacon, caramel, red plum, cherry blossom and herbs are well integrated, making for a balanced and interesting wine. The finish is full of pepper, bacon fat and herbs. —K.F.",Primo Pinotage,8,86,Paarl,,,Fairview 2001 Primo Pinotage Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2001-primo-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2001,Fairview
14.5,Red,US,"Simple and likeable, with cola and black cherry tea flavors wrapped in a light, easy texture. Both the tannins and acids are soft, making for a nice quaff.",,21,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Consilience 2000 Petite Sirah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consilience-2000-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Petite Sirah,2000,Consilience
,Red,Spain,"Mocha and Mexican cinnamon notes compete with a twinge of acetone on the nose. An upfront, easy drinker, it offers red plum from start to finish, and plenty of toasty oak (courtesy of new-wood barrels). Tempranillo-based, with about 15% total Cabernet and Merlot added.",Reserva,49,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Conde de la Salceda 1998 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-salceda-1998-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Conde de la Salceda
,Red,US,"From this longtime Petite Sirah producer, quality wine with flavors veering between blackberry and cherry, and earthier ones of tar. Some tasters objected to bitterness and so-so depth, but others praised the delicious lively fruit.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 2000 Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-2000-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,2000,Concannon
14,White,South Africa,"Aromas of dusty citrus, pear, cilantro and spice meet similar flavors on the palate, plus  a bit of green apple. Finishes with herbs, pepper and citrus. This is well-balanced and very fresh. —K.F.",,17,86,Helderberg,,,de Trafford 2002 Chenin Blanc (Helderberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trafford-2002-chenin-blanc-helderberg/,Chenin Blanc,2002,de Trafford
13,Red,Italy,"A dark, earthy wine, this single-vineyard Dolcetto doesn't have the exuberant fruit of the variety, substituting size, density and tannins. It all adds up to a sturdy, plummy wine that would go well with simply grilled beef.",Bricco di Vergne,14,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001 Bricco di Vergne  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2001-bricco-di-vergne-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
13.4,Red,US,"Every year a handful of Santa Ynez vintners tries to play in the Merlot-Cabernet sweepstakes. This entry keeps their game alive, without advancing any closer to the goal line. It's nuanced with soft tannins, but a touch of  greens. Needs that North Coast oomph. —S.H.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1999 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1999,Buttonwood Farm
13.5,Red,US,"Fresh cherry, mint and cola flavors are underpinned by wood and earth. Compact and youthful, it will reward some serious breathing time. —P.G.",,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sokol Blosser
12.5,Red,Spain,"Forward, expressive plum and raspberry fruit would leap from the glass were it not reigned in by a healthy dose of oak. Brambly, tomatoey—even Bourbonlike—accents waft from the nose. Medium-bodied, this Tempranillo, Garnacha and Mazuelo blend is a natural match for tapas, paella, or gambas al ajillo. Best Buy. —D.M.",,8,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Rioja Vega 2000  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-vega-2000-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2000,Rioja Vega
12.5,White,South Africa,"This is very clean, lightweight and tasty. The nose has a lovely note of lychee, along with citrus peel, fresh-cut grass and a hint of basil that extend to the palate, finishing with toast and grass. Best Buy. —K.F.",,10,87,Western Cape,,,Porcupine Ridge 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2002-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Porcupine Ridge
14,Red,Spain,"This Cabernet, Syrah, Petit Verdot blend has ripe, juicy blackberry and black cherry fruit that is muted by a heavy dose of dry, woodsy tannins. Cream, vanilla and nut accents from start to finish underscore its seemingly liberal exposure to oak. —D.M.",Emeritus,50,87,Central Spain,Toledo,,Marques de Griñon 1998 Emeritus Red (Toledo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-1998-emeritus-red-toledo/,Red Blend,1998,Marques de Griñon
13,Red,US,"Dark, with earthy blackberry aromas and notes of sauteed mushrooms and oak. Very rich in the mouth, filled with blackberry flavors. The tannins are pronounced and thick in this young, aggressive wine. Try aging for five years. —S.H.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Mayo 2000 Los Chamizal Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-2000-los-chamizal-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Mayo
,Red,US,"Firesteed's 10th vintage shows the consumer-friendly budget brand in top form. Here are tart, varietal flavors, mixing strawberry and sweet cherry fruit. Tannins tend slightly toward earthy, and there is a hint of unripe beet in the finish. But at the price, this is a solid, even fleshy, bottle of good juice. Best Buy. —P.G.",,10,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Firesteed 2001 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firesteed-2001-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Firesteed
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The brick rim is tinted with orange, and the feel is a little loose—odd for such a young vintage. A hint of animal aroma is followed by sausage and caraway. Leather, dry tobacco and cedar flavors complete the package that has distinct roasted red peppers throughout.",DC,13,87,Coastal Region,,,Darling Cellars 1999 DC Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darling-cellars-1999-dc-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Darling Cellars
13.8,Red,US,"A pleasant and tasty Merlot, with polished flavors of plums, blackberries, chocolate and green olives. Tannins are soft and fine, and the finish is dry. This is a well-crafted red wine, and very balanced. —S.H.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2000 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2000-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2000,Clos du Bois
,Red,US,"This estate's top bottling is well made in this vintage, with a nice medley of ripe berries, cassis, coffee and earth. Quite young and firm, its tart acids are still in control, with some chalky, unresolved tannins on the finish. Time could well improve the score. —P.G.",Arcus Estate,53,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 2000 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2000-arcus-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Archery Summit
,Red,Spain,"Medium-weight and approachable now, this Cab-Tempranillo from southern Spain offers juicy (though a little sour) red cherry and plum fruit, with smoke and char accents. Piquant red fruit and earth aromas waft from the nose. Try this at your next barbecue—at this price, how can you go wrong? 60,000 cases produced.",Agarena,8,87,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Bodegas Murviedro 2001 Agarena Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-murviedro-2001-agarena-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-utiel-requena/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bodegas Murviedro
14.5,White,South Africa,"A light note of banana accompanies aromas of pineapple and white peach that sway to the sweet, semi-viscous palate. Finishes with creamy vanilla and plenty of heat. —K.F.",Reserve,16,87,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2001-reserve-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2001,Boschendal
12.5,White,South Africa,"A straightforward nose of sweet peas and honeysuckle lead to citrus and faint melon on the palate; finishes with a bit of grassiness. Although a bit simple, this is rather nice, with a light body and lively acidity. —K.F.",Blanc de Mer,12,87,Hemel en Aarde,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2001 Blanc de Mer Meritage (Hemel en Aarde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2001-blanc-mer-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-hemel-en-aarde/,Meritage,2001,Bouchard Finlayson
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A whiff of pepper blows off, revealing red cherry and grilled meat notes. Ripe, sweet red-plum flavors have a similar meatiness with toasty caramel accents. A bit green toward the finish, but with a heat not unlike pepper chaff.",,12,87,South Africa,,,Bergsig 2001 Pinotage (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergsig-2001-pinotage/,Pinotage,2001,Bergsig
,Red,France,"Shows “redder” fruit than the Grèves; brighter and sweeter—more like strawberries than cherries. Soft and supple, there's no aging necessary. Picks up coffee and chocolate notes on the finish.",Cent-Vignes Premier Cru,31,87,Burgundy,Beaune,,Château de Meursault 1999 Cent-Vignes Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-1999-cent-vignes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château de Meursault
14.5,Red,US,"Great structure here, with super-velvety tannins and firm acids. Feels clean in the mouth, with subtle oak. The flavors suggest blackberries, with a strong overlay of pepper and sage. Cool climate winegrowing has produced a wine that straddles the line between ripe and green. —S.H.",,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Buena Vista
13.5,White,South Africa,"This is full-flavored with a light-bodied, accessible style. The mellow apricot and tropical fruit aromas repeat on the palate, with fresh herb flavors that extend to the long finish. —K.F.",Helderberg,14,87,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2002 Helderberg Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2002-helderberg-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Ken Forrester
14,Red,South Africa,"A satisfying nose of red plum, anise, melon rind and red licorice whet the palate, where the full plum and anise flavors are accompanied by dry toast. A shot of bitter herbs are sensed at the backpalate and on the medium length finish.",,16,87,Paarl,,,Landskroon 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landskroon-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Landskroon
,Red,US,"This controversial wine attracted a great range of scores among the tasters. Several found it overoaked and astringent, while others liked it for its fruity flavors and firm texture. It is young and backward now, and will probably improve with a few years in the cellar.",,35,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2001 Petite Sirah (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2001-petite-sirah-napa-oakville/,Petite Sirah,2001,Turnbull
,Red,US,"Lots of richness in this pretty red table wine. It's dry and complex, with true varietal flavors of blackcurrants and herbs, and a good overlay of spicy, toasty oak. Tannins are melted, with supportive acids, and the finish is dry and flavorful. —S.H.",,18,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Quintana 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintana-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Quintana
13.5,White,Spain,"This 90% Sauvignon Blanc, 10% Parellada is resinous in the mouth, with zingy white pepper, stone fruit and banana flavors on the palate and the finish; ts aromas veer more toward bright citrus. The possibilities of food pairings with this wine are endless—start with Thai noodles. —D.M.",Fransola,25,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2001 Fransola Sauvignon Blanc (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-fransola-sauvignon-blanc-penedes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Torres
13,White,Spain,"Round and medium-bodied in the mouth, this Xarel-lo had so much ripe yellow and tropical fruit on the nose that I feared that it would be too sweet in the mouth. This wasn't at all the case. The palate's yellow fruit wore meaty, mushroomy accents that extended into the finish. A very good wine—the kind of white that sommeliers should look to as a food-friendly alternative to Chardonnay. —D.M.",Creu de Lavit - Estate Bottled,15,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Segura Viudas 2001 Creu de Lavit - Estate Bottled Xarel-lo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-2001-creu-lavit-estate-bottled-spanish-white-xarel-lo-penedes/,Xarel-lo,2001,Segura Viudas
13.5,White,South Africa,"Mango, papaya and banana aromas are wrapped in a gauze of hay. The spritzy, refreshing acidity is a fine, dry compliment to the light hay and tropical flavors that finish with good length. —K.F.",Bon Vallon,14,87,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2002 Bon Vallon Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2002-bon-vallon-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2002,De Wetshof
,Red,US,"Goes right down the middle in style, with a little something for everyone. The fruity-berry flavors are rich and ripe, with a nice peppery note. The wine is generously wrapped in oak, and the tannins are firm but supple.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Trentadue 2000 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2000-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Trentadue
13.5,White,South Africa,Creamy oak and tropical fruit aromas are tinted with grapefruit peel. The palate displays white peach and starfruit aromas that finish with herbs and heat.,,7,87,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2002 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2002-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2002,Two Oceans
14.2,Red,South Africa,"This is a simple but enjoyable wine with fine, chalky tannins. Cinnamon, caramel, sweet cherries and toast, with sweet herbs on the close. —K.F.",,13,87,Coastal Region,,,Fairview 2001 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2001-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2001,Fairview
12,White,South Africa,"The sweet tropical fruit on the nose turns flinty and almost citrusy on the palate. The aromas and flavors of fresh peas, sweet fresh herbs and grass clippings also appear on the palate, slightly diluted, with good length. The acidity is a bit spritzy at the start. —K.F.",Cathedral Cellar,15,87,Western Cape,,,KWV 2001 Cathedral Cellar Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2001-cathedral-cellar-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,KWV
13.8,Red,US,"A bit lean and herbal, and certainly not in the same league as the luscious 1999. Just manages to break out into cherry fruit, but mainly consists of sage, cranberry and tobacco flavors. Big acids and fine  tannins still combine to make this a compelling wine, despite its leanness. —S.H.",Lindley's Knoll,45,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2000 Lindley's Knoll Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2000-lindleys-knoll-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Davis Bynum
13,Red,Spain,"Juicy red berries, earth and tea flavors are at the heart of this reserva; fresh wood-pulp notes come through on the nose and on the finish. Medium-bodied, with smooth tannins, this Spanish wine—while far from entry-level—may just be the one that wins your friends over to Rioja. —D.M.",Imperial Reserva,31,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 1996 Imperial Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-1996-imperial-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,CVNE
,Red,Spain,"The vintage, 1995, was a good one in Ribera del Duero, and this is a solid effort, but it pales in comparison to recent vintages at Viña Sastre. Lean, with a firm backbone that supports simple blackberry fruit, it finishes with a squirt of lemony acidity and some peppery spice.",Pago de Santa Cruz Gran Reserva,150,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 1995 Pago de Santa Cruz Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-1995-pago-santa-cruz-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1995,Viña Sastre
13,White,South Africa,"Core aromas and flavors of tropical fruit and honeysuckle are accented with fresh green beans and a dash of coconut. The finish is slightly herbal, but full of fruit. Best Buy. —K.F.",Petit Chenin,9,87,Stellenbosch,,,Forrester's 2002 Petit Chenin Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forresters-2002-petit-chenin-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Forrester's
,Red,US,"From a Petite Sirah pioneer, a very ripe, extracted wine brimming with black cherry, raspberry and blackberry fruit, with a hint of orange rind. It's pretty tannic, although the wine retains its balance and charm. Undoubtedly an ager, but perfect now with roasts.",Estate Millenium Selection Reserve,48,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2000 Estate Millenium Selection Reserve Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2000-estate-millenium-selection-reserve-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Foppiano
12,White,South Africa,"Citrus, melon rind and a faintly smoky salinity appear on the nose and palate. The hints of toast, herbs and cinnamon extend to the medium-length finish. —K.F.",,11,87,Stellenbosch,,,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bowe-joubert-vineyard-winery-2001-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Dusty cocoa, cherry and faint menthol aromas agree with the simple palate of caramel and continued cherry. Strikes a fine balance between soft tannins and juicy acidity. —K.F.",,18,87,Stellenbosch,,,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery 2001 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bowe-joubert-vineyard-winery-2001-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2001,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery
11.5,White,Spain,"This single-vineyard Albariño is medium-full in body, but it's still crisp, which makes it a great alternative-to-Chard candidate for dinner. Its core is pear and apple; mustard seed, chalk and white pepper dress up the nose. —D.M.",Estate Bottled-Single Vineyard-Limited Edition,16,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Vionta 2001 Estate Bottled-Single Vineyard-Limited Edition White (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vionta-2001-estate-bottled-single-vineyard-limited-edition-white-rias-baixas/,White Blend,2001,Vionta
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of baking spices, dried herbs and toast lead to endive and tart blackberry on the lean palate. After the green note on the finish, a bloom of blueberry toast lasts all too briefly.  —K.F.",Beacon,30,87,Paarl,,,Fairview 2001 Beacon Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2001-beacon-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2001,Fairview
14,Red,South Africa,"Toasty aromas and flavors of thick, sweet blackberries match the interesting sensation of viscosity to the mouthfeel. Dried herbs and peppered meat round out the palate. —K.F.",Durbanville Hills,15,87,South Africa,,,Durbanville Hills 2001 Durbanville Hills Shiraz (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz/,Shiraz,2001,Durbanville Hills
14.4,Red,US,"The  question is whether this wine will improve with age, because it's a difficult wine now. Earthy and dense with herbal, cherry flavors, and pretty full-bodied for a Pinot, it's also tannic and tough. Acidity is upfront and tart. Try again in 2005. —S.H.",Puncheon #3,62,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Lazy Creek 2000 Puncheon #3 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-creek-2000-puncheon-3-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lazy Creek
12,White,South Africa,"Aromas of golden apples and raisins are lifted by pretty blossom aromas and a zing of lime juice. The clean acidity paired with flavors of lime and grapefruit, make this very pleasant and fresh. —K.F.",,13,87,Robertson,,,Van Loveren 2002 Riesling (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-loveren-2002-riesling-robertson/,Riesling,2002,Van Loveren
13.7,White,South Africa,"This is rather appealing for such a simple, soundly balanced package. Dried tarragon, poppy seed, lemon and toast please the senses. Easy to drink, and even easier to buy. Best Buy. —K.F.",,9,87,Worcester,,,Rawson's 2002 Chardonnay (Worcester),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rawsons-2002-chardonnay-worcester/,Chardonnay,2002,Rawson's
13.5,Red,US,"For a wine in this price range, this is showing some seriously green fruit. The nose is all beets and fresh earth, and green flavors of stem and soil continue in the mouth. Has good depth, and may soften up over time. —P.G.",Watershed Block Limited Production,65,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1999 Watershed Block Limited Production Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1999-watershed-block-limited-production-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Sokol Blosser
13,Red,Spain,"From a bodega better known for their cavas comes this rustic 100% Tinto del Pais(Tempranillo). It's well-structured, with a foundation of taut red fruit and sturdy oak—but the tannins are on the gritty side, which, in this case, seems to work fairly well.",Tionio Crianza,20,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Parxet 1999 Tionio Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-1999-tionio-crianza-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,1999,Parxet
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A good aromatic setup of anise, faint eucalyptus, cigar box and enticing ripe fruit. The ripe red to black fruit in a veil of cedar on the palate is pleasurable, but relatively one-dimensional. The firm structure will chase away any lengthy consideration of the fruit.",,22,87,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Waterford
14,Red,Spain,"The wine sounds pretty impressive: It's comprised of local Catalan grape varities Monastrell, Garnacha Tinta, Garró, Samsó and Cariñena, which are all grown at Grans Muralles, a single vineyard that dates back to the Middle Ages. And very good it is, though it doesn't taste as singular as its heritage suggests. Black plum and cherry notes are couched in brambly, oak flavors. The wine has woodsy, rustic tannins in the mouth, and even more on the finish. —D.M.",Grans Muralles,106,87,Catalonia,Conca de Barberà,,Torres 1998 Grans Muralles Red (Conca de Barberà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1998-grans-muralles-red-conca-barbera/,Red Blend,1998,Torres
,Red,US,"Just a step away from Beaujolais, this is fresh, fruity, forward and lightly spicy, with the distinctive flavors of whole-cluster fermentation. Some pretty cinnamon highlights accompany the juicy red berry fruit flavors. Tasty. Best Buy. —P.G.",Whole Cluster,17,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2001 Whole Cluster Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2001-whole-cluster-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"Good, dark color, and opens with intriguing aromas ranging from fresh blackberries through coffee, pepper, spiced plums and herbs. Smooth drinking, but with pronounced tannins and crisp acids. Will benefit from mid-term cellaring, and should be very nice by 2004. —S.H.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 1999 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,1999,Longoria
15,Red,South Africa,"Opens with a bouquet of molasses, dry earth, wheat bread, anise and raspberry aromas. On the palate, lush black-plum flavors are layered in peppery, blackened oak that is a bit intense for young consumption. —K.F.",Solitude Shiraz,20,87,Paarl,,,Fairview 2001 Solitude Shiraz Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2001-solitude-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2001,Fairview
,Red,France,"Between the leathery aromas and “furry” texture, the overall impression is one of soft suede, garnished with cinnamon-sprinkled black cherries. The ample tannins suggest cellaring until 2005.",Grèves Premier Cru,31,87,Burgundy,Beaune,,Château de Meursault 1999 Grèves Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-1999-greves-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château de Meursault
13.8,Red,US,"A good Bordeaux blend, rich with tobacco, blackberry and earthy flavors, with a generous overlay of wood. Feels sharp and pinpointed in the mouth, with a good focus. The finish is dry and dusty with tannins. —S.H.",Trevin,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1997 Trevin Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1997-trevin-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Buttonwood Farm
,Red,US,"This rather famous wine was very good, but did not place among the very top wines, perhaps due to the vintage. It has pretty flavors of black raspberries and cherries, and was framed in well-toasted, high-end oak. Some tasters found its jammy extraction overdone. But overall, quite pleasant drinking.",Palisades Vineyards,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carver Sutro 2000 Palisades Vineyards Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carver-sutro-2000-palisades-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Carver Sutro
14,Red,South Africa,"Light, with fine tannins and plenty of fruit. Red Delicious apple peels, cinnamon and delicate cranberry-raspberry fruit are layered in oak. —K.F.",,13,88,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2001 Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2001-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,2001,Porcupine Ridge
,Red,US,"Considerably less ripe than the winery's Sonoma Valley bottling, with tomato, beet, sauteed mushroom and herb aromas and flavors, although there's a chewy core of black cherry in there. Of course, Carneros is a cold, foggy place. I don't think this wine will age, but this is a solidly made, good wine. It's a question of pairing it with appropriate food. —S.H.",,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Schug
12.5,Red,Spain,"A black beauty, medium-weight, balanced and chewy. This wine's all about ripe blackberry and black plum flavors, without much in the way of wood to distract you from the fruit. Deep ink, spice and plum aromas play on the nose. —D.M.",Reserva,18,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 1997 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-1997-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,1997,Señorío de Sarria
13,Red,Spain,"Though it's a little hard-edged now, with some tannins to lose, this crianza has good structure and sturdy red fruit going for it. The nose, with some aeration, shows raspberry and cocoa powder nuances. Drink 2004 and beyond. —D.M.",Limited Edition Crianza,13,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 1999 Limited Edition Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-1999-limited-edition-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Ramón Bilbao
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This delicate wine is well balanced, with fine tannins and an elegant sensory package. Lightly grilled meat, potting soil, cinnamon, vanilla and cherry aromas meet with toast, leather, cherry and dried herb flavors. —K.F.",,23,88,Franschhoek,,,Môreson 1999 Merlot (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-1999-merlot-franschhoek/,Merlot,1999,Môreson
14,Red,South Africa,Ripe red to black plum blankets the senses. Aromatic accents of currants and lettuce become molasses and fennel on the palate. The ever-present element of toast turns to a slightly sweet and herby char on the finish.,,18,88,Stellenbosch,,,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bowe-joubert-vineyard-winery-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,"This soft, easy-drinking Barolo is already approachable. Delicate aromas of roses, leather and anise draw you in; cherry and earth flavors fill your mouth, before a chocolate note emerges on the finish. Good restaurant choice, where more tannic examples are often served too young.",,32,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 1998  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1998-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Beni di Batasiolo
14,Red,South Africa,"A watery rim color of light brick heralds the faint aromas of baking spices, cherry, caramel and meat juices. The palate is not as muted, with cinnamon spice and a hint of melon providing interesting flavor counterparts to the ripe cherry fruit. Light-bodied, but well layered, almost slick toward the finish. Best Buy. —K.F.",,10,88,Western Cape,,,KWV 2001 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2001-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,2001,KWV
14.5,White,South Africa,"Sweet aromas of mango, dried oregano, vanilla and saltwater taffy are matched on the palate by honeysuckle and more mango. This wine is very flavorful and fresh with brisk, engaging acidity, and like the Grand Cuvée, it is sweet yet dry. Best Buy. —K.F.",,12,88,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2002-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Boschendal
,White,South Africa,"A varietally correct combination of vanilla, toast and light butterscotch aromas play into lemon and citrus-rind flavors. The cleansing acidity starts off almost spritzy and the finish is toasty and hot with an herby tang. —K.F.",,13,88,Franschhoek,,,Pine Crest 2000 Chardonnay (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-crest-2000-chardonnay-franschhoek/,Chardonnay,2000,Pine Crest
14,Red,South Africa,"Oiled leather, cocoa, and red delicious apple aromas work well with the palate of sweet blackberries and cedar. Ripe red plum and anise serve as ample support through to the pepper and blackberry layered finish. This is uncomplicated and fruit-forward.",Reserve,20,88,Paarl,,,Montestell 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montestell-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Montestell
13,Red,South Africa,"A mouthfilling wine with fine tannins; tart blackberry, endive and pastry aromas add to the flavors of fresh figs, apple peel and leather. Black pepper and meat flavors show on the finish. Best Buy. —K.F.",,7,88,Western Cape,,,Two Oceans 2001 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/two-oceans-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2001,Two Oceans
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Red-plum aromas mix with brown sugar and sweet leather; plum, caramel and cedar show on the palate. Rich fruit, chalky tannins and bright acidity make for a delicious, well-balanced wine. —K.F.",Roland's Reserve Estate Wine,32,88,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2001 Roland's Reserve Estate Wine Syrah (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2001-rolands-reserve-estate-wine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-paarl/,Syrah,2001,Seidelberg
13,Red,South Africa,"Blackened meat, brown sugar and wet, dark earth aromas are countered by black cherry and plum, which extend to the palate along with notes of radicchio and eucalyptus. Toasty layers of oak are present at all stages, similar to cinnamon breakfast cereal. Best Buy. —K.F.",,11,88,Goudini,,,Du Preez Estate 2000 Merlot (Goudini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preez-estate-2000-merlot-goudini/,Merlot,2000,Du Preez Estate
14,Red,South Africa,"Blackberry jam, portobello mushroom, forest floor and dry leather aromas; the palate adds peppery spice. Smooth but powerful tannins balance the sweet, ripe fruit in a decidedly New World style. —K.F.",,17,88,Franschhoek,,,Dieu Donne 1999 Merlot (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dieu-donne-1999-merlot-franschhoek/,Merlot,1999,Dieu Donne
14,Red,South Africa,"Deep aromas of smoke, loam, grilled meat and salinity provide a wrap for red fruit that carries hints of leather, toast and cedar. The salinity and smoke pair with char on the finish, while dusty tannins add structure. —K.F.",Flagship,35,88,Swartland,,,Spice Route 2000 Flagship Merlot (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-2000-flagship-merlot-swartland/,Merlot,2000,Spice Route
,White,Germany,"Wonderful floral aromas of white spring flowers, and soft, lightly sweet fruit, with a balancing layer of crispness, make this a wine that is more ready to drink than 2001s, but with the other side that it has less aging ability.",Braueneberger Juffer Kabinett,20,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Max Ferd. Richter 2001 Braueneberger Juffer Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/max-ferd-richter-2001-braueneberger-juffer-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Max Ferd. Richter
15.4,Red,US,"There's plenty of pleasure in this wine, with its bright, focused flavors of cherries and blackberries. Tasters noted a range of herbal, earthy notes, including eucalyptus and mint. The forward flavors drink soft but are held in place with firm tannins that melt on the long, slightly hot finish.",Thomann Station,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stephen Ross 2000 Thomann Station Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2000-thomann-station-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Stephen Ross
,Red,US,"A solid effort that pleased nearly the entire panel, this wine has an array of flavors ranging from cherries and cassis through white pepper, bacon and smoky plum. Oak adds vanilla and sweet woody tannins. Still young, this rich wine has a long, pretty finish and could improve with age.",Stag's Leap Ranch,,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Panza 2000 Stag's Leap Ranch Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panza-2000-stags-leap-ranch-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Panza
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Wheat toast, caramel and golden raisin aromas open up to brown sugar, cedar, leafy green herbs and roasted red pepper on the palate. Throughout there is dark fruit that also coats the moderate length finish. Nothing is awry or out of place, rather, this seems very ‘safe.'",Cathedral Cellar,15,88,Coastal Region,,,KWV 1999 Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-1999-cathedral-cellar-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,KWV
13.5,Red,Spain,"Aged in American oak, this Tempranillo has a round, medium body that isn't weighed down by overpowering oak or tannins. Red fruit and earth flavors dominate, with flavors concentrated in the midpalate. Fruit stays on through the long, juicy finish. Approachable now, but probably best after a few years in the cellar. —D.M.",Coto de Imaz Reserva,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 1997 Coto de Imaz Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-1997-imaz-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,El Coto
13,White,South Africa,This is a very good example of the varietal's telltale aromas of sweet peas and boxwood. Comparative aromas of fresh herbs and toasty tropical fruit carry vividly to the palate. The finish offers toast and herbs.,,9,88,Goudini,,,Du Preez Estate 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Goudini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preez-estate-2001-sauvignon-blanc-goudini/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Du Preez Estate
14,Red,South Africa,"Smoke and beef stock meet red apple, molasses and toast on the nose. The apple and molasses appear again on the palate,  joined with grilled meat and distinct cherry accents. Well-developed fruit, refreshing acidity and fine tannins make this a very good wine. —K.F.",,17,88,Franschhoek,,,Dieu Donne 1999 Pinotage (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dieu-donne-1999-pinotage-franschhoek/,Pinotage,1999,Dieu Donne
13,Red,South Africa,"Like the regular Pinotage, this leads with an aroma of bran flakes. Black plum, blackberry jam and caramel are soon to follow, with a cool, eucalyptus like char on the finish. Seems to have more finesse, but less weight than its compatriot.",Top of the Hill,45,88,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2001 Top of the Hill Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2001-top-hill-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2001,DeWaal
,Red,South Africa,"Grilled meat, black plum, peppercorns and caramel aromas carry through to the palate. Fine tannins and peppery black fruit deliver pleasure. Best Buy. —K.F.",,10,88,Western Cape,,,Baobab 2001 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baobab-2001-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,2001,Baobab
13,Red,Spain,"Don't underestimate this wine—though it seems approachable at first, it seems to bulk up the longer that it sits in the glass. Add woodsy tannins to a dark profile of black soil, black plum and charred oak, and you've got a wine that could use at least another year (but more like two or three) in the bottle. —D.M.",Reserva,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 1998 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-1998-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1998,Bodegas Fuentespina
13,Red,Spain,"Stewy red fruit, earth and oak flavors are couched in woodsy tannins, which might give you the impression that this is a rustic, unfinished wine. Not true. Rather, it's a tightly wound wine that needs time in the cellar, or a big hunk of grilled meat, to show its best. —D.M.",La Vicalanda Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 1996 La Vicalanda Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-1996-vicalanda-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Bodegas Bilbainas
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Start to finish, this is a pleasure: char, endive, anise and buttered toast aromas couple with ripe black plums, blueberries and blackberries. Finishes with some beef bouillon and greens. An interesting blend of Old World simplicity and fruit-forward New Worldliness. Best Buy. —K.F.",,9,88,Western Cape,,,Guardian Peak 2001 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,2001,Guardian Peak
12.5,Red,Spain,"Bears a strong resemblance to Bibao's Limited Edition crianza. Though it's a few bucks cheaper, this Tempranillo has the same cocoa-and-red fruit aromas on the nose, plus a piquant hint of eucalyptus. On the palate, red plums and cherries are swathed in oak and woodsy tannins, which makes for a somewhat unapproachable bottle for tonight's dinner. Best to start drinking after 2004.",,10,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 1999  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-1999-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Ramón Bilbao
13,White,South Africa,"Warm aromas of melon rind and canned peas are balanced by citrus and fresh-cut grass, and ride out to the long finish. A great example of Sauvignon Blanc with spine in a well-integrated presentation. —K.F.",Rhinofields,17,88,Durbanville,,,Durbanville Hills 2001 Rhinofields Sauvignon Blanc (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2001-rhinofields-sauvignon-blanc-durbanville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Durbanville Hills
13.5,White,South Africa,"A flourish of floral perfume lingers until the last moments of tasting. Lime and candied lemon carry from the nose to the palate, with an accent of honey. The bright acidity and a food-friendly herbal tang on the finish lend stability to the sweet expression of fruit. —K.F.",,15,88,Stellenbosch,,,Clos Malverne 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-malverne-2001-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Clos Malverne
,Red,US,"Young, fresh and vibrant, this exuberant wine has appealing raspberry-smoky aromas and flavors, compounded with notes of leather, spice and sweet espresso. Feels rich and smooth in the mouth, thanks to soft tannins.",,33,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 2000 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-2000-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Madrigal
13,Rose,US,"Pinot Noir rosé may be something of a rarity, but when it is this good, one wonders why. Dry, spicy flavors that are most reminiscent of French roses make a youthful, refreshing, food-friendly wine. —P.G.",,13,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Lemelson 2001 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2001-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Lemelson
13.5,Red,US,"The winery calls this their “most precocious” Pinot, and indeed it is. Forward, fruity, sweetly flavored with grapes and berries, it also carries light spices and enough tannins for short-term cellaring.—P.G.",Thea's Selection,29,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2000 Thea's Selection Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2000-theas-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lemelson
,Red,US,"What a fine job EOS has done with this softly rich, hedonistic wine from Paso Robles. It has flavors of berries, cherries, chocolate and earth, though they're a little syrupy due to low acids. The wine is still flavorful, with firm tannins holding the center. Best Buy.",,13,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 2000 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-2000-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2000,Novella
12.5,Red,Spain,"Surely one of the better bargains this year, and with 60,000 cases produced, it can't be that hard to find. This Cab-Tempranillo is full and balanced in the mouth, with red fruit and a healthy dose of oak. Its tannins are most perceptible on the finish; letting it rest a year or two may coax more than mocha and light, jammy fruit out of the nose. Best Buy. —D.M.",,7,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Marques de Monistrol 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-2000-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2000,Marques de Monistrol
,Red,Spain,"Red plum and cherry fruit isn't overblown or jammy, by any means. On the contrary, there's an element of plum-skin tautness that keeps the wine a little austere, in terms of flavor. Medium-bodied and somewhat chewy, it closes with woodsy tannins and more plum fruit. A steal, for the price. 32,000 cases produced. Best Buy. —D.M.",Reserva Privada,10,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Marques de Monistrol 1998 Reserva Privada Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-1998-reserva-privada-red-penedes/,Red Blend,1998,Marques de Monistrol
13,Red,Spain,"Ripe, red plum is at the core of this Rioja, but “svelte” and “sophisticated” are the last words I'd use to describe it. With chewy, woodsy tannins and a healthy helping of earth and tree-bark flavors, this wine is rustic but honest—like good barbecue, which, while we're on the subject, would do this wine just right. Aged 24 months in French and American oak. —D.M.",Coleccion Personal Reserva,26,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Griñon 1997 Coleccion Personal Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-1997-coleccion-personal-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Marques de Griñon
,Red,US,"A good La Boheme, which seems to have lost its footing in recent vintages. Juicy, young and quite tart, it shows plenty of bright berry fruit and a bit of concentrated cassis. There is a distinct scent of resin or diesel. Could improve with time. —P.G.",La Boheme,34,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Elk Cove 2000 La Boheme Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2000-boheme-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Elk Cove
13,Red,South Africa,"An interesting note of bran flakes leads to blackberry, molasses, toast and sweet fresh herb aromas and flavors. This is clearly a wine that is all about the rich black fruit, which is accented by layers of oak, talcy tannins, and a char-washed finish.",,17,88,Stellenbosch,,,DeWaal 2001 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dewaal-2001-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2001,DeWaal
,Red,France,"Dried spices, leather and toast add complexity to the black cherry fruit. The flavors are slightly tarry and roasted; sturdy yet spicy. Best of all, the mouthfeel is lush and enveloping.",Clos des Epenots Premier Cru,40,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Château de Meursault 1999 Clos des Epenots Premier Cru  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-1999-clos-epenots-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château de Meursault
14,Red,South Africa,"As the wine airs, the faint note of sawdust gains strength. This is backed by rawhide, and a whiff of figs that carry to the palate. Pleasant, fresh blackberry fruit is accented on the finish with a minty note. —K.F.",,23,88,Coastal Region,,,DC 1999 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dc-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,1999,DC
13.5,White,South Africa,"This is rather hot on the nose, but past that are aromas of banana, pineapple and melon. These lovely fruits carry to the refreshing palate, finishing with hay, light cream and toast.",Bateleur,31,88,Robertson,,,Danie de Wet 2000 Bateleur Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danie-wet-2000-bateleur-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2000,Danie de Wet
13.5,White,South Africa,"Delicate aromas of dried herbs, dusty basement, cedar and lemon peel herald complementary flavors of hay and caraway. Dried herbs repeat on the palate, while the finish is a peppery blend of sausage and bread. Classy and full flavored to the end. —K.F.",Crocodile's Lair/Kaaimansgat,20,88,Overberg,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2000 Crocodile's Lair/Kaaimansgat Chardonnay (Overberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2000-crocodiles-lair-kaaimansgat-chardonnay-overberg/,Chardonnay,2000,Bouchard Finlayson
12.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo-Garnacha blend is full in the mouth, with a palate brimming with juicy black plums and oak. With this kind of extraction (and the caramelly, creamy oak that goes along with it), you might mistake it for a Cabernet. Finishes medium-long, though a little dry, with oak and nut flavors. —D.M.",Molino Viejo Crianza,20,88,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Bodegas La Cerca 1999 Molino Viejo Crianza Red (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-cerca-1999-molino-viejo-crianza-red-mentrida/,Red Blend,1999,Bodegas La Cerca
14.4,Red,US,"Animal aromas blow off to leave a nose full of dark earth, ash and black plums. On the palate, there are mushroom, coffee, pepper and char flavors over delicate black fruit. Leafy greens carry to the finish, with menthol and eucalyptus.—K.F.",Howell Mountain,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1998 Howell Mountain Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1998-howell-mountain-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Duckhorn
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine would soothe most ills with its comforting, deep aromas of wheat bread, black plums and blueberry jam. Ditto for the palate, which also offers some toasty char. Finishes with an herbal twinge. —K.F.",Pegleg,25,89,Paarl,,,Fairview 2001 Pegleg Carignane (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2001-pegleg-carignan-carignane-paarl/,Carignane,2001,Fairview
,Red,US,"You don't find much $20 Oregon Pinot this good. Forward and bright, it still has a fresh, grapey quality to the fruit, which hits the palate crisp and spicy. Hints of juniper, earth and brown sugar add interest, and the wine retains its focus though a long, satisfying finish. —P.G.",,20,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Elk Cove
,Red,US,"Always a leader in “Pet,” this vintage is concentrated and intense, with lush flavors of cassis, blackberry, blueberry, anise and toast. It's a big, full-bodied wine, with firm tannins and a bit soft, but it's oh, so drinkable! There's a bit of heat in the finish.",,36,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carlisle 2001 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlisle-2001-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2001,Carlisle
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is Batasiolo's “new wave” Barbera, matured in barrique to add a layer of toast and softness to Barbera's naturally crunchy fruit. It's a big, mouthfilling wine, filled with red plums and finishing with a hint of chocolate. Editors' Choice.",Sovrana,18,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001 Sovrana  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2001-sovrana-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
13,Red,Spain,"Medium-weight, with stewed fruit, smoke and black pepper on the nose, this gran reserva (a blend of Tempranillo, Mazuelo and Graciano) is more subtle seductress than mouthfilling bruiser. It offers lovely plum fruit, and semisweet chocolate and oak accents. Finish fades a little more quickly than you want it to, which is why it stops shy of the elusive “excellent” mark. —D.M.",Gran Reserva,26,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1994 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1994-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1994,Marqués de Cáceres
,Red,US,"All of the tasters enjoyed this wine for its easy quaffability and layers of complexity. It's enormously extracted and rich in dark stone fruit and berry flavors; it also has a note of bacon, with a warm, velvety mouthfeel and soft tannins. The finish goes on forever.",Estate Vineyard Old Vine,29,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clayton 1999 Estate Vineyard Old Vine Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayton-1999-estate-vineyard-old-vine-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,1999,Clayton
,Red,US,"Eyrie's Pinots  can be quite deceptive when young. This is a sweetly perfumed with ripe fruit, tightly structured, and more Old World than New in its flavors. The emphasis is on high acids, subtle hints of mineral and a dash of herb.—P.G.",Estate Grown,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,The Eyrie Vineyards 2000 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-2000-estate-grown-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,The Eyrie Vineyards
14.1,Red,South Africa,"An animal note quickly blows off, leaving lovely menthol-eucalyptus, blackberry and molasses aromas. The animal note returns on the palate, pleasantly integrating with rich blackberry, black plum, coffee, pepper, cinnamon and clove flavors. Mentholated char and fresh herbs carry out the long finish.",Nadine,34,89,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2001 Nadine Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2001-nadine-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2001,Waterford
14.1,Red,US,"A youthful, compact wine with pure, pleasurable fruit. The flavors run to berries red, blue and black, along with hints of cassis, spice and even cocoa. It's a balanced, elegant wine that shows careful winemaking and good medium-term aging potential. —P.G.",Stermer Vineyard,38,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2000 Stermer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2000-stermer-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lemelson
14,Red,South Africa,"Blackberry, black cherry and molasses coat the nose and palate. The finish of toast and rich caramel is a sweet treat. The tannins are fine, but have plenty of grip to compete with the gooey black fruit.",Roland's Reserve Estate Wine,32,89,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2001 Roland's Reserve Estate Wine Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2001-rolands-reserve-estate-wine-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2001,Seidelberg
13,Red,Spain,"Smooth tannins, lively cherry and plum fruit and subtle though judicious oak—a recipe for success, in my book. Finishes medium-long with more red fruit, plus some floral notes; nose offers smoldering, musky-earth aromas. Drink 2004+. —D.M.",La Vicalanda Gran Reserva,46,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 1994 La Vicalanda Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-1994-vicalanda-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Bodegas Bilbainas
,White,Spain,"This Chard has viscous, resiny mouthfeel, with pear, yellow fruit and almond butter flavors. It's aged on lees in second-year, French oak barrels, which explains the nuttiness on the nose and the lingering finish.",Colección 125,49,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 1999 Colección 125 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-1999-coleccion-125-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,1999,Bodegas Julián Chivite
,Red,US,"Forward, clean, bright cherry fruit leads into a wine with firmness and length. Still young and compact, it hints in the finish at some interesting nuances of soil and leaf. This is the second vintage that Amity has bottled a single-vineyard Schouten, and it is their best single-vineyard effort. —P.G.",Schouten Vineyard,15,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 2000 Schouten Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2000-schouten-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Amity
14,White,South Africa,"Alluring orange pith and blossom aromas are dusted in cinnamon and paired with cardamom and clover honey. All of this corresponds on the palate, with a hint of sweet golden apple. The herbed butter finish and clean acidity keep the supple viscosity from becoming thick or sticky. —K.F.",Oom Pagel,25,89,Paarl,,,Fairview 2001 Oom Pagel Sémillon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2001-oom-pagel-semillon-paarl/,Sémillon,2001,Fairview
12.5,Red,Spain,"With red fruit—plum, cherry, raspberry—judicious oak, soil, and a textured, medium body, this Tempranillo, Garnacha and Mazuelo blend is a winner. Nose has red fruit accented by peanuts and walnuts; finishes with chalky tannins. Drink 2004–2007. —D.M.",Vina Alarde Reserva,18,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 1997 Vina Alarde Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-1997-vina-alarde-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1997,Berberana
,Red,US,"Not labeled as Petite Sirah, but included in the tasting based on Dr. Carole Meredith's analysis of the vineyard. Winemaker Thackrey doesn't necessarily agree. The wine itself is big, bold and black, with strong eucalyptus elements that will polarize a crowd. Richly textured, with firm tannins and a long finish that bodes well for aging.",Orion - Rossi Vineyard - Native Red Wine,65,89,California,Napa,St. Helena,Sean Thackrey 2000 Orion - Rossi Vineyard - Native Red Wine Red (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sean-thackrey-2000-orion-rossi-vineyard-native-red-wine-napa-st-helena/,Red Blend,2000,Sean Thackrey
14,Red,South Africa,"This has a lovely nose of cocoa, endive and black plum, and upon palate entry, the acidity is almost spritzy. The flavors are where the gratification is, with blackberries, allspice, black plums, baking chocolate, raisins and dried herbs, all with measure of rich sweetness. Charry herbs and black fruit combine on the finish.",,10,89,Stellenbosch,,,Guardian Peak 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guardian-peak-2001-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,2001,Guardian Peak
,White,France,"A blend of fruit sourced from Les Charmes and Les Perrieres, Château de Meursault's top Meursault starts off with a whack of new wood on the nose, then turns to buttered apples on the palate. It's plump but firms up on the finish, sporting a mineral tang and hints of anise.",Premier Cru,50,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Château de Meursault 1999 Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-1999-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,1999,Château de Meursault
,Red,Spain,"Features higher-toned, redder fruit than the other vintages tasted, but the cranberry and raspberry flavors provide a bright counterpoint to dark coffee and earth on the finish. Still young and vibrant; drink 2005-2010.",Pago de Santa Cruz Gran Reserva,175,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 1996 Pago de Santa Cruz Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-1996-pago-santa-cruz-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Viña Sastre
,Red,US,"An exquisite Napa wine, filled with strong, rich flavors of blackberries, raspberries, orange peel and cherries, as well as funkier notes of leather, soy and smoke. Flashy and full-bodied but dry, with rich tannins and a long, spicy finish.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rockland 2000 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockland-2000-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Rockland
,Red,Spain,"A juicy, plump wine, but still two-plus years away from its peak, the 1999's palate and nose are brimming with fleshy, juicy plum and blackberry flavors—even a little red fruit. Nose beguiles with fat fruit and a little spice. Drink 2005–2015.",Colección 125 Reserva,46,90,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 1999 Colección 125 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-1999-coleccion-125-reserva-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Bodegas Julián Chivite
13.5,Red,Italy,"Like the other Batasiolo Barolos we tasted, the tannins in this wine are soft, making it approachable within the next few years. Leather and red earth notes are layered over a base of red plums, finishing with a touch of anise.",Vigneto Cerequio,63,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 1998 Vigneto Cerequio  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1998-vigneto-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Beni di Batasiolo
14,Red,Italy,,Coparossa,85,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bruno Rocca 1999 Coparossa  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-1999-coparossa-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1999,Bruno Rocca
,Red,US,"Richly textured, but with a seriously tangy edge. The wine is brimming with spicy black cherry, blackberry, cinnamon, blueberry, toast, tar and herb flavors. The finish is long. An intriguing blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Charbono and Petite Sirah. Made by up-and-coming winemaker David Phinney. —J.M.",,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Prisoner 2000 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prisoner-2000-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2000,The Prisoner
13,Red,Spain,"Bright, expressive, fleshy—all words that came up again and again describing this wine's fruit, from nose to finish. The core is mostly blackberry, with mixed plums and a dash of oak; it's medium-full, mouthfilling but not huge. Finsihes with some chewy tannins, and an almost beefy flavor. Perhaps too big to fully appreciate now; best drunk from 2005. —D.M.",Coto Real Reserva,45,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 1997 Coto Real Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-1997-coto-real-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,El Coto
13.7,Red,US,"Has an inviting nose of dry loam, driftwood, toffee, coffee bean, toasted nuts, marshmallows and greens. Similar flavors are rounded out with sautéed mushrooms, dried dates and figs. Offers plenty to explore and savor within a balanced, straightforward package founded on approachable fruit. —K.F.",Reserve,70,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1999 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1999-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Rutherford Hill
13,White,US,"A steely, lean and focused wine. Quite lovely and made in a fine, Burgundian style. The fruit is subtle but expands on the palate to reveal wonderful pear, apple, citrus, herb and mineral qualities. Long and fresh on the finish.",Estate Reserve,18,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2000 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2000-estate-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2000,Martha Clara
13,Red,Spain,"Juicy blackberry and plum flavors have just enough of a charred-oak overlay to keep the fruit from being too jammy. A sleek and sophisticated Cab-Merlot blend, it's mouthfilling and smooth, with brambly, lush blackberry aromas wafting from the nose. Aged in new French oak for 18 months; 29,900 bottles made. Editors' Choice. —D.M.",Masia Monistrol SIngle Vineyard Reserva Especial,20,90,Catalonia,Penedès,,Marques de Monistrol 1999 Masia Monistrol SIngle Vineyard Reserva Especial Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-1999-masia-single-vineyard-reserva-especial-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Marques de Monistrol
,Red,US,"Another tasting panel favorite, this is a big, extracted wine, but far from clumsy. The plush, jammy flavors include cherry, blackberry, vanilla, coffeebean and spice; the wine feels round and powerful in the mouth. It never loses sight of elegance and finesse.   .",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2000 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2000-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Pride Mountain
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The nose of buttered toast, golden raisins, dried herbs, oiled leather, black olives and radicchio extends to the palate. A slightly herby tang to the finish imparts cleanness on the palate. A delicious expression of fruit that is subtle but well structured, not to mention inexpensive.",,10,90,Western Cape,,,KWV 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,KWV
14.5,Red,US,"This wine starts off with dark, funky earth scents that blend well with coffee and medicinal notes. The palate is full of rich, red fruit, accented by arugala and dark chocolate. Overall, a hint lean with cherry and cinnamon lingering on the long finish. —K.F.",,46,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Duckhorn
,White,Spain,"Offers mealy, white-peach and melon notes from beginning to end. Mouthfeel is full and rich, even custardy, and turns powdery on the long finish. Comprised of three different Chardonnay clones. Hold 1–2 years.",Colección 125,50,90,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Julián Chivite 2000 Colección 125 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-julian-chivite-2000-coleccion-125-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2000,Bodegas Julián Chivite
,Red,US,"In a great vintage such as 1999, Eyrie's reserve Pinot can be expected to age for as long as any made in America. This is ripely scented with classic Pinot fruit and fertile earth. The Burgundian sweet cherry and plum flavors at the heart of it also carry a bit of barnyard, what the French call gout de terroir. Note: this is not jammy, sweet or unctuous. It is not hedonistic. It is simply excellent. —P.G.",Reserve,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,The Eyrie Vineyards 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eyrie-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,The Eyrie Vineyards
,White,Germany,"From one of the top Hattenheim vineyards, this stunning wine has flavors of sweet apricots and ripe summer fruits overlay botrytis and dryness. The freshness and ripeness of the fruit is what gives this wine its flavor and attraction.",Hattenheimer Nussbrunnen Beerenauslese,120,91,Rheingau,,,Balthasar Ress 2001 Hattenheimer Nussbrunnen Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balthasar-ress-2001-hattenheimer-nussbrunnen-beerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Balthasar Ress
14,Red,Italy,"The ample tannins of this wine are deceptively soft—but don't let that fool you. This one should age gracefully through 2015. For now, it's dominated by earth, tar and tobacco, but shows glimpses of plum, particularly on the finish. Aged in barrique, but not particularly oaky. Cellar Selection.",Vigneto Corda della Briccolina,70,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Beni di Batasiolo 1998 Vigneto Corda della Briccolina  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1998-vigneto-corda-della-briccolina-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Beni di Batasiolo
14.1,Red,US,"This excellent, 20-year-old, dry-farmed vineyard is one of Oregon's best. Cola scents set off a clean, perfectly ripened, elegant Pinot that clearly demonstrates the varietal character of the grape. Not a blockbuster, but a beautiful rendering of the varietal, with extra dimensions that seem to reflect the terroir. Structure to add complexity over time. —P.G.",Reed & Reynolds Vineyard,38,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2000 Reed & Reynolds Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2000-reed-reynolds-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lemelson
,Red,US,"Lemelson's top bottling, this fragrant, seamless wine is a complex blend of fruit, leaf, spice and vanilla components, with plenty of new French oak, power and aging potential. It will improve over the next 6–8 years. Cellar Selection. —P.G.",Jerome Reserve,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 2000 Jerome Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-2000-jerome-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lemelson
,Red,Spain,"Not quite as rich or lush as the great 1999 version—a product of the weaker vintage—this is still stunning stuff. Dried spices and blackberries start and finish strong, couched in the plush tannins that are the winery's hallmark.",Pago de Santa Cruz,85,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Sastre 1998 Pago de Santa Cruz  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-sastre-1998-pago-santa-cruz-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Viña Sastre
13.3,Red,Argentina,"Spicy and smooth on the nose, with piquant hints to the plum-styled fruit. The palate boasts cherry and plum accented by ample but balanced oak spice. Some buttery wood notes are evident on the long, layered finish. Seemingly well made and modern, and a nice example of affordable Malbec. Best Buy. —M.S.",Sanes SA,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Big Daddy Vineyards 2002 Sanes SA Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-daddy-2002-sanes-sa-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2002,Big Daddy Vineyards
,Dessert,US,"Sweet going here, with honeyed flavors of peaches and pears that are delicious in themselves. Yet there's a burn to the finish and a certain one dimensionality. Best with a rich, decadent dessert.",Late Harvest Ripkin Ranch,22,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rosenblum 2000 Late Harvest Ripkin Ranch Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-late-harvest-ripkin-ranch-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2000,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Here is a young, forward Pinot bursting with flavors of fruit preserves, chocolate and cola. Still a bit hard and tannic, with a rough, grainy, tannic finish. But the power and muscle of this beast suggests it will improve with some time in the cellar; there is plenty of good raw material here.",Windhill,34,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Elk Cove 2000 Windhill Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2000-windhill-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Elk Cove
12.5,Dessert,Italy,"This late-harvest Muscat is made much like a Sauternes, using botrytized grapes and small oak barrels. Honeyed apricot and orange flavors are not overly sweet, while a toasted grain note on the finish suggests pairing with seared foie gras or grilled fruit.",Muscatel Tardi,40,86,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Beni di Batasiolo 2000 Muscatel Tardi Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2000-muscatel-tardi-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,2000,Beni di Batasiolo
13,Red,South Africa,"Racy acidity and herbiness combine in a slightly awkward manner. The aromas of red pepper, espresso bean, dark cocoa and meat are joined by currant and red plum on the palate.",Reserve,20,85,Stellenbosch,,,Boschkloof 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschkloof-1998-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-vlootenburg/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Boschkloof
14,Red,US,"From a rising star of Paso Robles, a wine with good, ripe fruity flavors that's a bit rough around the edges. The tannins are chewy and grip the palate, and the finish is dry and earthy.",Reserve,25,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2000,EOS
,Red,US,"What a hefty price for this wine. Some tasters fell in love with the flashy and distinguished balance of ripe fruit, oak, and tannins, but others were put off by the tannins, and heat on the finish.",Serpentine Meadow Reserve,40,85,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Guenoc 1999 Serpentine Meadow Reserve Petite Sirah (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1999-serpentine-meadow-reserve-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Guenoc
,Red,US,"From Mendocino, a big bruiser of a wine that tasted like Zinfandel to some tasters, with its brambly, wild berry flavors and touches of leather and tar. Everyone liked the balanced feeling, aided by rich tannins and firm acidity.",,27,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra 1999 Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-1999-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,1999,Barra
13,Red,Portugal,"This Tempranillo shows a burst of sweet, dark blackberries on the palate, which are thereafter overtaken by char and toast flavors. Dry, woody tannins are dominant here, and may be difficult to overcome if you don't drink this with a slab of grilled meat. Butterscotch, toast and liqueur notes start things off. —D.M.",Durius,9,84,Douro,,,Marques de Griñon 2000 Durius Tempranillo (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2000-durius-tempranillo-douro/,Tempranillo,2000,Marques de Griñon
14.5,Red,US,"On the plus side are rich blackberry, dark cherry and earthy flavors, enhanced with full-throttle, toasty oak. But the wine tastes a bit simple. All in all, drinkable, but no complexity.",,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1999 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1999-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Markham
,Red,US,"A major disappointment from this fine producer and famous vineyard. Aims for Cabernet-style wine, with ripely extracted blackberry flavors, but struck tasters as too big and clumsy for balance. The oak is also overpowering, with huge charry wood tannins.",Hayne Vineyard,35,82,California,Napa,St. Helena,Beringer 1998 Hayne Vineyard Petite Sirah (St. Helena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-hayne-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-st-helena/,Petite Sirah,1998,Beringer
14.5,Red,US,"Funky, tanky aromas and a stewed, vegetal quality that's almost dirty. Tastes like sweet cherry cough medicine, and turns harsh and acidic on the short finish.",Pets - Wilson Vineyards,13,80,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Vinum Cellars 2000 Pets - Wilson Vineyards Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2000-pets-wilson-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2000,Vinum Cellars
14.1,Red,US,"Exquisite tannins and acids in this Cabernet. Not many places on earth could produce a wine with this impeccable structure. It is very young and not showing its best now—it's a bit austere, and those tannins show. Best to let the deep cassis and blackberry flavors emerge over the next decade. —S.H.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stags' Leap Winery
,White,Germany,". Strub was successful across the board in 2001, and this three-star spätlese is one of its best efforts. Hints of minerals and diesel mark the nose, while the flavors are more fruit-driven, featuring apple and pineapple. The mouthfeel is lush; the finish long and chalky. —J.C.",Niersteiner Paterberg Spätlese Three-Star,27,91,Rheinhessen,,,J.u.H.A. Strub 2001 Niersteiner Paterberg Spätlese Three-Star Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juha-strub-2001-niersteiner-paterberg-spatlese-three-star-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,J.u.H.A. Strub
14.5,Red,Australia,"A delicious wine, a Shiraz that is neither sloppy nor overblown. Solid, strong plum fruit is at the core, shrouded in bacon fat and oak. Keep shopping if it's caramel and jammy fruit you want; this one's in it for the long haul, folks. Drink 2004–2007. —D.M.",Short Row,31,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2000 Short Row Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2000-short-row-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Fox Creek
7.5,White,Germany,"Quite sweet, even for an auslese, with ample evidence of botrytis in its dried apricot and orange-blossom aromas. Tastes of honey and orange marmalade, with just enough acidity to keep it drinkable. Finishes long and sweet. —J.C.",Langenlonsheimer Lohrer Berg Auslese,30,90,Nahe,,,Tesch 2001 Langenlonsheimer Lohrer Berg Auslese Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tesch-2001-langenlonsheimer-lohrer-berg-auslese-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Tesch
,White,Germany,"A fruit sorbet of a wine, with rich flavors of intense currants, white peaches and citrus. Fine and crisp, it nicely balances fresh concentrated pure fruit flavors with sweetness. —R.V.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese,27,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2001 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2001-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Peter Nicolay
8.5,White,Germany,"Does a great job walking the knife's edge—it's ripe, yet racy. The apple and pear flavors are crisp and inviting, so fresh that they transport you to an apple orchard at the instant the fruit was picked. Great balance. —J.C.",Scharzhofberger Spätlese,25,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2001 Scharzhofberger Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2001-scharzhofberger-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
,White,Germany,"Charta Rieslings are dry, and this one is no exception. Imagine tart pineapple sprinkled with rock dust—more specifically, powdered quartz. It's that mineral-filled, with a rich mouthfeel that avoids heaviness and shows real character. Best Buy. —J.C.",Charta QbA,14,90,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2001 Charta QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2001-charta-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Johannishof
,White,Germany,"If the hallmark of the Mosel is delicacy combined with intense flavors, then this wine from the great Dr. Loosen estate hits the mark perfectly. It has green floral notes, and aromas of summer flowers. Lightly sweet flavors and a touch of green tannins give way to intense tastes of ripe peaches. —R.V.",Bernkasteler Lay Kabinett,17,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Bernkasteler Lay Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-bernkasteler-lay-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"While this is typical of the Dow's style, with its dryness and structure, it also has great elegance. That dryness is balanced with the fine, ripe dark berry fruit flavors and by the fresh acidity that tops it off. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,20,90,Douro,,,Dow's 1996 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dows-1996-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1996,Dow's
,White,Germany,"Classic apple blossom and dried spice aromas are backed by a core of steely citrus fruits and Granny Smith apples. The tart, lemony finish imbues the wine with great zip and verve, making it seem only lightly sweet, despite what is undoubtedtly considerable residual sugar. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Fuder 11,17,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Alfred Merkelbach 2001 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Fuder 11 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfred-merkelbach-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-fuder-11-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Alfred Merkelbach
,White,US,"A strongly flavored wine, grown in a high-rent Napa district. Fifty percent new French oak shows up in the aromas of toast, caramel and vanilla. The underlying fruit tastes of citrus and white peach. Finishes dry and clean. —S.H.",,22,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelham 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelham-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Kelham
15,Red,Australia,"Bloody coloring portends the rich aromas of gamy meat, cayenne, currants and golden raisins. The thick, jammy fruit extends to the palate, with the added nuance of brown sugar, which holds on the long finish. As satisfying as a slab of chocolate cheesecake, but will likely age longer. —K.F.",Prodigy,50,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 1999 Prodigy Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-1999-prodigy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1999,Katnook Estate
10,White,Germany,"Liquid minerals pour from this rich, oily and dense offering. There's enough peach nuance to remind you of the summer's ripe fruit, but the core of the wine is all about smoke and rocks. A hint of sweetness on the finish is balanced by a zing of grapefruit-like acidity. Best Buy. —J.C.",Johannisberger Vogelsang Kabinett,11,90,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2001 Johannisberger Vogelsang Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2001-johannisberger-vogelsang-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Johannishof
8.2,White,Germany,"From one of Germany's best sites (the vineyard name is allowed to stand alone on the label, without reference to village), this is an outstanding effort. Aromas of lime, stone and wet sand convey an intense minerality, then flavors of honeydew, peach and apricot bring home the fruit. Light and zippy in the mouth, tart and clean on the finish.",Steinberger Spätlese,34,90,Rheingau,,,Hess. Staatsweingüter 2001 Steinberger Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-staatsweinguter-2001-steinberger-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Hess. Staatsweingüter
14.5,Red,US,"A fine single vineyard Zin from a cool hillside near Guerneville. Beautiful aromas of wild berries, chocolate, tobacco and a strong dose of white pepper lead to full-bodied, dry flavors of berries. Especially likeable for its complex tannins and round, gentle mouthfeel.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2000 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Lake Sonoma
13.8,Red,US,"This age-old classic begins with sawdust aromas and hints of mint and green bean. Broad plum, berry and vanilla flavors spread across the wide-open palate, followed by a finish of mocha and coffee. The wine is on the sweet side, with fairly aggressive oak, yet it manages to shine and strut its stuff. Still, more definition and delicacy would elevate it further.",Georges De Latour Private Reserve,100,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Georges De Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-georges-latour-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The extra year's wood aging has given this wine great depth of flavor and richness. It is concentrated, balancing sweet chocolate flavors and dry tannins to produce a finely structured wine that should age in bottle for another five years or more. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,23,90,Douro,,,Cálem 1997 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-1997-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Cálem
,White,US,"Bold and striking, a powerfully flavored wine that manages to be balanced despite the size. Big, extracted flavors of apples and peaches and wildflowers drink dry and a little tannic, with a dusty mouthfeel. The finish is long and flavorful, but the lasting impressin is of style and class.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2001 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2001-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2001,Joseph Phelps
7.5,White,Germany,"Like many of the J.J. Prum wines when young, this one was difficult to taste because of the elevated sulfur levels. Yet in time, this rating may look stingy, as they tend to evolve beautifully in the bottle. For now, there's some pineapple and citrus showing, but the bulk of the score stems from the wine's rich, honeyed texture that's perfectly enlivened by just a trace of spritz. Try in 2010 or beyond. Cellar Selection. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,37,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Joh. Jos. Prüm
8.5,White,Germany,"Something about this wine speaks “pink.” Pink grapefruit aromas. A hint of cranberry or red currants. Rose quartz. It's light but by no means delicate, showing a firm backbone and a long, mouthwatering finish. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,25,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Joh. Jos. Prüm
,White,Germany,"Intense flavors of crisp apples and pears open in the mouth to reveal freshness, ripeness and currant fruits. A well-poised, balanced wine, full of fruit flavors. —R.V.",Erbacher Marcobrunn Kabinett,14,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2001 Erbacher Marcobrunn Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2001-erbacher-marcobrunn-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Schönborn
,White,Germany,"A wine from the old domaine of Schloss Schörnborn. It is ripe, with some toffee flavors. Layers of sweetness and baked apple tastes show through the intense, underlying acidity. It is a little out of balance at present, but the structural tannins on the wine suggest it will age well. —R.V.",Domanenweingut Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg Spätlese,28,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2001 Domanenweingut Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2001-domanenweingut-hattenheimer-pfaffenberg-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Schönborn
13.1,Red,US,"Richly fruity, with black cherry, green olive and herb flavors wrapped in soft, gentle tannins. Easy on the mouth, a classically dry red wine that will appeal to a broad range of aficionados. —S.H.",,26,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Sausal
13.8,Red,US,"A very nice Cabernet, and in its own way, classic Alexander Valley. Well-ripened blackcurrant fruit is dry, with soft but lithe tannins and gentle acids. Despite the softness, the wine has a good, firm mouthfeel, and quite a bit of richness and depth. —S.H.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Rodney Strong
11,White,Germany,"Like slices of fresh-cut Macintosh at first, but then folds in lime and mineral notes. Tart, zesty limes and powdered minerals are packed together in a refreshing wine that tastes almost dry. —J.C.",Ockfen Bockstein,25,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2001 Ockfen Bockstein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2001-ockfen-bockstein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Von Othegraven
,White,Germany,"In 15 years, this will still be an amazing wine. Currently young, meaty yeasty aromas, mask a rich, full flavored fruit, with fine, fresh flavors of ripe apples. There is a fine balance between acidity and sweetness. —R.V.",Kanzemer Altenberg Auslese,32,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2001 Kanzemer Altenberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2001-kanzemer-altenberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Von Othegraven
15,Red,Australia,"An excellent wine and an excellent value, though you may have trouble finding it in the U.S. There's juicy, jammy raspberry and blackberry fruit backed up by oak and caramel, with alluring black pepper, bacon, cherry and fresh garden aromas. It's what you want from an Aussie Shiraz. Editors' Choice. —D.M.",Stone Hill,17,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Morgan Simpson 2000 Stone Hill Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-simpson-2000-stone-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Morgan Simpson
,Red,US,"Fresh, forward scents of strawberry, berry and cherry jam are nicely played against flavors of chocolate, vanilla bean and even a hint of tea. This is sophisticated, artful winemaking, showing a skillful hand at the tiller. Delicious for near-term enjoyment. —P.G.",,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Hamacher
,White,Germany,"New World enthusiasts may ask, “Where's the fruit?” This wine is all about the earth, and fans of terroir should jump at it. Smoky and earthy on the nose, the palate delivers deep, rich notes of honeyed stones and dried spices. —J.C.",Meddersheimer Rheingrafenberg Spätlese S,26,90,Nahe,,,Helmut Hexamer 2001 Meddersheimer Rheingrafenberg Spätlese S Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-hexamer-2001-meddersheimer-rheingrafenberg-spatlese-s-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Helmut Hexamer
13.5,White,US,"A sharp, smart wine, elegantly put together. Flavors are lemons and herbs, which are balanced by crisp acids and smooth tannins. Does just what you want a dry, tart white to do: wake up the palate with clean, fresh flavors. —S.H.",DCV3,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2001 DCV3 Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2001-dcv3-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Dry Creek Vineyard
9,White,Germany,"This is expensive for a kabinett, but it comes from perhaps the most famous vineyard on the middle Mosel. That pedigree shows through in its polished mineral core. There's a slight citrusy tang to the green apples and crushed stones, and a delicacy and lightness of weight that belie the wine's intensity. —J.C.",Berncasteler Doctor Kabinett,27,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2001 Berncasteler Doctor Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2001-berncasteler-doctor-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
,White,Germany,"For such a ripe wine, with its heaping bowls of tropical fruit, it is surprisingly light-bodied and elegant—not an easy trick to turn. The long, chalky-mineral finish adds an intellectual note to this hedonistic offering. —J.C.",Longuicher Maximiner Herrenberg Auslese,26,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Schmitt-Wagner 2001 Longuicher Maximiner Herrenberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-schmitt-wagner-2001-longuicher-maximiner-herrenberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Schmitt-Wagner
,White,Germany,"The vineyard site's black slate speaks loudly in this wine, blaring forth smoky, mineral notes layered over yellow plums, peaches and citrus fruits. Folds in honey notes on the long, lingering finish. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Thörnicher Ritsch Spätlese,20,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Loewen 2001 Thörnicher Ritsch Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-loewen-2001-thornicher-ritsch-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Loewen
10,White,Germany,"This must be the best way to experience Saar Riesling on a budget. The high-strung acidity, a sense of nervosité, as the French would say, epitomizes the balancing act performed by estates in this coldest of German growing regions. Apple and pineapple flavors race along the edge of mouthwatering acids. Best Buy. —J.C.",Maria v. O.,15,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2001 Maria v. O. Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2001-maria-v-o-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Von Othegraven
,White,Germany,"This is a big, sturdy, dry Riesling, made to be matched with rich dishes. Limes combine with green floral notes on the nose to give a sense of freshness, then apple and peach flavors take over. The finish is long and intense, folding in hints of fresh mint. —J.C.",Wallhäuser Johannisberg,31,90,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2001 Wallhäuser Johannisberg Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2001-wallhauser-johannisberg-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Prinz Salm
14,Red,Chile,"Ninquén is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, 80% of which is aged in new wood; the U.S. is only allocated 500 six-bottle cases. Numbers aside, this is an excellent wine, firmly structured, with powdery-smooth tannins. Cassis fruit is swathed in toast, earth and nut flavors; the nose offers fragrant berry fruit, coconut and hints of herb. To Hobbs's knowledge, it is the first mountain fruit grown (at 400 meters above the valley floor) in the region.",Ninquén Mountain Vineyard,30,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 2000 Ninquén Mountain Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-2000-mountain-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Ninquén
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A Port that is close to a classic vintage Port in quality, because Niepoort makes a traditional style of LBV, which can age in the bottle. This wine is big and tannic, with acidity and flavors of dried fruits. Its dry style and tannins mean it will show well beyond its LBV pedigree, and age well over 10 years. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,22,90,Douro,,,Niepoort 1998 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-1998-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1998,Niepoort
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Balance, dryness and elegance are the hallmarks of this wine. It is fruity, with a sense of structure and delicious acidity to give it freshness. The wine was bottled unfiltered, meaning it should age well in bottle. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2001,22,90,Douro,,,Niepoort 1997 LBV Bottled 2001 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-1997-lbv-bottled-2001-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Niepoort
8,White,Germany,"Has all of the things you expect in a Mosel Riesling: floral notes, citrus, apple, peach and pear fruit, all in a zippy, harmonious package. In 2001, the Josephshöfer spätlese seems very much like an auslese, with rich, honeyed flavors and a hint of apricot. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Josephshöfer Spätlese Monopol,20,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2001 Josephshöfer Spätlese Monopol Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2001-josephshofer-spatlese-monopol-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
,White,Germany,Musky hedgerow flavors lie alongside high acidity and crisp sweet pineapple flavors. Posseses fine structure and enormous aging ability. —R.V.,Urziger Wurzgarten Auslese,42,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Urziger Wurzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
13.9,Red,Australia,"This isn't a wine to be held until the next century, but it's such a ringer that you probably wouldn't be able to save it that long, anyway. You'll recognize in Barossa Valley Estate's second wine E&E's trademark caramel, mocha and plum flavors. It's medium-bodied though muscly, with an alluring bouquet of jammy blackberry, chocolate and soil. Yum. —D.M.",Ebenezer,30,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1999 Ebenezer Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1999-ebenezer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Barossa Valley Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Solidly in the long Sebastiani tradition, a rich, well-crafted Cab. Many wines that cost $25 and more are not as good. Dry and full-bodied, with ripe blackcurrant flavors and complex, easy tannins, this is a first-rate wine and it is delicious. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Sonoma County Selection,17,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1999 Sonoma County Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-sonoma-county-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sebastiani
,White,Germany,"Rich and intense, with power and concentration, this is a blockbuster wine, full of Riesling ripeness and intensity, along with flavors of crisp, juicy apples. Best Buy. —R.V.",Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg Kabinett,12,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2001 Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2001-hattenheimer-pfaffenberg-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Schönborn
,White,Germany,"A hint of white pepper accents reined-in green apple and citrus aromas. Ultrasweet on the palate, picking up hints of caramel and honey on the finish, but balanced by some lime-like acidity. This is an eiswein with 40 years or more of aging potential. —J.C.",Graacher Domprobst Eiswein,175,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Graacher Domprobst Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-graacher-domprobst-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"In the British wine trade, when a wine is called “pretty,” it means it is attractive, seductive and just plain delicious. This wine is pretty. The black fruits and suppressed tannins give structure, and the balance of sweetness and acidity suggest aging potential as well. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2000,20,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 1996 LBV Bottled 2000 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-1996-lbv-bottled-2000-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1996,Quinta do Crasto
,White,Germany,"For a vineyard the importer characterizes as “adamant,” this wine is surprisingly showy. There's a strong backbone of lime and green apple, but also sweet hints of apricot and peach. Finishes tart and long, dry enough to appeal to folks who “don't care for sweet wine.” —J.C.",Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Spätlese Trocken,33,90,Rheingau,,,Josef Leitz 2001 Rüdesheimer Berg Rottland Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-leitz-2001-rudesheimer-berg-rottland-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Josef Leitz
15,Red,Australia,"Anyone itching for a huge old-vine Shiraz with the thickness of motor oil and powerful Port and barrel influences will love this 15%-alcohol bruiser. Which means fans of leaner, more graceful wines need not apply. The palate is more about weight than particular flavors, while the finish is equally sweet and oaky. Now it's satisfying to drink in a young Port way; in about four more years it should be properly settled. Cellar Selection. —M.S.",Carlyle Reserve,40,90,Victoria,Rutherglen,,All Saints 1999 Carlyle Reserve Shiraz (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/all-saints-1999-carlyle-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-rutherglen/,Shiraz,1999,All Saints
12,White,Germany,"Dusty and smoky, the emphasis is on dried earth and spices, with mere hints of baked apple. It's a full-bodied, muscular Riesling that shows the essence of the earth from which it comes, enlivened by a bracing, lemony finish. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Terra Montosa,20,90,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 2001 Terra Montosa Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-2001-terra-montosa-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Georg Breuer
,Red,US,"This is wonderfully good Cabernet considering the poor reputation of the vintage. Extravagant oak is layered over vibrant cassis and tobacco, while crisp acidity and lush tannins provide a sense of balance and ageability. Lacks the fullness and depth of the best vintages, but sure to charm.",Estate,75,90,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Gallo of Sonoma 1998 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1998-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-northern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Gallo of Sonoma
7.5,White,Germany,"A deliciously sweet wine that's not at all heavy; its spice-laden aromas mirror those of a dry rub for roast pork, folding in flavors of ripe Granny Smith apples and Anjou pears. The mouthwatering finish persists admirably, bringing back echoes of dry spices. —J.C.",Urziger Wurzgarten Spätlese,25,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Urziger Wurzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
12,White,Germany,"Rich and a bit sweet, this is an atypically powerful wine. Full-bodied, powerful flavors of ripe apples and green plums are balanced by citrusy acids; complexity is added by notes of menthol and floral greens. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Bürklin Estate,16,90,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 2001 Bürklin Estate Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-2001-burklin-estate-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine gets its name from a vine fungus that kills off part of the vine. The vine gets pruned back, which leads to small berries and low yields; this concentrates the intense, fleshy blue-black fruit flavors. There is a rich, juicy feel to the wine, which has firm but well-integrated tannins. —C.S.",The Dead Arm,65,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2000 The Dead Arm Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2000-dead-arm-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,D'Arenberg
,White,Germany,"This wine is a classic expression of Riesling, boasting green apples and limes on the nose, and peach and dried spices on the palate. The mouthfeel is lively, zesty and clean; the finish long. It's hard to imagine anyone mistaking this wine's Mosel pedigree, even when tasted blind. —J.C.",Zeltinger Sonnenuuhr Spätlese One Star,27,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Selbach-Oster 2001 Zeltinger Sonnenuuhr Spätlese One Star Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selbach-oster-2001-zeltinger-sonnenuuhr-spatlese-one-star-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Selbach-Oster
,Dessert,Spain,"Clos d L'Obac's dessert wine is the perfect Spanish take on recioto d'Italia. Aromas of licorice, dried cheese, balsamic vinegar and tight-grained oak create a complex bouquet, and the palate doesn't disappoint. Cinnamon and clove notes dress up the raisiny fruit, and later on there's anisette and leather. Best with an aged cheese after dinner.",Dolç de L'Obac,100,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos de L'Obac 2000 Dolç de L'Obac Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lobac-2000-dolc-red-priorat/,Red Blend,2000,Clos de L'Obac
11,White,Germany,"Tight at first, the aromas gradually open up to offer delicate floral notes, green apples and limes. It's light and elegant but intensely flavored at the same time; green flowershop nuances with a firm underpinning of steely green apples and citrus. The explosive finish brings waves of minerals and bracing acidity. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Kanzemer Altenberg QbA,27,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2001 Kanzemer Altenberg QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2001-kanzemer-altenberg-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Von Othegraven
,White,Germany,"Tons of stuff in here: waxy, paraffin-like scents, peach, citrus and tarragon. Ripe pears and peaches, graced by hints of anise and mint, combine elegantly in this surprisingly light-bodied wine. Racy acidity frames the mouthwatering finish. —J.C.",Erbacher Steinmorgen Spätlese,22,91,Rheingau,,,Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 Erbacher Steinmorgen Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-zu-knyphausen-2001-erbacher-steinmorgen-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Baron zu Knyphausen
,White,Germany,"Citrusy-sweet, this spätlese epitomizes the strengths of the 2001 vintage: good ripeness allied to firm acids. Lime and quince aromas develop into green plum flavors, finishing long and juicy, sweet but balanced. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Piersporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese,20,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Johann Haart 2001 Piersporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-haart-2001-piersporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Johann Haart
,Red,US,"A very fine Cabernet. All of the elements are upfront, including the vivacious berry flavors, oak, and soft, smooth tannins. Dry and clean, this is a wine suited to drinking tonight, but it has the balance to age effortlessly. —S.H.",,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"Cinnamon, cassis, currant, mint and cherry aromas provide a strong display of varietal character that continues to the palate with milk chocolate, plums and barrel char. A meaty mouthful of rich, full tannins leaves a lingering complex sensation on the finish.",Reserve,100,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,ZD
7.5,White,Germany,"There might be a hint of botrytis, but this is largely clean, delivering sweet pineapple, peach, melon and citrus flavors. Fat and unctuous for an eiswein, and finishes soft, but is still delicious. —J.C.",Langenlonsheimer Lohrer Berg Eiswein,68,91,Nahe,,,Tesch 2001 Langenlonsheimer Lohrer Berg Eiswein Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tesch-2001-langenlonsheimer-lohrer-berg-eiswein-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Tesch
,Red,US,"This is a special wine, clearly mountainous in origin. The fruit is condensed and intense. It could not be riper and still be dry and balanced. Flavors range from blackberries to chocolate. It's drinkable now, if big tannins don't bother you. Best with well-marbled beef, or with chocolatey desserts. —S.H.",Yates Ranch Reserve,59,91,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Rosenblum 1999 Yates Ranch Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1999-yates-ranch-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rosenblum
13,Red,Australia,"Yummy aromas of cola, plum pie and smoked meats start off this well-priced, stately Shiraz. And nothing that follows disappoints. The palate is full yet balanced, with spicy plum-styled fruit and enough acidity to preserve the juicy feel. The finish is smooth and just about perfect. This is neither overdone nor wimpy. In a word, it's complete. Editors' Choice. —M.S.",Genus 4,20,91,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,McGuigan 1999 Genus 4 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-1999-genus-4-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1999,McGuigan
14,Red,Australia,"The mint and eucalyptus aromas are always an indication that you are about to consume a quality wine. Along with the blackberry and cocoa flavors there is a rich, juicy mouthfeel with firm tannins, then bright acidity to clean everything up. Approachable now but will last until 2010. —C.S.",Eliza Reserve,30,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shottesbrooke 2000 Eliza Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shottesbrooke-2000-eliza-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Shottesbrooke
,White,Germany,"Würzgarten translates as “spice garden,” and this example displays the powdered cinnamon and clove nuances befitting its name. The fruit is fleshy, almost berry-like, finishing with a citrus tang. Sweet yet lithe, and a steal at the price. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Fuder 15,23,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Alfred Merkelbach 2001 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Fuder 15 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfred-merkelbach-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-fuder-15-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Alfred Merkelbach
13.1,Red,US,"Made on the lean side, completely different from the hugely ripe style now prevalent. There are sage, sweet tobacco, leather and blackberry flavors in this bone-dry wine. The tannin-acid balance is unmistakably Napa, plush and elegant. An ager, but perfect with a good steak or roast. —S.H.",Family Reserve Generations,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1999 Family Reserve Generations Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-family-reserve-generations-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,1999,Charles Krug
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Gould Campbell, one of the smaller Port houses owned by the Symington family, is often underrated. But it shouldn't be, as this LBV shows. With its big, sweet, ripe fruit character, flavors of dried sultanas and dark chocolate and its structured tannins, it has all the right ingredients for a classic Port. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,20,91,Douro,,,Gould Campbell 1996 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gould-campbell-1996-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1996,Gould Campbell
8.5,White,Germany,"What a beauty. It's packed with tropical fruits (mangoes) and ripe apples, yet beautifully balanced by bracing acidity, like a squeeze of fresh lime juice on the finish. Pulls off the amazing trick of tasting rich, while feeling lightweight at the same time. Best Buy. —J.C.",Zeltinger Himmelreich Kabinett,14,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Pazen 2001 Zeltinger Himmelreich Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazen-2001-zeltinger-himmelreich-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Pazen
,Red,US,"Striking for its color, nearly black, suggesting that these mountain grapes are extremely concentrated. Well-toasted oak dominates the aroma, although there are underlying notes of blackberries. Drinks big and massive, with blackberry flavors. A hit of acid shows up on the finish. Cellar material.",VGS,53,91,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 2000 VGS Zinfandel (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2000-vgs-zinfandel-napa-mount-veeder/,Zinfandel,2000,Château Potelle
,White,Germany,"As it should be, this wine is riper-tasting than Selbach-Oster's one-star spätlese, but not any better from a qualitative perspective. It shows more yellow plum aromatics and features a lush mouthfeel that partially masks a steel backbone of acidity. Expect this to close down for a few years before blossoming around age eight. —J.C.",Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese,33,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Selbach-Oster 2001 Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selbach-oster-2001-zeltinger-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Selbach-Oster
8,White,Germany,"J.J. Prüm remains one of the masters. The complexity built into this wine is astounding: white peaches, melon, green apples, grapefruit, traces of minerals and nuts—all on a lithe frame that beautifully supports the fruit. —J.C.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,35,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Prüm 2001 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-prum-2001-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Joh. Jos. Prüm
,White,Germany,"Intoxicating acidity is the main character of this wine. It is certainly ripe, there is crisp fruit, but at the end it is always this acidity that pierces through the sweetness like a rapier. At the end, there is great balance. —R.V.",Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg Spätlese,17,91,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2001 Hattenheimer Pfaffenberg Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2001-hattenheimer-pfaffenberg-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Schönborn
,White,Germany,"Another classic from Kloster Eberbach, which seems to be on form after some dull years. There is fresh fruit, with a yeasty touch showing youth. Ripe and full, it is dominated by flavors of green plums and white currants. This is a wine for aging. —R.V.",Erbacher Marcobrunn Kabinett,19,91,Rheingau,,,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach 2001 Erbacher Marcobrunn Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staatsweinguter-kloster-eberbach-2001-erbacher-marcobrunn-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach
14,Red,Australia,"Deep, dark toast aromas join fatty grilled meat, prunes and molasses. All repeat on the palate with additions of sweet blackberries, black plums, leather, dark chocolate and more molasses. Chocolate and pepper ride out a long, dark finish. This is a fantastic wine for the price. Editors' Choice. —K.F.",Hyland,25,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 1999 Hyland Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-1999-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1999,Penley Estate
,White,Germany,"Rather sweet for a kabinett, but remarkably balanced and pure. Starts with lovely spring flowers, lime and chalky, mineral notes, then develops peach and green apple flavors, finishing with a touch of vanilla. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,23,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Christoffel 2001 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-christoffel-2001-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Joh. Jos. Christoffel
8,White,Germany,"This is an atypically big, mouth-filling kabinett, full of stone fruits, such as peach and nectarine, as well as some red fruits—perhaps cherries. Despite its richness and kaleidoscopic waves of fruit, it never seems heavy, coming elegantly to a long and mouthwatering close.",Trittenheimer Kabinett,14,91,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2001 Trittenheimer Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2001-trittenheimer-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Grans-Fassian
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A rich, sweet wine, this is typical of the wonderfully powerful Fonseca style. The fruit is enormous and black, with sweet chocolate and ripe tannins. Drink it now, but it could age over five years or more. Editors' Choice. —R.V.",Late Bottled Vintage,21,91,Douro,,,Fonseca 1996 Late Bottled Vintage Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-1996-late-bottled-vintage-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1996,Fonseca
,White,Germany,"Just what a kabinett should be, from the state wine estate based in the monastery of Kloster Eberbach. There are crisp, lightly sweet fruit flavors, delicious acidity and flavors of ripe plums. This is a finely balanced wine, with acidity supporting the ripe fruit. —R.V.",Steinberger Kabinett,18,92,Rheingau,,,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach 2001 Steinberger Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staatsweinguter-kloster-eberbach-2001-steinberger-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach
14.8,Red,US,"Beautiful Zin, balanced and elegant despite its native wild and woolly nature. Powerful flavors of blackberries, chocolate and pepper are wrapped in lush Napa tannins that are one of the wine's nicest features. Dry and luscious, a distinctive achievement in Zinfandel.",Hendry Vineyard Reserve,47,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Hendry Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-hendry-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Warre's LBV is a crusted, traditional style, which has been bottled unfiltered and which matures in the bottle. That's why this wine is so fine and rich and only now reaching maturity. It is dry, with layers of tannins and dried fruit flavors. Tasted blind, it would certainly be mistaken for a vintage Port. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 1996,23,92,Douro,,,Warre's 1992 LBV Bottled 1996 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-1992-lbv-bottled-1996-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1992,Warre's
,Dessert,Germany,"The beauty of this wine stunning wine is its intensity. Rich layers of botrytis pile on top of each other, with flavors of orange marmalade and piercing, balancing acidity. The pleasure also is that it has a great lightness of touch. —R.V.   Auslese",Bernkasteler Badstube Beerenauslese,115,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Bernkasteler Badstube Beerenauslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-bernkasteler-badstube-beerenauslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
13,Red,US,"From a vineyard at the southern end of the appellation, a soft, fruity and immensely likeable Cabernet. Don't let the accessibility fool you. The upfront berry-cherry flavors and rich texture are instantly likeable, but there's enough complexity and balance for the cellar.  —S.H.",Alexander's Crown,28,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 1999 Alexander's Crown Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-alexanders-crown-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rodney Strong
,Red,Australia,"A distinctive wine—one that bears strong resemblance to the blockbuster '98, without quite as much extraction and finesse. Flavors run the gamut from ripe red fruit to caramel to foresty earthiness; still, the wine is more about mouthfeel than flavor. Lush, medium-full, with smooth tannins, this is one to drink fireside—in, say, 2006. —D.M.",E&E Black Pepper,85,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1999 E&E Black Pepper Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1999-e-e-black-pepper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Barossa Valley Estate
8.5,White,Germany,"A classic from a great vineyard site, the 2001 kabinett boasts grassy, lime aromas and plenty of tart, citrusy, green-apple fruit. It's an S&M wine—the piercing acidity almost painful, while the fresh, sweet fruit provides intense pleasure. Rare is the kabinett that will improve over 20 years, but this one's a shoo-in. Cellar Selection. —J.C.",Scharzhof Kabinett,34,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Egon Müller 2001 Scharzhof Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egon-muller-2001-scharzhof-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Egon Müller
,White,Germany,"A wine that is going to show great elegance and style, produced from the tiny, steep Goldwingert vineyard in Ürzig. At the moment, the yeastiness is prominent, but it doesn't hide the beautiful black-currant flavors, intense acidity and pure fruit. —R.V.",Urziger Goldwingert Spätlese,26,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2001 Urziger Goldwingert Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2001-urziger-goldwingert-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Peter Nicolay
8,White,Germany,"Smells spicy, redolent of apricots poached in honey, cinnamon and cloves. Baked apples come through on the palate, which is mouthcoatingly viscous and luxuriously rich. A trifle low in acidity, so drink sooner rather than later. —J.C.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Trockenbeerenauslese,150,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,Dessert,Germany,"The wine has a sweet honeyed nose with a fragrance of tea roses. The fresh, sweet combines great acidity with a layer of soft honey, finishing with flavors of fresh ripe apricots. —R.V.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Goldkapsel Auslese,33,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Goldkapsel Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-goldkapsel-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
,Red,US,"Someone called Stags Leap Cabernets ""an iron fist in a velvet glove"" and this is a textbook example. All the elements are there: Blackberry and cassis fruit, fine smoky new oak, and gentle tannins. It doesn't hit you over the head. But then you notice the dense middle palate, the enormous finish. This beautiful wine is an ager.",Reserve,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos du Val
,White,Germany,"There's a hint of botrytis on the nose in the dried-apricot and lime scents, but everything else about this wine is crystalline. The fruit flavors of apricot and peach are the freshest, ripest imaginable, balanced by lively, racy acidity, while intense mineral notes grace the lengthy finish. —J.C.",Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Two-Star,48,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Joh. Jos. Christoffel 2001 Ürziger Würzgarten Auslese Two-Star Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joh-jos-christoffel-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-two-star-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Joh. Jos. Christoffel
,White,Germany,"The Peter Nicolay estate belongs to the wife of Peter Pauly of Pauly-Bergweiler, and the two properties are run together. The wine is young, with yeasty aromas. The palate is hugely rich, with lovely ripeness and great sweetness. This is a big, rich intense wine, with flavors of botrytis and crisp honey. —R.V.",Urziger Goldwingert Auslese,32,92,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2001 Urziger Goldwingert Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2001-urziger-goldwingert-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Peter Nicolay
14.4,White,US,"A distinctive Viognier, and easily one of the state's best. Has the usual array of stone and tropical fruit flavors, with a minerality that's refreshing. Crisp and authoritative, sleek and refined, and perfectly oaked. Stunning, with the richness of a fine Chardonnay.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2001 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2001-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2001,Andrew Murray
,Red,US,"This solera-style wine blends the 1992–2001 Reserve Cabernets in a rich presentation. Leather, cedar, mint and a menagerie of ripe fruits tempt the nose, while the palate delivers with pepper encrusted meat, caramel, strawberries and cherries. This only hints at the elaborate sensory parade found in the glass, and the enduring impression this will surely leave. Only 250 cases produced.",Abacus IV,300,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD NV Abacus IV Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-nv-abacus-iv-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,,ZD
,White,Germany,"The legendary Thanisch estates has produced an auslese which is almost beerenauslese in its richness and color. There are layers of botrytis, flavors of honey and rich lemon zest and a long lingering aftertaste.",Bernkasteler Doctor Auslese,60,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2001 Bernkasteler Doctor Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2001-bernkasteler-doctor-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch)
,White,Germany,"Helmut Dönnhof is at the top of his game. From its explosive nose of powdered quartz and fresh apple skin through the flavors of apple, peach, melon and mineral, this wine has it all. It's medium-weight—even a bit full-bodied for Riesling—but impeccably balanced. Great length completes the package. Simply put, a tour de force. —J.C.",Schlossböckelheimer Kupfergrube Spätlese,42,93,Nahe,,,Dönnhoff 2001 Schlossböckelheimer Kupfergrube Spätlese Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnhoff-2001-schlossbockelheimer-kupfergrube-spatlese-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Dönnhoff
,White,Germany,"Graf Schönborn has aimed for a fine delicacy of flavor in this sweet wine. Lovely acidity and elegant fruits balance the flavors of cranberries and sweet pears. This is poised, delicate and certainly ageworthy. —R.V.",Rudesheimer Berg Rottland Auslese,43,93,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2000 Rudesheimer Berg Rottland Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2000-rudesheimer-berg-rottland-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2000,Schloss Schönborn
,White,Germany,"Acidity combined with sweetness dominate this wine, whose freshness contrasts nicely with its intense sweetness and overwhelming acidity. It should age indefinitely. —R.V.",Graacher Himmelreich Eiswein,100,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Graacher Himmelreich Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-graacher-himmelreich-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
8,White,Germany,"The color of polished brass, this extraordinary dessert wine boasts delicate floral scents layered over intense aromas of dried apricots and orange-blossom honey. It's immensely sweet and viscous, yet balanced, thanks to a lime edge to the flavors of honey and apricots. The finish lingers, coating the mouth in a web of complex flavors. Cellar Selection. —J.C.",Urziger Wurzgarten Trockenbeerenauslese,265,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Urziger Wurzgarten Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,Dessert,Germany,"Dr. Loosen is one of the great estates of Germany, able to produce wonderfully expressive wines. Here is a hugely sweet wine, delicate and fresh, with flavors of maple syrup and mangoes. Enormously complex wine in flavor, but there is nothing—a mere 6.5%—in alcohol. —R.V.",Erdener Treppchen Eiswein,200,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Erdener Treppchen Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-erdener-treppchen-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
,Red,US,"A real disappointment from this fine Napa Valley winery. Smells like stewed tomatoes and boiled prunes, with Lifesaver candy flavors finished with an unnatural sweetness. The finish is hot and sweet.",Knoll Family Vineyard,24,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2001 Knoll Family Vineyard Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2001-knoll-family-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2001,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"A difficult wine. The aroma is okay, with lots of ripe cherry, mint and leather scents, but it turns supertart in the mouth, and stings with unbalanced acidity.",,30,80,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Silversmith 2000 Petite Sirah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silversmith-2000-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Silversmith
11.5,White,Spain,Light mineral aroma; tastes like mineral water with an undercurrent of citrus. It's spritzy in the mouth—the vinous cousin to lemon Perrier.,,7,80,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Mederaño 2001 White (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mederano-2001-white-tierra-castilla/,White Blend,2001,Mederaño
12.5,Red,Spain,"Green beans and seeped tea coat the palate's tired plum fruit. Feels thin in the mouth, and overall past its prime.",Crianza,18,81,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Pontalie 1998 Crianza Syrah-Cabernet (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontalie-1998-crianza-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-mentrida/,Syrah-Cabernet,1998,Pontalie
,Red,US,"Tasters tried in vain to find fruit in this thin, vapid wine. Despite the lack of flavor, the tannins are big and rasping, and the wine is drenched in unnatural oak.",,18,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,McNab Ridge 2000 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-2000-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2000,McNab Ridge
,Red,US,,,10,81,California,California Other,California,Jewel 2001 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-2001-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2001,Jewel
14,Red,Spain,"Grapey fruit on the nose smells confected—and that's the good news. Stemminess pervades the palate flavors, with some black fruit underneath. More stemminess and oak on the nose and the finish.",Mas Castell Reserva,20,81,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1995 Mas Castell Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1995-mas-castell-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Raimat
13.8,Red,US,,,10,81,California,California Other,California,Jewel 2000 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-2000-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2000,Jewel
11,White,Spain,"Though medium-bodied, this wine is a serious lightweight in terms of flavor. If you're looking for an  essence of melon water with a lemon garnish to keep you cool, look no further. If it's a complex wine you want, probably best to keep looking.",Los Molinos,6,81,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Felix Solis 2001 Los Molinos Airen (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-solis-2001-los-molinos-spanish-white-airen-valdepenas/,Airen,2001,Felix Solis
12,Red,Spain,"Chalky, oaky tannins give this wine some body, but I don't know where the fruit is hiding. A hint of tangy plum skin pops up on the back end; other than that, there's not much here.",Vinedo No 7,15,81,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 2001 Vinedo No 7 Graciano (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-2001-vinedo-no-7-spanish-red-graciano-navarra/,Graciano,2001,Señorío de Sarria
,Red,US,"Seems very overripe, with an aroma of raisins and cooked honey that's almost like Port. There are sweet berry-cherry flavors on the palate, wrapped in notable but negotiable tannins, and the sweetness continues into the finish.",,10,82,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Wilson 2001 Petite Sirah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2001-petite-sirah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Petite Sirah,2001,Wilson
13.5,Red,Spain,"Liberally wooded, to say the least, the plum fruit at the core of this Toro wine doesn't much see the light of day. Has a nice raspberry, eucalyptus and white-pepper nose.",Crianza 1998,12,82,Northern Spain,Toro,,Muruve 1998 Crianza 1998  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muruve-1998-crianza-1998-red-toro/,Red Blend,1998,Muruve
12.5,Red,Spain,"Dry, and hard to love, this crianza's nose has a penetrating petrol-menthol note that all but obscures what plum fruit lies beneath. The same goes for the palate: Dry herbs and fresh-cut wood swathe the red-plum core. Finishes with charred wood. Tasted twice.",Crianza,13,82,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Majazul 1999 Crianza Tempranillo (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majazul-1999-crianza-tempranillo-mentrida/,Tempranillo,1999,Majazul
,Red,US,"Aims for the fences, swings—and misses. Has some decent, jammy, fruity-berry flavors, and a certain brightness to the mouthfeel, but loses points for the overly simple texture and short, snappy finish. Hard to square with the price.",Reserve,30,82,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Fetzer 2000 Reserve Petite Sirah (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-reserve-petite-sirah-napa-spring-mountain/,Petite Sirah,2000,Fetzer
12.5,White,Spain,"Yellow fruit and mineral flavors in the mouth; more of the same, plus some mustard and petrol notes on the nose. Are the flavors light and delicate, or is there just not much here?",,7,82,Levante,Valencia,,El Copero 2001 White (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-copero-2001-white-valencia/,White Blend,2001,El Copero
,Red,US,"Despite some ripe, forward blackberry and cherry fruit, the wine is marred by a one-dimensional structure and a hot mouthfeel, leading to a short finish. Tannins are very dry and dusty.",Ranchito Canyon Vineyard,,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 2000 Ranchito Canyon Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-2000-ranchito-canyon-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2000,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Hard to like, with some berry-cherry flavors but otherwise a simple, slightly sweet wine that feels thick and heavy in the mouth. Tannins are hard in the center, leading to a cough mediciney finish.",,16,82,California,California Other,California,Thomas Coyne 2000 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-2000-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2000,Thomas Coyne
12.7,Red,US,"Rough going here. Opens with earth, cardboard and Port-like blackberry aromas, and turns tannic and tart in the mouth. Might soften with age.—S.H.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cougar Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cougar-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Cougar Ridge
13.2,Red,Spain,"From Costers del Segre, in northeastern Spain, this Cab spends 24 months in American oak. Once you sample it, that fact won't at all surprise you. Plum fruit on the nose and on the palate takes a back seat to the wood; oak is all you get on the finish.",,13,82,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Raimat
14.5,Red,South Africa,"The perks of this wine are the cherry fruit aroma, the tannins, and the caramel at the backend of the finish. The aromas of asparagus and radicchio are awkward company to the tomato and toast flavors.",Onyx,20,82,Groenekloof,,,Darling Cellars 1999 Onyx Cabernet Sauvignon (Groenekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darling-cellars-1999-onyx-cabernet-sauvignon-groenekloof/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Darling Cellars
,Red,US,"Simple, dull, vegetal, earthy and hollow are a few words tasters used to describe this wine, whose flavors just manage to suggest less than ripe cherries. Finishes short.",,26,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Star 2000 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-2000-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,2000,Pacific Star
,Red,US,"Fails to inspire, with lean, herbal fruit and huge, monster tannins. The mouthfeel is simple and rustic. A hot, peppery note shows up in the finish.",Estate,30,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Granite Springs 2000 Estate Petite Sirah (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granite-springs-2000-estate-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Petite Sirah,2000,Granite Springs
13.5,Rose,Spain,"This Grenache-based rosé's a little flat, with hard cheese and strawberry flavors and aromas. Simple; thankfully doesn't taste confected. —D.M.",Rosado,11,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 2001 Rosado Grenache (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-2001-rosado-grenache-rioja/,Grenache,2001,CVNE
13,Red,Spain,"Medium-bodied with gritty, oaky tannins; some tart plum fruit lurks under the oak, but it's hard to find. Nose is fairly closed, but for some tarry notes.",Puerta de Granada - Reserva,20,82,Levante,Jumilla,,Puerta de Granada 1996 Puerta de Granada - Reserva Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-granada-1996-reserva-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,1996,Puerta de Granada
,Red,Spain,"A promising nose of chocolate-covered cherries and sweet cream segues to earth, char—even soap?—flavors on the palate. Finishes with herbs and resin. A strange wine, overall.",Crianza,17,82,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Pontalie 1998 Crianza Red (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontalie-1998-crianza-red-mentrida/,Red Blend,1998,Pontalie
,Red,US,"Hard to find much to praise about this simple, earthy wine. The panel criticized it for excessive sweetness and harsh, astringent tannins and acids. A few tasters detected overt winemaking flaws.",Mounts Vineyard,30,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Amphora 2001 Mounts Vineyard Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amphora-2001-mounts-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2001,Amphora
12,Rose,Spain,"It's the coppery color of a French rosé, but tastes nothing like it. This Bobal-Monastrell blend is just this side of cloying, with leathery aromas and flavors reining the sweet peach fruit in before it crosses the line into Candyland. A simple quaff; a good bridge to wine, perhaps, for wine cooler drinkers. 30,000 cases produced. —D.M.",Vino Rosado,7,82,Levante,Valencia,,El Copero 2001 Vino Rosado Rosé (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-copero-2001-vino-rosado-rose-valencia/,Rosé,2001,El Copero
,Red,US,"Almost all tasters picked up on a funky note on the nose and on the palate. There's some pretty berry-cherry fruit, and the tannins are nice and soft, but the wine can't rise above an ordinary level. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",,28,82,California,Napa,Rutherford,Freemark Abbey 2000 Petite Sirah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2000-petite-sirah-napa-rutherford/,Petite Sirah,2000,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"A big disappointment. There's some good, ripe fruit, but the tannins are dry and rasping, and the flavors turn thin on the slightly hot finish. Seems more like a decent vin ordinaire than a serious red table wine.",McNab Ranch,21,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Benziger 1999 McNab Ranch Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-mcnab-ranch-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,1999,Benziger
14.2,Red,US,"The panel was unanimous in calling this wine a solid average in quality. It has decent flavors of red and black stone fruits, and the tannins are gritty through the tart finish. It's a big, thick wine, best with meat dishes.",Reserve,20,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 2000 Reserve Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-2000-reserve-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2000,McDowell
,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of leathery bacon and saddle aromas next to blackberry and cherry, with leaner notes of cranberry and tobacco. The wine is extremely dry, and the tannins are fierce and in your face. The question is, will the wine improve with age, or just fade away?",Estate,60,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Turley 2000 Estate Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turley-2000-estate-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Turley
13,Red,Spain,"This tinto is good, but doesn't leave much of a lasting impression. Offers vague black fruit, oak and earth aromas and flavors, from beginning to end. Suitable for casual circumstances.",Tinto,7,83,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Mederaño 2000 Tinto Red (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mederano-2000-tinto-red-tierra-castilla/,Red Blend,2000,Mederaño
,Red,Spain,"The nose shows sweet pastry dough and oak notes; however, this Tempranillo, Monastrell and Bobal blend has drying tannins and oak to spare, with black fruit underneath that can't quite overcome the wood. Might drink better if paired with chorizo, or other grilled meats.",Tinto Crianza,10,83,Levante,Valencia,,Bodegas Murviedro 1999 Tinto Crianza Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-murviedro-1999-tinto-crianza-red-valencia/,Red Blend,1999,Bodegas Murviedro
13.5,Red,Spain,"While there are nice aromas of red and black plums on the nose, the wine seems to take the ""70 Barrels"" designation a little literally—it seems more an indication of the amount of char and wood that the wine shows than a mark of a limited production. Burned caramel flavors overshadow the red fruit; dry tannins and some charred oak round out the finish.  ***PLEASE RECHECK PRICE. THE ENTRY DIDN'T HAVE ""70 BARRICAS"" DESIGNATION WHEN I FOUND IT; I ADDED IT BUT I DON'T KNOW IF THE '01 TEMPRANILLO AND THE '01 '70 BARRICAS' ARE TWO DIFFERENT WINES.",Viña Rey,8,83,Central Spain,Madrid,,Bodegas Castejón 2001 Viña Rey Tempranillo (Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-castejon-2001-vina-rey-tempranillo-madrid-24407/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Castejón
,Red,US,"Decent, everyday quality, with thin flavors of berries and cherries, a hint of smoky oak and firm tannis. Has some unripe, stalky green notes, but is pretty decent as a quaffer.",,21,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 1999 Petite Sirah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1999-petite-sirah-north-coast/,Petite Sirah,1999,Guenoc
13,Red,Spain,"An altogether unusual wine, with a melange of fruits at its core—really, it's reminiscent of a fruit-juice punch you drank as a kid. Nose shows anise, meat and blood orange notes over a foundation of red berries; finsihes with a tangy, spritzy texture.",Lar de Barros Crianza,10,83,Central Spain,Ribera del Guadiana,,Bodegas Inviosa 1999 Lar de Barros Crianza Tempranillo (Ribera del Guadiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-inviosa-1999-lar-barros-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-guadiana/,Tempranillo,1999,Bodegas Inviosa
12.5,Red,Spain,"A simple, drink-me-now, light- to medium-weight Tempranillo, the Viña Rey is just this side of tired. Red plum fruit wears a barky-chalky coat; plum and cherry round out the finish.",Viña Rey,6,83,Central Spain,Madrid,,Bodegas Castejón 2001 Viña Rey Tempranillo (Madrid),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-castejon-2001-vina-rey-tempranillo-madrid/,Tempranillo,2001,Bodegas Castejón
12.5,Red,Spain,"On the weak side, in terms of body and concentration. The overall flavor impression is one of wood and generic red fruit; woodsy tannins finish things off.",Campo Viejo Reserva,15,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Artesanas 1997 Campo Viejo Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-artesanas-1997-campo-viejo-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1997,Bodegas Artesanas
12,White,Portugal,"Nose offers piquant mix of citrus, mustard seed and yellow stone fruit. The palate is a muted extension of the same flavor profile—zippy white pepper notes over generic yellow fruit. Falls off quickly on the finish.",Durius,9,83,Douro,,,Marques de Griñon 2001 Durius White (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2001-durius-white-douro/,White Blend,2001,Marques de Griñon
13.1,Red,South Africa,"Aromas of baby spinach and stewy rhubarb meet with cherry tomatoes that carries to the palate of tart red plum. Overall this is a bit tart, finishing with bitter greens.",,18,83,Stellenbosch,,,Hoopenburg 1999 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoopenburg-1999-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1999,Hoopenburg
14,White,South Africa,"Translucent stonefruit aromas and flavors are lightly peppered with oak. Overall, this is incredibly lightweight, bordering on hollow, but it never strays into unpleasantness.",,14,83,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2001 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2001-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2001,Glen Carlou
13,White,Spain,"The soft yellow fruit and nutmeg-vanilla notes are nice, though light, but this Chard-Parellada is on the flabby side. Nose offers more yellow fruit, dusted with bubble-gum powder and chalk. Wants structure, and more concentration.",,,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,Cavas Hill 2000 Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-hill-2000-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,2000,Cavas Hill
13.5,White,Spain,"Mallowy, toasty aromas start things off and show up again on the back end, but the palate offers only generic yellow fruit. Medium-bodied and quite resinous in the mouth, it's suitable for casual gatherings.",Gran Viña Sol,14,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2001 Gran Viña Sol Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-gran-vina-sol-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,2001,Torres
,Red,US,"There's some very pretty blackberry and cassis fruit, but it tastes unnaturally sweet, and most of the tasting panel detected excessive heat in the short finish.",Granite Hill Reserve,30,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2000 Granite Hill Reserve Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2000-granite-hill-reserve-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,2000,Lava Cap
12.8,Red,Spain,"Dried spices, tomato and earthy aromas give you a hint of what's to come: This Tempranillo's red-cherry core is hidden by seeped tea and barnyardy-earthy flavors. Finishes with oak and dusty tannins.",,13,83,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1999 Tempranillo (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1999-tempranillo-costers-segre/,Tempranillo,1999,Raimat
,Red,US,"The problem with this wine is an excess of less-than-ripe grapes. There's some green stemminess in the aroma and this is confirmed in the mouth, where the wine turns thin. It's not a bad wine, just simple, and too expensive for this quality. —S.H.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 1999 Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,1999,Bargetto
,Red,US,"A shocker, given this wine's fame. Most tasters faulted it for being overly tart and too oaky, although the fruity-berry flavors are quite tasty and ripe. There was a funky, leathery quality that bothered some.",Redhead Vineyard,24,83,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Fife 2000 Redhead Vineyard Petite Sirah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2000-redhead-vineyard-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Fife
,Red,France,"The trials of the 2000 vintage show in this wine's pale color and lean mouthfeel. It's pretty cherry and chocolate flavors are light, the finish tart.",,16,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Château de Meursault 2000  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-2000-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2000,Château de Meursault
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A simple nose of sweet red plum and toasty caramel; the plum repeats on the palate, accompanied by green pepper and vegetal notes. The finish is rather green and bitter.",,15,83,Paarl,,,Landskroon 1999 Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landskroon-1999-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,1999,Landskroon
,Red,US,"The panel was divided on this wine, with some liking the full, rich blackberry and cherry flavors and smooth tannins, while others knocked it for being common and uninteresting.",,13,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Windsor 1999 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1999-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,1999,Windsor
13,Red,South Africa,"Odd aromas and indistinct, sour fruit are loosely knit together in this wine. A spine of dry herbs and sour cherry are accented by paraffin, cedar and vaccum powder on the nose and palate.",,20,83,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rust en Vrede
,Red,US,"Solidy average in quality, with berry-cherry flavors and a rustic feel in the mouth. It's pleasant, and there's a nice streak of spice in the finish, but it's one dimensional.",Rusty Ridge,22,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara County,Storrs 2000 Rusty Ridge Petite Sirah (Santa Clara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storrs-2000-rusty-ridge-petite-sirah-central-coast-santa-clara-county/,Petite Sirah,2000,Storrs
14,Red,Spain,Black plum fruit is flattened by smooth woodsy tannins on the palate; oak and white pepper notes bookend the plum fruit core. Medium-bodied and simple.,Vinedo No 4,15,83,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 2001 Vinedo No 4 Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-2001-vinedo-no-4-merlot-navarra/,Merlot,2001,Señorío de Sarria
,Red,US,"Tasters found a range of flavorful fruits and berries, chocolate and herbs here, although there were overly-ripe raisins as well. The wine impressed for its youthful, bouncyquality, showing almost a spritzy feeling, but it's also one-dimensional.",Bacigalupi Vineyards,18,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2001 Bacigalupi Vineyards Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2001-bacigalupi-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2001,Foppiano
12.7,Red,US,"The raisiny, pruny aromas are almost Port-like, and it's thick and soft. Completely dry, with rasping tannins and tart acids. —S.H.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cougar Ridge 1999 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cougar-ridge-1999-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,Cougar Ridge
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Throughout the nose and palate, a suggestion of gamy meat is accompanied by tart red plum, toasty caramel, and cherry. The finish is marred by bitter green herbs.",Onyx,22,83,Swartland-GroeneKloof,,,Darling Cellars 1999 Onyx Pinotage (Swartland-GroeneKloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darling-cellars-1999-onyx-pinotage-swartland-groenekloof/,Pinotage,1999,Darling Cellars
13.5,Red,South Africa,"The light, one-dimensional body of red plum, toast and brown sugar is finished off with dried herbs and another wisp of brown sugar. The delicate touch that this wine has would be better suited to more complex fruit, thus attaining elegance over transparency.",,15,84,Stellenbosch,,,Boschkloof 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschkloof-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-vlootenburg/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Boschkloof
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Cherry and apple peel aromas are veiled in caramel and light brown sugar. The cherry and apple transform on the palate, coming across as tawny-red fruit with toasty caramel. The finish is vegetal.",,17,84,Stellenbosch,,,Uitkyk 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uitkyk-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Uitkyk
14,Red,South Africa,"Ripe raspberry, sweet red plum and a hint of eucalyptus on the nose prepare you for the bitter herb and acid lying in wait on the finish. Serve with food. —K.F.",,7,84,Coastal Region,,,Flamingo Bay 2001 Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flamingo-bay-2001-red-coastal-region/,Red Blend,2001,Flamingo Bay
,Red,France,"The 2000 vintage was challenging in Burgundy, so in that context this wine is a success. Although it lacks fresh fruit character—focusing instead on earth, pine bark and mushrooms—the mouthfeel is plump and smooth, and the finish lasts.",Premier Cru,27,84,Burgundy,Beaune,,Château de Meursault 2000 Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-2000-premier-cru-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2000,Château de Meursault
13,White,South Africa,"Aromas of fresh-mown hay and sweet peas are accompanied by simple yellow fruit. The hay and peas repeat on the finish. This is unadorned, with soft acids. —K.F.",DC,13,84,Swartland-GroeneKloof,,,Darling Cellars 2001 DC Sauvignon Blanc (Swartland-GroeneKloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darling-cellars-2001-dc-sauvignon-blanc-swartland-groenekloof/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Darling Cellars
,Red,US,"Tasters found overripe notes ranging from prunes and raisins to blackberry compote, wrapped in the sweet vanilla, char and smoke. The tannins are pretty gritty and pronounced. One taster called them chunky, but not painful.",,28,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Christopher Creek 1999 Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christopher-creek-1999-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Christopher Creek
14.2,Red,US,"Has good acidity and lovely tannins, which are soft and plush in the mouth, with good acidity. Feels great, but loses a few points because of green, unripe flavors that ride side by side with riper blackberry ones. That sharpness really kicks in on the finish. —S.H.",,12,84,California,California Other,California,Bargetto 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Bargetto
13.9,Red,US,"Another good value from this Sierra Foothills producer, with all tasters rating it between 83 and 85 points. We liked it for its simple but tasty cherry syrup flavors and round, full mouthfeel. Don't look for added complexities, just a nice drinking quaffer.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2000 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2000-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2000,Bogle
,Red,US,"This was a panel favorite for an affordable, value wine. It's simple and richly flavored with blackberry, cherry and chocolate notes, and has firm, dry tannins. The pretty fruit flavors and oriental spices last through the finish.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Bogle 2001 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2001-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,2001,Bogle
14.5,Red,US,"Okay in flavor and style, although there are some overly sweet notes that bothered tasters. Cherries, black tea, plum, mint and licorice are just a few of the flavors that are wrapped in soft, gentle tannins. One taster loved the rich mouthfeel.",,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bear Creek 2000 Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bear-creek-2000-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,2000,Bear Creek
,Red,US,"Here is a wine from a county almost unknown for Pinot Noir. It expresses some varietal character in the raspberry and cherry flavors, and its dry, silky tannins. There are also less-ripe tomato and beet notes. The next step is to develop finesse. —S.H.",Elk Prairie Vineyard,24,84,California,North Coast,Humboldt County,Briceland 2000 Elk Prairie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Humboldt County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/briceland-2000-elk-prairie-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-humboldt-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Briceland
12.5,White,Spain,"If the question is, “what should a proper lady drink in hundred-degree weather?”, Satinela is the answer. It's feminine, sweet and zippy—even a little spritzy—in the mouth, with honeysuckle and yellow fruit flavors, and perfumed, garden-vegetable and lemon aromas. With 3% residual sugar, it will be too sweet for many, and just right for others. —D.M.",Satinela,9,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2001 Satinela White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2001-satinela-white-rioja/,White Blend,2001,Marqués de Cáceres
,Red,US,"Average to good in quality, with hot country notes of plums and roasted fruits veering into raisins. Feels a bit thin on the palate, with the flavors obscured by hefty tannins. Too one-dimensional to merit a higher score, but decent enough.",Limited Release,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Meridian 1999 Limited Release Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1999-limited-release-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1999,Meridian
14,Red,South Africa,"Red plum, caramel and dried meat aromas and flavors. The toasty finish has herbal and vegetal qualities. —K.F.",Reserve,16,84,Paarl,,,Montestell 2000 Reserve Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montestell-2000-reserve-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,2000,Montestell
12.9,Red,US,"A serviceable wine, rugged and simple, with basic Cabernet blackberry flavors. There are also notes of dehydrated berries in the raisin and prune flavors. Simple tannins are soft and easy. —S.H.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Napa Ridge 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Napa Ridge
14,White,South Africa,"Citrus, toast and cream aromas are followed up by watery citrus on the palate. There's enough scidity to hold interest through the herbal, toasted finish. —K.F.",Reserve,16,84,Robertson,,,Van Loveren 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-loveren-2001-reserve-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2001,Van Loveren
13.5,White,South Africa,"This is deceptively soft at the start but quickly gains heat when the acidity creeps in. Simple aromas and flavors of sweet hay, light cream and a pat of butter finish with white-hot pepper. —K.F.",DC,13,84,Swartland-GroeneKloof,,,Darling Cellars 2000 DC Chardonnay (Swartland-GroeneKloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darling-cellars-2000-dc-chardonnay-swartland-groenekloof/,Chardonnay,2000,Darling Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Thin for a reserve. The fruit is watery and tart, with flavors of beetroot and a vegetal finish. Breathing time and food may help.—P.G.",Winery Estate Reserve,28,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2000 Winery Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2000-winery-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Château Bianca
12.5,Red,Spain,"Medium and well-balanced, this 50-50 Tempranillo-Grenache's mouthfeel is its best feature. Offers vague red fruit and oak flavors, and creamy-meaty aromas. Would have fared even better had there been more intensity on the palate. —D.M.",Bastión de Camarena,11,84,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Cooperativo San Isidro 2001 Bastión de Camarena Red (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativo-san-isidro-2001-bastion-camarena-red-mentrida/,Red Blend,2001,Cooperativo San Isidro
,Red,US,"The wine starts off with pleasing cherry, herb, coffee and spice flavors. But it falters with excessive acidity and a tartness on the finish, which is short. —J.M.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cantiga Wineworks 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantiga-wineworks-2000-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2000,Cantiga Wineworks
,Red,US,"Tasters jumped on this wine for a variety of flaws ranging from overt sweetness to volatile acidity and a lack of harmony between oak and fruit. It's okay- drinking stuff, with decent flavors. Might improve with a few years of cellaring.",Orpheus-Private Reserve,35,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1999 Orpheus-Private Reserve Petite Sirah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1999-orpheus-private-reserve-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Lolonis
14,White,South Africa,"Fresh hay, light tropical fruit and dried herb sachet aromas repeat on the palate with less depth. The finish is herby, clean and maybe the most outstanding element when compared to the undistinguished fruit.",,11,84,Stellenbosch,,,Uitkyk 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uitkyk-2001-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Uitkyk
13,White,South Africa,Very yellow coloring paves the way to aromas of dusty newsprint and meat juices. Dig deep to find light citrus fruit that carries to the palate with a dose of eucalyptus. Its odd notes are slightly more acceptable than the lack of body and focus. —K.F.,Estate Wine,15,84,Walker Bay,,,Wildekrans 2001 Estate Wine Sémillon (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildekrans-2001-estate-wine-semillon-walker-bay/,Sémillon,2001,Wildekrans
,Red,US,"Disappointing, given the vintage and pedigree of the grapes. Opens with tons of smoky oak covering blackberry, cocoa, black cherry and mint aromas and flavors. Loses points for coarseness and a short finish",Staten Family Reserve,30,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Field Stone 1999 Staten Family Reserve Petite Sirah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-1999-staten-family-reserve-petite-sirah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Field Stone
13,White,South Africa,"Aromas of yellow nectarine, lemon peel and toast are simply delicious. In the mouth, this falls a bit flat with transparent, anonymous yellow fruit slightly lifted by an herby tang on the finish. Strangely, the acidity actually nosedives in intensity by midpalate. —K.F.",,7,84,Coastal Region,,,Flamingo Bay 2001 White (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flamingo-bay-2001-white-coastal-region/,White Blend,2001,Flamingo Bay
,Red,US,"It has recognizably Pinot qualities of silky tannins and a round, easy mouthfeel. The fruit is thin, and there's some bitterness on the short  finish. —S.H.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Belford Springs 2000 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belford-springs-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Belford Springs
,Red,Spain,"With red plum skin flavors, and an undercurrents of eucalpyptus and herb, the overall impression here is a tart, almost lean, one. Tart red fruit lingers on the finish; the nose offers earth, eucalyptus and red berry aromas. 2,000 cases produced. —D.M.",Reserva,15,84,Levante,Valencia,,Bodegas Murviedro 1996 Reserva Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-murviedro-1996-reserva-red-valencia/,Red Blend,1996,Bodegas Murviedro
12.5,White,South Africa,"Opens with light toast, citrus juice and peel. Thin lemon flavors and a hint of grass play on the finish. A bit of depth would go a long way with this simple, everyday pour. —K.F.",Mosaïc,8,84,Stellenbosch,,,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery 2001 Mosaïc White (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bowe-joubert-vineyard-winery-2001-mosaic-white-stellenbosch/,White Blend,2001,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery
13.5,Red,US,"Most tasters faulted this wine for various flaws, including funky aromas, medicinal flavors, and a tart, sour mouthfeel, but it's not bad for the price. Gets better with aeration.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Wilson 1999 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-1999-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,1999,Wilson
12.5,Red,Spain,"Medium and quite unyielding, this 90% Tempranillo (Mazuelo, Garnacha and Graciano make up the rest) has tangy wood and red plum-skin flavors. Offers understated foresty aromas, plus some stewy red fruit, on the nose. Hard cheese may bring out its best. —D.M.",Reserva,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 1996 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-1996-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Ramón Bilbao
14,Red,South Africa,"Offers loam, driftwood, toast, cinnamon, caramel and red plum aromas. The fruit is good, the acidity tingly, but the bitter greens hinted at on the palate and on the finish are a bit too much. —K.F.",DC,13,84,Swartland-GroeneKloof,,,Darling Cellars 1999 DC Merlot (Swartland-GroeneKloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darling-cellars-1999-dc-merlot-swartland-groenekloof/,Merlot,1999,Darling Cellars
12.5,Red,Spain,Sour cherry and red plum flavors (and a wee too much acid) are the key players on the palate. Simpler and lighter weight than you'd expect of a gran reserva. Finishes with cranberry and oak flavors. —D.M.,Gran Reserva,20,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramón Bilbao 1995 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramon-bilbao-1995-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Ramón Bilbao
14,Red,South Africa,"Very dry tannins and near-mouthwatering acidity are worth noting. The nose of bread, sawdust, and dry basement hides anonymous red fruit. On the palate, the fruit is wrapped in herby endive. Throughout, a note of peppery gaminess.",,13,84,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Porcupine Ridge
,Red,US,"Extremely oaky in new wood, with strong smoky-vanilla notes covering up young, fresh, jammy flavors of blackberry and plum. The tannins are strong, but the wine lacks substance in the middle, and finishes thin.",Cellar Select,28,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2000 Cellar Select Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2000-cellar-select-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,2000,Perry Creek
13.5,Red,South Africa,"An uncharacteristic note of cucumber blows off, leaving simple aromas of light toast and red fruit. These continue on the hollow palate, with an odd note of spinach blooming through tart fruit on the finish. —K.F.",,18,84,Paarl,,,Landskroon 2000 Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landskroon-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2000,Landskroon
13.5,Red,Spain,"If your local wine shop carries a single Spanish wine, this one's probably it—and it's no wonder why. This Garnacha-Cariñena blend is an easy quaffer, Beaujolais-weight, and probably best appreciated by wine newbies who like a little sweetness in their glass. It offers raspberry, plum and strawberry flavors, kept in check by a dose of oak. Drink now. —D.M.",Sangre de Toro,10,84,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Torres 2001 Sangre de Toro Red (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-sangre-de-toro-red-catalonia/,Red Blend,2001,Torres
,Red,South Africa,"Coffee bean, cocoa and brown sugar aromas are enticing, while the palate offers only thin red fruit. The tannins are chalky but strapping, leading to a peppery, mouthpuckering finish. —K.F.",Helderberg,20,84,Stellenbosch,,,Ken Forrester 2001 Helderberg Grenache-Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-forrester-2001-helderberg-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-stellenbosch/,Grenache-Syrah,2001,Ken Forrester
13.5,Red,Spain,"More approachable now, perhaps, than other '97 crianzas, this Tempranillo, Mazuela and Graciano blend has a relatively soft, medium-bodied mouthfeel, with red plums front and center. Nose carries a stemmy-ashy note over the red fruit; finishes with a disappointing lactic-oak note. —D.M.",Single Vineyard Crianza,20,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Contino 1997 Single Vineyard Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contino-1997-single-vineyard-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1997,Contino
14,Red,South Africa,"Although a bit vegetal, there are worthwhile notes of plum, cherry and caramel. The palate is lightweight, with salad greens, tomato and basil flavors. Finishes peppery. —K.F.",,28,84,Stellenbosch,,,Cape View 1999 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-view-1999-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,1999,Cape View
14,Red,South Africa,"This is a one-way sensory package of cherry candy and vanillin oak that shows a bit of aggressivity in the tannins. In fact, the tannins carry far past the finish. Beyond its simplicity, there is nothing really out of order.",,15,84,Stellenbosch,,,Brampton 2001 Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-2001-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,2001,Brampton
,Red,US,"Polished tannins and bright acids give it good mouthfeel, and there are some nice flavors of blackberries with overt oaky influences. But there is also some less-than-ripe fruit that shows up as herbs and asparagus. —S.H.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2000 Merlot (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2000-merlot-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Merlot,2000,Ventana
14,White,South Africa,"Slightly sweet aromas of toast and lemon cake are accompanied by a bloom of alcohol. The lightweight palate offers herbs, lemon and white pepper, and bright acidity. —K.F.",,17,85,Stellenbosch,,,Uitkyk 2001 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/uitkyk-2001-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2001,Uitkyk
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This offers little complexity, but enough pleasure and tannins for a red meat pairing. Thin cherry, bread and floral aromas carry to the palate, where the sweet, almost dried fruit shows some herbal bite at the backend.",,8,85,Western Cape,,,Lost Horizons 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lost-horizons-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-western-cape/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Lost Horizons
13.5,White,South Africa,"The tasty tropical fruits of papaya and dried pineapple are wrapped in hay, toast and oak. This starts off a bit soft, but gets racier, with the acidity cleaning up the fruit on the creamy finish. —K.F.   .",,9,85,Western Cape,,,New World 2002 Semillon-Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/new-world-2002-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-western-cape/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2002,New World
13.5,Red,US,"Lush, rich tannins and soft acids lead to a great mouthfeel, round and plush as velvet. The problem is fruit intensity: There are some plum and blackberry flavors but they're thin, and the wine turns watery and a bit harsh on the finish. An oaky overlay is no substitute for ripe flavors. —S.H.",Oakville Estate,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2000 Oakville Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2000-oakville-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Franciscan
12.5,Red,Spain,"Though stewed fruit and herb aromas on the nose are rather expressive, the palate flavors are much harder to read. Vague bits of cherry and smoke pop up in the midpalate, with some hard cheese on the finish. It would have fared better had its pleasing components sung a little more loudly. —D.M.",Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva,30,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 1994 Coto de Imaz Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-1994-imaz-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,El Coto
,Red,US,"An odd bottle, with a curious set of disjointed flavors. Berries, coconut, vanilla and a funky, microbial odor reminiscent of soy or seaweed are all mixed together. The fruit is light and sweet, like a candy Lifesaver, and the finish is flat, dull and lifeless. —P.G.",Premier Cuvee,45,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 2000 Premier Cuvee Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2000-premier-cuvee-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Archery Summit
12.5,Red,Spain,"This 70% Tempranillo and 30% Garnacha Vieja is a dark, straightforward quaffer with an earth and black fruit core. Brewed, malty notes on the nose and finish, however, make more sense  in beer than wine. —D.M.",Don Cecilio,10,85,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Bodegas La Cerca 2001 Don Cecilio Red (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-cerca-2001-don-cecilio-red-mentrida/,Red Blend,2001,Bodegas La Cerca
,Red,US,"The winery's reserve Pinot is not much different from the regular bottling. Strawberry and cherry lifesaver flavors make this a forward, fruity, quaffable wine. The simple flavors and the plastic cork suggest a $10 bottle; $42 seems like quite a stretch. —P.G.",Reserve,42,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adea 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adea-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Adea
,Red,US,"A middle-of-the-road Oregon Pinot, with pleasant, quite light fruit. Strawberry and light cherry flavors, followed by an ashy, grainy, earthy finish. —P.G.",,35,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adea 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adea-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Adea
13.3,Red,US,"Most tasters enjoyed the roasted black fruits, with their hints of spice and solid overlay of smoky oak. The wine is full-bodied and dry in the mouth, with pronounced tannins. It's balanced and rich, but could use extra layers of complexity.",,20,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2000 Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2000-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2000,Fife
13.5,White,South Africa,"This everyday wine's aromas satisfy, with sesame seed, thin citrus and a hint of thyme. Clean on the palate, with soft citrus, fresh herbs and toasty accents, this is a natural choice for a light luncheon. —K.F.",,9,85,Stellenbosch,,,Bradgate 2002 White (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradgate-2002-white-stellenbosch/,White Blend,2002,Bradgate
13,White,South Africa,"Clarified butter and toasty fruit aromas and flavors follow through to the palate, where there's thin lemon fruit. The finish is layered in butter and lemon zest. —K.F.",Cuvée Emmerentia,15,85,Stellenbosch,,,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery 2001 Cuvée Emmerentia Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bowe-joubert-vineyard-winery-2001-cuvee-emmerentia-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2001,Bowe Joubert Vineyard & Winery
13.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot blend has a nice mouthfeel and decent heft, but its flavors aren't as compelling as its body. Red plum and cherry fruit wasn't ripe or lush; dough, dry wood and meat notes round out the profile. Tasted twice. —D.M.",Enartis,30,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Griñon 1999 Enartis  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-1999-enartis-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1999,Marques de Griñon
,Red,US,"A completely average  wine, with jammy flavors of red and black cherry, spice, and a hint of tarry earth. Tastes soft and mellow, with a thick, syrupy texture. There's nothing wrong with it, but it's pricey for what you get.",,28,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Nevada City 2000 Petite Sirah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nevada-city-2000-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills/,Petite Sirah,2000,Nevada City
,Red,US,"Fruity, like a Beaujolais, with light berry and cranberry flavors, followed by some earthy, ashy tannins. The sulfite-free, organically farmed grapes come from Cattrall Brothers vineyards.—P.G.",Eco-Wine,15,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Amity 2000 Eco-Wine Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2000-eco-wine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Amity
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Steamed vegetables, cinnamon, and baked apple aromas join red plum, black pepper and grilled meat flavors. Tannins are dry, and the finish is lean and peppery, with a nice plum note at the end.",,13,85,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Fleur Du Cap
13,Red,Spain,"This Cab-Tempranillo blend was aged for 12 months in American oak. Red plum fruit is taut, and dotted with wood and eucalyptus accents. Though the wine's medium bodied, the almost-tart fruit and wood make it feel leaner. Would probably be at its best with a platter of Spanish cheese and some membrillo. —D.M.",Abadia,10,85,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1999 Abadia Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1999-abadia-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Raimat
13,Rose,Spain,"This rosé is a gorgeous, dark-rose hue, with strawberry, raspberry and vanilla aromas and flavors. Finishes with numbing, gravelly tannins. It's an on-the-porch-in-summertime, straightforward quaff, with earthy notes that keep the fruit on the right side of sweet. —D.M.",Vinedo No 5,15,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 2001 Vinedo No 5 Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-2001-vinedo-no-5-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2001,Señorío de Sarria
12.5,Red,Spain,"This 100% Tempranillo has good structure and a medium body, but its slightly sour red-fruit core isn't anything to get excited about. Thanks to American oak, seeped tea, woodsy tannins and peanut shell notes play key roles here. —D.M.",Crianza,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 1999 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-1999-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,El Coto
13.5,Red,US,"Nice, simple Cabernet, with proper varietal flavors and a dusting of oak. Dry, balanced and supple in the mouth, without much depth or complexity. —S.H.",,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Clos du Bois
13,Red,South Africa,"This is pleasant, but the fruit lacks depth. Aromas and flavors of cherry, leather, cedar and menthol sweeten the deal. Finishes with herbed meat and a hint of melon rind.",,16,85,Stellenbosch,,,De Meye 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meye-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,De Meye
13,White,South Africa,"This is a simple, easygoing wine with hallmark aromas and flavors of citrus and fresh herbs. The notes of durum and meat juices are especially  interesting. —K.F.",Steen,8,85,Western Cape,,,KWV 2002 Steen Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2002-steen-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2002,KWV
,Red,US,"Here's a classic Paso Robles red wine, big and fruity-sweet, with soft, gentle tannins and easy acids. Has a nice streak of cherry-berry flavor and a lush, supple mouthfeel. As tasty as it is, the panel felt it lacks spark and “fades too quickly on the finish.”",Reserve,16,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 1999 Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-1999-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1999,Castoro Cellars
12.5,Red,Spain,"Cream, nutmeg and vanilla aromas waft from the nose, and continue on to the palate, where they are joined by sturdy, unyielding red fruits. Light- to medium-bodied, with some woodsy tannins, it feels rustic in the mouth. A good party quaff in theory, but it isn't the fruit-forward, jammy wine that your guests might be expecting. May be at its best with cheese. —D.M.",Campo Viejo Crianza,9,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Artesanas 1998 Campo Viejo Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-artesanas-1998-campo-viejo-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,Bodegas Artesanas
13,White,South Africa,"Yellow nectarine and toffee aromas are accented by hints of banana and fresh green beans. The palate is similar, less the beans. Overall, it's crisp and fresh; finishes with nectarine, herbs and a hint of menthol. —K.F.",Reserve Estate Wine,9,85,Walker Bay,,,Wildekrans 2001 Reserve Estate Wine Chenin Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildekrans-2001-reserve-estate-wine-chenin-blanc-walker-bay/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Wildekrans
13.5,Red,US,"Generic Merlot, good, rich and full-bodied, without any noteworthy complexities. Berry and plum flavors drink dry, with pretty substantial tannins that need rich foods to cut through. —S.H.",,16,85,California,California Other,California,Estancia 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Estancia
13.6,Red,South Africa,"The nose on this is built of delicate cherry and red plum fruit with accents of light brown sugar and breadiness. The palate of the same cherry fruit is wrapped in endive, toast and dry herbs. —K.F.",,15,85,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,2000,Fleur Du Cap
12.5,Red,Spain,"On the nose, it offers briary, forest flavors and sweet plum fruit; the front of the palate has more plum, oak, plus a healthy dose of red berries. Had potential to be better than it was—this would have been a great bargain if it hadn't fallen flat on the back end. —D.M.",Dragón,8,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Berberana 2000 Dragón  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/berberana-2000-dragon-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Berberana
5.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This light, slightly fizzante wine displays a variety of floral aromas that range from apple blossom to gardenia  wrapped around a core of oranges and lemons. Finish is short and sweet.",Bosc Dla Rei,12,85,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Beni di Batasiolo 2001 Bosc Dla Rei  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-2001-bosc-dla-rei-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2001,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,US,"Simple, one-dimensional and awkward, it opens with notes of tea, beets and beefsteak tomato. There are some berry flavors but the wine is lean and herbal. The tannins and acids are fine. —S.H.",,40,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Arger-Martucci 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Arger-Martucci
13,Red,Spain,"Between this Tempranillo's dry tannins and herbaceous flavors, your tongue just may go numb. Still, there are nice, dark flavors underneath it all—black fruit, mocha, maybe even some chocolate. Finishes with oak and herb accents. —D.M.",Crianza,20,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Carmelo Rodero 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carmelo-rodero-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Bodegas Carmelo Rodero
13,White,South Africa,"Produced by South Africa's Michael Back, flying winemaker Zelma Long and her winegrower husband Phillip Freese under the Simunye label, this wine displays simple aromas of warmed peas, cardamom and sweet cream. The palate and finish are couched in herbs and delicate citrus, with accents of sweet grass. —K.F.",Simunye,17,85,Coastal Region,,,Zelphi Wines 2001 Simunye Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zelphi-wines-2001-simunye-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Zelphi Wines
13.5,White,South Africa,"On the nose, the fresh herbs so typical of Fairview's other recent efforts appear in the form of hay and fresh peas. The palate offers citrus rind and toast; the finish is grassy. This displays good weight and soft acids. —K.F.",,10,85,Coastal Region,,,Fairview 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2002-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Fairview
,Red,US,"Another wine with a wide range of scores. Some praised its rich, mouthfilling texture and complex flavors of berries, stone fruits and green olives. Others found the tannins  rasping, with a too-short finish. This is a wine, though, with a history of improving in the cellar.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 2000 Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2000-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Pedroncelli
14.5,Red,South Africa,"This wine, produced by Darling Cellars, features a meaty nose of black cherry and cinnamon toast that leads to red plum and white pepper on the palate. Tannins are there, but the acidity isn't. The cinnamon finish is accompanied by bitter herbs. —K.F.",,20,85,Groenekloof,,,Onyx 2000 Shiraz (Groenekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onyx-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-groenekloof/,Shiraz,2000,Onyx
14,White,South Africa,"Buttered toast, radicchio and durum flour on the nose are complimented by honey and grapefruit flavors on the palate. Through to the toasty finish, the acids ride just under the radar; oak adds some spice. —K.F.",,10,85,Franschhoek,,,Pine Crest 2001 Chenin Blanc (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-crest-2001-chenin-blanc-franschhoek/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Pine Crest
,Red,US,"From a warm part of Salinas Valley, but not warm enough to completely ripen the grapes this vintage. There are aromas and flavors of bell peppers, sage and green tomatoes. Tannins are fine, acids are crisp. —S.H.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Ventana
,Red,US,"A workaday red wine, not bad for the price. Dark in color, with herbal, olive and mushroom aromas and flavors backed up by blackberry and plum. Smooth and long in the mouth, with some richness. Fairly tannic on the finish. —S.H.",Vintner's Collection,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sterling 2000 Vintner's Collection Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2000-vintners-collection-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2000,Sterling
12,White,South Africa,"Lovely popcorn and toast aromas whet the appetite for the thin, cool lemon flavors accented by spice. The finish shows the popcorn, plus an herbal tang. —K.F.",,22,85,Stellenbosch,,,Lanzerac 1999 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanzerac-1999-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1999,Lanzerac
12,White,South Africa,"Aromas of stone fruit, lemon candy, fresh-mown hay and toffee meet on a  lightweight palate that is rife with flinty citrus. The finish has quite an herbal streak that borders on spearmint. —K.F.",Estate Wine,8,85,Walker Bay,,,Wildekrans 2002 Estate Wine Sauvignon Blanc (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildekrans-2002-estate-wine-sauvignon-blanc-walker-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Wildekrans
13,Red,Spain,"The nose is unusual, offering soil, eucalyptus and barbecue marinade aromas. Ripe red fruit is front-loaded on the palate, with the midpalate and finish showing more oak accents than fruit. Chalky tannins add texture to the otherwise lightweight mouthfeel. —D.M.",,21,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,El Vinculo 1999 Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-vinculo-1999-red-mancha/,Red Blend,1999,El Vinculo
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A toasty, earthy nose also carries a note of rice cereal. This is countered on the palate with thin fruit and bites of menthol and char. Although tannins are strong, the fruit and midpalate lacks weight and depth. —K.F.",Cyril Back Shiraz,20,85,Paarl,,,Fairview 2000 Cyril Back Shiraz Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-2000-cyril-back-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,2000,Fairview
12.5,Red,Spain,"Bouncy plum fruit is tempered by oak and earth; a medium body, and an easy-on-the-wallet price tag make this Garnacha Vieja a good choice for your next BYOB gathering. Finishes with more oak and tart cherry flavors. 33,000 cases produced. —D.M.",Campo de Camarena,9,85,Central Spain,Mentrida,,Cooperativo San Isidro 2001 Campo de Camarena Garnacha (Mentrida),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativo-san-isidro-2001-campo-camarena-grenache-garnacha-mentrida/,Garnacha,2001,Cooperativo San Isidro
,Red,South Africa,"Aromas and flavors of red plum, caramel and toast, with accents of cherry. Dried herbs and cinnamon fill out the finish. The acids are a bit spritzy, then settle down. —K.F.",DC,22,85,Coastal Region,,,Darling Cellars 1999 DC Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darling-cellars-1999-dc-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,1999,Darling Cellars
,Red,US,"There's lots to like in this easy drinking wine, although it's a bit pricy for the quality. Tasters found the fruity flavors light but tasty, while the tannins are not a problem. It's also an oaky wine, but the smooth, gentle texture is pleasant.",Reserve,25,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 1999 Reserve Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1999-reserve-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,1999,Boeger
13.9,Red,Spain,"This Valencian Monastrell, with its juicy, mixed black and red fruit, had potential to be something better than it is. On the front end, it offers cream, caramel and blackberry aromas. The wine is mouthfilling though rather simple; its appreciable fruit falls off on the back end. At the very least shows that Valencia's a region to watch in future vintages. —D.M.",Los Monteros Crianza,11,85,Levante,Valencia,,Bodegas Murviedro 2000 Los Monteros Crianza Monastrell (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-murviedro-2000-los-monteros-crianza-mourvedre-monastrell-valencia/,Monastrell,2000,Bodegas Murviedro
13.5,White,South Africa,"A quick hint of herby char on the nose is followed by buttered toast that extends to the delicate flavors of stonefruit and citrus peel. This comes off semi-viscous but clean, with a short, lemony finish. —K.F.",,10,86,Stellenbosch,,,Zonnebloem 2000 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonnebloem-2000-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2000,Zonnebloem
13.5,Red,Spain,"Smells like Christmas, with holly and candied plum wafting from the nose. Medium-bodied, it has a plum and cherry core, with flavors just this side of tangy. Rustic tannins and barbecue-char notes round out the finish. Try with chorizo. —D.M.",Cartoixa Reserva,22,86,Catalonia,Priorat,,Scala Dei 1998 Cartoixa Reserva Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scala-1998-cartoixa-reserva-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1998,Scala Dei
12.5,Red,Spain,"Rough-and-ready, with gravelly tannins, there's lots of red plum fruit in this Tempranillo. Meaty, toasty aromas and flavors add a rustic aspect; this baby is just begging to be paired with stew. —D.M.",,11,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vega de Castilla 2000  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-castilla-2000-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Vega de Castilla
13.5,Red,Spain,"“Like lo-fi Syrah,” was my first impression of this Merlot's juicy blackberry core. It's drinkable now, medium-bodied, petite, easy and bouncy. Nutty, oaky notes punctuate the finish. —D.M.",Atrium,15,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2001 Atrium Merlot (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-atrium-merlot-penedes/,Merlot,2001,Torres
12.5,Red,Spain,"Fry up the chorizo—here's an easy, rustic, Tuesday-night drinker that's perfect with Spanish sausage or even paella. This Tempranillo offers a host of red fruit (raspberry, plum, cherry) on the palate, plus a hefty dose of oak. Oak-derived vanilla, cream and caramel notes start things off. —D.M.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Griñon 2000  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-2000-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,Marques de Griñon
,Red,US,"Tasters enjoyed the solid credentials of this vibrantly fruity wine. We found a melange of blackberry, cherry and plum flavors, with some earthy, herbal undertones, as well as supple tannins. A few reviewers said a stubbornly vegetal streak kept the wine from scoring higher.",Reserve,25,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 1999 Reserve Petite Sirah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-1999-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Concannon
13.5,White,South Africa,"Buttered toast and cream aromas lead the way to toast, lemon and a hint of hay on the palate. The finish is lemony, with crisp acids and a sweet herbal streak at the back end. —K.F.",Lesca,16,86,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2002 Lesca Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2002-lesca-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2002,De Wetshof
14,White,South Africa,"The caramel and sugared lemon aromas and flavors of this wine are sweet, and although clean, the mouthfeel is somewhat viscous.",Sans Barrique,18,86,Overberg,,,Bouchard Finlayson 2001 Sans Barrique Chardonnay (Overberg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-finlayson-2001-sans-barrique-chardonnay-overberg/,Chardonnay,2001,Bouchard Finlayson
13.5,White,South Africa,"This simple wine's anchor is its solid acidity. The stonefruit, spice and dried herb aromas and flavors are pleasant, down to the herb-tinged finish. —K.F.",Darling Hills Road,13,86,Coastal Region,,,Groote Post 2002 Darling Hills Road Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groote-post-2002-darling-hills-road-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2002,Groote Post
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Nose offers loam, button mushroom, dry leather and rhubarb aromas. The palate is slimmer, with light fruit and leather that carries over to the lightly toasted finish. Simple and straightforward, but good. —K.F.",,16,86,Paarl,,,Landskroon 2000 Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landskroon-2000-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,2000,Landskroon
13,Red,Spain,"Blackberry and raspberry aromas suggest that the fruit to follow will be pleasing; mouthfeel is round and juicy, almost big. But there's a heavy dose of char here that buries the palate's plum fruit. The same juicy fruit peeks out from under the char on the finish. —D.M.",,13,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Carmelo Rodero 2000  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-carmelo-rodero-2000-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Bodegas Carmelo Rodero
,Red,France,"The most tannic and structured of the chateau's reds, this is maybe a touch too tannic. The nose is a gorgeous array of red fruits blended with hints of chocolate, but the tannins are cause for concern. Drink young for the fruit, or hold and hope that the tannins soften before the fruit fades.",Clos de Chenes Premier Cru,37,86,Burgundy,Volnay,,Château de Meursault 1999 Clos de Chenes Premier Cru  (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-meursault-1999-clos-de-chenes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château de Meursault
13,White,Spain,"Plump yellow fruit comprises the backbone of this Viura; sweet, musky-floral aromas and flavors add interest. Medium-bodied; yellow fruit, mineral and resin bat cleanup. —D.M.",Blanco Seco,20,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Monopole 2001 Blanco Seco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monopole-2001-blanco-seco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2001,Monopole
12.5,Red,South Africa,"Cedar, leather, black plum and meat juice aromas are contradicted on the palate by tart red fruit and stemminess. A bit of air brings leather and medium char, but the greenery on the finish is a tad bitter. It's Cabernet all right, but lacks some of the richness associated with the varietal.",Winemaker's Selection,18,86,Stellenbosch,,,Hoopenburg 1998 Winemaker's Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoopenburg-1998-winemakers-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hoopenburg
,Red,US,"Another controversial wine. It received among the highest and lowest scores. Some raved over its rich array of berry and stone fruit flavors, and its lush mouthfeel, while others felt the tannins and acids were out of whack. Everyone agreed it was easy to drink.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sable Ridge 2000 Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sable-ridge-2000-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Sable Ridge
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A simple aroma and flavor package of endive, eucalyptus, fresh herbs, ripe red plum, sweet raspberries, coffee, and light toast. A simple, well balanced blend for anytime.",Classique,20,86,Coastal Region,,,Rupert & Rothschild 1999 Classique Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rupert-rothschild-1999-classique-red-coastal-region/,Red Blend,1999,Rupert & Rothschild
13,White,Spain,"Round and resinous in the mouth, there's nothing not to like about this innocuous, easy-drinking Chardonnay. With soft yellow fruit and a creamy-custardy overlay, this is the appropriate “white wine” selection for large parties.—D.M.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 2001 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-2001-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2001,Señorío de Sarria
13.5,Red,Spain,"Easy-drinking and smooth, this standard-issue Cab offers black plum and earth flavors from palate through to finish. Earth, oak and nutty aromas start things off. A good (and economical) introduction to northern Spain's Cabernets. —D.M.",,12,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Señorío de Sarria 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-sarria-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-navarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Señorío de Sarria
12,White,South Africa,"The miniscule bubbles rising from the bottom of the glass, paired with cleansing acidity, make for a slightly spritzy wine. Classic citrus flavors and aromas are accented by the scent of a freshly mown field. —K.F.",Estate Wine,13,86,Paarl,,,Seidelberg 2002 Estate Wine Sauvignon Blanc (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seidelberg-2002-estate-wine-sauvignon-blanc-paarl/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Seidelberg
13.7,Red,South Africa,"Appealing aromas of currants, dates and nutmeg accent those of red plum, currant and toast, which carry to the palate. The fruit is pleasant, if simple, with a greenish tinge to the finish. —K.F.",,25,86,Paarl,,,Scali 1999 Pinotage (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scali-1999-pinotage-paarl/,Pinotage,1999,Scali
,Red,US,A wine that tasters disagreed on. Some found it odd. with a cooked quality. Others liked the raspberry and cherry flavors and long finish. Readers will probably also be split in their reactions.,Estate Vineyard Old Vine Block SC,29,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Clayton 1999 Estate Vineyard Old Vine Block SC Petite Sirah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clayton-1999-estate-vineyard-old-vine-block-sc-petite-sirah-central-valley-lodi/,Petite Sirah,1999,Clayton
13,Red,Spain,"Start and finish, this reserva has some serious barnyardy, earthy elements—and that's a good thing. The palate's generic red fruit and herb flavors, though, didn't make as much of an impression on me. The wine is mouthfilling, bu the flavors don't quite flesh out the frame. —D.M.",Vina Real Reserva,29,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,CVNE 1996 Vina Real Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cvne-1996-vina-real-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,CVNE
,Red,US,"There's lots of pretty flavor in this ripe wine, with blackberry and currant notes and a rich overlay of oak. Tannins are dry and fine, with a round, supple texture. On the minus side is an herbal greenness that comes from stalks or unripe berries. —S.H.",,23,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos La Chance 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Clos La Chance
13.5,White,South Africa,"Enticing aromas of tropical fruit, toast and canned peas herald fresh pineapple, lime and herb flavors. Good acids and a little heat spice up the herby finish. Not a deep wine, but still a good value. —K.F.",Durbanville Hills,12,86,Durbanville,,,Durbanville Hills 2002 Durbanville Hills Sauvignon Blanc (Durbanville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durbanville-hills-2002-sauvignon-blanc-durbanville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Durbanville Hills
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Scents of greens and baked acorn squash are tinged with gaminess, while the palate offers unsweetened tea, red plums, and an odd note of MSG. This finishes with a not unpleasant vegetal ray. —K.F.",,11,86,Goudini,,,Du Preez Estate 2000 Shiraz (Goudini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preez-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-goudini/,Shiraz,2000,Du Preez Estate
14,Red,South Africa,"Radicchio, toast and mushroom aromas meld with delicate black fruit flavors and green herbs that carry to the finish. This wine seems  simple, almost stark; wants more complexity. —K.F.",,16,86,South Africa,,,De Meye 2000 Shiraz (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meye-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz/,Shiraz,2000,De Meye
13,Red,Spain,"This Bobal-based wine shows Utiel-Requeña's potential, though it is further evidence that the region has a way to go before it is on par with Priorat or Rioja. Blackcurrant, chocolaty flavors are nice and smoldering, but drop off quickly on the finish. The mouthfeel leaves us with a similar “where's the rest?” feeling—admirable flavors, but not enough stuffing. Keep an eye out for this southeastern Spain D.O.—D.M.",Crianza,15,85,Levante,Utiel-Requena,,Coronilla 2000 Crianza Red (Utiel-Requena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coronilla-2000-crianza-red-utiel-requena/,Red Blend,2000,Coronilla
14,Red,South Africa,"The aromas of red plum, anise, leather, brown sugar and sawdust repeat on the palate with an herby edge. Endive and white pepper carry on the finish. The moderate balance makes for an easy-drinking experience anytime.",Cabernet-Pinotage,17,85,Stellenbosch,,,Clos Malverne 1998 Cabernet-Pinotage Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-malverne-1998-cabernet-pinotage-red-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Clos Malverne
7.5,White,Germany,"Strike flint on flint and you'll get a smoky aroma remarkably similar to the bouquet of this wine. Too bad flint on flint won't generate this kind of sweet pear nectar, pineapple and stone-fruit flavors. It's sweet, but there's sufficient acidity to carry the sugar. —J.C.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,18,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
,Red,Australia,"Considering this wine's flavor profile, it's easy to see how the words “landscape” and “earth” are part of its name. Meat, earth and briary aromas segue into more earthy goodness, plus some blackberry fruit, on the palate. Medium-bodied, it's an easy choice for those who value a dose of terroir with their fruit. —D.M.",Red Earth Shiraz,16,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Gullin Landscape 1999 Red Earth Shiraz Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gullin-landscape-1999-red-earth-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Gullin Landscape
7.5,White,Germany,"A light, racy auslese that coasts on taut, citrusy flavors, finishing long and juicy. It's lighter than most auslesen, but very focused and pretty. A pleasant surprise from this producer, and at a great price. Best Buy. —J.C.",Erdener Prälat Auslese,14,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2001 Erdener Prälat Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2001-erdener-pralat-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Graff
,Red,Australia,"This is an enjoyable, easy-to-drink Shiraz, medium-bodied and balanced. Offers soft red plum and cherry fruit, which is swathed in pleasing earth and oak flavors. An inviting bouquet of clay and sweet red and blueberry fruit kicks things off. —D.M.",,20,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Koonowla 2000 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koonowla-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Koonowla
,White,Germany,"A delicate wine, with crisp, light, pure fruit. It is fresh, vibrant and ready to drink now, without much suggestion of ageability. —R.V.",Kabinett,15,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2001 Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2001-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Vollrads
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is for Port lovers who want a soft, fruity style. Yet, despite these obvious attractions, there is a shot of dryness that suggests the wine could age—maybe over five years. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,19,86,Douro,,,Barros 1997 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barros-1997-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Barros
,White,US,"The fruity flavors are of lemons and limes, but there's a lot of French oak and lees on top of this barrel-fermented wine. It drinks full-bodied and rich, with a creamy mouthfeel. Very elegant, almost thick through the finish. —S.H.",Reserve,18,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
,White,US,"Comes down firmly on the grassy, lemony side, although these flavors are softened by partial barrel fermentation. The tart acidity has been tempered by partial malolactic fermentation. Still, it's a hard, clean wine with a brisk, citrusy finish. —S.H.",,14,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Silverado
12.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas of meat, toasted bread and molasses cover the prettier star anise and caraway wisps that accent thin strawberry and raspberry fruit. The red fruits and sweet spices show again on the palate. Tannins are smooth, if seemingly transparent. —K.F.",Old Winery,10,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 2001 Old Winery Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2001-old-winery-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Tyrrell's
14.5,Red,US,"An inky dark, unfiltered wine brimming with strong zinny flavors and bigtime tannins. The flavors are of dark fruits and berries, but are marred by raisiny, pruny notes from dehydrated berries. The finish is tough and tannic.",Luvisi Vineyard,34,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2000 Luvisi Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2000-luvisi-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Signorello
,White,Germany,"Starts off peppery and herbal on the nose, then settles down and displays tropical fruit on the palate, including nuances of mango and melon. An off-dry style that seems a bit light. —J.C.",Schloss Wallhausen Kabinett,16,85,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2001 Schloss Wallhausen Kabinett Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2001-schloss-wallhausen-kabinett-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Prinz Salm
,Red,US,"Somewhat herbal in the nose, with moderate body and mild tannic structure. The wine serves up earth tones followed by tea, sage, anise, sour cherry, toast and spice flavors. Clean on the finish.",Sable - Seneca Lake Estate Grown,13,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2000 Sable - Seneca Lake Estate Grown Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2000-sable-seneca-lake-estate-grown-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2000,Fox Run
13.5,Red,Australia,"The giveaway that this is Shiraz is the palate's caramelly accents. Otherwise, this wine is heavy on the cherry—and on the tart, lean side at that. Finishes with some fleshy plum and strawberry notes. —D.M.",Heathcote,25,85,Victoria,Heathcote,,Eppalock Ridge 1999 Heathcote Shiraz (Heathcote),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eppalock-ridge-1999-heathcote-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-heathcote/,Shiraz,1999,Eppalock Ridge
8,White,Germany,"Once past some sulfur on the nose, this wine opens up to show some delicate lime and green apple flavors. Finishes a bit short and lacking intensity, but very pretty, even if not terribly concentrated. —J.C.",Erdener Treppchen Spätlese,11,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2001 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2001-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Graff
13.5,Red,Australia,"The aromas are slightly peppery and green, leading one to anticipate some underripeness. However, there is no green to the palate, as raspberry rides high. The finish is full and round, if a bit flat. A bit of a candied quality mars the freshness and clarity. —M.S.",Classic Reserve,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2000 Classic Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2000-classic-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Angove's
13.5,Red,Australia,"Bright, mouthwatering acidity should be tempered with food. But the light aromas of brown sugar, mint and raspberry don't show a lot of depth; the thin, green raspberry flavors may not hold up. —K.F.",Selkirk,18,85,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bremerton 2000 Selkirk Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bremerton-2000-selkirk-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2000,Bremerton
14,Red,Australia,"Compost aromas blow off to reveal delicate, if thin, red cherry and toast. One-dimensional red fruit and a hint of green herb carry through the short, acidic finish. —K.F.",,36,85,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Petaluma 1999 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petaluma-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,1999,Petaluma
14,Red,Australia,"The cherry and dried herb flavors are bright, to say the least, and perhaps too piquant. Thankfully, a dash of earth brings these high-toned notes down a little. Offers cream, caramel and dark fruit on the nose. —D.M.",,20,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Penna Lane 2000 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penna-lane-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Penna Lane
13.5,Red,Australia,"Nicely perfumed, with full-blast aromas of root beer and cola. The palate is a bit foresty, with tree bark and peppery notes. The finish is the first place you notice overt oak, and it's kind of buttery and unintegrated. In Penfolds' stable of Shiraz, this is meant to be round, friendly and not too complicated. —M.S.",Thomas Hyland,18,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2000 Thomas Hyland Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2000-thomas-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Penfolds
14.6,White,US,"Quite typical of warm appellation Viognier, with juicy, ripe flavors of peaches, apricots and tropical fruits, and soft, flaccid acids and tannins. The flavors are very good but the absence of structure makes for a syrupy mouthfeel. Chill this wine very well.",Ripken Vineyard,19,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rosenblum 2001 Ripken Vineyard Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-ripken-vineyard-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2001,Rosenblum
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bottled unfiltered, Noval's LBV is dry in style, with concentrated fruit. With the fruit quality, it should be great, but it is spoiled by the brandy, which is too prominent, and by a layer of lean tannins. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2001,23,85,Douro,,,Quinta do Noval 1997 LBV Bottled 2001 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-1997-lbv-bottled-2001-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Quinta do Noval
15.2,White,US,"A bit soft, but with some pretty apple and citrus flavors and a pleasant spicy peppery taste. Fully dry, with a round, smooth texture. This is an easy sipping white wine.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2001-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,EOS
13.6,White,US,"Very dry, tart and grassy, a cool-climate white wine with flavors veering to grass and grapefruit. Refreshing acidity makes the palate feel very clean through the finish. —S.H.",,10,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2001-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Clos du Bois
,White,Germany,"Smoky and sulfury at first, with just a tiny bit of orange blossom coming through. But the flavors are better, pairing pears and lemons with notes of paraffin. Finishes tart; green apples make a brief appearance before fading. —J.C.",Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese,20,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Wagner 2001 Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-wagner-2001-ockfener-bockstein-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Wagner
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Feist is now a brand owned by Barros Almeida, but it has a history dating back to 1836. This LBV is immediately attractive, with perfumed aromas, and flavors of raisins and sweet fruits. It is not a wine for aging, with few tannins, but it makes a very pleasant drink. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,18,85,Douro,,,Feist 1997 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feist-1997-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Feist
13,Red,US,"This full-priced Bordeaux-style blend is a bit light on extract but features plenty of tree bark, leather and cola aromas. Some raspberry and cherry flavors work well on the balanced palate, and the finish is pleasant, if maybe a bit woody. Quite clean, lean and tangy, but expensive given its shallow depth. —M.S.",Merican,35,85,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1999 Merican Red (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1999-merican-red-pennsylvania/,Red Blend,1999,Chaddsford
13.5,Red,Australia,"A quaff-worthy Shiraz, starring plum, rhubarb and Sweet Tart flavors; feels big, but not rich, in the mouth. Nose is an odd blend of potting soil, ink and barnyard flavors. —D.M.",,18,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 2001 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2001,Simon Hackett
,White,US,"A fruity white wine, with the rich peach and pear flavors of Chardonnay, but the lean, crisp citrus character of Sauvignon Blanc. Seems to straddle the two profiles. The finish is dry and spicy.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Equus 2000 Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/equus-2000-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,2000,Equus
12.8,White,US,"Rich in lime and peach flavors, slightly sweetened with sugar, bu the acidity is fine and the wine straddles the line between dryish and off-dry. Has a pleasantly fruity, clean finish.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2001-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Montevina
,Red,US,"A good wine, dry and full-bodied, made in the Beringer style, namely, instantly drinkable and likeable. Has pleasant blackberry and cassis flavors. Pulled down a notch by some rough, tart notes and a hot, peppery finish. —S.H.",Founders' Estate,12,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2000 Founders' Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-founders-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Beringer
14.5,White,US,"Unusual interpretation of Viognier, a wine with strong and tart lemony flavors, like a crisp Sauvignon Blanc, but with floral and nectarine notes with a hit of dried thyme. Bone dry with good acids, a palate-cleansing wine that's a nice cocktail sipper.",Coastal Reserve,15,85,California,California Other,California,Callaway 2001 Coastal Reserve Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-2001-coastal-reserve-viognier-other/,Viognier,2001,Callaway
13,Red,Australia,"Forward aromas of fresh baked bread, pork and ripe red fruit are accented by salinity, cinnamon and white pepper. The fruit reads very sweet at palate entry, with meatiness and firm acidity throughout. —K.F.",,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Abbey Rock 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbey-rock-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Abbey Rock
8,White,Germany,"If you love the deep, earthy petroleum notes that Riesling can sometimes develop, you'll like this wine a lot. There's so much of that here—like the aroma of home heating oil—that it overwhelms the baked Golden Delicious apples that should have been the core of this wine. Still, if you like that style…. —J.C.",Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,12,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2001 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2001-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Graff
14.3,White,US,"Hardly a cookie-cutter wine; this one features sharp aromatics of white grapefruit and pineapple as well as some thistle. The mouthfeel is heavy, as are the flavors of orange, tangerine and banana. When all is said and done it tastes much like a Tropicana juice blend, maybe more so than it should. —M.S.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2000 Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2000-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2000,Wattle Creek
,Red,Australia,"The nose is herbal, bordering on piquant. There are also detectable notes of cherry and beet. The berry fruit that dominates the palate is mild, even slightly citrusy, at the edges. This isn't the most exciting wine you'll encounter, but it's beyond pedestrian and shouldn't disappoint by-the-glass drinkers and those with modest expectations. —M.S.",,12,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2000 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Wolf Blass
,Red,Australia,"Pleasing though simple, with red fruit, caramel-oak and earth flavors, with earth and black pepper notes on the nose. Medium-weight and bouncy; one reviewer found it a little too lactic.",,19,85,South Australia,Riverland,,Ellen Landing 2000 Shiraz (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ellen-landing-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-riverland/,Shiraz,2000,Ellen Landing
8.5,White,Germany,Good solid stuff with a bit of funk to keep things interesting. A cheesy note on the nose gives way to melon and sweet corn flavors and a tangy finish. —J.C.,Dr. L QbA,10,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Dr. L QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-l-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
13.3,Red,Australia,"Lean and focused in the mouth, with red fruit and caramel flavors. Both the bouquet and the finish, however, show touches of plastic or resin. —D.M.",,28,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2000 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Craneford
13,Red,Australia,"The bouquet is confusing: There's mushroom, peanut, root beer and bramble bush—but hardly any fruit. Then in the mouth it goes fruity and snappy, offeringthe essence of cranberry and other red berries. The finish has length to it, but all in all it's basically a simple wine without a lot of individuality. —M.S.",Brokenback,24,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 1999 Brokenback Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-1999-brokenback-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Tyrrell's
,White,Germany,"Flavors of candy and sweet fruits mark this rather one-dimensional wine. There is some acidity, but it is masked by sweetness. —R.V.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,11,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitt Söhne 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Schmitt Söhne
13.5,Red,Australia,"Gaminess, thin cherry and light toast aromas meet tart red fruit and woody flavors. The acidity is good and firm, while the finish is tinged with cranberry and red plum. —K.F.",,23,85,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Starvedog Lane 1999 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starvedog-lane-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,1999,Starvedog Lane
,White,US,"Strongly fruity, packed with so much tree fruit and wildflower flavor it will swamp many foods. In fact, it's over the top with the relentless flood of peach, apricot, pear, honeysuckle, lemon sherbert and vanilla flavors. Fortunately, the wine is fully dry. May be best enjoyed on its own as a cocktail wine.",,28,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rosenblum 2000 Marsanne (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-marsanne-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Marsanne,2000,Rosenblum
,White,Germany,"Simple apple and citrus fruit in a snappy, fresh package. The sugar is a little high for use as an apéritif, so chill it down and serve it at your next picnic. —J.C.",Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese,13,85,Rheinhessen,,,Heinrich Seebrich 2001 Niersteiner Hipping Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heinrich-seebrich-2001-niersteiner-hipping-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Heinrich Seebrich
13.5,White,US,"Fruity, slightly sweet and simple, with ripe flavors of citrus, fig, melon and spices. Drinks crisp and clean, with a spicy, fruity finish. Try with fruity salsa toppings. —S.H.",Reserve,13,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Barefoot Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine offers grapy, dark fruit with a touch of dry earth and an aroma of buttered toast. The acidity and fruit are balanced, but lack the structure that more noticeable tannins would provide. Best Buy. —K.F.",,7,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2002 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2002,Yellow Tail
8.5,White,Germany,"Grapefruit and earth combine in this hard, difficult wine that needs to be paired with the right dishes to succeed. There's no doubting its intensity and earthy concentration or its long, minerally finish, it's just not as open and friendly as so many of the other wines from this vintage. —J.C.",Roxheimer Berg Spätlese,26,86,Nahe,,,Prinz Salm 2001 Roxheimer Berg Spätlese Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prinz-salm-2001-roxheimer-berg-spatlese-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Prinz Salm
14.5,White,US,"A strong, eccentric wine that will not be to everyone's liking.  For starters, it's very smoky and oaky, and also very leesy, which lends sour cream notes to the underlying apricot, peach and citrus flavors. A creamy texture from barrel fermentation leads to a spicy finish.",Rodney's Vineyard,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rosenblum 2001 Rodney's Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-rodneys-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2001,Rosenblum
,White,Germany,"A sturdy, strong-boned wine with apple and grapefruit aromas that give way to flavors suggestive of unripe melons and peaches. Tastes dry, ending on a mild citrus note. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Halbtrocken,35,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Halbtrocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-halbtrocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
13,White,Chile,"A fresh and racy wine, and a good choice for an apéritif. Clean, lemon and grapefruit flavors are at its core, and are dusted with nice mineral notes. Fermented in stainless steel. Best Buy.",Estate,7,86,Central Valley,,,MontGras 2002 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2002-estate-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,MontGras
13,Red,Chile,Fruit is mostly cherry and red berries; herbs accent the fruit from beginning to end. Mocha and briary notes add interest on the nose.,Reserva - Estate Bottled,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 1999 Reserva - Estate Bottled Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-1999-reserva-estate-bottled-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,MontGras
10,White,Germany,"Some sulfurous aromatics dampen the nose, but you can still pick up high-toned scents of green apple, citrus and mint. The flavors are crystal-clear, but a bit simple, revolving around lime candy. Lighter and cleaner than some other spätlesen this vintage, it should age better as a result. —J.C.",Forster Jesuitengarten Spätlese,26,86,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2001 Forster Jesuitengarten Spätlese Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2001-forster-jesuitengarten-spatlese-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan
14.5,White,US,"Lots of forward fruit notes of white peach, with floral scents like buttercups and spicy vanilla. Very flavorful, dry and rich, just filled with ripe fruit. Good acidity balances it out. The finish snaps to a quick end, leaving behind a clean palate.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Equus 2000 Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/equus-2000-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,2000,Equus
8,White,Germany,"Fairly soft and sweet, featuring Golden Delicious apples and cinnamon. Could use more cut and focus, but it's still an enjoyable drink for those who like them sweet. —J.C.",Piesporter Michelsberg Auslese,14,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2001 Piesporter Michelsberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2001-piesporter-michelsberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Graff
,Red,Australia,"The fruit here is fleshy and red, which gives the wine an unexpected softness. Easy earth, mocha and oak notes round out this wine, The Dead Arm's baby sister. One to drink now rather than hold. —D.M.",The Footbolt,18,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2000 The Footbolt Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2000-the-footbolt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,D'Arenberg
13.5,Red,Australia,"Lightweight and easy drinking, this opens with aromas of grilled meat, toast and raspberries. The balanced palate offers plenty of red fruit, while the finish tastes of buttered rum and meat juices. Best Buy. —K.F.",,7,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Cockatoo Ridge 2000 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockatoo-ridge-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Cockatoo Ridge
13,White,US,"Soft, simple, fruity and pleasant. That about sums up this carefree wine, with its juicy peach, citrus and flowery flavors. It drinks just off-dry, with a creamy, honeyed mouthfeel and finish. —S.H.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2001-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Buttonwood Farm
9.5,White,Germany,"Although interesting and ultimately a good wine, this one's a little tough to warm up to. Start with the slightly musky aromas, then the slightly sour flavors. Finish with tart, malic acidity. But put these pieces all together and the result is a focused, crisp wine that would cut wonderfully through the fat of a pork roast. —J.C.",Erbacher Steinmorgen Kabinett,14,86,Rheingau,,,Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 Erbacher Steinmorgen Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-zu-knyphausen-2001-erbacher-steinmorgen-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Baron zu Knyphausen
,Red,US,"Good example of a Zin that maintains balance between riper cherry and berry flavors and greener stalky notes. The former yield richness and pleasure. The latter add an herbal, tart element. The wine is fully dry, with good balance and soft tannins.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 2000 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Lake Sonoma
13.5,Red,Australia,"Mint leaves and young sage do well to cover the aromas of wilted greens, with plenty of caramel, toast and grape jelly that extend to the palate. The finish is tinged with herbal qualities and white pepper. —K.F.",,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Bulletin Place
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas of cut flowers and cherry fruit hidden by a veneer of toast and a certain medicinal quality leave off at the palate, where pretty cherry fruit and a lean back end foretell of a slim cherry finish. Delicate, with firm acids. —K.F.",,28,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Paracombe 1999 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paracombe-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,1999,Paracombe
13,Red,Australia,"Offers jammy red-raspberry aromas, sweet red-fruit flavors and a juicy finish. A good, simple wine. Best Buy. —C.S.",Black Label,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McGuigan 2000 Black Label Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2000-black-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,McGuigan
,White,Chile,"The panel was divided on their opinions about this wine—some liked it better than theEstate Sauvignon. Advocates found it ripe and round, with smoke and pink grapefruit aromas. Naysayers found a green bean note and a lackluster mouthfeel. One to try for yourself. 5,000 cases produced.",Reserve,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,MontGras 2002 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2002-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,MontGras
12.5,White,Germany,"Smoky and pungent, this wine features hints of diesel fumes and apricot in the bouquet. It's less flamboyant on the palate, where the flavors favor green apples, hard stone fruits and mint. —J.C.",Wachenheimer,14,86,Pfalz,,,J.L. Wolf 2001 Wachenheimer Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-wolf-2001-wachenheimer-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,J.L. Wolf
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Roederer Champagne-owned Ramos Pinto has gone for a young style of LBV, exhibiting ripe fresh fruit. Flavors of dark plums and blackberries give it exuberance. Age for five years, but it is drinkable now. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,18,86,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 1998 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-1998-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1998,Ramos-Pinto
,White,Germany,"Ripe, simple fruits with some nice acidity and flavors of white currants from ungrafted vines in the famed Sonnenuhr vineyard. The wine is soft and sweet, light and fresh. —R.V.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,14,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitt Söhne 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Schmitt Söhne
12.3,Red,Australia,"The nose has a malty, mocha quality to it along with some root beer and cola. The mouthfeel is crisp, while flavors of cherry pop in fairly full force. The finish is pretty standard as it deviates very little from the palate. As a whole it's good and tasty but not overwhelming. —M.S.",,24,86,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Frog Rock 1999 Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frog-rock-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mudgee/,Shiraz,1999,Frog Rock
,White,Germany,"A rich, easy wine with ripe currants and a touch of cranberries which give a good balance and easy drinkability. Soft acidity goes along with the easy, soft fruit. —R.V.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,18,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitt Söhne 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Schmitt Söhne
,White,Germany,"Flavors of grapefruit and crisp green fruits lie above sweet, soft acidity. This is a clean wine, with a touch of lightness and delicacy. —R.V.",Ayler Kupp Auslese,14,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitt Schenk 2001 Ayler Kupp Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-schenk-2001-ayler-kupp-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Schmitt Schenk
,White,Germany,"If you are a fan of oily, dieselly character in your Riesling, you'll like this more than I've rated it here. It's intensely mineral, like you've sprinkled powdered rock over Macintosh apples, and has an oily texture that contrasts with the crispness and delineation in so many other Rieslings from this vintage. —J.C.",Wachenheimer Altenburg Spätlese,32,86,Pfalz,,,Josef Biffar 2001 Wachenheimer Altenburg Spätlese Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-biffar-2001-wachenheimer-altenburg-spatlese-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,Josef Biffar
8,White,Germany,"Like many of the Graff wines, this one is on the light side, but does feature some pretty aromas of talcum powder, chalk dust and fresh limes. Citrusy flavors turn to grapefruit on the mildly peppery finish. —J.C.",Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese,15,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2001 Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2001-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Graff
12.8,Red,US,"If you can handle the pounding aromas of barrel char and spice, which is akin to southern BBQ, then you should like this ripe, well-balanced Cabernet from New York. The palate is substantial, with plum and cherry flavors and a chewy mouthfeel. The finish is multilayered and spicy, and diggers will find some depth and secondary characteristics. —M.S.",Owner's Reserve,45,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 1999 Owner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-1999-owners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
14,White,US,"Lots to like in this simple, flavorful wine, with its pretty citrus and apple flavors and crisp bite of acidity. Could use more concentration and depth, but the wine is versatile and friendly. —S.H.",La Ribera Vineyards,12,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 2001 La Ribera Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2001-ribera-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Husch
,White,Germany,"The only “sweet” wine this producer made in 2001, this spätlese is still fairly dry, showing diesel and oil shale aromas. Mineral and lime-citrus flavors provide cut and focus, but this is a wine for lovers of mineral flavors, not for fans of fruit. —J.C.",Scharzhofberger Spätlese,30,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Van Volxem 2001 Scharzhofberger Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-volxem-2001-scharzhofberger-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Van Volxem
13,Red,Australia,"The nose is flowery and quite out of the ordinary. Flavors of sweet blackberry make for a ripe palate, while the finish is heavier than most, with pronounced woody notes coming on late in the game. It's a thick wine that toes the line of balance. Yet amid all the richness there is some necessary nuance and complexity—just not very much. —M.S.",,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,UBET 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ubet-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,UBET
13,Red,Australia,"On both  the nose and palate are red plums, toasted pumpernickel and grilled meat. Accents of caraway and white pepper lend spice to a medium-length finish. Seems a natural match for seared tuna or swordfish steaks. Best Buy. —K.F.",Moore's Creek,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2001 Moore's Creek Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2001-moores-creek-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Tyrrell's
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A very soft, sweet easy style of wine, with raisins and forward, mature fruit flavors. Produced by a firm whose Port reputation lies in its aged tawny Ports, this is almost like a young, fruity tawny in style. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2001,34,86,Douro,,,Ferreira 1997 LBV Bottled 2001 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-1997-lbv-bottled-2001-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Ferreira
,White,US,"Just what the doctor ordered in an affordable, fruity white wine. Opens with pleasant flavors of peaches and citrus fruits, and is just a little bit sweet, with a rich, honeyed finish. —S.H.",Founders' Estate,11,86,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2001 Founders' Estate Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-founders-estate-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Beringer
14,Red,Australia,"Bendigo is a subappellation of Victoria, approximately 100 miles north of Melbourne. This medium-bodied Shiraz is quaffable, even though its price may not encourage spontaneous purchase. Blueberries and sweet cream waft from the nose, while the fruit on the palate is redder, and more tart than sweet. —D.M.",,25,86,Victoria,Bendigo,,Balgownie Estate 2000 Shiraz (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balgownie-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bendigo/,Shiraz,2000,Balgownie Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"Starts mute, but aromas build to butterscotch, cranberry and raisin scone. This really takes shape on the palate, with summer-ripe raspberry, white pepper and grilled meats. Finishes with a note of sweet green herbs. Best Buy. —K.F.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Alice White
12.8,White,Australia,,,20,86,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Frog Rock 1999 Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frog-rock-1999-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,1999,Frog Rock
13.5,Red,Australia,"High-toned black- and blueberry fruit, with distinctive eucalyptus overtones, play on the bouquet. Ditto on the palate, where nice earthy notes thankfully keep the brightness in check. As a package, the wine tastes a little stylized, even confected, as though it's been manipulated to death. Even the stellar 1998 vintage didn't measure up to its hefty price tag, which makes the '99 even less of a bargain. —D.M.",Eileen Hardy,85,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Hardys 1999 Eileen Hardy Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-1999-eileen-hardy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1999,Hardys
15.9,Red,Australia,This straight shooter opens with gamy meat and burned toast aromas. The palate shows solid red plum and cherry fruit. It is this honest fruit combined with such good acids that make the nose forgivable. —K.F.,Somerville,70,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Paracombe 1997 Somerville Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paracombe-1997-somerville-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,1997,Paracombe
12,White,Germany,"Nutty and stony, this is a lean, dry wine built for the table, not for casual sipping. Limes and stone fruits finish with a quartz-like edge. —J.C.",Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstuck Spätlese Trocken,18,86,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2001 Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstuck Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2001-liebfrauenstift-kirchenstuck-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,P.J. Valckenberg
,White,US,"Nice, stylish white wine, with plenty of well-ripened citrus and melon fruit, and a rich overlay of toasty oak. Zesty acidity refreshes the palate. Finishes a bit sweet, with a palate-coating honeyed flavor. —S.H.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2001-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Simi
,Red,US,"An easy, quaffable Zin with pleasant berry and herb flavors and a fine finish. It's very dry and well-balanced, and has good acidity and nice, dusty tannins.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2000 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Kenwood
,White,Germany,"Creamy aromas. The fruit is fresh but light, with flavors of white currants and baked apples. High acidity suggests some ageability. —R.V.",Spätlese,25,86,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2001 Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2001-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Vollrads
,White,Germany,"Is that gardenia in the bouquet? It's floral in any event, combined with green apples and a hint of dried apricots. Flavors are pear and overripe peach; finishes soft. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,24,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
14.1,Red,Australia,"A flat-out strange but good wine, and a good selection if you're trying to stump your friends in a blind tasting. Standing out on the bouquet are earth and lanolin; juicy, red-plum fruit is tinged with a little rhubarb in the mouth. Medium-bodied, and not what you'd expect from Barossa Shiraz. —D.M.",,20,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Steve Hoff 2000 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steve-hoff-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Steve Hoff
9,White,Germany,"It's hard to get past a lingering burnt-matchstick quality on the nose, but once you do, there's a light, well-balanced wine with typical lime and green apple flavors. Picks up some minty overtones and a slight bitterness on the finish. —J.C.",Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese,20,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2001 Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2001-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,St. Urbans-Hof
8.5,White,Germany,"At 86 points, this wine may be underrated. It has those sorts of nuances and indescribable properties that often get overlooked in blind tastings, like balance, finesse and elegance. The flavors of nectarine and dried spices are supremely harmonious; nothing sticks out, which hurts it in a blind-tasting format, but should help it with a meal. —J.C.",Kaseler Nies'chen Kabinett,19,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2001 Kaseler Nies'chen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2001-kaseler-nieschen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
14,Red,Australia,"Deep aromas of baked black fruit and berry syrup come together on the hefty, very ripe nose. The palate is persistent and offers depth, but the fruit seems a tad overdone and murky. If richness and a soft texture are what you're after, then this wine will suffice. Just don't expect much acidity or complexity. —M.S.",Estate Bottled,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Estate Bottled Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Rosemount
,Red,US,"At three-plus years, this is still a young, tannic wine, filled with tart youthful acidity. It's not especially drinkable now, but there is a core of blackberry fruit that suggests aging. Try after 2007. —S.H.",Charles Wetmore Reserve,24,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 1999 Charles Wetmore Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1999-charles-wetmore-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wente
13,Red,US,"Quite herbal and earthy in the nose. On the palate the wine shows bright acidity, but an interesting blend of sage, blackberry, bay leaf, anise, menthol and tea flavors. Tannins are soft and the finish is moderate in length.",Vintner's Pride Encore - Unfiltered - Estate Grown,29,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1998 Vintner's Pride Encore - Unfiltered - Estate Grown Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1998-vintners-pride-encore-unfiltered-estate-grown-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,1998,Pellegrini Vineyards
,Red,US,"From a warm vineyard in northern Alexander Valley, a dark wine, hot wine. The flavors veer into blackberries and other wild berries with a streak of tobacco and earth. It is very dry and a bit rough. Will benefit from a few years in the cellar.",Reserve Mazzoni Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2000 Reserve Mazzoni Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-reserve-mazzoni-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Kenwood
,Red,US,"More evidence of the spottiness of this vintage. Well-made and with good structural integrity due to a fine pedigree of tannins, but the blackberry flavors are diluted with herbal, green notes veering into chlorophyll. Not likely to improve, so drink now.",Jack London Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2000 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Kenwood
13,Red,Chile,"This wine is mostly Cabernet, with Merlot, Carmenère and Malbec making up the balance. (Useful factoid: The four colored stripes on the label represent each of the grapes—for example, Cabernet is red, Malbec is lavender—and the label stripes change every year, based on the amount of each grape that is used.) It offers black berry and cherry fruit on the palate and good length on the back end.",Quatro Reserva - Estate Bottled,13,86,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 1999 Quatro Reserva - Estate Bottled Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-1999-quatro-reserva-estate-bottled-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,1999,MontGras
14.5,Red,Australia,"Very dark, with cola and spiced-plum aromas. This big boy weighs in at 14.5%, and you can tell the moment it hits your palate. The flavor profile deals apple skins, plum, licorice and vanilla, while the back end is warm and overtly tannic. It's not your basic Shiraz, yet something seems missing, which proves that sometimes grand intentions aren't met. —M.S.",,28,86,Victoria,Rutherglen,,All Saints 1998 Shiraz (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/all-saints-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-rutherglen/,Shiraz,1998,All Saints
11,White,Germany,"Light and dry, with aromas of citrus and honey, and flavors reminiscent of nasturtium blossoms—floral and peppery. Grapefruit takes charge on the tart, clean finish. —J.C.",Nierstein Kabinett,14,86,Rheinhessen,,,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2001 Nierstein Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freiherr-heyl-zu-herrnsheim-2001-nierstein-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim
,White,Germany,"This regional blend is a solid quaff. Starts off with peach and pear aromatics, then turns less-ripe-tasting in the mouth, emphasizing fresh limes and green apples. Light, tart an clean, probably best as an apéritif. —J.C.",QbA,16,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2001 QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2001-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch)
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Delaforce has produced a dry style of LBV, with a light, elegant touch and freshness. Raisins, firm tannins and berry fruits all give the wine poise. Editors' Choice. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,17,86,Douro,,,Delaforce 1996 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-1996-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1996,Delaforce
10.5,White,Germany,"Fresh citrus—grapefruit and lemon—combine with powdered cinnamon and brown slate in this light, pleasantly tart offering that folds in peach and apple flavors on the finish. —J.C.",QbA,12,86,Rheingau,,,Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-zu-knyphausen-2001-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Baron zu Knyphausen
12,Red,Spain,"Nearly black in color, with a nose that pulses forth with tire rubber and later some lighter, more distant aromas of green vegetables. While there is a chocolaty sweetness to the cherry and cassis fruit, that same fruit has an alter ego, which is bell pepper. You taste the green mostly at the front of the palate and very late. In between is some richness and lots of extract.",,,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Avinyó 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avinyo-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Avinyó
,White,Germany,"Rich, toffee aromas, balance a touch of ripe, crisp acidity. The wine is soft, very rich initially with some toffee apple flavors. Intense acidity comes through to give it balance and poise. —R.V.",Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese,16,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2001 Johannisberger Klaus Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2001-johannisberger-klaus-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Schönborn
,White,Germany,"A long, grapefruity tang elegantly finishes out this dry offering, which starts off with damp earth and green apples before developing some spicy complexity on the midpalate. Lively acidity makes it a good apéritif candidate. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Trocken,35,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-trocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
,White,Germany,"Baked Golden Delicious apples spiked with clove and traces of vegetable oil are backed up by firm citrusy acids. Shows more delineation and focus than some of the other 2001 Pauly-Bergwiler efforts, but also less weight and a shorter finish. —J.C.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,18,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
13.9,Red,Australia,"Dried oak and barnyard aromas led to more juicy than fleshy flavors of red raspberries. Could have used more depth and structure, but an enjoyable wine nonetheless. —C.S.",Basket pressed,28,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 2000 Basket pressed Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-2000-basket-pressed-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Chateau Reynella
8,White,Germany,"Verges on being overly light, but in the end it delivers enough finely wrought flavor to be worthy of recommendation. Combines sweet sugary notes with leafy greens and floral elements, underlined by modest lime accents. Best Buy. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,12,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Graff
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Churchill Graham is the youngest of the Port shippers, established in 1981. The Churchill LBV is a traditional, unfiltered wine, which can age well. This wine has richness and sweetness tempered with a layer of dry tannins and concentration. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2001,21,87,Douro,,,Churchill's 1997 LBV Bottled 2001 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-1997-lbv-bottled-2001-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Churchill's
12.5,White,Germany,"Smells of ripe apples but tastes more like unripe peaches, with apple and citrus playing supporting roles. The lime-dominated finish is long, crisp and clean.",Forster Jesuitengarten Spätlese Trocken,30,87,Pfalz,,,J.L. Wolf 2000 Forster Jesuitengarten Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-wolf-2000-forster-jesuitengarten-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2000,J.L. Wolf
,Red,Australia,"Rich aromas of blackberries, licorice and toasted oak start it off, followed by cherry and plum flavors. This particular wine lacks that thick, oozing style common to Australian Shiraz; instead, it's fairly racy and agile, with lively acidity. As a result, it's probably best with food. —M.S.",Jennifer,34,87,South Australia,Padthaway,,Heathfield Ridge 1998 Jennifer Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathfield-ridge-1998-jennifer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,1998,Heathfield Ridge
13.5,Red,Australia,"The first take on the bouquet is one of funk and green herbs, but then it turns to black pepper and candle wax, which may be unconventional but is still attractive. The palate, meanwhile, delivers typical raspberry and cherry flavors, while both the finish and mouthfeel are simple but positive. —M.S.",,18,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2001 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2001,Beckett's Flat
,White,Germany,"Flavors of ripe sweet currants along with delicate, poised perfumed fruits, show a wine that has all the makings of a fresh, sweet wine. Currently, the yeasty flavors dominate. —R.V.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese,47,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2001 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2001-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Peter Nicolay
13.5,Red,Australia,"The bouquet is clean, offering a good mix of berries and oak. The palate drives forward with vital fruit and drying oak, while the finish is toasty, with vanilla coming on late. This wine is firm, balanced and tasty. At all check points it belies its value price.",,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Jacob's Creek
13,Red,Australia,"A very good wine, though nothing out of the ordinary, in terms of quality, for Barossa. Offers toasty oak and plum fruit on both nose and palate; finishes with herb and a calcium-mineral note. —D.M.",,20,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 2000 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Ross Estate
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The quinta of la Rosa is perched dramatically on the north bank of the Douro close to Pinhão. The house itself has great views of the river. This LBV is attractively fruity, with sweetness, generosity and soft tannins. Flavor of sweet chocolate and dried fruits make it very appealing. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,26,87,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 1997 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-1997-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Quinta de la Rosa
,White,Germany,"This is a rich wine, with red currant flavors and a touch of yeastiness. The sweetness and the weight make it unusual among normally lightly flavored kabinetts. —R.V.",Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett,30,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch) 2001 Bernkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-thanisch-2001-bernkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Thanisch)
12.5,White,Germany,"Just enough pear fruit pokes through the sheen of kerosene and other oily flavors to provide ample pleasure. It's still an intellectual exercise in mineral and petroleum more than a hedonistic thrill, but it's well made and worth seeking out if you like that sort of thing.",Ruppertsberger Gaisböhl Trocken,37,87,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 2001 Ruppertsberger Gaisböhl Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-2001-ruppertsberger-gaisbohl-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
11,White,Germany,"Straightforward baked apple and dried spice aromas and flavors combine pleasantly in this value-priced regional blend. It's weighty enough to work with food, sweetly balanced enough to work on its own, with a peppery bite to the finish. Best Buy. —J.C.",Baron Heyl Nierstein Spätlese,11,87,Rheinhessen,,,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2001 Baron Heyl Nierstein Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freiherr-heyl-zu-herrnsheim-2001-baron-nierstein-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim
14,Red,Australia,"Toast, vanilla and a slight nuttiness to the aromas are well balanced by red plum and light cherry flavors on the palate. An accent of char continues through the toasty finish, turning slightly herbal. —K.F.",Australian Old Vine Collection,75,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Gibson's BarossaVale 2000 Australian Old Vine Collection Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gibsons-barossavale-2000-australian-old-vine-collection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Gibson's BarossaVale
12,White,Germany,"Smells lush and tropical, offering up hints of banana, pear and pineapple, then turns crisper and cleaner, showing some sour apple notes. Light and fresher than the nose suggests, with a long, tangy finish. —J.C.",QbA,15,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Johannisberger 2001 QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-johannisberger-2001-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Johannisberger
,White,Germany,"Smells wonderful, like the most perfectly tree-ripened peaches. But the flavors are harder and less giving, with green apple and only a hint of peaches. Further aging may smooth it out. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,53,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
12,White,Australia,"Dry, tart, and electric in its intense acidity, this wine features pure, bright flavors of limes, grapefruits, gooseberries and vanilla. It's long on taste, and the acidic freshness carries the citrus flavors through a long finish. Best Buy. —S.H.",,10,87,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Reynolds 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2002-sauvignon-blanc-new-south-wales/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Reynolds
,White,Germany,"Soft fruit, aromas of fresh nuts, flavors of red currants and sweet blackberries all give this wine richness and softness. The acidity is attractive but needs a shot in the arm to give it real balance. —R.V.",Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese,21,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2001 Bernkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2001-bernkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Peter Nicolay
,White,Germany,"Almost dry-seeming (a conscious effort on the part of the importer), this wine is a great bargain. (Keep in mind you're getting 33% more than in a 750-ml bottle.) Although a bit quiet on the nose, the flavors are zippy and pure, blending limes and peaches with a minerally, graphite note and a chalky finish. Best Buy. —J.C.",Niersteiner Kabinett,13,87,Rheinhessen,,,J.u.H.A. Strub 2001 Niersteiner Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juha-strub-2001-niersteiner-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,J.u.H.A. Strub
9,White,Germany,"If the components meld more harmoniously with age, this rating may seem stingy, but for now there's a disconnect between the sweet flavors of baked pineapple and brown sugar and the hard, ungenerous mouthfeel. Perhaps it's just going though a tough stage in its evolution? —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,26,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,Red,US,"Only Gallo, who owns the brand, and a few others could pull off a Cabernet this good and affordable. It's got lovely varietal flavors of blackcurrants and a rich, gentle texture, and is well oaked. Dry and balanced, and with 78,000 cases made, it will be easy to find. Best Buy. —S.H.",Redwood Creek,8,87,California,California Other,California,Frei Brothers 2000 Redwood Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2000-redwood-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Frei Brothers
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Aromas of wild berry fruits immediately make this wine attractive. To taste, there are raisins and dried fruits along with lightweight soft fruits. The tannins come through to finish, leaving a pleasantly dry aftertaste. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,19,87,Douro,,,Croft 1997 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-1997-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Croft
13.5,White,US,"Big and blowsy aromas of litchi and candied citrus are typical of California Viognier, yet more individual are the flavors of apple, spiced lemon rind and pepper. With no one characteristic dominating, this is a wine that spreads itself all over the map. The finish is hefty, almost fat, while healthy acidity and a citrusy core keep it lively. —M.S.",Signet Collection,17,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2001 Signet Collection Viognier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2001-signet-collection-viognier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Viognier,2001,Beaulieu Vineyard
14,Red,Australia,"Hugely concentrated and purple in color, with tight, deep aromas of black plum and match stick. Powerful, with cassis and cherry fruit, while the finish is oaky, delivering vanilla and coffee. The wine's heavy weight and sharp acidity don't exactly match, but the overall impression is still positive. —M.S.",Verse 1,18,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Brookland Valley 2001 Verse 1 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brookland-valley-2001-verse-1-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2001,Brookland Valley
,White,Germany,"A lively, vibrant wine with balanced acidity and delicious crisp fruit. Flavors of lychees and hedgerow fruits leave a clean, refreshing aftertaste. —R.V.",Kabinett,10,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Schönborn 2001 Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-schonborn-2001-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Schönborn
11.5,White,Germany,"While the bouquet mixes exotic aromas of tropical fruit (guava?) with vanilla, the flavors are lean and focused, ranging from green apple to lemon and lime. It's dry, crisp and refreshing, a great apéritif wine at a great price. Best Buy. —J.C.",QbA Trocken,11,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schloss Saarstein 2001 QbA Trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-saarstein-2001-qba-trocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Saarstein
12,White,Germany,"Seems tough and ungenerous at first. Take some time to get to know this wine, and its prickly exterior melts away to yield the crisp, stony flavors of hard white peaches and a long, mouthwatering finish. —J.C.",Laubenheimer St. Remigiusberg Spätlese Trocken,23,88,Nahe,,,Tesch 2001 Laubenheimer St. Remigiusberg Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tesch-2001-laubenheimer-st-remigiusberg-spatlese-trocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Tesch
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz is mouthfilling, but stops short of the lushness that characterizes top-tier Shiraz. It's all about plum, earth and caramel from beginning to end; textbook Barossa Shiraz, yummy if not out of the ordinary. —D.M.",John Hancock,24,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Stanley Brothers 1999 John Hancock Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanley-brothers-1999-john-hancock-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Stanley Brothers
,White,Germany,"Fairly full-bodied for a Mosel Riesling, this dry wine starts off with peach, graphite and smoke aromas, but the flavors are peppery, finishing with tangy grapefruit and stone fruits. —J.C.",QbA trocken,19,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 QbA trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-qba-trocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is an almost black-colored wine, soft, ripe and very sweet. There are some soft, mature tannins, but the richness of the fruit and the sweetness dominate. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 1999,15,88,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 1995 LBV Bottled 1999 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-1995-lbv-bottled-1999-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1995,Ramos-Pinto
13.8,White,US,"This is an extremely grassy wine. It suggests hay, straw and juniper berry, with riper notes of honeydew and cantaloupe. It's very dry and tartly crisp. Lots of new, charry oak adds complexity and softening, and the wine has an interesting finish. —S.H.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2001-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Morgan
,White,Germany,"Refreshingly close to dry, this wine also layers earth and mineral notes atop crisp green apples and grapefuits. It's light, juicy and long, with a finish that leaves you thirsting for more. A fine apéritif. Best Buy. —J.C.",Ayler Kupp Kabinett,12,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Eilenz 2001 Ayler Kupp Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eilenz-2001-ayler-kupp-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Eilenz
14.5,Red,Australia,"Black plums, faint char, vanilla and rose stem aromas intensify on the palate, with the char taking on a more herbal note. Firm acidity is backed by fine, sandy tannins and dark fruit. Finishes with good length. —K.F.",Fuller's Barn,30,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hamilton's Ewell Vineyard 1999 Fuller's Barn Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamiltons-ewell-vineyard-1999-fullers-barn-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Hamilton's Ewell Vineyard
,Red,US,"Multifaceted on the nose, including eucalyptus, arugula, rose stems, dark chocolate, toast and a wisp of cherry. In the mouth, there are neat cocoa, earth and red berry flavors that finish a little lean.",,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,ZD
,White,Germany,"This is a light, fresh wine. fresh, Crisp appley aromas, light sweetness and pure, fresh fruit, are balanced with greeness. —R.V.",Berkasteler Badstube Kabinett,15,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Peter Nicolay 2001 Berkasteler Badstube Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-nicolay-2001-berkasteler-badstube-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Peter Nicolay
8,White,Germany,"So if this is the spätlese, shouldn't it be better than Pazen's kabinett from the same site? No, it doesn't always work that way. It's still very good, though, and worth seeking out for its ripe melon and pear fruit graced with notes of mint and fresh greens. —J.C.",Zeltinger Himmelreich Spätlese,18,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Pazen 2001 Zeltinger Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazen-2001-zeltinger-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Pazen
,White,Germany,"A famed name in German vineyards, the Reichartshausen vineyard is close to the banks of the Rhine. Poised, light and fresh, with a touch of yeastiness at present, this is a lovely, light wine that will develop with age. —R.V.",Schloss Reichartshausen Kabinett,14,88,Rheingau,,,Balthasar Ress 2001 Schloss Reichartshausen Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balthasar-ress-2001-schloss-reichartshausen-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Balthasar Ress
,White,Germany,"With 24 hectares of vineyard holdings, Kruger-Rumpf is the largest landholder in Terry Thiese's impressive portfolio. The 2001 Rheinberg kabinett smells smoky, showing plenty of mineral notes atop a base a Golden Delicious apples. A lively tartness carries the finish. —J.C.",Münsterer Rheinberg Kabinett,17,88,Nahe,,,Kruger-Rumpf 2001 Münsterer Rheinberg Kabinett Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kruger-rumpf-2001-munsterer-rheinberg-kabinett-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Kruger-Rumpf
10.5,White,Germany,"A bargain-priced Riesling that should be a mandatory house pour this summer. Warm hints of guava and tropical fruit are offset by cool, green notes. Crisp and clean, light and zesty; a perfect summertime refresher.",RK QbA,9,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2001 RK QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2001-rk-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A traditional crusted LBV that has had plenty of time to mature in the bottle. Perhaps a little too much time, since the brandy is beginning to show through as the wine dries out. But it is still a delicious, mature Port, worth enjoying now. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 1994,27,88,Douro,,,Smith Woodhouse 1990 LBV Bottled 1994 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-1990-lbv-bottled-1994-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1990,Smith Woodhouse
,White,Germany,"The ancient estate of Schloss Vollrads dates at least from 1211, when it was already producing wine. The general style of the wines today is uncomplex. This example has powerful aromas of botrytis, flavors of baked apples, with a touch of spice. But there's good acidity to balance. —R.V.",Auslese,46,88,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2001 Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2001-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Vollrads
8,White,Germany,"In 2001, the Pauly-Bergweiler wines are sweet for their prädikats across the board. This spätlese shows rich baked-pear flavors that play off against oily-stony notes. Finishes a little soft and lacking precision, but it is still very enjoyable. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,20,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,White,Germany,"A bit pricey, but it's a fine dry Riesling, filled with green apples, limes and hints of slate. The slightly powdery texture in the mouth speaks of crushed rock and minerals, while the zesty lime flavors linger on the finish. —J.C.",Nierstein Pettental QbA Trocken,30,88,Rheinhessen,,,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2001 Nierstein Pettental QbA Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freiherr-heyl-zu-herrnsheim-2001-nierstein-pettental-qba-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim
,White,Germany,"This is still a very young wine. The fruit is there, with its flavors of cantaloupe and melons, but it is currently dominated by young, yeasty flavors. Rich, full and intense, the wine lasts forever in the mouth. —R.V.",Kanzemer Altenberg Spätlese,27,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 2001 Kanzemer Altenberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-2001-kanzemer-altenberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Von Othegraven
13.5,Red,Australia,"At first some tank and barrel notes obscure the fruit, but with a few minutes of airing that blows off to reveal raspberry, plum and cranberry fruit. Fruit is forward throughout, and the wine is never too heavy or sharp. Both the texture and tannic structure seem right for the body, which is about middle of the road. —M.S.",,20,88,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,St Mary's 2000 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-marys-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,2000,St Mary's
14,Red,Chile,"Aromas of ripe raspberries, vanilla and spice open this single-vineyard Zin, most of which, Hobbs admits, will be exported to the United Kingdom. Ripe black plum and raspberry flavors are accented by musky, earthy notes. Finishes with earth and juicy fruit.",Limited Edition,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2001 Limited Edition Zinfandel (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2001-limited-edition-zinfandel-colchagua-valley/,Zinfandel,2001,MontGras
13,Red,Australia,"An odd animal note blows off quickly, leaving pleasurable molasses, blackberry and black plums on the nose and palate. Acidity lifts the fruit out of darkness and a note of barrel char creeps in on the finish. —K.F.",Patterson Hill,42,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Limb 2000 Patterson Hill Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/limb-2000-patterson-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Limb
,White,Germany,"Minty and grassy at first, it develops peach and pear aromas as it sits in the glass. The sweet stone-fruit flavors are balanced by a stony, minerally hardness that persists through the finish. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett,23,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
14.5,White,US,"This is a big, rich, ripely fruity wine, filled with gigantic flavors of white peach, apricot, lime zest, white chocolate, fig, raspberry, and lots of other flavorful things. It's been drenched in toasty oak and seems to have a bit of lees in there to boost the creamy texture. For all the flavor, it's pretty dry.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2001 Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2001-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,2001,De Loach
14.2,Red,US,"Chunky aromas of red and black fruit mixed with copious oak start it off. The next phase is a spicy clove-tinged, sweet-plum palate that is downright chewy. While it's undeniably rich throughout, it doesn't quite hit the highest marks, and there's a slight green note at the core. —M.S",Cinq Cepages,70,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1999 Cinq Cepages Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1999-cinq-cepages-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chateau St. Jean
8.5,White,Germany,"Relatively rich and easy-drinking for a kabinett, this wine is full of apple and berry flavors, balanced by mild citrus fruits and a trace of apricot-kernel bitterness. A bit on the sweet side for kabinett, but yummy nonetheless. —J.C.",Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett,14,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Graacher Himmelreich Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-graacher-himmelreich-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,White,Germany,"This is ripe and sweet fruit, with a yeasty overtone and flavors of soft, white peaches. It is an immediately attractive wine with a well-judged touch of acidity to balance. —R.V.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese,25,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
7.5,White,Germany,"A bit of a let down, this is big, rich and oily, redolent of honeyed apples, but lacks the precision and clarity of some of Loosen's other 2001s. It's still very good, close to a beerenauslese in ripeness and weight, just somewhat monolithic and weighty, picking up some lemon and apricot notes on the finish. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",Erdener Pralat Auslese Gold Capsule,48,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Erdener Pralat Auslese Gold Capsule Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-erdener-pralat-auslese-gold-capsule-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
10.8,White,Germany,"Seems likely to be lean, given its opening aromas of flint and grapefruit, but fleshes out nicely on the palate, folding in peach and nectarine flavors along with a hint of sweetness. Has enough weight to be versatile with food, finishing just off-dry.",Steinberg QbA,14,88,Rheingau,,,Hess. Staatsweingüter 2001 Steinberg QbA Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-staatsweinguter-2001-steinberg-qba-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Hess. Staatsweingüter
9.5,White,Germany,"Loaded with tropical fruit, this kabinett surely includes a portion of declassified spätlese or even auslese-level fruit. Don't expect a razor-edged, tart wine, but a mellow, sweet, viscous rendering of Riesling that's probably best served on its own.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett,16,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
14,Red,Australia,"The nose offers penetrating eucalypus notes, plus blackberry and stone aromas. Eucalyptus persists on the palate, enveloping bright red fruit flavors. Medium-bodied and smooth, it closes with smooth, slatelike minerality. —D.M.",Foundation,45,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1998 Foundation Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1998-foundation-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Tatachilla
,Red,Australia,"The first impression from the nose is that of raisins, but with time you get pound cake and some Port. As with the bouquet, the first taste reveals prunes and raisins, but behind that there's some coffee and character. While this is not a full-force, in-your-face wine, it does have weight, heft and other calling cards of Aussie Shiraz.",1164 Family Reserve,29,88,New South Wales,Riverina,,Riverina Estates 1998 1164 Family Reserve Shiraz (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverina-estates-1998-1164-family-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-riverina/,Shiraz,1998,Riverina Estates
14.1,Red,Australia,"Hailing from near Adelaide, the wine features lemony barrel-driven aromas and a full blast of toasty char. The flavor profile is sweet, with candied plum and cherry. On the finish you get some additional oak in the form of espresso and butter. Overall it's woody, teetering on medicinal. —M.S.",Ceravolo,20,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,St. Andrews Estate 2000 Ceravolo Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-andrews-estate-2000-ceravolo-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,St. Andrews Estate
14.5,Red,Australia,"Offers toasted caramel with root beer and tar; the palate displays sweet blackberries and blueberries. The tannins are smooth and the finish, juicy. Made to drink now. —C.S.",,17,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Shottesbrooke 2000 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shottesbrooke-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Shottesbrooke
13.5,Red,Australia,"Very rich and extracted, with a bright purple hue and legs that could run. The nose is broad and overtly woody, with barnyard nuances adding an interesting and needed rustic touch. The palate offers some burnt or baked fruit and a jolt of espresso, while the finish is smooth and not unlike Port. Best for fans of the thick and rich. —M.S.",The Aunts,24,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Meerea Park 2000 The Aunts Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerea-park-2000-aunts-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Meerea Park
14,Red,Australia,"Dense and purple, with mocha, chocolate and black fruit all mixing nicely on the nose. The mouth is full and corpulent, like Aussie Shiraz should be. And on the finish there's the essence of wood spice and vanilla, with some length. Really balanced and delivers a lot in proper proportions. —M.S.",,16,88,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Stonehaven 1999 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,1999,Stonehaven
9.5,White,Germany,"The fresh, lively mouthfeel and crisp lemon, grapefruit and green apple flavors more than make up for an offputting sulfur smell when the bottle is first opened. Airing it before tasting, or aging it another six months or more should be all the help it needs. —J.C.",Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett,16,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2001 Piesporter Goldtröpfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2001-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,St. Urbans-Hof
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"An attractive, soft, mature wine, which has rich sweetness. The obvious richness, though, is balanced by flavors of ripe plums and by the acidity that gives a sense of freshness in the aftertaste. It's ready to drink now. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2000,20,88,Douro,,,W. & J. Graham's 1995 LBV Bottled 2000 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/w-j-grahams-1995-lbv-bottled-2000-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1995,W. & J. Graham's
8.5,White,Germany,"The “spice garden” was one of the more favored vineyard sites in 2001, and Erbes's kabinett is very successful, offering some apple blossom and quince elements in a light, tart, well-balanced package. Best Buy. —J.C.",Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett,12,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Karl Erbes 2001 Ürziger Würzgarten Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-erbes-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Karl Erbes
9.5,White,Germany,"Oily and rich—verging on creamy—this is a textural oddity (although not an unpleasant one), but the pear and lime flavors are classic. Tangy citrus flavors linger delicately on the finish. Best Buy. —J.C.",Johannisberger Goldatzel Kabinett,11,88,Rheingau,,,Johannishof 2001 Johannisberger Goldatzel Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johannishof-2001-johannisberger-goldatzel-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Johannishof
11.5,White,Germany,"Lighter and racier than many Pfalz Rieslings, this one leans toward lime and green apple flavors, with a long, minerally finish. —J.C.",QbA,17,88,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2001 QbA Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2001-qba-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,A. Christmann
10,White,Germany,"A dusty, minerally nose gives way to tart green apples on the palate. It's light but flavorful, finishing with juicy lime notes. Would make a perfect house pour this summer. Best Buy. —J.C.",Noble House QbA,8,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Noble House QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-noble-house-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
9.6,White,Germany,"Tastes richer than it smells: the aromas are of limes, crushed granite and underripe melon, but the mouth-filling flavors are ripe melon and peach. The mouthfeel is thick and viscous yet not cloying, finishing with just a touch of fresh-fruit sweetness.",Rauenthaler Baiken Kabinett,17,88,Rheingau,,,Hess. Staatsweingüter 2001 Rauenthaler Baiken Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-staatsweinguter-2001-rauenthaler-baiken-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Hess. Staatsweingüter
13.5,Red,Australia,"Good spice, briar and smoke aromas go well with expressive, clean fruit. The wholesome palate features a fine dose of cherry and plum, while the finish is rich and chewy. For a value-priced wine, this has a lot to offer. With purity and verve, it can compete with higher-priced bottles.",Nottage Hill,8,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2000 Nottage Hill Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2000-nottage-hill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Hardys
14,Red,Australia,"Nose of sawdust, light brown sugar, apple peel, leather and grilled meat; palate of dry red fruit with an emphasis on meat and brown sugar. An attention-getting body and lasting finish make the mark. —K.F.",,30,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1998,Balnaves of Coonawarra
14.5,Red,Australia,"Tar and charcoal emerge from the dark, deep nose, which is also oaky and mildly lemony. This wine is from Western Australia, and it runs toward the rich, ripe and syrupy side. The finish is quite smooth and lush, as it verges on creamy. All in all this offers the right mix of barrels and berries. And it seems fresh, not heavy. —M.S.",,17,89,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Xanadu 2000 Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xanadu-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2000,Xanadu
14.1,Red,US,"From vines averaging fifty years, a big, bold Zin, brimming with wild berry flavors. It's a saucy wine, jammy and spicy, but dry. Has quintessentially Alexander Valley tannins and acids, soft and velvety. Easy to drink and to like, and should age well.",Old Vine Family,15,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sausal 2000 Old Vine Family Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-2000-old-vine-family-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Sausal
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The best-selling LBV keeps up its quality impressively. With its flavors of rich fruit cake and ripe tannins, it is soft and supple, and ready to drink without aging. But it has a touch of elegance and style that pushes it well up in quality. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2002,21,89,Douro,,,Taylor Fladgate 1997 LBV Bottled 2002 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1997-lbv-bottled-2002-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Taylor Fladgate
,White,Germany,"Thanks to formidable acid levels, this eiswein doesn't seem that sweet at all, making it easier to drink than many others. Green apple, citrus and ginger close long and tart—a refreshing dessert wine rather than a sticky one. —J.C.",Graacher Hammelreich Eiswein,165,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Graacher Hammelreich Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-graacher-hammelreich-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
14,Red,Australia,"Hot, dark and strong, much like a good coffee, this is a natural match for grilled fare. Focused cinnamon, black plums, molasses and a hint of eucalyptus bear well on the nose and palate. Well-balanced, with a long finish. —K.F.",,40,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Gibson's BarossaVale 2000 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gibsons-barossavale-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Gibson's BarossaVale
,Red,US,"A wonderfully drinkable wine, filled with juicy, delicious flavors of currants and blackberries. It's a bit tannic, but perfectly drinkable now. Especially notable for the rich, velvety mouthfeel and elegant balance. Best Buy. —S.H.",Reserve,13,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,Germany,"Nicely balanced, this wine walks the fine edge between sweet and tart. It brings together apple and pear aromas with pineapple and peach flavors, complementing them with zesty acidity. —J.C.",Niersteiner Orbel Spätlese,15,89,Rheinhessen,,,Eugen Wehrheim 2001 Niersteiner Orbel Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugen-wehrheim-2001-niersteiner-orbel-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Eugen Wehrheim
13.5,Red,Australia,"Mouthwatering aromas of black plums, cherries, dried figs, cocoa, oiled leather, redwood and raw meat are matched in flavor. Rounding out the palate are coffee, blackberries, and a creosote note that follows through the finish. —K.F.",,24,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Kopparossa 1999 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kopparossa-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1999,Kopparossa
14,Red,Australia,"Salinity, charcoal, hickory smoke, leather and brown sugar aromas blend well with the flavors of juicy, ripe red plums and raspberries. Overall, this is dark, spicy, full. Sure to please any Shiraz fan. —K.F.",,22,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 2000 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2000,Katnook Estate
12,White,Germany,"This light but intense auslese offers up aromas of honey, malt and dried pineapple. It's very sweet and has a compelling finish that blends sour cherries with citrus and sugar. —J.C.",Iphofer Julius-Echter-Berg Auslese,24,89,Franken,,,Juliusspital 2001 Iphofer Julius-Echter-Berg Auslese Riesling (Franken),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juliusspital-2001-iphofer-julius-echter-berg-auslese-riesling-franken/,Riesling,2001,Juliusspital
9.5,White,Germany,"Starts off funky and stinky, like sweaty socks plus a little pineapple. Thankfully, it's much more enjoyable in the mouth, providing rich sweet fruit balanced by bright acidity. If the initial off-putting aromas go away in time, this could rate as many as three points higher. —J.C.",Ruppertsberger Reiterpfad Auslese,32,89,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 2001 Ruppertsberger Reiterpfad Auslese Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-2001-ruppertsberger-reiterpfad-auslese-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,A. Christmann
,White,US,"Toast, caramel and anise aromas are accented by a twist of lemon peel. In the mouth, this is slightly viscous, with a blend of cream and toasted marshmallow. Overall, it's full and rich, with a lean, crisp citrus finish.",Reserve,48,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,ZD
13.5,Red,Australia,"The pleasant nose features a hint of violets, rose petals and then some licorice and leather for rusticity. The palate is bold and flashy, and actually more fresh than heavy. The red fruit flows forth and doesn't quit. And the finish is snappy with nice weight. —M.S.",,20,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Winter Creek 2000 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winter-creek-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Winter Creek
,Red,Australia,"The nose is intriguing, with some root beer and horsehide. The mouth offers a ton of plum fruit with tobacco nuances, and then the finish is smooth and of good length. The body is heavy and full, like many an Oz Shiraz, but it's also packed with the vital acidity needed to keep it fresh. —M.S.",Alexander Munro,38,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Meerea Park 1999 Alexander Munro Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meerea-park-1999-alexander-munro-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Meerea Park
10.5,White,Germany,"Surprisingly complex and good, blending clove and ginger complexities with pear and peach fruit. Finishes long and vibrant, ending on a slight bitter note.",QbA Trocken,10,89,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2001 QbA Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2001-qba-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,P.J. Valckenberg
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Offley's Ports have improved considerably in quality. This LBV is the first fruits of new owners Sogrape, Portugal's largest wine company (who also own Ferreira and Sandeman Ports). It is ripe, elegant and immediately fruity, with an attractive aroma of tea roses. But with its tannins and balance between sweetness and dryness, there is a more serious side to the wine, which suggests an aging potential. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2001,23,89,Douro,,,Offley 1997 LBV Bottled 2001 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-1997-lbv-bottled-2001-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Offley
,White,Germany,"With aromas of smoke, quartz dust and ripe apples, you'd expect mineral-laden flavors, but they're more crunchy, more fresh fruity, with the emphasis on apple and lemon. Finishes long and tart. —J.C.",Kabinett Halbtrocken,20,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-kabinett-halbtrocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The beautiful Quinta do Crasto, with its tiny chapel perched on a mountain top overlooking the Douro, is a leading producer of Douro table wines as well as Ports. This LBV is in a lighter style, with enticing perfumes and fresh, balanced, elegant fruit. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2001,20,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 1997 LBV Bottled 2001 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-1997-lbv-bottled-2001-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Quinta do Crasto
10.5,White,Germany,"The least of Egon Muller's offerings, it's nevertheless a fine wine, featuring crisp Asian pears blended with a dusty brown-mineral-spice component. Slightly sweet, but balanced by just enough grapefruit to keep it together, this would be a good match with many Asian dishes. —J.C.",Scharzhof QbA,17,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Egon Müller 2001 Scharzhof QbA Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/egon-muller-2001-scharzhof-qba-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Egon Müller
,White,Germany,"Packed with vibrant ripe fruit and flavors of white currants, this big, sweet wine has enormous depth of flavor, showing intensity with tannins over sweet fruit. —R.V.",Erdener Treppchen Spätlese,25,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Erdener Treppchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-erdener-treppchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
10,White,Germany,"Starts off with tart, lemony aromas of quince and unripe apples, but tastes sweeter and riper, with bold apple flavors and considerable sugar kept in check by zippy, grapefruit-like acidity. —J.C.",Langenlonsheimer Lohrer Berg Spätlese,21,89,Nahe,,,Tesch 2001 Langenlonsheimer Lohrer Berg Spätlese Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tesch-2001-langenlonsheimer-lohrer-berg-spatlese-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Tesch
,White,Germany,"Limes and green apples cast a decidedly green hue over this wine's aromas and flavors, which also incorporate green plums. It's light and elegant, a focused effort with finely etched flavors. —J.C.",Oestricher Lenchen Spätlese,27,89,Rheingau,,,Spreitzer 2001 Oestricher Lenchen Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spreitzer-2001-oestricher-lenchen-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Spreitzer
,White,Germany,"Typical Mosel Riesling aromas, flavors and textures, but with an elegance and harmony that raises it above ordinary. Flowery, ginger-like and green apple aromas; pear, melon and even some berry flavors; and an almost weightless mouthfeel, add up to a winning combination. —J.C.",Piersporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett,17,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Johann Haart 2001 Piersporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/johann-haart-2001-piersporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Johann Haart
13.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux style blend smells and tastes like anything but Bordeaux, proving that similar blends do not produce similar wines if the terroir is different. The barrel influence is strong, as is the herbal quality. Richness on the palate comes to the rescue. There's nice cassis and plum flavors. And the finish is smooth and classy. Only a hint of green at the core holds it back. —M.S.",Reserve Tapestry,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Reserve Tapestry Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-reserve-tapestry-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
9,White,Germany,"Smells slightly waxy, with yellow-skinned fruits predominating; think lemons and pears. Sweeter in the mouth, the flavors open up to include pineapple as well, all underscored by citrus. The bright finish folds in notes of chalk dust. —J.C.",Bernkasteler Graben Spätlese,18,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef) 2001 Bernkasteler Graben Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-h-thanisch-erben-muller-burggraef-2001-bernkasteler-graben-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. H. Thanisch (Erben Müller-Burggraef)
,White,Germany,"This dry Riesling is very brisk and clean in the mouth, racing past in a blur of smoky liquid minerals, fresh limes and ginger. With its impressive cut and firm finish, it would be a fine accompaniment to roast fowl or pork. —J.C.",Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Erstes Gewächs,28,89,Rheingau,,,Baron zu Knyphausen 2001 Hattenheimer Wisselbrunnen Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-zu-knyphausen-2001-hattenheimer-wisselbrunnen-erstes-gewachs-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Baron zu Knyphausen
,White,Germany,"This is the epitome of thirst-quenching fine German wine. It fills your mouth with ripe, crisp apples, with balancing rich sweetness. The aftertaste just goes on and on. —R.V.",Hattenheimer Schützenhaus Kabinett,12,89,Rheingau,,,Balthasar Ress 2001 Hattenheimer Schützenhaus Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balthasar-ress-2001-hattenheimer-schutzenhaus-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Balthasar Ress
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Although this wine is now mature and certainly ready to drink, there is still a lively freshness from the dried fruit and sweet sultana flavors and the acidity which comes through to finish. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 1998,19,89,Douro,,,Cálem 1994 LBV Bottled 1998 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calem-1994-lbv-bottled-1998-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1994,Cálem
,White,Germany,"This delicate wine showcases Riesling's feminine, floral side. Could those be lilacs? Green apple and citrus flavors linger seductively on the finish. —J.C.",Longuicher Maximiner Herrenberg Spätlese,19,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Schmitt-Wagner 2001 Longuicher Maximiner Herrenberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-schmitt-wagner-2001-longuicher-maximiner-herrenberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Schmitt-Wagner
14,Red,Australia,"The bouquet is meaty, dense and full of berry jam, but it is also rather generic and lacks any particular individual notes. That said, the wine is quite good, bordering on excellent. In the mouth, you get a full blast of black cherry and licorice, and the finish is typically full and chewy. Not that complex but very good in a straight-ahead way. —M.S.",Reserve,19,89,Victoria,Goulburn Valley,,McPherson Wine Company 2000 Reserve Shiraz (Goulburn Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-2000-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-goulburn-valley/,Shiraz,2000,McPherson Wine Company
8,White,Germany,"Features crisp pears and a honeyed quality but no sign of botrytis. It's so clean that its floral complexities show through the high ripeness and huge sugar levels. Despite the intense sweetness, it's relatively light in body; the finish picks up a distracting chalky note that dries the palate. —J.C.",Bernkasteler Badstube Eiswein,115,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Bernkasteler Badstube Eiswein Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-bernkasteler-badstube-eiswein-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,White,Germany,,Steinberger Spätlese,34,89,Rheingau,,,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach 2001 Steinberger Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staatsweinguter-kloster-eberbach-2001-steinberger-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach
9,White,Germany,"The 2001s from von Kesselstatt turned out well across the board, including this delicate yet intense offering. Strongly citric, there's also a honeyed component to the tangerine flavors and a long, finely wrought finish that balances sweetness with grapefruit-like acids. —J.C.",Piesporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett,19,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2001 Piesporter Goldtropfchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2001-piesporter-goldtropfchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
,White,Germany,"Starts off by showing a bit of sulfur, but underneath is a plump, juicy wine that tastes of sweetened kumquats, firming up on the finish, where limes and apple skin make appearances. —J.C.",Westhofener Morstein Spätlese,31,89,Rheinhessen,,,Wittmann 2001 Westhofener Morstein Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wittmann-2001-westhofener-morstein-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Wittmann
13,Red,Australia,"Jammy, sweet and lush, just as it should be. This wine isone saturated, fruity monster, and while there are bigger, bolder ones out there, this one is still pretty rich. Yet while it offers plenty of Shiraz's natural chewy, yummy character, it does come up a little short on depth, which is why it falls shy of that elusive higher plateau. Best Buy. —M.S.",Reserve,15,89,South Australia,Padthaway,,Lindemans 1999 Reserve Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,1999,Lindemans
8,White,Germany,"Smells minty fresh, with sweet apples and pears forming the core of the wine. There's just enough acidity to balance the wine; although it tastes sweet now, it should firm up in a few years. Tasted twice, this score reflects the better bottle; another showed some volatile acidity and would have rated 82 points. Best Buy. —J.C.",Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese,14,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Karl Erbes 2001 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-erbes-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Karl Erbes
14.1,White,US,"Bites into the palate with upfront acids, but it's not a tart wine because the fruity flavors are so fabulously rich. Lemon meringue, sweet lime, and dusty oriental spices like cinnamon are delicious. Really good wine, and addictive. —S.H.",Ferrington Vineyard,14,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2001 Ferrington Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2001-ferrington-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Handley
,Dessert,Germany,"This is typical of the lighter style of Schloss Vollrads' sweet wines. It has as much dryness and acidity as sweetness, with flavors of quince and white figs. The delicate wine leaves a crisp, fresh aftertaste. —R.V.",Eiswein,119,90,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2001 Eiswein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2001-eiswein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Vollrads
7.5,White,Germany,"This lean, racy auslese has plenty of sweetness and ripe apple and pear fruit, but those elements play a secondary role to the intense mineral notes. Bright acidity gives great life and verve to this wine, which should age beautifully. —J.C.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese,38,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 2001 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-2001-wehlener-sonnenuhr-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Loosen
8.5,White,Germany,"Crisp, clean and fresh, this is a little less weighty than many of the other spätlesen tasted for this report, but none the worse for that. The off-dry flavors of lemons and limes, quince and green apples are in fine balance, blending in some pretty floral notes. —J.C.",Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese,24,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt 2001 Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reichsgraf-von-kesselstatt-2001-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Reichsgraf von Kesselstatt
11.5,White,Germany,"While the aromas hint at peaches and cinnamon, the flavors lean toward baked apples, with a backbone of grapefruity acidity. Finishes long and tart—maybe a trifle too tart for some tasters. —J.C.",QbA Trocken,14,85,Pfalz,,,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan 2001 QbA Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geh-rat-dr-von-bassermann-jordan-2001-qba-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,Geh. Rat Dr. von Bassermann-Jordan
,White,Germany,"Petroluem product complexities abound in this fairly dry offering. Smells a bit like diesel oil—maybe even home heating oil—then takes on mineral notes akin to oil-shale deposits. It's relatively full-bodied and viscous, a far cry (as it should be) from its Mosel Riesling cousins. —J.C.",Johannisberger Ertenbringer,15,86,Rheingau,,,Schumann-Nägler 2001 Johannisberger Ertenbringer Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schumann-nagler-2001-johannisberger-ertenbringer-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schumann-Nägler
10,White,Germany,"In some wines, the juxtaposition of soft, flowery aromas against a backbone of steely acidity might not work. In this case it does, matching lilacs with quince and minerals in a harmonious whole. The result smells like spring, but finishes firm and long. —J.C.",Langenlonsheimer Löhrer Berg Kabinett Halbtrocken,15,89,Nahe,,,Tesch 2001 Langenlonsheimer Löhrer Berg Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tesch-2001-langenlonsheimer-lohrer-berg-kabinett-halbtrocken-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,2001,Tesch
,Red,US,"Intensely focused and pure, with powerful flavors of cassis and delicious streaks of green olive and chocolate. Oak adds cedar, vanilla and sweet tannins. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Wurtele Vineyard,50,93,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 1999 Wurtele Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-1999-wurtele-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Terra Valentine
,White,US,"Kicks off with a hint of citrus and butterscotch on the nose. It's a densely structured wine, framed in toasty oak and showing tightly wound hints of lemon, melon, pear and peach flavors. Bright on the finish, this is a powerful wine that should unfold nicely with time. —J.M.",Hawk Hill Vineyard,44,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2000 Hawk Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-hawk-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Williams Selyem
14.5,Red,US,"Sweetly strong aromas feature anisette toast, dark chocolate, sweet red plums, earth and meat. In the mouth, smooth black fruit, milk chocolate, vanilla and dusty smokiness meld with a soft kiss of full, creamy-soft tannins.",Monitor Ledge Vineyard - Est Grown,90,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1999 Monitor Ledge Vineyard - Est Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1999-monitor-ledge-vineyard-est-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Duckhorn
14.2,White,US,"Distinctive and individualistic, with mineral, apricot, citrus and wildflower notes—not your typical Chardonnay. This is possibly the result of clonal variations. The wine drinks smooth, creamy, dry and complex, with a peppery finish.  —S.H.",Calcaire,22,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2000 Calcaire Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2000-calcaire-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos du Bois
14.5,Red,US,"Rich and deeply scented, with cherry, mushroom, tomato, smoke and vanilla aromas. Shows wonderful depth of flavor, and explodes on the palate with cola, cherry and herb flavors. Tart, crisp acidity and silky tannins give this vibrant wine great structure. —S.H.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Saxon Brown 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxon-brown-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Saxon Brown
13,Red,Italy,"This Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon blend has aromas of currants, tar and treebark. The flavors are of juicy blackberries touched with a bit of char. There is an even balance and a smooth finish for a well-made Bordeaux blend.",Fobiano,35,89,Central Italy,Umbria,,La Carraia 1999 Fobiano Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carraia-1999-fobiano-red-umbria/,Red Blend,1999,La Carraia
14,Red,Australia,"This well integrated blend boasts blueberry and black pepper aromas. The gamy flavors, reminiscent of barbecue, mesh with chocolate and dark fruits. The finish is toasty, spicy and big.",GSM - Grenache Syrah Mouvedre,30,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Rosemount 2000 GSM - Grenache Syrah Mouvedre Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-gsm-grenache-syrah-mouvedre-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Rosemount
,Red,US,"A jammy blend of plum, black cherry, blackberry, spice and chocolate flavors. The tannins are smooth and firm. Bright on the finish.",,30,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Le Cuvier 1999 Zinfandel (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cuvier-1999-zinfandel-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Le Cuvier
,Red,US,,Reserve,50,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lynmar
14.3,White,US,"Lush and full-bodied, this is a fruit-driven wine made complex by charry oak and creamy lees. Ripe peach and pear flavors are buoyed by refreshing acidity. Possesses elegance and harmony, making it very drinkable. —S.H.",,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Buena Vista
13,Red,Italy,Floral and barnyard aromas start showing fruit on the palatte with juicy blackberries and cedar. The tannins are soft and well integrated for a wine that is meant to be drunk soon.,Poggio Belvedere,14,88,Central Italy,Umbria,,Arnaldo Caprai 2000 Poggio Belvedere Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnaldo-caprai-2000-poggio-belvedere-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2000,Arnaldo Caprai
13,Red,Chile,"Cherry aromas and flavors commingle with earth and toast. Delicate dried herb accents carry through to the finish, which blooms light vanilla at the very end. Deceptively smooth overall, but dusty tannins provide a firm structure. —K.F.",Concepcion Gran Reserva,16,88,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 2000 Concepcion Gran Reserva Syrah (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-2000-concepcion-gran-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-maule-valley/,Syrah,2000,Francisco Gillmore
,Red,US,"If you're looking for an obvious cellar candidate, here it is. Rich, young and juicy, with bright plum and black raspberry flavors and a fresh bite of youthful acidity. The tannins are easy, but the acids will let this puppy age effortlessly for years. —S.H.",Barrelli Creek Vineyard,24,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 2000 Barrelli Creek Vineyard Barbera (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2000-barrelli-creek-vineyard-barbera-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Barbera,2000,Gallo of Sonoma
12.5,Red,Italy,"You could drink this wine everyday with your dinner. It's fun to drink and made that way. Aromas are of wild flowers, huckleberries and horse tail. The coffee and raspberry flavors have a juicy, enjoyable finish.",Vitiano Rosso,10,88,Central Italy,Umbria,,Falesco 2001 Vitiano Rosso Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falesco-2001-vitiano-rosso-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2001,Falesco
12,Red,US,"Very sweet in the nose, with vanilla and barrel char. The palate is heavy and grapey, while the finish is simple at best and unimpressive at worst. The overall take is not so much of wine but of fruit juice. Not terrible but flawed. —M.S.",,14,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Anthony Road 2001 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anthony-road-2001-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,2001,Anthony Road
14,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Chester Osbourn's second release is a promising Shiraz, with solid plum fruit at its core, and a dash of herb to keep things interesting. It's smooth, though perhaps not as concentrated as I'd like. Nice chalky notes characterize the start and the finish. —D.M.",,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Neighbours 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neighbours-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Neighbours
,White,Germany,Light and easy. Clean and refreshing. How else to describe this perfect apéritif wine? There's some crisp green apple and grapefruit flavors and yeasty scents of sour dough that will stimulate the appetite. —J.C.,Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett,17,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Wagner 2001 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-wagner-2001-ockfener-bockstein-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Wagner
,White,US,"Showing a bit of age, with underlying peach fruit beginning to pick up baked pie crust, coconut and meringue notes. Complex and layered in the mouth and very dry, with fruity, mineral flavors. —S.H.",,19,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 1999 Pinot Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-1999-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Epiphany
,Red,Chile,"Opens with raspberry, toast and dusty earth aromas. On the palate, the fruit comes across as cranberries accented by toast and wisps of dried herbs. Finishes with toast and vanilla wrapped around a core of tart fruit and some chalky tannins. —K.F.",,9,87,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2002 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2002-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2002,Cousiño-Macul
13,Red,France,"The bouquet is full of summer bramble, earth and cherries. The mouthfeel is textured and hearty; a tasty, well-made wine that's a splendid example of affordable Syrah, Grenache and Carignan.",,8,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Château Montner 2000 Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montner-2000-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Château Montner
13.5,White,US,"Opens with citrus and apple flavors backed up with considerable acidity. Not very oaky or big, but dry and balanced, with a steely, minerally finish. —S.H.",Winery Lake,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 2000 Winery Lake Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2000-winery-lake-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Sterling
,Red,US,"Schug's basic Pinot is a blast of spicy flavor. It's not a big, ageworthy wine—what California Pinot is? But with its full-throttle cherry, raspberry and pepper notes, it will stand up to rich, spicy foods. The tannins are properly silky, and crisp acids hoist up the sweet fruit. —S.H.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Schug
12,Red,France,"Bargain hunters should seek out this Provençal beauty, which is fresh, snappy and modest in terms of power and mouthfeel. The flavor profile is entirely ripe and clean, with mounds of red fruit and just the right touches of toasty oak. That same toastiness comes up on the finish, which is graced by light tannins. What an easy wine to drink; a sure-fire winner by the glass. Best Buy. —M.S.",,11,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de Curebeasse 1999 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-curebeasse-1999-red-cotes/,Red Blend,1999,Domaine de Curebeasse
13.5,Red,US,"A blend of grapes from five different parts of the county. The warmer districts lend ripe blackberry notes; cooler ones bring pepper, olives and herbs. Feels round and supple in the mouth, yet finishes very dry. —S.H.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 2000 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,2000,Geyser Peak
12.5,Red,Italy,,,12,88,Central Italy,Montefalco,,Azienda Agraria Scacciadiavoli 2000  Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agraria-scacciadiavoli-2000-red-montefalco/,Red Blend,2000,Azienda Agraria Scacciadiavoli
,Red,US,"Somewhat light-bodied, with tangy acidity that supports a core of raspberry, plum, earth and spice flavors. Smooth tannins and moderate length on the finish. —J.M.",,34,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
13.5,Red,US,"Good, rich Pinot, with flavors and a mouthfeel fans will instantly respond to. Soft, silky tannins drink easy, and slide over the tongue with raspberry, pepper and tobacco flavors. Acids are just fine, with a bit of tingle on the palate. —S.H.",Reliz Creek Reserve,17,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2000 Reliz Creek Reserve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2000-reliz-creek-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,2000,Wente
13,White,US,"A pleasing, light textured wine that shows lovely peach, pear, floral, mineral and spice notes. Fresh and clean on the palate, it would be a fine match for picnics or seafood.",Tocai Friulano - Estate Bottled,12,88,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Millbrook 2001 Tocai Friulano - Estate Bottled Tocai (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2001-tocai-friulano-estate-bottled-italian-white-tocai-other-hudson-river-region/,Tocai,2001,Millbrook
,Red,Italy,,Rosso,14,88,Central Italy,Montefalco,,Antonelli 1999 Rosso  (Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonelli-1999-rosso-red-montefalco/,Red Blend,1999,Antonelli
,Red,US,"Pretty plum flavors are at the core of this wine. Black cherry, sage, smoke and toast also add interest. Moderate length on the clean, bright finish. —J.M.",Morisoli Vineyard,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 2000 Morisoli Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-2000-morisoli-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Elyse
13.5,White,US,"Hard to believe the price on this beauty. It's a steal, with the rich peach and pear fruit flavors, lavish oak, and stylish elegance. This is a complex, layered wine, with a long, spicy finish that carries the pretty flavors for a long time. Best Buy. —S.H.",,12,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Nice Sonoma Zin, with briary, brambly flavors of wild red and black berries and tobacco, white pepper and cedar. The tannins are a little tough now, and the acidity is pretty tart. Best to age for 3 or 4 years, but if you must drink it now, have with big, rich barbecue. —S.H.",Barrelli Creek Vineyard,22,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Barrelli Creek Vineyard Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-barrelli-creek-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"This big, mountain Zin is massively packed with briary berry flavors, wild and sweet with sunshine, and equally upfront alcohol and tannins. It's been vinified bone-dry, so doesn't have any annoying sugar. —S.H.",D'Agostini Bros.,30,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2000 D'Agostini Bros. Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-dagostini-bros-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Renwood
,White,Spain,"A fresh Chardonnay with fresh pineapple, pear and mild buttery aromas. The palate is solid, with good structure, while the flavors are pear, sweet golden apple and vanilla. The wine was barrel fermented and aged on the lees, so it has a round mouthfeel.",,21,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jean León 2000 Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-2000-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,2000,Jean León
12.5,Red,France,"With pretty aromas of leather and chocolate, and a chunky fruit-filled palate featuring the essence of apple skins, this is quite a wine for the price. It's certainly young and hard, but like any raw but good youngster it'll reward patience and will do best with food. Bargain hunters should snap this one up. Best Buy.  —M.S.",,9,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Vidal-Fleury 2000 Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2000-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Vidal-Fleury
12.5,Red,France,"This wine is a fine example of all that's good about the appellation. It has a complete nose of bold berries. The palate is open and welcoming, with cherry and raspberry fruit framed by a light shade of oak. Even the finish, which is round and nicely textured, works. And with light but healthy tannins, it's a breeze to drink. Best Buy. —M.S.",,10,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Vidal-Fleury 2000 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-2000-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Vidal-Fleury
13,Red,Italy,,Satiro,12,88,Central Italy,Colli Martani,,Rocca di Fabbri 2000 Satiro Sangiovese (Colli Martani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-fabbri-2000-satiro-sangiovese-colli-martani/,Sangiovese,2000,Rocca di Fabbri
9,White,Germany,"This sweet, almost candied, auslese packs in plenty of bright pineapple fruit that turns citrusy. Picks up some hard, metallic-mineral notes on the finish that will please some tasters but turn others off. “Obvious” now, should show better in a few years when the puppy fat of sugar is more integrated. —J.C.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese,36,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
12,Red,Australia,"The bouquet is deep, condensed and full of vanilla and berry syrup. The flavors, however, are a bit candied, and the finish offers just more of the same. And while it's thick and tasty, it is also loaded with lemony wood notes, most likely from American oak. —M.S.",,26,87,South Australia,Fleurieu Peninsula,,Bird in Hand 2000 Shiraz (Fleurieu Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bird-in-hand-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-fleurieu-peninsula/,Shiraz,2000,Bird in Hand
,White,US,"A pleasing nose of toast, honey and wheat blends well with the same on the palate, with pear and citrus notes throughout. The fruit and acidity are balanced and lightweight. Finishes clean, with a tinge of minerality.",,30,87,California,California Other,California,ZD 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,ZD
14.6,White,US,"No one has worked harder to tame Viognier's over the top flavors than Iron Horse. This release has peach, citrus and pear flavors and is very dry, with mouthwatering acidity. Bright and clean, it's a nice alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",T-bar-T Proprietor Grown,24,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2001 T-bar-T Proprietor Grown Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2001-t-bar-t-proprietor-grown-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2001,Iron Horse
13.3,White,US,"Classic coastal California, with its clean flavors of lemons and limes, figs, melon and grass, and zesty acidity. Basically dry, but the fruit is so ripe and full, it's like drinking nectar. Shows the affinity between variety and appellation. —S.H.",Handley Vineyard,14,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2001 Handley Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2001-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Handley
8,White,Germany,"Thick, rich and sweet, this is not what you'd typically expect in a kabinett, but put the labeling prejudices aside, and it's an enjoyable wine, filled with stone fruits and smoky quartz dust. Unlike most kabinetts, it's probably best served at the end of the meal. —J.C.",Trittenheimer Apotheke,21,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Grans-Fassian 2001 Trittenheimer Apotheke Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grans-fassian-2001-trittenheimer-apotheke-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Grans-Fassian
13,White,US,"Totally refreshing and palate cleansing, a New Zealand-type wine with bright lime and gooseberry flavors, boosted by crisp acids. Turns very citrusy and spicy on the long finish. —S.H.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Peju
9,White,Germany,"After a bit of sulfur and mint on the nose, this wine creates tension and interest through its juxtaposition of warm, soft flavors (baked apple, vegetable oil) with a hard, edgy mouthfeel and a stony, mineral-tinged finish. —J.C.",Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstuck Spätlese,18,87,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2001 Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstuck Spätlese Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2001-liebfrauenstift-kirchenstuck-spatlese-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,P.J. Valckenberg
9.8,White,Germany,"Shows some real similarities to Valckenberg's spätlese from the same vineyard, particularly the finish, which is long and stony. The aromas are slightly creamy and nutty, while the flavors ring with tangerine and honey without being terribly sweet. —J.C.",Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstuck Kabinett,14,87,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2001 Liebfrauenstift-Kirchenstuck Kabinett Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2001-liebfrauenstift-kirchenstuck-kabinett-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,P.J. Valckenberg
8,White,Germany,"Rich and sweet, packed with weighty peach and ripe apple fruit that picks up nuances of diesel fuel and spice. Despite the sweetness, there's enough acidity to hold it in check, making it deceptively easy to drink. —J.C.",Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese,20,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2001 Bernkasteler alte Badstube am Doctorberg Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2001-bernkasteler-alte-badstube-am-doctorberg-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
13,Red,Australia,"Smooth and enticing aromas of warm black fruit and vanilla go a long way toward rolling out the welcome mat. Those scents get backing from a structured palate of cherry and pomegranate, while the straight-ahead finish is clean, even if it doesn't offer a whole lot of complexity or texture. Best Buy. —M.S.",,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Black Opal
14.5,Red,Australia,"Although mouthfilling, this comes off cool and smooth. Aromas of meat, dried Italian herbs and black olives meet plenty of spice and fruit on the palate, and linger through the finish. Kosher. —K.F.",,13,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Teal Lake 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teal-lake-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Teal Lake
,White,Germany,"Standard apple and citrus aromas and flavors join here in a wine that would be largely unremarkable except for its plump, custardy texture and racy, zippy finish, both of which add appeal. —J.C.",Spätlese trocken,23,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,S.A. Prüm 2001 Spätlese trocken Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sa-prum-2001-spatlese-trocken-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,S.A. Prüm
,White,Germany,"The dryness of the wine is somewhat shocking. It is full-bodied with prominent, dry, appley acidity and crisp, fresh green flavors. A layer of tannin gives the wine a slight tartness. —R.V.",Kabinett Halbtrocken,15,87,Rheingau,,,Schloss Vollrads 2001 Kabinett Halbtrocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-vollrads-2001-kabinett-halbtrocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Schloss Vollrads
,White,Germany,"This fairly large-scaled kabinett is also fairly dry. A stony, minerally nose leads into flavors that hint at stone fruit (plums?) but veer toward river stones. More intellectual than hedonistic. —J.C.",Deidesheimer Kieselberg Kabinett,16,87,Pfalz,,,Josef Biffar 2001 Deidesheimer Kieselberg Kabinett Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-biffar-2001-deidesheimer-kieselberg-kabinett-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,2001,Josef Biffar
12.3,Red,US,"Herbal, green aromas are surrounded by leather, barrel char and some berry syrup. The mouth is sharp, featuring mostly pie cherry and cranberry fruit, and while the finish broadens out somewhat, it's still a linear, hollow wine without much richness. —M.S.",Estate Bottled,16,83,Connecticut,Western Connecticut Highlands,,Hopkins Vineyard 1999 Estate Bottled Cabernet Franc (Western Connecticut Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopkins-vineyard-1999-estate-bottled-cabernet-franc-western-highlands/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Hopkins Vineyard
13.9,Red,US,"Lean and herbal, with wild berry flavors and an edge of green stalkiness. There's a hint of oak, and it finishes dry. From vineyards in Lodi and Contra Costa County.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Talus 2000 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2000-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Talus
12,Red,US,"This wine is no bargain, especially when you go searching for ripe Cab fruit and come up empty. The nose is like cherry jello, while the flavors run toward underripe plum and apple skin. And the finish, despite some fleshy roundness, is also overtly tannic. —M.S.",Reserve,40,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Dr. Konstantin Frank
10.5,White,Germany,"Basically a négociant-style blend, this is solid stuff, if a bit simple. Soft melon and lemon-lime flavors turn tangy on the finish. —J.C.",QbA,10,83,Rheinhessen,,,Bend In The River 2001 QbA Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bend-in-river-2001-qba-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Bend In The River
,White,Germany,"A soft, yeasty simple fresh wine, which comes packed in a blue bottle. Has some pleasant, light fruit. —R.V..",Spätlese,9,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitt Söhne 2001 Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2001-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Schmitt Söhne
13.5,Red,US,"Youthful and gangly, with plum and cherry aromas followed by black fruit and vanilla flavors. On the finish there is pronounced oak and drying tannins, which gives the wine a lean, starching mouthfeel. While it has some style, in the end it doesn't seem to be striving for much. —M.S.",Cabernet/Chambourcin,15,83,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2001 Cabernet/Chambourcin Red (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2001-cabernet-chambourcin-red-pennsylvania/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Chaddsford
,Red,US,"An uninteresting wine, from the awkward, stemmy aromas to the rough mouthfeel. True, there's some ripe berry fruit, but the wine is soft and featureless, and has herbal flavors of bay leaf and oregano. —S.H.",,17,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Barefoot Cellars 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Barefoot Cellars
,White,US,"Citrus flavors of lemons, limes and grapefruits are accompanied by soft acidity and a lush, creamy mouthfeel. This pleasant wine can do double duty as a cocktail, or accompanying shellfish.",Family Selection,12,84,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 2001 Family Selection Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2001-family-selection-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Trinchero
13,Red,US,"This mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cab Franc and Petit Verdot begins with slightly cheesy, animal notes, Once they blow off, there is sw2eet boysenberry styled fruit and some richness. The finish is round and broad, but ultimately it's quite basic, as is the wine. —M.S.",Glen Manor,23,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 1999 Glen Manor Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-1999-glen-manor-red-virginia/,Red Blend,1999,Linden
10.5,White,Germany,"A touch austere, you have to work a bit to ferret out the green apple and citrus aromas and flavors. But it's crisp and clean, finishing with a hit of fresh lime. Best Buy. —J.C.",QbA,7,84,Rheinhessen,,,P.J. Valckenberg 2001 QbA Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pj-valckenberg-2001-qba-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,P.J. Valckenberg
12,White,Germany,"This wine shows the perils in producing trocken-style wines. There's no sugar to hide the wine's apparent underripeness. It tastes lean and citrusy, screaming of grapefruit on the finish. Try with raw oysters or clams. It's a Riesling that could stand in for Chablis or Muscadet. —J.C.",Red Slate Spätlese Trocken,25,84,Rheinhessen,,,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim 2001 Red Slate Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freiherr-heyl-zu-herrnsheim-2001-red-slate-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheinhessen/,Riesling,2001,Freiherr Heyl zu Herrnsheim
14,Red,Chile,"Has the foresty-brambly flavors that we love about Carmenère, but it's as lightweight as a Beaujolais. The nose offers caramel, tomato, smoke and herb aromas.",Reserva - Estate Bottled,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2000 Reserva - Estate Bottled Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2000-reserva-estate-bottled-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2000,MontGras
13,Red,US,"A pungent nose of mint, black cherry and sweet spice kicks things off in good form, followed by cherry, berry and citrus flavors. On the back end there are some toasty notes, and overall it's friendly warm and well balanced. But there isn't a whole lot of stuffing, which you might expect for close to $30.",Hardscrabble,28,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 1999 Hardscrabble Red (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-1999-hardscrabble-red-virginia/,Red Blend,1999,Linden
12.9,Red,US,"Typical young, fresh, inexpensive Cabernet, with its jammy blackberry aromas and flavors. It's juicy and sharp in the mouth, with a dry bite of green, unripe grapes and raw finish. —S.H.",Oak Barrel Selection,10,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Forest Glen 1999 Oak Barrel Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1999-oak-barrel-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Forest Glen
7.5,White,Germany,"Hey, the price is right for this serviceable auslese that smells a bit dieselly and delivers plenty of ripe pear and fruit-cocktail flavors. Blends in some green apple and citrus as well, but seems a bit hollow in the midpalate. —J.C.",Urziger Wurzgarten Auslese,17,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Carl Graff 2001 Urziger Wurzgarten Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carl-graff-2001-urziger-wurzgarten-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Carl Graff
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Sandeman has produced a dark-colored, fruity wine, with aromas of chocolate, which is soft, easy to drink and certainly not for aging. With its sweetness and richness, it is almost like a New World table wine in style—enjoyable but maybe not Port. —R.V.",LBV Bottled 2001,19,84,Douro,,,Sandeman 1997 LBV Bottled 2001 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-1997-lbv-bottled-2001-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Sandeman
,White,Germany,"Aromas of fruit candies lead to a light, fresh crisp wine with some pleasing acidity and fresh fruits. —R.V.",Piesporter Michelsberg Auslese,12,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Schmitt Söhne 2001 Piesporter Michelsberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schmitt-sohne-2001-piesporter-michelsberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Schmitt Söhne
13,White,US,"Very fruity, a mouthful of lime, grapefruit, apple and peach flavors, and turns spicy and peppery on the finish. Feels a bit flat and heavy on the palate. Finishes very dry and with bright fruitiness.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2001-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Stonehedge
13,Red,US,"The color is of a Bordeaux wine with significant age behind it, and the aromas match: It's earthy, with more leather and mushroom than fresh fruit. Still, down deep there is some spiced cherry and coffee, and the acidity is vital enough to keep it alive and kicking. —M.S.",Estate Bottled - Unfiltered,17,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1998 Estate Bottled - Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1998-estate-bottled-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Pellegrini Vineyards
12,Red,France,"A solid, well-made wine with no flaws to speak of. The aromas of cinnamon and spice accent the soft cherry fruit. The flavors are your standard billing of cherry and raspberry, but it's all well executed. As you might hope, the finish is smooth and clean, and while it's a simple wine, it's by no means dull.",,10,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Lyre 2000 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lyre-2000-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine de la Lyre
13,Red,Italy,"The aromas are beautiful, showing field flowers, toasted cedar, and red raspberries.Flavors are lean and finish simple but juicy.",Carbio,18,88,Central Italy,Umbria,,Colli Amerini 1998 Carbio Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colli-amerini-1998-carbio-red-umbria/,Red Blend,1998,Colli Amerini
,Red,US,"A light-textured wine, creamy smooth on the palate, with a pretty blend of raspberry, blueberry, cherry and herb flavors that turn silky on the finish. A new release from Chuck Wagner of Caymus. —J.M.",,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Bel Glos 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-glos-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bel Glos
14.5,White,Australia,"A cooler climate Chardonnay that has hints of white peach and orange peel in the nose. Nutmeg, ash and stone fruit in the palate finish with lively acidity.",Orange Vineyard,22,88,New South Wales,Orange,,Rosemount 2001 Orange Vineyard Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-orange-vineyard-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,2001,Rosemount
13,Red,France,"As it should, the nose delivers rose petal, leather and pepper in classic Crozes style. The broad palate has more meat, spice and bacon than open-knit fruit, and the finish is broad and tannic. It's harder and firmer than the competition. But it's also tasty, expressive and should age well. —M.S.",Petite Ruche,23,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 2000 Petite Ruche  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-petite-ruche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2000,M. Chapoutier
13,Red,US,"This cool-climate Syrah is firmly structured, and boasts a blast of pepper and herb flavors alongside riper ones of blackberries. This is a young, fresh wine with some complexity. —S.H.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2000 Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,2000,Ventana
13.5,White,US,"Lean and angular, a wine whose fruity ripeness stops at citrus and apples. Yet the structure is interesting, with high acidity. Lees and oak add a touch of complexity. Finishes slightly bitter. —S.H.",Blakeman Vineyard,,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Seven Lions Winery 2000 Blakeman Vineyard Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-2000-blakeman-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Seven Lions Winery
13,White,Australia,"Fermented with its natural yeasts, this Chardonnay has a honeysuckle nose accented by marshmallow. The peach and mango flavors have a trace of curry, and the creamy, nutty mouthfeel finishes with an even balance.",Giants Creek,17,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 2001 Giants Creek Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-giants-creek-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Rosemount
14.1,Red,US,"Dark, almost black. You just know this is a big wine. Smells a bit one-dimensional and earthy, with blackberry notes and an oaky overlay. But it tastes a lot better. Big and thick, it fills the mouth with blackberry flavor, wrapped in soft, intricate tannins. —S.H.",Edizione Pennino,44,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 2000 Edizione Pennino Zinfandel (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-2000-edizione-pennino-zinfandel-napa-rutherford/,Zinfandel,2000,Niebaum-Coppola
12.5,Red,France,"Smooth and inviting up front, with bright cherry and cranberry flavors. This wine pops in the mouth as it borders on being peppy and electric. On the back end it's lightly wooded, and that oak yields a soft taste of milk chocolate. This is a fine example of the easy-to-drink wines coming out of southern France. —M.S.",,20,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,La Courtade 2000 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/courtade-2000-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2000,La Courtade
,Red,Spain,"More earthy and herbal than the '95, with chocolate and licorice notes. Maybe the leafy quality is from the 15% Cab Franc. Ample cherry, cassis and licorice flavors, but it finishes tannic and hard, which shortens the finish.",Reserva,23,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jean León 1996 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-1996-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Jean León
13.6,White,US,"Has well-developed tangerine, peach and pear flavors veering into tropical fruits, and an elaborate overlay of toasty oak. Lees add a slightly sour, creamy note. Finishes soft. —S.H.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 2000 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Bernardus
,Red,US,"An extraordinarily good Zin that avoids too-high alcohol and residual sugar. The beautiful flavors range from blackberries and blueberries through sage, tobacco and pepper. The tannins are smooth as velvet, and the mouthfeel is rich and layered. —S.H.",Jack Rabbit Flat,30,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2000 Jack Rabbit Flat Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-jack-rabbit-flat-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Renwood
15.5,Red,US,"Refined and elegant, with well-behaved blackberry, black cherry and pepper flavors that are reined in with fine, controlled tannins. Although the acidity could be higher, this is a lovely, complete Zin. —S.H.",Westside,19,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2000 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2000-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Peachy Canyon
13,Red,France,"From the Midi, a wine with a rich, tangy, animal earthiness to the blackberry flavors, and as dry as can be. It's complex but wild, untamed. It doesn't flatter on its own, but needs food. There's a quality a chef will appreciate and exploit. From Bonny Doon.",,9,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine des Blagueurs 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-blagueurs-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Domaine des Blagueurs
,Red,US,"Made in a light, accessible style, it retains Pinot's character without aggressive tannins or oak. The flavors of black cherry, tea and cinnamon are subtly spiced with toast. The dry finish is long-lasting and elegant. —S.H.",,29,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Alderbrook
13.7,White,US,"Lush, ripe and oaky, with oodles of juicy peach and tropical fruit flavors accented with the smoke, vanilla and spices of oak. The finish adds a burst of cleansing acidity. —S.H.",Regan Vineyard,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2000 Regan Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2000-regan-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2000,Bargetto
15.8,Red,US,"Ripe, rich and full-bodied, a wine that excites the palate with a delicious coat of blackberry and chocolate fruit sprinkled with pepper. Dry, with smooth, complex tannins, and Zin's wild, exuberant nature. —S.H.",Terra d'Oro,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1999 Terra d'Oro Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1999-terra-doro-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Montevina
,Red,US,"This wine feels plush and elegant in the mouth, with a light, silky texture. Tart, sour cherry flavors veer toward herbal, tomato and sage notes. Despite the absence of fruity flavor, the wine is surprisingly interesting and complex, and will come alive with the right foods. —S.H.",La Colline Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Tantara 2000 La Colline Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2000-colline-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tantara
14,White,Australia,"Lots of caramel, smoke and vanilla aromas show the oak treatment on this wine. The spicy pink and green peppercorn flavors combine with a full, complex finish in a unique Chardonnay.",Roxburgh,30,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 2001 Roxburgh Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-roxburgh-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Rosemount
13.9,Red,US,"A big, rich, thick wine, marked by substantial tannins and smoky, sweet oak. Buried down deep are pretty blackberry and coffee flavors, along with some peppery spice. The stubborn tannins suggest midterm aging. —S.H.",Estate,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1999 Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1999-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Signorello
13,Red,France,"Provence isn't all about rosé, as evidenced by this fine red. It begins with grapy, plummy aromas and then delivers a smooth package of plum and cherry fruit in the mouth. The tail end is dark, refined and handsome, with ample depth and power. And all the while vital acidity keeps it fresh and lively. Classy and eminently drinkable. Best Buy. —M.S.",Cotes de Provence,13,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaine de la Sauveuse 1999 Cotes de Provence Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-sauveuse-1999-cotes-provence-red-cotes/,Red Blend,1999,Domaine de la Sauveuse
,Red,US,"Shares the same characteristics as West Block, but this one is undeniably thinned down, maybe because the vineyard is closer to the river. Supple tannins and refreshing acidity frame leather, earth and tart cherry flavors. —S.H.",River Block,55,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2000 River Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2000-river-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rochioli
14,Red,Chile,Good complexity of fruit and soil qualities. The dark fruit flavors are balanced with earth and a touch of char. The finish is rich but soft and elegant at the same time. —C.S.,Caballo Loco No 6,35,89,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso NV Caballo Loco No 6 Red (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-nv-caballo-loco-no-6-red-central-valley/,Red Blend,,Valdivieso
,Red,US,"Quite bold and fruity, it's more like a Zinfandel. But so what? The wine is delicious, with ripe cherry and plum flavors backed by pretty chocolate and spice notes. Finishes long, with a subtle vanilla touch. From young Central Coast winemaker Benjamin Silver. —J.M.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Silver 2000 Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-2000-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,2000,Silver
13.9,White,US,"Rich and balanced, this big, full-bodied wine is filled with powerful flavors of citrus fruit and apple. Considerable acidity makes for a steely feel; there isn't a lot of oak, just enough to add some sweetness. —S.H.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Ledson
13.8,White,US,"Lean and tight, this is an appley wine with high acidity. The minerally, steely texture is firm and just the right match for fish. The oaky overlay adds richness but does not overwhelm this young, vivacious wine. —S.H.",Special Reserve,25,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 1999 Special Reserve Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-1999-special-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Husch
,White,US,"Toasty and rich, with pretty butterscotch, apricot, pear, hazelnut, citrus, melon and spice flavors. Round and full on the finish. —J.M.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cantiga Wineworks 2000 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantiga-wineworks-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Cantiga Wineworks
,Red,US,"Sweet oak and ripe fruit lead off. The follow-up features bright blackberry, currant, sage, thyme and toast flavors. Tannins are firm and fairly ripe, though slightly drying on the finish. —J.M.",Morisoli Vineyard,57,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 1999 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-1999-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Elyse
,Red,US,"Crisp, delicate Chard, shining with acidity that underscores peach and apple flavors. Considerable oak shows up in the form of smoke, vanilla, char and toast. Fans out over the palate to finish long and spicy. —S.H.",,24,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2000 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Talley
,Red,US,"A little riper and fruitier than Tantara's Bien Nacido bottling, with a distinct sour cherry flavor. The delicate tannins and acids are in good balance. Most notable for its luscious, velvety mouthfeel, this wine could improve in the short term. —S.H.",Dierberg Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2000 Dierberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2000-dierberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tantara
13.5,Red,Chile,Rich plum and blackberry aromas are mirrored with the same fruit in the flavors with the addition of cedar and toast. The wine finishes long with big but well integrated tannins. —C.S.,Reserve,20,89,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Valdivieso
12.5,Red,Italy,,Rubesco - Vigna Monticchio,43,89,Central Italy,Torgiano Rosso Riserva,,Lungarotti 1992 Rubesco - Vigna Monticchio Red (Torgiano Rosso Riserva),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-1992-rubesco-vigna-monticchio-red-torgiano-rosso-riserva/,Red Blend,1992,Lungarotti
,Red,US,"Aims for the middle of the road: not flamboyant or oaky, just the right balance of sweet berry fruit, acidity and wood. This lightly tannic wine will go with a range of foods. —S.H.",,24,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 1999 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,1999,Melville
14.5,Red,France,"Ripe, rich and muscular. The flavors are spicy, a fine mixture of prunes and pepper, while the finish is tight and chalky, offering a fine interplay of tannins and acids. —M.S.",Pierre Aiguille,28,89,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Pierre Aiguille  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-pierre-aiguille-grenache-gigondas/,Grenache,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,White,US,"Rich and lush, full bodied yet silky on the palate. This unusual blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Viognier and Muscat grapes lives up to its name. Nonetheless, it's well integrated, with peach, pear, apple, toast and spice flavors. —J.M.",Conundrum,24,89,California,California Other,California,Caymus 2001 Conundrum White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-2001-conundrum-white-other/,White Blend,2001,Caymus
,Red,US,"If ever there was a vintage to ripen Bordeaux grapes in Santa Barbara, it was this one. This commendable effort is plush and opulent, balancing cassis fruit with earthy tobacco notes. It has style and class, and if it lacks the extra depth of top North Coast clarets, it's at least coming close. —S.H.",Eros,36,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 1999 Eros Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-1999-eros-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Sunstone
13,Red,Italy,,Rosso di Montefalco,20,90,Central Italy,Montefalco,,Rocca di Fabbri 2000 Rosso di Montefalco  (Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-fabbri-2000-rosso-montefalco-red-montefalco/,Red Blend,2000,Rocca di Fabbri
14.1,Red,US,"This mouthful packs plenty of black currant fruit, plus elaborate oak shadings and soft, rich Napa tannins. Hold it in your mouth, feeling the great texture and letting the flavors change. Turns dry and tannic on the finish. —S.H.",Jefferson Cuvee,34,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1999 Jefferson Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1999-jefferson-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Monticello Vineyards
,White,US,"Silky smooth, with pear, apple, toast, spice and vanilla notes at the fore. The wine has good weight on the palate and a long, clean, supple finish. —J.M.",Oakville Ranch,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 2000 Oakville Ranch Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2000-oakville-ranch-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Miner
,Red,US,"Consciously built along the lines of cult Cabernets, this is a ripe, extracted wine of gentle acids and elaborate oak. It's filled with berry, chocolate and coffee flavors, but it's actually quite tannic. That drying feeling on the finish suggests cellaring. —S.H.",,51,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1999 Merlot (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1999-merlot-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Merlot,1999,Chalk Hill
,Red,US,"This vineyard is located in one of the coldest sections of Sonoma County, where the fog is unbarred by coastal hills. The wine shows that chilly, maritime influence in its sage and cherry tomato flavors. You either like this kind of earthy Pinot or you don't. I like the dryness and tart, acidic structure. —S.H.",Armagh Vineyard,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,CL 2000 Armagh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cl-2000-armagh-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,CL
13.5,Red,Chile,,Super Chilean Blend,32,90,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 2000 Super Chilean Blend Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-2000-super-chilean-blend-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Antiyal
,Red,US,"Rich and nuanced, with ripe black currant and plum flavors. The tannins are dry and refined, accompanied by refreshing acidity. There's great structure and elegance to this wine, which shows its appellation's terroir well. —S.H.",,45,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelham 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelham-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Kelham
,Red,Spain,"This is showing signs of early maturity. Its earthy, dusty quality suits the traditional cherry and cassis fruit. Some coffee, root beer and herbs give the finish a touch of the unusual. Yet it all works.",Reserva,23,90,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jean León 1995 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-1995-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Jean León
13.5,Red,US,"A smooth, rich red wine, without the hefty tannins that can mark this varietal. Beautifully round and ripe, with intense berry flavors. Drinks dry and crisp, and advances an already serious case for Sierra Foothills Barbera.",Terra d'Oro,18,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1999 Terra d'Oro Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1999-terra-doro-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,1999,Montevina
13.8,White,US,"Rich and creamy, this complex, layered wine is packed with white peaches, butterscotch, toast and honey. Completely dry, with enough acidity to make it lively. Finishes with some spice. Best Buy. —S.H.",,15,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Joullian 2000 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Joullian
,Red,US,"Clean, well-made and textbook Cab, with cassis and plum flavors and gritty, fine tannins. Dry and oaky, with ample concentration and focus. —S.H.",,35,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Terra Valentine 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-valentine-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Terra Valentine
,Red,US,"Pinot with great bones. Superb acids and accessible tannins frame flavors that range from tomatoes, tobacco and herbs to riper ones of cherries and blackberries. The wine is gentle on the palate, with layers of texture. —S.H.",,28,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2000 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Talley
14.5,Red,US,"Black currants and cherries on the nose are complemented by sooty char. Black fruit, ash and toast flavors highlight sweet blueberry and anise notes. Fine, dusty tannins add structure.",Patzimaro Vineyard - Est Grown - St. Helena,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1999 Patzimaro Vineyard - Est Grown - St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1999-patzimaro-vineyard-est-grown-st-helena-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Duckhorn
14,Red,US,"Delicious and complete, with lush, ripe fruit suggesting red raspberries and cherries harmonizing with white chocolate and various spices. Very dry, with soft but fine tannins and acids. Smooth and seductive. —S.H.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Equus 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/equus-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Equus
13.9,Red,US,"Textbook Central Coast Pinot, with cherry flavors veering toward tobacco, crushed hard spices, coffee and cola. Great acid-tannin balance makes for a wonderful mouthfeel, firm and authoritative. Layered, complex and vibrant. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Morgan
,Sparkling,US,"Quite delicate up-front, with hints of toast and citrus. The core is pretty and focused, showing lots of elegant cherry, melon and spice. Full bodied, yet balanced by tangy acidity and a fine lemony finish.",Étoile Rosé,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Domaine Chandon NV Étoile Rosé  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-rose-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
14,Red,France,"This wine is mostly Syrah—from old vines—and it really delivers the goods. The nose is deep and earthy, with a hint of minerals. The big plum-filled mouth is meaty and saturated, but not tannic or harsh. And the finish is tasty and fruity, with nuances of vanilla and spice. Overall it's a rock-solid winner with length, complexity and muscle.",Ultra,28,90,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Domaine la Coste 2000 Ultra Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-coste-2000-ultra-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Red Blend,2000,Domaine la Coste
13.5,Red,Italy,"A big, bold red with vanilla cream and game aromas. Blueberry, dark chocolate and earth flavors carry big tannins. Great with grilled meats. Drink 2004–2010. —C.S.",Estate Bottled,33,90,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Antonelli 1998 Estate Bottled  (Sagrantino di Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonelli-1998-estate-bottled-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1998,Antonelli
14.5,White,US,"A distinguished wine, with peach and apple fruit flavors lavishly decorated with smoky oak and lees. Anyone can do that, but here, the pedigree of the fruit and the care of the winemaking are evident. There's an elegance and finesse that makes this wine compelling. —S.H.",Signature,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 2000 Signature Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-2000-signature-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Chappellet
13.8,Red,US,"A solid mid-valley Cab. Well-ripened Cabernet fruit suggests black currants and blackberries, with rich earthy notes of tobacco and dried herbs. It's dry and velvety in the mouth. Tannins are thick, but negotiable. —S.H.",,38,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Burgess
13.5,Red,France,"Fairly powerful and extracted, with a dark hue, black-fruit aromas and scents of tar and rubber. The flavors are pure and pronounced—a hefty handful of plum, cassis, baking spices and black pepper. And the finish is great, what with its length, plush texture and rich chocolate and coffee flavors. Very warming and satisfying, with liveliness and zip. —M.S.",,19,90,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Perrin & Fils 1999 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-1999-red-vacqueyras/,Red Blend,1999,Perrin & Fils
12,Red,Italy,,,9,90,Central Italy,Umbria,,Nociano 1998 Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nociano-1998-red-umbria/,Red Blend,1998,Nociano
,Red,US,"Dense and concentrated, this Pinot achieves great complexity of structure while maintaining the requisite silkiness. Alongside deep blueberry and black cherry flavors, there's also a tomatoey streak. —S.H.",Kanzler Vineyard,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,CL 2000 Kanzler Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cl-2000-kanzler-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,CL
,White,US,"Similar to Talley's Rosemary's Vineyard Chard, with a lean, minerally edge to the polished apple flavors. Bright acids burst on the palate, while doses of oak and lees provide softer, creamier notes. —S.H.",Rincon Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2000 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2000-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Talley
,Red,US,"A very nice wine that smells great. Opens with perfumed scents of black currant and oak. Quite soft in the mouth, with thoroughly melted tannins and low acids. Could use a little bit more structure, but it's seductive stuff. —S.H.",,50,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Robert Mondavi
14.5,Red,US,"A fabulously rich, generous wine that oozes over the palate like nectar, carrying along black currant, cassis and herb flavors and substantial flavorings from oak. As good as it is, it feels soft on the palate. A hit of tannin kicks in on the finish. —S.H.",Garys' Vineyard,42,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2000 Garys' Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-garys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2000,Testarossa
12.5,Red,Italy,,San Giorgio,58,90,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lungarotti 1993 San Giorgio Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-1993-san-giorgio-red-umbria/,Red Blend,1993,Lungarotti
,Red,US,"Ripe and smooth for this varietal. The wine shows pretty, ripe cherry and blackberry flavors at its center. Dried herb and anise notes add complexity. Lush and long on the finish. —J.M.",Penny Lane Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 2000 Penny Lane Vineyard Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-2000-penny-lane-vineyard-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Venge
14,Red,Italy,,Cimbolo,20,90,Central Italy,Umbria,,Poggio Bertaio 2000 Cimbolo Sangiovese (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-bertaio-2000-cimbolo-sangiovese-umbria/,Sangiovese,2000,Poggio Bertaio
,Red,US,"There's nothing subtle about this fruit-driven wine, with its turbocharged flavors of wild berries and stone fruits. But 60-year-old vines give complexity and finesse over and above mere power, and discreet winemaking lets the fruit express itself. —S.H.",Snake Eyes,35,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2000 Snake Eyes Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-snake-eyes-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Murphy-Goode
14.7,Red,US,"Plush tannins and spicy black fruit on the palate leaven the whipped vanilla cream, strawberry, and cocoa aromas. A beam of currant fruit shines on the full, softly tannic finish.",,80,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Etude 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Etude
,Sparkling,US,"Elegant, with an intriguing spice edge, this wine shows hints of mineral, strawberry and herbs framed in bright, lemony acidity. Toasty, creamy notes extend along the palate, ending in a long, clean finish. —J.M.",Frivolites,90,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros NV Frivolites  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-nv-frivolites-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Carneros
,Red,US,"Just over the hill from both Napa and Sonoma valleys, Chalk Hill has similar conditions. This nicely ripened wine brims with pure black currant aromas. Shows fine balance and finesse, coming across as light and complex. —S.H.",,64,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chalk Hill
13.7,White,US,"Ripe and fancy, and not your usual oak-drenched Chardonnay. Fat, lush flavors of apples, peaches and pears have smooth accents of smoke and spice from wood, and crisp acidity makes for a bright mouthfeel. Possesses great concentration and intensity. —S.H. .",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Smith-Madrone 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Smith-Madrone
,Red,US,"Softer than the Pisoni, with a limpid mouthfeel that suggests mountain water. The flavors veer toward herbs and sun-sweetened tomatoes, with a suggestion of sour cherry. Shares the house style of elegance, lightness of body and complexity; it's a wine of intellectual rather than physical charm. —S.H.",Garys' Vineyard,42,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tantara 2000 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2000-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tantara
,White,US,"Here's a Chard that has it all. Well-toasted oak, rich vanilla and meringue, oriental spices, and plush, ripe fruits ranging from apples to peaches to papaya. Brings it all together with exceptional balance and harmony. Absolutely delicious. —S.H.",Stefani Vineyard,23,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Stefani Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-stefani-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
13.9,White,US,"Polished green apple and peach flavors are joined with oriental spices to provide a rich, tasty drink. Oak adds vanilla, smoke and toast. Very dry, with biting acidity. Earns extra points for complexity and great structure. —S.H.",Overlook,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Landmark 2000 Overlook Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-2000-overlook-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Landmark
13,Red,Italy,"The color is dark and youthful, while the nose is at first earthy and dusty before opening to reveal a deep plum core. Dark cherry and plum fruit mixes with coffee on the palate, while the finish is perfectly broad and smooth, an appropriate epilogue to a fine, extracted, modern Sangiovese-based wine. Editors' Choice. —M.S.",,22,91,Central Italy,Montefalco,,Arnaldo Caprai 2000  Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnaldo-caprai-2000-red-montefalco/,Red Blend,2000,Arnaldo Caprai
14.3,Red,US,"A big bold Syrah, ripe and fruity. Stuns the palate with blackberry, cassis and pepper flavors, and also a strong raisiny note. Fruity and clean in the mouth, but the tannins are considerable. Cellar this baby through 2006, then try again. —S.H.",Roasted Slope Vineyard,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2000 Roasted Slope Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2000-roasted-slope-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Andrew Murray
13.5,Red,Italy,A 50% Merlot-50% Sangiovese blend that has aromas of vanilla and new leather. The flavors of currants and cedar combine with big tannins in this powerful wine. Give this one some time. Drink 2004–2010 —C.S.,Campoleone,75,91,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lamborghini 2000 Campoleone Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamborghini-2000-campoleone-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2000,Lamborghini
,White,US,"A fascinating wine that combines power and charm. Not a blockbuster, it leans toward citrus and apple abetted by oak. On the leesy side; almond-skin bitterness creeps in on the finish. —S.H.",Rosemary's Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2000 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2000-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Talley
12.8,White,US,"Jordan's first-ever Russian River Chard is very good. It has the ripe green apple and peach flavors you expect from the appellation, with its crisp, supporting acids. Oak plays an integral, but not a dominating, role.  —S.H.",,26,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Jordan 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jordan-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Jordan
14.1,Red,US,"Rich and well-oaked, this is a fine exemple of Napa Valley Cab. Well-ripened cassis flavors lead the way, but the mountain grapes have yielded a tight, somewhat tannic wine that will reward extended cellaring. —S.H.","Diamond Mountain Reserve, Spaulding Vineyard",60,91,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,"Stonegate 1999 Diamond Mountain Reserve, Spaulding Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-1999-diamond-mountain-reserve-spaulding-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stonegate
,Red,US,"Starts with young, tough aromas of youthful Cabernet—earth, smoky oak, tobacco and plum. In the mouth, you get dusty tannins and crisp acids, but way down deep are some pretty blackberries. Its structure suggests aging through 2009. —S.H.",S.L.V.,100,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 S.L.V. Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-slv-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.7,White,US,"Brilliant, focused flavors of tangerine, white peach, honey, vanilla, lemon zest and smoke are delicious and complex. Bright acidity adds flair and life, while oak contributes a rich, creamy mouthfeel. The finish is long and intense. —S.H.",MacGregor Vineyard,18,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Mount Eden Vineyards 2000 MacGregor Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-2000-macgregor-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Mount Eden Vineyards
,Red,US,"A fabulously rich, generous wine that oozes over the palate like nectar, carrying along black currant, cassis and herb flavors and substantial flavoring from oak. Although it feels soft on the palate, a hit of tannin kicks in on the finish. —S.H.",Corley Reserve,85,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1999 Corley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1999-corley-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Monticello Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,,,23,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2001 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2001-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2001,Babcock
13,Red,Italy,"Gorgeous and intriguing scents of mustard, herbs and root beer mix with lively black fruit on the nose. The palate is perfectly ripe and supple, featuring bold berry fruit and chocolate. The finish is like a warm brownie, it's that good. Best Buy. —M.S.",,14,91,Central Italy,Montefalco,,Còlpetrone 1999  Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colpetrone-1999-red-montefalco/,Red Blend,1999,Còlpetrone
14,Red,Australia,"Aromas of eucalyptus, mint and wet clay signal a quality wine. The wine has blackberry fruit and a finish that combines sweet molasses and gravelly tannins. May be enjoyed now or will hold up to a few years in the cellar.",Mountain Blue,50,91,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 1999 Mountain Blue Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-mountain-blue-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-mudgee/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rosemount
,Red,US,"Dark and thick, it stains the glass. Opens with powerful aromas of olives, espresso, white chocolate, cherries, smoke and vanilla. Enormously complex, a cool-climate wine with pronounced but fine tannins and crisp acids. —S.H.",Meredith Estate,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merry Edwards 2000 Meredith Estate Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2000-meredith-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Merry Edwards
14.5,Red,US,"A fine, complex Pinot, sourced mostly from this well-regarded appellation, but boosted by some Bien Nacido-Santa Barbara fruit. It's rich and opulent, with ripe, fruity flavors. The tannins and acids are silky and softly approachable. —S.H.",Cuvee Niclaire,68,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2000 Cuvee Niclaire Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-cuvee-niclaire-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Testarossa
,Red,US,"Spectacular Zin. Drinks with the plush class of a great Cabernet, with well-behaved tannins, a fine overlay of oak, and exquisite balance. But it's Zin all the way with its exuberant, untamed flavors of wild berries. It's a lip-smackingly good wine, a textbook Sonoma Zin. —S.H.",Frei Ranch Vineyard,22,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Frei Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-frei-ranch-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"Smooth-textured, with toasty oak nuances upfront. The wine serves up a complex blackberry, currant, chocolate, spice and herb pastiche that spreads out wonderfully on the palate, finishing long. —J.M.",,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Downing Family 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/downing-family-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Downing Family
14.1,White,US,"Big, bold and buttery, a full-bodied Chard that takes over the mouth with great assertiveness. There's a ton of oak and lees, and the wine underwent total malolactic fermentation. The underlying flavors are citrusy, especially limes. This is a very fine Chardonnay, built for big, rich white meat entrées. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Flintwood,22,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Clos du Bois 1999 Flintwood Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-flintwood-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Clos du Bois
13.7,Red,US,"Almost inky black, one whiff tells you this is a hugely extracted wine. It's chock full of blackberry and cassis, plum, white chocolate, anise and smoky aromas and flavors. In the mouth, it's a big, tannic wine with soft acids, concentrated blackberry flavors and lots of flashy oak. Very high class, but tannic. Age for a few years. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Laureles,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1999 Laureles Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1999-laureles-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1999,Davis Bynum
,Red,US,"Lush and elegant, with intriguing blackberry, plum, spice, vanilla, currant and herb flavors. The tannins are ripe and smooth, but firm. The finish is long, ending with a fine balance of richness and brightness. The blend is 60% Cabernet Franc, 25% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. —J.M.",,60,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Vinoce 1999 Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinoce-1999-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Vinoce
,Red,US,"Impressive for its size and richness, but also for its elegance and finesse. Blackberry and olive flavors lead, while generous oak adds vanilla and cream notes. Soft tannins and acids provide a plushness that lasts through the refined   finish. —S.H.",Reserve Robert Young Vineyards,45,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 1999 Reserve Robert Young Vineyards Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-reserve-robert-young-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1999,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"The first-ever Pinot from a winery well-known for Bordeaux-style wines, it's a study in clonal selection and terroir. This wine just manages to achieve berried ripeness while maintaining crisp acidity. It's definitely a wine to watch in future vintages. —S.H.",,44,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Merryvale 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Merryvale
,Red,US,"Pretty similar to the Klopp bottling, with herbal notes suggesting coffee, earth, mushrooms and tobacco, and fruitiness just veering into cherry. Has much the same tannic and acidic structure, firm and masculine. A trace of bitterness calls for the richest possible foods. —S.H.",Windsor Gardens,54,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2000 Windsor Gardens Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2000-windsor-gardens-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Merry Edwards
15,Red,US,"Rich and nuanced, the flavors range from blackberries and blueberries through spiced plums and white chocolate. Best of all is the texture: rich, velvety, supple and flattering. It's a big wine, but wears its size well. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Todd Brothers Ranch,25,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 2000 Todd Brothers Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2000-todd-brothers-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Dashe Cellars
,Red,US,"Sleek and velvety, with a spicy edge to its bright, brambly flavors. Bing cherry, blackberry, currant, earth and herb notes are atthe fore, while a hint of cedar and pencil lead adds interest. The finish is clean. —J.M.",,45,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cakebread 2000 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2000,Cakebread
,Red,US,"Smoothly textured, with subtle berry, earth, herb and spice aromas. The wine fans out on the palate to reveal a focused, sleek and refined style, brimming with blackberry, cassis, anise, coffee, chocolate and herb flavors. Tannins are firm but ripe. It's all framed in sweet, toasty oak. Long at the end. —J.M.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Volker Eisele Family Estate
14.1,White,US,"Incredibly rich and toasty. Opens with a blast of charry oak, vanilla and caramel. Underlying fruit aromas range from lemons to apples, to peaches and tropical fruits. Drinks full-bodied and powerful, with a creamy texture and vibrant fruit. A sweet-sour note of lees shows up on the finish. —S.H.",Oakville Estate Cuvee Sauvage,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Franciscan 2000 Oakville Estate Cuvee Sauvage Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2000-oakville-estate-cuvee-sauvage-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Franciscan
,Red,US,"This wine, from selected barrel lots, combines the best of riper grapes filled with cherry fruit and leaner ones, with their herbal, cranberry and tomato flavors. The result is complex. Neither sweet nor dry, it tantalizes the palate, and seems to change with every sip. Oak provides some smoky, spicy accents. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Heritage Reserve,30,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1999 Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1999-heritage-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Schug
14,Red,Australia,"This is what Syrah was meant to taste like. It has big blackberry flavors mixed with nutmeg and clove, which give it great complexity and depth. The finish is full and long. Drink 2004–2012.",Balmoral,50,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rosemount 1999 Balmoral Syrah (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-balmoral-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mclaren-vale/,Syrah,1999,Rosemount
,Red,US,"This bottling is similar in every respect to Talley's regular Pinot, which costs far less. It shares the flavor range—tobacco, tomatoes and herbs through fruits like blackberries and cherries—and has polished tannins and lively acidity. What makes it different is concentration. Everything comes together on the palate at a single intense point. —S.H.",Rincon Vineyard,45,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 2000 Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2000-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Talley
,Red,US,"Restrained for a '99, this wine hides its potential in a youthful cloak of oak and tannin. Cellar this while you're drinking your cult Cabs, and come back to it in 2009. —S.H.",Cask 23,150,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 Cask 23 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-cask-23-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"Velvety smooth and plush, this intense wine shows complex layers of smoke, blackberry, cassis, licorice and spice. It's all framed in toasty oak and firm, ripe tannins, finishing long and lush. —J.M.",,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Juslyn Vineyards 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juslyn-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Juslyn Vineyards
,Red,US,"Elegant, with silky tannins and lovely cherry, violet, cassis, chocolate, anise and herb flavors. The wine is focused and sleek, with a long finish. —J.M.",Benchland Select,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 1999 Benchland Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1999-benchland-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Cakebread
,Red,US,"Plush and smooth, with round, ripe tannins that frame a core of black currant, blackberry, plum, herb, coffee and vanilla flavors. The wine is balanced, supple and long on the finish. —J.M.",Three Sisters,90,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 1999 Three Sisters Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1999-three-sisters-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Cakebread
,Red,US,"Dark as night, clearly a concentrated wine. Brooding aromas are dominated by smoky oak, although under that are cherry, chocolate, olive and herb scents. Explodes in the mouth, filling the palate with richness and authority. Tannic and acidic now, but with a core of cherry fruit worth aging. —S.H.",Klopp Ranch,48,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2000 Klopp Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2000-klopp-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Merry Edwards
13.9,Red,US,"Serves up layers of ripe, lush cherry, blackberry, cassis, herb and spice flavors. Firm, ripe tannins and discreet use of oak make this a winner. —J.M.",,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Wine Co. 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-wine-co-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Napa Wine Co.
14.5,Red,Italy,"Cedar, chocolate and black plum aromas introduce a rich, juicy mouthfeel and a long, complex finish. Made in a modern style, this delicious red is approachable now but will last for some time. Editors' Choice. —C.S.",Villa Fidelia Rosso,55,92,Central Italy,Umbria,,Sportoletti 2000 Villa Fidelia Rosso Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sportoletti-2000-villa-fidelia-rosso-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2000,Sportoletti
,Red,US,"The fruitiest of Tantara's current offerings, although there's considerable herb, earth and tobacco accompanying the tart black-cherry flavors. This is a dry, acidic wine with noble tannins whose most striking feature, as with all Tantara's Pinots, is its smooth mouthfeel. —S.H.",Pisoni Vineyard,54,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tantara 2000 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2000-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tantara
13.9,White,US,"From mountain vineyards, an intense fruit with enormously concentrated apple and peach flavors, generously oaked. The texture is creamy smooth, with sprightly acidity to make it lively and fresh. The long, spicy finish leaves behind a rich mouthfeel. —S.H.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Pride Mountain
14.5,Red,US,"Intensely concentrated, this wine is almost black. The aroma is all about pepper, but there's also plenty of blackberry, dark chocolate and oak. Rich, fat and full-bodied, with considerable tannins. —S.H.",Black Bear Block,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 1999 Black Bear Block Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1999-black-bear-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Zaca Mesa
,Red,US,"Quite plush. Redolent of black cherry and plum in the nose. This is classic, deep, lush Zin, packed with sweet fruit, spice, pepper and chocolate flavors. Zippy acidity lends freshness to the finish. Downright hedonistic. At this price, you might call it a cheap thrill. Editors' Choice. —J.M.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2000 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Michael Blaise Terrien is the winemaker at Acacia, but this is his private project, with vineyard owner Peter Kazmer Molnar. The wine starts with white pepper, but is distinctly Pinot-esque in the silky mouthfeel. The fruit is very pure, tantalizing, with a come-hither tease, and restates the case for Carneros as serious Pinot country. —S.H.",Primo's Hill,42,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kazmer & Blaise 2000 Primo's Hill Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kazmer-blaise-2000-primos-hill-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kazmer & Blaise
,White,US,"Absolutely delicious, first-rate Chard marked by a noble structure. Flavors aren't bad either—think green apples generously sprinkled with oriental spices. Feels crisp and authoritative in the mouth through the long, firm finish. —S.H.",Ovation,44,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2000 Ovation Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2000-ovation-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Joseph Phelps
,Red,Spain,"The jewel of Jean León's current lineup. This is a pure, leafy, smoky Old World beauty with just enough modernity to keep it up to date. The flavors are big and broad, offering notes of bacon, spice, plum and tomato. Cinnamon and other sweet nuances appear toward the end.",Gran Reserva,33,92,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jean León 1994 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-1994-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Jean León
13.5,Red,Italy,"This Sagrantino is made in a New World style with fresh cedar, ripe blackberry, and blueberry fruit. A rich, intense mouthfeel touched off with dark chocolate makes for a truly delicious wine. —C.S.",Collepiano,48,92,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Arnaldo Caprai 1998 Collepiano  (Sagrantino di Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnaldo-caprai-1998-collepiano-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1998,Arnaldo Caprai
,Red,US,"From Green Valley, this vigorous Syrah shows distinct cool-climate character in its white pepper, blackberry and smoky oak aromas. Rich and full-bodied, it's firmly tannic   but smooth and velvety. Delicious now, and   will age well through at least 2007. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Dutton Ranch Cherry Ridge Vineyard,35,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Dutton Ranch Cherry Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-ranch-cherry-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,US,"This blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon and 35% Cab Franc has silky ripe tannins that support black-cherry, raspberry, plum, chocolate, spice, herb and earth flavors. The finish is racy yet in keeping with the style—elegant and supple to the end. —J.M.",Rutherford,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 1999 Rutherford Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-1999-rutherford-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Frog's Leap
,Red,US,"Entirely from a vineyard in the Stags Leap District, which is a little cooler than mid-Napa appellations. This gorgeous, sumptuous, fully ripened wine has aromas of blackcurrants, mushrooms, coffee and sage. In the mouth, it has classic cabernet flavors and structure. The tannins are a wonder, rich and thick but easy and delicious. A total delight to sip, and it will age, too.",Fay Vineyard,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 Fay Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-fay-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
14.4,Red,US,"Seductively delicious, a wine that caresses the palate with velvety tannins. Dry and balanced, with cassis, blackberry, tobacco and herb flavors. Oak adds char, vanilla and smoke, as well as a woody sweetness. Seems higher in acidity that many other Napa Cabs, which gives it grip and body. —S.H.",Cask Cabernet,65,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 1999 Cask Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1999-cask-cabernet-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Niebaum-Coppola
13.1,White,US,"Unbelievably dense, a wine compacted with all sorts of stone and tropical fruits ranging from peaches to papayas. Lavishly oaked and drenched with buttered toast, smoke, vanilla and butterscotch. This is a full-throttle, no-holds-barred Chard, oozing with richness. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Westside Farms,34,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2000 Westside Farms Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-westside-farms-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Gary Farrell
,White,US,"Fabulously rich and complex, this wine stuns the palate with its ever-shifting flavors, which range from citrus through apples, peaches and tropical fruits. Spicy and cinnamony, with an elaborate oak overlay that is perfectly suited for fruit this big. Lush and opulent, right through the long finish. —S.H.",,42,93,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mer Soleil 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mer-soleil-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Mer Soleil
,Red,US,"Pinot on Sonoma Mountain? Yes, if it's on the Pacific-facing side. Shares much in common with Sonoma Coast Pinots in a ripe vintage. Cherry, spice and peppery-tobacco flavors are framed by soft tannins and crisp acidity. Complex and compelling, this wine changes every second on the palate. —S.H.",Steiner Vineyard,42,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Ancien 1999 Steiner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancien-1999-steiner-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,1999,Ancien
,Red,US,"Very dry, with plum, cherry and blackberry flavors, and hints of green olives, fresh herbs and tobacco. Has a great, sexy structure, with dusty tannins. Long on the finish. This is a wine for the cellar, although it's beautiful now. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,45,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelham 1999 Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelham-1999-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,1999,Kelham
,Red,US,"Sleek, smooth and focused, powerful but elegant, this wine shows vivid blackberry, plum, anise, sage, chocolate and spice flavors all couched in classy oak. Tannins are firm and fine, providing structure and finesse. —J.M.",Vineyard Select,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Juslyn Vineyards 1999 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juslyn-1999-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Juslyn Vineyards
,Red,US,"Big Pinot, opening with a blast of black cherries, truffle, smoke, new kid leather and a thousand other scents. Rich, dense and fruity—a delight packed with pure cherry flavors. Yet it feels light as a feather, soft as silk. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,32,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Merry Edwards
,White,US,"On the nose, it starts off with racy tangerine, spice and earth aromas. Beautifully balanced on the palate, with good body, moderate acidity and just the right amount of toasty oak—all framing a complex web of pear, apple, mango, papaya, melon, citrus and herb flavors. Long at the end. —J.M.",Heintz Vineyard,40,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2000 Heintz Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-heintz-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Deep, dark, brooding and delicious, a massive young Cabernet brimming with ripe flavors and superb tannins. A solid dose of toasty oak frames complex flavors of chocolate, herbs, blackberries, coffee and spice. The long, sweet finish is impressive. —S.H.",Reserve,75,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Kelham 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kelham-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Kelham
14.5,Red,Italy,"Wonderful aromas are of cedar, earth and leather. The flavors are intense black plums and dark chocolate. The tannins are huge but the fruit and complexity will still be there when they soften. This wine needs some time: drink 2005–2015. Cellar Selection. —C.S.",Venticinque Anni 25,88,93,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Arnaldo Caprai 1998 Venticinque Anni 25  (Sagrantino di Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arnaldo-caprai-1998-venticinque-anni-25-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1998,Arnaldo Caprai
14.1,Red,US,"Black as midnight, and stains the side of the glass. This is a big, extracted wine with plenty ofbody. Potent Cabernet aromas of black currants, tar, tobacco and herbs explode from the glass, along with lots of sweet oak. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,56,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Pride Mountain
,Red,US,"Smooth, rich and lush, with firm tannins that support a wonderfully complex blend of plum, blackberry, black cherry, coffee, anise, chocolate, herb and earth flavors. Lingers on the finish. —J.M.",Reserve,155,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Plumpjack 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumpjack-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Plumpjack
14.1,Red,US,"Rich and sumptuous, this is a magnificently decadent Merlot that oozes ripe grapes and elaborate oak. The flavors veer toward blackberries and cassis, with a delicious taste of French olives. The   fruit easily handles the oaky overlay. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Monticello Vineyards
,Red,US,"From a 4.5-acre vineyard directly behind To Kalon, this is only the winery's third vintage. Sleek and plush, it's loaded with dark plum, black cherry, chocolate, cola, blackberry and spice flavors. The tannins are supple, and the finish is long. Editors' Choice. —J.M.",Estate,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emilio's Terrace 1999 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilios-terrace-1999-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Emilio's Terrace
,Red,US,"Smells big and meaty, suggesting earth, mutton, tobacco and anise, but there's also a burst of dark stone fruits, berries and dark chocolate. In the mouth, it's gigantic yet balanced and harmonious. Massive flavors of perfectly ripened berries are offset by gorgeous acids and luscious tannins. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",West Block,65,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2000 West Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2000-west-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rochioli
13.8,White,US,"Incredible wine, although some may find it overoaked. Dark gold color. Huge, luscious flavors, oozing with tropical fruits, smoky honey, oriental spices, buttered toast, tangerine, vanilla and crème fraîche. This decadent wine seems thick in the mouth. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,45,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1999,Mount Eden Vineyards
,Red,US,"Fabulous depth and complexity, from the lush cherry flavors to the rich, velvety texture to the long, fascinating finish. The fruit is wonderfully set off against smoky oak. It's the kind of wine you'd drink at your last meal. —S.H.",Olivet Lane,48,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merry Edwards 2000 Olivet Lane Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merry-edwards-2000-olivet-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Merry Edwards
14.2,White,US,"Gorgeous, explosive, a real crowd pleaser. Rich tropical fruit flavors, layered with brown spices, are framed in toasty oak. A burst of refreshing acidity makes this massive wine drink bright and firm. Lush and vibrant in the mouth, perfectly balanced, with a long, spicy finish that lasts a full 30 seconds or more. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,39,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Vine Cliff 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Vine Cliff
,Red,US,"Absolutely delicious. Complex flavors of berries, herbs, spices and tannins mingle together on the palate, always shifting and fascinating. The whole is wrapped in sweetly toasted oak. Feels lush and creamy, like butter. Cellar Selection. —S.H.",To Kalon Reserve,150,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 1999 To Kalon Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-to-kalon-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Robert Mondavi
,White,US,"Creamy smooth but balanced by firm, tangy acidity, and toasty oak and hazelnut flavors. This complex, elegant and sensual wine coats the palate with ripe melon, pear, fig and apple flavors, all highlighted by fresh lemon, orange and herb notes. Clean and long on the finish, this is top-notch Chardonnay. Editors' Choice. —J.M.",Hirsch Vineyard,42,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2000 Hirsch Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-hirsch-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Williams Selyem
,Red,US,"Even at this price, most of the 400-case production is already snapped up. Nonetheless, this is great Cabernet. Incredibly plush, ultrafeminine, with all the bells and whistles of a hallmark wine. Flavors lean toward cherry, blackberry, plum, strawberry, toast, vanilla, anise, herbs, spice and chocolate. It's all couched in velvety, smooth tannins and a finish that doesn't stop. Cellar Selection. —J.M.",Backus Vineyard,150,96,California,Napa,Oakville,Joseph Phelps 1999 Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1999-backus-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Joseph Phelps
12.5,Red,US,"Fruit is totally lacking in this starched out, lean wine that is obviously striving for more, given its price tag. The flavor profile is all cranberry, tomato and bitter greens and while the feel in the mouth is good, the finish is cloying and herbal. —M.S.",,45,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Meritage (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-long-island-north-fork/,Meritage,1998,Castello di Borghese
,Red,US,"Somewhat strange at first, with ultra-bright texture and a riotous array of canned cherry, menthol, blueberry, and herb flavors. Tannins are rustic and the finish is a bit longer than you bargained for, with a touch of sweetness at the end.",Cuvee Rouge,9,80,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2001 Cuvee Rouge Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2001-cuvee-rouge-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,2001,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
13,Red,US,"Smoky and crisp textured, the wine is somewaht bitter, though it carries some pleasant cherry and herb flavors. The finish is tart, with more smoke and licorice overtones.",Estate Bottled - Unfiltered,17,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1998 Estate Bottled - Unfiltered Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1998-estate-bottled-unfiltered-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Pellegrini Vineyards
12.5,Red,France,"Earthy at first, and there's also a peanut-like scent to the concentrated bouquet. The palate is on the softer side, but ripe plum and pepper flavors drive it forward, and the final act is a finish of coffee and raisins. —M.S.",,13,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vidal-Fleury 1999 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-1999-red-vacqueyras/,Red Blend,1999,Vidal-Fleury
,Red,US,"From this memorable vintage, a huge, tannic wine, dark almost to the point of blackness, and dense and rich in blackberry and pepper fruit. You could easily mistake it for Syrah, it's that full-bodied. Amazingly, the grapes were not picked until November. —S.H.",Coastlands Vineyard,52,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 1999 Coastlands Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-1999-coastlands-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Williams Selyem
13.9,White,US,"Oakier and leesier than the chateau's regular bottling, with riper fruit that veers into papayas and mangoes. Still, there's something earthy and heavy about the wine. —S.H.",Private Reserve Sur Lie,30,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2000 Private Reserve Sur Lie Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2000-private-reserve-sur-lie-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Château Julien
13.5,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, with cherry, tea and cola flavors and soft tannins. It's an easy drinking wine, dry and clean, with Pinotesque silkiness. —S.H.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2001 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2001-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Barefoot Cellars
14.3,Red,US,"Marred by an excessively Port-like character. Seems overly alcoholic, overly sweet, and overly extracted in every sense, with overripe berries that lend a raisiny flavor. —S.H.",Les Coteaux,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2000 Les Coteaux Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2000-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Andrew Murray
,Red,Australia,,,18,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Forefathers 2001 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2001,Forefathers
12.6,Red,Australia,"Tight in the nose, with hints of tomato and black plum. The flavors veer toward plum and cherry, as there's quite a lot of fruit here. Furthermore, it's nice and easy on the palate. Some toasty oak appears on the finish, which is buttery and fairly long. —M.S.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wombat Gully 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wombat-gully-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Wombat Gully
,White,US,"From the rugged, limestone-infused hills east of Monterey, this is an intensely concentrated wine whose peach flavors are made more complex by a mineral streak that's suggestive of flint or gunmetal. The flavors are enormous, and the structure is gorgeous. Crisp acidity and a creamy texture suit the fruit perfectly. Finishes dry and spicy.",Michaud Vineyard,36,93,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 2000 Michaud Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-michaud-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2000,Testarossa
12,Sparkling,France,"A wonderful Chardonnay-based bubbly, tight and muscular, with a profusion of sleek green fruits. Compact and somewhat slow to reveal its inner depths, this ageworthy bottle gradually unfolds into a textured, creamy and seductive, multilayered treat.",Diamant Blanc,50,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Diamant Blanc  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-diamant-blanc-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,White,US,"This is really a different kind of California Chardonnay. It offers apples and pears, with expressive acidity and a powerful dose of lees. The oak is there, in the smoke and vanilla, but plays a subsidiary role. It possesses those undefinable qualities of elegance and complexity.",Blocks 19 and 20,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2000 Blocks 19 and 20 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2000-blocks-19-20-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Hendry
13,Red,Australia,"Smooth and cool in the nose, with a touch of menthol topping off fragrant blackberry. The palate is searingly fresh, courtesy of bright acids and even brighter ripe grapes. Some tasty cocoa and coffee derived from well-integrated oak adds character the finish. Full-bodied but not even bordering on flabby.",Genus 4,20,91,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,McGuigan 1999 Genus 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-1999-genus-4-cabernet-sauvignon-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,McGuigan
,White,US,"Very complex fruit, forward and brilliant, ranging from apples and peaches through pears to unctuous tropical fruits, and it's set off against a lavish display of oak and lees. It's lively in the mouth thanks to refreshing acidity.",Camelback,16,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bighorn 1999 Camelback Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-1999-camelback-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Bighorn
13.6,White,US,"After all these years, this is still one of the best and most distinctive Chards in Napa. Eschewing the fat, blowsy style, this wine is tightly wound and nervy, although there's plenty of tropical fruit flavor and enough oak to satisfy. Lemony acidity shows up in the middle palate and lasts through the long finish, suggesting moderate aging possibilities.",,33,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Grgich Hills
12,Sparkling,France,"Bright citrus and mineral aromas (plus a slight salinity) up front; simple meringue and white stone-fruit flavors play in the mouth. Has steady, even bead and enough structure to be a cellar candidate.",Cuvée Speciale Premier Cru Brut,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1995 Cuvée Speciale Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1995-cuvee-speciale-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Nicolas Feuillatte
13.5,Red,Australia,"A big, button-pushing concentrated wine, and so obviously Shiraz (75%, anyway) that you'd easily pick it out of a blind lineup. Caramel, butterscotch and black pepper highlights run all the way through. New World and yummy, but if over-the-top ain't your thing, steer clear of it.",Limited Release,50,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1997 Limited Release Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1997-limited-release-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Jacob's Creek
,Red,Portugal,,Tinto da Anfora Grande Escohla,30,90,Alentejano,,,J.P. Vinhos 1999 Tinto da Anfora Grande Escohla Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-1999-tinto-anfora-grande-escohla-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1999,J.P. Vinhos
12,Sparkling,France,"Some gunmetal scents are followed by flavors of ripe fruit, just bordering on overripe. Definitely a California style, with early signs of oxidation making for a fleshy, forward, succulently fruity wine. Ready to go right now.",Blanc de Chardonnay,32,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 1996 Blanc de Chardonnay Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-1996-blanc-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1996,Duval-Leroy
,Sparkling,France,"About two-thirds Chardonnay and one-third Pinot Noir, this is a soft, round and fruity wine, with supple, silky flavors that lay out broadly across the palate. Lush and creamy, it seduces with big, forward fruit, rich enough to pair with salmon.",Brut,42,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Duval-Leroy
,Red,Portugal,"Garrafeira means a wine designed for cellaring. From this small 50-acre vineyard in Arraiolos in the the Alentejo, this powerful concentrated wine is a blend of Caberenet Sauvignon and Aragonês. Almost black in color., this is a hugely rich, almost impenetrable wine, with dark, tarry fruit and big solid tannins.  With its dryness it is quite old fashioned, but the richness that comes from the fruit more than balances. —R.V.",Tapada de Coelheiros Garrafeira,42,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Coelheiros 1999 Tapada de Coelheiros Garrafeira Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-coelheiros-1999-tapada-garrafeira-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1999,Herdade dos Coelheiros
14,Red,Australia,"The bramble-laden nose is tight and potent, with the essence of mint peeking through. Powerful berry and plum fruit follows on the stylish, smooth palate, and there's a good dose of _mocha on the airy, svelte finish. It's young but not awkward, with a clean profile and a healthy mouthfeel.",Ewell Vineyard,18,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hamilton's Ewell Vineyard 2000 Ewell Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamiltons-ewell-vineyard-2000-ewell-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Hamilton's Ewell Vineyard
,White,France,"A delightful and complex wine made from the Macabeu grape. It has dry flavors that range from citrus to fig to fennel, and is kind of a cross between Sauvignon Blanc and Roussanne. The smooth, velvety texture is great. Best Buy. —S.H.",Grande Reserve Blanc,13,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château La Boutignane 2001 Grande Reserve Blanc Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-boutignane-2001-grande-reserve-blanc-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,2001,Château La Boutignane
,White,US,"Chehalem makes a number of excellent, single vineyard white wines in a true Alsatian style. This vineyard-designated dry Riesling, creamy and fresh with vibrant flavors of melon, lime and pineapple, stands head and shoulders above most domestic efforts. —P.G.",Corral Creek Reserve Dry,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2001 Corral Creek Reserve Dry Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2001-corral-creek-reserve-dry-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2001,Chehalem
12,Sparkling,France,"An excellent balance of earthy, meaty flavors and bright, racy acidity. Its bead is fine; its mousse, creamy. Tangy lemon and grapefruit flavors liven up the finish.",R.D. Extra Brut,150,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1990 R.D. Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1990-rd-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Bollinger
,Red,Italy,"An elegant, balanced wine produced at the 10-year-old castle belonging to the Matta family. Fruit dominates, black and sweet with soft tannins and perfumes of violets. A delicious wine that should age well over the next five years. —R.V.",Riserva Petri,24,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello Vicchiomaggio 1998 Riserva Petri  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-vicchiomaggio-1998-riserva-petri-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello Vicchiomaggio
,Red,Australia,"Very powerfully oaked, this old-vine wine opens with aromas of smoke and vanilla, and the beautiful perfume of young new wood. The flavors are oaky, too, but the underlying fruit flavors are so dramatically bold, they handle the wood well. Long in the middle palate and the finish, this wine is stuffed with fruit.",Blackwell Shiraz,25,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 1998 Blackwell Shiraz Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-1998-blackwell-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,St Hallett
,Red,US,,Black Oak Vineyard,30,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,River's Edge 2000 Black Oak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivers-edge-2000-black-oak-vineyard-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,River's Edge
,Red,Portugal,"The dark purple color, the huge, solid tannins and new wood flavors make this a powerful but still elegant wine, produced by the Symington family in partnership with João van Zeller. A layer of dryness gives structure to the powerful, concentrated young fruit. —R.V.",Quinta de Roriz Reserva,29,91,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2000 Quinta de Roriz Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2000-de-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta de Roriz
,Red,Portugal,"The 73-acre Quinta das Maias, under the same ownership as Quinta dos Roques, is located on the slopes of Portugal's highest mountain range, the Serra da Estrela. The Jaen vines planted there have produced a densely fruity wine, dark purple in color, with rich, black, juicy fruit. Flavors of cranberries and dry tannins come along with firm wood, but dominating it all is richness. —R.V.",Quinta das Maias Jaen,22,91,Dão,,,Faldas da Serra 2000 Quinta das Maias Jaen Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faldas-serra-2000-quinta-das-maias-jaen-red-dao/,Red Blend,2000,Faldas da Serra
,White,US,"Sleek and elegant, with a fine blend of melon and citrus flavors. A mineral core adds complexity. It's toasty, smooth and long at the finish.",Belle Terre Vineyard,22,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2000 Belle Terre Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2000-belle-terre-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,Portugal,"This is the star wine from Cortes de Cima, owned by Dane Hans Jorgenson and his California wife Carrie. It boasts aromas of dark, mature tarry fruits on the nose and a palate of big, sweet fruit, with layers of wood and sweet black-currant jelly, balanced with ripe but firm tannins that give a great sense of structure and purpose. The fruit (which includes Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend) makes it drinkable now, but it will age well. —R.V.",Reserva,45,91,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 1998 Reserva Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-1998-reserva-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1998,Cortes de Cima
,Red,Portugal,"This is a huge, powerful wine, from the almost black color to the aromas of tarry fruit, and the flavors of wood and sweet blackberries. It will certainly age well—10 years or more. —R.V.",Quinta da Murqueira,,91,Dão,,,Cardoso de Menezes 2000 Quinta da Murqueira Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cardoso-menezes-2000-quinta-murqueira-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2000,Cardoso de Menezes
,Red,Portugal,"Rich tobacco and wood aromas follow through on the palate to sweet, dark berries and ripe tannins. This is a finely structured wine, with acidity balancing the firm fruit and flavors of sweet fruitcake. Best Buy. —R.V.",,10,91,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2000,DFJ Vinhos
,White,US,"Captures all the notes that makes Chard the world's number one white wine: Spiced apple, ripe peach, smoky vanilla, toasty oak and bright, crisp acidity. Add in that BV balance and harmony, and you've got a winner.",,18,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"Very close in profile to Blocks 19 and 20, although a tad leaner. Apple and pear flavors are joined with herbs, with rich lees and a balanced overlay of smoky oak. These two Block wines are so similar, only an expert could tell them apart.",Blocks 9 and 21,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 2000 Blocks 9 and 21 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-2000-blocks-9-21-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Hendry
12,Sparkling,France,"Rich and toasty, with fully integrated flavors, this wine seems well on its way to matching the glories of the 1985. Alluring bread dough scents lead into a somewhat lean palate, laced with cinnamon spice.",Diamant Bleu,70,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 1995 Diamant Bleu  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-1995-diamant-bleu-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,US,"This rising superstar Oregon winery, best known for its landmark Tempranillo, here showcases a stunningly good Malbec. Dense, inky purple and blue colors set up an edgy and intense wine, full of mountain-grown fruit flavors. Plum, berry, baked apple and allspice light up the palate, arrayed over a powerful base of mineral, acid and earth. —P.G.",,18,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2000 Malbec (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2000-malbec-southern-umpqua-valley/,Malbec,2000,Abacela
,Red,US,"Can a wine be light and serious too? This one is both. By light, I mean it's not real concentrated, fruit-wise. It's an earth-driven wine, with tomato and beet flavors, and it's pretty tannic. It's also light in the way it floats on the tongue. It's very silky. But it's a serious wine because it makes you stop and think about it, which is half the fun. It may also be ageable. —S.H.",,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bergström 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bergström
14.5,White,US,"Smooth and silky, with subtle pear, melon, vanilla, mineral and herb flavors that are polished and integrated. Finishes long, with a classy citrus edge.",Dutton Ranch,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merryvale 1999 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Merryvale
,White,US,"This new winery is aiming for the fences with its bells-and-whistles Chard. Barrel fermentation and sur lie aging add creamy overlays to ripe tropical-fruit flavors. Crisp acidity makes the flavors shine, and produces a brisk, clean finish. Notable for its balance and harmony.",,19,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Orbis 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orbis-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Orbis
13.7,White,US,"From this red-hot AVA, this exciting Chard rocks with bold, penetrating fruit. You can taste the cool ocean tang, which coaxed out apples and citrus, while winemaker bells and whistles, such as barrel fermentation and sur lie aging, provide welcome complexities. They completed the malolactic fermentation, which softens the wine a bit but makes it buttery and creamy.",,20,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,La Crema
,Red,Portugal,"The estate wine of Esporão is this huge property's best wine (apart from the limited-release Garrafeira). Its Aragonês, Trincadeira and Cabernet Sauvignon are aged in American oak. With its hugely concentrated black-fruit flavors and smooth, ripe tannins, it should age well. —R.V.",Esporao Reserva,15,91,Alentejo,,,Herdade do Esporão 2000 Esporao Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2000-esporao-reserva-red-alentejo/,Red Blend,2000,Herdade do Esporão
13.7,White,US,"Solid varietal Gewurztraminer, brimming with grapefruit, litchee, lemon, melon, fig, spice and anise flavors. It's bright and fresh, yet full and lush on the palate, finishing with a long, mineral edge. Delicious.",,,91,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 2000 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-2000-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Standing Stone
,Red,US,"Dark, sensual and loaded with spicy, smoky black fruits, this eastern Oregon-grown Cabernet offers thick, perfectly ripe flavors and smooth tannins. Still young and grapey, it finishes with dark expressions of coffee, cedar and roasted meats. Just 70 cases made. —P.G.",McDuffee Vineyard,27,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2000 McDuffee Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2000-mcduffee-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other-columbia-valley-or/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Sineann
,White,US,"Not-too-ripe fruit is blended with modest oak and a scattering of lees to make a Chablis-style wine of high quality. It's lean by contrast with today's hugely ripe Chards, with flavors of peaches and green apples. But the winemaker additions add richness to this sleek, stylish wine.",,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Silverado
,Red,Australia,"This is one dark wine, and the aromas are young and fresh, with a heap of blackberry and white chocolate and a hint of something herbal, or licorice. It's a big, lusty wine, packed with berry flavors and with a solid grip of tannins. Huge and concentrated now, but should soften and gain complexity in time.",,30,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2000 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2000,Vasse Felix
,Red,Portugal,"The local Alfrocheiro grape, when ripe like this, yields broad sweeps of ripe black, tarry fruit. This wine is big, fat and stately. It will offer a great time if you drink it now, but it will certainly age well over the next 5–10 years. —R.V.",Quinta de Cabriz/Alfrocheiro Preto,16,91,Dão,,,Dão Sul 1999 Quinta de Cabriz/Alfrocheiro Preto Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-1999-quinta-cabriz-alfrocheiro-preto-red-dao/,Red Blend,1999,Dão Sul
14.4,Red,US,"Has a lot   in common with far more expensive Cabernets. The dark color promises a richness that's confirmed with a sniff revealing ripe cassis fruit and smoky oak. In the mouth, it's quintessentially fine California Cabernet, rich and dry, balanced and delicious. Lacks the extra dimensions of the best stuff, but not by much. Impressive, and a great value. —S.H.",,16,91,California,Napa,Yountville,Crystal Valley Cellars 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Crystal Valley Cellars
,Sparkling,France,"From a single 100% grand cru vineyard in the village of Cramant. Actually it is a crémant de Cramant, indicating a Champagne with slightly less effervescence and a lighter approach. Unusual, spicy, fennel-infused flavors lead into a silky, vanilla custard core, with hints of sandalwood and noticeable residual sugar. Tough match to food; great apéritif.",Cramant Brut,70,91,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Cramant Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-cramant-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,G. H. Mumm
,White,US,"Quite floral in the nose, with a fresh, yet complex blend of ripe melon, peach, apricot, mineral and herb notes. Sleek and refined through the long finish.",,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Garretson 2001 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garretson-2001-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2001,Garretson
,Red,US,"Very different in style from Rex Hill's other Pinots. Not fruity, but instead shows earth, sautéed mushroom, leather, mint and smoke notes and a rich core of cherry. An absolutely delicious and distinctive wine, complex and chewy. Feels very high-char oaky on the finish. —S.H.",Weber Vineyard,52,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2000 Weber Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2000-weber-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rex Hill
,Red,Portugal,"The Quinta da Ervamoira, high up in the Alto Douro, supplies the fruit for this wine. The quinta is now also famous for its prehistoric wall paintings. It has the hot climate to produce a hugely concentrated, rich wine like this. Smooth and ripe, it has soft wood flavors, dry tannins and a touch of raisins. —R.V.",Duas Quintas Reserva,34,91,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 1999 Duas Quintas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-1999-duas-quintas-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Ramos-Pinto
,Red,Portugal,"A fine old-style wine, with solid dusty tannins balancing big, black, concentrated fruit. Dry tannins and dried fruits give a sense of richness and dark power. This powerful wine has been aged six years before release, but it could benefit from another four or five in the cellar. Best Buy. —R.V.",J.P. Garrafeira,10,91,Palmela,,,J.P. Vinhos 1995 J.P. Garrafeira Red (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-1995-garrafeira-red-palmela/,Red Blend,1995,J.P. Vinhos
13.8,White,US,"Smooth textured, with a silky mouthfeel. The wine is complex, with its hazelnut, pear, melon, herb and spice notes framed in toasty oak nuances. Bright, clean and long on the finish.",,28,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Domaine Danica 2000 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-danica-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaine Danica
,Red,US,"Tries, with considerable success, to advance the argument that Sonoma is Merlot's natural home. A ripe, rich, plummy wine, with terrific fruit and superb tannins, easy enough to drink tonight or age a few years. It's so good, you can't help but reach for another glass. —S.H.",Great Estates,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Great Estates Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-great-estates-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"Rich and buttery, with gobs of butterscotch, plum, peach, pear, vanilla and spice flavors. A fleshy, lush example of full-bodied California Chardonnay.",Durell Vineyard,25,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chateau St. Jean 2000 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2000-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"This Burgundian-style baby is a big, dense, chewy wine. It's like a mouthful of grilled meat, ripe beefsteak tomatoes, blackberries and pepper, with a dash of soy. In other words, complex. It's also very dry and fairly tannic, an obvious cellar candidate. —S.H.",Oldsville Reserve,40,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Fiddlehead 1999 Oldsville Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-1999-oldsville-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Fiddlehead
14,Red,Australia,"From Victoria, this inky Cab offers mineral and pure, densely packed cassis and blackberry fruit. It's spicy, racy and full-throttle, but by no means overextracted or mushy; just the opposite, in fact. On the finish, bright layered fruit is the opening act followed by oak.",,25,91,Victoria,Bendigo,,Balgownie Estate 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balgownie-estate-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-bendigo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Balgownie Estate
,Red,US,"This exceptional bottle features fully ripe, compact fruit, with classic cassis and black-cherry flavors at its core. Streaks of earth and iron suggest that the vineyard has a distinctive terroir, and the wine has the muscle to age well for a decade or more. —P.G.",Willard Family Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Caterina 1999 Willard Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1999-willard-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Caterina
,Red,Australia,"E&T's top red, the 1999 Redbrook Cabernet displays excellent depth, rich, slightly weedy cassis fruit and sizable helpings of tobacco and vanilla. The finish is long, and somehow combines mouthwatering flavors with mouth-drying tannins. Drink 2005–2012.",Redbrook,49,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 1999 Redbrook Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-1999-redbrook-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Evans & Tate
,Sparkling,France,"Abelé claims to be the third oldest Champagne house in Reims, and makes a very stylish, sophisticated wine for the price. A big, plush, yeasty nose sends sweet notes of cracker and toast above lime and mineral; the flavors that follow are forward, round and rich. Hints of mango and papaya fruit lead into a sensuous, lightly spicy, thoroughly satisfying finish.",Brut,30,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Henri Abele NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-abele-nv-brut-champagne-22035/,Champagne Blend,,Henri Abele
,Sparkling,France,"This wine explodes into the glass with a lovely display of fully ripe, creamy fruit flavors. There is a physiological ripeness to the fruit that is a rare pleasure in a brut Champagne, and the layers of citrus, tangerine and blossoms unfold elegantly to create a deep—and deeply satisfying—set of textural flavors.",Grand Brut,41,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Grand Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-grand-brut-champagne-22063/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët
13,White,US,"A wonderful new release from this premier producer. Tasted with the winery's Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay, it made an interesting contrast. Both were excellent, but the Indian Wells reached for richer, toastier, rounder and more generous flavors. It's a sure-fire palate pleaser, with a beguiling mix of pink grapefruit, pineapple, mango and apricot flavors. Editors' Choice. —P.G.",Indian Wells Vineyard,21,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Indian Wells Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-indian-wells-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,Portugal,"Dão Sul wines are produced by a star-studded team of Portuguese winemakers, including Virgilio Loureiro, professor of enology at Lisbon University. They have produced a series of classics from the granite landscape of Dão. This wine has deep purple color and aromas of black dusty fruit. There are big tannins, but also opulent, sweet fruit with black-currant and cherry flavors. Spices and herbs complete the mix, along with the essential acidity. —R.V.",Quinta de Cabriz,19,91,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2000 Quinta de Cabriz Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2000-quinta-cabriz-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2000,Dão Sul
,Red,US,"This Cabernet is marked by perfectly ripe grapes showing powerful black-currant aromas and considerable oak. Technical notes state that all the barrels were new. In the mouth, it's mouth-puckeringly tannic. A dense core of berry-cherry fruit suggests aging possibilities. —S.H.",Mario's Reserve,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 1999 Mario's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-marios-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Trinchero
,White,US,"This precision-crafted pinot Gris is a blend of grapes from three excellent vineyards, all cropped down to about two tons per acre, what the winemaker rightly calls “ridiculously low for Pinot Gris.” Flavors are pineapple and pear, proportionately balanced against just-right natural acids and tannins. Hints of honey, caramel and spice complete the show. Best Buy. —P.G.",,15,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2001 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,Sineann
13.5,White,US,"Firm and bright, yet smooth and silky, this wine offers a classy mix of subtle herb and mineral tones, backed by rich pear, citrus, melon and toasty oak flavors. Long at the end.",Buena Tierra Vineyards,55,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 2000 Buena Tierra Vineyards Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-2000-buena-tierra-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Seven Lions Winery
12.5,Sparkling,France,"A sharp attack promises plenty of fruit-driven power. Scents mix bread dough with fresh green and yellow citrus. The fruit flavors punch through a fleshy midpalate into a smooth, satisfying finish.",Blanc de Blancs Brut Mosaïque,34,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 1996 Blanc de Blancs Brut Mosaïque  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-1996-blanc-blancs-brut-mosaique-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Jacquart
,White,US,"Extremely floral up front, then racy and rich on the palate. The wine serves up a serious blend of ripe fruit; apricots, melons, peaches and pears come to mind. All are couched in a creamy, spicy blend that lingers nicely on the finish.",Stolpman Vineyard,28,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Kunin 2000 Stolpman Vineyard Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunin-2000-stolpman-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2000,Kunin
,Red,Australia,"There's an herbal aroma that reminds me of eucalyptus trees, and the wine is very strongly flavored with menthol or, to use the winemaker's own word, mint. This is said to be a cool area, which may explain why it's not fruitier. That said, it's compelling. It's so structurally beautiful, so well balanced that you find yourself returning for a second sip.",Percydale,16,91,Victoria,King Valley,,Redbank 2000 Percydale Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2000-percydale-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-king-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Redbank
,White,US,"Testarossa's basic Chard is more sumptuous than many other wineries' best. It's notably oaky, in the house style, with explosive smoke, toast, vanilla and char notes. The fruit was allowed to hang for a long time, and developed intensely ripe flavors of tropical fruits. It's a bit flat, especially considering the sweetness, but delicious.",Castello,26,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Testarossa 2000 Castello Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-castello-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2000,Testarossa
,Red,Portugal,"Bordeaux winemaker Pascal Chatonnet, whose family owns property in Lalande-de-Pomerol, is consultant at Quinta do Portal. His expertise shows in the blend of Bordeaux classicism and powerful, sweet fruit. New wood and deep purple fruits yield a modern wine that combine power and balance. —R.V.",Grande Reserva,,91,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 2000 Grande Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-2000-grande-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta do Portal
12,Sparkling,France,"The emphasis is on sweet fruit, with a citrus tang—grapefruit, skin of lime, and nectarine. Fruit dominates the mid-palate, and the flavors are subtly delineated by a slightly chalky, mineral backdrop. Leads into a long, lime and wet stone finish.",L-P Brut,30,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV L-P Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-l-p-brut-champagne-9322/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,White,US,"Ripe, rich, forward and exotic. From an American pioneer of Rhône varietals, the wine offers an intriguing and exciting blend of spice, apricot, peach, melon and herb components.",Estate,29,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alban 2001 Estate Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-2001-estate-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,2001,Alban
,Sparkling,Spain,"If this isn't one of the best bubblies in Spain, then what is? It gets no dosage, so what you taste is just the natural flavor of top-shelf Macabeo, Xarello and Parellada—aged four plus years on its yeast. The flavors are pure light citrus and tropical fruit along with some toast and cream. The finish is persistent, the mouthfeel ethereal. Editors' Choice. —M.S.",Kripta Extra Brut,45,91,Catalonia,Penedès,,Agustí Torelló 1997 Kripta Extra Brut White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-1997-kripta-extra-brut-white-penedes/,White Blend,1997,Agustí Torelló
,Red,Portugal,"In France, Alicante Bouchet is frowned upon for its poor quality. In Portugal, it is capable of making some of the country's finest wines. This is typical, with its sweet, jelly-like aromas and ripe, dense fruit. There's an evocative, herby, Mediterranean sunshine feel to it. —R.V.",Grand Arte,20,91,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 Grand Arte Alicante Bouschet (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-grand-arte-other-red-alicante-bouschet-estremadura/,Alicante Bouschet,2000,DFJ Vinhos
13.9,Red,US,"Earthy aromas are intertwined with dried meat. Rich, chewy flavors are of blackberries and caramel. The balance of fruit, acid and tannins is exceptional, and the finish is extremely complex. With 3,100 cases produced, it should be readily available. —C.S.",Artist Series #8,43,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodward Canyon 1999 Artist Series #8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1999-artist-series-8-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Woodward Canyon
14.5,Red,US,Juicy plum skins and dark earthy flavors are thick and rich in this valley floor Cabernet. The gingersnap and tobacco aromas are very pleasing. The finish is spicy and dry yet supple at the same time. Enjoy now or in 10 years.,,85,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Staglin
,White,US,"An astonishingly rich and complex wine. Lush, ripe, primary fruit flavors of peaches, pears and tropical fruits are spiced with fine toasted oak and accompanying notes of char. Lees provide mealy, creamy tastes and a rich, milky texture. Brilliant and strong now, and will improve through 2003.",Talley Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Tantara 2000 Talley Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2000-talley-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Tantara
12,Sparkling,France,"New in America, Duval-Leroy is set to make a splash with its bold, artistic “Paris” bottle, silk-screened by artist Leroy Neiman. A 40/60 Chardonnay/Pinot blend, it carries scents of honeysuckle, hazelnut and vanilla into a fresh, flavorful and persistent middle. Hints of mint and even mint julep roll around the tongue, keeping the flavors lively and interesting.",Paris Brut,28,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Paris Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-paris-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
,Sparkling,France,"Limpid and refined, defining the elegance and finesse you expect from good Champagne. It's a bit on the sweet side, with a hefty dosage softening the high acidity and rounding off the peach and citrus flavors. Feels almost weightless, all the way through the young, yeasty finish.",Brut Classic,37,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Brut Classic  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-classic-champagne-22415/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz
,Sparkling,France,"Pale, with just the slightest color of copper, but you can smell the raspberries peering through the yeast and white chocolate in this young wine. It's fine and crisp, with an elegant lightness, but with upfront tannins and acids that cry out for cellaring. Best after 2006.",Brut Rosé,57,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1996 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1996-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Deutz
12,Sparkling,France,"Yeasty and layered with streaks of citrus and stone, saturated with fresh bread-dough scents and bursting with fresh fruit, it hits the palate like a middle linebacker and holds it in a bulldog's grip. Flavor flavor flavor, through a confident, exceptionally long finish.",Special Cuvée Brut,45,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger NV Special Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-nv-special-cuvee-brut-champagne-20548/,Champagne Blend,,Bollinger
,White,US,"Considerably plumper and richer than this winery's Camelback bottling, and the burst of tropical fruit flavors fills the mouth. It's nicely accompanied by good acids, and the oak is enormous. Finishes with a buttery, creamy, oaky feel.",Grand Reserve,24,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 1999 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-1999-grand-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Bighorn
13.9,White,US,". Iron Horse hits pay dirt with a brilliantly evocative wine that's very rich. It strikes a fine balance with the ripe tropical fruit flavors, deft touch of smoky oak, and a sleek, acid-tinged mouthfeel that finishes with flavors of minerals and steel.",,26,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2000 Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Iron Horse
,White,US,"Massively huge flavors of tropical fruits are balanced by crisp acidity, high enough to make the pineapple, guava and mango flavors shine. New, smoky oak adds the depth to make this wine truly complex and delicious. Big and unctuous, this is a flashy wine meant to complement rich, showy foods.",Riva Ranch Reserve,15,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 2000 Riva Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-2000-riva-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2000,Wente
14.1,White,US,"A very distinctive wine, rich and powerful. Marked by well-ripened flavors of pears and tropical fruits, dense and concentrated, with near-perfect acids. A lovely coating of oak adds spicy, smoky complexities.",Firepeak Vineyard,25,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carpe Diem 2000 Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2000-firepeak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Carpe Diem
14,White,US,"Tighter and leaner than in the past, with flavors that range between lime, hazlenut and peach. Very crisp acidity is uplifting and bright. But what really marks this wine is the extended lees contact. The creamy, rich texture feels just great. This is an elegant wine of great complexity.",Don Miguel - Dobles Lias,40,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 2000 Don Miguel - Dobles Lias Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-2000-don-miguel-dobles-lias-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Marimar Torres
,Sparkling,France,"With a tight flow of bubbles and toasty Golden Delicious aromas, it's another high-quality sparkler from this consistent producer. The tart citrus flavors and crisp acidity are clean and fresh now, but will also age well.",Dom Perignon,150,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1995 Dom Perignon  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1995-dom-perignon-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Moët & Chandon
,White,US,"Boy, is this yummy. Ripe and rich as can be, packed with lip-smacking spiced apple, peach and papaya flavors and an elaborate overlay of smoky oak. A creamy texture and firm acids balance out this irresistible wine.",,24,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lynmar
,Sparkling,France,"This poised and polished effort offers plenty of forward fruit and spicy power, a confident midpalate range of fresh fruits, and a good yeasty finish with a kiss of butterscotch for good measure. Perfectly delightful, with plenty of depth.",Cuvée Brut Rosé,50,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-cuvee-brut-rose-champagne-22047/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,White,US,"This Chard will go a long way to restoring the renown of this appellation—where Chardonnay was first grown in California. Rich in fruit, oak and lees, the wine has a distinguished mouthfeel that's steely and firm, and a long, lush finish.",Merrillie,36,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 2000 Merrillie Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-2000-merrillie-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Steven Kent
13.5,Red,US,"This partnership between Chateau Ste. Michelle and Antinori is always a quality wine. The '99 is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 3% Syrah and 2% Malbec. The classic cassis and chocolate aromas have an accent of caramel. Flavors include intense black currants and a touch of spice. The wine is as elegant as it is deep, with a long, complex finish. Editors' Choice. —C.S.",,70,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Col Solare 1999 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-solare-1999-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1999,Col Solare
,Sparkling,France,"Here is a Pinot-dominated blend (50% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 20% Meunier) which offers elegant, textural and expansive flavors. Multidimensional and poised, it pushes the Pinot to the fore, which brings extra fruit intensity and hints of fresh red berries. The finish is crisp and lingering.",Brut,34,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-champagne-22064/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte
,Red,US,"A amazing wine from this new Santa Barbara appellation. Shows fully ripened blackberry and cherry compote combined with grilled meat, crushed herbs and a hint of tomato. The tannins are as soft as a feather's touch. With delicacy of body matched with full-impact fruit, this wine is a winner. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Fiddlehead 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fiddlehead
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A joint venture between the Symington family and Bruno Prats, formerly of Château Cos d'Estournel in Bordeaux, has produced Chryseia. The name is Greek for “gold,” a play on the River Douro's name (which means “gold” in Portuguese). It is a fully extracted wine, with purple colors and rich tannins, but it is also finely balanced and very elegant. Still young, with a dry finish, it should develop in a classic Bordeaux way over the next 5–10 years. —R.V.",Chryseia,45,92,Douro,,,Prats & Symington LDA 2000 Chryseia Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prats-symington-lda-2000-chryseia-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,2000,Prats & Symington LDA
,Red,Italy,"Produced from vines that are up to 80 years old (hence the name “The First”), this firmly concentrated wine is solid, rich and powerful. The fruit has sweet black cherry flavors and layers of integrated wood to give balance. An impressive wine, this should age well over 10 years or more. Editors' Choice. —R.V.",Riserva La Prima,25,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello Vicchiomaggio 1998 Riserva La Prima  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-vicchiomaggio-1998-riserva-prima-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello Vicchiomaggio
13.5,Red,Italy,"Kirsch, smoke and a hint of alcohol emerge from this muscle-bound, highly traditional Chianti. Cherry, spice and pepper dominate the palate, which leads into a tight-grained, heavily tannic finish. The balance is impeccable, as is the purity, but if what you are looking for is a wide-open, fruit-forward wine, this may not be your bag. Give it at least five or six years before opening. —M.S.",Il Poggio Riserva,55,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1999 Il Poggio Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1999-il-poggio-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Monsanto
,Red,Australia,"Almost black in color, an infant of a wine whose aromas are just beginning to emerge. Cassis and blackberry jam are joined to smoky, oaky scents. Huge, young and tannic, with high acidity and a treasure chest of buried fruit, this wine needs at least three years in the cellar.",,30,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river-22410/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Vasse Felix
,Red,US,"I know what you're thinking. Zinfandel from Oregon? For $36?! Yes, and from a century-old vineyard to boot. Powerfully scented with dark fruits and roasted espresso, it's ripe but not raisiny, concentrated, and striated with mineral, earth and wood. 400 cases made.",Old Vine,36,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2000 Old Vine Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2000-old-vine-zinfandel-other-columbia-valley-or/,Zinfandel,2000,Sineann
13.5,Red,Italy,"This Merlot is super and it's from central Tuscany, which makes it a literal super Tuscan. It's dense and dark, with brooding notes of cola, damp earth and tobacco. The texture is fine, really fine, and the manner in which the natural flavor has been extracted yet not overblown is masterful. Very luxurious and plush; when you drink this you know it's meant to be the real thing among so-called super Tuscans. —M.S.",Lamaione,64,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 1998 Lamaione Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-1998-lamaione-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,1998,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
,Red,Portugal,"Luis Pato, whose name means “duck” in Portuguese, is the man who has tamed the local Baga grape by keeping its acidity and tannins in check. Made from 70-year-old vines, this is a stunningly concentrated wine, with sweet chocolate flavors and silky, tarry tannins. The juicy black-currant fruit makes it very drinkable. —R.V.",Vinha Barrosa Vina Velha,29,92,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2000 Vinha Barrosa Vina Velha Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2000-vinha-barrosa-vina-velha-red-beiras/,Red Blend,2000,Luis Pato
,Sparkling,France,"What a wonderful wine. You could sniff it all day, with the beautiful raspberry, vanilla and peach flavors, and their nuances of coconut, white chocolate, hazelnut and yeast. In the mouth it's delicate and rich, very dry, with subtle flavors.",Vintage Rose,55,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1996 Vintage Rose  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1996-vintage-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Louis Roederer
,Red,Portugal,"A more leathery, hot-country wine than Batuta, but this is still mighty impressive. Huge, dark and black, it has dark, rich fruit flavors with great power and concentration. Acidity shows through at the end to just give it a lift. —R.V.",Redoma,41,92,Douro,,,Niepoort 1999 Redoma Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-1999-redoma-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Niepoort
15.1,White,US,"An interesting juxtaposition of tangy citrus, steely mineral, melon, grapefruit, fig, herb and toast flavors, all couched in a refreshing yet lushly textured wine. Clean and bright on the finish, which is quite long.",Sbragia - Limited Release,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2000 Sbragia - Limited Release Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-sbragia-limited-release-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Beringer
,Red,US,"Opulent as heck, this is thick enough to paint with, with massive flavors of black currants, blackberries, plums, tobacco, sage and white chocolate. An elaborate overlay of oak adds vanilla and smoke. The tannins are rich and fabulous. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Baritelle Vineyard,60,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 1999 Baritelle Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1999-baritelle-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bell
13.5,Red,Italy,"More open and liberal than Il Poggio, this wine has damp earth, leather and black coffee aromas. The flavors lean toward cherry and berry, with leathery accents providing a balancing offset. The finish is dark and chewy; it's something to mull, ponder and enjoy. The structure and perfect balance say give it three or four years before it peaks. Editors' Choice. —M.S.",Fabrizio Bianchi,39,92,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Castello di Monsanto 1999 Fabrizio Bianchi Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1999-fabrizio-bianchi-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Monsanto
,Red,Portugal,"Master Portmaker Dirk Niepoort seems also to excell at table wines. Dark and purple in color, it is filled with great black fruits, with blackberries and huge dark wood tastes. Smoky flavors combine with dark raisins and big fruits. Well-balanced, despite the high alcohol (14.5%), it is a stunning wine. —R.V.",Batuta,60,92,Douro,,,Niepoort 1999 Batuta Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niepoort-1999-batuta-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Niepoort
14,White,US,"Made in the house style, which emphasizes elegantly restrained fruit and higher acids. Still, this is a big, lush wine. The flavors veer toward peaches, while the oak-and-lees overlay is powerful and creamy. The finish is long and spicy.",Reserve,39,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos du Val
13.9,White,US,"Does Ed Sbragia know how to make good Chard, or what? This wine is as opulent as they come. It just oozes over the palate with gooey tropical-fruit flavors, wrapped in a creamy-custardy texture. Lavish oak adds vanilla, toast and a rich, caramelized sweetness. The finish sprinkles oriental spices all down the hatch.",Appellation Collection,16,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 2000 Appellation Collection Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-appellation-collection-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Beringer
,White,US,"The tightest and leanest of Testarossa's amazing array of single-vineyard Chards, this wine from downright cold hills in northern Monterey County has underlying flavors of citrus, flint, mineral and apple, softened by considerable oak. Lees also make a starring appearance. Not flamboyant, but very well-crafted in its own right.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,34,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2000 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2000,Testarossa
,Red,Portugal,"The senior partner of the popular Duas Quintas brand, this wine from the Ramos-Pinto stable has a dark, intense color. It is a big and black wine, with serious tannins and powerful fruit. Still young, this should develop into a solid, chunky wine. —R.V.",Duas Quintas Reserva,34,92,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2000 Duas Quintas Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2000-duas-quintas-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,Ramos-Pinto
12,Sparkling,France,"Fresh brioche and roasted honey aromas are as rich and intense as the apple and anise flavors. The mouthfeel is creamy yet crisp and vibrant. The favorite of Page Six celebrities—you know, the ones who are usually drinking it from the bottle.",Cristal Brut,175,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1996 Cristal Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1996-cristal-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Louis Roederer
,Sparkling,France,"A complex, evocative nose invites flights of fancy—is that coconut, or cocoa, or a hint of mango I sniff? Young and somewhat restrained, the wine suggests that it is at the beginning of a long life. Subtle hints of butterscotch and toast light up the finish, which shows the vigor and vivid presence of a top-quality Champagne.",Brut,56,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1996 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1996-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Taittinger
,Red,Australia,"Looks menacingly dark and young, with aromas of jammy primary fruit and the flavors of plums, blueberries, and white chocolate. This is a dense, yummy wine, with thick young tannins and juicy acidity. It's appealing now, and should develop in the bottle.",The Mcrae Wood,35,92,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 1999 The Mcrae Wood Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-1999-the-mcrae-wood-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Jim Barry
,White,US,"Malolactic fermentation, barrel fermentation, intensely oaky, yet it retains an Armani-like balance and breed. The winemaker wisely resisted overripe grapes; the flavors veer to apples and peaches framed in dry, dusty tannins and bright acidity.",Limited Selection,28,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gainey 1999 Limited Selection Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1999-limited-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Gainey
,White,US,"Lavish and opulent, this 100% barrel-fermented wine is oaky, with an ultra-creamy texture and that sweet-and-sour flavor you get from extensive lees aging. The underlying fruit is very sophisticated, suggesting ripe apples. The finish is long and spicy. This wine has depth and offers plenty of interest.",Red Shoulder Ranch,37,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 2000 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2000-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Shafer
14.3,White,US,"Lush and ripe, with a heady collection of tropical fruit flavors that ranges from mango, coconut and pineapple to lemon, melon and orange. Hints of spice and vanilla add interest, while a subtle earthy quality contributes complexity. Dense and long at the end.",,40,93,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mer Soleil 1999 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mer-soleil-1999-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Mer Soleil
13.6,White,US,"Bright, forward acids and lean fruit characterize this flinty white wine. The flavors are of citrus and minerals, with riper suggestions of peaches, and are enriched with smoky oak. This Chablis-style Chardonnay is complex, and one of the year's greatest values. Enjoy it with shellfish.",,17,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2001 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Babcock
,Red,Australia,"The Real McCoy, from the standpoint of a massive, New World Cabernet. It's hard to tell which aroma prevails, the ultraripe cassis scent of grapes or massive oak. Ditto on the palate. Gigantic, huge mouthfeel, an Incredible Hulk of a wine, yet it's balanced. Too rich to drink now. Best to cellar for a decade and let it develop subtlety.",Jimmy Watson Trophy Black Label`,50,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Wolf Blass 1998 Jimmy Watson Trophy Black Label` Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-1998-jimmy-watson-trophy-black-label-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wolf Blass
,White,US,"From Santa Barbara's oldest (1964) commercial vineyard, an extravagant wine marked by scads of toasted oak and creamy lees. Yet these winemaker bells and whistles marry perfectly to the rich tropical fruit flavors. Intense and complex, this is a real beauty.",Neilson Vineyard,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1999 Neilson Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1999-neilson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Byron
18,Fortified,Portugal,"If Portugal's third fortified wine (after Port and Madeira) can taste like this, it should be better known. Dark gold color, the wine has burnt, Maderized aromas. This is a wonderful old wine, with the youngest wine in the blend being 18 years old. Tastes of burnt old wood and old gold fruits complete a sensous experience. Sensibly, the wine also comes in half bottles. —R.V.",Alambre 20 Anos,45,93,Setubal,,,José Maria da Fonseca NV Alambre 20 Anos Moscatel (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-nv-alambre-20-anos-muscat-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,,José Maria da Fonseca
,Red,US,"The grapes come from 30-year-old vines in the Champoux vineyard, near Canoe Ridge in southeast Washington. Deeply concentrated and Bordeaux-like, this beautifully made wine layers black fruit, cedar and streaks of iron ore with sculpted, refined tannins. Just 70 cases made. Editors' Choice. —P.G.",Block One,60,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2000 Block One Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2000-block-one-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Sineann
13.5,Red,Australia,"Gas up the Porsche and step on the pedal; that's what this full-force racehorse is like. It's deep and flowery in the nose, with cocoa, bread dough and peanut. The palate is so racy it's practically on fire. Tight and smooth, big and bold; this one has a lot going on. For best results try to age it for three to five years.",Bin 707,80,93,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1999 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-bin-707-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Penfolds
,White,US,"You may never have tasted domestic Gewürztraminer any better than this. Fresh and elegant, it reaches for extra dimensions, without ever seeming blowsy or fat. A spicy mix of stone fruits is set against crisp citrus and mineral; the effect is hauntingly correct. A paltry 80 cases made. Editors' Choice. —P.G.",Celilo Vineyard,18,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sineann 2001 Celilo Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2001-celilo-vineyard-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Sineann
,White,US,"A very elaborately detailed wine, as intricate as a Renoir. The fruit runs the gamut from green apples through pears all the way to pineapple, and is set off by really nice acidity. Toasty, plush oak contributes to the complexity of this deliciously rich wine.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1999 Sierra Madre Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1999-sierra-madre-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Byron
,Red,Portugal,"This is one of two wines (and a Port) which are the product of a joint venture between Setúbal-based Domingos Soares Franco of J.M. da Fonseca and Cristiano van Zeller, a leading Port producer. It is a powerful, black-fruited wine with balanced new wood and tarry fruit flavors. Still young, its exudes potential with its layers of richness.  The relatively high alcohol (14.5%) is held in check by the power of the fruit. —R.V.",Domini Plus,25,93,Douro,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2000 Domini Plus Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2000-domini-plus-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,José Maria da Fonseca
,Red,Australia,"Dark and whole, the full package with nary a flaw. Very rich and spicy, but with enough plump black fruit to support all that spice, licorice and espresso. It's tight now, almost unyielding, but for fans of masculine Cabs that still feature a sensationally sweet core of fruit, this is terrific stuff.",Sevenhill Vineyard,28,93,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mitchell 1999 Sevenhill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-1999-sevenhill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Mitchell
,Sparkling,France,"An astonishingly good wine, fine and complex, yet fun to drink. It's heady and rich and feels as fine as silk on the palate, but it's a serious, layered wine that will age. Dry and citrusy, with pronounced yeast and bread dough on the finish, it's as smooth as they get.",Brut Vintage,59,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1995 Brut Vintage  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1995-brut-vintage-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Louis Roederer
12,Red,France,"There is just a suggestion of color—a pale onion-skin blush. It's very sensuous, and the wine bursts immediately into a complex play of scents. Dusty pollen, fresh-cut flowers and sweet fruits mingle invitingly, leading you into flavors of pomegranate, cranberry and spice. Big and polished, this sensual feast of a wine delivers an extra dimension of flavor, power and length.",Brut,21,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Raymond Henriot NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-henriot-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Raymond Henriot
,Red,US,"Black as night, with massively oaky aromas and equally powerful black-currant notes, this is clearly a big, young Cabernet. It delivers fresh, complex flavors ranging from blackberries to coffee, dark chocolate, tobacco and sage. Feels fabulously rich in the mouth now, although solid tannins suggest aging through 2008. Cellar Selection. —S.H.",Reserve,65,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Frank Family
,Red,France,"An amazing wine, especially considering that the dominant grape is Carignan; the rest is Syrah. Just shows what old vines can do in the right soil. Rich, thick, complex and noble, it's filled with grilled meat, white pepper, tobacco, cassis, violets and sage. The depth of flavor is thrilling, the texture  splendid.  Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Grande Reserve Rouge,18,94,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château La Boutignane 1998 Grande Reserve Rouge Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-boutignane-1998-grande-reserve-rouge-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,1998,Château La Boutignane
,Sparkling,France,"Buttercream, soft caramel and toasted bread are backed by strawberry and cranberry on the nose and palate. This is well-balanced, with crisp acidity and smooth, lightweight mouthfeel. Exceptionally crafted to a state of simple elegance, this illustrates the meaning of aged rosé Champagne. A grand pour now that should hold its place for years to come.",Cristal Rosé,225,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1995 Cristal Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1995-cristal-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"An extraordinary Napa Cabernet, the essence of everything right from Rutherford in a great vintage. Ripe, intense flavors of black currants persist all the way through the long finish, supported by toasty oak. The tannins are a delight, rich and plush. Feels a bit soft, in the modern style, but is absolutely delicious. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Reserve,55,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sequoia Grove 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sequoia Grove
,Red,US,"An amazing wine, given the vintage. Huge, rich, mouthfilling blackberry and cassis flavors coat the palate and go on forever. They went the extra mile to isolate the ripest blocks in this spotty vintage. The wine is thick and vibrant, a lip-smacking experience if ever there was one. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Block 8,40,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 1998 Block 8 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-1998-block-8-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hendry
,Red,Portugal,"The first release of a joint-venture wine made by Bernhard Breuer and Bernd Philippi from the Rheingau in Germany. This 15-acre estate has produced a wine that shows just how impressive Douro wines can be. Its dark, brooding presence is immediately apparent in the almost opaque black color. On the palate, plums and black currants combine with new wood and tannins, leaving a complex aftertaste. Power and elegance blend effortlessly. Age for another five years before opening. —R.V.",Quinta da Carvalhosa,28,94,Douro,,,Campo Ardosa 2000 Quinta da Carvalhosa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-ardosa-2000-quinta-carvalhosa-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,Campo Ardosa
,White,US,"A smooth-drinking Chardonnay that pushes the envelope for size and opulence. Massive tropical fruit is matched with toasty oak. Waves of flavor sensations unfold on the palate, rich and complex. This is a huge, dramatic Chardonnay, but buyers will have to decide if the high price is worth it.",Estate Vineyard Selection,67,94,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1999 Estate Vineyard Selection Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1999-estate-vineyard-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,1999,Chalk Hill
,Sparkling,France,"A thrilling wine that picks up bottle bouquet of baked bread, smoke, and roasted meringue, in addition to underlying citrus. Incredibly rich and fine, yet powerful, with compex flavors and a light, refined elegance on the palate. A touch of sweetness rounds and softens.",Blanc de Blancs,72,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1995 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1995-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1995,Deutz
,Red,US,,,27,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Columbia Valley (OR),Sineann 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (OR)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2000-merlot-other-columbia-valley-or/,Merlot,2000,Sineann
,White,US,"Possibly the longest name of a Chardonnay in California, and an extraordinary one at that. There is tremendous winemaker influence in the massive oak and lees, but the fruit is huge, an atomic blast of peaches and mangoes. Feels rich, weighty and sensual on the palate. The long finish smacks of vanilla and cinnamon.",Hommage Artist Series Reserve Mitsuko's,36,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 1999 Hommage Artist Series Reserve Mitsuko's Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1999-hommage-artist-series-reserve-mitsukos-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Clos Pegase
,Red,US,"How could you go wrong with the team assembled by owner Chuck McMinn? You have David Abreu as your vineyard manager and Philippe Melka making the wine, from a vineyard less than 100 yards from Grace Family Vineyards. This Cabernet is jam-packed with dark fruit, chocolate and leather. There is great complexity and richness that carries through from start to finish. Cellar Selection. —C.S.",,160,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vineyard 29 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vineyard-29-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Vineyard 29
12.3,Sparkling,France,"Mucho bang for the extra bucks. This Pinot (63%)-Chardonnay (37%) powerhouse is four-fifths grand cru juice, and carries its weight and richness with a confident swagger. You'll find lots of toast and leesy components, with the scents and flavors of cheese, roasted nuts and bread dough wafting and working their way through a huge finish. A giant.",La Grande Année Brut,90,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1995 La Grande Année Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1995-grande-annee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Bollinger
,Red,Australia,"You could fill your pen with this stuff, it's that dark. Aromas of black cherry marmalade, cassis and white chocolate, young and fresh. In the mouth, it's massive and ripe, yet balanced and harmonious, with perky acids and caressing tannins. Be forewarned: Big is not necessarily better. Despite the high score, this wine will drown many foods.",The Armagh,100,95,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 1999 The Armagh Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-1999-the-armagh-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Jim Barry
,Red,Australia,"From vines over 70 years old, this delightful wine combines sheer size with the finesse of a great red. Powerful flavors of anise, blackberry jam, sweet cassis and dark chocolate cascade over the palate, stunning with richness and intensity. Yet the wine maintains a lilting grace and lightness, not to mention the near-perfect balance for aging.",Old Block Shiraz,40,95,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 1998 Old Block Shiraz Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-1998-old-block-shiraz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,St Hallett
,Red,US,"An absolute joy, and a very great success for this vintage, which produced so many disappointing Cabernets. Unusually dark. Begins closed, but swirling brings out cassis and loads of smoky oak. Dense and lush, it's incredibly long on flavor, with fabulous intensity. The reputation of this collector's wine is undiminished. Cellar Selection. —S.H.",Hillside Select,150,95,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 1998 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1998-hillside-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Shafer
,Red,US,"From a vineyard in Rutherford, this wine expresses the heart and soul of the appellation. Intensely beautiful aromas of black currants, rich, thick and fine tannins, and soft acids are framed in beautiful oak. Soft and gentle in the mouth, but with an authority that affirms itself on the long, fine finish. Spectacular. —S.H.",Morisoli Vineyard,100,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Galleron 1999 Morisoli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galleron-1999-morisoli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Galleron
,Sparkling,Australia,,Brut,29,80,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Clover Hill 1996 Brut  (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clover-hill-1996-brut-sparkling-tasmania/,Champagne Blend,1996,Clover Hill
13,White,South Africa,"Light and lucid in the glass, with vegetal overtones on the nose and in the mouth. What little dry-apple fruit there is isn't allowed to show itself. The cucumber quality isn't helpful. —M.S.",,11,80,Stellenbosch,,,Kumkani 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2001-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Kumkani
11.5,Rose,US,"Quite bright and lemony, the wine has the  refreshing characteristics desired in dry rose, but it's lacking in fruit. An herbal core runs through it.",Estate Bottled,11,81,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2001 Estate Bottled Rosé (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2001-estate-bottled-rose-long-island-hamptons/,Rosé,2001,Wölffer
,White,South Africa,"Simple fruit, with green aromas and soft, creamy, honeyed wood. The flavors are light, somewhat dilute, but make pleasant, easy drinking as an apèritif wine.",,8,81,Stellenbosch,,,Helderberg Wijnmakerij 2000 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helderberg-wijnmakerij-2000-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2000,Helderberg Wijnmakerij
,Red,Australia,"Ink and offputting petroleum aromas dominate on the nose. Thin and dilute in the mouth, what fruit is here is probably black plum.",Warburn Show Reserve,15,81,New South Wales,Riverina,,Riverina Estates 2000 Warburn Show Reserve Shiraz (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverina-estates-2000-warburn-show-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-riverina/,Shiraz,2000,Riverina Estates
13.5,Red,Australia,"Very basic aromas are probably the best part. The mouth is thick and syrupy, and the flavors run toward prune. On the finish, oak gives off a coffee flavor, but there's still a lot of sugar there. It seems a bit off the mark, with no real correlation between the aromas and flavors. —M.S.",Bin 555,10,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2000 Bin 555 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2000-bin-555-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Wyndham Estate
12,White,US,"A dichotomy of flavors that reach from the ultra zippy lemon-like acidity to the somewhat sweet-edged peach and apple notes. So it's lacking in balance, but pleasant, nonetheless. Tastes a bit contrived.",,10,82,New York,New York Other,New York,Salmon Run 2001 Chardonnay (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-run-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Salmon Run
13.5,Red,Australia,"A Beaujolais-like, candied red berry nose promises easy drinking, but the palate delivers something altogether different. Imagine a single blackberry having lost its way in a forest. Yeah, it's that oaky.",Y Series,10,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2001 Y Series Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2001,Yalumba
14,Red,Australia,"Insubstantial in the mouth, as though it's a shell of a wine without much stuffing. What's here are earthy, generic red fruit flavors. Finishes short.",Peppertree Vineyard,26,82,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mitchell 2000 Peppertree Vineyard Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-2000-peppertree-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Mitchell
12.5,Red,Australia,"Very light in color, with brick-tinged edges. That mature look is matched on the nose, which has clove and earth notes. But it is also a lot like sherry, indicating some oxidization. In the mouth, the cherry fruit is too thin and the finish is sharp.",,7,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wallaby Creek 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallaby-creek-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Wallaby Creek
14.5,Red,Australia,"The impression here is more herbal and earthy than fruity; the mouthfeel is a little light, but strangely resinous. Finishes with stewed red fruit.",,30,83,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Stringy Brae 1999 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stringy-brae-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Stringy Brae
13.5,Red,Australia,"The overall impression here is candied—from molasses aromas  to confected grape flavors, to a finish that pops with bright fruit, but leaves a gelatinous, manufactured fruit  flavor in the throat. Saving graces here are a smooth mouthfeel, and dark earth flavors that partially mask the other flavors.",Johannes,60,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Basedow 1996 Johannes Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basedow-1996-johannes-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1996,Basedow
14.9,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz offers candied yet sour red fruit and herb flavors. It's less than lush in the mouth, verging on thin. Cheese and herb round out the finish.",Basket Press,25,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Tait Wines 2000 Basket Press Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tait-wines-2000-basket-press-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Tait Wines
13.9,Red,Australia,"Simple, with sweet, mixed fruit and oak, this Shiraz is acceptable in casual, drink-me-now circumstances. Its price, however, will probably prohibit such casual consumption.",Heathcote/Bendigo Winery,30,84,Victoria,Victoria,,Barnadown Run 2000 Heathcote/Bendigo Winery Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnadown-run-2000-heathcote-bendigo-winery-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2000,Barnadown Run
12.5,White,US,"A pleasant wine, with moderate body, bright acidity and a pear, melon, apple, citrus and spice flavors. The finish is a bit short and quite lemony.",Barrel Fermented,13,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2000 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2000-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
13.5,Red,Australia,"Thin aromas of cranberry, meat, coffee and toast are met in the mouth with thin, tart red fruit and green herbs. Finishes peppery, with a bit of acidity.",,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ghost Gum 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-gum-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Ghost Gum
14.5,Red,Australia,"The brown sugar-molasses-blackberry profile that entices many an enthusiast shows on this wine's bouquet, but in the mouth, a strange melange of red berry, herb and resin takes over. A bitter herbacousness, plus some hard cheese, follows on the back end.",,20,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Quartetto 2000 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quartetto-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Quartetto
13.5,Red,Australia,"Get past the nose, and you're in for a lean, mean Shiraz machine. A whiff out of the glass, though, will get you a nose full of lactic, milky notes, plus some herb. Palate offers a sour cherry-cranberry mixed bag, with a distinctive herb- and-tree-bark component.",,20,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Sylvan Springs 2000 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvan-springs-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Sylvan Springs
,Red,Australia,"The aromas, despite some chocolate qualities, are mostly sharp and woody, with just a hint of cola. Snappy red fruit controls the palate, followed by bright acidity on the finish. This has a racy quality but not a lot of fruit or depth backing that up. —M.S.",,16,84,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heathfield Ridge 1999 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathfield-ridge-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,1999,Heathfield Ridge
12,White,US,"A lemony, mineral-like opening leads to a spicy, viscous mid-palate that supports melon, pear and apple notes. The finish is moderate in length.",,16,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2001 Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2001-gewurztraminer-finger-lakes/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Dr. Konstantin Frank
,Red,South Africa,"This commendable offering from South Africa confirms the grape's potential there. The nose is complex, with animal, earth and herb notes on tart berry fruit. Modest dark fruit, coffee accents and an even, balanced texture show in the mouth. Turns woodier on the back end, with sour cherry notes and light tannins.",,9,86,Stellenbosch,,,Helderberg Wijnmakerij 1999 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helderberg-wijnmakerij-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1999,Helderberg Wijnmakerij
,White,US,"Bright and lemony, with a hint of minerals, herbs, and toast. Clean and fresh on the finsh.",,11,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Knapp 2000 Chardonnay (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2000-chardonnay-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Chardonnay,2000,Knapp
12,White,US,"A lemony, melony blend--quite bright but with a touch of sweetness. Crisp and clean on the finish with hints of peach and minerals at the end.",,19,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2001 Rkatsiteli (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2001-other-white-rkatsiteli-finger-lakes/,Rkatsiteli,2001,Dr. Konstantin Frank
12.8,White,US,"Fairly dry, with lemony litchee, melon flavors, wrapped in a mineral-like robe. Very crisp, very clean; and quite light textured.",,15,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2001 Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2001-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Martha Clara
12.5,White,US,"Lean, yet smooth textured, with a pretty core of pear, apple, melon and citrus flavors. The wine is sleek and bright on the finish, showing moderate length.",Barrel Fermented,12,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 1999 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-1999-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,1999,Glenora
13.5,White,South Africa,"Clean, bright peach-like aromas precede a tight, acidic, well-defined palate that opens significantly with just five minutes of airing. This will work wonders with Asian appetizers because it's round, weighty and citrusy. If South Africa is to have a signature white, it may as well be this tasty style of Chenin Blanc. Best Buy. ––M.S.",,6,87,Stellenbosch,,,Helderberg Wijnmakerij 2001 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helderberg-wijnmakerij-2001-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Helderberg Wijnmakerij
12,White,US,"A well balanced wine that shows good body, modest but adequate acidity, and a good blend of citrus, pear, apple, melon, herb and spice flavors. The finish is moderate in length, and shows  a veiled honeyed note at the end.",Reserve - Seneca Lake Estate Grown,13,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 2000 Reserve - Seneca Lake Estate Grown Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-2000-reserve-seneca-lake-estate-grown-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2000,Fox Run
12,White,US,"Firm structure, good body and perky acidity give this wine focus on the palate. ItÕs cloaked in a robe of modest oak that frames pretty melon, pear, orange and spice flavors. Moderate length on the finish.",Barrel Reserve,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Cayuga Lake,Knapp 2001 Barrel Reserve Chardonnay (Cayuga Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/knapp-2001-barrel-reserve-chardonnay-finger-lakes-cayuga-lake/,Chardonnay,2001,Knapp
13.6,Red,US,"Smooth textured, with soft but firm tannins and moderate acidity. The wine serves up black currant, tea, cola, sage, toast and citrus flavors. The feel turns a bit powdery on the end, finishing clean and fresh.",Estate Selection,33,88,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1999 Estate Selection Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1999-estate-selection-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,1999,Wölffer
12.5,White,US,"Quite viscous and bright, with lots of lemon, orange, pear, melon and spice flavors. Toasty oak and vanilla also are in evidence, as well as a slight hint of sweetness on the finish. Still, crisp and clean at the end.",Proprietor's Reserve - Barrel Fermented,19,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 2000 Proprietor's Reserve - Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-2000-proprietors-reserve-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
10,Dessert,US,"A lush, sweet blend of honey, apricot, citrus, kumquat, spice and vanilla notes. Viscous and rich on the palate, the wine makes a very satisfying dessert or dessert accompaniment. -J.M.",,22,89,Virginia,Virginia,,Linden 2000 Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/linden-2000-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,2000,Linden
,White,New Zealand,,,13,90,Marlborough,,,Forefathers 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2002-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Forefathers
13,White,Australia,,,22,91,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 1998 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-1998-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Coldstream Hills
13,White,US,"A blend of pear, peach and banana flavors is followed by a citrus-like finish. The wine is zippy on the finish, but a little short.",,14,81,New York,New York Other,New York,Millbrook 2000 Chardonnay (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Millbrook
12,Red,France,"The paint and chemical aromas make you question the cleanliness of the barrels that were used to hold this wine. There is a powerful hint of treated wood throughout. The palate, meanwhile, is thin and tart, while the finish is bitter and green. Proceed with caution. —M.S.",Chateau Grand-Chene,12,81,Southwest France,Cahors,,Jacques Heurtier 1998 Chateau Grand-Chene Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-heurtier-1998-chateau-grand-chene-red-cahors/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Jacques Heurtier
13.4,Red,US,"A bizarre wine. Smells sweet and Porty, with chocolate, stewed prune and tobacco aromas, and turns tart in the mouth, with cranberry flavors and a bitter finish. —S.H.",,24,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cooke Cellars 2000 Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooke-cellars-2000-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,2000,Cooke Cellars
,Red,US,"Impertinent, saucy, rude—old-fashioned words to describe young, rustic wines, of which this is one. It's very dry and tannic with earthy-berry flavors, and snaps to a weak finish. —S.H.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2000 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Stonehedge
13,Red,France,"This is the kind of wine a beaver would like. It's overwooded, and that's a fact. Yes, there's hidden black fruit, but it would take a miner to dig for it. What most of us will get is vanilla, butter and too little wine. —M.S.",La Clape,17,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château Camplazens 1999 La Clape Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-camplazens-1999-clape-red-coteaux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Château Camplazens
13.9,Red,Australia,"There's lots of wood and cream on the nose. A bit of that creaminess follows through onto the palate, but really, the flavors veer more toward sour red cherry and plum. A little lacking, in terms of heft and concentration.",Bin 61,21,83,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 2000 Bin 61 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-2000-bin-61-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Leasingham
,Red,Chile,"There's something earthy, sharp, and green in the nose, and airing doesn't bring out hidden fruit. Sharp and thin. The spicy midpalate contains a trace of berry-cherry fruit, and then it turns dusty and tannic on the finish. Might soften with a year or so of cellaring. —S.H.",Arboleda,20,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 1999 Arboleda Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1999-arboleda-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,1999,Caliterra
13,Red,US,"The nose is meaty, with smoky black-fruit notes. But it's also overtly vegetal, as is the palate, which struggles to deliver plum and berry fruit amid a field's worth of green. Texture-wise, it's smooth and fulfilling, but it doesn't rank at the next level due to its strong herbal core.",,18,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Millbrook 2000 Cabernet Franc (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-2000-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Millbrook
13.5,Red,Australia,"Aromas of sarsaparilla soda and dill hardly qualify as ordinary. Then the flavors don't much match the bouquet; they are tangy and sharp, veering toward cherry and sugared citrus rind. Below the surface there is some quality cherry fruit, but overall it seems to lack plushness. —M.S.",Canberra District,19,83,Australia Other,Australia,,Talagandra 2000 Canberra District Shiraz (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talagandra-2000-canberra-district-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2000,Talagandra
,Red,US,"Good color, with earthy, black cherry and tobacco aromas. Drinks earthy, with cherry and sage flavors. The tannins are silky but the wine needs more delicacy and elegance if it wants to compete with coastal Pinots. —S.H.",Phelps Vineyard,22,83,California,North Coast,Humboldt County,Briceland 2000 Phelps Vineyard Pinot Noir (Humboldt County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/briceland-2000-phelps-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-humboldt-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Briceland
14.5,Red,Australia,"Aged in French and American oak for 12 months, the wine's weight is more reminiscent of Beaujolais than Shiraz. In terms of flavor, earthy, meaty notes take charge on the palate.",Omrah,17,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2000 Omrah Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2000-omrah-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2000,Plantagenet
14,Red,Italy,,Rosso,15,84,Central Italy,Montefalco,,Ruggeri Giuliano 1999 Rosso  (Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-giuliano-1999-rosso-italian-red-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1999,Ruggeri Giuliano
12.5,Red,France,"The heavy aromas of earth, wet lettuce and green beans are worrisome, but the palate exceeds expectations. The blackberry fruit is actually pretty ripe and wholesome. The mouthfeel features heavy tannins and a pronounced flavor of black coffee. But while it has good fruit and texture, there's also an annoying green streak that lingers in the mouth. —M.S.",Cuvee Prestige,14,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château Riousses 1999 Cuvee Prestige Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-riousses-1999-cuvee-prestige-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,1999,Château Riousses
,Red,US,"There are some cherry-berry and pepper flavors here, but the wine is too soft, and drinks fruity and simple. There are also some overripe, pruny tastes, leading to a hot finish. —S.H.",,35,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Orfila 1999 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Orfila
,White,US,"A little disjointed, but plenty of varietal character in the apple, vanilla and peach flavors, and even some toasty oak. Dry and smooth. From Ironstone. —S.H.",,5,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leaping Horse 2001 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-horse-2001-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,2001,Leaping Horse
12.8,Red,France,"Rubber, beets and root beer aromas lead into a sharp, cherry filled palate. The wine has a nice enough flavor profile but it's tight and hard—hard as a rock. The flavors are solid, but it's too hard to fully enjoy. —M.S.",Cuvee Reserve,8,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Domaine de Champaga 2000 Cuvee Reserve Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champaga-2000-cuvee-reserve-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine de Champaga
14.5,Red,US,"Rich in wild berry fruit, with brambly, pepper flavors suggesting black raspberry jam. Abounds in spices, coffee and tobacco. The tannins are on the aggressive side, and the wine feels jagged and edgy in the mouth. —S.H.",,18,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bear Creek 2000 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bear-creek-2000-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,Bear Creek
13.4,Red,US,"Rustic and rough, with earthy, jammy berry flavors and harsh tannins. Finishes hot and tarry. Tailgate party special. —S.H.",Oak Barrel Selection,10,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2000 Oak Barrel Selection Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2000-oak-barrel-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2000,Forest Glen
14.7,Red,US,"Rough and untamed, a dry, fruity wine with berry and tobacco flavors and country style tannins. Hits the palate with an aggressive texture and turns tart on the finish. —S.H.",Il Gufo,16,84,California,California Other,California,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo 2000 Il Gufo Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luvaggio-giacomo-2000-il-gufo-barbera-other/,Barbera,2000,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo
14.5,White,US,"Smells super-oaky, with charcoal and smoke aromas dominating the underlying fruit. Those flavors are pretty thin, suggesting peaches and apples. Extremely dry and tart, with hefty acids, but it's clean and refreshing. —S.H.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cougar Ridge 1999 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cougar-ridge-1999-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Cougar Ridge
13,Red,France,"From the base of the Pyrenées comes this blend of Merlot, Syrah and Grenache. The nose offers fresh ripe berries and a hint of citrus rind, but the palate is more dilute and scattered. It also carries a slight pickled taste, probably courtesy of the barrels it was aged in. The texture is good and the tannins are tame, but all in all it just doesn't rise to the occasion. —M.S.",,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes,,Domaine Salvat 2000 Red (Vin de Pays des Côtes Catalanes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-salvat-2000-red-vin-pays-cotes-catalanes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine Salvat
12.5,Red,France,"A nosing of this is like getting up close with fresh pavement. It has a tar-like smell and some horsehide accents. The palate is grapy, while the finish is hard and leathery. Based on past tastings, the producer, the appellation and the vintage aren't in doubt, but for some reason this wine doesn't sing. –M.S.",Deschants,28,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 1998 Deschants  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1998-deschants-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1998,M. Chapoutier
14.2,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of white pepper, with underlying hints of blackberries. Fruity and dry, with a good dose of tannins. This is a food wine. It is not hedonistic on its own, with a tart, austere finish, but it is a very nice wine with the right foods. —S.H.",La Pantera,20,85,California,California Other,California,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo 1999 La Pantera Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luvaggio-giacomo-1999-pantera-barbera-other/,Barbera,1999,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo
13.1,White,US,"A little obvious in its broad brush use of toasted oak. Pretty much all you get is smoke, char, vanilla and other sweet wood things. Underneath all that is fairly simple apple and peach fruit flavors and spice.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2001 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Château Julien
,White,US,"Very acidic now, actually with a bit of spritz underscoring apple flavors. Very dry, with a bit of oak influence. The finish is tart and bitter, with the taste of pepper and apple. —S.H.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bishop's Peak 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Bishop's Peak
13.5,Red,US,"This is a young and easy drinking red wine with enough character to stand up to a good roast. It has jammy flavors of blueberries and cherries that have been baked into a pie, and the wine finishes with a gritty feel of dry tannins.",Select,15,85,California,California-Washington,,Hess Collection 2000 Select Cabernet Sauvignon (California-Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-2000-select-cabernet-sauvignon-washington/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Hess Collection
,Red,US,"A young, fresh, juicy wine, filled with the tart, sharp acids of youth. Jammy flavors of black raspberries and cherries drink   pure and strong in this simple, one-dimensional Syrah. —S.H.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bishop's Peak 2000 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bishops-peak-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2000,Bishop's Peak
13,Red,France,"Dark in the glass, with tight leathery aromas. The starching palate features licorice and black coffee along with plum fruit and spice. In a word, it's peppery, and a tad bit bitter. But it also delivers a decent punch, some puckery red fruit, and adequate complexity well within the Provençal style. Drink with food for best results. —M.S.",L'Orangerie,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Château de Pennautier 2000 L'Orangerie Red (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pennautier-2000-lorangerie-red-languedoc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Château de Pennautier
,Red,Chile,"There are pretty blackberry aromas, along with some sharp wintergreen, complexed with smoke and vanilla from oak barrels. In the mouth, it's velvety smooth and soft, with extracted blackberry flavors, and very dry. The texture is a little syrupy. —S.H.",Arboleda,20,85,Maipo Valley,,,Caliterra 1998 Arboleda Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1998-arboleda-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Caliterra
,Red,US,"Bright cherry flavors are the hallmark of this zippy wine, which also serves up spice, anise and briary blackberry notes. Its focus is moderate, but it's still quite enjoyable. —J.M.",Cuvee Frank,23,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Caernarvon Cellars 1999 Cuvee Frank Zinfandel (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caernarvon-cellars-1999-cuvee-frank-zinfandel-central-coast-monterey/,Zinfandel,1999,Caernarvon Cellars
12.5,Red,France,"If that's not tire rubber on the nose, then what is it? An overabundance of black pepper? Road tar? Whatever—it isn't appealing, especially at first. But with time the wine sheds its hard exterior and while not exactly rolling out a welcome mat, it does open up. Ultimately some decent black fruit dances with the firm texture, but it's far from a ballet.",Les Meysonniers,26,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Les Meysonniers  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-meysonniers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,M. Chapoutier
13.9,Red,US,"A traditional package of Pinot aromas and flavors such as cedar and tobacco are well-offset on the nose by golden raisins, toasted marshmallow and baked apple pie and on the palate by radicchio and tart cherries. Finishes round and toasty. —K.F.",,34,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Carneros
13.8,Red,France,"The nose is a mix of berries, tangerine rind andbreakfast cereal; it smells as though some Viognier might have been included. The flavors are equally flowery, a mix of sweet and sour. It's an interesting wine with a nice feel, but it also seems a bit strange. —M.S.",Special Reserve,8,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Georges Duboeuf 2001 Special Reserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2001-special-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Georges Duboeuf
,White,Chile,"This is a wine that shows how inflated California prices have become. It's rich, spicy, ripe, and oaky enough to satisfy anyone, and it's easily as good as many wines currently on the market that cost twice as much. It's an international style Chardonnay at a value price. —S.H.",,9,85,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2000 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-2000-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Viña Tarapacá
,Red,US,"Don't be misled by the price, this is a good value. Ripe and rich, with pronounced berry flavors, dry and supple. Good tannins and a hit of acidity make it clean and refreshing. It's not complex or ageable, but a nice mouthful at a super-value price.",,5,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leaping Horse 2000 Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-horse-2000-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,2000,Leaping Horse
,Red,US,"If anyone can succeed with Pinot in the warmish Sierra Foothills, it's pioneering Boeger. This effort is a good start. It's correctly light and silky, with red cherry, espresso, cherry tomato and crushed hard spice aromas and flavors. All they need to do is put some depth and complexity in, and they'll have a winner. —S.H.",Reserve,25,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Pinot Noir,1999,Boeger
13.5,Red,US,"Tough, lean and tannic, but it has a core of berry fruit. It's acidic and bitter right now, and there's a flavor of unsweetened coffee on the finish. Cellar it, or if you must try it now, drink it with the richest red meats you can find. —S.H.",Grand Archer,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2000 Grand Archer Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2000-grand-archer-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Arrowood
,Red,Chile,"Starts with earthy, blackberry aromas and deeper notes of plum preserves and blueberry. Picks up some pretty blackberry and cherry notes in the chewy core, then turns rich and solidly tannic in the finish. Needs time. —S.H.",Arboleda,20,85,Maipo Valley,,,Caliterra 1999 Arboleda Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1999-arboleda-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,1999,Caliterra
,Red,US,"Beautiful structure here, with good acids and supple, complex tannins, and a fine overlay of oak. But there's a lot of unripe or green fruit, offering mint and oregano aromas and flavors, and the finish is lean. —S.H.",Oehlman Vineyard,28,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hawley 2000 Oehlman Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2000-oehlman-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Hawley
14,White,US,"Somewhat viscous, yet searingly bright, with orange, clove, peach, pear, apple and lemon flavors at the fore. Zippy bright to the end, it's fun to drink, but lacks balance.",Proprietor's Special Reserve,16,85,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Millbrook 1999 Proprietor's Special Reserve Chardonnay (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-1999-proprietors-special-reserve-chardonnay-other-hudson-river-region/,Chardonnay,1999,Millbrook
13,Red,France,"Robust aromas veer toward rubber and paint at first, then mellow into mint and root beer. The palate offers a hodgepodge of red and black fruits as well as some woody spice. The finish doesn't really score big; it's sour and somewhat hollow. Texture is a positive but the flavor is kind of tart. —M.S.",Chateau Val Joanis Rouge - Estate Bottled,9,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 1999 Chateau Val Joanis Rouge - Estate Bottled Red (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-1999-rouge-estate-bottled-red-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Château Val Joanis
,Red,US,"Blackberry, olive and herb fruit aromas and flavors, dry soft tannins and slight kiss of oak. Acidity stings the palate on the tart finish. —S.H.",Family Selection,12,85,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 1999 Family Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-family-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Trinchero
12.5,Red,France,"This wine from the Val d'Orbieu group is a traditional southern French blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Carignan. The aromas are of tree bark and spice; they aren't too lush but they are pleasant and fresh. Tart cherry and spice runs the palate before a mild, smooth finish. Taste it and you'll agree that it's the prototypical bistro wine, one that is light and easy. —M.S.",Les Deux Rives,7,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Val d'Orbieu 1999 Les Deux Rives Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-dorbieu-1999-deux-rives-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,1999,Val d'Orbieu
13.8,Red,US,"Rough and briary, a wine with lots of ripe fruity flavors but also outsized tannins and a country-style texture. Cherry, cola, pepper and herbs are highlighted by sharp acids into the finish. —S.H.",Old Vine,17,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Stevenot 2000 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2000-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,Stevenot
,Red,US,"Shows good varietal character, with black currant flavors, dry tannins and full body. Feels rough around the edges, but it's not a bad glass of wine. Best Buy. —S.H.",,5,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Leaping Horse 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leaping-horse-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Leaping Horse
13.5,Red,France,"The nose is a bit rustic with its tree bark and rubbery notes, while the mouth is chewy and fruity. More robust red fruit asserts itself on the grainy, drying finish before performing a quiet fade. It's a bit oaky and tough, but overall it's also a fairly tasty wine that's easy to quaff. —M.S.",Chateau Aiguilloux - Cuvee Tradition,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,M et F Lamarie 2000 Chateau Aiguilloux - Cuvee Tradition Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-f-lamarie-2000-chateau-aiguilloux-cuvee-tradition-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,2000,M et F Lamarie
14.1,Red,US,"Pretty full-bodied, with blackberry and cherry flavors and a dry hit of acids and tannins, especially on the finish. Feels a little thick and heavy. Needs food, the richer the better. —S.H.",Il Leopardo,18,85,California,California Other,California,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo 1999 Il Leopardo Nebbiolo (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luvaggio-giacomo-1999-il-leopardo-nebbiolo-other/,Nebbiolo,1999,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo
12.5,Red,Italy,,Giubilante,18,85,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lungarotti 1998 Giubilante Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-1998-giubilante-red-umbria/,Red Blend,1998,Lungarotti
13.5,Red,Italy,Violet and dried meat aromaslead to red berry fruit flavors that are a bit weedy. The wine lacks depth and finishes tart but with some tannin structure.,Sagrantino di Montefalco,25,85,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Galli & Broccatelli 1998 Sagrantino di Montefalco  (Sagrantino di Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galli-broccatelli-1998-sagrantino-montefalco-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1998,Galli & Broccatelli
,White,US,"Fruity, with hints of peach and pear framed in tangy, lemony acidity and cinnamon spice. The wine is showing a touch of oxidation, which gives it a nutty edge. —J.M.",Oakless,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cantiga Wineworks 2000 Oakless Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantiga-wineworks-2000-oakless-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Cantiga Wineworks
13.5,White,US,"A very nice Chard, and a fine example of a Sierra one. Has all the peaches and cream you could want, spiced with vanilla, shining acids and a long, fruity finish. —S.H.",,14,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Stevenot 2001 Chardonnay (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-2001-chardonnay-sierra-foothills/,Chardonnay,2001,Stevenot
13.1,White,US,"Comes down on the lean, herbal side, despite substantial oak shadings and a solid dose of lees. The underlying fruit veers toward citrus and apples. High acidity makes the middle palate and the finish bitter. —S.H.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Robert Craig 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Robert Craig
,Red,US,"Rich and brawny, this Zin could come from no place but the Foothills. The big berry flavors and thick dusty tannins add kicks of alcohol and sweetness on the finish. You'll either like it or you'll find it cloying. —S.H.",Grandmere,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2000 Grandmere Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Renwood
13.8,White,US,"Lean and earthy, a wine with apple flavors and high acidity whose virtue is cleanliness and vibrancy rather than delicious hedonism. Restrained fruit lets the alcohol and acidity star. Try with mussels, clams or grilled veggies. —S.H.",Estate Grown & Bottled,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 2000 Estate Grown & Bottled Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-2000-estate-grown-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Lockwood
,Red,Chile,"From a difficult vintage, this is a strong performance, blending woody notes from barrel aging with earth, cherries and green herbs.",Concepcion Gran Reserva,11,86,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 1998 Concepcion Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-1998-concepcion-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Francisco Gillmore
14.2,White,US,"Tight and lean, an austere wine marked by citrus and tobacco and a blast of tart acidity. Feels crisp and clean, almost like a Sauvignon Blanc, although oak and lees add rich, creamy notes. Still, this is a hard-edged Chard. —S.H.",,23,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Artesa
13.7,White,US,"Plenty of upfront apple, peach and pear flavors. Feels supple and opulent, with a silky texture. The finish is ripe and spicy. A bit obvious on the oak: It smacks you with smoke, toast and vanilla. —S.H.",Triere Estate Vineyard,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2000 Triere Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2000-triere-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Burgess
,Red,US,"Ripe, plump and juicy, with flavors of wild berries, white pepper, tobacco and herbs. This is a good, young Zin, with some sharp, aggressive acids and youthful tannins. Needs ribs and similar fare to show its best. —S.H.",Founders' Estate,12,86,California,California Other,California,Beringer 1999 Founders' Estate Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-founders-estate-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Beringer
,Red,US,"A pleasant wine, with smoky, toasty aromas and black cherry, raspberry, herb and spice flavors. —J.M.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cantiga Wineworks 2000 Shiraz (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantiga-wineworks-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast-monterey/,Shiraz,2000,Cantiga Wineworks
14,Red,US,"A young wine, from the dark, blue-black color to the immature aromas of blackberry jam and oak. In the mouth, the tannins strike hard and fast, followed up by acidity. But there's a solid core of blackberry fruit. This wine demands cellaring. Try after 2004. —S.H.",Reserve,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Barefoot Cellars 2000 Reserve Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2000-reserve-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2000,Barefoot Cellars
13.7,Red,US,"A pretty wine, if a little one-dimensional. Has jammy blackberry, cherry, cola, and pepper aromas and flavors, soft, silky tannins and bright acids. Dry and balanced, it fulfills basic Pinot requirements. —S.H.",,22,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Buena Vista
14,Red,US,"A blend of Peachy's best Zins, and it costs a few bucks more, but isn't better. Forward flavors of raspberries and cherries are wrapped in soft tannins and acids. The wine could use more structure. —S.H. .",Especial,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2000 Especial Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2000-especial-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Peachy Canyon
13.9,Red,US,"Grown in the Santa Rita Hills (SRH) appellation, this dense wine is young, and packed with deep berry-cherry flavors, wrapped in thick tannins. It's a bit rough and gawky now, and may be better in a year or two. —S.H.",SRH,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 2000 SRH Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2000-srh-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lafond
14,Red,Australia,"Bright yet deep blackberry aromas are a bit herbaceous. The flavors of ginger, brown earth and black fruit finish with soft tannins and an even balance.",Hill of Gold,19,86,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 2000 Hill of Gold Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-hill-gold-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mudgee/,Shiraz,2000,Rosemount
,Red,US,"A nice, easy-drinking Syrah, with plum and tobacco flavors and rich, dry tannins. It feels supple and round in the mouth, with a tart, peppery finish. —S.H.",Sierra Series,12,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2001 Sierra Series Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2001-sierra-series-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2001,Renwood
,Red,US,"A big Zin that opens with a blast of crushed white pepper aromas and then reveals its blackberry fruit in the mouth. It's got big, rough tannins and prickly acidity; there's nothing shy or subtle about it. —S.H.",Fighting Brothers Cuvee,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Saxon Brown 1999 Fighting Brothers Cuvee Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxon-brown-1999-fighting-brothers-cuvee-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Saxon Brown
14,Red,France,"The molasses and milk chocolate scents suggest overripeness, which is echoed on the soft, prune-driven palate. The brawny, chocolaty texture is not a drawback, but it seems raisiny, while the alcohol is a bit too pronounced. —M.S.",Cuvee Combe Sauvage,20,86,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Domaine de Fontavin 1999 Cuvee Combe Sauvage  (Gigondas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fontavin-1999-cuvee-combe-sauvage-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine de Fontavin
12.5,Red,France,"This perennial value red is the kind of table wine that should be poured liberally and without much analysis. Expect a fruity, chewy, hearty wine with plenty of substance and roasted, toasted nuances of nuts and burnt coffee. —M.S.",,9,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,La Vieille Ferme 2000 Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2000-red-cotes-ventoux/,Red Blend,2000,La Vieille Ferme
14,Red,Australia,"Powerful aromatics feature cloves and black currants. Toasty black fruit flavors are medium-bodied, with drying tannins.",Show Reserve,24,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek,,Rosemount 1999 Show Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-show-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,1999,Rosemount
15,Red,US,"This bold, muscular Zin boasts overpowering flavors of wild berries and high alcohol. It's strong, assertive and dry. There's something old-fashioned about it, like great-grandpa made it, and did a pretty good job. —S.H.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 2000 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Dashe Cellars
14.2,Red,US,"Not bad, but surprisingly lean and herbal for a '99, with sage and tobacco flavors. It's very dry, rich in tannins and acids, and absolutely clean, with little oak influence. —S.H.",,22,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1999 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1999-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1999,Buena Vista
13.9,Red,US,"This winery's workhorse red is bone-dry and tart, with puckery acids and sticky tannins that demand olive oil, butter or cheese. The flavors are lean and herbal. —S.H.",,16,86,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 2000 Sangiovese (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2000-sangiovese-napa-atlas-peak/,Sangiovese,2000,Atlas Peak
13.5,Red,US,"There's lots of class in this dry, fairly tannic wine, with blackberry and plum flavors. Feels rich in the mouth, with depth and good structure. The gritty tannins are tough, though, and require aging or rich fare, like lamb, to tame them. —S.H.",Grand Archer,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2000 Grand Archer Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2000-grand-archer-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2000,Arrowood
13.5,White,US,"A tight, flinty Chard whose green apple and lime flavors are accompanied by mineral, slate and chalky notes. Feels streamlined in the mouth despite elaborate oak. The finish is short and spicy. —S.H.",Reserve,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Buehler 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-2000-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Buehler
13.5,Red,US,"This starter-kit Santa Barbara Pinot has flavors of cherries, blackberries, tomatoes and fresh hard spices, with silky tannins and crisp acids. —S.H.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fess Parker
14,Red,US,"Fruity and big, with black raspberry and black cherry flavors and a hit of spicy pepper. Feels hot and dry in the mouth, with low acids and silky, dusty tannins. There's an herbaceous edge that relieves the purely fruity character. —S.H.",Mustang Springs,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2000 Mustang Springs Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2000-mustang-springs-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"Good example of a big Sierra Foothills Zin. Ripe and rich, with blackberry, raspberry, cherry and pepper flavors that assault the palate and coat the tongue through the finish. —S.H.",Grandpere,32,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2000 Grandpere Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-grandpere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Renwood
13,Red,France,"Sweet and smooth aromatics yield to a palate of modest raspberry and strawberry fruit that is pumped up by a blast of supporting vanilla oak. The finish is light and simple, while proper acidity lends needed structure. It's yet another classic bistro wine from the land of bistro wines. —M.S.",,11,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Domaine Salvat 1999 Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-salvat-1999-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine Salvat
,Red,US,"It's bizarre that they call it a Central Coast wine because it's from a single vineyard in Santa Maria Valley. It does have the valley's profile of crisp acids, framing, in this vintage, ripe blackberry fruit and soft tannins. The flavors are pretty, although it could use more depth. —S.H.",,19,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,San Saba 1999 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,San Saba
13.5,Red,Italy,,Turlo,10,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,Salviano 1999 Turlo Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salviano-1999-turlo-red-umbria/,Red Blend,1999,Salviano
,Red,US,"A huge Zin, filled with ripe flavors ranging from wild forest berries to stone fruits to pepper and tobacco. The most notable feature is the tannins, which are rugged and fierce. This dry wine makes your tongue stick to the roof of your palate.",Casa Santinamaria Vineyards,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Saxon Brown 1999 Casa Santinamaria Vineyards Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxon-brown-1999-casa-santinamaria-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Saxon Brown
,Red,Chile,"Judged on the soft, ripe tannins alone, this wine could be from Napa, it's that rich and flattering to the palate. The fruit is a little dilute. Still, Cabernet fans will find plenty of blackberries and currants to shout about. —S.H.",Terra Rosa,10,86,Central Valley,,,Laurel Glen 2000 Terra Rosa Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2000-terra-rosa-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Laurel Glen
,Red,US,"This most basic of Lynmar's Pinots satisfies with silky tannins, soft acidity and pleasant cherry flavors. A dollop of oak adds smoke and char. It's a simple wine, properly made and easy to drink. —S.H.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lynmar
14.6,Red,US,"A tough, dry wine, with gritty tannins and pronounced acidity. Flavors veer toward blackberries, tobacco and herbs. Like a decent Chianti, it's tart and austere but clean, a wine that tastes O.K. on its own but will improve with food. —S.H.",Il Ponte,32,86,California,California Other,California,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo 1999 Il Ponte Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luvaggio-giacomo-1999-il-ponte-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1999,L'Uvaggio di Giacomo
13,Red,Italy,"Named after the 20 acre vineyard Assisi. the wine has dark chocolate, and black cherry flavors. A medium bodied wine that is pleasant, and easy to drink.",Assisi Rosso,15,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,Sportoletti 2001 Assisi Rosso Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sportoletti-2001-assisi-rosso-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2001,Sportoletti
,Red,US,"One of five single-vineyard releases from this winery, the Bien Nacido offering is a complex wine that encompasses herbaceous, vegetal notes and fleshier, fruity ones. The wine at this point is lean and hard and veering toward beets and tomatoes. Time may bring out a sweeter face. —S.H.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,37,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tantara
13.5,White,Australia,"Aromas of butterscotch, toast and anise combine with tropical fruit flavors. The finish is clean with a slight minerality that adds complexity.",Show Reserve,18,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 2001 Show Reserve Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-show-reserve-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Rosemount
15,Red,US,"Rugged, warm-country Zin, with ripe wild berry and cola flavors and an edge of tobacco and sage. Rugged and woolly tannins are the main features. —S.H.",Eastside,15,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 2000 Eastside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-2000-eastside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Peachy Canyon
12.5,Red,France,"Full and bold, with meaty, smoky, woody notes to the bouquet. The mouthfeel is a little less forward than the nose indicates, and the plum and cherry fruit, while not weak, is light. Vanilla and pepper rule the finish. This is an estate wine from Mommessin. Best Buy. —M.S.",Chateau De Domazan,9,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Mommessin 2001 Chateau De Domazan Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2001-chateau-domazan-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Mommessin
,Red,US,"Licorice, blackberry and herb notes are framed in smoky, pine-like oak. Tannins are firm but ripe, while the moderately long finish has an herbal edge. —J.M.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Forefather's (CA) 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-ca-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Forefather's (CA)
15.5,Red,US,"Pleasant drinking fare, light in body and tannins, with a silky mouthfeel and soft acids. Notable for the persistance and intensity of its raspberry flavors. Long, sweet and delicious through the slighty hot finish, the result of high alcohol. —S.H.",James Berry Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Equus 1999 James Berry Vineyard Grenache (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/equus-1999-james-berry-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-paso-robles/,Grenache,1999,Equus
13,Red,France,"The color is nice and the aromas are sweet with the essence of graham crackers. The palate is a bit leathery, with blackberry and coffee flavors emerging. Then on the back of the palate the wine gets tighter and more gritty. Here the tannins bite, although for an inexpensive drink with food it's up to the task. Best Buy. —M.S.",,9,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Château de Pennautier 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pennautier-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Château de Pennautier
,Red,US,"Grown in the warmer northeastern corner of the valley, this ambitious wine has raspberry, smoke, tobacco and coffee aromas. It's richly soft in tannins and acids, with berry flavors. Yet the finish is a little dilute. —S.H.",Cohn Vineyard,48,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Deerfield Ranch 2000 Cohn Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2000-cohn-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Deerfield Ranch
13.9,White,US,"A big bells-and-whistles wine whose tropical fruit flavors are enhanced by large quantities of smoky oak and lees. Vanilla, buttered toast and that sour flavor that comes from sur lies aging take front stage at the cost of some subtlety. —S.H.",Grand Reserve,14,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 2000 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2000-grand-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Villa Mt. Eden
14.1,Red,US,"Opens with aromas of black currants, chocolate and olives, then adds toasty oak. The mouthfeel is smooth and velvety, and the wine is fully dry. There's an edge of rough earthiness that keeps it from getting a higher score, but it's still a very good wine. —S.H.",,60,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Marston Family 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marston-family-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Marston Family
13.9,White,US,"Intensely fruity and spicy, with layers of tropical fruits, peaches, figs and tapioca. Lavishly oaked, with crisp acids and a long, rich finish. Despite the size, could use more nuance and finesse. Best Buy. —S.H.",,7,87,California,California Other,California,Painter Bridge 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/painter-bridge-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Painter Bridge
13,Red,France,"Perfumed aromas carry some light cherry and a hint of charcoal. The smooth palate features a solid base of black cherry and some meaty notes that add character. The finish, while short, is clean and dry. Nice and easy, just what you want from this type of wine. Best Buy. —M.S.",Samorëns,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Ferraton Père et Fils 1999 Samorëns Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferraton-pere-fils-1999-samorens-red-cotes/,Red Blend,1999,Ferraton Père et Fils
,Red,US,Bright plum and spice flavors are supported by firm tannins and good acidity. Strong herb and oak components linger on the finish. —J.M.,,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Elyse 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elyse-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Elyse
12.5,Red,Chile,,Antiguas Reservas - Estate Bottled,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 1999 Antiguas Reservas - Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-1999-antiguas-reservas-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Cousiño-Macul
,Red,US,"Starts with aromas of espresso, cola, beefsteak tomato and black cherry, all spiced up with black pepper. Turns tart and acidic in the mouth; it's a fresh, young wine that calls for mid-term cellaring. Underlying flavors of cranberry and black cherry suggest it will soften and develop by 2004. —S.H.",Floodgate Vineyard,30,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Bannister 1999 Floodgate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bannister-1999-floodgate-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bannister
,Red,US,"Substantially more open and fruitier than the Sonoma Coast bottling, this is a junior version of the fabulous 1999. This wine is rich and tannic, with fleshy earth and berry flavors. —S.H.",,39,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
,Red,Spain,"Piercing aromas of bramble and herbs give it a slightly rustic bouquet. The mouth is forward and packs punch, with cherry and raspberry fruit. The finish is tight and dry, but it doesn't turn hard. Aging in used Chardonnay barrels keeps the oak element in check.",,20,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jean León 1999 Merlot (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-leon-1999-merlot-penedes/,Merlot,1999,Jean León
14.5,Red,US,"Young and jammy, made Aussie Shiraz-style with black stone fruit and berry flavors and strong, immature acids. Very dry, although the tannins are soft. Try with short ribs of beef or similar fare. —S.H.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 2000 Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2000,Château Souverain
,White,US,". Creamy-rich, with melon, peach, toast and honey flavors. Full on the finish, with a slightly woody aftertaste. —J.M.",,19,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,St. Supéry
14.1,White,US,"Has a beautiful bouquet, loaded with smoky oak and vanilla and the lushest, ripest pears. But the flavors aren't quite as rich: It turns citrusy in the mouth, with a creamy texture. Very clean and tart on the finish. —S.H.",Behler Vineyard Reserve,,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 2000 Behler Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2000-behler-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,St. Francis
14.1,White,US,"Brims with pronounced peach, oak and lees notes. Big, full-bodied and rich, it's marked by scads of new smoky oak and opulently ripe fruit. A shade obvious in all its respects, it could use more subtlety and finesse. —S.H.",Goldfields Vineyard Reserve,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simi 1999 Goldfields Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1999-goldfields-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Simi
,Red,US,"This is the softest and fruitiest Pinot that Williams Selyem produces; it's filled with black raspberry and cherry flavors. This obscure Mendocino region is a cool area but not as cool as Russian River Valley, so this is a fatter, more accessible wine. —S.H.",Weir Vineyard,48,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Williams Selyem 2000 Weir Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-weir-vineyard-pinot-noir-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
13.8,Red,US,"Chunky tannins surround a center of rich black-cherry fruit with a strong dose of white pepper. Fully dry and balanced, long on flavor, this wine has mid-term aging possibilities. —S.H .",Reserve,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 1999 Reserve Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Madroña
14,Red,France,"The nose is a blend of bramble, earth, smoke and leather. It seems to have a slight floral note, too. Meanwhile, raspberry, vanilla and chocolate flavors dominate prior to a thick but not overly tannic finish. –M.S.",,17,87,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Domaine de Fontavin 1999 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fontavin-1999-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine de Fontavin
,Red,US,"Polished, with lots of flair, this well-crafted wine shows good varietal character. Cassis, olive and herb flavors are joined by smoky oak and dry, fine tannins, with lively acids. Try cellaring for a year or two. —S.H.",,26,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Beringer
,Rose,France,"Very pale, with inviting aromas of peaches and strawberries, vanilla and smoke. Delicate flavors of peaches, white chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and minty sorbet. It's dry and crisp, with high acidity. Despite the lightness of body, this wine has interest and depth.",,20,87,Provence,Bandol,,Domaine du Gros Nore 1999 Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gros-nore-1999-rose-bandol/,Rosé,1999,Domaine du Gros Nore
13,Red,France,"Take a sniff and you'll get blueberry and graham crackers along with mineral. The mouth is pure and expressive, with size and power. The flavor profile is mostly black plums with supporting oak, and the finish is dry and rewarding. Although the wine leans a bit toward the syrupy and heavy side, it holds the line of balance just enough to qualify as a sure winner. Best Buy. —M.S.",Rouge,10,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Côtes du Roussillon,,Château de Jau 2000 Rouge Red (Côtes du Roussillon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-jau-2000-rouge-red-cotes/,Red Blend,2000,Château de Jau
,Red,US,"Dark purple-black in color, this is a young wine brimming with jammy blackberry, espresso, dark chocolate and pepper aromas and flavors. Big in the mouth, filled with juicy acids and fine tannins, although it's dry. —S.H.",Old Vines,21,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
14,White,US,"Never big or flashy, Trefethen's Chardonnays are usually good representatives of their vintage. This wine is lean and tight, with citrusy flavors, hefty acids and an overlay of oak. It's swift, clean and steely. Try with shellfish, goat cheese or roast chicken. —S.H.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Trefethen
,Red,US,"Good varietal character marks this plummy, peppery wine. It's very ripe and fruity, with soft, unctuous tannins and enough acidity to offset the rich flavors. Finishes with a bite of tannin. Should improve in a year or two. —S.H.",,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2000 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,2000,Renwood
12,Red,Italy,,Rubesco,15,87,Central Italy,Torgiano,,Lungarotti 1998 Rubesco Red (Torgiano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-1998-rubesco-red-torgiano/,Red Blend,1998,Lungarotti
15,Red,US,"Kick-butt Zin that pulls off the elusive quest to balance size with elegance. Warm country aromas of Port, chocolate and raisins, but goes down smooth despite 15% alcohol and a bit of residual sugar. —S.H.",Richard Sauret Vineyard,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rosenblum 2000 Richard Sauret Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-richard-sauret-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"A dark, ripe wine with blackberry, olive, chocolate and herb flavors that are enriched by smoky oak. Fully dry, with ripe tannins that turn a bit astringent on the finish. Pretty good for this west-of-Paso Robles appellation, but needs to work on depth and nuance.",Shadow Canyon Vineyard,30,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Shadow Canyon 2001 Shadow Canyon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadow-canyon-2001-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Shadow Canyon
12.5,Red,Italy,"Earth driven aromas, and dark cherry flavors are touched with charcoal. The finish is easy and pleasant. This is a good simple red to enjoy by itself or with a pizza.",Trescone,12,87,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lamborghini 2000 Trescone Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamborghini-2000-trescone-red-umbria/,Red Blend,2000,Lamborghini
13,White,US,"The underlying fruit is tight and lean, with apple and citrus flavors, although it's fattened up with winemaker bells and whistles. Oak adds a creamy texture and smoky vanilla, while lees contribute more cream. The finish turns acidic and tart.",Aurora Vineyard,40,87,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 2000 Aurora Vineyard Chardonnay (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-2000-aurora-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Chardonnay,2000,Von Strasser
,Red,US,"Shows why Syrah can be such a good full-bodied red. Fleshy flavors of blackberries and cherries combine with an olive streak and soft tannins. Feels rich in the mouth, with a satisfying finish. —S.H.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Granite Springs 2000 Syrah (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granite-springs-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Syrah,2000,Granite Springs
14.5,Red,US,"This vintage just can't compare to the exquisite '97. It shares the house style of balance, elegance and harmony. Everything that winemaking could contribute, it has. But Mother Nature rules. This year, the concentration is lacking. —S.H.",,58,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 1998 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Hanzell
13.9,Red,US,"Big aromas and flavors of blackberry, black pepper, white chocolate and tobacco, as well as oaky influences. Feels big and lush in the mouth, but the tannins are well-behaved. It's drinkable now, although it turns a bit harsh on the finish. —S.H.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2000 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,2000,Morgan
,Red,US,"A light-bodied red that's dry and balanced. Has supple, silky tannins and crisp acids framing flavors of tobacco, cherries and pepper. Perfect with roast chicken. —S.H.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dashe Cellars 1999 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-1999-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Dashe Cellars
,Red,US,"Fruity and supple, this young, jammy wine is easy to drink. It has rich, juicy flavors of newly crushed berries and a slight gassiness that freshens it. So rich, it seems almost sweet, but it's dry, with soft tannins. Best Buy. —S.H.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gallo of Sonoma
13.5,Red,France,"Solid and spicy right from the start, with a saturated palate of red country-style fruit, pepper and cinnamon. The finish is round and satisfying, offering a healthy but restrained dose of tannins. The acidity is just right, yielding a wine of balance. For the price it has a lot to give. Best Buy. —M.S.",Chateau Aiguilloux - Cuvee des Trois Seigneurs,11,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,M et F Lamarie 1999 Chateau Aiguilloux - Cuvee des Trois Seigneurs Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-f-lamarie-1999-chateau-aiguilloux-cuvee-trois-seigneurs-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,1999,M et F Lamarie
,Red,US,"Displays distinct valley-floor qualities, with its well-ripened black-currant fruit and soft, intricately woven tannins. Feels rich and lush in the mouth, and coats the palate through the long finish. Oak provides a context, but doesn't overwhelm. Feels too soft to age, but you never know. —S.H.",,100,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Quintessa 1999 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintessa-1999-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Quintessa
,Red,US,"This is brutally good wine. The dark color promises ripeness, and the stains on the side of the glass guarantee a rich, sweet mouthfeel. Just packed with dark berry and chocolate fruit, with the most gorgeous overlay of smoky oak. Fabulous Merlot, and all the more remarkable for being an assembled wine from six different Napa subappellations. —S.H.",,39,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Shafer
,White,US,"My cousin, who lives in France and likes austere, challenging wines, found this impossibly oversized, but American palates will be in awe. Late-picked grapes have an almost botrytized sweetness, and the whole is lavisly oaked. It's Disneyland in your mouth, always something flashy going on.",Signature Reserve,44,93,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 1999 Signature Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-signature-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Testarossa
,Red,Australia,"A monumental wine. Black-purple in color, with massive, but juvenile, aromas of cassis and white pepper. Huge and explosive in the mouth, coating the palate with blackberry flavors, but very tannic and acidic now.",Heytesbury,40,93,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Vasse Felix 1999 Heytesbury Red (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-1999-heytesbury-red-western/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Vasse Felix
14,Red,Italy,"This blend of 50% Sangiovese and 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is a fine example of the super Tuscan   concept. It's rich, deep and grapey, a sensationally ripe wine, loaded with tobacco, bacon and cassis. It's lush, with only modestly full tannins, so it won't require years in the cellar before it can be drunk. The finish is smooth and delightfully layered, with ample force and clarity. Editors' Choice. —M.S.",San Leopoldo,41,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Poggione 1999 San Leopoldo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-1999-san-leopoldo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Il Poggione
,Red,Portugal,"DFJ is a combination of the initials of the two owners—Dino Ventura and Fausto Ferraz—and those of winemaker José Neiva.  The Grand'Arte range consists of single-varietal wines grown in the company's 148-acre vineyard. This wine, with its aromas of pepper and herbs, and its powerful black cherry flavors and vanilla layers, is stunning. —R.V.",Grand Arte,30,92,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 Grand Arte Touriga Nacional (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-grand-arte-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional,2000,DFJ Vinhos
13.9,White,US,"Riper and richer than Longoria's Clos Pepe bottling, but strikes most of the same notes. Lees coat the mouth with sour (in the good sense) flavors, riding over intensely spicy apples and lemons. The wine is dry and acidic, but paradoxically, rich and layered. Don't drink it too cold. Try aging it.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,36,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2000 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2000-mt-carmel-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Longoria
12,Sparkling,France,"From the first sniff you know this is a refined and arrestingly complex wine, with a bouquet of subtly entwined layers mixing ripe fruits, mineral, leesy-cheesy accents, vanilla and even a bit of metal in the steely center. Three-dimensional flavors and a wonderful lightness on the palate make for an exceptional bottle.",Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut,75,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-grand-siecle-la-cuvee-brut-champagne-20336/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
14.1,Red,US,"There's some real richness in this red, with its plummy, blackberry flavors and deep earthiness. It's dry, with pronounced tannins and feels angular and jagged in the mouth, but a bit of age should soften it. —S.H.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 2000 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2000,Burgess
,White,US,"A single-vineyard wine from a part of the Dutton Ranch that capitalizes on east-facing slopes to produce a riper wine than the regular release. It's elaborated with lees and oak but is still a tight, lean wine, barely nudging from citrus and apple into peach. The pedigree shows in the finesse.",Rued Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Rued Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-rued-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,Portugal,"Another fine wine from the DFJ stable, blending the two top Douro grape varieties. The aromas of sweet, juicy fruit on the nose are complemented by firm, dry tannins and rich, concentrated fruit. It's big but never clumsy. —R.V.",DFJ,23,90,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 DFJ Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-dfj-red-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2000,DFJ Vinhos
,White,US,"The lees that the wine was aged on dominate the aromas, with that curiously appealing sour-cream scent that promises a richly creamy texture. And so it is, wrapped gently around delicious apple fruit flavors and dusty oriental spices. It's a dry wine, with great structure, and a zesty acidity that's high by Sonoma standards.",Olivet Ranch,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Olivet Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-olivet-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,De Loach
,White,US,"Begins with unique, distinctive anise and mint aromas and flavors, along with white pepper and white peach. It's not a superripe, lush wine, but it's a rich, complex one. Streamlined with acid and oak, this baby is full of finesse, depth and harmony.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gainey 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Gainey
14,Red,Australia,"Deep and inky up front, with notes of earth and bitter chocolate. Anyone thinking about trying this wine should be a fan of naturally sweet reds. It has an unmistakable sugar to it, but it's not a cloying or fake sweetness. Clearly it's ripe, and a bit unyielding. A few years in the cellar will do it some good.",The Coppermine Road,65,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 1999 The Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-1999-coppermine-road-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,D'Arenberg
14,Red,Italy,"Cabernet can be hit-or-miss in Sicily, but this one's a hit. The dusty cassis and field-green aromas lead to rich dark-fruit flavors with plenty of tobacco, bitter chocolate and coffee grinds. A full, plush mouthfeel with lots of oak balances the other components. This wine is approachable now but will hold well through 2010",San Rocco,60,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Feudo Principi di Butera 2000 San Rocco Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-principi-butera-2000-san-rocco-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Feudo Principi di Butera
13,Red,Italy,"Leather and violet aromas kick off this 100% Sangiovese, which is more racy than burly. A potentially excellent wine with food due to its sculpted structure and modest tannins; this is a fresh and expressive version of Tuscany's prime red grape. In terms of flavor, expect cherry fruit and supporting vanilla. For feel, it's round and chunky while deftly avoiding heaviness. —M.S.",Piano Del Cipresso,22,90,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Terrabianca 1999 Piano Del Cipresso Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-1999-piano-cipresso-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,1999,Terrabianca
,Red,Portugal,"A great sweet, Porty wine, soft and immediately fruity. There's big, ripe, generous fruit with great acidity and lovely, ripe red-berry flavors. Wood tannins at the heart give structure to the juicy fruit; it should age well over the next five years.  —R.V.",,22,90,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2000 Tinta Roriz (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2000-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-dao/,Tinta Roriz,2000,Quinta dos Roques
,Red,Portugal,"Smoky, meaty aromas lead into perfumed fruit flavors. The tannins are soft but dry; the fruit is very aromatic with a touch of violets and some rich, dark tannins underneath. The wine will age well—probably 5–10 years. —R.V.",Quinta do Portal Reserva,,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 1999 Quinta do Portal Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-1999-do-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta do Portal
,White,US,"Fatter and rounder than Tantara's Talley bottling, and not quite as focused. Tastes strongly of lees, with plenty of smoky oak riding over underlying apple and peach flavors. This is a dry, angular wine designed for elaborate food.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,26,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Tantara 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantara-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Tantara
,Red,US,"The vineyard is located in Polk County, and the fruit is round and rich, with soft tannins and a kiss of spice. More approachable than the 1999 vintage, this is a plump, forward style of Pinot that's already drinking well. —P.G.",Seven Springs Vineyard,48,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Torii Mor 2000 Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2000-seven-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Torii Mor
14.5,White,US,A well-made Chardonnay showing a subtle floral nose with an underlying minerality. Tropical fruit flavors are enhanced with butterscotch and vanilla. The balance of bright fruit and viticultural and vinification elements is admirable.,,50,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2000 Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2000-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,2000,Staglin
,White,US,"A big, rich wine, showing classic Russian River notes of fresh green apples and peaches. Liberal use of well-charred oak and substantial lees contact adds vanilla, smoke and a creamy texture.",Laguna Vineyard,24,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 2000 Laguna Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2000-laguna-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,Australia,"This wine is a spectacular value. It's just delicious, filled with intense raspberry liqueur, chocolate and tobacco flavors, richly dry, with super-velvety tannins. It coats the palate with sweet, ripe fruit. True, this is not a big wine and won't age, but on every other level, it's superb.",The Long Paddock,10,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 2000 The Long Paddock Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2000-the-long-paddock-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Redbank
13.5,Red,Italy,"Muscular and a bit raw in the nose; this is ripe Chianti, with a full dose of bursting berry fruit and an added element of earthy terroir. Firm tannins provide structure, and the cherry-berry flavor rides strong on the   finish. —M.S.",,50,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Brolio 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-brolio-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Brolio
,White,US,"Broad flavors of apples and peaches are framed in spicy oak, with hints of vanilla and char. The wine is dry but very rich, with enough acidity to make the fruit sparkle. The finish is long.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Andretti
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Smartly packaged and well executed, this is Prosecco on the sweet edge, but with the balance to pull it off. Its orange and green-herb aromas are attractive. So are the bright tangerine and lime flavors. The finish is slick at first, then mildly tart. Yes, it's sweet, but it's also very, very tasty. Best Buy. —M.S.",Extra Dry,9,90,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Astoria 2001 Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2001-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2001,Astoria
,White,US,"Smells fresh and clean, with vibrant aromas of sun-ripened summer peaches drizzled with vanilla and cream. The fruity flavors are very bright and sharp, underlaid with a rich honeyed sweetness. A long, spicy finish completes the picture.",,19,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Epiphany 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Epiphany
12,Sparkling,France,"A wonderful discovery, spicy and pungent, with forward, very fresh and pretty aromas of strawberry, raspberry and light cherry fruit. Vivid, vivacious and very nicely balanced, this wine invites sip after delicious sip with its lively, crisp finish.",Brut Rosé,32,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Brut Rosé Pinot Noir (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-brut-rose-pinot-noir-champagne/,Pinot Noir,,Duval-Leroy
,Red,Portugal,"A big, rich, well integrated wine, showing solid tannins and huge black-fruit flavors, along with some spice from 12 months aging in new French oak. The Touriga Nacional in the blend (50%) dominates, with its restrained power and elegance. —R.V.",Reserva,15,90,Dão,,,Casa de Santar 1999 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santar-1999-reserva-red-dao/,Red Blend,1999,Casa de Santar
,Red,Portugal,"A deliciously ripe wine, with sweet mulberrry and cranberry flavors alongside rich wood tannins. The wine, a blend of Aragonês and Trincadeira, has great tarry flavors and a solid, chunky structure. It could well age for five years or more, but is certainly ready to drink now. —R.V.",Quinta da Terrugem,20,90,Alentejo,,,Caves Aliança 1997 Quinta da Terrugem Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1997-quinta-terrugem-red-alentejo/,Red Blend,1997,Caves Aliança
,Red,Italy,"Nice young Chianti with lots of black cherry fruit and brisk, sour acids that make your cheeks pucker. The wine is dry and balanced, and cries out for rich, decadent Italian food. —S.H.",Riserva,17,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 1999 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-1999-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Gabbiano
13.6,White,US,"This wine has all the usual elements of ripe, oaky Chardonnay, including a fat, unctuous texture and big, bright peach and pear flavors. However, it has the added plus of elegance that many big wines lack. The finish is especially nice, turning peppery and spicy and lasting for a long time.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos La Chance 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos La Chance
,White,US,"Just delicious. Its one-third Sauvignon Blanc dominates, with grassy, lemony flavors and a dry, tart mouthfeel. The other two-thirds is Sémillon, which adds nutty, figgy notes. Oak softens and fattens. The result is a dry white wine of unusual complexity and density. This would be terrific with spicy Thai food.",Ariadne,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2000 Ariadne White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2000-ariadne-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2000,Clos du Val
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Ripe Golden Delicious apples and mature fruit flavors blend with a creamy mouthfeel and great acidity. A distinct style—and if it happens to be your style, you'll love it. —C.S.",Cuvee Annamaria Clementi,120,90,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco 1993 Cuvee Annamaria Clementi  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-1993-cuvee-annamaria-clementi-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,1993,Ca' del Bosco
,White,US,"Green apples, so typical of Chards grown in these parts, dominate the aromas and flavors. The wine has a real bite of tartness and almost seems to crunch on the palate. Softer, lusher notes are provided by oak and lees, but it remains a lean, Chablisian wine. That makes it a fantastic partner for food.",Rochioli and Allen Vineyards,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bannister 1999 Rochioli and Allen Vineyards Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bannister-1999-rochioli-allen-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Bannister
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Pretty aromas of citrus and vanilla smell almost like a scented candle. But all subtlety ends there; the palate delivers a blast of fruit. From the time you taste it, it's in your face, providing the essence of Prosecco's sweet side with soft but healthy acidity. Best Buy. —M.S.",Crede,12,90,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Bisol NV Crede  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bisol-nv-crede-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Bisol
14.5,Red,US,"A blend of four varieties dominated by Cabernet, grown in seven vineyards, this represents current tastes in Napa. It's extremely rich in ripe blackberry and cassis flavors, made up with richly smoked oak. The tannins are ultrasoft, and so are the acids. —S.H.",Profile,90,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-profile-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Merryvale
,Red,Portugal,"João Portugal Ramos has surrounded the fortress city of Estremoz with his vineyards. The Syrah just loves it in this hot, dry climate, giving a wine with aromas of violets and leather, huge tannins, rich jammy flavors and a sense of restrained power. Yet Portugal Ramos has also managed to get some elegance in this otherwise bruising wine. —R.V.",,18,90,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2001 Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2001,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,Portugal,"Dusty, tarry fruit aromas come from this deep, nearly black-colored wine. It is smooth, almost velvety, with strong, dry tannins under the fruit. Intensely concentrated, it is certainly ageworthy, probably maturing well over the next five years. Vinha Pan is short for Vinha Panasqueria, the name of the vineyard. —R.V.",Vinha Pan,13,90,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2000 Vinha Pan Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2000-vinha-pan-red-beiras/,Red Blend,2000,Luis Pato
,Red,US,,Melrose Vineyard,52,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2000 Melrose Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2000-melrose-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rex Hill
13.5,White,US,"Enticing, with velvety texture but firmness, nonetheless, on the palate. A sleek and subtle blend of apricot, peach, spice, herb and citrus flavors, all couched elegantly with finesse.",,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2000 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-viognier-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Viognier,2000,Renwood
,Red,Portugal,"The attractive Quinta de la Rosa, at Pinhão, under the ownership of the Bergqvist family, is aquiring a good name for its table wines as well as its Ports. This vintage has delicious, ripe, sweet fruit on the nose and fine forward fruit and sweetness. The ripeness and almost-jelly juiciness give a real sense of the wine being made from serious Port fruit. —R.V.",Quinta la Rosa,18,90,Douro,,,Quinta de la Rosa 2001 Quinta la Rosa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-rosa-2001-quinta-red-douro/,Red Blend,2001,Quinta de la Rosa
,Red,Portugal,"A superb wine from the company that also brings you Mateus Rosé. It is mainly made from the local Aragonês, with vibrant perfumed aromas and dry tannins alongside rich, juicy fruit. Wood flavors lend complexity to a wine that should age well for 5 years or more. —R.V.",Reserva,9,90,Alentejo,,,Sogrape 1999 Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1999-reserva-red-alentejo/,Red Blend,1999,Sogrape
13.9,White,US,"Somewhat earthy and quite complex, with an unusual array of citrus, hazelnut, butterscotch, toast, melon and mineral flavors. Full-bodied, it's weighty yet clean and fresh at the end.",Wes Cameron Vineyard 60 Year Old Wente Clone,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 2000 Wes Cameron Vineyard 60 Year Old Wente Clone Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-2000-wes-cameron-vineyard-60-year-old-wente-clone-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Seven Lions Winery
,White,US,"Quite smooth and creamy on the palate, with plenty of spice, apricot, melon, peach and pear flavors. Lush on the finish, it lingers nicely.",Mill Road Vineyard,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 2001 Mill Road Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-2001-mill-road-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,2001,Eberle
13,White,US,"Cold Creek, which is actually quite a warm site in the Columbia Valley, mixes a crisp, acid-driven backbone with lightly tropical flavors of pineapple and mango. In the middle is a streak of fat butterscotch, leading to a silky finish. —P.G.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,Portugal,"The Tinta Caiada is the local name for Bastardo, which some believe to be identical to the Trousseau of eastern France. Putting the name aside, the wine is sweet but ele-gant, with flavors of new wood underlining the black fruit rather than dominating it. —R.V.",Tinta Caiada,18,89,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2001 Tinta Caiada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2001-tinta-caiada-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2001,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,Portugal,"This big, ripe, dark, brooding wine has fine, concentrated fruit. Solid and chunky, the dryness is balanced with the huge fruits and powerful tannins. A blend of Touriga Nacional and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a limited production of 20,000 bottles. —R.V.",Adega de Pegoes Colheita Seleccionada,13,90,Terras do Sado,,,Cooperativa Agricola de Santo Isidro de Pegoes 2000 Adega de Pegoes Colheita Seleccionada Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-agricola-santo-isidro-pegoes-2000-adega-colheita-seleccionada-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-terras-sado/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Cooperativa Agricola de Santo Isidro de Pegoes
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Talk about fresh and flowery. This lightweight sprinter is the epitome of style and zest. It's sweet yet statuesque, with pungent gardenia aromas and pure tangerine, lime and tarragon flavors. It's racy and graceful, a tasty surprise awaiting anyone uninitiated in good Prosecco.",,13,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Astoria 2001  Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/astoria-2001-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,2001,Astoria
,White,US,"This is an intense, oaky Chardonnay, massive in every way. Big, ripe fruity flavors of tropical fruits, peaches and pears are framed in well-charred oak. The tannins and acids are well within normal limits.It finishes with a flourish of lees and pepper.",,30,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Arger-Martucci 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Arger-Martucci
13,Red,Italy,"Even though this wine starts out weaker than it finishes, the whole package is really nice. Some earthy, stewed-fruit aromas lead into a broad and spicy black-fruit palate. Well-applied wood tones add character to the finish. And the balance seems spot on. While it's firm and tight, you don't get hit with hard tannins or overt oak. In a word, it's balanced. —M.S.",S.J.,37,89,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Fuligni 1999 S.J. Red (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fuligni-1999-sj-red-tuscany/,Red Blend,1999,Fuligni
,Red,France,"Distinct and utterly delicious, this blend of Carignan, Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault is a joy. Fruity notes of berries are married to licorice and lavender, and the flavors are pure, rich and penetrating. The wine is dry, but so flavorful. Best Buy. —S.H.",Classique Cuvee Rouge,10,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château La Boutignane 2000 Classique Cuvee Rouge Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-boutignane-2000-classique-cuvee-rouge-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,2000,Château La Boutignane
13,Red,Italy,"Hailing from Montalcino, this wine has a modest, reserved bouquet that offers the basics in terms of fruit as well as some charcoal and mint. The peppery palate deals a strong hand of oak atop ripe berry fruit, while the finish is spicy, woody and firm. The only problem, if you can call it that, is that the tannins are gritty and grabbing. Time should soothe that fault. —M.S.",Vermiglio,46,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Conti Costanti 1998 Vermiglio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-costanti-1998-vermiglio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1998,Conti Costanti
,Sparkling,France,"Chenin Blanc, which comprises 85% of the blend, delivers lovely hay, grass and clover notes reminiscent of a still wine. But there are plenty of bubbles, and the complex palate orchestrates a delightful mix of fruits and spices with a finishing whisper of honey.",Saphir Brut,16,89,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Bouvet-Ladubay 1998 Saphir Brut  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-1998-saphir-brut-chenin-blanc-saumur/,Chenin Blanc,1998,Bouvet-Ladubay
13.7,White,US,"Shares with many other Chards the aromas and flavors of ripe peaches, apples and tropical fruits, with an overlay of spicy, smoky oak and a creamy texture. But this pretty wine earns extra points for its balance, harmony and sheer yummy deliciousness.",Reserve,23,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,William Hill Estate
14.5,White,US,"High-toned oak and butterscotch flavors lead the way in this richly textured wine. Hints of cinnamon, ginger, clove, melon, fig and pear weave a dense, heady web of flavor. Not subtle—big and bold.",Beauregard Ranch,43,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thunder Mountain 1999 Beauregard Ranch Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1999-beauregard-ranch-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1999,Thunder Mountain
,White,US,"A paradigm for the new, vivacious and fruit-driven Oregon Chardonnays. Rich and fleshy, with ripe, buttery fruit and plenty of stuffing. This moves into a blazing finale of fresh pear and butterscotch. —P.G.",Shea Vineyard,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Shea 2000 Shea Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shea-2000-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Shea
14.2,White,US,"Extraordinarily rich and fragrant with the suggestion of spicy green apples, this wine also brims with aromas of brown honey, crushed spices and the vanilla and smoke that come from charred oak barrels. It's dry, with a creamy, custardy feeling. Fun to drink, and as good as other Chards costing a lot more.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,White Oak
,Red,Portugal,"Blending Castelão and Trincadeira, this wine comes from the large 283-acre vineyard of Quinta do Casal Branco. Fermented in open lagares, it is powerful and big, with plenty of dusty tannins and dry fruits. Certainly the wine is still young and needs time, but it will emerge as a great bruiser of a wine with fine style. —R.V.",Falcoaria,15,90,Ribatejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 1999 Falcoaria Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-1999-falcoaria-red-ribatejo/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta do Casal Branco
,White,US,"Staley is a Rhône guy but shows a firm hand with this blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc. It's dry, with flavors of lemons and figs, and a rich streak of smoky oak. Crisp acids make it shine.",Duet,17,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Philip Staley 2001 Duet White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-2001-duet-white-sonoma-county/,White Blend,2001,Philip Staley
13.4,Red,US,"It's a shame there were only 100 cases made of this delicious Syrah. Fleshy black cherry aromas touched with celery burst into layers of red plum fruit on the palate. The tannins are rich, but there's enough acidity here to balance them out. —C.S.",,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pend d'Oreille 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Pend d'Oreille
13.5,Red,Australia,"This mix of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc scores points for its deep and lush bouquet, which brings with it a healthy whack of oak that smells a lot like charred hamburger. The flavors veer toward cassis, cherry and plum, almost as the nose indicates. A bright, flashy finish with some raciness is the curtain call.",Pyrus,27,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Lindemans 1998 Pyrus Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1998-pyrus-red-coonawarra/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Lindemans
13.5,White,US,"This focused wine has elaborately ripe flavors of peaches, pears and tropical fruits wrapped in spicy, vanilla-tinged oak. But it never loses its focus or its core, thanks to crisp acidity and overall balance. Despite the opulence, there's plenty of finesse.",,20,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Gloria Ferrer
,White,US,"Still oaky, leesy and delicious, this perennial fave is richly packed with spicy citrus, apple, peach and pear fruit this vintage. It feels round and creamy in the mouth, with a tingle of acidity. The finish has the taste of sweetened lemons.",Barrel Fermented Reserve,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2001 Barrel Fermented Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2001-barrel-fermented-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Flora Springs
13,White,US,"Lush and lively, with clean, clear, crisp apricot, citrus, spice and herb flavors, all neatly blended to reveal the riotous edge of this intriguingly different varietal. Bright and long at the end.",Block Collection Sonoma Moment,19,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2000 Block Collection Sonoma Moment Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-block-collection-sonoma-moment-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2000,Geyser Peak
,Red,Italy,"Intense in the nose, with sharp leathery notes. Pure and clear cherry fruit forms the basis of what is a splendidly clean palate. The finish is tannic and tight, but it provides excellent support for the wine and indicates that it will age well. This is a leaner, traditional wine. Fanatics of fat, rich fruit bombs may not be impressed. —M.S.",Riserva,23,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1999 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1999-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Monsanto
,Red,Australia,"Deep, rich aromas give way to a plush-textured dollop of black cherry, plum, cassis, chocolate, herb and spice flavors. Tannins are supple and the finish is generous.","John Riddoch, Limited Release",35,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,"Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1998 John Riddoch, Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1998-john-riddoch-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
13.5,Red,Italy,"Racy and quick, with modest tannins and deep black-fruit and berry flavors. Traditional Chianti is defined by wines like this. It has a solid and necessary tannic structure but enough richness to offset any hardness that may stem from the tannins. The finish is plush and easy, with a full batch of chocolate and coffee. Give it a year or two if possible. —M.S.",Montesodi - Castello Di Nipozzano,40,90,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Frescobaldi 1999 Montesodi - Castello Di Nipozzano  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1999-montesodi-castello-nipozzano-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1999,Frescobaldi
,Red,Portugal,"The 1,000-acre vineyards of Esporão are the largest in Portugal. Under the tutelage of Australian winemaker David Baverstock, this aristocrat of Portuguese grapes wins again in the Esporão's range of single-varietal wines. It is rich, it is vibrant, it has complexity. It is certainly ripe, but also elegant, along with lingering plum flavors. —R.V.",,15,90,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2000 Touriga Nacional (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2000-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-alentejano/,Touriga Nacional,2000,Herdade do Esporão
,Sparkling,France,"Solid, one might almost say chunky (but flavorfull) winemaking, with nothing too fancy or precious. Full-bodied, mouth-filling fruit has a nice pink grapefruit flavor, that carries on through into a warm, creamy, round, generous finish.",Brut,35,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,Portugal,"Voluptuous, sweet tannins and intense dark wood are balanced by ripe, sweet acidity. A blend of Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz and Merlot, it brings together style and complexity with immediate appeal. —R.V.",Reserva,32,90,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Cortezia 1999 Reserva Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-1999-reserva-red-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional Blend,1999,Quinta da Cortezia
13.5,White,US,"Quite complex, with effusive fruit. Mineral and earth tones add interest, with pretty peach and melon on the follow-up. Texture is balanced and mellow, while the finish is long.",,21,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Consilience 2000 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consilience-2000-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2000,Consilience
,Red,Portugal,"The local grape, Tinta Miúda, combines well with classic Cabernet Sauvignon to give a wine that has sweet black-currant aromas and dense, dark fruit with elegance as well as ripe tannins. Best Buy. —R.V.",DJF,9,90,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 DJF Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-djf-red-estremadura/,Cabernet Blend,2000,DFJ Vinhos
14.4,White,US,"Silky and rich, with a bright core of herb, melon, citrus, pear and mineral flavors. The wine offers a clean, refreshing edge while lingering long on the finish.",Robert Young Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 1999 Robert Young Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1999-robert-young-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"A new label from Dry Creek Vineyard, a Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine released at five years of age. Opens with a blast of vanilla-scented smoky oak, with underlying fruity notes of currants, white chocolate, plum preserves and mint. It's still very tannic, its solid core of cherry-berry fruit suggests aging through 2007. —S.H.",Endeavour,50,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Endeavour Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-endeavour-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
14.1,White,US,"Rich and ripe, with fine-tuned layers of pear, melon, citrus, apple, herb and pretty toast notes. Well balanced and refined, the wine finishes long, with a tangy, fresh edge to the vibrant flavors.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Belvedere 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Belvedere
,Sparkling,France,"A subtle, textured and fascinating nose suggests layers of spice (cinnamon, mace), lemongrass and light citrus. But in the mouth it trails off quickly, showing a medium body and little persistence. Well-made but a little disappointing given the price and reputation.",Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut,130,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1995 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1995-comtes-champagne-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Taittinger
,White,US,"A big, rich wine with the body and mouthfeel of quality Chardonnay, although the flavors are different and more exotic, suggesting peaches, tropical fruits and flowers. Cool Monterey weather has given it the burst of crisp acidity it needs.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Summers 2000 Viognier (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2000-viognier-central-coast-monterey/,Viognier,2000,Summers
13.9,White,US,"The winemaker did not let the grapes hang long and get superripe. He picked when the citrusy, appley notes were just beginning to veer into white peach, and so preserved intense acidity. Lees is notable, oak less so, but both are seamless. The result is interesting and balanced—you might even call it Chablisian.",Clos Pepe Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Longoria 2000 Clos Pepe Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2000-clos-pepe-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2000,Longoria
,Red,Portugal,"A good example of what a real blend can do. With Aragonês, Trincadeira, Alicante Bouschet and Cabernet Sauvignon all mixed together, the result works out magnificently. The oak may dominate at the moment, but the power and the gloriously opulent fruit will certainly come right through in a year or two. —R.V.",Vila Santa,20,90,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2001 Vila Santa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2001-vila-santa-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2001,J. Portugal Ramos
,White,Portugal,,,9,90,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2001 White (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2001-white-dao/,White Blend,2001,Quinta dos Roques
,Red,Portugal,"Pato is a Pinot Noir lover, and you can see his affection for Burgundy in this wine. Deep, rustic aromas lead to fresh fruit, with fine blackberry flavors and lovely, juicy acidity. This softly tannic wine is a blend of Baga and Touriga Nacional, with power but also elegance. —R.V.",Quinta do Ribeirinho Primeira Escolha,29,90,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2000 Quinta do Ribeirinho Primeira Escolha Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2000-quinta-ribeirinho-primeira-escolha-red-beiras/,Red Blend,2000,Luis Pato
,Red,Italy,"This perennial knock-out is excellent again. It has maple, coffee and other wood-driven aromatics. The mouth is like a bowl of black plums mixed with mocha, coffee and bitter chocolate. And the finish is ultrasmooth, with light but welcome intrusions of vanilla. In a perfect world it could use at least two to three years of aging. —M.S.",Cerviolo,45,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,San Fabiano Calcinaia 1999 Cerviolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-calcinaia-1999-cerviolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,San Fabiano Calcinaia
,Red,US,"A well put-together blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. The tar and blackberry aromas match the flavors with the addition of char and milk chocolate and a long, lingering finish. —C.S.",Tre Fancivilli,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),JM Cellars 1999 Tre Fancivilli Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jm-cellars-1999-tre-fancivilli-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1999,JM Cellars
12.5,Port/Sherry,France,,Brut Mosaïque,30,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut Mosaïque  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-mosaique-champagne-21248/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
,Red,US,"Darker than the Alexander Valley bottling, and richer in fruit, with powerful black currants blasting from the glass. The structure is better, too, with beautiful Napa tannins that have the deceptive simplicy of the Bauhaus. A notable success for the vintage. —S.H.",Great Estates,49,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Great Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-great-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kendall-Jackson
12,White,US,"A top vineyard for Riesling, and the source of much of the winery's high end Eroica Riesling fruit. The '01 is medium-dry and leesy, with flavorful richness accented by peach blossom, jasmine and a hint of stone. Best Buy. —P.G.",Cold Creek Vineyard,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2001 Cold Creek Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2001-cold-creek-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,Portugal,"Here are aromas of smoky, juicy fruit along with a palate of firm tannins, prominent overtones of new wood, with ripe acidity. This is a young wine, with good modern potential, which will age well over the next 5–10 years. Best Buy. —R.V.",Galeria,9,90,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 1999 Galeria Tinta Roriz (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1999-galeria-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-douro/,Tinta Roriz,1999,Caves Aliança
,Red,US,"A 50-50 blend with Cabernet Sauvignon, and a better wine than Ventana's straight Cabernet. Sangiovese has added enough cherry and sweet tobacco to offset the slight unripeness, yielding a wine with richness and subtlety. —S.H.",Due Amici,18,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2000 Due Amici Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2000-due-amici-italian-red-cabernet-sauvignon-sangiovese-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Sangiovese,2000,Ventana
13.3,White,US,"Firm and bright, this wine serves up a tangy blend of lemon, herb, pear and melon flavors. Toast and mineral notes add interest. Clean on the finish.",Grand Cuvee,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 2000 Grand Cuvee Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-grand-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Babcock
13.5,Red,US,"The aromas are of tree bark, tea and cola. Juicy blackberry flavors burst onto your palate touched with spice and full but soft tannins, all of which makes this an enjoyable wine to drink now or through 2005. —C.S.",Reserve,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1999 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1999-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Preston
13.5,White,Italy,"There is a surprising amount of fruit in this Italian Sauvignon, which more often than not tend to be overly herbal. Pungent grapefruit and jalapeño aromas are reminiscent of a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Spicy orange and grapefruit flavors are vivid and have a refreshing finish. Best Buy.",,12,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Fattoria il Palagio 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-il-palagio-2001-sauvignon-blanc-toscana/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Fattoria il Palagio
,White,US,"The smells and flavors of lemons and grapefruits dominate this wine, and they're very dry and tart. It's almost like sucking on lemon rind. Still, this is a very good wine. Brilliant acids accompany the tastes, and there's a round creaminess that makes for a lush mouthfeel. —S.H.",,12,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2000-sauvignon-blanc-willamette-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Rex Hill
,White,US,"A fresh, clean and very satisfying effort from this value brand. A pale bronze blush color sets off a pear fruit explosion, ripe and well made.",,10,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Stone Wolf 2001 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-wolf-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,Stone Wolf
,Red,Italy,"Round and powerful, she's a brick house. This wine features a tough exterior with a piercing streak of ripe cherry running through the middle. Boxed-in cherry and raspberry flavors grace the firm palate, and there's more than enough tannins to the starching finish. Now it's probably better with food; in a couple of years it should soften up. —M.S.",Felciaia,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa La Selva 1998 Felciaia Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-selva-1998-felciaia-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Villa La Selva
14.1,Red,US,"This vineyard's Cabs have a way of fooling you; very young and tightly wound upon release, they often unfold into glorious Bordeaux-like wines after a decade or so. This is true to form:  compact cassis and cherry fruit, hard tannins, and some nice espresso highlights exist, but need a lot more time to age. —P.G.",Cold Creek Vineyard,29,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Sparkling,France,"This is a crisp, bracing bubbly, with tight fruit tasting of green apples, outlined in lightly defined toast. Iron and mineral dominate the precise finish.",Grand Reserve Brut,12,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Grand Reserve Brut  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-grand-reserve-brut-sparkling-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Bouillot
,Red,US,"Combines Pinot's silky, sensual quality with forthright flavors that bring to mind cherries, blackberries, tobacco and peppery, earthy spices, with a slight scour of acidity. It's a big, full-bodied wine, but with easy tannins. —S.H.",,36,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Fiddlehead 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlehead-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Fiddlehead
,Sparkling,France,"A nice, dry Champagne, with very subtle citrus flavors and plenty of yeast and bread throughout. Acids are high, and scour the palate. The bubbles are pretty rough, and require rich, salty foods for balance.",Brut Premier,41,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Brut Premier  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-brut-premier-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer
,White,US,"The underlying flavors are of tart green apples, with a bite of acidity. Despite barrel fermentation, oak stays in the background of this very dry wine.",20th Harvest Release,16,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2001 20th Harvest Release Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2001-20th-harvest-release-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,Italy,"Earth, bacon, maple and mushroom comprise the nose on this Tuscan Cabernet, which for reasons still unknown never seems to get to that optimum level of ripeness. Hence, there's a streak of green running through the heart of the palate. In addition, hard tannins make it tough to swallow. Time could help that, but it won't do much for the bell pepper flavor. —M.S.",Nemo,44,87,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Castello di Monsanto 1999 Nemo Cabernet Sauvignon (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1999-nemo-cabernet-sauvignon-tuscany/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Castello di Monsanto
,Sparkling,France,"An attractive nose proffers fresh, yeasty scents with lemon wax highlights. Elegant and crisp, it loses some steam in the late going, and picks up some metallic bitterness which unfortunately lingers through the finish.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs,28,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Paul Goerg NV Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-goerg-nv-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Paul Goerg
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This mass-market cava is smooth and tight, with no one thing really standing out. The palate is light and crisp, with melon and green apple. The finish is seriously dry, but some sweetness does rise up. Defined and solid; a mainstream cava for certain. Best Buy. —M.S.",Cordon Negro Brut,9,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-cava-20209/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13.9,White,US,"A pleasant, medium-bodied wine that offers pretty pear, melon, citrus and apple notes.",Reserve,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2000-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Frei Brothers
,Red,Portugal,"The current-drinking wine from Cortes de Cima, has spicy aromas and black-currant and tar flavors. It's big, but has streaks of acidity and lots of elegant red berries. Best Buy. —R.V.",Chamine,11,86,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2000 Chamine Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2000-chamine-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Cortes de Cima
,Red,Portugal,"This soft, supple wine has a layer of tannins but fresh, light red fruits and flavors of herbs dominate the palate. —R.V.",,13,86,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2000 Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2000-red-beiras/,Red Blend,2000,Luis Pato
,Red,US,"Soft and easy, with berry, plum, tobacco and sage flavors and supple tannins. Acidity is low. This is a dry, pleasant wine of no special complexity, but fun to drink. —S.H.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Sterling
,Red,US,"Softly fruity, clean and vibrant, this is a pleasant wine that seems made to sip in a garden. It smells like flowers and tastes like fresh tree fruits. The finish is a bit sweet, and very spicy.",,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2000 Roussanne (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2000-roussanne-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Roussanne,2000,Sobon Estate
13,Red,Italy,"This 100% Tuscan Cabernet has struggled for ripeness in the past couple of vintages, and the 1998 is fairly green at the core. Beyond that it has a nice feel and racy tannins. But the murky, somewhat underripe flavor profile is a hurdle that it just can't clear. This type of wine makes one wonder about Cabernet's performance in central Tuscany. —M.S.",Selvamaggio,27,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa La Selva 1998 Selvamaggio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-selva-1998-selvamaggio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Villa La Selva
,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Touriga Nacional, Touriga Francesa and Tinta Roriz, this is a solid, chunky wine, with firm, dry tannins and old wood tastes. Raisin flavors give it some sweetness, yet the wood leaves a dry aftertaste. —R.V.",Quinta do Cardo Reserva,11,86,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 1999 Quinta do Cardo Reserva Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-1999-quinta-cardo-reserva-red-beira-interior/,Touriga Nacional Blend,1999,Companhia das Quintas
13.7,White,US,"Strikes a middle-of-the-road profile, with just enough peach and pear fruit and spicy oak to satisfy. The finish is honeyed and long.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Clos du Bois
,White,Australia,"The winery's style of Chardonnay is to lean heavily on wood for flavor interest. This wine has plenty of vanilla, clove and cinnamon flavors that dominate the lean, lemony, apple and pear fruit. If you like wood, you'll like this wine.",,15,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2001 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2001-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2001,Evans & Tate
12,Sparkling,France,"The nose has real elegance, a splendid mix of apple, grapefruit and white peach scents. In the mouth baked apple and rich toasty flavors prevail, creating a strong and quite complex middle. The only disappointment is in the finish, which fails to hang together. But this is still a heckuva bottle for eight bucks.",Cuvée Jean-Louis  Blanc de Blancs Brut,8,86,France Other,France,,Charles de Fère NV Cuvée Jean-Louis  Blanc de Blancs Brut  (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-cuvee-jean-louis-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Charles de Fère
,Sparkling,Spain,"The astonishing package—half candleholder, half medieval torture chamber—suggests a powerful, extravagant wine. The actual flavors are a bit restrained, with tart apple and grapefruit out front, and a dry, yeasty finish. —P.G.",Reserva Heredad Brut,20,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Reserva Heredad Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-reserva-heredad-brut-sparkling-cava-21950/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
12,Sparkling,France,"An inviting nose is fragrant with plush, spicy cranberry scents. In the mouth it turns spritzy (rather than silky or bubbly), and the core flavors are simple, like sour lime candy. A one-dimensional effort.",Brut Rosé,63,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 1995 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-1995-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pol Roger
12.5,Red,Italy,"This wine from the Castellani group begins with earthy, smoky aromas and some warmth. The palate unfolds as a grapey sort of fruit salad, but one without a lot of structure or tannins. The finish features a fair amount of coffee and oak. Overall it starts better than it ends, as it seems to be lacking something. —M.S.",Pog,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Poggio al Casone 1999 Pog  (Chianti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-casone-1999-pog-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,1999,Poggio al Casone
,Sparkling,Spain,"This is a pretty, salmon-colored wine, subtly scented with spices, flower petals and hints of sour cherries and vanilla cream. The blend—50% Garnacha, 50% Monastrell—delivers welcome weight and fruit, while maintaining a relative soft-ness. Good length and some finishing tannins make this an exceptional buy. Best Buy. —P.G.",Brut de Noirs,8,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Brut de Noirs  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-brut-de-noirs-cava-21952/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13.4,Red,US,"This wine pours as black as a young Port, and has a rich, thick texture. Aromas include raisins, chocolate and wood, and it feels dense. Not delicate or for the faint-hearted. —S.H.",Reserve,24,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Frei Brothers 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Frei Brothers
,Red,Australia,"This 100% Shiraz shows off the tension between the variety wild, savage quality and the elegance the winemaker tries to impose on it. Here, savage wins. The berry and herb flavors have a rough edge, and it's pretty tannic, too. Not offering a lot of pleasure now. Try cellaring through 2005.",The Fighting Flat,16,86,Victoria,King Valley,,Redbank 2000 The Fighting Flat Shiraz (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2000-the-fighting-flat-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-king-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Redbank
13.5,Red,Italy,"The bold, meaty nose portends a wine of strength, which is basically what you get. It's burly and fresh, with blackberry and blueberry fruit bolstered by tasty spice. It's a bit hard and tannic, and the acidity fosters a juicy sense. By no means is this a petite, elegant wine, but it's still satisfying. —M.S.",,19,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Fabiano Calcinaia 2000  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-calcinaia-2000-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,San Fabiano Calcinaia
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Peppy, even peppery, aromas get it going in a decidedly nonblowsy way. Apple fruit follows, but beyond some basic crisp, acid-driven flavor, there isn't much nuance. The finish is surprisingly smooth, while the mouthfeel and bead are active. Tasty and satisfying. —M.S.",Extra Brut,8,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellblanch NV Extra Brut White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellblanch-nv-extra-brut-white-cava/,White Blend,,Castellblanch
,White,US,"Oaky, opening with a blast of char and vanilla that only gradually reveals underlying aromas of peaches and tropical fruit. Rich and full-bodied, with a solid grip of acidity.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 2001 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Sunstone
11.5,Sparkling,Germany,"Pale to the point of looking almost watery, this subtle wine smells of rosewater and light peaches. Wan but elegant, balanced and dry, it is refreshing and a bit lower in alcohol (11.5%) than most of the rest. If you want restrained styling, which is fine for sipping, this is a good bet. —P.G.",Rauenthaler Baiken Brut,17,86,Rheingau,,,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach 1998 Rauenthaler Baiken Brut Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staatsweinguter-kloster-eberbach-1998-rauenthaler-baiken-brut-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1998,Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach
12,Sparkling,France,"If this is the current release, it is showing its age. The color is noticeably tilted to the gold side; and a sweaty, musty scent overrides the oxidized Sherry-cask character. Tangy, even salty in the mouth, with some bitterness in the finish.",Orgueil de France Brut,50,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte 1989 Orgueil de France Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-1989-orgueil-france-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1989,Charles Lafitte
14.6,White,US,"A robust blend of toasty oak, melon, citrus and spice flavors. Tangy and bright, but quite fruity, too.",Bistro Classic,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cottonwood Canyon 2000 Bistro Classic Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-canyon-2000-bistro-classic-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Cottonwood Canyon
13.5,White,US,"A perennial value wine from Geyser Peak, this vintage the wine is crisp and flinty. You'll get the suggestion of apples and peaches and oaky smoke, but it's a tight, clean wine that goes down easy.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Canyon Road
,Red,Portugal,"A firm wine, with dry but well-extracted tannins and solid black fruit. Fine, ripe fruit offers good concentration. The aftertaste, though, shows some green acidity.",Marques de Marialva Baga Reserva Seleccionada,17,86,Bairrada,,,Cantanhede 2001 Marques de Marialva Baga Reserva Seleccionada Baga (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantanhede-2001-marques-marialva-baga-reserva-seleccionada-portuguese-red-baga-bairrada/,Baga,2001,Cantanhede
12.5,White,Italy,,Aquileia,15,86,,Friuli Aquileia,,Tenuta Cà Bolani 2000 Aquileia Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-ca-bolani-2000-aquileia-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Tenuta Cà Bolani
13.5,White,US,"A nice, easy-drinking Chard, with modulated fruity flavors of peaches and apples, and pretty brisk acidity. The acids make the wine feel tingly on the palate, which stimulates the taste buds. The finish is balanced and dry.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Kenwood
13.8,Red,US,"Straddles the perilous border between expensive and affordable Cabernet. It's plush and layered, with softly luxurious tannins and easy acids and a kiss of oak, although it's a bit light on fruit. —S.H.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Kenwood
,Sparkling,France,"A fleshy style, bursting with beery ebullience, showing full, forward, yeasty flavors. The fruit runs to the unripe side of green apples, and there are some hints of spice, but the feeling is of a tart, loose-knit wine without any real depth.",Brut Excellance,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Brut Excellance  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-brut-excellance-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
,White,US,"A fine example of why this fresh, fruity variety is gaining new fans. Apple and melon flavors are round and supple, with a creamy texture. Crisp acids make everything perky. Best Buy. —S.H.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2001,Hogue
,White,US,"Oaky, peachy, appley, tropical fruity, vanilla-y, spicy, creamy, honey, toasty—what else can you say? Another good California Chardonnay that gives the people what they want, at a price that, these days, is fair.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,De Loach
13.5,Red,Australia,"Grapey, sweet aromas send this one off, and then comes a palate of berries and plums. It's soft and plush in the mouth, but short on the finish. Tasty and simple; a more-than-decent blend from multiple appellations.",,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Nardone Baker 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nardone-baker-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Nardone Baker
13,Red,Australia,"Fairly rich and ripe, with a charry, smoky edge that gives way to black cherry and plum flavors.",Bin 45,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2000 Bin 45 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2000-bin-45-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Lindemans
,White,US,"Toasty, spicy oak leads the way here, framing pear, apple and lemon flavors in a medium-bodied mouthfeel. Bright on the finish.",,17,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Markham
,Red,Italy,"Mineral aromas lead the muscular nose forward in powerful fashion. The palate yields some spicy mint and clove but also a lot of oak-covered fruit; it's not entirely dissimilar to chocolate-covered cherries. The finish seems a bit thick, and it's also sweet, much like the wine as a whole. —M.S.",Marsiliana,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Le Corti 2000 Marsiliana Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-corti-2000-marsiliana-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Le Corti
14,White,US,"Fresh and fruity, with big, clean flavors of apples, peaches and oriental spices. It's also pretty oaky, with telltale vanilla, smoke and char. Drinks fully dry, although the fruit makes it feel sweet and honeyed through the finish.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2001 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Fess Parker
,Red,Portugal,"The Caladoc is a curious cross between Grenache and Malbec, developed in the Rhône to lessen the likelihood of uneven flowering in the Grenache. The wine has sweet, jelly-like aromas. The palate is soft, juicy with sweet acidity, soft, light tannins and an almost piercing fruitiness. —R.V.",Grand Arte,20,86,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 1999 Grand Arte Caladoc (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-1999-grand-arte-other-red-caladoc-estremadura/,Caladoc,1999,DFJ Vinhos
13,Red,Italy,"Young and snappy, from the brambly nose right into the core of healthy fruit. There's warmth to the palate, maybe even some heat, and then plenty of spice to the finish. It's well balanced, and overall it's pretty easy to drink. Best Buy. —M.S.",1141,13,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 2000 1141  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2000-1141-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,Barone Ricasoli
12.5,Red,Australia,"The full-force bouquet is big, round and chunky, and the palate, as might be expected, is full force, generating a big blast of plum fruit. It's 60% Cab and 40% Merlot, a nice melange that finishes in tight, streamlined fashion. While there are no gaping holes in this wine, it is a trifle sugary.",,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Abbey Rock 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbey-rock-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Abbey Rock
,White,US,"From iconoclast Randall Grahm, a blend of six varietals, and a very good one at that. You'll find all sorts of fruits in it, from lemons to mangoes, and refreshing acidity. It's a little on the sweet side.",Big House White,10,86,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2001 Big House White White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2001-big-house-white-other/,White Blend,2001,Bonny Doon
14.2,White,US,"Classic cool-climate North Coast Chard, with well-etched flavors of green apples and pears, framed in smoky oak and oriental spices. Bright and acidic, with a long finish marked by cinnamon and honey. On the sweet side, so try with sweetish foods, like mango salsa on chicken or salmon.",Estate,17,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Estate Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-estate-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Handley
13.8,Red,US,"Game, barnyard and horse-stall aromas make this not a fruit lover's favorite. A distinct style that has bright acidity and a finish that shows well integrated tannins. —C.S.",,39,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Goose Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goose-ridge-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Goose Ridge
,White,US,,,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2000 Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2000-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2000,Perry Creek
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Although lacking a bit of complexity, this is an affable pour with its toast, cream, white peach and butter aromas. Toast and lemon flavors lead to a buttercream finish. —K.F.",Reserva - Brut,9,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 1999 Reserva - Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-1999-reserva-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,1999,Mont Marçal
,White,US,"Pretty lean and citrusy for a Chard, with lemon flavors, although an overlay of oak richens and adds texture and depth. The finish turns tart with acidity.",Toasted Head,16,86,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 2001 Toasted Head Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-2001-toasted-head-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,2001,R.H. Phillips
,White,US,"You get plenty of power for the price in this very ripe, fruity wine. It's filled with apple and peach flavors and finishes sweet and spicy, with a rich, honeyed texture. Nice acids offset the richness. —S.H.",,8,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Duck Pond 2000 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2000-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Duck Pond
,Red,US,"This David Lake Signature Series wine includes 23% Merlot from the same vineyard. There are definite scents of dill and bell pepper along with the expected cherry and blackberry fruits, and a hint of sweet oak as well. Restrained and supple, but not quite as ripe as one would hope for. —P.G.",Red Willow Vineyard,23,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1999 Red Willow Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-red-willow-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Columbia Winery
,Red,Australia,"Very meaty in the nose, with an uncanny similarity to bacon. This wine is on the fat, soft side of the fence, and it doesn't have a lot of persistence or drive. But it does offer rich black fruit, ample oak and some satisfying big-bodied flavor. A little more balance would help it along.",Fifth Leg,22,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Devil's Lair 1999 Fifth Leg Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devils-lair-1999-fifth-leg-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Devil's Lair
13,Red,Australia,"For an under-$10 wine, this one delivers some oak, healthy black fruit and bright acidity. One poke at the nose reveals some barrel char, which persists onto the fresh, tight and juicy palate. Because it's so forward and bright, nobody will mistake it for flabby; it's really quite the opposite.",Estate Bottled,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-estate-bottled-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Rosemount
,Red,Italy,"This wine is Cabernet-based, with 25% Sangiovese. It has overly powerful wood aromas along with bacon and bramble. The palate is bright, serious and loaded with cherry, plum, coffee and bitter chocolate, and the finish is dark and layered. The problem, however, is the tannins, which are exceedingly hard and aggressive. —M.S.",Ceppate,22,86,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Terrabianca 1998 Ceppate Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-1998-ceppate-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,1998,Terrabianca
,Sparkling,France,"It smells like true Champagne, sporting a lot of rich, nutty, toasty scents that follow through in the mouth. Long and oily, it loses its grip in the finish, which turns metallic and artificial.",Brut Blanc de Blancs,12,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Brut Blanc de Blancs  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Bouillot
,Red,Portugal,"The beautiful quinta, now part of the J.P. Vinhos winery, was until recently owned by the family of American Elizabeth Scoville, who filled it with antiques. The family also planted the first Cabernet Sauvignon in Portugal. The wine today remains elegant, with solid but restrained tannins, but there is an awkward edge of green pepper. —R.V.",Quinta da Bacalhoa,20,86,Terras do Sado,,,J.P. Vinhos 2000 Quinta da Bacalhoa Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-2000-quinta-bacalhoa-red-terras-sado/,Red Blend,2000,J.P. Vinhos
,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is nicely perfumed and floral, with noticeable oak and spice augmenting plum aromas. The palate offers some heft, although it's maybe a bit overoaked. But that oak does contribute mocha and coffee flavors. The finish is expressive and tannic enough to apply a firm grip. —M.S.",Don Tommaso,29,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Corti 2000 Don Tommaso  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-corti-2000-don-tommaso-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,Le Corti
,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is fun: Leather, violets and a strange, lean spiciness come up and out. The palate is tight, with lots of spice and nondescript berry fruit. The finish is hard and dry, and the mouthfeel is grainy, a reflection of young, robust tannins. —M.S.",Cortevecchia Riserva,23,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Corti 1999 Cortevecchia Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-corti-1999-cortevecchia-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Le Corti
,Red,Italy,Light in color but not in quality of flavors and balance. While the nose isn't that rich—it offers mostly pine needles and underbrush in addition to light red fruit—the feel is nice and it packs some punch given its lightweight frame. Easy to drink. —M.S.,La Fonte,15,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Il Tesoro 2000 La Fonte Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-il-tesoro-2000-fonte-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2000,Tenuta Il Tesoro
13.7,Red,Italy,"Berry fruit and oak-based spice set this one in motion, but surprisingly, given the fat nose, the palate is rather lean. It's mostly dry, with tart cherry, cranberry and red currant. The finish is also leaner than many from this class, and although the wine is hardly devoid of fruit, it lacks style. A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet and Merlot. —M.S.",Arguzzio,50,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Arceno 1998 Arguzzio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1998-arguzzio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Villa Arceno
,Sparkling,France,"The “extra dry” designation translates into more roundness, more sweet fruit, with streaks of peach and pear along with spicy apple. Round and ripe, it is a very pleasant sipping wine, but less appropriate for food than its brut siblings.",Grand Reserve Extra Dry,12,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Louis Bouillot NV Grand Reserve Extra Dry  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bouillot-nv-grand-reserve-extra-dry-sparkling-bourgogne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Bouillot
,Red,Portugal,"A leaner version of this wine than the 2000 vintage. It is firm with ripe, meaty flavors and solid, very dry tannins. The high acids give this wine obvious staying power, but seem to dominate the fruit at this stage. —R.V.",,,86,Douro,,,Quinta do Portal 1999 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-portal-1999-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta do Portal
12,Sparkling,Italy,"This wine is 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir. It's fresh and fragrant, just sweet enough to draw you in. The fruit, however, is on the leaner, tighter side of things, and the feel across the palate is high-toned. With a touch more richness it would be friendlier. Best Buy. —M.S.",Arte Italiana Brut,11,86,,Trento,,Rotari NV Arte Italiana Brut  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-arte-italiana-brut-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,,Rotari
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Pommery's rosé has a odd, yellowish cast to it, and a heavy, musky scent suggesting that it is a bit over the hill. Fat, fruity flavors send up broad vanilla and bread dough flavors. The wine is open and expansive, but definitely starting to tire. Drink up.",Brut Rosé,50,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-rose-champagne-19724/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Scents of bread dough, corn and some sweat comprise the rustic nose. Apple and tarragon flavors come forth on the tongue, followed by a racy, lemony finish. Overall it's sort of wild and awkward, but it has its good points, too. Best Buy. —M.S.",Masia Monistrol,7,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Marques de Monistrol NV Masia Monistrol  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-nv-masia-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Marques de Monistrol
,Red,Australia,"Already mature, with light red fruit, cedar and a hint of green to the nose. The palate is refreshing and has a good feel; it's a bit thin in terms of fruit power, but the strawberry and cherry that's here is nice. The finish is smooth and crisp. A good wine, but one without much power.",,20,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 1997 Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-1997-red-mclaren-vale/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Kangarilla Road
,Red,Portugal,"Plums, herbs and pepper come together. It is soft and ripe, streaked with American oak spice, which gives it a fine lift on the finish. —R.V.",,14,86,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2000 Trincadeira (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2000-portuguese-red-trincadeira-alentejano/,Trincadeira,2000,Herdade do Esporão
,Red,Portugal,"From estates still owned by the Ferreira family, this wine is dark black in color. It is a huge, juicy wine, with ripe fruit and a young, almost Porty character. The sweet, jammy fruit needs time to settle. —R.V.",Vallado,22,86,Douro,,,Dona Maria Antonia Ferreira 2000 Vallado Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dona-maria-antonia-ferreira-2000-vallado-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,Dona Maria Antonia Ferreira
13.5,Red,US,"Herbal aromas mix with field greens and a touch of raspberry jam. The mouthfeel is soft and even, with flavors of endive, arugula and chocolate-covered cherries. —C.S.",,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa-18305/,Merlot,1999,Canoe Ridge
,Red,US,"This is a wine that will surprise you. It's amazingly rich and complex for the price. Just packed with fresh, young blackberry and cherry flavors, and drinks dry, with yummy acidity. It is a bit aggressive, but is a fine Merlot for the price. Best Buy. —S.H.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Cartlidge & Browne 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Cartlidge & Browne
,Red,Australia,"From old head-pruned vines, this full-bodied red wine satisfies despite a certain one-dimensionality. The flavors are rich in cherries, the tannins are thick but fine, and the wine is very dry. It has an attractive suppleness that feels good on the palate.",Bush Vine,16,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 2000 Bush Vine Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-bush-vine-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2000,Yalumba
,Red,Portugal,"The company that makes Dow's Port entered the table wine market with the release of this wine and the joint venture Chryseia. Charles Symington's experience in the Rioja vineyards shows through in this attractive, ripe, juicy wine, whose name refers to the Douro wind. This seems designed for great rustic eating. Best Buy. —R.V.",Altano,8,87,Douro,,,Silva & Cosens 2000 Altano Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silva-cosens-2000-altano-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,Silva & Cosens
,Red,US,"Cherry fruit, with some hints of earth. The grapes are grown in the coolest part of the valley. Tannins are tight but well managed, and it is varietally correct and well made for Pinot at this price. —P.G.",Bradley Vineyard,16,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,River's Edge 2000 Bradley Vineyard Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivers-edge-2000-bradley-vineyard-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,River's Edge
,Red,Australia,"From younger vines, a fresh and juicy wine notable for sheer succulence of flavor. It has youthful flavors of jam and immature, perky tannins and acids that feel lively on the palate. Yet there's a sense of harmony and elegance.",Faith,19,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 2000 Faith Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2000-faith-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,St Hallett
13.1,Red,US,"Tree bark, moist earth and toast aromas segue into meaty black fruit on the palate. A little lean on the midpalate; finishes with smooth oak, chalk and herb flavors. A blend of Merlot, Cab and Cab Franc—if it's a Bordeaux style they're after, it's working.",Trutina,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trey Marie 1999 Trutina Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trey-marie-1999-trutina-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Trey Marie
13.5,White,US,,Monte Rosso Vineyard,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 2001 Monte Rosso Vineyard Sémillon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2001-monte-rosso-vineyard-semillon-sonoma-valley/,Sémillon,2001,Louis M. Martini
,White,US,"After all these years, Mayacamas still marches to a different drummer. Not for them flamboyant fruit or a heavy plaster of oak. You won't find tropical fruits, scads of spices and vanilla. This wine is tight and earthy, and the dryness is not offset with glycerin or other pseudo-sugars. It's earthy and austere. The point is ageability, if you care to cellar it.",,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mayacamas 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayacamas-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Mayacamas
,Red,US,"This is a pretty Pinot, showing soft, forward fruit, and good varietal flavors. It feels a bit light in the middle, and the finish, though clean and true, lacks depth. —P.G.",Parson's Ridge Vineyard,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Parson's Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-parsons-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Montinore
12,Sparkling,France,"The vintage Moët seems a bit sugary, with broad, simple flavors. It's a blocky wine; a bit of citrus here, some butterscotch there, and that sugary kick to the finish. Just a bit too paint-by-the-numbers.",Brut Impérial,53,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1995 Brut Impérial  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1995-brut-imperial-champagne-19143/,Champagne Blend,1995,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"Lots of fresh, ripe fruit, mostly cherry flavors, along with a bit of beet and stem and earth. It's a spicy, lively, young wine with tart tannins, but nothing off. —P.G.",Barrel Select,17,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2000 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2000-barrel-select-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Girardet
,Red,Portugal,"A ripe, raisiny wine which has attractive soft, earthy fruit flavors. A blend of the local red varieties from younger vines on the Santar estate: Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, Alfrocheiro and Jaen. Best Buy. —R.V.",Castas de Santar,8,87,Dão,,,Casa de Santar 2000 Castas de Santar Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santar-2000-castas-red-dao/,Red Blend,2000,Casa de Santar
,White,US,"Fresh scents mix melon, tangerine, citrus blossom and honey. The wine is smooth and sappy, with a good backbone of fresh acid. The fruit, though slightly candied, is quite satisfying, and despite the 14.3% alcohol, there is nothing overwrought here. 1,200 cases produced. —P.G.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Di Stefano 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-2000-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Di Stefano
12,Sparkling,France,"Salty, even briny scents dominate, along with a slightly resinous character. In the mouth this is a flavorful, rather heavy wine which carries its weight and power in the dead center of the palate. Nothing elegant here, but it's a good mouthful of fruit, finishing with an herbal-metallic note.",Grande Cuvée Brut,21,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-champagne-20519/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Lafitte
,Red,Italy,Fresh herbs and arugula combine with bright cherry fruit and a little tar to make a Barbera that straddles the line between traditional and modern styles.,,13,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Castello del Poggio 2000  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poggio-2000-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,2000,Castello del Poggio
13.5,Red,Italy,"What a pretty aromatic combination of smoky bacon and bold, natural berries. The no-holes flavor profile is all about cherries and plums, while the finish is just as it should be; clean, simple and fresh, with nothing out of place or outlandish. An excellent wine for everyday purposes. —M.S.",Banditella,18,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 1999 Banditella  (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-1999-banditella-red-rosso-montalcino/,Red Blend,1999,Col d'Orcia
,Red,Australia,"More and more Cab-Merlot blends from down under are hitting our shores. This tasty example shows good palate feel and an above average balance of fruit, wood, acidity and tannins. Stylish almost all the way through, it turns just a bit tart and lemony on the finish. Should improve, evening out further over the next year. Drink through 2005.",,16,87,Victoria,Yea Valley,,Cheviot Bridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Yea Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheviot-bridge-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-yea-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Cheviot Bridge
,Red,Italy,"Intensely aromatic full of earth, leather and rhubarb. The palate seems to want to offer more, but it's missing some charm and depth. Despite that, there's length to the finish and complexity to the red-fruit palate. —M.S.",Rocca Guicciarda - Riserva,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 1998 Rocca Guicciarda - Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-1998-rocca-guicciarda-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Barone Ricasoli
,Sparkling,Germany,"A fancy package boasts of some distant connection to the family of the famous composer. The juice in the bottle delivers firm and resilient flavors, with plenty of yeastiness. Citrus and grapefruit rind dominate, in a true brut style. How about naming it “Beethoven's other fifth”? Best Buy. —P.G.",Brut,17,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Kowerich Ludwig von Beethoven 1998 Brut Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kowerich-ludwig-von-beethoven-1998-brut-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1998,Kowerich Ludwig von Beethoven
12,Sparkling,France,"Smells slightly sweet, with apple and tropical fruit aromas that show flecks of coconut. Flavors are similar, emphasizing apple and pear. Sweet but not cloying (it contains a dosage of 45g/l); try it with light, fruit-based desserts.",Demi-Sec,30,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Demi-Sec  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-demi-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
12.5,Red,Portugal,"A selection of Castelão grapes gives a wine of greater power than the normal Periquita. The wood flavors marry well with the crisp red fruits, and tarry flavors give complexity to the aftertaste. —R.V.",Periquita Classico,19,87,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 1995 Periquita Classico Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-1995-periquita-classico-red-terras-sado/,Red Blend,1995,José Maria da Fonseca
14.3,White,US,"Quite spicy, with a toasty, herbal edge. Citrus, peach and melon notes add a fruity theme. Clean at the end.",,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Holly's Hill 2000 Viognier (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2000-viognier-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Viognier,2000,Holly's Hill
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Very toasty aromas, with scents of baked apples and honey. The wine seems slightly overdone, maybe a tad overripe. You get that from the mushroom and heavy apple flavors on the palate. And the finish is hot. However, with nothing terribly off, the wine is solid. —M.S.",Soldati LaScolca Brut,26,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,La Scolca NV Soldati LaScolca Brut  (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-nv-soldati-lascolca-brut-white-gavi/,White Blend,,La Scolca
14.1,White,US,"Jam-packed with bright fruit flavors of peaches, pears and tropical fruits, and spiced up with the vanilla and toast notes of oak. This is a rich wine, big and bold, and a real crowd pleaser.",Wildwood Vineyard - Estate Bottled,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Wildwood Vineyard - Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-wildwood-vineyard-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Kunde
12.8,Red,Australia,"Blueberry aromas open up this soft, easy, highly quaffable wine. It has an abundance of fruit and just the right amount of buttery oak to make things interesting. All throughout it steers clear of the dark stuff; i.e, burnt and toasty wood or heavy fruit. What it offers instead is some strawberry and a breath of fresh air.",Yellow Label,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2000 Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2000-yellow-label-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Wolf Blass
13,Red,Italy,"Bold and earthy in the nose, but also maybe a tad murky. The flavor profile is forward, mostly just grapes and licorice, and while the palate is precise and on the sharper side, the finish is lighter; it just fades away without saying much. —M.S.",Terre di Galatrona,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Petrolo 1999 Terre di Galatrona Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petrolo-1999-terre-galatrona-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Petrolo
,Red,US,"Medium-weight fruit, with cherries and cherry tomatoes mixing it up, along with some pleasant nuances of earth and mineral. The finish is silky smooth and light. —P.G.",Pierce's Elbow Vineyard,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Pierce's Elbow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-pierces-elbow-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Montinore
,White,US,"This is a hands-on wine filled with everything toasty oak and lees can add. The underlying flavors are fairly lean, suggesting citrus fruits and a hint of green apple. The result is not a big, fat Chard, but a tight, crisp and elegant one. Perfect with roasted chicken.",,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Newlan
,White,US,"This is a tight, taut Chard, grown very close to the Pacific Ocean. Acidity is the chief palate impression, high and tart, and the flavors veer toward minerals, stone, herbs and citrus fruits. But this austerity is rich, complex and interesting. Seems likely to develop, but these coastal Chards are still experiments.",Porter-Bass,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bannister 1999 Porter-Bass Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bannister-1999-porter-bass-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Bannister
14.1,White,US,"Sweet stuff, with flavors of butterscotch, vanilla and custard. The basic fruit flavors are peaches and pears. No problem getting the grapes superripe in this warm California region. Nice on its own as a sipper, or good with barbecued scallops in a rich butter sauce.",Wetzel Family Estate Reserve,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2000 Wetzel Family Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2000-wetzel-family-estate-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,White,US,"The underlying fruit suggests flavors of citrus and peaches, but the wine is so oaky, it floods the palate with woody spice, smoke, vanilla and caramel, and the creamy, nutty notes of barrels and sur lie aging. The finish is steely enough to support the richness.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Folie à Deux
,White,US,"Effusively fruity. It's like taking every fruit in the produce department and making wine from all of them. But tangerine and lime dominate, made bright and crisp with acidity. A tad of residual sugar makes things round and juicy.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 2001 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,J Vineyards & Winery
13.8,White,US,"Opens with a blast of well-toasted oak, vanilla, caramel and char, and oak dominates the palate through the finish. Underneath is some ripe peach and pear fruit. The texture is soft and creamy.",Reserve,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2001-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Kenwood
13,Red,Australia,"Smooth and stylish, and all for a song. The mouth is loaded with tasty, high-quality cherry and cassis fruit, while the finish is lengthy and layered. What a solid wine for such a fair price. In fact, it would be nice at any price.",,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Kelly's Promise 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kellys-promise-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Kelly's Promise
12.5,Sparkling,Germany,"Full-bodied, this wine shows typical Riesling aromas of flowers, with hints of peach and lemon furniture polish. Seems to be a relatively ripe vintage, and the wine carries a noticeable hint of residual sugar. Good solid weight leads into a big, flavorful finish. —P.G.",Brut,17,87,Pfalz,,,Kassner Simon 1998 Brut Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kassner-simon-1998-brut-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1998,Kassner Simon
14.4,Red,US,"A dark, tight and tannic wine, reflecting the character of the vintage. Tart, earthy fruit firms up the center, making it chewy and concentrated. Time will open it up and do a bit to smooth out the hard, green tannins. —P.G.",Genesis,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Genesis Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-genesis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Hogue
,Sparkling,France,"Close in style and profile to the Brut Premier, with the same citrus and yeast flavors and high acidity. But there's just a trace of sugar that makes it feel a little rounder and softer. It's still a dry wine. The hint of sweetness shows up on the finish.",Carte Blanche,42,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Carte Blanche  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-carte-blanche-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer
13.9,White,US,"Pretty peach and spice notes sit on a viscous, velvety platform. A tangy, melony edge round things off. Finishes moderately long.",Damiano,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Lambert Bridge 2001 Damiano Viognier (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2001-damiano-viognier-sierra-foothills/,Viognier,2001,Lambert Bridge
,White,US,"Extremely well-oaked, this wine has flavors of apples and citrus fruits that veer into peaches. It's a big, fleshy wine, a bit of a bruiser that trades elegance for sheer power.",Chalk Hill Vineyard Reseve,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1999 Chalk Hill Vineyard Reseve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-chalk-hill-vineyard-reseve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Rodney Strong
13,Sparkling,Germany,"Despite the unfortunate name, this is a very pleasant sparkling wine, offering a concentrated apricot nose. The flavors carry plenty of fruit, along with some earthy, ashy flesh. Some ashy bitterness is the only off note. —P.G.",Bacharacher Kloster Furstenal,17,87,Mittelrhein,,,Ratzenberger 1998 Bacharacher Kloster Furstenal Riesling (Mittelrhein),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ratzenberger-1998-bacharacher-kloster-furstenal-riesling-mittelrhein/,Riesling,1998,Ratzenberger
,White,US,"This Rhône-inspired blend of Viognier and Roussanne certainly has a lot of fruit, filling the mouth with white peaches, sweet green apples and honeyed spearmint flavors, yet it's quite dry and crisp, and finishes with a lively, clean aftertaste.",Los Robles Viejos Rozet,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edmunds St John 2000 Los Robles Viejos Rozet White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-2000-los-robles-viejos-rozet-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2000,Edmunds St John
,Red,Portugal,"This is an immediately attractive wine, with a bright purple hue and juicy, raisiny fruit. There are spicy wood flavors and ripe, bright fruit. A blend of Aragonês and Syrah, it is a softly tannic but also rich wine with great forward fruit. —R.V.",,20,87,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2000 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2000-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Cortes de Cima
,Red,US,"This young Pinot shows scents of beetroot and sassafras and forward fruit (from 50% whole-berry fermentation). Ripe cherry flavors and a bit of earth tell the story. In terms of balance, this is an excellent wine for the price. Best Buy. —P.G.",Petite Cuvee,12,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2000 Petite Cuvee Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2000-petite-cuvee-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Girardet
13.5,Red,US,"Bright citrus flavors team up with peach, apple and mineral notes. The wine is a bit racy on the finish; overall, it's sleek and lean.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Firestone 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2000,Firestone
,White,Australia,"Smoky and toasty, the main flavor elements of this ambitious Chard are oak-derived, with modest underpinnings of crisp pear fruit. Cinnamon and clove spice up the finish.",Redbrook,39,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2000 Redbrook Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2000-redbrook-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2000,Evans & Tate
12,Sparkling,France,"Forward and fruity, with a nice blend of light floral and apple aromas. This is a good, round, pleasant wine, clean and mouthfilling. For its price it offers well-balanced flavors and surprising length.",Tradition Brut,10,87,France Other,France,,Charles de Fère NV Tradition Brut Chardonnay (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-tradition-brut-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Charles de Fère
,Red,Portugal,"Aromas of sweet raisins and a rich concentrated palate make this an immediately attractive wine. The dusty, ripe tannins and flavors of black fruit, chocolate and wood show its time in French and American oak. —R.V.",Alianca Classico Reserva,9,87,Beiras,,,Caves Aliança 1998 Alianca Classico Reserva Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1998-classico-reserva-red-beiras/,Red Blend,1998,Caves Aliança
13.5,Red,US,"A bouquet of sweet plum, black cherry, oak and bread flour is a preview of what comes later in the mouth. Medium-bodied, it closes with more of the same (though the fruit's a little blacker, and there's a cashew-nuttiness to boot). Rather tasty, if not a wine whose changing flavors and nuances are things to ponder. Best Buy. —D.M.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Castle Rock 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Castle Rock
13,Red,Italy,"Deep and lush aromas of bacon, black plums and leather make for a pretty bouquet. The mouth is like a full smorgasbord of cherries, plums and chocolate. A warm and spicy finish that comes in several layers finishes it off. —M.S.",Riserva,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Castello di Poppiano 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Colli Fiorentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-1998-riserva-red-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Red Blend,1998,Castello di Poppiano
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Sharp and defined aromas of white flowers and dried cheddar cheese make for an interesting nose. Tart but ripe apricot and pear flavors work well together on the tongue. The dry, simple finish is apropos for an easy drinker such as this. When asked if you'd like an apéritif, say “yes,” if this one is on offer. —M.S.",Rustico,12,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Nino Franco NV Rustico  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-franco-nv-rustico-prosecco-di-valdobbiadene-21841/,Champagne Blend,,Nino Franco
14.4,White,US,"Steely and firm on the palate, with a marked bend toward citrus and herb flavors. Bright and clean on the finish.",John's Creek,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 2000 John's Creek Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2000-johns-creek-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Nickel & Nickel
,Sparkling,Spain,"Smooth, with aromas of vanilla and green apples. The palate is simple yet stately, especially given the price of this Spanish bubbly. The palate offers lemon, tarragon and some butter, while the finish is loaded with citrus peel and licorice. Best Buy. —M.S.",Cordon Negro Extra Dry,10,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Extra Dry  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-cava-21951/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13.9,White,US,"Very rich and fruity, stuffed with pear, peach and mango flavors that go on and on. Oak and yielding acids give this Chard a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.",C.S. Ridge Vineyard,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 C.S. Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-cs-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Kunde
13.8,White,US,"Light and lemony, with a zippy mineral core that leaves the palate bright and refreshed.",,19,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 2000 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2000,Justin
,Red,Portugal,"This is a Portuguese classic, made for at least 20 years. A blend of Trincadeira, Aragonês, Castelão and a whole basketful of other local grapes, it's a big, generous wine with bags of ripe, soft fruits. A long streak of tannin gives structure but the overall effect is open and fruity. —R.V.",Tinto da Anfora,13,87,Alentejano,,,J.P. Vinhos 1999 Tinto da Anfora Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-1999-tinto-anfora-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1999,J.P. Vinhos
,Red,Portugal,"A dark, tarry, tannic wine with old-style fruit, with rich black fruit flavors underneath it all. The huge, dry tannins make this a wine that will need at least 5 years of cellaring. —R.V.",Tapada de Coelheiros,32,87,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Coelheiros 1999 Tapada de Coelheiros Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-coelheiros-1999-tapada-de-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1999,Herdade dos Coelheiros
,Sparkling,France,"This big, friendly wine shows ripe, forward scents of mixed citrus and light tropical fruits, along with toasted nuts. Medium-rich and already showing some aged, slightly oxidized character, it is definitely built for near-term drinking.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall NV Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-nv-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Saint Gall
15.5,White,US,"Zippy acidity and full apricot, peach and spice flavors make this a front-loaded wine. Lots of fun, though hardly subtle in its charms.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 2000 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-2000-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2000,Curtis
13.4,White,US,"A pretty wine, with tangy apple and pear flavors that are backed by a core of citrus and herb notes.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau St. Jean
,White,US,"From the cool Green Valley, a wine that didn't get quite ripe this year. There are citrus flavors alongside bell pepper ones and the taste of various herbs. Plenty of oak and lees makes things more complex, but it's still a lean wine that demands foods to wake it up.",Dutton Ranch,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,US,"The second Sandidge Syrah is a thick, spicy wine, with ultraripe, even jammy fruit. Power takes the place of purity; there is a distinct earthiness, and more than a whiff of barnyard. Tannins are tough and chewy, but what it lacks in subtlety it makes up for in big flavor. 474 cases made. —P.G.",Klingele Vineyard,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,C.R. Sandidge 2000 Klingele Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2000-klingele-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,C.R. Sandidge
,Red,Portugal,"The 172-acre Quinta do Valdoeiro is just outside Mealhada in the Bairrada region. This wine is made from the Douro grape, Touriga Nacional, rather than the local Baga. It has a dark purple color and yeasty, toasty aromas. The palate is dark and withdrawn, with powerful toast flavors and black fruits. —R.V.",Quinta do Valdoeiro,20,87,Beiras,,,Vinhos Messias 2001 Quinta do Valdoeiro Touriga Nacional (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinhos-messias-2001-quinta-valdoeiro-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beiras/,Touriga Nacional,2001,Vinhos Messias
,Red,Portugal,"The Quinta de Cachão is also used to produce Messias Port. This could almost be a Port, with its soft, juicy fruit, sweetly perfumed black-currant flavors and soft tannins. —R.V.",Quinta do Cachao/Colheita,20,87,Douro,,,Vinhos Messias 2000 Quinta do Cachao/Colheita Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinhos-messias-2000-quinta-cachao-colheita-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,2000,Vinhos Messias
,Red,Australia,"They say the vines date to 1889. The color is inky black. The aromas are impressive and promising. White chocolate, blackberry, cassis, licorice and white pepper begin to describe them. It's a hugely extracted wine, packed with berry flavors, very dry, with substantial tannins. It's far too big to describe as elegant—rustic does it more justice. The winemaker suggests aging until 2006. He may be short of the mark.",Tricentenary,30,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 2000 Tricentenary Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-tricentenary-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2000,Yalumba
14.5,Red,US,"This is a good buy in an old vine Zin because of the big, ripe burst of juicy berry flavors, rich texture, and refined, dry finish. Lacks some depth, but makes up for it with all that pretty fruit.",Old Vines,10,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Old Vines Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-old-vines-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
7,Dessert,Italy,"Distinct notes of cranberry and raspberry on the nose and palate are accented by wisps of toast and rolled oats. The acidity is elegantly wrapped in juicy fruit. As in previous vintages, this is a clean, classic and delicious treat. —K.F.",Rosa Regale,23,87,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2001 Rosa Regale  (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2001-rosa-regale-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,2001,Vigne Regali
,White,US,"Another good value from this winery. The apple and peach flavors have something dusty about them, like dry, red California dirt on a hot summer day. Just a little oak spices up this dry and crisp wine.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Wild Horse
,Sparkling,France,"Hay, nutmeg and sourdough are aromatic partners to the toasty char and cheese flavors. Although a bit frothy, the flinty acidity and dry finish leave the palate clean and refreshed. This is young, mainstream and tasty.",Brut,25,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-brut-champagne-22470/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
14.1,White,US,"Ripe and bold, here's a wine with plenty of flavor. Sweet tropical fruits and Lifesavers, you name it. It's in there, backed with bracing acids and a firm, steely structure. This is very rich, so consume it with the right foods. —S.H.",Genesis,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Genesis Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-genesis-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2001,Hogue
13,Red,Australia,"Shy is not how to describe this wine's bold, plump, grapey bouquet, which features a good dose of bacon. The palate is flavorful and fruity, but it's also one-dimensional in that it's all fruit and no nuance or layering. The smooth finish has coffee and black fruit in full quantities.",Koonunga Hill,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2000 Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2000-koonunga-hill-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Penfolds
13.8,Red,US,The name fits the wine. This Cabernet-Merlot blend is a nice straightforward bottle of red wine. The milk chocolate and raspberry flavors join smooth tannins and earthy aromas. Best Buy. —C.S.,Bistro Rouge,11,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Pend d'Oreille 1999 Bistro Rouge Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-1999-bistro-rouge-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Pend d'Oreille
14.1,White,US,"Fairly rich and lush—really quite viscous—with pretty apricot, peach, honey, nut and spice flavors. Fleshy on the finish. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon.",Alluvium Blanc,16,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 2000 Alluvium Blanc White (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-alluvium-blanc-white-sonoma-knights-valley/,White Blend,2000,Beringer
,Red,Portugal,"A blend of Castelão, Aragonês, Trincadeira and Alfrocheiro grapes. Ripe red fruit on the nose; dense tannins, firm acidity, and big fruit in the mouth. Best Buy. —R.V.",Vinha do Monte,11,87,Alentejano,,,Sogrape 2000 Vinha do Monte Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-2000-vinha-monte-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Sogrape
,Red,Portugal,"Soft, sweet flavors dominate this wine. Red fruit and vanilla give it softness and richness with a touch of spice. This is an attractive wine, ready to drink now, but with a touch of dryness for the future. —R.V.",Casa do Douro Reserva,13,87,Douro,,,Sogrape 1999 Casa do Douro Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1999-casa-douro-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Sogrape
13.5,White,US,"Another winner from this undervalued winery. Consistent with past vintages, this one is ripely fruity, with tasty flavors of apples and peaches and a rich overlay of vanilla and smoke from oak. Crisp acidity keeps it clean and vibrant on the palate.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2001 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2001-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Valley of the Moon
,Sparkling,Italy,"Seductive flower and pear aromas create a pretty nose. The mouth is solid although not terribly lively, with distinct orange and apple flavors. The finish is dry and chalky, with a tight grip and mouth-coating viscosity. —M.S.",Brut Riserva,15,87,,Trento,,Rotari 1997 Brut Riserva  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-1997-brut-riserva-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,1997,Rotari
13.8,Red,Australia,"Smoky oak and licorice notes lead the way, backed by pretty cherry, blackberry and herb flavors. Bright on the finish.",Orange Vineyard,26,87,New South Wales,Orange,,Rosemount 1999 Orange Vineyard Shiraz (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-orange-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-orange/,Shiraz,1999,Rosemount
,Red,US,"The blend is 88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Merlot and 4% Cab Franc. This is a fairly light, well-crafted wine, with strawberry and watermelon fruit, good balance and surprising length. It stresses elegance over power, but makes a good impression. —P.G.",,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Robert Karl 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-karl-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Robert Karl
,Red,US,"Its concentrated flavors and deep, inky color gave one taster the impression that this wine was a Zin (remember, we're tasting blind, here). That hypothesis was understandable, given this Merlot's raspberry, mocha and oak flavors, which are accented by some herb and white pepper. Begins and ends with similar notes, plus some mineral dustiness. A tasty, internationally styled wine, though not what you'd find in the dictionary under “Merlot.”",,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Swanson
,Red,US,"The nose shows the complexity that makes Walla Walla so interesting. Mixed in with ripe fruit are scents of chilies, bell peppers and other piquant spices. Full and fleshy, as is the house style, but nuanced as well. A little green-bean flavor can be found in the finish. —P.G.",,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
13,Red,Italy,"Intense from the start, and quite rambunctious. The fruit is healthy and powerful, with ample leather and chocolate to add complexity. This wine surely has better days ahead, but opening it now and serving it with hearty food should allow it to show its best. Best Buy. —M.S.",,9,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Lanciola 1999  Chianti Colli Fiorentini,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanciola-1999-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,1999,Lanciola
14.1,White,US,"Peaches, spice and citrus flavors are at the fore of this zingy wine. It's long and bright to the end.",,23,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Viognier (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-viognier-sonoma-valley/,Viognier,2000,Kunde
14.2,White,US,"Mitch Cosentino gathered grapes from around the state, and vinified and aged the wine very dry. The result is a new-style Viognier that allows the varietal's exotic fruit and floral flavors to star. This is one of the more interesting approaches to California Viognier, which is often too oaky and sweet.",,22,87,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 2000 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"The nose is forward and round, with some cheesy Burgundian scents. There is a raisiny edge to this wine, which is very ripe and drinking well right now. The finish is slight hot, and has plenty of tannin. Definitely a wine to drink young. —P.G.",Elkton Vineyard,19,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,River's Edge 2000 Elkton Vineyard Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivers-edge-2000-elkton-vineyard-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,River's Edge
,White,US,"A very rich, oaky-toasty wine with oodles of upfront peach and tropical fruit flavors, but not a lot of depth or complexity. The fruit is big and ripely sweet and impressive, and the oak barrels provide layers of vanilla, smoke and sweet wood-sap nuances. It's all on the surface, but it's a very pretty surface.",Toasted Head Giguiere Ranch,25,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1999 Toasted Head Giguiere Ranch Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1999-toasted-head-giguiere-ranch-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,1999,R.H. Phillips
,Red,US,"There's lots of charm in this classic Napa Cab. It opens with aromas of black currants, espresso and tobacco, and has a nice edge of toasty oak. Dry and smooth, with attractive berry flavors and soft tannins. —S.H.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Sterling
14.5,White,US,"Only 30% malolactic fermentation gives the wine some creaminess but maintains the freshness of the fruit. With aromas of pear, pineapple and toast, it has smoky, rich, flavors that end in a soft nutty finish.",Salus,35,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2000 Salus Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2000-salus-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,2000,Staglin
13.9,Red,US,"Coffee, mocha and barbecue-smoke aromas smolder on the nose, and continue on the medium-bodied palate. Tannins are chalky and smooth, but largely obscure the black cherry fruit. Finishes with oak, tobacco, tannin and a burst of sweet black cherries. Very good, but I'm not convinced that aging it any is going to resolve the chalky, powdery tannins. Best Buy. —D.M.",,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Silver Lake
14,Red,Australia,"Dense and woody in the nose, with a strong hint of charcoal and caramel. The power-packed palate has black cherry, blackberry and chocolate on full offer, while it finishes slightly bitter, with a taste of espresso. Very hard and firm; not a cuddly wine.",Bin 389,26,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1999 Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-bin-389-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1999,Penfolds
,White,Italy,The slightly nutty nose is touched with melon and pineapple. The flavors are citrus and lemon peel; the mouthfeel is rich and textured. Best Buy.,,10,87,Tuscany,San Gimignano,,Abbazia Monte Oliveto 2000 Vernaccia (San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-monte-oliveto-2000-italian-white-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2000,Abbazia Monte Oliveto
,Sparkling,France,"Gosset comes in a stunningly beautiful antique-style bottle, but the wine inside must overcome the sulfurous scents of rotten egg before it can reveal its strengths, which are considerable. There is a definite Pinot Noir profile to the fruit flavors, which combine cherry and berry with light milk-chocolate flavors.",Brut Grande Rosé,70,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Brut Grande Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-brut-grande-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
14,Red,Australia,"Take a sniff and you'll say to yourself, “not bad.” There's some grapiness along with smoke and flowers, and that mix is nice. The flavors and feel follow suit. You get some blueberry, blackberry and vanilla and then a full fruity finish. If “balance” means it sits right on your tongue while offering a mix of sweet and spice, then this is well balanced.",Duet,15,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek 2000 Duet Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2000-duet-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Fox Creek
,Red,US,"Ripe and fruity, with intense and penetrating black-currant flavors and a spicing from toasty oak. Quite dry, and a bit acidic, leading to a tart finish. A bit austere now, sort of a Johnny-one-note, but could gain in complexity down the road. —S.H.",Rutherford Hillside Reserve,100,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Rutherford Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-rutherford-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"As always, this is very young, fresh and jammy. Blatant acids push black-cherry marmalade flavors that are dry and rich. Has some real depth; a rich, creamy wine that makes up in power what it lacks in finesse. Best Buy. —S.H.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2001,Hogue
,White,US,"Smells bright, citrusy and clean, but the bouquet is dominated by oak. A charry, penetrating scent of vanilla, with almost a hint of white chocolate, leads to a rich, creamy wine. It's a bit on the sweet side, and tastes strongly of lees. Pretty good stuff—at this price, it's a swell value.",Reserve,11,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2000-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Gallo of Sonoma
13.8,White,US,"Quite fragrant, with hints of peach, apricat, spice and herbs. Round and viscous on the finish, with a refreshing orange-citrus finish.",Carpy Ranch,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 2000 Carpy Ranch Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-2000-carpy-ranch-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2000,Freemark Abbey
13.8,White,US,"Lush, with butterscotch, vanilla, apple, pear and peach overtones. A tangy mineral edge adds balance, albeit perhaps too brightly. Clean at the end.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 2000 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2000-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Château Souverain
,Red,Portugal,,Fronteira,,87,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 1999 Fronteira Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-1999-fronteira-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Companhia das Quintas
13,Red,Italy,"Muscular, with earth and mineral notes to the cherry and currant aromas. The palate is more open and less dark than the bouquet, with raspberry and plum fruit. The finish is drying and hard, with a bitter chocolate note. This wine is definitely firm and structured, nicely done, but rather tough. —M.S.",,28,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casaloste 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaloste-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Casaloste
13,Red,Italy,"Oaky for sure, with a strong whiff of coconut and butter on the nose. The palate is fairly pure, with bursting cherry fruit pouring it on prior to a layered finish of tannins, wood, vanilla and licorice. This could make for a good fireside wine, given its fullness. —M.S.",Riserva,45,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casaloste 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaloste-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Casaloste
14.5,Red,Australia,"There's tons of red fruit here, most of which is jammy plum and raspberry, with just a slight sour cranberry edge. Amaretto and pastry cream notes pervade from beginning to end, however, which turned some tasters on and proved a little too sweet for others.",The Signature,44,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1997 The Signature Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1997-signature-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1997,Yalumba
14.1,White,US,"A bit oily textured, with bright lemon and herb notes that add some balance. Citrus is at the core of this wine, which finishes fresh.",Double L Yineyard,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2000 Double L Yineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-double-l-yineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2000,Morgan
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Take a whiff and it comes across plump and traditional. The palate is less complex and toasty; grapefruit and other citrus flavors are what you get. The finish is smooth and unassuming. It's a lively type of wine, one that's neither brooding nor subdued. Best Buy. —M.S.",Brut Reserva,9,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Marques de Monistrol NV Brut Reserva  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-monistrol-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Marques de Monistrol
,White,US,"Meridian does it again. A big, bold wine with well-etched tropical-fruit flavors, pronounced but balanced oak, and crisp, lively Central Coast acidity. This easy sipper offers plenty of flavor, and is a good value in oaky Chardonnay.",Reserve,14,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Meridian 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1999-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Meridian
,White,US,"Firm and focused, with a strong mineral-and-citrus core. Pear and apple flavors follow with fresh finish. Well balanced and elegant.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2000 Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,2000,Chalone Vineyard
,Red,US,"All Cabernet, as this winemaker likes pure varietals. The nose is quite chocolatey, and the wine carries medium fruit flavors, firm and varietal, with fairly stiff tannins. —P.G.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Caterina
,White,US,"Columbia makes several different Chardonnays, and this one always seems to showcase more oak than the rest. Firm citrus and green apple fruit is wrapped in oak and butterscotch, finishing with a hint of anise. —P.G.",Wyckoff Vineyard,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1999 Wyckoff Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-wyckoff-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1999,Columbia Winery
12,Sparkling,Germany,"A quick whiff of sulfur blows off, and then some inviting toasty scents, redolent of fresh bread dough, jump-start a sparkling   wine that evokes real French bubbly. Kirsten shows good body and balance, with a delicately floral, peachy finish that hints at some sugar. Best Buy. —P.G.",Brut,16,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Kirsten 1998 Brut Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirsten-1998-brut-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1998,Kirsten
,Red,Australia,"Chocolate and mint aromas lead the way, while black cherry, plum, coffee, herb, smoke and spice flavors are framed by moderate tannins.",,14,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
13,White,US,"Smooth and sleek, with a fine balance of acidity and body. Flavors recall lemon, melon, pear, herb and toast, finishing fresh and full.",Healdsburg Ranches,14,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Belvedere 2000 Healdsburg Ranches Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2000-healdsburg-ranches-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Belvedere
,Red,Australia,"Sweet and perfumed, with additional aromas of bacon and baking spice. The palate is warm, chunky and jam-packed with plum fruit and tasty spice. The tail end is meaty and toasty, with some chocolate notes adding richness.",Koonunga Hill,9,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2001 Koonunga Hill Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-koonunga-hill-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Penfolds
13.5,Red,Australia,"Black as night in color, with coffee, _mocha and heat emanating from the bouquet. Theirs is more than enough edgy cassis and cherry fruit on the palate, but also the slightest detectable note of green vegetable. The finish is a rush of coffee, toast and charred meat. Plump and easygoing.",,25,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Punters Corner 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punters-corner-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Punters Corner
12,Sparkling,France,"There is the scent of gun metal, and the faintest trace of smoke, a bit like a Pouilly-Fumé, plus a clear mineral streak. Well-defined, dry and spare, this is the classic oyster wine. The finish is tight and brief.",Brut,32,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-brut-champagne-20476/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
12.5,Sparkling,France,"The color is a bright coppery onion skin; the scent pleasantly doughy, with plenty of tart, zippy citrus fruit. A core of light cherry anchors a wine with good focus and medium length; a noticeable sweetness lifts the finish.",Brut Impérial Rosé,65,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1995 Brut Impérial Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1995-brut-imperial-rose-champagne-7956/,Champagne Blend,1995,Moët & Chandon
14.1,White,US,"Quite creamy on the palate, with an upfront melon and apple core. Peaches, herbs, citrus and toast are also in evidence, finishing with moderate length.",Clos D'Abundance,13,88,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Abundance Vineyards 2000 Clos D'Abundance Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abundance-2000-clos-dabundance-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,2000,Abundance Vineyards
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This Cava boasts a nose full of apple, buttercream, wispy toast and lemon squares. Caramel and sweet herbs chime in on the palate. Finishes cleanly with lingering toast and hay flavors. Very fresh. Best Buy. —K.F.",Cava Brut,13,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Avinyó NV Cava Brut Sparkling (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avinyo-nv-cava-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Sparkling Blend,,Avinyó
,Red,Portugal,"From the Palmela vineyards of José Maria da Fonseca, comes this ripe, red-fruited wine. Flavors of herbs, red peppers and dark plums move effortlessly to a dry finish. —R.V.",Primum,13,88,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2000 Primum Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2000-primum-red-terras-sado/,Touriga Nacional Blend,2000,José Maria da Fonseca
,White,US,"This is classic New World Chard, with its rich and spicy peach, pear and even tropical-fruit flavors, and the elaborate overlay of spicy, smoky oak barrels. It's opulent and supple, with a creamy texture and a long, spicy finish. Best Buy. —S.H.",Genesis,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Genesis Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-genesis-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Hogue
13.9,White,US,"Moderate body, with pretty grapefruit flavors and hints of pineapple, apple, melon and herbs that leave a fresh taste on the palate. Mineral notes provide a clean finish.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lambert Bridge 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Lambert Bridge
,Sparkling,France,"Fills the taste buds with a creamy, yeasty, lightly fruity and pleasingly spicy set of flavors. The wine holds its center nicely. A well-defined, classy bottle.",Prestige Brut Rosé,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV Prestige Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-prestige-brut-rose-champagne-22048/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
,White,US,"This is why so many people are turning to Viognier. It combines Chardonnay's full-bodied, oaky fruity qualities with Sauvignon Blanc's lemony tartness to create a wine midway between the two. Doesn't go over the top in flowers and eccentric fruit, but keeps things balanced.",,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2001 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2001-viognier-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Viognier,2001,Renwood
,Red,Portugal,"At this stage, wood dominates this wine, although there are dark, brooding blackberry aromas and spices underneath. There are ripe flavors and sweet fruit but the new wood spices and wood tannins are prominent. It should develop, and needs 6–8 years at least. —R.V.",Alfrocheiro Preto,22,88,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2000 Alfrocheiro Preto Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2000-alfrocheiro-preto-red-dao/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta dos Roques
11,Sparkling,Italy,"This reserve-level Prosecco strikes all the right chords. The nose is dry and, at first, chalky. With time it opens up nicely, leading to a palate full of orange, melon and other citrus. The sweet, sassy finish is just right. Overall it's quite a well-rounded wine that plays a merry tune. —M.S.",Cuvee Prosecco,15,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV Cuvee Prosecco  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-cuvee-prosecco-white-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,White Blend,,Villa Sandi
,Red,US,"Light and immaculate fruit lifts up this pleasant, pretty red wine. Immediately enjoyable and fresh, it is a fine choice for drinking with poultry and lighter winter meals. Best Buy. —P.G.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,Portugal,"This is a big, rich fruity wine made from young vines, with ripe, juicy black fruit. Polished touches of wood and lovely berries along with a soft, juicy mouthfeel, make this immensely drinkable. —R.V.",Incognito,33,88,Alentejano,,,Cortes de Cima 2000 Incognito Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cortes-cima-2000-incognito-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Cortes de Cima
,White,US,"This wine carries scents of fennel, lime and citrus blossom, elegantly expressed in pretty, tangy fruit that drives to a long, crisp finish. —P.G.",Red Willow,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 2001 Red Willow Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2001-red-willow-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2001,Columbia Winery
,Red,US,"This is the budget Syrah bottling from Columbia, and in this forward, fruity vintage it is a real deal. The sweet and supple core of fruit is limned with toasty oak, and the wine remains muscular and strong through the finish. Don't look for complexity—but full, ripe, balanced flavors are here in abundance. Best Buy. —P.G.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Columbia Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,"Thick, grapey aromas accented by coffee and mocha get it going, with traditional cherry and leather flavors following thereafter. The finish is round and expansive, with distinct flavors of coffee and fudge. This is full and ripe stuff, but it stops short of being heavy. —M.S.",Poggio Ai Chiari,48,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Colle S. Mustiola di Fabio Cenni 1999 Poggio Ai Chiari Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colle-s-mustiola-fabio-cenni-1999-poggio-ai-chiari-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Colle S. Mustiola di Fabio Cenni
,White,US,"A lush wine, with deliciously lip-smacking peach and tropical fruit flavors generously accented in oak. The texture has a buttery smoothness that leads to a rich finish. It's not a big blockbuster, but balanced and tasteful.",Reserve,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,Portugal,"Superripe fruit is the hallmark of this wine. The aromas are sweet, juicy, almost Porty; the palate is huge, with rich fruit flavors and great power. —R.V.",Grand Arte,20,88,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 Grand Arte Touriga Franca (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-grand-arte-portuguese-red-touriga-franca-estremadura/,Touriga Franca,2000,DFJ Vinhos
6.5,Red,Italy,"The note on the label, “Nel tentative di catturare l'attenzione,” (“looking to catch your eye”) rightly refers to this elegantly crafted Brachetto. In store for your senses is a package of watermelon, raspberry, caramel apple, apricot, strawberry, toast and cranberry aromas and flavors. A fine complement to an intimate evening. Best Buy.—K.F.",Selezioni Rodellisa Dolce,15,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Giribaldi NV Selezioni Rodellisa Dolce Brachetto (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-nv-selezioni-rodellisa-dolce-italian-red-brachetto-piedmont/,Brachetto,,Giribaldi
,Red,Portugal,"A smooth wine with racy acidity that lies alongside plums and earthy fruits. Layers of wood, a little dry tannin and a finish of dried raisins give balance to this solid, intense wine. —R.V.",Alianca Particular,15,88,Palmela,,,Caves Aliança 1999 Alianca Particular Red (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1999-alianca-particular-red-palmela/,Red Blend,1999,Caves Aliança
,Red,US,"This is 100% Merlot, smooth and high toned, showing ripe cherry, chocolate and tobacco flavors. There are definite nail-polish scents and flavors, but they burn off a bit. Pretty and sweet, it's fairly high in tannin, which gives it a somewhat chewy finish. —P.G.",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Caterina
13,Red,Italy,"Smooth and inviting aromas of spiced plums lay out the welcome mat, and that's followed by a bright, edgy palate with popping cherry fruit. On the finish, more of that cherry fruit comes on strong. The only weakness is that the plate is slightly hollow in the middle; thus the wine lacks the depth required to push it to the next level. —M.S.",Fiore,36,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Meleto 1998 Fiore Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-1998-fiore-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Meleto
,Red,Italy,"This is rock-solid Chianti. Sharp, piercing aromas of cherry and red currant open the show, while intense red-raspberry flavors make for a tantalizing wine that drives at full speed across the palate. A solid body and several layers of textures and flavors on the finish seal the deal. —M.S.",,16,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Brolio 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-brolio-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Brolio
13,Red,US,"Known as Blaufrankisch in Europe and some say a relative to Gamay, this grape does quite well in Washington. The wild berry aromas have a pleasant floral quality, and the blackberry flavors finish juicy and ripe, making for an entertaining wine.",Blue Franc,12,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shooting Star 2001 Blue Franc Lemberger (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2001-blue-franc-other-red-lemberger-other/,Lemberger,2001,Shooting Star
,Red,US,"This is the first release from a new Oregon vintner. Appealing, open, fresh and fruity, it tags spicy cranberry and strawberry scents onto a well-made, soft and smooth Pinot. Supple tannins and just a hint of barrel toast complete the wine. —P.G.",,28,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Patton Valley 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patton-valley-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Patton Valley
,Red,Portugal,"This wine, from the Castelo Rodrigo subregion, is intensely rich, with aromas of sweet sultanas, dusty tannins and layers of ripe figs and chocolate. This should age well over the next 10 years, but is ready to drink now. —R.V.",Quinta do Cardo,14,88,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 1999 Quinta do Cardo Touriga Nacional (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-1999-quinta-cardo-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beira-interior/,Touriga Nacional,1999,Companhia das Quintas
,Red,US,"Pretty and elegant, though not typically forward like many Viogniers. The wine shows off hints of melon, peach, apricot and spice. Silky and lean on the palate, with a clean finish.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Cold Heaven 2000 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cold-heaven-2000-sanford-benedict-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2000,Cold Heaven
,Red,Portugal,"A younger version of the 20-year-old Moscatel, this is sweeter and much less complex. But it is soft and fresh, with flavors of nuts and burnt fruits alongside sweetness and intense perfumes. Light and fresh at the same time. —R.V.",Alambre,19,88,Setubal,,,José Maria da Fonseca 1999 Alambre Moscatel (Setubal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-1999-alambre-muscat-moscatel-setubal/,Moscatel,1999,José Maria da Fonseca
,Red,Portugal,"This wine comes from Aliança's new estate in the Douro, whose name means four winds. Made with consultant Michel Rolland, it is purple in color, with dominant aromas of new wood. To taste, it is rich, but the wood and sawdust flavors are too prominent for the spicy black fruit. This could integrate better in the next five years. —R.V.",Quinta dos Quatro Ventos,30,88,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 1999 Quinta dos Quatro Ventos Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1999-quinta-quatro-ventos-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Caves Aliança
12,Sparkling,France,"This ubiquitous bottle looks, smells and tastes like Champagne should. It is a well-made, rock-solid effort, with the expected flavors of green apples and light citrus. Safe and dependable, it lacks only the extra defining nuances that add excitement to the best bruts.",Brut Impérial,38,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Brut Impérial  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-brut-imperial-champagne-19141/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,White,US,"Rob Stuart, formerly with Erath vineyards, is the winemaker. The first release for this new brand recalls his Erath days with its fleshy, ripe pear flavors. Some cinnamon spice adds interest. The wine is open and rich; solidly made. —P.G.",,14,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Big Fire 2001 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/big-fire-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,Big Fire
14.1,White,US,"Creamy smooth, with hints of cinnamon and spice, vanilla, peaches, pear and citrus flavors. Quite viscous, with a lush, fat finish.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Wattle Creek 2000 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Wattle Creek
,Red,US,"Beautiful red wine, deep, dark and juicy. There's drama in the rich aromas of cassis, perfumed with smoky oak, and the sumptuous texture. It glides like velvet over the palate, carrying black-currant flavors. Could use a tad more depth. —S.H.",Great Estates,49,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Great Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-great-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kendall-Jackson
14.1,White,US,"While the fruit is fairly elegant, offering pretty pear, citrus and herb flavors, the oak is a little on the woody side, causing the fruit to pull up a tad short. Medium bodied and crisp on the finish.",Rosella's Vineyard,34,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 2000 Rosella's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-rosellas-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,2000,Morgan
13.2,Red,US,"A bit greener than the '98, with fresh herbs, arugula and bitter chocolate. Lean but not aggressive tannins finish soft. —C.S.",,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Dunham
,White,US,"Amity made a vociferous switch a few years back, pulling all its Chardonnay and planting Pinot Blanc in its wake. Looks like a good call, with consistently fine wines such as this new release the result. It's dry and tastes of ripe, just-sliced pears, with plenty of weight and a long, strong finish.",,12,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Amity 2001 Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2001-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,2001,Amity
13.3,White,US,"Tangy and zippy, with a ginger-like quality that leads to peach, spice, apricot and herbs on the palate. The finish is long and bright, with a lemony edge.",Talmage Block,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Abundance Vineyards 2000 Talmage Block Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abundance-2000-talmage-block-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2000,Abundance Vineyards
,White,US,"Quite a bit more focused and polished than Krug's regular Chard, it's a big, thick, oily wine dripping with opulent peach, nectarine and tropical fruit flavors. Well-charred oak frames the whole in spice and glyceriney sweetness. Semisweet, with a slight almond skin bitterness on the finish.",Peter Mondavi Family Reserve,21,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Charles Krug 2000 Peter Mondavi Family Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2000-peter-mondavi-family-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Charles Krug
,Red,Portugal,"An intensely perfumed wine, made from selected lots. Initially, it tastes almost artificial with flavors of violets and candies, along with dry tannins. But there is good development potential, especially when the rich dark plums and acidity begin to come to the fore, in four or five years. —R.V.",Floral Grande Escolha,13,88,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 1998 Floral Grande Escolha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1998-floral-grande-escolha-red-douro/,Red Blend,1998,Caves Aliança
,White,US,"This is all Sauv Blanc, all stainless steel-fermented fruit from the Willard and Gordon Brothers vineyards. It offers bracing grapefruit scents and flavors that make it a perfect oyster wine as we head into winter. Crisp and steely, the emphasis is on the racy, vivid fruit. Best Buy. —P.G.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2001-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Caterina
,Sparkling,France,"Mostly Chenin, with 10% Chardonnay, this delicious bubbly mixes spicy yeast with clove and herb scents, inviting repeated sips. Full-bodied fruit flavors follow, with a slightly candied appeal, and the finish wraps you in hints of vanilla and light toast.",Signature Brut,13,88,Loire Valley,Saumur,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Signature Brut  (Saumur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-signature-brut-sparkling-saumur/,Champagne Blend,,Bouvet-Ladubay
,Red,Italy,"Tobacco and black-cherry aromas move into a dry, lean palate, where there are long, plush tannins and an earthy finish. Drink 2004–2010.",Le Ellere,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 1999 Le Ellere  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-1999-le-ellere-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello d'Albola
,White,US,"This is just the second vintage for this value producer's “dry” Riesling. Though labeled dry, this wine definitely lights up the fruity side of the street, with detectable (0.7%) residual sugar. Exceptionally fragrant, with candied honeysuckle scents, and sweetly alluring. 705 cases produced. Best Buy. —P.G.",Dry,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Washington Hills 2001 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2001-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Washington Hills
13.5,Red,US,"Plum skin, milk chocolate and black pepper aromas are satisfying in this Syrah. The tannins are big and there's acidity to match, which prepares your palate for the next sip. —C.S.",Applegate Valley,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1999 Applegate Valley Syrah (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1999-applegate-valley-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Eola Hills
12.5,Red,Italy,"A pile of earth, smoke, leather and dark chocolate is about all you can pull from the dense, closed nose. The palate is only a bit more open, and on the back palate the full allotment of berries and oak comes on hard. It's grapey and tannic, but it should be more friendly in due time, say two more years. Best Buy. —M.S.",Nipozanno Riserva,15,88,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Frescobaldi 1998 Nipozanno Riserva  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1998-nipozanno-riserva-red-chianti-rufina/,Red Blend,1998,Frescobaldi
14,Red,Australia,"This medium-weight blend of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot boasts a richly textured mouthfeel and plush tannins that perfectly highlight the wine's dark plum, earth and tobacco flavors. A bright beam of acidity provides lift to the finish.",Classic Red,14,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2001 Classic Red Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2001-classic-red-margaret-river/,Red Blend,2001,Evans & Tate
,Red,Portugal,"This toasty, tannic, firmly structured wine still manages to show that the rich, silky fruit underneath will blossom when the spicy wood flavors have blended in. Give it two to three years. —R.V.",,14,88,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2000 Aragonês (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2000-tempranillo-aragones-alentejano/,Aragonês,2000,Herdade do Esporão
,Red,US,"Fragrant with scents of plum, dried cherry, leaf and a hint of earth. This is a mix of lots from the three single-vineyard selections, and is markedly improved in this new vintage. Flavors of pie cherries dominate a balanced and pleasant finish. —P.G.",Winemaker's Reserve,19,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Montinore
,Red,Portugal,"Although the spicy wood is dominant in this wine at this stage, it has great potential. Under that wood, there are fine, rich red fruits and good jelly flavors. Given three or four years, it should balance out. —R.V.",Fontanario de Pegoes,,88,Palmela,,,Cooperativa Agricola de Santo Isidro de Pegoes 2000 Fontanario de Pegoes Red (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooperativa-agricola-santo-isidro-pegoes-2000-fontanario-red-palmela/,Portuguese Red,2000,Cooperativa Agricola de Santo Isidro de Pegoes
,Red,Portugal,"The Cabernet on its own doesn't succeed as well as it does in the blend with Tinta Miúda. Although there are juicy black-currant aromas, the fruit is slightly green, with herbs and dry tannins. At this stage, wood tannins come through and dominate. Given time, it could develop. —R.V.",Grand Arte,20,88,Estremadura,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 Grand Arte Cabernet Sauvignon (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-grand-arte-cabernet-sauvignon-estremadura/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,DFJ Vinhos
12.3,White,US,"Hints of almonds, butterscotch and peaches are at the core of this full-bodied white wine. The finish is fruity and fun.",T&A Vineyard,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Bell 2000 T&A Vineyard Viognier (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-2000-t-a-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Viognier,2000,Bell
14,Red,Australia,,Traditional,7,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek,,Rosemount 1999 Traditional Red (McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-traditional-red-mclaren-vale-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Rosemount
14.2,Red,US,"Named for the goddess of well being, and a glass of red wine with your meal is said to aid in digestion, among other benefits. This medium-bodied Cab has aromas of coffee, tobacco and blueberry. Dark fruit and chocolate flavors in a wine that is made to be drunk young.",Salus,50,88,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 1999 Salus Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-1999-salus-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Staglin
13.5,Red,Australia,"Like many other ripe Aussie Cabs, this has a pronounced sweetness to it. In the nose, it's much like American Zinfandel, as it shows blueberry aromas. The palate is acidic and juicy, while the finish is tighter, with heavy tannins and a touch of leather. This wine has a somewhat hard feel to it, but it's also very good in terms of power and raw flavor.",St. George,27,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Lindemans 1998 St. George Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1998-st-george-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Lindemans
,Red,Portugal,"Ripe fruit and aromas of bitter coffee, with some firm, dry tannins but also juicy black fruits, make this single-vineyard 100% Baga firm but generous. Age it for another 4–10 years. —R.V.",Quinta do Moinho,45,88,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 1999 Quinta do Moinho Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-1999-quinta-moinho-red-beiras/,Red Blend,1999,Luis Pato
,Red,US,"The weakest of Rex Hill's three single-vineyard 2000s, although still a very good wine. Opens with a blast of smoky, well-charred sweet oak, caramel and white chocolate, with subtle blackberry and cherry scents. Oaky and fruity, with a long, spicy finish. —S.H.",Rex Hill Estate,52,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2000 Rex Hill Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2000-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rex Hill
13,White,US,"Opens with intense, explosive notes of ultraripe tangerines, orange custard, baked meringue, vanilla and toast. This is clearly a ripe, oaky wine, and it holds its size well, thanks to zesty acidity. It's flamboyant and delicious.",Coastal Selection,11,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mirassou 2000 Coastal Selection Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2000-coastal-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Mirassou
,Red,Portugal,"Made from Baga grapes, this is a deep purple wine with aromas of ripe figs and licorice. Ripe spices and dense tannins are tinged with a touch of bitterness, finishing with noticeable acidity. —R.V.",Vinhas Velhas,13,88,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2000 Vinhas Velhas Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2000-vinhas-velhas-red-beiras/,Red Blend,2000,Luis Pato
,Red,Portugal,"This wine is made from new plantings at Roriz, which is controlled by a partnership of the Symington family and João van Zeller. A blend of Tinta Roriz, Tinta Franca, Touriga Nacional and Tinta Barroca, it was matured in French oak. It's a big, generous, fruity wine and   plenty of dusty tannins and bright fruit give a big, structured feel. —R.V.",Prazo de Roriz,13,88,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 2001 Prazo de Roriz Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-2001-prazo-red-douro/,Red Blend,2001,Quinta de Roriz
,White,US,"Pungent, ripe fruit is perfectly entwined with whiffs of smoke, herbs, roasted meats and cedar. This powerful, complex wine is already displaying some of the signs of age, a result perhaps of its generously ripe, somewhat alcoholic structure. Only 200 cases made. —P.G.",Reed & Reynolds Vineyard,54,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sineann 2000 Reed & Reynolds Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sineann-2000-reed-reynolds-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sineann
12,Sparkling,France,"Much improved over previous efforts, this wine is scented with citrus fruit and rind, and fills the mouth with firm, well-balanced fruit flavors. It does a slow, elegant fade into a crisp, refreshing finish of apple, melon and kiwi.",Demoiselle Premier Choix de Cuvées Brut,30,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Premier Choix de Cuvées Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-premier-choix-de-cuvees-brut-champagne-20325/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
15.2,White,US,"Rich and round on the palate, with apricot, lemon, melon, spice and herb notes at the fore. Long and bright at the end.",Estate Grown,25,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2000 Estate Grown Viognier (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2000-estate-grown-viognier-napa-oakville/,Viognier,2000,Turnbull
13.5,Red,Australia,"You get a lot for your money with this one: The earthy, meaty aromas are very promising. The flavor profile, meanwhile, is downright complete, offering a full and wholesome dose of berries and chocolate. The smooth finish fades away in proper time, with touches of bitter chocolate and espresso. It's big, but not clumsy. And what a nice mouthfeel.",,15,88,South Australia,Padthaway,,Lindemans 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1998-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-padthaway/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Lindemans
,White,US,"The first Chard from this winery in nearly a decade displays very pure, sleek fruit. Stainless-steel fermentation preserved vital apple, kiwi and lime flavors, set out against refreshing acidity. This bold wine is flavorful and zesty.",,14,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pepi 2001 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2001-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Pepi
,Red,US,"Here is a good, even-handed Pinot with clean, soft fruit flavors dominating. No hint of stem or earth; light nuances of grass, herb and spice along with soft, plummy fruit and an easy finish.",,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,King Estate
,Red,Portugal,"A big, spicy wine that layers smooth vanilla, dry tannins, and rich, ripe, powerful red fruit. The American oak used to age the Aragonês, the local name for Tinta Roriz or Tempranillo, gives the fruit just the lift it needs. —R.V.",Aragones,18,88,Alentejano,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2001 Aragones Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2001-aragones-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2001,J. Portugal Ramos
,Sparkling,Spain,"This is a bit spunkier and sweeter than its more refined big brothers. It has a fresh eggy nose, a dry apple-dominated palate, and a fresh, zippy, cleansing finish. It is a perfect apéritif or party bubbly, one with a smooth, defined character and lots of punch, but not a ton of complexity.  Best Buy. —M.S.",Brut Reserva,12,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Agustí Torelló 1999 Brut Reserva Sparkling (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-1999-brut-reserva-sparkling-penedes/,Sparkling Blend,1999,Agustí Torelló
,Rose,France,"Copper-colored, with faint aromas of rose petals and peach. Very delicate in the mouth, light and silky and dry. The flavor of extremely ripe peaches hits in the middle palate and lasts through the clean finish. A blend of Syrah and Grenache. Best Buy. —S.H.",Rose de Saignee,10,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château La Boutignane 2001 Rose de Saignee Red (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-boutignane-2001-rose-saignee-red-corbieres/,Red Blend,2001,Château La Boutignane
,White,US,"Crisp and bright, yet smooth and creamy, too. The wine serves up pretty orange, lemon, herb, toast, pear and melon flavors, finishing clean.",Estate Selection,34,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2000 Estate Selection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2000-estate-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Cuvaison
13,Red,Italy,"Toasted wheat bread, bacon and clove add interest to the nose, which is robust and loaded with black fruit. The palate is complex enough to trigger some intrigue: Cinnamon, butter and licorice support the dark fruit nicely. The finish is smoothly textured, and there's an airy quality to it. Quite meaty and solid, with a firm core. —M.S.",Riserva,17,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Banfi 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Banfi
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Aromas of lemon meringue and orange peel are pleasing. This sparkler is fresh, lively and very well balanced. A great alternative to Champagne. —C.S.",,44,88,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco NV  Franciacorta,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-del-bosco-nv-franciacorta-22752/,Champagne Blend,,Ca' del Bosco
13,Red,Italy,"A blend of 70% Sangiovese with 30% Cabernet. The nose is like a hit of pure leather bootstraps, and it just won't yield much more than that. Cherry, plum and dark chocolate flavors carry the palate, while the finish is layered with notes of meat, licorice and vanilla. Overall this is structured and tasty, a well-made, big-boned wine. —M.S.",Campaccio,24,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Terrabianca 1999 Campaccio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-1999-campaccio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1999,Terrabianca
13.7,Red,US,"Dark berry aromas are touched with cedar, char and a pleasant animal quality. White chocolate and blackberry flavors roll into a juicy, lingering finish. —C.S.",Reserve,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 1999 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-1999-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Silver Lake
14.4,White,US,"Firm and bright, yet round on the palate. The wine shows a fine blend of pear, apple, herb, hazelnut and citrus flavors. The finish is particularly grapefruit-like, long and bright.",Truchard Vineyard,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Nickel & Nickel 2000 Truchard Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-2000-truchard-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,US,"Montinore's best single-vineyard Pinot shows elegant flavors of black cherry and plum, softly woven into a smooth, sensuous wine. Good purity and persistence, and a fine, silky finish. Not as robust as the '99, but delicious. —P.G.",Graham's Block 7,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Graham's Block 7 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-grahams-block-7-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Montinore
13.6,White,US,"Ultrabuttery, with butterscotch at the fore. The wine is richly textured, but strikes a pose that is perhaps more influenced by barrel than by fruit. Pretty melon, pear and citrus notes take a back seat. Spicy on the finish.",Reserve,32,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ferrari-Carano 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,Portugal,"The immense, amazingly heavy bottle somehow goes with this big, dense wine. Concentrated, black-currant fruit and powerful tannins. Dark cherries and a hint of herbs complete the balance. Best Buy. —R.V.",Quinta da Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada,6,89,Dão,,,Dão Sul 2000 Quinta da Cabriz Colheita Seleccionada Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dao-sul-2000-quinta-da-cabriz-colheita-seleccionada-red-dao/,Red Blend,2000,Dão Sul
12,Sparkling,France,Toasted popcorn and smoked cheese blend with buttery caramel flavors. Has a soft yet complex mouthfeel and an easy finish.,Blanc des Millénaires,85,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1990 Blanc des Millénaires Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1990-blanc-millenaires-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1990,Charles Heidsieck
13.8,Red,Australia,"The bouquet is sharp and muscular, with ample leather and spice. The flavors veer toward spicy and tangy red fruit, with undertones of cinnamon and chocolate. Vanilla and Asian spices dominate the warm finish. This wine emphasizes nuance and spice over bold, lush fruit, and therefore should work well at the table.",,20,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Chalice Bridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalice-bridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chalice Bridge
,Sparkling,Spain,"The soft, attractive mildly yeasty nose leads into a pear-and-apple palate with shades of vanilla. The grapes for this wine come from vines that are at least 30 years old, and because of that there's richness and depth not offered by most other cavas. On the finish, sublime notes of melon and papaya are present. This could be Torelló's most elegant cava. —M.S.",Gran Reserva Extra Brut,16,89,Catalonia,Penedès,,Agustí Torelló 1998 Gran Reserva Extra Brut White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-1998-gran-reserva-extra-brut-white-penedes/,White Blend,1998,Agustí Torelló
,Red,Italy,"Minty in the nose, with deep aromatics. As a whole, the bouquet is assuring. Wild blackberry and dark plum fruit create a tasty palate, while the finish is more subtle. It's a bit tannic and starching, and probably too heavy and forceful to drink today. Some time will soften it up. —M.S.",Villa Antinori Riserva,65,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antinori 1998 Villa Antinori Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1998-villa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Antinori
,Red,Portugal,"The aromas are of spicy American oak, but the palate has great fruit, with flavors of chocolate, vibrant, black fruit and sweetness. To finish, there is a suggestion of herbal tea. —R.V.",,11,89,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2000 Syrah (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-alentejano/,Syrah,2000,Herdade do Esporão
12,Sparkling,France,"Perhaps past its peak, the wine is a pleasure nonetheless in so many ways. An amazingly deep rust hue, it smells distinctly of Sherry cask, with the complexity of old yeast. Elegant styling and a precise focus carry the appealing though certainly oxidized flavors all the way through a lingering finish.",Diamant Rosé,70,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 1988 Diamant Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-1988-diamant-rose-champagne-20107/,Champagne Blend,1988,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,Italy,"Intensely aromatic, this wine boasts strong hints of leather, smoke and herbs. The palate is extremely tight and tannic, with cherry, raspberry and smoked-meat flavors. Talk about a full and tannic finish; this has that and more as it almost seems to be bearing teeth. This muscular red surely needs some cellar time. Revisit it in about three years. —M.S.",Rosso,67,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Boscarelli 1999 Rosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-1999-rosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Boscarelli
13.5,White,US,"Bright, zesty Monterey fruit stars, dressed in elaborate mango and pineapple flavors. Oak adds vanilla, smoke and an unctuous, sappy texture, while lees contact does its creamy thing. This is a big-boned Chard, slightly sweet and quite spicy.",Estate,22,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2000 Estate Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2000-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Château Julien
,Sparkling,France,"Firm, bone-dry and alluring, this elegant bubbly features a stylish mix of crisp green fruits and bracing stone and mineral flavors. Steely and citric in the mouth, it's tautly strung through a poised, well-balanced finish.",Brut Réserve,11,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr NV Brut Réserve White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-nv-brut-reserve-white-alsace/,White Blend,,Pierre Sparr
,Red,Portugal,"A younger, less complex brother to the Domini Plus, this is still a finely balanced wine in its own right. The aromas are of bright purple fruits. To taste, there is vibrant fruit and finely judged acidity to balance the sweet fruit. —R.V.",Domini,15,89,Douro,,,José Maria da Fonseca 2000 Domini Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-2000-domini-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,José Maria da Fonseca
,White,US,"Richer and bigger in every respect than the winery's regular release, this is a wine on steroids. The fruit is huge and explosive, and the oak seems toastier and heavier. But size isn't everything. Lynmar's regular Chardonnay is more balanced and harmonious.",Quail Cuvee,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lynmar 1999 Quail Cuvee Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynmar-1999-quail-cuvee-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Lynmar
,White,US,"It's hard to tell the difference between this single-vineyard release and Rex Hill's reserve. It's spicy and fruity, with apple and fig flavors, with good acidity and a dry finish. It feels nice and smooth in the mouth. Both wines are good, in which case, why pay the extra money? —S.H.",Carabella Vineyard,24,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2001 Carabella Vineyard Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2001-carabella-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,Rex Hill
,Red,Portugal,"Like the Tinta Roriz from the same producer, this wine is only produced in years that are good to the Dão. The grapes are selected before fermentation and aging for 11 months in French oak. The result is spicy and dusty, with big, juicy black fruit and layers of dryness and pepper. The spicy wood element gives complexity but does not dominate. —R.V.",,22,89,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2000 Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2000-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,2000,Quinta dos Roques
,White,US,"Much lighter and brighter that the Rustridge bottling, with pure, focused aromas of tropical fruits, limes and ripe peaches. In the mouth, it shines with crisp acidity and deep flavors, accented by oak and lees. This is a first-rate Chard and very typical of its region.",Ochoa,29,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Spelletich Cellars 2000 Ochoa Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-2000-ochoa-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Spelletich Cellars
,White,US,"Fairly bursting with mandarin orange and lemon lime flavors, the wine serves up pleasing medley of bright texture and vivid fruit. Long at the end.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Trentadue 2000 Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trentadue-2000-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2000,Trentadue
,White,US,"Here is a solid, Oregon style Pinot Gris, with lots of rich, ripe pear and apple-flavored fruit. There is a sweet butterscotch tilt to the back end, making for an unusually rich, almost tropical finish. Best Buy. —P.G.",,15,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2001 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Chehalem
14.5,Red,Australia,"Some tasters may find the blatant American oak too much; others will love its soft, toasty qualities. Underneath all of the vanilla is solid briary fruit and a rough, rustic finish that needs six months of bottle age to smooth out.",,18,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2001 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2001,Evans & Tate
,White,US,,,15,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2001 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2001-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2001,Ponzi
12,Sparkling,France,"Smooth and supple, this wine has some pleasing scents and flavors of toasty, roasted hazelnuts and light lime. The flavors are balanced and creamy, bringing plenty of punch through the back palate and into a fine, seamless finish. Perfect for near-term drinking.",Extra Cuvée de Réserve Brut,30,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger NV Extra Cuvée de Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-nv-extra-cuvee-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pol Roger
12,Sparkling,France,"Spicy clove introduces this fairly tight, compact bottling. Firm fruit flavors of white peach and light pear are here, along with that streak of peppery spice leading into a well-rounded finish.",Brut,59,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pol Roger
,Red,Portugal,,Fronteira Reserva,,89,Douro,,,Companhia das Quintas 1999 Fronteira Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-1999-fronteira-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Companhia das Quintas
,Red,US,"The winery holds back the Otis bottling, which has proven itself an exceptionally long-lived wine over the past two decades. This is now beginning to integrate the distinctive Otis range of herbs, spices and old viney fruit. Tart, leafy and minerally, it has a persistent, elusive power that unfolds over time. —P.G.",Otis Vineyard,26,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1997 Otis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-otis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Columbia Winery
,White,US,"Well balanced, with firm acidity and a supple yet focused blend of pear, melon, citrus, apple, herb and toast flavors.",Ricci Vineyard,21,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Geyser Peak 2000 Ricci Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-ricci-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Geyser Peak
13.5,Red,Italy,"Attractive in the nose, with typical and traditional aromas of cherry and underbrush. Mild oak adds some vanilla to the cherry-laden palate, which also offers a fine touch of cinnamon. The finish is round and modestly tannic. All in all this one comes real close to the bull's eye. It's solid and largely complete. Best Buy. —M.S.",,12,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Riseccoli 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-riseccoli-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Tenuta di Riseccoli
,Sparkling,Spain,"This is an austere, uncommon wine made entirely from Macabeo. The nose offers baked apple and bread dough, which is followed by green apple and melon flavors and a touch of smoky dryness. It's an agile wine with a dry, snappy finish that offers some lime and talc. —M.S.",Barrica Reserva Extra Brut,25,89,Catalonia,Penedès,,Agustí Torelló 1999 Barrica Reserva Extra Brut Macabeo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agusti-torello-1999-barrica-reserva-extra-brut-spanish-white-macabeo-penedes/,Macabeo,1999,Agustí Torelló
,Red,Portugal,"This is one of the wines made by Caves Aliança using Bordeaux's Michel Rolland as consultant. It has all the hallmarks of a Rolland wine: a smooth, polished purple color; soft, rich new wood flavors with dark tannins, and firm, juicy fruits. But it is an international wine, missing a regional identity. It gets high marks for craftsmanship, not so high for individuality. —R.V.",Quinta das Baceladas Single Estate,26,89,Beiras,,,Caves Aliança 1999 Quinta das Baceladas Single Estate Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1999-quinta-das-baceladas-single-estate-red-beiras/,Red Blend,1999,Caves Aliança
,Red,US,"DuBrul is a rising star vineyard whose grapes have found their way into a dozen or more boutique winery bottlings; this is the first from Caterina. Tasty and sweetly scented with plum, cherry and red fruits, it's deceptively simple, a bit unfocused at first. Yet hours later, it has gathered itself together into a deeper, more satisfying wine. 208 cases made. —P.G.",DuBrul Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Caterina 1999 DuBrul Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1999-dubrul-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Caterina
,White,US,"Shows exotic aromas but some restraint as well. Peach, melon, apple and spice notes form the core, with a mineral edge. Sleek and elegant.",Mt. Harlan Estate,36,89,California,Central Coast,Mt. Harlan,Calera 2001 Mt. Harlan Estate Viognier (Mt. Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2001-mt-harlan-estate-viognier-central-coast-mt-harlan/,Viognier,2001,Calera
,Sparkling,France,"Gosset puts out a handsome package, and gives their reserve bottling five full years en tirage. The result is a rich, textured and appealing nose loaded with fruits, toast, nuts and vanilla components. Ripe and doughy, it's held together well with medium weight and a tangy, yeasty finish.",Grande Réserve Brut,60,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grande Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grande-reserve-brut-champagne-22039/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
12.5,Red,Italy,"Here's a Tuscan red that's racy and lean, a pure shot of cherry and cranberry fruit with little else mucking it up. The nose has a hint of tree bark and cola in addition to expressive red fruit, while the palate is all zippy cherries, vanilla and pepper. Almost certainly a winner with food due to its streamlined body, which features racy acids. —M.S.",Pomino Rosso,25,89,Tuscany,Pomino,,Frescobaldi 1999 Pomino Rosso Sangiovese (Pomino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1999-pomino-rosso-sangiovese-pomino/,Sangiovese,1999,Frescobaldi
,Red,US,"Tasty single-vineyard Cabernet from Rutherford. You will be zonked by the intensity of flavors. Black currants, plums, coffee, tobacco and spices are all framed in well-smoked oak. Deep and long, with an impressive finish. One drawback is excessively soft acidity. —S.H.",Tietjen Vineyard,55,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1999 Tietjen Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1999-tietjen-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Monticello Vineyards
,Red,Italy,"The label is from San Fabiano Calcinaia, and the wine opens with clean berry aromas and plenty of oak. The palate is overtly fruity, with bright cherry and blueberry flavors. The finish brings back some of that powerful oak from the nose, and you taste mocha and coffee as a result. Well balanced, so the whole sings louder than the parts. —M.S.",Riserva Cellole,31,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Fabiano Calcinaia 1998 Riserva Cellole  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-calcinaia-1998-riserva-cellole-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,San Fabiano Calcinaia
14.1,Red,US,"Sangiovese is a tough grape to grow in California. The Staglins do a creditable job with this difficult variety. The nose is very floral with lavender, roses and wild berries. Raspberry and vanilla flavors end in a bright juicy finish that is soft and full of fruit. Only 105 cases produded",Stagliano,65,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 2000 Stagliano Sangiovese (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-2000-stagliano-sangiovese-napa-rutherford/,Sangiovese,2000,Staglin
,Red,Portugal,"The Marquês de Borba is João Portugal Ramos's uncle, so the name and the fame has stayed in the family. This is one of the cult wines of Portugal, but the style is definitely old-fashioned, an interesting contrast to the other wines from this entirely new winery. Its smooth fruit and tarry, dry layers give it great strength and power, yielding a great partner for rich foods.",Marquês de Borba Reserva,45,89,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 2000 Marquês de Borba Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-2000-marques-borba-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,2000,J. Portugal Ramos
14.4,Red,US,"L'Ecole is known for making powerful, explosive wines—and that's just the whites. This is a potent blend of black cherry and cassis, with lots of deep, toasty, roasted espresso flavors reminiscent of Aussie Shiraz. —P.G.",Seven Hills Vineyard,35,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2000 Seven Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2000-seven-hills-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,2000,L'Ecole No. 41
,Sparkling,France,"Their regular brut is just a touch sweeter than average, so the ultra brut seems a bit less, well, brutish than some others. Austere, certainly, but with plenty of crisp, fresh citrus fruit and a bit of vanilla custard. Screams for raw oysters.",Cuvée Ultra Brut,40,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Ultra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-cuvee-ultra-brut-champagne-22040/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
14,Red,Australia,"Black fruit, spiced meats and overt wood tones set the stage for a traditional Cabernet palate of cassis, blackberry, clove and anise. The finish is fully tannic but not harsh, and tasty well-applied oak comes on late with the taste of coffee. This wine has plenty of merits, most of all its impeccable balance.",Hill of Gold,19,89,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 2000 Hill of Gold Cabernet Sauvignon (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-hill-gold-cabernet-sauvignon-mudgee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Rosemount
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Pommery acknowledges the Royal as the synthesis of the house style; it is blended equally of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, and has a distinct pungency that suggests a whiff of a sea breeze. The fruit stays close to the citrus-lemon axis, and the mouthfeel opens up with a pleasing creaminess.",Brut Royal,33,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Royal  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-royal-champagne-19723/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
13,Red,Australia,"Simple aromas of fresh fruit and oak do nothing to turn you away from this brambly, spicy Cabernet. Solid berry fruit flows across the palate, with super spicy oak forming the basis of the persistent finish, which gives off ample vanilla as well. More open than tight. Drink sooner than later.",,18,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Simon Hackett
12,Sparkling,France,"Dusty, bready aromas are somewhat mute, and the mouthfeel on the sharp side—this Champagne is just not ready to come out of the cellar. Still, it has nice pinapple, ginger and brioche flavors and a lingering finish. Revisit it in 5 or 10 years.",Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill Brut,166,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 1993 Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-1993-cuvee-sir-winston-churchill-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Pol Roger
14,White,US,"A pleasing blend of spice, apricot, apple and floral notes. Lush yet bright, the wine serves up plenty of fun with its flavors. Lemony on the finish.",Zaca Vineyards,15,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Zaca Mesa 2000 Zaca Vineyards Viognier (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2000-vineyards-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Viognier,2000,Zaca Mesa
14,Red,Australia,"Distinct black, earthy aromas cloak sweet caramel and pastry notes underneath. The palate offers a roller-coaster ride of high-toned jammy fruit at the front that settles into understated roasted fruit, _mocha and oak notes on the finish. The final impression is one of menthol and dry tannins.",Vintage Blend,30,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Penley Estate 1998 Vintage Blend Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-1998-vintage-blend-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1998,Penley Estate
,Red,US,"A powerful wine, built upon ripe, fat berry-cherry fruit. It's nicely framed with oak; juicy and delicious, yet certainly ageworthy. 190 cases made. —P.G.",Willard Family Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Caterina 1999 Willard Family Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1999-willard-family-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1999,Caterina
,Red,US,"Ray Sandidge is the talented winemaker for Kestrel; for his own label he specializes in Syrah, sourcing fruit from top Yakima Valley sites, such as Minick. This delicious bottle showcases young, sappy fruit, plenty of tart acid, well-managed tannins and a light touch with the oak. 486 cases made. —P.G.",Minick Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,C.R. Sandidge 2000 Minick Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cr-sandidge-2000-minick-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,C.R. Sandidge
,White,US,"Focus is what this wine is all about. The tropical fruit flavors are pinpointed. The acids are bright and sharp. The oaky overlay is spicy and pungent, and the finish is long and clean.",Limited Release,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 1999 Limited Release Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1999-limited-release-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Meridian
,White,US,"This smooth, fruity wine is great fun. It offers up a blast of spiced apple, pear and fig flavors that are fruity-sweet, although the finish is nice and dry. The texture is creamy smooth. Try as an alternative to Chardonnay. —S.H.",Reserve,18,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2001 Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2001-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,Rex Hill
13,Red,Australia,"The wine is 80% from McLaren Vale vineyards, and it's chunky with mild hints of tomato both in the nose and on the palate. Otherwise it's full of red-berry fruit, and the finish features a hefty dose of oak-based vanillin and coffee. Aggressive and racy; probably best with food.",The High Trellis,18,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2000 The High Trellis Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2000-high-trellis-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,D'Arenberg
,Red,Portugal,"This is Cabernet Sauvignon fermented in lagares. The result has great depth, from the purple color to the ripe but dry fruit and firm tannins alongside modern wood and black fruit. Overall, it is a solid, chunky wine. —R.V.",Capucho,20,88,Ribatejo,,,Quinta do Casal Branco 1999 Capucho Cabernet Sauvignon (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-casal-branco-1999-capucho-cabernet-sauvignon-ribatejo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Quinta do Casal Branco
11.5,Sparkling,France,"The Grandin comes on strong with big, profuse bubbles, a rich straw-gold color, and full-throttle scents of flowers, yeast, light citrus and a hint of smoke. It rolls happily into a fruity mouthful of juicy, front-loaded flavor. Th-th-that's all, folks. The finish is short and distinctly metallic.",Brut,12,86,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandin NV Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandin-nv-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux-19998/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandin
13,Red,Australia,"Juicy fruit and tasty, overt American oak mark this lithe red. Like inexpensive Aussie Shiraz, this is about upfront flavor and smooth texture. Though comprised of the two major Bordeaux grapes, this is not complex or for cellaring, but will provide good easy drinking over the next year or two.",,16,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Cheviot Bridge 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheviot-bridge-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Cheviot Bridge
,Red,Australia,"Has a lot going for it, from the rich, dark color to the savory plum and tobacco flavors to the soft, detailed tannins. Dry and straightforward, a little too soft in acids, but a nice glass of red.",,10,85,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Reynolds 2001 Merlot (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2001-merlot-new-south-wales/,Merlot,2001,Reynolds
11.5,White,Spain,"An enticing nose of vanilla-cream, toast, red delicious apple, mown hay and wet, dark earth. The frothy, mouthwatering body holds a bit of tart apple and toast. Finishes long with an enjoyable touch of toast, if you can get past the acidity that will cut through any dish. —K.F.",Brut Zero - Brut Reserva,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellblanch NV Brut Zero - Brut Reserva White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellblanch-nv-brut-zero-brut-reserva-white-cava/,White Blend,,Castellblanch
,Red,Australia,"The nose is oaky and a bit weedy—we'll call it minty to be nice. Raspberry and red currant comprise the flavors. While it's clean, it is not terribly impressive. The quick take is that it's zippy and nice. But further evaluation reveals some veggie notes.",Patrick,40,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Heathfield Ridge 1997 Patrick Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathfield-ridge-1997-patrick-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Heathfield Ridge
12.5,White,US,"Simple and fruity, with peach and apple flavors and a touch of oak. Basically dry, but the finish is very ripe and honeyed. Acids are okay, making this a nice, inexpensive sipper.",Barrel Aged,7,84,California,Napa,Napa County,Coastal Ridge 2000 Barrel Aged Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2000-barrel-aged-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Coastal Ridge
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The sweet, smooth nose is very basic—some might say nondescript. Some lemony flavors are touched up by ample spice, while the finish is dry and the mouthfeel, like the Brut Nature, is flat as a Midwestern highway. Decent flavors but nothing much beyond that. —M.S.",Brut,11,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Bohigas 1999 Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bohigas-1999-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,1999,Bohigas
14,Red,Australia,"Black fruit and some road tar comprise the potent, dark nose. Sweet black-cherry flavors follow, with a long sultry finish closing the program. The feel is soft and dense, and the fruit quality is good but not stunning.","Cabernet, Shiraz, Merlot",18,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,"Mak 2000 Cabernet, Shiraz, Merlot Red (Coonawarra)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mak-2000-cabernet-shiraz-merlot-red-coonawarra/,Red Blend,2000,Mak
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Made in a bone-dry style, this lean sparkler carries a fair amount of SO2, which slowly blows off to reveal a hard, tart, steely wine resembling an ultra brut. It is elegant and austere, best suited to accompany salty appetizers. —P.G.",Aria Estate Brut,12,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-brut-cava-20111/,Champagne Blend,,Segura Viudas
13.5,Red,Australia,"The bouquet is sort of thin and odd, with herbal notes   as well as molasses. Chocolate-covered strawberries is the flavor memory triggered by the oaky palate, and the finish veers toward bitter. With only modest acidity, this one comes off heavy and flat.",Ripe Red,10,84,New South Wales,Orange,,Logan Australia 1998 Ripe Red Red (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logan-australia-1998-ripe-red-orange/,Red Blend,1998,Logan Australia
,Red,Italy,"This by-the-glass performer is spicy and decent, with some oak-driven maple aromas coming up late. It's more or less a simple fruit ball that delivers ample raspberry and cherry flavors. Spice on the finish provides some needed character. —M.S.",,8,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monte Antico 2000 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-antico-2000-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2000,Monte Antico
,Sparkling,France,"Mumm's ever-popular best seller is very dry and rough this year. It feels scouring on the palate, like steel wool. The flavors are austere and lemony, and the finish is bitter and acidic.",Cordon Rouge Brut,30,84,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Cordon Rouge Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-cordon-rouge-brut-champagne-22413/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
,White,US,"Soft, fruity and pretty sweet, with very ripe flavors of peach, apple and pear. A honeyed softness coats the palate and makes the wine drink with sorbet-like richness.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2001 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2001,EOS
,Red,Portugal,"The initial impression of generous fruit, and flavors of wood and black raisins are spoiled by dryness and bitterness on the finish. —R.V.",Alianca Floral Reserva,7,84,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 1999 Alianca Floral Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1999-floral-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Caves Aliança
12.5,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is a bit dull, with grapey aromas, some hay and some leather. The palate isn't that intense, with apple skin and plum flavors, and the finish is simple. —M.S.",Riserva,18,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellani 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castellani
,Red,Italy,"The opening aromas are not terribly concentrated or rich; they're more like field scents backed by mild red fruit. Thin raspberry flavors run the palate prior to a dry, light finish with some dried and bitter cherry flavors. Simple. —M.S.",,13,84,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Burchino 1999  Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burchino-1999-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,1999,Burchino
,Red,Australia,"The initial impression from the bouquet is that you are in the middle of a barnyard. Fruit just isn't part of the aromatic show. Cherry and leather dominate the palate, which has ample tannic grip and the full allotment of spiciness. Unfortunately, however, it doesn't sing as a whole.",Red Earth Cabernet,11,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Gullin Landscape 1999 Red Earth Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gullin-landscape-1999-red-earth-cabernet-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gullin Landscape
13,Red,Italy,"Opaque in color and deep in the nose; based on this you hope for a bit more once the wine hits your palate. But it's hard as nails, with tannins that strike like a sledgehammer. The tannic structure is monstrous, and the feel of those tannins overwhelms the tasty black cherry and black olive flavors. —M.S.",Le Masse di Greve,19,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Guarnieri 1999 Le Masse di Greve  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarnieri-1999-le-masse-greve-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Guarnieri
,Red,Portugal,"The inexpensive brand from Esporão is a forward, fruity combination of spicy, peppery fruit with light tannins and pleasant acidity. —R.V.",Monte Velho Tinto,6,84,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2001 Monte Velho Tinto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2001-monte-velho-tinto-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2001,Herdade do Esporão
13,Red,Australia,"Some sweet cherry aromas lead into a tight and tart palate with simple but fresh cherry and raspberry fruit. The wine is mildly sour and acidic, but it is also impeccably fresh and inoffensive.",Red Label,12,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2000 Red Label Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2000-red-label-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Wolf Blass
,White,US,"Pretty thin, with watery flavors barely suggesting the apples and peaches of Chardonnay. That leaves a dominant mouthfeel of alcohol and acidity. It's almost Muscadet-like in its leanness. Try it with crab or oysters.",Gabriella Ranch,11,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,VJB 2000 Gabriella Ranch Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2000-gabriella-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,VJB
,White,US,"Here's an everyday Chard that's simple in its apple and pear flavors, with an overlay of spicy, smoky oak. It's dry and clean, with some richness in the finish.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Butterfield Station
13.7,White,US,"A refreshing, sweet white sipper chock full of juicy pear, peach, tangerine and apple flavors, and even a little mango for fans of tropical fruit. It's soft and clean, and the oaky nuances last into the finish.",,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Napa Ridge
12.5,White,US,"True to its word, oak rules, with burnt wood aromas and toasted oak flavors. There's not a lot of fruit, but it's a dry, clean wine, with the round, apple-like character that consumers want.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Forest Glen
13.8,White,US,"Made in the house style, which emphasizes leanness and varietal flavor. In this case, the flavors are of lemons and limes, very dry and tart. The sharp edges are mouthwatering. If you're looking for a big, oaky Chard, go elsewhere.",Handley Vineyard,19,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 2000 Handley Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Handley
,Red,US,"Thin for a '99, with modest black currant, plum, tobacco and earthy flavors and a little bit of oak. The tannins are pretty puckery, although the acids feel low and soft. —S.H.",,14,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rutherford Ranch
13.9,Red,US,"The aromas of coffee and tree bark have a hint of red fruit that comes through more on the palate. The mouthfeel is a little thin and short on the finish, making for a simple, easy-to-drink Cab. —C.S.",,26,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Silvan Ridge
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This bubby isn't technically cava, but it tastes a lot like standard cava. It's heady and yeasty, with dusty popcorn and bread dough aromas. The lemony palate is on the thin side, as is the tight, lean finish. A decent palate prep or cleanser, depending on how you approach it. —M.S.",Brut,5,84,Spain Other,Spain,,Viña Carossa NV Brut White (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-carossa-nv-brut-white-other/,White Blend,,Viña Carossa
13.2,Red,US,"An astoundingly low 12.9% alcohol may account for why it feels so light in the mouth. Out-of-the-bottle volatility on the nose subsides and reveals strawberry and oak aromas. Light red fruit, mushroom, soy and oak flavors are hardly typical of Cabernet, but it's generic enough to be a decent party pour. —D.M",,16,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,E. B. Foote
,Red,US,"This is an example of wonderful winemaking on fruit that's been spread too thin. It has splendid tannins, wonderfully supportive acidity and a fine overlay of spicy, toasty oak, but the fruit has been diluted, possibly due to overcropping. The blackberry flavors are thin and watered down. —S.H.",,19,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,Red,Australia,"A short, simple wine with a basic mix of berries. Sweet raspberry and cherry make up the flavor profile, and the finish is ultrasweet but preserved by firm acids. It's a bit like candy, but not cloyingly so.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Fiddlers Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fiddlers-creek-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Fiddlers Creek
13,Red,US,"The only place this variety works is in Italy. Napa Valley struggles with it and the Northwest should grow something else. The aromas are very gamy, with barnyard and fresh hay. There is some red raspberry fruit and a touch of oak, also a sharp finish. —C.S.",,30,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 1999 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,1999,Three Rivers
,White,US,"Pretty sweet, like the juice from canned peaches and grapefruit. Decent acidity makes it lively, and the finish is fruity and rich.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Zaca Mesa 2001 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2001-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2001,Zaca Mesa
13,Red,Australia,"The nose begins a bit wet and dirty, but some of that funk blows off, leaving the scent of wintergreen and dried cherries. The mouthfeel is bulky, while the flavors are mostly driven by sweet cherry. The finish is woody, and slightly vegetal.",Bin 444,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2000 Bin 444 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2000-bin-444-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Wyndham Estate
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"With twice the residual sugar as the brut, this is still quite dry and austere. Some tidbits of flavor suggest honey and pineapple. Clean, refreshing finish. —P.G.",Aria - Estate Extra Dry,12,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria - Estate Extra Dry  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-extra-dry-cava-20208/,Champagne Blend,,Segura Viudas
13,Red,Australia,"Sharp aromas, something similar to thistles on a hot day, start it off. The cherry and raspberry fruit that spreads across the acidic palate is sort of lackluster and light. Some bacon fat bulks up the light finish.",Nottage Hill,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2000 Nottage Hill Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2000-nottage-hill-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2000,Hardys
,Red,Australia,"A very dark and young wine that opens with the aroma of blackberries and chocolate but also an odd note of cooked green vegetables. It's disjointed in the mouth, with ripe berry flavors and upfront tannins, and a jolt of sweetness through the finish.",,22,84,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 1998 Merlot (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-1998-merlot-eden-valley/,Merlot,1998,Heggies Vineyard
14.5,White,US,"From the inland Redwood Valley, this is an easy-drinking wine. Flavors of apples and peaches are a little oaky, with adequate acids and a short, clean finish.",Lolonis Vineyard,33,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,J.J. Mchale 2000 Lolonis Vineyard Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jj-mchale-2000-lolonis-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,J.J. Mchale
,White,US,"This is a wine that obviously comes from superior grapes, to judge by the excellent flavors and fine tannins. What's disturbing is its excessive sweetness. It's almost a dessert wine. Buy it if you like a sugary-simple white.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Helena 2001 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-helena-2001-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2001,Villa Helena
12.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The soda-like nose is simpler than it is captivating. The palate provides some citrus and tropical fruit, but it's borderline tart, too. The finish is dry and crisp, but the mouthfeel seems flatter than it should be. —M.S.",Brut Nature-Reserva Limitada,12,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Bohigas 1999 Brut Nature-Reserva Limitada Chardonnay (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bohigas-1999-brut-nature-reserva-limitada-chardonnay-cava/,Chardonnay,1999,Bohigas
,White,US,"This wine saw plenty of new French oak—it is steeped in scents of wood and butter—and the flavors inevitably conjure up Bourbon rather than wine. Tropical fruit is in there, but can't begin to take on all the wood and alcohol. —P.G.",Connor Lee Vineyard,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2000 Connor Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2000-connor-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Arbor Crest
,Sparkling,Germany,"This is very fizzy, with broad, fairly flat flavors, beery and kind of clunky. It's lean, and shows a bit of light citrus and not much else. —P.G.",Juwel - Brut,15,84,Nahe,,,Adelseck NV Juwel - Brut Riesling (Nahe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelseck-nv-juwel-brut-riesling-nahe/,Riesling,,Adelseck
12,White,France,"A disappointment compared with the other bubblies in this value line. Despite the reserve designation, the wine fails to offer the richness and complexity of its siblings. A beery front end runs into a hollow middle, and there is a hint of sugar at the finish line.",Reserve Blanc de Blancs Brut,9,84,France Other,France,,Charles de Fère NV Reserve Blanc de Blancs Brut  (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-reserve-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Charles de Fère
13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is charred and mildly funky. Even with time to air out it's still very oaky. The palate, meanwhile, is a bit bland despite the fact that it's packed with the flavor of wild berries. The finish is drying due to heavy tannins, and while it delivers a punch, there aren't any of the balancing nuances that could potentially make it more pleasing. —M.S.",RosSole,16,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Borgo Salcetino 1998 RosSole  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-salcetino-1998-rossole-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Borgo Salcetino
13,Red,Italy,"Among all the Sangiovese from Tuscany, this blend of Cabernet Franc, Cab Sauvignon and Merlot seems a bit out of place. It has all the requisite leafy, earthy, spicy characteristics that come courtesy of Cab Franc, but it is also extremely light and airy in the body. To this reviewer it didn't sing, but fans of dry, spicy reds, like Chinon from France, might find more in it. —M.S.",Vivaldaia,16,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 1998 Vivaldaia Cabernet Franc (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-1998-vivaldaia-cabernet-franc-toscana/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Villa Pillo
13,Red,Australia,"The nose is quite oaky, offering bacon and also some tomato. Raspberry fruit is dominant, that and some seriously drying oak. The finish has coffee notes and yet more woodiness. All in all this wine is adequate, but like the quiet kid in the corner, it makes no noise and is hard to notice.","Shiraz, Cabernet, Merlot",17,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,"Glendonbrook 2001 Shiraz, Cabernet, Merlot Red (Hunter Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glendonbrook-2001-shiraz-cabernet-merlot-red-hunter-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Glendonbrook
,Sparkling,Spain,"The nose is bright, bordering on sharp. It carries a note of medicine, yeast and even celery. Lemon, orange and melon flavors work well together, and it as a whole it seems to be snappy and fresh at all points. —M.S.",Carta Nevada Brut,7,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-cava-21954/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13.7,White,US,"The sweet, pleasant nose has plenty of citrus and tropical fruit. One whiff gets you excited. But the palate is nonexpressive, offering just the basics in terms of apples and spice. The finish, meanwhile, turns round and heavy, with no acid backbone to speak of. In the end you wind up wondering what happened to the promise of the bouquet. —M.S.",,11,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Hinman 2001 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hinman-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,Hinman
13.6,Red,US,"Aromas of green olives, wet dirt and a dash of pepper makes one speculate, “Where's the fruit?” Some can be found on the palate in the form of red berries mixed with vanilla, but for the most part this is a soil-driven Merlot that is a bit too tart and tannic on the finish. —C.S.",,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pend d'Oreille 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Pend d'Oreille
13.8,White,US,"A drinkable, simple wine, with appley-fruity flavors and oaky notes. It's a little sweet and soft, and feels thick in the mouth.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2001 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,McManis
12,Sparkling,Spain,"This is an extremely dry, yeasty cava that is enlivened with subtle scents of clove and clover. As with the other wines from this well-known cava producer, the style is lean, lean, lean.",Brut Reserva,10,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
,White,US,"From a little-known grape sometimes used in French Muscadet, this is a strong, tart wine, with pronounced citrus flavors. The acidity is scouring, with no apparent oak at all, and the finish is slightly sweet and lemony.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 2000 Monte Rosso Vineyard Folle Blanche (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2000-monte-rosso-vineyard-other-white-folle-blanche-sonoma-valley/,Folle Blanche,2000,Louis M. Martini
,Red,Portugal,"A light, perfumed wine, with fresh red fruits and soft tannins. It is attractive and ripe, but lightweight. —R.V.",Herdade de Santa Marta,8,84,Alentejano,,,J.P. Vinhos 1999 Herdade de Santa Marta Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-1999-herdade-santa-marta-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1999,J.P. Vinhos
13.5,Red,Italy,"Very woody, with distinct aromas of vanilla and sawdust. The tight-knit palate has hidden black fruit and lots of bitter chocolate, the latter courtesy of some heavy barrel char. If the dark elements of barrel aging; i.e., charcoal and espresso, turn you on, then give this a go. But if not, the advice here is probably to steer clear. —M.S.",,15,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Corti 2000  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-corti-2000-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,Le Corti
13,White,US,"Sweet oak and butterscotch lead the charge. The wine serves up ripe melon and apple flavors, but is slightly cloying on the finish.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lake Sonoma
12.5,Red,US,Sweet aromas of vanilla and creamy butter are accented by a hint of red pepper. The flavors of raspberry and milk chocolate are lean and finish unevenly. —C.S.,Reserve,27,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,La Garza 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garza-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,La Garza
13.5,Red,Italy,"Herbal and woody aromas make up the nose, which also carries a strong hint of black olives. Basic plum and cherry fruit carries the flavor profile, and when it comes to the finish things turn decidedly lean and acidic. Decent for quaffing but not much more than that. —M.S.",Estate Bottled,16,84,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Villa Pillo 1998 Estate Bottled Merlot (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-1998-estate-bottled-merlot-tuscany/,Merlot,1998,Villa Pillo
11,Sparkling,France,"Extremely light and yeasty, there are subtle whiffs of baked apple and sweet cracker in the nose, but no real weight in the mouth. Neutral green-apple fruit and a pleasantly beery finish, with just a hint of bitterness.",Brut - Blanc de Blancs,10,84,France Other,France,,Veuve du Vernay NV Brut - Blanc de Blancs  (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-vernay-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve du Vernay
12,White,Italy,. Just what you would expect from a $7 Pinot Grigio. Pleasant citrus and peach aromas and flavors are accented with a touch of almond. A crisp and simple wine.,,7,84,,Delle Venezie,,Zonin 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Zonin
,White,US,"This is hot-country Chard spiced up with strong oak that makes it awkwardly flamboyant. Peach syrup and nectarine flavors are tarted up with ginger, cinnamon and pepper, wrapped in rustic tannins. The flavors are tasty but it lacks balance and harmony.",Moonlight Sonata,24,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hunt Cellars 2000 Moonlight Sonata Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2000-moonlight-sonata-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Hunt Cellars
12.7,Red,Australia,"Piercing in the nose, with wood spice and herbal notes. The raspberry flavor is rather high toned, while the finish is a touch acidic and short, with overt oak that isn't fully integrated. The final impression is a touch hot and tart.",,16,84,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heathfield Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathfield-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Heathfield Ridge
13,Red,Australia,"Less overtly sweet than much modest Aussie Shiraz, this shows good fruit with a touch of earthiness and a hint of structure. The fairly high acidity and angular character makes this more food-friendly than many. It even shows some back-end edge. Drink now, with food rather than as a glugger.",,16,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Cheviot Bridge 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheviot-bridge-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Cheviot Bridge
13,Red,Australia,"The nose is tight, with some tobacco, leather and green bean poking through. Cherry and chocolate flavors lead into a dry palate. The early impression beats the lasting one, making it solid but unspectacular",The Real Taste of Australia,7,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Cockatoo Ridge 2000 The Real Taste of Australia Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockatoo-ridge-2000-real-taste-australia-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Cockatoo Ridge
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Thin aromas of citrus, hay and toast are matched to watery lemon and grass flavors. The biting acidity leads to a dry finish that hints at toast, but falls short. This lacks the depth and the richness I anticipated. —K.F.",Brut Nature Vintage,12,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Cristalino 1998 Brut Nature Vintage Chardonnay (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-1998-brut-nature-vintage-chardonnay-cava/,Chardonnay,1998,Cristalino
13,Red,Italy,"It seems like this 100% Sangiovese has just missed the ripeness target because while it has a solid structure and a nice mouthfeel, it also has an unwanted green streak in the nose and throughout the palate and finish. So while there's modest cassis and plum fruit, there's also strong flavors and aromas of green tobacco and pole beans. —M.S.",Tosco Forte,18,84,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Castello di Poppiano 2000 Tosco Forte Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2000-tosco-forte-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,2000,Castello di Poppiano
,Red,Portugal,"This has long been the best-known wine from the Dão. Good, simple ripe fruit and spicy, toasty wood flavors make it an easy wine. Finishes with soft tannins and plenty of attractive red-berry fruit. —R.V.",Duque de Viseu,11,85,Dão,,,Sogrape 1999 Duque de Viseu Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1999-duque-de-viseu-red-dao/,Red Blend,1999,Sogrape
,Red,Australia,"Jammy and rich, this dry wine has some hefty tannins, but can be enjoyed now with big foods. It's simple and direct and tart and straightforward, a clean wine with flavors of blackberries.",,7,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rothbury Estate 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rothbury-estate-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Rothbury Estate
13,Red,Australia,"At 90% Cabernet, this wine is pitch black in color, with mustard seed, leather and violets making up the intriguing bouquet. Black cherry is the predominant flavor on the juicy, acid-packed palate. The finish is quite dry, with ample oak and beefy tannins.",Show Reserve,15,85,New South Wales,Riverina,,Warburn 2000 Show Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warburn-2000-show-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-riverina/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Warburn
13,Red,Italy,"Floral aromas carry with them touches of apricot and strawberry. The palate is loaded with bright raspberry and cherry fruit, and the finish is broad and mildly oaked, but not too much so. It's a tad candied and somewhat short of substance, but it seems to have what it takes to appeal to a wide audience. Best Buy. —M.S.",,11,85,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Pietrafitta 2000  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-2000-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2000,Pietrafitta
13.3,Red,US,"A rustic, red-fruited wine that is more reminiscent of an Italian variety than its French name suggests. Medium-bodied in the mouth, the fruit is accessorized with green tobacco and brown earthy flavors. The finish carries a touch of medicinal heat on the very end. —D.M.",,16,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Pend d'Oreille 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pend-doreille-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Pend d'Oreille
,Sparkling,France,"A somewhat sweaty nose conjures up fresh mushrooms along with yeasty cherry fruit. Not much weight to the wine in this bottle; it finishes up quickly and very dry, as if in a bit of a hurry.",Brut Rosé,30,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Paul Goerg NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-goerg-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Paul Goerg
12.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes like a decent inexpensive Cabernet, with black-currant flavors and soft, easy tannins. It's also soft in acids, but the flavors are pretty and the wine is pleasant to sip. —S.H.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,McManis 2001 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2001-merlot-other/,Merlot,2001,McManis
,Red,Portugal,"“Tradition” is its name, and traditional is its style. This is an old-fashioned wine, with overripe fruit and soft tannins, plus spicy wood from aging in American oak. —R.V.",Tradicao,6,85,Palmela,,,Companhia das Quintas 2000 Tradicao Red (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2000-tradicao-red-palmela/,Red Blend,2000,Companhia das Quintas
13,White,US,"This is a pleasant, simple wine with typical pear flavors and some texture from aging on the lees. —P.G.",Wetzel Family Estate - Single Cluster,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2001 Wetzel Family Estate - Single Cluster Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2001-wetzel-family-estate-single-cluster-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2001,Château Bianca
,White,US,"Napa and Sonoma fruit shares the spotlight with Lodi grapes to produce this soft, simple wine. Filled with summery, appley sweetness, it's spicy-peppery clean, with a honeyed finish that tastes like vanilla custard.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Cartlidge & Browne 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Cartlidge & Browne
13.5,Red,Australia,"This mix of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cab Franc is a bit earthy and brambly, with just a hint of sweaty leather adding character. Plum and cherry fruit offers some sweetness to the palate but there's also a hint of tomato. Mild oak and moderate persistence to the finish seal it.",The Blend,15,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 The Blend Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1998-blend-red-coonawarra/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Balnaves of Coonawarra
13,White,US,"Avila is a new line from Laetitia and Barnwood wineries, and one that fills the important niche of affordable varietal wines. This lean Chard brims with bright flavors of lemons and grapefruits, but an overlay of oak adds richness. Intense acidity makes the wine's finish clean and zesty.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Avila 2000 Chardonnay (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Avila
,White,US,"If you're not sure what a California Marsanne is supposed to taste like, don't worry. Nobody else is, either. This one is full of   peach and white chocolate flavors, and has a little bit of sugar. Fortunately, good acidity creates balance. The finish is clean and candied.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2001 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Marsanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2001-purisima-mountain-vineyard-marsanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Marsanne,2001,Beckmen
13.5,Red,Australia,"Inky and black, with blueberry and intense tire rubber on the nose. The palate is dense, requiring a jackhammer to get at the black-fruit core. The finish is hard and tannic, and the wine has a sharp personality. Power and depth is all here, but balance and charm are nonexistent.",,20,85,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Koppamurra 1999 Red (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koppamurra-1999-red-limestone-coast/,Red Blend,1999,Koppamurra
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Only a slight note of cheese gets in the way of the otherwise clean nose. In the mouth, lime and lemon flavors are drying, while the finish is simple, like tonic water or  something similar. Like many cavas, this one seems to have the goods to work well at cocktail parties and receptions. —M.S.",Brut Nature - Cava Reserve,18,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Huguet de Can Feixes 1999 Brut Nature - Cava Reserve  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huguet-can-feixes-1999-brut-nature-cava-reserve-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,1999,Huguet de Can Feixes
,Red,Portugal,"This heady, perfumed wine is produced in the Alentejo. Soft, lingering and fruity, it has soft black fruits. It's an easy, ready-to-drink wine in the New World style. —R.V.",Monte das Anforas,9,85,Alentejano,,,J.P. Vinhos 2000 Monte das Anforas Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-2000-monte-das-anforas-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,J.P. Vinhos
,White,US,"This wine seems overly leesy, and very high acidity makes things even tarter, almost sour. The underlying flavors are citrusy and lemony, making the wine taste like a Sauvignon Blanc. It's not very “Chardonnay,” but it's clean and vibrant.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Joullian 1999 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Joullian
13.5,Red,US,The Twin Oaks is definitely a step up from the regular Woodbridge bottling. It has real Cabernet richness and character. Suggestions of black currants and plums turn toasty on the dry finish. —S.H.,Twin Oaks,12,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1999 Twin Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1999-twin-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Woodbridge
,Red,Portugal,"A layer of dry fruits comes with a rustic, earthy element. There is a touch of green acidity typical of the Baga, along with fine tannins. This is a great food wine, not a great wine.",Marques de Marialva Baga Reserva,10,85,Bairrada,,,Cantanhede 2000 Marques de Marialva Baga Reserva Baga (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantanhede-2000-marques-marialva-baga-reserva-portuguese-red-baga-bairrada/,Baga,2000,Cantanhede
13,Red,Italy,"Forward and broad, with plum and blackberry aromas. The palate, however, is a bit raw and not terribly refined, with jammy flavors and coffee and chocolate on the finish. It's a meaty mouthful with all the standard components, but doesn't offer much style or flair. Best Buy. —M.S.",Formulae,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Barone Ricasoli 2000 Formulae Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-2000-formulae-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Barone Ricasoli
,Red,Portugal,"The wine comes from Aveleda's latest purchase, a vineyard in Bairrada region. Made under the supervision of Bordeaux winemaker Denis Dubourdieu, it strives to combine the wild dark acidity, black fruit and wood flavors of Portugal with the more restrained elegance of Bordeaux. At this stage, the combination needs time to work—maybe three or four years would help. —R.V.",Quinta da Aguieira,26,85,Beiras,,,Quinta da Aveleda 2000 Quinta da Aguieira Touriga Nacional (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-2000-aguieira-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-beiras/,Touriga Nacional,2000,Quinta da Aveleda
14,Red,Australia,"The entry is largely tomato and wet earth along with some spice. In the mouth, a bit of cherry and plum escapes, but still not enough to push the wine forward. While it seems solid and structured, what charms it has are mostly around the edges, meaning there isn't adequate depth.",Phoenix,25,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 2000 Phoenix Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-2000-phoenix-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Penley Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"A young, aggressively jammy wine with biting acidity that brings Beaujolais to mind. It's simple, with berry and fruit flavors, and very dry.",,11,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate
,Red,Italy,"Black in color, with foresty aromas of smoke and leaves. Unfortunately there's also some murky aromas and a hint of cheese. The palate has basic berries and oak, while the finish is overtly woody, with a note of strawberry. The wine has its good points, namely spice and heft. But it's also off the mark in a few areas, namely the confusing nose and a heavy dose of vanilla. —M.S.",Badiola,13,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Mazzei 2000 Badiola Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-2000-badiola-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Mazzei
12,Sparkling,France,"In addition to typical citrus, stone fruit, toast and butter notes, there are delicate ginger and oshinko notes. With such bright acidity, this may well be a good match to spicy Pan-Asian cuisine. The finish falls too short for this taster.",Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut,35,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-blanc-blancs-premier-cru-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Nicolas Feuillatte
14.1,White,US,"Easy to drink, a lemony, peachy wine with a pleasant overlay of oak and lees. It's far from a blockbuster, but pleasant enough, with good varietal character.",Wetzel Family Estate - Estate Bottled,15,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2001 Wetzel Family Estate - Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2001-wetzel-family-estate-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,Red,Australia,"A big, bold wine that takes no hostages in the mouth. Rolls over the palate with thick but fine tannins and crisp acids that carry jammy blackberry fruit. One-dimensional, but fun to drink with rich foods.",,12,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Heritage Road 2001 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2001,Heritage Road
,Red,Portugal,"Because the Quinta do Ribeirinho is planted on sandy soil, phylloxera cannot attack the vine roots, so they can be ungrafted. Pato aims to make this wine in a prephylloxera style. It is certainly different, with flavors of bitter coffee and dry, intense curiously juicy sweet and sour acidity. —R.V.",Quinta do Ribeirinho,30,85,Beiras,,,Luis Pato 2000 Quinta do Ribeirinho Red (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-2000-quinta-ribeirinho-red-beiras/,Red Blend,2000,Luis Pato
,White,US,"This is all fruit, fresh and lush, with no frills. Nothing fat, tropical or oaky here, no hints of butter. Just generous, ripe fruit at a good price. —P.G.",,10,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stone Wolf 2001 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-wolf-2001-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Stone Wolf
,Red,US,"Some high toned, nail polish aromas are evident, along with good forward fruit. Still the high tones—nail polish, paint, etc.—are going to be right on the edge for some people's tolerance. —P.G.",,16,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,River's Edge 2000 Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivers-edge-2000-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,River's Edge
13.5,Red,Australia,"Good, young Aussie Shiraz. What more needs to be said? It's jammy and fruity, stuffed with blackberry, loganberry and black cherry flavors that come across dry and tannic. The tannins and considerable acidity make it a bit rough in the mouth—try it with rich foods.",,10,85,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Reynolds 2001 Shiraz (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-south-wales/,Shiraz,2001,Reynolds
,Red,Portugal,"This property, close to Estremoz, is run by the Rothschilds of Château Lafite in Bordeaux. They have gone for Bordeaux elegance, with dark purple fruitsmingled with some stalky dry tannins. But some of the richness and softness of the Alentejo has been lost. —R.V.",,24,85,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Carmo 1999 Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-1999-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta do Carmo
13,Red,Australia,"Chunky and big in the nose, with a touch of sulfur and gas. The palate features black cherry fruit and a pleasant roundness, while the finish is full of fruit and licorice. For a quaffer, this fits the bill. But something about it, including the price, indicates that it's striving to be more than that.",Black Sheep,18,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Stanley Brothers 1999 Black Sheep Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanley-brothers-1999-black-sheep-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Stanley Brothers
13.5,White,Australia,"In contrast to the winery's other Chardonnays, this one sees no oak. The result is a musky, pear and guava cocktail that's given focus by some pineapple and citrus nuances. Serve well chilled to avoid it becoming too sweet-tasting—the copious fruit can stand up to the fridge.",Gnangara Unwooded,11,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2002 Gnangara Unwooded Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2002-gnangara-unwooded-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2002,Evans & Tate
14.4,Red,Australia,"A bouncy, fun Shiraz that's easy to warm up to. The aromas are jammy and juicy, the flavors crisp and crunchy. Lots of berries, with some herbal and chocolate notes creeping in on the finish.",Gnangara,11,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Evans & Tate 2001 Gnangara Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2001-gnangara-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,2001,Evans & Tate
,Sparkling,France,"Good everyday bubbly. Dry, crisp and clean, with subtle dough and citrus flavors and a lively mouthfeel. A bit rough around the edges, and finishes with a scour of acidity.",Carte Classique Extra Dry,35,85,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Carte Classique Extra Dry  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-carte-classique-extra-dry-champagne-22412/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
12.5,Red,Australia,"The nose starts out with bacon and toast. The palate is loaded with cranberry and cherry fruit, but that doesn't mean it's lean and mean. Quite the contrary; it's round and spicy, with some Zin-like character to the flavor profile.",,11,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Black Opal
,Red,Portugal,"A balanced wine, with dusty wood and herb aromas and firm tannins but also good, juicy fruit. At the end, there are reminders of old-style Dão in its dryness and toughness. —R.V.",Quinta da Murqueira,,85,Dão,,,Cardoso de Menezes 1999 Quinta da Murqueira Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cardoso-menezes-1999-quinta-murqueira-red-dao/,Red Blend,1999,Cardoso de Menezes
,Sparkling,France,Flavors are plain-jane green apple and the barest suggestion of spice. Not much to hang your hat on.,Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée Grand Reserve Brut,30,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 1994 Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée Grand Reserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-1994-demoiselle-tete-cuvee-grand-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Vranken
12.5,White,US,"The opening of ripe pears and apples seems right on the money, however, the palate is a bit overzealous and spritzy, with sharper than expected orange, grapefruit and lemon flavors. This wine exemplifies the overt, lively style of Pinot Gris, but it's one-dimensional and lacks subtlety. —M.S.",,19,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Sokol Blosser
13.9,Red,US,"Chocolate and spicy cinnamon aromas accent the wild strawberry and dusty earth flavors. The finish is thin but soft, making for an easy-drinking, well-balanced red wine. —C.S.",,19,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Silvan Ridge 1999 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-1999-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1999,Silvan Ridge
,Red,Portugal,"Attractive, soft, raspberry flavors, laced with spice and wood, make for a smooth, easily quaffable wine. The 2000 is a little young still, but a year will bring it all into balance. —R.V.",Vinha da Defesa,14,85,Alentejano,,,Herdade do Esporão 2000 Vinha da Defesa Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-esporao-2000-vinha-da-defesa-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Herdade do Esporão
13.5,Red,US,,,12,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1998 Merlot (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Eola Hills
11.5,White,US,"Peach and butter open, with thin grapefruit and lemon on the palate. Notes of lychee and toast throughout. On the palate, there is a slight spritziness. Clean and citrusy on the short finish. —K.F.",Semi-Dry - Estate Bottled,9,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2001 Semi-Dry - Estate Bottled Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2001-semi-dry-estate-bottled-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,2001,Montinore
,White,US,"From San Diego County, a white Rhône-style blend of Viognier, Marsanne and Roussanne. Smells light, but there's considerable body and flavor, with tropical fruits and figs and further seasoned with well-charred oak. The finish is spicy.",Lotus,28,85,California,South Coast,,Orfila NV Lotus White,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-nv-lotus-white-south-coast-san-pasqual/,White Blend,,Orfila
13.5,Red,Australia,"Black to the eye and loaded with aromas of black cherry, cassis and toasted oak. There are ample berry, cherry and coffee flavors, but they don't exactly shine beyond the basics. The full and aggressive acidity comes on late. This has some size and strength but you can't call it a thoroughbred.",,30,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Balnaves of Coonawarra
,Red,US,"Amity makes this sulfite-free wine from organically farmed grapes, so it's about as politically correct as a wine can be. Fruity cranberry and strawberry flavors run into some earthy, ashy tannins. —P.G.",Eco-Wine,14,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Amity 2001 Eco-Wine Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2001-eco-wine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2001,Amity
13,Red,Italy,"You had better be prepared for a blast of aromatic oak or this will disappoint. It's very woody, so much so that it smells of popcorn. Beneath the heavy veneer of wood is an intense, berry-packed palate. As might be expected, the finish is all vanilla and burnt nuts. Over time the stomping oak should calm down some, but probably never enough to become fully integrated. —M.S.",Lucarello Riserva,32,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Borgo Salcetino 1998 Lucarello Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-salcetino-1998-lucarello-riserva-red-chianti/,Red Blend,1998,Borgo Salcetino
,Red,Italy,"The charred aromas are much like sniffing a match stick. That same piercing woodiness rides high on the palate along with cherries, berries and licorice. The finish is plowed over with buttery oak—you can taste it clear as day. The texture, meanwhile, is firm and not easily penetrable. —M.S.",Genius Loci,17,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Burchino 1999 Genius Loci Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burchino-1999-genius-loci-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Burchino
12.5,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is tight, with cherry and cranberry fruit and a touch of milk chocolate poking through. The mouth has a chalky feel along with plum and currant flavors. There really isn't much more to say about this wine. It has a dry oakiness at its base and only modest richness. —M.S.",Biagio,11,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellani 1999 Biagio Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-1999-biagio-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Castellani
,Red,Italy,"This grape is increasing in popularity due to its fruit-forward and full-bodied style. Bright blackberry fruit with cinnamon spice finishes rich and juicy, with hints of chocolate. Best Buy.",Terre Mediterranee,9,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Zonin 2000 Terre Mediterranee Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zonin-2000-terre-mediterranee-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2000,Zonin
,White,US,"Ripe and juicy, with forward flavors of white peach, lemon and spicy green apple. Nice acids frame the   pretty fruit flavors, and the wine finishes swift and clean.",,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 2001 Sémillon (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-2001-semillon-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sémillon,2001,Folie à Deux
12.5,Red,Italy,"A youthful wine with fat, berry-packed aromas. Unremarkable but forceful berry fruit along with apple skins appear on the palate. It starts better than it finishes, and the lasting impression is drying and a touch bitter. (The tannins are fairly severe.) —M.S.",,12,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria di Cinciano 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cinciano-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Fattoria di Cinciano
,Red,Portugal,"The palate of this wine is fresh and fruity, with juicy flavors and generous, forward fruit. It is an easy style of wine that would be great with barbecued meat. —R.V.",Quinta das Maias,13,85,Dão,,,Faldas da Serra 2000 Quinta das Maias Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faldas-serra-2000-quinta-das-maias-red-dao/,Red Blend,2000,Faldas da Serra
,White,US,"Pleasantly fruity, with flavors of mangoes and aromatic flowers, peaches, apples, citrus fruits and spearmint. It's a little sweet and a little soft and a little simple. Best drank very cold.",,21,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Placer County,Hawley 2001 Viognier (Placer County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-2001-viognier-sierra-foothills-placer-county/,Viognier,2001,Hawley
,Red,US,"Light, soft and plummy fruit, with some pretty pie cherry tartness. There is a whiff of spice—sandalwood?—but the overall impression is fairly neutral; hard to find a distinctive point of view. —P.G.",,28,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Di Stefano 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Di Stefano
13.5,Red,US,"Black pepper, meat and wild game aromas are interesting and distinct. The dark chocolate and herbal flavors have just a touch of raspberry, and are masked by aggressive tannins that should settle with time. —C.S.",,19,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Table Rock 1999 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/table-rock-1999-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1999,Table Rock
,White,US,"Distinctly Chardonnay in the ripe apple, peach and pear flavors veering all the way into tropical papaya. There is some tremendous, supercharred oak here, lending notes of caramel, vanilla and meringue. Despite the richness, the wine needs a little more depth and pizzazz",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Saba 2001 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2001,San Saba
,Red,Australia,"A basic blend, super-juicy and jammy. It fills the mouth with upfront wild berry, stone fruit and pepper flavors that drink dry and crisp and richly textured with thick, dusty tannins. A blend of Grenache, Mourvedre, Shiraz and Touriga.",Gamekeepers,11,85,South Australia,South Australia,,St Hallett 2001 Gamekeepers Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2001-gamekeepers-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2001,St Hallett
13,Red,Italy,"Burly and chunky, with jammy black-fruit aromas that come across fresh and attractive. The palate veers toward black cherry and blackberry, and the finish is racy and spicy. For an everyday red wine, this one has ample fruit and some subtleties, so it will likely fit the bill if expectations aren't too high. —M.S.",Castiglioni,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2000 Castiglioni  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2000-castiglioni-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2000,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
,White,US,"From Chiles Valley, this wine has vivacious tropical fruit, peach and pear flavors, but seems a little heavy in the mouth, with dull acids. Oak provides creamy spice and vanilla, and it finishes with earthy heat.",Rustridge,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 2000 Rustridge Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-2000-rustridge-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Spelletich Cellars
,Red,Portugal,,Altano,8,85,Douro,,,Silva & Cosens 1999 Altano Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silva-cosens-1999-altano-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Silva & Cosens
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Clean, simple and fresh, with aromatic notes of vanilla and milk chocolate. The palate is dry like club soda, with white grapefruit and tangerine flavors fighting to rise upward. It's sort of bland, but also sort of good. Fine at cocktail parties. —M.S.",Cuvee 21 - Brut,10,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Parxet NV Cuvee 21 - Brut White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-cuvee-21-brut-white-cava/,White Blend,,Parxet
,White,US,"Simple and fruity, with peach and tropical fruit flavors and high acidity. This is a very dry, tart wine, clean and well made. It's perfectly adequate for nondemanding occasions, especially considering the price.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Mont Pellier 2000 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-pellier-2000-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Mont Pellier
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Mostly 1996, but a nonvintage nonetheless, reluctant aromas of pear and mandarin orange peek through and at first seem to promise a wine that is substantial, but slow to unfold. But the finish is weirdly sour and flat, with a metallic aftertaste.",Brut de Nominée,60,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut de Nominée  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-nominee-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
,Red,US,"More and more Washington wineries are making Sangio, though not always with distinction. This shows slightly unripe black fruits, hints of beet and bean, neutral oak and soft, chalky tannins. 717 cases made. —P.G.",,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2000 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2000-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2000,Arbor Crest
13.2,Red,US,"With aromas of char, toast and charcoal there's too much toasted oak for the fruit on this wine. There are some cassis flavors but they're covered by more char and burnt toast. There is nice acidity on the finish. Give this one time to settle, and hope there's still some fruit. —C.S.",,12,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2000 Syrah (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Eola Hills
12,Sparkling,France,"A disappointment given the exuberant stylishness of Duval-Leroy's nonvintage bruts, this is oxidized and redolent of cookie dough and marzipan. It seems quite tired, and falls quickly flat on the palate.",Femme Brut,69,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy 1990 Femme Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-1990-femme-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1990,Duval-Leroy
,White,US,"Very lean and crisp, almost steely in the mouth. The fruit is thin, suggesting watered-down peach flavors. Yet there's something likeable about the intense citrusy cleanliness, the crisp, earthy acidity, the way the wine washes across the palate and stimulates the taste buds.",,15,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 2000 Chardonnay (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2000-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Chardonnay,2000,Holly's Hill
,Red,US,"Has all the correct elements for Cabernet, including a rich, dark color, cassis and blackberry flavors, dry tannins, and a full-body. But it can't quite overcome a rustic tendency in the mouthfeel, which is rough and jagged. —S.H.",Genesis,17,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Genesis Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-genesis-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hogue
,Sparkling,Spain,". The nose is clean, much like rainwater. The flavors, meanwhile, are anything but neutral. There's plenty of banana and sugar. If you can handle a strong hit of residual sugar, this one will work, because it does have a nice balance and feel to it. —M.S.",Carta Nevada Semi Dry,10,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Semi Dry  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-semi-dry-cava-21953/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13,White,US,"Once you get past the tanky scents and let the wine breathe, it is a perfectly fine, simple bottle of fruit-forward Pinot Gris. One-dimensional, but sound.",,10,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2001 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Château Bianca
,Red,US,"A straightforward, simple Cabernet. There are varietal flavors of cassis and black cherry, and some stiff tannins. 515 cases made. —P.G.",,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Di Stefano 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Di Stefano
,Red,Portugal,"The wine has firm, ripe sweet fruit with some good red fruit flavors. It is juicy,  but there is also some barnyard earthiness, typical of Trincadeira on its own. —R.V.",Grand Arte,20,85,Ribatejano,,,DFJ Vinhos 2000 Grand Arte Trincadeira (Ribatejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dfj-vinhos-2000-grand-arte-portuguese-red-trincadeira-ribatejano/,Trincadeira,2000,DFJ Vinhos
,Red,Portugal,"With its spicy wood aromas and sweet raisin fruit, this is a well-balanced wine. Attractive black-fruit flavors, plus firm acidity, suggest this would be great with hearty stews.",Quinta do Cardo,10,85,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2000 Quinta do Cardo Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2000-quinta-cardo-red-beira-interior/,Red Blend,2000,Companhia das Quintas
13,White,US,"Some tangy apricot, litchee and melon notes, with a mild-mannered backbone of acidity.",,14,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Cecchetti Sebastiani Cellar 2000 Viognier (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchetti-sebastiani-cellar-2000-viognier-north-coast/,Viognier,2000,Cecchetti Sebastiani Cellar
,White,US,"Here's a proper wine that delivers plenty of varietal character. It has flavors of white peaches veering into tropical fruits, and is framed in plenty of toasty oak. The finish, with so much ripe fruit and caramel, is a little sweet.",,17,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Sterling 2001 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2001-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,2001,Sterling
,Sparkling,Italy,"With dusty honey aromas and a sweet apple-and-pear palate, this simple little sparkler should satisfy the masses with ease. The finish is fruity, with a mild dose of  sugar, and overall it is tasty and sweet. —M.S.",,10,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV  Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Villa Sandi
,White,US,"This is very Viognieresque in its ultrafruity, flowery aromas and flavors, which range from apples and peaches to tropical fruits and flowers. The texture is buttercream-rich, but the wine is dry, with good acids.",Select Series,25,86,California,California Other,California,Renwood 2001 Select Series Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2001-select-series-viognier-other/,Viognier,2001,Renwood
12,Red,Portugal,"With is purple color, aromas of bitter chocolate and coffee flavors along with acidity and raspberry fruits, this is an easy but appealing wine. Finishes dry. Best Buy. —R.V.",Aveleda,6,86,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Aveleda 2000 Aveleda Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-2000-aveleda-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta da Aveleda
,White,US,,,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 2001 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Ponzi
12,Sparkling,France,"Shaded a light salmon-orange, scented with fresh-cut apple and a hint of green onion, herb and grass, this wine shows its Pinot side with pretty cherry candy fruit, and a simple, lightly candied finish.",Demoiselle Brut Rosé,38,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-brut-rose-champagne-20324/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Pale copper in color, this wine offers a solid nose of earth, toast, tobacco, caramel and faint cherry. The clean, lightweight mouthfeel is backed by caramel, toast and candied apple flavors. Finishes toasty with a lingering, fruity sweetness on the midpalate. —K.F.",Cuvee Dessert,17,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Parxet NV Cuvee Dessert Pinot Noir (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-cuvee-dessert-pinot-noir-cava/,Pinot Noir,,Parxet
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"An initial look at the yellow color and faint bead isn't very encouraging, and frankly speaking, neither is the heavy vanilla and bread dough nose. But if you give it time and dig deep, there's a mature character, spiced pear and baked apples. Yes, it's ponderous and won't be for everyone. But you sort of get the idea that Parxet is trying for its own style. —M.S.",Brut Reserva,15,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Parxet NV Brut Reserva White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-brut-reserva-white-cava/,White Blend,,Parxet
13.5,White,US,"Clearly well made, with ultraripe grapes whose sugar was pushed way up by California sunshine; shows crowd-pleasing oak and a creamy, tangerine sorbet flavor and texture. If anything, a bit too flamboyant and obvious. Can you fault a wine for being so made-up that it lacks subtlety?",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"A junior cousin to Rubicon, this is made in the same mold, with rich aromas of cassis, sage and smoked oak, and similar flavors. It's a flavorful wine, with dry, fine tannins. But it's kind of soft and flabby. —S.H.",Francis Coppola Director's Reserve,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Francis Ford Coppola 2000 Francis Coppola Director's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2000-directors-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Francis Ford Coppola
12.5,White,Australia,"Crisp and clean, with a bright, refreshing finish, this blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Verdelho would be a great accompaniment to raw oysters or clams. Lemon, quince and lime flavors ring loudly on the finish.",Classic White,14,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Evans & Tate 2002 Classic White White (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-tate-2002-classic-white-margaret-river/,White Blend,2002,Evans & Tate
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Vanilla and toast aromas are pleasant, as are the apple, pear and sweet coconut flavors. The finish is toasty, smooth and fairly long. Overall this spumante is a touch chunky and awkward, but it's also quite solidly structured, with good lemon-lime undertones. Best Buy. —M.S.",Brut,13,86,Lombardy,Terre di Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Brut  (Terre di Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-brut-sparkling-terre-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,,Contadi Castaldi
12,Sparkling,France,"A dessert style sparkling Muscat of startling intensity. It opens with sweet scents of lemon and tangerine, which lead into a big, juicy wine with a powerful burst of concentrated fruit. There are plenty of lively bubbles, and a big finish given an “edge” by defining citrus-rind flavors.",Muscat Blanc Petits Grains - Reserve,12,86,France Other,France,,Charles de Fère NV Muscat Blanc Petits Grains - Reserve Muscat (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-fere-nv-muscat-blanc-petits-grains-reserve-other/,Muscat,,Charles de Fère
13.5,Red,Italy,"Deep and dark, with extracted black-fruit aromas as well as bacon and grilled meat. The flavor profile runs toward beets and blackberry, while there is plentiful sweet oak on the finish. The mix of tannins, acidity and oak seems just about perfect, but the flavors don't seem entirely pure or integrated. Maybe time will bring it together. —M.S.",Tricorno,35,86,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Castello di Poppiano 1998 Tricorno Sangiovese (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-1998-tricorno-sangiovese-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Poppiano
13.5,Red,Australia,"Rich coffee and _mocha aromas mixed with some grassiness start it off, followed by smoked meat, plum and cassis on the palate. While there isn't much complexity here, it's a good, forward wine with mostly healthy, chunky fruit. “Verve” could be its middle name, and it's fairly easy to drink.",,20,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1998-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Balnaves of Coonawarra
13.7,White,US,"This isn't the greatest wine in the world, but if you're looking for a solid pop-style Chard, this is one. Ripely fruity and spicy, oaky and smoky, and with a honeyed texture, it will please most everyone without breaking the bank.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Buena Vista 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Buena Vista
13.5,Red,US,"One of Gallo's dozens of brands, this is a nice wine from five counties north of the Golden Gate. It has pretty aromas and flavors of black currants. It is dry and clean, with easy tannins, and a nice finish. Best Buy. —S.H.",,12,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Indigo Hills 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indigo-hills-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Indigo Hills
14.1,White,US,"A bit leaner and earthier by a hair than Kunde's Ridge bottling, but still a richly fruity wine. Spreads sweet oak all over the mouth, with accompanying vanilla and toast notes. Acids and tannins are soft and approachable.",Kinneybrook Vineyard,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Kinneybrook Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-kinneybrook-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Kunde
,Red,Australia,"Pretty blackberry, cherry, herb and smoke tones come to the fore, though the tannins are a bit rustic. Finish is short.",,13,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1999 Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1999-red-coonawarra/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,White,US,"An unoaked Chard, and it's fascinating to see what Santa Lucia Highlands fruit tastes like. It's vibrantly fruity, a wine whose citrus, apple and peach flavors are highlighted by the crisp acids characteristic of the appellation.",,11,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bocage 2001 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bocage-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2001,Bocage
13,Red,Italy,"Light, smooth and pretty upfront, with appropriately light strawberry and cherry flavors. The finish is clean, broad and pleasant. Even the mouthfeel is smooth and airy. This is a genuinely easygoing wine, sort of a liquid version of a strawberry parfait. —M.S.",Signano,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Biagini Manrico 2000 Signano  (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biagini-manrico-2000-signano-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,2000,Biagini Manrico
,White,US,"There is a lot to like in this modest but flavorful Chard, with its apple and pear flavors and fig undercurrents. A dose of oak adds creamy, smoky notes and a taste of vanilla.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Belford Springs 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belford-springs-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Belford Springs
13.5,White,US,"Pleasant and refreshing with nice varietal character and good structure. Apple and peach flavors are clean and pure, backed by crisp acids. Little, if any, oak detracts from the pretty fruit.",Coastal,11,86,California,California Other,California,Callaway 2000 Coastal Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-2000-coastal-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Callaway
,White,US,"Here's a good value from an area that's becoming known for affordable wine. It's ripely fruity, round, supple and dry. Fills the mouth with pretty flavors that are underscored by rich lees.",,11,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1999 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1999-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,1999,Peirano
,White,US,"Superextracted and ripe, a big candy bar of a wine filled with sweet peach liqueur and nectarine flavors. Spicy oak adds additional sweet, sappy vanilla and oak elements. Big and lush, but could use more balance and harmony.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2000 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,Melville
12,White,Italy,"The smoked-meat and sugar-beet nose is not that opulent, but it's generally clean and welcoming. The palate offers your basic berry fruit mix, which is followed by a tight, mildly tannic finish with a long espresso-like tail. It's a solid if pedestrian wine that shouldn't disappoint the average red-wine drinker. —M.S.",La Sughera,18,86,Tuscany,San Gimignano,,Pietrafitta 1999 La Sughera Sangiovese (San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-1999-sughera-sangiovese-san-gimignano/,Sangiovese,1999,Pietrafitta
15.9,White,US,"Very ripe and very oaky, this is a big wine filled with the flavors of sweet summer peaches, figs, vanilla and cream. It has a little bit of residual sugar and finishes with a honeyed, custardy aftertaste.",Equinox,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2000 Equinox Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2000-equinox-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2000,Midnight
14,Red,Australia,"This kosher performer begins with a strong whiff of smoked meats and some unbridled grapey aromas. The palate is fairly complex, with plum, licorice, coffee and mineral notes. The finish is rather spicy, bordering on hot. Despite a touch of bitterness   on the back end, it's got a lot going for it.",Teal Lake,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,"Norman Wines, Ltd. 2001 Teal Lake Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-wines-ltd-2001-teal-lake-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,"Norman Wines, Ltd."
12,Sparkling,France,"The sweet hay and cream, pineapple and lemon-candy aromas and flavors lead to a short, slightly sweet finish. Lightweight and pleasant, this is a natural choice for brunch.",Premier Cru Brut,40,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-premier-cru-brut-champagne-12712/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
12.5,Red,Italy,"This fruity, made-to-quaff Sangiovese has some earthy, mineral notes along with black fruit and full but nonaggressive tannins. Hints of cocoa and licorice add some complexity to what is otherwise a simple, fruity wine. In most ways it's similar to Beaujolais. Best Buy. —M.S.",Santa Cristina,11,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antinori 2001 Santa Cristina Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-2001-santa-cristina-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2001,Antinori
13.8,White,US,"Firm and smooth textured, with a toasty edge plus apple, pear and modest citrus flavors.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Aix Monterey 1999 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aix-monterey-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Aix Monterey
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Clean and lightly scented with sassafras and cinnamon, this wine sabotages a promising entrance with a huge hole in the middle. It simply disappears, then comes back for a light, tart, yeasty finish.",Brut Mosaïque Rosé,32,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut Mosaïque Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-mosaique-rose-champagne-21257/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
13.7,Red,US,"So what's this famous, hands-on Cabernet like at four years? In a word, it suffers from its vintage. Although you root for it, it can't overcome a thinness that verges on herbs and veggies. Elaborate oak doesn't help. Makes you realize that every year is not a vintage year in California. —S.H.",Artist Series,75,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1998 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kenwood
,White,US,"Young and crisp, this intensely spicy wine goes down nice and easy. Citrus, fig and melon flavors are long and rich, showing some complexity. A pleasure to sip on a warm day. —S.H.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-wa/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Hogue
14.3,Red,US,"“Rogue” is right—there's Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Grenache and Malbec in here. It's a good wine, but its components keep it from having much of a discernible style of its own. Roasted red berries and cherries dominate the palate; finishes with oak and a little acid. —D.M.",Rogue Red,13,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Hinman 2000 Rogue Red Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hinman-2000-rogue-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Hinman
,Red,US,"Here is an unusual mix of scents: pine needle, barnyard and earthy, cherry fruit. A good-value wine, with plenty of cherry flavor, augmented by a hint of chicken coop. Balanced, soft tannins finish it out. About 3000 cases made. Best Buy. —P.G.",,13,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 2000 Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-2000-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Henry Estate
,Red,Portugal,"After the success of the varietal wines from this producer, this is something of a disappointment. Despite the attractive dried-fruit aromas, the palate is overripe and jammy, with acidity and sweetness in conflict. It is pleasant enough but lacks structure. —R.V.",,13,84,Dão,,,Quinta dos Roques 2000 Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roques-2000-red-dao/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta dos Roques
,White,US,"Fruity and ripe, with apple flavors wrapped in a simple texture. It's a clean, easy-drinking wine, but turns a bit sharp on the finish.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 2001 Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-2001-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,2001,R.H. Phillips
,Red,US,"Despite the Napa appellation, there's not much going on. This is a berryish wine, dry and tart with tannins. Feels tough and resistant on the palate, and stays firm through the finish. —S.H.",,12,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Ranch 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-ranch-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Rutherford Ranch
13.6,Red,Australia,"With a nose of tomato and herbs and so little fruit, you immediately question this wine's ripeness. Sour cherry flavors are strong on the palate, which is quite green at its core. The wine has a good enough mouthfeel but neither the flavors nor richness to match.",,17,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Morgan Simpson 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-simpson-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Morgan Simpson
14.2,Dessert,US,"Made since the 1970s, and always at the top rung of California dessert wines. The cool vintage actually aided the wine, since it prodded the development of botrytis. Elaborate and unctuous, the apricot and peach flavors are very sweet, but crisp acidity provides balance. The texture is pure velvet, right through the long, sweet finish.",Nightingale,30,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1998 Nightingale Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-nightingale-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Beringer
13.9,White,US,"At first the nose is innocuous, but with patience you get some pear and vanilla. But with this wine first impressions are correct; the palate is flat as a board with only distant dried stone-fruit flavors. There's just no life or zip to speak of. Maybe it's too warm for Pinot Gris in southern Oregon. —M.S.",,18,81,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 2001 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Griffin Creek
12,Dessert,Australia,"Hedonistic and delicious, this richly textured wine offers a seductive blend of apricot, peach, cinnamon, vanilla, Mandarin orange and honey flavors. Thick and full on the finish.",Botrytis,25,92,Australia Other,Australia,,James Estate 1995 Botrytis Semillon (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-1995-botrytis-semillon-semillon-other/,Sémillon,1995,James Estate
13.5,Red,Chile,"This is one of the best $10 Cabs ever. It has a depth and complexity of tannins and acids that almost guarantee improvement in the bottle. Dry, rich and stylish, its a smooth, voluptuous wine, despite a certain thinness of fruit. The overlay of oak is gorgeous.",,10,91,Maipo Valley,,,Veramonte 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Veramonte
,Sparkling,US,"You'd almost think you were drinking fine Champagne when you sip this intricate bubbly, which, after all, is owned by a French Champagne house. It's dry and yeasty, with suble citrus flavors and an aftertaste of almond skin. Feels fine and elegant on the palate.",Brut,22,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-anderson-valley-21345/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate
,Red,US,"Very smooth and velvety texture. The tongue feels good as the dark stone fruit and peppery flavors spread over the palate like a soft blanket. The robust flavors are balanced by fine, dusty, dry tannins, further enhancing the mouthfeel. This is a very nice red wine of elegance and style.",,28,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Ballentine
14,Red,Chile,"An interesting blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon,  20 %Carmenere, and 10% each of Petite Sirah, Syrah and Merlot. The seductive aromas of mint, eucalyptus and orange peel are enchanting. Flavors of dill, blackberries and tar lead to a rich, toasty mouthfeel that finishes with firm, well-integrated tannins.",Winemaker's Reserve,40,90,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Winemaker's Reserve Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-winemakers-reserve-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Carmen
13,Red,Chile,"Appealing aromas of coffee, tobacco and barnyard are complemented by the flavors of dark fruit and bitter chocolate. There is a pleasing balance of fruit and soft tannins that finish light, clean and fresh.",Grand Reserve Vitisterra,14,89,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2000 Grand Reserve Vitisterra Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-grand-reserve-vitisterra-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Morandé
12,Sparkling,US,"This vintage wine is much smoother and more complex than the winery's nonvintage releases. It's yeastier and doughy, with citrusy flavors and a round, creamy mouthfeel. The finish leaves the mouth fresh and clean.",Vintage Reserve - Brut - Royal Cuvee,22,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1994 Vintage Reserve - Brut - Royal Cuvee  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1994-vintage-reserve-brut-royal-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1994,Gloria Ferrer
,Sparkling,France,"This wine is made from grapes harvested from grand cru vineyards in Avize, Oger, Cramant and Oiry at the northern end of the Côte des Blancs. It has weight and richness along with acidity and crisp fruit. The aftertaste is almost sweet from the relatively high dosage.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,23,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Agrapart & Fils NV Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrapart-fils-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Agrapart & Fils
,Sparkling,US,,,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV  Carneros,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,US,"This is some Zin. Big, textbook Sonoma County, filled with huge jammy young blackberry and boysenberry fruit and a solid dose of pepper. It's dry, with rich tannins and that wild, brawny character only Zinfandel has. The alcohol is a modest 14.1%.",Old Vine,29,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fanucchi 1998 Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanucchi-1998-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Fanucchi
,Red,US,"This winery specializes in Rhône-style wines from a warmer, northeastern part of Russian River Valley, almost in Dry Creek. This is a light red, fruity wine with a minty streak, soft tannins, and excellent acidity. It's light but firm, and impressive for the interest it arouses even though it's not a blockbuster.",Staley Vineyard,18,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 2000 Staley Vineyard Grenache (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-2000-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Grenache,2000,Philip Staley
,Sparkling,US,"Has the same fruity flavors as Ste. Michelle's brut, but slightly jagged, angular acids show through, and the finish is a little tart. Needs food, but is a very good wine.",Extra Dry,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Extra Dry  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-extra-dry-columbia-valley-wa-21417/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"Simple, ripe flavors of peaches and apples have the sweetness of fruit juice, and the acidity is low, making for a soft, cloying wine. There's a rough, common feel to the tannins.",,28,83,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Ritchie Creek 2000 Chardonnay (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ritchie-creek-2000-chardonnay-napa-spring-mountain/,Chardonnay,2000,Ritchie Creek
13.5,White,US,,Sierra Series,13,83,California,California Other,California,Renwood 2000 Sierra Series Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-sierra-series-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Renwood
,Red,US,"This little valley continues to press the case for California Syrah. This wine is lush and dense but not heavy. The berry and plum flavors are spiced up with pepper, and dry tannins coat the mouth. Nice now, but will improve in the next 2 or 3 years.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2000 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Beckmen
13.5,Red,US,"You can put this next to Syrahs costing four times as much and smell them both, and this Robert Mondavi wine will win out. It's all about white pepper, blackberries and oak. Tastes fine and yummy, with rich berry flavors and soft, creamy tannins. Could use a bit more depth, but at this price, you can't have everything.",,9,88,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2000 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Woodbridge
14,Red,Chile,"Sweet dark fruit flavors accented with coffee are a bit cloying. There are heavy toast aromas with caramel, and the tannins are aggressive and gritty on the finish. This one needs to sit for a few years to come around.",Gold reserve - Estate Bottled - Single Vineyard,65,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Gold reserve - Estate Bottled - Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-gold-reserve-estate-bottled-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Carmen
,Red,US,"Made from vines that yielded less than 2 tons per acre, the wine achieves a density unusual for Grenache. The berry and chocolate flavors are thickly textured, with velvety tannins and a long, fruity finish. The oak is neutral, but the wine might actually benefit from a bit of smoky wood.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 2000 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2000-purisima-mountain-vineyard-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,2000,Beckmen
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Quite rich for Mumm's annual lineup, with citrus and melon flavors, maybe because a third of the blend is Pinot Gris. It's fully dry, with a crisp mouthfeel and a yeasty finish. Light and elegant through the finish.",Blanc de Blancs,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa 1997 Blanc de Blancs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-1997-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Mumm Cuvée Napa
,Sparkling,France,"This is a light, poised wine, very fruity, with a fresh, lightly green flavor. The freshness makes this an attractive wine, made from fruit grown in the village of Cuis near the Gimonnet winery.",Cuis Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,34,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils NV Cuis Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-nv-cuis-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils
13,Sparkling,US,"This 100% Chardonnay has strong scents of lime, smoke, freshly baked bread and vanilla. It's lemon-and-limey and rich, but delicate. Feels light and fresh on the palate, with a clean finish.",Blanc de Blancs,34,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1994 Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1994-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1994,Iron Horse
,Red,Chile,"Opens with serious toasted oak aromas. The sappy wood and char assaults the nose, obscuring underlying blackcurrant, tarry notes that show up in the well-ripened flavors. This is an extravagantly extracted wine, long on flavor, big in size, although it could use more in the finesse department. Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and a little Carmenère.",,70,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Seña 1999 Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sena-1999-red-aconcagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Seña
,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir, this is the sort of weighty wine you would expect from the 1996 vintage, with powerful toasty aromas. Flavors of vanilla and honey come from partial wood fermentation. The aftertaste is rich, powerful and concentrated, though a little unbalanced from the dosage.",Brut,36,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Michel Gonet 1996 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gonet-1996-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Michel Gonet
,Sparkling,France,"Elegance is the hallmark of this wine. It's light, poised and elegant, with fine, crisp fruit and good balancing acidity—an excellent reflection of the relatively light 1997 vintage.",Brut,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Serge Mathieu 1997 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serge-mathieu-1997-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Serge Mathieu
13.5,Red,Chile,"A big and bursting combination of healthy black fruit and copious French oak is manifested in the nose as bitter chocolate and plum pie. The palate is lively and full-bodied, with mature fruit flavors and velvety tannins, while plenty more of that bitter chocolate echoes across the finish.",Marques de Casa Concha,14,88,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Marques de Casa Concha Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-marques-casa-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Concha y Toro
,Sparkling,France,"This wine is a blend of fruit from Vertus and grand cru vineyards in Cramant, Avize and Oger. It is a dry style with hints of almonds and vanilla, along with some toast. It is certainly a full wine, but the strongest feature is its elegance and balance.",Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut,58,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-blanc-blancs-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Larmandier-Bernier
12,Sparkling,US,"A tasty package of ranier cherry, red plum, caramel, toast, tobacco, basil and a hint of tomato. Acids and a touch of tannins are well integrated. Light and elegant throughout.",Rouge de Noirs,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1998 Rouge de Noirs Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1998-rouge-noirs-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Schug
12,Sparkling,US,"Creamy and rich, with hints of cherry and strawberry. The wine is backed by citrus, herb and mineral notes.",Brut Rose,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Brut Rose  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
13.5,Red,Chile,"Aromas of cola, caramel and blackberries shift into flavors of earth and mushroom. The rich mouthfeel bursts with fruit and balanced tannins that finish with a suede-like sensation.",Reserve,17,88,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Viña Casas del Bosque
,Red,US,"There's a ton of true varietal character in this fun wine. It's very dark in color, and has the nicest aromas of white pepper and blackberries. Tastes just great, rich and filled with berry flavors, bone dry, with smooth tannins. No, it's not a wine of great complexity. But it's still a very good wine.",,10,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2000 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2000,Château Julien
,Red,US,"An herbal-edged wine that also sports an interesting blend of blackberry, cherry, olive, licorice, earth and toasty oak flavors. Somewhat bright on the finish, with firm, powdery tannins.",Saralee's Vineyard,62,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 1999 Saralee's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1999-saralees-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Arrowood
13,Sparkling,US,"With 10 years on the yeast in the bottle, it is no surprise to find sweet cream, unsalted butter, cardamom, white bread and lemon-candy aromas and flavors. The soft acidity and medium-length, talc-y finish leave no questions as to why this was “disgorged on demand.” Drink now, only 405 cases were made of this 80% Pinot, 20% Chard blend.",Extended Tirage - Disgorged on Demand,22,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1991 Extended Tirage - Disgorged on Demand  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1991-extended-tirage-disgorged-demand-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1991,Argyle
,Sparkling,US,"An excellent young blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Pleasant, subtle flavors of raspberries are accompanied by brisk acids and nice, scouring bubbles that cleanse the palate. The finish contains notes of bread dough and smoke. Will improve with a year or two of cellaring.",Brut,29,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1997 Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1997-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Handley
12,Sparkling,US,"Fresh and toasty, with a creamy texture and pretty melon, citrus, apple, pear, mineral and nut flavors. Moderate at the end.",Brut,22,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Echo NV Brut  (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-nv-brut-mendocino-county-13394/,Champagne Blend,,Pacific Echo
,Red,Portugal,"A ripe wine, with soft tannins. It is juicy and uncomplex, with fresh red-fruit flavors. —R.V.",Vale da Calada,11,83,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Calada 2000 Vale da Calada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-calada-2000-vale-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Herdade da Calada
,Red,US,"There is some nice black fruit forward in the palate, and a bit of toasty tannin in the back, but where's the middle? There's a   big hole where the heart of this wine should reside, and it makes the rest seem lean and unyielding. —P.G.",,17,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bridgman 2000 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,Bridgman
12,Sparkling,Germany,"Beery Riesling scents send up whiffs of green apples and perhaps a hint of citrus. This has searingly high acid; it's truly like sucking on a lemon. If ever a wine needed an oyster, this is that wine. —P.G.",Siebeldingen Brut,17,83,Pfalz,,,Wilhelmshof 1999 Siebeldingen Brut Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilhelmshof-1999-siebeldingen-brut-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1999,Wilhelmshof
13.8,White,US,"Aromas and flavors of apples and peaches, with a dose of spicy, smoky oak, characterize this easy-drinking wine. It's dry enough to accompany a wide variety of foods, and at this price, you can stock up by the case.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,ForestVille
13.5,Red,Italy,"None of the Fibbiano wines scored big, and this was the best of the lot. It's toasty and woody, bordering on burnt. That heavy wood masks the cherry fruit that battles unsuccessfully to show itself on the palate. When someone talks about an overwooded red wine, they mean something like this. It has fruit, but also too much oak for its own good. —M.S.",Ceppatella,18,83,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2000 Ceppatella Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2000-ceppatella-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,2000,Fattoria Fibbiano
13.5,Red,Australia,"There is some varietal character in this dark, dry red wine, notably the black currant taste. But it's thin in body, and marred by overripe notes of raisins and prunes. High acidity only adds to the impression of austerity and hardness in the mouth.",,10,83,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Reynolds 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-new-south-wales/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Reynolds
13.5,Red,Australia,"Purple in color, with syrupy aromas that carry a hint of cinnamon and spice. This youngster is meant to be drunk now—and probably without much analysis. It's a quaffer, one with a bulky, chewy body and full tannic grip. Almost certainly it went through carbonic maceration, a fermentation method that pumps up sweetness several times over.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2002 Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2002-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2002,Jacob's Creek
,Red,Portugal,"This is a light, fresh wine with some pleasant, soft tannins, but it is somewhat dilute. Pleasant red fruits give this wine a fresh aftertaste. —R.V.",Quinta do Cachao,20,83,Douro,,,Vinhos Messias 2000 Quinta do Cachao Tinta Roriz (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinhos-messias-2000-quinta-cachao-tempranillo-tinta-roriz-douro/,Tinta Roriz,2000,Vinhos Messias
,Red,US,"Very soft and light, with pale flavors of red fruits and cranberry. —P.G.",,16,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,The Academy 2000 Pinot Noir (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/academy-2000-pinot-noir-southern-applegate-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,The Academy
14.7,White,US,"An odd wine. Has strong and simple aromas of tobacco, ripe peaches, mandarin oranges and toast, and is fairly sweet and heavy, with Lifesaver candy flavors.",Estate Bottled,16,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2001 Estate Bottled Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2001-estate-bottled-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,2001,Perry Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Unripe and weedy, with minty, vegetal flavors only slightly softened by berries. Feels dry and thin on the palate, with a thick, unnatually oaky taste. —S.H.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Woodbridge
13.5,White,US,"Clean and simple, with peach and apple flavors and a solid dose of oak. It has a rich, creamy mouthfeel, and the finish is spicy and ripe. Satisfies the basic requirements for California Chardonnay.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Ironstone
13.6,Red,US,"Mild-bodied, with hints of blackberry, cherry, herb and spice notes. Easy to quaff. —J.M.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Echelon 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Echelon
,White,US,"Smells like canned peaches and nectarines, with a syrupy note that lasts through the finish. It's very oaky and ripe, with good acidity. But the elements aren't well integrated. The wine seems more like a study than a finished piece. A few months in bottle may help.",Reserve,18,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Stonehedge 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Stonehedge
13.9,Red,US,"Root beer and snow pea aromas—no, that was not a typo. The bing-cherry flavors finish with gritty tannins that will need 2–5 years to integrate. —C.S.",Reserve,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Silver Lake
,Red,Portugal,"Dusty black-currant aromas with some wood are accompanied on the palate by lean, slightly green fruit, with dusty tannins and flavors of bell peppers. —R.V.",Quinta d'Aguiera,16,84,Beiras,,,Quinta da Aveleda 2000 Quinta d'Aguiera Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-2000-daguiera-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-beiras/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Quinta da Aveleda
,White,US,"Very ripe and extracted, with an almost late-harvest bouquet of unctuously sweet tropical fruits. Smoky, vanilla-tinged oak is laid on thick. Lacks delicacy, a big, rich wine that smothers with excess.",Carsi,21,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 2000 Carsi Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2000-carsi-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,V. Sattui
,Sparkling,US,"Bright and fresh, with peach and citrus notes. The wine is light on the palate, but offers a long, toasty finish at the end.",Brut,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. Anderson 1997 Brut  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-anderson-1997-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,S. Anderson
,Sparkling,US,"A pale orange or copper-colored wine, with powerful apricot, orange juice and honeyed espresso aromas. Attacks the palate with intense sugar, a very sweet wine good on its own with a simple butter cookie. The flavors are apricot-fruity, with soft acids and tannins.",Amador Ice,35,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2000 Amador Ice Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-amador-ice-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Renwood
,Sparkling,US,"Very nice. Full-bodied, with flavors of strawberries and yeast; also high in acids. It's a bouncy, jagged wine, cleansing and stimulating the palate, with a dry, tingly finish.",Brut Rosé,26,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-anderson-valley-21350/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate
12,Sparkling,US,"Basically a Chardonnay-only brut. It has nice peach and apple flavors and a bit of sugar to soften it, but it's basically dry, and of course a little lighter and more elegant than the regular brut.",,11,88,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Korbel
,Sparkling,US,"Fresh, light and focused, with citrus, apple, mineral and toast flavors. Clean, bright and refreshing on the finish.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 1998  Russian River Valley,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-1998-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Champagne Blend,1998,J Vineyards & Winery
13.5,Red,Chile,"Raspberry tea and black olive aromas are very appealing. The palate brings coffee and soft red berry flavors, yielding a smooth, easy-drinking wine.",,12,88,Maule Valley,,,Echeverria 2000 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2000-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2000,Echeverria
,White,Italy,"Perhaps the least aromatic of the Feudi lineup, this wine shows restrained scents of pear and mint. It's a harder, more minerally wine than the others, with vague flavors of pears, white peaches and herbs mixing in. The long finish blends gravel and grapefruit in a pleasant finale.",,21,88,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2001  Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2001-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2001,Feudi di San Gregorio
,Red,Italy,"Close to 18 months in barriques has given this rugged Aglianico polished wisps of cedar, wood smoke and vanilla. A massive dose of tannin follows the chocolate, coffee and black cherry flavors, but the tannins are ripe and soft. Hold for 5–10 years.",Selve di Luoti,36,88,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1998 Selve di Luoti  (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1998-selve-luoti-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,1998,Feudi di San Gregorio
,White,France,"A big, concentrated wine that is almost New World in its rich flavors, and ripe, toasty fruit. Bruno Baylet, whose family owns this property, has a love of experimenting with different woods, and it shows in the complexity of the flavors.",Bordeaux Blanc,15,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château l'Hoste-Blanc 2000 Bordeaux Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lhoste-blanc-2000-bordeaux-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2000,Château l'Hoste-Blanc
,White,France,"A fresh, full-bodied wine that stays on its lees after fermentation to give it a creamy broadness to go with the layer of acidity and ripe, crisp fruit.",Bordeaux Blanc,11,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Domaine de Courteillac 2001 Bordeaux Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courteillac-2001-bordeaux-blanc-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2001,Domaine de Courteillac
,Red,France,"A dense, concentrated fruit with a good balance of wood and fruit. There is a slight touch of stalkiness but the fruit is also rich, with flavors of fruitcake and good structure.",Bordeaux Rouge,76,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Thieuley 2000 Bordeaux Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thieuley-2000-bordeaux-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Thieuley
,Red,US,"Rich, soft and supple, an easy-drinking wine with superdelicious, gooey flavors of violets, chocolate and raspberries. There's a grace and femininity to the mouthfeel that's really attractive.",Fralich Vineyard,29,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Reed 2000 Fralich Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reed-2000-fralich-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Reed
12,Sparkling,US,"Creamy smooth, yet sparkling with pretty hints of fig, apricot, melon and spice. Very slightly sweet, it makes a marvelous apéritif.",Crément - Demi Sec,33,89,California,California Other,California,Schramsberg 1999 Crément - Demi Sec White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1999-crement-demi-sec-white-other/,White Blend,1999,Schramsberg
,Dessert,US,"You'll think of peaches, apples and nectarines when you sip this wine, and Moscato d'Asti, too, because of the effervescence. That prickly, acidic mouthfeel is pleasant and clean, and carries the semisweet fruit through the long finish.",,16,89,California,California Other,California,V. Sattui 2001 Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2001-muscat-other/,Muscat,2001,V. Sattui
,Sparkling,US,"This tête de cuvée is a vintage blend that's almost entirely Chardonnay. Very light and airy, with dry citrus and straw flavors and a hit of yeast. Very good, but at this price it could use more finesse.",La Reve,55,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1996 La Reve  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1996-reve-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1996,Domaine Carneros
,White,Italy,"Explodes with orange-blossom and peach scents that evolve on the palate into rich, full flavors of peach and pineapple. Seems almost sweet because of the richness and ripeness of the fruit (the wine is dry), but it's balanced by a tart, hard-edged finish that's long and oily.",,21,89,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2001  Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2001-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2001,Feudi di San Gregorio
,Red,France,"This wine has a deep purple color. The aromas are of attractive ripe fruit, wood and black fruits. To taste, there is sweet, juicy black fruit, with some wood, which is well in balance. A fine wine, still young, this will age well.",Cuvee Carl,25,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Seguin 1999 Cuvee Carl  (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-seguin-1999-cuvee-carl-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Château de Seguin
,White,France,"This has all the grassiness of the Sauvignon Blanc combined with the fatness of the Sémillon. It's a big, rich wine with hints of ripe herbs and kiwi fruit. It grabs your attention from the first toasty aromas to the crisp finish.",Bordeaux Blanc,13,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Bel Air Perponcher 2000 Bordeaux Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-perponcher-2000-bordeaux-blanc-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2000,Château Bel Air Perponcher
,Red,Chile,"A terrific wine, boasting exquisite class, texture and suppleness. It's very fruity, opening with a burst of berries and stone fruits that have an herbal edge but maintain their sweetness through the long finish. Yet it's dry, with smooth tannins. A blend of Carmènere, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Syrah.",,30,89,Maipo Valley,,,Antiyal 1999 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antiyal-1999-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Antiyal
,Red,US,"From the new Santa Rita Hills appellation, this inky-dark, purple wine stains the sides of the glass, one indication of how big and young it is. It has the jammy berry flavors and insolent acidity of youth, while oversize tannins make it muscular. Not drinkable now, except with the biggest foods. Try aging until 2006.",SRH,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 2000 SRH Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-2000-srh-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Lafond
13.6,Red,Chile,"You can detect the Cabernet with its blackberry and cassis notes, but the Carmenère adds a whole other dimension, and a wild one at that. Jammy, animal, smoky and spicy, this is a big wine, and tannic too. Extreme dryness makes it a good food wine, but it will soften in a year or so.",Reserve,15,89,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Reserve Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-reserve-red-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Carmen
,Red,US,"From an emerging northeast corner of Lodi that will probably get its own appellation, this dark, dense wine brings to mind the Syrahs of southern Monterey County. Exceedingly ripe, with sweet blackberry, tobacco, plum and chocolate notes, it's very dry, and the tannins are soft. Doesn't seem likely to age. Try with grilled steaks and veggies.",Sueno,28,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Spencer Roloson 1999 Sueno Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-1999-sueno-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,1999,Spencer Roloson
,Red,Chile,"Loads of _mocha and toffee aromas come across on the nose along with some black olive and standard Cabernet fruit. Vivacious cherry, plum and cassis flavors grace the tight, structured palate, and the well-oaked finish delivers a blast of chocolate and espresso. This young wine is solid and well made—a pure and positive _expression of the Colchagua Valley.",Crucero Reserva,13,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2000 Crucero Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2000-crucero-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Siegel
,Red,US,"Winemaker Mark Lyon has bent over backward to enrich his Barberas, using advanced vineyard techniques and more French oak. This is a very good wine, rich and tannic, with plum, black cherry, sage and tobacco flavors and a very long, juicy finish. It retains the variety's quintessentially rustic character, and will live for decades.",Appelation Selection,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 2000 Appelation Selection Barbera (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2000-appelation-selection-barbera-sonoma-valley/,Barbera,2000,Sebastiani
,Sparkling,France,"Power and richness are the hallmarks of this wine from Barnaut, whose vineyards are in Bouzy. With its high Pinot Noir element, there is acidity as well, but yeast and almonds also show through, yielding a well-balanced wine.",Grand Reserve Brut,20,89,Champagne,Champagne,,E. Barnaut NV Grand Reserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-barnaut-nv-grand-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,E. Barnaut
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark, dense and saturated Cabernet is what's on offer here, the real deal for a steal. The nose is rich with cassis, plum, herbs and tobacco. There's plenty of depth and density to the palate. The finish offers moderate tannins, tasty _mocha and coffee flavors and vital berry fruit.",Marques de Casa Concha,14,89,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-marques-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Concha y Toro
,Sparkling,France,"A full-bodied Champagne, with ripe yellow peach and toast flavors, finishing with ripe currants. A 100% Pinot Noir, it has good weight on the palate and distinct acids on the finish.",Blanc de Noirs Cuvée Tradition Brut,30,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Serge Mathieu NV Blanc de Noirs Cuvée Tradition Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serge-mathieu-nv-blanc-noirs-cuvee-tradition-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Serge Mathieu
,Red,US,"Connoisseurs are taking a fresh look at this variety despite its reputation as a common wine. Let's get one thing straight: It will never possess the refined personality of, say, Cabernet. But sometimes this rough-edged, drily tannic wine fits the bill perfectly. I'm thinking game, or bruschetta with peppers and onions.",Somers Vineyard,21,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Philip Staley 1999 Somers Vineyard Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1999-somers-vineyard-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Philip Staley
,Sparkling,France,"A fine, soft, creamy wine, with a touch of toast and fresh green fruit flavors. It is crisp and elegant, with flavors of hazelnuts and white fruits. With its light, poised character, this is a perfect apéritif Champagne. Disgorged on 4/17/2002",Blanc de Blancs Reserve Brut,36,89,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Blanc de Blancs Reserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-blanc-blancs-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils
,Sparkling,France,"With 20% of the wine aged in wood, this wine has an open, honeyed character, with soft, ripe fruits and light acidity. But it is also fresh, dry and lively, leaving an elegant aftertaste of acidity and richness.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,37,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Agrapart & Fils 1996 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrapart-fils-1996-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Agrapart & Fils
13.5,Red,Chile,"Pleasant aromas of earth and peanuts are tight on fruit, but the fruit comes through on the palate where you get potent plums and currants. The wine is very smooth, as all of its components are in balance, then finishes long.",Grand Cru,45,89,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 1998 Grand Cru Cabernet Sauvignon (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-1998-grand-cru-cabernet-sauvignon-requinoa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Château Los Boldos
15,Red,US,"Considerably richer than the regular release, this wine has plenty of fresh, sappy berry fruit, wrapped in a velvety, plush texture. It feels opulent in the mouth, and the finish reveals interesting, even complex flavors.",Reserve,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 1999 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-reserve-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Ironstone
,Red,Italy,"Smells enticing, with gorgeous aromas of dried spices and Mexican chocolate, plum and black cherry fruit. But despite a rich, velvety texture, this Aglianico-based wine seems to be in a bit of a closed phase, showing little fruit on the palate and drying tannins on the finish. Give it some time.",Serpico,62,89,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2000 Serpico Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2000-serpico-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2000,Feudi di San Gregorio
,Sparkling,France,"Made from grand cru vineyards in Oger and Mesnil sur Oger, this is a rich, soft wine, with light toasty aromas and flavors of green plums, vanilla, nuts and honey. A mineral element provides crispness to the finish.",Blanc de Blancs,38,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Michel Gonet NV Blanc de Blancs  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gonet-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Michel Gonet
12,Sparkling,US,"Flinty rich, with hints of strawberry, citrus, melon and toast. Fresh, clean and light on the palate. Clean at the end.",Brut Rosé,33,89,California,California Other,California,Schramsberg 1999 Brut Rosé  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1999-brut-rose-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1999,Schramsberg
,Sparkling,US,"A smooth-drinking, aromatic bubbly that may be a little too dry for     some. The initial aromas of raspberries and limes are accented with oak and yeast, and are delicate and inviting. In the mouth, it has an almost Sherry-like tang, but rich texture and clean strength are its nicest features.",Brut Reserve Natural,35,89,California,California Other,California,Thornton NV Brut Reserve Natural  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-brut-reserve-natural-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Thornton
,Sparkling,US,"Peach, melon and citrus flavors are at the core. The finish is soft and mellow, turning toasty and nutty at the end.",Blanc de Noirs,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. Anderson 1997 Blanc de Noirs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-anderson-1997-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,S. Anderson
14.5,Red,US,"An interesting blend of 60% Zinfandel and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. There are aromas and flavors of spicy cinnamon and jammy blackberries. The earthy mouthfeel and coarse tannins suggest these two varietals, which aren't used to sharing the same barrel, need some time to integrate.",,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paraduxx 1999 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraduxx-1999-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Paraduxx
12,Sparkling,US,"Pretty toast and dough aromas up front. The wine fans out to reveal a broad range of flavors, including pear, apple, citrus, mineral, honey, nut and floral qualities. Long at the end.",Blanc De Noirs,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc De Noirs Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-noirs-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,,Gloria Ferrer
,Sparkling,France,"Made from grand cru vineyards in Mesnil, Oger and Avize, this is 100% Chardonnay. It has delicious apple and creamy yeast and toast flavors, finishing with green fruits, fresh acidity and lightness.",Blanc de Blancs Réserve Brut,35,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Guy Charlemagne NV Blanc de Blancs Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-charlemagne-nv-blanc-blancs-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Guy Charlemagne
,White,France,,,10,89,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Bonnet 2001  Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonnet-2001-red-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Château Bonnet
12,Dessert,Chile,"Peach, pear and apricot aromas lead off, with honeyed, toast and peach flavors on the palate. This Chilean offering is long and lush at the end.",Late Harvest,15,89,Maule Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"From 30-year-old vines, this is excellent Zin, a textbook example of a richly concentrated, dry and balanced red wine. It has wild berry flavors and wonderfully fine tannins, and feels great in the mouth. It's a big, brawny wine, but manages to be elegant and focused.",Duarte Vineyard Old Vine,22,90,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,V. Sattui 2000 Duarte Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2000-duarte-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2000,V. Sattui
,Red,US,"Blends grapes from the Sierra Foothills and Mendocino to produce a balanced, rich and harmonious drink with rich flavors of black cherry, tobacco and spices. In Chianti-like fashion, it's bone dry, light and delicate of structure, and rather bitter. The color is pale. This is a well-made wine that would be good with a wide variety of foods, especially hard Italian cheeses.",,14,90,California,California Other,California,Pepi 1999 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-1999-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1999,Pepi
,Red,US,"This is a very interesting Syrah and is one to watch in California. The plum, blackberry and rich earth flavors are extremely dry, framed in dusty tannins. It's not a fat, plush wine, but it is complex and layered, a wine that will support foods without stealing the starring role.",Lone Meadow Vineyard,20,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Firefall 1999 Lone Meadow Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firefall-1999-lone-meadow-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Firefall
,Dessert,Italy,"This dessert wine, made from Fiano grapes, is bursting with honeyed apricot and lychee aromas. The flavors turn simpler, leaning toward ripe peaches and corn syrup. It's a soft, luscious wine that fades a bit on the finish but would make a killer pairing with Gorgonzola dolce.",Privilegio,55,90,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1999 Privilegio Fiano (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1999-privilegio-italian-white-fiano-irpinia/,Fiano,1999,Feudi di San Gregorio
,White,France,"To prove that white Bordeaux can age as well as white Burgundy, here comes André Lurton with his wood-aged Château Bonnet. It's a finely made wine, with well-judged wood and ripe, but crisp fruit. It's certainly young at the moment and will repay aging for five years.",Vinifie en Futs de Chene Entre deux Mers,14,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Bonnet 2001 Vinifie en Futs de Chene Entre deux Mers  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonnet-2001-vinifie-en-futs-chene-entre-deux-mers-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2001,Château Bonnet
,Red,France,"André Lurton's top red has dark, black color and sweet, rich perfumed fruit. The tannins are concealed under the richness, but they are there. A flavor of mint gives a touch of freshness.",Bordeaux Rouge,30,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Divinus de Chateau Bonnet 2000 Bordeaux Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/divinus-chateau-bonnet-2000-bordeaux-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Divinus de Chateau Bonnet
,Red,US,"A welcome addition to early-drinking reds from this historic winery. The wine is very dry and crisp, with easy tannins. The flavors? Slightly bitter and dusty, bringing to mind less-than-ripe cherries with hints of tobacco and sage. It has a round suppleness that's hard to describe, but will be fantastic with Italian fare.",Family Reserve,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1999 Family Reserve Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-family-reserve-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Charles Krug
,Sparkling,France,"This is a stylish, fresh wine, with crisp, green, elegant flavors, and refreshing acidity. White fruits and a bright, vibrant mousse make this a great apéritif Champagne. The low dosage means it leaves a bone-dry, crisp aftertaste.",Réserve Blanc de Blancs Brut,23,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Agrapart & Fils NV Réserve Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrapart-fils-nv-reserve-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Agrapart & Fils
,Sparkling,US,"This half-and-half blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay is often referred to as California's best. This year, it's very dry, with nuanced flavors of citrus, peach and yeast. But it feels a little rough on the palate. This youthful scour should soften in a few years.",L'Ermitage,46,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate 1997 L'Ermitage  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-1997-lermitage-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Roederer Estate
11.5,Sparkling,US,"Crisp, firm and packed with intensity. The wine serves up lots of hazelnut, toast, spice, citrus, apple, melon, pear, honeysuckle and herb flavors. Creamy and rich on the finish, with a bright, refreshing edge.",Brut,27,90,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1997 Brut  (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1997-brut-sparkling-long-island-hamptons/,Champagne Blend,1997,Wölffer
,Red,Chile,"Carmenère has a rude, rough character to it, but the addition of 60% Cabernet fancies things up a lot. This is a fascinating wine. It's big, rich and dense. Glycerin coats the glass, and the flavors stick to the palate. Yet the thick tannins are fine and complex. Like a fine Cabernet, with an undercurrent of tobacco.",Cabernet - Carmenere,14,90,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2001 Cabernet - Carmenere Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2001-cabernet-carmenere-red-maule-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2001,Calina
,Red,US,"From a family that pioneered “Pet” in Sonoma, and one that clearly still understands what to do with it, comes this dense, layered wine. It's young, brooding and tannic. This isn't a wimpy drink-me-now wine. It's built to last, and Foppiano Petite Sirahs age gracefully and improve in the bottle for many years.",,23,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Foppiano 2000 Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2000-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,2000,Foppiano
,Red,US,"A very fine, young wine that would be a dead ringer for a good Northern Rhône red except for the rather soft acids. Brilliant fruit straddes the borderline between ripe blackberry fruit and drier pepper, sage and tobacco. Upfront tannins pack a punch. Best to let it rest through 2003. A brand to watch.",,27,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 1999 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Longboard
,Dessert,US,"Needs the right atmosphere to be appreciated, but this is a fine, sweet sip. Starts with aromas of warm pecan pie and dark honey that make the mouth water, and doesn't disappoint with its rich crème brûlée and white chocolate flavors. Sweet, but not shockingly so, the wine has the acids to balance.",Madeira,29,90,California,California Other,California,V. Sattui NV Madeira Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-nv-madeira-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,V. Sattui
14.5,Red,US,"This Santa Cruz winery turns southward in search of ripe Syrah. The grapes certainly achieved high sugars, which winemaker Jeff Ritchey vinified to 14.5%, basically bone dry, leaving behind all sorts of fruity, berry flavors. It's a sumptuous wine, built along Cabernet's lines, yet softer and richer, with a sappiness that cries out to be matched food.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Clos La Chance 2000 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Clos La Chance
,Red,France,"Michel Rolland is the consultant for this wine, and it shows in the hallmark dark purple color, the extracted ripe fruit and concentrated dry tannins. But it is certainly a well-crafted wine, that enough structure to make it ageworthy.",,14,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Domaine de Courteillac 1999  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-courteillac-1999-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine de Courteillac
14,Red,Chile,"What a nice surprise. This full-bodied Merlot is of amazing quality. The dense aromas of coffee, _mocha, earth and spice are unassailable. And the flavors are equally dynamite, with all the concentrated plum and blackberry on display. The finish is smoky, with obvious but welcome wood tones. As the saying goes, try it; you'll like it.",Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva,13,90,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 2000 Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-2000-estate-bottled-prima-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2000,De Martino
,Red,US,"Rich, plush aromas lead off. The wine is smooth-textured and dense, with robust tannins that give good structure and staying power. Spicy black cherry, plum, choclate and herb flavors are well integrated. Toasty oak frames the ensemble. Related to but different from this winery's Zinfandel.",,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rockledge Vineyards 2000 Primitivo (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2000-zinfandel-primitivo-napa-valley/,Primitivo,2000,Rockledge Vineyards
,Red,US,"A lovely, elegant wine, with good balance and rich fruit. It's dry, with a soft, velvety mouthfeel and easy tannins. Not too fruity, with blackberry, peppery flavors and earthier, herbal notes. It has quality written all over it, and is a good example of Syrah from warmer Santa Barbara vineyards.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 1999 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Sunstone
,Red,US,"Pretty much as good as California Sangiovese gets, combining Pinot Noir's soft, supple tannins and Merlot's full-bodied fruit. Very ripe and spicy, with black raspberry flavors, it's dry, with crisp acidity. This is a gentle but firm wine that will go well with a wide variety of foods.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 2000 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-2000-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Luna
,Red,US,"A cool-climate Syrah from a celebrated vineyard, and it does not strike out, with black peppercorn, plum and blackberry notes, and with fine dried-herb flavors showing up in the long finish. Bone-dry, with thick, fine tannins. If you're familiar with a good Bien Nacido Syrah, this is remarkable similar, and suggests the potential of this area for Northern Rhône-style Syrahs.",Gary's,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Novy 2000 Gary's Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2000-garys-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,2000,Novy
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This is actually a blanc de blancs, and as you'd expect, it's very light and elegant. There's just a trace of citrus in the nose, and a hint of peaches on the tongue. Dry and crisp. Could use a touch more finesse in the bubbles, but it's a beautiful wine.",Amber's Cuvee,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance NV Amber's Cuvee Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-nv-ambers-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,,Clos La Chance
13,Sparkling,US,"This is Iron Horse's signature bubbly. Opens with delicate aromas of lime, vanilla and smoke, and when you taste it, strawberries kick in. The mouthfeel is especially nice, light as air and soft as silk, despite the crisp acids.",Classic Vintage Brut,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1997 Classic Vintage Brut  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1997,Iron Horse
13,Sparkling,US,"Fairly dark for a rosé, this Pinot Noir-based bubbly is overtly fruity. Raspberry and strawberry aromas and flavors are complemented by yeast and bread dough. Full-bodied and rich, with a spicy, fruity finish.",Brut Rose,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1997 Brut Rose  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1997,Iron Horse
14.4,Red,US,"Petite Sirah is enjoying a comeback, and here's one reason why. This is a deeply fruity, well oaked, balanced wine. It's rich and intricately detailed, with a myriad of spicy berry flavors. Combines the light softness of Pinot Noir with Cabernet's fullness of body to produce a food-worthy wine that's delicious on its own.",,35,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Hunt Cellars 1997 Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1997-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,1997,Hunt Cellars
10.5,Dessert,US,"They let a few rows of Muscat Canelli raisin up under the blazing September sun, and here's the result. Intensely sweet, like an apricot tart drizzled with clover honey. Fortunately, high acidity sets it off nicely. Clean, vibrant and a dessert in itself.",Tears of Dew - Late Harvest,20,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Tears of Dew - Late Harvest Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-tears-dew-late-harvest-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,2000,EOS
,Sparkling,US,"The richest and finest of this winery's series of value bubblies. This Chardonnay-Pinot Noir blend is delicately scented with raspberry, peach, smoke and yeast, and it's smooth on the palate. So elegant and complex, it's hard to believe it costs so little.",Cuvee Brut,11,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Cuvee Brut  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-cuvee-brut-columbia-valley-wa-21415/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
13.7,Red,US,"Absolutely lovely. Full of pretty raspberry and cherry flavors with peppery spice, and dry. It's not too alcoholic, with tannins that are soft, but intricate and complex. At this price, stock up.",,9,90,California,California Other,California,Buena Vista 2000 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2000-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Buena Vista
,Red,US,"This is a weightier, more tannic wine than Ballentine's regular Zin, and not quite so appealing or flavorful in its youth. There's a deep core of yummy fruit buried down deep that needs the right foods to release its sweetness.",Bg Reserve,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1999 Bg Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1999-bg-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ballentine
,Red,US,"There's a gorgeous smell to this wine, a mixture of blueberries and smoke that's as fragrant as a warm berry tart. The flavor is pretty, too. Richly textured and smooth, dry and supple, this is first-class, elegant Zin.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ballentine
,Red,US,"Bright spice and raspberry aromas lead off. Rich and viscous on the palate with complex layers of herb, earth and blackberry. Long and bright on the finish.",Que Syrah Vineyard,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla Jordan 2000 Que Syrah Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-jordan-2000-que-syrah-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2000,Failla Jordan
10.5,Dessert,Australia,"Well balanced, smooth, sweet and blessed with just the right touch of acidity, this honeyed wine also has a fine blend of orange, peach, melon, spice and citrus flavors. Fresh at the end.",Tintara - Botrytis,17,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2000 Tintara - Botrytis Semillon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2000-tintara-botrytis-semillon-semillon-south-eastern/,Sémillon,2000,Hardys
,Sparkling,France,"This is a finely balanced wine, with a touch of toast and smooth, creamy fruit. For a Chardonnay, it is weighty, full-bodied, well balanced and certainly a wine to go with food.",Special Club Brut,53,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 1997 Special Club Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-1997-special-club-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils
,Red,US,"This Rhône specialist makes his wines in the warmest part of the appellation, and the grapes get plush and polished. Here, you'll find distinctive black cherry flavors with a peppery edge. The wine is very dry, with good tannins, and seems designed for food.",Staley Vineyard,21,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1999 Staley Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1999-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Philip Staley
,Sparkling,France,"A better-balanced wine than the same producer's Cuvée des Caudalies, this blend of 60% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir and 10% Pinot Meunier has aromas of toast and butter that lead to flavors of ripe pears and freshly baked bread. The finish leaves a delicious fresh, crisp, acid taste. This bottle was disgorged on 7/3/2002.",Brut Tradition,38,90,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Brut Tradition  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-brut-tradition-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils
,Red,US,"Reminds me of the young Picasso, before he developed his style. But what promise! Obviously great grapes, yielding intense fruit. Super balance between acids and tannins. This is a single-vineyard wine that will be dependent on the vintage. With some tweaking, in a great year this will be a great wine, one to follow.",Hozhoni Vineyard,38,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rutherford Oaks 1999 Hozhoni Vineyard Syrah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-oaks-1999-hozhoni-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-rutherford/,Syrah,1999,Rutherford Oaks
,Sparkling,France,"Pierre Larmandier produces this special cuvée from selected parcels in his Vertus vineyards. Although it is not indicated, this particular    bottling is all from the 1997 vintage. Aromas of nuts and white flowers are followed on the palate by dry, fresh, elegant flavors. The firm acids and strong mineral streak that runs through it provide definite structure. To finish, there is a clean citrus taste.",Ne d'une Terre de Vertus Premier Cru,42,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier NV Ne d'une Terre de Vertus Premier Cru  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-nv-ne-dune-terre-vertus-premier-cru-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Larmandier-Bernier
,Sparkling,US,"This vintage brut is clearly finer than the regular nonvintage brut. Shares the same character of dry elegance and finesse, with subtle flavor. It's very pinpointed and rich, and feels good and satisfying in the mouth.",Le Premier Reserve,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 1996 Le Premier Reserve  (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-1996-le-premier-reserve-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Korbel
14,Dessert,US,"Quite honey-like, with a strong apricot component. Lush, rich and velvety on the palate. The wine is intense and focused, and long on the finish.",Essencia,35,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2000 Essencia White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2000-essencia-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,2000,Macari
13.5,Red,Chile,"An interesting wine, with a rich tobacco and clove streak that's distinctive. There are underlying flavors of blackberries and chocolate, and the acidity is just right. It has depth and substance, which are rare at this price. Try pulling this one out and serving it to your wine snob neighbor, blind.",,10,90,Maipo Valley,,,Veramonte 2000 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2000-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2000,Veramonte
,Sparkling,US,"This blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc begins with richly attractive scents of dough, straw, vanilla, smoke and pound cake, and drinks very dry and delicate. Subtle citrus and strawberry flavors lead to a clean, lively finish.",Brut Reserve,21,90,California,California Other,California,Thornton 1996 Brut Reserve  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1996-brut-reserve-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1996,Thornton
,Sparkling,France,"This 100% Chardonnay is a dry style, making it great as an apéritif. It has yeasty, honeysuckle aromas, soft flower and honey flavors, and finishes with softness, ripeness and fresh yet subtle acidity.",Extra Brut,32,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Guy Charlemagne NV Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-charlemagne-nv-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Guy Charlemagne
,Red,France,"Another of the properties of Jean-Louis Despagne. This wine is rich and intense with flavors of mint and eucalyptus which give it an exotic element. It is powerful and concentrated, with soft tannins. It will be ready to drink in two or three years.",Grande Cuvee,13,90,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Bel Air Perponcher 1999 Grande Cuvee  (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bel-air-perponcher-1999-grande-cuvee-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Château Bel Air Perponcher
,Sparkling,France,"Philippe Chartogne's nonvintage Blanc de Blancs comes from 25-year-old vines in his family's Merfy vineyard. With its apple and green fruit aromas and soft, creamy mousse, it manages to balance richness, softness and acidity. The aftertaste is light and crisp.",Cuvée Sainte-Anne Blanc de Blancs Brut,41,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Chartogne-Taillet NV Cuvée Sainte-Anne Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartogne-taillet-nv-cuvee-sainte-anne-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Chartogne-Taillet
,Red,US,"Smells great, bursting with smoky oak, black cherry, dark chocolate, herb and truffle aromas that make your mouth water. The flavors are less flamboyant, though, wrapped in dusty, sticky tannins that coat the palate. Underneath is a deep core of cherry fruit.",,22,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cline 2000 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,2000,Cline
,Red,US,"An intense perfume of raspberries, lavender, sage and smoke wafts from the glass, alongside a good dose of lightly charred oak. This pretty aroma leads to a very dry, supple mouthfeel, soft in acidity and light in tannins, which makes the wine deliciously gentle and silky. From the appellation's west side.",,30,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Winchester 2000 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winchester-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Winchester
15,Red,US,"There's a ton of varietal character in this fnely crafted wine, from the pepper and plum flavors to the rich, full-bodied texture. It's big and dense but never loses sight of elegance and finesse. The velvety texture is a delight. Great value compared to some of these superpremium prices.",,16,91,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2000 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Crystal Valley Cellars
,Red,US,"The wine is front-end loaded with zippy raspberry, cherry, herb, earth, vanilla, chocolate and blackberry flavors. It's clean and fresh,yet long on the finish. Really lovely.",,30,91,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2000 Syrah (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-chalone/,Syrah,2000,Chalone Vineyard
,Red,Chile,"Deep purplish-scarlet in color, with rich tobacco, cassis and smoke aromas and an incredibly dense mouthfeel. The dry fruit and soft, luscious tannins make the wine weightless on the palate.",Envero,15,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2000 Envero Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2000-envero-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Apaltagua
,Sparkling,France,"The Special Club is a grouping of around 30 vignerons who taste each other's wines before allowing the member to make a Special Club bottling. This 1997 vintage wine is almost completely dry to taste, allowing the rich fruit to dominate. Mineral and lemon flavors work with the attractive fruit. This is a wine that will develop well over the next few years.",Special Club Brut,51,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier 1997 Special Club Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-1997-special-club-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Larmandier-Bernier
,Sparkling,France,"This wine is dry, without any dosage to soften the dryness. But the richness of the fruit amply compensates, and leaves a finely balanced wine, which now has some age. The aftertaste, with its crisp feel, is completely refreshing.",Oenophile Extra Brut,45,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils 1995 Oenophile Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-gimonnet-fils-1995-oenophile-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pierre Gimonnet et Fils
,Red,Chile,"This inaugural high-end 100% Syrah from one of Chile's best wineries is thick, rich, concentrated and everything else that makes a wine a true blockbuster. Smoked meat and deep, dark berries make up the nose. The palate is luscious and full of black fruit. The viscous mouthfeel is a showstopper. On a par with the world's best Syrahs.",Folly,70,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2000 Folly Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-folly-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2000,Montes
,Red,US,"Oded Shakked is the winemaker at J and this is his own label. Wth this wine he shows he likes the peppery Syrahs of the Northern Rhône. The flavors are as good as anything you'll find in California, with plums and white pepper and a just-right overlay of oak. The acidity this vintage is a little too soft, but the elegance almost makes you not notice.",,29,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 2000 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,2000,Longboard
,Red,US,"A Rhône-style field blend that shows why this style of red wine was a favorite of the oldtimers. It's rich, dense, concentrated, and just plain fun to drink. Somehow combines easiness with complexity, making this dry, fruity wine one of the most versatile bottlings of the vintage. Forward tannins in the finish suggest aging possibilities.",Dry Creek Cuvee,18,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2000 Dry Creek Cuvee Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2000-dry-creek-cuvee-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Quivira
,Red,Italy,"Although officially classified as Aglianico, it now appears that the vines may be Merlot. It certainly tastes more like Merlot, with creamy mocha, black cherry and tobacco-leaf aromas and flavors. The mouthfeel is impressively smooth and rich, blending in supple tannins that pick up hints of black tea on the finish.",Patrimo,115,91,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2000 Patrimo Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2000-patrimo-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,2000,Feudi di San Gregorio
,Sparkling,France,"From his 30-acre vineyard in the Aube, Serge Mathieu makes a complex, honeyed blend of two-thirds Pinot Noir and one-third Chardonnay. Flavors of hazelnuts and quince go with fresh balanced toast and yeast. The wine practically floats across the palate, leaving a light, fresh feel. This is a great apéritif wine.",Cuvée Prestige Brut,34,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Serge Mathieu NV Cuvée Prestige Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serge-mathieu-nv-cuvee-prestige-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Serge Mathieu
,Red,US,"Any century-old vines that remain in California must be paid attention to. This wine celebrates a varietal usually thought of as inferior. But the wine is intense and thought-provoking. It's dark in color and in tone, with flavors of plums, black cherries and dark chocolate, and very dry. It's too soft in acidity, and would earn extra points if it were crisper. But it's a fascinating character study.",Nies Old Vine,14,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Gnekow 2000 Nies Old Vine Carignane (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gnekow-2000-nies-old-vine-carignan-carignane-central-valley-lodi/,Carignane,2000,Gnekow
11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Traditional scents and aromas of hay and citrus blend with unexpected ones like durum flour, mango and apricot. Frothy on the palate, with brisk acidity and a slightly chalky medium-length finish. Overall, an even package that will age well.",,19,91,Australia Other,Australia,,Greg Norman Estates NV  Australia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-nv-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Greg Norman Estates
9.5,Dessert,US,"Thick, viscous—almost oily—and so rich it makes a fine dessert on its own. The wine offers lush peach, apricot, vanilla, spice, tangerine and toast flavors, finishing long.",Frost - Glacon du Raison,31,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Folie à Deux 1999 Frost - Glacon du Raison Gewürztraminer (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1999-frost-glacon-raison-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Folie à Deux
,Red,US,"From mountain vineyards, with a touch of Petite Sirah, Grenache and Carignane, this tastes like an old-fashioned field blend. It has that wild explosion of berries and stone fruits, but the winemaking was very fine, resulting in fine tannins and a soft, dry mouthfeel.",Great Estates,25,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Great Estates Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-great-estates-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2000,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"Randall Grahm continues to make this wine harder and earthier with every vintage. The wine this year suggests sage and tobacco and black cherries, and is fairly tannic. It's a sophisticated wine; complex, layered and interesting. Far from flamboyant, it's understated and intense, with a dry finish.",Le Cigare Volant,32,91,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2000 Le Cigare Volant Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2000-le-cigare-volant-red-other/,Red Blend,2000,Bonny Doon
,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, this has the same style of mature fruit as all the Chartogne-Taillet wines. It's finely balanced, with a good structure and elegance. Finishes with flavors of almonds and quince.",Cuvée Sainte-Anne Brut,44,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Chartogne-Taillet 1996 Cuvée Sainte-Anne Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartogne-taillet-1996-cuvee-sainte-anne-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Chartogne-Taillet
12,White,US,"A wonderful dessert wine, spicy, rich and lush, with fig and grapefruit flavors at the fore. Layers of floral qualities are interspersed with herb, citrus, beach plum and honey notes. Sweet but not cloying thanks to zingy acidity.",Vista Verde Vineyard - Late Harvest,20,91,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Vinum Cellars 2000 Vista Verde Vineyard - Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2000-vista-verde-vineyard-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Vinum Cellars
,Red,France,"Jean-Louis Despagne has made a deep, dark-colored wine from his flagship property. It is polished and smooth, with rich fruit that is still dominated by wood at this stage, but with powerful dark fruit flavors underneath. This is a wine with great intensity and the chance to age for at least 10 years.",Cuvee Passion Bordeaux Rouge,19,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Tour de Mirambeau 2000 Cuvee Passion Bordeaux Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tour-mirambeau-2000-cuvee-passion-bordeaux-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Tour de Mirambeau
,Red,US,"This is mountain fruit all the way, big and impressive. Grapes don't get much riper than this, offering up a huge blast of wild berry, dark stone-fruit and chocolate flavors. The wine is very dry and fairly tannic. Best of all, it has the crisp acidity needed to add focus to all this seductive flavor.",Beatty Ranch,27,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,V. Sattui 2000 Beatty Ranch Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2000-beatty-ranch-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2000,V. Sattui
,Dessert,Australia,"Lushly textured, with a heady blend of citrus and apricot notes that pair wonderfully. Honey, peach, toast and herbs add character. The finish is long and velvety. A classy dessert.",Golden Mist - Boytrytis,18,91,New South Wales,Riverina,,Three Bridges 1999 Golden Mist - Boytrytis Semillon (Riverina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-bridges-1999-golden-mist-boytrytis-semillon-semillon-riverina/,Sémillon,1999,Three Bridges
,Red,US,"A deep purple hue foreshadows the ripe, rich flavors in this wine. Jammy blackberry, cassis, herb, licorice and spice all blend nicely. They are framed in supple, firm tannins and backed by a tangy finish.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 1999 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-1999-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Madrigal
,Red,Chile,"The top tier of Apaltagua's three Carmenères is softer and richer in fruity flavors, with extremely fine tannins. It's plump and sumptuous as velvet on the palate. Seems balanced enough for the cellar, but the Envero bottling, at half the price, is a better value.",Grial,30,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2000 Grial Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2000-grial-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Apaltagua
12,Sparkling,US,"Fresh, rich and toasty smooth, with complex vanilla, pear, apple, citrus and floral notes. Creamy on the finish. A fine example of what bottle age can do for bubbly.",Late Disgorged - Carneros Cuvee - Brut,32,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1992 Late Disgorged - Carneros Cuvee - Brut  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1992-late-disgorged-carneros-cuvee-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1992,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,US,"Incredibly velvety, with lush, cherry, floral, raspberry, herb, chocolate and spice flavors. Smooth and sleek. A fine example of this varietal in America.",,29,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 1999 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-1999-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Benessere
,Red,US,"No problem at all getting the grapes rich and ripe, with scads of red and blackberry and stone-fruit flavors that go on forever into the finish. Yet the wine manages to keep this tremendous mouthful of fruit balanced and elegant through exquisitely fine tannins and judicious oak. A bit alcoholic and hot in the finish, but wears its size well.",James Berry Bone Rock,50,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Saxum 2000 James Berry Bone Rock Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxum-2000-james-berry-bone-rock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Saxum
13.8,Dessert,US,"Viscous and silky, with loads of apricot, mandarin orange, spice, apple, citrus and herb flavors. Sweet and lush, yet long and bright on the finish. Who needs dessert with a wine like this?",Late Harvest,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 1998 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-1998-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Santa Barbara Winery
,Red,US,"What a difference a block makes. This is good Zin, but not as fruity as Block 7. It's tighter and leaner, with tobacco and sage flavors, although there's a rich core of blackberry and the oaky notes add additional sweetness. The ultralong finish, which is breathtaking, suggests ageability.",Block 28,28,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hendry 1999 Block 28 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-1999-block-28-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Hendry
,Red,US,"There's so much to like here, it's hard to know where to start. Begin with the texture and mouthfeel, which is wonderfully rich and velvety. It coats the palate, spreading berry flavors all over and penetrating the taste buds with lively acidity. The finish is as sweet as honey, maybe a little too sweet given the soft acids.",,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 2000 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2000,Novy
9,Dessert,Canada,"Absolutely luscious, rich, viscous and full-on, with apricot, peach, caramel crème brûlée flavors at the center. Good acidity leaves a freshness on the finish, with lengthy hints of honey and vanilla.",Proprietor's Grand Reserve Ice Wine,60,92,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Jackson-Triggs 1998 Proprietor's Grand Reserve Ice Wine Riesling (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-triggs-1998-proprietors-grand-reserve-ice-wine-riesling-okanagan-valley/,Riesling,1998,Jackson-Triggs
,Sparkling,France,"Many of the vines that go to make this wine are 75 years old; others are 40 years old. It is an extra brut, very dry wine, with toast aromas and flavors of almonds and green plums. At this stage, it is very young, and certainly needs another five years before its richness and great elegance take charge.",Vieilles Vignes de Cramant,50,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Larmandier-Bernier 1998 Vieilles Vignes de Cramant  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/larmandier-bernier-1998-vieilles-vignes-cramant-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1998,Larmandier-Bernier
12.3,Sparkling,US,"Rich and ripe, yet light and elegant, too. A wonderful blend of toasty citrus, melon, floral, honey and herb flavors, all couched in a classy bubbly base.",Reserve Cuvee,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1995 Reserve Cuvee Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1995-reserve-cuvee-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1995,Schramsberg
,Red,France,"A very polished performance from one of the best wine producers in Bordeaux's Entre-deux-Mers region. The color is brightly purple. Sweet fruit aromas go through to the modern, smooth flavors, balancing new wood and ripe black fruit. While the wood tannins dominate at the moment, they should soften, and this will become a fine, ageworthy wine.",Reserve Francis Courselle,10,92,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Thieuley 2000 Reserve Francis Courselle  (Bordeaux Supérieur),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thieuley-2000-reserve-francis-courselle-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Thieuley
12.8,Sparkling,US,"Smells rich and complex, offering up a myriad of strawberry, white chocolate, toasted almond, vanilla and bread dough aromas and flavors. Absolutely delicious bubbly, creamy and clean. The rich, spicy finish has a taste of yeast.",Blanc de Noirs,30,92,California,California Other,California,Schramsberg 1998 Blanc de Noirs Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1998-blanc-noirs-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"Ultrarich on the palate, muscular and beautifully structured, with gobs of meaty black cherry, black currant, coffee, tea, leather, earth and herb tones. Ripe tannins frame it, with a long, lush finish.",Estate,48,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Failla Jordan 2000 Estate Syrah (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/failla-jordan-2000-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-coast/,Syrah,2000,Failla Jordan
,Red,US,"Rich and ripe, with lush black cherry and plum flavors, hints of sage, chocolate and smoke, all couched in toasty sweet oak highlighted by herbs and spice. A powerhouse that's long on the finish.",Estate,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 1999 Estate Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-1999-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Benessere
,Red,US,"This Rhône blend from Robert Mondavi-owned Byron contains 80% Syrah and smaller amounts of Grenache and Mourvedre from the Santa Maria and Santa Ynez valleys. It's a dark, young, brooding wine. There are impressive berry and dark stone-fruit flavors encased in thick but fine tannins, although the wine is a little soft. It possesses elegant complexity.",IO,60,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Byron 1999 IO Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1999-io-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,1999,Byron
,Sparkling,France,"This is made from old vines with an average age of 55 years, growing in Avize. The 100% wood aging gives it richness and complexity. But it is still young, and this is the style of Champagne, balancing ripeness, white fruits, toast and acidity, that will age well for the next 10 years and beyond.",L'Avizoise Blanc de Blancs Brut,53,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Agrapart & Fils 1995 L'Avizoise Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agrapart-fils-1995-lavizoise-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Agrapart & Fils
,Red,US,"What a nice Zin. It's very forward-fruity. You'll get off on the endlessly rich blackberry, cherry and boysenberry flavors, spiced up with pepper, tobacco, tobasco and sweet oak. On the other hand, the acids and tannins are dry. Feels just great in the mouth, massaging the palate with soft, creamy tannins.",Block 7,20,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 1999 Block 7 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-1999-block-7-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Hendry
,White,US,"Complex and honeyed, with apricot, melon, peach, herb and spice flavors. Silky-smooth and lush on the palate; sleek and refined. Delicious.",Bing Vineyard - Ice Wine,20,92,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Silvan Ridge 1999 Bing Vineyard - Ice Wine Gewürztraminer (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-1999-bing-vineyard-ice-wine-gewurztraminer-southern-umpqua-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Silvan Ridge
,Red,US,"A very pure Zin, with lots of integrity. It has the brambly, wild berry flavors lovers of this varietal expect, wrapped in dry, dusty tannins. The structure and mouthfeel are rich and beautifully balanced.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 2000 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2000-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Louis M. Martini
,Red,Chile,"Just the fifth vintage of this Concha y Toro/Baron Rothschild joint venture superbly blends the robust with the reserved. Despite a challenging millennium vintage, the wine is ripe, with cassis and licorice aromas and expressive currant and plum flavors. The tannins are mild, the finish deep with plum and coffee. While not a heavyweight Cabernet, it still packs punch. Drink now through 2007.",,91,92,Puente Alto,,,Almaviva 2000 Red (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaviva-2000-red-puente-alto/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Almaviva
,Sparkling,France,"The combination of the name of Le Mesnil and the word for vintage, Mesnillesimé is hardly subtle. Nor is the bottle, with its Belle Epoque design. But the wine is great: Full-bodied, piled with ripe green plums and crisp freshness, it finishes with a lingering toasty, creamy note.",Mesnillesime Brut,50,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Guy Charlemagne 1996 Mesnillesime Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guy-charlemagne-1996-mesnillesime-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Guy Charlemagne
13.6,Dessert,US,"Opens with a blast of apricot, lemon mousse, vanilla, butterscotch and smoky cinnamon aromas, and then really takes off in the mouth. It's dessert in a glass, liquid peach cobbler drizzled with honey and vanilla syrup. Very sweet, with 12 percent residual sugar, but a firm spine of acidity provides balance. An unusual blend of Chardonnay, Riesling and Sauvignon Blanc. The alcohol level is 13.6%.",Violetta - Late Harvest,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2000 Violetta - Late Harvest White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2000-violetta-late-harvest-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2000,Grgich Hills
,Red,US,"One of the best Zinfandels of the year. It defines Dry Creek Valley in its brambly fruit and soft, dusty tannins, but raises the bar in elegance, complexity and sheer pleasure. It's a very dry wine, with a trace of bitterness in the finish. Drink this with the finest barbecue and grilled meats you can find.",Old Vine / Old Clone,20,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 2000 Old Vine / Old Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-2000-old-vine-old-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Preston
,Sparkling,France,"A great, pure-flavored wine, full of soft, toasty flavors, layers of honey and nuts and a fine citrus streak. This is a delicious example of good Chardonnay that marries structure and acidity with richness and elegance.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,48,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Bonnaire 1997 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonnaire-1997-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1997,Bonnaire
12,Dessert,US,"There is something “sublime” in the intensely apricoty, orange blossom and honeyed aromas and rich, decadent flavors. Make no mistake, this is a very sweet wine, but beautifully balanced by crisp acids. A noble dessert wine, and fairly priced for this quality.",Cuvee Sublime,20,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2001 Cuvee Sublime Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2001-cuvee-sublime-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Babcock
13.8,Red,US,"With wines like this, Santa Barbara argues that it's the greatest home for Syrah in California. Incredibly dark and dense, the wine offers up deep flavors of plums and blackberries. It's pretty tannic now, but fat and dense, the kind of wine that will easily age. Possesses that elusive quality of elegance.",Black Label Cuvee,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2000 Black Label Cuvee Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-black-label-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2000,Babcock
,Sparkling,France,"Chartogne-Taillet, owned by a family who have been growing grapes since the 15th century, have parcels of old vines in their Merfy vineyards, which go to make this fine mature wine. With aromas of white flowers and flavors of toast and ripe fruit, it blends complexity with a sensational, lingering aftertaste.",Fiacre Tete de Cuvée Brut,49,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Chartogne-Taillet NV Fiacre Tete de Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartogne-taillet-nv-fiacre-tete-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Chartogne-Taillet
12,Sparkling,US,"Incredibly rich and smooth, with subtle flavors of peaches, vanilla, yeast and smoke. Very dry, but so rich and creamy—just luscious. Feels light and airy and elegant all the way through the long finish.",J. Schram,80,93,California,Napa,Napa County,Schramsberg 1996 J. Schram  (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1996-j-schram-sparkling-napa-county/,Champagne Blend,1996,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"From young vines in this southwest Napa appellation, a dramatic wine, dense and opulent. It's dark and brooding to look at, a purple, glyceriney wine that could easily lose balance, but doesn't. Underlying flavors of plum, blackberry, licorice and spices are balanced with superb tannins and acids and just-right oak. The finish is incredibly long and satisfying. Only the second commercial release.",,50,93,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Lagier Meredith 1999 Syrah (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagier-meredith-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-mount-veeder/,Syrah,1999,Lagier Meredith
,Red,US,"And the Oscar for the darkest wine of the year goes to…Stags' Leap! Black as a moonless midnight, and one whiff sends you to heaven. Plums, blackberries, oak, all the right stuff. Sheer lusciousness, big, rich and unctuous, fruity, rich and dry. Terrific now with game and roasts, but you can age it forever.",,31,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1999 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1999-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Stags' Leap Winery
,Red,US,"While others struggle to figure out Sangiovese, Shafer takes the lead to produce one of the most distinctive, noteworthy efforts in California. Tobacco, earth and cherry flavors, and a light, airy texture, mark the Sangiovese, while 5% Cabernet Sauvignon adds currants and tannic structure. The result is complex, stylish and compelling. This surely is one of the best super Tuscans in the state, and perhaps anywhere.",Firebreak,32,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 1999 Firebreak Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1999-firebreak-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Shafer
,Red,US,"This is a beautiful, rich wine, impressive for the depth of its violet, lavender, blueberry and strawberry aromas and flavors. The    smoke and char of oak plays a supporting role in creating layers of complexity. Well-known winemaker Heidi Barrett assembled this elegant, subtle and tasteful wine.",,21,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Paige 23 2000 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paige-23-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2000,Paige 23
10.5,Dessert,New Zealand,"Simply gorgeous. This honeyed, apricot-laden, rich, plush dessert wine is balanced by zippy acidity and leaves the palate fresh, clean and satiated. Peach, orange and nectarine flavors add interest. Complex.",Reserve Botrytised,24,93,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 1999 Reserve Botrytised Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-1999-reserve-botrytised-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1999,Wairau River
,Red,US,"From a winery specializing in this rare Bordeaux variety, comes this sexy wine, rich and full-bodied. It spreads over the palate like velvet, spreading massive flavors of sweet cherry and chocolate. The tannins are soft and fully resolved.",Reserve,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edgewood 1998 Reserve Malbec (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgewood-1998-reserve-malbec-napa-valley/,Malbec,1998,Edgewood
,Sparkling,France,"A rich, hugely concentrated Champagne, with structured Chardonnay fruit, fine acidity and balance. Flavors of almonds and butter give it complexity. It is ready to drink now, but this wine will certainly age well for the next decade.",Cramant Cuvée Prestige Brut,48,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Bonnaire 1996 Cramant Cuvée Prestige Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonnaire-1996-cramant-cuvee-prestige-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Bonnaire
17.5,Dessert,Australia,"This wine is so intensely textured and flavored, you've got to brace yourself. Packed with ultra sweet honey, peach, dried apricot, toast, walnut, coffee, caramel, licorice and sesame notes, it holds onto the palate with bright acidity and length. Massive.",Rutherglen,10,94,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells NV Rutherglen Muscat (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-nv-rutherglen-muscat-rutherglen/,Muscat,,Campbells
,Red,US,"The vineyard is in southern Napa, a relatively cool region. The wine is very dark, with a purple color, and it stains the glass. It smells tight, earthy and young now, offering up just a tease of cassis. But it erupts on the palate with an explosion of berries, spices and fine tannins. Extraordinarily rich now, but will unquestionably develop.",Page-Nord,26,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 2000 Page-Nord Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-2000-page-nord-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2000,Novy
,Red,US,"An astonishing Zin, easily among the best of the vintage, and all the more exciting due to its vineyard, in cold, foggy Pinot Noir country on the far west edge of the appellation. Hard to exaggerrate the quality of the fruit and tannins. Dry and complex, this has quality of a fine Napa Cabernet, with Zin's quintessentially wild personality. But only 240 cases were produced.",Morelli Lane Vineyard,35,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Morelli Lane Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-morelli-lane-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,US,"It's easy to make Cab Franc tasty almost anywhere, but difficult to make it great. Pride succeeds in the latter with mountain grapes that concentrate flavors. Lush, opulent blackberry fruit is exquisitely offset with rich oak and dusty tannins. The texture is fabulous, at once light and dense.",,52,95,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2000 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2000-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Pride Mountain
,Red,US,"Brutally good—in fact, fabulous—Syrah. Has the class, depth and richness of the best Northern Rhônes. The density of texture is like molten lead, with a quicksilvery mouthfeel that spreads delicious fruit across the palate. Yet despite all this power, the wine feels light and feathery. It combines elegance with mass in an extraordinary way.",,46,95,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Carlisle 2000 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlisle-2000-syrah-dry-creek-valley-23864/,Syrah,2000,Carlisle
,Dessert,US,"Extraordinarily sweet and concentrated, coating the mouth with sugar and honey and the distinctive apricot flavor of botrytis. The underlying fruit flavors veer toward mangoes and papaya, although high acidity makes for a citrusy undercurrent. It's not just rich, it's elegant.",Botrytis,25,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 2000 Botrytis White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2000-botrytis-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,2000,Voss
,Port/Sherry,US,"Very sweet and viscous in the mouth, a wine that blankets the palate with velvet and fine dusty tannins. The flavors are of sweetened espresso, blackberry and blueberry liqueur and cassis, dark milk chocolate and rich cocoa, and a beautiful peppery note that braces against the overt sweetness. One of the best California Ports in recent memory.",Touriga Nacional Vintage Reserve,40,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Belo 1999 Touriga Nacional Vintage Reserve Port (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belo-1999-touriga-nacional-vintage-reserve-port-blend-port-napa-valley/,Port,1999,Belo
13,Red,Australia,"Very light, with spicy green aromas and much more tomato than fruit. The flavors are sugary and sweet. It should not be hard to find better Cabs than this.",,10,80,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wombat Gully 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wombat-gully-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Wombat Gully
,Red,Portugal,"A disappointment from one of the Douro pioneers of table wines. Light, with red fruit and meaty aromas, it is   rather lean and displays tart acids and bitterness. Offers high acid and low richness. —R.V.",Quinta do Cotto,20,80,Douro,,,Montez Champalimaud 1999 Quinta do Cotto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montez-champalimaud-1999-quinta-cotto-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Montez Champalimaud
12,Red,Italy,"This wine is light to the eye, with leather and distant dried-fruit aromas. The palate is thin and starched out, with some raspberry fruit barely helping out the tomato flavor that drives the palate. Even the name on this made-for-export wine, “Paul the Tuscan,” is weak. —M.S.",,8,80,Tuscany,Chianti,,Paolo Toscano 2000  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-toscano-2000-red-chianti/,Red Blend,2000,Paolo Toscano
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Smoky and toasty, but lean. The palate is sour, with a heavy shot of lime pith. The tangy, thin finish doesn't bring it back from the edge. Lean and mean. —M.S.",Blanc de Noir Brut Rose,11,80,,Trento,,Rotari NV Blanc de Noir Brut Rose  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-blanc-noir-brut-rose-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,,Rotari
14,Red,Italy,"Citrus peel and chemical aromas? That's not what the average Tuscan red delivers. And the palate is strange, with a seemingly injected wood-spice flavor. Feel and finish are not the big issues: They are O.K. But there's something weird here, something that's hard to put a finger on. Borderline at best. —M.S.",L'Aspetto,14,80,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Fattoria Fibbiano 2000 L'Aspetto Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-fibbiano-2000-laspetto-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,2000,Fattoria Fibbiano
14,White,US,"Kind of earthy and lemony, with some simple melon and peach characteristics. A bit weedy at the end.",,18,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cline 2000 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2000-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2000,Cline
13.5,White,Australia,,Bin 77,9,80,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 2001 Bin 77 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2001-bin-77-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2001,Lindemans
13,Red,Australia,"Simple and straightforward, with cherry, spice and toasty oak at the fore.",Bin 40,8,80,South Australia,Riverland,,Lindemans 2001 Bin 40 Merlot (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2001-bin-40-merlot-riverland/,Merlot,2001,Lindemans
14.3,White,US,". The wine's pale translucence is a fair indicator of what's coming next, which is not much. Light citrus and canned-fruit aromas portend a dilute palate. The finish is mildly bitter, with little more than white pepper. Oregon has proven itself capable of producing Pinot Gris with more guts than this. —M.S.",Founders' Reserve,18,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2001 Founders' Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2001-founders-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Sparkling,Italy,"Neutral aromas are nothing if not medicinal. Some lime and banana flavors come across the palate, and there's a bit of pop to the finish. But otherwise it's flat, dull and mostly lamentable. —M.S.",Extra Dry,15,81,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Col de' Salici NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-de-salici-nv-extra-dry-prosecco-di-valdobbiadene-22660/,Prosecco,,Col de' Salici
13,White,US,A blend of peach and bright lemon flavors. Short but clean on the finish.,,8,81,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Butterfield Station
,Red,Portugal,"A dry wine, with a touch of greeness to it. The dryness is softened a little by some black fruit. —R.V.",Vinha da Tapada,15,81,Alentejano,,,Herdade dos Coelheiros 2000 Vinha da Tapada Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-coelheiros-2000-vinha-tapada-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Herdade dos Coelheiros
,Red,Portugal,"The wine has a pleasant color, but rustic, barnyard aromas, and is rather lean. The aftertaste is more pleasant, with some soft tannins and easy ripeness. —R.V.",Roquevale Chao de Xisto,6,81,Alentejano,,,Herdade da Madeira 2000 Roquevale Chao de Xisto Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-madeira-2000-roquevale-chao-xisto-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,2000,Herdade da Madeira
12.5,Red,US,Almost shockingly green and weedy for a '99. Hard to taste anything beyond the tart pepper flavors and raspingly dry tannins that leave the palate numb. —S.H.,,9,81,California,California Other,California,Round Hill 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/round-hill-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Round Hill
13.5,Red,Australia,"Graham crackers and citrus rind but no real fruit make up the nose. The flavors are sweet like a confection, as if residual sugar is present. The finish is oaky and overall the wine seems manipulated more than natural.",,10,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Nardone Baker 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nardone-baker-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Nardone Baker
12.5,Red,US,"Bizarre, even at this price. Smells like artificially flavored cherry cough drops, and then turns thick and syrupy in the mouth. The finish is cloying. —S.H.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Butterfield Station
13,Red,Italy,"This wine just doesn't have it. It mixes tobacco and green bean aromas and the result is something akin to clove. Which doesn't sound bad, but is it Syrah? The mouth features pickled fruit and the finish tosses up some burnt coffee. Even the feel is hard and unfriendly. —M.S.",Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini,19,81,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Castello di Poppiano 2000 Conte Ferdinando Guicciardini Syrah (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-poppiano-2000-conte-ferdinando-guicciardini-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Syrah,2000,Castello di Poppiano
11.7,White,Australia,,Bin 95,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2001 Bin 95 Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2001-bin-95-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Lindemans
12.3,Red,Australia,"Brick-ish in color, with light and spicy aromas and more than a touch of tomato. The palate is thin and vegetal, and the finish provides the undisputed tang of tomato juice. Some spice and mild fruit is here, but it's pretty weak.",,10,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Southern Tracks 2000 Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/southern-tracks-2000-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2000,Southern Tracks
,Red,Portugal,"Earthy fruit on the nose. Barnyard flavors with some bitter, rustic fruits. A blend of Castelão and Tinta Miúda, it is traditional in style and very dry. —R.V.",Aristocrata,6,82,Estremadura,,,Companhia das Quintas 2000 Aristocrata Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2000-aristocrata-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2000,Companhia das Quintas
14,Red,Australia,"The bouquet is basically nonexistent—it's that flat and mute. Weak but tart flavors of plum and strawberry lead into a finish that has sticky, overt tannins. This wine isn't offensive, but it has no real personality to speak of.",,15,82,Victoria,Victoria,,Blue Pyrenees 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pyrenees-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Blue Pyrenees
12.5,White,US,"A bit cloying at first, but healthy acidity adds balance. Flavors are pleasant, with nice apple and peach notes at the fore.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Smoking Loon 2000 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smoking-loon-2000-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Smoking Loon
,Red,Portugal,,Tradicao,6,82,Beira Interior,,,Companhia das Quintas 2000 Tradicao Red (Beira Interior),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/companhia-das-quintas-2000-tradicao-red-beira-interior/,Red Blend,2000,Companhia das Quintas
13.5,Red,US,"Whatever “Private Selection” means, it's not an indication of quality. This is a weak, simple wine, with thin fruit and more than a bit of the veggies. The dry mouthfeel leads to a cough-syrup finish. —S.H.",Coastal - Private Selection,11,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal - Private Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-private-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Robert Mondavi
,Red,Portugal,"This wine's color is already fading. Aromas of old wood are followed on the palate by juicy and jammy flavors. It is ripe, light and easy, with a dusty layer. —R.V.",Alianca Reserva,7,82,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 1998 Alianca Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1998-alianca-reserva-red-dao/,Red Blend,1998,Caves Aliança
13.3,Red,US,"Very dark in color, with weak aromas of currants and coffee. It's soft and simple to taste, but the big problem is residual sugar. It's too sweet and cloying. —S.H.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,McManis 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,McManis
,Red,Portugal,"A sweetly perfumed wine, light and fresh, with curious flavors of candies. —R.V.",Calhandriz,7,82,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Romeira 2000 Calhandriz Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romeira-2000-calhandriz-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2000,Quinta da Romeira
13.5,Red,US,"Thin and weedy, with sage and chlorophyll aromas. Tastes a little fruitier than it smells, with some dry berry flavors, but it's pretty rough going. —S.H.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Woodbridge
,White,US,"An awkward wine despite its flavorsome profile. Tastes like cotton candy, with sugary strawberry notes, and has a thick texture, like cream, but insufficient acidity to support it.",,14,82,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,EXP 2001 Viognier (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exp-2001-viognier-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Viognier,2001,EXP
,Red,US,Thin and charmless. There are some watered-down blackberry flavors but basically the wine is weedy and green. Acids are accordingly sharp. —S.H.,,7,82,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Butterfield Station
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"In an ode to Asti, this sweet bubbly is racy, with pine and flower aromas. But the palate is overtly sweet, and probably only the biggest sugar fiends will find it to their liking. In many ways it tastes like sweet German Riesling. Very odd and lacking harmony. —M.S.",Carta Nevada Spumante,10,82,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Spumante  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-spumante-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
,Red,Portugal,"This has rustic flavors with soft tannins and some attractive red berry fruits, but finishes green. —R.V.",Roquevale,16,82,Alentejo,,,Herdade da Madeira 1999 Roquevale Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herdade-madeira-1999-roquevale-red-alentejo/,Red Blend,1999,Herdade da Madeira
,Red,Portugal,"The second wine of Quinta do Carmo is dominated by earthy, meaty aromas. While the fruit has some richness and solid fruit, it is also dry, with awkward, earthy tannins. —R.V.",Dom Martinho,10,82,Alentejano,,,Quinta do Carmo 1999 Dom Martinho Red (Alentejano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-1999-dom-martinho-red-alentejano/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta do Carmo
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Toasted aromas take the form of coconut and roasted hazelnuts. On the palate, the unmistakable flavor of popcorn overrides what apple fruit might want to show its face. The finish is heavy and dry, and all in all it really doesn't offer much to win you over. —M.S.",Saten,27,82,Lombardy,Terre di Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 1997 Saten  (Terre di Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-1997-saten-sparkling-terre-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,1997,Contadi Castaldi
12,Sparkling,Italy,"A sparkler made from this grape is going to be funky by nature, so don't be shocked by the unconventional aromas of smoked meat, mustard seed and basil. The flavor profile is exceedingly sweet, but the acidity is correct so the balance seems solid. This is a strange wine, a mixed bag of flavor and funk.",Amabile Frizzante,9,82,Central Italy,Colli Piacentini,,Don Gatti NV Amabile Frizzante Malvasia Bianca (Colli Piacentini),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-gatti-nv-amabile-frizzante-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-colli-piacentini/,Malvasia Bianca,,Don Gatti
13.5,Red,Australia,"For a wine of this price, there is too much veggie action. In fact, there is far too much in the way of vegetal aromas and flavors for a wine of any price. Yes, it has ample structure and a smooth mouthfeel, but rarely do you encounter a Cabernet that's this underripe.",Orange Vineyard,30,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek,,Rosemount 1999 Orange Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-orange-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rosemount
,White,US,"Inexpensive, but an odd wine. It has peach flavors, with the vanilla and creamy overlay of barrel fermentation and oak aging. But there's a funky quality that may come from the use, for the first time at this winery, of wild yeast. The aroma and finish both have off notes.",,12,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Sebastiani
13.5,White,US,"Quite oaky and bright, with a tangy lemon core. Somewhat simple and lean; clean on the finish.",,17,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Markham
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The nose is downright flat, with just a hint of burnt vegetable. The palate is rather hollow, while the finish is tart and unexciting. The mouthfeel is fine, and overall the wine isn't overtly flawed. But it is dull as old nails and elicits no excitement whatsoever. —M.S.",Cuvee - Vino Spumante Extra Brut,30,82,,Trento,,Pojer & Sandri NV Cuvee - Vino Spumante Extra Brut  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pojer-sandri-nv-cuvee-vino-spumante-extra-brut-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,,Pojer & Sandri
13.9,Red,Australia,,Ellen Landing,18,83,South Australia,Riverland,,Salena Estate 2000 Ellen Landing Cabernet Sauvignon (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salena-estate-2000-ellen-landing-cabernet-sauvignon-riverland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Salena Estate
,Red,Portugal,"The dull red color, the aromas of black, tarry fruits and the heavily perfumed candied flavors are all part of this old-style wine. At the end, there is leanness and dryness. —R.V.",Alianca Particular,13,83,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 1998 Alianca Particular Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1998-alianca-particular-red-dao/,Red Blend,1998,Caves Aliança
,Red,Portugal,"This popular brand in Portugal is easy, light and fresh, with a touch of sweetness. It has red berries and easy flavors, but also an uncomfortable streak of rusticity. —R.V.",Meia Encosta,8,83,Dão,,,Borges 2000 Meia Encosta Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borges-2000-meia-encosta-red-dao/,Red Blend,2000,Borges
,Red,Portugal,"Overripe fruit and sweetness yield a somewhat clumsy wine, but there are good deep flavors and tarry fruit. It would be great with hearty food, as long as you don't think about it too much. —R.V.",Quinta da Murqueira-Reserva,,83,Dão,,,Cardoso de Menezes 1998 Quinta da Murqueira-Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cardoso-menezes-1998-quinta-murqueira-reserva-red-dao/,Red Blend,1998,Cardoso de Menezes
,Red,Portugal,"Soft open style of wine, with light fruit, pleasant red berry flavors and easy tannins. A touch of acidity lies alongside the jelly softness. —R.V.",Marques de Marialva Reserva,10,83,Bairrada,,,Cantanhede 1999 Marques de Marialva Reserva Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantanhede-1999-marques-marialva-reserva-red-bairrada/,Red Blend,1999,Cantanhede
14,White,US,"Sweet, simple fruit holds sway here; the finish is sugary and slightly bitter. —P.G.",Estate Bottled,9,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2001 Estate Bottled Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2001-estate-bottled-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Château Bianca
13.9,White,US,"Some will enjoy the sugary flavors that accompany the flower and ripe tree-fruit flavors, but to me they're off-putting. The flavors are so ripe that the excessively sweet mouthfeel makes them cloying.",,15,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2000 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2000-viognier-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Viognier,2000,Sobon Estate
14,Red,Italy,"There's pepper, oregano and root beer on the nose, but no fruit to speak of. The palate is burly, bordering on hefty, with flavors of candied cherries and blackberries. It's too much like a confection. It just doesn't seem balanced and whole. —M.S.",Sant' Adele,23,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Pillo 2000 Sant' Adele Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-2000-sant-adele-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,2000,Villa Pillo
12.5,Red,Italy,"Spice, clove, black pepper and rhubarb make up the aromas, while the flavors are sharp and lean. There's a piercing red-fruit quality to the palate that isn't overly generous. The finish, meanwhile, is fresh and mildly fruity, but again it's underwhelming. Overall this wine is rather thin, sharp and angular. —M.S.",,17,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Meleto 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Meleto
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The bouquet is rubbery and the palate quite sweet. It has a good feel to it, but the flavors are drastically sweet, which overrides the balance it offers. Definitely for fans of  sweet white wines. —M.S.",Cristal - Semiseco,9,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Castellblanch NV Cristal - Semiseco White (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellblanch-nv-cristal-semiseco-white-cava/,White Blend,,Castellblanch
,Red,Portugal,". A simple but lightweight wine, with freshness and fruitiness, good acidity and some sweet jelly flavors. In the end, though, the fruit is too lean. —R.V.",Charamba,7,83,Douro,,,Quinta da Aveleda 1999 Charamba Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-1999-charamba-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta da Aveleda
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The color is so light that it wouldn't pass for rosé in most circles. The bouquet is equally light, so much so that it's boring. The palate features a struggling mix of banana, clove and resin flavors, and the finish seems heavy more than it is clean. Lacks pop and pizzazz. —M.S.",Rose,27,83,Lombardy,Terre di Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi 1998 Rose  (Terre di Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-1998-rose-sparkling-terre-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,1998,Contadi Castaldi
,Sparkling,France,"The style at Bonnaire aims for honeyed fruit flavors, with complete malolactic fermentation to soften the acidity. This is in that style, with soft, ripe, creamy, buttery fruit, but balanced by lightness and crispness.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,37,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bonnaire NV Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonnaire-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Bonnaire
,Red,Chile,"The nose is forceful and bold, but somewhat nondescript. Plum fruit leaps from the palate, and so does chocolate. In fact, chocolate is the overriding characteristic in this wine, so if that's your bag, then dig in. The finish is warm and expansive.",Crucero,9,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2001 Crucero Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2001-crucero-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Siegel
,Red,US,"Here's one of the richer Syrahs on the market. It's almost like biting into a cherry-filled chocolate candy, it's that flamboyant in flavor. Sweet fruit spreads over the tongue, coating it with soft tannins and low acids. It's best in its sweet youth.",Hammer,23,87,California,California Other,California,Martella 2000 Hammer Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-2000-hammer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Martella
13.9,Red,US,"Reminiscent of a Hugh Grant summer movie: thoroughly enjoyable, a light-hearted romp, just plain fun. Lots of plump berry-cherry fruit, soft tannins and acids, clean as a whistle and dry. As versatile as a red wine gets, it will go with almost anything.",Barrel Aged,13,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Barrel Aged Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-barrel-aged-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
14.3,Red,US,"A pleasing blend of briary blackberry, plum, tar, herb, toast and smoke flavors, all couched in reasonably smooth tannins.",Ambassador's Vineyard,22,87,California,California Other,California,Curtis 1999 Ambassador's Vineyard Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-1999-ambassadors-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Curtis
,Red,US,"Very dark, almost inky in color, and smells big, young and jammy. Intense aromas of cassis and blue berries erupt from the glass, with added nuances of tobacco and rich humus. The flavors are similar, deeply fruity, but tannins are ultrasoft and acidity is very low, so it seems a little flabby and syrupy.",Suzanne's Vineyard,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Suzanne's Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-suzannes-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,V. Sattui
,Red,US,"Mondavi tries to bring refinement to a varietal that is stubbornly rustic. Flavors of grilled meats, plums and pepper are sharply acidic. This is a zesty wine that you don't want to get too analytical about. It will flatter lasagna and anything with lots of olive oil and butter.",,19,86,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1999 Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1999-barbera-other/,Barbera,1999,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
13,Red,Chile,,Morande Terrarum 2000,9,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2000 Morande Terrarum 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-terrarum-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Morandé
14.5,Rose,US,"A bizarre blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah and Pinot Noir; panelists were split as to whether it was likeable or not. Where one reviewer found sweet strawberry taffy aromas, another found spice and chocolate. Where one reviewer noted sour fruit and flat wood flavors, another noted smoke and raspberry notes. Clearly one to try for yourself. 400 cases produced.",Encore,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterra 2001 Encore Rosé (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-2001-encore-rose-central-coast-monterey-county/,Rosé,2001,Monterra
,Red,US,"Starts with overtly gamy, leathery aromas, and turns thick and tannic, a wine that numbs the palate and demands rich, oily foods. Underneath the tannins are some lean blackberry and plum flavors. Seems to have been the victim of a late-harvest rainstorm that thinned the fruit.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kunin 2000 Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunin-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,2000,Kunin
12.5,White,Chile,"In this price range, you'll be hard pressed to find many better wines. It starts out with some malty aromas and a nice dose of violet-like flowers. In the mouth, vanilla sits underneath cassis, while on the finish, buttery oak does not seem out of place or overdone.",,6,85,Central Valley,,,Paso del Sol 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paso-sol-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Paso del Sol
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is flat, yielding only some strawberry aromas and little else. But it's not off or offensive. Simple flavors of cherry and plum come next, followed by a clean but short finish.",Estate Bottled,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2000 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2000-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Luis Felipe Edwards
,Sparkling,US,"This is a rough, slight bubbly that needs a bit of work in future vintages. It's bone-dry and very acidic, with barely any flavor at all. It tastes like seltzer or carbonated water.",Late Disgorged Blanc de Noir,22,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Falconer 1997 Late Disgorged Blanc de Noir  (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falconer-1997-late-disgorged-blanc-noir-sparkling-sonoma/,Champagne Blend,1997,Falconer
,Sparkling,Australia,"Has a sulfury smell that doesn't blow off. The flavors are overly fruity, with a raspberry flavor, and the bubbles are rough. This sparkling wine scours the palate with acidity. It's acceptable, but just barely.",Brut,10,81,South Australia,South Australia,,Cockatoo Ridge NV Brut  (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockatoo-ridge-nv-brut-sparkling-south/,Champagne Blend,,Cockatoo Ridge
,Sparkling,US,"Well, it's dry, bubbly and clean. This blend of Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay is also inexpensive, but you'd never mistake it for Champagne.",Bubbly Brut Cuvee,7,81,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Bubbly Brut Cuvee  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-bubbly-brut-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"I have never understood Handley's interest in this variety as a still wine, whatever it is, because it's never produced a very interesting wine. This one is earthy, dry and acidic, and the finish is peppery and hollow.",,21,82,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Pinot Meunier (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-other-red-pinot-meunier-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Meunier,2000,Handley
,Red,US,"It's a close call as to which is better, Peju's regular '99 or this pricy Reserve. This one wins on sheer richness. It's a fabulous wine, thick and juicy, a glyceriney beauty drenched with elaborate oak. Has a depth and beauty of flavor that puts it among the best. Framed in exquisite tannins, it thrills the palate.",Reserve,95,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Peju
,Red,Italy,"With its sweet dried fruits on the nose, and solid, almost dusty tannins and wood flavors, it has repaid the extra wood aging. The wine is only released six years after harvest and produced in small quantities.",Villero Riserva,145,93,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vietti 1996 Villero Riserva Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1996-villero-riserva-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1996,Vietti
,Red,Italy,"This is the third wine Ratti makes from its Marcenasco vineyard at La Morra. Aromas of fine ripe fruit and a hint of truffles lead to powerful, rich fruit flavors with layers of tarry dryness. A great, ripe wine, destined for long aging.",Marcenasco,40,93,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Renato Ratti 1998 Marcenasco Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-1998-marcenasco-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Renato Ratti
,Red,US,"Just terrific, a gorgeous mouthful of wine that tastes so good, you don't want to swallow. Defines a feminine approach to Cabernet, filled with elaborate fruit, designer oak and a velvety texture that's beguiling. Fabulous concentration, a little soft, but that's splitting hairs.",Reserve,70,93,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Simi 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Simi
14.6,Red,US,"A huge, full-on, ripe and supple red wine that is buttery smooth on the palate yet offers the structure to support a rich flavor profile including chocolate, plum, cassis, vanilla, coffee, herb and spice. Very long and velvety on the finish.",Reserve,100,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1997 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1997-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"From southern Napa, just beyond the Carneros border, this is a cool climate Cabernet. Well-etched cassis flavors are set off by fine acids and rich tannins. This wine is remarkable for its depth and complexity but also for its balance and restraint. It wisely avoids the modern tendency toward excessive size.",Coombsville,39,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 1998 Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-1998-coombsville-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Bighorn
,Red,Italy,"Aromas of pure, sweet fruit and very ripe pomegranates. The palate is balanced, with great ripe fruit over pure acidity and lively, vibrant red flavors. This is a great fruity wine, with crisp acidity and wood flavors to finish.",Zonchera,40,93,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Ceretto 1998 Zonchera Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-zonchera-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
,Red,France,"Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier, whose family owns the Château de Chambolle, has made a huge, deeply colored wine with aromas of roses and truffles. To taste, it is rich, opulent and oozing fruit, with generous tannins and fresh acidity coming together in fine balance. It has all the seductive character of Musigny.",,179,94,Burgundy,Musigny,,Domaine Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier 1999  Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-frederic-mugnier-1999-pinot-noir-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier
,Red,US,"A first-rate wine, totally flattering in the mouth, and addictively delicious. It's not big, but restrained and stylish, reining in the blackberry fruit to match a rich overlay of oak. The texture is a marvel, smooth and complex, all the way through the long, distinguished finish.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,25,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 1999 Mitsuko's Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1999-mitsukos-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1999,Clos Pegase
13.5,Red,Spain,"A huge, intense wine that still delivers complexity, it's made from 100-year-old Garnacha and Cariñena vines, finished off with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. The evolving aromas of licorice, black cherry, toast and lavender lead into big, dark fruit flavors with tannins and acids to match. Drink now–2015.",Tirant,70,94,Catalonia,Priorat,,Rotllan Torra 1998 Tirant Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotllan-torra-1998-tirant-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1998,Rotllan Torra
,Red,New Zealand,"This is a rich, sumptuous red wine. It looks, smells and tastes opulent. Ripe, forward berry flavors, wrapped in considerable oak, taste full and long, and the wine flatters with thick, velvety but fine tannins. The finish is a wonder, long and intricate. The aftertaste lasts for a full minute. It's wonderful now, but should age effortlessly for many years. A blend of Bordeaux varieties and Syrah.",Elspeth One,35,94,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2000 Elspeth One Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2000-elspeth-one-red-hawkes-bay/,Red Blend,2000,Mills Reef
,White,Austria,"A wine full of fragrant alpine mountain aromas, of fresh air and open spaces. The palate has fresh acidity with a touch of pepper and fine, elegant fruit. At the finish there is the flavor of white currants.",Terrasen Sonnleiten Riesling,18,94,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2001 Terrasen Sonnleiten Riesling Riesling (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2001-terrasen-sonnleiten-riesling-weinviertel/,Riesling,2001,R&A Pfaffl
,White,Austria,"This is a sensational wine. Bright apple and cream aromas set the scene. It is rich and concentrated with a fat, oily texture and spicy flavors. Spice and ripe fruit make it seem almost like an Alsatian Gewürztraminer. It is certainly powerful, but it has a layer of fine, elegant acidity as well.",Spiegel Reserve Gruner Veltliner Langenlois,55,94,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2001 Spiegel Reserve Gruner Veltliner Langenlois Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2001-spiegel-reserve-gruner-veltliner-langenlois-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Jurtschitsch
,Red,France,"A powerful wine with aromas of coffee, spice and smoked meats. With its huge rich red fruit flavors and dense sweet tannins, it manages to combine a sense of structure with piercing pure fruit. It will age well, and a corkscrew shouldn't even go near this bottle for another three to five years.",,119,94,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Joseph Drouhin 2000  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2000-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"An immediately attractive wine, with aromas of summer flowers and orange zest. Soft, sweet fruits and ripeness underline the delicious pure fruit flavors. The structure is dense but fine, the essence of a seductive Pinot Noir.",Le Musigny,200,94,Burgundy,Musigny,,Domaine Georges Roumier 2000 Le Musigny  (Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-roumier-2000-le-musigny-pinot-noir-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Georges Roumier
,Red,Italy,"From Ceretto's Bricco Rocche winery, this is an impressive wine. Perfumed hedgerow aromas and, on the palate, big, dusty tannins, give tremendous power and richness. Tarry, black fruit flavors blend with layers of acidity and wood.",Bricco Rocche,221,94,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 1998 Bricco Rocche  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-bricco-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
,Red,France,"There is a fine balance on the nose between modern new wood aromas and pure raspberry fruits. On the palate, the wood is sweet and is nicely balanced with a helpling of chunky fruits and some elegant ripe flavors. Lovely acidity comes through toward the finish. This is a fine wine, both concentrated and yet elegant.",Les Plantes Premier Cru,75,94,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Bertagna 2000 Les Plantes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-2000-plantes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Bertagna
13.8,Red,US,"The much-anticipated second vintage of this wine struggled with a poor vintage. Ironically, the inability to superripen the grapes resulted in a Bordeaux-like wine, rather like a good St.-Emilion, although it's 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Sweet cassis is offset with sage and tobacco in this early maturing wine of great distinction and charm.",Scion,50,94,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 1998 Scion Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-1998-scion-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Young
,Red,US,"Winemaker Pam Starr is getting the feel for the special terroir in this vineyard. The wine's complexity is amazing. There is an underlying minerality that adds to the multifaceted flavors of black currant, plum and leather. It's solid from start to finish and a relative value in Napa Valley Cabernet.",Quinta de Pedras Vineyard,59,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ristow Estate 1999 Quinta de Pedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ristow-estate-1999-quinta-pedras-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Ristow Estate
,Red,US,"Firm, rich and smooth, framed by silky ripe tannins. This plush, muscular wine offers mounds of black currant, blackberry, plum, chocolate, coffee, anise, spice and herb flavors. Long and sleek on the finish.",,85,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jones Family 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-family-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Jones Family
,Red,US,"Everything you want in a Zinfandel without overdoing it. The blueberry fruit is fresh and immense. Layered with spice and cocoa, the   wine is big, complex and elegant all at the same time—something that is hard to achieve with this grape. Made to enjoy now but will last for quite a while.",Pringle Family Vineyard,45,94,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Outpost 2000 Pringle Family Vineyard Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/outpost-2000-pringle-family-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,2000,Outpost
,Red,US,"No way you can drink just one glass of this magnificent, rich, even decadent wine. It can't be beat for the sheer sumptuousness of its rich cassis flavors and soft intricate tannins. Absolutely delicious now in its youth, yet complex and ageworthy.",,65,95,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Silverado 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Silverado
,Red,Italy,"Ratti's Conca single-vineyard wine is made only in selected vintages. Aged in small French and large Slavonian oak barrels, the wine is full of aromas of violets and old-fashioned roses. The palate is deliciously open, with ripe fruits, flavors of dark cherries and plums. A dry, tannic layer gives it structure, the acidity gives it freshness.",Conca Marcenasco,62,95,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Renato Ratti 1998 Conca Marcenasco Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-1998-conca-marcenasco-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Renato Ratti
,Red,US,"Redolent of rose petals and black cherry in the nose, it fans out into a silky-smooth texture that supports elegant  black currant, blackberry, plum, anise and spice flavors with just a hint of chocolate and herbs. A lengthy finish leaves a velvety impression on the palate. This is an auspicious debut made exclusively from the owner's estate vineyard. Barrel samples from 2001 show it's no flash in the pan. The next Napa cult Cab?",,100,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hundred Acre 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hundred-acre-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Hundred Acre
,Red,France,"Enticing ripe fruits envelop this wine in a rich cloak of red fruit, chocolate and spices. The tannins are deceptively easy, but provide considerable power underneath the elegant fruit. At this stage, the wine is still very young, but there are plenty for indications of a rich, long-term future.",Le Musigny,139,95,Burgundy,Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2000 Le Musigny  (Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2000-le-musigny-pinot-noir-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,France,"From its dense color and its thick aromas of smoked meats and hedgerow fruits to its dense, rich and concentrated fruit, this is a superlative wine. The solid fruit and hugely extracted tannins give it great weight. This could age for at least 20 years, and certainly won't be ready to drink before 10.",,120,95,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Domaine Georges Roumier 2000  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-roumier-2000-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Georges Roumier
,Red,Italy,"The Conterno wines have long set the standard for more traditional Barolo. With its brown-red color and its aromas of ripe strawberries and dark plums, this wine combines powerful dried fruits with modern tannins and great concentration. It is an enormous wine that will age well over 15 years or more.",Cicala,112,95,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Aldo Conterno 1998 Cicala  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-aldo-conterno-1998-cicala-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Poderi Aldo Conterno
,Red,US,"High-end stuff, the cutting edge of what Napa is doing with Cab. The fruit is exquisitely ripe, the quintessence of black currants, but this density is balanced by lightness and grace. The mouthfeel is round and soft. Luxurious tannins will protect the wine as it ages.",J. Daniel Cuvee,80,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 1999 J. Daniel Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-1999-j-daniel-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Lail
,Red,US,"An amazing wine, made from old vines near Olivet Lane. The grapes were mistaken for Zinfandel for decades and sold as such, until recently identified as Petite Sirah, Valdepenas, Mourvèdre and Alicante Bouschet. This is as authentic a field blend as I have ever seen—and the best. Impossible to exaggerrate the purity, depth and concentration. Magnificent, lush texture, fabulous tannins, this wine is world class in every sense.",Two Acres,36,96,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Carlisle 2000 Two Acres Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlisle-2000-two-acres-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Carlisle
,Red,France,A deliciously concentrated and powerful wine from the domaine of négociant Bouchard Père et Fils. Rich chocolate aromas and intense concentrated black fruits give a strong sense of power and richness. The fruit is rich enough to dominate the tannins. This should age magnificently—10 years at least.,,120,96,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2000  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2000-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,France,"Enormous fruit dominates this wine. Red fruits of every type, from raspberries to red currants mingle in a dense fruit salad. But underneath this mouthfilling fruit is a big, solid structure that promises great aging ability. Keep this wine for 10 years before opening, perhaps even keeping some more bottles for at least 20.",,260,96,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë 2000  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-georges-vogue-2000-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë
,Red,Italy,"Pietro Ratti makes wines from vineyards around the Abbey of the Annunziata, locally called the Marcenasco. This single-vineyard Rocche is deep brick red in color. With its brooding black-fruit aromas and firm, dry tannins over immense fruit flavors, it is a huge wine, showing great potential. It should keep forever.",Rocche Marcenasco,60,96,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Renato Ratti 1998 Rocche Marcenasco Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-1998-rocche-marcenasco-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Renato Ratti
,Red,France,"With the superlative 1999 vintage, Louis Jadot, one of the top Burgundy négociants, has been able to produce a deep, dense purple-colored wine. With firm tannins over huge black chocolate and sweet figs and huge layers of acidity, it has great shape and structure, worthy of the vintage. A big, chunky wine with enormous presence, rounded out by the wood.",,109,96,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Louis Jadot 1999  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1999-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,1999,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"This flagship wine shows impeccable balance and finesse. It's well put together, as the couture people say, and drips with lavish, minty French oak. Soft tannins add interest as well as ageability. The wine is not lavishly fruity; instead, the flavors are consciously restrained and subtle. Very high quality, and worth holding through 2010.",Reserve,125,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Robert Mondavi
,Red,France,"This is great red Burgundy from the oldest domaine in the village. It is all there: powerful floral aromas, flavors of a coulis of black fruits, ripe tannins and sweet fruit with balancing acidity. The wine manages to combine a deep, almost brooding strength with a dense, silky texture. For a 2000, a lesser year than 1999, this is a great achievement. Keep for at least 12 years.",Le Musigny,300,98,Burgundy,Musigny,,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë 2000 Le Musigny  (Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-georges-vogue-2000-le-musigny-pinot-noir-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë
,Sparkling,France,"A wine that is too tart and hard, with flavors of unripe apples. The one redeeming feature is the mature toasty element that shows through the awkward fruit.",Cuvée Selectionee Cuvée Prestige Brut,42,80,Champagne,Champagne,,René Geoffroy NV Cuvée Selectionee Cuvée Prestige Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-geoffroy-nv-cuvee-selectionee-cuvee-prestige-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,René Geoffroy
,Sparkling,US,"Bizarre, with candied yam, pepper and citrus smells, and a dry, rough feeling that leaves the palate exhausted.",Bubbly Prenium,7,80,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Bubbly Prenium  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-bubbly-prenium-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
10.5,Sparkling,US,"Simple and short, with light cherry, citrus and herb notes.",White Zinfandel Rosé,7,80,California,California Other,California,Cook's NV White Zinfandel Rosé Sparkling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-nv-white-zinfandel-rose-other/,Sparkling Blend,,Cook's
13.5,Red,Chile,"Simply put, this one is weedy and green. Just the basics in terms of plum fruit and chocolate rise from the depths. The finish is dry and oaky, with some vanilla flavor. Colchagua is known for ripe, vibrant fruit, but this has more asparagus than a vegetable garden.",Los Vascos Reserve,18,80,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2000 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2000-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,Red,US,"Pretty harsh going. This is a rough-edged bruiser, with tart acids and what tastes like too much residual sugar for a red wine that should be dry. The flavors are thin.",,12,81,California,California Other,California,Engelmann 2000 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/engelmann-2000-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,2000,Engelmann
,Red,US,"Smells darkly fruity, with plum and earth aromas, but turns watery and thin in the mouth. The middle palate is tannic, and the rough finish is hot. If you must drink it, try with oily, buttery, and meaty-fatty foods to soften it up.",,13,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 1999 Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-1999-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Shenandoah
11,Sparkling,US,"Pleasant enough, with simple apple and citrus notes.",Brut,7,82,California,California Other,California,Cook's NV Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-nv-brut-california-14792/,Champagne Blend,,Cook's
,Red,US,"This is a wine with multiple problems. It's excessively soft, which makes it feel insipid in the mouth. The flavors include a medicinal taste like plastic bandage, which leaves the palate feeling uncomfortable. Much work remains to be done here.",,20,82,California,South Coast,,Orfila 1998 Sangiovese,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1998-sangiovese-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Sangiovese,1998,Orfila
,Red,US,"An awkward wine, the victim of bad winemaking decisions. The grapes obviously were left so long on the vine, the sugar levels soared. In order to keep alcohol levels down to reasonable levels, residual sugar had to be kept. The result is cloyingly sweet, filled with dark berry flavors saturated in brown sugar.",,23,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,VJB 2000 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,VJB
14.6,Red,US,"This mixture of Napa Gamay, Mourvèdre, Zinfandel and Sangiovese feels like a marriage of convenience. The grapes were available, so let's throw them together. The result is awkwardly sweet and hot, a simple wine that finishes with bizarre residual sugar.",Tenero Rosso,18,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2000 Tenero Rosso Red (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-tenero-rosso-red-central-valley-lodi/,Red Blend,2000,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"Whatever “very old vine” means, and there's no legal definition, this is not very good Zin. It's hot and harsh, with awkward acids and tannins.",Very Old Vine,12,82,California,California Other,California,Engelmann 2000 Very Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/engelmann-2000-very-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Engelmann
13,Red,Chile,"The bouquet is murky, with oak and funk but no clarity. The flavors are on the thinner side, and the light berry fruit carries a reedy note. Vanilla is the most identifiable note on the finish.",Reserva,10,82,Maule Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2000 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-2000-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Portal Del Alto
,Red,US,"From a winery in the Central Valley town of Fresno, this is a light-bodied wine with faint tastes of berries. The tannins are soft to the point of nonexistence, and acidity is low.",,16,82,California,California Other,California,Engelmann 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/engelmann-2000-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2000,Engelmann
12.5,Red,Chile,,,9,82,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2000 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2000-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2000,Cousiño-Macul
,Red,US,"An odd wine that opens with Port-like aromas of caramelized sugar, honey and pepper, but seems bone dry, without much fruity flavor at all. What fills the mouth is the heat of alcohol and the bite of tannins. May improve, but it's a gamble.",,19,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,X 2000 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2000-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,2000,X
,Sparkling,South Africa,"Pink in color, with modest fruit redolent of peach and apple. Hints of spice and a nutty note dress up the finish of this South African bubbly.",Blanc de Noir,18,83,Paarl,,,Laborie 1998 Blanc de Noir  (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laborie-1998-blanc-noir-sparkling-paarl/,Champagne Blend,1998,Laborie
,Red,US,"Here's a thin, peppery wine that's very dry and tart, with pronounced tannins. There's not much fruit to be found, but it's a sprightly, clean drink that will work with rich, gooey foods like pizza.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Belford Springs 1999 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belford-springs-1999-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Belford Springs
13,Red,Chile,"The forceful nose is somewhat awkward; it has leather and some interesting unidentifiable notes, but also a solid whiff of green. That same green element appears on the palate in the form of bell pepper, which doesn't really work with the candied fruit. Big tannins put it all over the map.",Reserve,14,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Porta 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Porta
13.9,Red,US,"A brawny, rugged wine with berry and plum flavors and overripe notes of prunes, raisins and stewed tomatoes. This honest country wine suffers from a few flaws and seems overpriced for the quality.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Doce Robles 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/doce-robles-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Doce Robles
13.5,Red,US,"There are some blackberry notes alongside less ripe green pepper and stemmy ones. The wine has some sharp, acidic flavors as well.",Coastal - Private Selection,11,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal - Private Selection Zinfandel (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-private-selection-zinfandel-north-coast/,Zinfandel,2000,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Rough, country style, with an aggressive edge that time won't soften. The grapes are fine. They got nice and ripe, and put out berry flavors that are deep and delicious. But somehow, that rustic quality hangs in there.",Rio Seco Vineyard,16,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rio Seco 1999 Rio Seco Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rio-seco-1999-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Rio Seco
,Red,France,"There are aromas of ripe, juicy fruit. To taste, the wine is soft, juicy, and easy, perhaps slightly dilute. A very approachable wine, but in the end lightweight.",Bordeaux Rouge,12,83,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Bonnet 2000 Bordeaux Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonnet-2000-bordeaux-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Bonnet
12.5,Red,US,"Inky black. Shows promise in the aromas, which are filled with blackberry, pepper and oak notes. But it falls apart in the mouth. After a nice entry, in which you detect perfectly lush tannins, the fruit just isn't there. It turns to water on the midpalate, leaving an impression only of tannins and alcohol.",Harvest Reserve,18,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Harvest Reserve Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-harvest-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,1999,Mirassou
13.5,Red,Chile,"Cedar and a touch of salinity on the nose. Stemmy flavors that are lean and green follow, finishing simple and quick.",Casillero del Diablo,10,83,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Casillero del Diablo Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-casillero-diablo-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2001,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"Tastes like a garden-variety Zin, with exuberantly fruity, wild berry and pepper flavors, young acids and easy tannins. The juvenile insouciance drinks best now, and isn't going anywhere.",,16,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1999 Primitivo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1999-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Primitivo,1999,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,US,"An awkward, unripe wine, with green stalky notes and harsh tannins. There are some nice fruity flavors, and it's dry and clean, but it feels austere and aggressive in the mouth.",Coastal - Private Selection,11,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal - Private Selection Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-private-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2000,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Oversulfured, but once you get past that, there are raspberry flavors that are on the dry side and quite acidic, with silky tannins. The finish picks up some sweet jam. A nice wine, except for the sulfur.",Rouge,15,83,California,California Other,California,V. Sattui 2001 Rouge Gamay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2001-rouge-gamay-other/,Gamay,2001,V. Sattui
13.5,Red,US,"This Loire varietal, also used in blending in Bordeaux, faces challenges on its own in California. Here, it's simple and dry, with appealing but light berry flavors and dusty tannins. Perfectly honest and forthright, it's okay as a red table wine.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1999 Cabernet Franc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Ironstone
,Red,US,"This winery has been tinkering with Rhône varietals in this San Francisco Delta region and has yet to make a convincing case that this is the magic spot. It's a rugged wine, with notable tannins and earthy flavors, and very dry.",,14,83,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,EXP 2000 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exp-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,2000,EXP
,Red,US,"Plump, juicy and sweet fruity flavors are packed into this simple wine. The tannins are rich and dusty. Don't look for depth or sophistication beyond the lipsmacking flavors, just enjoy its everyday price.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Cline 2000 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Cline
,Red,US,"Not big or concentrated. In fact it's on the light side, in alcohol and fruity flavors, with diluted black raspberry fruit. Because the fruit is so light, the tannins come forward, and so does the acidity.",Quaglia Vineyard,24,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Quaglia Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-quaglia-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,V. Sattui
,Red,US,"I also did a double-take when I saw the price. This is a very tannic wine, for starters. It plasters the mouth with numbing dust, and is as dry as the grave. But you know what? It doesn't have the core of fruit needed to age. It's earthy and tough and in the absence of flavor, the acidity stands out.",,65,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Peju
,Red,France,"Currently this wine is much too dominated by wood. There is some dark, tarry fruit, but the wood is ever-present. Buy this wine if you like wood flavors, the question is whether the fruit is powerful enough to come through.",Prestige,17,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Lestrille Capmartin 2000 Prestige  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lestrille-capmartin-2000-prestige-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Lestrille Capmartin
13.5,Red,Chile,"Talk about wood spice! This has it in spades, and it covers up any fruit that might want to escape from the bouquet. But in the mouth some sweet cherry flavor emerges, followed by more cherry and ample woodiness on the finish.",Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1999 Estate Bottled - Prima Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1999-estate-bottled-prima-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,De Martino
,Red,US,"Ample berry fruit marks this full-bodied red wine, which is dry, with good tannins and soft acids. It's a Châteauneuf wannabe, a blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Counoise. Simple and direct, it will complement grilled meats.",Cuvee Le Bec,14,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Beckmen 2000 Cuvee Le Bec Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-2000-cuvee-le-bec-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,2000,Beckmen
,Sparkling,South Africa,"Quite sweet, with tangy spice, menthol and tangerine notes backed by peach and apricot flavors. A bit like Asti Spumante.",Celebration,7,84,South Africa,,,Pearly Bay NV Celebration  (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pearly-bay-nv-celebration-south-africa-21945/,Champagne Blend,,Pearly Bay
13.5,Red,US,"A dark, fruity wine, very ripe, packed with blackberry, plum, pepper and tobacco flavors. Dry, and a little soft, but with adequate acids. Would get a higher score but for its immature, rustic tannins.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2001 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2001,McManis
,Red,US,"Medium-bodied with grapey, plummy fruit—but also enough green vegetable and oak flavors to keep us from liking it more than we did. Finishes with oak and dry tannins.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterra 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Monterra
,Red,US,"A dense, dark wine, with dark stone-fruit flavors. It feels thick and gluey in the mouth, probably because of excessively soft acidity. There are also some rugged tannins. This is an awkward, country-style wine.",,24,84,California,South Coast,,Orfila 1999 Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Syrah,1999,Orfila
,Red,US,"Smells oaky and herbal, with white pepper and mint aromas, and tastes very dry and tannic. There are some berry flavors but they're very sparse. The finish leaves numbing tannins all along the palate.",,40,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Smith Wooton 1999 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-wooton-1999-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Smith Wooton
13.5,Red,Chile,"Black cherry and black plums are wrapped around stolid leather, cedar and tobacco. All repeat on the palate with a hint of chocolate and silky tannins. The finish is a bit brusque and green.",Reserva,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2001,Santa Rita
8.5,Sparkling,US,"Sweet and spicy, with honey, clove, apricot and peach notes. Fun, like Asti Spumante.",Grand Spumante,7,84,California,California Other,California,Cook's NV Grand Spumante  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-nv-grand-spumante-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Cook's
13.5,Red,Chile,"Deep in color, with candied aromas of marshmallow and vanilla. The mouth is heavy and chewy, and a bit hot as well. Carmenère, which is on the rise in Chile, usually has a chocolaty quality, and this one does. But it doesn't have the charm and style that the best ones do.",Casillero Del Diablo,10,84,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Casillero Del Diablo Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-casillero-diablo-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"From longtime Rhône specialist Preston, this is a blend of Syrah, Cinsault, Carignane and Mourvèdre. The wine is kind of featureless, with generic berry flavors and pretty tough tannins. It turns thin and watery on the finish, and doesn't seem to be going anywhere.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,L. Preston 2000 2000 Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/l-preston-2000-2000-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,2000,L. Preston 2000
13.5,Red,Chile,"Dark and grapey, with some strange candied aromas akin to bubble gum. Given time to air, it comes around to offer black plum flavors, but also a hint of green bean. The finish has a nice feel to it and some coffee-like flavor. Ample tannins leave a lasting impression.",Reserva - Estate Bottled,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2001 Reserva - Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2001-reserva-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Casa Rivas
,Sparkling,US,"Not bad for an inexpensive bubbly, with its fruity flavors and hint of tangeriney sweetness, and cleansing bubbles. It's a little rough and jagged for a sparkling wine, but well adapted for summertime lawn parties.",Extra Dry Reserve Cuvee,7,84,California,California Other,California,Tott's NV Extra Dry Reserve Cuvee  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totts-nv-extra-dry-reserve-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Tott's
13.5,Red,US,"Young and jammy flavors offer a burst of red and black cherry marmalade. This dry wine has some dusty tannins and is pleasurable in a simple way. Drink it with hamburgers, pizza and other comfort foods.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2000 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2000,Ironstone
10,Dessert,US,Bright lemon and honey notes are at the core of this spicy wine. It moves on to reveal some peach and apple at the end. Enjoyable but lacking balance.,Late Harvest,20,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Late Harvest Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-late-harvest-riesling-other/,Riesling,2000,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,Chile,"The wine features outsized jammy flavors of various berries, but it's not very nuanced. It's a sweet, gooey wine, although it's technically dry. Superripeness has made this wine excessively fruity.",,20,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2000 Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2000,Arboleda
,Sparkling,France,"Certainly this wine, a blend of two-thirds Chardonnay and one-third Pinot Noir, has fine acidity and flavors of toast, but it is somewhat unbalanced by a mix of crisp fruit and sweetness from the dosage, which has not fully integrated.",Cuvée Prestige Premier Cru Brut,51,84,Champagne,Champagne,,René Geoffroy NV Cuvée Prestige Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-geoffroy-nv-cuvee-prestige-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,René Geoffroy
,White,France,,,59,84,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Château Sainte Marie 2001  Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sainte-marie-2001-red-entre-deux-mers/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Château Sainte Marie
,Red,US,"Very dark and purple in color, a dense wine whose chief palate impression is of numbing tannins. Acidity also makes the wine strong and austere. Judging from past tastings of this varietal, in 15 years the wine will be drinkable.",Villa Andriano,24,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2000 Villa Andriano Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2000-villa-andriano-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,2000,Summers
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose recalls the barnyard, and even after some of those funky aromas blow off, there isn't much fruit to speak of. The palate is big and burly, with a modicum of plum fruit but also a strong green flavor. The mouthfeel is proper but the overriding green core hinders rather than helps. Usually Santa Rita's Cabs are riper than this.",Reserva,8,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 2000 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2000-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"Smells curiously inert, with a hint of Port and currants and oak. The flavors are much less fruity than the winery's regular Syrah, veering toward prunes, herbs and earth. It's very dry. The finish is spartan and scouring.",Huerhuero Creek,26,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 1999 Huerhuero Creek Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-1999-huerhuero-creek-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Robert Hall
,Red,US,"A simple, sweet wine. It has pretty flavors of red and black cherry liqueur that are sprightly and lip-smacking, and the sugar is high but not overwhelming. Acids are good enough to balance everything out. Fine with vanilla ice cream or some butter cookies.",$13,7,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 1999 $13 Black Muscat (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-1999-13-muscat-black-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Black Muscat,1999,Shenandoah
10.5,Sparkling,US,"Starts sulfury, but after that smell blows off, the aromas of apples come through. The wine is properly brisk, crisp and dry, with the flavor of green apples. It feels rough and jagged, like the bubbles are too big.",Reserve Cuvee Brut,11,84,California,California Other,California,Tott's NV Reserve Cuvee Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totts-nv-reserve-cuvee-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Tott's
,Sparkling,US,"Not really extra dry, but rather, off-dry. Fairly full on the palate, with a pleasant peach and citrus center.",Extra Dry,11,84,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Extra Dry  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
13.5,Red,Chile,"Nicely extracted aromas of blackberry and cherry are offset by an unfortunate lactic note. But that's about the only downside to this otherwise nice and friendly wine.  The palate is all cassis, and the finish is surprisingly substantial, offering chewy tannins and a burnt coffee flavor. This isn't a great wine, but for a basic Cab it delivers a lot without any flaws.",Estate Bottled,11,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 2001 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2001-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Santa Ines
13.9,Red,US,"Gentle and soft, this warm country wine offers generous flavors of plums and blackberries and black pepper. It's dry and balanced, yet a little rough around the edges. There are some raisin notes that show up in the finish.",Nocturne,26,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2000 Nocturne Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2000-nocturne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Midnight
13.5,Sparkling,Australia,"This is definitely an acquired taste. The aromas were true to the varieties, with spice rack, blackberries and         plums. Slightly sweet black plums and caramel on the palate mix with tannins and bubbles. Not for the meek. Drink now or give it some time to see what happens.",,30,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford NV  Barossa Valley,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-nv-sparkling-barossa-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Craneford
,Red,US,"This fine Napa producer has set up a Paso Robles operation and here is the result. This is a soft, hot country Zin, with plummy, raisiny flavors, considerable alcohol, and nonexistent tannins. The wine is dry, with a fruity finish.",,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Château Potelle 2000 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-2000-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Château Potelle
13.1,White,Chile,"A big, rich and ripe wine, with a blast of tropical fruit flavors. It's also very oaky, with a thick overlay of vanilla, caramel and char. Despite the size it's basically one-dimensional, and finishes fast and sweet.",Reserva,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2001 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2001-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,White,France,"Any shellfish would be a great partner to this wine. It is full of ripe, citrus aromas while the palate has freshness, crispness and a refreshing green aftertaste.",Cuvee Prestige 2000 Bordeaux Blanc,38,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Seguin 2001 Cuvee Prestige 2000 Bordeaux Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-seguin-2001-cuvee-prestige-2000-bordeaux-blanc-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2001,Château de Seguin
,Red,Chile,"Rich and full-bodied, a big wine packed with fruity, berry flavors. It's very dry, with noticeable tannins. Lacks subtlety and finesse, but has other things to recommend it.",Reserve,8,85,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2001 Reserve Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2001-reserve-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Calina
,Sparkling,US,"This fuchsia elixir offers an aromatic blitz of berry candy and wispy, fresh watermelon. A clean, low-acid palate complements the sticky-sweet strawberry flavor. A unique treat that will be welcome for brunch or dessert.",Fresia Frizzante,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ca' del Solo 2001 Fresia Frizzante  (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2001-fresia-frizzante-sparkling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Champagne Blend,2001,Ca' del Solo
13,Red,Chile,"Herbal notes mingle with lavender and hints of wood on the bouquet. Wild berry flavors along with a touch of bacon follow on the palate. The finish is light and a tad woody, and the finishing note is one of chocolate. The midpalate isn't terribly full, but it's far from a vacuous wine. For the price, it delivers.",Pionero,7,85,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2000 Pionero Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-pionero-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Morandé
,White,US,"This Chard is fermented on lees for 4–6 months, in both French and American oak, which is more than you can say for most other Chards at this price. Slate, pear and vanilla aromas don't prepare you for the uber-malo toasty flavors that coat pear and apple-skin fruit on the palate. Mouthfeel is resinous, creamy and full-bodied.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterra 2001 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-2001-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2001,Monterra
13.5,White,US,"A blend of 40% Chardonnay, 26% Viognier and 24% Pinot Blanc (plus small quantities of Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling), this new addition to the Delicato portfolio spends 12 months in French oak. Its MacIntosh apple-and-oak profile drives this fact home. Ends with an acidic, lemony twinge. 900 cases made.",encore,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterra 2000 encore White (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-2000-encore-white-central-coast-monterey-county/,White Blend,2000,Monterra
13.5,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Petite Sirah, Zinfandel and Syrah, it's a unique, love-or-hate wine. The fruit (despite its big-boned components) isn't jammy; rather, the flavors lean more toward cherry and fruit skin than fleshy fruit. Smells like chocolate-covered cherries, with some mint. 1.200 cases produced.",encore,20,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterra 1999 encore Red (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1999-encore-red-central-coast-monterey-county/,Red Blend,1999,Monterra
,Red,US,"Fully ripened fruit, from four vineyards in four counties, comes together seamlessly to to produce this flavorful red wine. It's juicy and filled with berry flavors that taste dry, but finish sweet. This country wine is soft and a little short on finesse.",,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Nevada City 2000 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nevada-city-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2000,Nevada City
,Red,US,"Big, extracted and jammy, this Aussie-style wine has raspberry, cherry and blueberry flavors accompanied by soft, slippery tannins and rather low acidity. It all makes the wine slide down the throat with a delicious, fruity finish. It's an easygoing, fun-to-drink wine.",French Camp,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kunin 2000 French Camp Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunin-2000-french-camp-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Kunin
13.5,Red,Chile,"Inky in color, and the big, full, toasty aromas of plums and currants will get you excited about this wine. Unfortunately, the palate doesn't quite deliver on the promise. Green olive and spicy flavors finish thin and dilute.",Gran Reserva - Estate Bottled,13,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2000 Gran Reserva - Estate Bottled Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2000-gran-reserva-estate-bottled-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Luis Felipe Edwards
,Rose,US,"A rich, dry, somewhat tannic all-purpose red wine, if you're looking for something full-bodied. Doesn't seem particularly true to the variety, with its generic red and black stone-fruit flavors, and could easily be Merlot. But it's clean, well-made and sturdy enough to stand up to big, rich foods.",Toasted Head EXP,25,85,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1999 Toasted Head EXP Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1999-toasted-head-exp-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,1999,R.H. Phillips
12.5,Red,Chile,"Aromas of cherries and flowers get it going, followed by sweet flavors of red and black fruit. Nothing in particular stands out in this wine other than its balance and freshness. Ample tannins coat the mouth and there's a hint of oak on the finish. This is a good Chilean Cab, one that represents the value class well.",Single Vineyard,8,85,Maipo Valley,,,TerraMater 2001 Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terramater-2001-single-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,TerraMater
,Sparkling,US,"Pale in color, light in aroma and flavor, and quite tart, this bubbly is citrusy, with sharp acids and a rough mouthfeel. It strives for elegance, but could use more body, flavor and finesse.",Etoile,35,85,California,Napa,Napa County,Domaine Chandon NV Etoile  (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-sparkling-napa-county/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
13.5,Red,US,"A softly fruity and charming wine, with melted tannins and easy acids framing blackberry, plum, tobacco and spicy flavors. It's a likeable wine that will go well with pizza, pasta, burgers and similar fare.",Sierra Series,13,85,California,California Other,California,Renwood 2000 Sierra Series Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-sierra-series-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Renwood
12.5,Red,Chile,"Chocolate-covered cherries and freshly fallen pine needles are very aromatic in this blend. The flavors of clove, leather and earth finish soft and simple for a satisfying glass of wine.",,8,85,Curicó Valley,,,Millaman 2000 Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2000-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Millaman
,Red,France,"A juicy wine, full of red fruit flavors. It is soft, with only a touch of tannin, and the fruit is open and immediately attractive. A definitely drinkable, easy style of wine.",,12,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Seguin 1999  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-seguin-1999-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Château de Seguin
13.9,Red,US,"Here's a nice, smooth wine from a veteran Rhône specialist, and one that's always one of the best values in California. In a good vintage, McDowell's Syrahs age gracefully. This release, while soft and charming, has an unripe, stalky note that suggests early drinking.",,12,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,McDowell 2000 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2000,McDowell
13.3,Red,US,"A Rhône blend that captures the wild exuberance of Châteauneuf. It's got berry and herb flavors and is very dry and a little tannic. It's not a sophisticated wine. It could use some grace, but it may improve in two or three years. A mixture of Carignan, Syrah, Valdiguié and Grenache.",Palaterra,16,85,California,California Other,California,Spencer Roloson 1999 Palaterra Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-1999-palaterra-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Spencer Roloson
13.5,Red,US,"Decent and likeable Zin, a friendly wine you can pull out for barbecue. Fruity and dry, with soft tannins and a clean, spicy finish. The perfect house red for everyday dining.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2000 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2000-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Woodbridge
,Sparkling,US,"Dark in color, almost red, and you might mistake it, blind-smelling, for a Pinot Noir, except for the doughy scent. Drinks rich and full-bodied, with raspberry-strawberry flavors. What's neat about this bubbly is that your mouth can't figure out if it's dry or off-dry. It straddles that mysterious line perfectly.",Rouge,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Korbel NV Rouge  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-rouge-sonoma-county-21359/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
13.8,Red,US,"Some rough, numbing tannins mask the underlying cherry fruit. This is a young wine, with sharp acidity, and it's not offering much pleasure now. Best to cellar it in a cool place for a good two years, when it should soften up.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1999 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1999,Lockwood
,Red,US,"Made in a jammy, extracted style, with baked apple pie, cinnamon, anise and black pepper aromas. The tannins are pretty strong now, and so the wine is tough and aggressive. Best to let it sit for a year or two.",Vine Hill,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marr 1999 Vine Hill Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marr-1999-vine-hill-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Marr
13.5,Red,US,"Has the characteristic peppery aromas and flavors, and lush, soft tannins with supportive acids, that have long marked this wine. But it seems thin in fruit. A wave of plummy blackberry washes over the tongue and then instantly disappears. Oak is not an adequate replacement.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2000 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2000,Fess Parker
,Red,US,"Deeply colored in a black and purple hue, the wine smells young, with oak and grape aromas dominating. It's obviously in need of age. The flavors are New World ripe, suggesting plums and blackberries, and the tannins are rich enough for cellaring. A more troubling note is the excessively soft mouthfeel. It lacks life and vibrancy and feels flat and syrupy on the tongue.",,32,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cafaro 2000 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cafaro-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2000,Cafaro
13.5,Red,Chile,"Rich and ripe, although rough, with pronounced blackberry flavors and soft tannins. The mouthfeel is especially nice, and rolls over the palate like a velvet scarf. The finish is dry.",Reserva,10,85,Maipo Valley,,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2000 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2000-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,Red,US,"Quite bright, with briary, tangy, herbal, olive and blackberry flavors. Tannins are a bit rustic and angular. Moderately long on the finish.",,55,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Arrowood 1999 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1999,Arrowood
14.5,Red,US,"Darkly purple, this wine smells young, too. Blueberries, earth and tobacco aromas lead to dry flavors of boysenberries and other dark berries, and soft tannins. Light on the oak, it's not a deeply layered wine, but it's honestly made and likeable, and will come alive with food.",,27,85,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,J.J. Mchale 1999 Cabernet Franc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jj-mchale-1999-cabernet-franc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Cabernet Franc,1999,J.J. Mchale
8,Sparkling,US,"This is old-style pink Champagne, like they sipped from flat glasses in the 1930s. It smells like raspberry soda and cotton candy, and tastes sweet and fruity. Refreshing acidity provides the balance it needs.",Rosso,8,85,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Rosso  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-rosso-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Ballatore
,Red,US,"Warm-country red wine with very low acids framing plum and cherry flavors. They put only 2% Viognier in, but it shows up as a hint of lemons in the finish. This soft, supple sipper is clean, dry and supple, with a touch of oak.",Wetzel Family Estate,18,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2000 Wetzel Family Estate Syrah (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2000-wetzel-family-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Syrah,2000,Alexander Valley Vineyards
13.5,Red,Chile,Sweet chocolate flavors and a layer of toast pair well with the raspberry and earth aromas. The wine is made to be drunk now and enjoyed.,Reserve,13,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Agustinos 2000 Reserve Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2000-reserve-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2000,Agustinos
14.2,Red,US,"This is a bit riper and sweeter than the Edna Ranch bottling, and certainly less tannic. Blackberry, cherry liqueur and black raspberry flavors are accessible and sweet. It is, however, a rustic wine, with jagged tannins, while high acidity gives the finish a peppery, hot burn.",Rodney's Vineyard,21,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brophy Clark 2000 Rodney's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2000-rodneys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Brophy Clark
13.5,White,Chile,"A bit thin in fruit, but so clean, so zesty and filled with fresh aciditiy, you hardly notice. Besides, a little citrus goes a long way. Turns figgy on the finish. From Agustin Huneeus of Franciscan.",,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2001-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Veramonte
14.1,Red,US,"A pleasant Syrah, tangy-textured, and with pretty cherry and herb flavors at the core.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1999 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,Valley of the Moon
13.5,Red,Chile,"There's a strong oak element to this Cab, one that should be a bit more integrated than it is given that it's a '98. Black cherry fruit dominates the palate, which throws off some bitter oak. The finish is equally toasty, with a hefty dose of bitter chocolate. The feel is hard and firm; maybe it still needs time.",Enigma - Reserva,20,85,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 1998 Enigma - Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-1998-enigma-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Santa Ines
,Sparkling,US,"Made from the Muscat Canelli grape, and delicately scented with hints of peaches, vanilla, smoke and honey, and a doughy, nutty note. It's off-dry, with pleasant flavors of raspberries and peaches, although it's a bit rough and scoury.",Cuvee de Frontignan,22,85,California,California Other,California,Thornton NV Cuvee de Frontignan  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-cuvee-frontignan-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Thornton
,Red,US,"From this new, cool-climate appellation, a wine of high acidity, with a bony, tannic structure that's lean, with earth, sage and tobacco flavors. Yet there's an interesting taste of the earth. This is a first-crop wine, and one to watch as the vines mature.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Kunin 2000 Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunin-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2000,Kunin
14.5,Red,US,"Pretty good Zin, with a lush texture and rich, fine tannins. Pepper and blackberry aromas and flavors, and very dry. Loses a point or two for unripe notes of dill and oregano.",Century Vines - Shaw Vineyard,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Century Vines - Shaw Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-century-vines-shaw-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Kunde
13.5,Red,Chile,"This wine is a typical Merlot, with black cherry and earth aromas. Tannins are soft and the flavors match the aromas. It's a straightforward, satisfying quaffer.",,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2001 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2001-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2001,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.5,Red,Chile,"Varietal character is displayed in the dark earth, dark chocolate and gamy mushroom scents, as well as in the red plum, cherry, and vanilla flavors. Throughout there is a hint of green herbs that really come out on the midpalate.",120,9,85,Lontué Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 120 Merlot (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-120-merlot-lontue-valley/,Merlot,2001,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"Plummy, blackberry flavors taste very dry, with sturdy but accessible tannins and enough acidity to make your tongue tingle. There's a roughness to the wine, an earthiness, that puts it firmly in the country-style category. It's good, but a bit pricey.",Rio Seco,24,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Rio Seco 1999 Rio Seco Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rio-seco-1999-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Rio Seco
,Red,US,"Telltale white pepper aromas, with blackberries and fresh green herbs, mark this dry red wine. It's tannic, with peppery flavors and a rough texture that calls for big, rich foods, but it's well made and clean, with some degree of finesse.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 2000 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,2000,R.H. Phillips
15.5,Dessert,US,"A pleasant, sweet wine, with moderate body and nutty, spicy, melon and peach notes. A bit more acidity would provide needed focus.",Dessert Wine,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mendelson 1999 Dessert Wine Pinot Gris (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendelson-1999-dessert-wine-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-napa-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Mendelson
,Sparkling,Australia,"Here's a clean, vibrant sparkler that offers plenty of high-class character at a giveaway price. It has a kick of peach-fruit flavor, and the bubbles are a bit rough and jagged. But it's perfect for big gatherings that don't call for the expensive stuff.",Brut,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Seaview 2000 Brut  (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaview-2000-brut-sparkling-south-eastern/,Champagne Blend,2000,Seaview
13,Red,Chile,"Dusty cherry and chocolate aromas are uplifted by some flowery notes. Flavors of cassis, raspberry and mild buttery oak make for a correct, pleasant palate. Some additional butter and vanilla flavors are detectable on the finish. Given its price, this wine is fresh and tasty enough, with staying power.",,6,85,Rapel Valley,,,Walnut Crest 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walnut-crest-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Walnut Crest
,Sparkling,US,"Good everyday bubbly, a little aggressive but serviceable. Mainly Chardonnay, with some Pinot Noir, it has delicate flavors and is very dry and tart.",Brut Prestige,16,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Brut Prestige  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-brut-prestige-napa-valley-21363/,Champagne Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
,Red,Chile,"The grapes were very ripe and jammy, offering up rich, thick flavors of blackberries, cherries and plums, wrapped in thick, soft dry tannins and a hint of smoky oak. This is a big wine, not very complex, but direct and appealing. The finish is fruity and simple.",,20,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2000 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2000-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Arboleda
13.5,Red,Chile,"There is plenty of ripe black fruit on the tight, smoky, clean nose and then loads of cassis and raspberry flavors along with oak shadings on the palate. The body is just moderate in weight and there is a bit of weakness to the core, but it finishes nicely.",Casillero del Diablo,10,85,Central Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-casillero-diablo-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"On the nose, jammy black fruit, particularly black grapes, shines out from under oak and nut accents. Medium-full on the palate, with chewy plum and blackberry fruit, and an undercurrent of herb that continues on through the finish. A perennial good-value wine.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2001 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2001,Delicato
14.1,Red,Chile,"Dark and dramatically purple, a wine that looks like it has all the extracted fruit in the world. And in fact the flavors are enormous, filled with jammy berries and stone fruits. The wine is very soft in acids and tannins. It's a nice mouthful but could use more structure and finesse.",Reserve - Estate Grown,15,85,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 2000 Reserve - Estate Grown Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2000-reserve-estate-grown-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Carmen
14.5,Red,US,"A very dark wine, inky purple, that stains the glass with glycerine, it opens with powerful aromas of black pepper. The pepper theme reprises on the palate, along with blackberries. The wine is very dry and feels thick and heavy, the result of low acids. Much work remains to be done, but this early result is promising.",,29,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,J.J. Mchale 1999 Syrah (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jj-mchale-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Syrah,1999,J.J. Mchale
14.2,Red,US,"Combines greenish, stalky aromas of white pepper and tobacco with fruitier flavors approaching cherries, but it's a lean, tart wine. Feels angular in the mouth, and the tannins are stark. This dry, Chianti-like wine demands the richest fare.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1999 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1999-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Valley of the Moon
,Red,US,"This quaffing Merlot was aged in oak for a year, which is evidenced by spice and caramel aromas on the nose. Plum and blackberry fruit is nice and jammy; mouthfeel is smooth but solid.",,13,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterra 2000 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-2000-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,2000,Monterra
12.5,Red,Chile,"Some rusticity in the form of leather, spice and bacon separate the aromas of this wine from the ordinary. The mouth comes across a bit juicy due to high acidity, but that also keeps things fresh across the tongue. Flavors of black fruit and plums lead into a finish that's dark with coffee.",,8,86,Curicó Valley,,,Millaman 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Millaman
,Sparkling,US,"A full-bodied version of Chardon's Brut Classic, except that the color is darker and there are slight hints of strawberries. It's very dry, with slightly rough bubbles and a clean, yeasty finish",Blanc de Noirs,17,86,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Blanc de Noirs  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Sparkling,US,"Light and lemony, an easy sipper. Feels pleasant and clean in the mouth, with rough bubbles, an uneven texture and a slightly sweet finish.",Blanc de Blancs,22,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Blancs  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,US,"Here's a big, rich wine, exuberantly fruity and spicy. It's packed with ripe berry and stone fruit flavors, and is very dry. The tannins are nice and intricate. It's not a layered, complex wine, but a fine one, with a lot of character. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Zinfandel.",Classics,13,86,California,California Other,California,Emeril's 2000 Classics Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emerils-2000-classics-red-other/,Red Blend,2000,Emeril's
,Red,US,"Dark red in color, this sweet wine smells and tastes like a raspberry Slurpee. The fruit flavors are direct and agreeable, backed up with crisp acidity. It's a syrupy wine that could be poured over vanilla ice cream or pound cake.",Framboise,12,86,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon NV Framboise Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-nv-framboise-red-other/,Red Blend,,Bonny Doon
,Port/Sherry,US,"Fairly sweet, with dark chocolate, black cherry, and sweetened espresso flavors, set off by adequate acidity. Lacks the layers and complexity of the best Portuguese stuff, but at this price, it's a nice wine to sip with chocolate desserts.",Sousao Port,15,86,California,California Other,California,Belo 1999 Sousao Port Port (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belo-1999-sousao-port-port-blend-port-other/,Port,1999,Belo
,Red,France,"A soft wine, with ripe fruit and sweet wood aromas. The fruit is ripe, with a rich, juicy character and sweet fruit flavors. This is a wine that's already ready to drink.",Reserve Bordeaux Rouge,14,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Bonnet 1999 Reserve Bordeaux Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bonnet-1999-reserve-bordeaux-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Château Bonnet
,Red,US,"Barbera can make a good, all-purpose dry wine when grown in warmer regions and yields are limited. The grapes for this wine are from Lodi and Amador counties. It's very dry, sappy and acidic, with an almond-skin bitterness, and neutral berry flavors. One-dimensional, but might perk up with a little tomato sauce and olive oil.",,14,86,California,California Other,California,Pepi 2000 Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2000-barbera-other/,Barbera,2000,Pepi
13.5,Red,Chile,"Smoked meat and flowers comprise the aromatics, with lots of oak and berry fruit to the palate. The finish is tannic but not too much so, and there's also some cherry, vanilla and coffee.",Estates,9,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Porta 2000 Estates Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-estates-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Porta
,Red,US,"Delicato says that this offering is more French-styled than its other offerings. Though you won't exactly mistake this for a Cotes-du-Rhône, there's more of a mineral component here than oak, and the fruit isn't as jammy and sweet as it is in some of the other offerings.",,13,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterra 2000 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,2000,Monterra
,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir, this wine is soft, creamy and easy to drink. There are pleasing flavors of almonds and white fruits leaving a fresh, ripe aftertaste.",Reserve Brut,36,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Michel Gonet NV Reserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gonet-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Michel Gonet
12,Sparkling,US,"This copper-colored wine is on the fruity side, with upfront strawberry aromas next to smoke, vanilla and bread dough. This is a very clean, very dry bubbly, full-bodied and fruity in flavor. The bubbles are a bit rough, but it's a good value.",Blanc de Noirs,11,86,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Blanc de Noirs  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
,Sparkling,US,"Fairly broad on the palate, with a touch of sweetness. Melon, apple and toast flavors come to the fore.",Good Luck Cuvee,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1998 Good Luck Cuvee  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1998-good-luck-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1998,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Dark, young, rough stuff. This is a big jammy wine, filled with fresh juicy berry fruit flavors and pronounced dusty tannins. It's a lusty wine, meant for rip-roaring good times and toasts, to be drunk with barbecued animals.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2000 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Robert Hall
14,Red,Chile,"Enticing aromas of dry peat, milk chocolate and radicchio lead to cedar, cocoa and sweet, juicy red plum flavors. Ends a bit tight with awkward tannins, but it's still worthy of exploration.",Estate Bottled,8,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 2001 Estate Bottled Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-2001-estate-bottled-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2001,Santa Ines
,White,Chile,"Honey like, with hints of apricot, melon, apple and spice. A hint of earthiness pervades this Chilean dessert wine.",Late Harvest,11,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-late-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Errazuriz
,Red,US,"From a single vineyard, Alice's, in the Bennett Valley area, a complex blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc. It's young and big and jammy now, and consequently a bit unbalanced, with biting fruit. But the rich tannins suggest cellaring. Try aging through 2005.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Giacinto 1999 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacinto-1999-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1999,Giacinto
,Sparkling,US,"Light in aroma, flavor and body, almost insubstantial except for the bubbles and alcohol, and probably by design. This blend of Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Muscat Canelli has the barest suggestion of peaches, and a hint of sweetness. But it's basically tart, neutral and dry.",Sofia Blanc de Blancs,19,86,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2002 Sofia Blanc de Blancs  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2002-sofia-blanc-blancs-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,2002,Francis Coppola
,Red,US,"Barbera is being discovered as an old-style wine with a sturdy, rich character. This wine is very young, with sharp, jammy wild berry flavors. It will be good now with pasta, but try aging it for a few years to soften the edges.",Sierra Series,12,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Renwood 2001 Sierra Series Barbera (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2001-sierra-series-barbera-sierra-foothills/,Barbera,2001,Renwood
13.3,Red,Chile,"The oak influence is obvious, meaning there are distinct aromas of sawdust and _mocha on the nose. The palate is lively, with a decent amount of cherry and raspberry fruit. Some additional oak-based coffee and _mocha comes up on the finish. All in all it's fresh and easy enough to drink.",Reserve,14,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Santa Ema
,Red,US,"Bright, jammy fruit is plump and juicy in this likeable wine, which is most notable for the balance of its parts. It's a full-bodied, rich wine, with earthy-berry flavors, dry and tart with fresh young acidity. Made by Greg Brewer, of Brewer-Clifton, from 100% estate grapes.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Melville 2000 Syrah (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melville-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Syrah,2000,Melville
,Red,France,"The fairy-tale castle of Camarsac, all turrets and grey stone, dominates its vineyard. The wine has a bright purple color. Aromas of black currants and herbs follow through to flavors that have a woody, stalky element along with the soft fruit. This is traditional red Bordeaux, and in a ripe year like 2000 it works.",,8,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château de Camarsac 2000  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-camarsac-2000-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château de Camarsac
13.2,Red,US,"Think of this as a great by-the-glass red at an inexpensive, family-style restaurant. It's pale in color and soft in tannins, with pretty cherry flavors. Good acidity perks it up, and helps make it a value. Perfect with pizza and lasagna.",Barrel Aged,10,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2000 Barrel Aged Sangiovese (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2000-barrel-aged-sangiovese-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sangiovese,2000,Château Julien
15,Red,US,"No doubt about this being Paso Zin. It's filled with cherry-berry flavors, is very soft in acids and tannins and contains plenty of alcohol. Feels gentle and limpid, and goes down nice and easy.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,EOS
,Red,US,"Supple, dry and very light on fruit. Instead, offers earthy, tobacco flavors and the tastes of dried kitchen herbs. Hefty tannins and acids leave your tongue sticking to the roof of your mouth. Obviously not very giving right now.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2000 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2000,Longoria
,Red,US,"As the name implies, this is a wine to quaff with munchies, and its only duties are to be red and dry. It fulfills those amply, with dark berry flavors and enough full-bodiedness to stand up to most anything. This blend of Barbera, Cinsault and Sangiovese is cheerful and honest.",Shorty's Bistro Red,12,86,California,South Coast,Temecula,Mount Palomar 2000 Shorty's Bistro Red Red (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-palomar-2000-shortys-bistro-red-south-coast-temecula/,Red Blend,2000,Mount Palomar
,Red,Chile,"Clean, fresh and welcoming, with a complex hint of bacon and spice. The mouth is full of plum, cherry and other berry notes, making for a satisfying palate. The finish is smooth and adequately long, and while it's a touch weak at the core, it's still a nice wine.",Terrarum,9,86,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2000 Terrarum Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-terrarum-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Morandé
,Red,US,"This is a fine example of a winery that takes an elegant approach to Zin, vinifying the grapes to make a wine lighter than many in tannins and in fruit. The winemaker understands that wine is meant to go with food. Berry and herb flavors finish dry and the texture is smooth.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Foppiano 2000 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Foppiano
12,Sparkling,US,"Fairly full on the palate, with a core of lemon, herb, toast and nut flavors.",Brut Classic 198,16,86,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Brut Classic 198  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-brut-classic-198-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
13.9,Red,US,"A Gallo label, and a fine wine. Shows its warm origins in easily ripened fruit, big and rich in plums and blackberries, with soft tannins and acids. Yet it's not a simple wine. It has depth and complexity, although a taste of raisins in the finish is bothersome.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Anapamu 2000 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Anapamu
,Red,US,"From the warmer east side of the appellation, this wine illustrates the area's ability to perfecty ripen Syrah to fat, lush flavors of violets, blueberries, chocolate and sweet black cherries. The downside of this sunny sweetness is harsh tannins, which make the wine angular and chunky in the mouth.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Changala 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/changala-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Changala
14.3,Red,US,"From Westside grapes grown near Templeton, this is a nice, easy-to-drink wine packed with pretty black-cherry and blueberry flavors. The tannins and acids are soft and gentle. Has real richness and vibrancy, and even some complexity in the finish.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Victor Hugo 2000 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/victor-hugo-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Victor Hugo
12,Sparkling,US,"A pretty wine, with hints of pear, citrus, toast, apples and herbs.",Brut,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 1998 Brut  (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-1998-brut-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,1998,Glenora
14,Sparkling,Australia,"This is a blend of Shiraz (54%), Cabernet Franc (32%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (14%). And yes, it's a sparkling wine. The flavors are dark chocolate and blackberries with caramel and toast. The finish is semisweet, with good acidity and a nice layer of tannins.",Vixen,15,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fox Creek NV Vixen Sparkling (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-nv-vixen-sparkling-mclaren-vale/,Sparkling Blend,,Fox Creek
13.5,Red,Chile,"Bold and fragrant, with aromas of cassis, cherry and oak. The only flaw to the bouquet is a touch of weedy greeness, but it's slight. The flavor profile is all berries: black currant, cherry, raspberry and strawberry. The finish is racy, with a healthy acidic streak. There's no shortage of pop and verve, although deepness and richness are absent.",Estates,10,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Porta 2000 Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Porta
,Red,US,"This unusual blend of six varietals is dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon. It's a dark, youthful wine marked by oak and black currant aromas and flavors and is extremely dry, with a lean, herbal profile and structured tannins. A bit austere now, it will benefit from cellaring.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cinergi 2000 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinergi-2000-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Cinergi
,Red,US,"These vines are 100 years old, and although this wine stems from the same vineyard as the Old Vine bottling, it has important differences. It's much softer in acidity. It's also much denser and thicker in the mouth, and the flavors suggest dark chocolate, plum preserves, and elderberry wine. To my mind, it lacks the balance and verve of the Old Vine Zin.",Duarte Vineyard Ancient Vine,35,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,V. Sattui 2000 Duarte Vineyard Ancient Vine Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-2000-duarte-vineyard-ancient-vine-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,2000,V. Sattui
,Sparkling,US,"Smells like Muscat, with pretty apricot and orange-blossom aromas, and as the name suggests, it's just a little bubbly. The sweetness level is high, but not exceptional. This clean wine is fun and perfect for fresh fruits or wedding cake.",Semi-Sparkling,16,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tualatin Estate 2001 Semi-Sparkling Muscat (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tualatin-estate-2001-semi-sparkling-muscat-willamette-valley/,Muscat,2001,Tualatin Estate
12.9,Dessert,US,"Pretty and sweet, with citrus and herb notes at the fore. A hint of woodiness shows through, though, followed by apricot and peach flavors.",IceWine,25,86,Rhode Island,Southeastern New England,,Sakonnet 1999 IceWine Vidal Blanc (Southeastern New England),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sakonnet-1999-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-southeastern-new-england/,Vidal Blanc,1999,Sakonnet
,Sparkling,US,"Copper colored. Clean, delicate aromas of cotton candy, strawberry, vanilla, smoke, yeast. In the mouth, subtle flavors suggest strawberries. It's dry, with crisp acids. The mousse is a bit rough, and scours the palate.",Limited Release - Blanc de Noir,22,86,California,South Coast,Temecula,Thornton NV Limited Release - Blanc de Noir  (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-limited-release-blanc-noir-sparkling-south-coast-temecula/,Champagne Blend,,Thornton
13,Red,Chile,"Some brambly spice gets it going, with apple skin, cherry and other high-toned fruits coming next. For a value-priced wine, it delivers all that can be expected and arguably a bit more. The finish is lengthy and clean, bordering on stylish.",Hand Picked Selection,7,86,Central Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2000 Hand Picked Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-2000-hand-picked-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Portal Del Alto
12,Sparkling,US,"Opens with traditional aromas of hay and toast. Pineapple and a hint of apricot waft in to the palate, which has toast and stone fruit flavors. The finish is clean and a bit grassy, with a touch of toast. This is a great pour for celebrating at home.",Brut,50,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1993 Brut  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1993-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1993,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"An intensely gamy or leathery scent opens this deeply fruity wine, which has luscious flavors of kirsch and black cherries. These rich, jammy flavors coat the palate with syrupy deliciousness and the finish is ripe and long-lasting.",Paragon,28,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Kynsi 1999 Paragon Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-1999-paragon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,1999,Kynsi
12,Dessert,US,"Fragrant with peach and floral notes, the wine offers a light texture with hints of honey, herb and apricot on the finish.",Isabella Late Harvest,16,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Wilson 2001 Isabella Late Harvest Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilson-2001-isabella-late-harvest-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Wilson
,Red,US,"Few California wineries have striven more to perfect Sangiovese than Amador Foothill. This is a work in progress. The score isn't high, but it's a winery to watch. You don't perfect this varietal overnight. Dry, with black cherry flavors and pretty tannic. The challenge is to tame the tannins and create depth.",,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2000 Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2000-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,2000,Amador Foothill Winery
18,Dessert,US,"Port-like, with dried cherry, prune, toast, licorice, coffee and chocolate flavors. Somewhat sweet and bright.",LBV Port Style,18,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1998 LBV Port Style Cabernet Sauvignon (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1998-lbv-port-style-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Eola Hills
,Sparkling,France,"A rich wine with yeasty aromas; also tart, raspberry acidity that balances the almost chunky, full-bodied character of the palate. It could do with some more subtlety, but it's still a fine match for food.",Blanc de Noirs Brut,27,86,Champagne,Champagne,,E. Barnaut NV Blanc de Noirs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-barnaut-nv-blanc-noirs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,E. Barnaut
8,Sparkling,US,"If you like your bubbly sweet, this is an excellent choice. The cleanliness and sleek, refreshing quality is impressive. So are the flavors of peaches and raspberries. Finishes with a honeyed scour of acidity.",Gran Spumante,7,86,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Gran Spumante  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-gran-spumante-california-18079/,Champagne Blend,,Ballatore
,Red,US,There are some pretty notes of plum and blackberry in this very dry wine. It opens with a burst of white pepper scents and feels pretty nice and almost lush on the palate.It just lacks depth.,,7,86,California,California Other,California,Butterfield Station 2000 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/butterfield-station-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Butterfield Station
14,Red,Chile,"Arugula, dark chocolate and faint cherry-vanilla aromas meld well with flavors of apple peel and a hint of white pepper. Red plum and dark chocolate repeat throughout. Light-bodied and fruity, with just enough acidity.",Estate Bottled,6,86,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Rivas 2001 Estate Bottled Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-rivas-2001-estate-bottled-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2001,Casa Rivas
12.5,Red,Chile,"Dark in color, with aromas of bacon and spice. The palate is tight-grained and woody, with ample berry fruit peeking through. Firm acids keep it fresh from start to finish, while the only thing holding it back is some hollowness to the midpalate.",Gran Reserva,12,87,Maipo Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 1999 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-1999-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Portal Del Alto
,Sparkling,France,"A selection from Serge Mathieu's best parcels, this wine has full, ripe fruit, layers of green grapefruit flavors and white currants. It has good depth, finishing with fine toast and acidity at the end, just missing a higher mark because of its unbalanced dosage.",Tête de Cuvée Select Brut,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Serge Mathieu NV Tête de Cuvée Select Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/serge-mathieu-nv-tete-cuvee-select-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Serge Mathieu
,Red,US,"This is a dark, very aromatic wine, brimming with aromas of freshly-crushed white pepper and blackberries. It's filled with fruity sweetness, but is fundamentally dry. The tannins are soft and melted, and the acids are soft, too. This makes it rich and mellow.",Ladi's Vineyard,27,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2000 Ladi's Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2000-ladis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2000,Paradise Ridge
,White,Italy,"Falanghina is both the grape variety and the Italian DOC. It's another of southern Italy's indigenous varieties that is experiencing a comeback. Pear and stone fruit aromas and flavors lead the way, but there's also a strong sense of minerality and spice that's not obscured by any oak treatment and a fresh, citrusy finish.",,16,87,Southern Italy,Falanghina del Sannio,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2001  Falanghina del Sannio,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2001-italian-white-falanghina-falanghina-sannio/,Falanghina,2001,Feudi di San Gregorio
,White,Italy,"This big, rich, barrel-fermented blend of Fiano and Greco comes close to being too much of a good thing. Buttery, nutty aromas accent sweet pears and tropical fruit, while the mouthfeel is oily and dense, leaving a long, toasty finish behind.",Campanaro,36,87,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2001 Campanaro White (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2001-campanaro-white-irpinia/,White Blend,2001,Feudi di San Gregorio
13.5,Red,Chile,"Satisfying cedar, matchstick and cherry-pie aromas; then equivalent flavors, with the addition of wet stone. The finish is earthy yet elegant.",Molina,8,87,Chile,,,Echeverria 2000 Molina Cabernet Sauvignon (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-2000-molina-cabernet-sauvignon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Echeverria
,Sparkling,France,"This is the basic nonvintage cuvée from Chartogne-Taillet and the only (slight) disappointment in an otherwise great range. The wine has a yeasty character, with apples and white fruits with toast coming through at the end. But unbalanced sweetness from the dosage was apparent in this bottling—maybe if it is kept it will improve.",Cuvée Sainte-Anne Brut,33,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Chartogne-Taillet NV Cuvée Sainte-Anne Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chartogne-taillet-nv-cuvee-sainte-anne-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Chartogne-Taillet
12.5,Red,US,"This very nice wine startles the palate with a peppery assault, then calms down and spreads tart red cherry flavors over the tongue. Dusty tannins show up in the aftertaste. This is pretty good stuff, and it would be interesting to try it with rich Italian cuisine.",,16,87,California,South Coast,Temecula,Castelletto 1999 Sangiovese (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelletto-1999-sangiovese-south-coast-temecula/,Sangiovese,1999,Castelletto
11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"This rose-colored sparkler boasts alluring aromas of baking bread and strawberry jam on toast. The palate is fresh and lively, laced with strawberries and cream. Refreshing and satisfying.",Sparkling Pinot Noir,22,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Bird in Hand 2001 Sparkling Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bird-in-hand-2001-sparkling-pinot-noir-adelaide-hills/,Pinot Noir,2001,Bird in Hand
13,Sparkling,US,"This is the same Pinot Noir-Chardonnay blend as the Classic Vintage Brut, and is very similar to it in taste. The technical notes say that it's the sweetest of the bubblies, and it does have a soft, round, honeyed finish.",Russian Cuvee,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1997 Russian Cuvee  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1997,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Dark and brooding-looking, with an inky-purple robe that's almost black. The aromas begin with earthy, truffle-and-mushroom notes and slowly open up to reveal plums and other dark stone fruits. Drinks thick, tannic and dry, with a core of plummy-berry fruit. This sturdy, big-boned wine will stand up to rich game, and also will age.",Flagship,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Whaler 1999 Flagship Shiraz (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whaler-1999-flagship-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Shiraz,1999,Whaler
13.5,Red,Chile,"This wine comes from Carmen's organic vineyard, and it's full and hefty, a step up in size and quality from the average Chilean Cab. Aromas of marshmallow, spice and pickle barrel indicate the possibility of American oak influence, while the cherry, blackberry and chocolate palate is dense and chewy. A cool note of menthol graces the finish.",Nativa - Organic Wine,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2000 Nativa - Organic Wine Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2000-nativa-organic-wine-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Carmen
,Sparkling,US,"Sporting a rich, doughy aroma, this pretty bubbly serves up broad peach, pear and toast flavors that are highlighted by a tangy citrus finish.",Brut,16,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Mirabelle NV Brut  (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabelle-nv-brut-north-coast-20610/,Champagne Blend,,Mirabelle
,Red,US,"The Godfather's hommage to a common Italian varietal is a Zinfandel-like fruity wine, rich in berry flavors suggesting plums and blueberries. It's dry, with distinctly Napa-esque fine dusty tannins. Raises this garden-variety grape to a new level of luxury.",Dolcetto,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Niebaum-Coppola 2000 Dolcetto Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-2000-dolcetto-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Niebaum-Coppola
12,Sparkling,US,"One of America's best-selling bruts, affordable and dependable. They score again with a delicately flavored, dry wine with elegance and finesse.",Brut,11,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
13.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet, rich and open: This Colchagua Cab offers much of what's good about Chilean red wine. It's fresh, emphasizing ripe and big berry fruit with a streak of sweet strawberry. It's round in the mouth, wholesome and finishes with length and finesse, as well as some bitter chocolate flavors. An easy drink with no flaws.",Gran Reserva - Estate Bottled,13,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2000 Gran Reserva - Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2000-gran-reserva-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Luis Felipe Edwards
14.5,Red,US,Moderate body and cherry-like flavors blend nicely with plum and herbal notes. An enjoyable Zin from old vines.,Gnarly Vine - Monte Rosso Vineyard,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1999 Gnarly Vine - Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1999-gnarly-vine-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Louis M. Martini
12.5,Sparkling,US,"An immediate air of salinity says “coastal,” but who would have guessed Rhode Island? Buttercream, bright citrus, toast and stone fruit aromas and flavors complete this balanced blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.",Brut,30,87,Rhode Island,Southeastern New England,,Sakonnet 1996 Brut  (Southeastern New England),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sakonnet-1996-brut-sparkling-southeastern-new-england/,Champagne Blend,1996,Sakonnet
,Red,US,"A young, jammy Zin, fresh and sharp as a summer rainfall. Rich and fruity, with brambly blackberry and black raspberry flavors and a jolt of youthful acidity. Soft tannins let it glide down nice and gentle.",Old Vine,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 2000 Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2000-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Renwood
14.9,Red,US,"Still one of California's most widely planted red grapes, Barbera when taken seriously, as it is here, produces a dry, fruity wine of considerable depth and complexity. The berry flavors have a rough, country edge and enough acidity to warrant long-term aging. In time this wine will achieve grace.",Reserve,24,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Shenandoah 2000 Reserve Barbera (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-2000-reserve-barbera-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Barbera,2000,Shenandoah
,Red,US,"A first vintage for this longtime grower, tucked into the hillside behind Robert Mondavi winery. Briary black cherry and anise notes are at the fore, backed by tea and herb flavors for added interest. Modest tannins and firm acidity give good structure, with a medium-length finish.",,30,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Detert Family Vineyards 2000 Cabernet Franc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/detert-family-2000-cabernet-franc-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Detert Family Vineyards
,Sparkling,France,"Erick de Sousa blends wines from six different years for this cuvée, which comes from old vines in the village of Avize. It has aromas of crisp green fruit and yeast. There is a light toast character on the palate along with lively acidity, which persists through the finish. This bottle had a disgorgement date of 4/19/2002.",Cuvée des Caudalies Blanc de Blancs Vielles Vignes Brut,60,87,Champagne,Champagne,,De Sousa & Fils NV Cuvée des Caudalies Blanc de Blancs Vielles Vignes Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sousa-fils-nv-cuvee-caudalies-blanc-blancs-vielles-vignes-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Sousa & Fils
,Red,US,"California struggles to produce great Sangiovese. This worthy effort holds the line of scrimmage. It's a pretty piece of winemaking, with upfront berry and tobacco flavors, soft tannins and mouthwatering acidity, a good foil for olive oil or beef. Yet it's clearly a work in progress.",Los Amigos Ranch,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Los Amigos Ranch Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-los-amigos-ranch-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,De Loach
,Red,US,"This year, Patrick Campbell has crafted an unusual blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Grenache and Barbera, but the basic Reds style remains unchanged. It's still a big, lusty wine. Filled with young, fresh jammy flavors and strong acids, it's dry as dust, and cries out for rustic foods, like pizza or grilled chicken.",Reds,8,87,California,California Other,California,Laurel Glen 2000 Reds Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2000-reds-other/,Red Blend,2000,Laurel Glen
12,Sparkling,US,"Subtle Chardonnay flavors of peaches and apples taste brisk and tart thanks to high acidity, with barely any sweetness at all to soften it. This severe style is very clean, and calls for the right foods. Sushi would be perfect.",Natural,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Korbel 1999 Natural  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-1999-natural-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1999,Korbel
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Crisp and clean, with bright citrus and toast notes that finish lively on the tongue. Fresh and light.",25th anniversary Cuvee,25,87,New York,New York Other,New York,Glenora 1996 25th anniversary Cuvee  (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-1996-25th-anniversary-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1996,Glenora
13.8,Red,US,"Black as ink in color, with pronounced aromas of white pepper and blackberries. Tastes fruitier than it smells, with a myriad of berry flavors, and the tannins are rich. Yet it's too young    now, with fresh, sharp acidity. Best to lay this puppy down for a good five years. Ten years is even better.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2000 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2000-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,2000,Girard
,White,France,"The more serious of Francis Courselle's whites is aged in wood. At the moment, the wood is too dominant, but it is still early days for this wine, which certainly needs aging. Richness combines with lemongrass flavors to suggest good fruit under the wood.",Cuvee Francis Courselle Bordeaux Blanc,10,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Thieuley 2001 Cuvee Francis Courselle Bordeaux Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thieuley-2001-cuvee-francis-courselle-bordeaux-blanc-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2001,Château Thieuley
,White,France,"A delicious up-front style of wine, brimming with refreshing crisp, green fruit. Winemaker Francis Courselle believes the future of his part of Bordeaux (the Entre-deux-Mers) is in whites—and this easy wine proves the point.",Bordeaux Blanc,6,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château Thieuley 2001 Bordeaux Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-thieuley-2001-bordeaux-blanc-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2001,Château Thieuley
,White,France,"With his almost half-and-half blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, Scotsman Esme Johnstone has produced a ripe, modern, fruity wine, with a light touch of oak to round out the fruit and its balancing acidity.",Bordeaux Blanc,8,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Sours 2000 Bordeaux Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2000-bordeaux-blanc-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2000,Château de Sours
8.4,Dessert,US,"Not quite as rich and viscous as one would expect from a dessert wine. It nonetheless serves up a fine blend of melon, peach, spice, ginger and citrus notes.",Select Late Harvest,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Artesa 1999 Select Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-select-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Artesa
14.1,Dessert,US,Spice and mineral notes frame a honey-like core in this zingy dessert wine. The finish has a menthol kick.,,35,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Mendelson 1999 Muscat Canelli (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendelson-1999-muscat-canelli-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Muscat Canelli,1999,Mendelson
,Red,Chile,"Earthy and blackberry aromas are complemented by flavors of chocolate, tobacco and leather. A nice balance of tannins and acidity makes for a pleasant-drinking Cab.",Vielles Vignes,20,87,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 1999 Vielles Vignes Cabernet Sauvignon (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-1999-vielles-vignes-cabernet-sauvignon-requinoa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Château Los Boldos
,Red,US,"This is a Zin as classy as many that cost a lot more. True, it could use a tad more fruity concentration, but that's a minor quibble. It's spicy and round, balanced and harmonious, and the tannins are pretty as a picture.",,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Charles Krug
13.5,Red,US,"Aromas of bacon, blackberry, cassis and smoke are rich and inviting and make your mouth water in anticipation. The flavors don't disappoint. It's not a big wine, but a pretty one, with assertive fruity, peppery flavors silhouetted by richly textured tannins and acids and a dry, smooth finish.",Coastal Reserve,16,87,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo,Callaway 1999 Coastal Reserve Syrah (San Luis Obispo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1999-coastal-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo/,Syrah,1999,Callaway
12.5,Sparkling,US,"An approachable, easy-to-like wine. Majority Pinot Noir lends sweet raspberry flavors, while Chardonnay contributes limes. The rest is all dough and acidity and lees. It's a bit rough and scoury on the palate.",Wedding Cuvee,28,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1999 Wedding Cuvee  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1999-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1999,Iron Horse
12,Sparkling,US,"This is really fun to drink, with its full-throttle peach and strawberry flavors and rich yeasty accents. It's feels great on the palate, all bubbly and dry and clean, with a pleasant finish.",Brut,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gloria Ferrer NV Brut  (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-brut-sparkling-sonoma-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,Chile,"Ripe berry and coffee flavors and a solid dose of oak. The texture is seductive, all velvet and plush silk in the mouth. It finishes sweetly fruity, with good balance, but it's no better than the regular bottling.",Reserva,25,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Errazuriz
,Sparkling,US,"This mostly Pinot Noir, which has a gold-pink color, is indeed extra dry. The quality of the fruit is not dampened by the extra sweetness, rather, it's rich and zesty, with a hint of raspberry and pepper. Good acids, rich bubbles and if it's a little rough, it cleanses the palate and prepares it for food.",Extra-Dry Riche,17,87,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Extra-Dry Riche  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-extra-dry-riche-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,White,US,"Inspired by the sweet white wines of southern France, this fruit-filled wine has flavors of peaches and pears, crisp acidity, and is sweet but not terribly so. It brings to mind berry-filled tarts or perfectly ripe tree fruits.",Muscat a Petits Grains,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Domaine de la Terre Rouge 2000 Muscat a Petits Grains Muscat (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-2000-muscat-a-petits-grains-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Muscat,2000,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,Sparkling,US,"Light and elegant, with a trace of citrus and peach flavor. Extremely dry and tart, but with finesse and elegance. A wonderful everyday sparkler.",Blanc de Blancs,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Blanc de Blancs  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,,,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cline 2000 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2000,Cline
,Red,US,"Chunky, fruity, lots of oak; yes, it's the perfect bistro wine. Raspberry and vanilla aromas, some red licorice on the chewy palate, and then a snappy finish that hangs around for a while. It's Cab Franc Napa-style, and for a youthful wine, it's easy to drink but still offers enough nuance and character to satisfy the discerning wine drinker.",,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lang & Reed 2000 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2000-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Lang & Reed
,Red,US,"An assemblage from both cool and warm Northern California regions, and a successful one. Coastal grapes provide the zesty acidity and fine tannins, while Lodi brings lush, rich fruit. The overall effect is dry, rich and full-bodied.",,24,87,California,California Other,California,Maffey 2000 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maffey-2000-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Maffey
,Dessert,US,"A nice, clean dessert wine, with tangerine, cinnamon and vanilla aromas and flavors. It's very fruity, lip-smacking and sweet, but not that sweet. The creamy smooth mouthfeel is really nice.",Orange Muscat,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 2001 Orange Muscat Muscat (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-2001-orange-muscat-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Muscat,2001,Renwood
13.5,Red,Chile,"This wine needs some time to settle. The finish was course and gritty, but the pleasingly complex aromas were of dark sweet plums, fresh herbs and dusty chocolate. Flavors of currants with a hint of tea lead into a chewy mouthfeel.",Grand Reserve,21,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Porta 2000 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Porta
,Red,US,"Here's a juicy, fruit-driven wine that frames blueberry, blackberry and plum jam flavors in considerable tannins. The wine is kind of mouth-numbing and needs time to soften up, but it should evolve to a richer softness in a few years. Would be great with roasted leg of lamb.",,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Opolo 2000 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/opolo-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,2000,Opolo
,Red,US,"A sturdy, structural wine where tannins, oak, acidity and alcohol play starring roles. The flavors veer towards earth, sage, plums and tobacco, and are underscored by sizable tannins. This wine will soften and become richer in time. Drink now with barbecue, or cellar.",Serenade,22,87,California,California Other,California,Hunt Cellars 1999 Serenade Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1999-serenade-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Hunt Cellars
,Red,Chile,"The aromas shine with ripe berries, although there are some green notes, but it tastes fabulous. The texture is so softly silky and velvety, you don't want to swallow, while the flavors and ripe finish go on forever. Oaky nuances add to the pleasure.",El Ceibo Estate - Estate,10,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2000 El Ceibo Estate - Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2000-el-ceibo-estate-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Errazuriz
,Red,Chile,"There's a cut of acid tartness in this wine that might disappoint fans of fat, plush Bordeaux blends, but it feels lush and fancy in the mouth, framed with smoky oak. It's herbaceous and tannic now, but an ager. Try after 2005. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Don Maximaino's Founder's Reserve,60,87,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 Don Maximaino's Founder's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-don-maximainos-founders-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Errazuriz
,Sparkling,US,"Brings the quality factor up a notch from the regular brut, with a smoother mouthfeel, riper flavors, and a touch more Pinot Noir, which adds to the impression of size. This is a dry wine, young and clean, with a tart, yeasty finish.",Reserve Brut,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Domaine Chandon NV Reserve Brut  (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-napa/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
12,Sparkling,US,"There's lots of finesse in this dry, elegant wine, with its bready, citrusy aromas and flavors. A crunchy bite of acidity leads to a short, dry finish. A consistent performer in this price range.",Brut Cuvee,23,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1998 Brut Cuvee  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1998-brut-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1998,Domaine Carneros
13.4,Red,Chile,"From a varietal similar to Cabernet Sauvignon that shares its profile of a full-bodied, dry red wine, with herbal and berry flavors and dusty tannins. Hard to tell the difference, except for a peppery, tobacco note.",Reserva,10,87,Rapel Valley,,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2001 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2001-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,White,US,"Honeyed notes mingle sweetly with spice, apricot, peach and pear flavors. Lush and lingering on the finish.",Late Harvest,20,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Late Harvest Ehrenfelser (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-late-harvest-other-white-ehrenfelser-willamette-valley/,Ehrenfelser,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
12.5,Dessert,US,"Spicy and richly honeyed, but also sporting a serious jolt of bright acidity, the wine offers a lush textured, sweet edged blend of peach, orange and a hint of banana at the end.",Late Harvest Reserve,19,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Geyser Peak 2000 Late Harvest Reserve Riesling (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-late-harvest-reserve-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Riesling,2000,Geyser Peak
13.5,Red,Chile,"Hailing from the renowned Pirque subsection of the Maipo Valley, this has earth, leather and smoked meat aromas. The palate is full and rock solid, with layered plum and tobacco flavors. On the finish there's ample mocha and coffee.",Estate Bottled Reserve,6,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2000 Estate Bottled Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2000-estate-bottled-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2000,Santa Alicia
,Dessert,US,"Like a good cream Sherry, a whitish-yellow wine with orange muscat, apricot, toffee and vanilla-custard flavors and a strong, spicy finish. It's very sweet, not shockingly so, but pretty rich. Try with vanilla ice cream.",Angelica,22,88,California,California Other,California,V. Sattui NV Angelica Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-nv-angelica-muscat-other/,Muscat,,V. Sattui
11.4,Dessert,US,"Honeyed and lush, with hints of apricot, apple, citrus and peach. Rich and full on the palate.",Ciel,26,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2000 Ciel White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2000-ciel-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,2000,Martha Clara
,Red,US,"Fewer than 1,000 acres of this varietal are planted in California, but it's Spain's best native red grape. This version is so dry, it makes the tongue stick to the palate, and has some notable tannins. But the blackberry flavors are rich and long. The dense, glyceriney wine will age effortlessly and could gain interest.",,25,88,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,EXP 1999 Tempranillo (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exp-1999-tempranillo-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Tempranillo,1999,EXP
,White,Chile,"What's so nice about this wine is that it doesn't get in your face with an excess of everything. Modulated apple and peach flavors are treated with just the right dose of lees and oak, while bright acids provide needed crispness. It has an elegance that belies the giveaway price.",,8,88,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 2001 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2001-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Caliterra
13,Red,Australia,"Fat aromas of caramel and mushy black fruit seem disjointed. Some plump strawberry fruit drives the oaky palate, and the finish is dry and sizable. It has the basics but it doesn't really shine or say much.",Cawarra,6,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2000 Cawarra Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2000-cawarra-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Lindemans
,Red,US,"What is California Sangiovese? This winery answers the question with a bone-dry wine with very soft tannins and acids and earthy flavors of cherry and tobacco. The taste is fine. The problem is the body, which is so soft it's practically nonexistent.",Merlo Vineyards,28,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Camellia 2000 Merlo Vineyards Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camellia-2000-merlo-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Camellia
,Sparkling,South Africa,"This Pinot Noir-Chardonnay brut from South Africa smells yeasty and doughy, with a hint of citrus and smoke. Drinks dry and citrusy, and there's a real bite of acidity, but it's rough on the palate, and finishes with peppery sharpness.",Valley Road Hout Bay Christo,20,84,Constantia,,,Ambeloui 2000 Valley Road Hout Bay Christo  (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ambeloui-2000-valley-road-hout-bay-christo-sparkling-constantia/,Champagne Blend,2000,Ambeloui
14,Red,Italy,"An appealing bouquet of stable, earth and underbrush lure you to believe there's not much fruit here. Once the wine is in your mouth you see that this is not true. The flavors are bursting with juicy blackberries drizzled with tar, then the wine finishes full and silky.",Liste,98,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 1998 Liste  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-1998-liste-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Damilano
13.5,Red,US,"Smooth, smoky and stylish. Huge flavors of cassis and plum are rich yet controlled. The tannins are meaty and firm, but they should subside within a year or two. The coffee, toast and vanilla notes on the finish are just about perfect. This wine is right on, a reflection of Sonoma Cab at its best.",Hillside Vineyard Selection,34,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 1999 Hillside Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-hillside-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gary Farrell
,Red,France,"Smoky wood dominates this wine, both on the nose and on the palate. It is rich, with toasty wood flavors. Spice and toast combine with the concentrated flavors of dark plums and chocolate. To finish, there is a fine streak of acidity. This is a modern style of wine, which should balance well over the next two years.",Les Nazoires,,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Machard de Gramont 1999 Les Nazoires  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-machard-gramont-1999-nazoires-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Machard de Gramont
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a full sensory package of cinnamon, caramel, black cherry, char, apple and procciutto aromas and flavors. What really won us over was the well-balanced, even mouthfeel.",Corsini-Barolo,45,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Podere Ruggeri Corsini 1996 Corsini-Barolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-ruggeri-corsini-1996-barolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1996,Podere Ruggeri Corsini
,Red,Italy,"The 14-acre Brunate vineyard produces a more delicate style of Barolo. Aromas of ripe figs and flavors of superripe fruit give a sense of a sweet wine, but with huge tannins masking the sweetness. To finish, the acidity gives the wine shape and good potential—allow 10 years or more before drinking.",Bricco Rocche Brunate,90,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Ceretto 1998 Bricco Rocche Brunate Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-bricco-rocche-brunate-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
,Red,US,"Intensely varietal, with black currant aromas and flavors edged with smoky oak. Dry, rich and complex. The tannins temporarily hide the fruit, but the chewy core shows up in the middle palate. A big wine meant for the cellar. Try after 2006.",,26,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Folie à Deux
,Red,France,,,100,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 1998  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
12.5,Red,Israel,"Wild mushrooms, herbal, earthy aromas lead to green olives on the palate with black pepper, spice and tobacco, and ripe berries on the long finish.",Tishbi Vineyards,16,90,Judean Hills,,,Tishbi Estate 2000 Tishbi Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tishbi-estate-2000-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tishbi Estate
13,Red,Spain,"A rich but dusty wine, with aromas of grilled meat and steak sauce. Lush plum and currant fruit features a hint of salinity in the mouth. The tannins are well integrated, yielding a wine that is drinkable now but will last to 2010.",Seleccion Especial MM - Reserva,40,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1996 Seleccion Especial MM - Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1996-seleccion-especial-mm-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1996,Marqués del Puerto
13.7,Red,US,"For 100 years, Beaulieu's Rutherford Cabernets have been supple wines of balance and charm rather than overwhelming power. They still stubbornly are. This is classic midvalley Cabernet, with currant flavors, dusty tannins, moderate alcohol and modest oak. It will age for many years.",,25,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,Italy,"Held in oak for a year longer than the regular release, this wine is woodier and drier, and seems more acidic, too. Hints of black cherries tease the palate but it's an austere drink, with light tannins. Cries out for olive oil, butter and marbled beef.",Riserva,35,89,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 1996 Riserva  (Gattinara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-1996-riserva-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,1996,Travaglini
,Red,Italy,"Flavors of cherry tomato and dried cherries with a little saltiness need pasta or grilled meat to show their best. The aroma is a meal in itself, with chestnuts, hard salami and roasted game. A little tart on the finish, but quite enjoyable.",,32,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Neirano 1997  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neirano-1997-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Neirano
,Red,Italy,"The long, 38-month wood aging has produced a ripe, heady wine with some juicy, tarry fruit. Sweet and dry tannins combine with powerful ripe, dark fruits but the overall aftertaste is of dry wood and fruit tannins.",Brunate,60,89,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Enzo Boglietti 1998 Brunate Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-1998-brunate-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Enzo Boglietti
13,Red,Spain,,Crianza,25,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Hermanos Sastre 1999 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermanos-sastre-1999-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Hermanos Sastre
20.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"When a wine is as dense, plummy and pretty as this, you're in business. It's somewhat round and fat, but it's rightly balanced by driving cherry fruit and bitter chocolate. An LBV rich enough to top off vanilla ice cream yet vital enough to be drunk by the glass is a good thing to have in the house.",Traditional LBV,20,89,Port,,,Ferreira 1994 Traditional LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-1994-traditional-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1994,Ferreira
13,Red,Italy,"Super smooth and supple, with very ripe fruit and tasty oak galore. This is neo-New-World juice. It has rather low acidity for Barbera, and dense dark berry and prune flavors atop a plush, round mouthfeel. Finishes a touch shorter than expected, but it's a pleasure cruise all the way. Drink now–2005.",Piana,27,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Ceretto 1999 Piana  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1999-piana-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Ceretto
,White,France,"Triennes is a collaboration of two Burgundian masters—Jacques Seysses (Domaine Dujac) and Aubert de Villaine (Domaine de la Romanée-Conti)—who together purchased a run-down estate in the south of France back in 1990. The wines have steadily improved, yet the prices remain reasonable. This 100% tank-fermented Viognier shows impressive richness and texture allied to flavors of ripe apricots and peaches, plus a dash of Viognier's trademark floral aromas. Despite its weight, there's sufficient acidity to keep it lively.",Sainte Fleur,15,89,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Triennes 2000 Sainte Fleur Viognier (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triennes-2000-sainte-fleur-viognier-vin-pays-var/,Viognier,2000,Triennes
,Red,US,"A well-made wine that shows just how good a Bordeaux-style blend can be from this appellation, especially when made in a great vintage. It's dry and balanced and rich, with a touch of smoky oak and refined tannins. Lacks the acid structure of northerly reds, and needs additional complexities, but a big step forward for Temecula.",,18,89,California,South Coast,Temecula,Mount Palomar 1999 Meritage (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-palomar-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-south-coast-temecula/,Meritage,1999,Mount Palomar
,Red,Italy,"As with the Cannubi, this is a solid, chunky wine, but here the fruit is drier, with dusty tannins and acidity. Flavor of dark plums and raisins are hidden underneath the tannins at this stage.",Sarmassa,55,89,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Marchesi di Barolo 1998 Sarmassa Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-1998-sarmassa-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Marchesi di Barolo
,White,Hungary,,,10,89,Tokaji,,,Oremus 2000  Tokaji,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oremus-2000-other-white-furmint-tokaji/,Furmint,2000,Oremus
,Red,Greece,"This Cabernet Sauvignon from the Drama region might sell better in the United States if they would display that varietal on the front label. It is a nice Cab, with aromas of dried meats, black pepper and soft cheese. The palate brings juicy cherries and a chalky minerality, with nice fruit-tannin balance and a supple finish.",Amethystos,30,89,Drama,,,Domaine Constantin Lazaridi 1998 Amethystos Cabernet Sauvignon (Drama),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-constantin-lazaridi-1998-amethystos-cabernet-sauvignon-drama/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Domaine Constantin Lazaridi
,Red,France,,premier cru,27,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 premier cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-premier-cru-chardonnay-nuits-st-georges/,Chardonnay,1998,Domaine Bertagna
13.5,Red,France,"Lots of smooth vanilla notes in the nose, and plenty of pretty purple tones in the glass. The flavors show beet, cola, spice and black pepper, and there is plenty of extract for a '98. Still young, austere and tight, but well-crafted.",Les Murgers Premier Cru,56,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 Les Murgers Premier Cru  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-murgers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
13.5,Red,France,"Fragrant and lush, with textures that parlay ripe fruits and spices into a velvety mouthfeel, surprising concentration and impressive length. Very nicely constructed, with sweet, clean fruit and smooth tannins. Drinking perfectly right now.",Les Beaux Monts Premier Cru,60,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 Les Beaux Monts Premier Cru  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-beaux-monts-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Red licorice and cherry cola announce it as a sweet, wild, young Port, but it's much more intriguing than that. The palate is intense; it literally explodes with yummy cherry and chocolate. But it's not that heavily bodied, which makes it quite drinkable. And for that you will be happy.",LBV,24,89,Portugal,,,Churchill's 1996 LBV Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-1996-lbv-port-blend-port/,Port,1996,Churchill's
,Red,Italy,"The wine may be powerful, with initial chunky dark-plum flavors and acidity. But at the same time, there is a degree of elegance from mint and dry grass aromas and red fruit flavors at the finish.",Vigneto Bofani,52,89,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Beni di Batasiolo 1997 Vigneto Bofani Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1997-vigneto-bofani-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1997,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,France,"Dark fruit dominates the wine. A ripe, dark and brooding texture gives this wine a fine sense of power. But it is also full of upfront fruit that powers through the sweet tannins, finishing with a touch of acidity. —R.V.",Edition Limitee,17,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vins Skalli 1998 Edition Limitee Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-skalli-1998-edition-limitee-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Les Vins Skalli
,Red,France,"Orange zest aromas and raspberry fruits set the scene for this appealing wine. Light tannins and juicy fruit make it already drinkable, but it could age for 10 years.",Les Groseilles Premier Cru,53,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 1999 Les Groseilles Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-1999-groseilles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Henri de Villamont
13.5,Red,Italy,"Among the myriad of tight Barbarescos out there, this one is overt and friendly, a ball of cheer amid a tough crowd. The cherry aromas are soft and inviting, while the mouth offers a nice blend of dried red fruit and spice. Vanilla and chocolate as well as some fading raspberry grace the smooth finish. This is one to drink sooner rather than later.",,27,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Beni di Batasiolo 1999  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1999-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1999,Beni di Batasiolo
12.5,Red,Spain,"This Tempranillo combines red raspberries with chalky minerals and a touch of white pepper. Flavors of grilled meat go along with raspberry fruit, then the wine finishes smooth, soft and even.",Crianza,12,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1999 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1999-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Marqués del Puerto
,Red,Spain,,,12,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1998  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1998-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,Marqués de Cáceres
,Sparkling,Italy,"A bigger toastier style, but the floral and citrus aromas aren't masked by the toast, creating a pleasant balance that finishes dry and clean. Drink by itself or as a base for your Bellini or mimosa.",Spumante Brut,11,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Spumante Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-spumante-brut-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
12,White,Australia,,Southlands - Frankland River,11,89,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Alkoomi 2001 Southlands - Frankland River White (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alkoomi-2001-southlands-frankland-river-white-western/,White Blend,2001,Alkoomi
13,Red,France,"Portabello mushroom and borscht aromas show the complexity of the nose. One sip is like taking a bite out of a chocolate-covered cherry. This Pinot is silky, rich and a definite pleasure to drink.",,57,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Régnard 1998  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regnard-1998-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1998,Régnard
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Here's a straight-ahead Port that holds nothing back.  It's sweet, with defined full-bore black fruit. It's nicely balanced, with creamy mild chocolate propped up by bright acidity. It is also easy to drink now, which is no small accomplishment for a baby vintage Port.",Quinta Da Agua Alta,60,89,Portugal,,,Churchill's 1998 Quinta Da Agua Alta Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-1998-quinta-agua-alta-port-blend-port/,Port,1998,Churchill's
,Red,US,"If you want to taste a single-vineyard Sierra Zin with a distinct personality, try this one. The rocky, well-drained mountain soils have concentrated the fruit into intense blackberry liqueur and cherry flavors, heavily spiced with pepper and nutmeg. The tannins are silky.",Twin Rivers,20,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Clos La Chance 2000 Twin Rivers Zinfandel (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2000-twin-rivers-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Clos La Chance
14,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is a bit earthy at first, but then it hits stride, offering a nice mix of muscular plum and mocha-scented oak. The palate features classy red cherry flavors and ample spice, while the core is wound tight as a ball. The finish reveals solid tannins and healthy acids.",Vignassa,40,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina La Ghersa 1999 Vignassa  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-1999-vignassa-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1999,Cascina La Ghersa
,Red,Chile,,,9,89,Chile,,,Casa Julia 2001 Merlot (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2001-merlot/,Merlot,2001,Casa Julia
,Red,France,"A rich, concentrated wine that has solid black fruit flavors, fine dry tannins and acidity. At this stage, there is a curious taste from the bottling that should fade as it ages. Then it will develop into a fine, solid wine.",Les Fuées Premier Cru,61,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Jadot 1999 Les Fuées Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1999-fuees-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"Fresh, bright plummy fruit aromas lead off. On the palate, the wine is smooth-textured and also spicy and round. Pretty hints of thyme and sage offset ripe cherry and raspberry notes.",Idyll Times Vineyard,21,89,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Pessagno 2000 Idyll Times Vineyard Zinfandel (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2000-idyll-times-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Pessagno
14,Red,Italy,"New wood aromas dominate this wine. But underneath all that expensive wood there is a fine wine waiting to emerge. It has flavors of almonds, cherries and citrus peel, bound up in a rich, meaty stew. It is powerful and substantial, with a long vanilla and leather aftertaste.",Monforte Bussia,86,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Aldo Conterno 1998 Monforte Bussia  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-aldo-conterno-1998-monforte-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Poderi Aldo Conterno
15.3,Red,US,"Fairly lush, with a creamy smooth texture and thick, meaty tannins that support a blend of spicy black cherry, chocolate, blackberry and herb flavors.",Old Vine Saini Farms,20,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 1999 Old Vine Saini Farms Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1999-old-vine-saini-farms-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Lake Sonoma
12.5,Red,France,,Clos de la Feguine,50,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Jacques Prieur 1999 Clos de la Feguine  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacques-prieur-1999-clos-feguine-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,1999,Jacques Prieur
,Red,US,"Has distinctly varietal flavors, with cassis flavors, and those pretty Napa tannins are fine. There's a note in the aroma that's out of place, suggesting tobacco. It's due to 15% Sangiovese, which also lends a cherry-sweet element to the finish.",Dante,23,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,VJB 1999 Dante Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vjb-1999-dante-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,VJB
,White,US,,,13,89,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2001 Fumé Blanc (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-green-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,France,"The Les Cras vineyard lies right against the hillside in chalky soil with low vigor. The tannins of this wine are much firmer than is typical of other Chambolle-Musignys. There are aromas of spice and smoked meat on the nose. The fruit is very structured and solid, but also ripe. There is a smoky, toasty aftertaste.",Les Cras Premier Cru,65,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Georges Roumier 2000 Les Cras Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-roumier-2000-cras-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Georges Roumier
,White,New Zealand,"Powerful lemon and lime flavors are pure and bright, flattering the palate with an assault of fruity ripeness. There's certainly a lot of acidity, to judge by the tingly feeling on the tongue, but the round, sweetish, honeyed texture softens this lush, seductive wine.",,30,89,Marlborough,,,Charles Wiffen 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-wiffen-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Charles Wiffen
,Red,France,"Sweet red fruits aromas are balanced with some new wood. The taste has dry tannins, along with generous ripe fruit, sweet acidity and a layer of citrus along with sweet currants and strawberries. A fine wine, which has some dry tannins at the end.",,,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Château Génot-Boulanger 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-genot-boulanger-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château Génot-Boulanger
13.5,Red,US,"An interesting wine that belies its price. Rich blackberry flavors ride side-by-side with earthy, herbal notes of dark coffee and tobacco. A good percentage of new French oak shows up, especially in the vanilla and toast accents of the aroma. This full-bodied, bone-dry wine has a lot of richness.",,12,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2000 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2000-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,2000,Avila
,Red,France,"The 2000 vintage is being lauded as one of the greats in Bordeaux, and wines like this are partly responsible. Sure it's possible to spend into the triple digits for a classified growth that won't be ready to drink for 15 years, but it's also possible to find steals like this—a soft, succulent blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc that has enough backbone to age gracefully for up to 10 years. Cassis, tobacco and chocolate flavors combine seamlessly like nowhere else in the world.",,10,89,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Au Grand Paris 2000  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-au-grand-paris-2000-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Au Grand Paris
,Red,US,"A fine example of its appellation, with its melted tannins, soft acids and plush, fat fruit. It's also classically Zinfandel, with briary, spicy red and black raspberry flavors offering hints of tobacco and clove. The flavors are strong, but there's a gentle elegance to the mouthfeel that's addictive.",Pourroy,25,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,White Oak 1999 Pourroy Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-1999-pourroy-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,White Oak
,Red,Italy,"The long wood aging in large Slavonian oak barrels has given this a dryness and austerity. The fruit is there, with red fruit flavors and ripeness, but it is the dryness and tarry black flavors that dominate. It is very young, and should develop over the next 10 years.",Podere di Sorano Barolo,40,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 1998 Podere di Sorano Barolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-1998-podere-sorano-barolo-red-barolo/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Giacomo Ascheri
,Red,US,"This lovely wine, from Sonoma's oldest family-owned winery, continues the Foppiano tradition of excellent value. It has correct flavors of blackberry liqueur, with an olive-y streak, and is very dry and balanced. Shows plenty of grace and harmony.",,17,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Foppiano 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Foppiano
,Red,Italy,"The standard blend of Barolo, with a production of 100,000 bottles, is very much up to the new standards of Fontanafredda. Aromas of wood and ripe fruit on the nose, with firm, dry tannins over the ripe fruit, give some sense of hidden power.",Serralunga d'Alba,44,89,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Fontanafredda 1998 Serralunga d'Alba Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-1998-serralunga-dalba-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Fontanafredda
14,Red,Italy,"Boasts a plethora of great aromas, including cabbage, beet, caramel and cola. A whiff of sawdust and creosote lead into similar flavors on the palate, combining with tea, earth, hard salami and raspberry. Smooth, firm tannins point to good aging potential, which may give the sharp acidity time to integrate.",Vigna Villero Barolo,39,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pugnane 1996 Vigna Villero Barolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pugnane-1996-vigna-villero-barolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1996,Pugnane
,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco has a more refined and delicate style, with flavors of peach and citrus. Lots of fruit and a creamy finish make for an easy-drinking glass of bubbles.",,24,89,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV  Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
,Red,France,,,,89,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Domaine Bertagna 1998  Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,Greece,"Very earthy, with barnyard and bacon aromas. Fresh bright berries and cocoa on the palate. A note of toast throughout. Soft, yet structured, the tannins are velvety. Seductive and rounded.",Refosco,15,89,Ilias,,,Domaine Mercouri 1999 Refosco Red (Ilias),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mercouri-1999-refosco-red-ilias/,Red Blend,1999,Domaine Mercouri
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Full-throttle cherry and plum fruit is in full force, backed by tons of chocolate. It's down-the-middle Port, yummy and hedonistic. Plenty of power, weight and balance. Give it until 2010 to fully come around.",Quinta da Gricha,64,89,Portugal,,,Churchill's 1999 Quinta da Gricha Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-1999-quinta-gricha-port-blend-port/,Port,1999,Churchill's
,Red,US,"Inland warmth teased out red and black raspberry flavors in these grapes. Ocean fog and chill not only kept acids bright, but held down ripening, yielding earthier notes of tobacco and garden herbs. The complex balance is terrific. Oak adds just the right notes.",Estate Bottled,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Estate Bottled Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-estate-bottled-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1999,De Loach
,Red,France,"Created for the American market, this wine possesses a fruit-forward style and flavors of blackberries, plums and chocolate. Finishing dry, with soft tannins, this rich wine is a crowd-pleaser.",Premium,13,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Premium Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-premium-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2000,Barton & Guestier
,Red,Italy,"Tenuta Carretta, under the ownership of the Miroglio family, has a small portion of the Cannubi vineyard. The 1998 is elegant and well balanced. There are aromas of vanilla with some soft, ripe fruit. The palate is dry, especially on the finish, but the fruit underneath is soft and sweet.",Cannubi Barolo,,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenuta Carretta 1998 Cannubi Barolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-carretta-1998-cannubi-barolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Tenuta Carretta
,Red,Australia,"Black pepper is the key player in this reserve offering—it partners with meaty, spicy notes on the nose, and bell pepper, spice and red berry on the palate. Finishes with cocoa and oak notes, and another healthy dose of black pepper.",Reserve,20,89,Western Australia,Frankland River,,James Estate 2000 Reserve Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,2000,James Estate
14.9,Red,US,"Full-bodied and richly textured, the wine sports a spicy blend of black cherry, blackberry, toast, herb, coffee and smoke flavors. Slightly astringent on the finish.",Caldwell Vineyard,38,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jade Mountain 1999 Caldwell Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1999-caldwell-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Jade Mountain
14.7,Red,US,"Boasts a fabulous texture marked by really fine, slippery tannins that coat the mouth like velvet. The plum, blackberry, anise, spice and smoke flavors are beautifully integrated with fine oak. Notable for the balance of all its parts, a textured, nuanced wine that sets the bar higher for West Side Syrah. A Syrah-Cabernet Sauvignon blend.",Optimus,48,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,L'Aventure 1999 Optimus Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laventure-1999-optimus-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,1999,L'Aventure
13.5,Red,US,"Redolent of black cherry, blackberry, smoke, anise, coffee, tar and herbs, this lush, vibrant Cabernet is couched in smooth-textured tannins. It finishes on a bright, almost tart note.",,23,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Justin
,White,Austria,,Steinhaus Gruner Veltliner Langenlois,21,89,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2001 Steinhaus Gruner Veltliner Langenlois Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2001-steinhaus-gruner-veltliner-langenlois-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Jurtschitsch
,White,Germany,"To steal a phrase from Terry Thiese's 2002 catalogue: “insane quality.” Instead of lamenting the fact that more consumers aren't drinking German wines, maybe those of us who are should be grateful, for only lack of interest keeps wine that's this good, this affordable. A touch of sweetness admirably balances the wine's penetrating acidity, which frames taut apple, red berry and citrus fruit. The sweet-tart finish lingers delicately in the mouth long after you've taken the last swallow.",Rüdesheimer Drachenstein,12,89,Rheingau,,,Josef Leitz 2001 Rüdesheimer Drachenstein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-leitz-2001-rudesheimer-drachenstein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,2001,Josef Leitz
14,Red,Italy,"Brunate is one of the most famous vineyard sites in Barolo. There is a dirty, dusty nose that carries a whiff of hard cheese. Flavors are of caramel, cherries and underbrush. This is a very good wine that is tight now but will evolve over time.",Brunate,50,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 1998 Brunate  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-1998-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Marcarini
13.9,Red,US,,Dancing Bull,12,89,California,California Other,California,Rancho Zabaco 2001 Dancing Bull Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2001-dancing-bull-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2001,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,Spain,,Reserva,15,89,Catalonia,Priorat,,Rotllan Torra 1997 Reserva Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotllan-torra-1997-reserva-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1997,Rotllan Torra
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is typical dry, leathery Barbaresco, with aromas of spice, smoked meat and rubber. The palate is tight as a drum, with smoky flavors and the essence of dried red fruit. The finish is also dry and leathery. Drink now with meat dishes or hold for a couple of years.",,60,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pio Cesare 1998  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1998-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Pio Cesare
,Red,Spain,"This is a slick, seductive pleasure-fest of sweet oak and ripe Tempranillo fruit. Pine and cocoa aromas and flavors, handsome leather accents, a mid-weight frame and smooth mouthfeel mark this modern Rioja. It's not tremendously deep, but it's delicious, with a sense of elegance and balance. Drink now–2006.",,24,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Jarrarte 1998  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarrarte-1998-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,Jarrarte
,Dessert,Austria,"Very rich and sweet, with toasty elements and some spice. This Chardonnay is an exotic wine, with cinnamon flavors as well as sweetness. Just lacks the extra edge of acidity to give it distinction.",TBA,35,89,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 1999 TBA Chardonnay (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-1999-tba-chardonnay-neusiedlersee/,Chardonnay,1999,Helmut Lang
13.6,Red,US,"Bramble and leather aromas with piercing blueberry announce it as pure Zin. The palate follows the nose: Blueberry and licorice flavors dominate, with a slight bubble gum nuance thrown in for good measure. The finish is wall-to-wall smooth, with espresso as the aftertaste. Very firm, but not unyielding.",Bradford Mountain Vineyard,36,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 2000 Bradford Mountain Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-bradford-mountain-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Gary Farrell
,Red,France,"Here is a big, bold, full-throttle wine that might almost have come from one of the top Yamhill County wineries. Jammy and ripe, the fruit is loaded with extract, and the nose augmented with scents of resin and spice. Young, edgy and tannic, it seems designed for immediate pleasure more than long-term cellaring.",Clos de las Feguine Premier Cru,50,89,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur & Antonin Rodet 1999 Clos de las Feguine Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-antonin-rodet-1999-clos-las-feguine-premier-cru-red-beaune/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine Jacques Prieur & Antonin Rodet
,Red,US,"Old vines (1909) yielded intensely concentrated fruit. Straddles the riper notes of Pelletti with the drier, earthier Papera grapes, yielding brambly flavors cut through with mint. As in many old vine Zins, the texture is lush and complex, but vibrant acidity lends balance and drinkability.",Gambogi Ranch,28,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Gambogi Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-gambogi-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,De Loach
,Red,Italy,"Bava's Barolo is solid and tannic, with concentrated dried fruit aromas showing the character of the powerful 1997 vintage. There are flavors of sundried tomatoes as well as black fruits. This is a serious wine that will age slowly.",Barolo di Castiglione Falletto,60,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bava 1997 Barolo di Castiglione Falletto  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-1997-barolo-castiglione-falletto-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Bava
,Red,US,"This is quintessential Alexander Valley Cab, a soft, immensely likeable wine, packed with perfectly ripened blackberry and cassis fruit. Firm acids and melted tannins underscore and support the rich flavors.",Appellation Selection,24,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Appellation Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-appellation-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sebastiani
,White,New Zealand,"Bright, pure, well-etched fruit defines this delicious wine. Bursts of lemon and lime, peach and ripe apple are almost jammy, punctuated by high acidity, which heightens the spicy palate. A dollop of sweetness completes the package.",,12,90,Marlborough,,,Shingle Peak 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingle-peak-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Shingle Peak
,Rose,US,"From the heart of the valley, brilliant Zinfandel that captures the spirit of the appellation in its wild, ripe, juicy fruit flavors, fine tannins and perfect acidity. The fruit really stars here, suggesting every berry you can think of, but it's not a fruit bomb. The dryness and earthy tartness balance it out.",Anderson Ranch,35,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2000 Anderson Ranch Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2000-anderson-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Quivira
13.5,Red,Italy,"A typical '98, softer than the '97s and much more approachable. The nose has sweet red apple and root beer notes. Flavors of tart cherries and oak are balanced nicely by an easy-to-drink finish. The tannins are silky and not too aggressive.",Cerequio,45,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 1998 Cerequio  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1998-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Michele Chiarlo
,Red,Italy,"Aromas of slow-roasted tomato and dill pickles are stimulating. Cherry and roasted corn flavors show more red fruit than dark fruit, for a wine that finishes with smooth nonaggressive tannins.",,30,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giribaldi 1997  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-1997-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Giribaldi
,Red,Italy,"The huge, 240-acre estate of Fontanafredda has suddenly won a new lease on life after lying almost dormant for several years. This is the second vintage produced under new management, and the style is open and accessible, but still powerful. There is pure ripe fruit on the nose, flavors of black figs and wild strawberries and dry tannins, which still do not dominate the fruit.",La Rosa,68,90,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Fontanafredda 1998 La Rosa Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-1998-rosa-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Fontanafredda
20.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Still muscular and just now beginning to turn older, this is a tasty, stylish aged wine with a dominant cherry cough drop flavor that flows seamlessly onto a long, smooth classy finish. Not fully mature, but entirely drinkable.",Guimaraens,44,90,Portugal,,,Fonseca 1984 Guimaraens Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonseca-1984-guimaraens-port-blend-port/,Port,1984,Fonseca
,Red,France,"A blend of classic southern French varieties, including Syrah and Grenache. It marks a rare foray into the world of appellation contrôlée wines for Skalli, who handles the marketing. Sweet, black, herb-laden fruits are underpinned by spices from the wood. This is a complex wine, blending acidity with ripe, warm, southern fruits. It is drinkable now, but could certainly age well over five years. —R.V.",,20,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine Silene des Peyras 2000 Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-silene-peyras-2000-red-coteaux/,Red Blend,2000,Domaine Silene des Peyras
13.5,Red,US,"If purple's your color, then dig in. This is a full but well-balanced cruiserweight with pungent boysenberry and spice-box aromas, developed yet sassy berry, plum and vanilla flavors, and a structured, big-tannin finish. Despite all its power, it dances on your tongue and isn't overstuffed.",Dry Creek Valley,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2000 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-dry-creek-valley-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,US,"Blueberry, vanilla and smoky underbrush are the key aromas—those and a touch of green bean or snap pea. Typical cassis and plum flavors run smoothly over the tannic, full palate. As a whole, it's firm but not too difficult to wrap yourself around. It's stylish, somewhat understated and doesn't need a lot of aging.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Frog's Leap
14,Red,Italy,"The cherry, leather and nut aromas are soft, steady and attractive. Bright cherry flavors with leathery undertones and a hint of coffee grace the palate. The finish is warm and spicy, with ample late-hitting power. It's refined and confident at all points, a winner that's on target and one that will go well with pasta and meat dishes.",Estate Bottled,40,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Bruno Rocca 1999 Estate Bottled  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-1999-estate-bottled-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Bruno Rocca
13.7,Red,US,"This wine is both good and a good value. It's ripe but not cloying, teasing with plum and cherry flavors but then turning herbal and earthy. It's not an ager because it's too soft, but it was created to be consumed with food.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,Austria,"A crisp, fresh wine with light, fresh, open fruit. A touch of spice hints at the volcanic and granitic soil of the vineyard, while the fresh acidity highlights the fruit flavors and provides a crisp green aftertaste.",Schenkenbichl Gruner Veltliner Langenlois,21,90,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2001 Schenkenbichl Gruner Veltliner Langenlois Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2001-schenkenbichl-gruner-veltliner-langenlois-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Jurtschitsch
,White,US,,,14,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Honig
,White,New Zealand,"Starts off with superrich, ripe, exotic lemon-and-lime aromas and a luscious, unusual note of white chocolate. It's bone dry, but it's so fruity rich, so extracted and hedonistic, it's as decadent as a dessert wine. Amazingly long finish.",,,90,Marlborough,,,Highfield Estate 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highfield-estate-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Highfield Estate
,Dessert,Austria,"A wine that combines sweetness and elegance in balance. Spice and cinammon flavors give it an exotic perfumed appeal, while the crispness leaves a refreshing feel in the mouth.",Weisser Schilfmandl Muskat Ottonel,50,90,Burgenland,,,Willi Opitz 1998 Weisser Schilfmandl Muskat Ottonel Muscat (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willi-opitz-1998-weisser-schilfmandl-muskat-ottonel-muscat-burgenland/,Muscat,1998,Willi Opitz
,Red,France,"The wine is immediately enticing, with its beautifully pure fruit on the nose, and just a touch of nutmeg and spice. Powerful tannins along with spicy new wood flavors dominate the red fruits at this stage, but the fruit is underneath and will certainly come out over the next five years.",,38,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Bouchard Père & Fils 2000  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-2000-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bouchard Père & Fils
13.5,Red,US,,Big House Red,10,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Ca' del Solo 2001 Big House Red Red (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2001-big-house-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Red Blend,2001,Ca' del Solo
13.5,Red,Spain,"The dark purple color combined with deep, smoky bacon and plum aromas make this enticing from the start. The palate follows the lead laid out by the nose, as it offers mostly rich plum fruit and toasty supporting oak. This is friendly, chewy and big—but not so big as to require extensive aging.",Reserva,22,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 1998 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-1998-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Pago de los Capellanes
,Dessert,Austria,"The aromas of this wine are dominated by rich spice, like Turkish Delight. The palate is soft and unctuous, with big spice flavors and a layer of dryness. This is an unusual wine, with rich spice rather than sweetness.",Beerenauslese,35,90,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 1999 Beerenauslese Gewürztraminer (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-1999-beerenauslese-gewurztraminer-neusiedlersee/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Helmut Lang
14.4,Red,Argentina,"The little brother to Cobos; this wine is filled with tobacco, cedar and milk chocolate aromas and all the plum, berry, coffee and licorice flavors one might expect from excellent Malbec. The finish is tight but smooth, with a fine underlay of vanilla oak. This wine has perfect balance; it's properly acidic yet rich, with freshness and weight but no syrupy qualities.",Bramare,37,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 1999 Bramare Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-1999-bramare-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Viña Cobos
,Red,France,"This wine comes from the new, no-expense-spared domaine created by the Boisset family, and its quality shines. There are sensational aromas of crushed raspberries and new wood. To taste, it is firm, but with a generous center that supports the elegant structure. This is a   wine worth aging for at least five years.",,85,90,Burgundy,Bonnes-Mares,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 2000  Bonnes-Mares,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-2000-pinot-noir-bonnes-mares/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine de la Vougeraie
14.5,Red,US,"There's lots of elegance to this ripe, fruity wine. The plum and blackberry flavors are nicely offset by rich, soft tannins and a kiss of oak. Balanced and harmonious, this Merlot is easily as good as many costing far more.",Reserve,16,90,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2000 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2000-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Crystal Valley Cellars
13.5,Red,France,"Bertagna does a good job with their Vougeot, giving it plenty of toasty new oak to balance out the chunky, black cherry fruit. It's a big, block-ish, masculine style, a bit angular and still quite oaky.",Clos de Vougeot,107,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 Clos de Vougeot  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-clos-de-vougeot-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
,Dessert,Austria,"This wine oozes opulent, sweet, spicy fruit. The extravagantly sweet fruit is balanced by good acidity and a layer of dry botrytis. The texture is unctuous and sweet, leaving the palate almost shell-shocked with its richness.",Ausbruch Traminer,28,90,Neusiedlersee,,,Stefan Hoffman 2001 Ausbruch Traminer Gewürztraminer (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefan-hoffman-2001-ausbruch-traminer-gewurztraminer-neusiedlersee/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Stefan Hoffman
14.6,Red,US,"The oak in the nose is strong, much like cedar. Beyond that there's sweet mocha and coffee. The mouth is rich, something akin to plum pie. Even the finish is sweet; it's also chewy and loaded with black licorice. This wine carries a massive oak underlay and it's sweet. If these Napa characteristics appeal to you, then by all means go for it.",Limited Edition,60,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,St. Supéry 1999 Limited Edition Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1999-limited-edition-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,St. Supéry
,Red,Italy,"Though this wine is overtly woody, the elements are very impressive. It's enticing and tasty—if unevolved—even now. Lovely black cherry, tar, coffee and sweet spice notes play on the nose and palate. But the wood expands much more than expected, progressively veiling the fine component parts. Closes long with full, solid but even tannins. This needs time and has the stuff to be a knockout if the wood recedes sufficiently. Best 2005–2012.",Barbaresco Sori Rio Sordo,60,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca'Romè 1999 Barbaresco Sori Rio Sordo  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-1999-barbaresco-sori-rio-sordo-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1999,Ca'Romè
,Red,US,"Certainly a step down from Edmeades's single-vineyard Zins from the Ridge, but not by much. Rich and earthy and dry, with berry and tobacco flavors and a spicy finish that lasts for a long time. The wine has a plush, smooth mouthfeel that's sheer pleasure.",,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 1999 Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1999-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1999,Edmeades
14.2,Red,US,"A young, dramatic wine, with lots of plushly ripe plum, berry, licorice, coffee, chocolate and cherry flavors and a rich overlay of well-smoked oak. The tannins are thick and chewy, and should age well.",Sori Bricco Vineyards,60,90,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 1999 Sori Bricco Vineyards Red (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-1999-sori-bricco-vineyards-red-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Red Blend,1999,Von Strasser
,Red,US,"A well-made wine from this midvalley veteran winery. Juicy and plump, an unctuous red wine packed with mouthwatering flavors of cassis and black raspberry jam. Yet it's dry, with finely ground, dusty tannins. The raspberry theme reprises on the long finish.",,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,V. Sattui
,Red,Italy,"This is a wine with sweet tarry aromas, and rich, sweet fruit with flavors of new wood and black figs. Powerful tannins dominate the fruit at this stage, but they will soften over the next five years or so.",Fossati,60,90,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Enzo Boglietti 1998 Fossati Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-1998-fossati-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Enzo Boglietti
,Red,Spain,,Jovan Roble,28,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 2001 Jovan Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-2001-jovan-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2001,Pago de los Capellanes
14.2,Red,US,"This is a Bordeaux-style blend, primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, from Cosentino. It is from vineyards scattered around Napa Valley. Considerable restraint has been brought to bear, wisely avoiding excessively over-the-top fruit. An herbal, sage-and-pepper note accompanies the blackberry flavors. Dry and full-bodied, with a tannic edge, this wine will benefit from midterm aging.",CE2V,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1999 CE2V Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-ce2v-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,M. Cosentino
,Red,Italy,"There is power in this wine, with its tarry black-fruit aromas. Rich and dark, with solid, dry tannins, there are still generous fruit flavors that will make it accessible over the next five years.",Lazzarito,68,90,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Fontanafredda 1998 Lazzarito Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontanafredda-1998-lazzarito-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Fontanafredda
14.5,Red,Italy,"The sweet nose offers a mix of cola, root beer and orange peel, while the palate is quite ripe—there's a layer of rich black plum before a drying apple-skin finish. This seems like the type of wine to drink now as your more structured reds age. For Barbaresco, it's actually rather soft, chunky and easy going.",Coparossa - Estate Bottled,42,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bruno Rocca 1998 Coparossa - Estate Bottled  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-1998-coparossa-estate-bottled-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Bruno Rocca
13.6,Red,US,"When Brian Babcock calls this “the best [Bordeaux blend] I have made” you have to take him seriously. It is indeed excellent and seductive in its rich, ripe fruit and velvety tannins. Softer and plumper than Napa, but delicious and complex. Needs tinkering to develop greater finesse, but worth watching.",Fathom,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2000 Fathom Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-fathom-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Babcock
,Sparkling,Italy,,,10,90,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Cantina Bera 2001  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-bera-2001-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2001,Cantina Bera
,Red,France,"The “S” stands for Syrah, a word prohibited from appearing on the label thanks to arcane French regulations. But one whiff erases any doubt on that point. The effusive blueberry aromas feature grace notes of pepper and spring flowers; the mouthfeel is rich and layered. Supple tannins coat the crevices of the mouth without turning bitter or astringent, and the licorice-tinged finish lingers a long time.",Les Rameaux,10,90,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Grande Cassagne 2001 Les Rameaux Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-grande-cassagne-2001-rameaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Syrah,2001,Château Grande Cassagne
14,Red,Italy,"This is a clean Barbera, but one with individual personality. The palate is tight and tart, with cherry and cranberry. The finish is mellow and cooling, with notes of cola, root beer and bark. The structure is tight as a drum. This is a fine wine to accompany Italian dishes.",Bricco dei Merli,34,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Elvio Cogno 1999 Bricco dei Merli  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-1999-bricco-dei-merli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Elvio Cogno
14,Red,Greece,"Licorice, blackberries, cherries and vanilla toast. A well-balanced, ripe, fruit-forward New World-style wine with well-integrated tannins and acidity.",Agiorgitiko by Gaia,20,90,Corinth,,,Gaia Wines 2000 Agiorgitiko by Gaia Agiorgitiko (Corinth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2000-agiorgitiko-by-greek-red-agiorgitiko-corinth/,Agiorgitiko,2000,Gaia Wines
,White,France,,,11,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Paul Blanck 2001 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-blanck-2001-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2001,Paul Blanck
,Red,Italy,"This is a blend of tannic wines from the communes of Serralunga, and Castiglione Falleto, and fruitier wines from La Morra and Barolo itself. The two characters come together well in the sweet fruit and vanilla on the nose and the flavors of rich, bitter cherry, with a layer of structured dryness underneath.",,30,90,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Michele Chiarlo 1998 Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1998-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Michele Chiarlo
13.5,Red,Italy,"A finely dense wine, with aromas of prunes, coffee and dried herbs. On the palate, the texture is almost velvety, with raisins and red plums. Certainly it leaves a dry aftertaste, but that is from the concentrated tannins. This is still a young wine, from a great vintage, but it promises well for long-term aging.",Ornato,110,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 1997 Ornato  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1997-ornato-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Pio Cesare
,White,Austria,,Privat Gruner Veltliner,39,90,Kremstal,,,Nigl 2001 Privat Gruner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nigl-2001-privat-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Nigl
,White,New Zealand,"Rich and creamy, a fat wine with considerable body.   The flavors are strong and clean, of lemons, limes,   peaches and those fabled gooseberries. Feels limpid and sweet on the palate, like mountain stream water.",Winemakers Reserve,19,90,Marlborough,,,Drylands 2001 Winemakers Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/drylands-2001-winemakers-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Drylands
,Red,France,"As befits a wine that comes from old vines close to Morey-Saint-Denis, this is structured, with power to go with the sweet fruit. Blackberries and dark cassis lend a rich, juicy element to the flavors, which finish ripe and sweet.",Les Sentiers Premier Cru,45,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Hervé Sigaut 1999 Les Sentiers Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-herve-sigaut-1999-sentiers-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Hervé Sigaut
13.5,Red,US,"There's something quintessentially Dry Creek Valley in this wine, with its lean earthiness and sweet, rich tannins. You'll never get opulent Cabs from this appellation. They veer in the direction of tobacco and sage despite considerable oak. But the wine is layered  and very well constructed.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"A well-structured Cabernet, with complex layers of blackbery, cassis, chocolate, herb, coffee and spice flavors. Tannins are firm and ripe with a good long finish and a tangy note at the end. A fine first release from this new winery.",Reserve - St. Helena,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rockledge Vineyards 1999 Reserve - St. Helena Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-1999-reserve-st-helena-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rockledge Vineyards
13,Red,Italy,,Passomaggio,14,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Santa Anastasia 1999 Passomaggio Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-anastasia-1999-passomaggio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1999,Santa Anastasia
,Red,US,"Inky-dark, it stains the glass; this is a big wine. It's tannic now, and comes across as earthy and austere, but astute tasters will detect an intense core of fruit that needs time to express itself.",Hozhoni Vineyard,50,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rutherford Oaks 1999 Hozhoni Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-oaks-1999-hozhoni-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rutherford Oaks
13.8,Red,US,"Richer and more layered than the Sonoma County bottling, presumably due to better, warmer vineyards. Lush, fat and deeply flavored. For early drinking. The black currant taste lingers on the tongue for a long time.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Sebastiani
,White,Austria,"This is a steely style of Riesling, poised and elegant, with crisp fruit flavors and tight, vivid fruit. It would be great with food, such as trout or chicken.",Kremser Koegl Riesling,23,90,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2001 Kremser Koegl Riesling Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2001-kremser-koegl-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2001,Salomon-Undhof
13.7,Red,US,"Rutherford Hill keeps putting out quality juice at affordable prices. The 25th Anniversary Cabernet has aromas of a new cedar closet and blackberries. The flavors are of juicy berries with a touch of Indian spices. Full, rich tannins on the palate are enjoyable now, but will hold up to some bottle age. Drink now until 2010.",25th Anniversary,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1999 25th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1999-25th-anniversary-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rutherford Hill
,White,Austria,"There is a wonderful fresh-fruit salad of aromas. The palate has a layer of acidity, plus full peppery flavors. The fruit is certainly ripe, but it has a firm sense of structure and a hint of greenness.",Hundsleien/Sandtal Trocken Gruner Ventliner,18,90,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2001 Hundsleien/Sandtal Trocken Gruner Ventliner Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2001-hundsleien-sandtal-trocken-gruner-ventliner-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,R&A Pfaffl
,Red,Italy,"Aromas of grilled steak with A-1 sauce. The flavors are complex: black pepper accented with clove, cooked cherries and a hint of tar. The wine has a nice balance of earth, fruit and tannins, which finish long but soft.",Bussia Dardi le Rose,48,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Colla 1998 Bussia Dardi le Rose  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-1998-bussia-dardi-le-rose-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Poderi Colla
,Red,Australia,"Aussie Shirazes have swept across the United States over the last decade, but many brands seem to have lost the quality edge that made them successful. Let's hope the same doesn't happen to this wine, which is only in its third vintage. It displays all the things we love about Shiraz—sweet blackberry fruit, lashings of vanilla oak and a lush, velvety texture. Bottlings like this are proof that importer Dan Phillips isn't just about finding expensive microproduction wines, but that he also has an eye for value.",Individual Vineyard,10,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Paringa 2001 Individual Vineyard Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paringa-2001-individual-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2001,Paringa
,Red,Greece,"Bursting with raspberries, cassis, tobacco, leather and coffee beans. Truly capturing the older style and incorporating the new. Solid tannins, surprisingly good acidity and a long, soft finish.",Agiorgitiko,15,90,Corinth,,,Tselepos 2000 Agiorgitiko Red (Corinth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tselepos-2000-agiorgitiko-red-corinth/,Red Blend,2000,Tselepos
,Red,US,"This new Bordeaux-style blend from Murphy-Goode is classic Alexander Valley, with its bright, chewy red stone-fruit flavors and tannins that are so soft, they just melt in your mouth. Fortunately, the acidity is sufficient to provide balance. This lip-smacking blend consists of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot.",Wild Card Claret,19,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 2000 Wild Card Claret Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-wild-card-claret-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Murphy-Goode
,Red,Austria,"A dark, almost black wine. High toast and vanilla on the nose, combine with black-currant fruit on the nose. This is a smooth, polished, ripe wine—fruit, wood and tannins are in balance with acidity and black fruits. This should develop well over 5–10 years.",Image Barrique,,90,Mittelburgenland,,,Werner Duschanek 2000 Image Barrique Cabernet Sauvignon (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/werner-duschanek-2000-image-barrique-cabernet-sauvignon-mittelburgenland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Werner Duschanek
,White,Austria,"There is bright green fruit on the nose. To taste, the wine is full-bodied with a soft, creamy texture and fat, ripe fruit. A highly drinkable, refreshing wine, oozing soft fruits and crisp acids at the end.",Trocken Pinot Blanc,13,90,Neusiedlersee,,,Weinkellerei Tiedl 2001 Trocken Pinot Blanc Pinot Blanc (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinkellerei-tiedl-2001-trocken-pinot-blanc-neusiedlersee/,Pinot Blanc,2001,Weinkellerei Tiedl
,Red,Austria,"A joint venture between F.X. Pichler in the Wachau, Manfred Tement in Styria and Illa Szemes in Burgenland. The wine, a blend of Blaufränkisch, Merlot, Zweigelt and Cabernet Sauvignon, is produced in the Burgenland. The result is a hugely spicy wine, full of red berry fruits and firm but sweet tannins.",Arachon,32,90,Mittelburgenland,,,Weingut TFXT 2000 Arachon Red (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weingut-tfxt-2000-arachon-red-mittelburgenland/,Red Blend,2000,Weingut TFXT
,Red,Italy,"This historic producer owns a large portion of the Cannubi vineyard. The 1998 is highly perfumed, with aromas of roses and strawberries. It is powerful and chunky, with dry tannins and wood flavors, along with finishing sweetness.",Cannubi,65,90,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Marchesi di Barolo 1998 Cannubi Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-1998-cannubi-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Marchesi di Barolo
,White,Austria,,Zoebinger Heiligenstein Riesling,,90,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2001 Zoebinger Heiligenstein Riesling Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2001-zoebinger-heiligenstein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2001,Jurtschitsch
,Red,France,"This is a blend of wines from three small parcels in the premier cru vineyards of Les Plantes, Aux Combottes and Noirots. A complex wine, bringing together spices, new wood and rich red fruits, it is evolving well and should be drinkable by next spring. But its dry tannins and fresh acidity suggest it should age well for a good 5–10 years.",Premier Cru,46,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2000 Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2000-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,US,"This is young Cabernet, dark purple in color, with the aroma dominated by the smoke and vanilla of fine oak. It's as rich as blackberry pie, juicy and fat, yet nicely dry. Balanced, with fine tannins, this is a nice glass of red wine.",Francis Coppola Diamond Series Black Label Claret,17,90,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2000 Francis Coppola Diamond Series Black Label Claret Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2000-diamond-series-black-label-claret-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Francis Ford Coppola
,Red,France,"This Savigny-lès-Beaune-based négociant owns a little over five acres in Chambolle-Musigny. The 1999 Les Baudes is big, with deep color and a solid structure—appropriate for a wine coming from vines situated just below Bonnes Mares. Ripe, perfumed fruits and well-integrated tannins suggest this will be ready to drink in the next two or three years.",Les Baudes Premier Cru,53,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 1999 Les Baudes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-1999-baudes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Henri de Villamont
,Red,US,"You can smell the cassis and blackberry fruit a mile away. The oak, too. Dry and full-bodied, with a rich earthiness. Soft tannins make it immediately drinkable.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hawley
,Red,Austria,"The 1006 refers to the year of the founding of Austria—not the vintage. This dark wine is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot. There are aromas of vanilla and ripe black fruits. On the palate, there is polished new wood and sweet tannins along with toast and spice. The whole effect is modern, rich and smooth.",1006,60,90,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2000 1006 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2000-1006-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-burgenland/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Feiler-Artinger
,Red,France,"Made from the estate's young vines and from a tiny parcel in the premier cru Les Baudes, this is still a wine with great presence. The aromas of new wood and sweet fruit show through as flavors of vanilla and rich, dark plums and raspberry jelly. The finishing acidity leaves a clean, fresh taste.",,100,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë 2000  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-georges-vogue-2000-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë
,Red,France,"This Les Charmes lives up to its name, with beautifully sweet fruit and opulent blackberry and cherry flavors. Yet there is structure, too, and this gives the wine power and good potential for aging.",Les Charmes Premier Cru,60,90,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Amiot-Servelle 2000 Les Charmes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-amiot-servelle-2000-charmes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Amiot-Servelle
,Red,Italy,"A dense, black wine with high acidity. The fruit, though, has a very ripe, juicy character, with flavors of black figs and truffles. The main impression is of an older style of wine, with concentration and dry tannins overlying the fruit, giving the wine the ability to develop well.",Vigneto Cerequio,52,90,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Beni di Batasiolo 1997 Vigneto Cerequio Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1997-vigneto-cerequio-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1997,Beni di Batasiolo
14.7,Red,US,"Classic Napa Zin. Wild berry and dark stone fruit flavors drink richly ripe, with a spicy, peppery edge and a long finish. The wine is beautifully dry and balanced, with dusty tannins. It has that briary, rustic nature that makes California Zin Cabernet's country cousin.",,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,Spain,"Aromatherapy in a bottle. Soothing cedar, sweet caramel, molasses and toasted coconut are comforting. Chocolate and tobacco flavors integrate well with soft tannins.",Gran Reserva,25,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 1995 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-1995-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1995,Campo Viejo
14,Red,Italy,"Mint, spice, red chilies and even some charcoal are apparent on the bouquet. Flavors of dried cherries and apple skin follow on the leathery palate. The ending impression is a bit light, but that's o.k. Not every Barolo need be a tannic bomb, and this one is quite pleasant in its youth. That said, another three or four years of aging is probably in order.",Vigna Cucco,64,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Cucco 1998 Vigna Cucco  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-cucco-1998-vigna-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Cascina Cucco
,Red,Italy,"The wine has attractive aromas of musky roses and green figs. The fruit is pure, with dusty tannins and flavors of sweet plums and wood. A modern style of wine, which still retains the typical Nebbiolo dried-fruit characters.",,42,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Prunotto 1998 Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-1998-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Prunotto
13.5,Red,Italy,"Luigi Einaudi was Italy's first president. The estate was founded in 1897, and to this day is run by his granddaughter, Paola Einaudi. The wine has a very floral nose of rose petals and lavender. Raspberry flavors and a woodiness derived from Slavonian oak are complex yet finish soft and appealing.",,52,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 1998  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-1998-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Poderi Luigi Einaudi
,Red,France,"This wine is made from vines in the Le Musigny Grand Cru vineyard that are less than 40 years old, and are therefore not included in the estate's Grand Cru wine. But it is more than just an adolescent Le Musigny, with aromas of red berries and vanilla and a rich, silky texture, giving way to ripe, sweet tannins on the finish.",Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë 2000 Premier Cru  (Chevalier-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-comte-georges-vogue-2000-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chevalier-montrachet/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Comte Georges de Voguë
14.5,Red,US,"Loaded with pretty fruit flavors of cassis, plum and jammy berries, with an earthy, olive-y note and plenty of spicy, charred oak. Layered and complex, with gritty tannins and a rich, slightly hot finish. This Cab is distinctly Napa Valley.",Est Grown,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1999 Est Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1999-est-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Duckhorn
,Red,US,"“Siena” refers to the color of Sonoma soil, but this Sangiovese-based wine points to the winery's Italian heritage. Typical varietal characteristics of dry earth and green herbs are well matched with juicy strawberry, cherry and blackberry flavors.",Siena,28,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1999 Siena Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1999-siena-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1999,Ferrari-Carano
,White,New Zealand,"Pretty as a picture, a very slightly sweet wine of great fruit and perfect, rich acidity. It doesn't pall after the first few sips but retains its interest through the long, refreshing finish. Defines Marlborough class.",,18,91,Marlborough,,,Fairhall Downs 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairhall-downs-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Fairhall Downs
,Red,France,"A dark colored wine, with aromas of wood and black fruits. Dense,   concentrated, quite dry, but powerful and ripe at the same time, it is a very complete with wine good complex acidity as well as dry tannins and rich fruit. The effect is traditional in style, but the tradition has been modernised.",,15,91,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château l'Hoste-Blanc 1999  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lhoste-blanc-1999-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Château l'Hoste-Blanc
,Red,France,,Sablet Rouge,15,91,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château du Trignon 2000 Sablet Rouge Grenache-Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trignon-2000-sablet-rouge-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-cotes/,Grenache-Syrah,2000,Château du Trignon
,Red,Italy,"Hefty and earthy, with black cherry fruit, rubbing spice, creamy oak and ample horsey notes. This fairly weighty wine from Barabaresco's respected Rabajà vineyard is dark and lively on the tongue, offering deep espresso and leather accents over tart fruit. Closes with substantial, structured tannins. This will reward cellaring. Drink 2005–2012.",Rabaja,50,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Luisin 1998 Rabaja  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-1998-rabaja-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Cascina Luisin
,Red,US,"From 50-year-old vines in an appellation that deserves its reputation as Zin country. The wine has the weight, body and concentration of good Cabernet Sauvignon with a plush mouthfeel and overlay of fine oak. But there's no mistaking the variety: brambly fruit, pepper and jam, and spices aplenty cry “Zinfandel” all the way.",Old Vine Buchignani Vineyard,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deerfield Ranch 1999 Old Vine Buchignani Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-1999-old-vine-buchignani-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Deerfield Ranch
14,Red,Italy,"Licorice and cocoa aromas are accentuated by a touch of char. Flavors are of blackberry, cherry and bresaola. There is good balance and depth.",Cannubi,70,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Damilano 1998 Cannubi  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/damilano-1998-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Damilano
,Red,US,"If you've made up your mind about the '98 vintage, you'll be surprised by this ripe, complex wine, which offers enormously beautiful palate impressions. It just proves how some wineries can succeed even when the vintage is questionable. Ripe blackberries stand alongside earthy mushroom flavors, and the dry, plush tannins are a treat.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Artesa
,Red,US,"This is a 50-50 mixture of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, and so you won't find any of those big Cabernet Sauvignon flavors and tannins. The wine has soft, melted tannins, and the black cherry and tobacco flavors have a rich earthiness to them. It will probably age well, but try it now with leg of lamb.",Bg Reserve,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1999 Bg Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1999-bg-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Ballentine
,Red,Italy,"Jazzy juice like this is why savvy enthusiasts are big on Barbera. Showcases the fine fruit typical of the Piedmont's recent hot streak of vintages. It's also an example of a more confident, balanced use of oak in the best examples of this workhorse grape. Presents stylish chocolate, dark berry and game notes, bright acidity and firm, even tannins. Will compliment almost any hearty food. Drink now–2006.",Le Croci,24,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Neirano 1998 Le Croci  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neirano-1998-le-croci-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1998,Neirano
,Red,US,"Dark, rich and juicy, this wine goes the extra mile to achieve real depth and complexity. It's easy to get big, ripe fruit in California, and this wine has it in spades. What's hard is adding layers of flavor and texture. Dry, with finely ground tannins, this is a white-tablecloth wine.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Flora Springs
,White,New Zealand,"Here's an extraordinarily fragrant and flavorful wine, as lush as a late-harvest, yet dryish. It has amazing extraction, like a fruit cocktail, a mixture of grapefruit, apple, tangerine, even melon. There's a little residual sugar in it, just enough to offset high acidity.",,,91,Marlborough,,,Firstland 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firstland-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Firstland
,White,Austria,"This single-vineyard wine comes from a southeast-facing vineyard planted in clay and limestone soils. This gives the wine a mineral character with powerful, peppery fruit and a touch of new wood spice to round it off.",Zieregg,25,91,Südsteiermark,,,Manfred Tement 2001 Zieregg Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/manfred-tement-2001-zieregg-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Manfred Tement
,White,Austria,,M Gruner Veltliner,13,91,Neusiedlersee,,,Leoplold & Silvane Sommer 2001 M Gruner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leoplold-silvane-sommer-2001-m-gruner-veltliner-neusiedlersee/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Leoplold & Silvane Sommer
14.6,Red,US,"A very distinctive Zin that has that purity   of flavor and individuality that tells you it comes from a particular piece of earth. It's dry and earthy-rich, with finely ground tannins reminiscent of espresso.",Rocky Top,15,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2000 Rocky Top Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2000-rocky-top-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Sobon Estate
,Red,US,"This winery has been working on this Cabernet for many years, laboring to find the true expression of the vineyard. In a great year like 1999 the grapes ripen beautifully, and the flavors, of blackberries and currants, are very pretty. Alcohol is a modest 13.8%, and the wine is balanced and harmonious. A soft wine of grace and charm.",Cherryblock,70,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-cherryblock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"The grapes are grown in an appellation that has had difficulty establishing itself in Napa Valley, but this wine is a promising development. With its snappy cassis flavors and soft tannins and acids, it has interest and complexity.",,45,91,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Elan 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elan-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Elan
,Red,France,"Bertrand Machard de Gramont's Chambolle-Musigny is modern in style, with dominating aromas of new wood, spice and toast. To taste, the fruit is rich, with layers of acidity and flavors of green figs. The pure fruit flavors are supported by the wood.",Les Nazoires,,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Machard de Gramont 2000 Les Nazoires  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-machard-gramont-2000-nazoires-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Machard de Gramont
,Red,France,"A deeply colored wine, generous and opulent, full of rich, silky fruit. Aromas of wild strawberries show through on the palate with ripe, sweet fruit and fine but dense tannins. This is a wine that lives up to its name vineyard—a wine for lovers, indeed.",Les Amoureuses Premier Cru,100,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Georges Roumier 2000 Les Amoureuses Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-roumier-2000-amoureuses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Georges Roumier
13.5,Red,US,"This is a lovely, tasteful Cabernet that emphasizes elegance and finesse. The currant flavors are pure and framed in rich new oak. Shows all the signs of superior pedigree and breed from a lighter vintage. For the next several years it will be a beautiful wine.",Reserve,95,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Clos du Val
,Red,US,"Opens with herbal aromas of sage, dill and tobacco, with a vanilla, oaky note, so it's surprising how rich it drinks. Sweet cassis is on the palate, framed in soft but intricate tannins. The wine is young and needs decanting or mid-term aging.",,117,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 1999 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-1999-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Dominus
14.1,Red,US,"This isn't the Dominus, but a sort of junior to it. Rich and thick, with ripe blackberry and mocha flavors generously accented with oak. Lush and smooth, it's really a complete Napa Cabernet. Even at this price, when you compare it to so many other expensive, ho-hum Cabs, it's a value.",Napanook,42,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 1999 Napanook Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-1999-napanook-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Dominus
,Red,France,,Clos St. Denis,85,91,Burgundy,Clos Saint-Denis,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 Clos St. Denis  (Clos Saint-Denis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-clos-st-denis-pinot-noir-clos-saint-denis/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,Italy,"A powerful wine from this La Morra-based winery. There is rich fruit, with flavors of ripe acidity, dark plums, dried fruit and tar. Underlying these fruit flavors are structured, dusty tannins.",La Serra,93,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Gianni Voerzio 1998 La Serra Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-voerzio-1998-serra-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Gianni Voerzio
13.6,Red,US,"Smoke and leather aromas get this one out of the blocks in fine fashion. The mouth is bursting with juicy berry and cherry fruit and there's tons of length and dark coffee nuances to the finish. It's certainly chunky; some might even call it a “fruit bomb.” But it holds onto its racy, fresh side, so despite its power, it's well-balanced and well-made.",Encounter,60,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 1999 Encounter Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-encounter-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1999,Gary Farrell
,Red,Austria,"An exotic blend of Blaufränkisch, Zweigelt and Cabernet Franc. Huge new wood aromas dominate soft fruits. A sweet, rich wine with black tar, fruit flavors and violets. Acidity and the red fruits of the Zweigelt and Blaufränkisch blend easily and successfully with the sophisticated flavors of the Cabernet.",Solitaire,60,91,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2000 Solitaire Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2000-solitaire-red-burgenland/,Red Blend,2000,Feiler-Artinger
,Red,Israel,"Big, bold and meaty. Chocolate, coffee and cassis aromas blend well with flavors of raspberries, tobacco and wild mushrooms. This is a big, extracted Bordeaux-like wine that is well-supported by solid tannins. A natural pairing to lamb on an outdoor spit.",Grand Vin,41,91,Haut-Judeé,,,Castel 1996 Grand Vin Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Haut-Judeé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-1996-grand-vin-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-haut-judee/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1996,Castel
13.5,Red,Italy,"What a gorgeous nose—it's all sweet dried cherries, root beer and leather. The flavors are ripe and pronounced. Cherries, raspberries and cola are front and forward. Like any proper young Nebbiolo, it's tight and tannic, with a dry coffee-tinged finish. But the fruit dominates over astringency.",Tenuta Roncaglia,46,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Poderi Colla 1999 Tenuta Roncaglia  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-1999-tenuta-roncaglia-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1999,Poderi Colla
,White,Austria,,Kremser Pfaffenberg Riesling,18,91,Kremstal,,,Salomon-Undhof 2001 Kremser Pfaffenberg Riesling Riesling (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salomon-undhof-2001-kremser-pfaffenberg-riesling-kremstal/,Riesling,2001,Salomon-Undhof
13,Red,Spain,"Cool earth and dry leather aromas open into fleshy dark plums. On the palate, cedar, blackberry and lightly blackened meat fade gently over a long finish. Even though this is a full, rich wine, it has an elegant structure.",Expresion,60,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Izadi 1998 Expresion  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-izadi-1998-expresion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Izadi
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Top wine from this smaller estate. It's incredibly stylish, even as young as it is now. A lighter body featuring more liquid and less plum pudding should mean that it will be an easy drinker come maturity. With pure fruit, spice and lots of coffee already poking through, it has a fine future. Drink after 2010.",,50,91,Douro,,,Quinta de Roriz 1999 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-roriz-1999-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1999,Quinta de Roriz
,Red,US,"From a small estate vineyard, a dark purple wine that stains the glass. This visual clue suggests the density of the extract, but can't convey the soft, hedonistic tannins. It's austere now, the farthest thing from a fruit bomb, suggesting earth, tart berry skins and herbs. Doesn't have the stuffing for the long haul, but is so well structured, it would be perfect with a rack of lamb.",,28,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,White Oak 2000 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2000-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2000,White Oak
,Red,US,"Well structured, firm, focused and made in a lean style. Still, the wine is filled with rich, ripe blackberry, cassis, plum, chocolate and complex herb notes. Tannins are silky and smooth.",Limited Reserve,95,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1999 Limited Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1999-limited-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Silverado
,Red,US,"Kudos to De Loach for keeping all these vineyards separate. These vines, planted in 1928, have a distinctive blueberry flavor. (Dan Cedarquist, the winemaker, calls it mulberry.) It's a very good Zin, thick and heady, with 15% alcohol, and vinified dry.",Pelletti Ranch,28,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Pelletti Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-pelletti-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,De Loach
,White,New Zealand,"Another brilliantly evocative Marlborough wine, full of the most beautiful, complex flavors. Apple, peach and citrus fruits roll down the palate in waves, made shining bright by high acids, and finish dryish and opulent. This is simply a joy to sip.",,18,91,Marlborough,,,Palliser Estate 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Palliser Estate
,Red,US,"Bill Arbios was one of the pioneers in setting the standards for meritage wines while at Lyeth in 1981. He started Arbios Cellars in 1993, and since then he has been producing high-quality, reasonably priced Cabernet. His '99 Cab starts with aromas of black cherries and green olives. The fruit-to-earth balance is enjoyable through the lingering, rich finish.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Arbios 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbios-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Arbios
14,Red,Italy,"With brooding aromas, subdued fruit and plenty of tannins, this is one for the cellar. Things kick off with some earthy, mildly sulfuric scents—you could even say that it's tough to like at first. But with time, classic leather and dried-cherry fruit emerge, followed by a perfect smokiness to the grip-galore finish. It's a traditional wine, one that could use several years to lose its clumsy youth and reveal its true character. And even then you should serve it with food.",Bernardot,87,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Ceretto 1999 Bernardot Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1999-bernardot-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1999,Ceretto
,Red,Italy,"Brezza's main blend of Barolo shone in 1997. There is pure, ripe but concentrated fruit and ripe, sweet and sour tannins over new wood flavors and black tarry flavors. This is a serious, condensed wine typical of the powerful nature of the vintage.",,45,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Giacomo Brezza & Figli 1997 Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-brezza-figli-1997-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1997,Giacomo Brezza & Figli
,Red,US,"Wow, is this good Zin, packed with lip-smacking cherry, white chocolate and tobacco flavors. It's technically dry, but the ripe sweetness of Sierra sunshine fills every sip. The alcohol is high, but this cheerful wine is so good and pure, you hardly notice. Great vineyard, great winemaking, great California wine.",Bowman,26,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1999 Bowman Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1999-bowman-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Folie à Deux
,White,New Zealand,"Dips into the current style of fat, blowsy Chards left to hang on the vine until they develop tropical fruit flavors, and then drenched in oak and spiced up with lees. In this case, stunning acidity provides  welcome relief to all that flab. The resulting wine isn't for everyone, but connoisseurs will appreciate it.",,13,91,Marlborough,,,Mount Riley 2001 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-riley-2001-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2001,Mount Riley
,Red,France,"A rich, generous wine that seduces with pure berry flavors and velvety texture. Ripe plums flavors give it roundness, while the tannins are almost muted at the end.",Les Amoureuses Premier Cru,100,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Amiot-Servelle 2000 Les Amoureuses Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-amiot-servelle-2000-amoureuses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Amiot-Servelle
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc is soft, plush and elegant, which marks it as a classic representative of its appellation. It possesses a feminine voluptuousness, with velvety tannins that melt on the palate. Yet there's real authority. The sturdy tannins that show up on the finish suggest midterm ageability.",Mosaic,30,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,DeLorimier 1999 Mosaic Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delorimier-1999-mosaic-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,DeLorimier
,Red,Italy,"This flagship wine from Batasiolo comes from a southwest-facing vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba. It is already developing a brick-red color and soft, velvety tannins. Flavors of pomegranates and black plums give it a sweet-and-sour character, leaving balancing acidity to finish.",Vingna Corda della Briccolini,60,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Beni di Batasiolo 1997 Vingna Corda della Briccolini Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1997-vingna-corda-della-briccolini-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1997,Beni di Batasiolo
13.5,Red,Italy,"Cola, coffee and cherry aromas lead off this barrique-aged wine that features lots of intensity and style. Yes, it's slathered throughout with spicy but smooth vanilla oak, but that oak works wonders with the fruit. The finish tosses up coffee and superior length. As a whole, it's racy and refined, with nuances of bacon and smoke.",La Court,,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Michele Chiarlo 1999 La Court  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1999-court-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1999,Michele Chiarlo
,White,New Zealand,"Smells lush and opulent, almost like a barrel-fermented wine, and it's astonishing that the wine never saw oak. The evocative fruity flavors are extravagant and juicy, ranging from fresh lime to ripe peaches. Drinks dry, yet with a honeyed ripeness, accompanied by a great burst of mouthwatering acidity.",,15,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2001-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Matariki
,White,New Zealand,"Defines the balance of Marlborough, from the upfront, juicy-fruity flavors of apples, citrus, and gooseberry, through the bright acidity and honeyed texture to the long, satisfying finish. A gorgonzola cheese with this wine is a textbook combination.",,17,91,Marlborough,,,Terrace Road 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrace-road-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Terrace Road
,Red,US,,Alexis,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1999 Alexis Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1999-alexis-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,1999,Swanson
13.5,Red,Spain,"A touch gamy at first, this wine offers a complex package of curry, sweet spices, black fruit, pepper and golden raisins. In the mouth, it is smooth, svelte and closes with an elegant yet big finish. Drink now–2008.",Balandra,32,91,Catalonia,Priorat,,Rotllan Torra 1998 Balandra Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotllan-torra-1998-balandra-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1998,Rotllan Torra
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that needs time to show its stuff, but it's very good in its youth. Dark and thick, with strong dusty tannins, but a core of blackberry fruit. Cellar it until 2005 and try again.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Andretti
,Red,US,"Spicy and rich—redolent of bright-edged cherries, blackberries, raspberries, chocolate and licorice. Smooth tannins give good structure. This top-notch California Merlot finishes long and lush. Really lovely.",,60,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Hartwell 2000 Merlot (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartwell-2000-merlot-napa-stags-leap-district/,Merlot,2000,Hartwell
,Red,Spain,"This is a dark, supple wine with toasty oak, sweet blueberry and roasted fruit aromas. Textured on the tongue, but vintage-true, it doesn't show the depth of the stunning 1996. Still, the blackberry and prune fruit, earth and leather accents, tangy acidity and dry, peppery finish show class most wines only aspire to. Closes firm and dry. Drink 2003–2007.",Aurus,155,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 1997 Aurus  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-1997-aurus-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1997,Finca Allende
,Red,Italy,"Faint orangey-brown hints at the edges indicate this classically styled wine is just starting to mature. It's tasty, with deep, pruney Nebbiolo fruit sporting tobacco and spice accents. The mouthfeel is lean and elegant, and the fruit-to-acid balance excellent. Finishes long, with good, even tannins. A very impressive normale (village wine). Drink this from 2004–2010.",,28,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Giribaldi 1998  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-1998-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Giribaldi
13.5,Red,US,"A fine Cabernet, at the high end of its class, with the soft, luxurious tannins and rich fruit you expect from this appellation. Black currants dominate, with a strong herbal, earthy element, and a sharp finish that indicates ageworthiness.",Block Collection Kuimelis Vineyard,26,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 1999 Block Collection Kuimelis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-block-collection-kuimelis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Geyser Peak
13.5,Red,France,"Rich and fragrant, it immediately shows the depth and texture befitting a grand cru bottling. Exotic spices add interest, and the wine slowly unfolds with layers of berry, cinnamon and red meat.",Clos St Denis,96,91,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 Clos St Denis  (Clos de Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-clos-st-denis-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
,Red,France,"The eight acres of the Clos du Village form a single block owned by Domaine Antonin Guyon. This wine, with its fragrant, perfumed fruit with flavors of black cherries, enticing sweetness and a touch of vanilla, is already well balanced.",Clos du Village,35,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Antonin Guyon 1999 Clos du Village  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-antonin-guyon-1999-clos-village-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Antonin Guyon
,Red,France,"Almost black in color, this wine, from vines close to Bonnes Mares, shows its structure immediately. Power and ripeness combine well with flavors of damsons, dark plums and chocolate. To finish, the acidity leaves a fresh, clean aftertaste.",Derrière-la-Grange Premier Cru,80,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Amiot-Servelle 2000 Derrière-la-Grange Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-amiot-servelle-2000-derriere-grange-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Amiot-Servelle
,Red,France,"A deeply colored wine that reveals flavors of raspberries and firm wood. It is broad and rich, with dark tannins, leaving a clean, fresh, poised taste of acidity and sweet fruits. The wine is still coming together, but promises to age well—give it at least five years.",Les Fuées Premier Cru,,91,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier 1999 Les Fuées Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-frederic-mugnier-1999-fuees-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier
,Red,Lebanon,"Very earthy, with notes of cinnamon and cassis. Ripe blackberries, spice and white pepper play out on the palate. Tannins are big and crushing but the fruit holds up in this well-balanced wine.",,23,91,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Kefraya 1997 Red (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kefraya-1997-red-bekaa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1997,Château Kefraya
,Red,US,"Intense, complicated and challenging. It's an intellectual wine that will appeal to hedonists with its berry, chocolatey, meaty flavors and instant drinkability. Yet aficionados will find plenty to think about. Will it age? Will the fruit outlast the tannins? Is it merely likeable, or serious? The answers are yes, yes, and serious.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very dense in the nose, with nuances of rubber and ripe black plum. The palate thrusts with cherry, raspberry and raisin. Now, it's all fruit, showing only a smidgen of chocolate and a hint of espresso. But with time—8 to 10 years—it will reveal the full allotment of refinement and class.",Vintage,60,92,Douro,,,Rozes 1997 Vintage Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-1997-vintage-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Rozes
14,Red,Italy,"Wines from the vineyards of La Serra have a remarkable drinkability when young, something that can't be said for all Barolos. There are dusty aromas of wild game and red fruits. The acidity is bright and the mouthfeel shows nice complexity. A great drinking wine now and over the next 10–15 years.",La Serra,50,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marcarini 1998 La Serra  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-1998-serra-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Marcarini
,Red,US,"Plush, stylish and classy, this Cab displays a beautiful balance of parts that together spell elegance. Blackberry and cassis flavors, framed by smoky oak, are set off by crisp acids and dusty, accessible tannins. Doesn't possess the stuffing for long-term aging, but should provide pleasant drinking now through 2006.",Reserve,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Merryvale
,Red,France,"Very fragrant, yet still showing the chunky, full-flavored profile of the vineyard, this ripe, hot wine has plenty of punch and a delicious, engaging range of fruit, leaf and leather.",Premier Cru Les Cras,49,92,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 1999 Premier Cru Les Cras  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-1999-premier-cru-cras-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,Red,US,"How ripe these grapes got. You can taste sunny sugar in every sip: black raspberries, black cherries and blueberries, with all kinds of wonderful crushed brown spices. As sweet as it sounds, the wine is bone-dry, an impression heightened by sticky tannins and excellent acids. This is Zin, pure and simple.",Barbieri Ranch,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Barbieri Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-barbieri-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,De Loach
14,Red,US,"The aromas are smoky and earthy, with a touch of game. Concentrated flavors of cassis and green olive boast great acid-tannin balance. The wine finishes rich and smooth. Drink now 'til 2015.",Palisade Vineyard,62,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 1999 Palisade Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1999-palisade-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Clos du Val
,Red,France,"Drouhin owns 0.8 acres of this vineyard close to the grand cru of Bonnes Mares. This is a toasty, structured wine, expressing the firmer side of Chambolle-Musigny wines. Ripe, red fruits lend an open, fresh aspect, but the overall impression is of restrained power.",Les Baudes Premier Cru,53,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2000 Les Baudes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2000-baudes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,US,"Plush-textured, with ripe, firm tannins and plenty of classy blackberry, black cherry, cassis, vanilla, spice, herb and cinnamon notes. The wine is complex, yet disarmingly easy to enjoy now. Should do well in the cellar, too.",Fortuna Block,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 1999 Fortuna Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-1999-fortuna-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Carter
,White,US,"A smooth, silky texture supports ripe black cherry, blackberry, cassis, bay leaf, sage, anise, toast and chocolate flavors. Moderate acidity and firm, ripe tannins provide structure. Long on the finish.",Isosceles,48,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 1999 Isosceles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-1999-isosceles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Justin
,Red,France,"This vineyard is owned by the Gagey family that runs Louis Jadot. The wine is ripe and rich with deliciously generous fruit. A touch of wood gives it depth of flavor. At the end, there are sweet red-fruit flavors.",Les Baudes Premier Cru,61,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Jadot 1999 Les Baudes Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1999-baudes-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"Owner-winemaker Patrick Campbell calls this “one of our all-time great vintages.” He's right. Inky black, tight, young and tannic, but filled with promise, this wine needs a great deal of time, but will reward patient cellaring. Don't touch it before, say, 2008. By that time, the massive tannins will begin to melt and allow the plush black currant flavors to shine.",,50,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Laurel Glen 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Laurel Glen
13,Red,Israel,"Fragrant notes of cloves, wild herbs, plums and an earthy thread throughout. A full-bodied, rich wine with great extraction of inky blackberries, strong spices, tobacco and supportive oak character. Tasters were pleasantly surprised by this wine due to it's unusual power.",Jonathan Tishbi,46,92,Judean Hills,,,Tishbi Estate 1999 Jonathan Tishbi Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tishbi-estate-1999-jonathan-merlot-judean-hills/,Merlot,1999,Tishbi Estate
,Red,France,"A glance at the beautiful purple-blue robe and a whiff of the silky, seductive nose, and you know you have arrived in the promised land of “true” Burgundy. Young, tangy and tasting almost like a barrel sample, it nonetheless displays both power and finesse in a tight, textured, sculpted package. An earthy, roasted component lengthens the finish.",,175,92,Burgundy,Musigny,,Domaine Jacques Prieur & Antonin Rodet 2000  Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-antonin-rodet-2000-pinot-noir-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Jacques Prieur & Antonin Rodet
,Red,US,"A terrific wine that defines midvalley balance, harmony and style. Cassis and smoky oak describe the objective characteristics, but can't convey the feeling of plushness and class. Some dusty tannins suggest holding through 2004. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 1999 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-1999-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Girard
,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkler's aromatic nose provides floral scents and a touch of anise. The rich, creamy mouthfeel ends slightly sweet, making this an enjoyable beverage with a unique style. Has enough depth to match with oysters or lobster.",Sergio Extra Dry Spumante,16,92,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Sergio Extra Dry Spumante  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-sergio-extra-dry-spumante-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
14.4,Red,US,"The huge currant and dark fruit aromas are typical of Napa Valley-floor wines. The flavors are surprisingly complex with plum, black olive and leather. The mouthfeel is rich and powerful with a velvet-like finish.",,60,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Miner 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Miner
,Red,Italy,"The parcel of the Cannubi vineyard owned by Chiarlo is so steep that it has been terraced to make it manageable. Aromas of dried figs and sweet toast are instantly attractive. Ripe black fruit is the hallmark flavor of this wine, with dry, classically tarry tannins.",Cannubi,81,92,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Michele Chiarlo 1998 Cannubi Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1998-cannubi-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Michele Chiarlo
,White,Austria,"Aromas of ripe apples and cream on the nose make this an immediately appealing wine. On the palate there are full peppery flavors and very ripe, aromatic fruit. The final touch of light acidity gives it a refreshing finish.",Hundsleiten/Sandtal Gruner Veltliner,18,92,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2000 Hundsleiten/Sandtal Gruner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2000-hundsleiten-sandtal-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,R&A Pfaffl
,Red,US,,Bradford Meritage,42,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sawyer 1999 Bradford Meritage Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-1999-bradford-meritage-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Sawyer
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a delicious Barolo, with aromas of beets, cherries and a touch of toast. The flavors of soy, rhubarb and leather are well bal  anced, with the tannins and acids leading to a satiny finish. Drinkable now, but has the staying power to last for 10-plus years.",Vigna Cerretta,62,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ca'Romè 1998 Vigna Cerretta  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-1998-vigna-cerretta-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ca'Romè
,Red,US,"What a plush red wine this is. Soft tannins and acids support blackberry fruit that's laced with olives, green herbs and tobacco. It's very dry, and the balance and harmony are exquisite. Lacks the stuffing for aging, but this is an elegant, white-tablecloth wine to enjoy in its youth.",,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Artesa
,Red,US,"This tribute wine opens with a seductive, intense chocolate-tinged dark berry fruit bouquet. Layered flavors and a deep velvety texture provide pleasure galore in Catherine Eddy's homage to her mother. You can cellar this through 2007, but you don't have to—this single-vineyard blend from one of Napa's most desirable neighborhoods is supple and delicious now.",,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ilona 1999 Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ilona-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,1999,Ilona
,Dessert,Austria,"A blend of Weissburgunder, Grauburgunder, Chardonnay and Neuburger produces high levels of fresh acidity that give the intense sweetness a lift. A poised, elegant wine with strong apricot flavors.",Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvee,60,92,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 1998 Ruster Ausbruch Pinot Cuvee White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-1998-ruster-ausbruch-pinot-cuvee-white-burgenland/,White Blend,1998,Feiler-Artinger
,Red,US,"This isn't one of your over-the-top Napa Cabs. It's balanced and harmonious and doesn't let the fruit push it around. Has proper notes of black currants, olives and herbs, a deft dose of oak and lovely tannins.",,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bates Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bates-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bates Creek
,Red,New Zealand,"Strong and distinguished, this is a wine with the concentration of a winner. The dark purple and black color suggests the enormous extract, which is confirmed by the first sniff. The nose is packed with powerful black currant aromas, enhanced by fine smoky oak. In the mouth, it's full-bodied, dense and immature. A chewy core of fruit and thick but fine tannins suggest aging through 2006.",Mere Road Elspeth,30,92,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2000 Mere Road Elspeth Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2000-mere-road-elspeth-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2000,Mills Reef
,Red,US,"A dark, young, chewy wine, obviously capable of aging. Shows iodine, earth, herb and blackberry-tart aromas, and is a bit tough in the mouth. Yet it's very classy and stylish. Dry tannins coat the palate, masking rich fruit. This is a wine of structure rather than hedonism.",Reserve,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Merryvale
,Red,Argentina,"Could this be Argentina's best wine right now? If you can find a bottle, give it a shot and decide for yourself. The aromas of mint, eucalyptus, cola and bitter chocolate are intense yet pure. The monstrous palate is overflowing with black cherry, plum and licorice, but it maintains a racy, balanced edge. The oak is heavy but not overwhelming. It's a wonderful Malbec, a leader in its class made by Paul Hobbs of California.",,65,92,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Viña Cobos 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-cobos-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Viña Cobos
,Red,US,"Overshadowed by its neighbors on Highway 29, Peju is often one of the better wines of the vintage. This classic Napa Cabernet brims with cassis, cigar box, sage and dark chocolate aromas and flavors. Has more aggressive tannins than many other Cabs, which give it greater structure as well as ageworthiness.",,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Peju
,White,New Zealand,"A remarkably complete and satisfying wine, showing exquisite balance and charm. Gooseberry, peach and apple flavors have a sharp, minerally streak, while the crisp acids and opulent structure are near-perfect. Strikes a delicate balance between dry and honeyed.",,18,92,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Isabel Estate
,Red,US,"Trilogy used to be a formula blend of three varietals, but this year it's Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. This is Flora Springs' flagship wine, and a very good one. It's a flashy wine. The fruit is ripe, the oak is notable, the tannins testify to the best vineyard practices.",Trilogy,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Trilogy Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-trilogy-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Flora Springs
,Dessert,Austria,"This beautifully stuctured wine is a blend of Chardonnay and Weissburgunder. Sweet, but with great acidity and lovely ripe fruit flavors, it is the delicious quintessence of sweet wines, balancing honeyed flavors with dry botrytis.",Ruster Ausbruch Essenz,60,92,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 1999 Ruster Ausbruch Essenz White (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-1999-ruster-ausbruch-essenz-white-burgenland/,White Blend,1999,Feiler-Artinger
13.5,Red,US,"Picked before the grapes reached full maturity, this wine treads a complex line between blackberry and plum flavors and minty, herbal ones. American oak also adds a streak of sharp green mint. The balance works to the wine's advantage. Dry, dusty tannins are rich and refined.",,20,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 1999 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1999,Gainey
,Red,France,"The style of this wine emphasises the finesse of Chambolle-Musigny, bringing out the elegance and the purity of fruit. But for all its polished facade, there is power to the wine as well, coming from the richness of 1999. Some dense tannins show behind the fruit.",Les Fuées Premier Cru,80,92,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Ghislaine Barthod 1999 Les Fuées Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ghislaine-barthod-1999-fuees-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Ghislaine Barthod
,Red,US,"An extraordinary wine, and not just because it wears its 16.4% alcohol so well. The raspberry and cassis flavors are rapturously delicious. It seems almost a crime for wine to taste this good. At the same time, the round, soft mouthfeel and dry, dusty tannins are textbook perfect. From 90-year-old vines.",Zeni Vineyard,25,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 1999 Zeni Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1999-zeni-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1999,Edmeades
,White,New Zealand,"Opens with a  powerful explosion of lime, grass, gooseberry and apple aromas. In the mouth, it shows the fantastic concentration and extraction of an atom bomb, yet it's balanced, complex and harmonious. It's quite dry, with extraordinarily high acidity.",Clifford Bay Reserve,29,93,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2001 Clifford Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2001-clifford-bay-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Villa Maria
13.5,Red,Spain,"Aromas of raisins, meat and forest floor match the full, fleshy flavors of currant, sweet tobacco and new leather well. Finishes with juicy acidity that holds up to the tannins. This is a big, lush, well-balanced wine that should drink well until at least 2010.",Amadis,45,93,Catalonia,Priorat,,Rotllan Torra 1998 Amadis Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotllan-torra-1998-amadis-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1998,Rotllan Torra
,Red,US,,,37,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rancho Napa 1999 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-napa-1999-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Rancho Napa
,White,New Zealand,"Hard to believe there's no oak aging or lees contact, it's so incredibly rich and creamy. Offers ripe, fruity flavors of peaches and sweet apples, although the wine is bone-dry, with excellent acidity. Concentrated, dense and opulent, it's a real treat to the palate.",,16,93,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2001-sauvignon-blanc-central-otago/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Mt. Difficulty
,Red,New Zealand,"Here you have a massively constituted wine joined to well-charred oak that results in an enormously rich, satisfying and, more importantly, balanced sip. The fruit and berry flavors are hugely extracted, the tannins gentle but complex, the acidity near perfect. It all adds up to a young bruiser. If you must drink it now, have with rich foods like well-marbled beef or lamb.",Mere Road Elspeth,30,93,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2000 Mere Road Elspeth Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2000-mere-road-elspeth-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,2000,Mills Reef
,Red,Italy,"This is a dense, dark tannic wine with firm, huge tannins and wood flavors. Big, solid and chunky, full of powerful, ripe, dark fruits and flavors of cocoa and liquorice. It should develop well over the next 10 years, and then mature for another 10 at least.",Vigna Mandorlo Borolo,,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacosa Fratelli 1997 Vigna Mandorlo Borolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacosa-fratelli-1997-vigna-mandorlo-borolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Giacosa Fratelli
,Red,France,"For Frédéric Drouhin, whose family owns Maison Joseph Drouhin in Beaune, Les Amoureuses has the real Chambolle taste, combining style, elegance and ripe red fruits. On the palate, there is just a touch of spice to point up the sweet raspberry flavors and soft tannins.",Les Amoureuses Premier Cru,96,93,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2000 Les Amoureuses Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2000-amoureuses-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,US,"Unblended as it's always been, at nearly five years the V.S. is as pure a Cabernet as Krug has ever produced. The mouthfeel is limpid, softly luxuriant, and the flavor is no slouch. The wine is rich, ripe, and endlessly persistent, right down to the curranty finish. This is a beauty you can age for a very long time.",Vintage Selection,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1997 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1997-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Charles Krug
,Red,Italy,"Owned by Marchese Antinori of Tuscany, Alfredo Prunotto makes a modern style of Barolo. This is elegant, with ripe sweet fruit on the nose. A smoothly polished wine, it is rich in dark fruit and new wood flavors along with solid tannins. There is power here and the Nebbiolo dryness comes through on the finish.",Bussia,70,93,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Prunotto 1998 Bussia Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-1998-bussia-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Prunotto
,Dessert,Austria,"The Ausbruch style is typical of the Burgenland. It lies somewhere between Beerenauslese and TBA in sweetness, from the most shrivelled berries. This blend of Welschriesling and Weissburgunder has lovely acidity combined with sweet, poised fruit and powerful levels of dry botrytis. A complete wine, and still developing.",Ruster Ausbruch,50,93,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 1998 Ruster Ausbruch Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-1998-ruster-ausbruch-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,1998,Feiler-Artinger
,White,New Zealand,"Unusually lush, even for this vintage, it starts with pronounced aromas of limes and lemons, fresh green apples, and juniper berries, and turns luscious in the mouth. Partial barrel fermentation and lees aging create a creamy, smoky mouthfeel, while the fruity flavors are volcanic. But it's dry and elegant. Virtually flawness Sauvignon Blanc.",,14,93,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2001-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Te Kairanga
,White,Austria,"A complete cocktail of fruits—pears, peaches, apricots—are mixed together with spices and a mineral character. This is a finely judged wine from a master winemaker, which will age well. It would be worth giving it five years before drinking.",Langenloiser Steinmassel,25,93,Kamptal,,,Willi Brundlmayer 2001 Langenloiser Steinmassel Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willi-brundlmayer-2001-langenloiser-steinmassel-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2001,Willi Brundlmayer
,Red,Italy,"From one of the top vineyard sites in Barolo, Michele Chiarlo produces an elegant wine. Aromas of dried raisins and figs follow through with flavors of fig jelly and tarry fruits along with great, ripe acidity. Despite the elegance, it can still pack a punch.",Brunate,81,93,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Michele Chiarlo 1998 Brunate Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1998-brunate-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Michele Chiarlo
14,Red,US,"A stylish red brimming with plum, sweet tobacco and blackberry flavors. The tannins are wonderfully complex and slippery, and the acidity is soft, so the wine goes down like velvet.",Reserve,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1999 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"This is a first-rate Merlot, smooth and dry, with a good balance of black-cherry and green-olive flavors, and a rich overlay of spicy, smoky oak. It feels light and delicate on the palate, and yet has the weight of a serious red.",Lupine Hill,35,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 1999 Lupine Hill Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-1999-lupine-hill-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Frazier
,White,Austria,,Goldjoch Gruner Veltliner,18,93,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2001 Goldjoch Gruner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2001-goldjoch-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,R&A Pfaffl
,Red,US,"Ths is great Cabernet, and gives you what you expect from a high-end wine in a great vintage. The aroma is all black currants and pretty oak, with brilliantly pure cassis flavors. Bone-dry, with dusty, fine tannins and soft acids, it's long on the finish.",,46,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sawyer
,Red,US,"Silky smooth and elegant, this initial release from veteran winemaker Scott Peterson is loaded with layers of spice, cherry, blueberry, mocha and coffee notes. It's got plenty of power, but remains feminine in its charm, with intriguing earth and herb flavors at its core.",Blair Vineyard,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. P. Drummer 1999 Blair Vineyard Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-p-drummer-1999-blair-vineyard-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,S. P. Drummer
14.1,Red,US,"A dense, rich wine with a strong herb-and-spice edge. It fans out, however, to reveal more fruit; blackberries, cassis and plums come to mind. Anise and chocolate flavors are also in evidence. Cedary edged tannins offer a fine framework in this complex wine, which should age beautifully.",Estate Grown,100,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hartwell 1999 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartwell-1999-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hartwell
14.3,Red,US,"Dense, dark and deep—it's the three Ds of Napa Cabernet on full display. Aromas of plumcake and bacon get it going, followed by kirsch and blueberry flavors. The smoky, woody finish has essences of campfire, chocolate and espresso. This packs a ton of flavor and it's highly recommended for fans of powerful California wines.",,70,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Caymus
14,Red,Italy,"Everything about this Barolo is sensational, from the aromatic notes of eucalyptus and wintergreen to the bright cherries on the palate to the smooth, spicy finish. There's nothing tired or off about this approachable middleweight. The spicy, drying tannins seem right, as do the rooty undernotes and overall balance. It's not overwhelming or too demanding, so it can be drunk in the near future. But holding it for 10 years is also an option.",Ravera,58,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Azienda Agricola Cogno 1998 Ravera  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agricola-cogno-1998-ravera-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Azienda Agricola Cogno
,Red,Spain,"Plush, seamless Rioja from a single vineyard planted in 1945, this shows what old-vine fruit is about. It's at once chewy and firm, yet ripe and supple, with real depth. Classic tarragon, pine   and leather notes expand as the wine opens. The plush oak works—the solid, deep fruit keeps this from becoming a smooth, generic modern wine. Closes long, with supple tannins. Drink now–2008.",Calvario,45,93,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 1999 Calvario  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-1999-calvario-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1999,Finca Allende
14,Red,Italy,"Cannubi is the superstar of Barolo. This wine possesses cinnamon, clove and caramel aromas. The palate brings juicy blackberries and toast. There is a rich, sweet mouthfeel that is derived from fruit concentration, and not residual sugar. The tannins are sizeable but are in balance with the fruit and acidity, and all the components fall brilliantly into place to make a great wine.",Nei Cannubi,50,93,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 1998 Nei Cannubi  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-1998-nei-cannubi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Poderi Luigi Einaudi
,Red,US,"A rich, opulent wine that stains the glass. Big, ripe flavors of currants, plums, tobacco and sage are framed in thick but fine tannins. A streak of bright acidity and a deft overlay of oak add brightness and complexity. This young, juicy wine will improve over the next few years.",,34,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Sawyer 1999 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sawyer-1999-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,1999,Sawyer
,Red,US,"Cool-climate grapes from this famed vineyard yielded a tannic wine that shows enormous promise. Brims with peppery, cedar and cassis aromas and flavors. Bone-dry and austere now, but the solid core of chewy fruit suggests prime aging potential, reminiscent of a young Pauillac. The winemaker, Oded Shakked, is the longtime winemaker at J Wine Co.",Rochioli Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Longboard 1999 Rochioli Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longboard-1999-rochioli-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Longboard
14.6,Red,US,"Looks fierce, with a dark, brooding quality, but is surprisingly open in its youth. Oak dominates the aromas, which include well-ripened blackberry and a meaty, earthy note from Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Very supple in the mouth, with juicy flavors and a drink-me-now appeal, but the telltale dust of tannins in the finish indicates ageability.",M. Coz,100,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1999 M. Coz Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-coz-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,1999,M. Cosentino
14.4,Red,US,"Heady and big, a tremendously dense, rich wine that packs in plenty of satisfaction. Opens with black fruit, chocolate, plum, coffee, maple syrup and cassis scents, with a ton of flashy new oak. Turns rich and complex in the mouth, packed with delicious fruity flavors and long, ripe tannins.",,50,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Pine Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Pine Ridge
,Red,US,"Rich and long in the mouth, with impressively concentrated flavors of blackberries and plums and a delicious note of chocolatey fig. These ripe flavors are fully dry, with the most wonderful velvety tannins. The wine is soft and full of charm.",,48,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 2000 Merlot (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2000-merlot-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Merlot,2000,Pride Mountain
,Red,US,"They say these vines are 121 years old, and certainly, the wine they produce is concentrated. The winemaker, Van Williamson, finds nutmeg, fir, white pepper, tobacco, raspberry and strawberries, which sounds about right. It's also a little more tart than the magnificent Zeni bottling.",Ciapusci,25,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 1999 Ciapusci Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1999-ciapusci-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1999,Edmeades
,Red,US,"Lush and ripe, with firm, silky tannins that support a core of blackberry, licorice, black cherry, herb, chocolate, sage and mineral notes. Complex and brimming with character.",,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Snowden 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snowden-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Snowden
,Red,US,"Dark, heady and tannic—that pretty much describes this latest release from winemaker Cathy Corison. It's also very French-oaky, packed with smoke and vanilla. In other words, a young wine meant for aging. Seems to have the balance and richness to improve through 2009.",,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Long Meadow Ranch 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Long Meadow Ranch
,Red,France,"This is a wine that you will either find exciting and exotic or overbearing and odd. Sensuous, musky and redolent of Asian spicebox scents, it hits you like a blast of heavy perfume. The tannins, too, are a bit overwrought, and at the moment fall quickly into a hard, dry finish. But time may unlock the secrets of this wine and reveal something spectacular.",,37,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Antonin Rodet 1998  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-1998-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,1998,Antonin Rodet
12.5,Red,US,"Aromas are of cedar, plums, and dried cherries. There are rich berry and chocolate flavors and a creamy, smooth balance that makes this a very drinkable and enjoyable wine.",Reserve,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Napa Ridge
13.5,Red,Italy,"Chunky red plum aromas get this one cooking, and there is plenty more plum and cherry backing up the lively bouquet. The finish is clean, if a bit basic. Overall it's a tight, structured, textbook modern Barbera, one that'll be ideal at the dinner table.",Camparo,14,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Cascina La Ghersa 1999 Camparo  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ghersa-1999-camparo-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1999,Cascina La Ghersa
,Red,France,,,11,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône Brézème,,Domaine de l'Harmas 2000 Red (Côtes du Rhône Brézème),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lharmas-2000-red-cotes-brezeme/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine de l'Harmas
,Red,US,"Another superripe Cab marked by spectacular fruit. Unbelievable concentration and density of flavors, mainly cassis and blackberries, that spread all over the palate. But it's very soft, and needs acidity and tannins to balance all that ripeness.",Morisoli,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Morisoli Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-morisoli-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,V. Sattui
13,Red,Argentina,"Although this wine is more flowery in the nose than it is meaty or spicy, the flavors of blueberry, blackberry, nutmeg and chocolate work well together. And the finish is bright and powerful, with full tannins, but it isn't overwhelming or starching.",Colección Privada,16,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2000 Colección Privada Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2000-coleccion-privada-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2000,Navarro Correas
,Red,France,"Simple Bourgogne though it may be, this wine has some stuffing! It sports plump, plummy fruit, soft tannins and an overall roundness.",,15,87,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Marechal-Caillot 1999  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marechal-caillot-1999-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Marechal-Caillot
,Red,Italy,"This is the most earthy and rustic of the wines produced by Batasiolo. The fruit is firm, solid and tannic, with flavors of parsnips and crisp acidity. Already coming into balance, it should develop relatively fast, over the next five to 10 years.",Vigneto Boscarecto,52,87,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Beni di Batasiolo 1997 Vigneto Boscarecto Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1997-vigneto-boscarecto-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1997,Beni di Batasiolo
,Red,Israel,"Toasty, with cassis, tobacco and smoked meat aromas. Spicy on the palate with sweet roasted tomatoes. Lacking a little depth, but generally a well-balanced, medium-bodied wine.",Petite Castel,21,87,Haut-Judeé,,,Castel 1999 Petite Castel Cabernet Sauvignon (Haut-Judeé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-1999-petite-cabernet-sauvignon-haut-judee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Castel
,Red,Spain,"Monastrell, or Mourvèdre as it is more commonly known in French- and English-speaking parts of the globe, has a reputation for producing dry, tannic wines that occasionally reek of horse manure. Not so in sunny Spain, where a growing number of clean, berry-fruited offerings are turning up at bargain prices. This medium-weight Monastrell combines forward berry fruit with chocolate notes and just a hint of tree bark on the finish.",,9,87,Levante,Yecla,,Castaño 2000 Monastrell (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castano-2000-mourvedre-monastrell-yecla/,Monastrell,2000,Castaño
14.7,Red,US,"It has the density of body and texture that big, ageable red wines have, but the stuffing, not to mention the acidity, doesn't seem to be there. It's hard to separate out what you know of the ambitions of this winery, which aims to produce Chateâuneuf-style wine in California. This is a fascinating work in progress. A blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache, Syrah and Counoise.",Reserve Cuvee,35,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 1999 Reserve Cuvee Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-1999-reserve-cuvee-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Tablas Creek
,Red,US,"A smooth-drinking, pleasant wine with a velvety texture, rich tannins and soft acids characteristic of the region and vintage. The flavors veer toward blackberries and dill. This is not a lavish blockbuster, but an elegant, somewhat light blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Chevalier Noir,32,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Summers 1999 Chevalier Noir Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-1999-chevalier-noir-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Summers
,Red,US,"Right off the bat, you notice the softness of the tannins. The wine floats like melted butter in the mouth, creating a nice vehicle for the pleasant blackberry flavors to coat the palate. Decent acidity and absolutely no residual sugar provide structure. This is a candy of a wine, but could use more depth.",,58,87,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Ritchie Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ritchie-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Ritchie Creek
,Red,Austria,"Jammy fruit on the nose is balanced by tannins, some acidity and flavors of black plums. The result is slightly unbalanced, but could develop, especially as it has acidity at the end.",Excellant Reserve,23,87,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 1999 Excellant Reserve Red (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-1999-excellant-reserve-red-weinviertel/,Red Blend,1999,R&A Pfaffl
,Red,US,"Plush, opulent and soft as velvet, but lacking in acidity and tannic structure. On the other hand, if you enjoy full-throttle flavor, you'll fall in love with the seductive taste of cassis, blackberries, and rich spice. There's little difference between any of Sattui's single-vineyard wines, so choose this one and save yourself a few bucks.",Suzanne's,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Suzanne's Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-suzannes-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,V. Sattui
,Red,US,,Los Robles Viejos Rozet,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edmunds St John 2000 Los Robles Viejos Rozet Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-2000-los-robles-viejos-rozet-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2000,Edmunds St John
,Red,US,"Here's an ultrasoft wine whose acids were whittled away by the hot sun, and with tannins that are also soft and melted. Yet there's something delicious and gentle about the plummy, peppery flavors, and it's nice that the wine is dry without being too alcoholic.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2000,EOS
,Red,France,"Sweet, jammy fruit made in an easy-drinking modern style. It is well-made, and certainly enjoyable, but lacks depth.",Bordeaux Rouge,,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château de Sours 2000 Bordeaux Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sours-2000-bordeaux-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château de Sours
,White,Austria,"The fruit on the nose is reminiscent of hedgerow fruits—blackberries, alpine strawberries, plums and blueberries. The palate is very green with high acidity and light, fresh fruit flavors. The final impression is of a fresh, crisp wine, with just a touch of pepper.",Classik Trocken Gruner Ventliner,13,87,Burgenland,,,Adolf & Heinrich Fuchs 2001 Classik Trocken Gruner Ventliner Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adolf-heinrich-fuchs-2001-classik-trocken-gruner-ventliner-gruner-veltliner-burgenland/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Adolf & Heinrich Fuchs
,White,US,,,10,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 2001 Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-2001-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Adler Fels
13,Red,France,,Selection Speciale,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2000 Selection Speciale Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2000-selection-speciale-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Les Jamelles
,Rose,US,"Dark, young and robust, it's a classic Foothills Zin, with intensely ripe fruit, ultrasoft tannins and acids, and rather rustic mouthfeel. That's not a put-down. The wild berry flavors are delicious and the wine is a joy to drink right through the long, sweet finish.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Latcham 1999 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latcham-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1999,Latcham
,Red,Greece,"Big, bold nose of black olives, tobacco, leather and cinnamon. Big, aggressive tannins with taming blackberry and plum flavors. Bone-dry with a long, solid finish. Strictly a food wine, try with hearty tomato stews.",Ramnista,15,87,Naoussa,,,Kyr-Yianni 1997 Ramnista Xinomavro (Naoussa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kyr-yianni-1997-ramnista-greek-red-xinomavro-naoussa/,Xinomavro,1997,Kyr-Yianni
,White,Italy,,San Benedetto,10,87,Lombardy,Lugana,,Zenato 2001 San Benedetto  (Lugana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-2001-san-benedetto-italian-white-trebbiano-lugana/,Trebbiano,2001,Zenato
13.5,Red,Argentina,". From this stellar vintage, Norton has crafted a tasty, sturdy, affordable Malbec, one that captures the meaty violet character of the grape but doesn't go overboard with extract or oak. In the mouth, plum and licorice flavors lead into a dry finish that also yields some butter and coffee. Mouthfilling and wholesome.",Reserve,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1999 Reserve Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1999-reserve-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Bodega Norton
,Red,Greece,"There is a lot of salinity in the bouquet of this wine, which makes it   reminiscent of the seashore. But the red berry fruit comes through on the palate with char and earth. Smooth on the finish, as the acids balance the tannins.",,23,87,Adriani,,,Château Julia 2000 Merlot (Adriani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julia-2000-merlot-adriani/,Merlot,2000,Château Julia
,Red,France,,Bourgogne,13,87,Burgundy,Côte Chalonnaise,,Château du Cray 1998 Bourgogne  (Côte Chalonnaise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-cray-1998-bourgogne-red-cote-chalonnaise/,Red Blend,1998,Château du Cray
14,Red,Spain,"Green olive and vegetal aromas are offset by Mexican spices. Flavors of coffee and brown sugar are more earthy than fruit driven, thanks to the 2,400-foot elevation of the vineyard.",Finca La Planeta,34,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Pasanau 1999 Finca La Planeta Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasanau-germans-1999-finca-planeta-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1999,Celler Pasanau
13.5,White,Spain,"Made from Viura and Malvasia, this plump barrel-fermented white begins with refreshing, clean aromas of pear and apple. Similar flavors follow, and despite the barrel influence the oak flavor is nominal. The lengthy finish is lively but smooth. Its size, grip and balance are all just right.",Antea,9,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2001 Antea White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2001-antea-white-rioja/,White Blend,2001,Marqués de Cáceres
,Red,France,"A burst of ripe fruit suggests fresh raspberries, with a whiff of black pepper as well. The mouthfeel is soft and feminine, with plenty of forward fruit and interesting spices. But nothing follows; where is the next piece of the puzzle?",Premier Cru - Santenots,65,87,Burgundy,Volnay,,Mommessin 2000 Premier Cru - Santenots  (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2000-premier-cru-santenots-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2000,Mommessin
13,Red,France,,,30,87,Burgundy,Volnay,,Nicolas Potel 2000  Volnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2000-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2000,Nicolas Potel
,Red,US,"A nice, soft, lush red wine, what Merlot is supposed to be. Has plenty of ripe berry flavors and a rich texture that coats the palate in soft, mink-coat luxury. It isn't especially deep or complex, but has a lot of surface opulence.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Ballentine
,Red,US,"You always look to the Foothills for Zin, especially inexpensive Zin, and Amador seldom disappoints. This fine vintage fully ripened the grapes, producing brambly, spicy flavors that are fully dry without excessive alcohol. It's a bit edgy and lacks finesse, but has that wild, pioneer quality associated with this mountainous region.",Ferraro Vineyard,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 1999 Ferraro Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-1999-ferraro-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1999,Amador Foothill Winery
,Red,US,"This vineyard is in the Pope Valley section, a warm, eastern part of Napa. The wine is delicious and impeccably made, but a little heavy, with notes of raisins, especially in the aroma, and a finish dominated by sweet dark chocolate. The oak overlay is elaborate, if a trifle obvious. Seems expensive for the quality.",Wild Boar Vineyard,60,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Wild Boar Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-wild-boar-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Flora Springs
14,White,South Africa,"This wine has plenty of racy citrus flavors, but doesn't have the bracing tanginess of Fleur du Cap's regular Sauvignon Blanc. The bouquet's herb and grapefruit notes wear a soft, cream-and-talc cloak. Ginger, citrus pith and bell pepper flavors characterize the palate. 2,000 cases produced.",Unfiltered,15,87,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2002 Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2002-unfiltered-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,US,"Spicy and smoky, with deep black cherry, plum and licorice flavors. This blend of 62% Zin, 38% Petite Sirah has a bright edge, with a zingy finish and rustic tannins.","Old Vine Cuvee, Bacchi Vineyards",32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,"Lambert Bridge 2000 Old Vine Cuvee, Bacchi Vineyards Red (Russian River Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2000-old-vine-cuvee-bacchi-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Lambert Bridge
,Red,US,"Gorgeous aromas of well-smoked oak and cassis are a delight. The entry is strongly flavored with black cherry and blackberry, with finely ground tannins, and the wine is very dry and refined.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Eagle & Rose Estate
,Rose,France,"Importer Dan Kravitz must have put magic in this bottle. Even though the days are getting shorter and the temperatures here in the Northeast are headed toward freezing, one sip of this pale pink rosé can transport you to the beach of your dreams. Whether you're sipping it in a chaise on the Riviera or gulping it with steamed crabs on the Maryland shore, the watermelon rind and cherry flavors are refreshing, yet don't lack for body or richness.",,10,87,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Commanderie de la Bargemone 2001 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/commanderie-bargemone-2001-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2001,Commanderie de la Bargemone
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Most LBVs are more in-your-face than this, but so what? It's clean, reserved and generally quite good. A little metallic tinge and a tad of heat can be caught on the otherwise nice and multifaceted finish. Definitely interesting for a 10-year-old LBV.",LBV,19,87,Douro,,,Delaforce 1992 LBV Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-1992-lbv-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1992,Delaforce
13.5,Red,Israel,"Fruity right from the start, with just the slightest hint of stems on the bouquet. The palate is round and bold, and entirely pleasing, with plum and cherry flavors. The clean, chunky, round finish is smooth and darn near silky. A rich and likable wine, with chocolate and oak notes in the rear.",Yarden,26,87,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 1998 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-1998-yarden-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Golan Heights Winery
13.5,Red,US,,,10,87,California,California Other,California,Glass Mountain 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glass-mountain-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Glass Mountain
,Red,Italy,"Meaty, farmyard aromas characterize this wine. Ripe tannins, rustic flavors and solid acidity follow through to a dry, almost Port-like finish.",Poderi di Sorano,40,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 1996 Poderi di Sorano  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-1996-poderi-sorano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1996,Giacomo Ascheri
,Red,US,"Very bright and jammy, with a racy acidic streak is how to best describe this solid but slightly tart Zin. The palate features intense fruit—mostly juicy red cherry and raspberry. The finish is clean and crisp; it's racy, like the palate. If there's a fault it's that the middle is too acid-driven and tart.",Rice Vineyard,27,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2000 Rice Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-rice-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Gary Farrell
12.5,White,US,,,9,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Firestone 2001 Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2001-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Firestone
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a very good wine meant for early drinking. It's well-structured, with fine tannins, smoky oak and good acidity. The underlying flavors, which are pleasant but light, suggest sage, tobacco, cola and blackberries. They turn thin on the midpalate and finish.",Reserve,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fetzer 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Fetzer
,White,US,"Clean flint and citrus qualities sit behind a smoldering curtain of heavily toasted oak. Finishes warm, with a white-pepper zing.",TreMonte,32,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2000 TreMonte Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2000-tremonte-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,Italy,"Notes of truffle and flowers dominate the nose. There are some black cherry flavors but more prominent is a dried-meat quality. Tannins were a little aggressive on the finish, but should settle with time.",Cerrati,64,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Cucco 1998 Cerrati  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-cucco-1998-cerrati-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Cascina Cucco
13.5,Red,France,"Very dark and saturated for Beaujolais, with heavy but fragrant new-oak aromas. The palate is big and beefy, with blackberry and bubble gum flavors. A chewy, rather tannic finish ends the show. There is plenty of oak influence throughout but also a healthy undercurrent of fruit. It's a modern wine, and a good one. But you must like oak-driven aromas and flavors.",Riserve du Domaine de Champ de Cour,17,87,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Mommessin 2000 Riserve du Domaine de Champ de Cour  (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2000-riserve-domaine-champ-cour-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2000,Mommessin
13,Red,US,"They called this a miracle vintage in the Central Coast, and here's why. At this price, to get fruit this opulent is unbelievable. The black currant quality is the equal of anything made in California. Of course, they don't get the tannins or acid structure of finer North Coast vineyards.",Coastal Selection,11,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mirassou 1999 Coastal Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-coastal-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Mirassou
13.4,Red,US,"What's odd about this wine is how tough and tannic it is for the vintage, when so many wineries made supple, approachable wines. Possibly the grapes were picked too early, in fear of rain. Framed in considerable oak, with a chewy core of blackberries, it's a cellar candidate. Give it a good seven years to soften and sweeten.",,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,St. Clement
,Red,US,"A charming Cab. It's soft and the tannins are completely accessible, while the fruity flavors are complex and savory. The structure is light by Napa standards, but in accord with the Krug style.",Peter Mondavi Family,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1999 Peter Mondavi Family Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-peter-mondavi-family-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Charles Krug
,Red,France,"The complicated label also lists Antonin Rodet (“diffusion”) and Marquis de Jouennes d'Herville, proprietaire, so it's a bit difficult to sort through the credits this wine boasts. Suffice it to say that here is a clean, varietally true nose that resolves into flavors of sassafras and cola, complemented by a streak of earth and iron.",,25,87,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Château de Chamirey 1999  Mercurey,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chamirey-1999-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château de Chamirey
13,Red,Spain,"Tasty coconut, vanilla and a hint of dill would lead you to believe American oak was used to fashion this wine. Juicy plum and cassis flavors are enjoyable, but a bit hollow in the midpalate, finishing with firm, drying tannins.",Crianza,19,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Solorca 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-solorca-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Viña Solorca
13,Red,Spain,"Wonderful vanilla and creamy aromas accented with coffee and leather. Unfortunately, the flavors of blackberry and earth did not deliver what the nose promised. The finish was long and tangy—almost a bit tart.",Crianza,19,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Arnáiz 1999 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-arnaiz-1999-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1999,Viña Arnáiz
13,Red,Spain,"The bouquet starts out brawny, with foresty aromas and a touch of iodine. Big black fruit flavors run across the buttery, creamy palate, while a fine trio of fresh fruit, oak flavors and tannins meld on the finish. This is a solid wine, a nice example of monovarietal Tempranillo from Catalonia.",Coronas - Estate Bottled,10,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2000 Coronas - Estate Bottled Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2000-coronas-estate-bottled-tempranillo-penedes/,Tempranillo,2000,Torres
,Red,US,"The cassis flavors just explode in the mouth, coating the palate with rich sweetness, but the palate longs for structure to balance all that flavor out. Here, the acids and tannins are very soft. The result is a bit syrupy and flabby.",Preston,32,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Preston Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-preston-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,V. Sattui
,Red,US,"Could double as a good Châteauneuf. It's pleasantly fruity, with sweet blackberry and black raspberry flavors and a peppery undercurrent. It's also nicely dry, with fine tannins that support the structure but don't overwhelm. Not very deep or complex, but lovely. A blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Counoise, Syrah and Cinsault.",Z Cuvee,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 2000 Z Cuvee Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2000-z-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Zaca Mesa
,Red,France,"This is a firm, rich wine with ripe fruit. The purity and silkiness of Chambolle-Musigny show through the solid tannins, leaving an aftertaste of juicy red fruits.",,48,87,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Henri de Villamont
13.5,Red,Italy,"Bitter cherry flavors mixed with soy are enhanced by dustiness laced with vanilla and seaweed. Not a very powerful Barolo, but an enjoyable one now. And for Barolo, it's a good value.",,23,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Dardano 1997  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dardano-1997-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Dardano
,Red,Italy,,Anfora,11,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Le Corte 2001 Anfora Zinfandel (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-corte-2001-anfora-zinfandel-puglia/,Zinfandel,2001,Le Corte
14.4,Red,US,"This is a very big wine. It's oversized in the purple-black color, in the massive aromas of black currants and oak, and in the mouth. Coats the palate in rich currant fruit and thick, dusty tannins. It's too awkward to enjoy now, which raises the question whether it will mellow with age.",Reserve,80,87,California,Napa,Yountville,M. Cosentino 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-yountville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,M. Cosentino
13,Red,France,"Filled with youthful vibrancy and impertinence, this jammy wine tastes of blueberries, loganberries and other wild berries, all wrapped in a dry, silky texture with high acidity. It has that gaseous, fermentation-tank quality of an extremely young wine.",Chateau de Poncie,16,87,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Louis Jadot 2000 Chateau de Poncie  (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2000-chateau-poncie-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2000,Louis Jadot
14,Red,South Africa,"This Cab's mouthfeel is chalky and clay-like, but juicy, with loads of black plum and blackberries, and a nice earthy component. Bouquet has green herb and tree bark notes accenting the soft black fruit. Only 1,100 cases made.",Unfiltered,15,87,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-unfiltered-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,France,"The real attraction of this wine is its delicious, perfumed fruit, which sings above the firm tannins. It is immediately encticing, with pure flavors and soft aftertaste.",,46,87,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Amiot-Servelle 2000  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-amiot-servelle-2000-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Amiot-Servelle
,Red,France,"This is a straightforward, deliciously fruity wine with rich, juicy fruit flavors. Fresh raspberry flavors provide a sweetness to dominate the soft tannins. Already drinkable, it should continue to mature well over the next five years.",,45,87,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Georges Roumier 2000  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-roumier-2000-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Georges Roumier
,White,France,,,6,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine de L'Olivier 2001 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lolivier-2001-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2001,Domaine de L'Olivier
14,Red,Italy,"Dryness is the dominant character of this wine. Aromas of charred wood, toast and sandalwood are more prominent than plum tomatoes. To taste, it is tough and slightly lean, but there are also red berries and herbs. Wood comes back to dominate the aftertaste, along with acidity. Will this age? It should, but it needs at least 10 years.",Bussia,70,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bussia Soprana 1997 Bussia  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bussia-soprana-1997-bussia-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Bussia Soprana
,Red,Spain,"This blows away the majority of California Merlots retailing for two or three times as much. Dried herbs accent creamy mocha and black cherries in a supple, harmonious whole that's as true to the variety as can be. The 2001 vintage is shaping up as a great one for Spain, and here's a chance to get in on the ground floor.",,8,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2001 Merlot (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2001-merlot-jumilla/,Merlot,2001,Bodegas Luzón
14,Red,Italy,"This traditional-style Barolo spends three years in Slavonian oak. This brings aromas of cured meats and ocean breeze. There are flavors of field greens and charred oak, with a rich, ample mouthfeel. Drink 2005–2010.",Vigna Rionda,48,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Anselma 1997 Vigna Rionda  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselma-1997-vigna-rionda-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Anselma
11,Red,France,"Aromas are of beets and dill pickles with an underlying chalkiness; briary, tart cherry and root beer flavors play on the palate. A soft but complex finish makes this very enjoyable now and for a few more years.",Grand Vin De Bourgogne,38,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Antonin Rodet 2000 Grand Vin De Bourgogne  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-2000-grand-vin-bourgogne-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,2000,Antonin Rodet
,Rose,US,"You can pretend that Zin is Cabernet, or you can let it express its wild, wooly self, in all its glory. This wine does just that. Old vines concentrate flavors to laserlike purity, while retaining that footloose quality. With soft but complex tannins and soft acidity, this wine is quintessential California Zin.",Reserve - Old Vines,18,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ironstone 2000 Reserve - Old Vines Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2000-reserve-old-vines-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,Ironstone
14,Red,US,"From the largest winery in the Sierra Foothills, this fine value offers up plenty of juicy cherry and berry fruit, with gentle tannins. Easy drinking, with a long, rich finish. Perfect with grilled lamb chops.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Ironstone
,White,South Africa,"It's 100% Sémillon, 100% barrel fermented—and it's 100% obvious that the two preceding statements are true. Snyman describes this white as a science experiment of sorts—“everything we could play with, we played with”—including 14 different yeasts and 10 barrel types. Mallowy cream and caramel aromas elbow out white peach flavors on the nose. Nutty peach pit, toast and tropical fruit flavors come to a dried herb-and-mineral point on the back end. 750 cases produced.",Unfiltered,15,87,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2001 Unfiltered Sémillon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2001-unfiltered-semillon-stellenbosch/,Sémillon,2001,Fleur Du Cap
13.7,Red,US,"This glass-tinter has 6-8% Malbec blended in. The lightweight package is full of black cherry, vanilla and a bit of greenness on the finish. Well-suited to a casual gathering on the patio.",,23,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,Spain,"Despite spending just six months in oak, this Tempranillo-dominated red serves up ample barrel char along with some sweet, attractive wood-driven spice. The black cherry fruit is lifted up by a pleasant vanilla flavor, which is followed by wall-to-wall tannins and a severe but welcome smokiness.",Vino Tinto,,87,Central Spain,Ribera del Guadiana,,Puerta Palma 2000 Vino Tinto Tempranillo (Ribera del Guadiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-palma-2000-vino-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-guadiana/,Tempranillo,2000,Puerta Palma
,Sparkling,Italy,"Flavors of peach and lime have a light feel and elegant balance. There is a touch of sweetness on the finish. Great by itself, or with a little prosciutto at the start of the meal.",Spumante,12,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Spumante  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-spumante-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
14,Red,Italy,"This wine is for lovers of an older style of Barolo. It has cherry and leather aromas, a touch of mint and white chocolate. On the palate, though, there is some leaness and astringency that is certainly classic and even elegant, but might not appeal to everyone. It should age, however, and the astringency should soften.",,58,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 1998  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1998-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Pio Cesare
14.5,Red,US,"A pleasing blend of cherry, cola and herb flavors that are couched in smooth-edged tannins.",Liar's Dice,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2000 Liar's Dice Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-liars-dice-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Murphy-Goode
,Red,France,,Premier Cru Les Cras,25,87,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 Premier Cru Les Cras  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-premier-cru-cras-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
20.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Big, bold and grapey best describe the nose on this slightly syrupy offering. Chocolate and blackberry come in spades on the palate, all prior to an assertive, persistent finish that's defined by a shot of raisin at the tail end.",Vintage Porto,82,87,Portugal,,,Churchill's 1997 Vintage Porto Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-1997-vintage-porto-port-blend-port/,Port,1997,Churchill's
,Red,US,"Said to be from 68-year-old head-pruned vines, the wine is packed with intense flavors, some of them unusual for Zin. The wild berries are there, and so is white chocolate, sweet peppermint and rhubarb pie. It hangs onto Zin's wild character, that edge of barely contained wildness.",Papera Ranch,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Papera Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-papera-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,De Loach
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Saturation is the key here, in the nose and especially on the palate. It's thick and very candied, probably a result of how hot it gets at the Madalena site. Still, there's plenty of delicious black fruit and chocolatey stuffing. In the end, though, its full weight indicates it may not age forever.",Quinta de Madelena Vintage,32,87,Port,,,Smith Woodhouse 1999 Quinta de Madelena Vintage  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-woodhouse-1999-quinta-madelena-vintage-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1999,Smith Woodhouse
,Red,US,"Ripe and fat, marked by classic Napa flavors of sweet cassis and blackberries. It's very soft in tannins and acids. It could have more structure, but then, so could many other California Cabernets. But there's no arguing with the delicious taste.",,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,V. Sattui
,White,Greece,"A bouquet of flowers, rose petals and lavender with apricots and peaches. Slight effervescence on the palate with nut and orange-skin flavors. A light-bodied, clean wine that is excellent as an apéritif.",Moschofilero,12,87,Mantinia,,,Tselepos 2001 Moschofilero White (Mantinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tselepos-2001-moschofilero-white-mantinia/,White Blend,2001,Tselepos
,Red,US,"A lively wine, with a blend of forward, plush plum, licorice, chocolate, earth and spice notes. Bright on the finish.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rockledge Vineyards 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Rockledge Vineyards
,Red,US,"This is one of the best Bordeaux-style blends from this area of the state. It's rich and ripe, filled with sumptuous blackberry fruit, and very dry. The oaky overlay is rich and flavorful. On the minus side are some peppery, herbal flavors and fairly aggressive tannins.",Meritage,25,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Toasted Head 1999 Meritage Red (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toasted-head-1999-meritage-red-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Toasted Head
,White,Germany,,Piesporter Michelsberg Riesling kabinett,11,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Selbach 2001 Piesporter Michelsberg Riesling kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selbach-2001-piesporter-michelsberg-riesling-kabinett-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2001,Selbach
13.5,Red,Spain,"Big, bold and thoroughly modern, with pungent burnt-wood aromas and rich chocolaty flavors. The black cherry fruit is ripe and rewarding prior to a dry tannic finish. This wine is structured and woody, very typical of today's Spanish reds.",Reserva - Mas D'Aranyo,12,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Segura Viudas 1998 Reserva - Mas D'Aranyo Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-1998-reserva-mas-daranyo-tempranillo-penedes/,Tempranillo,1998,Segura Viudas
13,Red,France,"Robust and full-bodied, this is a big Beaujolais, with sweet black raspberry and even cassis fruit, and a syrupy, honeyed-berry finish. Despite the size and dark color, it has a silky smooth texture and good acidity. Could develop with a few years of age.",Chateau des Jacques,20,87,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Louis Jadot 2000 Chateau des Jacques  (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2000-chateau-jacques-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2000,Louis Jadot
,White,France,"A pretty Chardonnay that's lean and steely, a refreshing counterpoint to the current sweet, oaky style. You can taste the flavor of crisp green apples, and the tart acidity is mouthwatering. This is a lovely cocktail wine, balanced and refreshing.",Chateau des Jacques Grand Clos de Loyse,15,87,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Louis Jadot 2000 Chateau des Jacques Grand Clos de Loyse  (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2000-chateau-jacques-grand-clos-loyse-chardonnay-villages/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Jadot
13,Red,Australia,"This Merlot's bouquet offers briary fruit with spicy, hickory or marinade accents. It's fairly substantial and easydrinking, with well-oaked mixed berries and black cherry flavors. Tangy oak gives the finish a tart bite.",Reserve,20,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 2000 Reserve Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-reserve-merlot-hunter-valley/,Merlot,2000,James Estate
,White,France,"The overall impression is of ripe, creamy fruit, with aromas of Granny Smith apples. On the palate, there are flavors of spicy wood, crisp acidity and layers of apples and cream. A classic “apple pie” Chardonnay, delicious, but not heavy. —R.V.",Oak Aged,10,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vins Skalli 2000 Oak Aged Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-skalli-2000-oak-aged-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,Les Vins Skalli
,Red,France,"André Iché, who owns one of the best-known Minervois estates, Château d'Oupia, has expanded his family's production with this bottling of Carignan, Syrah and Grenache. It's a chunky, satisfying wine brimming with berries, spice and a hint of chocolate. No, it's not especially complex or long, but it's forward and delicious—everything you'd want in a hamburger red.",,8,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Herault,,Les Heretiques 2001 Red (Vin de Pays de L'Herault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heretiques-2001-red-vin-pays-lherault/,Red Blend,2001,Les Heretiques
13.5,Red,US,"A very expressive and well-made wine. The stylistic decision was made to leave some aggressive but elegant tannins beside the herb and plum flavors, maybe to accentuate its foodworthiness. Finishes tough and gritty, but may soften in a few years.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,2000,Kunde
,Red,US,"This is a good example of a slightly rustic, mountain-grown Zinfandel. It's dry and powerful in wild, brambly fruit and alcohol, and the tannins are assertive. Has a rough-and-ready character but is clean and balanced and possesses a sense of the earth.",,14,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 2000 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-2000-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2000,Madroña
12.5,White,Israel,"A rich golden color, with tropical fruit, pineapple and lemon aromas. A rich mouthfeel with crisp, citrusy acidity and hints of oak that do not overwhelm the fruit.",,16,87,Golan Heights,,,Tishbi Estate 2000 Chardonnay (Golan Heights),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tishbi-estate-2000-chardonnay-golan-heights/,Chardonnay,2000,Tishbi Estate
13,Red,Italy,"This wine is smooth and aromatic in the nose, with a hint of tree bark. The palate is racy and full of cherry, but that cherry fruit carries a streak of sweetness that seems a bit out of place, given the usual darkness of the grape. Finish is full and round, with big tannins.",Sucule,18,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Villa Lanata 1998 Sucule  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-lanata-1998-sucule-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1998,Villa Lanata
,Red,US,"Bright and tangy, with cedary hints of blueberry, black cherry, vanilla and spice. Modest tannins and firm acidity keep it clean at the end.",Reserve,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1999 Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1999-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Raymond
,Red,US,"For an astounding 121,000 cases produced, this is surprisingly rich. Consider the vintage. If you couldn't make good Cab in '99, forget it. Ripe and fruity, with plenty of oak, it's a fine expression of Sonoma Cabernet. Just don't look for depth or ageabilty.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rodney Strong
13,Red,Italy,"Made from the Nebbiolo grape, a ruby-colored agreeable wine with opening aromas of black cherries, chocolate and tar. In the mouth it's bone dry and delicate, with soft tannins, although the acidity is high enough to burn on the finish.",,30,87,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 1997  Gattinara,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-1997-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,1997,Travaglini
13.5,Red,US,"The problem with Dry Creek Cabernets is also their strength. The grapes in this warm valley get dependably ripe, with brambly blackberry flavors. Oak, in whatever form, is a perfect complement. That said, Dry Creek Cabernets don't develop depth or complexity. They're beautiful on the surface but lack those nuances that make for great Cabernet.",,21,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"This dark wine opens with aromas of mint and cassis and suggestions of raisins. The flavors are similar, with hints of dark chocolate, tobacco and herbs. It's fully dry, with soft acids and tannins. It's a gentle Cabernet from the warm part of Paso.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,EOS
,White,Italy,,,12,87,Southern Italy,Falanghina del Sannio,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2001  Falanghina del Sannio,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2001-white-falanghina-sannio/,White Blend,2001,Feudi di San Gregorio
13,Red,Italy,"The nose is ripe, bordering on overripe. There are scents of fading flowers mixed with raisins and licorice. The chewy palate is on the big side, with loads of plum and cherry fruit. The best part of this wine is a pleasant smoothness on the palate; the edges are round and not the least bit hard.",,11,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Giribaldi 1999  Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-1999-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,1999,Giribaldi
,Red,US,"Well-made and expressive of its variety, this wine brims with black currant and olive aromas and flavors, and the smoky oak is nicely integrated. It's dry, with dusty, creamy tannins and a good bite of acid. As good as many more expensive wines, but Gallo's economies of scale keep the price modest.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,France,,,17,87,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Bertagna 1998  Marsannay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-marsannay-21451/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
14,Red,Italy,"Very oceany aromas of seaweed and saltwater. The flavors are of burnt match, ash and vanilla. Perhaps a bit too much toasted oak. There are some red cherry fruits that fight their way through. Tannins on the finish are a little gritty. Give this one some time to see if it comes around.",Parussi,65,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Conterno Fantino 1998 Parussi  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-1998-parussi-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Conterno Fantino
,Red,Spain,"The Best Buy of the year? The price is unbelievable for what you get: bright, crunchy Grenache fruit that overflows the glass with ripe cherries, capped off by a hint of white pepper on the finish. It's fresh, it's bouncy and it's a bit rambunctious in its exuberant youth—perfect with assertively seasoned hamburgers or meatloaf.",Old Vines,6,88,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Viña Alarba 2001 Old Vines Grenache (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-alarba-2001-old-vines-grenache-catalonia/,Grenache,2001,Viña Alarba
,Red,US,"A single vineyard wine that's dark and rich and high in alcohol, but manages to hang onto balance and harmony. It brims with blackcurranty, plummy fruit and a green, minty note that adds an herbal interest. The dryish aftertaste lasts for a long time.",Jensen Lane,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tin Barn 2000 Jensen Lane Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-barn-2000-jensen-lane-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Tin Barn
14,White,New Zealand,"No wood to interfere with the bright, citrusy flavors of this polished wine, although sur lies aging provides rich, creamy complexities. Dry and balanced, this is a versatile wine for the table.",,13,88,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Spy Valley
,Red,Greece,"Vibrant cherry and blueberry aromas are wrapped in understated tobacco, toasted coconut, macerated fruit and caramel. Solid tannins lend structure to the rounded and rich flavors.",Epilegmenos Reserve,13,88,Rapsani,,,Tsantali 1997 Epilegmenos Reserve Red (Rapsani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tsantali-1997-epilegmenos-reserve-red-rapsani/,Red Blend,1997,Tsantali
13,Red,Italy,"A three-vineyard Nebbiolo blend (hence the name), which the winery calls “New World” because of the extra fruit and oak. But it's certainly not fruity or oaky from a New World perspective. It's earth, tomato, mushroom and tannin, and the acids are bitter. It needs time, lots of it.",Tre Vigne,40,88,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 1997 Tre Vigne  (Gattinara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-1997-tre-vigne-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,1997,Travaglini
13,Red,Spain,"This wine offers tumbleweed and leather saddle aromas, and flavors of strawberry jam. The fruit-to-acid balance is good; overall, a soft, interesting and enjoyable wine.",Crianza,10,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Arienzo 1998 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-arienzo-1998-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Marques de Arienzo
,Red,US,"Starts off with smoke, toast, chocolate, anise and herb aromas. Pretty cherry, blackberry, sage and licorice flavors follow, and the tannins are robust.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1999 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1999-monte-rosso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Louis M. Martini
,White,Italy,,Pinot & Toi,11,88,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2001 Pinot & Toi White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2001-pinot-toi-white-veneto/,White Blend,2001,Maculan
13,Red,Spain,"Char, dried earth, potpourri and stewy fruit aromas are followed by flavors of blueberry, strawberry and a faint whiff of pastry. Displays good balance of acid, fruit and tannins, but lacks richness.",Tinto,13,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montegaredo 1999 Tinto  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montegaredo-1999-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Montegaredo
,White,US,,Late Harvest,13,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Firestone 2001 Late Harvest Riesling (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2001-late-harvest-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Riesling,2001,Firestone
,White,New Zealand,"This round, lush wine has a great deal of charm. There's a fair amount of residual sugar to balance out the intense acidity, and the apple and peach flavors are profoundly rich. This is a very satisfying wine, juicy and delicious.",,19,88,Marlborough,,,Forrest Estate 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-estate-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Forrest Estate
,Red,Italy,"The tiny, 2.4-acre vineyard of Casa Nere in La Morra has produced a wine with dominant rustic characteristics from its high alcohol (14.6%). Under these almost heady aromas there is also sweet, open fruit with firm, dry tannins and toasty wood flavors. Dry wood comes through on the finish, along with flavors of black cherries.",Casa Nere,60,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Enzo Boglietti 1998 Casa Nere Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-1998-casa-nere-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Enzo Boglietti
,Red,France,,,10,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Supérieur,,Château Ducla 2000  Bordeaux Supérieur,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducla-2000-red-superieur/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château Ducla
13.5,Red,Italy,"Some mineral and smoke aromas carry a hint of hay or grass. The palate is tight knit, with the full allotment of cherry and red currant flavors. The finish is properly smoky and tight, with ample tannins. Nuances of dried cherries, cinnamon and tea add character. Give it until 2005.",Sori Paolin,56,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Cascina Luisin 1998 Sori Paolin  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-luisin-1998-sori-paolin-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Cascina Luisin
14,Red,Italy,"The tannins are full and aggressive. Flavors of Bing cherry, toast and tar lead to a finish that does not have the fruit or complexity to hold up to the tannins, which will outlive everything else.",Pernanno,57,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Bongiovanni 1998 Pernanno  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bongiovanni-1998-pernanno-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Cascina Bongiovanni
,White,New Zealand,"This crisp, zingy Sauvignon Blanc displays classic aromas and flavors of green apple, lime peel and gooseberry. It's a food-friendly wine whose tart acidity will support a wide range of poultry, cheeses and grilled veggies. The pretty finish is long and spicy.",,,88,Marlborough,,,Dashwood 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashwood-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Dashwood
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Eight months in French and American oak has left a strong barrel influence on this wine, which features a heavily charred nose before a palate of cassis, cherry and rhubarb. The oak is powerful toward the end, manifesting itself in the flavors of molasses and coffee. A sturdy structure and a solid core of fruit are the high points.",,11,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cabrini 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabrini-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Cabrini
,Red,US,"How has one of California's oldest vineyard-designated Cabs kept its price so low? The winery, owned by Korbel's Heck family, has maintained the wine's hallmarks of upfront fruit, complexity and early drinkability. The wine doesn't have the depth you'd expect from a '99, but it's very elegant and drinkable.",Jack London,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1999 Jack London Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-jack-london-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Kenwood
13.5,Red,Spain,"Pretty aromas of cherry, leather and baking spices lead into a sturdy, structured palate featuring dark plum and bitter chocolate flavors. The finish is hard and a bit tannic, but in a way that indicates there's a good foundation for aging. Cherry and cola are the lasting flavor impressions. Drink now or hold for a year or two.",Azul,13,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Arlanza,,Guelbenzu 2000 Azul Red (Ribera del Arlanza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-2000-azul-red-ribera-arlanza/,Red Blend,2000,Guelbenzu
,Red,Australia,"This Reserve Shiraz is worth seeking out for its own reasons, though it isn't quite as subtle as the Frankland River offering. Smoldering oak and mixed berry fruit aromas are warmed up by some bacon and maple notes; it's bouncy and big in the mouth, with mixed berry fruit and vanilla flavors. Finishes dry, with herb and metallic hints, and some ripe tannins.",Reserve,20,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek,,James Estate 2000 Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale-Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,2000,James Estate
14.6,Red,US,"Full and musclebound, with licorice and leather notes to the nose. The palate is juicy and bright, featuring ample berry fruit and notes of chocolate. The finish is all fruit and little subtlety, hardly different from blackberry jam. Overall this is a creamy mouthful of  wine.",Laird Family Estate,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Laird 1999 Laird Family Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-1999-family-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Laird
,Red,New Zealand,"A clean wine that pushes acidity front and center to play a starring role. The flavors are international Pinot Noir, with red raspberry or cherry, beetroot and crushed hard spice, and that silky mouthfeel that comes with light tannins. It's addictively drinkable, yet could have more depth and substance.",,26,88,Marlborough,,,Palliser Estate 2000 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2000-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Palliser Estate
,Red,US,"Very good, not great Zinfandel. Makes all the right moves, with spicy, peppery berry fruit, dry, thick tannins, good acidity and a nice roundness from oak that does not overpower. Offers plenty of pleasure, and finishes with a bite of acidity. Could use more depth, though.",Porter-Bass Vineyard,18,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,McIlroy 1998 Porter-Bass Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcilroy-1998-porter-bass-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,McIlroy
,White,New Zealand,"Near-perfect balance, with a modest 13.5% alcohol, residual sugar of 3.5g/L, and crisp acids. Add citrus and peach flavors and a long, clean finish, and you've got a heck of a nice wine.",,18,88,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2001 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2001,Nautilus
,White,Greece,"A seductive nose of nectarine, quince and apricots. The mouthfeel is balanced, with high acidity and dried figs and plums.",Grand Cru Vin Doux Naturel,10,88,Samos,,,Samos 2000 Grand Cru Vin Doux Naturel White (Samos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/samos-2000-grand-cru-vin-doux-naturel-white-samos/,White Blend,2000,Samos
13,Red,France,"A lot of char, toast and vanilla identify the nose. Then come flavors of bright cherry, earth and a touch of soy. The finish is velvety with warm, subtle tannins that linger on the palate.",,55,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Régnard 1999  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regnard-1999-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1999,Régnard
,Dessert,Austria,"Attractive aromas of ripe white peaches with a touch of dry honey make this wine very enticing. Although this is sweet, the sweetness is restrained by flavors of star fruit and high acidity in combination with a layer of dryness.",Ausbruch,38,88,Neusiedlersee,,,Stefan Hoffman 1999 Ausbruch Chardonnay (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefan-hoffman-1999-ausbruch-chardonnay-neusiedlersee/,Chardonnay,1999,Stefan Hoffman
,Red,Italy,"This elegant Lazarito Barolo has attractive aromas of ripe, tarry fruit and truffles. The palate has dry tannins, which overlay dark plums and figs. The fine, pure acidity gives it a sense of balance.",Lazzarito,84,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vietti 1998 Lazzarito Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1998-lazzarito-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Vietti
,White,New Zealand,"Very forward and ripe, offering a blast of citrus and riper notes of quince and passionfruit. The spicy lemon and cinnamon flavors are complemented by high acidity.",,14,88,Marlborough,,,Selaks 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Selaks
,Red,France,,,9,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Saint Gayan 2000 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gayan-2000-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine Saint Gayan
,White,New Zealand,"A nice, all-around sipping wine. Strikes a middle path, with well-ripened apple and citrus fruit flavors and crisp acidity, and just a touch of balancing sweetness. This versatile wine is wonderful now in its expressive youth.",Reserve,15,88,Marlborough,,,Coopers Creek 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Coopers Creek
,Red,Spain,"Made from the Tempranillo grape, this wine can serve as a graduate seminar in how a wine doesn't have to be fruity to be interesting and even complex. Aromas and flavors of earth, leather and herbs are austere, while high acidity and dusty tannins give it structure and   depth. Very dry, it's a superb wine for paella.",Crianza,9,88,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Condesa de Leganza 1998 Crianza Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-leganza-1998-crianza-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,1998,Condesa de Leganza
20.1,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Something as syrupy and rich as this —and also packed with dark bitter chocolate and espresso—is like dessert. A lot of thick, sticky plum fruit precedes an equally thick finish. A tad clumsy, but packed with flavor. Give it time.",Quinta dos Canais,50,88,Douro,,,Cockburn's 1998 Quinta dos Canais Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-1998-quinta-canais-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1998,Cockburn's
,Red,US,"This is happy Zin. Everything about it is bright, polished, expansive, easy and fun. It defines Zin's briary, brambly berry-and-spice character, and the texture is smooth and juicy. It's not a dense, heavy wine, but light and airy, and just delicious.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 2000 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Geyser Peak
,Rose,France,,,10,88,France Other,Crémant de Jura Rosé,,Frédéric Lornet NV Rosé (Crémant de Jura Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frederic-lornet-nv-rose-cremant-jura-rose/,Rosé,,Frédéric Lornet
12.5,Red,Argentina,"The extraction on this wine is just right, and there's a nice black plum, cherry and coffee character. But the nose is marred by a strong hint of wet dog that reared up on two different samples. Without that strange aroma, this wine might even rate higher. Even with it, the wine shows restraint, balance and style.",Lazzaro Coleccion Familia,12,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca del Valle 2000 Lazzaro Coleccion Familia Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-valle-2000-lazzaro-coleccion-familia-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Finca del Valle
14.2,Red,US,"A soft, gentle wine that slides down like velvet. The pleasant blackberry and currant flavors are very dry. Fairly rugged tannins kick in on the short finish.",Drummond Vineyard - Estate Bottled,27,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Drummond Vineyard - Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-drummond-vineyard-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kunde
19.4,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The earthy nose is a little mute, but the maturing palate is rich and full of softening black fruit. The wine is now coming into its own, and while it lacks the complexity and punch of a great Port, it has plenty going on in its favor, including layers of spice and sweetness on the finish. Will be at its best in 3–4 years.",Quinta da Ervamoira,45,88,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 1994 Quinta da Ervamoira Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-1994-quinta-ervamoira-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1994,Ramos-Pinto
,Red,France,"An attractively perfumed wine, with aromas of bold charming fruit. Fruit flavors dominate the palate, showing ripe red fruits and dark cherries. Buried deep inside the wine are some tannins and dryness.",,39,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Joseph Drouhin 2000  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-2000-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Drouhin
13.5,Red,Italy,"First up is a hint of citrus peel to the cherry driven nose. The fruit on the palate is light and clean, emphasizing red plum and dried cherry. Some earth and cola appear on the modest, astringent finish. Overall it's expectedly tight, but it's of good quality and offers some fine Piedmontese qualities.",Asij,44,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1998 Asij  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-asij-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
,Red,US,"This winery's reserve Merlot is richer than the regular release, and from a better vintage. It's marked by blackberry flavors edged with earth, notable oak and dry, distinguished tannins. It's a young wine, a little rough now. The winemaker suggests aging for 10 years, which may be pushing it.",Reserve,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 1999 Reserve Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-1999-reserve-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1999,Sunstone
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Veteran winemaker Alan McCorkindale has his own label, sourced largely from the same vineyard, so he knows these grapes. The resulting wine is crisp and refreshing for a Gewürz, a variety that can often get overblown. Peppery, floral scents mingle with green apples, moving smoothly into pineapple, peach and pear fruit flavors. Minty-fresh greens emerge to play a leading role on the long, clean finish. The winery takes its name from a nearby electronic communications interception station, locally nicknamed “Spybase.”",,12,88,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2001 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2001-gewurztraminer-marlborough-22984/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Spy Valley
13.5,Red,US,"Opening aromas range from well-ripened blackberry fruit to leaner, herbal notes of peat, green olive and dried leaves. Vanilla, caramel and smoke are contributed by oak. Feels creamy and dense in the mouth, with solid tannins, and finishes long, with a trace of bitterness.",Spottswoode Estate Vineyard,80,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spottswoode 1999 Spottswoode Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spottswoode-1999-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Spottswoode
,Red,Italy,,Poggio Bidini,9,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2001 Poggio Bidini Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2001-poggio-bidini-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2001,Valle dell'Acate
,Red,US,"A bright-edged wine with an herbal kick that's followed by blackberry, cassis and licorice notes. Tannins are firm yet soft.",,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Silverado
13.5,Red,US,"This is a good wine that just misses the big leagues. It makes all the right moves, with posh, cherry-infused Merlot flavors nicely balanced by Cabernet's stronger, more structured blackberry profile. The tannins are fine, and there's some fancy oak framing them. But bitterness in the finish and a midpalate thinness bring it down a notch.",Alluvium,30,88,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1998 Alluvium Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-alluvium-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Red Blend,1998,Beringer
,Red,France,,,,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-frederic-mugnier-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier
,Red,France,"A wine with a bright purple color and aromas of red fruits. It is poised and elegant in style, with some good acidity to balance. Firm tannins round it off.",Les Véroilles,,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Fougeray de Beauclair 2000 Les Véroilles  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-fougeray-beauclair-2000-veroilles-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Fougeray de Beauclair
13.5,Red,US,"Darkly colored, brimming with blackberry aromas and oak that hits you across the head. It's new and well charred, with caramel scents. Tannins are thick and rather aggressive. Ambitious Monterey vintners continue to push against Napa. A wine like this advances the cause, but also shows how much remains to be done.",Estate,22,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Château Julien
11.5,White,Greece,"Wildflowers, roses, apricots and peaches leap out of the glass. Lively acidity, with fruit dominating the palate. A little yeasty, with lingering floral notes.",,12,88,Mantinia,,,Boutari 2001 Moschofilero (Mantinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2001-greek-white-moschofilero-mantinia/,Moschofilero,2001,Boutari
,Red,Italy,"A rustic style of Barolo from the six-acre Prapò vineyard. Farmyard aromas show through on the palate with soft fruit and flavors of bacon and acidity. It is certainly a distinctive style with a good sense of elegance and presence, but the flavors make it somewhat unusual.",Bricco Rocche Prapo Barolo,90,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 1998 Bricco Rocche Prapo Barolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-bricco-rocche-prapo-barolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
,Red,Italy,"Solid and tight. Leathery and a touch sour at first, it opens to show handsome licorice, black chocolate and creamy oak elements. Even on the palate, this closes long, dark and dry with substantial tannins. Drink 2004–2010.",,50,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ca'Romè 1998  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-1998-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ca'Romè
,White,Austria,"The Wohlmuths make classic Styrian Sauvignon Blanc, with a balance between ripe tropical fruit and crispness. You'll find herbs and spices, and just a touch of wood from the 25% new barriques.",Summus,20,88,Südsteiermark,,,Wohlmuth 2001 Summus Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2001-summus-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Wohlmuth
,Rose,US,"Just what I think of in Sonoma Zin, a ripely fruity wine with bright blackberry, black cherry and pepper flavors. It's very dry, with a slightly rough edge of country tannins. Alexander Valley provides the soft acidity and velvety mouthfeel. This easy-drinking wine will support everything from roast salmon to baby-back ribs.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,White Oak 2000 Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,White Oak
13,White,New Zealand,"Young, fresh and still a bit sulfury, it has pretty apple and citrus aromas and flavors. Polished and supple, it's a strongly-flavored wine with penetrating acidity and a dry finish. This tart, crisp, flavorful wine is exciting and completely refreshing.",,14,88,Marlborough,,,Framingham 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/framingham-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Framingham
13.6,White,US,"With 60% Alexander Valley fruit contributing distinct melon, pear and grapefruit aromas and flavors, the usually grassy, herbal qualities of the remaining 40% Dry Creek Valley fruit offer only a pleasant hint of green pea. This easy-drinking wine has a medium-weight body and a short, lime-tinged finish.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2001 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2001-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Ferrari-Carano
,White,Austria,"The initial aroma is curiously farmyardy and rustic. The palate, though, is fresher, with attractive fruit flavors along with sweetness and a touch of tropical fruit. The finish is sweet but balanced by good acidity.",Ruster Ausbruch,50,88,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 1999 Ruster Ausbruch Welschriesling (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-1999-ruster-ausbruch-other-white-welschriesling-burgenland/,Welschriesling,1999,Feiler-Artinger
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The full-force nose is redolent of lavender, cinnamon, leather and fresh black plums. Similar chewy plum fruit carries the palate, which is undoubtedly more fruity than it is dark. The vivacious finish has full tannins and plenty of verve. This is the type of wine that just flows down the pipe.",Reserva,13,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Familia Cassone 1999 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/familia-cassone-1999-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Familia Cassone
,Red,France,"Aromas of roses and hedgerow fruits make this an attractive wine. To taste, it is savory, with ripe fruits that are balanced by solid tannins. A layer of dryness suggests this could age—give it five years before opening.",Premier Cru,49,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Henri de Villamont 1999 Premier Cru  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-villamont-1999-premier-cru-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Henri de Villamont
,White,New Zealand,"Very fruity and forward, with powerful flavors of lime, citrus, gooseberry and oriental spices. The acidity is irresistibly refreshing. Bright and focused, it's a standup dry white wine of distinction.",,11,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2002-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Matua Valley
13,Red,Spain,"Bay leaf, dried spices and violet aromas lead to juicy blackberry and unsweetened cocoa flavors. Despite the bright tannins and mellow acidity, this wine lacks a bit of weight at midpalate.",Crianza,19,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montegaredo 1999 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montegaredo-1999-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Montegaredo
,Red,US,,Sangiacomo Vineyard,16,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Richardson 2000 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/richardson-2000-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Richardson
,White,France,,,9,88,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Domaine de la Batardiere 2000  Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-batardiere-2000-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2000,Domaine de la Batardiere
,Red,France,"Importer Eric Solomon has been bringing this perennial winner to the States from the co-op in the village of Estézargues for a number of years. The 2000, a blend of 70% Syrah and 30% Grenache, is a luscious mélange of baked cherries and earthy spice. The bold, slightly rustic flavors would make a perfect foil to a hearty lamb stew this winter.",Vieilles Vignes,11,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine d'Andezon 2000 Vieilles Vignes Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-dandezon-2000-vieilles-vignes-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine d'Andezon
,Red,US,"In the absence of official regulations regarding the use of the term “old vines,” St. Francis insists on 50 or more years of age. These vines run closer to 80. The wine is concentrated and dense, with spicy berry flavors. It's dry and balanced. Acids are soft.",Old Vines,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1999 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1999-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,St. Francis
13,Red,France,"Big and sappy, this wine is filled with ripe berry flavors, and is very fresh and jammy. It also has some sturdy tannins and mouthwatering acids. It's a big Beaujolais but also a gentle one, easy to sip and a good, dry companion for French onion soup.",Chateau de Bellevue,16,88,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Louis Jadot 2000 Chateau de Bellevue  (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2000-chateau-bellevue-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2000,Louis Jadot
,White,Austria,"Fresh fruit, with light green-apple flavors and a  refreshing streak of acidity give this wine lightness and poise. It shows the easy, simple side of Grüner Veltliner to great effect.",Altheiligenstiftung Gruner Ventliner,17,88,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2001 Altheiligenstiftung Gruner Ventliner Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2001-altheiligenstiftung-gruner-ventliner-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Schloss Gobelsburg
14,Red,Italy,"An array of stimulating aromas of tar, dill and salinity. The flavors are beefy—like dried meats with a touch of steak sauce. The mouthfeel is juicy; the finish tart. Try with grilled meats.",,23,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Villadoria 1997  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villadoria-1997-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Villadoria
,Rose,US,"The wine is purple in color, the aromas are   big and jammy, and the flavors are youthful, suggesting freshly crushed blueberries, blackberries, cherries, black pepper and tobacco. That tells you what kind of Zin this is: Mountain Zin, brawny and bold. Thankfully, it is dry and has no residual sugar.",The First Hurrah,25,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Storybook Mountain 2000 The First Hurrah Zinfandel (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2000-first-hurrah-zinfandel-napa-atlas-peak/,Zinfandel,2000,Storybook Mountain
19.4,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This spunky Port offers just what it advertises: vintage character. It's a robust confection, for sure. Candied black cherry fruit dominates, with a moderate amount of chocolate and coffee on the broad, bold finish. There's heat and acidity along the way, making for a potent, powerful drink.",Urtiga - Vintage Character,16,88,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Urtiga - Vintage Character  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-urtiga-vintage-character-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto
12.4,Red,Israel,"Opens with toasted vanilla, plum, spice and tobacco aromas. Fresh, ripe, jammy berry flavors. Although a little short on the finish, this is a charming, well-rounded wine with soft tannins.",Baron,12,88,Judean Hills,,,Tishbi Estate 2000 Baron Cabernet Sauvignon (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tishbi-estate-2000-baron-cabernet-sauvignon-judean-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tishbi Estate
,Red,US,"Plush and velvety, with a core of black cherry and herbs couched in firm, powdery tannins. Anise, chocolate and coffee flavors finish nicely here.",,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rockledge Vineyards 2000 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockledge-2000-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Rockledge Vineyards
13.8,Red,US,,Madrone Ranch,46,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1998 Madrone Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-madrone-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Sebastiani
14.9,Red,US,"Appreciate this wine for what it is: magnificently distinct, a wine that stands on its own.  Dry and earthy, not too alcoholic, it's quintessential Sierra Zin. It's almost your patriotic duty to respect it. —",Cougar Hill,17,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2000 Cougar Hill Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2000-cougar-hill-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Sobon Estate
,White,Austria,"A taut, vibrant wine with green fruits and immediate acidity on the nose. The palate is crisp, with fresh fruit flavors along with some spicy wood. The aftertaste is completely refreshing.",Premium Reserve Trocken Gruner Ventliner,18,88,Neusiedlersee,,,Leoplold & Silvane Sommer 2001 Premium Reserve Trocken Gruner Ventliner Grüner Veltliner (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leoplold-silvane-sommer-2001-premium-reserve-trocken-gruner-ventliner-gruner-veltliner-neusiedlersee/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Leoplold & Silvane Sommer
,White,New Zealand,"Ultrarich and creamy, with an abundance of fruity flavors that are powerfully extracted and bold. Despite the size, you'll find lovely balance and finesse. The mealy taste of lees shows up in the rich finish.",Icon Series,19,88,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2000 Icon Series Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2000-icon-series-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Nobilo
,Red,France,"New wood dominates the nose of this wine; which offers ripe vanilla aromas and modern fruit. Flavors of dried fruit, toasty tannins and dryness at the end. A rich wine, dominated by the wood at this stage, but it should soften and ripen over the next 2–3 years. —R.V.",Edition Limitee,17,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vins Skalli 2000 Edition Limitee Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-skalli-2000-edition-limitee-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2000,Les Vins Skalli
14.3,Red,US,"Inky-dark, a big, thick wine that erupts with white pepper and tobacco aromas, and is quite tannic at the moment. There's some good blackberry fruit way down deep. The wine is very dry and well made, with a refined mouthfeel. It demands rich foods like spicy lamb.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 2000 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,2000,Firestone
12.5,Red,Spain,,Roble,14,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Hermanos Sastre 2000 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermanos-sastre-2000-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Hermanos Sastre
,Dessert,Austria,"Aromas of acidity and sweet fruits are immediately appealing. On the palate, there is a level of tension between tannins, sweetness and acidity that gives it great attraction. It lacks complexity, but is delicious.",Beerenauslese Samling 88,35,88,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 1999 Beerenauslese Samling 88 White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-1999-beerenauslese-samling-88-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,1999,Helmut Lang
,Red,US,"Bradford Mountain is in Dry Creek Valley. The wine is tough and young, but very good. With its brambly, peppery flavors and sturdy tannins, it could easily be mistaken for Zinfandel. Don't hold that against it. Enjoy it for its lusty, zesty self.",Bradford Mountain,24,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Hawley 1999 Bradford Mountain Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawley-1999-bradford-mountain-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1999,Hawley
,Red,France,"Quite a light colored wine. There are aromas of pure strawberry fruits with a layer of acidity. The palate has firm, dry tannins, but underneath there are delicious, pure ripe fruits. It is still very young, but this could develop to become an attractive wine, if old-fashioned in style.",,35,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Confuron-Cotetidot 2000  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-confuron-cotetidot-2000-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Confuron-Cotetidot
,Red,France,"Confuron-Cotetidot was one of the pioneers of cold maceration before fermentation, giving extra color and extract to the wine. Intensely powerful coffee flavors and dry tannins support black fruits and just a touch of orange zest. Wood and fruit tannins are dry but generous, suggesting that this wine has good aging ability.",,35,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Domaine Confuron-Cotetidot 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-confuron-cotetidot-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Confuron-Cotetidot
,Red,France,"This value-oriented appellation delivers the goods. Sweetly fruity without a hint of overripeness, the wine is soft and friendly, with good persistence through the finish and clean, true Pinot fruit.",Savigny les Beaune,25,88,Burgundy,Savigny-lès-Beaune,,Domaine Marechal-Caillot 1999 Savigny les Beaune  (Savigny-lès-Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marechal-caillot-1999-savigny-beaune-pinot-noir-savigny-beaune/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Marechal-Caillot
,Red,France,"This lovely wine is rich in color, inviting in its blueberry/raspberry scented nose and balanced throughout. Lively fruit is joined by subtle hints of mocha and cocoa, and it makes for an appealing, youthful wine that, nonetheless, has some years ahead of it.",Ladoix - Cote de Beaune,18,88,Burgundy,Ladoix,,Domaine Marechal-Caillot 1999 Ladoix - Cote de Beaune  (Ladoix),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-marechal-caillot-1999-ladoix-cote-beaune-pinot-noir-ladoix/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Marechal-Caillot
13,Red,US,"The first impression is a bit strange; there are some milky notes to the nose that don't really work. But with time that evaporates and what's left is a typically sweet Napa Cab with tons of cassis, black cherry and coffee flavors. On the downside, a buttery, oaky note might be offputting to some.",Reserve,90,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chimney Rock
14,Red,US,"Aromas of dried earth, wet stone and chocolate prep you for the flavors of fresh plums, chocolate and cedar. The mouthfeel is rich and the tannins finish like a fine emery board.",,45,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chimney Rock
,Red,US,"Sort of a junior Cain Five, a Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc blend with a dash of Syrah. Very rich and provocative. There's a ton of lush cassis fruit but even with just 5 percent Syrah, a strong white pepper note, and even a little bit of leather. Very dry, pretty oaky, with the best tannins money can buy, this wine has elegance and finesse. What it needs is substance.",Concept,46,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 1999 Concept Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-1999-concept-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Cain
13.3,Red,US,"Lots of value for the money here. Deep and rich, with a fairly complex structure and depth. The flavors veer between dark stone fruits and earthy herbs and tobacco. It's balanced, soft and supple, a tremendously versatile full-bodied table wine.",,9,88,California,California Other,California,Buena Vista 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Buena Vista
12.5,White,Greece,"This barrel-fermented Assyrtiko shows hints of toasty oak, minerality and honeysuckle on the nose, and flavors of preserved lemons. Mouthwatering acidity with a touch of salinity. Great structure, with baked sourdough notes. A wonderful marriage of fruit and oak, to drink with full flavored fish dishes.",,15,88,Cyclades,,,Boutari 2001 Assyrtico (Cyclades),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-2001-greek-white-assyrtico-cyclades/,Assyrtico,2001,Boutari
,Red,France,"A fresh, generous wine, with soft fruits, good acidity and some fine strawberry flavors and a layer of dry tannins. It may not be complex, but it is finely made, with good fruit at the end.",,45,88,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
13.5,Red,Italy,"The Rapet is much softer than the Vigna Cerretta, with aromas of tomato and burnt match. Flavors of plum skin and char are satisfying and straightforward. The wine finishes soft; it's a nice simple Barolo.",Rapet - Romano Morengo,59,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ca'Romè 1998 Rapet - Romano Morengo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carome-1998-rapet-romano-morengo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ca'Romè
,Red,US,"The media has dissed this vintage, but here's a wine that makes lemonade from lemons. It's not a blockbuster and the fruit is sparse, but the winemaking is fine. It tastes elegant and upscale, a sleek, fairly tannic and acidic wine that possesses the ineffable quality of taste.",,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 1998 Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-1998-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,1998,Thomas Fogarty
,Rose,US,"This barrel selection is intense and ripe. You can taste the sunshine in the blackberry, boysenberry and blueberry flavors, and the winemaker has wisely made the wine dry and balanced. It possesses Zin's ineffably wild and rugged character, but big meats, such as roast lamb or barbecued ribs, will create the ideal marriage.",Reserve,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 1999 Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-1999-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Storybook Mountain
13.5,Red,Argentina,"One look at the deep purple color followed by a sniff of the robust nose and you know that this Malbec is the real thing. Huge cassis and black cherry flavors stand sentry on the black fruit palate. The finish is equally dark and wonderfully rich, emphasizing yet more cassis as well as espresso. It's pure and clean, chewy and big, but not thick.",,13,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Valentín Bianchi
19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Grapey and full up front, with a palate of candied red and black fruits and loads of smooth dark chocolate. Sure, it's a little overt and it wouldn't hurt from a booster shot of complexity, but it's neither thick nor cloying, and it is almost certain to go down easily.",LBV,19,89,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto 1996 LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-1996-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1996,Ramos-Pinto
14.5,Red,US,"Here's one of the most serious bids in the Sierras for a Cabernet that rivals coastal versions. It comes close. Pretty flavors of currants and blackberries, a nice overlay of fancy oak and soft, intricate tannins are a pleasure in the mouth. It needs more depth and finesse, but this is a wine to watch.",Reserve,25,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Ironstone
,Red,Austria,"An easy-to-drink wine, dominated by aromas of juicy, sweet red fruits. There are firm tannins and some wood flavors but always sweet fruit underneath. A fruity, forward wine with some dry tannins at the end.",Barrique Blaufrankisch,15,88,Neusiedlersee,,,Weinkellerei Tiedl 1999 Barrique Blaufrankisch Blaufränkisch (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinkellerei-tiedl-1999-barrique-blaufrankisch-other-red-blaufrankisch-neusiedlersee/,Blaufränkisch,1999,Weinkellerei Tiedl
13,Red,Spain,"Cassis, plum skin and cedar accent aromas of stone dust. The flavors are meaty, with blackberry and earth dominating. Rich and full of dark fruits but lacking in real depth, this is a very approachable wine that ought to be enjoyed now.",Estate Bottled,20,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Condado de Haza 1999 Estate Bottled  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condado-haza-1999-estate-bottled-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Condado de Haza
,Sparkling,Italy,,Cartizze,47,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Cartizze  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-cartizze-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
,White,Austria,"The intensely mineral, steely character of this wine is classic Wachau Grüner Veltliner. Hints of pepper, herbs and spice act as a foil to the acidic and almost granite-like character of the wine. This should age well over 5 years.",Domaine Wachau Achleiten Smaragd,27,88,Wachau,,,Freie Weingärtner Wachau 2001 Domaine Wachau Achleiten Smaragd Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freie-weingartner-wachau-2001-domaine-achleiten-smaragd-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Freie Weingärtner Wachau
13.4,Red,US,"This ripe Cabernet is a textbook example of the varietal in California. It oozes rich flavors of blackberries and cassis and sweet green olives, and is framed in oak. It's soft and velvety in the mouth.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Avila 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Avila
14,Red,Italy,"Solid and chunky, this wine is extra dry at this stage in its life. Tannins pile upon tannins, submerging the fruit flavors of strawberries and cherries as well as those of tobacco and spice. The aftertaste is slightly astringent, but if those tannins soften, it should be a serious long-term wine.",Moscani,76,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Bussia Soprana 1997 Moscani  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bussia-soprana-1997-moscani-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Bussia Soprana
,Red,US,"You can smell the hot country sun in the pruny, raisiny aromas and taste them in the mouth. The alcohol is a high 15.1%. Normally all this would be a recipe for disaster, but there's something likeable about this distinctly California, bone dry Zin. Despite the weirdness, it pulls it off.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2000 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2000-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Robert Hall
14,Red,Argentina,"The smoky, minty deep-berry nose is forward and expressive, even if it has a whiff of green to it. Rich black cherry and chocolate flavors are a bit candied, as if county fair cotton candy were added in. The finish is a simple, seamless continuation of the palate's flavors and feel. The body of this wine is full, the tannins somewhat coarse.",,14,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Valentín Bianchi 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Valentín Bianchi
,Red,Italy,"Despite a leafy, damp nose that takes forever to open, this wine has plenty to offer once you start drinking it. The palate is packed with raspberry, chocolate and buttery oak. Even more oak comes on late in the finish. Full and vital acidity keeps it vibrant, making it a fine wine for dinner.",Cantico della Crosia,23,88,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Vicara 1999 Cantico della Crosia Barbera (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicara-1999-cantico-della-crosia-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,1999,Vicara
,Red,US,"From the  eastern side of the appellation, a dark, tannic, dry wine stuffed with plump, fat blackberry fruit. It's youthful and forward, too sharp to enjoy now. Best to cellar for three years.",,34,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Eagle & Rose Estate
,Red,Italy,,Regaleali Rosso,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 2000 Regaleali Rosso Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-2000-regaleali-rosso-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2000,Tasca d'Almerita
,Red,France,,,12,86,Southwest France,Cahors,,Clos la Coutale 1999 Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-coutale-1999-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,1999,Clos la Coutale
13.5,Red,Spain,"Herbal aromas include everything from dill and tobacco to lima beans and earth. Leathery mouthfeel, with coffee and juicy cherries. Drink soon.",Palacio de Otazu - Crianza,16,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Otazu 1997 Palacio de Otazu - Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otazu-1997-palacio-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,1997,Otazu
,Red,US,"Smells exciting, with blackberry, tobacco and chocolate aromas and an elusive, spicy-earthy note, with nuances of vanilla and char from oak. In the mouth, it turns rather hot, although the flavors are delicious. If you don't mind high alcohol, this is a fine Sonoma Zin.",Home Ranch,30,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Seghesio 2000 Home Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2000-home-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Seghesio
13.8,Red,US,"From vineyards in the warmer southern part of the county, this is a dark, ripe wine that bursts with plum and blackberry flavors enlivened by oak. It's dry and sumptuous, with fine tannins. A raisiny note show up on the tart finish.",Estate Grown & Estate Bottled,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1999 Estate Grown & Estate Bottled Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1999-estate-grown-estate-bottled-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1999,Lockwood
14,White,South Africa,"Like Fleur du Cap's entry-level Chard, this one sees 100% barrel fermentation, but these barrels are all French. Woody peach-pit and white pepper notes envelope the yellow fruit flavors; it's creamy and medium-weight, and closes with nut and toast.",Unfilterted,15,86,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2001 Unfilterted Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2001-unfilterted-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2001,Fleur Du Cap
,Rose,US,"From Zin specialists, this fruity wine will appeal to those who like their Zins big and brawny. The wild berry flavors are dry, and the alcohol is a moderate 14.5%, sparing the wine from excessive heat. No raisins mar the balance. A tomatoey streak suggests barbecue sauce.",Eastern Exposures,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2000 Eastern Exposures Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2000-eastern-exposures-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Storybook Mountain
,White,Austria,"With its ripe acidity and green and perfumed fruit flavors, this wine is a little fat. A layer of boiled sweets spoils it at the end.",Ried Franzhauser Riesling,11,86,Donauland,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2001 Ried Franzhauser Riesling Riesling (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2001-ried-franzhauser-riesling-donauland/,Riesling,2001,Stift Klosterneuburg
,Rose,Spain,,,7,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2001 Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2001-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2001,Vega Sindoa
,Red,US,"Richly textured, though packing a burned-toast framework on the palate. Hints of cassis, blackberry and herb show through as well. Tangy on the finish.",,18,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Dynamite Vineyards 2000 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dynamite-2000-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,2000,Dynamite Vineyards
12.5,Red,Italy,"This wine makes an interesting contrast to the rest of the Coli line, which is otherwise very traditional in style. Pratale is a modern style, with a vibrant purple color and scents of cherries, cream and vanilla, backed up by tobacco and tea leaves on the finish.",Pratale,22,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Coli 1998 Pratale  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1998-pratale-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Coli
,Red,US,"The vines were planted in 1895. The wine is inky black, and even though the alcohol reads a moderate 14.5%, it seems hot and strong. Jammy fruit is intense. I find a bothering note of clove or sharp mint that may be the result of American oak, or of unripe grapes. Either way, it's a tart, knifelike stab that may mellow out with age.",Saitone Ranch,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Saitone Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-saitone-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,De Loach
12.5,Red,France,"Tasty, tangy and dark, with lively fruit-to-acid balance and vibrant tart-sweet raspberry flavors. Régnié only received cru status (allowed to bottle using the village name) about a decade ago, but the promotion was deserved. The wines have consistently performed on par with the best of the other communes. The smooth finish shows good length, herb, licorice and dark berry notes.",,9,86,Beaujolais,Régnié,,Georges Duboeuf 2001  Régnié,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2001-gamay-regnie/,Gamay,2001,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,US,"The bouquet is earthy, maybe bordering on funky. There just isn't much fruit to it. Beyond that, look for jammy berry flavors and plenty of oak, the latter of which is very strong on the tail end. The wine has spunk but it fails to distinguish itself among the wide world of California Zin contenders.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2000 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2000-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Frog's Leap
,Red,US,"Well-ripened, with pronounced cassis flavors. There are also notes of chocolate, cherries and sweetened espresso. Tannins are very soft, in the modern style, and the wine is dry, with O.K. acidity. Yet there's a one-dimensional simplicity to the structure. The flash is all on the surface.",Lupine Hill Vineyard,45,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 1999 Lupine Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-1999-lupine-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Frazier
14.2,Red,US,"This wine has a thin veneer of green herb and string bean. Further evaluation yields chocolate, apple peel, figs and bright cherry fruit. Closes a bit tight with char, pepper and some mint.",TreMonte,32,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 1999 TreMonte Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1999-tremonte-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1999,Ferrari-Carano
13,White,New Zealand,,Reserve,28,86,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 1999 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Wairau River
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,,Duas Quintas,12,86,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 2000 Duas Quintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-2000-duas-quintas-red-douro/,Red Blend,2000,Ramos-Pinto
13.8,Red,US,"Textbook Cabernet, with fresh and vibrant aromas of currants, black olives and blackberries, and an elaborate perfume of smoky oak. The flavors are similar and very long and extracted. It's kind of soft, and the palate yearns for more structure around all that flavor.",Estate Grown & Estate Bottled,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1999 Estate Grown & Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1999-estate-grown-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Lockwood
13,Red,Argentina,"That there are clear, unmistakable aromatics of smoked meats and violets could lead you into believing that this is Malbec, but it's not. Plum, cassis and chocolate flavors push it more toward traditional Merlot, as does the airy, round finish. The tannins are full and aggressive, yet the overall balance and depth are solid.",Colección Privada,16,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2000 Colección Privada Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2000-coleccion-privada-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2000,Navarro Correas
13.5,White,South Africa,"A tangy, palate-cleansing Sauvignon Blanc if ever there was one, this wine has a grapefruit, green herb and mineral core. It's as fresh and lively as if it were bottled yesterday. 15,000 cases produced.",,9,86,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2002-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Fleur Du Cap
12.5,Red,France,"Solid cru Beaujolais as it should be, with good Gamay fruit, tangy acidity and plenty of tart-sweet berry flavor accented by attractive herb notes. Medium-weight and even on the tongue, with a mild chalkiness, this has life and a bit of elegance. Closes dry, with surprisingly good length for an uncomplicated wine.",,12,86,Beaujolais,Juliénas,,Georges Duboeuf 2001  Juliénas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2001-gamay-julienas/,Gamay,2001,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,France,,Premieres,9,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Blaye,,Château La Croix de Guillot 2000 Premieres  (Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-croix-guillot-2000-premieres-red-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Château La Croix de Guillot
,Red,US,"Opens with unripe aromas of pepper and oregano, then turns extremely dry and tannic. There are some nicely developed blackberry flavors in the middle palate, but they're quickly drowned out by the tannins. Doesn't seem like it's going anywhere.",Adele's,100,86,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1998 Adele's Merlot (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1998-adeles-merlot-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Merlot,1998,Chalk Hill
,Rose,US,,,26,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 2000 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Collier Falls
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Raw and wild best describe this plum-packed sweetie, which has all the elements of the real thing, i.e., vintage Port, but not much style or polish. On the plus side, the finish isn't too hot or heavy, and overall it's fairly seamless.",Vintage Character,17,86,Douro,,,Churchill's NV Vintage Character Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-nv-vintage-character-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,,Churchill's
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This is an idiosyncratic Malbec that you will probably love or hate. Yet we found ourselves somewhat undecided. First off, it's sweet in the nose, barely different from Port. The beet, red plum and cassis flavors are forward but awkward, and overall it seems like a confection. Think chocolate-covered frozen bananas from the county fair.",,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Cabrini 2000 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cabrini-2000-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Cabrini
,Red,France,"There is a light hint of volatility in the nose, along with scents of cracker and cocoa. The fruit tastes of strawberries and cherries, and it is a delicate, rather frail wine, but nonetheless pleasant and nuanced.",,,86,Burgundy,Pommard,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 1999  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-1999-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
,Red,Austria,". Here is a hugely dark purple-colored wine, with aromas of strawberries and plums that give way to spicy flavors, dry tannins, bitter fruits and wood at the end. A young wine, firm, with great long-term potential.",Rotspon,28,86,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2000 Rotspon Red (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2000-rotspon-red-kamptal/,Red Blend,2000,Jurtschitsch
,Red,Austria,,Spatlese,,86,Mittelburgenland,,,Werner Duschanek 2000 Spatlese Pinot Noir (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/werner-duschanek-2000-spatlese-pinot-noir-mittelburgenland/,Pinot Noir,2000,Werner Duschanek
,Red,France,"For a grand cru in an excellent vintage this is a lightweight offering, with some initially pleasant scents of cherries and tar the best it has going for it. High-toned shellac is there as well, and once in the mouth it turns thin and tannic, with a short, tough finish.",,80,86,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Calvet 1999  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1999-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1999,Calvet
,Red,US,"Smells young and jammy, with newly-fermented aromas of black cherries and raspberries. Tastes like jam, too, oozing with ripe fruity-berry flavors. There's lots to like here, although the wine can't overcome its humble, country-cousin roots.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Mark Ridge 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-ridge-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Mark Ridge
13,Red,Spain,"Even and light on its feet, this tasty wine presents a cedar, meat and cocoa-tinged nose. Soft for a Rioja, it reflects perhaps the light 1997 vintage, but neatly avoids the underripe green notes evident in so many of the year's wines. One gripe: this lacks what I consider appropriate weight or substance for a wine designated Reserva. Forgiving that, it's truly drinkable, with black plum and tar notes on the palate, and a modest but flavorful finish.",Reserva,17,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 1997 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-1997-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Montecillo
,Red,US,"Juicy and ripe. You can taste the sun in every sip of the blackberry, blueberry and black cherry flavors. The wine is balanced and supple, maybe too soft, but that's nitpicking. It's Sierra-esque in its rugged, briary way.",,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Nevada City 1999 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nevada-city-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1999,Nevada City
,Red,Italy,,Col di Sasso,9,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2000 Col di Sasso Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2000-col-sasso-red-toscana/,Red Blend,2000,Banfi
,White,Austria,"A simple, tank-fermented Sauvignon Blanc with crisp, grassy fruit and herbaceous aromas. The flavor is ripe fruit, structured with a layer of tannin and grassiness. Gooseberries and tropical fruit vie for attention on the finish.",Classik Trocken,13,86,Südsteiermark,,,Adolf & Heinrich Fuchs 2001 Classik Trocken Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adolf-heinrich-fuchs-2001-classik-trocken-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Adolf & Heinrich Fuchs
,Red,US,"Firm textured, with smoky oak, black currant, licorice and herb highlights. Medium weight, medium length.",TreMonte,38,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 1999 TreMonte Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1999-tremonte-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,US,"Don't let the orangish rim color fool you. Aromas of cedar and mint followed by flavors of leather and cassis last on a dry, dark-earth finish. A lack of hangtime for the fruit made for a hard wine.",Tremonte,38,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 1998 Tremonte Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1998-tremonte-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Ferrari-Carano
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This clean, fresh, racy Malbec from the Catena family of wineries hails from an elevated section of Mendoza. The palate features zippy cherry and red plum fruit, while the finish is dry, properly oaky and smooth. The acid-driven fruit successfully fights through any overt wood or tannins, providing newcomers a nice introduction to Malbec.",,12,86,Other,Argentina,,Trumpeter 2000 Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2000-malbec-other/,Malbec,2000,Trumpeter
13.5,Red,Spain,"The bouquet smells young, what with all the creamy oak and rubber that pumps forth. The mouth is drier than expected; it offers far more herbal black fruit than round red fruit. The finish is firm and tannic, even a touch hot. And there's some herb and tomato character as well.",Atrium,14,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1999 Atrium Merlot (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1999-atrium-merlot-penedes/,Merlot,1999,Torres
,Red,Spain,"The rustic, leathery bouquet takes a while to open, and when it does it reveals an unfortunate whiff of green pepper. Despite that, the mouthfeel is wonderful, and there's some nice cassis in there, too. But the flavors that come across loudest and clearest are green tobacco and bell pepper.",Gran Coronas,19,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1998 Gran Coronas Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1998-gran-coronas-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Torres
13.4,Red,Argentina,"This bargain-priced wine from Valentin Bianchi offers proper licorice, spiced plum, bacon and bramble aromas along with meaty black cherry and plum flavors. It finishes only mildly tannic, with no holes. It's an easy yet rich wine, not a big-boned bruiser but one with substance.",Elsa,7,86,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 1999 Elsa Malbec,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-1999-elsa-malbec-san-rafael/,Malbec,1999,Valentín Bianchi
13,Red,France,"Sweet and dusty aromas of Bing cherries rise up from the glass, followed by a nice dose of fresh strawberry fruit. The mouth is properly acidic, so it seems juicy and ripe. While it's totally fruit-forward and young, the wine carries a mild but welcome dark edge and a hint of smoke. The mouthfeel is warm and substantial.",Les Grumières,12,86,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Mommessin 2001 Les Grumières  (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2001-grumieres-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2001,Mommessin
13,Red,Italy,"Quite fragrant, with aromas of blueberries and graham crackers. The flavors run toward the sweet side, emphasizing boysenberry and vanilla. The finish is tight more than expansive, with grapey flavors and notes of coffee. Overall it's pretty soft, without much edge.",,10,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Michele Chiarlo 2000  Barbera d'Asti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-2000-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,2000,Michele Chiarlo
12.5,Red,Spain,"Like any aged gran reserva worth its weight, this wine has tomato and vanilla aromas and some oxidization. But it remains largely fresh despite its maturity. Lean strawberry flavors grace the silky palate, which is trailed by a smooth and airy finish. The intensity has faded, but given the fact that it's 10+ years old, that should be expected.",Gran Reserva,16,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Estola 1991 Gran Reserva Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estola-1991-gran-reserva-red-mancha/,Red Blend,1991,Estola
12.5,Red,Spain,"Although the nose yields slightly oxidized aromas, the spicy cherry palate is lively and clean. For a young red table wine, it provides ample pop and length along with bright strawberry flavors. The balance in the mouth and finish is entirely correct.",Plata - Vino de la Tierra del bajo Aragon,6,86,Northern Spain,Bajo Aragon,,Casa Solar 1999 Plata - Vino de la Tierra del bajo Aragon Red (Bajo Aragon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-1999-plata-vino-tierra-bajo-aragon-red-bajo-aragon/,Red Blend,1999,Casa Solar
,Red,US,"Pretty much as classic as Sonoma Zin gets, with ripe, fruity wild berry flavors and a peppery taste in the mouth. Bone-dry with fine, rustic tannins, it's distinctive and individualistic, and not too alcoholic.",Heritage Clone,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 Heritage Clone Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-heritage-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.8,Red,Argentina,"This is a dark, heavily oaked wine, one that contains 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Syrah in addition to Malbec. The nose is less about fruit and more about wood, with sawdust aromas front and center. The plum and black currant fruit is masked by the heavy barrel influence, and the mouthfeel is heavy.",President's Blend,20,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2000 President's Blend Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2000-presidents-blend-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Don Miguel Gascón
14,Red,Italy,"This wine already seems mature. The color is fading and the aromas are dusty and raisiny. All in all it seems a bit ungenerous for a '97. The tannins are kind of starching and it lacks lushness. With all that said, if offers ample cherry, spice and plenty of tannic fodder for rich foods like osso buco or lamb shanks.",Vigna Elena,75,86,Piedmont,Barolo,,Azienda Agricola Cogno 1997 Vigna Elena  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agricola-cogno-1997-vigna-elena-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Azienda Agricola Cogno
12.5,Red,Argentina,"The rustic nose is leathery and a bit sulfuric, but it isn't unappealing. Nor is the bold cherry and cassis palate, which is touched up by some coffee. The finish is loaded with berry fruit. The only fault here is its depth: Everything positive is front and forward and there's nothing underneath. The blend is 55% Cabernet and 45% Tempranillo.",Finca la Celia,6,86,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Angaro 2001 Finca la Celia Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angaro-2001-finca-celia-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-uco-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2001,Angaro
14.1,Red,US,"When Beringer couldn't find Zin in Napa Valley at a decent price, they turned to this little-known appellation to the east. It's not bad. The grapes got ripe enough to produce Zin's briary, peppery flavors, but the wine has a roughness it can't overcome. These are mountain vineyards, at 2,300 feet, and the soils are volcanic, courtesy of the dormant volcano nearest to San Francisco.",,14,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Beringer 1998 Zinfandel (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Zinfandel,1998,Beringer
,Red,US,"There are some high-quality vineyards represented in this blend, which includes small amounts of grapes from Sonoma and Amador. It's a succulent and juicy wine. Big, bright jammy berry flavors drink young and assertive and dry, while alcohol and pepper create a bit of a sting through the finish. If you're looking for an inexpensive Zin to show off to foreigners, choose this one.",Barrel Select,12,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 1999 Barrel Select Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-barrel-select-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Fetzer
,White,Austria,"A fat style of Chardonnay, with creamy fruit on the nose and some acidity. Green, crisp, citrus fruit flavors and green plums contrast with a layer of fatness.",Classik Trocken,13,86,Südsteiermark,,,Adolf & Heinrich Fuchs 2001 Classik Trocken Chardonnay (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adolf-heinrich-fuchs-2001-classik-trocken-chardonnay-sudsteiermark/,Chardonnay,2001,Adolf & Heinrich Fuchs
,Red,France,"Earthy aromas, with ripe plums and bitter cherries give way on the palate to a rather lean wine, dominated by tannins that cover dry fruit. This could develop, but it seems to lack intensity of flavor.",,,86,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Château Génot-Boulanger 2000  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-genot-boulanger-2000-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Château Génot-Boulanger
13.5,Red,Israel,". The violet color and rich, supple aromas draw you in. Plum and other Merlot-like fruit shines on the racy, acid-rich palate. This is no softy, but it is still plush and deep enough to satisfy and maintain balance. Not a bad Levant red at all.",Yarden,23,86,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 1999 Yarden Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-1999-yarden-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,1999,Golan Heights Winery
,White,Austria,"Herbs and spices dominate this wine, with citrus on the nose and elegant fruit and a mineral character on the palate. Attractive and fresh.",Domaine Wachau Terrassen Federspeil,11,86,Wachau,,,Freie Weingärtner Wachau 2001 Domaine Wachau Terrassen Federspeil Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freie-weingartner-wachau-2001-domaine-terrassen-federspeil-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Freie Weingärtner Wachau
,White,Austria,,TBA Samling 88,,86,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 1999 TBA Samling 88 White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-1999-tba-samling-88-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,1999,Helmut Lang
,Red,France,"Despite its youth, the color of this wine is already beginning to verge on onion skin at the rim. Soft scents of plum, allspice, mace and cocoa make for a pleasant beginning. But there is little follow-through on the palate, and it finishes quite quickly, with fairly severe tannins.",Premier Cru - Les Grèves,34,86,Burgundy,Beaune,,Mommessin 2000 Premier Cru - Les Grèves  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2000-premier-cru-greves-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,2000,Mommessin
,Red,France,"Both color and scent suggest a wine with some stuffing; it is vertically structured, and still quite compact. The color and tannins and impression of alcohol in the finish reflect the power of the vintage, but at this point in time the fruit is not up to the challenge of the other components.",Premier Cru - Les Charmes,57,86,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Mommessin 2000 Premier Cru - Les Charmes  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2000-premier-cru-charmes-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,2000,Mommessin
13.5,Red,Spain,"This wine certainly has a full package of plum skin, caramel apple, steak, cassis and pleasing warm vegetal-herbal notes. Although short on depth, the finish shows well, with juicy plum flavors and integrated tannins.",Piramide Crianza,20,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Piramide 1999 Piramide Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piramide-1999-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1999,Piramide
,Red,France,"Scents of watermelon, strawberry and pale red fruits lead into a light-bodied wine with pleasant, simple flavors. There is a good silkiness to this wine, and though it is a lightweight, it has its charms.",Vielles Vignes,17,86,Burgundy,Volnay,,Nicolas Potel 2000 Vielles Vignes  (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2000-vielles-vignes-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2000,Nicolas Potel
14,White,Spain,"Milmanda is 100% Chardonnay from Catalonia, but this vintage is a touch flatter than previous years. The nose is nice, offering spring flowers, vanilla and nutmeg. The flavors lean toward tropical fruit, especially banana. The warm finish is where you first catch some spicy oak. Too bad it isn't more lively.",Milmanda,50,86,Catalonia,Conca de Barberà,,Torres 2000 Milmanda Chardonnay (Conca de Barberà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2000-milmanda-chardonnay-conca-barbera/,Chardonnay,2000,Torres
,Red,US,"They struggled mightily to find grapes that were ripe enough in this dismal vintage, and Sebastiani had to halve the number of cases produced. But this wine clears enough hurdles to be good. Black currant flavors, some juicy oak, pronounced tannins and very dry.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"A bright-toned red blend of Sangiovese, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Nebbiolo. Cherry, strawberry, citrus and herb are the cornerstones flavors. Tannins are mild, and the finish is zingy.",Insieme,16,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 1999 Insieme Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1999-insieme-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,1999,Martin & Weyrich
13.5,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is earthy, with aromas of bacon, wood, root beer and raisins. Conversely, the palate is fairly sharp, with a tart center of pie cherry and rhubarb. But the finish is open and airy, and as a whole this wine is solid and should work well with food.",,9,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Villadoria 1999  Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villadoria-1999-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,1999,Villadoria
13,Red,France,"Light-bodied and soft, this wine seduces with flavors of raspberries and sour cherries. Dry and tart, with a silky texture. The acid creates interesting heat and sting on the palate, which makes it a natural for food.",Domaine du Monnet,16,86,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Louis Jadot 2000 Domaine du Monnet  (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2000-domaine-monnet-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2000,Louis Jadot
,Red,US,"Good, richly dark color, but this isn't a big, fruity Zin. The aromas are white pepper and tobacco, and the wine drinks pretty herbaceous, although there are underlying flavors of blackberries. It's very dry, and needs big foods to wake it up.",Villa Adriana,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summers 2000 Villa Adriana Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-2000-villa-adriana-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Summers
,Red,Austria,,Ried Stiftsbreite Ausstich Sankt Laurent,,86,Thermenregion,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2000 Ried Stiftsbreite Ausstich Sankt Laurent Riesling (Thermenregion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2000-ried-stiftsbreite-ausstich-sankt-laurent-riesling-thermenregion/,Riesling,2000,Stift Klosterneuburg
15.6,Red,US,"Very different in character from the Zeni and Ciapusci bottlings, reflecting another terroir. From the slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains, a brambly, jammy wine with clove and tobacco notes, and a rough-and-tumble mouthfeel. Finishes a bit earthy and sharp. Contains 23% Syrah and Petite Sirah.",Eaglepoint Ranch,25,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Edmeades 1999 Eaglepoint Ranch Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1999-eaglepoint-ranch-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1999,Edmeades
13.5,Red,US,"A clean, well-made wine, with gentle but flashy new oak and good balance, and a modest 13.7% alcohol. However, the fruit is a bit thin in relation to the tannins, which coat the palate with numbing dust. It doesn't have the stuffing to age.",Private Reserve,17,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Windsor 1999 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1999-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Windsor
13,Red,France,"A dark and brooding nose shows depth, and in the mouth this has a smooth, appealing mouthfeel, a soft creaminess. There's also tart, tangy Gamay fruit and ample oak. This is svelte and appealing, with a wood-and-slightly-sour-fruit quality reminiscent of some modern Barberas. Perhaps an odd reference for Beaujolais, but that where it's at. Different stuff, with a unique appeal.",Côte du Py Vieilles Vignes,17,86,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Potel-Aviron 2000 Côte du Py Vieilles Vignes  (Morgon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potel-aviron-2000-cote-py-vieilles-vignes-gamay-morgon/,Gamay,2000,Potel-Aviron
14.9,Red,US,"From a pioneering Foothills Zin master, a boldly dynamic Zin that does a good job of taming the grape's wild character. Think of dressing a grizzled old mountain man in clothes from the Gap. The varietal's berry flavors are sharp and fresh, and it drinks a little tannic. It's a barbecue wine.",Fiddletown,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2000 Fiddletown Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2000-fiddletown-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Sobon Estate
,Red,France,,Chevaliere (Vin de Table),8,86,France Other,France,,Simonnet-Febvre 1999 Chevaliere (Vin de Table) Red (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-1999-chevaliere-vin-table-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Simonnet-Febvre
19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The LBV style of Port is meant to be consumed upon release, but it's probably best that this heavyweight gets a few more years on it. The flavors are bold and bright; dig the dark chocolate and black plums. But the young, boisterous, syrupy texture is heavy—real heavy.",LBV,16,86,Douro,,,Osborne 1997 LBV Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-1997-lbv-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Osborne
13.5,Red,Argentina,"From high-altitude vineyards near the Andes comes this earthy, muscle-bound Merlot. It features bright cherry fruit and a hint of green pepper, but only a hint (it is ripe).  The finish is mostly oak, but with drying, full tannins and a firm grip, it can handle that woodiness. A touch of barnyard renders it out of the ordinary, which is better than being dull and generic.",,12,86,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Trumpeter 2000 Merlot (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2000-merlot-tupungato/,Merlot,2000,Trumpeter
,Red,US,"With some very old grapes and a goodly proportion of other Rhônish red grapes, this is an authentic, old-style field blend. It's big, rich, dark and tannic. It's a dry, strong, lusty wine meant to accompany grilled meats and Italian fare.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 2000 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-2000-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Newlan
13,Red,Spain,"Tar, raspberry and old wood aromas are the best part of this wine. The acidity is a little awkward, but the finish is smooth and very earthy.",Reserva,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 1998 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-1998-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Marqués de Riscal
,Red,Australia,"Medium-weight, with creamy, black-currant flavors, this Cab has a touch of herbal or weedy greenness on the palate. On the nose, that greenness is eucalyptus, backed by graham cracker, cassis and spice aromas. Finishes tart, with cocoa and herbal flavors.",,13,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,James Estate 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,James Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Made solidly in the house style of soft, lushly fruity Cabs that flatter the palate. The fully ripened berry flavors are rich and tasty, with only a hint of acids and tannins. The chocolatey finish is almost sweet.",Estate Bottled,20,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2000 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2000-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Alexander Valley Vineyards
14,Red,South Africa,"“Unfiltered,” we believe—this Merlot's wild and rustic in the mouth, with earthy, foresty flavors, dark black fruit and gritty tannins. Finishes with clove and char flavors.",Unfiltered,15,86,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Unfiltered Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-unfiltered-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2000,Fleur Du Cap
,Dessert,US,"Having the right amount of tannic structure and acidity, this wine is not cloying, but rather light, simple and quite pleasant. The sensory package includes rose petals, tangerines, blueberries, figs, candied fruit and gruyère cheese.",Eldorado Noir,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2000 Eldorado Noir Black Muscat (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2000-eldorado-noir-muscat-black-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Black Muscat,2000,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,US,"Although extremely dry and tannic, tasters were able to derive sweet blackberry, cherry and plum skin qualities. In the final analysis, some tasters wondered why it was somewhat awry, while others found lots to love. You decide.",Tresor Reserve,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1997 Tresor Reserve Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1997-tresor-reserve-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1997,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,US,"There are some earthy, berry flavors, but the wine is quite soft. The winemaker has woven the fine tannins into a complex element of the wine's mouthfeel, leaving the finish dry and clean.",,11,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 2000 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-2000-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,2000,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"Primarily Paso Robles fruit, this wine brims with plush blackberries and black cherries. Dry, soft and stylish, it's a worthy table companion that turns a bit thin on the finish.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 2000 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2000-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2000,Clos La Chance
12.3,Red,Greece,"An interesting blend in which the Merlot softens the tannins of the Xynomavro. Slightly toasted, with tobacco and blueberries. Medium tannins but lacking personality.",Xinomavro Merlot,18,86,Imathia,,,Boutari 1999 Xinomavro Merlot Red (Imathia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutari-1999-xinomavro-merlot-red-imathia/,Red Blend,1999,Boutari
,White,Austria,"A clean, fresh-fruited Chardonnay, exhibiting ripe flavors and some softness. Flavors of melon and spices give it roundness, but the essence of the wine is the easy, soft fruit.",Summus,18,87,Südsteiermark,,,Wohlmuth 2001 Summus Chardonnay (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2001-summus-chardonnay-sudsteiermark/,Chardonnay,2001,Wohlmuth
14,Red,Italy,"Hard cheese, leather, char and baked apple aromas mix well with flavors of raspberry, earth and leather. Tannins are smooth but bracing. The medium-length finish is clean and herbal.",Vigua di Aldo-Barolo,45,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Varaldo 1995 Vigua di Aldo-Barolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varaldo-1995-vigua-aldo-barolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Varaldo
,White,Austria,"Delightfully fresh, clean fruit on the nose, with aromas of green plums. This is a full, fat, slightly spicy wine, with good acidity as well. The palate is generous and rich, with touches of currants and spice.",Ried Wiegen Trocken Gruner Veltliner,,87,Donauland,,,Stift Klosterneuburg 2001 Ried Wiegen Trocken Gruner Veltliner Grüner Veltliner (Donauland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2001-ried-wiegen-trocken-gruner-veltliner-donauland/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Stift Klosterneuburg
13,Red,Australia,,Estate Bottled,8,87,Australia Other,South Australia-Victoria,,Rosemount 2001 Estate Bottled Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia-Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-estate-bottled-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-victoria/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Rosemount
,Rose,US,,Cortina,30,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Seghesio 2000 Cortina Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2000-cortina-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Seghesio
,White,Austria,"This wine glorifies wood. There are huge spicy wood aromas, which also dominate the palate. There is also cinammon and vanilla, but not enough fruit. Generally the wood is too prominent.",Exklusiv Trocken,18,87,Weinviertel,,,R&A Pfaffl 2000 Exklusiv Trocken Chardonnay (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/r-a-pfaffl-2000-exklusiv-trocken-chardonnay-weinviertel/,Chardonnay,2000,R&A Pfaffl
,Red,US,"From a single vineyard 1,700 feet in the Mayacamas. It's a bit tough and tannic now, raising the question of whether it has the fruit to soften with age. There are some pretty cherry-berry flavors, but there's a lot of sage and oregano, too. It's obviously well-crafted and with a good pedigree, but not an ager.",,57,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Long Meadow Ranch 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Long Meadow Ranch
13,Red,France,"Marsannays can offer exceptional value in soft, approachable Burgundy. This fragrant, plummy wine is highlighted with scents of cinnamon spice, and flavors that mix berry and black pepper. The finish is quick and tart.",,21,87,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Domaine Bertagna 1998  Marsannay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
13.5,Red,France,"Some mustiness cloaked the nose, which held hints of pretty black cherry fruit once the wine aired out a bit. The aromas expanded to include whiffs of meat, game and seaweed; still, the wine is tannic and a bit stingy on the palate.",Les Cras Premier Cru,55,87,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine Bertagna 1998 Les Cras Premier Cru  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-bertagna-1998-cras-premier-cru-pinot-noir-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Bertagna
13.7,White,US,"A toasty, buttery nose is the result of 70% new, medium-toast Vosges oak, but the fruit is all California Chardonnay, with Golden Delicious apple and tropical fruit flavors. This wine is medium- to full- bodied and slightly oily in texture.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 2000 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Ferrari-Carano
,Red,Italy,"A much more traditional style of wine than the 1998, with meaty, rustic aromas. The palate is ripe, with earthy, bacon and farmyard flavors, strong acidity and dry tannins.",Poderi di Sorano,40,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Giacomo Ascheri 1997 Poderi di Sorano  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-ascheri-1997-poderi-sorano-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Giacomo Ascheri
14,Red,US,"A good effort, with adequate blackberry flavors, soft, intricate tannins and okay acdity. It's dry, balanced and not too oaky, with a velevety mouthfeel. Not a blockbuster, but a gentle wine that will show its best paired with the right foods.",Block Collection - Shorenstein Vineyard,26,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Geyser Peak 1999 Block Collection - Shorenstein Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-block-collection-shorenstein-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1999,Geyser Peak
12.5,Rose,Greece,"Crammed with strawberries, cranberries and ripe cherries. Crisp acidity and soft tannins leave the palate fresh but dry. All of these qualities are enriched with 14–18 hours of skin contact (hence the wine's name). A wine for red wine drinkers when the weather is too hot.",14-18h Agiorgitiko Dry,9,87,Peloponnese,,,Gaia Wines 2001 14-18h Agiorgitiko Dry Rosé (Peloponnese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gaia-wines-2001-14-18h-agiorgitiko-dry-rose-peloponnese/,Rosé,2001,Gaia Wines
,Red,Chile,,,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2001 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2001-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Apaltagua
,White,Austria,"Subtitled Mein Hausweine—my house wine—this is a light, fresh, slightly spritzy Grüner Veltliner. It has fresh and creamy apple aromas, crisp acidity and a light, poised palate.",Troken Gruve,16,85,Kamptal,,,Jurtschitsch 2001 Troken Gruve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jurtschitsch-2001-troken-gruve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2001,Jurtschitsch
13,Red,Portugal,"This blend of four red grapes, none of which is Cabernet or Merlot, strives for a Bordeaux-like style, but only half achieves that goal. It has the right weight and body, but it lacks clarity of flavor and punch. The nose is smoky, with burnt-rubber notes. There's moderate cherry fruit at the core. The finish is long and amply smooth.",,30,85,Alentejo,,,Quinta do Carmo 1998 Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-1998-red-alentejo/,Red Blend,1998,Quinta do Carmo
,Red,Italy,"The attractive aromas of pure, juicy fruit appear on the palate as superripe, almost overripe fruit flavors. At this stage, the wine doesn't balance, but there is some power and it should develop.",Cannubi,55,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Giacomo Brezza & Figli 1998 Cannubi Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-brezza-figli-1998-cannubi-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Giacomo Brezza & Figli
12.8,Red,US,"This is an easy-drinking Cab with pleasant black currant flavors and more than a hint of olives and other green, herbal notes that are a testament to the poor vintage. The tannins are soft, although acidity is sharp, and there's a green tartness all the way through the finish.",,45,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Jordan 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jordan-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Jordan
14.2,Red,US,"This Cabernet blend serves ripe plum and blackberry flavors up front, with a hint of subtle herb essence. The tannins are a bit dry, however, and the finish is on the bright side.",Moss Oak Vineyard,35,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Godwin 1999 Moss Oak Vineyard Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/godwin-1999-moss-oak-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1999,Godwin
12.5,Red,France,"Medium-weight and even, with strong berry aromas and flavors but a pronounced tartness—some would call it sourness—to the fruit. The fairly rich, almost creamy texture doesn't fit well with the flavor profile. Closes with decent length, but the parts still aren't harmonious.",Grande Cuvee,11,84,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 2001 Grande Cuvee  (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2001-grande-cuvee-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2001,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,US,"A tough, punchy wine, young and strong, with rugged tannins and a bite of acid. It has earthy-berry flavors enriched with a bit of Syrah.",Francis Coppola Diamond Series Blue Label,17,84,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 2000 Francis Coppola Diamond Series Blue Label Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-2000-diamond-series-blue-label-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Francis Ford Coppola
,Red,US,"Inky black, a massive Zin marked by excessive tannins that make the fruit almost impossible to appreciate now. You either have to age this for a long time, or drink it with grilled foods. Big, rustic, a country-style wine, and very dry.",Special Reserve,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Latcham 2000 Special Reserve Zinfandel (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latcham-2000-special-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Zinfandel,2000,Latcham
14,Red,Argentina,"This bodega's top-of-the-line offering is comprised of 40% Malbec, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot. But something in here isn't quite ripe, because the green aromatics and flavors are strong. So is the tomato-like flavor at the core of the palate. For some reason the wine lacks potency.",Privada,21,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1999 Privada Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1999-privada-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,1999,Bodega Norton
13,Red,Spain,"The bright purple color and aromas of bubble gum and grape skins shout out “carbonic maceration,” a technique often used to pump up young wines. The flavors are of candied black plum, licorice and sugar. The finish, though, is only thin and tangy. It's the equivalent of Spanish Beaujolais Nouveau.",,8,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 2001  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-2001-red-rioja/,Red Blend,2001,Valdelana
13,White,Spain,"This wine is made entirely from Macabeo, one of the three grapes that comprise cava. The wine is heavy and fairly dull in the nose; there isn't much fruit and only a distant scent of nut oil. The flavors are sharp and lemony, and the finish is equally tangy. Cheerful is not this wine's middle name.",Finca Els Camps,21,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jané Ventura 2000 Finca Els Camps Macabeo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jane-ventura-2000-finca-els-camps-spanish-white-macabeo-penedes/,Macabeo,2000,Jané Ventura
12.3,Red,US,,,9,81,California,California Other,California,McManis 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,McManis
,White,France,,Grand Cru Brand Vendange Tardive,,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Grand Cru Brand Vendange Tardive Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-grand-cru-brand-vendange-tardive-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Grand Cru Hengst,68,96,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Grand Cru Hengst Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-grand-cru-hengst-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Vendange Tardive Herrenweg de Turckheim,37,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Vendange Tardive Herrenweg de Turckheim Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-vendange-tardive-herrenweg-turckheim-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
14.3,Red,US,"Full-bodied, with loads of earth, smoke and tomato. The color is nearly violet and the flavors match: There's an unmistakable sweetness to it, from the welcoming front end through to the warm, kirsch-packed finish. For anyone who loves a sweet, jammy California-style Pinot, look no further.",Camp Meeting Ridge,50,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Flowers 1999 Camp Meeting Ridge Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flowers-1999-camp-meeting-ridge-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Flowers
13.5,Red,US,"A sweet, ripe, soft wine, with chocolate-covered cherry aromas. The plummy palate is rich and easygoing, while black plum and licorice guide the expansive, smooth finish. Low acidity makes it a drink-now Pinot.",,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Penner-Ash 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penner-ash-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Penner-Ash
,White,France,"Intense, feminine aromas such as talc, vanilla, mineral and pear waft from the nose. Lots of pear bursts from the palate, with an overlay of stone and nougat flavors. Finishes long with a glycerine-like texture and lean pear-skin and mineral flavors. If this sounds good to you, better hurry—only 100 cases were made.",Les Perrieres,49,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Ropiteau 2000 Les Perrieres  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-perrieres-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Ropiteau
,White,US,"Elegant flourishes of ginger and Asian spices grace this wine's black cherry aromas and flavors. Despite a supremely supple mouthfeel and smooth vanilla and caramel flavors, the finish seems a bit hard. Give this wine a year or two to smooth out.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Testarossa
14.2,Red,US,"Always a complex wine, Adam and Dianna Lee's '99 Hirsch is a bit rusty in color, with smoke, oak and baking spice aromas. The palate offers a complex conglomeration of spicy red fruit and licorice, while the finish provides length and smoky flavors akin to ham and bacon. Some drying tannins ensure that the structure is maintained throughout.",Hirsch Vineyard,49,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Siduri 1999 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1999-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Siduri
13.9,Red,US,"The panel was unanimous in its ranking of this deep, briary Pinot, one that simply smells great. There's plenty of cherry, cinnamon, spice and smoke on the bouquet. The flavors are pure and juicy, emphasizing raspberry and cherry below a thin veneer of oak. Cedar, smoke and chocolate mix on the smooth, layered finish.",Winemaker's Estate Reserve,59,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stangeland 2000 Winemaker's Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stangeland-2000-winemakers-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Stangeland
,Red,US,,,32,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Lazy Creek 2000 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-creek-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lazy Creek
,Red,US,"Wears a toasty mantle of smoke, meat and burnt marshmallow. Yet we found the dark cherry and tart plum fruit core to be strong enough to weather its oak. The wine's polished rusticity has great appeal, with earthy, dusty tannins, pepper and cola accents. Drink now through 2007. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rodney Strong
13.9,Red,US,"Deep and true in the nose, featuring cherry, pine, molasses, earth and chocolate. It's perfectly balanced, with a combination of sweet cherry and snappy raspberry mixed with just the right touch of spicy, creamy oak. Proper acidity and firm tannins close this winner. Drink now–2005.",Archery Summit Estate,115,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1999 Archery Summit Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1999-archery-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Archery Summit
,White,France,,Turckheim,34,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Turckheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-turckheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
14.1,Red,US,"If there's a single common element in the wine's from the Pisoni Vineyard, it's a hint of the untamed woods—underbrush, or in this case a peppery mushroominess—accompanied by lush fruit. Creamy, supple and richly textured in the mouth, this microproduction wine (127 cases) is worth seeking out.",Pisoni Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Capiaux 2000 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capiaux-2000-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Capiaux
14.2,Red,US,"Smoky, brambly raspberry is the dominant aromatic character here, while high-toned cherry and raspberry fruit sings on the racy, spicy palate. While some of the Garys' wines from 2000 are burly and muscled up, this one is a bit more streamlined. The mouth offers more pepper, spice and heat than sheer opulence.",Garys' Vineyard,45,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2000 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Testarossa
13,Red,US,"A sniff reveals smoked meats, bacon, coffee and leather. The flavors are clean and pure—there's an abundance of inky black cherry and plum. The balance between juicy flavorful fruit and firm mouthcoating tannins is just right. Muscular but not overbuilt.",Arcus,60,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2000 Arcus Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-arcus-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
14,Red,US,"Cristom has a handful of single-vineyard estate wines, but it's usually the Louise that stands out. It begins with inky black fruit aromas, soy and wintergreen. The palate issues waves of black cherry, plum, mocha, espresso and char. The round, spicy finish is glorious; the total package is solid.",Louise Vineyard,39,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2000 Louise Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2000-louise-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cristom
,White,US,"Fred Holloway's first full vintage started off with a bang. This big, complex Chardonnay has aromas of tropical fruit underscored by butterscotch and mint. The flavors burst with pineapple and a touch of menthol, while the long, buttery finish is perfectly complemented by racy acidity.",Experimental Clone 4,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Experimental Clone 4 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-experimental-clone-4-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cambria
14.3,Red,US,"This solidly built wine is big. Cherry, mint and saddle-leather aromas, a chalky, fine-grained feel and ripe cherry, apple and tea flavors comprise a fulfilling package. Closes long, with herb and leather accents. Drink now-2007.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2000 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Iron Horse
14.1,Red,US,"Beautifully balanced, this juicy Pinot is supple yet structured. A complex nose, a solid core of ripe cherry-berry and plum fruit, plus tea, spice, cocoa and bacon accents combine to create a well-integrated whole. The long finish, with its elegant, refined tannins, augurs a fine future for this class act. Drink now–2008. Editors' Choice.",,38,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Clos du Val
,White,France,,Herenweg de Turckheim,39,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Herenweg de Turckheim Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-herenweg-turckheim-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.9,Red,US,"Dense aromas of plum, cherry and blackberry, along with complex bacon, oak, saddle-leather and nut accents, set the stage for a strong performance. The plummy fruit, plush mouthfeel and hints of smoke, tobacco and stable notes pack in plenty of palate-tickling pleasure. Closes long and juicy. Just 90 cases made.",Lindley's Knoll Best 4 Barrels,90,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1999 Lindley's Knoll Best 4 Barrels Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1999-lindleys-knoll-best-4-barrels-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Davis Bynum
14.7,Red,US,"Posh and seductive, with black cherry and cedar aromas, this clean and modern beauty offers intensity without excessive weight. The full feel and mouth-filling brambly berry, vanilla and spice flavors pushed our pleasure buttons. It closes long and dry, with tea notes and some even tannins. Drink now–2007. Editors' Choice.",Clos Pepe,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Loring Wine Company 2000 Clos Pepe Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2000-clos-pepe-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Loring Wine Company
,White,France,,Heimbourg,55,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Heimbourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-heimbourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.8,Red,US,"Here's a great wine that can be drunk now or held for up to five years. The nose is packed with mocha, smoked meat and crystalline red fruit. Moderate but healthy tannins frame the immensely flavorful palate, while coffee and cool earth creep onto the stylish finish.",Bynum & Moshin Vineyards,45,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1999 Bynum & Moshin Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1999-moshin-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Davis Bynum
13.5,Red,US,"Smoky, deep and darkly fruited, the harmonious nose sets the stage for rich fruit, spices, herbs and ample oak, which all come together with intensity and style. Then the juicy long finish wraps it up beautifully. Pinot purists might decry a lack of restraint, but to us the potent combination of intensity and complexity is the star. Drink now through 2007",Domaine,50,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1999 Domaine Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1999-domaine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,King Estate
14.6,Red,US,"Even though it smells like burnt steak, we also caught softer aromas of grilled fruit, tea and clove. If a huge, barrel-influenced wine is not your style, steer clear. But if you like a brawny, tannic heavyweight that can age for the better part of a decade, this is your wine. It has a massive underlay of ripe plum fruit, terrific zip and a mile-long finish. Cellar Selection.",DeSoto Vineyard,52,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Acacia 2000 DeSoto Vineyard Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2000-desoto-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Acacia
14.1,Red,US,"Sometimes a smoky, charry wine is all about the oak, but in this case there's plenty of barrel, but also balance, acidity and style. Unanimously, we enjoyed the toastiness of the wine as well as the leathery palate that's balanced by cherry, plum and sweet tobacco. Editor's Choice.",,24,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Artesa
13.6,Red,US,"Rich and fragrant, with an abundance of earth and dense fruit to the bouquet. Roasted plums and black cherry dominate the palate, which despite being thick is amazingly balanced. This has all the components of a classy wine: ripe fruit, earth notes and persistence. It can age for five or more years. Cellar Selection.",Pisoni,80,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Arcadian 1999 Pisoni Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arcadian-1999-pisoni-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Arcadian
14.5,Red,US,"There's nothing not to like about this round, delicious wine. There are classy toast and charcoal aromas on top of red berries and some yeast. The palate offers the right blend of tart, snappy cherry and richer black plum. Healthy tannins help drive the finish. Editors' Choice.",Chamisal Vineyards Califa,42,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 1999 Chamisal Vineyards Califa Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-1999-chamisal-califa-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Alfred
14.2,Red,US,"The vibrant, tangy black-cherry aromas and flavors have real depth, accented stem to stern by cola, clove, cedar, chocolate and exotic Bourbon-like notes. Yet it remains elegant, with fine fruit-to-acid balance and exceptional harmony.",Allen Vineyard,68,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 2000 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
14,Red,US,"Given the intense aromas and flavors, it's hard to believe this wine is light and racy. The balanced, complex and elegant profile shows cinnamon, anise and soy accents on bright cherry and tart plum fruit. Who needs weight with this much going on?",,45,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Mount Eden Vineyards 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mount Eden Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"The dense color is a sure indicator of how rich and intense this Monterey wine is. With plum aromas, hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, it's round, deep and packed to the core with exuberance but also lots of style. Editors' Choice.",Garys' Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Loring Wine Company 2000 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loring-wine-company-2000-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Loring Wine Company
14.5,Red,Australia,"Boasts intense aromas and flavors of cassis and mulberry, with a firm underpinning of cedary, chocolaty oak. Full-bodied, it has a long, tart finish buoyed by soft tannins.",Art Series,,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1998 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1998-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Leeuwin Estate
14.1,Red,US,"Opens with rich aromas of plum, oak, cocoa and green hay. Medium-weight and balanced with fine acidity and good tannic structure, this has potent, palate-filling plum, chocolate and spice flavors. The finish shows deep fruit and plush tannins. Best from 2004–2009+. Cellar Selection.",Keefer Ranch,44,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Flowers 2000 Keefer Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flowers-2000-keefer-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Flowers
14.1,Red,US,"This rendition of Pisoni is big, but also lush and soft. Dark, earthy and rich, loaded with plum and dried-spice flavors, the wine finishes long, picking up hints of smoked meat. With a wine this ready to please, why wait? Drink now–2005. Editors' Choice.",Pisoni Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Scott Paul 2000 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-2000-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Scott Paul
,White,France,,Herrenweg de Turckheim,37,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Herrenweg de Turckheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-herrenweg-turckheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Heimbourg,54,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Heimbourg Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-heimbourg-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
14.6,Red,US,"Starts off with deceptively simple aromas of cherries, toast and vanilla that broaden on the palate to encompass root vegetable and floral notes. The layered mouthfeel makes it go down easily, capped off by hints of coffee and caramel on the finish.",Pisoni,55,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2000 Pisoni Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-pisoni-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Testarossa
13,Red,US,"Like every Panther Creek Pinot we tasted, there is lots of oak—too much for one of our panelists. But there's also a bounty of pristine black fruit aromas and smoky bacon. In the mouth, it's lush, still with ample barrel char, but with even more lip-smacking plum fruit.",Youngberg,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2000 Youngberg Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-youngberg-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
14.1,Red,US,"There's a complex mélange of aromas and flavors that one taster felt incorporated too many citrus and vegetal notes, but the rest of the panel enjoyed the cherry, herb, cocoa, cinnamon, citrus and olive notes. Smooth and polished, this combines structure and immediate appeal. Good now, but best after 2004.",La Colline,60,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1999 La Colline Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1999-colline-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Laetitia
14.4,Red,US,"Gorgeous aromas of bacon and cherry mix with toast before a palate that's full of black cherry, plum and vanilla cream. The texture is marvelous, as is its pulse; this is a racy wine filled with rich fruit and firm acids.",,75,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Beaux Freres 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaux-freres-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Beaux Freres
,Red,US,"Much meatier than the 115 bottling, 2A also folds in portobello mushroom aromas. The candied, dark cherry flavors are so rich there is a perception of sweetness. This wine finishes with great length and a touch of tea.",Experimental Clone 2A,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2000 Experimental Clone 2A Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2000-experimental-clone-2a-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cambria
,Red,US,"The density of this wine is surprising. Not a wine for the meek, the rich, heady flavors of plum pudding and spice cake integrate well with dark fruits and earth.",Experimental Clone 23,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2000 Experimental Clone 23 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2000-experimental-clone-23-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cambria
13.9,Red,US,"This is a beauty, with deep, sweet aromas of black cherry, mincemeat pie, vanilla and buttered toast. The palate is full of cherry, plum and vanilla, with charred oak supplying the foundation—too much char for one of our tasters. But the finish is smooth as silk.",Rion Reserve,50,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 Rion Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-rion-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chehalem
13.8,Red,US,"This is full-throttle Pinot, with a bouquet redolent of cherries, plums, graham crackers, coconut, smoke, cinnamon and licorice. It's big yet balanced, with a plush, creamy texture and deep cherry fruit. Caramel, mocha and spices accent the finish.",Allen,45,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2000 Allen Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2000-allen-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Davis Bynum
14.1,Red,US,"A delicious, balanced Pinot. Will it last forever? Probably not, given that it's so rich and velvety, with modest tannins. But for now it impresses with its mocha and cedar aromas, toasty plum and black currant flavors, and easygoing, coffee-laden finish. Editors' Choice.",Stanly Ranch,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1999 Stanly Ranch Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-stanly-ranch-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Beringer
14.6,Red,US,"Intense black raspberry aromas with nuances of tea, leather and rubber get the game rolling, and phase two is a palate loaded with pure, enveloping black cherry fruit. Even at 14.6% alcohol, vital acidity keeps the balance proper. Editors' Choice.",Garys' Vineyard,55,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 2000 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2000-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Pessagno
,White,France,,Vendange Tardive Clos Windsbuhl,90,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Vendange Tardive Clos Windsbuhl Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-vendange-tardive-clos-windsbuhl-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
14.1,Red,US,"Promising black plum, caramel, coffee and spice aromas open to high-toned black cherry fruit, cola, licorice and herbs. The feel is rich, slightly chalky, mouthfilling and velvety. Long and intense, the finish is packed with sweet and sour fruit. Editors' Choice.",Hirsch Vineyard,57,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 2000 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-2000-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Williams Selyem
14.3,Red,US,"Offers beefy, dried spice and leather hints, followed by a core of deep, rich blackberry-cherry fruit wearing a toasted-oak mantle. Black pepper, meat, coffee and plum notes show on the firmly tannic finish, which one panelist found excessively alcoholic. Drink 2005–2010. Editors' Choice.",Sapphire Hill Vineyard,49,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Siduri 2000 Sapphire Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2000-sapphire-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Siduri
,White,France,,Clos Hauserer,44,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Clos Hauserer Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-clos-hauserer-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
14.5,Red,US,"Big, firmly structured and built to last, this Pinot starts off tight. But dark fruit flavors explode on the palate, delivering plums and black cherries by the bushelful. The long, softly tannic finish suggests cellaring until 2005 or beyond. Editors' Choice.",Pisoni,50,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2000 Pisoni Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2000-pisoni-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Siduri
,Red,US,"Our favorite of the experimental clones. The smoked bacon and underbrush aromas turn to a big mouthful of juicy black cherries and licorice, accented with a dusting of earth. It's a big, lush Pinot that finishes with chocolate-covered cherries.",Experimental Clone 115,50,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2000 Experimental Clone 115 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2000-experimental-clone-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cambria
,White,France,,Clos Windsbuhl,58,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Clos Windsbuhl Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-clos-windsbuhl-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain,84,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-grand-cru-clos-saint-urbain-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain,85,94,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-grand-cru-clos-saint-urbain-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Grand Cru Clos Windsbuhl,59,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Grand Cru Clos Windsbuhl Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-grand-cru-clos-windsbuhl-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.5,Red,US,"This sweet, extracted, creamy wine oozes lushness, ripeness and richness. The power is intense, the flavors dark plum, blackberry and cola. The tannins are big and plush, making for a huge, round finish. But be warned, one reviewer found it overly dry.",Arcus,50,95,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bergström 2000 Arcus Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2000-arcus-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bergström
,White,France,,Vendange Tardive Goldert,90,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Vendange Tardive Goldert Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-vendange-tardive-goldert-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Selection des Grains Nobles Rotenberg,,95,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Selection des Grains Nobles Rotenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-selection-grains-nobles-rotenberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Grand Cru Brand,85,96,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Grand Cru Brand Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-grand-cru-brand-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Vendange Tardive Clos Jebsal,75,96,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Vendange Tardive Clos Jebsal Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-vendange-tardive-clos-jebsal-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Selection des Grains Nobles Heimbourg,,97,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Selection des Grains Nobles Heimbourg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-selection-grains-nobles-heimbourg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Vendange Tardive Clos Windsbuhl,,97,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Vendange Tardive Clos Windsbuhl Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-vendange-tardive-clos-windsbuhl-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Selection des Grains Nobles Clos Jebsal,,98,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Selection des Grains Nobles Clos Jebsal Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-selection-grains-nobles-clos-jebsal-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,White,France,,Vendange Tardive Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain,,98,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Vendange Tardive Grand Cru Clos Saint Urbain Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-vendange-tardive-grand-cru-clos-saint-urbain-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
,Red,US,"Dark color. Aromas of herbs and medicinal notes. Awkward flavors, mingling berries with odder, almost synthetic ones. But it's dry, with soft tannins and good texture. A bizarre mix.",Six Clones,12,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1999 Six Clones Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1999-six-clones-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,1999,Peirano
12.8,Red,US,,,10,80,California,California Other,California,McManis 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,McManis
12.5,Red,Spain,"You read that correctly: This wine has no vintage on the label nor a specific appellation. And what about the wine itself? It's flowery, almost artificial, in the nose—it literally smells like a powdered drink mix. In the mouth, the plum fruit is candied, while the body is bulky.",Tinto,5,80,Spain Other,Spain,,Viña Carossa NV Tinto Red (Spain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-carossa-nv-tinto-red-other/,Red Blend,,Viña Carossa
13.5,Red,Chile,,Memorias,,81,Maipo Valley,,,Vallete Fontaine 1999 Memorias Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallete-fontaine-1999-memorias-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Vallete Fontaine
12,White,Spain,"The FB stands for fermented in barrel, but everything about it is strange. The aromas are of wheat and creamed corn, while the flavors are at once citrusy and then, in the next moment, akin to pepper or chilies. The finish is slightly pickled and flat. This wine seems to have lost its verve, assuming it once had verve.",Cosecha 2000,17,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 2000 Cosecha 2000 White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-2000-cosecha-2000-white-rioja/,White Blend,2000,Marqués del Puerto
,Red,Chile,"Blackberry aromas start things off, but there's a vegetal note, like canned asparagus, that suggests unripe fruit. Those veggies continue in the mouth, along with riper berry notes. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, and Cabernet Franc.",Escudo Rojo,15,81,Maipo Valley,,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1999 Escudo Rojo Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1999-escudo-rojo-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,Dessert,Austria,"There are intense aromas of vanilla and sweet fruits, while the palate is light and rather undefined, with some caramel flavors. It is opulently sweet, but one-dimensional.",Eiswein Cuvee,38,81,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 1997 Eiswein Cuvee White (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-1997-eiswein-cuvee-white-neusiedlersee/,White Blend,1997,Helmut Lang
13,Red,Argentina,"What some might generously call “terroir” will probably come across as funky and barnyardy to most. It just doesn't smell that great. Flavors of berry syrup, currant and rhubarb are present on the palate and the finish. This is clearly not the best that Argentina has to offer. It's 75% Malbec and 25% Syrah.",Finca la Celia,6,81,Mendoza Province,Uco Valley,,Angaro 2000 Finca la Celia Red (Uco Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angaro-2000-finca-celia-red-uco-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Angaro
13,White,Spain,"The bright golden color and mounds of buttery oak don't do this varietally incorrect Chard much service. Then giant oaky flavors dominate what little pear fruit exists, while the finish is grainy and resinous. Overall it lacks focus and style.",,9,81,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Agramont 2000 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agramont-2000-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2000,Agramont
,Red,Italy,"Something of a curiosity, because Scarpa waits for the wines to be mature before their release. This is certainly mature, perhaps too mature, with high, dry tannins and mature, earthy fruit. This is a very dry, traditional style of wine.",Tettimorra Barolo,,81,Piedmont,Barolo,,Scarpa 1990 Tettimorra Barolo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarpa-1990-tettimorra-barolo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1990,Scarpa
,Red,US,"Thin and tannic. You have to use your imagination to find a bit of fruity flavor in this dry, boring wine. It's clean and scours the palate, but that's about it.",,24,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1999 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1999-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Eagle & Rose Estate
,Red,US,"Dark, with aromas of cardboard, mint and earth. If you swirl it hard, some blackberry notes emerge. In the mouth, it's dense and dull, stuffed with bitter tannins. The finish is acidic and sharp.",Lencioni Vineyard,45,81,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Camellia 1999 Lencioni Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camellia-1999-lencioni-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Camellia
,Red,US,"A new winery from a trio with long years in the industry, but this is not a good start. Tastes like Port, with flavors of raisins. Someone thought shriveled berries would give consumers the superripe flavors they clamor for. Huge mistake, this is a clumsy wine.",,20,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,X 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/x-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,X
12.5,Red,Spain,"This wine is thin and a bit metallic, with tart cherry flavors. The aromas are of peat moss and earth, with a touch of salinity",Crianza,9,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Siglo 1998 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siglo-1998-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,Siglo
12.5,Red,Spain,"The nose is light and airy, offering a simple set of aromas with just a modicum of red fruit. Cherry and red raspberry flavors lead into a tangy, low-voltage finish. There isn't much to gripe about here, but in the same breath there isn't much to compliment, either.",Los Molinos Crianza,9,82,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Viña Albali 1998 Los Molinos Crianza Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-albali-1998-los-molinos-crianza-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,1998,Viña Albali
13.5,Red,Italy,"This vintage was hailed throughout Italy as being one of the best of the 20th century, so what went wrong here? The caramel, toffee and raisin nose is much like Sherry. The raisiny palate indicates overripeness, and despite some tannins, there isn't much structure or pulse.",,42,82,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Valfieri 1997  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valfieri-1997-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1997,Valfieri
13.9,Red,US,"One sniff warns you there's a great deal of unripe fruit here. Smells like broken green twigs and celery, and tasting confirms this impression of mint and green tea, although if you try, you can find some blackberries. It's increasingly evident the vintage was vegetal for some reds. This was one of them.",,24,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,White Oak
12.5,White,Israel,"Ripe quince, honey and pears with a hint of sea salt on the nose. Even on the palate with apricots and plums. A mineral-tinged wine with a short finish.",Baron,9,82,Galilee,,,Tishbi Estate 2000 Baron Chenin Blanc (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tishbi-estate-2000-baron-chenin-blanc-galilee/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Tishbi Estate
13.8,Red,US,"This is a dark, unripe Zin that seems to have been made from grapes not suitable for the main blend. It's herbal to the point of vegetal, with flavors of canned asparagus, although there's a hint of riper berries.",Primo,11,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1998 Primo Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1998-primo-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1998,Peirano
13,White,New Zealand,"Made in a lean, high-acid style, with tart citrus aromas backed by light apple and pear fruit.",Unoaked,15,82,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2001 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2001-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2001,Jackson Estate
13,Red,Australia,"Our least favorite of the JE wines reviewed, this 70% Cab, 30% Merlot is thin in the mouth, with a sour strawberry-rhubarb-oak flavor profile. Bouquet offers graham crackers, smoke, high-toned date, plus some weedy aromas.",Sundara,9,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,James Estate 2001 Sundara Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2001-sundara-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,James Estate
12,White,Spain,"The bright golden color indicates age as well as oak—and that oak is confirmed on the nose, where there's a lot of corn and a strong smell of pungent wood. The palate offers mostly overripe apple and, yes, wood. The feel is flat, proving that Albariño doesn't take well to heavy oaking.",,15,82,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Pazo De Villarei 2000 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pazo-villarei-2000-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2000,Pazo De Villarei
,Red,France,"This wine is already heading way over the hill, as its pale rose-brick color suggests. Vague hints of cheese and leather are the only indications that this is Burgundy; it's a thin, tired little puppy.",Oak-Aged,11,82,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Mommessin 1998 Oak-Aged  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-1998-oak-aged-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1998,Mommessin
,Red,US,"A wine like this makes me sad. Blessed by nature with the ability to ripen Zinfandel to perfection in this warm region, the winemaking is, let us say honestly, imperfect. The wine is syrupy sweet and cloying. The acids are much too low. And 15.5% alcohol makes for a hot mouthfeel with nothing to balance it out.",Zin Man,12,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Perry Creek 2000 Zin Man Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2000-zin-man-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2000,Perry Creek
20.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This oldie isn't much of a goodie, and it goes to prove that holding wine beyond its time is a mistake. The aromas are strong and not very nice. The sweet, one-dimensional palate is still lively and relatively clean, but it lacks anything special. It may or may not have been better years ago.",Quinta da Roeda,56,82,Douro,,,Croft 1983 Quinta da Roeda Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croft-1983-quinta-roeda-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1983,Croft
12,White,Spain,"This wine from Galicia blends together four different grapes, and the mix isn't exactly a bona fide hit. The aromas come across as being slightly artificial. Applesauce flavors come next, followed by a finish that's acidic but still like flat seltzer. This wine lacks freshness despite its youth.",,35,82,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Emilio Rojo 2001 White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-rojo-2001-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2001,Emilio Rojo
,White,Lebanon,"A slightly oxidized oloroso-like nose with yeasty, ripe banana notes. Sun-dried apricots and roasted nuts on the palate. A light-bodied wine lacking a little acidity with a very short finish. A blend of Clairette, Ugni Blanc and Boiurboulenc.",La Dame Blanche,13,82,Bekaa Valley,,,Château Kefraya 2000 La Dame Blanche Chardonnay (Bekaa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-kefraya-2000-dame-blanche-chardonnay-bekaa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Château Kefraya
,Red,Portugal,"The nose has a smashed red berry theme to it, and that carries onto the palate, where it's all about red cherry, cranberry and rhubarb. If that sounds tart, it is. But it's not a sourball. Still, the overriding theme is one of acidity and lean, dry red fruit.",Quinta de S. Joao Batista Reserva,13,82,Douro,,,Caves Dom Teodosio 1995 Quinta de S. Joao Batista Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-dom-teodosio-1995-quinta-s-joao-batista-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1995,Caves Dom Teodosio
14.4,Red,US,"It's ripely assertive, with blackberry flavors. What makes it only acceptable is awkwardness everyplace else. The texture is syrupy, and while it's bone dry, it has a cough mediciney flavor. The tannins are rugged and palate-scouring.",Estate Bottled,14,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1999 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1999-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Perry Creek
13,Red,Argentina,"Some leafy, rustic notes emerge from the bouquet. Ripe plum dominates the palate, but unfortunately there's a sticky grapeskin quality to the mouthfeel. The tannins are hard, too. The flavor profile is better than the texture.",Colección Privada,16,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2000 Colección Privada Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2000-coleccion-privada-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Navarro Correas
,Rose,US,,Mayacamas Range,25,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 2000 Mayacamas Range Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-2000-mayacamas-range-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Storybook Mountain
13,White,Spain,"The nose could use more freshness, while the palate features dilute apple flavors and sharp acidity, despite the fact that it was fermented in barrels. Some dryness and buttered toast define the finish.",Estate Bottled,9,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jaume Serra 2000 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-2000-estate-bottled-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,2000,Jaume Serra
,Red,US,"Dark in color, but it opens with clumsy aromas of vegetables, and the flavors are lean and alcoholic. Seems more like an unripe 1998 than a '99. The austerity merely accentuates the acids and tannins.",,35,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Croze 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/croze-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Croze
,Red,France,"Though it offers a small, hopeful bit of sweet cherry in the nose, the wine has no weight or substance in the mouth. It tastes flat, metallic, and altogether tired already.",,38,82,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Calvet 1999  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1999-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,1999,Calvet
,Red,US,"Awkward drinking, with suspect aromas and flavors. One sniff reveals vegetal, cardboard notes, and tasting confirms this. It's lean and earthy, and high acidity makes it even tarter. Thankfully, it's   dry. But this lean wine will have to work hard to find fans.",Goforth Vineyard,18,83,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Gabrielli 1998 Goforth Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabrielli-1998-goforth-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Gabrielli
,Red,US,,Dad's Daily Red,12,83,California,California Other,California,Pacific Star 1999 Dad's Daily Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-1999-dads-daily-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Pacific Star
,Red,US,"Starts with overripe aromas of raisins and prunes, and turns hot in the mouth, with raisiny flavors alongside berry and stone fruit. Tannins and acids are soft and melted. A blend of Zinfandel, Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Full Moon,10,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 2000 Full Moon Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-2000-full-moon-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,2000,Midnight
,Red,US,"The words “Zinfandel” and “Monterey” on a label raise eyebrows. The region is cold, and Zin requires heat. This wine aims high but can't overcome its rugged, herbal nature. There are some ripe berry flavors side by side with vegetal ones. The giveaway price is only fair.",Barrel Aged,10,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Barrel Aged Zinfandel (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-barrel-aged-zinfandel-central-coast-monterey-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Château Julien
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Billed on the label as a “dry apéritif,” white Port on ice isn't a bad drink at all, although it probably won't fit everyone's taste. It's a bit like spiked apricot juice with the added note of brandy. Fortunately, it's neither cloying nor sweet, but it's not exactly refined or exotic. Adventurous types should try it. Conventional types might want to take a pass.",White Porto,17,83,Portugal,,,Churchill's NV White Porto Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-nv-white-porto-port-blend-port/,Port,,Churchill's
,Red,France,"The nose is an odd mix of elements—green onion, stem, something musty and metallic. Sharp, thin and tannic, with no charm or fruit.",,39,83,Burgundy,Pommard,,Calvet 1999  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1999-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1999,Calvet
,Red,France,,,39,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Calvet 1999  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1999-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1999,Calvet
,Red,France,,,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2001 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2001,Barton & Guestier
12.5,Red,US,"Starts with rustic, earthy-berry aromas with some green notes, then turns simple and lightly fruity in the mouth. Soft acids and dry tannins help this wine finish clean and scouring.",Clair de Lune,7,83,California,California Other,California,Hacienda 1999 Clair de Lune Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-1999-clair-lune-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hacienda
12.8,Red,France,"Not as much spice or intensity as we'd expect from a Syrah. The flavors are of black plums with coffee, which finish tart and simple.",,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"Somebody should pass a law against residual sugar in Zinfandel, especially when it's made from grapes as obviously good as these. Sugar masks the exquisite berry, tobacco and earth flavors. Sugar also accentuates tannins, making them tougher and grittier. Until there's such a law, all we can do is hope.",Ricci Vineyard - Reserve - Old Vine,35,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mayo 2000 Ricci Vineyard - Reserve - Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-2000-ricci-vineyard-reserve-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Mayo
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Plain pear and pineapple aromas and flavors in a medium-weight format. Picks up a hint of butterscotch on the tart, metallic finish.",,25,83,Marlborough,,,Morworth Estate 2000 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morworth-estate-2000-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Morworth Estate
13,Red,France,"The nose is a bit heavy, bordering on weedy and murky but not quite succumbing to that. However, the earthiness that such aromas portend does come through on the palate along with black plum and chocolate flavors. The wine feels right on the tongue, but it's missing clarity and pop.",Reserve,15,83,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Mommessin 2000 Reserve  (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2000-reserve-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2000,Mommessin
,Dessert,Austria,"Aromas of quince and a palate of sweet, toffee flavors make this a rich wine, with flavors of fig jelly. But it is unbalanced due to its almost total lack of acidity.",Beerenauslese,,83,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 2000 Beerenauslese Sauvignon Blanc (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-2000-beerenauslese-sauvignon-blanc-neusiedlersee/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Helmut Lang
12.5,Red,Spain,"Shockingly, this wine is but five years old; it's color and faded aromas make it seem older. What's left in the wine is dried cherries and some raisin flavor. It's a mix of Tempranillo, Cabernet and Merlot. Drink immediately to rescue what life is left.",Gran Toc Hill Reserva,13,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,Cavas Hill 1997 Gran Toc Hill Reserva Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-hill-1997-gran-toc-reserva-red-penedes/,Red Blend,1997,Cavas Hill
12.8,Red,US,"Rough and earthy, it's Cabernet-ish in the black currant aromas, but exceedingly tannic on the palate. This gum-numbing harshness is unrelieved by fruit or ripe sweetness of any kind. It's surprisingly unfriendly for a Paso Robles red wine.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Wild Horse 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wild Horse
,Red,France,"House of God it may be, but it is a thin and uninteresting style of wine. One searches for some old-vine character without success; instead it seems like generic Burgundy.",Maison Dieu Vielles Vignes,17,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Nicolas Potel 2000 Maison Dieu Vielles Vignes  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2000-maison-dieu-vielles-vignes-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2000,Nicolas Potel
11.5,Red,Italy,"Earth, cherry and tobacco aromas and flavors let you know it's mostly Sangiovese, but it also contains small amounts of Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia. Its tart cherry flavors leave a lean impression on the palate that's followed by a dose of chocolate on the finish.",,10,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Coli 2000  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-2000-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2000,Coli
13,Red,Argentina,"This oak-aged blend has a very odd mix of aromas: green herbs, baking spices and strawberry sucking candy (but very little fruit). The palate is lean and dry, while the finish is surprisingly sweet, with a flavor of red licorice. Some coffee and wood spice also is detectable.",Prestigio,15,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fundacion de Mendoza 1999 Prestigio Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fundacion-mendoza-1999-prestigio-red-mendoza/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Fundacion de Mendoza
12.5,Red,Spain,"With lean, leathery aromas, this wine seems like it has been stretched to its maximum. The generic raspberry fruit is clean, but fails to offer any excitement. The finish is dull and dry, but ultimately it's also clean and smooth. There is nothing really off in this wine, but by the same token there's nothing to hang your hat on, either.",Reserva 1997,8,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Estola 1997 Reserva 1997 Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estola-1997-reserva-1997-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,1997,Estola
12.5,Red,Spain,"For a not-so-old wine, it shows many signs of being old. A rusty color and drying cherry fruit are the most pronounced. The nose, meanwhile, has some cherry and leather aromas, but even they are weak. It's not bad, but it seems tired, and that's the most you can say",Gran Civet Hill Crianza,8,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,Cavas Hill 1999 Gran Civet Hill Crianza Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-hill-1999-gran-civet-crianza-red-penedes/,Red Blend,1999,Cavas Hill
12.5,Red,Spain,"The color was transparent, as were the flavors. It's a bit of a thin wine, with some strawberry fruit and accents of wood and char on the finish.",Reserva,13,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 1996 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-1996-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1996,Campo Viejo
12.5,Red,France,"For a simple Bourgogne, it comes in a package befitting a grand cru, with a bottle heavy enough to rechristen the Queen Mary. But where's the flavor? Light, vinegary scents lead into a thin, generic, undistinguished red wine.",Première,15,83,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Calvet 1999 Première  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1999-premiere-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1999,Calvet
13,Red,France,Green herbs and lima beans with a touch of tobacco make up the nose on this Merlot. Flavors of red plums and dried earth lead to a green finish that is drying on the palate.,,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2000,Barton & Guestier
,Red,France,"Old wood shows up in the aromas and on the palate, along with some sweet fruit. Light acidity gives it shape, but the fruit is somewhat unbalanced.",,,83,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Château André Ziltener 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-andre-ziltener-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château André Ziltener
14.7,Red,US,"Dark, dry, tannic and acidic, this is a wine that needs big, rich foods, or else a good deal of time in the cellar. Doesn't offer much now beyond heft.",Safari Vineyard,18,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Coulson Eldorado 2000 Safari Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coulson-eldorado-2000-safari-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2000,Coulson Eldorado
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Wood-driven spicy aromas dominate the bouquet, which offers too little fruit and only a hint of clove. Raspberry and red cherry flavors come before a dry, simple woody finish. Given the light, lean body weight of this wine, the oak comes on a bit strong and drying.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2000 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2000-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Alamos
,Red,US,"Opens with scents of cherries and chocolate, with a dusty, earthy streak. Turns fruity and overly sweet in the mouth, with flavors of cassis liqueur. The tannins and acids are rustic.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Cartlidge & Browne 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Cartlidge & Browne
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The nose is a bit stemmy and the mouth is hard, but the fruit is bright and snappy. If the tannins were softer and the feel more charming, this would have much more going for it. Alas, as it is it's rather unforgiving.",,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Carlos Basso 2000 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2000-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Carlos Basso
,Red,Spain,"The nose is open and musky. Dark and deep flavors of cherry and plum seem a bit unrefined and robust. The finish is dry and tannic, so much so that it coats your mouth. It's a fruit ball with power, but one without much balance or structure.",Vino Tinto,9,83,Levante,Jumilla,,Puerta de Granada 2000 Vino Tinto Tempranillo (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-granada-2000-vino-tinto-tempranillo-jumilla/,Tempranillo,2000,Puerta de Granada
,Red,US,"From the warmer, northeast corner of the appellation, and vines averaging 45 years of age, a powerful wine that is a victim of its own excess. It's a classic case of too much alcohol (18.5%), too much heat, and residual sugar that tastes sweet and Porty. Very high acidity helps, but there's not enough to create balance.",Ricci Vineyard - Old Vine,25,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mayo 2000 Ricci Vineyard - Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-2000-ricci-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Mayo
,Red,Spain,"A very grapey wine that's reminiscent of Concord grape juice on the nose. Cranberry and strawberry flavors come through on the palate, but it's essentially tart and lemony on the finish.",Piramide,20,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Montegaredo 2000 Piramide  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montegaredo-2000-piramide-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,2000,Montegaredo
,Red,US,"Young Cabernet aromas of cassis and well-smoked oak yield to varietal flavors of blackberries in this dry wine. The tannins are ultrasoft in the modern Napa style. It's a paint-by-the-numbers wine, made worse by fruit so thin it completely disappears on the finish.",Private Reserve,50,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frias 1998 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frias-1998-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Frias
,Red,US,"A blend of Dry Creek and Alexander Valley grapes that were picked superripe, resulting in an almost Port-like wine, although thankfully they vinified it dry. The winemaker calls it “brooding and intense.” I find it cumbersome and awkward. But this alcoholic, big Zin perfectly illustrates one extreme of a school of thought in California, and you either like it or you don't.",,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Spencer Roloson 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Spencer Roloson
,Red,US,"Smells hot and vegetal, with aromas suggesting canned asparagus, although there are some riper blackberry flavors in the mouth. Very dry and properly structured, with a dusty finish.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,ForestVille
12.5,Red,Argentina,"The wine kicks off with raisin and lemon pith notes. Next come sweet but off-kilter flavors of prune, boysenberry and sugar beet. The finish is packed in tight, but the core is a bit sour. This wine is like the proverbial hare: It starts out fast but fades before the finish line.",Anastasia,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fillipo Figar 2000 Anastasia Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fillipo-figar-2000-anastasia-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Fillipo Figar
13,Red,France,"Cola and cherry notes show in this medium-weight, brightly acidic wine. The high-strung Gamay fruit shows a tautness that demands food, which it should cut well with (and through)—unless you really like puckered cheeks and lips. Has length and some back-end tannins to lose. This should come into better balance through 2003, but will always be racy.",,14,84,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Georges Duboeuf 2001  Fleurie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2001-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2001,Georges Duboeuf
13.5,Red,Spain,"Yeast, creosote, mercaptans and baked apple aromas are odd companions to flavors of blackberry and mulling spice. Although the tannins and acidity have a bit of grip, the midpalate seems a bit thin and watery.",Crianza 1996,23,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Conde de Siruela 1996 Crianza 1996  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conde-siruela-1996-crianza-1996-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1996,Conde de Siruela
,Sparkling,US,,Grand Spumante,7,84,California,California Other,California,Cook's NV Grand Spumante  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-nv-grand-spumante-california-22981/,Champagne Blend,,Cook's
13.5,Red,Italy,"Leather, earth and oak scents define the nose. The palate is razor sharp, featuring a blast of pie cherry and bitter chocolate. If red fruit is your bag, then by all means dig in. But the feeling here is that most folks will find this to be overly tart, almost sour. The acidity is piercing and the wine just isn't that friendly.",,40,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Aldo Conterno 1999  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldo-conterno-1999-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Aldo Conterno
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Some dusty, leathery aromas start this wine out, and the bouquet never matures beyond leaf and forest floor. Some sweet grapey flavors chime in on the palate, and that taste is something similar to sugar beets. The light cherry-tinged finish offers a bit of depth, but not much.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Alamos
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The berry aromas are faint, much weaker than the grassy notes alongside. The flavors are of candied red fruit: think red licorice. The finish is heavy and expansive. While not bad, there is no complexity here.",Cosecha,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 2000 Cosecha Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-2000-cosecha-tempranillo-blend-mendoza/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Alta Vista
,Red,US,"Marred by excessively raisiny aromas and flavors. Zinfandel is notoriously uneven to ripen, and this crop seems to have been marked by overripe grapes that made their way into the blend. It's dry, with soft Paso tannins and acids, but the balance is off.",Zinphony,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 1999 Zinphony Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1999-zinphony-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Hunt Cellars
,Red,US,"Rough going, with herbal, raisiny aromas and raw tannins in the mouth. There's some good fruit down deep but it's pushed aside. The wine is also soft. Not a promising start for a debut release.",Echo Valley,27,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Valentine 1999 Echo Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentine-1999-echo-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Valentine
,Red,US,"Rough and country-style, with jagged tannins and sharp acids. The flavors are jammy and ripe enough, with black cherry and black raspberry, tobacco, coffee and lots of spice, and it's dry as a tomb. But it is a little ordinary.",,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Gabrielli 1999 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabrielli-1999-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Gabrielli
,Red,Austria,,Zweigelt,,84,Mittelburgenland,,,Werner Duschanek 2000 Zweigelt Red (Mittelburgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/werner-duschanek-2000-zweigelt-red-mittelburgenland/,Red Blend,2000,Werner Duschanek
,Red,US,"Enormously high in alcohol, nearly 16%, which is the cost of fully fermenting the wine to dryness. Heat buries the wild berry flavors, and the finish picks up a hint of raisins. If you like this style, you'll like this wine.",Cellar Select,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2000 Cellar Select Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2000-cellar-select-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2000,Perry Creek
13.5,White,Argentina,"Flowery, fresh aromas with a hint of butterscotch get things going, followed by an ordinary Chardonnay palate of apples and pears. The finish is full and textured, but a tad clumsy, too. Good, but somewhat ordinary.",Coleccion Privada,16,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2001 Coleccion Privada Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2001-coleccion-privada-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Navarro Correas
,Red,US,"A solid, clean red wine, dry and rustic. That sounds like a backhanded compliment but it's the truth. Doesn't pretend to be anything more than a competent Cabernet at an affordable price.",Vineyard Reserve,10,84,California,California Other,California,Bandiera 2000 Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandiera-2000-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Bandiera
13.3,Red,US,"Lots of plump, ripe, juicy fruit in this dry red wine, at an affordable price. The flavors range from plums and currants to tobacco, and there's a racy edge of oak.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,ForestVille
13,White,Australia,"The whole lot of this Chard did 9 to 10 months' time in French and American oak, which might explain why it tastes more of nuts, coconut and vanilla then it does of fruit. Hazelnut, hickory and toasty on the nose; closes with lemon, oak and vanilla.",Reserve,20,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2001-reserve-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,James Estate
,Red,Australia,"Smells like a cozy night next to the fireplace, with smoke, ash, oak and dried herb aromas. There's a green-herb streak laced through the black cherry flavors, but it's supersoft and easy in the mouth. Finishes short, with some burned oak and sour berry flavors.",,13,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,James Estate 2000 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,James Estate
,Red,US,"From the warm Estrella region, this Cabernet, though not without its charms, can't quite hide raisiny aromas and flavors of blackberry and cassis. Tannins and acids are very soft.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Robert Hall
,Rose,US,"Seems to have earned its reserve status by dint of high alcohol and superripe fruit, but for me, these are negatives. A strong note of raisins and prunes assaults the nose; hot flavors mar the flavors. The finish is hot, peppery and awkwardly sweet.",Reserve,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 2000 Reserve Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-2000-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,2000,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,Spain,"Earth, mushroom and raspberry aromas open the show for this popular blend of Garnacha and Cariñena. Red raspberry flavors are most prominent on the palate, while the chunky finish is big but not terribly classy. This seems too awkward to rate higher, but it does have its merits.",Sangre do Toro,11,84,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Torres 2000 Sangre do Toro Red (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2000-sangre-toro-red-catalonia/,Red Blend,2000,Torres
12,Red,Italy,"This wine lacks a bit of intensity, but does boast a wonderfully smooth, supple mouthfeel. Aromas of leather give way to flavors of dried fruits and nuts on the palate.",Riserva,12,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Coli 1998 Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Coli
,Red,US,"This winery's basic Zinfandel tastes, well, basic. It has clove and tobacco notes and some nuances of riper berries, but you get the feeling they put everything good into the single-vineyard wines. This isn't bad stuff, but you can get a whole lot more for your money elsewhere.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,De Loach
,Red,US,"A blend from all over the valley, it brings to mind blackberries and cassis, and earthier notes of chocolate and tobacco. This is a good wine, but it's seriously overpriced. It lacks the layers of refinement you're entitled to expect. There's a syrupy feeling in the mouth, and the finish is rough and bitter.",,44,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Spelletich Cellars
11.5,Red,Italy,"Starts off with peach, almond and cherry aromas and stays light and fruity in the mouth, with simple stone-fruit flavors. With its light tannins, it's made to drink now. Suck it down with a quick bite at your local pizza place.",,7,84,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Coli 2000  Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-2000-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,2000,Coli
,Dessert,Austria,"Hedgerow fruit is heavily aromatic with thick texture and layers of sweetness. This is a rich, concentrated, syrupy wine, with aromatic fruit, but it lacks acidity for balance.",TBA Rheinriesling,35,84,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 1998 TBA Rheinriesling Riesling (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-1998-tba-rheinriesling-neusiedlersee/,Riesling,1998,Helmut Lang
13.8,Red,US,,Esperanza Vineyard,10,84,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Echelon 2000 Esperanza Vineyard Syrah (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2000-esperanza-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-clarksburg/,Syrah,2000,Echelon
13,Red,South Africa,"Red and black fruit and spicy oak aromas segue into a palate that offers green herb, black fruit and lots of oak. Ditto for the finish, with its dry earth and plum skin flavors. Not the fullest-bodied wine out there, either. 45,000 cases made.",,10,84,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,US,"A likeable, country-style wine, plump and juicy. The tannins are angular and rough, and the finish is hot and tarry, but the cherry pie-crust flavors are deep and satisfying. A blend of Mourvèdre, Syrah and Grenache.",Bone Blend,24,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dover Canyon 2001 Bone Blend Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dover-canyon-2001-bone-blend-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2001,Dover Canyon
,White,France,This is a pleasing wine that is simple and refreshing. The stone fruit flavors have an oiliness that is cleansed by the acidity on the finish. A nice picnic wine.,Tradition,,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Barton & Guestier 2001 Tradition  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2001-tradition-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Barton & Guestier
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Heavy aromas of wood, dark chocolate and black plums get this uncommon varietal going. Chewy strawberry and chocolate run rough over the palate, and the finish is large and packed with coffee flavor. Fans of fruit balls may dig this, but if balance and complexity are what you're after, keep looking.",,13,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2000 Bonarda (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2000-other-red-bonarda-mendoza/,Bonarda,2000,Alamos
,Red,US,"Dark as the grave, and pretty closed in the aroma right now, offering up hints of blackberry, pepper, earth, chocolate and bacon. Tastes late-picked, with pruny flavors and lots of mouth-numbing tannins, although the alcohol is a modest 13.7%. What it lacks in depth and nuance it makes up for with sheer chutzpah.",Flagship,,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Whaler 1999 Flagship Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whaler-1999-flagship-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1999,Whaler
13.9,Red,Argentina,"In 1997 Jean-Michel Arcaute of Château Clinet in Bordeaux began this Argentinean venture, and this blend of 80% Malbec and 20% Cabernet is supposed to be the best wine from the property. Admittedly, 1998 was a wet year, but this wine has green bean aromas, a clumsy, bulky palate of nondescript red fruit, and wall-to-wall tannins on top of sweet, sugary flavors.",Alto,60,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 1998 Alto Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-1998-alto-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1998,Alta Vista
,Red,US,"Herculean efforts went into making this expensive wine rich and complex. They gave it their hearts, but the effort falls short. The vintage didn't help. It's partly ripe, partly unripe. It's rugged in the mouth, with a simple nature, and the finish turns sharp. It's not going anywhere.",Private Reserve,36,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Château Julien
13,Red,Spain,"Sweet is the best way to describe the nose, which pushes heavy doses of maple and molasses. The palate's black cherry flavors are clean and forward, but all in all this wine suffers from too much driving acidity. The acids literally sweat the tongue",Tinto,17,84,Catalonia,Priorat,,Castellflorit 1999 Tinto Garnacha (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellflorit-1999-tinto-grenache-garnacha-priorat/,Garnacha,1999,Castellflorit
,Red,Italy,"The pale color and aromas of ripe strawberries and ripe fruit blend comfortably with the new wood flavors. This is a light, almost fresh style of wine.",Rocche,84,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vietti 1998 Rocche Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1998-rocche-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Vietti
13.5,Red,US,"A nice Cabernet at a nice price, this pleasant wine offers rich varietal character in a straightforward way. The blackberry and cassis flavors are enhanced with smoky oak notes, and it's dry and clean.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Ironstone
13.5,Red,South Africa,"With 40,000 cases produced, FDC's entry-level Merlot is the biggest Merlot brand in South Africa—and this wine tastes it. It's a big-production, safe Merlot with anise-tinged oak and indistinct berry fruit flavors. A bit one-dimensional in the mouth, it closes with dried herb, and a tarry, minerally finish.",,10,84,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,2000,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,Portugal,"The baby brother to the richer, more robust Carmo red is light and fruity enough, with an emphasis on red raspberries and some buttery oak. Unfortunately, it doesn't really have the stuffing to hold up to food. And it isn't a sipping wine, either. So it sort of falls neither here nor there.",Dom Martinho,15,84,Alentejo,,,Quinta do Carmo 1998 Dom Martinho Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-carmo-1998-dom-martinho-red-alentejo/,Red Blend,1998,Quinta do Carmo
15.5,Red,US,"Sweet aromas of berry jam and white pepper. In the mouth, it's extracted and jammy, with rich berry flavors. It also has soft acids and tannins, with some residual sugar. Extremely high alcohol makes it hot. You either like this approach, or you don't.",Cellar Select - Spanish Creek Ranch,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2000 Cellar Select - Spanish Creek Ranch Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2000-cellar-select-spanish-ranch-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,2000,Perry Creek
,Red,France,". Strong, penetrating scents of spice and resin power the nose. The fruit tastes of tart berries and plums, with just a tiny suggestion of cocoa in the finish. Though this wine is light and short, it is still flavorful.",Oak Aged,13,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Mommessin 2000 Oak Aged  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2000-oak-aged-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,2000,Mommessin
13,Red,France,"A supple mouthfeel is the best part of this overtly oaky wine. The overbearing wood so obscures the slightly roasted quality of thefruit that it's hard to make much of it. Some interesting coffee and cola notes show on the back end, but the wood still reigns supreme.",Vieilles Vignes,17,84,Beaujolais,Fleurie,,Potel-Aviron 2000 Vieilles Vignes  (Fleurie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potel-aviron-2000-vieilles-vignes-gamay-fleurie/,Gamay,2000,Potel-Aviron
,Red,US,"From Nevada County, this wine is full of black currant flavors and dry tannins. The trick, of course, is to get Cabernet to taste fancy and pedigreed. No sense buying a rustic Cabernet at any price—we have Zin for that.",,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Nevada City 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nevada-city-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Nevada City
13.5,Red,US,"A Merlot that aims for the fences and manages a single. The fruit just can't get it up. Herbaceous, even vegetal notes are tarted up by oak, but even after nearly four years of age, the wine maintains its lean, hard, acidic edge.",Reserve Cuvee,35,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Reserve Cuvee Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-reserve-cuvee-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
12.4,Red,US,"Dark and fruity, with blackberry and sage flavors edged with rustic tannins. Very dry, with some richness in the finish.",Barrel Select,10,84,California,California Other,California,Silver Ridge 1999 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-ridge-1999-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Silver Ridge
13,Red,Spain,"A straightforward, simple and light wine with dusty old cedar and beet aromas. Strawberry and rhubarb flavors take it to the finish short and simple.",Crianza,11,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Valdelana 1999 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdelana-1999-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1999,Valdelana
,Red,US,". From a little-known appellation in a warmer, eastern part of Napa, a rather hot, rugged and raisiny wine. Alcohol of 15% backs up overripe berry flavors that verge on prunes, while hefty tannins make your tongue feel sticky and furry. This wine will appeal to some, but lovers of balance will find it excessive.",,30,84,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,Spencer Roloson 1999 Zinfandel (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-1999-zinfandel-chiles-valley-20383/,Zinfandel,1999,Spencer Roloson
,Red,France,"This is a dry style of wine, with light, fresh red fruit and some dry tannins. The wine lacks concentration, but is perfectly pleasant.",,37,84,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Louis Jadot 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Louis Jadot
13,White,Australia,"Yellow fruit on the palate is cloaked in plenty of toasty vanilla and a thick, syrupy mouthfeel; yellow fruit (pineapple, pear) aromas have both buttered toast and citrus accents. Finishes bright, sweet and a touch metallic.",Sundara,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,James Estate 2001 Sundara Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2001-sundara-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,James Estate
13,Red,US,"It's hard to find inexpensive Merlot that's good, but here's one. True, it's tannic. There's a numbing quality that stuns the palate. But there are pretty blackberry flavors, and it's very dry, with good acids. With the right foods, it will do just fine.",Coastal Selection,11,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mirassou 1999 Coastal Selection Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-coastal-selection-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1999,Mirassou
12.5,Red,Spain,"The nose has earth and chocolate aromas, but mostly it's about oak—big, driving oak. That same heavy   woodiness lays across the palate, effectively masking any fruit that might lie below. And the finish is pure butter, vanilla and menthol. Simply put: too much oak for the fruit.",Gran Reserva,14,84,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Viña Albali 1995 Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-albali-1995-gran-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,1995,Viña Albali
,Red,US,"Simple and dull, a soft, flat wine lacking vibrancy. The flavors are herbal, tending toward tobacco and sage. But there are some tough tannins that kick in on the finish.",Alden Vineyards,30,84,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 1998 Alden Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-alden-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Rodney Strong
14.3,Red,US,"Harvest heat took its toll. The wine suffers from raisiny fruit that shows up in the middle palate and really mars the finish. Too bad, because in all other respects this is a lovely wine: Beautiful tannins, perfect acidity and really nice blackberry and pepper flavors. Good Zin just shouldn't be raisiny, period.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 2000 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Lambert Bridge
12.5,Red,US,"Red berry aromas are accented with field greens and earth. There is a juicy feel to the wine that is simple, yet soft and pleasant.",,11,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 2000 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-2000-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Napa Ridge
13,Red,US,"This venerable private label winery pulls out all the stops with what may be their most expensive wine ever. It's dry, with plush, stylish tannins, but marred by excessive softness and, worse, overripe flavors of raisins. It's primarily from Dry Creek Valley, natural home to Zinfandel, but not the greatest source of Merlot, which needs cool weather for balance.",40th Anniversary Reserve,40,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Windsor 1999 40th Anniversary Reserve Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1999-40th-anniversary-reserve-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1999,Windsor
,Red,Cyprus,"A true country wine displaying aromas of black cherries, blueberries, hints of vanilla and a whiff of Port. A little dusty with baked fruit and solid tannins but lacking acidity.",Domaine D'Ahera Mavro,11,84,Cyprus,,,Keo NV Domaine D'Ahera Mavro Red (Cyprus),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keo-nv-domaine-dahera-mavro-red/,Red Blend,,Keo
,Red,US,"This is an austere Cabernet whose price causes sticker shock and is simply not worth it. It's dry, tart, thin and leathery, with suspiciously soft tannins. Hard to find a single flavor that isn't herbal. Makes you wonder what in the world is going on here.",Spring Mountain,60,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frias 1999 Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frias-1999-spring-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Frias
13,Red,Argentina,"With strawberry and candied cherry aromas, stewed rhubarb and butter flavors, and a warm, round finish, this wine is what it is: a sweet and chewy red whose best purpose is an introduction to the potential of Mendoza.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bodega Norton
,Red,US,"Simple and straightforward, with some berry flavors but basically an earthy, herbal wine. The tannins are fairly hefty, with decent acids. This blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot is too thin to merit a higher score.",Atelier,22,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 1999 Atelier Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1999-atelier-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Beckmen
,White,France,"Aromas of sweet fresh peas accentuate the slightly herbal minerality of the nose. The finish is crisp and light with grassy, herbal flavors.",Founder's Collection,10,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Barton & Guestier 2001 Founder's Collection  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2001-founders-collection-sauvignon-blanc-bordeaux/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Barton & Guestier
,Red,France,"The nose promises a bit of texture and flesh, and there are some slightly sweet, slightly caramelized flavors hinting at over-ripe fruit. A suggestion of green onion and fresh garlic creeps into the finish.",,39,84,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Calvet 1999  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1999-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,1999,Calvet
,Red,US,"The anticipation of opening a Stag's Leap Cabernet is always high, which is perhaps unfair. But there it is. This wine disappoints. Blackberry flavors sit next to leaner, herbal ones, and the tannins are dry and aggressive. But acidity is low and it feels gooey in the mouth. May mellow with some cellaring.",,45,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13,Red,Spain,"Aromas of celery and root beer mix with flavors of dried spice and chocolate. Not for the fruit lover, this wine needs to settle so the tannins and awkward acidity even out.",Roble,12,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Solorca 1999 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-solorca-1999-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Viña Solorca
,Rose,US,"Defines the appellation with its well-ripened wild berry fruit, dry, dusty tannins and elegant acids, but marred for me by the taste of raisins. Curiously, the reported alcohol is a modest 13.7%, and the wine doesn't taste hot. But those overripe flavors detract from an otherwise beautiful wine.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 2000 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Quivira
,Red,US,"In 1997 this wine was wonderfully rich. This year, it's not, instead providing less ripe flavors of tobacco, sage and mint. Those pretty tannins are there, soft and intricate, and the acidity is fine. It's a victim of its vintage.",Old Vine,14,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1998 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1998-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1998,Peirano
12.5,Red,Spain,"Tasty and tart, with interesting aromas of vanilla and lemon meringue pie. Strawberry flavors were zesty and accented with a little cedar. Drink and enjoy now.",Reserva,13,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1996 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1996-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1996,Marqués del Puerto
,Red,Austria,"A deeply colored, rich, complex, juicy wine with generous fruit. Piles of ripe flavors and delicious acidity. Powerful, open red fruits with a touch of spice build up to a fine but simple wine.",Umriss,25,85,Burgenland,,,Feiler-Artinger 2000 Umriss Blaufränkisch (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feiler-artinger-2000-umriss-other-red-blaufrankisch-burgenland/,Blaufränkisch,2000,Feiler-Artinger
13,Red,US,"Starts off with oaky aromas floating over cassis and blackberry, and turns exceptionally tannic in the mouth. Numbing, stunning, it's a palate shocker, and doesn't have the fruit to balance the tannins out. Superrich foods, like a leg of lamb, will fare best.",Estate,22,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Estate Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-estate-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1999,Château Julien
,Red,Portugal,,Palha-Cana Vinho Tinto,9,85,Estremadura,,,Casa Santos Lima 2000 Palha-Cana Vinho Tinto Red (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santos-lima-2000-palha-cana-vinho-tinto-red-estremadura/,Red Blend,2000,Casa Santos Lima
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The lean, racy aromas are akin to red currants, green tobacco and grass. The flavor profile is fairly one-dimensional, featuring red plum and little else. The finish has a full tannic grip along with licorice, but the same green from the bouquet rises up in the form of additional underripe flavors.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,San Carlos,,Carlos Basso 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (San Carlos),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlos-basso-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-san-carlos/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Carlos Basso
,Red,Italy,"This is a step up from Coli's straight Chianti, with bolder, more forceful aromas of earth, cherry and tobacco and an extra layer of weight on the palate. Like all of the Coli wines, it's based solely on traditional grapes; in this case, 80% Sangiovese, with lesser amounts of Canaiolo, Trebbiano and Malvasia.",,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Coli 2000  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-2000-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,Coli
13,White,France,This Chardonnay starts with tropical notes and butterscotch on the nose. The flavors blend creamy coconut and banana with a hint of toast. This is a good quaffing wine at a great price.,,7,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,Barton & Guestier
,White,New Zealand,"This wine is a bit rough around the edges, with strong citrus flavors and high acids. It's very dry and rather tart and astringent, with virtually no residual sugar. Yet it's clean and refreshing, a minerally, metallic wine that would be good with shellfish.",Whalesback Awatere Valley,18,85,Marlborough,,,Koura Bay 2001 Whalesback Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koura-bay-2001-whalesback-awatere-valley-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Koura Bay
,Red,US,"Patrick Campbell sought out old vineyards and found them in Lodi. The wine is big, rough and assaulting with blackberry-blueberry flavors. It is very dry, with the soft tannins and acids you'd expect from a warm climate. A good wine with pizza.",Za Zin,15,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Laurel Glen 2000 Za Zin Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2000-za-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,Laurel Glen
13,White,Australia,"A dusty floral-and-spice bouquet opens this medium-weight, unoaked Verdelho. Pear and tropical fruit flavors are also dimmed by dustiness. Medium-weight, it closes with tart fruit-pit, herbal notes.",,13,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 2001 Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2001-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,2001,James Estate
,Dessert,Austria,"There are aromas of vanilla and a touch of tropical fruits. The palate is soft and sweet, with some vanilla. There are hints of acidity underneath, but they are faint hints indeed.",TBA,35,85,Neusiedlersee,,,Helmut Lang 1997 TBA Chardonnay (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helmut-lang-1997-tba-chardonnay-neusiedlersee/,Chardonnay,1997,Helmut Lang
13.5,Red,Argentina,"The bouquet is kind of flat and mute; what does emerge is mostly bubble gum and far-off bramble. The palate is better, as it offers some cassis, earthy mushroom, and also a little bit of green bell pepper. The warm, moderately tannic finish is solid, but the wine isn't terribly rich or structured. It has a candied personality, which fans of sweeter wines should like.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1999 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1999-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,1999,Bodega Norton
14.5,Red,US,"There's pretty blackberry fruit, and some notes of raisins and prunes. This big, rich and slightly sweet mountain wine from a hot wine region is rustic, honest and, in its own way, likeable.",Estate Bottled,12,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 2000 Estate Bottled Merlot (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-2000-estate-bottled-merlot-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Merlot,2000,Perry Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Displays nice tension between ripe, jammy blackberry fruit and earthier notes of bell pepper and tobacco, and the tannins are rich and deft. If the wine has a fault, it's excesssive softness. Those pretty flavors just sit on the palate; they don't dance.",Mirassou Harvest Reserve Merlot,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Mirassou Harvest Reserve Merlot Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-harvest-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1999,Mirassou
13,Red,Spain,"A tasty quaff from the well-known Sherry and Port house with good color, plummy aromas and a soft yet full mouth feel. The ripe cherry and cocoa flavors have instant appeal, as does the velvety texture. Though not deep, this is enjoyable. Closes easy, with cocoa and mild spice notes. Drink now–2004.",Solaz,7,85,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Osborne 2000 Solaz Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-2000-solaz-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-tierra-castilla/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,2000,Osborne
,Red,France,"There is a jumble of mixed fruits in the nose, along with some hints of vegetal character. In the mouth it feels a bit flat, perhaps slightly oxidized or simply travel-weary.",,36,85,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Nicolas Potel 2000  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-potel-2000-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,2000,Nicolas Potel
14.9,Red,US,"If you do not care for a heavy, syrupy style of Zinfandel, then don't try this. Although it isn't stewed, it's on that cusp in terms of ripeness. Earthy, barnyard aromas signal a deep, prune-driven palate. And the finish is also heavy, but by then the wine's coffee, toffee and chocolate notes might be growing on you.",,23,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 1999 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-1999-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Justin
,Red,Portugal,,Periquita,8,85,Azeitao,,,José Maria da Fonseca 1999 Periquita Red (Azeitao),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-1999-periquita-red-azeitao/,Red Blend,1999,José Maria da Fonseca
,Red,Argentina,"The immediate take on the bouquet is one of sweetness and freshness, but deeper down it's earthy, meaty and mildly green. Vibrant cassis and chocolate flavors grace the palate, but again a hint of green rises up. With good heft, racy acidity and solid tannins, this qualifies as a good bargain Cab.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tapiz
,Red,Portugal,"The fresh, popping all-fruit style of this light-bodied red makes it the cru Beaujolais of the Douro Valley. A distinct cherry flavor with some flowery accents renders it pleasant to quaff with grilled meats, or grilled vegetables, if that's your preference. It's a pop-the-cork-and-enjoy wine.",Duas Quintas,12,85,Douro,,,Ramos-Pinto 1999 Duas Quintas Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-1999-duas-quintas-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Ramos-Pinto
,Red,US,"Wow. This wine is dry to the point of austerity. And the tannins are powerful, leaving the palate numb. It's also on the alcoholic side. The core of black cherry fruit will wake up, soften and sweeten with rich foods like barbecue.",,16,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Single Leaf 1999 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/single-leaf-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1999,Single Leaf
,Red,France,"Here the scents are on the weedy side of Pinot, with stemmy, earthy notes prevailing. There is also some high-toned, candied fruit on the palate, but overall it just doesn't gel.",,15,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Simonnet-Febvre 1999  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonnet-febvre-1999-red-bourgogne/,Red Blend,1999,Simonnet-Febvre
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This Catena brand starts off light and leafy before gathering its legs and emitting a full blast of charcoal oak. The cherry and raspberry flavors flow on the medium-bodied palate, with chewy black fruit and chocolate appearing late on the finish. Although nothing in particular stands out, it's yet another solid Argentinean Cab for the cost-conscious shopper.",Maipu,12,85,Other,Argentina,,Trumpeter 1999 Maipu Cabernet Sauvignon (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-1999-maipu-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Trumpeter
,Red,US,"A young, jammy Zin whose fresh wild berry flavors drink sharp, almost aggressive. Acidity is high, and the wine has a freshness and vivacity that's best savored in its youth. A blend of Sonoma Valley and Dry Creek Valley grapes. —",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 2000 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Sebastiani
13.5,Red,Spain,"The nose is leathery and earthy, but not very fruity. Some red plum and raspberry appears on the lean, tangy palate, while the finish is tight and hard-edged. The wine has nice fruit and a clean taste profile, but it's also a bit sharp.",Crianza,7,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Coto de Hayas 1998 Crianza Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-1998-crianza-red-campo-borja/,Red Blend,1998,Coto de Hayas
13.5,Red,Argentina,"For the times where you want a good, clean red wine but still want to keep it under ten bucks, give this a try. Full and forceful plum and licorice aromas start it off, followed by full berry fruit on the palate and then a spicy, dry finish.",Xplorador,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Concha y Toro 2000 Xplorador Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-xplorador-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Concha y Toro
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Anyone who enjoys a meaty, over-the-top Syrah, one that's full of bacon, leather and supercharged tannins, should try this. The palate is like blueberry pie, but with smoky bacon on top. The finish is chewy and long. This wine borders on being cloying—it's that rich. Best with fatty ribs or cheeseburgers.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2000 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,2000,Don Miguel Gascón
,Red,Argentina,". This old-vines red features an intriguing nose of lavender, citrus peel, sandalwood and cherry. In the mouth, though, it's only medium in body and depth, with sharp acids driving red-berry fruit. Lushness, frequently the premier component of Argentinean Malbec, just isn't here.",,15,85,Mendoza Province,Tupungato,,Cavas del Valle 2000 Malbec (Tupungato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavas-valle-2000-malbec-tupungato/,Malbec,2000,Cavas del Valle
12.5,Red,Spain,"This is a lighter-styled wine that is introduced by liqueur, tree bark and charcoal aromas. The bright raspberry palate features vital acids and only in the finish does some vanilla oak raise its head. This light, somewhat tart and open wine is worth a try with food.",Crianza,8,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Castillo de Olite 1998 Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-olite-1998-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,1998,Castillo de Olite
,Red,US,"A sturdy red wine at a good price, marked by blackberry flavors, some green, minty notes and dry tannins. It's clean and well balanced, with a brisk finish.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,R.H. Phillips
,Red,US,"Earthy, with plum, sage and raisin aromas. Very soft, pretty texture, with delicate tannins. The fruit is thin and herbal and lets the acidity dominate the palate. Still, it's saved by the pedigree of terroir.",Soda Canyon,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bighorn 1998 Soda Canyon Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bighorn-1998-soda-canyon-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Bighorn
,Red,France,,,6,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Le Drot 1998  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-le-drot-1998-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Château Le Drot
,Red,US,"There are some plum and blackberry notes in this dry, rather soft wine. There are also numbing tannins, but they're negotiable. It struggles to achieve richness because, after all, the vintage was lousy, and Monterey (outside Carmel Valley) has yet to make the case for Bordeaux reds.",Private Reserve,30,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Private Reserve Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-private-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1998,Château Julien
,Red,Italy,"This is a lightweight, with soft, strawberry fruit flavors and just a layer of soft, dry tannins that hint at a sense of missed power.",Brunate,84,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Vietti 1998 Brunate Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1998-brunate-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Vietti
,Red,Argentina,"The sturdy but hardly overpowering nose of violets and bacon is pure Malbec. So is the black cherry fruit and notes of coffee that you get on the palate. A fairly clean cherries-and-vanilla finish is solid at first before fading quickly. Very typical for its class, but a tad thin and monotone.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2000 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2000-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Tapiz
,Red,US,"A blast of oak hits you right off, smacking of vanilla and toast. Then you sip, and the ripe blackberry and pepper flavors kick in. Dry and rich, with substantial tannins, this is a big, rustic wine. There's nothing shy about it.",Reeves,16,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sierra Vista 1999 Reeves Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-1999-reeves-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1999,Sierra Vista
13.7,Red,US,"This winery, in official notes on this wine, calls the vintage “erratic,” and indeed it was. With every new release of a '98 Cab, the judgment is confirmed. This wine is sharp, tannic and herbaceous, dominated by green olive aromas and flavors that well-toasted oak can't fatten. Drink early.",Reserve,38,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Distinctly Zinny, with peppery, dark berry flavors and a brambly character that veers into raisins and cassis. Nearly 15% alcohol makes the wine hot and heady, although there's no residual sugar. This country-style Zin is overpriced.",,30,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Granite Springs 2000 Zinfandel (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granite-springs-2000-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Zinfandel,2000,Granite Springs
13,Red,Argentina,,Colección Privada,16,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Navarro Correas 2000 Colección Privada Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-correas-2000-coleccion-privada-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Navarro Correas
,Sparkling,Argentina,,Fresco Brut,11,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Domaine Chandon NV Fresco Brut  (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-fresco-brut-sparkling-mendoza/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"There's a tough streak of herbs and tomato that overshadows the blackberry fruit here, and despite fine tannins and a nice, velvety mouthfeel, that vegetal tone persists through the finish. Rich, oily foods will help to soften and sweeten it.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Diamond Ridge 2000 Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-ridge-2000-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,2000,Diamond Ridge
13,Red,Argentina,"A solid example of the varietal, with deeply earthy, peppery aromas, and it is certainly as clean as any wine on earth. Yet the flavors have been stretched. This leaves the strong tannins alone on the palate. Still, with almost anything you could fit on a backyard barbecue, this would be fine.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1999 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1999,Balbi
,White,Austria,"A wine full of spicy aromas, along with lemon sorbet. The palate is crisp, quite green, with high acidity. A crisply refreshing, simple wine that leaves a fine, clean aftertaste.",Trocken Pinot Grigio,13,85,Weinviertel,,,Weinbau Zahel 2001 Trocken Pinot Grigio Pinot Grigio (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinbau-zahel-2001-trocken-pinot-grigio-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-weinviertel/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Weinbau Zahel
14,White,South Africa,"This Chard is 100% barrel fermented, with battonage once a week; 70% of the barrels were new. Snyman admits that it saw “maybe a touch too much new wood,” a statement with which the panel was inclined to agree. Yellow fruit and toasty wood stand out on the palate; the nose offers nice nut and floral notes, and gets toastier with aeration. 15,000 cases produced.",,9,85,Stellenbosch,,,Fleur Du Cap 2001 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2001-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2001,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,France,,,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Gérard Bertrand 2001 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerard-bertrand-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2001,Gérard Bertrand
12.5,Red,Spain,"The nose is chunky and meaty, but also kind of confusing; it doesn't really lead you anywhere. The palate is intense, even if it's mildy sweet and a tad sugary. This wine is definitely one dimensional, but it has proper weight to it and a rich mouthfeel.",Los Molinos,7,85,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Felix Solis 2001 Los Molinos Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felix-solis-2001-los-molinos-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2001,Felix Solis
13,Red,Spain,"Tight, dusty, dark and baked on the nose. Tart cherry, caramel, leather and tobacco follow up on the palate. Finishes a bit awkwardly, with gritty, overpowering tannins.",Tinto,23,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pesquera 1999 Tinto  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pesquera-1999-tinto-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1999,Pesquera
12.5,Red,France,"Fresh and forward, with ample strawberry and cherry aromas. The mouthfeel is slightly sharp, so the cherry fruit seems to run a bit fast over the palate, while the finish is surprisingly light and simple. Overall it's a lightweight, but a pleasant one.",Chateau De Montmelas,10,85,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Mommessin 2001 Chateau De Montmelas  (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-2001-chateau-montmelas-gamay-villages/,Gamay,2001,Mommessin
13,Red,France,"A very appealing dark berry, violet and game nose opens this dense, smooth wine. But the wood sits heavily on the ripe, plush (for Gamay) fruit. This has fine texture and good length, but the palate never quite shows what the aromas promise at the very strong start. If this opens with another year or two of aging, it has the potential to shine.",Vielles Vignes,17,85,Beaujolais,Moulin-à-Vent,,Potel-Aviron 2000 Vielles Vignes  (Moulin-à-Vent),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/potel-aviron-2000-vielles-vignes-gamay-moulin-a-vent/,Gamay,2000,Potel-Aviron
12.9,Red,US,"There aren't a lot of Napa Cabs at this price. Here's one, and it's pretty nice. Has classic blackberry and currant flavors, a hefty dose of oak, and is extremely dry with decent acids. A bit rough around the edges, but it might soften with a year or two in the bottle.",,12,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Napa Ridge
12,White,Spain,"The nose is flat, offering nothing offensive but also nothing terribly attractive. Lemon and green apple flavors define the tart palate, while the finish is zippy and acidic, but not piercingly so.",,20,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Do Ferreiro 2001 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreiro-2001-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2001,Do Ferreiro
11.5,White,Italy,"This is an example of what Coli does best: A light, fruity wine that would be perfect washing down some fried calamari. The lemon and pear flavors have just enough acidity to ready your palate for the next bite, while the finish displays a moderately rich, dusty texture.",,7,85,Central Italy,Orvieto,,Coli 2001  Orvieto,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-2001-sangiovese-orvieto/,Sangiovese,2001,Coli
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A moderately disappointing effort from winemaker Steve Smith, MW. It starts off with promise, with buttery, toasty, reserve-style aromas, then picks up pear and tropical fruit notes. So far, so good. But it doesn't have the depth to rate any higher.",Seven Poplars Vineyard,,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 2000 Seven Poplars Vineyard Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2000-seven-poplars-vineyard-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2000,Craggy Range
11.5,White,Spain,"Light and simple, with indistinct aromas that carry a touch of honey. The wine is made from the Parellada grape, one of the components of Spanish cava. It features melon, apple and underripe banana flavors before a dry, smooth finish. It represents the epitome of a mellow and mild, but good white wine.",Vina Sol,10,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2001 Vina Sol White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-vina-sol-white-penedes/,White Blend,2001,Torres
,White,France,,Vichon Mediterranean Chardonnay,7,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Sieur d'Arques 2001 Vichon Mediterranean Chardonnay Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sieur-darques-2001-vichon-mediterranean-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2001,Sieur d'Arques
12.5,Red,Spain,,,7,85,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Senorio del Val 2000 Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-val-2000-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,2000,Senorio del Val
,Red,US,"Rough-and-ready Zin that captures the grape's wild and woolly side. Briary berry flavors mingle with earthy tobacco notes and soft tannins to produce a fun, everyday wine that seems perfect with barbecue.",,19,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 2000 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2000-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Seghesio
14.5,Red,US,"Somewhat herbal, with hints of blackberry, cherry and spice. The tannins are moderate, as is the finish, with a dash of pepper at the end.",Reserve,38,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1998 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1998-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Markham
,Red,Greece,"Great aromas of marinated grilled meat and steak sauce. The flavors are also meaty and blend in mulberry and spice. Medium-weight, ending simple and soft. Have with grilled lamb or by itself.",,9,85,Corinth,,,Kouros 1999 Red (Corinth),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kouros-1999-red-corinth/,Red Blend,1999,Kouros
,Red,US,"Fewer regions are more sensitive to site selection for Merlot than Santa Barbara County. Put it in a cool spot, and it turns vegetal. This wine has some of those notorious asparagus flavors that can plague South Coast Bordeaux varietals. It's extremely well made, but can't overcome this basic shortcoming.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2000 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2000-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,2000,Sunstone
,Red,US,"There's some blackberry fruit under fairly sturdy tannins, but this dry, austere wine is mainly marked by earth and herbs now. It may soften and fatten up in a few years.",,24,85,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 1999 Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-1999-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,1999,Summers
,Red,US,"Dark and plummy, a wine grown in a hot region where the grapes got very ripe and the acidity is low. As a result it's got sweet dark berry and stone fruit flavors, but seems a little flat on the palate, with dusty tannins.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Hall 2000 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hall-2000-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,2000,Robert Hall
13.6,Red,US,"Fruity and simple, with plum and pepper flavors and a hard edge of tannins. A dry, drinkable young wine to have with barbecued pork ribs and similar fare.",Estate Bottled,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Kunde
,Red,Austria,"An exotic if undemanding wine, with ripe raspberry fruit on the nose and a touch of vanilla. The palate has firm, dry tannins, with a rather stalky element, red fruit, paprika and spice. The aftertaste is firm and dry.",Blauer Zweigelt,15,85,Neusiedlersee,,,Weinkellerei Tiedl 2000 Blauer Zweigelt Red (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinkellerei-tiedl-2000-blauer-zweigelt-red-neusiedlersee/,Red Blend,2000,Weinkellerei Tiedl
,Red,France,"Soft wine, with ripe tannins, dry fruit at the end, and flavors of southern herbs and wild fruits. A rich wine, with a streak of power under the sophisticated exterior. At this stage, the southern flavors and modern sophistication clash. This could come around in 2–3 years, although it is hard to predict with confidence. —R.V.",Oak Aged,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Vins Skalli 1999 Oak Aged Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vins-skalli-1999-oak-aged-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,Les Vins Skalli
13.6,Red,US,"There's nice, plush fruit here, plums and blackberries, framed in fairly aggressive tannins that are young and fresh. The wine is dry and round enough to drink with rich red meats, but really would benefit with a year two in the cellar.",Wetzel Family Estate - Estate Bottled,20,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2000 Wetzel Family Estate - Estate Bottled Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2000-wetzel-family-estate-estate-bottled-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,2000,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"This opening salvo is O.K., but this wine has a ways to go before it elbows its way into the top league. Dark, with earth, sage and blackberry aromas and flavors. It's soft, with overripe, raisiny notes in the finish.",,50,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Arger-Martucci 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arger-martucci-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Arger-Martucci
13.5,White,Israel,"Flowery in the nose, with notes of honey, banana and butter. Without doubt it screams “Chardonnay,” and the tropical fruit and coconut flavors announce that it received plenty of oak during the making process. The finish is also full of wood, so you had better like well-oaked Chards if this is going to appeal to you. In its favor, the texture is creamy and easygoing.",Yarden,17,85,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 2000 Yarden Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-2000-yarden-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,2000,Golan Heights Winery
13,Red,Argentina,"This is a youthful wine that's a bit rough right now. It starts out with bacon and tar-like aromas before shifting into a mouthful of cherry fruit. The finish is tight and grainy, while the overall profile is tannic and jumpy. Some time in the bottle should help it all come together.",Anastasia,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fillipo Figar 2001 Anastasia Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fillipo-figar-2001-anastasia-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Fillipo Figar
12.5,Red,France,"Ample, flavorful Gamay elements show from the nose through the finish, offering appealing tart red berry and herb aromas and flavors plus a good, tangy palate texture. Finishes tart and dry, with surprising body.",,12,85,Beaujolais,Chiroubles,,Georges Duboeuf 2001  Chiroubles,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2001-gamay-chiroubles/,Gamay,2001,Georges Duboeuf
13,Red,Italy,"From a small plot within the Brunello region, Coli makes approximately 1,000 cases of this wine per year, aged traditionally for 48 months in oak. Soft and light for a Brunello, it's still a good wine, with pretty aromas of tobacco, earth and tart cherries.",,34,85,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Coli 1995  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1995-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1995,Coli
,Red,US,"Hard to believe the grapes were picked in August—but they got really ripe under the intense mountain sunlight. There's a purity of wild berry flavors that's attractive. It has nowhere near the depth or stuffing of coastal bottlings, though—despite the pretty flavors, that's a problem.",Doe Mill Ranch,28,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,De Loach 2000 Doe Mill Ranch Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-doe-mill-ranch-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,2000,De Loach
13,Red,Argentina,"Lean raspberry aromas carry a tinge of wheat and smoked meat. Cherry, bacon and buttery wood flavors steer the palate into a finish that's basically more of the same. This is the prototype of easy-drinking Malbecs. It's light and clean if not overwhelming or complex.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Bodega Norton
,White,New Zealand,"Softer, riper and sweeter than most current offerings, and so the apple and citrus flavors feel a bit flabby in the mouth. It's a rich, creamy wine, and finishes spicy and ripely fruity.",,11,85,Marlborough,,,Bladen 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bladen-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Bladen
,Red,US,"Made from some of the best Cabernet vineyards in the county, the wine struggles to overcome its fierce tannins and dry, herbal flavors. New French oak supplies smoky notes, but this can't cover up the lean fruit. Won't benefit from age, so drink now with rich meats and cheeses.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Beckmen 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Beckmen
,Red,France,The aromas of white pepper and blackberry fruit are simple but enjoyable. The black plum flavors mix with char and more spice to finish juicy and pleasant. A good by-the-glass red.,Tradition,,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Tradition Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-tradition-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Barton & Guestier
13,Red,US,"California Cabernet in at this price? This one tries hard. Has good varietal flavor and pretty tannins, and is dry and balanced. It's a little skimpy in depth and concentration, though.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Buena Vista 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Buena Vista
,White,France,,Bourgogne,11,85,Burgundy,Côte Chalonnaise,,Cave des Vignerons de Buxy 2000 Bourgogne  (Côte Chalonnaise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-vignerons-buxy-2000-bourgogne-chardonnay-cote-chalonnaise/,Chardonnay,2000,Cave des Vignerons de Buxy
,Red,Austria,"This is a soft, easy wine, with aromas of earth, vanilla and caramel. To taste, it is soft, with light tannins, a touch of acidity and rich chocolate flavors. With such slight tannins it could even be served slightly chilled.","Ried Stiftsbreite, St. Laurent Ausstich",,86,Thermenregion,,,"Stift Klosterneuburg 2000 Ried Stiftsbreite, St. Laurent Ausstich Red (Thermenregion)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stift-klosterneuburg-2000-ried-stiftsbreite-st-laurent-ausstich-red-thermenregion/,Red Blend,2000,Stift Klosterneuburg
,Red,Spain,"This is a nice example of the Mourvèdre that's coming out of Jumilla in southeast Spain. It's fleshy and full, with a welcome earthiness. Flavors of black plum and cherry cover the palate prior to a drying, tannic finish. This wine manages to pick up the pace after airing, always a sign of quality. From Bodegas Huertas.",Monastrell Crianza 1997,15,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Puerta de Granada 1997 Monastrell Crianza 1997 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/puerta-granada-1997-monastrell-crianza-1997-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,1997,Puerta de Granada
13.5,Red,Italy,"Very ripe, with aromas of milk chocolate and molasses. The palate seems heavy, but despite such weight it offers some nice plum and berry flavors. The only problem here is mouthfeel: The wine seems on the heavy side, possibly a bit overripe in what was a very ripe and forward vintage. And ultimately the finish has no staying power.",,33,86,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 1997  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ca-bianca-1997-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1997,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca
,Red,Argentina,"Although this wine doesn't scream “Merlot” when you smell or taste it, it is nonetheless a good value red. It has fresh plum aromas with vanilla shadings along with cherry and cassis fruit that carries a buttery underlay. The finish is dry and creamy, with some chocolate flavor peeking through. This wine has stuffing even if it lacks distinct varietal character.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2000 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2000-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2000,Tapiz
13.8,Red,US,"Gentle and fruity, with pleasant cassis flavors and soft tannins. The oaky overlay adds smoky notes. Not an ager, it's best enjoyed in its precocious youth.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sequoia Grove
11.5,White,Spain,"Here's a sweeter-style wine done well. It's 85% Moscatel; the remainder is Gewürztraminer. The aromas are hugely floral,   with warm honey nuances. Given the price, the fruit quality is exemplary, with clean flavors of citrus and lychee. The finish is surprisingly powerful and entirely fresh.",Vina Esmeralda,13,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2001 Vina Esmeralda White (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2001-vina-esmeralda-white-penedes/,White Blend,2001,Torres
,Red,Australia,"Peter Orr told us that this was made to be a soft, easy-drinker—he succeeded. The mouthfeel is soft and zippy, with bright red fruit, cocoa and just a hint of sour berry or herb. Brown sugar, cocoa, leather and dried spice aromas start things off.",,13,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,James Estate 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,James Estate
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Like every other Trumpeter red, the Syrah features bold fruit, ample spice and good balance. The bouquet is dusty and leathery, the palate extracted and full of plum and cherry fruit. The feel to the wine is lively, more spring-loaded than dense or dull.",,12,85,Mendoza Province,Luján de Cuyo,,Trumpeter 2000 Syrah (Luján de Cuyo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-lujan-cuyo/,Syrah,2000,Trumpeter
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Considering how universally solid the '99 vintage was in this country, this wine is a disappointment. It has stemmy, green aromas, only a modicum of cherry and raspberry fruit, and a fiery hot finish. As a whole, it's raw and difficult to recommend.",,12,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alta Vista 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alta-vista-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Alta Vista
14.4,Red,US,"Smoke, burnt toast and vanilla aromas are all indicative of a full-fledged barrel regimen, but that's O.K., because the raspberry fruit can handle it. This wine has near-perfect structure: The acidity is bracing but stops short of being sharp, while the tannins are firm but friendly. By the time winter rolls around, this should be just about ready.",,38,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Stemmler 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-stemmler-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Robert Stemmler
14.4,Red,US,"Oak frames the firm, dark cherry fruit of this chewy wine. This offers nutty, smoky, charred-oak and burnt marshmallow flavors to spare, but enough  solid fruit shows to assure you this will be worth the wait. The long tannic close sports chocolate, bramble and tar notes. Try in 2004.",Corral Vineyard,60,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 2000 Corral Vineyard Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-corral-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Iron Horse
14,Red,US,"Saturated with rich plum aromas that are accented by cola and root beer, this is a winner in terms of depth and balance. A soft but structured palate offers black fruit and enough wood to satisfy a lumberjack; a touch too much charcoal on the finish holds it back from greatness.",Don Miguel Vineyard,32,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 1999 Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-1999-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Marimar Torres
13.5,Red,US,"Very dense up front, with delectable aromas of plum cake, black cherry and vanilla. The palate is not enormous, but it's big enough to satisfy any lover of modern-style Pinot Noir. If there's a fault here, it's a buttery note to the finish. Best Buy.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sebastiani 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sebastiani
14.8,Red,US,"Very dark and rich, showing a black cherry, saddle leather and toast bouquet. The full, nearly syrupy mouthfeel supports anise, caramel, brown sugar, chocolate and vanilla flavors. It finishes long with even tannins. This plump, almost creamy Pinot should be at its best from 2003–2007.",Cuvee Niclaire,68,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 1999 Cuvee Niclaire Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-cuvee-niclaire-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Testarossa
13,Red,US,"The black cherry fruit on the nose is nicely framed in oak. Chocolate, ginger and green tobacco notes over deep, black cherry fruit dance on the supple palate, which shows fine fruit-to-acid balance. It's impressive, but kept from an even higher rating by ascendant oak, under which the handsome fruit struggles to maintain balance. This will be top-notch if the wood recedes in time.",Laurene,55,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Drouhin 1999 Laurene Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-1999-laurene-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Drouhin
13.5,Red,US,"Prominent oak meshes well with dark cherry fruit. Hints of menthol and cola on the nose and the palate's cedar and spice accents keep things lively. Smooth, almost chocolatey on the tongue, the wine tightens up toward the back end, showing firm tannins on the dry, licorice-tinged finish.",Edna Ranch,30,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 2000 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-2000-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tolosa
13.5,Red,US,"88 Mirassou 1999 Harvest Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey County); $15. Aromas of tree bark, root beer and creamy oak. Plum, cranberry and cherry all make up the palate, with wood and drying tannins coming on late in the game. The weight, which is medium at best, is pretty nice; it isn't heavier than the wine calls for. Best Buy.",Harvest Reserve,15,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Harvest Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-harvest-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mirassou
13.5,Red,US,,Reserve,50,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Robert Mondavi
14.5,Red,US,"A smoky, meaty nose opens to tart plum-skin flavors. Roasted meat and caramel hints play off the fruit, creating palate tension. Supple on the tongue, it closes with more tart fruit and dusty, woody accents.",Chamisal Vineyard,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2000 Chamisal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2000-chamisal-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Alfred
13.8,Red,US,"A medium-bodied wine with tight aromas of bacon, red raspberry and spice. That same smoked-meat quality found in the nose carries onto the palate, where you'll also find clean cherry and raspberry flavors. An easy drinking wine.",Flat Block Reserve,35,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 2000 Flat Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2000-flat-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bethel Heights
13.5,Red,US,"Multiple members of our panel detected blue cheese in the nose as well as kirsch, coffee and sugar beets. There is full-scale cherry fruit on the palate, but also some sweet beets and prunes. The body is full, the weight quite large. But it's not as deep in the middle as it should be, especially given its full girth and heft.",Reserve,32,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.3,Red,US,"Available only in magnum, this full-blown Pinot—a tribute to André Tchelistcheff—is inky and ripe, with prune, plum, cherry, caramel and spice aromas and flavors. The full mouthfeel is soft and plush, but the wine shows a liqueur-like quality and some heat, as well as spice cake and chocolate flavors. The low acids and soft-tannins make this best for near-term drinking.",Maestro - Signet Collection,100,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Maestro - Signet Collection Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-maestro-signet-collection-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,US,"The nose is a bit charred, with popcorn that then yields to smoke and herbs. The flavors run toward strawberry and red plum, with a hint of citrus peel in the background. It finishes lean, with drying tannins.",Firepeak Vineyard - Estate Bottled,38,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2000 Firepeak Vineyard - Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2000-firepeak-vineyard-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Baileyana
14.2,Red,US,"A sour cherry and dusty saddle leather nose opens to an even palate where cocoa and anise notes nicely offset the pie cherry fruit. It's smooth and tasty in a lean, focused manner. It finishes with good length and scant tannins.",,23,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 1999 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Baileyana
,Red,US,"Mature, earthy meat, leather, tobacco, mocha and stewed fruit aromas open this controversial wine. All tasters found the cherry and sour herb flavors tasty, but some found the sharp high-acid mouthfeel unpleasant, while others thought it smooth, soft and velvety. Go figure. Drink now–2005.",Dijon Clones,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,August Briggs 2000 Dijon Clones Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-briggs-2000-dijon-clones-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,August Briggs
,Red,US,,Tepusquet Vineyard,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Tepusquet Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-tepusquet-vineyard-syrah-santa-maria-valley-20484/,Syrah,1999,Cambria
13.8,White,US,,Katherine's Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-katherines-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cambria
14.2,Red,US,"A smoke, plum and spice nose opens this tart yet sweet midweight wine. Berry and plum flavors are bright on the palate and the texture is at once rich and tangy. Herb notes, with a slightly sour cast, come up on the dark finish.",,36,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tarius 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Tarius
14.1,Red,US,,,33,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tarius 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Tarius
13,Red,US,"Dark and woody, with dry cherry fruit under charcoal and caramel aromas. Ample coffee and black fruit flavors show on the palate and the slightly bitter finish. Will appeal more to fans of heavy toast and dry, almost (quipped one taster) Cabernet-like fruit.",Freedom Hill,48,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2000 Freedom Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-freedom-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"An aromatic blend of Bazooka bubble gum and woodspice is hardly what you'd call common, but the palate of cherry, cinnamon and broad red fruit definitely works. Overall, this is a simple wine, but a clean, well-made one. It's correct in terms of varietal character and balance.",Doe Ridge Vineyard,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Benoit 2000 Doe Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-benoit-2000-doe-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Château Benoit
13.9,Red,US,"Is this wine is just too sweet and rich for its own good? You be the judge. The majority of our panel found it to be thumping with rich, very ripe blackberries, but also a medicinal, syrupy quality akin to liqueur. The tannins seem soft and fail to provide the structure this ultra ripe wine needs.",Le Pinot--Rochioli Vineyard,75,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1999 Le Pinot--Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1999-le-pinot-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Davis Bynum
14,Red,US,"Cristom is into whole-cluster fermentation, and in this case we smelled the stems in the form of green beans and tobacco ash. The mouth is both herbal—like Chartreuse—and sweet, like sugar beets. The finish is layered, earthy and thick.",Eileen Vineyard,39,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2000 Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2000-eileen-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cristom
13.6,Red,US,"Straightfoward and tasty, this offers a core of dry cherry fruit swathed in smoke and mild leather accents. The palate has a smooth and silky texture; the finish is even and tea-flavored. For a basic Pinot, this shows hints of style and nuance.",,25,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bethel Heights
13.8,Red,US,,,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Brophy Clark 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Brophy Clark
13,Red,US,"Our opinions about this smooth, midweight wine varied. The nose features cherry cordial aromas complemented by cedar and herb tones. On the palate, though, some found the wine dull—a bit fat and plumy. Others lauded the fine balance and herb-tinged fruit. Drink now–2004.",,34,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bouchaine
,Red,US,"Cherries and vanilla are all over the nose, so much so that it seems a little bit like Port. The plum and blackberry fruit is potent yet jammy, although ample acidity keeps it lively. Additional notes of tree bark, earth and dark chocolate add complexity.",20th Anniversary Gee Vineyard,50,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 1999 20th Anniversary Gee Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-1999-20th-anniversary-gee-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bouchaine
14.5,Red,US,,,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Valley of the Moon
13.5,Red,US,"The bouquet is bold yet a bit confounding, what with medicinal aromas mixed with beet greens and pepper. The fruit is dark and deep, but it has a sappy middle. The mouthfeel is soft and velvety; finishes with some green flavors—maybe hay or dill.",Olson Vineyard - East Slope,50,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2000 Olson Vineyard - East Slope Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2000-olson-vineyard-east-slope-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Torii Mor
14.1,Red,US,,,32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,MacMurray Ranch 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macmurray-ranch-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,MacMurray Ranch
14.6,Red,US,"Dark and tasty, this solid Pinot has an appealing earthiness. Black cherry fruit, cedar and leather accents ride a mid-weight, slightly chalky feel. A pepper-licorice finish closes it nicely. Drink now-2006.",,30,87,California,Napa,Yountville,M. Cosentino 2000 Pinot Noir (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-pinot-noir-napa-yountville/,Pinot Noir,2000,M. Cosentino
13.5,Red,US,"Supple, with a slight chalkiness to its rich texture, this medium-weight Pinot is reserved yet appealing. Displays stylish smoky notes; the latent high acidity shows in lemony accents to the cherry, cedar and leather flavors. Finishes with solid, dry tannins; try after 2003.",Dutton Ranch,40,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
14.4,Red,US,"Toasty oak, smoked meats and black cherries make up the pure, attractive nose. Earthy flavors feature plum and red cherries, and the oak, while definitely there, isn't overwhelming. But you can taste the barrel influence in the finish, where there's a flow of espresso and burnt toast flavors.",Durell Vineyard,38,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chateau St. Jean 1999 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1999-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Chateau St. Jean
14,Red,US,"This lean and focused offering from De Loach showed better than the winery's flagship OFS in our tastings, displaying tart strawberry and rhubarb aromas and flavors uncluttered by lashings of new oak. A bit of oak does show through on the finish, just enough to impart a pleasant caramel sensation.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,De Loach
13.9,Red,US,"This wine displays a gamut of Pinot aromas: plum, raspberry, bacon, tree bark and dried spices. A touch of earth adds appeal to the palate, which goes heavy on the cherry as well as on the oak. The finish has full yet supple tannins and good length.",Ridgecrest Vineyards,39,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 Ridgecrest Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-ridgecrest-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chehalem
13.8,Red,US,"Undeniably solid yet slightly bitter and impenetrable, this left tasters confused, yielding a split panel. Still, a rich mouthfeel and submerged but strong cherry fruit accented by toffee-coffee notes hint at real substance. So tight that in three-plus years it may well be in the upper echelon.",Grand Cuvee,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 2000 Grand Cuvee Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-grand-cuvee-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Babcock
13.5,Red,US,"A smoky, nutty, grilled-meat quality is strong in this dryly fruited wine. Though not at all plush, there is a definite appeal to its tart, structured style. Closes with firm tannins, and should reward cellaring for one or two years. Best from 2004–2008.",Reserve,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Yamhill Valley 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Yamhill Valley
14.5,Red,US,,J&K Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Murphy-Goode 2000 J&K Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-j-k-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Murphy-Goode
13,Red,US,"This winery insists that all of its single-vineyard wines are vinified identically to show off the true nature of the vineyard, but with this wine we detected inordinate barrel char. Beyond the heavy toast, we noted intensity and a strong grip in the mouth, both indications of powerful tannins. Several years of bottle age might permit the oak to fade and the gritty texture to soften.",Red Hills,60,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2000 Red Hills Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-red-hills-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
13.2,Red,US,,,32,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Marcelina 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcelina-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Marcelina
13.9,Red,US,"Leather and rubber aromas, with a touch of green mixing in with strawberries and cream. The palate is full of foresty flavors, most of all oak, but also cola, vanilla and sweet, ripe, red fruit. With a wall of firm tannins in support, this has good balance and just the right body.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pezzi King 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Pezzi King
13.9,Red,US,"What some might call terroir, Burgundian or earthiness, others less enamored of funky aromas might call barnyardy. Flavors of cola, sweet cherries and blackberries ensure that it won't be mistaken for Burgundy. There's some bitter chocolate and coffee on the back end, but also something reminiscent of iced tea.",Lee Vineyard,50,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1999 Lee Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1999-lee-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Acacia
14,Red,US,"Like 'em juicy but not simple? The cherry, cola, toast and licorice profile of this solid medium-weight Pinot is flavorful and dense. Smoky accents and herb notes add complexity, and the wine finishes full with blackberry and espresso notes. A bit bulky, but there's a lot going on here.",Lavender Hill,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2000 Lavender Hill Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2000-lavender-hill-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Flora Springs
14.2,Red,US,"Saintsbury's top- of-the-line '99 offering is a solid wine, with a core of cherry fruit framed by toasty oak. Strawberry, ginger and chocolate nuances add to the appeal, but this doesn't possess the complexity, depth or length we might have expected. Solid and attractive now, this should improve over the next year or two.",Brown Ranch - Estate Bottled,75,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 1999 Brown Ranch - Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-1999-brown-ranch-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Saintsbury
,Red,US,"This wine has toffee, beet, pickle barrel and even some sea notes to the nose. The palate is more conventional, with strawberry fruit, black pepper and juicy acidity. That same acidity causes some tartness on the finish, but it also ensures that everything stays nice and lively as it fades away.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Steele
12.5,Red,US,"We tasted two samples of this wne which is elegant and made in a light, Burgundian style. The fragrant nose offers lavender, bacon and faint cherry, while the mouth is racy and spicy but not overly aggressive. A feminine wine—one that won't blow you over.",Shea Vineyard,42,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Shea 2000 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shea-2000-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Shea
13.7,Red,US,"This is a distinctive wine that projects tea, mushroom, smoke, rhubarb and roasted vegetable aromas and flavors. Solid, tart cherry fruit rides a light- to medium-weight frame. It may sound weird, but it holds together well, showing unique character in a field of too many clones.",Goodfellow,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Daniel Gehrs 2000 Goodfellow Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2000-goodfellow-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Daniel Gehrs
14.5,Red,US,"Opens with creamy, fleshy aromas over dark fruit. Juicy and tangy on the tongue, this offers sweet-tart black cherry and plum flavors, very good fruit-acid balance. Showed slight heat to some, but the long, coffee and pepper back end is a handsome close to this solid, spicy Pinot.",,29,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cuvaison
,White,France,,Pinot d'Alsace,28,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Pinot d'Alsace White (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-pinot-dalsace-white-alsace/,White Blend,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.5,Red,US,"This deep wine's cherry fruit has pruny overtones and cedar, earth, toast and dried leaf accents. Medium-weight and even, it's flavorful but seems unrealized. Though not overtly tight, it seems to be in an awkward phase right now. Closes tart and warm, with tart, woodsy notes. Try in 2003.",Olivet Lane Vineyards,38,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2000 Olivet Lane Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-olivet-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gary Farrell
14,Red,Australia,"Made in a quasi-Bordeaux style, the '95 has developed cedar, tobacco and earth flavors but doesn't have the richness and completeness of the other vintages. The firm, drying tannins on the finish will likely never completely resolve.",Art Series,,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1995 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1995-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Leeuwin Estate
,Red,US,"This sturdy, opaque wine opens with aromas of dark fruits, offset by herb and smoky oak. It's dark all the way through, with earth and bitter chocolate accents. This shows good structure, closes with smooth tannins and should improve over the next couple of years.",,30,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Floodgate 2000 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/floodgate-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Floodgate
13,Red,US,"This juicy wine has a creamy streak through it. Cinnamon, meat, cola and herb hints adorn mildly tart plum, cherry and tomato fruit. The feel is medium weight and a little plush. Some tasters found the finish short on this nicely balanced wine, while others found it smoky and even, sporting soft, dry tannins. Drink now–2005.",,32,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ancien 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancien-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Ancien
13,Red,US,"This Pinot's juicy and dark, gamy and briary. It's not complex, but the deep, black cherry fruit and pepper accents are satisfying. A good choice for grilled foods, it turns tangy on the modest close. Drink now–2005.",,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Amity
12.5,Red,US,"Black raspberry, mushroom and leather comprise the attractive, seductive nose. Plum and raspberry fruit meet on the palate, which has some starching dry woodiness to it. The feel is a bit chewy, but overall it's light and airy.",,12,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bridgeview
14.4,Red,US,"Pepper and plum, slightly candied raspberry fruit plus a full, velour-like texture show in this ripe Napa offering, but panelists still had mixed opinions. To some, the berry and vanilla  flavors and rich feel had great appeal, while othersound the wine cedary and a bit hot, with wood and alcohol to spare.",,51,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,El Molino 1999 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molino-1999-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,El Molino
13.7,Red,US,"Healthy fruit combined with full-force oak creates a nose of toast, wood and smoked meat atop plum and berries. Raspberry fruit and vanilla dominate the palate, which should appeal to most Pinot drinkers. It's warm and flavorful, if a bit oaky.",,34,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Carneros
13.5,Red,US,"The briar-packed, smoky nose is attractive. The fruit is light and features characteristics akin to strawberries and cherries, with a touch of chocolate. The finish carries a note of tobacco; it's kind of rustic. It's weight, which is medium at best, ensures that it will work lighter fare.",,23,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cloninger 1999 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloninger-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cloninger
12.5,Red,US,"Woody and smoky at first, with aromatic hints of ink, beets, cola and lavender. The palate offers less than the nose, primarily toast and black fruit. Dark coffee and moderate tannins dominate the stern finish.",Santa Maria Hill Vyd.,26,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Chimere 1999 Santa Maria Hill Vyd. Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimere-1999-santa-maria-hill-vyd-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Chimere
,White,France,"This wine is full in the mouth and shows pear, toast and dried spice flavors on the palate, and spice and mineral on its long finish. Opens with citrus rind and a soft, buttery custard or brioche note. One reviewer found a metallic tang part of the flavor profile; this is one to try for yourself.",Les Trezin,40,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Ropiteau 2000 Les Trezin  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-trezin-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Ropiteau
,Red,US,"Opening saddle-leather, vaguely skunky aromas quickly pass. The lavish oak sits a little heavily on the berry-rhubarb fruit here. Still, an unusual mélange of chalk, vanilla, even mushroom accents peek through. On the tongue, the wine has a full, supple, even slightly chalky feel. Interesting, and tasty, though overtly cedary. If that's your style, you'll really enjoy this. Drink now–2008.",Winemakers Estate Reserve,40,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stangeland 1999 Winemakers Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stangeland-1999-winemakers-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stangeland
14.2,Red,US,,Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane Vineyard,46,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastopol 2000 Dutton Ranch Morelli Lane Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-2000-dutton-ranch-morelli-lane-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sebastopol
13.5,Red,US,"The aromas are dense and meaty, bordering on ultra ripe. It's yet another sweet, extracted Russian River wine, one that followers of Burgundy and Oregon might struggle with, but one that fans of big, bulky reds should enjoy.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Sebastiani
14.5,Red,US,,,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Scherrer 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Scherrer
14.5,Red,Australia,"This starts off slightly vegetal, hinting at rotting compost, but quickly rights itself, delivering cassis, plum, leather and coffee aromas and flavors in a soft, creamy, full-bodied format. Finishes with some peppery spice. Meant for current enjoyment.",Prelude Vineyards,,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1998 Prelude Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1998-prelude-vineyards-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Leeuwin Estate
14.1,Red,US,"Starts out with barnyard and forest floor aroma; eventually, some dried currant and raspberry emerge. There's an abundance of depth to the funky, esoteric palate as well as the full allotment of tobacco and herbs. Is it an easy wine? Not at all. But connoisseurs could find it right up their alley.",Van Der Kamp Vineyard,49,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Siduri 1999 Van Der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1999-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,1999,Siduri
14,Red,Australia,"The rating reflects an average of the two bottles that were sampled, one of which was fresher than the other (both came from the winery). Both were mature, with vegetal accents to the cigar box and cassis aromas and flwood. Red fruit on the finish fades quickly, leaving creamy oak and a tangy, herbal aftertaste.",Art Series,,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1993 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1993-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1993,Leeuwin Estate
,Red,US,"Toast and smoke, are dominant on the nose, while crisper red fruit follows on the snappy finish, which still carries a distinct hint of oak. The finish is mostly clean and smooth.",Winemaker's Cuvee,35,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Panther Creek 2000 Winemaker's Cuvee Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-winemakers-cuvee-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
13.3,Red,US,"Solid, middle-of-the-road Pinot, with dusty, earthy cherry aromas that open up into ripe cherry and chocolate flavors that incorporate a hint of citrus fruit. It's not aas the oak really takes charge. Closes a little short with black coffee and chocolate notes.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 2000 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Laetitia
13,Red,US,"Medium-weight, with solid, red cherry, black plum, cedar and cinnamon aromas and flavors. Though a bit too woody and dry for some panelists, others praised the soy and dry-rub spiced fruit on the palate. The very dark close shows lingering toasty oak, pepper and espresso notes. Drink now through 2006.",,51,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Henry Estate 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Henry Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Oak-wrapped black cherry fruit is a solid foundation, but this elegant wine also sports a prominent green tobacco (or lima bean) element that many panelists found distracting. Bright acidity and an inky, dark, tannic finish complete the package. Is it underripe, or just underage? Try 2004– 2007.",Evenstad Reserve,47,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 1999 Evenstad Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-1999-evenstad-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Serene
13.6,Red,US,"Two members of our tasting panel detected some iodine and mineral aromas normally associated with chewable vitamins, but the wine  also has some nice black cherry aromas. The palate is heavy with plum and dried spices, and a fair dose of buttery oak. Compact and unforgiving, time in the bottle might be the answer.",Southeast Block Reserve,40,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 2000 Southeast Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2000-southeast-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bethel Heights
13.5,Red,US,"The bouquet is like cherry and strawberry candy, but it has woody backbone, too. Plum, vanilla and chocolate flavors are followed by a light and graceful finish that's clean and warm. This wine offers plenty of balance and drinkability.",Nysa Vineyard,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 2000 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2000-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bethel Heights
13.8,Red,US,"One whiff of the powerful hickory smoke and menthol announces that this was given full oak treatment. Some herbaceous notes mix on the tongue with plum, tomato and creamy vanilla. It's fairly soft in feel but not in flavor, especially on the finish, where espresso-like coffee comes on full force.",Rae's,50,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Rae's Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-raes-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cambria
14,Red,US,"The nose is toasted, almost roasted, and therefore fruit aromas are hard to find. But once you get to the palate there's ample cherry along with earthy, leathery accents. The finish is lively, even juicy. The acidity really shows itself late in the game, indicating that the wine could be cellared for several years.",Firepeak Vineyard,23,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carpe Diem 2000 Firepeak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpe-diem-2000-firepeak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Carpe Diem
,Red,US,"Bright red berry and cola aromas open WVV's top-shelf Pinot. The flavors are pure red fruit—like a bowl of berries, plums and cherries. The finish has some fruit skin to it (tannins) as well as a coffee-like flavor and some underlying vanilla.",Joe Dobbes Signature Cuvee,42,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Joe Dobbes Signature Cuvee Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-joe-dobbes-signature-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.5,Red,US,"Tree bark, briar patch and smoke are three potent aromas you'll get on the nose of this middleweight that runs fast with tart cherry fruit, an herbal streak and a clean, tannic finish. Because it's leaner than it is chunky, it would pair well with baked salmon.",Hoodview Vineyard,31,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Hoodview Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-hoodview-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13,Red,US,". “Overblown,” “full-throttle” and “juice-ball” are three words tasters used to describe this wine. But no one said it wasn't tasty. The black cherry flavors are almost overripe, but they are undeniably deep. Tons of spicy oak complements the fruit, adding to its almost Port-like quality.",Durell Vineyard,28,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Steele 1999 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1999-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Steele
14.2,Red,US,"A stylish wine, and one that still has a few years in it until it peaks. The nose brings charred wood, leather and smoky meat notes. The juicy, properly acidic palate dances, and overall the wine offers a fine sense of balance.",,37,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rochioli
,White,France,"It's medium-bodied but on the dry side, courtesy of the citrus (namely, grapefruit) and toast flavors on the palate. The bouquet smolders with toasty smokehouse and cashew notes over melon aromas. Finishes with lemon and more cashew.",Les Tillets,37,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Ropiteau 2000 Les Tillets  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-tillets-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Ropiteau
14.1,Red,US,"Another big, dark Pinot from Adam Lee. It opens with a plum, pine, spice and leather bouquet. The feel is round and full, but the flavors—if tasty—are dark and a bit indistinct. A touch hot, too, this closes deep, long and spicy.",,34,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Siduri
14.2,Red,US,"If you enjoy your cherry fruit on the tart side, served on a plank of cedar, then this wine is for you. So call us beavers—we fell for the smooth, toasty aromas. Lean, lemony flavors and hints of black tea and root beer keep the wine interesting.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pezzi King 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Pezzi King
13.9,Red,US,"Rich, ripe cherry-strawberry fruit is accented by leather and chocolate in this spicy, complex wine. Molasses, cinnamon and anise nuances and a long, dark finish add to its appeal. Still tight, this should reward patience, improve over the next two years and may improve beyond its score. Try in 2004.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2000 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2000-mt-carmel-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Longoria
13,Red,US,"There's an unqualified deepness to the black fruit on the nose, which has accents of bacon and rubber. The fruit is more red than the darker bouquet might indicate; it's actually a bit tangy. The tannins on the finish are nothing if not full, which, combined with zippy acidity, makes the wine a bit hard.",Shea Vineyard,48,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2000 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
14.1,Red,US,"In a split decision, this wine was smooth, but a bit thin and lifeless to some, yet tasty and tart-sweet with juicy fruit, toast and dried spice notes to others. The yeas have it, finding this medium-weight, licorice-accented wine long and interesting. Drink now– 2006.",The Famous Gate,45,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2000 The Famous Gate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2000-the-famous-gate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Carneros
,Red,US,"Lavish cedar cloaks tart plum and cherry fruit on the nose of this substantial but controversial wine. The dark fruit is offset by licorice and pine, but also by green herbaceous notes, and the wine displays high, even sharp, acidity. Has depth, but it's tight now (and for some, way too green), and closes hard, dark and ashy. Hold for two or three years, best 2004–2008.",Grace Vineyard,75,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 1999 Grace Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-1999-grace-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Serene
14,Red,US,"Woody aromas dominate the nose, which otherwise tosses up cherry and toast along with a touch of heat. Black plums, cherry and vanilla compete on the palate, with each taking a bit of first prize. Coffee and burnt toast flavors dot the finish of this overt, bruising wine that could use another year or three in the bottle.",Wolf Hill Vineyard Reserve,40,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1999 Wolf Hill Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1999-wolf-hill-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Eola Hills
14.4,Red,US,"Sweet and rich aromas of black cherry, soy, molasses and smoke signal a full-bodied wine. The mouthfeel is layered and complex; red fruit is followed by herbs, berries then oak. The finish is very dark, featuring coffee, bitter chocolate and pepper. Sturdy tannins make it solid as a rock.",Durell Vineyard,38,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chateau St. Jean 2000 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2000-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chateau St. Jean
14.5,Red,US,"Caramel and toasted marshmallow mark the big, charred nose. Some of those sweet, candied notes carry onto the palate, which otherwise offers full-force black cherry. The finish is incredibly dark, like espresso and charcoal.",Califa Chamisal Vineyards,42,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 2000 Califa Chamisal Vineyards Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-2000-califa-chamisal-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Alfred
13.6,Red,US,"There is an intriguing undercurrent of maple and wheat to the otherwise chunky, woody bouquet. Flavors of black cherry and tea sit atop an oaky, vanilla underlay that also brings with it some coconut.",Truchard Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,David Bruce 2000 Truchard Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-2000-truchard-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,David Bruce
13,Red,US,"A stewy red fruit, tomato, meat, toast and herb bouquet announces this producer's solid, smooth regular bottling. It's undeniably tasty, with cherry, plum skin, earth and leather flavors, and an even mouthfeel. Very accessible, it closes with tart fruit and spice flavors. Don't wait—drink now–2004.",,22,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,King Estate
14.5,Red,Australia,"From what must have been a cooler year, the 1997 folds in hints of black pepper, smoke and dried herbs on top of cassis and blackberry fruit. Finishes slightly tough and hard.",Art Series,,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1997 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1997-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Leeuwin Estate
14,Red,Australia,"Our panel disagreed substantially on this wine. While some found it still youthful and promising, others found it already tiring. There's smoke, toast, cedar and cassis flavors along with a firm structure—the question is whether it will improve from here.",Art Series,,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1994 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1994-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Leeuwin Estate
,Red,US,"With its coating of dusty earth, the nose is dense and hard to penetrate. Time in the glass helps, exposing black cherry, vanilla, herbs, toast and coffee. some smoky bacon shows up on the finish. Overall it's big, ripe and raring to go—and it still has a few more years until it peaks.",Lafond Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 1999 Lafond Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-1999-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lafond
14.4,Red,US,"Juicy dark fruit, toasty oak, nutmeg, caramel and pepper elements combine nicely in this substantial wine. It's juicy but structured, and turns more serious on the finish where firm tannins show on the long, tea- and spice-accented fade. Drink now–2007.",,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,La Crema
13.8,Red,US,"With a rustic nose of soft cheese, herbs and cedary wood shadings, this wine will come across as either complex and Burgundian or lean and woody, depending on where you're coming from. We liked the spicy red-berry palate, which gives some orange tea and underbrush for nuance. A clean finish with soft tannins and healthy acidity make it easy to drink now.",,34,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,ZD 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,ZD
14.5,Red,US,"This dark and earthy Pinot pleased but did not wow tasters. Panelists applauded the forward raspberry fruit, but not all thought it was up to the ultratoasty oak veneer. Some found it a touch grainy and overly earthy; others thought it very tasty and not at all heavy. Only time will tell if the deep, sweet fruit will prevail",Rochioli Riverblock,60,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 1999 Rochioli Riverblock Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-1999-rochioli-riverblock-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Williams Selyem
13.8,Red,US,"The smoky, bacon-filled nose also offers black cherry, vanilla and a chalky dustiness. The powerful raspberry character in the mouth is driven by healthy acidity. The finish has a lot of charred wood, and black coffee. If there's a fault, it's that this wine is hard. Time could be the answer to that.",West Block Reserve,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 2000 West Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2000-west-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bethel Heights
13.5,Red,US,"There's plenty of flavor packed into this light, supple wine. Tasters uniformly liked its finely balanced sweet and sour elements. Tart cherry, rhubarb and beet flavors are offset by butterscotch, caramel and licorice. It finishes long and even, with caramel, anise and pepper notes. Drink now–2005.",Sierra Madre,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1999 Sierra Madre Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1999-sierra-madre-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Byron
14.4,Red,US,"Earth, smoked meat, cherry-berry fruit and a hint of green comprise the nose, with cherry, leather and toasty oak carrying the palate. The finish brings plummy fruit, some black pepper and a touch of caramel sweetness.",Reserve,38,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Artesa
13.5,Red,US,"This toasty, earthy wine elicited  divergent responses from tasters. The dark cherry-plum fruit, charred oak and tobacco shadings were harmonious to most, but found murky and a bit hollow by others. It was described as supple and ripe, yet also as tart and lemony. The one thing agreed upon was the long dark, tangy finish.",,23,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 2000 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Baileyana
14.1,Red,US,"Ripe—even plump—this almost-too-easy wine shows an oaky, cinnamon, clove and caramel bouquet. The black cherry, cocoa and coffee flavors show still more oaky vanilla and brown sugar. The dusty, slightly tangy back-end tannins indicate that this could stand aging for a few years. Drink now–2005.",Estate Reserve,47,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1999 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1999-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Laetitia
13.5,Red,US,"Someone (we suspect Mother Nature) pumped the wattage into this big-boned Pinot, which is about fruit, fruit and nothing but the fruit—maybe to a fault. Heavy-duty black-cherry aromas lead into a jammy palate chock full of yet more blackberry and cherry. We like the verve but also wonder about complexity, which isn't very high on the meter right now.",Winery Lake,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 2000 Winery Lake Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-2000-winery-lake-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sterling
14.2,Red,US,"Smells of black fruit, toasted wood and forest floor. Meaty on the palate, with rich, dense and layered plum and cherry fruit. The finish is smooth, with ample but balancing tannins; nicely integrated and structured.",Corral Creek,39,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 Corral Creek Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-corral-creek-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chehalem
,White,France,,Turckheim,320,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Turckheim Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-turckheim-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.9,Red,US,"An angular, appealing mid-weight, with tangy raspberry fruit, leather, cinnamon and clove accents and a dark, charred-oak veneer. Thin and one-dimensional to some, but most found it juicy and appealing, with bright fruit peeking through the dark veil. Drink now–2006.",Marcella's Vineyard,45,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2000 Marcella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2000-marcellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fess Parker
13.5,Red,US,"Deep-toned, this mouthfilling Pinot wears clove and vanilla accents on black cherry and plum aromas and flavors. The supple, juicy texture provides plenty of pleasure. Closes firmly, with moderate tannins, coffee and pepper notes. Tasty and satisfying, though not particularly complex. Drink now–2005.",,49,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Penner-Ash 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penner-ash-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Penner-Ash
,Red,US,"Despite being a big, plummy wine from an AVA not known for Pinot Noir, this offering from a winery better known for Zinfandel has uncanny complexity, blending floral (lilac?) aromas with dried spices and ripe cherries and strawberries. The warming finish features a hint of cocoa powder. Best Buy.",F. Johnson Vineyard,,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pedroncelli 2000 F. Johnson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-2000-f-johnson-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Pedroncelli
13.8,Red,US,"The black fruit nose is driving, which should come as no surprise given the dark color of this well-extracted table wine. Sweet black cherries and a full dose of oak make up the hedonistic palate, and while it's ramped up, the ripe fruit seems to welcome the full-out style that Farrell has chosen.",Rochioli Vineyard,60,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1999 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Gary Farrell
14.1,Red,US,"Muscular aromas of plum cake, sawdust and smoked meat make for an attractive and complex nose. The flavors are mostly plum and blackberry, indicating a fully ripe California-style wine. Powerful verve and drive ensure that it races through the finish.",Reserve,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Frei Brothers 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frei-brothers-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Frei Brothers
,Red,US,"There's delicious fruit behind the copious wood. The lavish, toasty oak yields a pine-and-dill patina that not everyone will like, but the deep, dark cherry fruit is a solid presence. The tart plum and espresso-tinged close is long, with even tannins. Drink now–2005.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,32,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Steele 1999 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1999-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Steele
,Red,US,"This wine offers roasted coffee and deep coconut and chocolate notes on the nose. It shows more blackberry flavors than most; in fact, it shows a lot of black: chocolate, coffee and cherry, too. Well balanced and flavorful, it closes long with spice, mineral and pepper accents, plus some chalky tannins.",Goodchild Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Steele 1999 Goodchild Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1999-goodchild-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Pinot Noir,1999,Steele
13.9,Red,US,"Saddle leather, soy, violet and cinnamon accents adorn very dark cherry fruit in this handsome red. The smoky oak is strong, and the palate has a peppery, rustic edge, but still the wine has solid appeal. Finishes with juicy fruit, firm tannins and chocolate accents. Drink 2003–2008.",Silver Leaf Vineyard,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stangeland 1999 Silver Leaf Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stangeland-1999-silver-leaf-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stangeland
13.5,Red,US,"Smoked tea leaves, prosciutto and cola aromas ensure interest. In the mouth, it's extracted and fairly rich, with earth, black plum and coffee flavors. Firm tannins keep the finish strong. It's muscular yet balanced; full yet drinkable. And it should last for another couple of years",,12,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Château Bianca
14.4,Red,US,"This wine's winning nose had wide appeal, with tea, leather, rose, cinnamon and root beer accents on lively cherry fruit. But tasters differed about the rest: Some felt the wine failed to deliver on the promise, turning dry and lean, too leathery and tangy. To others the ripe feel, handsomely-accented sweet fruit and long finish were excellent.",Widdoes Vineyard,36,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Capiaux 2000 Widdoes Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capiaux-2000-widdoes-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Capiaux
13.5,Red,US,"Red fruit, vanilla and brambly spice aromas. Clean black cherry and plum flavors carry the lively palate, which leads into a dry but potent finish of coffee, mocha and vanilla.",Kiana,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 2000 Kiana Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2000-kiana-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,WillaKenzie Estate
14.3,Red,US,"One of the strongest entry-level Oregon Pinots in our 1999 World Series, this year's version again gives a solid performance. Smoke-tinged cherry and cranberry fruit, vanilla, tea and herb accents, and a velour-like mouthfeel provide plenty of pleasure. The long chocolaty finish has supple tannins. Drink now–2005.",3 Vineyard,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 3 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-3-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chehalem
13.5,Red,US,"Bing cherry, plum, rhubarb and cedar elements meld handsomely on the nose of this tasty medium-weight wine. Attractive clove, chocolate and licorice  accents  add  interest; more than one taster complimented the ripe mouthfeel. Finishes long with modest tannins. Offers a lot to like, and should be even better in one to two years.",Vintage Reserve,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1999 Vintage Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1999-vintage-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Oak Knoll
14.5,Red,US,"Plump, almost slick, this Pinot offers plenty of satisfaction in its dark berry, tar, nut and toasted oak flavors. The palate's black plum, caramel, spice and cedar have great appeal, as do the pepper and spice on the long finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Fetzer 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fetzer
13.7,Red,US,"Shows some complex mushroom and gamy notes on bright, tart cherry-rhubarb-strawberry fruit. Displays what one taster (and Burgundians) called a “good stink.” Still, there were some mixed notes, ranging from “thin and a bit dull,” to “tart and focused,” with a positive majority. Closes with chocolate, dried-spice and lemon accents. Drink now–2005.",Avant Garde,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 2000 Avant Garde Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-2000-avant-garde-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Carneros
13.5,Red,US,"This Monterey Pinot is quite briary, with charcoal, hickory and toasted nut aromas. In the mouth, sour cherry and leather make it quite Burgundian in style. The acid level throughout is high, which makes the whole package a little tight and tart.",Loma Vista,25,88,California,California Other,California,Aliento Del Sol 1999 Loma Vista Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aliento-sol-1999-loma-vista-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Aliento Del Sol
13.5,Red,US,"Solid and medium in weight, with an aromatic plum-cherry and herb nose that has a complex, slightly meaty, funky edge. The earthy black cherry, sour plum and beet/tomato fruit on the palate rides good acidity onto a somewhat muted finish. Shows dusty tannins; this should improve for another year.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Brophy Clark 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Brophy Clark
,Red,US,"Bright strawberry-rhubarb fruit, toast, orange and pine aromas open this light but flavorful wine. The almost candied cherry fruit wears a black oak veil, but is strong enough to not be completely buried by it. Finishes long, with coffee and cocoa accents.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2000 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Claiborne & Churchill
13,Red,US,"Burly, powerful and very dark; this is no lightweight wine. There's toasted marshmallow, tree bark and some road tar in the nose. A palate jammed full of bold black cherry and herbs follows. The acidity is just right—the wine has a nice tang and a fine mouthfeel despite its obvious ripeness and size.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,50,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Polk County,Torii Mor 1999 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Polk County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1999-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-polk-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Torii Mor
13,Red,US,"With an abundance of cedar, leather, animal and earth aromas, you wonder where the fruit is. But one taste delivers plenty of cherry along with menthol and mineral. The round, warm finish confirms that this is a solid wine with ample depth and texture.",,23,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1999,Thomas Fogarty
13.5,Red,US,"Blackberry, black plum, black toasty oak—you get the idea, there's a wealth of very dark notes here, but there's also tart red cherry and currant fruit, plus interesting cigar-box elements. This juicy mid-weight closes dry, with good length, a slightly chalky feel and licorice-espresso flavors. Drink now–2007.",Hansen Vineyards,55,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 2000 Hansen Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-2000-hansen-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Seven Lions Winery
14.8,Red,US,"The light, brickish color is easily noticeable, as is the bramble and cedar on the nose. Flavors of vanilla and brown sugar work with the dried cherry fruit, which despite having some pop doesn't seem overly fresh. A peppery spice to the finish comes courtesy of some wood tannins.",,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,M. Cosentino 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,M. Cosentino
,White,France,"The Les Rougeots may be fat, honeyed and fleshy in the mouth, but it has a sturdy citrus, pear and mineral core that gives it structure. Anise, lemon cream and pear aromas start things off, with hints of lemon pith on the finish.",Les Rougeots,37,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Ropiteau 2000 Les Rougeots  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-rougeots-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Ropiteau
,Red,France,"Ripe, high-toned mixed berry and smokehouse aromas segue into a palate with a dusty, chalky mouthfeel over black fruit and oak flavors. Mineral, anise and earth battle it out on the long finish.",Clos des Chenes,38,88,Burgundy,Volnay,,Ropiteau 2000 Clos des Chenes  (Volnay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-clos-chenes-pinot-noir-volnay/,Pinot Noir,2000,Ropiteau
13,White,Australia,"Softer and more approachable than some Oz Rieslings, this one still delivers plenty of size and weight. Aromas of pears and limes turn peachy and appley in the glass, balanced by racy acidity.",Art Series,,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 2001 Art Series Riesling (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2001-art-series-riesling-margaret-river/,Riesling,2001,Leeuwin Estate
13.3,Red,US,"Complex but rather closed, this plummy Pinot wears lots of well-toasted oak. Some funky, charred-oak aromas show early but recede. The rich fruit, with its bramble and smoke accents rides a full mouthfeel. Very dark, closing with big but soft tannins, this will always be a fairly black beauty. Drink now–2008.",Pierre Leon,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 1999 Pierre Leon Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1999-pierre-leon-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,WillaKenzie Estate
13.9,Red,US,"We like a particular South Central Coast Pinot character that shows in this supple, light- to medium-weight, tart-sweet (accent on tart) candidate. Sour cherry-cranberry fruit—with some tomato-like flavors—is complemented nicely by attractive smoke, herb and bitter chocolate accents. The long finish is tangy with fine, cocoa powder tannins. Drink now–2006.",,31,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Lincourt 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lincourt-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lincourt
14,Red,US,"Dark berry fruit, tea and herb accents and prominent chocolate notes feature in this multifaceted wine. It's plummy and woodsy, full in feel, yet tart and tangy on the long, rich, dark chocolate close. Drink now–2006.",Don Miguel Vineyard,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 2000 Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-2000-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Marimar Torres
14.5,Red,US,"Tobacco and leather provide a rustic side to the sweet black cherry aromas. The mouth is loaded with earthy cherry and plum fruit, sweet milk chocolate and just a snippet of green. The finish is soft, aided by velvety tannins. The mouthfeel is on the money, with a harmonious mix of tannins and oak.",Nuthouse,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2000 Nuthouse Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2000-nuthouse-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Argyle
13.8,Red,US,"“Very drinkable,” “light on its feet,” and “lean and tasty” were panelist comments on this juicy, high-toned wine. Strawberry, tart plum and dried spice flavors accent black chocolate, espresso and lemon notes. Drink now–2007.",Starr Ridge,38,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2000 Starr Ridge Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-starr-ridge-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gary Farrell
,White,France,,Vielles Vignes,43,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Vielles Vignes Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-vielles-vignes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.5,Red,US,"The earthy, meaty nose is sweetened by some bubble gum and cherry cola. It's a fruit-forward Pinot, with bouncy cherry fruit, black plum and sweet oak-driven vanilla. The finish offers chocolate-covered cherries and coffee, and the overall feel is nice due to bright acidity and firm but modest tannins.",Yamhill Cuvee,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2000 Yamhill Cuvee Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2000-yamhill-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Serene
,Red,US,"Plump and supple, this flavorful, well-balanced midweight Pinot presents ample cherry fruit offset by attractive mocha, forest-floor and smoke accents. On the palate, the wine turns progressively darker and plummier, closing long with dry, firm tannins. Drink now–2006.",,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Charles Krug 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Charles Krug
,Red,US,"Juicy fruit and plenty of cinnamon, clove and chocolate flavors team up in this solid, dark offering. Manages to be tangy and creamy at the same time, ending with woodsy, dried-cherry and spice flavors and easy tannins. Drink now–2006, possibly longer.",,30,88,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 2000 Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chalone Vineyard
13.5,Red,US,"Pronounced tobacco and earth notes on the nose and palate give this dark, handsome wine plenty of appeal, though some found it facile and entirely barrel-derived. Shows a rich mouthfeel, meaty, smoky elements on dry yet juicy tart cherry fruit and a long, flavorful finish. Drink now-2007.",Rodger's Vineyard,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cenay 2000 Rodger's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cenay-2000-rodgers-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cenay
13.5,Red,US,"Tart-sweet, with an interesting peach-apricot-mango overlay on the deep cherry fruit core. Smoke and vanilla accents and an even, dense texture give this wine the mouthfeel equivalent of a luxury car ride. Tart, dry fruit shines on the long finish. Drinkable now, it's structured enough to develop over the next two years.",Reserve,43,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Benziger
13.9,Red,US,"There's good depth to this ripe, structured wine's solid, cherry fruit core. Woodsy notes, anise and chocolate  accents add to its angular appeal. Finishes long, displaying firm, even tannins, wood and cocoa notes. Tasty now, but best 2004–2008.",Estate Reserve,32,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stangeland 1999 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stangeland-1999-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stangeland
14.2,Red,US,"Cherries and chocolate run wild on the nose of this single-vineyard wine. There are more chocolate-covered cherries in the mouth, and the finish is streamlined and very clean. A smooth, chalky mouthfeel amplifies its total presence.",Leras Vineyard,44,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 1999 Leras Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-1999-leras-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Russian Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Dry, smoky, yet richly complex, opening with a potent bouquet of tart cherry, earth, fern, stable and bacon fat aromas. The palate was leaner than expected, showing very brisk acidity and cranberry, cherry-vanilla and toast flavors. Still, it's quite attractive in a bright, angular manner, closing with tart, tangy tannins.",Dutton-Freestone Hill,55,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Dutton-Freestone Hill Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-freestone-hill-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
13.9,Red,US,"The nose is powerful; it exudes graham crackers, earth and toast. The black cherry fruit on the palate is ripe and almost as sweet as berry syrup. The finish, meanwhile, is long and smooth, but once again it's very sweet.",Allen Vineyard,50,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1999 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,US,"The nose offers graham cracker and toast, and just a little bit of green. There's tons of plum and cherry on the palate as well as coffee and chocolate—just what you want in terms of complexity and hedonism. Solid tannins drive the broad, oaky finish.",Reserve,39,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cristom
13.9,Red,US,"Deep, tangy fruit is substantial enough to wear its toasted oak mantle gracefully. Ripe cherry-plum flavors are offset by spice, earth, meat and saddle leather—and ample charred wood—but remain sweet. It's fairly light in feel for the oak and dark fruit, closing dark and briary. Drink now–2005. Editor's Choice.",,27,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Acacia
13.8,Red,US,"Pronounced cinnamon shadings accent complex smoke, earth and stable aromas that would make a Burgundian proud. On the palate, subtle Asian spice and overt chocolate accents complement the deep black cherry fruit. The long, juicy, peppery finish has tannins to lose. Drink now–2008. Editors' Choice.",,25,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Handley
14.1,Red,US,"Woody, bordering on charred; but the ripe, full-force red fruit supports the heavy barrel influence. In the mouth, there's plenty of sweet cherry, softer strawberry and a supporting cinnamon-like undercurrent. Full tannins provide a foundation that will allow this one to age for years to come.",Beckstoffer - Las Amigas Vineyard,62,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Acacia 2000 Beckstoffer - Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2000-beckstoffer-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Acacia
14.5,Red,US,"This dark and spicy Pinot is built on a solid tart-cherry foundation that's accented by black pepper, and cinnamon. Oak is prominent, providing menthol shadings, and the wine finishes long and toasty.",Great Estates,32,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Great Estates Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-great-estates-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13.8,Red,US,"Smoky and properly herbal aromas set the stage for an equally smoky palate that features plenty of ripe red fruit. This wine toes the all-important line of balance perfectly. It's thin and racy enough to seem fresh, but there's ample body weight to satisfy those who like a real mouthful from their Pinot Noirs.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,36,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Longoria 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Longoria
14.5,Red,Australia,"Like all of the Leeuwin wines, the Art Series Shiraz is rich and full-bodied, but because of its cool-climate origins, it never feels jammy or heavy. Toast and smoke mingle with peppery, leathery scents and ripe blackberries. Finishes with firm tannins and hints of coffee and black pepper.",Art Series,,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1999 Art Series Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1999-art-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,1999,Leeuwin Estate
14.6,Red,US,"It's hard not to like the healthy fruit offered by this cola and leather-accented wine. Described by tasters as furry and woody but wonderful, it stays poised and keeps all elements in harmony through the long, earthy finish.",,28,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Russian Hill
,Red,US,"A complex nose of ripe cherries, cedar, smoke, root beer and spice opens this richly textured Pinot. A solid core of bright yet round fruit shines from start to finish, offset by caramel, bacon and grilled portobello accents. Closes long and flavorfully with full, even tannins. Drink now–2005. Editors' Choice.",Grand Reserve,22,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Villa Mt. Eden 2000 Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2000-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"A poised, well-balanced wine, smooth yet tangy, full yet not heavy. The nose offers complex roasted meat, cardamom, graham cracker and crème brûlée aromas. Black cherry flavors wear tomato, herb and leather accents. There's fine depth of fruit plus a long, spicy, evenly tannic close. Better in two or three years.",Sanford and Benedict Vineyard,43,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2000 Sanford and Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2000-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sanford
14,Red,US,"The nose begins slightly prickly and hot before opening to deliver cherry, smoke and flowers. The fruit borders on pruney, but the wine toes the line of balance to remain stylish and friendly. The palate features soft tannins; it's luxurious rather than hard or racy.",Jessie Vineyard,39,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2000 Jessie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2000-jessie-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cristom
14.1,Red,US,"In recent years, Truchard has been one of the most consistent wineries in the North Coast, and with prices that aren't an affront. This Pinot fits that bill; it offers blackberry, cola and vanilla aromas, tea, cherry and chocolate flavors and a smooth, dry, woody finish. All the elements are here, and in the right sequence and quantity.",,32,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Truchard
14.3,Red,US,"The aromas are elusive, with cinnamon, clove and orange peel hints. There is an oaky element to the lighter-style strawberry fruit, and the finish is spicy, yielding heat at first before performing a smoother fade. Very pretty and not terribly big-boned or extracted.",Precious Mountain,80,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Williams Selyem 1999 Precious Mountain Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-1999-precious-mountain-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Williams Selyem
13.5,Red,US,"Tasters uniformly liked this bright berry and black cherry wine, the top of the line from this venerable family winery. Dark earthy notes, vanilla oak and herb accents nicely complement the crisp and lively fruit. Drink now through 2006.",Showcase Selection,30,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Showcase Selection Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-showcase-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mirassou
14.1,Red,US,"Smoky, meaty and bacony, with a dash of wintergreen, the aromas are bold and intense. The flavors, too, are showy and dramatic, with black cherry and plum blending with leather and mint. Overall, it's a big-boned, heavily extracted wine that just lacks a bit of plushness to the midpalate.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Blocks G + Q Winemaker's Reserve,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Fetzer 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Blocks G + Q Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-blocks-g-q-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fetzer
14.6,Red,US,"With its assertive aromas of gingersnaps, coffee and black cherries, this wine, like Lane herself, isn't shy. Neither are the flavors: strong dark coffee, cloves and cinnamon, black cherry and plum are intense without being heavy.",Julia's Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Lane Tanner 2000 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2000-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lane Tanner
14.1,Red,US,"This lush offering features some Port-like elements—chocolate, dried spices, rich, plummy fruit and a dense, creamy texture—but has enough acidity to retain its essential Pinot character. The tannins on the finish are so soft and ripe that you hardly notice them. Editors' Choice.",Cuvee de Trois,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2000 Cuvee de Trois Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2000-cuvee-trois-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Swan Vineyards
14.3,Red,US,"Very pretty, sweet fruit evoked “baked apple,” “strawberry pie” and “cherry-chocolate” descriptors from our panelists. Bright acidity shows with a modest tang. Intriguing sandalwood and citrus notes add interest on the long finish. Has unique elements and a solid fruit platform. Drink now–2006.",Goldridge Vineyard,40,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dehlinger 1999 Goldridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehlinger-1999-goldridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Dehlinger
13.8,Red,US,"Leathery aromas, along with wood-driven spice, caramel and chocolate notes. The palate doesn't disappoint, delivering spiced cherries and creamy vanilla. The finish is mellow, with more tasty chocolate and coffee as well as juicy berries.",Durell Vineyard,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1999 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1999-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Castle
15.2,Red,US,"Big, bulky and slightly warm, this wine nevertheless delivers copious amounts of mouthfilling fruit. The Port-like plum and spice cake flavors are lush and hedonistic, the mouthfeel layered and rich. If you like big Pinots, jump on it.",Julia's Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2000 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2000-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Foxen
14.5,Red,US,"Dust, pepper and black cherries on the nose. Ripe black cherries and plums make the palate a joy. It's an incredibly round wine that's properly acidic and very easy to drink. Some toasty oak and a good dose of coffee on the finish close things out the right way.",Chamisal,28,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Domaine Alfred 1999 Chamisal Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-alfred-1999-chamisal-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Alfred
,White,France,,Gueberschwihr,28,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Gueberschwihr Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-gueberschwihr-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.5,Red,US,"There is no shortage of aromatics in this wine: leather, vanilla, popcorn, sweet cream, black cherry, brown sugar—they're all there. The mouth is all about chunky plum fruit and buttery oak, while soft tannins and a plush, airy finish guarantee that it will go down easy.",Spirit House,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 2000 Spirit House Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-2000-spirit-house-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Argyle
13.5,Red,US,"This winery's “starter” Pinot is velvety smooth on the nose and in the mouth. A bouquet full of smoked meat, chocolate, caramel and black fruit is quite welcoming. Plum, kirsch and black currant flavors are powerful yet properly restrained. Soft tannins ensure a plush finish.",Premier Cuvee,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 1999 Premier Cuvee Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1999-premier-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Archery Summit
14.3,Red,US,"High-toned sour cherry and cranberry fruit combine with earthy, woodsy, leathery accents in this juicy wine. It's complex and not at all heavy, showing bright fruit and smoky notes supported by tangy acidity. Ends long with dusty, powdery tannins and hints of orange. Drink now–2006. Editor's Choice.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Artesa 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Artesa
14,Red,US,"Big, burly aromas of smoke, matchstick and barnyard join flavors of black plum and cherry mixed with soy and earth. The chewy finish seals the deal in favor of this plump but balanced smoothie.",Vintage Select,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Witness Tree 2000 Vintage Select Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/witness-tree-2000-vintage-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Witness Tree
12.7,Red,US,"Handsome pine, saddle-leather and beet accents adorn dark cherry fruit in this well-balanced welterweight. Oak and tart fruit are married nicely, and the finish, if a touch light, has a smooth, seamless feel along with mocha and herb notes.",Devil's Gulch,50,89,California,North Coast,Marin County,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Devil's Gulch Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-devils-gulch-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
14.3,Red,US,"Some earthy, dense, terroir-driven aromas start this one off, followed by a mouthful of plum, cola and smoked meat. The color is dark as is the overall profile of the wine; it's powerful and richly fruited. Very modern and offering more bulk, intensity and hedonism than elegance.",Rion Reserve,50,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1999 Rion Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1999-rion-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Chehalem
,White,France,,Rotenberg,40,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Rotenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-rotenberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
14.1,Red,US,"Opens strong, with a complex nose of strawberry, cherry, pipe tobacco, menthol, soy, rubbing spices and wheat. A slightly chalky feel along with black tea and herb accents show on the plummy, midweight palate. It closes tasty but tight, with herb and tobacco shadings. While appealing now, best 2004–2008.",,35,89,California,Central Coast,Sta. Rita Hills,Clos Pepe 2000 Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pepe-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-sta-rita-hills/,Pinot Noir,2000,Clos Pepe
14.2,Red,US,"A heavy charcoal-toast profile doesn't always work with Pinot Noir, but it's fine in this chewy, dark offering. Deep cherry fruit, leather and smoked meat accents plus a long, espresso-tinged finish perform harmoniously.",,35,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,David Bruce 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,2000,David Bruce
14.5,Red,US,"Very inviting, displaying unique, appealing orange-clove, even peach-like aromatics over a cherry fruit core. Clove, anise, caramel and earth accents show on the smooth, structured palate. Good focus and an even mouthfeel give this lanky wine great appeal all the way through its long, smoke and anise-tinged finish.",,32,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Crichton Hall 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Crichton Hall
13.7,Red,US,"Fine balance and a winning tart-cherry profile mark this medium-weight Pinot. Hickory smoke, tea, green herb and coffee accents handsomely accent the bright fruit. Tasty and seductive, this shows its fine fruit right through the mildly peppery, evenly tannic finish. Drink now–2006.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Stephen Ross 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Stephen Ross
,Red,US,"The deep cherry, beet and smoke profile appealed to all of us. It is velvety on the tongue, with round berry, earth and charcoal flavors. It comes off smooth, dark and handsome, even if the flavors are a little indistinct,  wrapping up with an attractive espresso finish.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Laetitia 1999 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Laetitia
,Red,US,"From the beginning there is a piercing oakiness to this wine, but not in away that forces aromas and flavors of butter and vanilla. It's more toasted, almost burnt. But under the wood is the full allotment of cherry, tea, structure and intensity.",,40,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Robert Mondavi
14.1,Red,US,"Very flavorful tart cherry and plum fruit emerges after an unusual, almost completely mute opening. Handsomely balanced, the wine is crisp, yet smooth. Tangy fruit and dusty tannins play on the long finish. The young closed nose was the only thing between this tasty wine and excellence.",Pisoni Vineyard,38,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Scott Paul 1999 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-1999-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Scott Paul
14.5,Red,Australia,"The '96 is in a fine drinking window right now, deliciously balancing primary fruit with secondary elements. Dried spices and herbs blend with cassis, cedar and tobacco.",Art Series,,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1996 Art Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1996-art-series-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Leeuwin Estate
14.2,Red,US,"At once creamy and angular, a tart-sweet nose offers bright cherry-rhubarb, herb and smoked meat aromas. It's full yet not weighty on the tongue, showing fine balance. Anise, coffee and charcoal notes add interest, and the tangy close displays ripe tomato and sour cherry flavors with herb accents. Drink now–2007.",Kastania Vineyard,45,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Landmark 1999 Kastania Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-1999-kastania-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Landmark
14.3,Red,US,"A handsome wine that blends dark cherries and blackberries with lighter strawberry and even stewed tomato flavors, supported by smoke, cinnamon-clove and dried herb accents. With its supple, balanced mouthfeel, this is a tasty, attractive wine for the near-term. Drink now–2005.",Reserve-Olivet,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 1999 Reserve-Olivet Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-reserve-olivet-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Kenwood
13.5,Red,US,"All elements work together in harmony in this lithe, racy wine. It opens with an inviting nose of tart fruit accented by plenty of spice and smoke. The mouth offers fleshy plum and cherry flavors, earth and leather notes, and a bright, even feel. Closes long and dry, with taut, zingy fruit and tangy charred oak notes. Drink now–2006.",Leland,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1999 Leland Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1999-leland-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Erath
13.8,Red,US,"This long-time Pinot Noir player's standard bottling is appealing, with inviting aromas of cherry, licorice and date-nut bread. The creamy, juicy texture supports black plum, mocha, coffee and molasses flavors. Panelists had different opinions about the finish, some finding it dry and a bit short, others svelte and polished.",,34,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Gary Farrell
,White,France,,Herrenweg de Turckheim,28,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Herrenweg de Turckheim Muscat (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-herrenweg-turckheim-muscat-alsace/,Muscat,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
13.5,Red,US,"The bouquet is soft, with notes of milk chocolate and sweet, ripe black plum. Black cherry is the dominant flavor, with nuances of bacon and vanilla playing supporting roles. Charred oak and black coffee define the finish.",Marjorie Vineyard,39,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2000 Marjorie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2000-marjorie-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cristom
14.5,Red,US,"Cola and root beer at first, but after that the dense nose is a bit closed. Rich, warm blackberry flavors offer a touch of anise, which comes across almost like black licorice. The finish is all fruit, but with a driving, racy feel spurred on by healthy acidity.",Signature Reserve,48,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Creek 1999 Signature Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-creek-1999-signature-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Carneros Creek
14.5,Red,US,"Lively and lovely from the start, this shows a pretty, vibrant, dark cherry, cola, molasses and spice nose. The red fruit, mint, tobacco and citrus shadings are supported by bright acidity; still, the wine is smooth and well balanced. Closes strong with tangy plum, cocoa and brambly underbrush notes. Drink now–2007, and possibly beyond.",Hirsch,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Scherrer 2000 Hirsch Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2000-hirsch-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Scherrer
14.1,Red,US,"It starts off dense and smoky, and then some mushroom, chocolate and caramel rises up from the glass. The palate is fairly dense and concentrated, with flavors of black cherry, licorice and herbs. The finish is expansive and well textured, with cola, coffee and a hint of barrel char.",Chamisal Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2000 Chamisal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2000-chamisal-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Stephen Ross
14.6,Red,US,"The bouquet is big, black and bordering on syrupy and there's even an uncanny aroma of cinnamon buns. The mouth is equally dark and rich, potentially too much so for fans of leaner, Burgundian Pinots. But if a big wine is up your alley, then you'll love the blackberry fruit, barrel char, sugar beets and brown sugar that swarm the palate here. Coffee and caramel flavors grace the layered finish.",Garys',48,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 2000 Garys' Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2000-garys-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Siduri
14.5,Red,US,"From a respected old hand at Pinot Noir comes this impressive wine, full, thick and mouthcoating, with ripe black-cherry fruit adorned by coffee, toasty oak, molasses and herbs. This flavorful Pinot finishes intensely, with black chocolate and earth notes. Drink now–2007.",Reserve,50,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Saintsbury
14.3,Red,US,"Tight, leathery and toasty describes the nose of this heavyweight. Raspberry fruit is prominent, and so is wood spice and cinnamon. Oak plays a big role in this wine, especially on the finish: Toast and espresso are all over the long, dark fade. Fortunately, potent acidity keeps things clean.",Garys' Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Miner 2000 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2000-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Miner
13.5,Red,US,"Juicy and tangy—even racy—this shows vibrant black cherry, cream and dried spice aromas and flavors. On the tongue the wine is medium-weight, with toast and anise accents on tart plum fruit. The tangy tannins on the close can use a year or two to resolve, but make it a fine food complement even now.",Dutton Ranch Maurice Galante Vineyard,55,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 2000 Dutton Ranch Maurice Galante Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-2000-ranch-maurice-galante-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Dutton-Goldfield
,White,France,,Wintzheim,32,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2000 Wintzheim Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-zind-humbrecht-2000-wintzheim-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaine Zind-Humbrecht
14.1,Red,US,"The complex cherry, smoke, cola and leather bouquet opens to a mildly dusty palate. Wood and fruit are finely meshed here; the ripe cherry-raspberry flavors offset by vanilla and herb accents.",Nielson Vineyard,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1999 Nielson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1999-nielson-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Byron
14.5,Red,US,"This beautifully balanced Pinot boasts aromas of dark fruit, leather and smoked meat. The subtly grained, mid-weight palate shows toast and tea accents over blackberry and plum. Finishes long, but hard and closed, with taut acids and drying tannins, espresso and black chocolate flavors. Drink 2004–2010.",Thomas Road,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 2000 Thomas Road Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-thomas-road-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Iron Horse
13.5,Red,US,"A lovely, nuanced nose of oriental spices, jasmine and lilacs opens this seductive wine. Dark plum-berry fruit, leather and coffee flavors and a supple, balanced feel add to its appeal. Soft and low in acidity to one taster, but to most it was simply succulent. The subtle, chocolate-tinged finish of fine-grained tannins is long and sensuous. Drink now–2007.",Special Cuvee,66,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Newton 2000 Special Cuvee Pinot Noir (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-2000-special-cuvee-pinot-noir-sonoma/,Pinot Noir,2000,Newton
13.9,Red,US,"Plush cherry fruit offset by anise, violet and smoked meat aromas sets the stage for this juicy Pinot. Deep and sensuous, this offers finely balanced herb, cola and dark cherry flavors. It finishes long and complex, with jammy fruit, dried spice, coffee and pepper notes. Drink now through 2007. Editors' Choice.",Melville Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lane Tanner 2000 Melville Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2000-melville-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lane Tanner
14.7,Red,US,"Ample vanilla and powdered cinnamon aromas accent earthy beet and forest-floor scents in this lush, creamy-textured wine. While there's plenty of red fruit providing a rich foundation, the surface flavors are vanilla and dried spices; it takes some work to find the strawberry-raspberry flavors hidden within.",Sleepy Hollow,45,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 2000 Sleepy Hollow Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-2000-sleepy-hollow-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Testarossa
13.9,Red,US,"Deep aromatics of plum liqueur, black cherry, cinnamon and clove start it off. Next come flavors of cherry, vanilla, brown sugar and toast. The finish is a mile long, offering coffee, black pepper and firm but friendly tannins. Give it a couple years to fully knit together.",Muirfield Vineyard,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Siduri 2000 Muirfield Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2000-muirfield-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Siduri
14.1,Red,US,"Like 'em big and deep, with a solid tannic structure? Here, rich black cherry and plum fruit wears smoky oak, herb and spice accents. But the fruit holds its own against the wood. The mouthfeel is rich and supple; the close long and evenly tannic. And it will be better in one to two years.",Garys' Vineyard,49,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Siduri 1999 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1999-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Siduri
,Red,US,"Key descriptors from our tasters' notes for this wine include such words as “supple,” “balanced,” “lingering” and “seamless.” It's not a blockbuster, but it is so seductively easy to drink, with its luscious cherry, leather and dried-spice flavors, that it scored unanimously well with our panel. Editors' Choice.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Davis Bynum
14.5,Red,US,"This is deep and earthy, with leather and herbal accents. A powdery quality softens the full-blast cherry and plum fruit, which carries a touch of cola and oaky vanilla. The finish is top-shelf, with citrus peel, tea, dried spices, espresso and burnt toast. It's simultaneously rustic yet refined; the perfect match. Editors' Choice.",,26,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,La Crema 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,La Crema
14,Red,US,"This is big stuff—“Pinot on steroids,” wrote one taster, with a dense, smoky, meaty, neo-Syrah nose. Leather and cola notes accent the dark briary, raisiny fruit and the texture is chewy. There was dissent, however—one panelist found the scale and sweet flavors just too much and too un-Pinot-like. But the majority said, bring it on, typical or not.",La Rinconada,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 2000 La Rinconada Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2000-rinconada-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sanford
14.2,Red,US,"The nose is loaded with stewed plum and roasted tomato. Raspberry, plum and chocolate flavors get a helping hand from fresh herbal notes, while the tail end is all black fruit, bitter chocolate and espresso. A bit of warning: This is sweet stuff, a thoroughly modern California wine. Editors' Choice.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1999 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1999-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Castle
14.2,Red,US,"Rich in the nose, with smoke, toast, chocolate and licorice aromas. The palate is quite fruity, as it's dominated exclusively by black fruit with only a slight hint of mocha. The finish is creamy if a bit on the warm side. Editors' Choice.",,24,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Creek 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-creek-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Carneros Creek
13.9,Red,US,"This opens with plum, stable and stewed-fruit aromas. Tasters were impressed by the black and red fruit, meat, smoke, red earth, caramel and cinnamon flavors packed into the palate. The long chewy finish shows off intense fruit and pepper-clove accents. Best after 2003.",Apple Hill Vineyard,35,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2000 Apple Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2000-apple-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Husch
14.2,Red,US,"Juicy fruit shines in this winning Pinot, and why not? It's from one of the Russian River Valley's most respected growers. Smoke swirls around cherry and blackberry flavors in a lovely pas-de-deux, enveloping yet never obscuring the fruit. The delicious chalky, smoked meat and licorice finish is long. Drink now–2007. Editors' Choice.",,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rochioli
14.5,White,US,"Lovely deep dusty rose and violet aromas open this light and fresh, yet velvety, offering. Cinnamon, mint, chocolate and tobacco accents keep the palate lively, while a ripe, easy feel makes it eminently drinkable. Drink now–2006.",,35,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,David Bruce 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,David Bruce
14.5,White,Australia,"Despite having one year of bottle-age prior to release, this youthful wine could use more to round off the hard, tart edge to its finish. It's a rich, full wine, loaded with mouthfilling peach, toast and mealy flavors. Cellar Selection.",Art Series,65,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1999 Art Series Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1999-art-series-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,1999,Leeuwin Estate
14,Red,US,"Hints of strawberry accent smoke, beet and cinnamon aromas. Then tart red berries take over in the mouth, mingling seductively with notes of clove and cinnamon, before turning peppery. Chocolate and espresso add a dark, emphatic bass note to the finish. Editors' Choice.",,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Foxen
,Red,US,"Quite dark and opaque, this full-bodied Pinot is handsomely toasty and smoky, with a layered black cherry and blackberry fruit foundation. Though youthful and closed, it still feels velvety and deep, showing lots of finesse, and stylish vanilla and herb accents. Finishes long and rich; needs two to three years to unfold. Best 2005–2010.",Mark Bradford Vineyard,75,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 1999 Mark Bradford Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-1999-mark-bradford-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Serene
14.1,Red,US,"Plum, pepper, spicy oak, earth and coffee on the nose. Flavors include blackberries, cherries and mushrooms, but also a hint of celery. The structure here is impeccable; it's very well built, somewhat like a fortress, but one with a wide-open door.",Experimental 4-2A-115,50,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Experimental 4-2A-115 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-experimental-4-2a-115-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cambria
14.1,Red,US,"An interesting and complex wine sure to provoke discussion, the 2000 Barnett offers some starchy vegetable aromas and flavors but also pretty black cherry and plum notes that wind up on top. It's tart and tannic but well fruited, and should last for several years.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Barnett 2000 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2000-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Barnett
13.5,Red,US,"Supple and plump, this Pinot announces itself with a nuanced red berry, cinnamon-clove spice, soy and tree-bark bouquet. The palate's velvety feel, subtle acidity and caramel-tinged sweet fruit have great appeal. Closes stylishly with a ripe and spicy, almost sappy-feeling, softly tannic finish. Drink now through 2006.",,32,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,August Briggs 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-briggs-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,August Briggs
13.5,Red,US,,,24,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Saintsbury
14.4,Red,US,"Compared to other Acacia Pinots, this is the richest and densest, but it carries a common thread: ultra sweet fruit. It's all about black cherry, barrel char and then coffee and warmth on the finish. Similar to the berry syrup you put on pancakes or vanilla ice cream.",Desoto Vineyard,50,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1999 Desoto Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1999-desoto-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Acacia
14,Red,US,"This soft and inviting wine seduces with suede, caramel, cinnamon and vanilla aromas and flavors, then turns harsh and a bit metallic on the finish. It's schizophrenic, much like the panel was regarding this wine, with one reviewer liking it more than the score indicates.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Chumeia 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chumeia-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chumeia
13.9,Red,US,"Though endowed with attractive rhubarb-strawberry fruit and cedary, brown sugar and marinade accents, this wine also shows an astringent edge. This usually comes from high acidity, which makes wines bright and lively, yet paradoxically the wine has a vaguely fatigued feel. The modest close shows white pepper and lemon.",Dutton Ranch - Jewell Block,52,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastopol 2000 Dutton Ranch - Jewell Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-2000-dutton-ranch-jewell-block-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sebastopol
13.8,Red,US,"Opening with a light stewed berry, tea and mushroom nose, this entry from Monterey veteran Steve Pessagno has tasty elements but is shy on substance. Boasts interesting cola, herb and caramel accents and lively fruit-acid balance, but could use more meat on its bones as a stronger platform for the flavors.",Spring Grove Vineyard,28,84,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Pessagno 2000 Spring Grove Vineyard Pinot Noir (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2000-spring-grove-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Pessagno
13,Red,US,"A light wine that's lean yet soft, built on a slightly sweet cherry-strawberry fruit platform. Pleasing spice and herb accents add interest, but the palate displays a cola/black cherry quality. Closes drier and spicier, with moderate length. Drink now. Best Buy.",Coastal,10,84,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 2000 Coastal Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-2000-coastal-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Villa Mt. Eden
13,Red,US,"Simple and candied, but not unpleasant, this is a perfect “party Pinot.” Chill it slightly to accentuate the black cherry fruit and minimize its slightly syrupy mouthfeel.",,11,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,M.G. Vallejo 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mg-vallejo-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma/,Pinot Noir,2000,M.G. Vallejo
,Red,US,,,10,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Christophe 2000 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christophe-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2000,Christophe
,Red,US,"A complex, amazing wine that is one of the best Zins of the vintage. The perfume is extraordinarily detailed, suggesting black raspberry preserves, white chocolate, black pepper, tobacco, vanilla and smoke. All these flavors commingle in the mouth. Drinks dry, with dusty tannins. This is a brilliant wine, with a sensationally rich, vital finish. —S.H.",Three Amigos Vineyards,38,96,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seven Lions Winery 2000 Three Amigos Vineyards Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-2000-three-amigos-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Seven Lions Winery
,Red,US,"Much improved over the previous vintage, this is a fragrant wine perfumed with cherry/berry scents and light spice. The core of sweet cherry fruit is more open and generous, more approachable than the Red Mountain vineyard wines, which are more cellarworthy.",Seven Hills Vineyard,36,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Andrew Will 2000 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2000-seven-hills-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2000,Andrew Will
14.2,White,US,"More concentrated than the winery's regular release, this polished version gets right to the point. It shines bright with focused tropical fruit flavors underlaid with tart citric acids. The lees and oak are laid on thick, but are in balance with the fruit. It's a fancy wine, but hard to find, with only 550 cases produced. —S.H.",Reserve,24,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Martin & Weyrich 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1999-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Martin & Weyrich
13.8,White,US,"Lush and appealing, the spicy peach, apple and tropical fruit flavors are nicely highlighted by rich lees and toasted oak. Crisp acids offset the lush flavors perfectly, creating balance and harmony. The wine has an elegant, limpid quality despite its size. —S.H.",Dutton Ranch,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 1999 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-1999-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Rutz
,Red,US,"A new producer on Red Mountain debuts with a fine Merlot, showing the tight, taut profile of the appellation. Black cherry and cassis, anchored to an iron/mineral foundation, with some bitter chocolate in the balanced, muscular finish.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sandhill 1999 Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandhill-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,1999,Sandhill
14.2,White,US,"Defines seamless in its perfect integration of oak and fruit—it's virtually impossible to tell where one leaves off and the other begins. Toasty, nutty notes combine with vibrant apple, pear and citrus flavors for a winning combination. —J.C.",Estate Grown,37,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2000 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2000-estate-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Rochioli
,White,US,"Sweetly perfumed with citrus blossoms, this is a juicy, mouthfilling wine with ripe citrus, melon and light tropical flavors. The wine fills the palate and lingers, adding hints of anise and mineral to the delicious fruit as it winds through a long, sinuous finish.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2001 Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2001-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2001,Waterbrook
13.9,White,US,"This blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon has seen a lot of  smoky oak and lees, and it shows in the rich, creamy texture. The flavors are an absolute delight, fruity and spicy and not too unnaturally sweet. This wine has a limpid elegance and layered complexity thatÕs lip-smackingly good.",Seta,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2000 Seta Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2000-seta-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Signorello
,Red,US,"McCrea makes five different Syrahs, and the style here, which he calls “our Shiraz,” uses American oak barrels to imitate the big, smoky flavors of Australian wines. This is a powerhouse, tannic and young, packed with ripe black fruits set against delicious, toasty oak. —P.G.",Amerique,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2000 Amerique Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2000-amerique-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,McCrea
,White,US,"Well-toasted oak dominates the aromas, hauling along the usual vanilla and crushed-spice notes. It's oaky in the mouth, too, full of new-barrel sweetness floating above tropical fruit flavors. Dryish and soft in acids, it has a buttery, creamy mouthfeel. —S.H.",,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frank Family 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Frank Family
,Red,US,"This has a beautiful nose, with pepper, light balsamic and green tea scents. The tannins are also tea-like, and the compact fruit mixes red and black flavors. Smoky, tannic and tight, with strong herb, tea and tobacco flavors. Just 1,800 cases available. —P.G.",Reserve,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"Pretty darned nice Chard, and not too oaky or sweet, for a change. This one has fresh apple and peach flavors in a round, creamy texture, with quite a dollop of lees, which adds to the complex palate and finish. The structure is especially good.",,17,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Alapay 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alapay-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Alapay
,Red,US,"This lush, fruity wine absolutely explodes from the glass with a bright burst of red currant and ripe raspberry fruit. The oak barrels add a smooth splash of milk chocolate; who can resist? —P.G.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Waterbrook 2000 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Sangiovese (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2000-ciel-cheval-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sangiovese,2000,Waterbrook
14,Red,Australia,"Put big, rich fruit in a tightly wound package without new oak influence and you have a very ageworthy wine that might not be ready until 2008, and should last through 2020. Blackberries, black pepper, earth, spice and leather provide plenty of complexity without any oak embellishments.",St. Henri,40,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1998 St. Henri Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-st-henri-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1998,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Plump black cherry fruit stands out, buttressed with firm tannins and flavors of tar, toast, smoke and coffee. There is plenty of oak, with an appealing hint of bitterness. The fruit is classic Washington Merlot, pure and powerful rather than soft and pretty.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Isenhower Cellars
,White,US,"A delicate style, with silky texture, good acidity and a subtle blend of melon, fig and grassy notes that are well integrated and pleasing. The finish is clean and fresh, with a bracing mineral-and-citrus edge. Best Buy. —J.M.",,14,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Silverado
,White,US,"Bright and fruity, with gobs of peach, orange, grapefruit, spice and vanilla flavors. There's a hint of banana as well. Zingy on the finish, with a riotous grapefruit edge. Not subtle, but lots of fun. —J.M.",Mer Soleil Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Treana 2000 Mer Soleil Vineyard White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-2000-mer-soleil-vineyard-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,Treana
14,Red,Spain,"Torres' top-end offering is quite dark, with a plum, tobacco, earth and leather nose. Smooth and balanced, it shows good acidity and even tannins, while handsome cocoa notes adorn the almost juicy cherry fruit. Tasty now, it will improve if aged one to three years, and drink well through 2010.",Grans Muralles,103,90,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1997 Grans Muralles Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1997-grans-muralles-red-penedes/,Red Blend,1997,Torres
,White,US,"This wine gets the star treatment: fermentation in small French oak (40% new); hand stirring on the lees, and a lengthy, cool fermentation. It's smooth and sophisticated, with plump, textured fruit and a lightly butterscotchy finish.",,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Three Rivers
13.8,Red,US,"One of the older and more distinguished of Meritage wines, this blend of five Bordeaux varietals is leaner this year but there are pretty berry flavors in addition to herbal ones. ItÕs well-oaked, with complex, dusty tannins. It wonÕt age but it has glamor and elegance and breed.",Reserve Alexandre,45,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Reserve Alexandre Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-reserve-alexandre-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Geyser Peak
14.5,Red,Australia,"The small (10%) Mourvèdre component provides an interesting horsey nuance to the aromas, while the engine driving this blend is the Grenache (50%), which contributes rich, juicy cherries. It's full bodied and ultrasmooth—almost creamy—on the palate, finishing with supple tannins. Drink now–2006. —J.C.",GSM - Grenache Syrah Mourvedre,30,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rosemount 1999 GSM - Grenache Syrah Mourvedre Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-gsm-grenache-syrah-mourvedre-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,1999,Rosemount
13.5,Red,Australia,"Despite the Mourvèdre only comprising 26% of the blend, it plays a powerful role in this wine, giving horsey aromas of cassis and tree bark. Flavors of plum, leather and earth also speak of the Mourvèdre component. The unique earthy nature of Mourvèdre is showcased without the grape variety's frequently heavy tannins. —J.C.",Bin 2 - Shiraz/Mourvedre,11,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2000 Bin 2 - Shiraz/Mourvedre Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2000-bin-2-shiraz-mourvedre-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2000,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Said to be from Sonoma County's oldest Merlot vineyards, there's a density and weight that suggest low yields of small, intense berries. Focused flavors of blackberries, cassis, tobacco, black cherry and licorice candy, wrapped in wonderful tannins, and bone dry. This is elegant stuff, if a bit soft. —S.H.",Russian River Vineyards,32,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Deerfield Ranch 1999 Russian River Vineyards Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-1999-russian-river-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1999,Deerfield Ranch
,Red,US,"A claret-style Zin in its delicacy, harmony and racy balance, but there's nothing reserved about the flavors of this mountain wine. Drinks brightly rich and fruity, with gorgeous tannins. There's a graceful femininity to this wine despite somewhat high alcohol. —S.H.",V.G.S.,50,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 1999 V.G.S. Zinfandel (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1999-vgs-zinfandel-napa-mount-veeder/,Zinfandel,1999,Château Potelle
13,Red,Spain,"Slick and very much in the modern international style, this smooth operator has the dark, toasty oak and vanilla over black fruit profile seen often, and from many places. But it's undeniably tasty, and its bright tart-sweet fruit, coffee and chocolate accents and substantial feel is pleasing.  Finishes long and tasty with espresso and vanilla accents, full but supple tannins. Drink now–2008.",Baron de Chirel Reserva,60,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Riscal 1996 Baron de Chirel Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-1996-baron-chirel-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1996,Marqués de Riscal
,White,US,"Rich and satisfying in all respects. It offers full, fat fruit flavor, a generous complement of new oak, and a juicy, oily, mouthcoating grip. Finishes with a pleasing burst of roasted nuts.",Wahluke Slope Vineyard,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2000 Wahluke Slope Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2000-wahluke-slope-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Barnard Griffin
,White,US,"This single-vineyard wine smells unbelievably good, with gingerbread, honey, citrus, vanilla custard and tropical fruit notes bursting from the glass. The flavors are as good, filled with ripe fruits and spices. ItÕs not all that dry, but pretty much so. One of the best Gewurzes of the vintage, and an incredible value.",Dry,12,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 2000 Dry Gewürztraminer (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2000-dry-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Bargetto
,White,US,". If you like lees, minerals and intense acidity in your Chardonnay; if you like a spine of steel and an austere profile softened only slightly by citrus fruits, then you will love this wine. It's far sharper than most California Chards. Also more food-friendly. You might find yourself reaching for a second glass. —S.H.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Babcock
,Red,US,"This is the first year Andrew Will has done a Sheridan Vineyard designation. The bouquet is like a fresh-baked blackberry pie, and the sweet, ripe and tangy flavor of blackberries hits the palate too. It's a forward, fruit-driven wine with plenty of immediate appeal.",Sheridan Vineyard,36,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 2000 Sheridan Vineyard Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2000-sheridan-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Andrew Will
13.5,Red,Spain,,Alba de Bretón Reserva,55,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Breton 1996 Alba de Bretón Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-breton-1996-alba-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Bodegas Breton
14.5,Red,US,"From 109-year-old vines, an old-style field blend with It's robust, full of body and flavor, rich and powerful. Runs wild with fruity flavors and stains the glass with thick syrupy cathedrals. —S.H.",Evangelho Vineyard,25,90,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Carmenet 1999 Evangelho Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1999-evangelho-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Carmenet
12,White,US,"This is a limited edition (about 7000 cases) wine that is mainly sold in the Northwest. The aromas are of lemon wax, light blossom and apricot. Lots of flavor springs from a textured, almost creamy mouthfeel. Very fresh and inviting.",Dry,8,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2001 Dry Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2001-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"This is just the second vintage for the winery's new, high-end reserve wines, and reflects the vintage. Tight, compact and muscular, it is packed with dark black cherry and blackberry fruit, hard tannins and a robust structure. At the moment it is still recovering from its recent bottling; the score could rise substantially.",Reserve,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Columbia Crest
13.5,White,US,"Someone is bound to describe this as “Burgundian” because it has a dry, mealy, nutty aroma and feels very smooth and rich. There's also something earthy and barnyardy, in a positive way.  —S.H.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Martin & Weyrich 1999 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Martin & Weyrich
13,Red,Spain,"There's lots to like in this fully mature Rioja. Substantial ripe sweet fruit, caramel and tobacco aromas and flavors abound. The mouthfeel is light to medium weight, the acidity moderate and the tannins well resolved on the long, positive finish. Very tasty, and at its best now through 2005. Editors' Choice.",Gran Reserva,25,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Arienzo 1994 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-arienzo-1994-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Marques de Arienzo
13.9,Red,Australia,"Tastes bold, intense and a bit rustic and rambunctious, the way a good young Shiraz should. Black pepper, earth and leather notes draped over blackberry fruit. It's full and verging on syrupy in the mouth, finishing with a trace of heat and firm but ripe tannins. —J.C.",Bin 61,17,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1999 Bin 61 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1999-bin-61-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Leasingham
,Red,Italy,"This super Tuscan blends 50% Sangiovese with 50% Merlot for a wine that combines some of the wiry structure of Sangiovese with the plump flesh of Merlot. Filled with more opulent fruit than the '98, this vintage may be the best yet, bursting with plum and mocha flavors that extend through the dry, toasty finish.",della Vite,75,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Luce 1999 della Vite Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luce-1999-della-vite-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Luce
,Red,US,"Mostly Lemberger, with about 10% Syrah tossed in for spice. Lemberger has rarely tasted so good. The nose features waves of black pepper and brambly red fruits, the flavors are cherry, leaf and earth. It finishes crisply, without any rustic earthiness. —P.G.",Blue Franc,13,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2000 Blue Franc Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2000-blue-franc-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2000,Thurston Wolfe
14.5,Red,US,"Marks a welcome return to the old Martini style of soft, delicious red wines that are intricate in detail and subtly marked by wood. The flavors spread feather-like over the palate, highlighting black cherry, pepper, tobacco and spice; dry and rich. Has an extra layer of nuance that makes each sip different from the last. —S.H.",Del Rio Vineyard,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Louis M. Martini 1999 Del Rio Vineyard Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1999-rio-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1999,Louis M. Martini
13.5,Red,US,"Nice drinking here, with modulated berry fruit and sizable tannins, which you don't see that much anymore. Dick Arrowood produced a complex, dry beverage that will complement a wide variety of foods. —S.H.",Grand Archer,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 1999 Grand Archer Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1999-grand-archer-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Arrowood
,White,US,"Austere, lemony fruit, with a hefty mineral component, wrapped in considerable oak. The wood contributes expected buttered toast notes and a round, creamy mouthfeel, while the fruit is long and penetrating. The earthiness holds your attention. —S.H.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1999,Cinnabar
,White,US,"Bright, spicy fruit is handsomely underscored with sweet new oak. This is flat-out classy winemaking, with food-friendly acids and the wine's citrus/melon fruit playing well against the toasty oak.",,15,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chinook 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chinook-2000-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Chinook
,Red,US,"Always a favorite and highly allocated, this nicely aged wine showcases beautifully ripe, not overripe, Yakima Valley fruit. Sweet scents of Bing cherry, cocoa and spice open softly into a generous but elegant palate, balanced and smooth.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chinook 1998 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chinook-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Chinook
,Red,US,"Pretty scents of cinnamon start things off; the flavors show cherry pipe tobacco and plenty of black cherry and cassis fruit. Firm and tannic, it wraps its Bordeaux-style flavors in leaf and leather. —P.G.",Canoe Ridge Estates,24,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Canoe Ridge Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-canoe-ridge-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Walla Walla fruit again shines here, as it is 88% Seven Hills and Pepper Bridge vineyards. Complex and leathery, with intriguing nuances of cherry tobacco showcasing true varietal flavors. A hearty, enjoyable wine with a sweet, fruity core. —P.G.",,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2000 Sangiovese (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2000-sangiovese-columbia-valley-wa/,Sangiovese,2000,Thurston Wolfe
,Red,US,"From an inland Mendocino County district well regarded for ripe Zin comes this deeply flavored version. It's stuffed with wild berry and spice notes and drinks sweetly ripe, yet it's balanced and harmonious despite hefty alcohol. The finish is intricately dry and fruity. —S.H.",Annette's Reserve Rhodes Vineyard,27,91,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Rosenblum 1999 Annette's Reserve Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1999-annettes-reserve-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Rosenblum
14.1,Red,Australia,"Not as wild and robust as you might expect from the name, this offering is instead a silky-smooth blend of mint and creamy chocolate layered over a base of pepper-dusted blackberries. Despite the richness, it never seems overly heavy. Drink now and over the next 10 years. —J.C.",Spartacus Reserve,60,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Punters Corner 1999 Spartacus Reserve Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punters-corner-1999-spartacus-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1999,Punters Corner
14.4,Red,US,"A very great value in Zinfandel, this warm-climate wine is filled with ripe berry fruit that only steady sunshine can produce. There are some underlying raisiny flavors but they're overshadowed by the sheer balance. Exquisitely dry, flamboyantly drinkable, with wonderful tannins, this is great Zinfandel, and look at that price.",Old Vine,10,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1997-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1997,Peirano
,White,South Africa,"The team of Peter Finlayson (brother of Walter from Glen Carlou) and Burgundian Paul Bouchard make great Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the cool climate of Hermanus, just a ridge away from the ocean. The palate is concentrated, spicy and smoky, with smooth ripe fruit, flavors of butter and hot toast. It is all topped off with a delicious, fresh layer of acidity.",Walker Bay,,91,South Africa,,,Missionvale 2000 Walker Bay Chardonnay (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/missionvale-2000-walker-bay-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2000,Missionvale
,White,US,"Barrel fermentation yields creamy, smoky aromas and a rich texture. Lees aging boosts the thick mouthfeel. On the other hand, the actual fruit flavors are restrained. No massive guavas and breadfruit here. Think apples, crisp and clean and spicy. This is likely to age well. —S.H.",Labbe Vineyard Chardonnay,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Deerfield Ranch 1999 Labbe Vineyard Chardonnay Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-1999-labbe-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Deerfield Ranch
13.8,Red,US,"This wine lives up to MerlotÕs reputation as being Òthe soft Cabernet.Ó It has deep, rich berry flavors and is very mellow and velvety. It is soft, but retains life and zest. Put it all together and itÕs an elegant, delicious wine. There are some tannins but itÕs a wine to drink now or soon.",,28,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Burgess
,Red,US,"Randall Grahm pioneered how to produce flavorful, glamorous Rhone blends, and this mixture of  Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvedre continues the tradition. ItÕs a bit harder-edged this year, which is fine. It makes this deliciously dry, fruity wine a better companion with food.",Le Cigare Volant,30,91,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 1999 Le Cigare Volant Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-1999-le-cigare-volant-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Bonny Doon
,Red,US,"The vineyard supplies grapes to many of Walla Walla's best wineries; L'Ecole does a bang-up job, placing dark, rich, roasted coffee flavors from new oak barrels against sweet, open, raspberry/cherry fruit. This new vintage is still angular and jangly; give it a few more months in the bottle and it will smooth out into a luscious delight.",Seven Hills Vineyard,39,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2000 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2000-seven-hills-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2000,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"This terroir-driven wine is the second wine of Laurel Glen itself. It is strongly scented with cassis, which also dominates the flavors. Oak plays a supporting role. There are some tannins, enough to provide a dusty mouthfeel. Try this for a fine alternative to the usual Napa-Sonoma fare. It's distinctive.",Counterpoint,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Laurel Glen 1999 Counterpoint Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-1999-counterpoint-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Laurel Glen
,Red,US,"Walla Walla's Pepper Bridge Vineyard seems to have made richer, riper wines in 2000, and there are deep and delicious flavors of strawberry, cherry and cassis, along with a bit of licorice. Nice concentration here, more than usual, and even a hint of mineral in the finish.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,36,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 2000 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2000-pepper-bridge-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Andrew Will
13.5,Red,Spain,"Impressively dense, this darkly fruited, well-oaked red delivers large-scale flavor and texture. Yes, there's plenty of oak, but there's something so often lacking, too—a wealth of deep, brawny fruit. This dark berry, espresso and licorice-tinged tour de force closes with solid tannins and will reward cellaring. Drinkable now, but best from 2004–2000. Editors' Choice. —M.M.",Reserva,19,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Gran Cermeño 1996 Reserva  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-cermeno-1996-reserva-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,1996,Gran Cermeño
,Red,US,"Can anything compare with the glorious Leonetti '99? This is a fine effort, with its showy mix of red fruits, berry and pomegranate flavors dominating. Though immediately delicious, it is less meaty and muscular than the previous vintage. It's all about sweet, forward fruit, backed with soft, pleasing tannins.",,55,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Leonetti Cellar
14.1,White,US,,Reserve-Sendal,20,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1999 Reserve-Sendal White (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1999-reserve-sendal-white-sonoma-county/,White Blend,1999,Simi
,White,US,"A blend of 78% Sauvignon Blanc and 22% Sémillon that really defines the white Meritage approach. Sauvignon's lemony, herbal personality meshes perfectly with Sémillon's fig flavors and fatness. New oak—and what seems like lees contact—provide sweetness, vanilla and a lush, creamy mouthfeel. —S.H.",Reserve Sendal,20,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1999 Reserve Sendal Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1999-reserve-sendal-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Simi
,Red,US,"A lot to like here. Firm, tart cherry and cassis fruit sets the tone. It's still packed and a bit reticent, but opens beautifully into a wine of layered elegance, with firm, age-worthy tannins.",DuBrul Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Caterina 1999 DuBrul Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1999-dubrul-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1999,Caterina
13.5,Red,Australia,"Complex and spicy, with cinnamon, clove and vanilla notes that blend seamlessly with rich blackberry fruit and hints of cured meat. Coffee and caramel imparted by oak stick out a little at present; try after 2005.",Magill Estate,50,91,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1999 Magill Estate Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-magill-estate-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1999,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Boushey Vineyard's Syrah is also singled out by Doug McCrea for single-vineyard status; it's ripe, complex and has pretty fruit, with pleasing hints of Provençal herbs and a bit of gaminess. Tart and zingy, with vivid presence and a lipsmacking vitality. —P.G.",Boushey Vineyard,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Three Rivers 2000 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2000-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,Three Rivers
,White,US,"Viognier is rarely so perfectly balanced, intensely flavored without becoming too sweetly perfumed, rich but not so ripe as to lose its subtle elegance.",,23,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2000 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2000-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2000,McCrea
,Red,US,"Like this cult winery's Cabernet, the Merlot is loaded with layer upon layer of rich, textured, chocolatey oak. The flavors are right out of Ben and Jerry— caramel, cocoa, roasted nuts, vanilla and sweet milk chocolate. But there is plenty of fruit there too, and the combo is beguiling, instant gratification.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Walla Walla 2000 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2000,Walla Walla
,Red,US,"Soft and plump as a big baby, and filled with succulent, juicy blobs of blueberries and raspberries, this dry Central Coast wine makes up for the lack of tannic structure with delicious   flavors. —S.H.",Zinphony #2 Reserve,24,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 1999 Zinphony #2 Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1999-zinphony-2-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Hunt Cellars
13,White,US,"Balance is the key. Firm, fully ripe fruit, still tart and tight enough to provide a steely through-line, is nuanced with lightly spicy oak. Perfectly balanced, polished and delicious.",Canoe Ridge Estate,20,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Canoe Ridge Estate Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-canoe-ridge-estate-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Walla Walla wineries are turning out some pretty delicious Sangiovese these days, and Leonetti always seems to lead the pack. This is plenty tannic, stuffed with rich cherry fruit and nuanced with leather and tobacco. Really pretty with soft tannins and lots of sweet cherry flavor. —P.G.",,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 2000 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-2000-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2000,Leonetti Cellar
12.5,Red,Spain,"This mature red's complex, enticing nose offers wood, spices, brown leaves and hint of funky mushroom-earth. It's not weighty, but very aromatic and flavorful. The elements above continue to play out over a solid dried fruit core on the palate. Finishes beautifully with very good length and subtle spice notes. Drink now through 2008. —M.M.",Gran Reserva,,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ontañón 1994 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ontanon-1994-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Bodegas Ontañón
,White,US,"A brilliantly spicy wine, loaded with mandarin orange, ginger, peach and mineral notes. Refreshingly different, luscious and loads of fun. —J.M.",Mer Soleil Vineyard,25,91,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Treana 1999 Mer Soleil Vineyard White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-1999-mer-soleil-vineyard-white-central-coast/,Rhône-style White Blend,1999,Treana
13.4,Red,US,"Fleshy and rich. It's like a bite of filet mignon, tender and soft, juicy and chewy, and completely mouthfilling and delicious. Straddles the border between raspberries and tomatoes, with fresh green herbs and oaky nuances. A very fine Pinot. —S.H.",Dutton Ranch,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 1999 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-1999-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rutz
,Red,US,"The reserve is soft, powerful, smooth and chocolatey. Showing a bit more fruit intensity than the regular bottling, but similar in style, it adds light spice, toast and roasted nuts to the mix of red and black fruits.",Reserve,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2000 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2000-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"Another fine effort from this new Walla Walla winery. Half Red Mountain and half Walla Walla fruit, it is smooth and polished, with sweet, spicy, raspberry/strawberry/cherry flavors. Tangy and delicious through a very pretty finish. —P.G.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Isenhower Cellars 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isenhower-cellars-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Isenhower Cellars
13.7,Red,US,"Mainly from 120-year old vines, this wine showcases Zin in one of its aspects. ItÕs bone dry, and modern tannin management makes it softly drinkable. From the middle palate through the finish, sumptuous, spicy fruit takes over. It lacks CabernetÕs glamor, but captures ZinÕs rough and ready personality perfectly. Even at this price, itÕs a good value.",Old Vines,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Sebastiani
,White,US,"This wine captures much of the fragrant power and floral punch of Alsatian Gewürz, yet despite its late-harvest labeling it's not cloying, heavy or overly sweet. It is a delight, scented with spices and flowers, tasting of exotic fruits and sweet/dusty spices.",Biscuit Ridge Vineyard - Late Harvest,23,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2001 Biscuit Ridge Vineyard - Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2001-biscuit-ridge-vineyard-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"It's a crying shame California doesn't get serious about Petite Sirah because this wine shows just how good it can be. It's got Cabernet's full-bodied character, Zinfandel's spicy fruit, the airy, weightless quality of Pinot Noir, and Syrah's smoky, notes. Add it up and it makes for one tasty if slightly savage wine. —S.H.",,28,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sable Ridge 1999 Petite Sirah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sable-ridge-1999-petite-sirah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Sable Ridge
13.9,White,US,"Longtime vintner Rich Longoria has crafted an intensely flavored wine whose tastes are exotic, even eccentric. Bosc pears dominate, with their spicy, nutty flavors,   augmented by rich oak and the creamy mouth-  feel from lees. It's a big, thick wine with good acidity. —S.H.",Santa Rita Hills,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 2000 Santa Rita Hills Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-2000-santa-rita-hills-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Longoria
,White,US,"This is the first release from an important new boutique winery. Consulting winemaker Mike Januik was Ste. Michelle's white wine guru for many years; he now runs his own winery. The grapes, from Red Mountain's top site, are superb. A hint of sweetness makes this mouthfilling, fragrant, fruit-loaded wine immensely appealing.",Klipsun Vineyard,19,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Novelty Hill 2000 Klipsun Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novelty-hill-2000-klipsun-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Novelty Hill
,Dessert,US,"This deeply colored, golden wine is very sweet and hyperbotrytized, with apricot, Grand Marnier and honey flavors, and the smoothest texture imaginable. It just glides over the tongue and down the throat with a viscous purity. It wants higher acidity, but that's quibbling—it's delicious. —S.H.",Gold Orion Vineyard Late Harvest Botrytis,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Deerfield Ranch 1999 Gold Orion Vineyard Late Harvest Botrytis Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-1999-gold-orion-vineyard-late-harvest-botrytis-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,1999,Deerfield Ranch
,White,US,"From a cool climate vineyard, a lushly textured wine with a full range of flavors, ranging from spiced apples to peaches and tropical fruits. ItÕs well-oaked, dryish, and finishes with honeyed length. Has that edge of complexity that earns extra points.",Sierra Madre,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1998 Sierra Madre Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1998-sierra-madre-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Byron
,Red,US,"This is the winery's first nonreserve Cabernet from 100% Walla Walla fruit. It's a subtle style shift: more floral qualities, more finesse, a mix of red fruits and a light hint of bell pepper. Tannins are soft but substantial; in the mouth, flavors extend and include interesting herb and leaf nuances. The core of ripe fruit is there and firmly in place; the tannins are showing a bit of stem right now and the oak is hiding. —P.G.",,60,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Leonetti Cellar
12,White,US,"For the first time this Ste. Michelle/Ernst Loosen collaboration is sourced predominantly from Yakima Valley vineyards. It is drier, more minerally than past vintages, with crisp, elegant pineapple, white peach and green apple fruit. Tight and beautifully structured, it shows surprising power through the long, crystalline finish. Cellar Selection.",Eroica,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen 2001 Eroica Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-dr-loosen-2001-eroica-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Chateau Ste. Michelle & Dr. Loosen
,Red,US,"The second Syrah for this cult winery, and again it is bursting with rich, black fruit flavors. A lovely, sweet nose shows mixed berry, gingerbread and vanilla scents, which lead into sweet, appealing fruit. Maybe not quite as big and powerful as the '99, but it's a beautifully balanced and thoroughly delicious effort. —P.G.",,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Dunham
,Red,US,"Gleams with a wickedly purple intensity, and startles by the sheer size. Huge, jammy scents of blackberries, cherries and blueberries are lifted by charry, smoky oak, while the flavors are enormous and extracted. Balanced, harmonious. —S.H.",Pagani Vineyard Reserve,44,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 1999 Pagani Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1999-pagani-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,St. Francis
,Red,Italy,"This full-throttle wine needs some time to settle down, for it is not a soft, supple easy-drinking Merlot. It's a big, richly extracted wine loaded with ripe black cherries, vanilla and toast, joined by a healthy dollop of tannins on the finish. Will be released this fall, but cellar it 5–10 years for it to reach its full potential. Cellar Selection.",Lamaione,85,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 1999 Lamaione Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-1999-lamaione-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,1999,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
,Red,US,"It's made from small lots, cordoned off in the winery and ultimately selected for the final blend, in this year 51% Cabernet and 49% Merlot. The nose has a pleasing texture; along with the fruit, there are hints of mineral, sandalwood, anise and a suggestion of cilantro. Seamless and surprisingly soft, it's back-loaded with fruit flavor and plenty of oak. —P.G.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"This bold, vivid wine is 54% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Cabernet Franc. The fruit is amazing—layers of red, blue and blackberries, seamless and compact, lead into accents of mineral and anise. The tannins are proportional and the oak is just a light seasoning. —P.G",,29,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 1999 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-1999-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Ryan Patrick
13.8,White,US,"A rich, balanced Chard, one that impresses with ripeness, wood, and winemaker bells and whistles without tripping into excess. Perfectly ripened peach and pear fruit is nicely offset by oaky notes and just-right acids. The creamy texture is a pleasure, but it's really balance that defines this wine.",Maison Grand Cru,25,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 1999 Maison Grand Cru Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-1999-maison-grand-cru-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Rutz
,Red,US,". If anything, more concentrated than this winery's Reserve. It's hard to imagine denser, more powerful fruit. Explosively berried, yet dry, supple, balanced, and not overly alcoholic. Defines Paso Zin in its lushness, soft tannins and low, polished acidity. —S.H.",Zinphony #2 Old Vines,28,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2000 Zinphony #2 Old Vines Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2000-zinphony-2-old-vines-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Hunt Cellars
14.4,Red,US,"Just 1,800 cases of this powerful, profound wine are made, from the same three vineyards that go into the winery's vineyard designates: Cold Creek, Canoe Ridge and Indian Wells. Thick, rich fruit is set off with substantial, chocolatey tannins. Still a bit restrained, but give it a few hours and interesting notes of black tea, smoke, leaf and leather emerge. Cellar Selection.",Reserve,37,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.5,Red,US,"This is one reason why Syrah is becoming so popular. It has all the fruit you expect from a ripe vintage, but it doesn't overwhelm. It's just part of the package that includes ripe, soft tannins and acids and a subtle interplay of oak. Balanced, rich and harmonious, it's an elaborately detailed wine meant to accompany strongly flavored foods. —S.H.",Healdsburg Ranches,26,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Belvedere 1999 Healdsburg Ranches Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-1999-healdsburg-ranches-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,Belvedere
13.7,White,US,"A fascinating wine that weaves tight strands of lemon and mineral flavors. Smooth, silky texture and bright richness offer mounds of pleasure and intrigue on the palate. Long and lush at the end. —J.M.",Clos Blanc,35,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2000 Clos Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2000-clos-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,2000,Tablas Creek
,Red,US,"Marvelously rich and dense, with well-ripened fruit and sweet, dessert-like flavors suggesting cherry liqueur-filled chocolate candies. But it drinks dry and dustily tannic, a balanced, although heady, wine of great style. —S.H.",,22,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Summit Lake 1999 Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summit-lake-1999-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,1999,Summit Lake
,Red,US,"A harvest of just 2 tons/acre from 30-year-old vines created this gem, a lovely companion to the winery's Old Vine Merlot. It's fragrant and lush, a lively mix of mushroom, spice and gentle fruit. The nose rolls on into a textured, multilayered explosion, with generous and subtle flavors of preserves, leaf and spice. —P.G.",Old Vine,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kestrel 1998 Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-1998-old-vine-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kestrel
,Red,US,"This is McCrea's top-of-the-line Syrah, a lush and deeply expressive wine that includes about 7% Viognier. Black fruits, vivid acids, and plenty of roasted new oak flavors kick the finish into high gear. —P.G.",Cuvee Orleans,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1999 Cuvee Orleans Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1999-cuvee-orleans-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,McCrea
,Red,US,"Here is a sumptuous, earthy, tight and terrific example of Walla Walla Merlot. Still quite young and compact, but well structured and layered with mineral and earth; the tannins are hard and muscular, the flavors a powerful mix of black cherry, cassis and red currant. Give it six more months to integrate the luscious new oak. Editor's Choice.",,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2000 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2000,Woodward Canyon
,Red,US,"The nose is big, fat and forward, showing plenty of plush vanilla and sweet cream, matched with ripe black cherry fruit. Oodles of rich fruit, fat, creamy, buttery oak and a silky, unctuous mouthfeel coat the palate. This is a consumer-friendly, forward, ripe and luscious style of wine. —P.G.",Reserve,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"This is a very good Merlot, with near-perfect fruit, balanced between blackberries and olives. The oak adds complexity but isn't plastered on. The wine has the elusive quality of elegance. The depth of flavor and the rich texture are really nice. —S.H.",Two Moon Vineyard,29,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,McCray Ridge 1999 Two Moon Vineyard Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccray-ridge-1999-two-moon-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1999,McCray Ridge
,Red,US,"“Old Vine” is not a phrase that crops up on many Washington wine labels, but here it is meaningful. The vineyard was planted in 1972; these are among the most venerable Merlot plantings in the state. Thick, rich red and black fruits are nicely set off in a spicy, toasty, seamless, palate-coating wine with rare complexity. Editors' Choice.",Old Vine,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 1998 Old Vine Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-1998-old-vine-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Kestrel
,Red,US,"From Joel Peterson—200 cases made, but worth the search. It's a near-perfect expression of its terroir. Shows first-growth status in the racy fruit and Cabernet-like balance. Well-charred oak frames it in sweet vanillin and spices. —S.H.",Limited Release Reserve,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dickerson 1999 Limited Release Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dickerson-1999-limited-release-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Dickerson
,Red,US,"A powerful, dense, blue-purple Klipsun vineyard release tops the incredible lineup from Andrew Will in the 2000 vintage. This wine features pungent black cherry and blackberry fruit, streaked with the vineyard's defining terroir flavor of iron ore. All the Andrew Will Merlots are released quite young, but are undeniably delicious, balanced and hard to resist.",Klipsun Vineyard,40,93,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 2000 Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2000-klipsun-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Andrew Will
,Red,US,"This vineyard, virtually adjacent to Klipsun, delivers equally good fruit but with a more restrained, feminine profile. Mineral, cassis and cherry flavors are structured on an elegant, firmly sculpted framework of acid and restrained tannins. The oak treatment is just right, and lets the fruit take center stage.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,40,93,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 2000 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-2000-ciel-cheval-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Andrew Will
,White,US,"The first California winery to create an oak-aged, Burgundian-style Chardonnay, Hanzell's been producing rich, creamy Chards for almost 50 years. This wine continues the tradition. Peach, hazelnut and crème brûlée notes, considerable acidity, and great focus on the palate. This is a wine with a history of aging well.",,50,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Hanzell
,Red,US,"Classic scents of cassis fruit, laced with leaf and herb, lead into a firm, confident, balanced wine that is elegantly structured for the long haul. A cellar candidate; this could go 15–20 years. Cellar Selection. —P.G.",,25,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sandhill 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandhill-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sandhill
,Red,US,"Balanced, rich and dramatic, this is another successful vintage for a wine that defines Sonoma Zin at its ripe, spicy best. Succulent in the mouth, brimming with black raspberry, cherry and black pepper flavors. Finishes dry and with great length, an extraordinary Zin from a great vineyard and producer. —S.H.",Lytton Springs,30,93,California,California Other,California,Ridge 2000 Lytton Springs Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-2000-lytton-springs-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Ridge
,White,US,"Sharply etched garden flower, citrus, butter, smoke, vanilla and tropical fruit flavors are wrapped in a refined, oily texture of crisp acids and sleek tannins. The result is addictively drinkable and broad enough to be versatile at the table. —S.H.",,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 2000 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2000-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,2000,Pride Mountain
13,Red,Australia,"Displays a winning combination of cool climate and low yields in its rich, earthy, peppery aromas. There's an undeniable herbal streak that adds complexity akin to some Northern Rhône Syrahs, supported by fleshy mulberry fruit. Finshes dusty and dry, but with a lush juiciness at the same time. Editors' Choice. —J.C.",Reserve,36,93,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 1998 Reserve Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Yering Station
13.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off tight, showing refined cedar aromas, then explodes with a few minutes' air to yield lush blackberries and vanilla. The lush, rich mouthfeel carries the blackberry, vanilla and chocolate flavors effortlessly across the palate into a long, toasty finish. This thoroughly modern-style wine should drink well over the next 12 years or so.",RWT,70,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Penfolds 1999 RWT Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-rwt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Penfolds
13,Red,US,"Showcases this varietal's sweetly limpid, berry side. Raspberry liqueur flavors are rich and long on the palate, accompanied by crisp acids and the heat of alcohol. Delicious from the soft texture through the full-bodied, ripe finish. —S.H.",Limited Release,25,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 1999 Limited Release Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-1999-limited-release-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Conn Creek
,Red,US,"Must be unfined or unfiltered, because it's already throwing a heavy sediment. Inky black. Intense, bold aromas of crushed white pepper suggest Northern Rhône Syrah. Deep, concentrated flavors of blackberries and violets, lush, complex tannins, fabulous structure and mouthfeel. You might mistake this for a fine young Hermitage—it's that good. —S.H.",Ladi's Vineyard,40,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deerfield Ranch 2000 Ladi's Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2000-ladis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,2000,Deerfield Ranch
,Red,US,"Northstar has ramped up production to 2,900 cases, on its way to 15,000 once the new winery (being built in Walla Walla) is operational. Here is flat-out killer fruit, stacked with all the flavors of the rainbow, that finds the silky sweet spot on the palate and goes for a long, long ride. This winery is on a roll. Editors' Choice.",,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Northstar
14.1,White,US,"This wild yeast wine has emerged as one of CaliforniaÕs most consistently interesting and concentrated Chards. The dense overlay of oak doesnÕt just mask watery fruit. These spicy, peachy flavors are massive. Waves of palate sensations roll over the tongue, even in this weak vintage. The wine is also an ager.",VGS,39,94,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 1998 VGS Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1998-vgs-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,1998,Château Potelle
17.6,Red,Australia,"Pours as viscous as motor oil, and has the most beautiful amber sheen. Smells explosive and fantastic, with white chocolate, nougat, crème brûlée, anisette and Kahlúa, and turns classically rich in the mouth. The flavors are enormous, and very sweet, but what's most impressive is the texture—sheer velvet with perfect, bright acid. —S.H.",Museum Reserve,16,95,Victoria,Victoria,,Benjamin NV Museum Reserve Muscat (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-nv-museum-reserve-muscat-victoria-21205/,Muscat,,Benjamin
,Red,US,"Expensive, yes, but these guys know what theyÕre doing. This Super-Tuscan blend of Sangiovese,  Merlot, and  Cabernet Sauvignon defines NapaÕs virtues: Complexity, deliciousness, and the softest, creamiest tannins, together with the modern penchant for low acidity and, of course, lots of new oak. This wine wows with opulence and impresses with elegance.",Canto,60,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 1999 Canto Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-1999-canto-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Luna
13,Red,US,,Tower Hill,14,80,California,California Other,California,Martini & Prati 1999 Tower Hill Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martini-prati-1999-tower-hill-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Martini & Prati
14.1,Red,US,,,24,80,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Calera
13,Red,US,,,20,80,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County Vineyards 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-county-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Yamhill County Vineyards
13.5,Red,US,,,9,80,California,North Coast,North Coast,Dunnewood 1999 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1999-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Dunnewood
13.3,Red,US,,,16,80,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2000 Pinot Noir (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2000-pinot-noir-pennsylvania/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chaddsford
13.8,Red,US,,Donnelly Creek Vineyard,24,80,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Elke 2000 Donnelly Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elke-2000-donnelly-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Elke
12.5,Red,US,,,9,80,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 2000 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,2000,Parducci
13.9,Red,US,,Jack London Vineyard,20,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 2000 Jack London Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-jack-london-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kenwood
13.5,Red,US,,Barrel Select,15,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fetzer 2000 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-barrel-select-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fetzer
13.2,Red,US,,,32,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 2000 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-2000-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kirkland Ranch
13,Red,US,,,14,81,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shooting Star 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Shooting Star
,Red,US,,,14,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cecchetti Sebastiani Cellar 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchetti-sebastiani-cellar-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cecchetti Sebastiani Cellar
,Red,US,,La Creole Reserve,25,81,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1999 La Creole Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1999-creole-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Eola Hills
13.9,Red,US,,,19,81,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Husch
13.9,Red,US,,Russian River Valley,18,81,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 1999 Russian River Valley Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-russian-river-valley-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rodney Strong
13.8,Red,US,,Cuvee Gilbert Gruet,24,81,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 2000 Cuvee Gilbert Gruet Pinot Noir (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-2000-cuvee-gilbert-pinot-noir-new-mexico/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gruet
12.5,Red,US,,,24,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Erath
,Red,US,,,10,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cristophe 2000 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristophe-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cristophe
,Red,US,,Runestone,29,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 2000 Runestone Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-2000-runestone-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Claiborne & Churchill
14.1,Red,US,,,24,82,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 2000 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Greenwood Ridge
14.2,Red,US,,B,15,82,California,California Other,California,Bouchaine 2000 B Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-2000-b-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bouchaine
13.2,Red,US,Review Unavailable.,,23,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Silvan Ridge
13,Red,US,,,14,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cecchetti Sebastiani Cellar 1999 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchetti-sebastiani-cellar-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cecchetti Sebastiani Cellar
12.3,Red,US,,Maggie May El Nino Red,17,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Casa de Caballos 2000 Maggie May El Nino Red Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-caballos-2000-maggie-may-el-nino-red-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2000,Casa de Caballos
13.9,Red,US,,,12,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Meridian
13.5,Red,US,,,15,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Oak Knoll
13.8,Red,US,,Estate Reserve,49,82,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1999 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1999-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Handley
14.2,Red,US,,,24,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Artesa 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Artesa
13.6,Red,US,,Reserve,18,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castoro Cellars 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Castoro Cellars
12.5,Red,US,,,12,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Montinore
13.5,Red,US,"Tree bark, cherries, cigar ash and green vegetables are the detectable aromas. There are some generic red-fruit flavors that follow, but they're on the thin side. Oak, black pepper and earth comprise the finish. Overall, we found this wine to be somewhat rough and lean.",Karina Vineyard,31,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Karina Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-karina-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"Wintergreen, toast and a bit of buttered popcorn are the primary aromas, followed by a palate of chocolaty oak and modest red fruit. The finish is woody and drying.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Montpellier 1999 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montpellier-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Montpellier
13,Red,US,"The cranberry and cherry nose carries some pickle and tomato notes. The thin palate is much like cherry-flavored tea, while the finish is dry and lean, with fine tannins. This wine is sharp and probably best served at a picnic.",,18,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Benton-Lane 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Benton-Lane
13.5,Red,US,,,18,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
14,Red,US,"This estate wine features a nose of forest floor and dry leaves along with some tobacco and smoke. The earthy, raspberry palate carries with it a strong underlay of oak, and that woodiness is even stronger on the finish; essentially obscuring what fruit there is.",Estate,20,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Witness Tree 2000 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/witness-tree-2000-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Witness Tree
14.1,Red,US,"A disputed wine that opens with caramel, tree bark, peat and some lightly skunky aromas. This has a sweet, mature quality, and to some tasters it seems a lot older than a 2000 should. Others found appeal in the baked apple and toasty flavors, but most found it “soft” and “going downhill.” Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",,25,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Byron
13.5,Red,US,"Slightly stewed tart-cherry aromas give hints to the grape's character. The fruit isn't very lively, despite some tangy acidity; muted berry, beet and cocoa shadings add interest.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Indigo Hills 1999 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indigo-hills-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Indigo Hills
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty cherry and herb aromas and flavors have to first fight their way through a rough earthy overlay. The wine is thickly textured, but a bit heavy, finishing with burnt wood and a tart note.",Vintner's Reserve,14,83,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kendall-Jackson
13.3,Red,US,"Mature, but showing an attractive nose with a spicy, saddle quality. However, the thin fruit seems cedary or burnt and the wine closes with some astringency. Seems tired already.",Careaga,26,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 1999 Careaga Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-1999-careaga-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Daniel Gehrs
13.5,Red,US,"Strawberry fruit and dried spice hints weren't  enough to overcome this light wine's major herb/vegetal notes. There are attractive smoky notes here, but overall it's lean and just too green.",Mt. Jefferson Cuvee,24,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 2000 Mt. Jefferson Cuvee Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-2000-mt-jefferson-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Cristom
13.7,Red,US,"Beet and black cherry aromas open this Pinot stalwart's regular offering. But this bottling comes off quite tart and light, with coffee, cocoa and saddle leather notes taking over from the almost ephemeral fruit. A bit chalky on the tongue, finishing with a tangy feel, but modest flavor.",,34,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,US,"Right off the bat, the murky, rusty color is a red flag. But the aromas are more or less correct, with mushroom, beet, tomato and woodspice. The flavors are sweet, with marshmallow and brown sugar.",Steiner Vineyard,25,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Joseph Swan Vineyards 1999 Steiner Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-1999-steiner-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,1999,Joseph Swan Vineyards
13.6,Red,US,"The nose of this very light wine offers scents of earth, meat and faint red fruits. Plum cherry and herb flavors follow, but also a sawdust-like woody note. The herb element comes up strongly, turning sharply greener on the thin finish.",Winemaker's Collection,15,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2000 Winemaker's Collection Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2000-winemakers-collection-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2000,Jekel
14,Red,US,"A tight rather deep nose of cherries, rubber and tea starts this one out; however, herbal flavors overshadow the plum and black cherry fruit. There's a slickness to the mouthfeel, which one of our panelists termed “oily and viscous.”",,18,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Château Benoit 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-benoit-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Château Benoit
13.8,Red,US,"Coffee and cinnamon notes show atop vague cherry flavors. But in this light wine, the wood wins. Smoke and cedar prevail from start to close, and it finishes tart with charcoal and black coffee notes. This is oak in excess without a solid fruit presence to support it.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rodney Strong
14.1,Red,US,"This soft, slightly creamy wine's berry and cherry aromas and flavors simply lacked life. Though wrapped in smoky oak, and offset by earth, cedar and brown sugar accents, the wine comes off as simple and even a bit dull.",,25,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,David Bruce 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma/,Pinot Noir,2000,David Bruce
13.9,Red,US,"Dry cherry, spice, stewed fruit and orange tea aromas open this tangy, medium-weight wine. Turns quite tart and charry on the palate, closing peppery–even prickly–on the back end.",,16,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Paraiso Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"There's an accessible sweetness to this medium-weight wine's cherry, plum and spice elements. On the tongue, it displays a slick, almost cough-drop feel. Finishes with some mild tannins, tangy acids, and cherry and pepper notes; some tasters found an odd aftertaste.",,16,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Beringer 1999 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Beringer
13.5,Red,US,"The bouquet here is funky, no doubt about it. Modest cherry, earth and leather combine with wood notes on the palate. On the finish, bold acidity triggers an electric mouthfeel",,17,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Domaine Santa Barbara 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-barbara-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Santa Barbara
13.6,Red,US,"The bouquet is sharp: cranberry and sawdust leads into creamy vanilla. Tart red berries dominate the flavors, and the feel is a bit shrill, aided by strong acidity. Dusty tannins keep the finish alive.",Julia's,26,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Julia's Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-julias-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cambria
13.9,Red,US,,Veranda Vineyards,48,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thunder Mountain 1999 Veranda Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1999-veranda-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1999,Thunder Mountain
13.5,Red,US,"With a chunky, smoky nose to kick it off, this medium-weight Pinot features ample berry fruit, toasty oak notes, vanilla and cocoa. It's plump and chewy, with caramel and chocolate on the finish.",,20,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Schug
13.5,Red,US,"There's a definite note of cola, but also burning leaves and earth and game accents on the nose of this Monterey offering. It's light and angular, but the burning leaves element is strong in the mouth, rendering it astringent and edgy.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 2000 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2000,San Simeon
13.9,Red,US,"Atypically for Siduri, this wine lacks intensity and body, coming off lean, with dry, ashy flavors that are rather shallow. A surprising disappointment that closes a bit prickly, with cocoa and astringent lemon hints. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",Van der Kamp,48,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Siduri 2000 Van der Kamp Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2000-van-der-kamp-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,2000,Siduri
,Red,US,"Comes on with an unusual smoky menthol-ash veneer over herb (vegetal, to some) aromas.  The fruit is tart, with earth and sawdust accents, while lemony acids amplify the sour edge. Overall, reviewers found it a bit lean and a bit green.",Five Mountains Vineyard,30,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1999 Five Mountains Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1999-five-mountains-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Oak Knoll
,Red,US,"The color is rusty and the nose hints at premature aging. Cinnamon and spice aromas mix with tomato and wood, and the result isn't all that pleasing. In the mouth, tired fruit is overrun by caramel and cooked brown sugar notes.",Dutton Ranch,48,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Conn Valley 1999 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-valley-1999-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Conn Valley
13.5,Red,US,"Quite closed on the nose, this wine showed only faint cherry and leather notes. It opens up on the palate, where plum fruit wears more saddle and also caramel accents. Coffee-and-anise finish.",,19,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Saint Gregory 1999 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gregory-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1999,Saint Gregory
14.2,Red,US,"Caramel and brown sugar abound in this soft, vanilla-tinged wine. Dark cherry fruit and soy accents add interest, but the wine has a sappy feel. With its sweet caramel and chocolate notes, this decidedly not a lean, racy Pinot.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Raye's Hill 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rayes-hill-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Raye's Hill
14.1,Red,US,"Bright and light, this Pinot's tart-sweet cherry and herb profile make it a good choice as a cocktail red or to pair with light foods. There was some divergence in the panel: One taster found it syrupy and more sweet than tart, others enjoyed its dusty, smoky notes and mildly lively astringency. Drink this now and over the next year.",,28,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rusack
13,Red,US,"Usually Panther Creek's wines are not this charred, but the '00 Nysa is downright burnt. The acrid, burnt-toast nose is just too much for the plummy fruit, which is there but isn't much more than a backdrop to the heavy-handed oak.",Nysa Vineyard,48,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2000 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Cherry, mocha and soy aromas are the clearest part of an otherwise muddled nose. Basic plum and black cherry flavors are not terribly focused, but the dry, moderately tannic finish is clean. Recommended for newcomers to Oregon and Pinot Noir.",,12,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Eola Hills
14.5,Red,US,"Light and brisk, this opens with angular cedar, beef gravy, sandalwood and burnt leaf aromas. Flavors of tomatoes and sour plums  follow, marked by a taut high-acid feel. Lean and lemony, the finish offers toasty oak and bitter chocolate.",,16,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beringer 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Beringer
13.8,Red,US,"Lots of wood covers the dark cherry fruit of this full wine. With earth, leather and chocolate as well as an appealing woodsy character, it's tasty and straightforward, even if it's not tremendously Pinot-like. Best Buy.",Founders' Estate,12,84,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2000 Founders' Estate Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-founders-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Beringer
13.6,Red,US,"This easy wine's bouquet shows hints of leather and earth. Smooth, even slick, on the palate, its plum fruit, cinnamon and cocoa elements are attractive, but also communicate a certain dullness.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Paraiso Vineyards 1999 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,1999,Paraiso Vineyards
12.5,Red,US,"Round, soft and slightly sweet-tasting, this wine offers a mouthful of vanilla-accented grape and black cherry flavors. Sure it finishes short, but look at the price. Best Buy.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 2000 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Pepperwood Grove
12.5,Red,US,"Tart red fruit wears forest-floor and smoke accents on this light wine's nose. Subdued cherry flavors, prominent saddle leather and earth accents mark the slightly chalky palate. Narrows on the tangy, almost lemon-oaky finish.",,14,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Idylwood 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/idylwood-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Idylwood
,Red,France,"This red Chassagne is tart on the palate, which isn't surprising, given its plum-skin, cherry, leather and tree bark flavors. Similar warm, cherry and earth notes play on the nose. Finishes chalky and dry, with a bitter note.",,18,84,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Ropiteau 2000  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-pinot-noir-chassagne-montrachet/,Pinot Noir,2000,Ropiteau
13.5,Red,US,"A nice, light feel and good fruit-acid balance are the best qualities of this dry, tart cherry-flavoreded. Soy, chocolate and herb accents add interest, but a strong ash-like note pervades throughout.",Coastal - Private Selection,13,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal - Private Selection Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-private-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Robert Mondavi
13,Red,US,"The panel had differing views of this wine. Some of us liked the cola, pepper and leather aromas; others found hints of horsehide, thistle and char. The palate offers plum, black cherry and chocolate, but also a sweet beet-like undercurrent. Finishes hard, and, some say, bumpy and discordant.",,40,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Drouhin 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Drouhin
14.5,Red,US,"Full—almost pulpy, one taster noted—with aromas of dark ripe cherries, chocolate, spice and cedar, this weighty, cedary Pinot has a tobacco-tinged, rustic quality. It's big and a bit one-dimensional, and finishing with plenty of oak and just a touch of heat.",,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Russian Hill 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Russian Hill
13.5,Red,US,"There's an ashy, chalky quality to the tart cherry fruit on the front end of this light, slightly astringent Pinot. It shows some complexity —but closes a bit hard with a sharp, lemony finish.",,25,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Torii Mor 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Torii Mor
13.5,Red,US,". Dark cherry fruit is offset by herb, toasty oak and coffee notes. Panelists were divided, some finding it dry and over-wooded, others liking the dark and tangy flavors and creamy feel. Best Buy.",,9,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sonoma Creek
13.5,Red,US,"A cherry-cola nose displays some menthol, toast and burnt matchstick accents. In the mouth it's thick, with dark cherry fruit fighting against the heavy oak overlay. Black plum and coffee on the finish complete this very woody package.",,19,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Windsor
13.5,Red,US,"Lean, green-ish aromas mixed with an artificial sweetness akin to bubble gum or marzipan. The black cherry fruit is mildly tart, bordering on thin. And while it finishes warm and airy, with coffee nuances, it just doesn't sing a harmonious song.",Estate Vineyard,31,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"The oaky mantle on this wine's dark cherry and cranberry fruit was too weighty to our panel. Even, but not soft on the palate, the wine displays a vaguely chalky feel. Citrus accents adorn its tart, cedary profile. Drink now–2004; best with food.",,17,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.2,Red,US,"This wine's tart cranberry-cherry-beet fruit displayed some unusual salty, saddley aromatics. It's dense and earthy, with a sweet-and-sour quality. Ends with firm tannins, pepper and lemon notes.",Martha's Vineyard II,30,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stangeland 1999 Martha's Vineyard II Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stangeland-1999-marthas-vineyard-ii-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stangeland
13.1,Red,US,,,15,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing 2000 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-2000-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lamoreaux Landing
14.2,Red,US,"The red cherry aromas and flavors are accented by dusty rose, spice and leather. Too much oak for the fruit bothered some palates, but others found it fresh, with coffee and herb shadings over sour plum fruit. Finishes tart with prominent wood.",Estate Bottled,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 1999 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-1999-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,J Vineyards & Winery
13.7,Red,US,"This wine is aromatically challenged; it starts off funky, with intense barrel aromas that work against you. In the mouth, sweet candied plum-like fruit is jostled by earth and mushroom notes, while the finish is tight and tannic.",,24,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Gloria Ferrer
12.5,Red,US,"Rubber, chocolate, vanilla and an unwelcome note of cheddar cheese open up this perennial value winner, which just isn'tas good this vintage as it has been in prior years. Flavors of cherry and plum come up on the palate before a dark finish that seems low in acidity and softer than normal.",Blue Moon,15,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Blue Moon Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-blue-moon-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bridgeview
14.1,Red,US,,Regan Vineyards,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 1999 Regan Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-1999-regan-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bargetto
13.9,Red,US,"While one reviewer called it “nice, simple stuff,” another found it to have “a slight funk, like rotting hay.” All agreed it's basic Pinot—tart berries and dried spices—at a fair price.",,16,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Anapamu 2000 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Anapamu
12.2,Red,US,"Slight hints of barnyard and dirty leather add interest to the nose of this lightweight Pinot. It's juicy and tart but a bit thin, with a chalky mouthfeel and modest cherry fruit.",Periwinkle,20,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Casa de Caballos 2000 Periwinkle Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-caballos-2000-periwinkle-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2000,Casa de Caballos
14.4,Red,US,"Smoky, cedary opening notes set the stage for a wood-dominated performance. It's possible to discern some tart cherry fruit, but the focus is dry, toasted oak. Our panel found this lean and one-dimensional, but fans of oak may lap this up.",,16,84,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2000 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Crystal Valley Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Ample cedary shadings adorn sweet fruit. Creamy mocha notes layered over pie-cherry and strawberry flavors give the palate an almost milkshake quality. Then the wine switches gears and the cedary element takes over. It closes abruptly, tart and woody.",,19,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Bearboat 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bearboat-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bearboat
13.8,Red,US,"Candied cherry fruit, smoke, vanilla and leather accents, plus a light, bright feel—all “good things,” as Martha would say—don't add up here. Cola and mocha hints show, but the whole is somehow less than the sum of the parts. In a split panel, this seemed simple and lacking depth to some, but long, dry and needing one or two years to others.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Rutz 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rutz
14.9,Red,US,"This is a big, extracted wine. The 14.9% alcohol is downright intimidating. Flavors of black plum and black cherry are accented by cola and licorice. With better balance it would fare better; as is it's just too darn burly.",Butch & David's Knoll,65,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 1999 Butch & David's Knoll Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-1999-butch-davids-knoll-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Seven Lions Winery
13.2,Red,US,"Tart raspberry, grape, cola and caramel aromas. Mocha accents on the tart cherry-sweet tomato fruit add interest, while the palate feel is light and smooth. This solid basic Pinot closes dry, with coffee and spice notes. Best Buy.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Talus 2000 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Talus
13.8,Red,US,"The full brunt of oak is palpable on the nose, where there's toast, vanilla and even some popcorn. The mouth is ripe and ready, but again the oak is heavy. A buttery mouthfeel and finish fail to work in the wine's favor. There's just too much wood here, masking the fruit.",Flood Family Vineyard,40,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rancho Sisquoc 1999 Flood Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-1999-flood-family-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rancho Sisquoc
13,Red,US,"This wine possesses good elements, though not necessarily all in harmony. Caramel-toffee, cinnamon and mint accents adorn tart black cherry fruit, but somehow this didn't come together as well as we'd hoped for, and felt quite light to some panelists.",,36,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ancien 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ancien-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Ancien
13.6,Red,US,"Opening aromas of strawberries, dried grass and brown sugar turn tangy and sour on the palate. It's mid-weight and even, with smoky notes and a slightly grainy feel. Sadly, the whole lacks dimension, seeming less than the sum of its parts.",Sunnyside,30,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 1999 Sunnyside Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1999-sunnyside-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Amity
14,Red,US,"This wine's charred-oak veneer is nearly impenetrable. The espresso-caramel cocoon is wound so tightly, the black cherry fruit core is almost completely veiled. May come into better balance and show more fruit with time.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Foxen
,Red,US,"This plump, low-acid Pinot adds hints of leather to basic strawberry and cinnamon flavors. Toasty notes gather intensity on the finish. It's simple but decent.",Five Rivers Ranch,14,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fetzer 2000 Five Rivers Ranch Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-five-rivers-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fetzer
13,Red,US,"This lean, angular wine's cherry, smoke and birch beer aromas open to a tangy palate of strawberry, herb and cocoa flavors. It's dry and structured, with brisk acids that show on the cherry-citrus close. A decent mid-weight to some, it was deemed too light or too bright by other tasters.",Reserve,25,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Erath 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Erath
,White,France,"Roptieau produces 1,500 cases of this “flagship” white, which is light- to medium-bodied, with slightly buttery pear, melon and banana aromas. Nutty, ripe melon flavors hang on a solidly citrus core, and it finishes short, marked by almond and mineral notes.",Meursault de Ropiteau,32,85,Burgundy,Meursault,,Ropiteau 2000 Meursault de Ropiteau  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-meursault-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Ropiteau
14.4,Red,US,"Light and slightly creamy, this opens with candied cherries, tea and rhubarb aromas. It picks up earth, cinnamon and caramel accents on the palate. Though it aims for elegance, it remains a bit too ethereal.",Central Avenue Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pessagno 2000 Central Avenue Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-2000-central-avenue-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2000,Pessagno
13.6,Red,US,"Oak-derived vanilla, brown sugar and menthol aromas open yet another wine that's tasty, but doesn't show real vinous depth and intensity. Cherry fruit is hidden behind a powerful oak veneer, so a caramel quality prevails. Finishes tart and dry, with coffee flavors.",,24,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gloria Ferrer
13.9,Red,US,"Attractive strawberry, spice, smoke and meaty aromas open this tangy wine. But an overt woody element moves to the fore, taking charge and overriding cherry and chocolate flavors. Closes somewhat astringently, with more cocoa and tart cherry notes. Flavorful, but edgy.",American Tradition Reserve,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Fess Parker 2000 American Tradition Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2000-american-tradition-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fess Parker
,White,US,"Orange blossom aromas, nectarine flavors and a nutty mouthfeel combine in a full and fleshy wine that packs plenty of alcohol. A nice alternOregon 1999",Tepusquet Vineyard,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 2000 Tepusquet Vineyard Viognier (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-2000-tepusquet-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Viognier,2000,Cambria
12.9,Red,US,"The nose is kind of awkward, featuring strawberry, bubble gum and a little cream cheese. Buttery strawberry fruit opens the palate, and there's some milk chocolate underneath that. A drying oakiness is the main feature of the finish. All in all the wine is good, but it lacks definition and pizzazz, and seems overoaked.",Schouter,30,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 2000 Schouter Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-2000-schouter-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Amity
13.5,Red,US,"Plenty of black fruit mingles with some earthy, funky complexity on the full-blown bouquet. Some minty, herbal notes sneak onto the palate at the expense of fruit clarity. The finish is dominated by coffee and smoky char.",,21,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1999 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Benziger
13.9,Red,US,"Displays ample toasty oak over caramel and cherries. Vanilla and dried-spice accents and a chewy mouthfeel round out this full-bodied candidate. Substantial tannins show on the long, smoky finish. May well improve over the next year or two.",Elk Prairie,42,85,California,California Other,California,Woodenhead 2000 Elk Prairie Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodenhead-2000-elk-prairie-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Woodenhead
,Red,US,"This dark, medium- weight wine wears black chocolate, prune, tar and earth accents on dark fruit. Slightly low acidity makes it seem a little heavy. Closes with more dark flavors and hints of tobacco.",Monopole,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Windward Vineyard 2000 Monopole Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windward-vineyard-2000-monopole-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,2000,Windward Vineyard
13.4,Red,US,"There's a heavy overlay of toasty oak on this mid-weight wine's modest fruit. Still, its black plum-cedar aromas and flavors have real appeal, as does the round, supple mouthfeel. Finishes in similar style, quite dark, with some lemony notes. Best Buy.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Avila 2000 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/avila-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Avila
13.5,Red,US,Sweet berry fruit and caramel aromas lead into a creamy black-fruit palate with touches of vanilla and coffee. The oak on the back palate and finish is powerful.,,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Alderbrook
13.8,Red,US,"Dark and earthy, with saddle leather and forest floor aromas, this Pinot has a slightly creamy feel. There are cola and chocolate hints, but overall the flavors are a bit indistinct.  Closes soft, with a mocha and dark cherry fade.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,La Crema
13.3,Red,US,"Earth, bramble, mint and vanilla aromas lead into a sweet, plummy palate that has some candied qualities, as well as more mint. This wine could probably use racier acidity; it seems soft.",Trenton Estate Vineyard,42,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 1999 Trenton Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-1999-trenton-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Joseph Swan Vineyards
13.5,Red,US,"This bright, friendly wine from southern Oregon's Rogue Valley shows appealing sour cherry, plum and beet flavors on a lean frame. Brisk yet even, its chocolate and herb notes accent tart fruit on the finish. Light and tasty, it's best consumed now through 2004.",,16,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Table Rock 1999 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/table-rock-1999-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Table Rock
12.5,Red,US,"The color here is rusty; its luster is fading. The nose is dry and mellow, offering talc, baking spices and dried red fruit. Flavors of orange peel and clove accent the dry, woody palate, which has a touch of sharpness to it. Drink now or wait for a new vintage.",Paragon Vineyard,22,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Chimere 1999 Paragon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimere-1999-paragon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Chimere
13.9,Red,US,"Some appealing woodsy and decay elements go with tart cherry fruit, cola and earth flavors that fail to flesh out and offer the requisite generosity. It's a rather hard, unyielding wine that needs time but may never truly blossom.",Dierberg Vineyard,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Fess Parker 2000 Dierberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2000-dierberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fess Parker
12.7,Red,US,,Reserve - Blind Faith Vineyard,18,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Castoro Cellars 2000 Reserve - Blind Faith Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-2000-reserve-blind-faith-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Castoro Cellars
14,Red,US,"Think of a cedar-paneled sauna, and you have pegged the major component of this wine's nose. Brambly berry flavors also carry a heavy oak note, which hangs in there through the dry, spicy finish.",Private Reserve,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1999 Private Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1999-private-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Windsor
13.5,Red,US,"Black cherry, vanilla and chocolate aromas open this full-scaled Pinot. The palate is tangy, with pepper- and raisin-accented berry fruit, but doesn't show the fleshiness the rich nose promises. Closes quite dry and dark, with coffee and bitter chocolate notes. Drink now–2006.",Founders' Reserve,27,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Founders' Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-founders-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
14,Red,US,"After some unusual aromatics described variously by tasters as cheese, brine or shoe polish, this settles down to a lean, angular offering. It shows a tart, slightly bitter profile with sour plum and cranberry flavors, herb and chalk accents. Focused but not rich, it closes a bit narrow and astringent. Tasted twice, with consistent notes.",OFS,50,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 OFS Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-ofs-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,De Loach
14,Red,US,"Candied strawberry and cherry aromas come in a clear second to intense woodiness. In the mouth, tangy, juicy cherry and plum fruit vies with popcorn-like oak. This is forward and fruity, but ultimately quite simple.",Knoll Vineyard,35,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 1999 Knoll Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-1999-knoll-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Husch
,Red,US,"A heavy woodiness dominates the nose, which otherwise offers cola, molasses and plum. That same plum fruit carries into the mouth, where the acidity is powerful, making a food match a necessity.",Rodgers Vineyard,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cenay 1999 Rodgers Vineyard Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cenay-1999-rodgers-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cenay
13.2,Red,US,"Smooth and fairly standard in the nose, with aromas of mint, caramel and wood-driven spice. The full wood treatment obscures the cherry fruit a little, but enough berry and cola emerges to salvage the palate.",Monopole,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Windward Vineyard 1999 Monopole Pinot Noir (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windward-vineyard-1999-monopole-pinot-noir-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Noir,1999,Windward Vineyard
13.9,Red,US,"Earth, plum and cola notes are the opening act, followed by simple yet clean cherry and plum flavors that are touched up by oak. The finish is more of the same; the mouthfeel borders on being too soft. Best Buy.",,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
14.9,Red,US,"This wine has heavy aromas of black coffee and burnt toast. It's hearty plum and black cherry fruit is on the sweeter side, but it's overshadowed by butter and oak. If oak is not your bag, you might be better off with some of Chehalem's other 2000 Pinots.",Stoller Vineyards,39,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-stoller-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chehalem
13.5,Red,US,"A somewhat delicate wine, with orange and tea accents on the chocolate-tinged dark cherry flavors. Medium-weight, it has a full yet angular mouthfeel. Finishes with spice and earth notes, tangy acids and tannins. Not deeply fruited but nevertheless shows some complexity. Drink now–2006.",,30,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Sokol Blosser
,Red,US,"Unrelated aromas hit you right off the bat: dill, mint, cinnamon, cedar, vanilla. Together, it's all a bit strange. In the mouth, cherry fruit comes across a little green, with pronounced herbal notes. The finish is dry, with starching tannins.",Estate Reserve,39,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stangeland 2000 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stangeland-2000-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Stangeland
13.5,Red,US,"Tart strawberry-cherry fruit is accented by pine, licorice and earth notes in this bright, sassy wine. This shows good acidity, but it's also thin and a bit sour to some. Still, most panelists found pretty elements, if not a great deal of depth. Closes dry, with a mildly chalky feel.",,29,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tualatin Estate 2000 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tualatin-estate-2000-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tualatin Estate
13.1,Red,US,"This lean, racy Pinot's tart plum and cranberry-rhubarb flavors overcame a perceived thin-ness to make friends. Still it was a split decision among tasters, some finding it sour, with not a lot there; others praised its plummy qualities, finding it harmonious and elegant, finishing with a crisp, refreshing tang.",Saralee's Vineyard,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Joseph Swan Vineyards 2000 Saralee's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-swan-2000-saralees-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Joseph Swan Vineyards
15,Red,US,"Criticized by the panel for its slightly candied fruit and alcoholic warmth, this wine nonetheless delivers waves of voluptuous cherry flavors spiced by vanilla and toast. Turns tart on the finish.",River Road Vineyard,21,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Handley 2000 River Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-river-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Handley
13.9,Red,US,"Aromas of tart cherry, plum, mushroom and earth. The mouthfeel is rich and smooth, but the flavors show a dry, earthy note. Finishes long, tinged with pepper, coffee and molasses notes.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,45,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2000 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2000-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fess Parker
14.5,Red,US,"Is it overripe? After tasting it we're not entirely sure, but we detected aromas and flavors common to Port: mostly raisins, cough syrup and chocolate. Brighter-than-expected acidity, however, manages to balance off those heavy characteristics.",Klapp,40,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Eric Ross 1999 Klapp Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-ross-1999-klapp-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Eric Ross
13.8,Red,US,"This shows many interesting accents—anise, porcini mushroom and a Sherry-like note—that have real appeal. Still, the bright fruit has a dry, woody edge that holds the wine's best parts in check. Closes with some tart fruit, earthy notes and dry tannins.",Dutton Ranch,29,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2000 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2000-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fritz
14.5,Red,US,,,33,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,J.J. Mchale 2000 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jj-mchale-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,J.J. Mchale
,Red,US,"Dry cedar  aromas with notes of sweaty leather announce this as a rustic wine, but one balanced by cherry and plum scents and similar fruity flavors. There's plenty of dry wood accenting the smoky, tangy qualities in the wine, and that wood turns starching on the finish.",Signature Series,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1999 Signature Series Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1999-signature-series-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Windsor
13.9,Red,US,"Toasty oak adorns tart cherry fruit in this midweight wine. A peaty and toasted marshmallow nose sets the stage, and attractive caramel, sour plum/cherry and earth flavors follow. Finishes with good length, slightly tangy tannins, charred oak and cocoa accents. Best Buy.",,11,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sonoma Creek 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sonoma Creek
14,Red,US,"The aromas lean toward stewed fruit with a touch of tomato. But cola notes and hints of strawberry keep it vital. The cherry fruit manages to peek through on the palate, where there's also a fair amount of leafy character not unlike bramble or underbrush.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 1999 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1999-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Sanford
13.8,Red,US,"Slightly overripe-tasting blackberry and cherry fruit shows some earthy, mushroomy accents. The mouth fills out with a sturdy feel and plum and spicecake notes. A mild bitter-almond quality plays on the finish.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2000 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Stephen Ross
13.3,Red,US,,Careaga,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 2000 Careaga Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2000-careaga-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Daniel Gehrs
13.5,Red,US,"Earth, blackberry and fudge aromas should please those with a sweet tooth. The palate is redolent with candied fruit and brown sugar; however, the finish doesn't display a whole lot of length or complexity.",,18,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.1,Red,US,,Rhinefarm,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 2000 Rhinefarm Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-2000-rhinefarm-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gundlach Bundschu
14.2,Red,US,"This defines plump, fat Pinot. There are meaty chocolate and prune aromas in front of spice cake, black plum and vanilla flavors. The finish offers some mocha, and despite its weight there's plenty of acidity to keep things driving forward. It seems a bit hot despite the modest (by California standards) 13.9% alcohol.",Grand Detour Van Der Kamp,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Landmark 1999 Grand Detour Van Der Kamp Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-1999-grand-detour-van-der-kamp-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,1999,Landmark
13.8,Red,US,"Strong caramel, butter and brown sugar aromas. Flavors of vanilla, licorice and tree bark come ahead of some sturdy plum fruit. The finish is arguably a bit hot and woody.",Bench Break Vineyard,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Bench Break Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-bench-break-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cambria
14.1,Red,US,"The general character here is light and leafy, as advertised by the herbal, cedary bouquet. Toasty oak on the palate helps support the simple but ripe raspberry fruit. And the finish yields dried cherries and coffee as well as some spice. Best Buy.",Coastal Selection,10,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Coastal Selection Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-coastal-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mirassou
15.3,Red,US,"Dense and highly aromatic, with notes of cherry, cedar, plum cake and brown sugar. The fruit on the palate is candied yet racy, the latter a result of intense acidity. This has a lot in common with Acacia's other single-vineyard wines: It's sweet yet acidic.",Beckstoffer - Las Amigas Vineyard,60,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1999 Beckstoffer - Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1999-beckstoffer-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Acacia
14.1,Red,US,"Deep, sweet almost candied fruit is accented by bacon and saddle leather on the nose of this plump, sensuous wine. Some tasters found the tobacco and horsy notes overbearing, but others praised attractive strawberry and caramel accents. Drink now–2005.",,48,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Keegan 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keegan-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Keegan
13,White,Australia,"Dry and racy, Siblings combines asparagus with ripe melon in a blend that's intriguing but not entirely harmonious. It's rich and full, turning slightly chalky on the finish.",Siblings,20,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Leeuwin Estate 2001 Siblings Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-2001-siblings-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Leeuwin Estate
13.8,Red,US,"An intense aroma of charcoal (or is it pencil lead?) is the first impression, but that fades away, revealing rubber and some stewed plum and tomato. Red fruit flavors walk atop a carpet of buttery sweet oak, yet the finish is mildly tart, offering mostly cranberry and rhubarb along with tight tannins.",Edna Ranch,40,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 2000 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-2000-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Stephen Ross
,White,France,"A slightly creamy note adds a sweet foil to lemon, pear and white peach aromas. A hints of minerals on the palate (thanks to the clay in the area's soil) keeps the pear, apple, and peach flavors lean. Medium-bodied, with lemon notes and good length on the finish. A full-of-fruit, easy drinker.",Premier Cru,18,86,Burgundy,Rully,,Ropiteau 2000 Premier Cru  (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-premier-cru-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,2000,Ropiteau
,Red,France,"Plummy, cherry fruit shows on the nose after a few minutes in the glass; black cherry and dry earth flavors whisper from the palate. Finishes dry, with some bitter chocolate and herbal notes.",,20,86,Burgundy,Meursault,,Ropiteau 2000  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ropiteau-2000-pinot-noir-meursault/,Pinot Noir,2000,Ropiteau
13,Red,US,"The handsome nose of deep cherry with smoke, leather, eucalyptus and cinnamon accents is promising but the palate fails to follow through in this top- end offering from an Oregon pioneer. Smooth and supple in the mouth; finishes dark and toasty, with a mildly chalky feel. Tasted twice, with consistent results.",La Nuit Magique,60,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Errazuriz 1999 La Nuit Magique Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-nuit-magique-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Errazuriz
15,Red,US,,Leras Vineyard,38,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 2000 Leras Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-2000-leras-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Russian Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Bramble, cedar and cinnamon aromas are the introduction to this tight, tangy wine that runs a bit hot. It's very racy, indicating high acidity. The finish features some biting raspberry but also some balancing oak.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Russian Hill
13.3,Red,US,"The peppery nose offers fruity aromas of cranberry and cherry, but also horsehide and a weedy note that grows stronger with airing. The mouth is chunky but fruity enough to remain racy. A spicy, dark finish lasts a while, but it also seems hot.",Amelia Rose,42,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Torii Mor 2000 Amelia Rose Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2000-amelia-rose-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Torii Mor
,Red,US,"This wine has bubble gum, banana and plum cake aromas similar to Beaujolais. It's a bit awkward and bulky, but for most people it's a good quaffer, one with an abundance of black fruit flavor and no oak. But some might find the carbonic aromas odd and the mouthfeel overly chunky.",Whole Cluster,12,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Whole Cluster Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-whole-cluster-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.9,Red,US,"Black cherry and dried spice aromas share the stage with oaky, cedary notes. Once in the mouth, this fruity offering provides chocolate, cherries and red licorice. Bold, bright acidity creates a racy feel on the finish, and all the while there's a bold undercurrent of toasty wood.",Valhalla,60,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Valley 1999 Valhalla Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-valley-1999-valhalla-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Conn Valley
14.5,Red,US,,Helfer,35,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Scherrer 2000 Helfer Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-2000-helfer-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Scherrer
13.8,Red,US,,,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Santa Barbara Winery 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Santa Barbara Winery
14.2,Red,US,"One look at this violet bomber and you'd think it's Shiraz, not Oregon Pinot. It's rich and loaded with popcorn and Bourbon aromas, sweet black cherry flavors and firm, starching tannins. The distinct flavor of carob can be found on the muscle bound finish.",Ridgecrest Vineyards,39,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1999 Ridgecrest Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1999-ridgecrest-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Chehalem
13,Red,US,"Black cherry and rubbery aromas yield to a clean, red-fruit palate that also features dried spices and modest tannins. This is a wine that has good balance and mouthfeel. Oak comes on strong on the grainy finish.",,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Erath
13.6,Red,US,"Full and bold, with a touch of smoked meat. The palate is really sweet, like candied cherries. The finish is smooth and clean, more or less a continuation of the palate characteristics. There's plenty of power, too, but a bit more structure would provide a helping hand.",St. Clair Vineyard,50,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1999 St. Clair Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1999-st-clair-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Acacia
12.9,Red,US,Caramel and vanilla aromas signal strong oak. The raspberry fruit in the mouth is underscored by a bold streak.,Estate,32,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cottonwood Canyon 1999 Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottonwood-canyon-1999-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cottonwood Canyon
13.5,Red,US,"Medium- weight and tasty, this shows greater extraction than most Oregon Pinot Noirs. The soft fruit displays mocha and plum aromas. Some tasters praised complex meat and mushroom accents; others found it forward and pleasing, if less finely nuanced. The wine's supple, almost creamy feel was widely praised. Drink now–2005.",Red Hills Estate,75,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Archery Summit 1999 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1999-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Archery Summit
,Red,US,"A pretty wine in a lighter style, with earth and mocha accents adorning its lean cherry and plum fruit. It's bright and even, and though the fruit is lively, the mouthfeel is supple. It finishes dry, with pleasant herb notes.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Wild Horse
14.1,Red,US,,Proprietor's Reserve,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Forchini 2000 Proprietor's Reserve Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forchini-2000-proprietors-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Forchini
13,Red,US,"Leather, tobacco and spice aromas yield to flavors of black cherry fruit with vanilla apple skin and charred wood nuances. This is a fiercely tannic wine, so much so that it seems hard as nails on your tongue despite ripe fruit.",Bednarik Vineyard,48,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 2000 Bednarik Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-2000-bednarik-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Panther Creek
14.3,Red,US,,,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chateau St. Jean
14.1,Red,US,"Almost Bourbon-like aromas, along with caramel and menthol, open this offering. Toasty oak and cocoa, dark fruit and a fairly full, smooth mouthfeel flow into a black coffee-and-bitter chocolate fade. Drink now–2004.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1999,Clos La Chance
13.9,Red,US,"There is an unmistakable scent of rubber on the nose, but also cinnamon and forest floor. The dusty palate is broad and characterized by some animal qualities, raspberry and vanilla. The finish is redolent with charred oak, which makes it seem heavy.",Runestone,29,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Claiborne & Churchill 1999 Runestone Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claiborne-churchill-1999-runestone-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Claiborne & Churchill
,Red,US,"Smoky, with mildly funky game and earth notes over sweet, briary fruit on the nose. On the palate, toasty oak-driven espresso and bitter chocolate flavors come on strong. The wine finishes a bit muted, as the wood really takes over.",Garys' Vineyard,42,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cinnabar 1999 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-1999-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cinnabar
13.8,Red,US,,,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,David Bruce 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,David Bruce
13.9,Red,US,"Cola, bramble and hot, dry wood make up the powerful bouquet, with strawberry and herbal green flavors following. Steeped tea and tangy red fruit carries the finish of this balanced Pinot that offers both nice balance and a full mouthfeel.",Bien Nacido,33,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Benziger 1999 Bien Nacido Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-bien-nacido-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Benziger
13.9,Red,US,"Cherry and tart berry fruit, menthol and woodsy-spicy accents appeal, but don't harmonize as well as hoped for. Cola, cocoa and orange nuances also show, but the whole is somehow less than the sum of its admirable parts. Closes with mild tannins and sweet-and-sour notes that some tasters found a touch medicinal.",,45,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Seven Lions Winery
14.2,Red,US,,,22,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Sebastiani
14.6,Red,US,"This intensely extracted wine came off more like Port than Pinot to our tasters. Which isn't to say that it lacks appeal. It opens with smoked meat, spice cake and grilled nut aromas. Fat blackberry-plum flavors, a plush, low-acid mouthfeel and a full tannic finish complete the Port profile. It's tasty if overblown, and not what most people expect. Probably best paired with a cheese course.",Cerise,50,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Siduri 2000 Cerise Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-2000-cerise-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Siduri
14.3,Red,US,,,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Santa Barbara Winery
13.6,Red,US,"Powerful aromatics of tomato, coffee, raisins and drying wood on the nose. The palate is rich enough, if a bit candied. Cola and charcoal mix with raspberry on the finish. The weight is medium, but there's a hollowness to the wine that holds it back.",Reserve Lucas Select,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 1999 Reserve Lucas Select Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-1999-reserve-lucas-select-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rusack
14.8,Red,US,"Only 350 cases were made of this expensive wine, grown on the wineryÕs estate. ItÕs really very fne. Takes advantage of the vintageÕs ripeness, overrunning with plush berry flavors, and itÕs also notable for the velvety texture and complexity of the tannins. ItÕs not an ager, but flatters with the extravagance of youth.",Estate,90,93,California,Napa,Oakville,M. Cosentino 1999 Estate Merlot (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-estate-merlot-napa-oakville/,Merlot,1999,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"Massively proportioned, this is a wine picked at maximum sugary ripeness and then fully fermented, leaving it very dry, but alcoholic, at 16.2%. The plush berry flavors are delicious and complex, and cover the palate with fruity sweetness. This is long-hangtime California Zin all the way, and in its own style, a classic. —S.H.",Old Vine Estate,25,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stryker Sonoma 1999 Old Vine Estate Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stryker-sonoma-1999-old-vine-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Stryker Sonoma
14.2,Red,US,"From an overlooked winery, a zesty, full-throttle Zin with complex berry and spice fruit and notable oak. There's a density to the flavors that suggests reduced yields and barrel selection of these mountain-grown grapes. It's ripe, velvety, and very easy to drink and enjoy.",,22,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Burgess
,Red,France,"For a solid mouthful of Merlot at a great price, there's no need to look further. Spicy blackberry and toast aromas add vanilla on the palate, before finishing with soft, ripe tannins and leathery notes. Drink now–2008. Editors' Choice.",Chateau Prieure Malesan,16,89,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Blaye,,Malesan 1999 Chateau Prieure Malesan  (Premieres Côtes de Blaye),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malesan-1999-chateau-prieure-red-premieres-cotes-blaye/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Malesan
13.8,Red,US,"Here's a wine to celebrate, one that reeks with class at a comparatively fair price. It's sleek, combining cassis, sage and plum flavors with a dose of smoky oak. Dry and a bit tannic, it's a fine dinner wine rivalling some  that cost twice as much. —S.H.",,17,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 1999 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1999-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1999,Château Souverain
13.3,White,US,"A combination of grapes from around the county has produced a complex, nuanced wine. It has that dry-sweet thing going on, with no measurable sugar but layers of fruity, flowery flavors, and quite bright acids. It feels fat and oily in the mouth, and even has a touch of spicy oak. Best Buy. —S.H.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2001 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Babcock
,White,US,"Tagaris makes two Rieslings, priced just a buck apart. The “Reserve” may be just a stitch tighter, with more creaminess in the mouth, less in-your-face fruit.",Reserve,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tagaris 2001 Reserve Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2001-reserve-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Tagaris
,Dessert,US,"Ripe, forward scents of plums and apricots. This is concentrated but not syrupy, fleshy and ripe but not cloying or too sweet. Delicious sipping wine.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2001 Black Muscat (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2001-muscat-black-columbia-valley-yakima/,Black Muscat,2001,Willow Crest
,White,US,"Textbook RRV Chard reveals green apple and intense spice, white peach and honey flavors, generously wrapped in smoky oak. Has a real richness and creaminess to the texture. Finishes too sugary, but has a lip-smacking quality many will admire. —S.H.",Aquarius Ranch,21,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,McIlroy 2000 Aquarius Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcilroy-2000-aquarius-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,McIlroy
,Red,US,"Hang onto your hats, hereÕs an Arnold of a Zin, big and brawny, but with star quality. The Mendocino appellation is a little known home to old vine, high quality Zin vines, and this juicy and succulent, but dry, wine is a fine example.",Nonno Guiseppe,17,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Neese 2000 Nonno Guiseppe Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neese-2000-nonno-guiseppe-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Neese
14.9,Red,US,"Veers toward the overripe end, with raisiny aromas alongside the spicy, berry ones, and curranty flavors that finish hot and peppery. Yet with its dry mouthfeel and softly lush texture, it defines a style that many will like. High alcohol makes it heady and strong.",Block Collection,23,87,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Geyser Peak 1999 Block Collection Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-block-collection-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Geyser Peak
,White,US,"A sweet nose sends up plenty of toasty oak scents; the fruit is straightforward, middle-of-the-road Chardonnay, with flavors of fresh cut apples. Fairly soft, it finishes with vanilla and more oak.",,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Gordon Brothers
,Red,US,"Alexander and Russian River Valley fruit contributed to this dry wine, which is distinctively Zinfandel in its wild briary aromas and flavors. There's a peppery note, and it's bone-dry. It's the perfect wine for the barbecue or the tailgate party.  —S.H.",Knotty Vines,18,86,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1999 Knotty Vines Zinfandel (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-knotty-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-northern/,Zinfandel,1999,Rodney Strong
14.6,Red,US,"Smells sulfury on opening, and these fumes blow off only with difficulty. Afterward, the wine reveals black cherry aromas veering into chocolate, and drinks rich. There's a blast of fabulously ripe wild berry fruit, and it's dry. But loses points for the opening odor. Tasted twice, with consistent results. —S.H.",Domenici Vineyards,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Domenici Vineyards Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-domenici-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Sebastiani
14,Red,Australia,"Aptly named, for the oak influence here is strong—a dusty woodiness that's almost cedary. Fortunately, it's well integrated with the full-bodied cherry fruit. Finishes dry, but soft and ripe. —J.C.",,18,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Twelve Staves 2000 Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twelve-staves-2000-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2000,Twelve Staves
13.9,Red,Australia,"Loaded with earthy espresso and charred wood, this full-bodied Shiraz makes for a chunky mouthful of wine. Black pepper, leather and dried spices round out the flavors. —J.C.",,28,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Wirra Wirra
13.8,Red,Australia,"This big, rugged 60-40 blend may dry out if cellared too long, so drink it young with rare beef to help tame the substantial tannins. Smoke, dried-herb and black-currant flavors should mesh nicely with your next roast. —J.C.",Graeme's Blend,25,86,Victoria,Bendigo,,Passing Clouds 1998 Graeme's Blend Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passing-clouds-1998-graemes-blend-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-bendigo/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Passing Clouds
,Red,Spain,"Tasty and smooth, this Rioja shows sweet black cherry fruit and licorice aromas and flavors. There's plenty of oak here, too, plus some tannins to lose on the even, dry menthol and leather-tinged close. Will benefit from a year or two in bottle, and may shine quite nicely if the fruit comes forward a bit more. Drink now–2007. Best Buy. —M.M.",Conde de Valdemar Crianza 1998,9,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Martinez Bujanda 1998 Conde de Valdemar Crianza 1998  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-bujanda-1998-conde-valdemar-crianza-1998-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Martinez Bujanda
13,Red,US,"A Grenache-Syrah-Petite Sirah blend from a warmer part of the county. Cool nights yield good acids, but the wine isn't fully ripened. You can taste green, stalky flavors alongside the red cherry ones. The mouthfeel is a bit rough. Still, it's not without interest. —S.H.",Cotes du Crow's,14,86,California,California Other,California,Morgan 2000 Cotes du Crow's Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-cotes-crows-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Morgan
,Red,US,"Strong cinnamon and mocha scents illuminate this wine, and the fruit shows some pretty cherry qualities. A bit of dill creeps in too, showing the effect of this cooler vintage on a cooler site. —P.G.",,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Gordon Brothers
13.5,Red,US,"Good color, and the kind of flavor that many countries would kill for in so inexpensive a wine. It's ripely fruity, with firm tannins and dry acidity. Well-rounded and supple, this is an excellent value in an elegant dinner wine. —S.H.",Valley Oaks,9,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Valley Oaks Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-valley-oaks-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Fetzer
12.5,Red,Spain,,Crianza,,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Ontañón 1998 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-ontanon-1998-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Bodegas Ontañón
12.5,White,US,"Sauvignon Blanc has long been the winery's calling card, but this vintage isn't quite up to past standards. Some high-toned scents add edginess to the tropical fruit, and some bitter skin flavors are borderline too much. Good, but they can do better.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2000-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Arbor Crest
15.1,Red,US,"Possesses deep flavors of currants and blackberries, and yet you still have to wonder why it merits bottling on its own. It's bone-dry and tannic, and its austerity is a challenge. —S.H.",T-bar-T,26,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 1999 T-bar-T Cabernet Franc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1999-t-bar-t-cabernet-franc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Iron Horse
,White,US,"Pinot Gris is starting to have a presence in Washington, and the straightforward, citrus-flavored fruit shown here suggests a middle-of-the-road style. It's a tart, palate-cleaning wine with a hint of citrus-rind bitterness in the finish.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 2000 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2000,Columbia Winery
13.5,White,US,"A nutty, leesy wine that takes those positive attributes to the limit, resulting in a mix of flavors that range from peanut brittle to lemon custard. The delicate melon and citrus fruit ends up getting a little overwhelmed.",Vanumanutagi Vineyards,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 2000 Vanumanutagi Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-2000-vanumanutagi-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos La Chance
,Red,US,"This first wine of the vintage, a blend of Pinot Noir, Grenache, and Valdigue, is largely the result of carbonic maceration, a winemaking technique that creates the freshest, sharpest, zingiest aromas and flavors imaginable. ItÕs vibrant and juicy, like Beaujolais. The gorgeous ripeness of the fruit bodes well for the 2001 vintage. Great value.",Nouveau,8,86,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2001 Nouveau Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2001-nouveau-red-other/,Red Blend,2001,Beringer
,Red,US,"The style is usually big and bold, but for the moment this wine, though dense and dark, has a hole in the middle. Rich scents of black cherry, blueberry and earth seem to vanish, leaving only a tannic finish.  —P.G",,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tefft Cellars 1999 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tefft-cellars-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1999,Tefft Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"At two-thirds Grenache and one-third Mourvèdre, this wine comes across full and rich, and a trifle alcoholic. The overall sensation is of a cherry-vanilla sundae smothered in toffee and chocolate—too much of a good thing for some tasters, heaven in a glass to others. —J.C.",Grenache-Mourvedre,9,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 1999 Grenache-Mourvedre Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-grenache-mourvedre-red-south/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Tatachilla
,Red,US,"The blend is almost equal—53% Cab and 47% Merlot—and the definite dill and bell pepper aromas indicate less- than-stellar fruit. But the wine is well made and budget priced, and enough black cherry fruit is bobbing beneath the surface to make things work. Stiff tannins lead into a roasted coffee finish. —P.G.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Snoqualmie
12.5,Red,Spain,"Sadly, I tasted this only recently, so late in its life. It's fading—but so beautifully in this case, that it deserves mention. Rather than dry and puckery, this wine is ending its days with an almost profound elegance.—M.M.",Gran Reserva,18,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Vallformosa 1992 Gran Reserva Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallformosa-1992-gran-reserva-red-penedes/,Red Blend,1992,Vallformosa
,White,US,"There are true, varietal scents of apricot, peach and honeysuckle. Fresh fruit in the mouth shows crisp, citrus and orange flavors, with some spritzyness on the tongue, and plenty of orange rind in the finish. This is fruity and dry enough to be well suited to spicy foods.",,7,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tucker 2001 Gewürztraminer (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tucker-2001-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-yakima/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Tucker
14.2,White,US,"An interesting wine, grown in Cabernet country, that's as full-bodied as a red wine. The flavors are solidly Viognier, though, with exotic tropical fruits and wild flowers that drink almost off-dry. Plenty of oak and sur lie aging provide textural complexities.  —S.H.",,19,86,California,Napa,Rutherford,Spencer Roloson 2000 Viognier (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-2000-viognier-napa-rutherford/,Viognier,2000,Spencer Roloson
,Rose,US,"This Rhone blend drinks candied and off-dry, with ripe berry, fruit, and spice flavors, and on the soft side. Strives to combine the freshness and lightness of a white with the weight of a red, and does a pretty good job of it.",Rose,9,86,California,California Other,California,McDowell 2000 Rose Grenache (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-2000-rose-grenache-other/,Grenache,2000,McDowell
12.5,Red,Australia,"Attractive aromatics and plenty of complexity are the pluses; the minus is a healthy dose of bell pepper. Smoke, herbs, eucalyptus and sour cherry hang on a claret-style frame. —J.C.",,30,86,Victoria,Victoria,,Virgin Hills 1998 Red (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/virgin-hills-1998-red-victoria/,Red Blend,1998,Virgin Hills
,Red,France,"“Old vines” means different things to different people. In this case, the fruit comes from vines that average 25–30 years old in the Côtes du Bourg and the Côtes du Blaye. The wine is fruit-focused (black cherries and cassis) but relatively light-bodied, finishing with lemony acids.",Vielles Vignes,13,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Malesan 1999 Vielles Vignes  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malesan-1999-vielles-vignes-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Malesan
,Red,US,"The grapes come from the Chicken Dinner vineyard, which says it all. Pop this tart, tangy wine, with its Zin-like red berry flavors and hints of white pepper, and bring on the fried chicken. —P.G.",Winemaker's Series,10,86,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2000 Winemaker's Series Syrah (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2000-winemakers-series-shiraz-syrah-syrah-idaho/,Syrah,2000,Ste. Chapelle
13,White,US,"Interesting scents of spice, herb and pine mix with tropical pineapple fruit. It all leads into a buttery finish, delivering a lot of flavor for the price. Barrel fermented, malolactic and sur lie aging—the full Monty.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1999 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1999,Hyatt
,Red,Australia,"Despite this wine's heady 14.9% alcohol level, it comes across as only medium-bodied. But the alcohol does show in the warm, slightly boozy and liqueur-like blackberry and chocolate aromas and flavors. Hints of licorice and charcoal add interest. —J.C.",,12,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-1999-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1999,Bleasdale
,Red,US,,Reserve,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Barefoot Cellars 1999 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-1999-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Barefoot Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,"Seems heavy on the American oak, displaying lactic, dill-laden aromatics that partially mute the berry fruit underneath. Still, the tart berries come through on the finish—a good sign for the future. Give it a couple of years in the cellar to come together. —J.C.",,15,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2000 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,2000,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Dessert,US,"Super aromatic, with apricot, orange marmalade and honey aromas. The wine is not as sweet as you expect, with residual sugar of 4%. It's also terrifically acidic. This creates imbalance. It's too tart for the sweetness or, conversely, not sweet enough. —S.H.",Muscat d'Orange,12,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ventana 1999 Muscat d'Orange Muscat (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1999-muscat-dorange-central-coast-monterey/,Muscat,1999,Ventana
,Red,US,"There isn't much Zin in Washington, but this makes a good case for more. Thick and tannic, it's a meaty, dark wine that includes 25% Petite Sirah. Seventeen months in new American oak has left an indelible whisky-barrel scent. —P.G.",Burgess Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2000 Burgess Vineyard Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2000-burgess-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,2000,Thurston Wolfe
,Red,US,"This fabulous vintage offered all sorts of possibilities. The winery chose an austere route. Tightly controlled blackberry and cassis notes are wrapped in oak, and the wine is very dry. It may age. If you drink it now, do so with the richest beef or lamb you can find. —S.H.",Reserve,40,87,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-northern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rodney Strong
13,Red,Australia,"The tart, sour cherry fruit merely serves to support the leathery, earthy, spicy elements; the fruit never really takes charge. That said, the wine does have plenty to offer. The dried-spice aromas are an attractive blend of cracked black pepper, cinnamon and clove the mouthfeel is smooth and rich. Finishs long, with hints of espresso. —J.C.",,26,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Punters Corner 1998 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punters-corner-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1998,Punters Corner
13.5,Red,US,"Once upon a time this would be have a perfectly fine $8 wine. Now, itÕs an $18 wine, but itÕs still a nice drink. ItÕs very dry, and balances blackberry flavors with less ripe herbal ones, resulting in some complexity. The finish is dry and fruity-spicy. Soft in acids, but the rich tannins add structure and spine.",,18,87,California,California Other,California,Pretty-Smith 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Pretty-Smith
,White,US,"Pontin scores with a sweet, lemony, ripe mouthful of fresh and fruity Riesling. Shows the verve and juicy deliciousness of Yakima Valley fruit.",White,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pontin del Roza 2000 White Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontin-roza-2000-white-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2000,Pontin del Roza
13,Red,Spain,"This Cabernet from one of Spain's best-known producers is mature and structured. An attractive, complex nose offers berry, tobacco and leather aromas, while the wine is darkly fruited and a touch brown at the edge. Finishes long and dry, with some drying tannins. Drink now through 2006. Despite the tannins, sooner is preferable, as the fruit seems fully mature. —M.M.",Gran Coronas Reserva,19,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1997 Gran Coronas Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1997-gran-coronas-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Torres
,Red,France,"Black cherries and chocolate combine on the palate, but there's also a certain weediness to the aromas. This blend of approximately 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon finishes strong, with tart fruit and a dose of chocolate.",Reserve de Malesan,15,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Malesan 1999 Reserve de Malesan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malesan-1999-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Malesan
,White,US,"Buttered toast, yeast and a hint of nut wrap around warm fruit aromas. A creamy blend of peach and citrus brighten this viscous, full-bodied wine that closes with a clean flinty zip. It is this acidity that well pairs the wine to any summertime fare.",,19,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaine Chandon
13.5,Red,US,"From Markham, this medium-weight effort adds a touch of mint and a creamy, lactic note to blackberry and blueberry fruit. The finish is long, highlighting waves of supersoft tannins and juicy berries. —J.C.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Glass Mountain 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glass-mountain-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Glass Mountain
14.5,White,US,"Seems somewhat crisper and less weighty than prior vintages, with the custardy mouthfeel buttressed by lemony acids. You'll also find apples, sweet plums and the obligatory toast and vanilla. —J.C.",Laguna Vineyard,23,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1999 Laguna Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1999-laguna-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,US,"Scents of lemon wax and a slightly spritzy mouthfeel are followed by somewhat surprisingly sweet fruit for a wine labeled dry. The flavors favor orange juice and orange candy. If you like a fairly heavy, fruit-forward style, this is just right.",Dry White,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 2000 Dry White Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-2000-dry-white-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2000,Kiona
,Red,US,"Fans of lush, full-flavored and well-structured red wines will like this one. It has the weight and elegance of a good Cabernet, with plummy, berry flavors, and a kiss of oak. Lacks perhaps depth, but itÕs a very good wine offering lots of immediate enjoyment.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Kenwood
13,Red,US,"The Santa Lucia Highlands are quickly becoming known for growing exceptional Pinot Noir, but this wine shows that the region also has potential for Bordeaux varieties. It's weedy, slightly green wine, but that's more than compensated for by the wonderfully lush and smooth texture and mouthfeel.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 1999 Meritage (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Meritage,1999,Hahn
,White,US,"Just what the doctor ordered in a likeable, affordable white wine. Packs plenty of ripe spearmint and lemon flavors with enough acidity to make it bright and clean. A tiny amount of sugar will satisfy your sweet tooth without compromising the wine's basic dryness. Best Buy.",,9,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-lodi/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Peirano
,Red,US,"It's rustic, but there's something balanced and enjoyable in this wine. Combines blackberry and olive notes with some green, stalky flavors that add interest. It's absolutely dry, not just in the official sense, but in the mouth, with a dusting of tannins. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley-lodi/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Peirano
,Red,US,"A wine that elicits mixed feelings. On the plus side, subtle fruit and oak, with a rich earthiness and sleek tannins. Does a good job of keeping Merlot fat and plump, while maintaining an herbal character. On the other hand, there's pronounced acidity and a sharpness that shows up on the finish. Doesn't seem likely to age well, but you never know. —S.H.",Aquarius Ranch,21,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,McIlroy 1999 Aquarius Ranch Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcilroy-1999-aquarius-ranch-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1999,McIlroy
,White,Australia,"What's nice about this wine is the acidity: It burns; it sparkles; it makes your mouth water and prepares it for yummy food. It's not all about fruit, oak and lees—a meal in itself. The flavors are of apples and peaches dusted with pepper and cinnamon. —S.H.",,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Arunda 2000 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arunda-2000-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Arunda
,White,US,"Here's a complex wine with bold flavors of lemongrass and peaches that are rich and honeyed, and yet it's tart and crisp enough to be your dry white wine of the evening. Combines the best of both worlds: round, sweet fruit and dry acidity that makes your mouth water, even as it's savoring the flavor. —S.H.",,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Andretti
,White,US,"Another sweet, oaky Chardonnay joins the ever-growing line. Not that it's an indifferent wine. This family produces nothing but impeccably tailored wines, and this one is among the best of class at this price point. —S.H.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Kunde
,Red,US,"This is still the current release. A very hot vintage in Washington, it leads with a Portlike nose of raisins and prunes; follows with soft, ripe and roasted flavors. The tannins are deep and earthy. Drink now. —P.G.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Kiona
,White,US,This is a good wine that's weakened by a lack of harmony. The fruit veers toward mangoes and breadfruit. The acids are fine. A gentle overlay of oak and pronounced lees add textural complexity. Yet the parts don't come together smoothly; it feels jagged in the mouth. —S.H.,,26,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Joseph Phelps 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Joseph Phelps
,White,US,"The reserve is not particularly oaky; rather it puts the emphasis on straightforward, well-rendered green apple fruit flavors, augmented with some balanced flavors of licorice and vanilla.",Reserve,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2000-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2000,Hyatt
14,Red,Australia,"Filled with bright, bouncy cherry-berry fruit and imbued with a slightly viscous mouthfeel, this fun, gulpable Shiraz won't break the bank. Its easygoing nature makes it worth having on hand for your next barbecue. —J.C.",Diamond Label,12,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Diamond Label Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-diamond-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Rosemount
,White,US,"It's all about extract in this kick-in-the-pants Chard. Assaults the palate with oversized fruit and the sting of peppery spice. Words like bright, electric and bold come to mind. It's also sweet and oaky. —S.H.",Reserve,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Raymond
,White,US,"Barrel fermentation, malolactic fermentation and lees aging add buttery, creamy, spicy complexities to this clean, steely wine. The underlying fruity flavors are not intense and veer toward leaner citrus and green apple flavors. It's a focused wine, not overblown. —S.H.",Reserve,20,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1999-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1999,Ventana
,Red,US,"An herbal, not to say earthy, wine with sage and oregano aromas and flavors. Dry and supple, it's softened by a hint of cherry cola in the finish, and will wake up with rich barbecue. —S.H.",Winberrie Old Vine,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sapphire Hill 2000 Winberrie Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sapphire-hill-2000-winberrie-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Sapphire Hill
,Red,US,"A popular favorite in the Northwest, Lemberger is a rustic, grapey, Zin-wannabe that offers pleasingly soft, fruity flavors well-suited to summer. This contains 24% Merlot, which adds weight to the fruit. Its soft tannins and light chocolate flavors make this a great go-to wine for the backyard barbecue. Best Buy. —P.G.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 2000 Lemberger (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2000-other-red-lemberger-columbia-valley-yakima/,Lemberger,2000,Covey Run
,Red,US,"One of the more interesting of the lesser Rhone grapes, but vintners struggle to give it depth. This oneÕs got flattering red berry fruit flavors and soft acidity and tannins. Drinks dry and velvety, with a spicy finish.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1999 Mourvèdre (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1999-mourvedre-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Mourvèdre,1999,Preston
,White,US,"A nice bottle of wine, bone-dry and fragrant, with pleasing, simple flavors.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pontin del Roza 2000 Chenin Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontin-roza-2000-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Pontin del Roza
,White,Spain,"This lively white shows a spritz on the tongue. It's crisp without being sharp, and the citrus notes here tend to orange and they complement tasty stone fruit and floral elements. Finishes clean and light, a great choice for any seafood, any warm evening. —M.M.",,13,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 2000 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-2000-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2000,Condes de Albarei
,White,US,"A wonderfully fragrant nose mixes scents of fresh fruits and  blossoms, with a sweet and tart flavor profile. These are very user friendly flavors, ripe and round, with more fatness than most Washington Rieslings, especially at this price. Best Buy.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2001 Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2001-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Columbia Crest
,Rose,US,"Kicks off with pretty cherry notes in the nose. Dry and bright on the palate, the wine shows lovely ripe Bing cherry flavors, elegant citrus and clean mineral notes. A refreshing and satisfying rosé.",Rosato di Sangiovese,13,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Gargiulo 2000 Rosato di Sangiovese Sangiovese (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gargiulo-2000-rosato-sangiovese-napa-oakville/,Sangiovese,2000,Gargiulo
14.2,Red,US,"Oversized, with massive berry-cherry flavors that explode in the mouth. In fact, it's too big. The spicy fruity flavors are so powerful they dominate every other feature. That said, it's dry, and the tannins are soft and intricate. Match it with dramatic, boldly flavored dishes. —S.H.",Frei Vineyard,26,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Frei Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-frei-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,France,"HereÕs a great expression of Cabernet Franc. Smells as juicy and fruity as Beaujolais, with that just-out-of-the-vat freshness, and drinks exuberantly young and fruity, with ultrasoft tannins. But dryness and acidity keep this charming wine balanced and pert.",,9,87,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Remy-Pannier 2000  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2000-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Remy-Pannier
13.5,Red,US,"This is a blend of Rutz's single-vineyard Pinots. Displays the fleshy, berry and tomato flavors of Dutton Ranch and Martinelli, and is very similar to both. Makes the case for blending. It doesn't hit the heights, but is a refined wine, and a versatile one. —S.H.",Maison Grand Cru,25,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 1999 Maison Grand Cru Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-1999-maison-grand-cru-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rutz
13.5,White,US,"Hits all the right notes, from the rich, sweet tropical fruit to the butter and toast accents, but like the third violin in the symphony, lacks that extra flair to really stand out. The oak is well proportioned, and some zesty lime notes that should make it reasonably versatile with food grace the finish. —J.C.",26th Anniversary,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 2000 26th Anniversary Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-2000-26th-anniversary-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Rutherford Hill
14.5,White,US,"Tight and sulky right now, showing little more than earth and minerals on the nose. Later, it opens up to reveal apple and pear fruit along with some oily flavors. Finishes with citrus and green apple. Hang out the “Do Not Disturb” sign; this crisp, flavorful Chard could use another year or two of cellaring.",Ciardella Vineyard,43,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thunder Mountain 1999 Ciardella Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1999-ciardella-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1999,Thunder Mountain
,Red,US,"Idaho and Merlot are not thoughts that generally spring together in the mind of the wine consumer, but Ste. Chapelle makes a good run at crafting an attractive, perfectly balanced wine here. The fruit is cherry and lightly herbal, and there are interesting flavors of earth and mocha, too. Best Buy. —P.G.",Value Series,7,87,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2000 Value Series Merlot (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2000-value-series-merlot-idaho/,Merlot,2000,Ste. Chapelle
14,Red,Australia,"Shows nice complexity in its aromas of cherry, vanilla, soy sauce, leather and meat, then fills the mouth with supple cherry fruit that carries a hints of medicinal herbs. Finishes with tart cherries and a slight lactic note. —J.C.",,22,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Tatachilla
13.5,Red,Australia,"A tart, chalky finish suggests a couple years of cellaring would help this flavorful wine blossom because the other ingredients are already in place: Black pepper and eucalyptus   add complexity to the blackberry aromas and flavors. —J.C.",,27,87,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Warrabilla 2000 Shiraz (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-rutherglen/,Shiraz,2000,Warrabilla
12.5,Red,Spain,"Even and light, but with copious tart cherry aromas and flavors, this tasty red comes from rugged Extremedura, in southwestern Spain, near Portugal. Saddle leather accents add interest, and the tangy finish closes with balanced tannins that'll cut through food well. Drink now–2005. —M.M.",Tinto Crianza,14,87,Central Spain,Ribera del Guadiana,,Valdegracia 1998 Tinto Crianza Tempranillo (Ribera del Guadiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdegracia-1998-tinto-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-guadiana/,Tempranillo,1998,Valdegracia
,Red,Australia,"This baby has aromas of just-picked ripe plums, boysenberries,and a peppery-chocolatey note that shows up on the palate. It's dry, clean and sharp, and it's a lot of fun. —S.H.",,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yangarra Park 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Yangarra Park
13.5,Red,Australia,"This easy-to-drink blend of 50% Shiraz, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Petit Verdot starts off jammy, with black cherry liqueur and clove notes before settling down and developing some interesting peach and mocha nuances. The persistent finish, lined with velvety tannins, makes it stand out from the crowd. Best Buy. —J.C.",Scrubby Rise,10,87,South Australia,Fleurieu Peninsula,,Wirra Wirra 2000 Scrubby Rise Red (Fleurieu Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2000-scrubby-rise-red-fleurieu-peninsula/,Red Blend,2000,Wirra Wirra
,Red,US,"There is just a hint of volatile acidity, enough to brighten the nose, which has Bing cherry and chocolate as well. In the mouth, the fruit has some herb and dill to it, an indication of a cooler vintage, and some fairly stiff tannins. —P.G.",,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gordon Brothers
14.5,Red,Australia,"A soft, round wine that almost seems designed for glugging. Dusty earth and dried grass aromas give way to a sweet, alcoholic attack filled with red berries and cherries. The warm, spirity finish leaves you glowing and reaching for another sip. —J.C.",Bradey Block,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Oliverhill 2000 Bradey Block Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliverhill-2000-bradey-block-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2000,Oliverhill
13.5,White,US,"The style is rich and ripe fruit, with the fruit pushing through into tropical. Nice handling of the oak adds just enough butter and light spice. A hint of bitterness mars the finish.",,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Arbor Crest
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux variety more often than not produces a light, fruity wine of charm and early drinkability. Here, the sour cherry fruit is framed in dry, dusty tannins and soft acids. There's an elegance and spicy aftertaste that are very nice. —S.H.",,17,87,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 1997 Cabernet Franc (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1997-cabernet-franc-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Yorkville Cellars
,White,Spain,"This structured, medium-weight wine's nose offers dried apple and nutty aromas. Crisp lime and stony notes come up strongly on the palate. The mouth shows good tension and decent acidity, the flavors are persistent on the solid finish of this tasty white. Drink now–2004. Best Buy. —M.M.",Can Feixes Blanc Selecciò,10,87,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Huguet de Can Feixes 2000 Can Feixes Blanc Selecciò White (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huguet-can-feixes-2000-feixes-blanc-seleccio-white-catalonia/,White Blend,2000,Huguet de Can Feixes
13,Red,Australia,"At 93% Shiraz, many wineries would have just labeled it as Shiraz, but not Hollick. The wine itself has lots of tart, almost sour, cherry fruit that marries well with the earthy, bitter undercurrents. Very smooth and supple in the mouth. Only light tannins make this a wine to drink now. —J.C.",,17,87,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Hollick 1999 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollick-1999-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hollick
14,Red,Australia,"It seems as if the emphasis is more on the oak than on the fruit. But the oak is darn tasty—toasty, vanillin and bringing all sorts of dried-spice complexities to the table. The wine is creamy and full enough to support the oak, even if the cherry-berry flavors do take a back seat. —J.C.",Wilgha,34,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Hollick 1998 Wilgha Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollick-1998-wilgha-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1998,Hollick
13,Red,Spain,"This medium-to full-bodied red from Spain's southeast sports a potent, inviting nose. Black plum, soy, leather and oak merge in an appealing, inky opening. The black cherry flavors are quite dry, but also rich and palate-coating. Finishes with substantial tannins. The wine should drink even better in one or two years, but should pair well with hearty fare even now. Best Buy. —M.M.",Cosecha,7,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Mayoral 2000 Cosecha Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayoral-2000-cosecha-tempranillo-blend-jumilla/,Tempranillo Blend,2000,Mayoral
,Port/Sherry,US,"Mayo knows how to make sweetish Zins that should be dry. Here's their effort at an outrightly sweet Zin, and it ain't bad. Curranty, raisiny aromas lead to cassis and blackberry jam flavors that are immensely ripe, and the sugar level is dessert-high. It's warmly satisfying. Try with, or over, vanilla ice cream, and be happy. —S.H.",Ricci Vineyard Unfiltered Zinfandel Port,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mayo 2000 Ricci Vineyard Unfiltered Zinfandel Port Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-2000-ricci-vineyard-unfiltered-zinfandel-port-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Mayo
,Red,US,,,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1999 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1999-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Newlan
,White,France,"You wonÕt pick up any oak here, but the fruit is interesting and vibrant, smacking of ripe green apples and even more opulent peaches. ItÕs springtime fresh in the mouth, nice and round with a suggestion of fruity sweetness.",,6,87,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Remy-Pannier 2000 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2000-chardonnay-vin-pays-jardin/,Chardonnay,2000,Remy-Pannier
12,White,US,"A popular style, fruity and forward, with the emphasis on citrus, grapefruit and apricot, rather than floral qualities. Sweet fruit set against tangy acid makes it a versatile food wine too.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2001 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2001-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"This is one of Columbia's strengths, turning out perfectly crafted white wines at budget prices. The Gewürz is off-dry, rich and roundly fruity, loaded with mouthfilling, lipsmacking flavors. Chill it to cut the sweetness and you have the perfect wine for spicy noodle dishes.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 2001 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2001-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Columbia Winery
,Red,US,"The oak jumps out a bit, with plenty of vanilla and a bit of dill, too. A medium-bodied Merlot, still young and tannic and not yet unwrapped. Additional cellar time will help. —P.G.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Columbia Winery
13,Red,Australia,"This kitchen-sink blend boasts a high percentage of Petit Verdot (38%), which may account for its dramatic floral aromatics. Aside from roses, cherries also play a role. In the mouth, complex floral-herbal elements have a solid underpinning of cherries and raspberries, finishing with just enough tannins to stand up to rare beef. —J.C.",Quartet,24,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2000 Quartet Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2000-quartet-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Craneford
13.9,Red,US,". Nice drinking wine, dry and silky, with generous berry and herb flavors and a tasteful touch of fine oak. That said, it's fuller-bodied than you'd expect, given the league it plays in. Seems to lack the delicacy and transparency that cool-weather Pinot typically achieves. —S.H.",Martinelli Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 1999 Martinelli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-1999-martinelli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rutz
,Red,US,"Add this new winery to the growing list of Walla Walla-based boutiques. The Syrah is plump and juicy, a round, fruity red wine that is perfectly enjoyable. —P.G.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Sariah Cellars 2000 Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sariah-cellars-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,2000,Sariah Cellars
13.5,Red,Australia,,Reserve,18,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1999 Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1999,Jacob's Creek
14,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied effort goes down surprisingly easy. Aromas of shoe polish, black plums and a dash of black pepper presage flavors of blackberry, plum and brandied spice cake. Finishes with warm notes of chocolate and spice. —J.C.",,21,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2000 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Kangarilla Road
,Red,Italy,"This is the first vintage of this wine that will be available in the United States and it makes a positive first impression. It's a delicious blend of spice, floral notes and strawberries that finishes with soft, caressing tannins.",Campo ai Sasso,,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2000 Campo ai Sasso  (Rosso di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2000-campo-ai-sasso-red-rosso-montalcino/,Red Blend,2000,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
,White,South Africa,"A crisp style of wine, with green plums, lime and kiwifruit flavors. There's a fresh, poised balance between the light taste of wood and lively acidity, and just a touch of nutmeg and almonds to give it extra interest.",,,87,Stellenbosch,,,Louisvale 2000 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louisvale-2000-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2000,Louisvale
,Red,US,"Nice black cherry fruit powers the nose, with just the barest hints of stem and root. Firm fruit is buttressed by tart acids, and the middle opens up sweetly, adding flavors of cocoa and coffee. —P.G.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pontin del Roza 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontin-roza-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Pontin del Roza
,Rose,US,"Rosés are making a comeback, and it's because of nice wines like this. It's super-fruity, with suggestions of the ripest peaches and apricots. You can taste the sunny sweetness but it's basically a dry wine. Refreshing acidity gives it a clean boost.",,14,87,California,California Other,California,Ledson 2000 Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2000-rose-other/,Rosé,2000,Ledson
,Red,US,"Big, friendly and wrapped in a lot of chocolatey oak. The fruit is forward and light, and it is just big enough to hang in there with all the barrel flavors. —P.G.",,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"Everything about this wine is designed to flatter the palate, from the cherry and black raspberry fruit, dusted with dry crushed spices, to the overlay of richly toasted oak, to the soft, yielding tannins. What's not to like? It ain't grand cru Burgundy, but it sure is nice drinking. —S.H.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Koves-Newlan 1999 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koves-newlan-1999-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Koves-Newlan
,Red,US,"This pretty wine shows how well this variety thrives in Lodi. There's a mushu pork note, with peppery plum aromas and flavors that are delicious, and yet the wine is bone dry. Adequate acids and tannins make for balance. It may not be a complex wine but it's a thoroughly enjoyable one. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1998 Shiraz (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley-lodi/,Shiraz,1998,Peirano
,White,Spain,"Appealing bright citrus and slate flavors ride a round yet faintly spritzy mouthfeel in this lively white from Spain's northeast. The flavors and textures show some depth and positive tension. Best for current drinking, it closes bright and dry, with good length. Best Buy. —M.M.",Classico,10,87,Catalonia,Alella,,Marqués de Alella 2000 Classico White (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-alella-2000-classico-white-alella/,White Blend,2000,Marqués de Alella
13.5,Red,US,"Surprisingly rich and nuanced for such an inexpensive wine, it has balanced aromas and flavors of blackberries, pepper and earth. Has the finesse and complexity of red wines costing a lot more. —S.H.",Collage - Zinfandel/Shiraz,9,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Collage - Zinfandel/Shiraz Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-collage-zinfandel-shiraz-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Kendall-Jackson
14.5,Red,Australia,"A young wine, dark purple in color, whose aromas are dominated now by oak. The sweet, sappy vanilla scents mask the grapes, but not in the mouth, where jammy berry fruit is powerfully ripe. Fortunately, the wine is dry, with lively acids. —S.H.",Miamba,15,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1999 Miamba Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1999-miamba-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Grant Burge
13.5,Red,US,"Rather rich for a Ô98, especially at this price, but this winery has control over vast acreage and can afford to pick the very best. Has good blackcurrant aromas with a smoky meatiness, and drinks dry and rich. ItÕs a very supple wine, one that flatters the palate with velvety smoothness.",Barrel Select,17,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fetzer 1998 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Fetzer
12.5,Red,Spain,"This lighter-styled, mature Rioja shows just a hint of brown at the edges. An initial light sweaty note blows off quickly, revealing appealing dried cherry, spice and wood aromas and flavors, and an elegant, balanced mouthfeel. Tannins are mostly resolved, drink now–2005. —M.M.",Gran Reserva,29,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Coto de Imaz 1994 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-imaz-1994-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Coto de Imaz
,Red,US,"This budget wine has sweet fruit and soft tannins, along with surprising concentration and length. Offsetting a hint of stemminess are generous, varietally true flavors, and a rich, meaty nose that suggests beef and coffee. Best Buy. —P.G.",Grand Estates,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Grand Estates Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-grand-estates-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Columbia Crest
,White,US,"This is quite dry, as the label indicates, and nicely scented with light floral notes. Citrus fruit flavors run through an elegant, textured wine that definitely wants food to go with. Best Buy. —P.G.",Dry,6,88,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2001 Dry Gewürztraminer (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2001-dry-gewurztraminer-idaho/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Ste. Chapelle
,White,Austria,"Easy-drinking, this vibrantly crisp wine shines with well-etched lemon and grapefruit flavors and a grassy-herbal edge. Great acidity makes it clean and tart. Well made, it's a pleasant sipper and would be good with shellfish. —S.H.",,26,88,Austria,,,Repolusk 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-2000-sauvignon-blanc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Repolusk
,Red,US,"This has sharp, cedary oak dominating the fruit right now. The fruit is good, solid black cherry, but it is not quite big enough to tackle all that new oak, though some bottle time will help. Good, ambitious winemaking. —P.G.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Russell Creek 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russell-creek-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Russell Creek
13.2,Red,Australia,"This big and broodingly dark wine is packed with grapey fruit and vanilla. The tannins on the finish are dusty but ripe and should preserve the wine for up to 10 years in the cellar. Still, why not drink it now with barbecue and savor the youthfully lusty fruit? —J.C.",,27,88,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Warrabilla 2000 Petite Sirah (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-2000-petite-sirah-rutherglen/,Petite Sirah,2000,Warrabilla
13.5,Red,Australia,"Subtle black-pepper notes add an extra layer of complexity to smoke, earth, plum, blackberry and dried spices. This full-bodied, sturdy wine finishes with firm tannins and some lingering coffee notes. Should improve over the next 2 - 3 years. —J.C.",Bin 128,24,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penfolds 1999 Bin 128 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-bin-128-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1999,Penfolds
13.9,Red,US,"With 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, you might expect this five-varietal Bordeaux blend to taste pretty much like Cabernet, and it does. Although there's plenty of toasty, cedary oak, the cassis fruit shines through, dressed up by vanilla and chocolate notes. Not as deep as in the best of vintages, but a classy crowd-pleaser nonetheless.",Mare Nectaris Reserve,34,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1998 Mare Nectaris Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1998-mare-nectaris-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Midnight
13,Red,Spain,"This tasty Rioja has an almost chewy feel. Tart dried fruits, leather, licorice and menthol oak aromas and flavors come together well in this—especially at this age—fairly full-bodied wine. Dark and handsome, it still has some tannins to shed, and finishes long and dry. Drink now–2007. —M.M.",Gran Reserva,25,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campo Viejo 1994 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-viejo-1994-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1994,Campo Viejo
,Red,Spain,"A lively, flavorful and well-balanced red made of a Bordeaux grape generally reserved for blending. Its bright berry aromas and flavors are offset by attractive black pepper and green tobacco accents. Good fruit, positive acidity and a firm, even tannic structure mean this stylish, elegant wine has a future. Drink now through 2007, best after 2004. —M.M.",Dominio de Valdepusa,30,88,Central Spain,Vino da Mesa de Toledo,,Marques de Griñon 1999 Dominio de Valdepusa Petit Verdot (Vino da Mesa de Toledo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-1999-dominio-valdepusa-petit-verdot-vino-mesa-toledo/,Petit Verdot,1999,Marques de Griñon
,Red,US,"West Side, in Paso Robles, means hot, and while the alcohol in this wine is a moderate 13.5%,  you can taste the heat in the gentle tannins and soft acids. It's bone-dry, with berry flavors. A nicely crafted young wine. —S.H.",West Side,25,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 West Side Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-west-side-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"The fruit comes primarily from Ciel du Cheval and Boushey vineyards, and delivers intense, spicy cherry and pungent grape scents and flavors. There are hints of tobacco and wild fruits, too, and the forward style favors early drinking. —P.G.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2000 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,McCrea
,White,US,"Starts off with a real blast of grass, hay, anise and other aggressive notes, with just a hint of softer melon. It's pretty powerful in the mouth, too. Citrus flavors are spicy and penetrating in this dry, structured wine. It has an extra dimension of complexity and elegance that make it a fine dinner wine. —S.H.",Reserve,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 1999 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Hanna
,Red,US,"Dark, thick and young, with sour cherry Lifesaver flavors and noticeable dusty tannins. It's actually a very pretty wine, very dry and balanced, with good length and a clean finish. Will age, but drinks well now. —S.H.",,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Granite Springs 1999 Petite Sirah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granite-springs-1999-petite-sirah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Petite Sirah,1999,Granite Springs
,Red,US,"Forward and fruity, this medium-bodied wine shows good balance and varietal spice—white pepper and roasted coffee—along with delicious cherry/berry fruit. —P.G.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 2000 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,Kestrel
14.4,Dessert,US,"Mitch Cosentino used stainless steel fermentation to preserve the brilliant peach nectar fruit of this vin doux (sweet wine), then aged it in French oak to add a creamy mouthfeel. It's sweet and rich and delicious and shows another face of Viognier. —S.H.",Vin Doux Viognier Kay,30,88,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 2000 Vin Doux Viognier Kay Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-vin-doux-viognier-kay-other/,Viognier,2000,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"Fairly tannic, this Merlot has some ripe, even sweet, cherry fruit. It's done in a light style, but it feels and tastes ripe, which means the winemaker knew what he was doing. A lovely effort that takes full advantage of the character of the region's fruit. —P.G.",Winemaker's Series,10,88,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2000 Winemaker's Series Merlot (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2000-winemakers-series-merlot-idaho/,Merlot,2000,Ste. Chapelle
13.9,Red,US,"This is one of those young, jammy Zins that makes you lick your lips and take another sip just for the sheer fun of it. ItÕs a great heap of berries in a glass, light and soft, with silky tannins and a peppery finish, with just a trace of sugar.",Luvisi Vineyard,34,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1999 Luvisi Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1999-luvisi-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Signorello
,Red,US,"This is light, with fresh berry flavors. It's pretty, forward, fruity and bright; perfect for light grilled foods. —P.G.",,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Three Rivers
,White,US,"Kicks the palate with a roundhouse of grass, hay, gooseberry and lime, softened by wood and a hint of lees. This is a distinctive white wine. It shares the crisp, herbal nature of Sauvignon Blanc and adds enough interesting notes to make it complex and stylish. —S.H.",Peterson Vineyard,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Deerfield Ranch 2000 Peterson Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2000-peterson-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Deerfield Ranch
13.5,White,US,"This is a soft, creamy Chardonnay that's reminiscent of baked apples loaded with cinnamon and perked up with a few curls of orange zest. Finishes long, with creamy vanilla supported by orange echoes. —J.C.",Dutton Ranch,22,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 2000 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-2000-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Fritz
,White,US,"A limited-production wine, made in a bone-dry style. It is at once searingly tart and loaded with fresh, tangy lemon and citrus and green apple fruit. It shows terrific concentration and focus, and lingers in the back palate, begging for some spicy food to wash down.",Dry White,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2001 Dry White Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2001-dry-white-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Woodward Canyon
,White,US,"Typically bright and floral-fruity, this offers up a big mouthful of lemonade, peach juice, and honeyed, wildlfower flavors. ItÕs creamy and rich, and really a lot of fun, a wine to enjoy, not ponder over.",,19,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Alapay 2000 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alapay-2000-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2000,Alapay
,White,US,"This new Walla Walla winery premieres with a toasty, soft, barrel- fermented Bordeaux blanc blend that's 70% Sém, 30% Sauv Blanc. The fruit is ripe and packed with rich flavors, without being too fat and tropical. Its lightly herbal, grassy nuances combine with plenty of well-managed, pleasantly spicy, toasty oak.",Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Buty 2000 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buty-2000-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2000,Buty
,Red,US,"The wine is rich, from its dark color through the olive, chocolate and plum aromas to the thick, fruity mouthfeel. It's also more tannic than many bottles now on the market. You can solve that by drinking it with big foods like roasts. This substantial wine won't age, though, so consume in the next few years. —S.H.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 1999 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1999-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1999,Hanna
,Red,US,"Fairly dense and viscous. The wine serves up smoky, black cherry, toast, herb and chocolate flavors couched in supple tannins. Moderate on the finish. —J.M.",,27,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2000 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,2000,Hagafen
13.5,Red,Australia,"Unlike many an Australian Shiraz, this one sees only French oak barrels for aging. The result is a dense, blueberry-filled wine, supported by hints of toast and espresso. It's full-bodied but not tiring to drink, thanks to an enlivening burst of black pepper on the finish. Best Buy. —J.C.",Bridgewater Mill,15,88,Australia Other,Australia,,Petaluma 1999 Bridgewater Mill Shiraz (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petaluma-1999-bridgewater-mill-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Petaluma
,Red,US,"Soft vanilla flavors counterpoint pretty cherry/berry fruit. This is a well-balanced, complete effort, with no hint of weediness despite its everyday price. Best Buy. —P.G.",,9,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1999 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Covey Run
,White,US,"Here is a beautifully rendered, vividly fruity Washington Riesling. Crisp green apple flavors combine with succulently sweet citrus in a classic, off-dry style.",,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tagaris 2001 Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-2001-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Tagaris
13.5,Red,Australia,"This is a thick, ripe Aussie red in which you can stand up a fork. The bold blackberry, vanilla, black pepper and dark earth flavors are not about finesse or elegance; this is stick-to-your-ribs stuff. Best Buy. —J.C.",Breakneck Creek,9,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 2000 Breakneck Creek Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-breakneck-creek-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Tatachilla
,White,US,"Riesling has always been a strength of this winery, and this wine clearly shows why. It has a lightness and delicacy missing from most other domestic Riesling, yet it is not simple. Its complex, subtle, food-friendly flavors are right on the money. Best Buy. —P.G.",Dry,6,88,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2001 Dry Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2001-dry-riesling-idaho/,Riesling,2001,Ste. Chapelle
,White,US,"Fragrant, with scents and flavors of pears and orange blossoms. This wine has 1.8% residual sugar, which qualifies it as off-dry, but it is still quite suitable for a wide range of foods, especially spicy Asian dishes. Full, fleshy and well-made, it delivers plenty of fresh fruit flavor with enough spice and acid to give a lift to the finish.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2001 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2001-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Seven Hills
13.5,Red,US,"Markham has been a reliable Petite source over the years, and succeeded even in the difficult '98 vintage. Rich blackberries and blueberries are dusted with black pepper. The one indication of a tough year is the dry, tannic finish, but it should work fine with a rare steak. —J.C.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1998 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1998-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1998,Markham
,Red,US,"Showing hints of black cherry, chocolate, anise and herb flavors, this full-bodied wine is structured with firm, ripe tannins that lead to a supple finish. —J.M.",Jack London Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1999 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1999,Kenwood
13.8,Red,Australia,"Rich and intense but also round and soft. A horsey note adds complexity and rusticity to the dark chocolate, leather and black cherry aromas and flavors. —J.C.",Boundary Row,18,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kurtz Family 2000 Boundary Row Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kurtz-family-2000-boundary-row-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,2000,Kurtz Family
,Red,US,"You can taste the sun of this glorious vintage in every fruity, berry-filled sip. ItÕs bursting with juicy, ripe flavors, wrapped in the sculpted tannins and soft acids, but itÕs nicely dry. This is a pretty wine, delicious and uncomplex. From Laurel Glen.",,18,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Quintana 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintana-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Quintana
,Red,US,"Juicy-fruity wine here, with various berry flavors, full-bodied and ripe, wrapped in a softly tannic, dry wine. It strives for elegance and finesse and comes close, but a rough edge cuts those aspirations short. Merlot remains a difficult wine even in Napa.",,32,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Luna
,White,US,"Off-dry fruit conjures up flavors of grapes, apricots, peaches and even kumquats! A balanced, sensuous wine, it has no rough acid or over-the-top tropical fruit flavors. Long and silky. Best Buy. —P.G.",,6,88,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2001 Johannisberg Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2001-riesling-johannisberg-idaho/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Ste. Chapelle
,Red,US,"Okay, Idaho Cabernet is never going to be an easy sell. But new winemaker Chuck Devlin is a talent, and he gives this wine a distinct core of sweet black cherry fruit; not big, but perfectly ripe. It's set in a slightly earthy framework of root and rock, with a lightly chalky finish. —P.G.",Winemaker's Series,10,88,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2000 Winemaker's Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2000-winemakers-series-cabernet-sauvignon-idaho/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Ste. Chapelle
,Red,US,"This is a young wine and tastes like a Beaujolais. Spicy, grapey and showing an almost spritzy lightness; it has good, clean fruit with a lively, tangy, spicy mouthfeel. Best Buy. —P.G.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Snoqualmie
,White,US,"Waterbrook makes a  lovely, lighthearted, citrus- and melon-flavored Sauv Blanc. Crisp and elegant, it manages to be flavorful without being overpowering; it's a delightful summer sipping wine that will add zip to almost anything you serve it with.",,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2001-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Waterbrook
,Red,US,"A big wine bursting with the wildest of brambly berry flavors, and a peppery, herbal hint of earth and wood. The tannins are smooth and dusty. It's a nice bit of winemaking, but a little too big and uncontrolled for its britches. —S.H.",AVA's: Carneros/Napa Valley,28,88,California,California Other,California,Truchard 2000 AVA's: Carneros/Napa Valley Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2000-avas-carneros-napa-valley-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Truchard
,Red,US,"Flavorful, forward and tasting of a pleasing mix of light, toasty oak and pretty cherry fruit, this is a solid, immediately enjoyable wine. It doesn't have the muscle to go long term, but it offers a lot of pure Merlot pleasure in the near term. —P.G.",,38,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Woodward Canyon
,Red,US,"This tangy wine is laced with plenty of toasty new oak, giving it scents and flavors of cocoa and spice. Some excellent fruit is there, tasting of tart black cherries, but it seems a bit overwhelmed. —P.G.",Kestrel Vineyard,60,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 1998 Kestrel Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-1998-kestrel-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Apex
,White,US,"This wine shows a lot of Bourbon-barrel oak flavor, underscoring fruit that has plenty of apple and melon intensity, enlightened with pleasing herbal accents.",,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chinook 2000 Sémillon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chinook-2000-semillon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sémillon,2000,Chinook
,Red,US,"This is classic juice, hard and packed with power, showing dark fruits laced with mocha and spice. The chalky tannins are the only quibble, but this wine will improve for at least a decade in your cellar. —P.G.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Columbia Winery
14.1,White,US,"A rich, oaky wine easily as good as Chards that cost far more, it has aromas and flavors of ripe white peaches and Delicious apples, and scads of oriental spice. Avoids excessive sweetness, although oak tannins and glycerin make it round and soft. —S.H.",Reserve,16,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2000-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos du Bois
,White,US,"Expensive for this varietal, and also for Napa Valley. Pippin apple and spearmint aromas lead to apple and citrus flavors. It's very dry, with somewhat high acidity, a steely wine with similarities to Fumé Blanc. There's a tart, sour finish that suggests sushi. —S.H.",Reserve,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Casa Nuestra 2000 Reserve Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-nuestra-2000-reserve-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Casa Nuestra
,White,US,"A wine designed for summer, if ever there was one. Bone- dry and fragrant, with lemon, jasmine and fresh pear scents evolving into complex layers of pear, grapefruit and honey.",,12,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Yellow Hawk Cellar 2001 Muscat Canelli (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-hawk-cellar-2001-muscat-canelli-columbia-valley-wa/,Muscat Canelli,2001,Yellow Hawk Cellar
13,Red,Spain,"Though not as rich as Viña Izadi's 1997 Expresión, this wine still has a lot to like: aromas of toasted bagel, dried apple and orange peel that are followed by flavors of cranberry, raspberry, clove and fennel",Seleccion,45,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Izadi 1997 Seleccion  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-izadi-1997-seleccion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Izadi
,Red,US,"A tantalizing  wine, at once rigid and austere, then yielding and generous. It's pale in color, with earthy smells of sun-warmed red brick, dust and an elusive hint of black cherry. Remarkably light in the mouth, like air, with silky tannins. Firm acids scream out for Italian food. —S.H.",Roumiguiere Vineyard,22,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Deerfield Ranch 1999 Roumiguiere Vineyard Sangiovese (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-1999-roumiguiere-vineyard-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Deerfield Ranch
,White,South Africa,"Stan and Norma Ratcliffe made their names as producers in the first wave of South Africa's wine Renaissance. Their consistency of style keeps them there. This Chardonnay, aged for four months in French oak, is rich, with creamy, mature fruit, just spiced with wood, and an enticing lemongrass perfume.",,18,89,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 1999 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-1999-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1999,Warwick
13,Red,Spain,,Conde de Valdemar-Gran Reserva,21,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Martinez Bujanda 1994 Conde de Valdemar-Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-bujanda-1994-conde-valdemar-gran-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1994,Martinez Bujanda
,Red,US,"Dried spices, dusty earth and steely red fruit mesh well in this wine, which closes with enticing cherry and bitter chocolate notes. This wine is toasty, oh-so-smooth, and undeniably plush and seductive. Share this with someone special.",,29,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2000 Pinot Meunier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2000-other-red-pinot-meunier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Meunier,2000,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"From northeast-facing vineyards that catch morning sun at 1,200 feet, this is micro-terroir grapegrowing at its most extreme. Cool weather has yielded crisp acidity and fruit that runs the razor's edge between raspberry ripeness and mint-and-tomato earthiness. Very fine barrels add smoke, spice, vanilla and oak-modulated roundness. It seems to lack depth, but then so do certain Burgundies in their youth. —S.H.",,38,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cinnabar
13.5,Red,US,"A blend of six varietals including Cabernet Franc and Syrah, this wine is utterly distinctive. The raspberry liqueur aroma has a meaty edge complemented with things like ground coffee, violets and white chocolate. All these flavors mingle in the mouth, and yet the wine is dry. The supple, silky texture is notable. Best Buy. —S.H.",Big House Red,10,89,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 2000 Big House Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2000-big-house-red-other/,Red Blend,2000,Ca' del Solo
13,Red,US,"Given the difficulties of the vintage this wine achieves elegance and style. ItÕs a wine to drink now while youÕre aging your Ô99s. There are light but good berry flavors, negotiable tannins, and soft acids, but thereÕs also a richness thatÕs the hallmark of terroir and lot selection.",Vintage Selection,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1998 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1998-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Burgess
,Red,US,"This is the kind of fat, high-alcohol but plush and soft red wine that Paso is famous for. A Bordeaux blend, it's filled with juicy berry flavors and is round and supple, but heady, with 14.5% alcohol. Yet it's balanced, with nice dry tannins. —S.H.",Para Siempre,38,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 Para Siempre Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-para-siempre-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Peachy Canyon
,White,US,"This is 58% Viognier and 42% Chardonnay, making a crisp, clean, dynamic white with plenty of lime and citrus flavor. Delicious and refreshing, it's a perfect food wine.",La Mer,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2000 La Mer White (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2000-mer-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Blend,2000,McCrea
,Red,Spain,"A flavorful, mature wine from a respected vintage, in the classic Conde de Valdemar manner, a refined, perhaps more Pinot Noir-like style of Tempranillo. Handsome dried berry fruit and a cedary sweetness mark the wine throughout. It's lithe and elegant, with an almost delicate sense of balance. Has the elements of a much more expensive aged red Burgundy. Best now through 2005. Editors' Choice. —M.M.",Conde de Valdemar Gran Reserva,21,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Martinez Bujanda 1994 Conde de Valdemar Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-bujanda-1994-conde-valdemar-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Martinez Bujanda
,Red,US,"From the winery's estate vineyard, south of Yountville, a big wine, with an impressive depth of flavor. Cherries and wild berries and all kinds of dry leafy herbs are wrapped in silky tannins, with firm acidity. Overall, the wine feels plush and luxurious all the way down. —S.H.",Reserve,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Koves-Newlan 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koves-newlan-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Koves-Newlan
,White,US,"Fans of intensely flavored Viogniers bursting with wildflower and tropical fruit notes wonÕt be disappointed. This oneÕs got honeysuckle, guava, ripe peach and mangoes, in a light, unoaky package. Yet itÕs dry. This is a fun wine, meant for early enjoyment.",T Bar T,24,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2000 T Bar T Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-t-bar-t-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2000,Iron Horse
,White,US,"What a value. Bright and crisp and eye-opening, with green grass, gooseberry, lemon and lime flavors, and a tangy bite of mineral from the earth. This dry, edgy wine just scours the palate with its tart acids. Best Buy. —S.H.",,12,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Latcham 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latcham-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Latcham
,Red,US,"A very well-made Merlot, with sweet fruit and attractive scents of vanilla and cracker. Though still showing a lot of youthful acidity, it wraps the fruit in a big blast of new oak and finishes with a hint of heat.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Tamarack Cellars
,Rose,US,"From the coppery-peach color to the delicate peach, vanilla and smoke aromas, to the luscious fruity flavors, this is one pretty wine. It's dryish, but filled with sunny ripeness. Especially notable for the round, harmonious mouthfeel. A very good value. A blend of Mourvèdre and Grenache.",Vin Gris d'Amador,12,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2000 Vin Gris d'Amador Rosé (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2000-vin-gris-damador-rose-sierra-foothills/,Rosé,2000,Terre Rouge
13,White,US,"This is the newest wine in the Chateau's ever-expanding lineup, and it shows the rising importance of Pinot Gris in Washington. Perfect varietal flavors set on the border of apple and pear, along with fresh acids and a nice lift from the natural spice of the grape.",,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2001 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2001,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12,White,Spain,"A knockout Albariño, this one has a unique, less-typical orange cast. Very flavorful, with orange and peach-apricot hints, it's smooth and even, and closes with good length. This is an attractive, medium-weight white with real character. Worth seeking out. —M.M.",,15,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Domaine Pedro De Soutomaior 2000 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pedro-soutomaior-2000-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2000,Domaine Pedro De Soutomaior
,Red,US,"This has really ripe blackberry and cherry flavors, soft tannins, a nice fat mouthfeel and hints of darker roasted stuff. Big, smooth and lush, it gathers power and finishes with a big swoop of meaty, fruity, fat flavor. Not heavy, but delicious and beautifully balanced. Best Buy. —P.G.",Grand Estates,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Grand Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-grand-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"The scents jump from the glass, rich and cloaked in sweet cracker, toast and mocha. The fruit is delicious and broad, the oak generous and chocolatey, the tannins soft and textured. This is a friendly, flavorful style of winemaking, with plenty of rich flavors in a loose-knit, accessible wine.",Seven Hills Vineyard,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 2000 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-2000-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,2000,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"This is the sixth or seventh vintage of their Syrah, and it hits the palate with tangy, tart red berry fruit. The spice and pepper suggest Syrah; otherwise it is a dead ringer for Dry Creek Zin. The blend includes about 8% Grenache, which adds to the forward fruit intensity. But it's not just fresh and forward and fruity, it is also balanced and lingers into a chocolatey farewell. —P.G.",Reserve,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2000 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2000-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"A fat, meaty wine, which tastes of very ripe berries and raw steak. Tight, dark and smoky, it has a ripe earthiness to it that adds power and weight, but comes off a bit rough at the moment. —P.G.",Estate,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 1999 Estate Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-1999-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,Kestrel
13.9,Red,Australia,"This Châteauneuf-du-Pape lookalike (43% Grenache, 39% Shiraz, 18% Mourvèdre) tastes like one as well, boasting rustic, earthy aromas and flavors that combine country roads with dusty leather and exotic spices. The underlying fruit changes in the glass, switching from cherry to blueberry and back. Dry tannins and juicy acids suggest it will last until 2008 or beyond. —J.C.",The Holy Trinity,35,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1998 The Holy Trinity Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1998-the-holy-trinity-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Grant Burge
,Red,Spain,"Tasters praised the solid, dark cherry fruit core of this well-poised, medium-weight offering. They diverged beyond that, some enjoying the wine's cedar, meat and earth elements, others finding, along with tasty coffee and licorice notes, a slightly edgy astringency. Drinkable now, it's still evolving. Best from 2004–2010+.",Reserva,162,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Culman de LAN 1994 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/culman-lan-1994-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Culman de LAN
13,Red,Spain,"This mature wine shows a touch of brown at the edge and a handsome cedar, tobacco and herb nose. The finely tuned palate has good fruit-to-acid balance, and the tasty dried cherry and plum flavors are complemented by more cedar and tobacco. Lean and elegant, best drunk now through 2006. Editors' Choice. —M.M.",Gran Reserva,23,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 1994 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-1994-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1994,Montecillo
,White,US,"A startlingly intense, grassy nose smells of sweet, new-mown hay. In the mouth follow flavors of peaches, apricots, lemons and herbs. Starts out sweet and finishes dry, with an ultraripe, flavorful finish. Consume young.",Walla Voila,12,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,L'Ecole No. 41 2001 Walla Voila Chenin Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2001-walla-voila-chenin-blanc-other/,Chenin Blanc,2001,L'Ecole No. 41
12.5,White,Spain,"The crisp lime and straw aromas of this Galician white are right on target. Tangy citrus and green apple flavors tickle the tongue atop a refreshing, even bracing mouthfeel. Finishing long with stony notes, this is a perfect shellfish wine. If you haven't yet tried an Albariño, what are you waiting for? —M.M.",,20,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Lusco do Miño 2000 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lusco-mino-2000-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2000,Lusco do Miño
,Red,US,"Sweet scents of molasses, cherry, and leafy dried herbs pair classically with cedar and pepper. A sip reveals tobacco and dark plums. Lightweight and big on flavor, this wine is a natural for barbeque with its herbaceous, charred finish.",,29,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon 2000 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-2000-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,2000,Domaine Chandon
13.9,Red,Australia,"This  dense wine starts with aromas of smoke, leather and game, then shows lush blackberry fruit on the palate. Hints of espresso, vanilla and chocolate round out the midpalate; the finish shows some unintegrated toasty oak. Give it 3–5 years to develop. —J.C.",Ebenezer,32,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1998 Ebenezer Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1998-ebenezer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Barossa Valley Estate
,Red,US,"Bonair has made a big, earthy bruiser of a Merlot in this vintage, with complex aromas mixing ripe fruit, leather, earth and a whiff of barnyard. The fruit is topnotch, showing cassis and black cherry, along with firm, dark chocolate in the tannic finish.",,18,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bonair 1998 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonair-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Bonair
13.5,Red,Spain,,Culmen de LAN,162,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas LAN 1994 Culmen de LAN  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-lan-1994-culmen-de-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Bodegas LAN
,White,US,"Waterbrook consistently delivers crisply rendered, varietally true white wines at attractive prices. This has a palate of melon, light citrus and peach, with a long, lively, fresh and textured mouthfeel.",,10,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 2001 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2001-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2001,Waterbrook
,Red,US,"Inky dark, this is a big wine in every way. Rich, sweet aromas of blackberry cobbler drizzled with cassis suggest enormous fruit. The flavors follow up, big and jammy, filled with berries of every kind. But it drinks dry and mellow, with soft tannins and acids. This is an interesting but not great wine from a variety normally used for blending. —S.H.",,17,89,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 1997 Malbec (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1997-malbec-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Malbec,1997,Yorkville Cellars
13.5,White,US,Expectations for this wine are always high. But this year brings some disappointment. The winemaker has concentrated the spicy peach and pear flavors and framed them generously in oak. Yet it lacks the subtlety and complexity to justify the price. —S.H.,Estate Bottled,52,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Far Niente 2000 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-2000-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Far Niente
13.5,Red,US,,Reseve,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1997 Reseve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1997-reseve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Newlan
,Red,Spain,"Tasters praised the solid, dark cherry fruit core of this well-poised, medium-weight offering. They diverged beyond that, some enjoying the wine's cedar, meat and earth elements, others finding, along with tasty coffee and licorice notes, a slightly edgy astringency. Drinkable now, it's still evolving. Best from 2004–2010+.",Reserva,162,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Culman de LAN 1994 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/culman-de-lan-1994-reserva-rioja-21326/,Tempranillo,1994,Culman de LAN
,Dessert,US,"Pretty decadent stuff here. Bursting with sweet apricot and spice flavors, and 0.8% residual sugar makes it taste decidedly sweet. There's an oily, unguent texture—you can see the glycerin lines stain the side of the glass. It could use a little more acidity. —S.H.",Aquarius Ranch Late Harvest,13,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,McIlroy 2000 Aquarius Ranch Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcilroy-2000-aquarius-ranch-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,McIlroy
,White,US,"This is excellent; barrel fermented and richly textured without being overbearing. Soft fruit, sweet nutty oak and a buttery, sweet cream finish all meld together in a seamless, satisfying whole. Best Buy.",,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Ryan Patrick 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ryan-patrick-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Ryan Patrick
14.5,Red,Australia,"Like many Aussie Grenaches, this is a soft, forward wine that's made for early consumption. But the alcohol is in balance with the juicy cherry fruit and the oak is well integrated, adding dried spices and a hint of chocolate without becoming overpowering. —J.C.",Old Vine,18,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 1999 Old Vine Grenache (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-1999-old-vine-grenache-barossa-valley/,Grenache,1999,Ross Estate
,Red,US,"It's standard these days for any Napa red to be soft, voluptuous and ripely fruity, with creamy tannins and an overlay of smoky oak. This is such a wine. It's very good, although it lacks depth because Cab Franc on its own is rather shallow. —S.H.",,52,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pride Mountain 1999 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-1999-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Pride Mountain
14,White,Australia,"This subtle, delicate wine deftly combines toast and white peach aromas with flavors that include pear, toasted oatmeal and citrus. Goes down almost too easily, the flavors building in intensity on the finish.",Prelude Vineyards,29,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Leeuwin Estate 1999 Prelude Vineyards Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeuwin-estate-1999-prelude-vineyards-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,1999,Leeuwin Estate
,Red,US,"Full and rich, with meaty, black pepper and black raspberry flavors, and very dry, it has a nice balance. Tannins are soft but complex, and the acids provide a crisp balance to the rich fruitiness. —S.H.",French Camp Vineyard,20,89,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Lane Tanner 2000 French Camp Vineyard Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-2000-french-camp-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,2000,Lane Tanner
13.5,Red,Australia,"Starts off pretty oaky, with smoke, cedar and toast dominating the aromatics. Fortunately, with some time in the glass the berry fruit emerges, along with a hint of eucalyptus. Despite firm tannins, the juicy berries shine on the finish, which bodes well for cellaring. —J.C.",Bin 28 Kalimna,24,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1999 Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-bin-28-kalimna-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1999,Penfolds
13.5,Red,Australia,"A hint of eucalyptus on the nose blossoms into a full-blown green streak in the mouth, but it balances nicely with the blueberry and cherry fruit. The '98 Michael is a more restrained, herbal and even claret-style Shiraz than most from Oz, and should age well. Drink 2005–2015.",Michael,49,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1998 Michael Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1998-michael-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1998,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,US,"An incredibly dark wine, bursting with spicy, cherry, Port-like flavors. The fruit is concentrated, sweetly ripe, and layered with pepper and tobacco. —P.G.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Thurston Wolfe
,Red,US,"This rising star winery hits the new millennium with a new label and a very pleasing Merlot that is a big improvement over the '99. This is a gentle, accessible wine with soft cherry fruit, elegant tannins, good length and a Fred Astaire-like agility. Delicious and evocative, it has more staying power than its weight would suggest.",,26,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Three Rivers
14,Red,US,"HereÕs a classic Paso Cabernet, with its ripe, juicy berry and stone fruit flavors, soft, pliant acids, and rich, velvety tannins. Nicely dry, itÕs the sort of wine you can play with in your mouth and discover wave after wave of delicious flavors. ItÕs fun but serious, that rarest of things, a versatile Cabernet.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Pretty-Smith
,White,US,"From the winery's best lots of Riesling, this special selection definitely acquires an extra dimension of flavor beyond the excellent “regular” bottling. Bursting with ripe, juicy fruit, it balances its intense flavors atop a delicate, graceful frame. Best Buy. —P.G.",Special Harvest,10,90,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2001 Special Harvest Johannisberg Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2001-special-harvest-riesling-johannisberg-idaho/,Johannisberg Riesling,2001,Ste. Chapelle
14,Red,Australia,"Now, five years after the harvest, this wine still seems incorrigibly young. It's still very primary, showing lots of blackberry fruit mingled with Nilla Wafer crumbs—like a rich berry-vanilla compote. Hold for another few years, unless you're looking only for primary fruit. —J.C.",Blackwell,25,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 1997 Blackwell Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-1997-blackwell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,St Hallett
,Red,US,"The ripe black raspberry, cherry, tar, chocolate, pepper and spice flavors are a sheer delight, but won't surprise fans of this overlooked varietal who know how fine it can be. In today's fashion, the wine is very soft and plush, with modulated tannins, and drinks like liquid candy. Probably has a long aging profile. —S.H.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1999 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1999-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,St. Clement
,White,US,"Quite lemony, with intriguing mineral, fig, melon and grass tones that are neatly intertwined. Fresh, clean and elegant, the wine sleekly shows the fine pedigree of this snappy variety. —J.M.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ross Vineyards 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Ross Vineyards
,Red,US,"Marries Merlot's dark stone fruit character with an earthier one redolent of mushrooms, violets and an intriguing meaty note. A portion of Cabernet Sauvignon adds blackcurrant aromas. In the mouth, it's really nice, round, supple and lush, with good balance. Dry, tart acids and dusty tannins make it drinkable now.  —S.H.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,White Oak 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,White Oak
,Red,US,"From vines planted in 1937, this grower-turned-vintner family has crafted a first-rate Zin that perfectly reflects its terroir. It's dry, bold and peppery, with brambly fruit that has a wild edge, and lots of alcohol. This value wine will benefit from mid-term aging. —S.H.",Old Vine,14,90,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Watts 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/watts-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1999,Watts
14,Red,Australia,"An excellent wine, but not an outstanding vintage for Grange, the 1997 seems a trifle loose-knit and less “packed” when compared to great vintages in the past. Black plums and blackberries are laced with dried spices and vanilla. Give it some time to knit together and drink from 2005–2015.",Grange,195,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1997 Grange Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1997-grange-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1997,Penfolds
,White,Austria,"Smells nice enough, with rich custardy aromas, freshly baked sweetened piecrust, and peaches and vanilla. It tastes much drier than you'd think, given the opening. Delicate peach and hazelnut flavors are offset by decent, not great, acidity. In fact, if the acids were higher, the wine would be better. —S.H.",Gelber,23,86,Austria,,,Repolusk 2000 Gelber Muskateller (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-2000-gelber-muscat-muskateller/,Muskateller,2000,Repolusk
13.5,Red,Australia,"Combines smoky, slightly acrid aromas with pretty strawberry scents and then piles juicy berries onto the palate. Finishes tart with hints of smoke and wood. For summer grilling at home, this is a pretty good choice. Best Buy.",,7,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2001 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Yellow Tail
,Red,US,"Rough, fruity, and earthy, it has some hot vintage flavors of raisins, and a peppery finish that suggests overripe, pruny grapes. ItÕs a dry wine, with soft acidity and soft tannins. What it has going for it are ripely sweet, sunny fruit and berry flavors that would be nice with barbecue.",,16,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1999 Sangiovese (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1999-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Indian Springs
13,Red,US,"HereÕs a good training wheels Cabernet. It has real varietal character, with blackcurrant aromas and flavors, although theyÕre not concentrated or dense. But this dry, light wine affords plenty of value.",Reserve,7,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Glen Ellen 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Glen Ellen
13.8,Red,US,". Unfortunately, 1998 was not 1997, when this bottling was very good. This vintage is less ripe, and so the wine has some green aromas and flavors, in addition to  blackberry. That makes the tannins stick out more. There's nothing to contain them, but if you pair it with the right, rich foods, it will be just fine. —S.H.",Massara,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1998 Massara Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-massara-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1998,Kenwood
14,Red,Spain,"Overtly, overwhelmingly oaky, a shot at the international style, this red from the hot region of Priorat just doesn't go anywhere beyond the wood. From stem to stern, the coconut-toasty oak renders all other elements subservient to an extent that grape and location are rendered irrelevant. —M.M.",Crianza,46,84,Catalonia,Priorat,,Morlanda 1998 Crianza Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morlanda-1998-crianza-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1998,Morlanda
,Red,US,"From warm country, and tastes like it. The first thing you notice is how soft it is. The ripe berry flavors are accented with some sharp tannins, but itÕs not an ager. ItÕs a simple wine, perfectly serviceable for most occasions.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dark Star 1999 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-star-1999-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,Dark Star
,White,Australia,"Sweet and simple, tastes like that syrup they pack canned peaches in, except of course it has good acidity. Make that super acidity, which is its saving grace. The acids get up under the fruit and push it, saving the wine from being insipid. —S.H.",Y Series,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2000 Y Series Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-y-series-viognier-south-australia-18384/,Viognier,2000,Yalumba
13,Red,Spain,"This wine's smooth, even mouthfeel can't compensate for an odd, cheesy note on the nose and the fact that the dark cherry and bitter chocolate flavors are deeply under wood. Shows some back-end bite, seeming past its best, as if it would have shown better earlier. —M.M.",Reserva,12,83,Levante,Jumilla,,Roquero 1995 Reserva Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquero-1995-reserva-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,1995,Roquero
13,White,Australia,"Soft, sweet and showing its age, it'd be best served colder than normal to accentuate its pineapple fruit and tone down the sweetness.",,9,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Carramar Estate 1999 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carramar-estate-1999-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Carramar Estate
13.5,White,Spain,"The apple, hay and earth aromas and flavors of this Chardonnay from northeastern Spain are in the right range, but lack the liveliness and definition I sought. Medium-weight, it finishes a bit short, a bit dull and uninspired. —M.M.",,12,80,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Bohigas 2000 Chardonnay (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bohigas-2000-chardonnay-catalonia/,Chardonnay,2000,Bohigas
13.5,Red,Italy,"Fantastic modern Chianti! Young but already exuding powerful berry fruit along with loads of cigar box and other attractive spices. The present tense of this wine is all about layered, climbing complexity. Its future is all but ensured, with its tight core, solid wall of tannins and a deep, black cherry finish that lasts a good two minutes.",Riserva,28,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Scopeto 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Borgo Scopeto
,Red,Italy,,Riserva,35,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Dievole 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dievole-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Dievole
,Red,Italy,"At 90% Sangiovese and 10% Merlot, this is a sculpted, perfumed second-vintage red with cranberry as well as cherry fruit and well-integrated oak. What makes this a winner, especially with food, is that the crystalline, racy fruit far outshadows the oak. It's not old-school, but you'd still have to call it a traditional Tuscan wine.",Crognolo,32,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 2000 Crognolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-2000-crognolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Tenuta Sette Ponti
,Red,Italy,"Emilia Nardi, daughter of Silvio Nardi, is doing all the right things at this huge estate, especially with the development of clonal selection and denser planting of the vines. Her 1997 is a modern, new wood-dominated wine, but it also shows beautifully judged ripe fruits and sweet acidity. The overall effect is of great elegance, with good long-term aging potential.",,60,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenute Silvio Nardi 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-silvio-nardi-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenute Silvio Nardi
14,White,France,"Not quite as big as the Bâtard, Latour's Corton-Charlie is the house's flagship (the company owns 10 hectares of the grand cru) and most ageable wine. The 2000 boasts aromas of gunflint, pear, smoked meat and buttered toast. White peaches emerge on the palate, but the primary flavors are of minerals and spice. Finishes with tons of citrus and an almost tannic feel. Give it two or three years to begin to soften.",,90,92,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Louis Latour 2000  Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,Italy,"Modern, polished fruit and new wood flavors blend well in this wine. The fruit is clean, ripe, bright with sweetness and flavors of black cherries. The wine is generous, full and opulent, with softer tannins than many Brunellos. Despite this nod in the direction of an international style, the wine still has the classic Brunello power and potential for aging.",Val di Suga,80,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenimenti Angelini 1997 Val di Suga  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-angelini-1997-val-suga-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenimenti Angelini
12.7,White,France,"Only the least of Dagueneau's wines is under $30, but a darn fine wine it is. Smoke, green herbs, flint and lime aromas and green fern, honeysuckle and powdered quartz flavors make for a complex drink that finishes ultraclean.",En Chailloux,26,91,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Didier Dagueneau 2000 En Chailloux  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/didier-dagueneau-2000-en-chailloux-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Didier Dagueneau
,Red,Italy,"When Donatella Colombini left the family estate of Fattoria dei Barbi, she set up her own production network at Fattoria del Casato. Here she has made an elegant 1997 Brunello, brimming with black tar and cherries, and balanced ripe, sweet tannins and acidity. While it is not powerful, it is smooth, ripe and seductive.",,38,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Donatella Cinelli Colombini 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donatella-cinelli-colombini-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Donatella Cinelli Colombini
,Red,Italy,"At 75% Sangioveto (a particular Sangiovese clone) and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, this beauty really pops both in the nose and in the mouth. It's quite international in style, meaning the Cabernet softens the Sangiovese, yielding a sweet and ripe product that has both character and proper balance. Despite 18 months in oak, the ripe fruit of the '99 vintage remains front and center.",Tinscvil,35,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 1999 Tinscvil Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1999-tinscvil-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Monsanto
,Red,Italy,"The Mazzei family, along with consultant Carlo Ferrini have produced another classic. It is immediately arresting, with aromas of dark chocolate, herbs and new wood. On the palate, it is big, ripe, serious, with black cherry fruits and new wood flavors, combined with acidity and dry tannins.",Riserva,,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Fonterutoli 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-fonterutoli-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Fonterutoli
,Red,Italy,"Hail the first vintage of this international-style blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from a new quality-minded producer near Arezzo. It's deep with saturated blackberry and hints of dried citrus rind and smoked meat. The round, full-bodied, ripe-fruit palate is sure to please fans of big, modern wines.",Oreno,90,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Sette Ponti 1999 Oreno Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sette-ponti-1999-oreno-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Tenuta Sette Ponti
,Red,US,"Darker than the winery's other single-vineyard Pinot, this one shows intense raspberry/loganberry flavors, and some spice and pepper too. There is good concentration in the midpalate, with tart, tangy, tightly-wound fruit and well-integrated tannins. I would prefer a bit more new oak, but even so there is a pleasant toasty bite to the finish.",Croft Vineyard,40,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 1999 Croft Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1999-croft-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,King Estate
13.5,Red,Italy,"With an abundance of deep black-cherry, molasses and leather aromas, this is dynamite in terms of intensity and concentration. In the mouth, it's smooth and stylish, with a tight black-fruit core and a suave finish. Built like a house with a very dark interior; it'll be alive and kicking through 2008.",Pancarta,32,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Poggio Al Mulino 1997 Pancarta Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-mulino-1997-pancarta-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Poggio Al Mulino
,Red,Italy,"A firm, classic upstanding wine, with dry, firm fruit tannins that support generous ripe fruit. Aromas of violets and toasty wood are followed on the palate with flavors of herbs and dark chocolate. The finish is concentrated, firmly dry with a good backbone of rich fruit. Age for at least 10 years before drinking.",,60,91,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Il Poggione
,White,US,"I don't know anyone making better Pinot Gris in Oregon than this premiere property. Rich, ripe, round and sensuous, this lush and textured wine unwraps its ripe fruit in layers of pear/apricot flavor, enhanced with bright spice and finished with flavors of vanilla cream.",,20,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,WillaKenzie Estate 2001 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2001,WillaKenzie Estate
13.9,Red,New Zealand,"This blend of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc is ambitiously priced, but the quality is in the bottle. Next time you need a ringer for a right-bank Bordeaux tasting, here's a perfect candidate. Dried spices and a smooth, rich texture are the only hallmarks left from two years of barrel aging—the mocha and black cherry fruit is rich and luscious, developing tobacco nuances on the moderately tannic finish. Drink now and over the next 10 years.",Maestro,52,92,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 1998 Maestro Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-1998-maestro-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-waipara/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Pegasus Bay
,Red,Italy,"Sandro Chia's winery is known not only for its reliable and enjoyable wines, but also for the art series labels—work from his New York and Montalcino studios—for each vintage. In 1997, the estate has produced an intense wine, skillfully managing the sweet wood and rich, dark and concentrated fruit. The wine will age well—coming to maturity in 10 years or more—but will surely be drinkable in five.",,55,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Romitorio 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello Romitorio
,Red,Italy,"Featuring Cabernet, Sangiovese, and Merlot, this New World red is big and powerful, with beautiful aromas of berry fruit, smoke, orange rind and spice. The mouth is fully enveloping and downright delicious. It finishes with a blast of black coffee and toast. Big-boned and aggressive, but still fairly friendly. Drink now or hold for up to six years.",Tassinaia,55,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 1998 Tassinaia Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-1998-tassinaia-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello del Terriccio
,White,US,"In ‘99 Adelsheim bottled two separate clonal selections; this year they have elected to combine the two. This lovely, young wine, with very ripe, tight fruit, is already showing a bit more peach, apricot and tropical scents than the previous vintage. This is a concentrated, complex and powerful style, which harnesses the oak rather than being driven by it. Delicious and exceptionally long.",Stoller Vineyard,30,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Adelsheim 2000 Stoller Vineyard Chardonnay (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2000-stoller-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Adelsheim
,Red,Italy,"The large 246-acre estate is owned by Countess Noemi Cinzano, of the vermouth family. With Giacomo Tachis as consultant, the vineyard has produced a powerful, rich wine that combines dryness, bitter fruits and dark tannins with generous tarry, super-ripe fruit that promises to come through and dominate as the wine ages. Drink after 7–8 years.",,56,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Argiano 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-argiano-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenuta di Argiano
,Red,Italy,"A smooth, polished performance from this 100-acre estate. The 1997 is modern in style, exhibiting huge but not too-dominant wood aromas and flavors, balancing with sweet, ripe berry fruit and black cherry jam. This is a wine that should be accessible young in four or five years, but should certainly age well over the following 10 or more.",,65,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Caparzo 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-caparzo-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenuta Caparzo
14,White,France,"Not for the fainthearted, this is a huge, mouthfilling wine bursting with yellow plum, hazelnut and peach aromas, and accented by smoke, butter and toast. Yet for all its size, it manages to marry that power with a sense of mineral elegance. Drink now–2010.",,220,92,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2000  Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chardonnay-batard-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,White,US,"This reserve shows nice lime/citrus scents, hints of honey and a bit of sandalwood, which is quite interesting. It's an elegant, lightly spicy, complex and subtle wine, with delicious nuances and a dancer's balance.",Reserve,25,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1999-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Ponzi
,Red,Italy,"The Mariani family has produced a hugely concentrated, wood-dominated wine with powerful smoky aromas and concentrated black, ripe, chunky fruit. It's heavy on the berries, both in the rustic, brambly nose and on the deep, tight, classy palate. Toasty flavors come through the fruit, but these will soften and blend in with aging. Unlike many Brunellos, this one is drinkable right now, but could be cellared for 10 years or more.",,59,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello Banfi
13,Red,Italy,"A classically powerful Riserva from Antinori, produced from the three family estates at Tignanello, Pèppoli and Badia a Passignano. Aromas of violets and cherries are followed by tobacco and spice flavors from the wood, as well as concentrated black fruits. Rich and full-bodied, it should age well over the next 10 years.",Tenuta Marchese Antinori Riserva,23,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antinori 1998 Tenuta Marchese Antinori Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1998-tenuta-marchese-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Antinori
,Red,Italy,"Antonio Mastrojanni has made a classic, old-style Brunello. There is a chunky solidity to the wine, with black, tarry fruit over toasty, but not new wood, flavors. It is firm, robust and, at this stage, still very dry from fruit tannins. Like many Mastrojanni vintages, it needs time—in this case, at least 10 years.",,60,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Mastrojanni 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastrojanni-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Mastrojanni
,Red,Italy,"The work of award-winning winemaker Renzo Cotarella shows through in this wine's modern, bright purple color, its new wood and ripe fruit aromas and in the juicy blackberry and berry fruit flavors. Yet it is certainly not just modern glitz: Lurking behind is the real heart of a tough, ageworthy, tannic Brunello, which promises a good 10 years at least before being ready to drink.",Pian Delle Vigne,70,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Antinori 1997 Pian Delle Vigne  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1997-pian-delle-vigne-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Antinori
,Red,Italy,"Little changes at Biondi-Santi. The tannins on this huge 1997 are dense, almost impenetrable. The flavors are of cherry, tobacco, old wood and solid, black fruits. The aftertaste is all tannin at this stage. Despite this rigorous adherence to tradition, the 1997 seems a touch less overwhelming than previous vintages of this classic wine. Nevertheless, age for at least 15 years before drinking.",Il Greppo,120,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Biondi Santi 1997 Il Greppo  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-santi-1997-il-greppo-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Biondi Santi
,Red,Italy,"The land from which this wine comes was once owned by the Biondi-Santi family. It forms part of an 18-acre estate belonging to Sergio Rossi. It is a stunning wine, with a sense of fine poise combined with solid tannins and firm, ripe fruit. At the back of the palate is a lingering flavor ofviolets and sweet herbs. Drink from 2005; the wine should age well.",,55,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,La Gerla
13.5,Red,Italy,"The label reads Chianti, but this is more about deep, driving black fruit than typically racy Sangiovese. It kicks off with the purest scent of smashed berries, and then offers up a supercharged black-cherry-laden palate with far more hedonistic weight than starching acids. The wine finishes with power and warmth.",Misciano - Riserva,35,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Scopeto 1998 Misciano - Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-1998-misciano-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Borgo Scopeto
13,Red,Italy,"This nuovo mondo Super Tuscan represents the first vintage of Borgo Scopeto under the management of Tenuta Caparzo, and it has a tremendous jammy, extracted quality to it, from the smooth, deep plum and blackberry nose to the soft, rich palate that exudes tons of black cherry fruit along with coffee and licorice. It's a mix of 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Syrah, and everything is working in unison.",Borgonero,35,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Borgo Scopeto 1998 Borgonero Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-1998-borgonero-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Borgo Scopeto
,Red,Italy,"A Type-A wine if ever there was one. It's high-voltage Cabernet, with just a touch of Merlot, and it's layered with cassis, buttery oak, and some toast. The mouthfeel is full but elegant, with mint and clove nuances poking through to impact the bold currant-laden palate. A smooth, well-oaked, persistent finish is the encore. Can easily be aged for a decade.",Lupicaia,90,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 1998 Lupicaia Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-1998-lupicaia-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Castello del Terriccio
,Red,Italy,"Sesta is one of the wines coming out of Montalcino that manages to combine the old-world power and tannin of Brunello with top-quality fruit flavors. It is firm and concentrated, showing dry tannins that go right through the palate. At the same time, there is delicious ripe, violet-flavored fruit and balancing acidity. Drink after 10 years.",,45,94,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta di Sesta 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-sesta-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenuta di Sesta
,Red,Italy,"Fast becoming one of the world's top luxury cuvées, this blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and 10% Syrah is a complex amalgam of dry, classy fruit, herbal notes, smoked meat, black pepper and baking spices. Its calling card is its perfect body weight. It isn't heavy or jammy, but it manages to offer tons of stuffing and a graceful finish loaded with the essences of cola, coffee and chocolate. If possible, it should be cellared for several more years.",Guado Al Tasso,80,95,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Antinori 1999 Guado Al Tasso  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1999-guado-al-tasso-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1999,Antinori
,Red,Italy,"Riccardo Talenti, grandson of Pierluigi Talenti, the grand old man of Montalcino, currently makes one of the finest Brunellos with the help of consultant Carlo Ferrini. They are now using new wood for aging, and the extra layer of richness this brings is apparent in the comparative accessibility of this wine. Yet it is also huge, with classic tannins and intense, concentrated flavors of sweet blackberry jelly.",,,95,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Talenti 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talenti-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Talenti
,Red,US,"This is the best Pinot Noir yet from the Drouhin estate; immensely concentrated and rich. The fruit is complex and penetrating, focused and long, layered throughout a generous and extended finish. Cherries and chocolate linger on the palate, resonating long after the wine has been swallowed.",Louise Drouhin,45,95,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Drouhin 1999 Louise Drouhin Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-1999-louise-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Drouhin
,Red,Italy,"Hailing from the town of Suvereto in the southern Maremma, this sophomore Cabernet-Merlot blend from the same owner as Bellavista and Contadi Castaldi in Franciacorta is flat-out awesome. One whiff of the bouquet says it all: earth, currant, blackberry and coffee. The palate is equally sensational—a magic carpet ride of plum fruit, pure oak and solid but forgiving tannins. Drink and enjoy any time through 2006.",Riserva,50,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Petra 1998 Riserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petra-1998-riserva-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Petra
,Red,Italy,"Spicy and full of cassis, tobacco and coffee aromas. Texture and mouthfeel are what this wine is all about; it is plush like velvet carpet. Deep, satisfying flavors of plum, black currant and vanilla lead into an ultrasmooth finish that is clean as a hospital emergency room.",Ornellaia,125,96,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 1999 Ornellaia  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-1999-ornellaia-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1999,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
13.5,White,Australia,"The moral of this story? Drink your tropical fruit-and-oak Chards young, before the fruit disappears, leaving nothing but the hollow shell of an empty barrel.",,14,80,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1999 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,1999,Tatachilla
13,Red,US,"This charmless wine brings back memories of those old reds that suffered from Òthe veggies,Ó aromas and flavors of canned vegetables that come from unripe grapes. With its flabby structure, thereÕs not a whole lot to recommend this barely acceptable wine.",,10,80,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Château Julien
13,Red,Spain,What slight dark cherry fruit there is in this light '97 is submerged under the oak. It's a bit brown at the edges and overwooded. —M.M.,Antaño Crianza,10,80,Northern Spain,Rioja,,J. Garcia Carrion 1997 Antaño Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-1997-antano-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1997,J. Garcia Carrion
11,White,Spain,"Very light, even thin, this white lacks the stuffing sought in a simple quaffing white. There are no overtly off-putting elements here, there's just not much here at all. —M.M.",Mediterranean White,6,80,Catalonia,Catalonia,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean White White (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-white-catalonia/,White Blend,,René Barbier
13,White,Australia,"This is what happens to old Chards made with tropical fruit and lots of oak—the fruit fades away, leaving nothing but caramel and butterscotch flavors, hollow at the core.",Ashbourne Vineyard,18,81,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Lowe 1997 Ashbourne Vineyard Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lowe-1997-ashbourne-vineyard-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Lowe
12.5,Red,Spain,,Montesierra Tinto,7,81,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodegas Pirineos 1999 Montesierra Tinto Red (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-pirineos-1999-montesierra-tinto-red-somontano/,Red Blend,1999,Bodegas Pirineos
11.5,White,Spain,"Positive, bright citrus elements in this Albariño are marred by uncomplimentary mushroom and sour hay notes. Though the mouthfeel is even, and one can detect the crispness behind, the odd qualities depress the flavor profile. —M.M.",,12,81,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Vionta 2000 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vionta-2000-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2000,Vionta
13.9,Red,Australia,"A disappointing effort from this normally reliable winery. There's some dark earth and fruit but it's hard to get at under a veil of charred oak, cellar dirt and alcohol. The finish tastes of coffee grounds. The mouthfeel is fine, the flavors just don't come together. —J.C.",Church Block,20,81,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 1999 Church Block Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-1999-church-block-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,1999,Wirra Wirra
12,Red,Australia,"This lightweight wine seems prematurely aged, with aromas and flavors of damp earth and cremini mushrooms. —J.C.",,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Diamond Ridge 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diamond-ridge-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Diamond Ridge
,Red,US,"A disagreeable wine. ThereÕs a medicinal quality in the aroma that suggests plastic bandages, and the flavors are thin, sharp and acidic. ItÕs impossible to separate your impression of the wine from the price. ItÕs a rip off.",Reserve,30,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Bargetto 1998 Reserve Merlot (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-1998-reserve-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Merlot,1998,Bargetto
12,White,US,"A bit weedy and tart, with hints of hazelnut and vanilla up front. Some attractive pear and apple notes are in evidence, however, while the finish is moderate.",Gold Coast Reserve,14,81,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Old Brookville 2000 Gold Coast Reserve Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/old-brookville-2000-gold-coast-reserve-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,2000,Old Brookville
12,White,Spain,"Clearly labeled as a medium-sweet wine, this wine's rather dry bouquet gives no hint of the soft, cloying palate to follow. This sweetness is more than medium to this taster, but it could be just the thing for guests who find normally dry wines puckery. —M.M.",Satinela - Medium Sweet,7,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2000 Satinela - Medium Sweet White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2000-satinela-medium-sweet-white-rioja/,White Blend,2000,Marqués de Cáceres
14.1,White,US,"Lots of well-toasted oak, brimming with vanilla, covers some awkward fruit. The oak doesnÕt taste natural, but like chips, or liquid smoke. The fruit is citrusy, although the wine does drink dry. The result is an odd, disagreeable drink.",,16,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 1999 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1999,Pretty-Smith
,Red,Spain,"This medium-weight red's berry fruit and saddle leather accents can't rise above a tart, even sour, herb-vegetal note that appears early and remains throughout. Shows modest tannins and a little length on the back end, but the odd note prevails. —M.M.",,7,81,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Montesierra 1999 Tinta de Toro (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montesierra-1999-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-somontano/,Tinta de Toro,1999,Montesierra
,White,Australia,"Despite a full, rich texture and mouthfeel and aromas of lime and pear, the flavors contain a vegetal element of canned peas.",,18,81,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 2000 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-2000-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Coldstream Hills
,Red,US,"Smells hot and rubbery,  cherry cola-like and syrupy, not a good sign. In the mouth, it's awkwardly sweet and gluey, with the flavor of sweetened rose hip tea, and fairly hefty tannins. Not going anywhere. —S.H.",,13,82,California,South Coast,South Coast,Thornton 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Thornton
14.1,Red,US,"A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Pinot Noir that is profoundly overpriced. ItÕs soft and flabby, with dry, indeterminate berry  and cardboard aromas and flavors. Goes through the mouth with little body and little finish except heat.",Rhapsody in Red,50,82,California,California Other,California,Hunt Cellars 1997 Rhapsody in Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1997-rhapsody-in-red-other/,Red Blend,1997,Hunt Cellars
,White,US,"Pricey for the variety, especially considering the quality, which is not high. Smells and tastes vegetal, with traces of asparagus, oregano and mint, and a weird sweetness on the finish. —S.H.",,22,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Peju
,Red,US,"Has its work cut out for it. Fundamentally a one-dimensional, country-style wine, it's clean and soft, with earthy, berry flavors, and dry tannins. Would benefit from extra depth, complexity and concentration. —S.H.",Estate De Cascabel Vineyard,18,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Oakstone 1999 Estate De Cascabel Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakstone-1999-estate-cascabel-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Oakstone
,Red,US,"Curiously lean, given the fine vintage. It's filled with green, stalky aromas and flavors. The palate wants to find some ripe berries and discovers only tart acids and austerity. There's some hidden fruit that would come out with the right foods, but on its own it's one dimensional. —S.H.",,16,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Single Leaf 1999 Cabernet Franc (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/single-leaf-1999-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Single Leaf
14.1,Rose,US,"Pretty cherry aromas are forward in this simple, bracing wine. Finishes moderately with a slightly tart, tannic and tangy edge.",Vin Gris,15,82,California,California Other,California,Spencer Roloson 2000 Vin Gris Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-2000-vin-gris-rose-other/,Rosé,2000,Spencer Roloson
13.6,Red,Australia,"How can a Barossa Shiraz be so green? Its flavors are herbal to the point of being close to cabbage or green bean, with just enough high-toned cherry fruit to be acceptable. —J.C.",Sinner's,23,82,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yunbar 2000 Sinner's Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunbar-2000-sinners-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Yunbar
13,White,US,"Pretty standard stuff here, with thin, watery aromas that carry only faint traces of wood and apples, and watery flavors. It's clean, but hot from alcohol, with high acidity. —S.H.",B,13,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bouchaine 1999 B Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-1999-b-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Bouchaine
12.5,Red,US,"This awkward wine is youthful and sharp, with a cut of green aromas and flavors. ThereÕs some jammy fruit and the body is very light and silky. Beaujolais is supposed to be fresh but this wine is simply tart and acidic.",Proprietor's Reserve,,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Glen Ellen 2000 Proprietor's Reserve Gamay (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2000-proprietors-reserve-gamay-sonoma/,Gamay,2000,Glen Ellen
14,Red,Australia,"A sturdy wine, sporting plenty of roasted cherries and caramel on a medium-weight frame. Turns strongly sour on the finish, where the flavor of charcoal dust also intrudes. —J.C.",Old Winery,15,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2000 Old Winery Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2000-old-winery-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2000,Tyrrell's
,Red,US,"Fruity, dusty and earthy aromas are gentle, clean and inviting. But the wine turns syrupy and saccharine-sweet, and soft and flabby to boot. You wonder what you could possibly pair this with at the table. A Rhône-style blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre, Syrah and Cinsault. —S.H.",Cote Red,,82,California,South Coast,South Coast,Thornton 1999 Cote Red Red (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1999-cote-red-south-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Thornton
,White,US,"Kind of bizarre, because there are baked custard and sweetened espresso and honeyed spice aromas, and then it turns unnaturally sweet on the palate. It's also flat, with an odd, medicinal aftertaste. Most Sémillons don't have these particular features. —S.H.",,18,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 2000 Sémillon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-2000-semillon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Sémillon,2000,Lava Cap
12.5,Red,Spain,"Striving for complexity with plenty of cedary, toasty wood over cherry fruit, this Castilian Tempranillo–Cabernet blend aims high. It falls short of its aspirations, turning lean and somewhat astringent as green tobacco, herb and puckery, tart red fruit flavors take over. Finishes short and slightly raspy.",Solaz,7,82,Central Spain,Tierra de Castilla,,Osborne 1999 Solaz Red (Tierra de Castilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-1999-solaz-tempranillo-blend-tierra-castilla/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Osborne
,White,Austria,"Vaguely Chardonnay-like, with peppery, peach aromas and flavors, bone dry, and a creamy mouthfeel. Not a lot of complexity, it's a country-style wine, with no flaws but kind of obvious. —S.H.",Weissburgunder,23,83,Austria,,,Repolusk 2000 Weissburgunder White (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-2000-weissburgunder-white/,White Blend,2000,Repolusk
13.8,Red,US,"Sappy, grapey fruit is joined by strong herbal overtones reminiscent of dried oregano and parsley. While some panelists felt it had potential to develop over the next couple of years, others dismissed it for saline aromas that they termed “fishy.”",Nebula,22,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Nebula Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-nebula-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Midnight
13,Red,US,"Ripe and jammy sipping is what youÕll get in this simple, fruity wine. ItÕs not very varietal, but filled with all sorts of berry and fruit flavors in a soft texture. ItÕs dry enough to maintain balance.",Reserve,7,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 1999 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-1999-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Glen Ellen
,Red,US,"Reserve it may be, but it is a thin wine nonetheless, with hard, green flavors and a stemmy, tannic finish. —P.G.  Sangiovese",Reserve,18,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 2000 Reserve Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2000-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,Hyatt
,Red,US,"A new, Aussie-style line from K-J, a series of varietal blends. This wine is a little too stewed and overripe, with raisiny, pruny aromas and flavors. The finish is a bit jammy and treacly, but it's not a bad casual sipper. —S.H.",Collage,9,83,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Collage Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-collage-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2000,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"There are some Chard elements in this rustic, countrified wine. The apple and peach flavors, with oaky vanilla overtones, are familiar. But itÕs a rough wine, with some odd, vegetal qualities. Satisfactory, if youÕre not very fussy.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Woodbridge
14.6,Red,Australia,"If there's nothing special to recommend here, there's also nothing awry. Leather and earth join modest tart berry flavors. Finishes dry and tough; it's an austere wine that probably needs food to come alive. —J.C.",Bobbie Burns,20,83,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells 1998 Bobbie Burns Shiraz (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-1998-bobbie-burns-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-rutherglen/,Shiraz,1998,Campbells
12.7,White,US,"Fruity, clean, and on the sweet side, this is an everyday quaffer whose sugary flavors are just fine for a sunny afternoon with ripe peaches or apricots. ItÕs Cailfornia soft, a country style wine that will appeal to those who find some whites tart or sour.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 2000 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Forest Glen
,Red,Australia,"A light, smooth quaffer that'll get you through the summer, this blend of 71% Shiraz and 29% Cabernet Sauvignon boasts aromas and flavors of charcoal-grilled black cherries tinged with chocolate. —J.C.",,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2000 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2000-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Jacob's Creek
12.7,Red,Australia,"Smells dry and dusty, like a midwestern country lane in August. The fruit comes through in the mouth, filling it with bright red berries and cherries, while touches of ground black pepper and vanilla oak show up on the finish. —J.C.",Thomas,22,83,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Macquariedale 1999 Thomas Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macquariedale-1999-thomas-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Macquariedale
,Red,Australia,"This is a bigger, more forceful wine than its Lindemans stablemate, but not quite as charming. The flavors are earthy and dark, featuring hints of cola and root beer. Finishes with drying tannins. —J.C.",Diamond Label,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Diamond Label Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-diamond-label-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,2001,Rosemount
13,White,Spain,"Loads of oak over golden apple fruit and mild tropical notes make this a New World wannabe. It's medium weight but overblown, and the flavors are fundamentally out of balance. Still, there are some folks who just want a little fruit with their oak. —M.M.",Seleccion,14,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,René Barbier 1999 Seleccion Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-1999-seleccion-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,1999,René Barbier
,Dessert,US,"Smells hot and sugary and plummy, like an overheated saute of fruit jam. The flavors are of sweet berries and alcohol. Unbalanced despite the richness, it combines hot, awkward flavors with richer, softer ones.",Limited Edition Late Harvest,,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Limited Edition Late Harvest Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-limited-edition-late-harvest-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
13,Red,US,"Clumsy, combining plummy, tarry notes with earthy, mushroomy ones. ItÕs fairly dry, with very soft acids and a viscous mouthfeel, like cough medicine. Not a poorly made wine, but simple, and with rough edges.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1999,Château Julien
11,White,Spain,"Very pale in color, this widely available Spanish white opens with a melon-lime and slightly floral bouquet. Citrus accents appear on the light- to medium-weight palate, but the floral note turns faintly candied, too. Finishes a bit short, with a little bite. Drink now. —M.M.",Viña Sol,11,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2000 Viña Sol Paralleda (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2000-vina-sol-spanish-white-paralleda-penedes/,Paralleda,2000,Torres
,Red,US,"Actually from the Chiles Valley section of Napa, this wine begins with vegetal aromas and turns rough in the mouth. YouÕll find some berry flavors swathed in tannins. The overall impression is rustic and ordinary. ItÕs just not good enough for the price.",Maripose,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,White Oak 1999 Maripose Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-1999-maripose-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,White Oak
14,Red,Australia,"This wine seemed better a vintage or two ago. Fortunately, it's still a nice easy-drinking Shiraz with grape and blackberry fruit, some dried spices and a hint of black pepper. —J.C.",,17,83,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Greg Norman Estates 1999 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,1999,Greg Norman Estates
,Red,US,"Simple, with berry flavors and low acids and tannins. The finish picks up a bit of sweet fruit. ItÕs tricky making a good Bordeaux blend in a warm climate. The danger is that, despite the best efforts, the wine will be flat and one-dimensional.",Ricordati,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dark Star 1999 Ricordati Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-star-1999-ricordati-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Dark Star
,Red,US,"Ripe enough grapes, filled with blueberry and black raspberry and pepper flavors, and on the smooth and mellow side. That said, there's a rustic quality, jagged and earthy, and a hint of bitterness in the finish that detracts. —S.H.",,15,83,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Château Rodin 1999 Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rodin-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1999,Château Rodin
,Red,Italy,"Mostly Sangiovese, with a touch of Cabernet Sauvignon, this “mini” Tuscan blends fruit from Chianti and Scansano in a spicy, lightweight red. Leather and chocolate accent the juicy finish.  White Wine",Remole,9,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi 2000 Remole Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-frescobaldi-2000-remole-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Marchesi de' Frescobaldi
,White,US,"Call it country style, or rustic. It has some ripe peach and citrus flavors and drinks dryish, with a simple texture marked by adequate acidity. A perfectly decent quaffer at a perfectly acceptable price for the quality.",,10,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 2000 Sémillon (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-2000-semillon-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Sémillon,2000,Indian Springs
14,Red,US,"Asian spice notes grace modest black cherry and herb flavors in this lightweight offering from the Sierras. Finishes short, with some charred-wood notes.",,18,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chatom
12.5,Red,Spain,"Straightforward Tempranillo aromas and flavors mark this light red. The dry berry-cherry fruit is offset by smoke, leather and rosemary notes. It's slightly and typically on the astringent side, but turns a bit raspy on the modest finish. —M.M.",Antaño,7,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,J. Garcia Carrion 2000 Antaño  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-garcia-carrion-2000-antano-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,2000,J. Garcia Carrion
13.5,White,US,"Sweet and candied, this sipper is like dessert in a bottle. The citrus flavors suggest tartness, but a high degree of residual sugar makes it soft and honeyed.",Vintner's Reserve,9,83,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"Rare are the places that Cabernet Franc produces a distinctive wine. In fact, no savory Russian River Valley examples come to mind. This wine suggests the difficulties. Very tannic and raw, highly acidic, and although it's dark in color, lacking fruity extract. Nor is it a wine to age. It's barren now, and not going anywhere. —S.H.",Salzgeber Vineyard,24,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,McIlroy 1999 Salzgeber Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcilroy-1999-salzgeber-vineyard-cabernet-franc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,McIlroy
,Red,US,"Earthy, herbal aromas veer into cardboard, and a distinct waft of raw green peppercorn. The grapes didn't fully ripen. But the wine is dry, tart and clean and there's a certain food friendliness. Try it with stews or barbecue and you might discover hidden charms. —S.H.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2000 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Stonehedge
13.5,Red,Australia,"Simple, sweet-tasting and slightly candied, this bouncy drink is best served slightly chilled. Think of it as an introduction to wine—something to explore after white Zinfandel. —J.C.",Grenache-Shiraz,9,83,Australia Other,Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Grenache-Shiraz Red (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-grenache-shiraz-red-other/,Red Blend,2001,Rosemount
12.5,Red,Spain,"Shows some nice red berry fruit with tobacco and white pepper accents, but a negative note between green pepper and sour cream distracts and detracts considerably. A tasty wine with nice feel and decent length upon opening, it disappointingly goes downhill as the off-putting element ascends. —M.M.",Mas D'Aranyó Riserva,15,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,Segura Viudas 1997 Mas D'Aranyó Riserva Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-1997-mas-daranyo-riserva-tempranillo-penedes/,Tempranillo,1997,Segura Viudas
,White,US,"This wine starts off well, with a pretty nose and fruit that shows nice ripeness. But once in the mouth all the fruit seems to disappear, and the wine falls flat.",,8,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tucker 2001 Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tucker-2001-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2001,Tucker
,White,US,"This is a whole different critter than the winery's quaffable '99. It is tart and resiny, with a strong scent of licorice. The rustic flavors are earthy and rough, with a bitter, alcoholic finish.",,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 2000 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2000,Hyatt
,White,US,"Opens with earthy-honeyed scents, and turns tart, austere and grapefruity in the mouth, with bright acidity. If you're looking for a lush, exotic Viognier, this isn't it.  —S.H.",,13,84,California,South Coast,South Coast,Thornton 2000 Viognier (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-2000-viognier-south-coast/,Viognier,2000,Thornton
,White,Austria,"Smells terrific, even brilliant, with vibrant aromas of lemon-and-lime, vanilla and smoke, but there's an odd flavor that doesn't seem right, suggesting tapioca. If you can get past that, the enormous acidity is very cleansing. —S.H.",Morillon,25,84,Austria,,,Repolusk 2000 Morillon Chardonnay (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-2000-morillon-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2000,Repolusk
,White,US,"Very dry and slightly musty, the fruit tastes lightly of apple and citrus, but the wine already seems to be heading over a cliff. —P.G.",,10,84,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 1999 Chardonnay (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-1999-chardonnay-idaho/,Chardonnay,1999,Ste. Chapelle
13,White,Spain,"Smoothly textured with a hint of viscosity, this shows typical apple and hay flavors. Consistent from nose to close, there's nothing wrong here, but it lacks the liveliness a vibrant young Verdejo can show. Drink now. —M.M.",Rueda Superior,13,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Martinsancho 2000 Rueda Superior Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinsancho-2000-rueda-superior-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2000,Martinsancho
,Red,Italy,"This much touted blend of Sangiovese and Merlot from Robert Mondavi and the Frescobaldi winery is expensive and uninteresting. You can tell what theyÕre striving for, a complex wine of early drinkability, but itÕs merely simple. and the best French oak doesnÕt improve it. ItÕs not bad, just dull, and it wonÕt age.",,75,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Luce 1998 Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luce-1998-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1998,Luce
14.5,Red,US,"Smells rustic, with dried herb aromas, like sage and oregano although there are some pretty blueberry and black cherry flavors. There's also a tart, acidic streak that persists into the finish, and it's very dry. A Rhône-style blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre and Counoise. —S.H.",Heritage Cuvee,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Curtis 1999 Heritage Cuvee Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-1999-heritage-cuvee-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Curtis
,Red,US,"An oddly vegetal wine, considering the appellation and vintage, it has aromas of bell peppers, and similar herbaceous flavors. On the other hand, itÕs very soft and finely textured. Not going anywhere, so drink now.",Meeker,22,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dark Star 1999 Meeker Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-star-1999-meeker-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Dark Star
,Red,Italy,"It's tough to find good inexpensive Sangiovese, but this one fits the bill. Plum and black cherry aromas and flavors are followed by a somewhat hard, unyielding green-tobacco finish that's sure to cut through the mozzarella at your favorite pizza joint.",,11,84,Central Italy,Marche,,Danzante 2000 Sangiovese (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danzante-2000-sangiovese-marche/,Sangiovese,2000,Danzante
,Red,Italy,"This textbook entry-level Merlot combines plum, mocha and herb shadings in a soft, almost sweet-tasting wine that's sure to be poured by the glass at innumerable restaurants nationwide. There's just enough tannin on the finish to give it the strength to pair with red meats.",,11,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Danzante 2000 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danzante-2000-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,2000,Danzante
,Red,US,"Fruity and accessible, it combines wild berry notes with earthy, herbal ones and a meaty, leathery streak. It's dry, with negotiable tannins. Turns sharp and a little green on the finish. —S.H.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1998 Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1998-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Buttonwood Farm
,Red,US,"Unmistakably Zin, with its brambly, wild berry character. ThereÕs not a whole lot of depth, but the fruity, earthy flavors are pleasant, and itÕs nicely dry, with soft tannins and acids. At this price, itÕs a bargain for picnics and outdoor barbecues.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1999 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1999-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Woodbridge
,Red,US,"Generic red wine, with indistinct although ripe berry fruit, smooth tannins and bright acidity. Drinks rough at the edges, and is very dry, yet clean. —S.H.",,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1999 Mourvèdre (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1999-mourvedre-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Mourvèdre,1999,Perry Creek
,Red,US,"Captures Syrah's wild and woolly side, with jammy, wild berry flavors that taste fresh from the fermenter. The acidity is sharp, almost green, and there are stemmy, chlorophyll notes. From 3-year- old vines. Shows promise, but the vines need age, and the wine needs tweaking. —S.H.",Hollander Vineyard,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Amador Foothill Winery 2000 Hollander Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2000-hollander-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,2000,Amador Foothill Winery
12.5,Red,Australia,"The initially effusive nose of strawberries and caramel quiets rather quickly, replaced by cola and tree bark. There's more of the same in the mouth, finishing with a stemmy note. —J.C.",Bin 99,9,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 2001 Bin 99 Pinot Noir (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2001-bin-99-pinot-noir-south/,Pinot Noir,2001,Lindemans
13,Red,Australia,"Grapey and sappy, with almost candied cherry fruit, this is a young wine made to be consumed young. Try chilling it to give the cherry and chocolate flavors greater focus and quaff it with burgers this summer. —J.C.",Bin 50,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2001 Bin 50 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2001-bin-50-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Lindemans
13.7,Red,US,"There are earthy, coffee and berry aromas, and generic berry flavors. The wine is extremely dry, although a bit soft. It's not identifiably Syrah. It could be anything. The winemaker added some Riesling to lift it up. The finish is austere and alcoholic.  —S.H.",Winemaker's Collection,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1999 Winemaker's Collection Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1999-winemakers-collection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1999,Jekel
14.5,Red,Australia,"A 70-30 blend, this wine shows loads of cherry fruit that's surprisingly tart given the wine's loose-knit nature. Finishes with a warm alcoholic glow and hints of damp earth, cinnamon, clove and eucalyptus. —J.C.",Grenache/Shiraz,15,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 2000 Grenache/Shiraz Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-grenache-shiraz-red-mclaren-vale/,Red Blend,2000,Tatachilla
,White,US,"Here's a simple little wine that makes for pleasant drinking at an affordable price. It's lemony and dry and soft in acids, but it is very clean and is fine for fried chicken, fruit salad and other picnic-type fare. —S.H.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Stonehedge
13,White,Spain,"Apple, hay and lots of toasty oak yield a very butterscotchy wine. But the oak keeps coming on, burying all else and rendering the wine ponderous. Xarello, a lighter white usually used in Cava blends, could perhaps yield an interesting still wine with mainstream appeal using less wood.",Creu de Lavit,15,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Segura Viudas 2000 Creu de Lavit Xarel-lo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-2000-creu-lavit-spanish-white-xarel-lo-penedes/,Xarel-lo,2000,Segura Viudas
13,Red,Australia,"Seems slightly hollow, and finishes with some coarse oak, but the fruit flavors of cherries and yellow-fleshed red plums are pretty and accented by a hint of smoke. Quaffable. —J.C.",Old Vine,18,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 2000 Old Vine Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2000-old-vine-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,2000,Simon Hackett
,Red,Spain,"A touch of brown at the edge and an plummy, woody nose open this middleweight contender. Nicely balanced, the mouthfeel is even, but the wood is overbearing on the palate and finish. The texture is right on, but the fruit fights for presence against the oak. —M.M.",Reserva,16,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Arienzo 1996 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-arienzo-1996-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Marques de Arienzo
,Red,US,"Takes the soft, supple approach to this varietal, with pleasant berry flavors, very low acidity and barely any tannins, and a dry, bitter finish. ItÕs a one-dimensional wine that really needs foods to show best.",Blood of Jupitor,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Phoenix 1999 Blood of Jupitor Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phoenix-1999-blood-jupitor-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Phoenix
12.5,Red,Spain,"An attempt at a more “serious” style, this wine goes overboard on the oak, burying the plum, prune and dried berry fruit. Medium- to full-bodied and even, it closes with mouth-puckering woody tannins. Those more oak-tolerant will find much more to like here. —M.M.",Los Trezones,9,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Condesa de Leganza 1998 Los Trezones Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condesa-leganza-1998-los-trezones-tempranillo-mancha/,Tempranillo,1998,Condesa de Leganza
13,Red,Australia,"With its restrained fruit, this wine is more food accompaniment than stand-alone quaff. The smoky, weedy aromas and flavors positively demand a juicy burger to bring out the underlying cassis and tobacco. —J.C.",,11,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Jacob's Creek
13.5,White,US,"Begins with light aromas of citrus blossom and honey, and the flavors are light and citrusy. ItÕs pretty sweet, with noticeable residual sugar, but thereÕs enough crispness to balance.",Reserve,,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Glen Ellen 2000 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Glen Ellen
13,White,US,"Smells fresh and lemony, with accents of smoke and butter. You also get sweetish lemon flavors, with a real attack of acidity. The wine is a little spritzy, which isnÕt all that bad, although it may be better as an aperitif than a food wine.",,16,84,California,California Other,California,Bargetto 2000 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Bargetto
12.6,White,Spain,"The orange, apple and hay notes here taste slightly mature, but have character and appeal. Medium weight, with a faintly viscous feel, the wine finishes dry and smooth. Verdejo generally shows better younger and brisker, but this is still good current drinking. —M.M.",,9,84,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Bodegas Cerrosol 2000 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-cerrosal-2000-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2000,Bodegas Cerrosol
12.5,Red,Spain,"The inviting nose of this mature red blends berry, vanillin oak, sweet cream, wood and tobacco. But the wine never fully delivers on the front-end promise, as oak sits heavily on the berry-plum fruit, giving it a smooth but rather leaden feel. More woody tannins show on the modest finish. Probably would have shown more positively three years ago. —M.M.",Señorio del Aguila Reserva,12,84,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Bodegas Virgen del Águila 1994 Señorio del Aguila Reserva Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-virgen-aguila-1994-senorio-reserva-tempranillo-blend-carinena/,Tempranillo Blend,1994,Bodegas Virgen del Águila
,Red,US,"The Hyatt is tight, hard and chewy. Its stiff tannins are calling the shots, and leaving an earthy impression strongly tasting of roots and stems through a somewhat bitter finish. —P.G.",,12,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1999 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1999,Hyatt
13,Red,Australia,,Il Briccone,18,84,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Primo Estate 1999 Il Briccone Red (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primo-estate-1999-il-briccone-red-adelaide-hills/,Red Blend,1999,Primo Estate
13.7,Red,US,"A good wine. It's nicely dry, with crisp acids and adequate tannins. There's a pretty good balance between plum and berry flavors and earthy, herbal ones. It's rough around the edges, with a burnt-rubber quality, but okay drinking for everyday occasions. —S.H.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 2000 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2000,Coastal Ridge
,Red,US,"Simple and fruity, this wine has some polished flavors of black cherries and pepper, and drinks very dry, with a creamy mouthfeel and soft tannins and acids. It's an easygoing wine, and fine for everyday occasions. —S.H.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Tate Creek 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tate-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Tate Creek
,Red,France,"Smells plummy and ripe but tastes of bright cherries and shows a lean, claret-style mouthfeel. It's a little thin, but still manages to provide pleasure. Finishes with tasty mocha and toast shadings.  White Wine",Fierte de Malesan,11,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Malesan 1999 Fierte de Malesan  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malesan-1999-fierte-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Malesan
,White,US,"Follows the ripe and sweet, oak and vanilla formula, and does it pretty well. Shades of smoky, caramelly wood highlight peach flavors, with just enough tartness to finish crisp and clean.",,9,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 2000 Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-2000-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,R.H. Phillips
,Rose,France,"Bright, fresh strawberries combine with a hint of green herbs for an attractive nose. But the flavors of this 50-50 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot are less effusive. Still, it finishes lemony and tart, making it a fine summer sipper.",Rose,9,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Rosé,,Malesan 2001 Rose Red (Bordeaux Rosé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malesan-2001-rose-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Malesan
14.5,Red,US,"Pretty expensive for a varietal yet to prove itself in California. ItÕs got pretty enough fruit and an elaborate overlay of oak, but no particular depth or complexity. In fact, itÕs simple and flat.",,34,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1999 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,M. Cosentino
,Red,Spain,"This bears some similarities to its Petit Verdot sibling reviewed here, but is not as well-realized. The red berry fruit wears a hint of sourness, showing a green, under-ripe quality that detracts. It's slightly weightier than its stable-mate, but lags behind it in flavor and finesse. —M.M.",Dominio de Valdepusa,28,84,Central Spain,Vino da Mesa de Toledo,,Marques de Griñon 1999 Dominio de Valdepusa Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino da Mesa de Toledo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-1999-dominio-valdepusa-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-mesa-toledo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Marques de Griñon
,White,US,"Good value for the money in this easy-drinking wine, with ripe peach and apple flavors and hints of honey, smoke and spices. ItÕs round and supple and flavorful, and the finish is polished and ripe.",,,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bargetto 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Bargetto
14.5,Red,Australia,"This wine has an uncertain future, hence the less-than-enthusiastic rating. On first opening, it's mute on the nose and simply earthy and dull on the palate, with a dry, dusty finish. Later on, it opened up some and showed some nice aged fruit as well, then shut down again. —J.C.",The Barkly,30,84,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Campbells 1993 The Barkly Durif (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campbells-1993-barkly-petite-sirah-durif-rutherglen/,Durif,1993,Campbells
12.5,Red,Spain,"Tart cherry aromas and flavors with tarragon accents are wrapped in oak in this medium-weight, mature red. The wine is evenly textured, but the oak sits well to the fore, really predominating on the very dry, tangy-in-a-woody-way finish. —M.M.",Reserva,10,84,Central Spain,Almansa,,Castillo de Almansa 1995 Reserva Red (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-almansa-1995-reserva-red-almansa/,Red Blend,1995,Castillo de Almansa
,Red,US,"From Chiles Valley, a heady wine with 15.3% alcohol that will appeal to fans of superripe Zin. The plummy flavors veer into Port-like notes of raisins and sweet chocolate, although the wine is fully fermented to dryness.  —S.H.",,27,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Surh Luchtel 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/surh-luchtel-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Surh Luchtel
14.1,Red,US,"A bit lean, with sleek berry and herb flavors and a sharpness softened only partially by sweet oak. ItÕs dry and clean and has the best wood and tannins that money can buy, but ultimately itÕs thin, especially for this price.",,35,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
14.5,White,US,"Starts with lemon and melon aromas with a nice cut of smoke and mineral, and turns rich and fruity in the mouth. ThereÕs a strong dose of spice, and the finish is honeyed and a little sweet. ItÕs a clean drinking wine with charm.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 1999 Fumé Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-1999-sauvignon-blanc-fume-central-coast-paso-robles/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Pretty-Smith
,White,US,"Drinks dry and bitter, with lemony, citrus flavors and an almond-skin tart finish. This is an austere, steely wine of integrity and fine structure. It's a nice palate cleanser, and stimulates the appetite. —S.H.",Dry,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ventana 2000 Dry Chenin Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2000-dry-chenin-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Ventana
,Red,US,"Clean aromas of cola, meat and wild berries are simple, and so is the wine in the mouth. Big fruit, spicy and sugary ripe, is wrapped in soft acids and tannins and a round, silky texture. Doesn't really drink like a California Syrah; more like a jammy, early drinking Aussie Shiraz. —S.H.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Royal Oaks 2000 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,2000,Royal Oaks
14.2,Red,US,"Why do so many Cabs seem so flabby lately? Maybe because the vintners are striving for super-maturity at the expense of freshness and acidity. This wine has supple berry flavors and some nice oak, but itÕs curiously lifeless on the palate. Just sits there. DoesnÕt sing.",,34,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,M. Cosentino
,Red,Italy,"Dusty and dry, this wine uses a higher percentage of Sangiovese than Luce and the result is a tougher, more austere wine that gets much of its character from dried spice and toast. Understated and restrained, you can almost taste the influence of co-creator Tim Mondavi.",,28,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Lucente 1999 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucente-1999-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Lucente
12.5,Red,Spain,"Angular and tasty, Montecillo's regular offering  is an appealing, uncomplicated ready-to-drink red. Dried fruit, herb and oak flavors meld nicely in this light-medium weight wine best for drinking now through 2004. Best Buy. —M.M.",Crianza,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 1998 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-1998-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Montecillo
14.5,Red,Australia,,Peppertree Vineyard,26,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Mitchell 1999 Peppertree Vineyard Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-1999-peppertree-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Mitchell
13,White,US,"You canÕt miss the fruit, which ranges from citrus and melon to apricot and quince. This flavor burst is highlighted by decent acidity, and finishes with spicy zest. The nicest part is that itÕs mostly dry. Fun stuff, and a good value.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"This blend consists of 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Merlot and the rest Cab Franc. Spicy and peppery, it has the telltale bell pepper scents of not-quite ripeness. But good value nonetheless, and structured for hearty foods. —P.G.",,9,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Covey Run
13.6,White,US,"User-friendly Chard, all toasty-spicy apples, and peaches and cream. There's almond-skin bitterness in the aftertaste that sort of sets your teeth on edge, but food will take care of that. —S.H.",Founders' Estate,12,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2000 Founders' Estate Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-founders-estate-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Beringer
,White,South Africa,"Along with De Wetshof, the Graham Beck winery shows that it is possible to produce fine Chardonnay in the hot, dry Robertson climate. This wine is fruit-driven, dominated by green and fresh citrus and lime flavors, and only lightly touched by wood.",,10,85,Robertson,,,Graham Beck 2000 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graham-beck-2000-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2000,Graham Beck
13.5,Red,US,"They call it Shiraz instead of Syrah because it fits the stereotype of a young, jammy Aussie red. It's ferociously youthful, with blueberry and black cherry flavors that taste like they're fresh from the fermenting vats. A wine like this is sharp and edgy. But it's dry, and has a lot to like. —S.H.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2000 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2000,Canyon Road
,Red,US,"This tiny winery makes just a few hundred cases per year. The Merlot is grapey and rustic, with Grenache-like fruit flavors and some rough, chocolatey oak. —P.G.",,28,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Patrick M. Paul 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patrick-m-paul-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Patrick M. Paul
14,Red,Australia,"Packed with grapey, plummy fruit, smoke and vanilla, this is solid entry-level stuff. It's not particularly rich or concentrated, but it is something that's uncommon at this price: balanced. That makes it an attractive by-the-glass option or barbecue companion. —J.C.",Barossa Vines,11,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 2000 Barossa Vines Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2000-barossa-vines-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Grant Burge
,Red,US,"Decent everyday sipper, with heaps of sweet berry flavors wrapped in silky bright acids and dusty tannins. It's kind of thin in structure and in the finish, but is a perfectly nice quaff for the price. —S.H.",AVA's: San Francisco Bay/Livermore Valley,12,85,California,California Other,California,Tamás Estates 1999 AVA's: San Francisco Bay/Livermore Valley Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-1999-avas-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Tamás Estates
13,White,Australia,"Pure sweet fruit stars in this show. Peaches and pears, mainly, with just a hint of vanilla and toast. Some clove and butter notes sneak in on the finish. It's a light, fruity wine to drink over the next few months.",,17,85,Australia Other,Australia,,Talagandra 2001 Chardonnay (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talagandra-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Talagandra
,Red,US,"Smells funky, with forest floor, humus and mushroom aromas mingling with riper scents of wild berries and sweet oak. The fruity flavors are well developed, and drink sweetlyripe, yet the wine has a one-dimensionality and is excessively soft. —S.H.",,23,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Sunset 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunset-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Sunset
12.5,Red,US,"You want to like this wine more than you do, because it's from a great vineyard and a great vintage. The problem is thinness. It's got great bones, superb texture and dry tannins, and it's easy to taste the quality of the blackberry, pepper-infused fruit because it flatters the palate. But everything is diluted. —S.H.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 1999 Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,1999,Ventana
,Red,Spain,"Smoky oak and dark cherry fruit with herb accents complement each other well in this medium-weight, even red. Leathery hints add complexity, and this tasty, straightforward Rioja never get harsh or astringent. Drink now–2004. —M.M.",Crianza,12,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,El Coto 1998 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-coto-1998-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,El Coto
13,Red,Spain,"Tasty in a tart way, with licorice hints, this well-balanced, medium-weight red shows plenty of herb-tinged, sour cherry flavor. Good acidity and moderate tannins make this a good match for grilled veal. Think Claret, but from southern Spain. Drink now–2004. Best Buy. —M.M.",Reserva,9,85,Levante,Valencia,,Castillo Catadau 1996 Reserva Red (Valencia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-catadau-1996-reserva-tempranillo-blend-valencia/,Tempranillo Blend,1996,Castillo Catadau
,Port/Sherry,US,,Mustang Springs Ranch Port,40,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon NV Mustang Springs Ranch Port Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-nv-mustang-springs-ranch-port-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,,Peachy Canyon
14.5,Red,Australia,"This round, soft, alcoholic wine deserves praise for its spicy-peppery warmth and abundant cherry fruit. Those same qualities are also its biggest shortcoming: The low acidity and high alcohol make it seem a bit heavy. —J.C",Cornucopia,13,85,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Temple Bruer 1998 Cornucopia Grenache (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/temple-bruer-1998-cornucopia-grenache-langhorne-creek/,Grenache,1998,Temple Bruer
,White,Australia,"You expected fruity, flowery flavors? A little sweetness? Then go someplace else. This wine is one of the driest of the year, and offers no relief at all from alcohol and other winey compounds. If there's a single, solitary flavor, it's watered down lemon juice. But it might be pretty good with clams on the half shell. —S.H.",Y Series,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2001 Y Series Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-series-riesling-south/,Riesling,2001,Yalumba
,Red,US,"The brawniest of Hunt's releases, it borders on Port-like, with 14.7% alcohol and a burst of plummy, raisiny fruit. Other notes include char, smoke and a caramelized, pie-crust scent. Drinks big, slightly sweet, hot and peppery.  —S.H.",Outlaw Ridge Zinphony #1,30,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 2000 Outlaw Ridge Zinphony #1 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-2000-outlaw-ridge-zinphony-1-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,2000,Hunt Cellars
12,White,Spain,"Intensely perfumed, with green herbs, floral, even lychee hints on the nose. The palate shows herb and wet-stone flavors, but also a faint musty note. Very poised in feel, this is commendable for its excellent texture and balance.   Drink now. —M.M.",,19,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Morgadío 2000 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgadio-2000-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2000,Morgadío
,Red,France,"Despite coming from a universally hailed vintage, this generic Bordeaux is still weedy, herbal and lean. But it also has decent cassis and cherry fruit, some tasty vanilla and cinnamon notes from oak aging, and a tart, dry finish. It's light, but it hasn't been dumbed down for the mass market.",Rouge,9,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Malesan 2000 Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malesan-2000-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Malesan
,Rose,US,"From a newish appellation in El Dorado County, this is a copper-colored wine with richly sweet strawberry flavors and a peppery streak that lasts into the finish. It's dry enough for the dinner table. Try with cioppino. —S.H.",Lone Meadow Vineyard Rosato di Sangiovese,10,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Fair Play,Firefall 2000 Lone Meadow Vineyard Rosato di Sangiovese Sangiovese (Fair Play),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firefall-2000-lone-meadow-vineyard-rosato-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-fair-play/,Sangiovese,2000,Firefall
14.2,White,US,"This is a very fruity wine, one dominated by apple and peach and citrus flavors. Good acids make it bright, and it's impeccably clean and focused. Could use some more depth and layers. —S.H.",Alluvium Blanc,16,85,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1999 Alluvium Blanc White (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-alluvium-blanc-white-sonoma-knights-valley/,White Blend,1999,Beringer
13.5,Red,Australia,"This individual and exotic wine boasts aromas of sweet bay leaves, dried apricots and crushed black pepper. The fruit flavors are tart, veering toward red cherries and apple skin, finishing with firm acids and tannins. Drink young with herbed roasts to help bring out the fruit. —J.C.",Estate Reserve,20,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Blue Pyrenees 1999 Estate Reserve Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pyrenees-1999-estate-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1999,Blue Pyrenees
,Red,Spain,"Dryly fruited, this light and flavorful Monastrell (aka Mourv¡edre) blend is a winning, easy drinker. Clean and direct, with dry cherry licorice and mineral shadings, it's a simple and satisfying mouthful, great for patio dining with lighter grilled foods. Best Buy. —M.M.",,9,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Agapito Rico 2000 Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-agapito-rico-2000-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,2000,Bodegas Agapito Rico
,Red,Spain,,Carchelo,8,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Agapito Rico 2000 Carchelo Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-agapito-rico-2000-carchelo-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,2000,Bodegas Agapito Rico
,White,US,"No visible vintage date on the bottle, but the winery says it's a 2001. Tart and lemony, with crisp acids, it tends toward bland, with simple, green apple fruit.",Katie's Vineyard,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 2001 Katie's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-2001-katies-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Gordon Brothers
13,Red,Australia,"The Grenache introduces an interesting stone-fruit influence to this 60-40 blend, something akin to peaches. There's also plenty of smoky, toasty oak, dried spices and chocolate, ending on a liqueur-like note. Full and supple; drink now. —J.C.",Shiraz-Grenache,13,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Goundrey 1999 Shiraz-Grenache Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goundrey-1999-shiraz-grenache-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,1999,Goundrey
14,Red,US,"Normally a blending wine, because on its own this varietal offers sweetness and frangrance without accompanying body and depth, and this wine shows why. ItÕs pretty as a picture, with black raspberry flavors and soft tannins, but it seems to need a center of gravity, especially at this price.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Pretty-Smith 1999 Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pretty-smith-1999-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Pretty-Smith
14,Red,Australia,"The mouthfeel of this wine is just right—an airy, delicate lacework that glides the flavors over the tongue. But the flavors are just so-so, harkening back to the Kinks famous line, “C-O-L-A cola.” Finishes with some dry tannins and a touch of citrus. —J.C.",,25,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Nepenthe 1999 Pinot Noir (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nepenthe-1999-pinot-noir-south/,Pinot Noir,1999,Nepenthe
,White,France,"This pale, light Chenin Blanc drinks on the sweet side. ItÕs like a bite of ripe peach, with the crisp attack of acidity so high, it makes your mouth water. Strikes a nice balance between the overt sugar and tartness.",,8,85,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Remy-Pannier 2000  Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2000-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Remy-Pannier
,White,France,"Very young and fragrant with the scent of grapefruits, this wine is bone dry and light-bodied and delicate. ItÕs so fresh and clean, a perfect aperitif wine, or the acidic tartness would be nice with shellfish.",,6,85,Loire Valley,Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,,Remy-Pannier 2000  Muscadet Sèvre et Maine,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2000-other-white-melon-muscadet-sevre-maine/,Melon,2000,Remy-Pannier
13.9,Red,US,"Soft and jammy, with black and red wild berry flavors and low acidity. ItÕs so soft and sweetly fruity itÕs almost like raspberry syrup, although it does have some structure and heat from alcohol. Fans of sweet wines will like it a lot.",Kipp Vineyard,15,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Coulson Eldorado 2000 Kipp Vineyard Mataro (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coulson-eldorado-2000-kipp-vineyard-mourvedre-mataro-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Mataro,2000,Coulson Eldorado
13.5,White,Spain,"Though handsomely balanced, this medium-weight Chardonnay shows only modest complexity, with apple, tropical fruit and mild toasty notes on the nose and palate. A slight caramel note gives a vaguely sweet cast to the basically dry fruit flavors. Has appeal and some length, but it's not the statement one would expect at the price. —M.M.",Milmanda,48,85,Catalonia,Conca de Barberà,,Torres 1999 Milmanda Chardonnay (Conca de Barberà),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1999-milmanda-chardonnay-conca-barbera/,Chardonnay,1999,Torres
13,White,Australia,"This powerful, intense wine starts with scents of lemon curd enriched by butter and hints of peach and vanilla. Flavors are similar, but incorporate a saltwater note and an extremely tangy finish, which impart a coarseness that the wine's intensity can't overcome.",,12,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,RockBare 2001 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockbare-2001-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2001,RockBare
14,Red,Australia,"A pretty, light-weight wine that offers up smoky, herbal scents along with almost ephemeral wisps of red fruit. It's dry and delicate; a waif-like Pinot that could benefit from a little more flesh. —J.C.",,25,85,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,T'Gallant 2000 Pinot Noir (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tgallant-2000-pinot-noir-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Noir,2000,T'Gallant
12.5,White,Spain,"Even and medium-weight, this Rueda white shows hay and a slight sour-apple quality. Smoothly textured, it glides across the palate easily and into a broad, dry finish with faint white pepper notes. Appealing, if perhaps a little mature.",,9,85,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Marqués de Riscal 2000 White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-riscal-2000-white-rueda/,White Blend,2000,Marqués de Riscal
,Red,US,"The winery held back releasing the wine until this spring, probably to give the tannins extra time to soften up. It's got herbal flavors and the fruit seems to be fading. Drink up. —P.G.",,21,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kestrel 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kestrel
13.5,Red,US,"Once tannic, always tannic? If so, this tough wine will remain rasping, and will need to be drunk with rich, oily foods to help tame the tannins. Underneath, it has some briary flavors and soft acidity, and is as dry as a desert summer wind. —S.H.",Starlight,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Starlight Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-starlight-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,1999,Midnight
13,Red,Spain,"A clean, light wine with cherry and cinnamon notes on the nose and in the mouth. This isn't heavy or deep, but tasty, and evenly textured. Elegant herb and mineral shadings show on the close of this attractive easy drinker. Would do well with a very light chill. —M.M.",Tinto,8,85,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Viña Collado 1999 Tinto Red (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-collado-1999-tinto-tempranillo-blend-campo-borja/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Viña Collado
,White,US,"From R.H. Phillips, itÕs a shade oakier and more refined than their regular bottling. The peach flavors are more concentrated, and sappier, but it comes at the cost of crispness. The wine sags in the mouth, like a Dali melted watch. But it tastes good.",Toasted head,14,85,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 2000 Toasted head Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-2000-toasted-head-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,R.H. Phillips
,White,France,"Four months in oak has given this wine a decidedly soft, creamy texture that meshes nicely with the flavors of ripe peaches and green apples. Yet there's also a crisp, lime-driven finish so the wine doesn't seem heavy. Best Buy.",Blanc,9,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Malesan 2001 Blanc  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malesan-2001-blanc-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2001,Malesan
13.5,White,US,"Marked by extreme oak, with charred, vanilla-infused aromas and spicy wood flavors. The underlying fruit is hard to discern under all that wood, but seems to veer toward peaches. Slightly sweet, with good acidity, it will please those who think oak and Chardonnay are synonymous. —S.H.",Del Rio Vineyard,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Louis M. Martini 2000 Del Rio Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2000-rio-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis M. Martini
,White,US,"The aromas are clean and varietal, and the fruit follows along with pleasant, light pear and apple flavors, buoyed by tangy acids.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Pontin del Roza 2000 Pinot Grigio (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pontin-roza-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Pontin del Roza
,White,US,"Shows typical communal flavors of peach, apple and tangerine fruit, with dusty spices and an overlay of oak that adds vanilla and toast notes. ItÕs a candied wine, sweetly flavorful but soft and a bit simple.",Reserve,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Phoenix 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phoenix-2000-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Phoenix
13.5,White,US,"A grassy style, with hints of fig and melon around the edges. Bright and lemony on the finish. —J.M.",,12,85,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-2000-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Trinchero
12,White,Spain,"Round and even, this dry white from the well-known Rioja producer offers sweet hay, apple and vanilla aromas and flavors. Nicely composed, this has decent balance and a smooth, if modest finish. Best to drink now, and a good bar or party pour. Best Buy. —M.M.",Blanco,7,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 2000 Blanco White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-2000-blanco-white-rioja/,White Blend,2000,Marqués de Cáceres
,Red,US,"This is a full-bodied wine with very strong fruit, including some dark berry notes more akin to a big red like, say, Merlot—of which it contains a dash. At the same time, the tannins are light, which makes it kind of schizoid. It's also superacidic and tart. Made by respected Napa vintner Bob Pepi, it's a work in progress. —S.H.",,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 2000 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-2000-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Andretti
,Red,US,"The fruit here is certainly more ripe and powerful than in the winery's regular bottlings. But it is offset by rugged tannins, and an earthiness that borders on rusticity. —P.G.",Reserve,19,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1998 Reserve Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1998-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Hyatt
12.5,White,Spain,"No cookie-cutter white,  this 80% Viura and 20% Malvasia barrel-aged Rioja has vibrant aromas and flavors. The Malvasia's decidedly orange cast plays off the nuttier Viura and wood notes. Closes dry and toasty, decently long, with a faint bitter almond note. Unique, and tasty for drinking now. —M.M.",Blanco,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Izadi 2000 Blanco Viura (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-izadi-2000-blanco-spanish-white-viura-rioja/,Viura,2000,Izadi
,White,US,"It's very dry and tart. Strong flavors of lemon juice are accompanied by biting acids and even some dusty tannins, but it's a clean, zesty drink. —S.H.",Miramonte Vineyards,10,86,California,South Coast,South Coast,Thornton 2000 Miramonte Vineyards Pinot Blanc (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-2000-miramonte-pinot-blanc-south-coast/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Thornton
,White,France,"Sauvignon Blanc from the Loire, in all its light, crisp glory. The lemony flavors are weightless, accompanied by a chalky richness, while metallic acidity adds a refreshing counterpoint. This is a fun sipper all the way through the tart, clean finish.",,13,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Remy-Pannier 2000  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remy-pannier-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Remy-Pannier
13.5,Red,US,"A round, solidly made wine, with Bing cherry flavors. However, the middle seems to disappear and, as a result, the following tannins feel a bit harsh. —P.G.",Four Corners,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 2000 Four Corners Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-2000-four-corners-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Sagelands
13,Red,Spain,,Conde de Valdemar-Crianza,10,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Martinez Bujanda 1998 Conde de Valdemar-Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-bujanda-1998-conde-valdemar-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Martinez Bujanda
,Port/Sherry,US,"Heady, with strong aromas of prunes, milk chocolate, caramel, and honey. ItÕs pretty sweet (9.8%), with berry flavors. Lacks the finesse and concentration of the real thing, but itÕs soft and drinkable, and the price isnÕt bad. Would be nice with vanilla ice cream.",,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina NV Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-nv-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,,Montevina
,White,US,"Largely from Paso Robles fruit, the grapes got ripe enough under the hot sun to produce spearmint, citrus, and honeydew flavors, ripe and apparently sweet, with enough acids to make it drink bright. ItÕs flashy on the surface, a wine that appeals to the senses, with richness, cleanliness, and a long, honeyed finish. Good value.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Meridian 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2000-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Meridian
13.5,Dessert,US,"Peachy Canyon NV Mustang Springs Ranch Port (Paso Robles); $40. What you need in a Port-style wine is sugary, caramelized sweetness, the deep, strong taste of fruit, high alcohol and crisp acidity. This wine has them all. But   it lacks that extra depth and complexity that a   Port wants, especially at this price. Still, a solid effort. —S.H.",Soleil--Limited Edition,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 Soleil--Limited Edition Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-soleil-limited-edition-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"The grapes are real nice and ripe here, offering up flavors of blackberries and cherries that are succulent and mellow. Smoky oak adds the spicy, sweetly woody nuances from barrel aging. A problem is that the wine is too soft and a little flabby.  —S.H.",,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Gold Hill 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gold-hill-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gold Hill
,Red,US,"Simple and slightly earthy, Covey's budget Cab is not as appealing as their Merlot, but it's a good effort nonetheless. Black cherry and cassis speak to the variety, and the stiff tannins suggest some staying power. —P.G.",,9,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Covey Run
13,Red,Spain,"Very youthful, yet from 100–year-old vines, this 100% Garnacha has a vibrant purple color and a chocolate-accented nose. Smooth and tart-sweet on the tongue, it delivers flavor and texture galore. It's a real mouthful with a fairly big, persistent finish. Delicious, yet makes you want a more serious rendering of such old, solid fruit. —M.M.",Centenaria,10,86,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Coto de Hayas 2001 Centenaria Garnacha (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coto-hayas-2001-centenaria-grenache-garnacha-tarragona/,Garnacha,2001,Coto de Hayas
,White,US,"Stays true to its house style, with intensely grassy, herbal flavors of mint, citrus and hay. Extremely dry with bright acidity, it's a zesty clean wine, very refreshing and invigorating, and a good value. Best Buy.—S.H.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2001-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Canyon Road
,White,Italy,"With its crisp pear, apple and citrus flavors, this lightweight wine would work well as an apéritif. Some orange-blossom notes on the nose and a slight bitterness on the finish give it additional dimension. A small amount of Riesling boosts the aromatics further.",,10,86,,Delle Venezie,,Danzante 2001 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danzante-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Danzante
,Red,Italy,"This affordable wine begins with aromas of tobacco, dried leather, meat, and cranberry, but it drinks fruitier than it smells. ThereÕs a burst of spicy black cherry on the palate, with soft tannins, and the high acidity was born to cut through heaps of olive oil and butter.",,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Gabbiano
,Red,US,"This variety, not usually used on its own, has produced an inky dark wine of considerable power and ample tannins. The blackberry and rhubarb fruit has great depth, and is very dry. It's not a bad wine, but seems better suited as a blender to Cabernet Sauvignon. It just might be interesting in 6–8 years. —S.H.",,17,86,California,North Coast,Yorkville Highlands,Yorkville Cellars 1997 Petit Verdot (Yorkville Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1997-petit-verdot-north-coast-yorkville-highlands/,Petit Verdot,1997,Yorkville Cellars
13,Red,Australia,"The Yarra Valley's relatively cool climate really shows through in this wine's smoky, herbal nuances, which sometimes threaten to take over from the primary cherry fruit. It's lean, more in the Rhône style, and finishes with tart cherries and hints of meaty portobello mushrooms. —J.C.",,22,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 1999 Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Yering Station
13.5,Red,US,"Ripely fruity, as youÕd expect from the vintage, it brims with blackcurrant and sage flavors and some pretty oak. ThereÕs a refreshing cut of acidity, and itÕs nicely dry, with dusty tannins. No depth, and itÕs not going anywhere, but good for tonight.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Not considered a noble varietal, Carignane can offer pleasure, and this one does. ItÕs quite rich and smells and tastes Porty, with dark chocolate and raisin notes, although the official alcohol is a moderate 13.6%. The plummy flavors are powerful, the tannins and acids soft.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1999 Carignane (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1999-carignan-carignane-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Carignane,1999,Preston
,Red,Spain,"Tasty tart fruit, leather and tobacco flavors in this taut, medium-weight wine are supported by quite racy acidity, rendering it somewhat astringent. The oak here, too, seems to bear heavily on rather light fruit. With tannins to lose, this may improve with age, filling out some, but will always be lean. Drink now–2006. —M.M.",Reserva,17,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Montecillo 1996 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecillo-1996-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Montecillo
,Red,Spain,"This slightly brooding red has a sweet and sour, tart cherry and toasty wood profile. As this shows some depth and has tannins to lose, it may benefit from aging another year. The tart fruit and good acidity make it a good choice to pair with lamb or other fatty meats. Drink now–2005+. —M.M.",Crianza 1998,14,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Otanon 1998 Crianza 1998  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otanon-1998-crianza-1998-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,Otanon
,White,US,"The flavors in this kosher wine are very rich, commingling tangerines, ripe peaches, and mangoes for a thoroughly mouth-filling experience. Oak adds smoky, spicy notes. ItÕs a bit sweet, and could use more bright acid because itÕs too soft right through the finish.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Hagafen
,Red,Austria,"This medium-bodied, spicy wine, with a gorgeous ruby color, has tart, sour cherry flavors with rich acidity. It's extremely dry and racy, and turns almost sour on the finish because of the acids, but it's a pleasant sensation. —S.H.",Sweigelt,24,86,Austria,,,Repolusk 1999 Sweigelt Red (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-1999-sweigelt-red/,Red Blend,1999,Repolusk
,White,US,"By “soft” the winery means sweet. This is a low-acid style, showing flavors of pear, melon and mango. It's a good sipping wine, but perhaps a bit too soft for most foods. —P.G.",Soft,6,86,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 2001 Soft Chenin Blanc (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-2001-soft-chenin-blanc-idaho/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Ste. Chapelle
,White,US,"Winemaker Doug Meador says this is not a “California Fats” Chardonnay, by which he means he went light on the oak and allowed the fruit to speak for itself. It's pretty fruit, with the smell and taste of apples. However, that slight touch of oak adds just the right amount of vanilla and cream to the mix. —S.H.",Gold Stripe,14,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 2000 Gold Stripe Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-2000-gold-stripe-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,2000,Ventana
,White,US,"The blend is 70% Pinot Gris and 30% Viognier. The Gris provides the fruit base, with pear/apple flavors; the Viognier adds some light lemon and citrus blossom accents. This is a big wine, bone dry.",Pinot Gris-Viognier,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 2001 Pinot Gris-Viognier White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-2001-pinot-gris-viognier-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2001,Thurston Wolfe
,Rose,US,"Pretty dark for a blush, and very strongly flavored. The raspberry flavors veer into framboise, it's that extracted and liqueur-like. So there's nothing shy about it. Unusual and eccentric, but a pretty, flavorful wine. —S.H.",Rose,14,86,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Thornton 2000 Rose Grenache (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-2000-rose-grenache-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Grenache,2000,Thornton
,Red,US,"Smells superripe and overly extracted, with jammy, fruit-tart aromas underscored by earthy, herbal notes of tobacco and sage. It's a big wine, and a little awkward, but it might knit together in the cellar. —S.H.",Poor Man's Flat Vineyards 100 Year Old  Vines,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 2000 Poor Man's Flat Vineyards 100 Year Old  Vines Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-2000-poor-mans-flat-100-year-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Seven Lions Winery
13,White,US,". Racy and strong, and comes down firmly on the grass, hay and grapefruit side, brimming with bright, tart fruit. A touch of sugar puts it just this side of sweet, with an intriguing taste of white chocolate on the finish. Gets the nod because it's so ultra-clean and zesty. —S.H.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Geyser Peak
,Rose,Austria,"A dry rose, the color of onion skins. The Austrians describe the aroma as “sweet tart” because it suggests freshly baked, butter-sweetened pastry crust. It drinks startingly dry and rasping, with citrus flavors and acidity that will make your mouth water.  —S.H.",Schilcher,22,86,Austria,,,Repolusk 2000 Schilcher Rosé (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-2000-schilcher-rose/,Rosé,2000,Repolusk
,White,Austria,"Lush, opulent scents of Kahlúa-soaked apricots and vanilla custard are inviting, but it drinks drier than it smells, with just a touch of off-dry sweetness compounding the peach and citrus flavors. Lively acidity makes it brisk. —S.H.",Roter Traminer Spatlese,28,86,Austria,,,Repolusk 2000 Roter Traminer Spatlese Traminer (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-2000-roter-traminer-spatlese-other-white-traminer/,Traminer,2000,Repolusk
,White,US,"Packs more flavor than any other two wines put together. This fruit bomb explodes on the palate with limes, tangerines,  peaches and the sweetest green apples and papayas, and it's all creamy and spicy. It feels dryish until you swallow, when a peacock's tail of sugar fans out on the way down. —S.H.",Estates,12,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Raymond 2000 Estates Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-2000-estates-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Raymond
,Red,US,"Bone dry and light, with cranberry, cola and tomato flavors in a silky package. This is a wine that seems to be an expression of its vineyard. It's not a rich wine, nor one to age beyond a year or so. But it possesses an earthy honesty. —S.H.",Aquarius Ranch,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,McIlroy 1999 Aquarius Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcilroy-1999-aquarius-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,McIlroy
,Red,US,"Opens with light, earthy aromas of berries and oak and a curious waft of autumn leaves, then turns soft and simple in the mouth. It's a pretty wine, dry and with some good structure, but no special depth. Might improve in the cellar, but it's a gamble. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. —S.H.",Mosaic,23,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Surh Luchtel 1999 Mosaic Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/surh-luchtel-1999-mosaic-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Surh Luchtel
,White,US,"A dry style, tightly wound with hints of herb and spice. Simple, crisply rendered, and very fresh, with citrus-flavored fruit.",,7,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 2000 Semillon-Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2000-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-other/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2000,Covey Run
,White,US,"Comes down firmly on the  herbal side, opening with a blast of lemon and dill, but interventions, including barrel fermentation, soften and fatten it and add notes of butter and vanilla. In the mouth the lemony flavors return, with some residual sugar. The finish is a duet of acidity and sweetness. —S.H.",Ferrington Vineyard,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Ferrington Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-ferrington-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Handley
,White,Austria,"One of the drier wines I've had lately, it's pale in color and light in aromas, with a suggestion of lemon juice. Light in citrus flavors, with a big bite of acidity that makes it raspingly clean. —S.H.",,21,85,Austria,,,Repolusk 2000 Welschriesling (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/repolusk-2000-other-white-welschriesling/,Welschriesling,2000,Repolusk
,White,Italy,"In only its second vintage in the U.S., this nutty, mineral-rich, immensely fruity wine from Antinori's coastal estate is a great example of the heights that Vermentino can achieve. This version is full of lime, stone, citrus and marzipan, and is focused from beginning to end",Guado al Tasso,18,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Antinori 2001 Guado al Tasso Vermentino (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-2001-guado-al-tasso-italian-white-vermentino-bolgheri/,Vermentino,2001,Antinori
12.5,Dessert,Chile,"This 100% Sauvignon Blanc dessert bottling is fermented in new French oak, and is aged one year on lees. Rich honey, peach and nectarine fruit could have rendered this wine too sweet and sloppy; instead, its light, gravelly texture keeps it from being too cloying. Honey, mustard grains and light talc on the nose, and a nutty, crème brulee-like finish add elegance where, again, candy could otherwise have reigned.",Edicion Limitada Golden Harvest,25,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2000 Edicion Limitada Golden Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-edicion-limitada-golden-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Morandé
,White,France,"The catch-all nose offers grass, grapefruit, flint, vanilla and baking spices. What follows is a tasty blend of citrus, green herbs, Granny Smith apples and a welcome chalkiness. Round yet structured, this bottling offers most of what's great about Loire Valley white wine.",La Croix du Roy,20,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Lucien Crochet 2000 La Croix du Roy  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-crochet-2000-croix-roy-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lucien Crochet
,Red,Italy,"This relative newcomer from near Pisa is three-fourths Sangiovese and the remainder Merlot, and the mix is delightful. Black-plum aromas are hardened by the background scents of tar and leather, while soft, smooth tannins allow for a chocolaty, soft mouthfeel that steals the show. Rich, sweet and smooth.",Belcore,24,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 1999 Belcore Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-1999-belcore-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,I Giusti e Zanza
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Its soft, beguiling aromas of brown sugar, cinnamon, pie crust and cranberries pull you in, then bright cherry flavors take over on the palate. Mouthfeel is light, yet caressing, and the flavors fan out on the finish, picking up notes of spice and cola. A pretty wine from start to finish.",,24,88,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 1999 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-1999-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Foxes Island
13,Red,Chile,"Pepper and molasses aromas top concentrated black plum notes on the nose. The mouth is chewy and medium-weight, and offers bright but sturdy blackberry fruit, and some earth and oak notes. Finishes with good length, and tart berry and fresh-cut wood flavors.",Edicion Limitada,18,88,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 1999 Edicion Limitada Syrah-Cabernet (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-1999-edicion-limitada-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-maipo-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,1999,Morandé
13.5,White,France,"This wine sees only 10–15% new oak, which allows the gritty peach and tangerine fruit flavors to shine through, dressed up by hints of toasted hazelnuts. White peaches and a powdered talc texture give the impression of richness without excess weight. Finishes long, with notes of mineral and citrus.",,42,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2000  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,White,US,"A bit simple, but definitely not shy on flavor, bursting with melon and pear fruit. It's an attempt at an Alsatian style, full and weighty in the mouth, and showing a trace of heat on the finish.",Reserve,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 2001 Reserve Pinot Gris (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2001-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-county/,Pinot Gris,2001,Rancho Zabaco
13.9,White,US,"Soft, almost mute apple and pear aromas are accented by bell pepper and some lima beans. It's a typical bouquet for Napa SB, which is followed by the flavors of white grapefruit, a little citrus pith and some vanilla. Throughout there's a hint of spicy green veggies, mostly bell pepper and jalapeños. Overall, it offers good balance, just not enough fruit to override the green character.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ledson 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Ledson
13,White,New Zealand,"The nose is grassy and full of grapefruit. In a word, it's a sharp bouquet. The mouth offers more of that grassiness and touches of green apple and lemon zest. The finish is smooth enough, and it fades off the palate nicely. A touch of spritz keeps things lively.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Thornbury 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornbury-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Thornbury
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Smoky, meaty and spicy, this wine boasts plenty of oak influence. The red berry fruit is somewhat subdued, with the flavors centered on earth and spice. Though lean, the mouthfeel is admirably silky, and pretty cranberry shadings appear on the finish.",Jill's Vineyard,28,87,Central Otago,,,Rowland 2000 Jill's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rowland-2000-jills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2000,Rowland
,Red,US,"Creamy and smooth, with vanilla and milk chocolate aromas and flavors that carry along the bouncy red-berry fruit for a supple ride. Contains 10% Petite Sirah.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Rancho Zabaco
,White,US,"This wine has a dairy note to the nose; i.e., cheese, custard and yogurt. Lemony flavors are accented by dried baking spices, while the back palate is a touch chalky, offering some good and welcome grip. Overall, the wine seems a bit heavy. If it were pushing amps, it would be a high-power machine.",Fig Tree Vineyard,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 1999 Fig Tree Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-1999-fig-tree-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Quivira
13,Red,Chile,"Rustic, as Carmenère should be, this single-valley offering is a good drink-with-barbecue bet. Bark, dark berries and chocolatey aromas show on the nose; earth and black fruit dominate the full, low-acid palate. Woodsy, briary notes and ample spice give oomph to the juicy berry finish.",Terrarum,9,87,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Terrarum Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-terrarum-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Morandé
13.5,White,France,"It's plump and juicy, yet not devoid of structure, blending Asian pear and citrus aromas and flavors with nectarine skin and bitter almond. There's a softness to the finish that causes it to lose a little definition but helps it go down easy.",,34,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2000  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,US,"This is a firm wine, with up-front flavors of plum and berry, enhanced with finishing licks of vanilla and white chocolate. A bit of Cabernet Sauvignon (8%) adds punch.",,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Paschal 2000 Merlot (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-2000-merlot-southern-applegate-valley/,Merlot,2000,Paschal
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Hay, mint and grass add a green touch to the nose, which also features nectarine. Citrus, but nothing really defined, dominates the flavor profile. More citrus and zippy acids run wild on the finish. It doesn't offer any one thing for you to hang your hat on.",,20,87,Martinborough,,,Nga Waka 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nga-waka-2001-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Nga Waka
13.5,White,US,"This seems to be losing its freshness and appears to be on the down side; the nose is a mixed bag of burnt toast, sulfur and dried straw. The palate offers more likable characteristics, such as green apple and citrus. But the finish is heavily wooded, and there's an element of cheese here.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 1999 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1999-purisima-mountain-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Beckmen
,Red,US,"This lightweight Zin offers an interesting mix of spices, with hints of cocoa adding complexity to the finish.",Reserve,19,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 1999 Reserve Zinfandel (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-1999-reserve-zinfandel-southern-applegate-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Troon
13,White,France,"Smells like Pinot, with meaty plum and fleshy black cherry aromas. Tastes like Pinot, with a supple texture and cola and black cherry flavors. Why can't more wineries turn out good Pinot at this price?",Domaine de Valmoissine,12,86,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Louis Latour 2000 Domaine de Valmoissine Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-domaine-valmoissine-pinot-noir-vin-pays-var/,Pinot Noir,2000,Louis Latour
13.1,Red,Italy,"Aromas of berry, wet earth, creamy oak and a touch of horsehide reveal a sweet raspberry-tinged palate that seems to want to wrestle with the oak. The finish is medium to heavy, and a bit hot. There's plenty of verve and fruit here, just not much polish or complexity. Best in a trattoria setting.",,24,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Miccine 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-miccine-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Le Miccine
,White,New Zealand,"Lifted floral aromas include a hint of white pepper and green apples. Flavors are fresh and zesty, showing more mineral notes than fruit. This would be a nice match with chicken satay on the patio.",Private Bin,15,86,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2001 Private Bin Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2001-private-bin-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Villa Maria
13.5,White,France,"Without big oak or big fruit to make it ungainly, this is a real food-friendly Chardonnay. The delicate floral aromas and understated yet finely etched pear and almond flavors almost seem designed to show off that special weekend dish you just spent hours making.",,26,86,Burgundy,Beaune,,Louis Latour 2000  Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,US,"Very forward, with pretty, medium-ripe cherry flavors. The sweet fruit picks up some vanilla from the barrel, and finishes with smooth tannins. Though at first blush it seems a bit light, sweet and simple, the flavors are persistent, the balance perfect.",Estate,24,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Paschal 2000 Estate Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-2000-estate-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Paschal
14.1,White,US,"Aromas of glue, bacon fat and earth make for a confounding bouquet that really doesn't welcome you in. The plump, creamy palate has some bright citrus, but mostly it's about underripe melon. The tart, short finish is clean, but not terribly convincing.",,16,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Turnbull
12.5,White,France,"Lively aromas of grapefruit, white flowers and mineral lead into a light, fruity but rather simple palate that offers lime, green herb and stone. Overall it's straightforward and clean, but a touch dilute. In its favor, it's soft and easy to drink.",,30,86,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Ladoucette 2000  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ladoucette-2000-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Ladoucette
,Red,US,"The winery grows 17 different varietals, many in minute quantities. This is a blend of 8–12 different varietals, including such oddballs as Refosco and Freisa, along with Zin, Carignan, Tempranillo, some Cabs—in other words, it's a kitchen sink wine. Spicy and peppery, with firm acids under a forward mélange of red fruit flavors.",Vintners Blend Red Table Wine,11,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 1999 Vintners Blend Red Table Wine Red (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-1999-vintners-blend-red-table-wine-southern-umpqua-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Abacela
,Red,US,"You've got to love the name (there have been Henry II, III and IV's made, with different blends of grapes). This is 43% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc, 9% Syrah and 5% Malbec. The nose shows earth and stem first, with some sweet grape and red fruits underneath. Balanced and fruit forward, with plenty of tart acids.",Henry the V,23,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 1999 Henry the V Red (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1999-v-red-southern-umpqua-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Henry Estate
,White,US,"Partial barrel fermentation in three different types of barrel give some nice leesy, creamy flavors. The modest fruit flavors run to melon and light citrus. It's elegant and nicely balanced, with a fresh, easy finish.",,12,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2000 Chardonnay (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2000-chardonnay-southern-umpqua-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Girardet
,Red,US,"This is a good, dark, iron-rich wine, with earth and mineral dominating through a tart finish. Interesting change of pace.",Marechal-Foch,15,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 1999 Marechal-Foch Red (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-1999-marechal-foch-red-southern-umpqua-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Girardet
,White,US,"This is a ripe year, but this vineyard designation isn't quite as tropical as their Côte Sud. It's more of a precise style, but there are also some hints of grass, onion and herb. Interesting, but very slightly off.",Clos du Soleil Vineyard,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 1999 Clos du Soleil Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-1999-clos-soleil-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Serene
13.5,Red,Italy,"Made from 70% Sangiovese and other red grapes, including Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a little rustic and wild. The palate is rich, full and offers plenty to chew on. Bold plum and black cherry flavors dominate. A nice woody accent graces the finish.",Barco Reale,14,86,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 2000 Barco Reale  (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2000-barco-reale-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,2000,Capezzana
13.6,White,US,"Tasted twice, with divergent results; the 86 rating reflects the average of both bottles. One bottle seemed overly heavy, with an odd mix of jalapeño peppers and honey. The better (and hopefully more representative) bottle showed richness without excessive weight, hints of cream and toast and penetrating citrus flavors, and would have rated 89 points on its own.",Eleven Oaks,23,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2001 Eleven Oaks Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2001-eleven-oaks-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Babcock
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Seems a bit lighter than previous vintages, but it's still a smooth, supple, enjoyable Pinot. Suede and red cherries, chocolate and tart berries mark the aromas and flavors. Picks up some charred oak notes on the finish.",Reserve,20,86,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Brancott
12.7,Red,Italy,"Syrah from central Tuscany? Sure. The '98 version of Colvecchio, an offering from a hot year, is leaner than might be expected and short on dimension. It has lots of oak up front and an abundance of spicy, tart red fruit in the middle. The oak kicks up on the finish as well. The effort is there and the fruit seems sound, but tartness is the overriding impression it leaves.",Colvecchio,36,86,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 1998 Colvecchio Syrah (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1998-colvecchio-shiraz-syrah-syrah-santantimo/,Syrah,1998,Castello Banfi
,White,US,"Lots of ripe apple and tropical fruits, lots of butterscotch and caramel flavors, but not too heavy. Good balance, good acids, a very appealing, forward style which isn't too oaky or heavy for food.",Anna Maria,15,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Valley View 2000 Anna Maria Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-2000-anna-maria-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Valley View
,Red,US,"A softer, more forward style than the Old Stage, showing more density and soft tannins. Light cherry fruit, good balance, texture, weight. Some hints of wood, earth and mineral too.",Anna Maria - Quail Run,30,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Valley View 1999 Anna Maria - Quail Run Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-1999-anna-maria-quail-run-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1999,Valley View
,White,US,"A lot of shale in the soils adds interest to this elegant, light, fairly soft wine. Off-dry and balanced, it represents good value. Flavors of apples, pears and blossoms lead; a soft finish with a hint of caramel wraps it up.",Estate,8,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2001 Estate Riesling (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2001-estate-riesling-southern-umpqua-valley/,Riesling,2001,Girardet
,White,France,"This wine is so typical of the area. It's defined by a stony, dry nose, citrus and tropical fruit flavors, a lean, tight finish and mouth-cleaning acids. It's hardly the deepest, most complex wine you'll find, but not all good wines have to be complicated.",Le Cris,20,87,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine A. Cailbourdin 2000 Le Cris  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-a-cailbourdin-2000-le-cris-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Domaine A. Cailbourdin
13,Red,Italy,"This is a new kitchen-sink offering from Banfi, featuring Cabernet, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah. It goes full bore on the red fruit and oak, with spicy berry aromas and cherry flavors. The tannins are pretty hard, and with ample acids, this young wine currently starches the cheeks. But in three years it should become a good to very good table wine.",Cum Laude,35,87,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 1999 Cum Laude Sangiovese (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1999-cum-laude-sangiovese-santantimo/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello Banfi
,Red,Italy,"This Sangiovese has a lot going for it: a sweet maple-tinged aroma, a pretty ruby color, round but snappy plum and raspberry flavors, and a long, layered finish. But in the end it doesn't really sing, it's a bit hollow at the core, and there's an oak-driven, buttered popcorn note on the finish that leaves a heavy, lasting flavor.",Sassoalloro,30,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Biondi Santi 2000 Sassoalloro Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-santi-2000-sassoalloro-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Biondi Santi
,White,US,"If you're not sure what Pinot Gris/Grigio is like and want a good starter version, try this one. It's sweet like applesauce but dry like lemons, a seemingly impossible feat until you taste it. Plus, it's creamy from barrel fermentation, so it feels lush.",,16,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bergström 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Bergström
,Red,Italy,,Riserva,25,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Il Poggiolino 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggiolino-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Il Poggiolino
,White,US,"This 14.5% bruiser contains 20% Viognier, which adds a tropical fruit character to the nose and palate. The mouthfeel is soft, with flavors heavy on banana and melon. Woody characteristics such as nuttiness, particularly almonds, also pop up. To its detriment, the oak and fruit seem to be fighting each other more than complementing one another.",T Bar T Cuvée R,19,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 1999 T Bar T Cuvée R Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1999-t-bar-t-cuvee-r-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Iron Horse
13.5,White,US,"Smells oaky, with smoky vanilla and sweet, charred notes riding high over flamboyant tropical fruit aromas, including guavas and breadfruit. This is a big wine, but the pieces aren't all in place. It's like a symphony orchestra playing different tunes. Give it a few months to knit together.",Reserve,20,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,King Estate
13,Red,Italy,"Open and friendly, this is the epitome of a newly released wine that should sell well in restaurants and fly off the shelves of wine shops. Not only will it go nicely with pasta or grilled meat, it's properly balanced and solid on its own feet. Cherry is the predominant flavor, and on the finish there's vanilla and tannins that won't quit.",,29,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 1998  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-1998-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1998,Poliziano
,White,Italy,"The bouquet of white peach and wet stones is fresh as can be. There's a rich texture to the palate, with flavors of cinnamon and spice accenting ripe pear. Finishes long and fairly full with some banana flavor.",,11,87,Tuscany,San Gimignano,,La Diacceta 2000 Vernaccia (San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diacceta-2000-italian-white-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,2000,La Diacceta
13,White,New Zealand,"The rather mute nose fights to offer up some anise, white pepper and melon, but it's a deep dig to find it. Green apple, pineapple and some orange rind define the flavors, while the weight of the wine seems heavy due to lower than ideal acidity. Then again, such weight might be welcomed by the Chardonnay-drinking crowd.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynskeys-wairau-peaks-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A big style that manages to avoid tasting rustic or heavy. Starts with baked pastry shell, black cherry and plum, then adds in hints of licorice and black pepper. Could use a touch more richness in the midpalate, but closes nicely, with fresh acidity that perks up the fruit flavors.",,33,87,Marlborough,,,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks 2000 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynskeys-wairau-peaks-2000-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks
12.5,White,France,"Cleaner than the producer's Pouilly-Fumé, with gooseberry and popping citrus aromas, this wine is still a bit lean. But it does offer nice grapefruit and green apple flavors atop a very tight structure. All in all, it's crisp and easy to drink, which is what a basic Sancerre should be.",Sancerre,17,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Lacheteau 2000 Sancerre  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lacheteau-2000-sancerre-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lacheteau
,White,US,"In line with this winery's penchant for oak, this fast-aging wine is buttery and heavily toasted. As a result, snappy apple or citrus fruit is harder to find than many might want it to be. Nevertheless, there's some bold lemon and creamy vanilla on the thick, mouthfilling palate. And for that, it earns points.",Upper Barn Vineyard,23,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stonestreet 1999 Upper Barn Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-1999-upper-barn-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Stonestreet
,White,US,"Starts off with mineral, lemon and anise aromas that develop on the palate into dried spices, ground flint and lime. It's light in body, yet finishes strong, with clean citrus flavors and a lasting sensation of powdery talc.",Rancho Chimiles,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 2000 Rancho Chimiles Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-2000-rancho-chimiles-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,White,Italy,"Sharp aromas of citrus mix with the odd note of petrol. Lime and apple-skin flavors fade into an acid-driven, orange-flavored finish that's also musky and quite long. While not initially appealing, this wine opens up with airing to reveal some hidden qualities.",Sanct Valentin,28,87,,Alto Adige,,St. Michael-Eppan 2000 Sanct Valentin Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-michael-eppan-2000-sanct-valentin-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,St. Michael-Eppan
12.9,Red,US,"Starts with penetrating, inviting aromas of cherry cola, blackberry and hard crushed spices, with a lush dose of smoky oak and vanilla. It drinks a bit dense and closed now, with solid tannins and acids hiding the pretty core of cherry fruit. Age through 2004.",,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Silvan Ridge
,Red,US,"A pretty nose, plummy and rich, with a nice toasty, roasted finish. Elegant and medium bodied, in a ripe year like this the fruit gets past all unripe flavors and into some nice, slightly leafy, pretty fruit with hints of cherry tobacco.",Anna Maria - Old Stage Vineyard,22,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Valley View 1999 Anna Maria - Old Stage Vineyard Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-1999-anna-maria-old-stage-vineyard-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1999,Valley View
13.6,Red,US,"If you like yours big and burly, then this might be the right wine for you. Applesauce and lemon meringue pie aromas lead the way toward a palate full of lemon, pineapple, tangerine and vanilla. The finish is stony and leaves a custard-like impression. It's clearly from the barrel-fermented school, but for some that may be fine. For others, however, it will feel overoaked and ponderous on the tongue.",Redwood Ranch,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 2001 Redwood Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-2001-redwood-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Gary Farrell
,White,US,"A touch of the veggies, particularly asparagus and bell pepper, mix with citrus in this fuller-bodied white. While it isn't exactly a heavyweight, the ample body is weighed down by lower than average acidity. On the back end, the long, persistent finish is adequate, but the green element that's so present up front comes back in force.",,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Whitehall Lane
,Red,US,"A bit shy on the nose now, showing herbal, vegetal notes, including tomato and beetroot, accompanied by flamboyant oak. It's unyielding on the palate, too, with some solid tannins to shed. Could blossom after 2003, so give it time in the cellar.",Temperance Hill,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 1999 Temperance Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-1999-temperance-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Westrey
13,Red,Italy,"Melini's Riserva, from a 98 acre vineyard in Radda in Chianti, is still firmly traditional in character. With its firm, dry bitter cherry fruit flavors and just a light touch of wood, it shows how classic Chianti winemaking still has a place, provided it is used in the right way.",Riserva La Selvanella,23,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Melini 1998 Riserva La Selvanella  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-1998-riserva-selvanella-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Melini
13,Red,Chile,"Black cherry and plum fruit flavors are enveloped in chalky mocha notes in the mouth. Cedar, red berry and a tomato-like note show on the nose. A little soft in the mouth, the wine closes with soft tannins and a bit of an herbal-lemony tang.",Edicion Limitada,18,87,Cachapoal Valley,,,Morandé 1999 Edicion Limitada Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-1999-edicion-limitada-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Morandé
,Red,Italy,"From Bolgheri, what's fast becoming the Tuscan Gold Coast, this Cabernet Sauvignon (with 15% Sangiovese) offers complex aromas of bacon, rose hip and vanilla. The palate is more basic than one might expect, given the exclusive neighborhood it comes from. There's round plummy fruit and creamy oak. The chewy, weighty finish is filled with residual plum and cherry flavors.",Paleo,84,87,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Le Macchiole 1998 Paleo  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-macchiole-1998-paleo-red-bolgheri/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Le Macchiole
,Red,US,"Strong scents of hay and grass; it's a bit like old-vine Zin but with more grapey fruit flavors. Grapey, slightly foxy, there is also some loganberry fruit, lots of acid and a good long finish.",Reserve,35,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2000 Reserve Baco Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2000-reserve-other-red-baco-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Baco Noir,2000,Girardet
12.5,Red,Italy,"There's a lot of earthy, meaty qualities to the nose and a lot of cedar as well. The flavors of black cherry and red licorice carry the mildest tartness. Overall it's lean, tight and still a bit tannic. Give it a few more years.",Villa Teseo,13,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castellani 1997 Villa Teseo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-1997-villa-teseo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Castellani
12,White,Australia,"Grapefruit and mint make for an interesting and attractive couple on the nose, while tart citrus and a bit of grass make up the flavor profile. It hails from Western Australia, and overall it gets the job done. On the down side, however, is a slight vinegar note.",,17,87,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Alkoomi 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alkoomi-2001-sauvignon-blanc-frankland-river/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Alkoomi
,White,New Zealand,"Ripe tropical fruit and toasty American oak are a traditional match in Gisborne, and the Ormond bottling from Brancott is a fine example. Sweet caramel, toast with honey and mixed tropical fruit aromas and flavors are rich and full but not heavy.",Ormond Estate,30,87,Gisborne,,,Brancott 1999 Ormond Estate Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1999-ormond-estate-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1999,Brancott
,Red,Italy,"Tight and closed right now, with a touch of sulfur and scrambled eggs on the nose. It's classic Chianti, meaning it's hard in its youth, with racy tannins and not much overt richness. Some caramel appears on the finish, courtesy of the oak. If given time, this wine will certainly open up more than it does currently.",Riserva,23,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Monsanto
,White,Australia,"The bouquet starts off snappy and clean, but with time some pungent sea foam and green-bean aromas arise. Basic pear, melon and green herbs make up the flavor profile, while the short finish, though offering ample pepper and mineral, is lacking in fruit.",,22,87,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Hamelin Bay 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamelin-bay-2001-sauvignon-blanc-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Hamelin Bay
13.5,Red,Italy,"This little brother to vino Nobile embodies the essence of ripe, lip-smacking country wine. But it's no piece of candy; quite the contrary, it's full, rustic and fruit-forward. If elegance isn't the game here, then the big plum flavor and meaty, berry-loaded finish is.",,20,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 2000  Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-2000-sangiovese-rosso-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,2000,Poliziano
13.5,White,US,"The treatment here is fermentation in stainless steel, and the wine shows ripe, tart, tangy fruit. Mostly melon and kiwi flavors, good weight on the palate, and little if any oak.",,20,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Torii Mor
13.5,White,US,"This is a big-flavored wine, aged sur lie, and about 30% was barreled in new French oak. There are pleasant vanilla, lime andapricot flavors, a creamy mouthfeel and a toasty edge to the finish.",,18,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Torii Mor 2000 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-2000-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Torii Mor
,White,US,"The bouquet is a bit flat at first, offering nothing more than white stone fruits and pear. Green melon is amplified by a dose of white pepper on the palate, while the finish is layered and solid; it's the best part of the wine by far.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spottswoode 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spottswoode-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Spottswoode
13,White,New Zealand,"The bouquet here is not for the weak; it's intense, with cat pee, herbs and some sulfur. Passion fruit, pineapple and green apple flavors vie for first billing in the mouth, while the finish is long and tight. It's a funky wine, one that tastes better than it smells.",,16,87,Marlborough,,,Lawson's Dry Hills 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawsons-dry-hills-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Lawson's Dry Hills
13,Red,Italy,"Bramble and mixed berries comprise the nose of this youthful Chianti, which offers doses of leather, earth, cherry and boysenberry. On the finish, it fans out in an airy sort of way, which means it should be at its best over the next year or so.",Scassino,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Terrabianca 2000 Scassino  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-2000-scassino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,Terrabianca
13,White,New Zealand,"The bouquet here is confounding. It has some green vegetable and cat-pee qualities as well as white stone fruits, sulfur and popcorn. In a word, it's complicated. In the mouth, grapefruit and celery flavors mingle with green grapes, while on the back end it's chalky and rather tart. The overall acidity is high, and there's one important thing missing here: balance.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Wairau River
,Red,US,"Sweet, grapey fruit, plum and cherry, enhanced with peppery spice. The tannins are a bit ashy, but well integrated; with not too much oak. Overall, a balanced and elegant approach.",Anna Maria,30,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Valley View 1999 Anna Maria Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-1999-anna-maria-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,1999,Valley View
,White,US,"A really nice wine, refreshing and light, with delicate lemon-grapefruit flavors complexed with creamy lees. The acidity is very crisp and assertive. No discernible oak at all, and with this pretty fruit and structure, it doesn't need any.",,13,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Oak Knoll
12.5,White,Chile,"Grassy tropical fruit and melon aromas lead to chalk and lemon-lime rind flavors on the palate. It's lean in the mouth, for the most part. Stony-mineral flavors and a nice jalapeño note bat cleanup. 3,000 cases produced.",,11,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Morandé
12.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and juicy, and overall quite tasty. It begins with a lot of red fruit, and in the mouth it's more of the same with no rough edges. It's a seamless Chianti, a sure hit in the trattorias. And there's nothing wrong with the smooth raspberry finish that features some creamy vanilla oak.",Pèppoli,23,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antinori 1999 Pèppoli  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1999-peppoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Antinori
13,White,US,"Fragrant, with aromas of pear, pink grapefruit and wet stones. Similar flavors carry onto the palate, which also tosses out some banana and melon. The finish is thinner than might be expected given the fact that this has a soft, big body.",Soliloquy,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Soliloquy Sauvignon Musqué (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-soliloquy-sauvignon-blanc-musque-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Musqué,1999,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"This is a reserve style wine that is made in non-reserve years. A step up from their “Umpqua” bottling, with more texture, firm fruit and it moves past light cherry flavors into some tart berry.",Barrel Select,25,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 1998 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1998-barrel-select-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Henry Estate
,Red,US,"The winery feels that this is their best Pinot Noir, and prices it accordingly. Concentrated and balanced, it shows some grassy flavors along with the sweet fruit. Very tannic. Just one barrel—20 cases—was made.",Premiere Cuvée,59,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 1999 Premiere Cuvée Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-1999-premiere-cuvee-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Girardet
13,White,South Africa,"The initial aromatics are of grapefruit, a grassy field, a nip of lilac and some pine. The flavors that follow are mostly in the pear, apple and lemon categories, while a little vanilla manages to work itself onto the short, clean finish. The mouthfeel is perfectly adequate, while overall it provides good character.",,15,87,Franschhoek,,,Dieu Donne 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dieu-donne-2001-sauvignon-blanc-franschhoek/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Dieu Donne
,White,US,"This seems a bit overripe in the nose; definitely an ultraripe style, with flavors of peach, apricot and mango. Real tropical, still has decent acids, but the fruit went a bit too far, and there is a definite sweetness too, along with some breakfast toast oak.",Cote Sud Vineyard,35,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 1999 Cote Sud Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-1999-cote-sud-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Serene
,Red,US,"This shows excellent focus and spice in the nose, with scents of cardamom and clove reminiscent of a good Mendocino Pinot. Plenty of flavor up front, but the wine loses it in the middle palate. It finishes with a soft, spicy, slightly banana flavor, a bit out of balance.",Reserve,18,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Bridgeview 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bridgeview
,Red,Italy,"Made entirely from Cabernet Sauvignon, Nemo is hard to analyze. It has typical Cabernet plum and cassis aromas, but also the scent of pickles. The palate is very soft, especially compared to the estate's Chianti. Flavorsof soy sauce, licorice and green pepper make for a confusing palate. It has its virtues, but also some faults. Hence the rating.",Nemo,38,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 1998 Nemo Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1998-nemo-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Castello di Monsanto
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Rounder and plummier than you might expect, thanks to only 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, with the rest being Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec. Nicely integrated cedar, mocha and dried herb notes round out the flavors, finishing with fresh acidity. Drink now–2005.",Private Bin,19,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Villa Maria 2000 Private Bin Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2000-private-bin-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Villa Maria
,White,US,,Jacob-Hart Vineyard Reserve,18,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 1999 Jacob-Hart Vineyard Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-jacob-hart-vineyard-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1999,Rex Hill
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Some oak adds butter, vanilla and cream to the nose, and then melon, banana and citrus come on in spades on the palate. The barrel influence provides a fine mouthfeel, and the finish is properly acidic, tangy and eminently clean. Even with the oak, this is a sure thing with shellfish.",Reserve,15,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Mills Reef
11.5,White,New Zealand,"With almost 2% residual sugar, you might expect this wine to taste sweet. It does—to a point. The strong lime-like finish provides a balancing counterpoint that makes this floral wine very drinkable with food. Clove and cinnamon notes add complexity to ripe pear fruit.",Classic,15,88,Marlborough,,,Framingham 2001 Classic Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/framingham-2001-classic-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Framingham
,White,US,"Dijon clone again. This has just the vaguest hint of onion, but otherwise is much improved over this property's '99. There is good, juicy, crisp fruit mixing apple/apricot and light citrus. Balanced acids and a well integrated middle that leads into a somewhat hot, stiff finish. Young and edgy, but well made.",Clos du Soleil Vineyard,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Serene 2000 Clos du Soleil Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-serene-2000-clos-soleil-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaine Serene
,Red,Italy,"In this vintage, Monsanto's flagship wine, made from 90% Sangiovese Grosso, is a prime example of traditional Chianti. It features racy, dry cherry fruit, hard edges and structure galore. Whether it will evolve into a more open and friendly wine remains to be seen; normally Il Poggio ages well and improves in the bottle.",Il Poggio Riserva,50,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1998 Il Poggio Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1998-il-poggio-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese Grosso,1998,Castello di Monsanto
,White,US,"About 40% is  barrel aged and put through malolactic. This is a heavier, more substantial effort than their regular Chardonnay, with more butterscotch flavors showing. With good fruit, some weight and texture, it's well made and a good value.",Blue Moon,10,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Blue Moon Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-blue-moon-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Bridgeview
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This restaurant favorite struts its stuff in the nose, providing an ample blast of pungent grapefruit, passion fruit and mint. The palate is mildly grassy, with yet more grapefruit along with touches of flint and stone. The finish is clean and proper, with citrus flavors flowing on a stream of vital acidity.",Reserve,18,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Brancott
13.1,Red,Italy,"Very ripe, with earthy aromas of black plum, berry liqueur and bitter chocolate. The mouthfeel is meaty and muscular, but not hard. A wall of moderate tannins builds after a few sips, but the overall feel is still soft. The finish is medium in length, with adequate depth.",Riserva - Don Alberto,40,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Miccine 1998 Riserva - Don Alberto  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-miccine-1998-riserva-don-alberto-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Le Miccine
13,White,US,"Buttered toast and baked bread aromas announce that this is a well-oaked SB. Apple, melon and lemon flavors all get support from powerful oak, while the finish is spicy, toasty, warm and full. This is a flavorful, full-bodied wine, but it is on the opposite end of the spectrum from lean.",,16,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 1999 Fumé Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1999-sauvignon-blanc-fume-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Steele
12.5,White,US,"Their estate Chardonnay is all barrel fermented. A bigger style, with lots of texture but not too much oak. Leesy, creamy, with buttery, tropical fruit. Again, well-balanced and stylish.",Estate,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Paschal 2000 Estate Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-2000-estate-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Paschal
,White,US,"All stainless steel fermented using Dijon clones. A clean, delicate style, but with an elegant touch and nuances of honey, clove. Very well balanced and textured, with a light but long progression of flavors.",,16,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Paschal 1999 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-1999-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Paschal
13,White,Italy,"Mildly grassy in the nose, with accents of fig, melon and citrus rind. It's got some hay and funky earthiness to the otherwise tangy, citrus-driven palate. The acidity isn't overpowering, so the mouthfeel is a bit creamy. Overall it's a good mainstream wine unlikely to offend anyone.",,19,88,,Friuli Aquileia,,Foffani 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foffani-2000-sauvignon-blanc-friuli-aquileia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Foffani
,Red,Italy,"Here's a super Tuscan that's made for food, not fireside sipping. It's full of red fruit, mostly currants and plum. There's a menthol/eucalyptus element in there as well. It's already into its aging process and it'll be at its best in another couple of years. However, for a well-regarded wine that's all Cabernet, it is a tad thin in the middle.",Selvamaggio,27,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa La Selva 1997 Selvamaggio Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-selva-1997-selvamaggio-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Villa La Selva
13.5,White,Spain,"This is quite meaty, oaky and powerful, with a buttery texture supporting soft citrus, melon and green apple flavors. A smoky, toasty finish screams of the oak treatment it went through, and while it's soft and luscious throughout, it's a tad flat as well.",Fransola,22,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 2000 Fransola Sauvignon Blanc (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-2000-fransola-sauvignon-blanc-penedes/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Torres
,Red,US,"Ripe, premium fruit and fairly high alcohol levels define this wine. A hot year and ripe fruit combine to create complexity in the nose, with an interesting mix of spices (cardamom, clove), lots of tannin, some darker fruit, and hints of smoke and earth. The only down side: it lacks weight and it finishes very tannic.",Reserve,35,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Girardet
13.5,White,US,"Talk about an assorted but attractive bouquet: this has lemon, peach, dried herbs—even some honey. The flavors veer mostly toward citrus—predominantly lemon and orange. But there's a touch of sweet pineapple in there, too. The finish is spicy and maintains the citrus from the palate, but it does tail off a bit heavy and hot.",Reserve,19,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-central-coast-paso-robles/,Fumé Blanc,2000,EOS
13.5,White,France,"Open and inviting, this wine lays out traditional Chardonnay aromas and flavors of peach and citrus accented by toasty oak in a powerful and easily understood wine. There's a certain lack of finesse that's more than made up for by rich and expressive flavors.",,44,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2000  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Like a fairway-splitting drive in golf, this wine is just what the masses want: It's full of grapefruit, passion fruit, gooseberry and citrus rind. The acidity, however, is pounding, so the finish might sweat your tongue a bit, thereby yielding a juicy mouthfeel. Overall, it starts well and then fades a bit.",,18,88,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Nautilus
,Red,Italy,"This is but the second vintage in the states of this rich, internationally styled Sangiovese from this catch-all DOC near Montalcino. It's chewy, thick and packed full of black plum and blackberry. Full yet nonaggressive tannins solidify the balance, while potent hints of bitter chocolate and coffee rise up on the finish.",,17,88,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Fanti 2000 Sangiovese (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-2000-sangiovese-santantimo/,Sangiovese,2000,Fanti
13.5,White,US,"Muscular, mildly sweaty aromatics make this a little tough to get into, but the flavors are really elevated and complex. There's layered citrus, slate, licorice and spice all working together. The texture is nice, with spiciness coming on late. A bit of sweetness properly offsets the spicy, peppery quality to the finish.",,21,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Duckhorn
,White,US,"Lean and crisp despite bells and whistles of barrel fermentation and lees aging. Sure, that adds richness and depth, but the wine stays true to its roots with high acidity and the flavor profile of apples, not pineapples. It's a distinguished wine. That's not a technical term, but it gets the point across.",,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bergström 2000 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bergstrom-2000-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Bergström
,Red,US,"Intense, fruity, soft and sensuous, this sweet and pretty wine features whole cluster fermentation. It is lively and balanced, fruity and smooth. Terrific for summer sipping.",,18,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 2000 Dolcetto (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-2000-italian-red-dolcetto-southern-umpqua-valley/,Dolcetto,2000,Abacela
12.8,White,France,"Maison Louis Latour doesn't make this pricey Pouilly-Fumé, but is responsible for its commercialization in the U.S. Slightly grassy nuances accent gooseberry and grapefruit aromas, while the palate picks up a pleasant creaminess and weight. The crisp finish is dry and flinty, garnished by fresh green herbs.",,32,88,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Château de Tracy 1999  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tracy-1999-chardonnay-pouilly-fume/,Chardonnay,1999,Château de Tracy
,Red,Italy,,Riserva O'leandro,,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cennatoio 1998 Riserva O'leandro  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cennatoio-1998-riserva-oleandro-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Cennatoio
13,White,US,"Grapefruit mixed with honey and some green veggies welcome you in, while the intriguing palate provides citrus, more honey, apricots and even some scallions. Simple and straightforward it's not; but it is fairly easy to drink. Served chilled on the front porch during the summer.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Voss
,White,US,"Light and clean in the nose, with attractive hints of nutmeg and other baking spices. It's certainly not dull, what with its fresh grapefruit, nectarine and tangerine flavors. A crisp, refreshing finish is the final act, making it perfect to accompany shellfish.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Frog's Leap
,Red,Italy,"This wine is surprisingly accessible for a 1997 Brunello, which is both its attraction and its failing. It lacks the power of many wines of this vintage, but has generous ripe fruit and dry tannins that balance well. A medium-term wine. Drink after seven or eight years.",,90,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Valdicava 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdicava-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Valdicava
,Red,Italy,"There's plenty of pop to this bright, tight versatile red. Pretty full-fruited aromas rise up along with earth, leather and spice. The lively palate races with blackberry, and the finish is satisfyingly long and clean as a whistle. Youth should be served here; drinking this Sangiovese now is the way to go.",,14,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Val delle Rose 1999  Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-delle-rose-1999-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1999,Val delle Rose
13.5,White,France,"This is a big, bold wine with scents of ripe pear and a hint of anise. The fruit seems to grow and add dimension in the mouth, featuring pears and peaches that are topped off with a dollop of spicy oak and butter.",Les Chenevottes,47,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2000 Les Chenevottes  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chenevottes-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,Italy,"Fresh and full, with a deep berry nose, drying tannins and ample but not overdone oak. In the mouth, it's pretty solid, and the cherry and black-plum fruit is clean and tasty. It's on the stout side, with youthful acidity and a good deal of warmth to the smoky finish. From Poliziano.",,18,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Lohsa 2000  Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lohsa-2000-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,2000,Lohsa
13.5,White,France,"California comes to Burgundy in this wine, which features aromas of toast, caramel and butterscotch and flavors of buttered baked apples. Lush and obvious; even shows a bit of California-esque heat on the finish.",Goutte d'Or Premier Cru,54,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2000 Goutte d'Or Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-goutte-dor-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,Italy,"Saturated purple in color; this Sangiovese-Cabernet-Merlot blend is heavily oaked, so much so that it hints at popcorn. Beyond the wood, however, are notes of root beer and smoked meat. The palate has some hard tannins and the oak is once again strong; it literally takes on a buttery flavor. The finish is the best part: It's all about thick black fruit.",Modus,40,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 1999 Modus Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1999-modus-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Ruffino
13,White,US,"Very grassy and citrusy, with hints of garden-fresh vegetables and a slight floral note. It's light and almost airy on the tongue, finishing crisp and clean. A refreshing burst of anise caps things off.",SLD,23,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 2000 SLD Sauvignon Blanc (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-sld-sauvignon-blanc-napa-stags-leap-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Robert Mondavi
12.6,White,New Zealand,"A classic NZ Riesling that's all about fruit: apples, pears and limes on the nose, with more of the same in the mouth. Medium-weight, but balanced by plenty of racy acidity that turns tart and malic on the finish.",,14,88,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2001 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2001-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Omaka Springs
,Red,Italy,,Riserva Montegiachi,20,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico 1998 Riserva Montegiachi  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agricoltori-chianti-geografico-1998-riserva-montegiachi-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Agricoltori del Chianti Geografico
,Red,Italy,"A persistent ripe cheesy aroma is the only thing that mars this Cabernet-based big brother to Belcore. There's ample black fruit to the palate and a full blast of espresso on the smooth finish. It's young now, but already it's opening up. Maybe the funky aromatics will subside with additional bottle age.",Dulcamara,55,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,I Giusti e Zanza 1999 Dulcamara Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/i-giusti-e-zanza-1999-dulcamara-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,I Giusti e Zanza
,White,US,"This is a quaffable (about 10% alcohol), off, dry white wine, with intense, clean, lovely floral flavors. Citrus and citrus blossom mingle, making it almost like a still version of Prosecco. There is a surprisingly long finish with spicy floral flavors, intense and flavorful.",,9,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 2001 Müller-Thurgau (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-2001-other-white-muller-thurgau-southern-umpqua-valley/,Müller-Thurgau,2001,Henry Estate
,White,US,"About 15,000 cases were made of this simple, stainless-fermented, very clean and fruity wine. Nice cinnamon spice and light hazelnut flavors light up the finish. A lot of flavor and style for this price.",,7,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Bridgeview
12.5,Red,Chile,"Fruit for this Bordeaux blend (it's only 80% Cab) is grown organically in Maipo Valley's San Bernardo Vineyard.  Though the nose is a bit closed, black pepper, dried herb and toast aromas still peek through. A long, tannin-and-char finish punctuates the blackberry, cream and oak palate flavors. It's a little tight now, and will be better in a year or two.",,30,89,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Morandé
13,White,New Zealand,"Aromas of toast, apricot, mint, honey and field dust make for a complex bouquet. The honeyed palate yields a trace of green herbs along with lemon rind and white pepper. Obviously there's a lot going on here, and for some it may be too “out there.” For others it will be a spot-on Kiwi offering with lots of individuality and character.",,19,89,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2000-sauvignon-blanc-waipara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pegasus Bay
13.8,White,US,"This big-bodied wine is full of smoke, toast and custard in the nose, sure signs of barrel fermentation or aging. The mouth is packed with thick, custardy citrus fruit, which renders it a bit like orange-tinged flan. Fortunately, it retains its acids, which keeps it well balanced despite the heavy oaking it went through.",,17,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Foley 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Foley
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"In time, this may surpass the regular bottling, but for now it trails by a nose, thanks to some mushroom, bracken and lima bean scents that dampen the cola and beet flavors. As always, it's big, rich and full-bodied. Try in 2005.",Block 3,50,89,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2000 Block 3 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2000-block-3-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2000,Felton Road
,White,New Zealand,"Hawkes Bay is typically slightly warmer than Marlborough and its Sauvignons less green; this one bucks the trend, showing green bell pepper, herbs and lime, layered with warm apricot fruit. Lacks only a little cut to elevate it into the 90s, but that same softness makes it very approachable and easy to enjoy.",,19,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Esk Valley 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esk-valley-2001-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Esk Valley
13,White,Italy,"In northeast Italy (in this case Alto Adige) they don't use the “Blanc” qualifier, but this is definitely SB. Lemon and mineral qualities are strong on the nose and in the mouth, while driving acids create a mouth-watering feel. While citrus rind and a touch of toast offer nice secondary qualities, the main flavors are apple and something akin to tangerine. A distant almond marzipan note comes on as a lasting final impression.",Winkle,18,89,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 2000 Winkle Sauvignon Blanc (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-2000-winkle-sauvignon-blanc-alto-adige/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Cantina Terlano
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Round and fruity, with aromas of ginger, pineapple and mango. This is one of the most popular SBs in the world, and it's easy to see why. It's loaded with sweet, inoffensive citrus fruit and it comes with a soft, plush mouthfeel that's sure to win people over.",,22,89,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Cloudy Bay
,White,US,"Passion fruit, citrus and other nice aromatics make for a pretty nose, which is followed by genuinely good and correct flavors such as grapefruit, lemon and citrus rind. The finish is also quite nice, with a certain roundness and acidity that makes it tantalizing and tasty.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Bernardus 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Bernardus
13.5,White,France,"Butter, pain grillé and roasted nut aromas expand on the palate into honey, peach and tangerine flavors, accented by citrus and mineral notes. Spicy (white peppery) on the finish.",Morgeot,50,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2000 Morgeot  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-morgeot-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,Italy,"Mazzei, the family behind Fonterutoli in Chianti, is the maker of this 100% Sangiovese, which offers a strong, piercing nose of earth, leather, red fruit and oak. If given time in the glass, the muscular palate loosens its stern grip, unveiling a nice underlay of plum, berries and oak. Far better than pedestrian, this is a sturdy, well-made Tuscan red.",,20,89,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Tenuta Belguardo 1999  Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-belguardo-1999-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1999,Tenuta Belguardo
,Red,Italy,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Jacopo Biondi Santi's Maremma estate is open-knit and sweet. Some creamy oak and loads of red raspberry make for an extremely cheerful wine, but one that doesn't have the tight grip and structure generally associated with varietal Cabernet.",Montepaone,45,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Montepò 1997 Montepaone Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-montepo-1997-montepaone-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Castello di Montepò
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Melon, citrus and green-bean aromas get a lift from some smoky oak. The thick, meaty palate is also a tad oaky, but it comes through with plenty of ripe melon, citrus and a hint of butterscotch—presumably from the oak. The finish is full and evolves in layers, always a good sign of a wine's overall quality.",Reserve,24,89,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2000 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Wairau River
13,White,US,"Very funky and confounding at first, but then it opens to reveal smoke, stone fruit and mineral aromas. The mouth is quite spicy, with green herbs accenting citrus and mineral. The tangy lemon finish has a chalky grip to it, which only adds to the overall complexity of this unique Napa white.",Unfiltered,19,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 2000 Unfiltered Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-unfiltered-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Robert Mondavi
,Red,Italy,"As an expression of pure power, this wine is hard to beat. It has the classic Brunello color—red with edges of brick. The aromas are of bitter coffee, herbs and mature, ripe fruit. On the palate, the concentration is enormous, the tannins pack a serious punch and the supermature fruit is black and bright. All this gives it a one-dimensional, if impressive quality.",,,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castiglion del Bosco 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castiglion-bosco-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Castiglion del Bosco
13.5,White,France,"In contrast to many of the other wines, this one starts off tight, with only faint lime and mineral notes on the nose. But it blossoms with air, stubbornly yielding up taut citrus flavors that flow over the palate with an almost gritty, powdered-rock texture.",Chateau De Blagny Premier Cru,40,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 2000 Chateau De Blagny Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-chateau-blagny-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,US,"Three different clones are used, all estate grown. There's a lovely wild clover scent to it, and very tart, dark fruit. Though it needs more time to smooth out, it shows streaks of iron and mineral, adding excellent flavor and depth. Structured to age.",,29,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 1999 Tempranillo (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-1999-tempranillo-southern-umpqua-valley/,Tempranillo,1999,Abacela
,White,US,"This is soft, forward and fruity, with a somewhat flat mouthfeel. Soft, buttery oak rounds out into a smooth, silky finsh. Very seductive and caramel flavored, long, satiny finish. A drink-now bottle, not for aging.",Nuthouse,28,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1999 Nuthouse Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1999-nuthouse-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Argyle
13,White,US,"This is the first reserve for Bridgeview. It's a block selection, treated the same as their regular bottling; i.e., all stainless, no malolactic. That said, it has an extra dimension, good texture, more elegance and lovely fruit.",Reserve,16,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Bridgeview
,White,US,"This is a very clean, well-balanced wine, with nice hints of honey but not too much, and a lightly spicy finish.",Cuvée Forets Diverses,25,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Hamacher 1999 Cuvée Forets Diverses Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1999-cuvee-forets-diverses-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Hamacher
13,White,New Zealand,"Sharp, piercing aromas of pineapple and steel yield a bit prior to a tangy, citrusy palate. There's some chalk and slate on the finish, which adds an element of complexity. The only noticeable fault here is a candied sweetness at the tail end",,17,89,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Omaka Springs
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a complex bruiser that will appeal to those willing to give it at least three years in the cellar; it's that tight and young now. Oak is a big player on the nose and in the mouth, and the acids are very alive, so as a result some might find it aggressive (all the more reason to lay it down until 2006). There is plenty of earth and minerals throughout, and it's tight as nails on the finish.",Asinone,45,89,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Poliziano 1998 Asinone  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poliziano-1998-asinone-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1998,Poliziano
13.9,White,US,"From the get-go it's a big, full grapefruit-driven wine that's laced with smoke and vanilla. Citrus, mostly lemon, is the taste profile, while good lively acids power the tight, lemony finish. Serve chilled alongside a platter of tasty appetizers.",,22,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Matanzas Creek
13.5,White,France,"A bit tighter than some of the other wines, even showing some sulfur aromas that gradually ease up. Toasty wood notes accent pear and lime fruit, developing into dried spice nuances on the long, minerally finish.",Sous Le Puits,44,89,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2000 Sous Le Puits  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-sous-le-puits-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
,Red,Italy,"Interesting and complex,  combines sweet raspberry and black cherry flavors with earthy notes. Soft tannins make it instantly accessible, while crisp acidity provides balance. Turns simple in the middle palate, but is saved by a rich finish. A blend of 85% Sangiovese and 15% Merlot.",,28,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Lucente 1998 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucente-1998-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Lucente
,Red,US,"At the top of the Rancho Zabaco hierarchy are the Zinfandels from the company's Chiotti and Stefani vineyards. Unfortunately there will be no Stefani in 2000, but the Chiotti is very good. It's very young, and takes a bit of coaxing to tease out aromas of toast, dried spices and blackberries before flowing smoothly across the palate in a wave of briary fruit. Finishes with firm acidity and a bit of black pepper. Drink now.",Chiotti Vineyard,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2000 Chiotti Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2000-chiotti-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,Italy,,Greppone Mazzi,70,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ruffino 1997 Greppone Mazzi  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1997-greppone-mazzi-brunello-di-montalcino-17951/,Sangiovese,1997,Ruffino
,Red,US,"Smells young, fresh, and oaky, with flamboyant black-cherry fruit as well as roasted coffeebean and oriental spices. Very rich and extracted, with dry-cherry fruit and a creamy texture. It's a bit hard now with tannins, so give it a few years, or drink it sooner with duck or lamb.",Reserve,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Yamhill Valley 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Yamhill Valley
,White,US,"This limited (250 case) production, Dijon-clone wine shows the ripe, bright flavor profile of the ""new"" Oregon Chardonnays. Oily and slightly hot, with opulent, assertive, high-toned aromas, it is a big wine that finishes with a burst of sweet vanilla.",Estelle,25,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 1999 Estelle Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1999-estelle-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,WillaKenzie Estate
,Red,US,"Sweet fruit, pure and crystal clear defines this single-vineyard effort from King Estate. It's a crisp, tight Pinot with firm fruit and a concentrated, spicy middle. Nothing jammy or over the top, but well made and knit together. This is the third year they have made the wine, though just the second “official” release.",Pfeiffer Vineyards,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 1999 Pfeiffer Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1999-pfeiffer-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,King Estate
,Red,Italy,"From near the Tuscan coast comes this Bordeaux-style blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc. It's a little rusty in color, with aromas of molasses and plums. The balance is classic, and there's a hint of Médoc earthiness to it, maybe from the Cab Franc. With softer tannins than many, it's already drinkable.",Le Marze,40,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Elisabetta 1998 Le Marze Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elisabetta-1998-le-marze-red-toscana/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Elisabetta
13,White,New Zealand,"Pink grapefruit, gooseberries and a floral accent mark the attractive bouquet of this winner. Round melon, kiwi and natural spice flavors do a dance on the palate, which also features red currants and more of the grapefruit present in the nose. The finish is lengthy and amply layered, so it goes out the way it comes in: with class.",,15,90,Marlborough,,,Shepherds Ridge 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shepherds-ridge-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Shepherds Ridge
,White,France,"The tight bouquet tosses off a touch of mustard seed, lemon and lees. The mouth is full and round, bordering on plump. There is pineapple and mango to the sweet-fruit finish, and it goes down easily. It's the quintessential ready-to-drink Loire white.",,24,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy 2000  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-nicolas-reverdy-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pascal & Nicolas Reverdy
12.5,White,France,"Among the range of Jolivet's 2000 Sancerres, Les Cailottes is the winner, hands down. It's zesty, with chalk and mineral qualities. The nose is clean, stony and pungent, while the flavors that come next are pure and ripe citrus and melon, with just a nip of honey. It closes out firm, round and full, and with elegance.",Les Caillottes,22,90,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal Jolivet 2000 Les Caillottes  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-jolivet-2000-caillottes-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pascal Jolivet
13,Red,Italy,"Fans of full-bodied reds should like this Cabernet/Merlot blend for its pure berry and mint aromas, its ruby luster, and dry, clean raspberry and chocolate flavors. There are full tannins now, indicating that it will age well for about five years, maybe more. And it finishes nicely.",Excelsus,73,90,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 1998 Excelsus Red (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1998-excelsus-red-santantimo/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Castello Banfi
14.3,White,US,"Another beautifully crafted wine from Chehalem, this combines inviting citrus, melon and papaya fruit with just the right amount of buttered popcorn flavors from new oak. Silky and elegant, it is delicious now but will cellar well.",,19,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Chehalem
13.5,White,New Zealand,"What a clean, pretty fruit-and-flowers nose this has, and theflavors don't disappoint. Melon and citrus dominate, but it's all ripe fruit and not the least bit lean. The tail end is lengthy and layered, if maybe a bit chalky. But all in all this wine delivers the goods with a smile.",,15,90,Marlborough,,,Konrad & Conrad 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/konrad-conrad-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Konrad & Conrad
,Red,Italy,"Super ripe, with vivacious, youthful plum and berry fruit. This Sangiovese/ Cabernet Sauvignon blend from near Scansano is solid and sassy, with lots of spunk. The finish is long and very fruity, with lively tannins. It can be drunk now, but it could probably use a couple of years to fully come together.",Ceccante,43,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Il Grillesino 1999 Ceccante Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-grillesino-1999-ceccante-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Il Grillesino
13,White,New Zealand,"Score another for this Marlborough winery. Its SB mixes healthy doses of green pepper and snap peas with requisite citrus characteristics, and then underneath the surface there are notes of peach, melon and cream. It's a full-bodied wine, with a medium-length citrus finish and lots of texture and character. All in all it represents its homeland and the grape variety well.",,16,90,Marlborough,,,Whitehaven 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehaven-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Whitehaven
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Lime, mineral and grass make up the pungent, pulsating bouquet. Apricots and peaches comprise the stone-fruit-dominated palate, which is touched up by a pinch of honey. There's a nice tang and snap to the finish, which offers a little white pepper just to make things interesting.",The Stones,15,90,Marlborough,,,Cairnbrae 2001 The Stones Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairnbrae-2001-stones-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Cairnbrae
,White,US,"Scents of hay and alfalfa open into an elegant, stylish wine with lovely textures. It is lightly citric, with pretty nuances of grass, hints of honey and tea. The winemaker has a gentle, delicate touch with all his wines, but this is the best of the best. Just 100 cases were produced.",,16,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Paschal 2000 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-2000-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Paschal
,White,New Zealand,"Right from the start this is clean, snappy and peppery, with an added touch of butter and honey. Lemon-lime flavors get a boost from fresh green herbs and white pepper, while the finish is spot-on. At one moment it's razor-sharp and cleansing, and then it opens up to offer citrus and mineral.",,15,90,Marlborough,,,Mount Riley 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-riley-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Mount Riley
,Red,Italy,"This wine comes from the branch of the Folonari family that moved out of Ruffino after a recent re-organization of the company. It is a nicely understated wine, showing great style, with new wood and dusty tannin flavors combining with smooth, modern fruit. The acidity is just too dominant at the end, but otherwise a delicate, elegant performance.",,,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta La Fuga 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fuga-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenuta La Fuga
,Red,Italy,"Here is a popular winery that just keeps on producing attractive, well-priced wines. This Riserva 1998 manages to combine soft, quaffable fruit with generous, almost opulent richness. There's something brooding about the firm tannins and tarry flavors, but the fruit is just deliciously ripe.",Riserva,18,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Rocca delle Macìe
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Fans of New Zealand's SBs will like this wine's racy nose, which is packed with minerals, some stoniness, melon, and a hint of grassiness. Citrus is in full force in the mouth, aided by a touch of green herbs and a white-pepper spice. The finish is elegant and offers hints of grapefruit. It's a youthful, fresh wine; one that will go well with salads or fish.",Private Bin,15,90,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2001 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2001-private-bin-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Villa Maria
,Red,Italy,"Musclebound with an earthy, spicy character to the nose. The body is fleshy but pure, offering black cherry flavors accented by tar and licorice. It finishes smooth, with just the right touch of vanilla oak. It's a polished Brunello, good for near-term drinking, but also a candidate for the cellar.",Greppone Mazzi,60,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ruffino 1997 Greppone Mazzi  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1997-greppone-mazzi-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Ruffino
,White,US,"You'll find lots of concentration in this dry, nicely drinkable wine, which opens with citrus and mineral aromas and an inviting waft of white chocolate. It's an earth-driven wine. The citrus flavors are strong but not overpowering. You get the impression of crushed fresh herbs: parsley, mint, cilantro. It's dry and crisp and an excellent white wine.",Reserve,18,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 2000 Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2000-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Rex Hill
,Red,Italy,"This is no simple red; deep black fruit and leather aromas suggest an intense, young untamed wine. It's rugged and muscular, with an opaque color, tight tannins that starch the cheeks, and a powerful, multilayered finish. Baby Brunello? Hardly. This is a full-grown wine all its own, and it still needs several more years to open up.",,33,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Salicutti 1999  Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salicutti-1999-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1999,Salicutti
,Red,US,"Intense, spicy and richly fruity nose. Already meaty, bloody and gamy; this really hits the mark for this variety. Good acids, weight and balance. It's a very sexy wine, with a long, concentrated finish that shows extracted berry fruit and layers of mineral and earth, with just the barest hint of roasted barrel.",,27,90,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 1999 Syrah (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-umpqua-valley/,Syrah,1999,Abacela
13.4,White,New Zealand,"Citrus and gooseberry define the all-fruit nose. In the mouth, you'll encounter the full allotment of cantaloupe, citrus and green herbs, particularly basil. The tangy finish is like grapefruit sorbet after a nice meal; it cleanses the palate, leaving no residue at all. It's refined, racy and tips the scale at just the right weight.",Old Renwick Vineyard,17,90,Marlborough,,,Craggy Range 2001 Old Renwick Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-2001-old-renwick-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Craggy Range
13,Red,Italy,"Like many wines from this producer, it excels because of its sheer drinkability. They are using more new wood flavors than in the past, but the beautifully perfumed, vibrant fruit, deep acidity and light elegance reveal a wine that will age well, as well as being drinkable now.",Riserva,22,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Carpineto 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Carpineto
13.5,Red,Italy,"Very much a baby, this is one big, bold, burly Cab-Merlot-Syrah blend that's filled to the brim with extracted plum fruit, bitter chocolate and earth. It takes a long time in the glass for it to lose its youthful, funky aromatics, and on the palate things are still a bit scattered. But in due time things will settle and integrate",Ghiaie Della Furba,49,90,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Capezzana 1999 Ghiaie Della Furba Red (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-1999-ghiaie-della-furba-red-tuscany/,Red Blend,1999,Capezzana
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"The undesignated Pinot from Felton Road is normally a pretty approachable bottling, but in 2000, it's a big, brooding wine that needs time to unwind. Complex aromas of chocolate, dark plums and smoke are complemented by a hint of root vegetables. Finishes with notes of coffee and tart cherries.",,40,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2000-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2000,Felton Road
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A big, mouth-filling Merlot, loaded with mocha, black cherries and dried herbs and picking up anise and vanilla notes on the finish. The mouthfeel is special, leaving a creamy coating of tannins behind as the flavors do a slow, delicate fade. Food pairing might be problematic in its youthful baby fat—it's probably best alone or with cheese now, or age it a few years and serve with herb-crusted roasts.",Seven Poplars Vineyard,,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Craggy Range 1999 Seven Poplars Vineyard Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craggy-range-1999-seven-poplars-vineyard-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1999,Craggy Range
14,White,US,"White stone fruits, some smoke and toast, and ample spice makes the entrance to this wine really inviting. There's plenty of richness to the mouth, which is jammed with lemon, lime and a balancing dryness not unlike chalk. The fade is pure and dry, offering long nuances of spicy oak and white pepper. It's a wine that's integrated and satisfying.",Estate,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Benziger 2000 Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2000-estate-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Benziger
,Red,US,"A finesse style, elegant and soft. Smooth, fruit forward, and perfectly balanced. Nothing out of proportion, no hint of stem or harsh or bitter tannins. There is a lovely purity of fruit, mixed red fruits, plum and cherry. A mere hint of chocolate shavings, but the oak is minimal, perhaps too minimal.",Reserve,35,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,King Estate
13.5,White,New Zealand,"From the Awatere subsection of Marlborough, this wine is all about balance and tang. The nose offers cantaloupe, white peach and a welcome hint of green pepper. Tangerine and melon fruit mix on the palate, which is defined by its stony feel. The finish is ample and quite citrusy, and overall this wine features a bright, likable disposition.",Awatere Valley,16,90,Marlborough,,,The Crossings 2001 Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crossings-2001-awatere-valley-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,The Crossings
14.2,White,US,"In this vintage, one of Sonoma's top SBs scores points in all the requisite areas. A tiny bit of talc softens the tropical fruit bouquet. More exotic fruit is on the palate, highlighted by firm edges and some citrus rind. A bit of banana sweetens the long, dry finish, leaving you with the right overall impression.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-2001-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Rochioli
13.5,Red,Italy,"Year in and year out this estate leads the way with so-called Baby Brunello. And this version may be one of the best yet. A pure-fruit nose sets things up and the palate, redolent with fresh raspberry, leather and spice, doesn't disappoint. It's both deep and light, medium-bodied but still pretty full.",,19,90,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Il Poggione 1999  Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-poggione-1999-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1999,Il Poggione
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Builds complexity through skillful layering of ripe black cherries, fresh greens (ferns or parsley stems), leather and earth. The mouthfeel is spot-on, rich and plush without seeming heavy. Tart cherry and dusty cocoa notes on the finish and a fine sense of balance make it drinkable now or in several years.",,24,90,Marlborough,,,Huia 2000 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huia-2000-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Huia
,White,US,"Interestingly, there are dried fruits and flowers with a touch of petrol on the bouquet. This wine sits really nicely in the mouth, offering a plethora of lemon-lime, melon and pear flavors. It's rich and ripe, bordering on the heavy side. But it manages to toe that all-important line of balance, and therefore it qualifies as a winner.",Estate Selection,15,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 2000 Estate Selection Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-2000-estate-selection-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Guenoc
,Red,Italy,"Flavio Fanti's tiny 12-acre vineyard is treated almost like his backyard, with a scrupulous attention to detail and now a dense planting that has definitely improved the quality of the wines. The 1997 shows modern, spicy wood, violet and rose aromas. The palate is rich, firm and dry, but with attractive bitter chocolate and licorice flavors. The new wood shows through but never throws the wine off balance.",,58,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Fanti 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanti-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Fanti
,Red,Italy,"If you prefer older-style Brunello with its firm tannins and solid backbone of dry fruit, then this is the one for you. Aromas of wild cherries and chocolate are followed on the palate by powerful, brooding fruit and a solid structure on the palate. It leaves a dry aftertaste that should pair well with rich foods. Cellar for at least 10 years.",,54,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caprili 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caprili-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Caprili
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Pink grapefruit is most pronounced on the otherwise soft, sweet bouquet. The mouth is tangy, with green apple and crisp pear and green melon. In the mouth, there's a welcome creaminess, then a long citrusy finish that offers plenty of sweetness closes things out.",,16,90,Marlborough,,,Caroline Bay 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caroline-bay-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Caroline Bay
13.5,White,France,"Open and flattering, as are many of the 2000s, showing a dose of smoky, toasty oak layered over buttered nuts, honey and peach. Turns more citrusy on the finish, with tangerine and mineral notes lingering gently. Quite oaky, but has the depth of fruit to support it.",Le Referts,55,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 2000 Le Referts  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-le-referts-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
13,Red,Italy,"In 1998 Capezzana eliminated its “reserve” wine, thereby bumping up the quality of its DOC Carmignano by leaps and bounds. And the '99 is something to behold. Rich, extracted and jammy it is, with nuances throughout of crème de cassis, coffee, maple and most of all, chocolate. With a finish that coats every corner of your mouth, this Sangiovese (with 20% Cabernet) scores big.",,21,91,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 1999  Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-1999-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,1999,Capezzana
13,White,New Zealand,"A rich, full-bodied Riesling that's soft on the outside, but whose inner core of acids comes through on the powerful citrus-and-spice finish. Starts off with apple blossom, peach and guava aromatics that give way to ripe apple and pear flavors, layered with dried spices. Tastes good now but don't be afraid to age it—it should last easily through 2008.",Cellar Selection,22,91,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2001 Cellar Selection Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2001-cellar-selection-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Villa Maria
,Red,US,"Cherry, smoke, spice, cola aromas, very complex and clean, lead to a real bite of tart acidity on the palate. This sting should mellow out with some months of age, allowing the pretty fruit and dry, polished tannins to show through.",Seven Springs,50,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Polk County,Torii Mor 1999 Seven Springs Pinot Noir (Polk County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1999-seven-springs-pinot-noir-other-polk-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Torii Mor
,White,Italy,"Rondinaia means “swallow's refuge,” but you're going to want to swallow lots of this unoaked wine as proof that great Chard does come from Italy, and that it can be terrific without wood. Emphasizing fragrant apple and pear aromas, it has a wonderful natural texture and a smooth, stony finish.",Rondinaia,18,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello del Terriccio 2000 Rondinaia Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-terriccio-2000-rondinaia-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Castello del Terriccio
13,Red,Italy,"Dark and dense from the get-go. Initial earth, black plum, tomato and smoke aromas air out nicely with a bit of time, exposing a complex connoisseur's wine that is the perfect candidate for three to five years in the cellar. Now it has such a pure, chewy palate that once the overt oak wears off, it'll be terrific.",Fonterutoli,27,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Mazzei 1999 Fonterutoli  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzei-1999-fonterutoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Mazzei
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Flowery in the nose, with hints of grass, green melon and mustard seed. The tangy, crystal-clean palate is loaded with orange, tangerine, nectarine and apricots. The long, flavorful finish features citrus pith, lime and minerals. If you want a combination of complexity and forwardness, this is your wine.",,20,91,Marlborough,,,Seresin 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seresin-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Seresin
,Red,Italy,"The name is a play on words. Merli is the plural of “blackbirds,” and this wine is 100% Merlot. But it isn't for the birds. Black as night in the glass, with a brooding power that's confirmed on the palate. What's special about it is that unlike so many flabby Merlots, it carries Chianti-like acidity and an unbridled raciness. Excellent now with food, and it will age well, too.",Poggio ai Merli,89,91,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Castellare 1999 Poggio ai Merli Merlot (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-1999-poggio-ai-merli-merlot-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,Merlot,1999,Castellare
,Red,Italy,"Some cool earth, leather and smoked meat aromas get this ripe, full-bodied Sangiovese going. The palate is fairly soft, a reminder of blackberry pie. And there's plenty of unmistakable milk chocolate, too. Look at it as a tamed, rich, enjoyable red; a wine well suited to an autumn dinner.",Riserva,19,88,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Val delle Rose 1998 Riserva  (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-delle-rose-1998-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1998,Val delle Rose
14,White,New Zealand,"This is a typically snappy New Zealand Sauvignon featuring mildly vegetal aromas along with the required touch of cat pee and grapefruit. Bold lemon and tangerine flavors comprise the citrus palate, which leads into a tangy acid-driven finish full of lemon and grapefruit. Tart, juicy and pleasant.",Mt. Cass Road,15,88,Waipara,,,Chancellor Estates 2000 Mt. Cass Road Sauvignon Blanc (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chancellor-estates-2000-mt-cass-road-sauvignon-blanc-waipara/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Chancellor Estates
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Crisp and refreshing for a Gewürz, a variety that can often get overblown. Peppery floral scents mingle with green apples, moving smoothly into pineapple, peach and pear fruit flavors. Minty-fresh greens emerge to play a leading role on the long, clean finish.",,12,88,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2001 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2001-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Spy Valley
,White,US,"You'd never confuse this with a California Chard. Well, Anderson Valley, maybe. It's a cool-climate wine. Aromas of fresh, cold green apples, with what seems like an overlay of buttery oak. Brilliantly dry and crisp in the mouth. It's all about acidity here; flavors are secondary. Clean as a whistle, edgy, a nervously racy wine that practically cries out for shellfish.",,17,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1999 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Rex Hill
12.5,White,France,"Pungent aromas of field greens and citrus lead into a palate defined by racy lime, grapefruit and passion fruit. The finish is a bit watery, which is a disappointing drop off from the solid citrus flavors present on the front palate. Overall it's a nice wine, nothing more, nothing less.",,19,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal Jolivet 2000  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-jolivet-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pascal Jolivet
11.5,White,New Zealand,"Not a typical New Zealand Riesling, but one worth trying for its bold, oily apricot and tangerine aromas and flavors that smell sweet but taste dry, ending in a stone-cold finish.",,,85,Canterbury,,,Morworth Estate 1999 Riesling (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morworth-estate-1999-riesling-canterbury/,Riesling,1999,Morworth Estate
13.8,White,US,"A faint perfume of pear can be caught on the otherwise dull nose. The flavors run toward candied pear, honeydew and peach. There's some spiciness to the finish, but also a watery quality that doesn't do much for the wine. In the end, it doesn't hit the varietal mark squarely.",Carol's Vineyard,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,J. Lohr 2001 Carol's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-2001-carols-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,J. Lohr
13.5,White,US,"Broad and obvious in its appeal, with peach marmalade and applesauce tastes and saccharine sweetness. There also seems to be a smoky vanilla streak from some kind of oak. It's a country-style common wine and there's not much going on beyond the fruit.",,10,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1998 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,King Estate
,Red,US,"Hang onto your hat; here's a very great Syrah. The aromas are hiding, now suggesting plum and blackberry, now black pepper, now freshly baked rhubarb pie. In the mouth, it knocks out with grace and power. It's soft as silk, but complex and layered, and the richly tannic finish suggests aging potential. Not too long, though.","Sentinel Oak Vineyard, Pyramid Block",35,94,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),"Terre Rouge 1999 Sentinel Oak Vineyard, Pyramid Block Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA))",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-1999-sentinel-oak-vineyard-pyramid-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,1999,Terre Rouge
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The soft, honeyed nose is entirely inviting, hinting at the refinement this wine carries from start to finish. Though not a heavyweight, there's a goodly amount of apricot and quince mixed with toffee and crème brûlée. Scrumptious, racy and recommended for those who like good Port.",Curious & Ancient - 20 Yrs. Old,46,91,Douro,,,Delaforce 1997 Curious & Ancient - 20 Yrs. Old Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delaforce-1997-curious-ancient-20-yrs-old-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Delaforce
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Light in color, refined in the nose, and intense in the mouth. It's packed with toffee, nuts, dried apricot and other delicious and sophisticated flavors. There's dynamite fruit quality here, but it's the creamy nuttiness on the palate and the finish that steals the show.",Otima,25,92,Douro,,,Warre's 2000 Otima Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-2000-otima-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,2000,Warre's
,White,South Africa,"Mike Dobrovic, winemaker at Mulderbosch, coaxes a blend of open rich fruit with a spine of steel from his fruit. The wine is definitely New World in style with its creamy wood flavors, yet it also has the ability to age, which is more Burgundian in character.",Barrel Fermented,23,91,Stellenbosch,,,Mulderbosch 1999 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mulderbosch-1999-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1999,Mulderbosch
,White,Australia,"Toasty, mealy aromas combine with peach and smoke in a beguiling, complex nose that resembles a fine Chassagne-Montrachet. Flavors of peach and citrus coat the palate without ever seeming overly rich, heavy or oily, extending through the long ripe-citrus finish.",Picadilly,31,91,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Grosset 2000 Picadilly Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grosset-2000-picadilly-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,Grosset
13.8,White,US,"Complex and intriguing in the nose, the wine is weighty on the palate and shows a fine blend of citrus, herb, melon, toast, pear and spice flavors. It finishes long and clean.",Philip Roth Vineyard,33,91,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 2000 Philip Roth Vineyard Chardonnay (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-2000-philip-roth-vineyard-chardonnay-pennsylvania/,Chardonnay,2000,Chaddsford
,Red,US,"Though, at present, it isn't quite as powerful as past vintages, the winery's newest Syrah still shows some classic SQN hallmarks, such as malted-milk and powdered-cocoa aromas and flavors, a smooth mouthfeel and dusty tannins. Smoke, ash and bacon fat notes appear on both the nose and the palate, as does a hint of green herb. Is, as always, an ode to ripe, juicy blackberries.",The Marauder,75,91,California,California Other,California,Sine Qua Non 1999 The Marauder Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sine-qua-non-1999-marauder-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Sine Qua Non
13.9,White,New Zealand,"Full of butter notes, along with toasted oatmeal and Brazil nuts, this rich, oily Chard is all about New World power, yet allied to an Old World sense of balance. Honey and tropical-fruit flavors play out on the palate; toast and tangerines extend through the finish.",,30,91,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2000 Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2000-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2000,Pegasus Bay
,Red,US,"Good Zins from this appellation are not common, which is too bad, considering how fine this one is. The fully ripened berry and spice fruit is married to intricate, lacy tannins, and the wine is dry. Despite the big flavors, it has an airy, feathery quality, anchored in crisp acidity.",,36,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Savannah-Chanelle 1999 Zinfandel (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-1999-zinfandel-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Zinfandel,1999,Savannah-Chanelle
14.6,Red,US,"Sometimes a young Pinot is deceptive. This wine is young and silky, supple and fruity and has some sharp acidity, but it doesn't overwhelm. It's the kind of wine that doesn't overshadow food. But it's excellent Pinot. The depth of flavor and long finish suggest aging possibilities, but there's no reason not to drink and enjoy it now.",Mills Vineyard,55,91,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 1997 Mills Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1997-mills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Pinot Noir,1997,Calera
14.6,Red,US,"This is the kind of wine only severe lot selection can achieve. The flavors are deep and impressive, ranging from cassis to chocolate. Oak provides smoke and spice. It has that brilliant, velvety texture you expect from wines of this caliber, but, like so many such bottlings, it lacks the acidity to provide backbone.",Reserve,60,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Artesa 1997 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1997-reserve-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1997,Artesa
15.8,Red,US,"Hartford's blended Zin is filled with exuberant aromas of jammy “Zinberry” fruit, baking spices like cinnamon and clove, bittersweet chocolate and black pepper. The vibrant mixed-berry flavors are rich and satisfying, finishing with a touch of warmth and softness.",,34,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 1999 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Hartford
14.1,Red,US,"Toastier and smokier than the other bottlings, with clove and coffee accents dressing up sturdy plum and earth flavors. Finishes long, with hints of tart plum skin and dusty tannins. Seems as if rare duck breast would be a perfect match.",Sevens Bench,50,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Hartford 1999 Sevens Bench Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-sevens-bench-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hartford
,White,South Africa,"While Neil Ellis's winery is in Stellenbosch, he gets his Chardonnay for this wine from the cooler region of Elgin. It has sweet, almost tropical-fruit aromas, followed through with spicy, creamy, wood flavors and ripe, generous acidity. Despite its richness, it also has delicacy, as much in the finely judged use of wood as in the clean, elegant fruit.",,20,91,Elgin,,,Neil Ellis 2000 Chardonnay (Elgin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2000-chardonnay-elgin/,Chardonnay,2000,Neil Ellis
20,Red,Portugal,"The kind of succulent aged tawny that gives the class a good name. It's a dreamy kind of drink, chock full of buttery hazelnut and dried stone fruits. If you like yours rich and creamy, yet still alive enough to warm the system on a chilly night, this is the one.",Quinta do Bom Retiro 20 Year Tawny,59,91,Portugal,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Quinta do Bom Retiro 20 Year Tawny Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-quinta-bom-retiro-20-year-tawny-port-blend-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto
,White,US,"Young and sassy, this wine is already showing lovely nuances of toast, spice, lees and mineral. Complex, vivid and beautifully balanced, with a lot of fresh leesy texture and the tangy fruit riding on top. Classy winemaking, elegant and sophisticated.",Ian's Reserve,32,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 Ian's Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-ians-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Chehalem
,Red,US,"Fans of ripe, forward fruit will like this wine. Opens with a burst of jammy plum and cassis and then explodes into fruit and berry sensations on the palate, but it's classically dry. Soft tannins and acids support all these luscious flavors. The finish is really long and spicy.",,19,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Benziger
14.1,Red,US,"This flamboyant wine won't let down fans of expensive, good vintage North Coast Cabs. It has it all, starting with almost aggressive new oak. If you're looking for flavor, you'll find it in the extracted blackberry and cassis fruit. The tannins are considerable. If it has a fault, it's softness. Drink within the next few years.",Symmetry,55,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Rodney Strong 1997 Symmetry Meritage (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-symmetry-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Meritage,1997,Rodney Strong
13.8,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Zinfandel and Merlot, this is a softly fruity wine of great charm and appeal. There's lots of upfront spicy fruit, framed in melted tannins, and it's sprightly and refreshing on the palate. It's easy to like and immediately drinkable, yet possesses enough richness and complexity for the best tables.",Legend,36,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ledson 1999 Legend Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-1999-legend-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1999,Ledson
,White,South Africa,"One of South Africa's oldest wine estates, established in 1692, has revolutionized its wine cellar and its wine in the past five years. This Chardonnay is typical of the estate's wines, oozing rich fruit and modern wood flavors, yet retaining a style and elegance that is as much French as South African.",Five Soldiers,33,91,Stellenbosch,,,Rustenberg 1999 Five Soldiers Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustenberg-1999-five-soldiers-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1999,Rustenberg
,Red,US,"Here's a real find: a serious-fun wine with lots going for it. Opens with black-cherry, smoke and vanilla aromas; rich and fine. The flavors are cherry-smoky and bone dry, with a fine texture. There's something distinguished and high quality about the structure and finish.",,19,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Starry Night 1999 Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/starry-night-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,1999,Starry Night
13.4,Red,US,"Quite ripe and juicy, serving up a rich blend of black-cherry, plum and herb flavors. It fans out on the palate to reveal hints of licorice, smoke and even chocolate. More muscular than your average Pinot, it's plush and smooth on the finish.",,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Laetitia 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Laetitia
,Red,US,"Consistently one of the best Cabernets made south of the Bay Area, this year the wine is especially tasty. Not too ripe, with suggestions of blackberry and cassis and herbs, and some good, old-fashioned tannins.",,28,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Eberle
,Red,US,,Bismark Ranch,49,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 1999 Bismark Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1999-bismark-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Hanna
,White,South Africa,"Produced from the cool vineyards at the southern tip of Africa, Hamilton Russell's Chardonnays are world-class wines, fine examples of French winemaking in a South African context. This 2000 is one of the estate's finest to date, a melange of lemon and nuts, mingled with smoky wood flavors, with a layer of acidity and structure that give it great aging ability.",,22,92,Walker Bay,,,Hamilton Russell 2000 Chardonnay (Walker Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamilton-russell-2000-chardonnay-walker-bay/,Chardonnay,2000,Hamilton Russell
13,White,US,"Unlike 1999, this year half of the wine was fermented in stainless steel. Stylish and truly “Burgundian” character, with bright flavors of citrus and stone, buoyant on lively acids, unencumbered by heavy oak. Young and seductive, with a finishing kiss of toast and butter.",,40,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Drouhin 2000 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaine Drouhin
,Red,US,"Only 120 cases of this wine from the Sonoma Coast, where cool weather limits ripeness. There are Burgundian aromas of grilled meat, raw meat and mushroom, with dark berries. Very dry, but with a glyceriney sweetness, it's light and supple on the palate. Might age; might not. This is still unexplored territory for Pinot Noir.",Freestone Hill Vineyard,55,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 1999 Freestone Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-1999-freestone-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,US,"Dark and sexy; there's something erotic about this wine, with its seductive jammy flavors, velvety texture and spicy, long finish. After an initial bite of acidity, it turns soft as a goose-down pillow. In its own way, it's perfect. And the price is unreal. Best Buy.",Les Côtes de L'Ouest,15,92,California,California Other,California,Terre Rouge 2000 Les Côtes de L'Ouest Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2000-cotes-louest-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Terre Rouge
13.9,Red,US,"Seems very oaky, with in-your-face aromas of vanilla, char and pepper, but the fruit is able to support it. In fact, the underlying flavors are rich and gorgeous. It shows Cabernet's cassis and blackberry aromatics, with the soft tannins and velvety, drink-me-now texture of Merlot.",,24,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lambert Bridge 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Lambert Bridge
14.3,Red,US,"The most Burgundian of the '99s from Hartford, this cool-climate single-vineyard wine smells of leather, clove, even slightly of barnyard. Some green herbaceousness on the palate balances bright cherry fruit—the interplay of elements gives this wine a multifaceted character that changes from sip to sip. Give it 2–3 years for the tannins to smooth out. Cellar Selection.",Marin,50,92,California,North Coast,Marin County,Hartford 1999 Marin Pinot Noir (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-marin-pinot-noir-north-coast-marin-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hartford
14.2,Red,US,"Aromas of dark fruit, anise, smoke and dried herbs morph into flavors of stone fruits (plums, cherries) in the mouth, with a strong undercurrent of pomegranate. This thick, almost syrupy wine is almost steroidally concentrated, but stays focused thanks to lemony acids that might be too much for some tasters.",Arrendell Vineyard,65,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 1999 Arrendell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-arrendell-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hartford
14.5,Red,US,"It's clear that winemaker Forrest Tancer is aiming at a California-class Cabernet blend, a complex wine, lush in fruit and herbs, softly tannic and framed in the finest oak. He largely succeeds with this bottling, made only in the best vintages. It lacks the structure of Napa Cabernet, which is unavoidable given its terroir. But it defines Alexander Valley.",T-bar-T Benchmark,56,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 1999 T-bar-T Benchmark Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1999-t-bar-t-benchmark-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"What an interesting wine. It drinks like it really comes from someplace, which is to say, it has terroir. It smells earthy and peppery, with a perfume of cassis. It's soft in tannins and acids, but utterly delicious. Hard to exaggerate the lip-smacking quality and fantastic finish.",,22,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 1999 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,1999,Terre Rouge
,Red,US,"A gorgeously plush Pinot, redolent of bright cherry, strawberry, plum, cinnamon and herbs. Explosively fragrant, it's rich and lively on the palate, where it finishes long and lush. A real winner from this Central Coast specialist in Pinot Noir.",Knox Alexander,45,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 1999 Knox Alexander Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1999-knox-alexander-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Au Bon Climat
15.8,Red,US,"Spicier than the other Hartford Zins, with the accent on black pepper and clove. Brambly blackberry and chocolate provide a solid foundation for spice complexities. Hints of crushed nettles provide yet another layer of flavor, and the wine finishes with zippy acids and peppery spice.",Highwire Vineyard,34,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 1999 Highwire Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-highwire-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Hartford
15.7,Red,US,"From the old vineyard in back of Don Hartford's house, this 15.7% alcohol Zin is big—but it's no brute. It's full of dark, rich blackberries, layered with chocolate and black pepper. The velvety texture carries through the long finish, picking up hints of black licorice. Editors' Choice.",Hartford Vineyard,34,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 1999 Hartford Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Hartford
,Red,US,"From a vineyard near Carneros, this inky, dark wine bursts with blackberry, clove and smoke aromas. Fantastic concentration of fruit; deep, plush and opulent. The depth of flavor is enormous, yet it's so supple and balanced. Very fine now. Try it with game.",Hudson T Reserve,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Havens 1999 Hudson T Reserve Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havens-1999-hudson-t-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Havens
,Red,US,"This is one of the most interesting Merlots of the vintage because it combines fruity ripeness with herbal and vegetal notes to create a complex wine. Blackberry and cassis, a bit of stewed tomato and mushroom, grilled meat, green olives and roasted coffee beans only begin to describe it. Dry and harmonious.",,34,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ledson 1998 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-1998-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1998,Ledson
,Red,US,"Combines a delicate body with punchy flavors to create a feminine wine of considerable power and finesse. It avoids jamminess, coming down on the side of less ripe earth and tomato, although there are gorgeous stone fruit notes and a sumptuous overlay of smoky oak. The flavors and texture are absolutely terrific.",Dutton Ranch,30,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sebastopol 1999 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-1999-dutton-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Sebastopol
,Red,US,"Incredibly rich, with ripe cherry, plum, spice and herb notes at the fore. It's all framed in luscious, broad tannins that are firm but velvety. Long on the finish.",Stolpman Vineyard,32,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 1999 Stolpman Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1999-stolpman-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Jaffurs
,Red,US,"Fabulous, fun wine. The aromas are beautiful: cola, black raspberry, dark tea, vanilla, smoke and dusty spices. On the palate, it's limpid, delicate. It seems to float, yet there's powerful fruit. Wonderful now and through 2003.",Dutton Ranch,40,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 1999 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-1999-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Dutton-Goldfield
14.2,Red,US,"Pure, seductive Pinot aromas combine floral, rose-petal aromas with dark fruit and brown sugar. Rich flavors of blackberries and boysenberries cascade across the palate in a fall of velvet. Moderate acidity makes it approachable now, but there's enough tannin to preserve it for a few years. A wine that can stand up to steak but still retains a sense of Pinot elegance. Editors' Choice.",Dutton Ranch-Sanchietti Vineyard,50,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 1999 Dutton Ranch-Sanchietti Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-dutton-ranch-sanchietti-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hartford
12,Red,Italy,"Thin brambly aromas and wet rubber don't bode well for the mouth, which is thin, tart and dominated by pie cherries and apple skins. A long, starching finish sends it on its way without much charm.",Le Mandorlae,11,80,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Baroncini 1998 Le Mandorlae  (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baroncini-1998-le-mandorlae-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1998,Baroncini
13.5,White,US,"Hay, cabbage and pickles in the nose? That's not what most of us are seeking. The palate is overtly grassy, bordering on weedy. A slight spritz to the mouthfeel neither helps nor hinders it. Beyond that, there's not much else to say.",,20,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edgewood 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgewood-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Edgewood
,White,Italy,"Any baseball fan will peg the nose as being that of ballpark franks with yellow mustard. That strange meaty, pickled, spicy character carries onto the palate, where there's also some mineral character. The finish is clipped and short, which is probably a benefit after all the funky aromatics and flavors that come before.",Isonzio,15,82,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Pierpaolo Pecorari 2000 Isonzio Sauvignon Blanc (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierpaolo-pecorari-2000-isonzio-sauvignon-blanc-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pierpaolo Pecorari
12.5,White,France,"Flat and predominantly dull, there is some lemon and stoniness to the palate, but it's pretty thin and a tad chalky. Low acidity makes it feel heavier than it should.",,19,82,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Champeau 1999  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champeau-1999-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Domaine Champeau
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Smells white peppery and oily—like canola oil. Flavors are honey and diesel oil, but it's not sweet, just thick and full-bodied. Finishes with some alcoholic warmth and peppery spice.",,14,82,Waipara,,,Canterbury House 2000 Pinot Gris (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canterbury-house-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-waipara/,Pinot Gris,2000,Canterbury House
12.5,Red,New Zealand,Camphor and cedar oak aromas partially mask flavors that center around earth and pie cherries. The fruit is a little thin and the overlay of oak only emphasizes that.,,,82,Canterbury,,,Morworth Estate 1999 Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morworth-estate-1999-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,1999,Morworth Estate
13.5,White,US,"The nose of smoke and sweet creamed corn doesn't exactly reel you in. Then a vegetal palate featuring mostly green beans and toasty oak is way off the mark, given the variety we're talking about. The finish is heavy, mouth coating and mildly bitter.",Reserve,18,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
13,Red,Chile,"Tar, ink and rubber aromas dominate this Syrah's nose. Mouthfeel is thin and the palate is a bit hollow, with generic mixed-berry flavors plus a little earth. Finishes tannic.",Pionero,7,82,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Pionero Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-pionero-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2001,Morandé
12,White,US,"Unless you just love oak, this one is way too woody. Buttered toast, creamed corn and popcorn aromas are seconded on the palate by thick, cloying buttery flavors and very little fruit. Not appealing.",,16,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Kahn 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahn-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Kahn
13,White,Australia,"The nose here is flat as a board, offering next to nothing. Simple green apple and underripe pear flavors fail to rescue the wine, while a finish lacking definition and length seals its fate. For a producer that largely succeeds with Shiraz, the cute name of this wine is unfortunately the best thing that it has to offer.",The Broken Fishplate,15,82,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,D'Arenberg 2001 The Broken Fishplate Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2001-broken-fishplate-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,D'Arenberg
,White,Italy,"There isn't much in the way of attractive fruit on the musky, sweaty nose. Lemony, spicy flavors are also broken up by the unwelcome taste of chicken soup. As a whole it's fairly dull and chunky, and not very evolved or fancy.",,15,83,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Valchiarò 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valchiaro-2000-sauvignon-blanc-colli-orientali-friuli/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Valchiarò
,White,US,"It's hard to get very excited about this wine because it's so average and common. It smells weakly of lemons, and the citrus flavors are watery and thin. It's dry and although there's some good acidity, it feels flat in the mouth. That says it all.",,14,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Rex Hill
12.5,White,France,"Its citrus and melon aromas unfortunately also take on the added and unwanted scent of cleaning solution. The mouth is tart and lean, with lots of lemon. It finishes on the sour side. Properly chilled and with the right food, however, it could be refreshing.",,15,83,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Sauvion 2001  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sauvion-2001-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Sauvion
13.5,Red,Italy,"Raspberry aromas are a bit earthy and muddled. The palate is on the heavy side, fully laced with a strawberry lollipop flavor. A light, creamy, oaky finish seals the deal.",,,83,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Tenuta La Fuga 1999  Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-fuga-1999-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1999,Tenuta La Fuga
,Red,Italy,"Clean fresh-berry aromas lead into a lean, leathery palate with tart cherry fruit and tight, astringent tannins. It isn't a bad wine; but it's definitely lean as a wisp and drying. Undoubtedly it will work best with food.",,11,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querceto 2000  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querceto-2000-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,Querceto
,White,US,"Barrel fermented. Scents of new wood dominate; the juice is very tart, the oak not yet well-integrated.",,8,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ashland Vineyards 1999 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ashland-1999-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Ashland Vineyards
,White,New Zealand,"The smell of canned mushy peas pours out of the glass and just won't release its iron-handed grip. That same intense vegetal character is present at all other points as well, from the thick palate to the murky finish. It doesn't have much going for it, but at least it's consistent.","Brancott Estate (""B"")",30,83,Marlborough,,,"Brancott 2000 Brancott Estate (""B"") Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2000-estate-b-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Brancott
,White,US,"The first whiff brings a noseful of sulfur, although most of it blows off on airing. The underlying flavors are lovely, though, suggesting citrus fruits and apple, supported by crisp acidity. Finishes clean and crisp. Would score higher except for the opening smell.",Estate,14,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lion Valley 1999 Estate Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lion-valley-1999-estate-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Lion Valley
13.1,White,US,"Hardly run of the mill, this offering is just too much like fruit juice and not enough like white wine. Basic lemon and grapefruit flavors are offset by some herbaceous grassiness, and the finish is tart, almost sour. The balance isn't really there.",Private Reserve Style,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 2000 Private Reserve Style Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-2000-private-reserve-style-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Grgich Hills
14,Red,New Zealand,"The delicate cherry-berry flavors of this lightweight Pinot can't quite stand up to the oaking it received—the result is a toasty, cedary wine with a slightly hollow midpalate.",Mt. Cass Road,24,83,Waipara,,,Chancellor Estates 2000 Mt. Cass Road Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chancellor-estates-2000-mt-cass-road-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,2000,Chancellor Estates
,White,US,,,14,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1999 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Rex Hill
,Red,Italy,"A ripe, simple, open, fresh-fruited wine. Attractive sweet fruit with ripe, light tannins make it immediately attractive to drink. For a Riserva, this is too lightweight. As an easy-drinking wine, it's fine.",Riserva,16,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Piccini 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Piccini
12.5,Red,US,"Pale in color, with delicate Pinot-like aromas of strawberry, beetroot, coffee and hard spices. Drinks lightly fruity, spicy and dry. It's a simple, one-dimensional wine, but a very pretty one, and notable for its polished flavors.",,10,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Firesteed 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firesteed-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Firesteed
,Red,Italy,"Raspberry aromas, cherry and strawberry flavors, and a strong hint of milk chocolate throughout best define this Gallo-owned wine. Some raisins and a touch of buttery oak appear late, rendering it a simple quaff.",,10,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Ecco Domani 2000  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ecco-domani-2000-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2000,Ecco Domani
,Red,US,"The nose is forward and somewhat disjointed, a broad mix of fruit, herb and wood. Flavors of stem and dill are there, along with soft, grapey fruit.",,10,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Bridgeview
13,White,New Zealand,"Odd aromas of peanuts and asparagus are a bit offputting. And in the mouth, the vegetal character is overriding. This wine has its qualities, but nonetheless it's just loaded with too much green veggies, primarily asparagus and green beans. And what's with the peanut butter quality?",,15,84,Marlborough,,,Lake Chalice 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-chalice-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Lake Chalice
13.5,White,US,"This wine is so dry, sharp, and tart, it's like lemon juice. Some will like it, while others more used to ripe, sweet fruit may find it sour. One thing is for sure, it could use some food. One of those wines that's great with shellfish.",,12,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Pepi 2000 Pinot Grigio (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-willamette-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Pepi
,Red,Italy,"Paola Gloder's estate can do better than this, especially in a vintage like 1997. The wine is already showing signs of aging and it has a lightweight character. The fruit is pleasant enough, with soft tannins and ripeness, but it should be more exciting. Tasted twice.",,60,84,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 1997  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-1997-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Poggio Antico
13,Red,Italy,"The brownish color indicates that it's fading, and the raisiny, stewed fruit on the nose confirms that initial indications are on target. In the mouth, it's soft, and the cherry fruit has a kirsch-like liqueur quality to it. Faded tannins and barely vital acids say it's going, going and soon to be gone.",Riserva,56,84,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Poggio Antico 1995 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-antico-1995-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1995,Poggio Antico
12,White,New Zealand,"Starts off tight, only stubbornly giving up hints of kerosene and unripe peaches—the rock-hard kind you see on sale for a price that's too good to be true. Light in body, with almost a hint of prickle in the mouth, it tastes of unripe stone fruit and lime.",,,84,Marlborough,,,Red Hill (NZ) 2001 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-hill-nz-2001-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2001,Red Hill (NZ)
12.5,White,France,"Bulky, chunky lemony aromas come with a touch of green hay, or is it alfalfa? The mouth is entirely grapefruit and orange, making it citrus all the way. A stony, gravelly quality to the finish could be interpreted as mineral. The weight is on the heavy side, which costs the wine some style points.",Pouilly-Fumé,20,84,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Denis Gaudry 2000 Pouilly-Fumé  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-denis-gaudry-2000-pouilly-fume-white-pouilly-fume/,White Blend,2000,Domaine Denis Gaudry
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Smells of vegetable oil and farm-fresh sweet corn still in the husk, but the flavors are more like what you expect from a Riesling: green apples and underripe Asian pears. The finish is a bit metallic, but otherwise features fresh lime zest.",Mt. Cass Road,13,84,Waipara,,,Chancellor Estates 2000 Mt. Cass Road Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chancellor-estates-2000-mt-cass-road-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2000,Chancellor Estates
,Red,US,"A proprietary Cab/Pinot/Nebbiolo blend. Flavors are light and the tannins are tough: a grapey, cherry-candy start that finishes with serious toast and tannin. The mid-palate simply isn't there, and can't support the thick, tannic finish.",Mescolare Red Wine,18,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Weisinger's of Ashland NV Mescolare Red Wine Red (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-nv-mescolare-red-wine-other/,Red Blend,,Weisinger's of Ashland
,White,US,"Some nice toasty flavors underscore generic fruit. When all is said and done, it is a neutral, crisp white wine enlivened with a bit of spice and toast from the barrel aging. Still, a bit of veggie/canned pea flavor dampens the finish.",50% CH / 50% SEM,15,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 1999 50% CH / 50% SEM Semillon-Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-1999-50-ch-50-sem-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Semillon-Chardonnay,1999,Weisinger's of Ashland
,Red,US,"Hints of spicy cranberry and white pepper suggest Syrah, but lack all of the grape's power. There is a fair amount of unripe leafiness as well.",,16,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Wooldridge Creek 1999 Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wooldridge-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,1999,Wooldridge Creek
13.5,White,Chile,"A buttery, by-the-book Chardonnay that's heavier on oak than on fruit, this Maipo Valley offering has apple, toast and cream flavors and oak, spice and ripe pear aromas. More of the same flavors pop up on the back end. 5,000 cases produced.",Terrarum,10,84,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Terrarum Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-terrarum-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Morandé
,White,US,"Made in the full-blown, barrel-fermented and -aged style, this wine shows off the cooper's art in its bold toasty-caramelly-vanilla aromas and flavors. Some peach fruit manages to sneak through the wooden stockade, providing a hint of balance.",Mary's Vineyard,19,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Trinchero 2000 Mary's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-2000-marys-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,M. Trinchero
14.8,White,US,"This is the liquid version of buttered toast. It's that oaky. In the nose there's almost no fruit at all, but in the mouth, once you cut through the layers of wood and butter, there's some melon, pear and vanilla. But wood overrides that, too. In the finish it's all oak-driven spice and resin. If this all sounds like a lumberjack's special, it is",La Petite Etoile Vineyard,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Chateau St. Jean 2000 La Petite Etoile Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-2000-petite-etoile-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Chateau St. Jean
12.5,White,France,"This Bordeaux white is heavily oaked, and it's therefore overloaded with coconut aromas, creamy custard and pear flavors, and a taste of banana on the finish. At every point along the way the wood towers over the fruit, which ultimately makes the wine duller than it could be.",White,15,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Château de Rochemorin 2000 White  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-rochemorin-2000-white-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,2000,Château de Rochemorin
,Red,US,"This wine carries fairly broad fruit flavors of mixed red fruits, along with leaf and earth. Tannins are well managed; the finish light and fruity.",,18,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Wooldridge Creek 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wooldridge-creek-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wooldridge Creek
13.5,Red,Chile,"Morande is the biggest producer of Pinot Noir in Casablanca Valley, and this entry-level bottling is a good value to boot. Earthy, forest-fire aromas coat black cherry notes in the bouquet; the palate's bark, oak and bacon flavors come from time in old American oak barrels. Creamy and simple, but a steal.",Pionero,7,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Pionero Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-pionero-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Morandé
13.5,Red,Italy,"You can almost tell from the look that this is dense and heavy. It has a huge bouquet of wet earth, spice and oak, but not much fruit. In the mouth, it is drying and on the flat side, although still-kicking tannins reach up and grab the palate. The finish is soft and losing life. Some oxidation and overripeness hold it back.",La Palaia,,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Triacca 1998 La Palaia  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triacca-1998-palaia-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Triacca
,Red,US,"A simple, fruity Zin that blends damp soil and stewed berries with chocolate and toast. Mostly Lodi fruit, with bits and pieces of the blend coming from Mendocino, Sonoma and Paso Robles; also contains traces of Petite Sirah and Syrah.",Dancing Bull,12,84,California,California Other,California,Rancho Zabaco 2000 Dancing Bull Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2000-dancing-bull-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,US,"This is exceptionally dark, with a sappy, vinous nose showing black cherry, smoke, sweet chocolate, some stem and a hint of dill. There is more than a hint of pickle barrel, and lots of acid, chalky tannins",Pompadour Vineyard,25,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 1999 Pompadour Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-1999-pompadour-vineyard-cabernet-franc-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Weisinger's of Ashland
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A full-bodied, slightly heavy style with a thick texture. Smells like warm baked apples, complete with cinnamon and clove accents; tastes similar, picking up some oily-diesely nuances. Despite the heft, finishes a bit short.",,13,84,Waipara,,,Canterbury House 1999 Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canterbury-house-1999-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,1999,Canterbury House
,Red,US,"This is a light and leafy effort, whose soft and forward fruit mixes flavors of leaf, beet, tomato and red fruits. It is balanced but insubstantial.",Anna Maria,18,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Valley View 1998 Anna Maria Merlot (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-1998-anna-maria-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Valley View
,Red,US,"The color is substantial, and the wine has some spicy tartness. Moderately ripe red fruits, firm acids and balanced tannins tell the story.",,20,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,The Academy 2000 Merlot (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/academy-2000-merlot-southern-applegate-valley/,Merlot,2000,The Academy
,Red,US,"A perplexing wine that should be better than it is. It's fairly dense and concentrated, with good depth of flavor. Beets, tomatoes, blackberries, sugared espresso and a myriad of crushed, dusty oriental spices fill the mouth. It's good and dry, with crisp acids and easy tannins. So what's the problem? It just lacks that extra kick. Maybe Rex Hill is diverting the best fruit to their three expensive Pinots.",,24,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rex Hill
,Red,US,"The Sonoma County blend is warm and spicy, mixing a trace of alcoholic heat with black pepper. Mixed berries, dried fruits and a hint of raisins are all underscored by milk chocolate. Finishes tart, cranberryish and oaky.",Sonoma Heritage Vines,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 2000 Sonoma Heritage Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2000-sonoma-heritage-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Rancho Zabaco
13.5,Red,Chile,"Smoke and a refreshing minty note open this Casablanca Valley Pinot. Black cherry and plum flavors are backed by smoke and syrupy molasses notes. Mouthfeel is on the rich side; finishes with modest tannins and spicy, briary flavors.",,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Morandé
,Red,US,"The grapes come from the Applegate valley and the blend is 100% Merlot. The flavors are not particularly varietal; they are broader and more rustic, reminiscent of Carmenère. The palate impression is of soft, sweet, light blueberry fruit, for immediate drinking.",,10,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Merlot (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Bridgeview
12.5,White,France,"Citrus and white flowers comprise the nose, with a touch of melon underneath the top tier of scents. Flavors of orange, citrus pith and green herbs lead into a juicy finish that at first offers roasted nuts and then fades away smoothly. Its major fault is high acidity, which leaves a somewhat sour overall impression.",,16,85,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Les Rochettes 2001  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochettes-2001-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Les Rochettes
,Red,US,"Henry estate, Scott Henry explains, “is more Alsace/Burgundy country, but we feel we are on the ragged edge of pulling these Bordeaux guys off.” A fair and candid assessment. This is a lean, but not too green, Merlot. It shows dark cherry fruit, some stem and wood, and fairly stiff tannins.",,18,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Henry Estate 1999 Merlot (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Henry Estate
,White,US,"This is made in a very rich style, with lots of forward fruit, flavors of pears, citrus and citrus rind. Somehow the floral elegance of the variety is lost in all the ripe fruit.",,16,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Wooldridge Creek 2000 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wooldridge-creek-2000-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2000,Wooldridge Creek
,Red,US,"Yes, that is the official name for this tannic blend. It features tart berry fruit; a bit Zin-like; the tannins are substantial but well managed, without the chalkiness often found in southern Oregon. A good summer BBQ wine.",,24,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Paschal 1998 Syrah-Cabernet (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-1998-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-other/,Syrah-Cabernet,1998,Paschal
,White,France,"Wild flowers and a touch of rubber make for a bouquet that at first is hard to appreciate. With air things improve, and the palate that follows is full of tart gooseberry and citrus. Racy acidity really drives the citrus onto the finish, so much so that the wine leaves you with a one-dimensional impression: that of citrus and acidity.",Les Vignes de Berge / Les Loges,19,85,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Marc Deschamps 1999 Les Vignes de Berge / Les Loges  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-deschamps-1999-vignes-berge-loges-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Marc Deschamps
12.4,White,South Africa,"This is a grassy, lean bottling with a bit too much asparagus and vegetal notes on both the nose and palate. The flavor profile features some grapefruit and green apple, but the fruit is rather dilute and distant. Beyond that, the finish is dry, almost like drinking club soda.",,16,85,Franschhoek,,,Môreson 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Franschhoek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moreson-2001-sauvignon-blanc-franschhoek/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Môreson
,Red,US,"This unusual Oregon Malbec carries intense, rustic aromas mixing plum, grape, spice and saddle leather. Despite its very tight tannins, the wine tastes open and grapey, reminiscent of a Washington Lemberger, though not quite as soft.",,15,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 1999 Malbec (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-1999-malbec-southern-umpqua-valley/,Malbec,1999,Abacela
13,White,France,"With a sweet nose of honey, malt and Golden Delicious apples, this is a fairly weighty Chardonnay from an unheralded appellation. The slightly oily herb and peach flavors pick up more butterscotch on the finish, yet remain crisp and clean.",En Paradis,14,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Vinzelles,,Louis Latour 2000 En Paradis  (Pouilly-Vinzelles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-2000-en-paradis-chardonnay-pouilly-vinzelles/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Latour
12.5,Red,Italy,"With cherry aromas, some cedar and a perfectly clean, unmuddled palate, this is what an affordable Chianti should be like. Simple and easy to drink, it will go fine with basic fare.",Alaura,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Villa Giulia 2000 Alaura  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-giulia-2000-alaura-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2000,Villa Giulia
,White,US,"More oak than the wine can handle is what you get here, from the woody, buttery overtoasted nose through the soft, clumsy, creamy body.  It's a real challenge to find any fruit, so you had better like a fully wooded wine if you're going to take a crack at this one.",Rutherford,16,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Emmolo 2000 Rutherford Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emmolo-2000-rutherford-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Emmolo
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"The nose is an interesting blend of cocoa, dill, cassis and lemon. Flavors pretty much follow suit, sneaking in some tobacco and cedar shadings before turning lean and lemony. The finish shows off a whack of dry, cedary French oak. Hard to know where this will be in five years—might dry out, might get interestingly complex.",,20,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Caroline Bay 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caroline-bay-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Caroline Bay
12.5,Red,Italy,"On the nose, creamy oak sits atop bright plum and raspberry fruit, followed by a friendly, fruity palate with just the right amount of toast, vanilla, mild tannins and sweetness. A mild, warm finish makes this an entirely quaffable Sangiovese.",Rosarossa,9,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Viticcio 2000 Rosarossa Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-2000-rosarossa-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Viticcio
,Red,US,"Troon's reserve is not all that different from the regular bottling. The color is a bit darker, and the tannins have been boosted. The fruit is compact and tightly wound.",Reserve,19,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Troon
,White,US,"Tart, apricot/white peach flavors offer no real hint of varietal perfume, though classic Gewurz flavors can be found in the lightly floral finish. High acid wine.",,15,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 1999 Gewürztraminer (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-1999-gewurztraminer-southern-rogue-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Weisinger's of Ashland
,Red,US,"A tart, tight and tannic Merlot, that shows simple flavors of young red fruits. It is still quite hard and compact, and seems likely to remain so.",,16,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Wooldridge Creek 1999 Merlot (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wooldridge-creek-1999-merlot-southern-applegate-valley/,Merlot,1999,Wooldridge Creek
14,Rose,Chile,"For a rosé, this wine is hefty and bold, with strawberry and plum flavors, with a dash of earthiness. One reviewer found it too creamy; another found lots to like about its spicy, fresh-herb finish. With such diverse evaluations, this is a wine to try for yourself.",Edicion Limitada Rosé de Pinot Noir,13,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Edicion Limitada Rosé de Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-edicion-limitada-rose-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Morandé
,White,New Zealand,"Extremely dry lime and green pepper aromas don't really roll out the welcome mat. Nor are the lean, tangy green flavors fully up to par. However, served chilled in a less than formal setting, say a picnic, it should work well enough. There's ample citrus and zest to save the day.",,13,85,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Brancott
,Red,US,"This is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Sangiovese and 20% Zinfandel. Spicy, light and fruity, it sports plenty of acid beneath tart red fruits. The addition of Sangiovese gives it a little bit of leather and toast for added interest.",IL Carrino Rosso Red Wine,15,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Wooldridge Creek 1999 IL Carrino Rosso Red Wine Red (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wooldridge-creek-1999-il-carrino-rosso-red-wine-southern-applegate-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Wooldridge Creek
,Red,US,"From the winery's premier vineyard comes this inky, earthy wine with woodsy aromas. Flavors of plum and pie cherry dominate the fruit, along with a definite smoky, charred flavor, perhaps from overroasted barrels.",Pompadour Vineyard,20,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 1999 Pompadour Vineyard Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-1999-pompadour-vineyard-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1999,Weisinger's of Ashland
,White,US,"Crisp and clean, stainless steel-fermented, yet showing a lot of tropical fruit in the nose, and a touch (half a percent) of residual sugar. Banana, mango and citrus flavors are there, along with plenty of acidity. Interesting, but not particularly varietal.",,12,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 2000 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Girardet
,White,US,"Smells very bright, with alluring lemon, cocoa and grass aromas. The flavors veer to citrus fruits, apricots and sweet white chocolate, and linger through the longish finish. Yet it's basically a dry wine.",,12,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Dundee Springs 1999 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dundee-springs-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1999,Dundee Springs
,White,France,"Blends honeyed citrus and rasping jalapeño juice in a bouquet that's enticing, but the wine seems to thin out a bit on the palate, showing simple green pepper and lime flavors. Best with shellfish or vegetable appetizers.",,24,85,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine des Berthiers 2000  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthiers-2000-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Domaine des Berthiers
,White,US,"Strikes a middle-of-the-road pose, combining a nice apple and watermelon fruitiness with a little softness, a little sweetness and enough acidity to make it balanced. It's an easy wine to like and to pair with casual foods.",,20,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Benziger 2000 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Benziger
,Red,US,"A firm and fruity effort with some nice toasty elements. Precise and tangy, it offers some ripe berries and cranberries, and a pleasantly toasty finish.",,15,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Troon 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/troon-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Troon
,Red,Italy,,Riserva Fontalle,,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Machiavelli 1998 Riserva Fontalle  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/machiavelli-1998-riserva-fontalle-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Machiavelli
12.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and intense berry aromas lead into a tart palate that runs heavy with pie cherry and leather. It's probably a tad too tight, tart and hard to merit higher, but with food it should do the trick. Some dark black coffee notes on the finish add to the wine's drying character.",Riserva,18,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Viticcio 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Viticcio
13.2,White,US,"Basic grapefruit and white peach aromas give way to a palate that's mostly about lemon and melon. This wine seems to have gone through far too severe a barrel regimen, and to us, popcorn and butter just don't complement most Sauvignon Blancs.",,18,85,California,Napa,Oakville,Napa Wine Co. 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-wine-co-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-oakville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Napa Wine Co.
12.5,White,France,"Lemon-lime, some grapefruit and flint vie with an off cheese-like aroma on the nose. The tangerine and grapefruit flavors seem to carry some green with them, while the finish is plagued by a bitter pithy quality. The weight is average and the overall balance is adequate.",,17,85,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Lacheteau 2000  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lacheteau-2000-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lacheteau
,White,New Zealand,"Passion fruit and melon vie for attention on the bouquet with grassy, vegetal, herbaceous scents. In the mouth, citrus and dry Asian pear flavors intermingle with additional grassy, asparagus tones. The acids on the back end are intense, so the tang and zip on the finish is powerful. The biggest problem here is a persistent vegetal quality that won't let up.",Dog Point,20,85,Marlborough,,,Goldwater 2001 Dog Point Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-2001-dog-point-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Goldwater
12.5,Red,Italy,"Chewy, chunky, a little buttery and full of milk chocolate, this crowd pleaser is a good introduction to Tuscan Sangiovese. It will work well with simple dishes like pizza and pasta. It's young and gawky, like a teenager going through adolescence.",Conti Contini,10,85,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 2000 Conti Contini  (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-2000-conti-contini-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,2000,Capezzana
,White,US,"This is one big wine; and in our opinion it's largely overdone. When butter and burnt toast dominate fruit, it's not going to be perceived as being varietally correct, and most tasters will probably struggle to peg it as SB. From a flavor perspective, it's chock full of banana, baked apples and wood. The finish is resinous and thick. Call it a ripe case of more being less.",,29,85,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1999-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Chalk Hill
,Red,US,"From a very warm site in pear country comes this Cabernet/Merlot blend. It shows ripe fruit, dense tannin, and some dark, toasted-coffee notes. The forward fruit is appealing, but the wine falls off in the middle and finishes quickly.",La Cave Rouge,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Siskiyou Vineyards 2000 La Cave Rouge Red (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siskiyou-2000-cave-rouge-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Siskiyou Vineyards
,White,US,"From this well-known Carneros vineyard comes this lighter lemon-lime SB with mixed citrus flavors and intense acidity. It's a medium-weight wine with a rather short pineapple finish. It has some creaminess to the mouthfeel, but overall it just doesn't ring the right bells to rate higher. Made by Mia Klein of Etude fame.",Hyde Vineyards,29,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Selene 2000 Hyde Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selene-2000-hyde-sauvignon-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Selene
,Red,US,"Very different from this winery's Temperance bottling. Starts with sour cherry aromas along with sumptuous smoke, vanilla and spice notes. Drinks very soft and gentle, with melted tannins framing generous cherry-berry fruit. This is a supple, easy-drinking wine for early consumption.",Croft-Bailey,22,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 1999 Croft-Bailey Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-1999-croft-bailey-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Westrey
,White,US,"If one word could sum up this wine it would be “safe.” It's a Sauvignon Blanc that tastes like Sauvignon Blanc, but avoids any aggressive vegetal notes. Gooseberry and pink grapefruit aromas and flavors, with a slight creaminess to the texture, make it easy to drink.",Reserve,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,US,"Very tart, with a deep, tannic, earthy mineral streak. There's an iron/earth streak running through all Abacela wines; here it comes across as iron and slightly bitter licorice. This is still very young and green; the score might well improve with more time in the bottle.",,18,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 1999 Merlot (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-1999-merlot-southern-umpqua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Abacela
13.9,White,US,"There's a hint of saline or wet dog in the nose, and that keeps the wine from really taking off from the runway. Beyond that, citrus mixes with creamy notes to make up the mouth, and then it ends in a lemony, lush way. It's not a very complex wine, but it has enough zip to keep it going.",Single Vineyard,20,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Monte Lago 2000 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-lago-2000-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Monte Lago
13,White,US,"Hailing from an emerging region northeast of Napa Valley, this SB is heavily oaked, and thus features big batches of butter and toast. Yellow apples and cantaloupe flavors are barely detectable under the veneer of thick oak. It's surely full-bodied, bordering on over the top. But it has positive qualities, including a rich and pleasant mouthfeel.",Dorn Vineyard,18,86,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,J.J. Mchale 2000 Dorn Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jj-mchale-2000-dorn-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Fumé Blanc,2000,J.J. Mchale
14.5,White,US,"Any SB boasting 14.5% alcohol is going to come across as being real big, and this one does for sure. But beyond its heft, it offers underripe melon, pear and butter flavors and an odd cheesy quality. There's also a forest's worth of oak here, which makes it heavy rather than balanced.",Fumé II The Deuce,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1999 Fumé II The Deuce Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-fume-ii-deuce-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"This is assembled from ten different vineyards, and is the winery's flagship wine. It's a blend of 44% Cabernet Franc, 34% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 9% Malbec. This wine has a good focus to the mid-palate, a decent amount of sweet cassis fruit, and a soft and lingering, though tannic, finish.",Quartet Red Wine,25,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Paschal 2000 Quartet Red Wine Red (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-2000-quartet-red-wine-southern-applegate-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Paschal
12.5,White,France,"Honey, orange blossom and a little mustard make up the nose of this classic Loire Valley SB. Tangerine and bitter greens play a duet on the palate, and the finish is more or less a reduced version of those primary flavors. The overall impression is one of a simple, tight, easy-to-drink wine.",,19,86,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Pascal Jolivet 2000  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-jolivet-2000-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pascal Jolivet
12.5,White,France,"Aromas of spiced apples, lemon, mustard seed and mineral make for an attractive nose, but the palate is a tad tart, featuring mostly lemon, green apple and citrus rind. In general, it's light, lean and probably better as an aperitif than as an accompaniment to fine food.",Clos Du Roy,22,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal Jolivet 2000 Clos Du Roy  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-jolivet-2000-clos-roy-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pascal Jolivet
,White,Chile,"Morandé's top Chardonnay is a single-vineyard offering from the oldest vineyard in Casablanca Valley, and is aged in French oak. Hearty buttery aromas give way to some mineral and banana notes underneath; toasty apple flavors in a rich, full mouthfeel are thankfully devoid of cloying creaminess. Oak is good, but still overshadows the fruit.",Visiterra,15,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Morandé 2001 Visiterra Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2001-visiterra-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Morandé
13,Red,New Zealand,"The bouquet here is confounding. It has some green vegetable and cat-pee qualities as well as white stone fruits, sulfur and popcorn. In a word, it's complicated. In the mouth, grapefrut and celery flavors mingle with green grapes, while on the back end it's chalky and rather tart. The overall acidity is high, and there's one important thing missing here: balance.",,16,86,Marlborough,,,Huia 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huia-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Huia
,Red,Italy,"Wipe away all Pinot preconceptions based on Burgundy, Oregon or elsewhere. This is the Tuscan version, and it has its own character, which is ripe, forward, hot and spicy, and overall much closer in style to the native Sangiovese than to typical Pinot. Racy acids pump loads of cranberry fruit, backed by a forest of spice-laden vanilla oak.",Marchesi Pancrazi,43,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa di Bagnolo 1997 Marchesi Pancrazi Pinot Noir (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-di-bagnolo-1997-marchesi-pancrazi-pinot-noir-toscana/,Pinot Noir,1997,Villa di Bagnolo
,Red,Italy,"Here's a country-style, rustic blend of Sangiovese, Canaiolo and Cabernet from the Maremma, and it fits the bill perfectly as an everyday red with some character. It's dry, full of cherry and plum fruit, and it finishes warm. Nothing too complex, but plenty to sink your teeth into.",Aulo,12,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Elisabetta 1999 Aulo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elisabetta-1999-aulo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Elisabetta
13.5,White,US,"Wheat grass and hot peppers make for an intriguing if odd bouquet. A fair amount of vegetal flavor carries onto the palate—mostly green beans and some pickle. Fortunately, there is also a light tropical fruit background to the flavor profile, something reminiscent of papaya. Ultimately, however, this wine is characterized more by its vegetal character than bright, clean fruit.",Limited Edition DCVIII,18,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 2000 Limited Edition DCVIII Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-2000-limited-edition-dcviii-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Dry Creek Vineyard
12.5,White,France,"Despite the intense green aromas and flavors this wine possesses, it has its strong points. Namely, nice balance, a good mouthfeel and a certain cleanliness that shouldn't be overlooked. But be warned: If green flavors like bell pepper and jalapeño are not for you, you might want to steer clear of this offering. Green is the dominant characteristic, from front to back.",,20,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Domaine de la Chezatte 2000  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chezatte-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Domaine de la Chezatte
,White,US,"The fruit shows pears, some high tones, some bitter rind. The style is fruit forward, with flavors of pears and citrus, leading to a light, toasty finish.",Anna Maria,12,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Valley View 1999 Anna Maria Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-1999-anna-maria-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Valley View
12.5,White,US,"A mix of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. The two are blended and fermented together in barrels, from a vineyard east of Medford. The wine has pleasant herbal, grassy notes, and some very tart fruit.",La Cave Blanche,10,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Siskiyou Vineyards 1999 La Cave Blanche White (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siskiyou-1999-cave-blanche-white-other/,White Blend,1999,Siskiyou Vineyards
12.5,White,France,"Mustard-seed aromas pierce the nose, which otherwise is mostly apple and pineapple. Lemon, green apple and passion fruit flavors are accented by the lightest touch of oregano and basil. For a cru, it's rather simple, with extremely light fruit on the finish and very little length or substance to the back end.",Chateau du Nozay,21,86,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal Jolivet 2000 Chateau du Nozay  (Sancerre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-jolivet-2000-chateau-nozay-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Pascal Jolivet
13,Red,Italy,"Named after the original owner of some of the Cecchi family's prime vineyards, this is a touch overripe but still offers a lot of sweet, rich fruit. Heavy prune and tar aromas announce the soft, saturated black-plum flavor profile. The finish is also soft. It doesn't seem very ageworthy.",Teuzzo Riserva,31,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cecchi 1999 Teuzzo Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-1999-teuzzo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Cecchi
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Tropical fruit aromas feature some gooseberry and grassy notes. Melon, nectarine and passion fruit flavors also bring white pepper and a hint of bell pepper. Tangerine fruit highlights the drying finish, which is a bit chewy and full given the flavor profile and normal perceptions of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.",Cellar Selection,22,86,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2001 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2001-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Villa Maria
,White,US,"Has a slight cheddar note from lees, riding over apple and lemon aromas. It drinks fruity and citrusy, and quite acidic, with a long, lemonade-flavored aftertaste. A clean, delightful wine.",,16,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Dundee Springs 1999 Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dundee-springs-1999-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Dundee Springs
,Red,US,"Lovely aromas show sweet fruit, cherry candy flavors, along with some green tannins in a tart, tight finish.",,22,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Abacela 1999 Cabernet Franc (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abacela-1999-cabernet-franc-southern-umpqua-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Abacela
12,White,New Zealand,"This wine has a hardness to it that's only partly offset by a touch of residual sugar. The yellow plum and citrus fruit is tart and ungenerous, marked by a slight prickle on the tongue and a lingering mineral finish.",,11,86,Marlborough,,,Bladen 2000 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bladen-2000-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Bladen
,Red,Italy,"Lean, spicy aromas set up a smoky, plum-filled palate that's probably a bit too toasty for its own good. The body weight here is moderate, but there's lots of length to the smoke-filled, oak-driven finish.",,14,86,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Il Grillesino 1999  Morellino di Scansano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-grillesino-1999-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1999,Il Grillesino
13,White,Australia,"It's not that easy to find the fruit in this wine, yet persistence will uncover some peach and grapefruit as well as a little bit of melon and pear. The finish is also somewhat innocuous, with only mild amounts of fruit and verve. It's clean enough, just not very captivating.",,15,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Fox Creek 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-2001-sauvignon-blanc-south/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Fox Creek
,White,US,"All barrel fermented; about half went through malolactic. This is a very light, green appley wine, with firm acids and clean, lightly cinnamon-spiced fruit.",,11,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2000 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2000-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Foris
,White,US,"So ripe and soft, it's hard to believe this is Sauvignon Blanc. Anise-tinged guava, pear and other ripe tree fruits mingle on the palate, finishing gently. Its delicate and low-acid nature argues for drinking soon, probably on its own.",Susy's Cuvée,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Waugh Cellars 2001 Susy's Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waugh-cellars-2001-susys-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Waugh Cellars
13,White,US,"Strange aromas of chewing gum, silly putty, green beans and turnip make for an unconventional bouquet. The palate is rather vegetal and dilute, with hints of sweet gum and pepper. The finish is light and simple, with just a smidgen of grapefruit. While hard to peg, there's an off quality to this wine that holds it back.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chimney Rock 2000 Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Chimney Rock
13.9,White,US,"A strong vegetal character mars the nose of this otherwise dry, spicy Napa Valley SB. There is a boatload of asparagus and green pepper to the nose, and in the mouth the fruit element, meaning papaya and mild citrus, gets gobbled up by a potent blast of green flavors. The finish is spicy and dry, but it's also heavy with the taste of green peas. Was ripeness a problem here? Seems like it was",Oakville,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Liparita 2000 Oakville Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-2000-oakville-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Liparita
,Red,Italy,,Riserva,,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca di Montegrossi 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montegrossi-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Rocca di Montegrossi
13,White,US,"A big and friendly wine, with plenty of forward fruit mingling flavors of citrus, apples and pears. There is a nice blast of vanilla too, the only obvious sign of new oak aging, but the impression overall is of crisp, clean elegance. Best Buy.",,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13,White,Australia,"A smooth, easy-drinking Chardonnay, with mild, understated aromas of green apple and toast, but also sweet tropical fruit flavors and a ripe pineapple-citrus finish that picks up hints of oranges. Best Buy.",Bin 7000,10,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,McGuigan 2001 Bin 7000 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2001-bin-7000-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,McGuigan
13.8,Red,US,"From 50-year old vines, a big, jammy wine stuffed with all sorts of berry and tree-fruit flavors. It's Lifesaver candy, a burst of spicy fruit, but thankfully bone dry, balanced, crisp and in its own way authoritative. Soft tannins make it immediately drinkable, and probably not an ager.",Old Vines,36,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 1999 Old Vines Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-1999-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ledson
13,White,Australia,"Toasty and oaky, but in a warm and lovable way, all underpinned by lean citrusy fruit that helps maintain a sense of balance and proportion. There's even a bit of crème brûlée thrown into the mix. Finishes smoothly, with nary a rough edge. Best Buy.",Murray-Darling,7,87,Australia Other,Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 2000 Murray-Darling Chardonnay (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-2000-murray-darling-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,McPherson Wine Company
13.5,White,Australia,"A richer, yet no better, style than the 2000 Limestone Coast bottling. Peach and vanilla aromas and flavors take the lead, with buttered popcorn and alcoholic warmth playing supporting roles. The finish is long, featuring a slightly bitter note akin to citrus rind.",Reserve,29,87,South Australia,Padthaway,,Stonehaven 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-reserve-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,1999,Stonehaven
13.5,Red,Chile,"Bright but tart cherry and blackberry flavors are swathed in dusty tannins; the nose offers similar berry and plum aromas. It's a little acidic, but finishes with nice dusty-plum flavors.",Birdsnest,12,86,Casablanca Valley,,,D. Bosler 2000 Birdsnest Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/d-bosler-2000-birdsnest-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,D. Bosler
,White,US,"This organically grown, no-sulfites-added Chardonnay is forward and fruity, with a nice scent of green apples and just a hint of butterscotch. Lively and made for immediate drinking.",N.S.A.,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 2000 N.S.A. Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-2000-nsa-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Badger Mountain
,White,US,"Soundly made, straightforward Washington Chardonnay, with chunky, forward, green-apple fruit married to some butterscotchy oak. Full malolactic fermentation brings the fruit forward and keeps the acids low.",,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bridgman 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Bridgman
,Red,US,"This medium-bodied Merlot shows as much mineral as it does oak over its sturdy mixed-berry fruit. Spice, green-herb and resin notes add interest to the nose; chalky tannins linger on the finish. 30,000 cases produced.",,21,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,St. Supéry
14,Red,Chile,"Butterscotch, molasses and capuccino notes bookend nut and ripe mixed-berry flavors. Medium-bodied; has widespread appeal.",Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2000 Reserva Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2000-reserva-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,2000,Viña Casas del Bosque
,Red,US,"Pretty nice for a statewide appellation, with true Zin characteristics of wild, brambly berries. The alcohol is high and the wine is very dry, a full-throttle assault on the senses, with its maximum load of jammy fruit. Nothing subtle, just a bases-loaded, ripe wine that leaves little to the imagination. Best Buy.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2000 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Stonehedge
14.6,Red,US,"Here's a Port-like Zin to sip late at night as the snow falls and the chestnuts are roasting. Plum pudding, raisin, and dark-chocolate flavors, with slight residual sugar and enough acidity to make it bright and balanced.",Cigar Zin,27,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2000 Cigar Zin Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-cigar-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,M. Cosentino
,White,Chile,"The gold luster is eye grabbing, and the nose doesn't back off as it yields cream, vanilla and toast atop tropical fruit. The mouth is full, with creamy pear and apple fruit and lots of oak. It's on the plus side in terms of power and weight, but it's largely balanced and clean.",,9,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Porta 2000 Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Porta
14.2,Red,US,"What does “briary” mean? Think about a wild black raspberry bush on a hot summer afternoon. The wood, the bark, the dust, the chlorophyll from the baking leaves and the berries, with that wild, primitive, spicy, fructose-sweet bitterness. This wine is bone dry and finishes with a tannic bite. Drink it now with sturdy chow.",Shaw Vineyard Century Vines,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Shaw Vineyard Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-shaw-vineyard-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Kunde
,Red,Australia,"Somewhat weedy on the nose; then shows a lot of overripe cherries on the palate, along with baking spices like clove and cinnamon. Soft and pleasantly chewy.",,24,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Sandalford 2000 Merlot (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandalford-2000-merlot-western/,Merlot,2000,Sandalford
,White,South Africa,"Gyles Webb, whose spectacular vineyards drench the slopes of the Simonsberg mountain, was once better known for his great-value Sauvignon Blanc and for his reds. But his Chardonnay is as good as the rest of the range, full of tangy marmalade flavors and a well-judged use of oak, which supports rather than dominates the delicious citrus character of the wine.",,25,90,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 2000 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-2000-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2000,Thelema
,Red,Australia,"Sourced from the cool-climate regions of Margaret River and Mount Barker, this full-bodied Shiraz boasts plenty of peppery aromas, but also eucalyptus, sour cherry and dill. Shows more leather and caramel on the palate, finishing with soft, dusty tannins.",,24,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Sandalford 1998 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandalford-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,1998,Sandalford
,White,Australia,"This wine could be the poster boy for Australian Chardonnay. The nectarine and peach aromas and flavors are coddled by a touch of vanilla and the entire package is soft, juicy and easy to drink. It's nothing fancy, just yummy weekday wine.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Stonehaven 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Stonehaven
13,White,Australia,"Reminiscent of good white Burgundy, this atypically (for Australia) flinty Chard has notes of gunmetal, intricately intertwined with white peach and toasted oatmeal. Finishes soft and round but long, with hints of lemon.",,16,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Cheviot Bridge 2000 Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheviot-bridge-2000-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2000,Cheviot Bridge
,White,Argentina,"Fresher and tastier than the 2000 version, this is a nice cocktail party Chardonnay that won't fail at the dinner table. Pineapple graces the sweet, refreshing nose, while lemon and green apple carry the racy palate. It's a wine that offers the essence of Chardonnay in a clean, basic package.",,9,85,Other,Argentina,,Trumpeter 2001 Chardonnay (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2001-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2001,Trumpeter
,White,Australia,"From a cool-weather region, this tangy, slightly sharp Chardonnay aims at a Chablis style and almost pulls it off. Smells ripe, with pear and guava notes, but the palate is less so—grapefruit and lima-bean flavors prevail.",Unoaked,18,85,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Willow Creek 2001 Unoaked Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-creek-2001-unoaked-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2001,Willow Creek
13,White,Australia,"Wow—talk about contrasts. The nose is way over the top, a grotesque parody of a butterscotch sundae. The finish is multilayered and complex, featuring echoes of toast and white peaches. In between is a somewhat neutral-tasting wine. You may love it or you may hate it—it's that kind of wine.",,25,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Arthur's Creek 1999 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arthurs-creek-1999-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Arthur's Creek
13.4,Red,US,"Here's an edgy wine, a walk on the wild side. Explosive aromas of blueberries, crushed white pepper, earth and smoke lead to slightly sweet wild-berry flavors, packaged in very silky tannins, although the acids are fine. It's a big wine, making up in chutzpah what it lacks in finesse.",,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Holly's Hill 1999 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Holly's Hill
12.5,White,Australia,"What sets this apart from dozens of other Australian Chardonnays clustered at the low end of the price scale? The finish—which is clean, fresh and appealing, not syrupy or sweet-tasting. Aromas and flavors combine peach, citrus and Asian pear with a dash of vanilla. Best Buy.",Nottage Hill,7,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2001 Nottage Hill Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2001-nottage-hill-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Hardys
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The nose is bold more than stylish, powerful rather than seductive.  In the mouth, it's sweet, spicy and still very fruity. The body is a tad rough, with lively edges. Nevertheless, everything comes together nicely to offer a healthy, hearty drink.",Special Reserve,14,85,Port,,,Cockburn's NV Special Reserve  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-nv-special-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Cockburn's
,Red,Chile,"Rustic and medium-bodied, this Merlot has a nice spiciness that would be a big hit at a backyard barbecue. There's some char on the nose, and a spicy-marinade note on the palate. Finishes with dryish tannins and outdoorsy, tree-bark flavors.",Reserve,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Julia 2000 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2000-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2000,Casa Julia
13,Red,Chile,"Herb, black-pepper and wheat aromas lead to black-plum and spicy oak flavors in the mouth. Some dusty tannins give this Merlot nice texture; finsihes with decent length and black plum and oak-derived flavors.",,9,85,Rapel Valley,,,Casa Julia 2000 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2000-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Casa Julia
12.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet Tart candy and blackberry aromas, and sweet mixed-berry flavors make this a good choice for wine enthusiasts who favor fruit above all else. Herb and anise flavors (and woody tannins) keep the berry flavors from being too mushy; more acid would have bought this Carmenère another point or two.",Reserve,16,86,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Ema 2000 Reserve Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2000-reserve-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Santa Ema
,Red,US,"Lush and opulent, with South Coast notes of tomato, cola and beet, crushed hard spices and earth and some pretty black-cherry fruit. It drinks very soft, almost disembodied, with scarcely a tannin to be found, and low acidity. It's elegant, but could use some more crispness and structure.",Rosemary's Vineyard,60,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1999 Rosemary's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1999-rosemarys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Talley
14.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts off with toasted almond, pear and citrus aromas, evolving into pear and orange in the mouth. This medium-weight Chard is a nice drink that finishes with some slightly aggressive wood and a trace of grapefruit.",,30,86,Martinborough,,,Nga Waka 2000 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nga-waka-2000-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Nga Waka
19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Bright, intense and attractive, with quite a bit of red color to it. It's overtly sweet, yet entirely pleasant, with lively fruit and solid edges. For an everyday classic tawny that's neither complex nor simple and dull, this is it. Lots of toffee-like nuttiness graces the tail end.",Tawny,14,86,Port,,,Ferreira NV Tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-nv-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ferreira
13.5,White,Chile,"Attractive aromas of pear and coconut set the stage for clean, fruity pear and apple flavors. This wine is balanced, offering length on the palate and finish, but also defined flavors and freshness. By all indications it's well made, and best of all it tastes as it should. Best Buy.",La Escultura Estate - Reserva,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2000 La Escultura Estate - Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2000-escultura-estate-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Errazuriz
13.5,White,New Zealand,"An oaky style, yet one that doesn't seem heavy or overdone. Buttered apple and toast aromas set off cinnamon and cashew flavors and a long, spicy-nutty finish.",,16,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Caroline Bay 2000 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caroline-bay-2000-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2000,Caroline Bay
13.5,Red,US,"A Loire-like red wine, pleasantly light and fruity, it has black cherry and cola flavors and a real streak of earthiness. Dry, supple tannins provide structure, but it's pretty soft. From Beaucanon.",La Crosse,12,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1998 La Crosse Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1998-crosse-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Beaucanon
13.6,Red,Chile,"A straight shot down blackberry lane. The palate is all about the fruit; it's got lots of texture, and maybe even some tannins to shed. Finishes with gravel, herb and a certain meatiness. The nose—wood and maybe a bit of mocha—is not its strength.",Reserve - Cabernet Sauvignon/Carmenere,13,86,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2000 Reserve - Cabernet Sauvignon/Carmenere Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-red-maule-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Calina
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose of this Augustin Huneeus-made wine shows soil, wood and a algae-greenness; the palate, blackberry and oak. Medium-bodied; finishes with dry tannins. 60% Carmenère, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot.",,20,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Primus 1999 Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-1999-red-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Primus
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Toasted wheat bread is layered with fresh peaches and honey in this lightweight yet flavorful Chardonnay. Peach and vanilla flavors finish cleanly, marked by a lingering toasty edge.",,21,86,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Foxes Island
,Red,US,"Comes down firmly on Zin's wild and wooly side. The brambly berry and pepper flavors are accompanied by savage tannins, not big and heavy, but jagged and rustic. High alcohol creates a hot aftertaste, and the wine is fermented to dryness. Finishes with a tart bite of acid.",,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonehedge 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Stonehedge
,Red,Australia,"It's toasty from 17 months in French oak, but the wood is well balanced by cassis and the nose picks up some lovely hints of anise with air. Straightforward black-currant and vanilla flavors flow smoothly across the tongue. Soft tannins and low acidity make this a Cab that's meant to be enjoyed now. Editors' Choice.",,22,90,Western Australia,Mount Barker & Margaret River,,Sandalford 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Barker & Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandalford-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mount-barker-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sandalford
,White,South Africa,"This is the midrange wine in Danie de Wet's clutch ofChardonnays, proof that the hot climate of Robertson is no bar to making fine white wines. With its steely character, this is the most French wine, almost Chablis in style, from this producer. Spices, green plums, kiwifruit are all there, as is fresh, crisp acidity.",Bateleur,20,90,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2000 Bateleur Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2000-bateleur-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2000,De Wetshof
,White,US,"Argyle's Reserve shows less oak than the Nuthouse and Spirithouse bottlings, with more compact and vivid fruit. Nice flavors of stone fruits, grapes and citrus, well integrated and full through the mid-palate. It rounds into a very pretty finish, fruit forward, balanced and true.",Reserve,20,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1999-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Argyle
13.7,Red,US,"This dark, young wine is brooding. It's hiding itself in a purple velvet cloak, revealing only hints of spicy blackberry fruit and smoked meat. The tannins are chewy, but yielding, like gum. It's a very beautiful wine that will improve for a couple years in the cellar.",,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2000 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,2000,Babcock
14.1,White,US,"A blend of lots that didn't make it into the single-vineyard Chardonnays, the Sonoma Coast bottling offers a representative introduction to the Hartford Chardonnay style. Oily-textured melons and peaches are framed by toasty, nutty, buttery accents.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hartford 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Hartford
14,White,South Africa,"This French-run estate (the family is involved with Gosset Champagne and Cointreau liqueurs) has produced a stunning Chardonnay. Big on creamy fruit and nutty, buttery flavors, this wine pairs toast, acidity and ripe fruit in a fine, complex balance. Best Buy.",Estate,12,90,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 1999 Estate Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-1999-estate-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1999,Morgenhof
13,White,US,"The Chateau's reserve is not their best Chardonnay (that honor belongs to the Cold Creek) but it's their most accessible, made in a powerful, lush style with softer fruit and more obvious new oak. Fleshy, full-bodied and showing lively spice, it's a drink-me-now pleasure.",Reserve,31,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12.5,White,US,"Toast and butterscotch flavors lead the way in this relatively full-bodied wine, featuring a fine array of crisp apple, peach, pear, melon and citrus notes. Long and full on the finish. Best Buy.",,13,90,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 1999 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-1999-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,1999,Dr. Konstantin Frank
13.5,Red,US,"Sangiovese still isn't a major varietal in California but wines like this push it a notch in that direction. You'll like the pretty berry flavors, integrity of tannins and acidity and rich, dry finish. It's a terrific food wine. You might find yourself reaching for a third glass of this pretty wine over that luxury Cabernet.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1998 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1998-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1998,Valley of the Moon
,Red,US,"This winery has really figured out how to make fruit flavors that are remarkably delicious, and this wine displays that talent admirably. It just bursts with the tastiest stone fruit flavors, but they're dry, and the wine's balance is impeccable.",,20,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terre Rouge 1999 Mourvèdre (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-1999-mourvedre-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Mourvèdre,1999,Terre Rouge
14.2,Red,US,"An apt name for this richly fruited and supple wine, which features high-toned green grass, stem and herb aromas over earthy, black-cherry flavors. The finish is long, spicy and briary. If you enjoy the herbal aspect of Pinot Noir, you may rate it even higher.",Velvet Sisters,50,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Hartford 1999 Velvet Sisters Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-velvet-sisters-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hartford
,White,New Zealand,"Based on these tastings, 2000 must have been a great vintage for the eastern coast of NZ's South Island. Here's another top-notch Chard, this one loaded with buttered, toasted whole-wheat bread and vanilla custard, spiked with tropical fruit and citrus. It's rich but not heavy, with a finely etched finish and ample structure.",,20,90,Waipara,,,Muddy Water 2000 Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muddy-water-2000-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2000,Muddy Water
14.5,Red,US,"Made claret style, the fruit and alcohol are restrained, and the wine drinks dry and balanced. Dark cherry and wild berry flavors are mouth-filling and the tannins are complex but approachable. This is a fine example of its appellation and terroir.",Reserve,22,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Clos du Bois 1999 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Clos du Bois
,Red,US,"Opens with a burst of blackberry, mint, game and smoky oak, and turns rich and flavorful in the mouth, with enormous concentration and depth of flavor. Bone dry, the fancy berry flavors float in a silky texture framed by toasty oak.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Benziger 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,1998,Benziger
13.8,Red,US,"Only 1,100 cases of this lovely liquid, but you'll swear you're drinking Pomerol. The fruity profile is strong, mellowed by oak influences and designer tannins. A dry limpidity and softness to the structure makes you appreciate it all the more. Twenty-four percent Cabernet Sauvignon adds curranty complexities.",Madrone Ranch,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1998 Madrone Ranch Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-madrone-ranch-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1998,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"California has struggled to produce a super-Tuscan that was at once deeply flavored and classically structured. With this wine, Flora Springs raises the bar. It has all the fruity flavors you expect from the vintage, with the architecture of a fine Napa red. The tannins and acids are softly intricate. Mainly Sangiovese and Merlot, with a dollop of Cabernet Sauvignon.",Poggio del Papa,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Poggio del Papa Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-poggio-papa-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"This is the real stuff, with pepper, blackberry, smoke and an earthy note. Drinks lush and complex. Sheer heaven, with impeccable precision and cohesion of blackberry liqueur, oak and lush tannins.",,26,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Havens 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/havens-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Havens
13.5,White,Chile,"Snappy and pure aromas grace the nose, with Bartlett pear, lees and toasty oak most prominent. The palate is overt and fruity, featuring apple and citrus flavors accented by bright acidity. This seems like a fine appetizer, by-the-glass, or party-friendly wine, but the composite cork the winery is using is madness to get off the corkscrew. Best Buy.",Reserve,8,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Calina 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2000-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Calina
,White,New Zealand,"Melon and tropical fruit aromas and flavors appear early and linger delicately through the clean crsip finish. Despite overtones of buttered toast and vanilla, the fruit stays on top, focused and fresh. The oak is in check, so it should prove versatile in food pairings.",,14,86,Marlborough,,,Cairnbrae 2000 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairnbrae-2000-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Cairnbrae
,Red,US,"Country style, with its rough, earthy tannins and brambly berry flavors. Yet it's clean and likeable, with intensely jammy, berry and stone fruit flavors. It also has a nice, round, supple texture. A versatile wine with lots going for it.",,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Granite Springs 1999 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granite-springs-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Granite Springs
14.5,Red,Chile,"Black fruit up front has an earthy, composty quality; the palate's mixed berries take a back seat to wood. Persistent herb and white-pepper flavors on the finish persist longer than I wanted them to. A rustic, rough-around-the-edges wine that begs for stew or black beans.",Don Maximiano Estate - Reserva,25,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 Don Maximiano Estate - Reserva Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-don-maximiano-estate-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,1999,Errazuriz
,Red,US,"Here's a very dry, somewhat tart wine, soft in body but with some firm tannins. The palate impression is austere, with thin flavors of sour cherry and white pepper. It's a light wine but one with charm and style.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1998 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1998,Philip Staley
,Red,US,"Rich, earthy and dry, this will satisfy barbecue denizens who want something good to wash down ribs and chicken, but it has style and finesse, too. The spicy, wild-berry and plum flavors are appealing. A blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignane, Grenache, Alicante Bouchet, Barbera and Mourvèdre. Best Buy.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Laurel Glen 1999 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-1999-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Laurel Glen
13,White,South Africa,"This wine is produced by the Malan family of Simonsig Estate from purchased grapes. Light, fresh, with crisp, green fruit, it is an easy, pleasant wine to drink, well-made and delicious. There's a lovely, creamy, toffee aftertaste. Best Buy.",Family Vinter's,8,86,Stellenbosch,,,Malan 2000 Family Vinter's Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malan-2000-family-vinters-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2000,Malan
13,White,Australia,"Filled with bouncy aromas of melon, pear and tropical fruit, this lightweight charmer even blends in notes of butter and anise on the finish. It's a fun wine with the accent on fruit. Best Buy.",Black Label,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McGuigan 2000 Black Label Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2000-black-label-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,McGuigan
14,White,Australia,"A smooth, easy-to-drink wine made to the New World formula: Sweet caramel, vanilla and peach aromas and flavors, capped off by spicy oak on the finish.",Zoes,15,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Nepenthe 2000 Zoes Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nepenthe-2000-zoes-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,Nepenthe
,Red,US,"White pepper aroma. Subtle blackberry fruit reveals itself on the palate, as do some tough tannins. Very dry, with an earthy, tannic finish. Needs a few years to soften up.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Jaffurs
13.5,Red,US,"Sprightly and clean, with full-throttle fruit and spice and a softly tannic texture. The pepper and wild-berry flavors are distinctive and delicious, and nicely dry. Try with pizza, or pasta with spicy sausages. Best Buy.",Valley Oaks,10,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Valley Oaks Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-valley-oaks-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Fetzer
,White,South Africa,"The regular cuvée from Glen Carlou is a weighty wine, spicy, with toffee and cream flavors and some attractive green fruit to give it a fresh aftertaste. While this is not as serious as the Reserve Chardonnay, it makes a delicious apèritif wine, that will pair well with light fish dishes.",,14,86,Paarl,,,Glen Carlou 2000 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-2000-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2000,Glen Carlou
,Red,US,"Pretty much what you'd expect from a blend of Alexander and Dry Creek Valleys, it starts with dusty, wild-berry aromas leading to a fruity, spicy wine encased in substantial tannins and moderate acids. It will age, but losecharacter. Drink it now or soon in its bright, exuberant, wild youth.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Deux Amis 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-amis-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Deux Amis
13.5,White,Australia,"This wine from Kendall-Jackson's Australian outpost offers aromas of butter, clove and tropical and citrus fruits. Dried spice flavors accent soft peach andvanilla, finishing with a touch of tangerine. Best Buy.",,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yangarra Park 2000 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2000-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Yangarra Park
13.5,White,Australia,"Features a complex nose of green apples, pears and pineapples, accented by smoky notes. The flavors are similar, folding in more vanilla and toast nuances—the oak in this wine seems to build toward the finish, while the fruit does the reverse, turning fainter and more citrusy.",,16,87,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Stonehaven 2000 Chardonnay (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-2000-chardonnay-limestone-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Stonehaven
,White,Australia,"Musky spiced pear and melon aromas lead off, backed up by lush ripe pear and melon flavors. Finishes with a tasty blend of tart pineapple and peppery, clove-like spice.",,12,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 2001 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-2001-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Ross Estate
13.5,White,Australia,"Standard stuff, done right. Smoke and toast aromas add nuance to scents of citrus and peach. Hints of vanilla and baking spices buttress apple and pear flavors. The wine finishes with fresh, lemony notes. This is textbook Chardonnay.",Thomas Hyland,18,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Penfolds 2001 Thomas Hyland Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-thomas-hyland-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2001,Penfolds
,White,Australia,"A boldly flavored wine that doesn't hold back, packed with sweet pears, powdered cinnamon and clove. Smooth and supple in the mouth and leaves tangy, lingering flavors of lime on the finish.",,12,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2000 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2000-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Margan
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Very light, actually nearly translucent. Aromatics of caramel and butter lead into a super-sweet palate with plenty of vanilla and caramel flavors. The texture is creamy and there's ample woody character along with toasted nuts on the finish. It's quite sweet, yet structured.",Special Reserve Master of Port,16,87,Douro,,,Osborne NV Special Reserve Master of Port Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/osborne-nv-special-reserve-master-port-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,,Osborne
14.6,Red,US,"Classic late-harvest Zin that packs a real whallop. Wld berries and stone fruits mingle with pruny, raisiny notes in this softly textured, rather alcoholic wine. They couldn't or didn't ferment to dryness, so there's some sugar in the middle palate and finish, where those raisiny flavors reappear.",The Zin,30,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,M. Cosentino 2000 The Zin Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,2000,M. Cosentino
13.6,White,Australia,"Starts off with understated aromas of buttered whole-grain toast, pineapple and tropical that gradually build in intensity, finishing with a blast of toasty American oak, vanilla and spice. It's slightly unpolished, but flavorful and full of character.",,10,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2000 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2000-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Hope Estate
13,White,Australia,"New oak and ripe fruit blend together to yield complex aromas of baked apples and pears, complete with a pat of melted butter and a dash of cinnamon. Finishes clean, not cloying, with a distinct Granny Smith flavor.",Tintara,15,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Hardys 2000 Tintara Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2000-tintara-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2000,Hardys
,Red,Chile,"The Massenez family from Alsace is to thank for this Bordeaux blend, which offers fleshy, dusty black-plum and red-berry fruit flavors, and a medium-long finish rife with oak and red berry. The nice nougaty-marscapone aromas are unfortunately overtaken by oak.",Grand Cru,40,87,Requinoa,,,Château Los Boldos 1997 Grand Cru Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Requinoa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-los-boldos-1997-grand-cru-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-requinoa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Château Los Boldos
14,Red,US,"From master winemaker Dick Arrowood, and pretty good for a regional-based wine. A politically correct Cabernet with cassis flavors, good oak, very dry, stylish tannins and low acidity. There's not a lot going on below the surface but it gets the job done.",Grand Archer,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 1999 Grand Archer Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1999-grand-archer-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Arrowood
13.5,White,Australia,"A zesty, citrus-accented wine that features aromas and flavors of lemons and limes, piecrust and minty herbs. Finishes clean and refreshing—a racy wine that nevertheless isn't lightweight.",Premium,13,87,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Andrew Harris 1999 Premium Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-harris-1999-premium-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,1999,Andrew Harris
,Red,US,"From one of the older Pinot Noir vineyards in the valley. There's nothing shy about the aromas or flavors. It's got tomato, coffee, mushroom, black- and red-raspberry and peppery-spicy notes that last into the finish. Silky tannins and mild acids make it immediately drinkable.",Rhinefarm Vineyard,26,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 1999 Rhinefarm Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-1999-rhinefarm-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Gundlach Bundschu
12,White,US,"Kicks off with pretty toast and peach aromas, followed by a strong lemony core. Moderate body and bright acidity make this zippy wine refreshing and food friendly. Best Buy.",Apaucuck,10,87,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Gristina 2000 Apaucuck Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gristina-2000-apaucuck-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,2000,Gristina
13.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend is partially barrel fermented and aged in one-year-old oak, which explains why this blend of 56% Sémillon and 44% Sauvignon Blanc has both an oakiness and a steeliness over its pear and citrus fruit. Mouthfeel is subtly creamy; closes with banana and pear.",White,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2000 White Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2000-white-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,2000,St. Supéry
,White,Australia,"Understated and less ripe than many Australian Chardonnays, which makes for a nice change of pace when tasting, but also a leaner, more austere style dominated by citrus flavors. This atypical Aussie Chard could even be paired with shellfish.",Old Winery - Hunter Valley/McLaren Vale,14,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 2001 Old Winery - Hunter Valley/McLaren Vale Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2001-old-winery-hunter-valley-mclaren-vale-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Tyrrell's
12.5,Red,Chile,"This wine has such nice hickory, dried-spice and red-berry notes, it'd be a shame to drink it anywhere but outside on your deck, with some slow-cooked baby back ribs. Medium-weight, with some chalky tannins, it finishes with more of the same flavors, plus some char and green herb. Fire up the grill. Best Buy.",Estate,9,87,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Ema 2000 Estate Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2000-estate-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Santa Ema
,Red,US,"Starts with an explosion of crushed white pepper and roasted, charred notes, with a suggestion of blackberries. Drinks round, soft and flavorful, a full-bodied red with velvety tannins and fresh acidity. This flattering, dry wine is versatile and easy to drink.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1999 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Fess Parker
,Red,US,"Sprightly and light, this is a feathery wine on the palate, with soft acids and gentle tannins, although the fruit is pure California. Raspberry, tobacco, blackberry and cinnamon flavors fill the mouth and are delicious to savor. It's very dry and stylish, with a fruity, Lifesaver finish.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1998 Mourvèdre (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1998-mourvedre-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Mourvèdre,1998,Philip Staley
12.8,Red,Chile,"Bright, ripe fruit is the name of the game in the mouth, where blackberry and red plum are countered with a manageable amount of oak. Tannins are chalky; bouquet and finish are more subtle and a little oakier.",Barrel Select,10,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 1999 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1999-barrel-select-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Santa Ema
13.5,White,South Africa,"The Finlaysons, father and son, have made some impressive Chardonnays in the dozen years since they took over this Paarl estate. This is not as fine as some (1995 was exceptional), but it has many of the same characteristics: ripe, tropical, fat fruit, with an element of complexity provided by the lees. Yet, the high toast flavors tend to spoil and dominate the fruit.",,14,87,Coastal Region,,,Glen Carlou 1999 Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-carlou-1999-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,1999,Glen Carlou
13.4,Red,US,"Lightish in color, it opens with earthy, tobacco aromas, a hint of mint and, if you really concentrate, blackberries. It's very limpid in the mouth, light as a feather, but the fruit is great. The concentrated blackberry taste is dry and flavorful, with wonderful acids. This is a very individualistic wine, and fun to drink.",,17,87,California,California Other,California,Holly's Hill 1999 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-1999-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1999,Holly's Hill
,White,Australia,"There's a distinct hardness to this wine, so that the fruit comes across more as a tough-skinned yellow-plum than as a soft, ripe peach. It's a little stingy on the midpalate, but there are plenty of other things to make up for it. Melon and pineapple flavors add layers of interest, as does the toasty, nutty finish.",Cranes,36,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2000 Cranes Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2000-cranes-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Henschke
14.4,Red,US,"No mistaking the brambly, wild-berry character of this rugged but likeable wine. It's ripe and fruity and dry, with the sappy fructose of black raspberries and loganberries. Jagged tannins and crisp acidity make it perfect for barbecue.",Old Vines,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Château Potelle 1999 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1999-old-vines-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Château Potelle
13.5,White,Australia,"This weighty California lookalike nevertheless comes across as balanced, thanks to a long, mouthwatering finish. Citrus and yellow-plum flavors stand up well to a hefty dose of vanilla and buttered toast.",Estate Reserve,20,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Blue Pyrenees 1999 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pyrenees-1999-estate-reserve-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,1999,Blue Pyrenees
,Red,US,"For Calera's least expensive Pinot, this is pretty darned nice stuff. It's packed with true varietal character, from the pale color to the spicy, fruity, tomato-infused flavors to the silky tannins and crisp acids. It's what people want in a delicate yet assertive wine, and defines Central Coast Pinot in a general sense.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 1999 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Calera
13.5,White,Australia,"A pillowy and tropical Chard that doesn't get sloppy soft or overly tart and hard. Toasted marshmallow, pineapple and banana aromas; lightly caramelized pineapple dusted with cinnamon flavors. Finishes with a smoky edge. Best Buy.",Bin 222,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2000 Bin 222 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2000-bin-222-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Wyndham Estate
14,White,New Zealand,"Very fresh pear, melon and tropical fruit, medium body and a clean, crisp, citrusy finish make this a wine to rely on with a wide range of foods. It should pair well with just about anything that normally works with white wine.",Private Bin,15,87,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2001 Private Bin Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2001-private-bin-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2001,Villa Maria
13.5,Red,Chile,"Cream, plus jammy blackberry and blueberry aromas may trick you into believing that this wine's a Syrah, but the truth comes through on the palate, where sturdy, brambly blackberry flavors dominate. Finishes dry, with medium length.",Oak Aged,16,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Montes 2000 Oak Aged Pinot Noir (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-oak-aged-pinot-noir-casablanca-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Montes
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Sweet and mild aromas are highlighted by a touch of fresh prune. The mouthfeel is buttery, with plenty of toffee/coffee flavors poking through. Although it's a tad simple and straightforward, as a whole there is nothing not to like about this easy-to-drink Port.",Tawny Ten Years Old,30,87,Douro,,,Churchill's NV Tawny Ten Years Old Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/churchills-nv-tawny-ten-years-old-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,,Churchill's
,Red,US,"A very nice wine, with good, ripe black-currant fruit; dry and balancedwith aromas and flavors of sweet, smoky oak. The flash is on the surface and it's a little sharp, so it's not an ager. But it's a tasty wine.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Beringer
,White,Australia,"The aromas are so promising, redolent of toast and pears, butter and nectarines, that expectations are high. And make no mistake—this is very good wine. It's just that a slightly resinous veneer of spicy oak largely dominates the palate and finish.",Heytesbury,30,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Vasse Felix 2000 Heytesbury Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2000-heytesbury-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2000,Vasse Felix
13.5,White,Argentina,"This is forward and oaky, almost bulky in the nose, but not overdone. The palate offers some nice orange flavors, along with a dose of ripe tropical fruit. The mouthfeel isright on, with proper acids providing necessary balance. The finish is clean and smooth, although a little sweet.",,15,87,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2000 Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2000-chardonnay-san-rafael/,Chardonnay,2000,Valentín Bianchi
14,White,Australia,"Seems almost Burgundian in this crowd, with its aromas of smoke and white peach and flavors of roasted hazelnuts and grilled peaches. Finishes clean and crisp, with tart, lime-like acidity and hints of smoke.",,18,87,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,T'Gallant 2000 Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tgallant-2000-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2000,T'Gallant
13.5,Red,Chile,"Medium-weight (more Gamay than Cabernet in the heft department) with a soft, subtle dusty texture, this Rapel Valley Cab offers red-berry and dried-spice aromas, and red plum and cedar flavors. Goes down so easily that you just might forget that wine has alcohol in it. Best Buy.",,10,87,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,La Palma
13.9,Red,US,"This fine wine straddles the border between good and complex. The elements are terrific: pedigreed blackberry and cassis fruit, fine oak nuances, and soft Sonoma tannins. It's just a tad thin in the middle. Drink it with meat.",Drummond Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Drummond Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-drummond-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kunde
13.5,White,US,"This is very appealing when first popped, with plenty of forward  butter and caramel scents livening up the fresh fruit. Ready to drink right now, it retains enough acid to stand up to food, though the finish is a little bitter from all the new oak.",,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Three Rivers
13,Red,Chile,"Black-cherry, plum and a mild creamy note characterize the nose. The palate is a nice combination of huckleberries and black cherries, all doused in chalk, white pepper and tree bark. Dry, woody tannins. Best Buy.",Reserve,8,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2000 Reserve Malbec (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2000-reserve-malbec-maipo-valley/,Malbec,2000,Santa Alicia
,White,Australia,This peach- and pear-scented wine was bottled with screw caps so you needn't fear TCA. Baking spices accent simple peach and pear flavors in this medium-weight Riesling. Finishes dry and stony.,,17,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Sandalford 2001 Riesling (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandalford-2001-riesling-western/,Riesling,2001,Sandalford
13.5,White,Australia,"This wine is packed with bright tropical fruit and citrus aromas and flavors, yet stays balanced and spritely through the long, citrusy finish. It's easy to like and easy to drink.",,16,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Mak 2001 Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mak-2001-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2001,Mak
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is a little closed, but there's a lot to like about this Pinot, particularly its gravelly tannins. Blackberry, black plum and metallic-mineral flavors are lovely, but really, it's all about the texture.",Grand Reserve,22,87,Bío Bío Valley,,,Porta 2000 Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Porta
,White,US,"Tasty fresh fruit, leaning toward grapefruit and pineapple, peach and lemon. Zesty and forward, it refreshes rather than fatigues the palate, and is perfect for sipping on a spring afternoon. Best Buy.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Snoqualmie
13.5,Red,US,"Here's what you look for in old-vine Sonoma Zin: concentrated brambleberry, chocolate, tobacco and spice flavors; very dry, complex tannins; crisp acids and a certain rustic quality that's charming and easy to drink. This particular baby has it all. It's wild, savage now in youth, but will mellow with time.",Old Vine,28,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ledson 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ledson
,White,Australia,,,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yangarra Park 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Yangarra Park
13,White,US,"A snappy, tangy wine that shows good balance and integration. Its mineral core fans out to reveal pretty pear, apple, citrus and herb flavors, all couched in moderate toast.",Estate Reserve,17,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 1999 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-1999-estate-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1999,Martha Clara
13,White,Australia,"With its high-toned, herbal and toasty style that sets it apart from the crowd, this distinctive Chardonnay may not be to everyone's taste. Shows lots of oak and powdered dry spices on the finish to accent the custardy-lemony fruit. Should age well and might surprise you in five years.",,45,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Killerby 2000 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/killerby-2000-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2000,Killerby
,White,US,"Crisply fruity, with apples and citrus backed by light toast and vanilla. There's a nice balance of acids, not too much, but enough to give the wine proper structure and balance.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Apex
12,White,US,"A pleasant, mild-bodied wine that shows pretty citrus, melon and apple notes at itscore. A fresh, lemony edge on the finish is clean and bright. Best Buy.",,9,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 1999 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-1999-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,1999,Fox Run
15,Red,US,"There's always a sense of anticipation in opening a new Sierra Foothills Zin, and this one lives up to the reputation. It's very strong and fruity, with huge aromas and flavors of wild berries, and it also has those raisiny, Port-like notes so common to this area. Despite the 15% alcohol, it drinks bone dry, with the silkiest tannins imaginable.",,17,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Holly's Hill 1999 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Holly's Hill
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This is prototypical Gisborne Chardonnay, featuring a whack of spicy oak and buttered popcorn allied to tropical-fruit and peach flavors, brought into focus by mild citrus (tangerine) on the finish. A very fruity and somewhat simple style, yet executed perfectly.",,11,87,Gisborne,,,Glazebrook 2000 Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glazebrook-2000-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2000,Glazebrook
,White,South Africa,"Named after Danie de Wet's wife, this elegant Chardonnay balances smooth fruit with crisp acidity and a spice-and-toast finish. There have been better, more concentrated, vintages of this wine—notably the 1998 and 1993—but it will develop well over the next four or five years.",Lesca,14,87,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2001 Lesca Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2001-lesca-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2001,De Wetshof
,Red,US,"A big, fleshy blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre that serves up rich, chewy tannins supporting ripe plum, black-cherry, herb and toast flavors. Moderate and elegant on the finish.","Petite Cuvee: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre",25,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,"Tablas Creek 1999 Petite Cuvee: Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre Red (Paso Robles)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-1999-petite-cuvee-grenache-syrah-mourvedre-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Tablas Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Defines what makes this appellation great for Cabernet, but also why it won't rival Napa anytime soon. Brilliantly ripe fruit, lovely balance, such a pretty taste of the earth and, in this case, expensive oak. But there's that extra something it aspires to and doesn't quite achieve. It has to do with complexity of tannins.",Reserve,35,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
14.1,Red,US,"It's shy in the nose, with suggestions of cassis and smoky oak, while the flavors veer toward berries and spices, swimming in firm tannins and sharp acidity. It's a delicate wine, one of finesse rather than power, but it is very good. A long, sweetly ripe finish suggests ageability, but it's probably at its youthful, fleshy best now.",Kuimelis Vineyard,28,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Kuimelis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-kuimelis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Here is a well-priced Chardonnay that delivers a bit extra. Plump, soft fruit with a hint of honey and plenty of butterscotch. There's even a hint of licorice. All in all, a well-rounded, forward, fruity effort with front-loaded flavors.",Reserve,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2000-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Barnard Griffin
,Red,US,"There's nothing delicate about the massive flavor explosion, with mingled notes of raspberries, cherries and blackberries, with peppery, gingery spices. It's big, bold and brassy, but the tannins are light and silky, which makes it float on the palate despite the fruit.",Floodgate Vineyard,28,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Peterson 1999 Floodgate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-1999-floodgate-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Peterson
13.8,Red,US,"Fuller-flavored and bigger-bodied than usual, this year's release is a big, juicy wine, filled with jammy berry and stone fruit, spicy flavors. It fills the mouth with opulent fruit, yet maintains a delicacy of body and silky lightness that are classic.",,26,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Handley
,Red,US,"Quite fruity, with an intriguing blueberry quality that dominates. However, the wine is dry and focused, with layers of black-currant, herb, toasty oak and spice flavors. Moderate and bright on the finish.",Chapel Vineyard,15,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1999 Chapel Vineyard Mourvèdre (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1999-chapel-vineyard-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Mourvèdre,1999,Zaca Mesa
13.7,White,US,"There is an unfortunately strong scent of burnt match to this wine, so much so that it can be tasted as well. Oversulfured though it may be, it's a delicious bottle, with ripe, round fruit, made in a big, balanced style and enhanced with generous new oak. Air it out!",,33,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Woodward Canyon
10.5,White,US,"A syrupy sweet dessert wine that serves up gobs of apricot and peach flavors. But searingly bright lemon-like acidity, reminiscent of eiswein, balances the richness and leaves the palate fresh.",Late Harvest,35,88,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 2000 Late Harvest Chardonnay (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-2000-late-harvest-chardonnay-long-island-hamptons/,Chardonnay,2000,Wölffer
13.5,Red,Chile,"It's easy to see Rothschild's Bordeaux influence in this one—it's more about chalky, minerally tannins than oak, and offers mixed berries on both palate and nose. An acorn nuttiness and some dried spices linger throughout. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Carmenère. Best Buy.",Escudo Rojo,15,88,Chile,,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2000 Escudo Rojo Red (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2000-escudo-rojo-red/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2000,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
14.2,Red,US,"Juicy blackberry aromas are spiced up by dried-herb, black-pepper and vanilla-bean notes. On the palate, dark berries and toast are accented by earth and green tobacco, and chewy, gritty tannins. Taut red fruit rolled in white and black pepper sums it up. 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 1% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot.",Red,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1998 Red Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1998-red-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,1998,St. Supéry
13.5,Red,US,"From volcanic red soil, a deeply fruity wine. Even in this vintage they managed to wring some fine blackberry and cassis flavors from the grapes. Wrapped in rich, mellow tannins and backed by soft acidity, the wine spreads across the palate carrying waves of flavors.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1998 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"A pleasing blend of black cherry, chocolate and herb flavors, all couched in powdery tannins that should smooth out nicely in the cellar. This moderate-bodied Merlot is good for drinking now, too. Finishes clean.",Limited Selection,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 1998 Limited Selection Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1998-limited-selection-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1998,Gainey
,White,US,"Still young, raw and a bit oaky, this well-balanced wine just needs some more time to smooth itself out. All the right elements are there, from the polished fruit to the tangy acids to the toasty oak (slightly more than half is barrel fermented). This is a firm, fruity style, well-made and lively. Best Buy.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Caterina
,White,South Africa,"The Malan family makes a ripe, balanced Chardonnay, 100% wood-fermented in French oak. The style is rich and creamy, and there are attractive hints of honey from the partial use of malolactic fermentation. The downside of that is a lack of acidity, but for those who want rich, fat Chardonnay, this is it.",,14,88,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2000 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2000-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2000,Simonsig
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This is a big, ripe wine, yet it showcases cool-climate-influenced citrus fruits. Lemon-lime, ginger and piecrust open to sweet citrus and vanilla, with just a touch of butter. A hint of grapefruit pith on the finish provides additional structure.",Barrel Fermented,30,88,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2000 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2000-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,2000,Felton Road
,White,Australia,"These grapes are sourced from the relatively cooler region of Orange, and it shows in the wine's pear and citrus flavors. Hints of nuts (cashews, perhaps?) add complexity and style not often found in this price range. Crisp and clean on the finish, with refreshing citrus notes.",,10,88,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Reynolds 2001 Chardonnay (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reynolds-2001-chardonnay-new-south-wales/,Chardonnay,2001,Reynolds
,Red,Australia,"A full, rich, woody style that emphasizes toast, vanilla and butter. Imagine sliced peaches doused in melted butter and sprinkled with cinnamon-sugar. Finishes thick and oily.",,21,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Sandalford 2001 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandalford-2001-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2001,Sandalford
,Red,Chile,"A chalky, dusty mouthfeel nicely balances this Petite Syrah's bright, full blackberry and blueberry fruit. Wheat-flour and black-pepper notes add interest to the bouquet; the wine finishes with herb and an acorny nuttiness. A good first Chilean wine for those more comfortable with the Californian style. It's got tannins to lose, but it's very good.",,17,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999  (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-maipo-valley/,$17,1999,Carmen
13.5,White,US,"This well-made wine features tangy flavors of citrus, nicely mingled with orange rind and a hint of grapefruit. Good texture, bracing acids, a food-friendly balance and some spicy complexity in the finish.",Estate Grown,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 1999 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-1999-estate-grown-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Gordon Brothers
,Red,Australia,"Starts off with a big blast of black-cherry and blackberry fruit that continues on the palate, picking up leather and vanilla nuances. It's full and flavorful, soft without being flabby—just what the doctor ordered for everyday drinking.",,14,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Element 2001 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/element-2001-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Element
13.5,White,Australia,"Sure it's oaky, but it's good oak, contributing complex aromas of burnt sugar, smoke and bacon fat to an otherwise straightforward peach-and-pear-flavored Chardonnay. The disparate elements converge in a harmonious finish that invites you back for another sip.",James Paddock,15,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bellarine Estate 2000 James Paddock Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellarine-estate-2000-james-paddock-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Bellarine Estate
13.5,White,US,"Very fresh and light, with just a bit of a resiny mouthfeel, this Sauvignon Blanc sees only stainless steel. White stone fruit, pear and citrus flavors dominate; flint and steel notes give the fruit substantial backbone. Drink with risotto, or other rich foods—this wine will cut right through it.",,15,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2001-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,St. Supéry
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This is more of a chunky, rich tawny; the mouthfeel comes across more syrupy than svelte. But with a ton of hazelnut/walnut character and plenty of bitter coffee nuances on the finish, it comes home nicely.",Baron de Forrester,77,88,Port,,,Offley NV Baron de Forrester  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-nv-baron-forrester-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Offley
,White,Australia,"Buttered toast and vanilla scents lead the way, buttressed by peach and citrus. It's medium-weight and smooth in the mouth, with a long finish that boasts echoes of orange and lemon.",Moon Mountain,21,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 1999 Moon Mountain Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-1999-moon-mountain-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Tyrrell's
13,White,Australia,"A big step up from the “regular” Chardonnay, this is riper, richer and longer. Buttered toast and tropical-fruit flavors, a rich, textured mouthfeel and a smooth, easy finish make this a very enjoyable drink.",Reserve,13,88,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Penmara 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penmara-2000-reserve-chardonnay-new-south-wales/,Chardonnay,2000,Penmara
,Red,US,"Ripe cherry aromas and flavors come to the fore in this pretty wine. It's medium bodied and elegant, displaying firm, ripe tannins and an interesting herbal edge for added complexity. One of the few wines to emerge from Marin County, better known for surfing and mountain biking. A fine first release.",,23,88,California,North Coast,Marin County,Mount Tamalpais 1999 Merlot (Marin County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-tamalpais-1999-merlot-north-coast-marin-county/,Merlot,1999,Mount Tamalpais
14.5,Red,Chile,"Hand-picked fruit from La Finca Estate in this case equals a real black beauty—one taster imagined that this would be difficult to drink without a hefty grilled steak. Smoldering smoke, ash and black fruit aromas make way for similar char, tar, licorice and blackberry flavors on the palate and on the finish. Drink from 2004.",Alpha  M,72,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 1999 Alpha  M Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1999-alpha-m-red-colchagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Montes
13,Red,US,"From a warm Eastside vineyard, this wine has pretty aromas of plums, pepper, white chocolate and smoke; well-knit and pure. Big in terms of fruit, but well balanced and elegant. The acids and tannins are soft and user-friendly.",The Corcairghorm - Fralich Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Garretson 1999 The Corcairghorm - Fralich Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garretson-1999-corcairghorm-fralich-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Garretson
,White,Argentina,"This pricey, mature wine is richly colored, and features an expected blast of toasted oak on the nose as well as some lemon and scrambled eggs. The oak element is heavy, but interesting. It definitely drives the wine and provides plenty of spicy nuances. If it's missing anything, it's defined, clean fruit and brighter acidity. Drink immediately.",Catena Alta Adrianna Vineyard,30,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 1999 Catena Alta Adrianna Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-1999-alta-adrianna-vineyard-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,1999,Bodega Catena Zapata
13.5,Red,US,"Winemaker Rick Sayer has found a nice balance between fruity, blackberry notes and elements of green olives. In the mouth, this yin-yang creates complexity and interest. Ultrasmooth tannins and soft acidity make it velvety.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Rodney Strong
14.5,Red,US,"Bright and fruity, with pretty cherry and raspberry notes. There's also a certain leafy complexity, with hints of smoke and coffee on the finish. Good wine. Good price.",,19,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 1999 Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1999,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"This is a light wine—light   in fruit, acid and tannins, and light in body. That doesn't mean it doesn't offer a lot of pleasure. It does. It has complex herbal, berry and spice flavors, and it's nicely dry, with a certain richness. It's a great wine for early drinking.",,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1998 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Byron
14.9,Red,US,"A spicy, earthy wine that serves up ripe currant, plum and blackberry flavors. Layers of licorice, mineral and herbs are also in evidence. The finish is tangy, with firm, supple tannins.",,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jade Mountain 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Jade Mountain
,Red,US,"From this Rhône specialist, a nice sipping wine with powerfully fruity flavors in a delicately structured, light-bodied wine. The pretty wild-berry and oregano flavors are surrounded by velvety tannins and soft acidity, so it goes down like silk. It's dry as dust.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Philip Staley 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Philip Staley
13.3,White,Australia,"At this price, it would be hard for this wine to live up to expectations—which is why we taste blind. But without any preconceptions, this wine was still delicious. The promising oaky aromas of honey drizzled over toast, coconut and vanilla are backed by white peach. It's tightly wound and less giving on the palate.",Tiers Vineyard,120,89,South Australia,Piccadilly Valley,,Petaluma 1999 Tiers Vineyard Chardonnay (Piccadilly Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petaluma-1999-tiers-vineyard-chardonnay-piccadilly-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Petaluma
,Red,US,"Pronounced, sharp cherry-berry aromas, generously enhanced by sweet, smoky oak. In the mouth, it's full bodied, syrupy and dense, with jammy berry flavors and soft, lush tannins. Very much a Châteauneuf-style wine.",Stolpman Vineyard,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 1998 Stolpman Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-1998-stolpman-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1998,Lafond
13,White,New Zealand,"Very fresh and vibrant, filled with zesty pear, citrus and pineapple fruit. Just a pleasure to drink, balancing lush fruit with zippy acids. Hints of apples and butter linger in the background.",Reserve,20,89,Canterbury,,,Sherwood Estate 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwood-estate-2000-reserve-chardonnay-canterbury/,Chardonnay,2000,Sherwood Estate
,White,US,"This block has made a wine more austere and yet more complete than the regular Otis Vineyard bottling. Firm fruit mixes melon and pineapple, nuanced with pepper, mineral and a dusting of oak. Balanced and muscular; a classy effort.",Otis Vineyard-Block 6,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1999 Otis Vineyard-Block 6 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-otis-vineyard-block-6-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Columbia Winery
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Complex from start to finish, beginning with aromas of smoke, kumquats and grilled pears and ending cleanly, with tart pineapple notes. The texture is a compelling mix of gravel and custard, yet the wine never seems heavy.",,22,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Stonecroft 2000 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecroft-2000-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2000,Stonecroft
13.5,White,Australia,"There's nothing subtle about this wine, which layers tropical fruit and pecan aromas over flavors of buttered nuts and citrus. Turns lemony on the finish. The intense flavors are all powered by an undercurrent of gravelly nuttiness.",Reserve,23,89,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Andrew Harris 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-harris-2000-reserve-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,2000,Andrew Harris
,Red,US,"Normally used as a blending grape in California, sometimes Grenache is good enough to stand on its own. This one is, with its black-cherry, spice and tobacco aromas and flavors and dry, lacy tannins. It's a soft, young wine, with plenty of jammy character.",Staley Vineyard,18,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1999 Staley Vineyard Grenache (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1999-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Grenache,1999,Philip Staley
,White,US,"Firm and focused, with pretty mineral and herb notes at its center. The wine has good body and is a bit racy on the finish, with a zingy citrus edge. Well integrated and refined.",,15,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Sakonnet 1999 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sakonnet-1999-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,1999,Sakonnet
,White,Argentina,"This bold, burly wine has a pretty shine to it. Attractive honey, melon and buttered-toast aromas dance on the nose, and the creamy yet structured palate offers coconut and banana flavors along with proper acids. It's very much like the inaugural '99 wine, maybe a bit better balanced, but less concentrated. Regardless, it's still potent Chardonnay featuring plenty of high-grade oak.",,32,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luca 2000 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luca-2000-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Luca
11,White,US,"On the nose, lively peach and tropical fruit aromas are kept in check by a cottony-chalky note. Not at all cloying, this Moscato is well balanced, with plenty of mango flavors. Finishes with garden-sweet honeysuckle and sunflower notes. Though Beaulac recommends it with spicy food (especially Thai), we think it'd be just as nice to sip on the beach.",Sweet White,15,89,California,California Other,California,St. Supéry 2001 Sweet White Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-2001-sweet-white-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2001,St. Supéry
13.5,Red,US,,Final Blend,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1999 Final Blend Meritage (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1999-final-blend-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-napa-valley/,Meritage,1999,St. Supéry
,White,New Zealand,"This relatively understated wine is less ebullient than the 2000s it was tasted alongside, but held its own, with green apple and lemon fruit underscored by smoky, earthy flavors. The lemony finish lingers a long time.",,25,89,Waipara,,,Mountford 1999 Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountford-1999-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,1999,Mountford
,Red,US,"This winery has always taken a light-handed approach to Sangiovese, preferring a delicate, drinkable wine to a ponderous one. The trend continues with this appealing release. It's deeply flavored with berry and spice, in a dry, airy package with just enough weight to qualify as a serious wine. Try it with almost anything, it's that versatile.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Flora Springs
14.5,White,Australia,"Starts off slowly, but opens considerably with air—so much so that it's probably worth decanting as you might a bottle of young white Burgundy. It's buttery and full, yet possesses a stony mineral quality that gives it balance. Initial peppery-spicy notes on the finish smooth out the longer it sits in the glass. Editors' Choice.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,20,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Frankland Estate 2000 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-2000-isolation-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2000,Frankland Estate
,White,South Africa,"A ripe but lively wine, from this master of Chardonnay. Danie de Wet's entry point wine is full, fat and toasty but also has fresh, green fruit flavors and a layer of cinammon and tropical fruits. It is great Chardonnay, delicious and tasty. Best Buy.",Bon Vallon,12,90,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2001 Bon Vallon Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2001-bon-vallon-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2001,De Wetshof
,Red,US,"Bold, powerful aromas of white pepper and blackberry explode, with a more mature bouquet of dried rose petal and sweet cigar box. Soft, lush tannins frame pure, supple berry fruit. Perfect now. —S.H.",,21,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,AJB Vineyards 1997 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ajb-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1997,AJB Vineyards
,Red,US,"From hillside vineyards, here's a concentrated, intense wine with some tongue-sticking tannins. Blackberry, espresso and white-pepper aromas lead to a round, full-bodied and very dry wine that will benefit from a year or so of cellaring.",Les Coteaux,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 1999 Les Coteaux Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1999-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Andrew Murray
,White,South Africa,"The name of the top brand from the massive KWV winery refers to the cathedral-like roof of its main winery. This is a rich, generous wine, with spice, ripe fruit and a good layer of toasty wood flavors. There is complexity also, introduced by the crisp acidity that complements the opulent fruit. Best Buy.",Cathedral Cellar,12,90,Western Cape,,,KWV 2001 Cathedral Cellar Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2001-cathedral-cellar-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2001,KWV
14,White,Australia,"Boasts plenty of buttery tropical fruit set off by aromas of toast and smoke, then shines in the mouth, where the mouthfeel is custardy but not heavy and the fruit flavors shine. Finishes long and tart, seamlessly turning citrusy along the way.",,15,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Xanadu 2000 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xanadu-2000-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2000,Xanadu
,Red,US,"Here's a soft, juicy wine with melted tannins in the modern style and some nice blackberry flavors. It's young now, a saucy wine that hasn't yet fully come together. But all the pieces are there. Drink it at three or four years of age.",,19,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Benziger
13.9,Red,US,"A blend of lots left over from Calera's three prime vineyards, it's an intriguing combination of delicacy and power. The color is pale, the aroma is cola-like and it's light on the palate. But the depth of fruit is great, and so is the complexity. This wine will age well.",Melange,40,90,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 1997 Melange Pinot Noir (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1997-melange-pinot-noir-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Pinot Noir,1997,Calera
,Red,US,"From this well-regarded Sonoma County appellation, a ripely fruity wine, brimming with plum, blackberry, tobacco and spice aromas and flavors. It's rich, but balanced by finely intricate tannins and very nice acids. There's a harmony and balance that make it fun to drink.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 1999 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-1999-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1999,Peterson
,White,US,"This is the third year McCrea has made an Elerding Chardonnay, fermented on wild yeasts in stainless tanks, then aged sur lie in fairly neutral oak. Complex, textured and loaded with banana and butterscotch flavors, it's a rich wine that retains enough elegance to go down easily with food.",Elerding Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 2000 Elerding Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-2000-elerding-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,2000,McCrea
,Red,US,"From hills above the river, a lovely wine, with black-cherry and white-pepper aromas and flavors and sweet vanilla and oak. Rich and spicy in the mouth, with pronounced blackberry and cherry fruit, jammy and sweet. Very balanced, all the way to the long, richly satisfying finish.",Timbervine Ranch,26,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Loxton 1999 Timbervine Ranch Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loxton-1999-timbervine-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Loxton
,Red,US,"Mainly from century-old vines in Lodi, here's a dark, rich, almost syrupy wine, packed with wild-berry flavors. It's big, but the tannins are creamy and soft, and the acidity is low, so it's immediately drinkable. There's a lip-smacking quality to it. It's a saucy wine, delicious.",Old Vine Za Zin,18,90,California,California Other,California,Laurel Glen 1999 Old Vine Za Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-1999-old-vine-za-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Laurel Glen
12.5,White,Australia,"This deliciously full-bodied and rich Chardonnay is unabashedly New World in style. From its caramel and tropical fruit aromas through its flavors of Golden Delicious apples, mango, vanilla and baking spices, it screams “Australia.” Best Buy.",,8,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rothbury Estate 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rothbury-estate-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Rothbury Estate
12.4,White,Australia,"An interesting wine that shows some bottle evolution akin to Aussie Sémillon in its development of dry toast and smoke aromas despite minimal wooding. Sweet apple and pear fruit on the palate turns citrusy on the finish, picking up hints of greengage plum.",Pristine,16,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Stanley Brothers 1999 Pristine Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanley-brothers-1999-pristine-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Stanley Brothers
13,White,Australia,"This relatively lean wine focuses on pear and apple aromas and flavors. Some spearmint scents spice up the nose, while buttery nuances appear on the palate. Finishes a bit short, but with crisp and clean with herb notes, unencumbered by lots of oak.",,16,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 2000 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Yalumba
13,White,Australia,"With a nose full of buttered popcorn and vanilla, it's clear that much if not all of this wine was barrel-fermented and aged, maybe a tad too much. The vanilla and toast flavors partially obscure pretty white peach fruit.",,28,84,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Hamelin Bay 2000 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamelin-bay-2000-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2000,Hamelin Bay
13.5,Red,Chile,"Perfectly pleasant, particularly as a by-the-glass pour, the Porta is medium-bodied and easy to drink. Black berries and plums compete with rustic oak flavors in the mouth; the bouquet offers a bizarre blend of anise, butter cookies and apricots.",Reserve - Cabernet Sauvignon/Carmenere,14,84,Chile,,,Porta 2000 Reserve - Cabernet Sauvignon/Carmenere Red (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-carmenere-red/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Porta
13,White,Australia,,Rawson's Retreat,11,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2001 Rawson's Retreat Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-rawsons-retreat-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2001,Penfolds
13.1,White,Australia,"A heavyweight wine, loaded with cooked pear and apple flavors and accented by mint and cream. Like a real-life heavyweight, it's a bit ponderous in this crowd, albeit packed with flavor.",,11,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Black Opal
13,White,Australia,"Manages to taste sweet and sour at the same time, blending lemon custard and caramel with tart grapefruit-like acids. Okay, just serve it thoroughly chilled.",Koonunga Hill,10,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2001 Koonunga Hill Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-koonunga-hill-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Penfolds
13,Red,Chile,"Another wine from Portal del Alto that's just on the cusp of drinkability. Potent butterscotch and cream aromas don't seem authentic. Resiny flavors mask the fruit, and it finishes flat.",Gran Reserva,12,80,Maipo Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2000 Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-2000-gran-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Portal Del Alto
,Red,France,"The perfect combination of elegance and purity of fruit give this famous wine, a blend of fruit from both slopes of the hills above Ampuis, a great sense of style as well as power. The Syrah perfumes, at their richest and coolest, combine with black fruits to give an overwhelming impression of immense fruit flavors.",Brune et Blonde,40,94,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,E. Guigal 1999 Brune et Blonde  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1999-brune-blonde-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,1999,E. Guigal
13.5,Red,US,"The best Napa Cabs are soft, concentrated and supple. This pretty wine is all that. It combines the power of sun-ripened fruit with a reluctance on the winemaker's part to overwhelm. This dry wine impresses through restraint, not a knock to the head. The right foods will make it sing.",Jacques de Connick,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1998 Jacques de Connick Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1998-jacques-connick-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Beaucanon
,Red,US,"Fans of the Leonetti style are sure to find this fragrant, plummy wine a winner. Loaded with ripe fruit, the wine smells of cedarbox and roasted coffee, layer upon layer of smoky oak adding dimensions of flavor and texture. Very good right now. Editors' Choice.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Walla Walla 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Walla Walla
,Red,US,"An interesting wine that combines cassis and blackcurrant notes with a rich earthiness suggesting sage and tobacco. This limpid, soft wine is easy to drink. It's filled with summery berry flavors and mild, complex tannins and is nicely dry. Yet it has an elusive elegance that makes it special.",,19,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Yorkville Cellars 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Yorkville Cellars
,Red,US,"This is the kind of honest, clean Cabernet I imagine made Napa Valley famous. It's perfectly varietal, with currant and cassis flavors and impeccable balance. Rich tannins are classy, and the wine finishes dry and spicy. It's not big on oak, and it doesn't have the flamboyance of more famous Napa Cabs, but it will age seamlessly.",Lewelling Vineyard,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 1999 Lewelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-lewelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Trinchero
,Red,France,"Get past the animal, rustic aromas of this wine, and it shows very fine paces. It is bursting with Syrah perfumes and ripe fruit. Solid, powerful, concentrated, with spice and fine tannins, it will develop over the next five years.",Deschants,34,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Deschants  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-deschants-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1999,M. Chapoutier
,White,France,"Having spent 18 months in wood, it is not surprising that this wine is dominated by wood even now. But what is even more impressive is the richness and power of this blockbuster white wine. For Guigal, 1998 is a year for white wines that age, and this will certainly mature for 10 years at least, probably 20.",,32,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,E. Guigal 1998 White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1998-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,1998,E. Guigal
14.5,Red,US,"A very nice wine with lots of personality and charm. Black cherry, tobacco and sage flavors drink fruity and pure, with dry, supple tannins and a richness that lasts into the spicy finish. There's a lightness, delicacy and suppleness that make you reach for more.",Limited Release,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 1999 Limited Release Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-1999-limited-release-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Conn Creek
,White,US,"Good fruit, sourced from an excellent Red Mountain vineyard, starts things off right. The fresh nose is scented with hay, herb and sweet grass, and leads into a lovely wine with 25% barrel fermented semillon blended in for extra pizzazz. Best Buy.",,12,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie Cellars 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-cellars-2000-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Camaraderie Cellars
14.1,Red,US,"There are few wines on earth that smell better than this one. The finest smoky oak, the best blackberry and cassis fruit are irresistible. Beautiful flavors of berries, herbs, and spices impress with their depth, while the tannin structure is the best money can buy. The fault lies in the acids. The wine is as soft as a melting Dali watch.",Reserve,70,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Artesa
,Red,US,"A Mendocino wine with all five major Bordeaux varietals. Nonetheless Cabernet Sauvignon dominates, with blackcurrant and cassis notes and elaborate but not excessive wood. Very dry, this wine has higher acids than you get in Napa, meaning it's not as plush. But it's more food-friendly.",Richard the Lion-Heart,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Yorkville Cellars 1997 Richard the Lion-Heart Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1997-richard-lion-heart-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Yorkville Cellars
,Red,US,"Carefully controlled yield has resulted in a splendid Cabernet Franc with classic aromas of blueberries and coffee. Austere yet complete, it shows a firm structure, well-managed tannins, good grip and tight, muscular black fruit. Just 230 cases were produced.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2000 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2000-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Barnard Griffin
13.9,Red,US,"Its bouquet and palate offer loads of blackberry, which is hiding under a charry, smoky-tar cloak. Well-balanced, it closes with oak and a little vanillin sweetness.",Enveiere,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1998 Enveiere Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1998-enveiere-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Burgess
13.4,Red,US,"This is a soft, sensual Merlot, with lovely strawberry/cherry fruit and hints of herb. Complex, layered, elegant and subtle, it is a delightful showcase for the cherry-pie pleasures of Walla Walla fruit.",Spring Valley Vineyards,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Wilridge 1998 Spring Valley Vineyards Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-1998-spring-valley-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1998,Wilridge
,Red,US,"Light- to medium-weight in the mouth, particularly considering its pedigree, the Encounter is Farrell's limited-production Bordeaux blend. The nose and palate offer lots of black cherry, coupled with powdery-milky aromas on the nose, and chocolate-earth flavors on the palate. Finishes with good length, and spice and coffee flavors. Only 651 cases made.",Encounter,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 1998 Encounter Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1998-encounter-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Gary Farrell
,White,France,"This estate, with its small production from low-yielding old vines, is Jaboulet's latest pride. The white Crozes-Hermitage has great richness. There are aromas of honey from the ripe fruit, while the flavors mix exotic fruits and hints of mushrooms. Although it is rich, there is a firmer, more mineral streak, which adds to the complexity.",Domaine Raymond Roure,33,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1998 Domaine Raymond Roure Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1998-domaine-raymond-roure-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,1998,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
14.1,Red,US,"A big, big wine. It's one of the darker wines out there, and the plummy, blackberry aromas suggest deeply ripe flavors. They're there, a solid core of massive fruit, although it's buried now under the weight of oak, alcohol and tannins. It's a young wine, and a bit awkward. May round out with age.",,44,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 1999 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1999-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,1999,Niebaum-Coppola
13,Red,US,This blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot is more elegant and lean than rich. The nose offers meaty brown-sugar and blackberry aromas. Bright raspberry and cherry flavors are enveloped in oak and vanilla in the mouth;   finishes with intense woodsy-vanilla notes. 259 cases made.,Dionysus,74,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 1998 Dionysus Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1998-dionysus-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Chimney Rock
,White,France,"This is a single- vineyard wine from the Chapoutier domaine. The fruit was at the extreme limit of maturity when picked, and this shows in the hugely ripe taste, the flavors of soft, juicy pears and the sense of power. There is new wood, but it does not dominate, and the final taste is of a dry, mineral character that suggests good aging potential.",Les Granits,97,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Les Granits  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-granits-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,1999,M. Chapoutier
,Red,US,"Pretty tannic now, with plenty of grip and dust, but underneath is luscious blackberry, black cherry and cassis fruit. The wine is bone-dry, with lovely acidity. Its pedigree shows in its long, rich finish. Best after 2002, but pretty and elegant now.",,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Steltzner 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steltzner-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Steltzner
,White,France,"This is a balanced, not over-rich Condrieu, with enticing cookedwood flavors. The big attraction, a result partly of the fresh 2000 vintage, is its refreshing acidity, which cuts through the weight and richness and makes it very drinkable.",Les Chaillets,65,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Yves Cuilleron 2000 Les Chaillets  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yves-cuilleron-2000-chaillets-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2000,Yves Cuilleron
,White,France,"From a small vineyard which was the original heart of the Saint-Joseph appellation, Guigal can now make what it jokingly calls the Saint-Joseph de Saint-Joseph. This rich, concentrated wine, with 50% new wood aging, is dominated by ripe apricot and new wood flavors. The wood should soften, but the apricots should become even more generous.",Lieu-dit Saint-Joseph,28,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2000 Lieu-dit Saint-Joseph  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2000-lieu-dit-saint-joseph-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2000,E. Guigal
,Red,France,"Classic cool Syrah perfumes, with just a hint of animale,  are the fine opening for this dense, tannic wine, with ripe but sweet, dusty flavors. Strong on power and acidity, this is still very young, and will benefit from at least six years of cellaring.",Nobles Rives,,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Cave de Tain 1999 Nobles Rives  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-1999-nobles-rives-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,1999,Cave de Tain
,Red,US,"Red fruits and toast, pepper and coffee race to the front of this delicious young wine. It comes right at you, fresh and tangy, and suggests that a bit of time in the cellar might soften up the edges. Excellent winemaking.",Champoux Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 1999 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-1999-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Soos Creek
,Red,US,"A bright textured Cabernet, loaded with blackberry, licorice, black cherry, tar, herb and smoky toast flavors. Tannins are a bit powdery, but fine nonetheless, with a long, clean finish.",Generations,80,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1999 Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1999-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Raymond
,Red,US,"This flagship effort comes from the oldest blocks in this pioneering Walla Walla vineyard, planted some two decades ago. Elegant and layered, there are nice notes of licorice coming through a core of deep, fragrant black cherry fruit. Some nice cocoa accents and a hint of mint add interest as well. Editors' Choice.",Seven Hills Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Fruit from the Klipsun vineyard is among the most sought after in the state, and here's why: Laced with mineral, iron and coffee accents, this hard, tight, dry and substantial Merlot is built like a rock, for aging. Cellar Selection.",Kilpsun Vineyard,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Kilpsun Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-kilpsun-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Smooth and supple texture frames this sleek and complex wine that is both elegant and powerful. It offers a fine blend of blackberry, cassis, anise, spice, herb and toasty oak flavors that fan out on the long finish.",Diamond Mountain,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Von Strasser 1999 Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-1999-diamond-mountain-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Von Strasser
,Red,France,"The policy of Delas selling this particular cuvée at an older age than its competitors' Côte Rôtie certainly gives this wine a headstart in tasting. With its perfumed berry flavors and ripe but structured fruit, it is already showing signs of being ready to drink. Violets, toast and flavors of dark coffee add to its complexity.",Seigneur de Maugiron,25,91,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Delas Frères 1998 Seigneur de Maugiron  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1998-seigneur-maugiron-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,1998,Delas Frères
,Red,US,"Loaded up front with bright fruit redolent of blueberry, plum and black cherry. An attractive tangy edge gives lift, while toasty oak rounds things off. Though light-textured, the wine still carries plenty of weight and is lovely and long to the end. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec from Alexander Valley Vineyards.",,50,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Cyrus 1998 Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyrus-1998-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Cyrus
,Red,US,"The winemaker, Gordy Rawson, spent years at Columbia Winery, and learned a thing or two about Syrah. A pretty nose shows ripe berry fruit and sweet toast. This is really good juice, varietal and lip-smackingly tart, with a generous amount of fat, flavorful new oak. Editors' Choice.",Lonesome Spring Ranch,20,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Chatter Creek 2000 Lonesome Spring Ranch Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2000-lonesome-spring-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,Chatter Creek
,Red,US,"The blend is 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 15% Cab Franc, and it adds up to a sweetly fruity wine limned with chocolatey new oak. Balanced and structured like Bordeaux, it has substantial tannins and dominant oak, and seems likely to continue to develop well for another 6-8 years. Cellar Selection.",Grace,22,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie Cellars 1998 Grace Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-cellars-1998-grace-red-other/,Red Blend,1998,Camaraderie Cellars
,Red,US,"This is the kind of full-bodied, dry red wine that you can set on your table with complete confidence because it's world-class good. Rich, ripe fruit is nicely balanced with earthy, tobacco flavors, the whole framed in soft but complex tannins and plush oak. It's fairly high in acidity, which may have been added later, but works to offset the ripe sweetness with tart crispness.",,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Andretti
13,Red,US,"Dependable year after year for relative value, in this vintage which so many in California flunked, Lake Sonoma delivers a solid effort. Lush cassis is married to green olive and herb, with sumptuous tannins and an overlay of oak. It's not a keeper, but one of the most balanced and foodworthy Cabs of the vintage.",,21,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Lake Sonoma 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Lake Sonoma
,Red,France,"A bright, modern, deep purple color immediately shows the approach with this wine. The brightness continues to the aromas of red berry fruits and new wood. To taste, it is dominated by sweet new-wood flavors, but has also some deep blackcurrant fruit and big, firm, perfumed tannins. Give it five years and it will be delicious.",Terres Sombres,65,91,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Yves Cuilleron 1999 Terres Sombres  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yves-cuilleron-1999-terres-sombres-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,1999,Yves Cuilleron
,Red,US,"Nebbiolo has not distinguished itself in Washington, but here is the wine that could change all that. From the esteemed Klipsun vineyard, it is a pretty, pinot-colored wine scented with tea, tobacco, pie cherry and hints of leather. Clean and aromatic, with sweet fruit and an amazingly long, spicy finish, it is a light wine, but quite serious and flavorful. Alas just 226 cases made.",Di Klipsun,19,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Wilridge NV Di Klipsun Nebbiolo (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-nv-di-klipsun-nebbiolo-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Nebbiolo,,Wilridge
,Red,US,"This is a weighty wine of early drinkability and charm, with the mouthfeel of a good Cabernet, but with silkier, more accessible tannins. There's a rich, peppery earthiness to the sweet blackberry fruit. Not a blockbuster, it exhibits class, finesse and that elusive quality called style.",Windfall Vineyard,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Windfall Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-windfall-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Flora Springs
13.5,Red,US,"Almost black and Smells youthful, with cassis and oak aromas. Then you taste. The first impression is tannins. They're thick and firm and will take years to melt. But the core of blackberry fruit suggests the wait will be worth it. It's also nice to taste a Napa Cabernet that actually has tannins these days.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonegate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stonegate
14.2,Red,US,"Concentrated cassis and blackberry flavors are tinged with tangy herb notes and hints of smoky coffee and chocolate. The wine is focused and still a bit tight, framed in toasty oak and bright at the end. Should age beautifully.",Reserve,75,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Truchard
,White,France,"A ripely concentrated wine, from superripe late-harvest grapes. The aromas of peach stones and caramel are very inviting. Initially it seems almost sweet, but then as its flavors of nuts and exotic fruits develop on the palate, it becomes hugely rich.",Le Paradis Saint-Pierre,23,91,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Coursodon 2000 Le Paradis Saint-Pierre  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-coursodon-2000-le-paradis-saint-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2000,Pierre Coursodon
13.9,Red,US,"Pretty fancy stuff here. The blackberry and cassis aromas are given complexity by oak, lots of it, new and well charred. It drinks fruity, but with a more austere note suggesting olives and green peppers. This dry, herbaceous note makes it food-friendly. It may be an ager, but it will be at its best in a year or two.",,48,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Signorello
,Red,US,"The old vines bottling blends grapes from the Champoux and Sagemoor vineyards, from vines dating to the mid-1970s. This is a showstopper, thick, chocolatey and densely packed with red and black berries, smoke, cedar, anise and chocolate. It's a full-throttle wine that will require extra breathing time. Delicious now, or cellar it for another decade. Editors' Choice.",Old Vines,60,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1999 Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1999-old-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Woodward Canyon
,White,US,"Another stunning success for Hedges. This 52/48 blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay explodes from the glass with a heavenly bouquet of fresh, succulent pineapple/pear fruit. Intense and powerful, it continues with a gorgeous mouthfeel, creamy and bright, into a polished, rich finish. Best Buy.",,9,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 2001 White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2001-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2001,Hedges
13.6,Red,US,"This is the second time Canoe Ridge has released a reserve, lot-selection Merlot (in 1998 it was Lot No. 16). This wine is still wrapped up tight as a drum, with very young, very compact fruit that suggests depth and power. Like its predecessor, it's serious and dense, but this one needs a lot of breathing time.",Reserve - Lot No. 10,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1999 Reserve - Lot No. 10 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1999-reserve-lot-no-10-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Canoe Ridge
,Red,US,"This is a stylish effort, scented with cassis, blackberries, mint, licorice and coffee. Dark, tannic and delicious already, it is beginning to show complex layers of fruit flavor as it breathes. Definitely a wine to lay down for the next 8–10 years. Cellar Selection.",,22,91,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Camaraderie Cellars 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camaraderie-cellars-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Camaraderie Cellars
,Red,US,"Deep, stewy red-berry and brown sugar notes get a little heat (and a little currant) on the nose; in the mouth, it's got similar red-berry and toasty notes, and a creamy, velvety texture. Wants a little more acid to balance the vanillin fullness, but it's sexy nonetheless. Has the same extracted-fruit quality as Hanna's other Bismark Ranch offerings, with a percent or two less alcohol.",Bismark Ranch,50,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hanna 1999 Bismark Ranch Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1999-bismark-ranch-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Hanna
,Red,France,"This wine spends 38 months in new wood, and the question is whether the fruit can support it. Yes, but barely, since the spice, tannins and dryness all come from the wood, not the fruit. Maybe in 10 years' time there will be a chance for black fruits and the perfumed flavors to come through.",Château d'Ampuis,90,91,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,E. Guigal 1998 Château d'Ampuis  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1998-chateau-dampuis-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,E. Guigal
14.9,Red,US,"Lush and balanced in the mouth, with dusty tannins, the Quail Ridge offers butterscotch, red berry fruit, herb and mineral from beginning to end. It's aged in small French oak barrels for 26 months—was I imagining a charred, bourbon-like note on the palate? Worth finding one of the 743 cases made.",Reserve,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quail Ridge 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-ridge-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Quail Ridge
14.5,Red,US,"Some wines taste fancy. They have that exquisite fruit, those sculpted tannins, that plush overlay of oak that speaks of money. This wine is fancy. Napa terroir has given lovely fruit and acids. It's not a blockbuster. It's subtle, but there are signs of quality throughout.",Jacques de Connick,75,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1998 Jacques de Connick Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1998-jacques-connick-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Beaucanon
,Red,US,"From a hillside vineyard; starts with refined but closed aromas of blackberry, pepper and smoky oak. There's a polished structure, with silky, intricate tannins and good acids. Has a core of round, sweet berry fruit flavors that lead to a lingering finish.",Boushey Grande Cote Vineyard,42,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1999 Boushey Grande Cote Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1999-boushey-grande-cote-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,McCrea
,Red,France,"While the fruit—ripe, black and intense—gives this wine its power, there is also a huge core of toughness, that means it is going to be almost indestructible as it ages. Waiting is certainly the name of the game—20 years or more.",Monier de la La Sizeranne,102,91,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Monier de la La Sizeranne  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-monier-la-sizeranne-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,M. Chapoutier
,Red,US,"One sniff, one taste, and it's the '99 vintage all the way. Just packed with superlative berry-cherry-chocolate fruit, and so rich, so balanced. The tannins and acids do a sort of minuet with each other. Dry, stylish, complex and immediately drinkable, this is a super wine to have with, say, roast pork.",Mee Vineyard,28,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Trinchero 1999 Mee Vineyard Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-mee-vineyard-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,1999,Trinchero
14.6,Red,US,"Claret-style and elegant, this Cab's approachable enough to drink now. Dried green herbs and earth coat black and red plum on the nose; red berries, anise and white pepper shine on the palate. Spicy oak-derived goodness smolders on the finish. Only 275 cases produced.",Rutherford Ranch,75,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Laird 1999 Rutherford Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-1999-rutherford-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Laird
,White,France,"Showy aromas of vanilla cream, almond and ripe peach blend in flavors of oranges and tangerines in the mouth. This medium-weight wine finishes gently, with soft underpinnings of toasted nuts and chalk. The best Joyau of the trio.",Cuvée Joyau Premier Cru,45,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 2000 Cuvée Joyau Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-2000-cuvee-joyau-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2000,J. Moreau & Fils
,White,France,"A big, forceful, buttery wine that boasts loads of slippery river stones, along with spicy clove notes. Full-bodied and very ripe, showing more mineral than fruit, this grand cru should be approachable in 2–3 years and last up to 10.",Les Clos,45,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1999 Les Clos  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1999-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,J. Moreau & Fils
,White,France,"With its crisp fresh fruit and deliciously refreshing acidity, this wine from a small parcel of Condrieu owned by Domaine Gerin has a well-judged touch of wood, but is full of ripe white peach and spice flavors. When it has aged for a couple of years, it will be in peak condition.",La Loye,24,91,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Domaine Jean-Michel Gerin 2000 La Loye  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-michel-gerin-2000-loye-white-condrieu/,White Blend,2000,Domaine Jean-Michel Gerin
,Red,US,"Here is an inviting, almost exotic nose-mixing ripe fruit and sexy oak in a rich, textured, seamlessly deep wine. This easily compares with top of the line Washington efforts costing far more. Just 150 cases made.",,30,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Soos Creek
,Red,Australia,"The “legs” on this wine are thick and gluey, the visible sign of enormous extract. One sniff and taste confirm that. This is a big, sturdy wine, stuffed with wild berry flavors, and very dry. But beware, the tannins are outsized. Have it with red meat-based foods or age for up to a decade.",,18,92,Australia Other,Australia,,Tahbilk 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Tahbilk
,Red,France,"For Jean-Michel Gerin, the blending of the different lots which make up this wine was “the most complex of my career.” He has created a wine of great concentration, piercing balanced acidity and ripe, strawberry jelly fruit flavors. It is alreadyattractive to drink, but there is a firm layer of tannin for aging.",Champin le Seigneur,27,92,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Jean-Michel Gerin 1999 Champin le Seigneur  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-michel-gerin-1999-champin-le-seigneur-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine Jean-Michel Gerin
14.2,Red,US,,Talianna,35,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 1999 Talianna Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1999-talianna-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,1999,Bell
,Red,US,"This interesting blend includes 20% Syrah from the Sierra Foothills. The Cabernet provides structure and varietal character. Syrah adds a fat, meaty note. New oak gives it a spicy sweetness. The result is delicious, a dry, complex wine to drink now or soon.",Talianna,35,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 1999 Talianna Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1999-talianna-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bell
,Red,US,"The price is certainly right for this elegant, stylish blend (58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc) of Red Mountain fruit. All estate grown, the price and production (7,800 cases) belie the commitment to quality. Here is a vivid, racy wine, impeccably balanced and tightly wound. Thirteen months in barrel, of which 20% was new.",Three Vineyards,18,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Hedges 1999 Three Vineyards Red (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1999-three-red-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Red Blend,1999,Hedges
,Red,France,"A densely colored wine from this small estate, bought by Jaboulet Aîné in 1995. It is a great expression of Syrah, with aromas of ripe, concentrated fruits, dense tannins and flavors of new wood, spices and hedgerow fruits. It is a wine of great complexity, showing enormous aging potential.",Domaine Raymond Roure,33,92,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Domaine Raymond Roure  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-domaine-raymond-roure-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,Australia,"Magnificently rich and decadent, a wine stuffed with complexity but one that manages balance and harmony. Name the fruit and it's in there, from blackberry to orange rind. Dry, crisp and stylish, with soft but intricate tannins, this wine would cost two to three times as much in California.",,15,92,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Marquis Philips 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-philips-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Marquis Philips
13.5,Red,US,,Red Triangle,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rowland 1999 Red Triangle Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rowland-1999-red-triangle-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rowland
,Red,US,,,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Viader 1999 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viader-1999-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Viader
,Red,US,"An astonishingly good Merlot that reeks with distinction and class. Fully ripened blackberry fruit is nuanced with tobacco, sage and smoke. The mouthfeel is out of this world. It's liquid velvet, full of subtle but powerful flavors, dry and rich, that linger into a long, complex finish.",,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,St. Clement
,Red,US,"A very pretty wine, with near- perfect balance and that elusive quality of elegance. Definitely comes down onthe herbal side, with pronounced flavors of green olives. Oak provides some sweetness and spice, but it's a bone-dry wine, with dusty tannins. Demands rich foods.",,35,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,St. Clement 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,St. Clement
14.4,White,US,"Once again Marty Clubb has crafted a stunning semillon, with an ultraripe nose of figs, kiwi, lime and apricots. Along with the bonanza of fruit comes a lot of oak, but it keeps its balance and, flashy though it is, never fatigues. The three ring finish includes coconut, vanillla, pineapple and banana. Who knew semillon could do all that?!",Fries Vineyard,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,L'Ecole No. 41 2000 Fries Vineyard Sémillon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2000-fries-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sémillon,2000,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"Richly textured and lush on the palate, this smooth, complex wine offers a fine taste of what Napa Cabernet can achieve. Black cherry, cassis, blackberry, tar, chocolate, herb and earth notes are well integrated and layered. Firm, ripe tannins frame the ensemble, which finishes long.",,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hollywood & Vine 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollywood-vine-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hollywood & Vine
,Red,US,"In this new vintage there is a bit more Sauvignon Blanc (69%) than usual; the rest is Sémillon. Rich, oaky and expansive, it is an oak and texture-driven style, with the fruit—clean, slightly herbaceous, spicy and tart—playing second fiddle. Which is no criticism, because the delicious, over-the-top flavors, with layer upon layer of creamy complexity, and the rich, buttery finish just beg for lobster in a cream or butter sauce. Who can argue with that? Editors' Choice.",Chaleur Estate,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 2000 Chaleur Estate White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-2000-chaleur-estate-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2000,DeLille
13,Red,France,"A concentrated wine, although with some of the delicacy of the 1998 vintage, showing structure, tannins and ripeness. The finish is full of chocolate and sweet coffee flavors. The acidity gives a sense of elegance and lightness which suggests this will develop relatively fast.",Marquise de la Tourette,54,92,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 1998 Marquise de la Tourette  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1998-marquise-tourette-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,1998,Delas Frères
,Red,US,"There's lots to admire in this well-ripened, elegant dinner wine. It has aromas of green olives, white chocolate, and plums, with a waft of smoky oak, while the flavors are spicy and fruity. Bone-dry, it's richly tannic and complex, with depth and interest.",,26,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Steltzner 1999 Merlot (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steltzner-1999-merlot-napa-stags-leap-district/,Merlot,1999,Steltzner
14.1,Red,US,"A really wonderful wine. It seems classic Dry Creek Valley, in terms of bright, spicy fruit, as polished as marble on the surface, with maybe less stuffing than, say, Napa. But that's not to put it down. Racy tannins and dry acids make it competitive in a worldwide market.",Crane Creek Cuvee,50,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 1998 Crane Creek Cuvee Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1998-crane-creek-cuvee-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Lambert Bridge
,White,France,"Chapoutier has crafted a beautiful Condrieu. It may have high levels of new wood flavors, but of greater importance is the ripe Viognier, with powerful spice flavors and concentration. There is a sense of elegance as well as power which gives the wine a fine presence.",,75,92,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,M. Chapoutier 2000  Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-white-condrieu/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,M. Chapoutier
13.5,Red,US,"Sterling made 6,000 cases of this wine—you should have at least two of them. Spicy, musky, forest-fire aromas open onto rich, dark flavors (date-nut loaf, black plum, and tar) on the palate. Full and fleshy with dusty tannins, it closes with lingering, chewy tannins and dusty earth notes.",Diamond Mountain Ranch,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1999 Diamond Mountain Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1999-diamond-mountain-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sterling
,Red,US,"A fine blend of ripe cherry, berry, spice and herb flavors, all framed in toasty oak and spice nuance. Smooth but bright on the palate, with a zippy finish and subtle earth tones at the end.",The Malibu Estate - The Devon Vineyard,35,92,California,South Coast,Malibu-Newton Canyon,Rosenthal 1997 The Malibu Estate - The Devon Vineyard Merlot (Malibu-Newton Canyon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenthal-1997-malibu-estate-devon-vineyard-merlot-south-coast-malibu-newton-canyon/,Merlot,1997,Rosenthal
,Red,US,"This extremely limited-production Merlot (about 250 cases) is Alex and Paul Golitzin's “other” great red. It's all Klipsun Vineyard fruit, 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet, and its soft, chocolatey tannins envelope the taste buds in a sensual, textured landscape comprised of luscious cherry fruit and laced with hints of anise and roasted coffee. Big and extracted, yet more approachable than the Cabernet.",,60,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 1998 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Quilceda Creek
,Red,US,"This is an elegant, textured, subtle wine that will reward cellaring. Very fragrant and stylish, it shows smoky, dusty black cherry and cassis scents, ripe but not raisiny fruit, tightly wound and revealing hints of earth and mineral. Some sweet cocoa adds interest to the finish. Cellar-candidate 6-10 years.",Elerding Vineyard,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1999 Elerding Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1999-elerding-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wineglass Cellars
,Red,France,"Alain Graillot, chemical industry executive turned farmer, is showing how good Crozes-Hermitage really can be. The 1999 vintage of his special cuvée, La Guiraude, is a powerful, but bright wine, full of red fruits and firm tannins and balancing acidity. Raisins and rich fruit join the mixture that goes to make an immediately enticing wine, but one that should age over the next 10 years.",La Guiraude,,92,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Alain Graillot 1999 La Guiraude  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-graillot-1999-guiraude-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Alain Graillot
,White,France,"Unlike so many Condrieus, this is a wine that needs to be aged. From a parcel of land in the south end of the Condrieu appellation, this vintage is currently dominated by new wood. But under that, there is elegant, spicy fruit with delicious flavors of ripe pears and peaches. Just a hint of acidity gives it structure and considerable potential for aging.",La Doriane,60,92,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,E. Guigal 2000 La Doriane  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2000-doriane-white-condrieu/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,E. Guigal
13.9,Red,US,"Inky dark, this wine brims with important aromas of cassis, mint and fine, smoky oak. Fully ripe Cabernet blackberry flavors are wrapped in elegant tannins, dry and dusty. The structure is impeccable, the finish long. It's complex but approachable enough for immediate drinking.",Baritelle Vineyard - Jackson Clone,55,93,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 1998 Baritelle Vineyard - Jackson Clone Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1998-baritelle-vineyard-jackson-clone-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Bell
,Red,Australia,"Writes the book on how to make a wine filled with gigantic jammy fruit that's nonetheless dry, balanced and harmonious. The Cabernet contributes blackcurrants and structural tannins. The Syrah brings a peppery richness, while Merlot adds soft fruitiness. You can actually taste each varietal, yet the wine hangs together, dry and rich. Best Buy.",Sarah's Blend,15,93,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Marquis Philips 2000 Sarah's Blend Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-philips-2000-sarahs-blend-red-south-eastern/,Red Blend,2000,Marquis Philips
,Red,US,"Here is what all the excitement is about:  a Washington Syrah bursting with dense, thick, textured, rich, ripe fruit, yet not too “jammy.” The acids are there to support all that weight, along with generous amounts of oak. The zippy, berry-laden fruit shines through, then the oak kicks in with an abundance of smoke, coffee and licorice notes. Big, sappy, sensuous and flat-out sensational wine. Editors' Choice.",Doyenne,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1999 Doyenne Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1999-doyenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,DeLille
,Red,US,"This is the first reserve for this unassuming, low-profile winery whose wines clearly belong in the first rank of Washington's boutiques. It shows classic Cabernet fruit from three top vineyards, long and persistent, yet never over extracted or alcoholic. True Bordeaux style in an elegant, ageworthy wine. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,36,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Soos Creek
,Red,US,"Here's what a great estate does. there's no mistaking the pedigree, from the sumptuous, velvety texture to the exciting balance. It's class all the way from the elegant entry to the long, spicy finish. A hollow center says it won't age, but it's pretty nice stuff.",Fay Vineyard,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1998 Fay Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1998-fay-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,France,"A finely perfumed wine, with powerful tannins but also excellent flavors of dark plums and ripe black fruits, with well-judged acidity and a sweet jelly character. This will develop relatively quickly for a Cornas, but still has all the right power and intensity.",,32,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Éric & Jöel Durand 1999  Cornas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-joel-durand-1999-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Éric & Jöel Durand
,Red,Australia,"Dense all the way, from the dark, almost black color, to the huge aromas of blackberry jam, smoke and cassis, to the enormously fruity flavors. The texture is massive. This dry, complex wine coats the palate with all sorts of sensations, and the lush, sweet, fruity flavor lasts a full 30 seconds on the finish.",Bethany Creek Vineyard - Limited Reserve,30,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Heritage Road 1999 Bethany Creek Vineyard - Limited Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1999-bethany-creek-vineyard-limited-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Heritage Road
,Red,US,"Quilceda makes big, muscular Cabernets, but the power is tightly controlled and never out of whack. Firm cherry fruit is edged with mixed spices from barrel aging. Still young and hard, this is a tannic wine that clearly has the stuffing and structure to age indefinitely, but if drunk now will require many hours of breathing time. Editors' Choice.",,60,93,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Quilceda Creek
,Red,France,"According to Brigitte Roch, this was an exceptional year for the domaine. With such huge concentration, heavy black tannins, fine acidity and hugely ripe fruit, it is hard to disagree. This wine, made using an old-fashioned hand-operated basket press, is full of power, yet has an astonishing elegance.",,,93,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Clusel-Roch 1999  Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-clusel-roch-1999-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine Clusel-Roch
,Red,US,"Continues the Shafer tradition of richly fruity Cabs, with near-perfect tannins and just-right oak, and an elegant suppleness that's delicious and distinctive in youth, but ageworthy. The fine vintage has made the wine extra-complex and balanced. Over the years, many wineries have arisen, but few have a better track record than Shafer.",,48,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Shafer
,White,France,"The name refers as much to the brilliant green-gold color of this wine as to its richness. A tiny production from selected parcels of old Marsanne vines, this is a beautifully rich, creamy wine with a touch of honey and flavors of ripe pears.",De l'Orée Ermitage,253,93,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1999 De l'Orée Ermitage White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-loree-ermitage-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,1999,M. Chapoutier
,Red,US,"Among the better '98s, this wine's vineyard pedigree shows in the polished fruit and supple tannins, the result of great terroir. The aromas suggest black cherries and blackberries with intense oaky, smoky tones. Particularly notable for the soft, lush mouthfeel, like sipping pure velvet. If the wine were more concentrated it would be classic.",J. Daniel Cuvée,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 1998 J. Daniel Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-1998-j-daniel-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Lail
,Red,France,"Jaboulet bought this 7.3-acre estate in 1998, and this is the first full vintage. It is a huge wine, with all the true inky blackness and density of a Cornas. Firm, dry and concentrated, it also has generous ripe black plums, a hint of sweet jelly. It makes an excellent mix of the traditional foursquare Cornas style, with modern sophistication.",Domaine de Saint-Pierre,40,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Domaine de Saint-Pierre  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-domaine-saint-pierre-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,France,"Apart from the fact that this wine comes from a small parcel that is itself called Saint-Joseph, the other curiosity of this wine is its label, which is designed like a banknote, by the man who used to design French francs (now, of course, out of a job). The wine inside the bottle is powerful and concentrated, flavored heavily with new wood, vanilla and spicy fruits. Guigal believes it is possible to make great Saint-Joseph, and this wine certainly proves the point.",Lieu-dit Saint-Joseph,28,93,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 1999 Lieu-dit Saint-Joseph  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1999-lieu-dit-saint-joseph-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1999,E. Guigal
,White,France,"Georges Vernay is certainly the master of Condrieu. He takes Viognier to extremes and then makes drinkable wines. This evocatively named wine is ripe and creamy, flavored with delicious peaches, apricots and nectarines. The new wood gives an underlayer of spice and vanilla. This wine, from the master of Condrieu, may be low in acidity, but it is wonderfully high in richness.",Les Terrasses de l'Empire,57,93,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Domaine Georges Vernay 2000 Les Terrasses de l'Empire  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-vernay-2000-terrasses-lempire-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,2000,Domaine Georges Vernay
13.5,Red,US,"This immensely likeable wine, from the Oak Knoll section of the valley, avoids the overly fat, soft fruit of warmer areas, while preserving vital acidity. There's plenty of cassis fruit, and 50% new oak, but it's wonderfully balanced, with a modest 13.5% alcohol. You might easily mistake it for a fine St.-Julien, it's that good.",Blue Tooth Vineyard,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cenay 1999 Blue Tooth Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cenay-1999-blue-tooth-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Cenay
,Red,US,"In this vintage the Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (75%) is blended with Cabernet Sauvignon from Ciel du Cheval (22%) and Cabernet Franc from the Taptiel Vineyard, all prime property on Washington's Red Mountain. Tight and focused, this exceptionally well-structured Merlot mixes red and black fruits with exotic spices. Muscular and built to age, it's an amazing wine.",,60,94,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 1999 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Quilceda Creek
,Red,France,"Only 6,000 bottles and 300 magnums have been made of this wine, from a parcel in the famed La Landonne vineyard. This is a beautifully crafted wine, with vanilla and polished violet perfumes. To taste, the ripeness of the tannins and the richness of the fruit give both complexity and elegance. It should age for at least 15 years.",La Landonne,105,94,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Delas Frères 1999 La Landonne  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1999-landonne-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Delas Frères
,Red,US,"Hedges is one of a handful of Washington wineries producing top- caliber wines in significant quantities. This is their best deeply colored, elegant and Bordeaux-like in style and substance. Powerful, muscular black cherry fruit blends with dense, firm tannins, highlighted with elements of iron and earth. The wine, though young and compressed, is a perfect expression of Red Mountain Cabernet. About 20% Merlot is also in the blend. 2,100 six-bottle cases made. Editors' Choice.",Red Mountain Reserve,42,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1999 Red Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1999-red-mountain-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hedges
,Red,France,"Old vines in the Les Bessards vineyard on the Hermitage hill have offered up a majestic wine that has considerable power. With its strong, firm tannins and intense, brooding dark fruits, this is a wine that has obviously been made to last. With little use of new wood for this wine (only 10%), the structure and the complexity come entirely from the enormously ripe fruit and traditional fermentation.",Les Bessards,98,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 1999 Les Bessards  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1999-bessards-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Delas Frères
,Red,US,"What power and drama have gone into this wonderful wine. Sheer Pomerol, with pencil shaving, black cherry, cedar, chocolate and gamy-meaty aromas and flavors, tinged with violets, and the most voluptuous mouthfeel. Sheer hedonism right through the long sweet finish.",,48,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 1999 Merlot (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-1999-merlot-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Merlot,1999,Pride Mountain
,Red,France,"Jaboulet's view of its most famous wine seems to have changed. Although the concentrated, dense tannins and big black fruit flavors are still there, it has lost the huge brooding presence of past vintages, and now has a veneer of sophistication with superripe fruit, plums and dark jam tastes. Whether this 1999 will age as well as older vintages remains to be seen, but it will certainly be ready to drink sooner.",La Chapelle,131,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 La Chapelle  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-chapelle-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,White,France,"Jaboulet's white Hermitage is named after the crusading knight who built and settled in the small chapel on the Hermitage hill. The wine itself is powerful, rich and concentrated, with heady perfumes of wild flowers and nuts. The palate combines a hint of wood, a full-bodied, oily texture and a stunning burst of acidity that leaves a crisp aftertaste.",Chevalier de Sterimberg,75,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Chevalier de Sterimberg White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-chevalier-sterimberg-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,US,"Ripe, rich and elegant, this wine is brimming with black plum, strawberry, cassis, chocolate, spice and herb notes. It's smooth-textured and seamlessly integrated, even at this early stage. Firm, plush tannins and just the right amount of toasty oak frame the ensemble.",,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dalla Valle 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalla-valle-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Dalla Valle
,Red,US,"A beautifully balanced wine, framed in plush, ripe, velvety tannins and backed by lush, black cherry, plum, blackberry, spice, herb and chocolate flavors. Gloriously complex, seamless in its elegance, the wine is packed with charm and personality; long on the finish.",,65,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Switchback Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/switchback-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Switchback Ridge
,Red,US,"What a great success. Oozes with blackcurrant jam and cassis and a dash of black pepper. Flamboyant oak adds a perfume of vanilla and smoke. Fleshy, long and full, this beautiful wine is not a monster, but it coats the palate with spicy flavors that epitomize class and style.",Cask 23,150,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1998 Cask 23 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1998-cask-23-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,France,"A massive wine, with its opaque, dense purple color, its huge tannins and its tight, powerful structure. When it develops—maybe in 10 or 15 years' time—the perfumed, juicy Syrah fruits that are just suggested for the moment are going to be as dominant as the tannins are now. What a wine it will be then.",,55,95,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,E. Guigal 1999  Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1999-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,E. Guigal
,Red,France,"A huge, ink-black wine with all the brooding majesty that gives Cornas its reputation. A blockbuster with enormous rich, sweet tannins. At the end it is the quality of the superripe fruit from old vines that dominates, but it is certainly a wine to keep for generations.",Empreintes,37,95,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Éric & Jöel Durand 1999 Empreintes  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-joel-durand-1999-empreintes-red-cornas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Éric & Jöel Durand
,Red,France,"Here is a superbly rich and smooth wine. Aromas of violets and flavors of blueberries and red cherries along with dusty tannins, give this wine both immediate appeal and the promise of a good long-term future.",La Landonne,150,95,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Jean-Michel Gerin 1999 La Landonne  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-michel-gerin-1999-landonne-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine Jean-Michel Gerin
,Red,France,"A firm, dry, foursquare wine that has power and structure rather than the immediate perfumes of La Mouline, the partner cuvée from Guigal. This is the wine for those who want power with big tannins, and they don't come more powerful or tannic than this. Its aging potential is enormous:  after 10 years there should be more sign of the perfumed fruit which is there, somewhere.",La Turque,175,95,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,E. Guigal 1998 La Turque  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1998-turque-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,E. Guigal
,Red,US,"After “fiddling around,” as he puts it, with blends in his '96 and '97 cabs, winemaker Alex Golitzin decided to go with straight Cabernet in '98, an exceptional vintage for Washington State. This is a tight, focused effort, with powerful black fruits augmented with herbs and spices and a hint of mineral. Young, tart and tannic, it will continue to improve as it knits together over the years. Editors' Choice.",,60,95,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Quilceda Creek
,Red,France,"Even though the 42 months this wine has spent in new wood give it an intensely toasty character, the enormously soft, perfumed fruits and ripe, sweet flavors that go along with the wood produce a finely tuned, balanced wine that should age well over many years. As an expression of pure Syrah, there are few better.",La Mouline,175,96,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,E. Guigal 1998 La Mouline  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1998-mouline-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,E. Guigal
,Red,US,"Plush, smooth and packed tight with complex flavors. Blackberry, anise, black cherry, tar, coal, spice, earth and herbs remain tightly wound, waiting patiently to reveal their full charm in time. Supple, smooth tannins and beautiful balance give this wine classic elegance.",Maya,120,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dalla Valle 1999 Maya Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalla-valle-1999-maya-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Dalla Valle
,Red,US,"Certainly one of the successes of the vintage. Packed with cassis, sage, plum, tobacco, earth and smoky oak, and perfectly dry and balanced. Sheer joy in the mouth, like liquid velvet. It changes every second, offering up tiers of flavors through the spicy finish.",SLV,100,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1998 SLV Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1998-slv-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"Aromas lean toward black cherry, chocolate and herbs, which sally forth on the palate serving up more dense fruit, licorice, coffee and beautiful toast flavors. Tannins are smooth, supple and ripe. Long, lush and decadent on the finish.",Herb Lamb Vineyard,150,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Colgin 1999 Herb Lamb Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colgin-1999-herb-lamb-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Colgin
,Red,France,"This is almost certainly the most famous Côte Rôtie from the best vineyard in the appellation. It is a wine for power. Dry fruits and tanninc aromas give an immediate sense of structure and strength. On the palate, it is wild, savage almost, with huge tannins and untamed exotic perfumes. The wood—42 months in new wood—seems almost incidental to the power of the fruit. The aging potential is obviously enormous.",La Landonne,175,97,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,E. Guigal 1998 La Landonne  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1998-landonne-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,E. Guigal
,Red,France,"Jean-Louis, the son of Gérard Chave, is now in charge of the family business, as well as being president of the Hermitage wine producers. He is continuing the family tradition of making powerful statements of Syrah from Hermitage, combining massive structure and over-powering perfumes. This 1999 seems to have the best of the traditional world of tannic immensity and the modern world of beautiful, ripe fruit. A wine that will age for a very long time.",,125,97,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,J.L. Chave 1999  Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-chave-1999-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,J.L. Chave
,Red,France,"Chapoutier's selections of the best parcels of vines in Hermitage are set to become legendary. Sold under the ancient spelling of the appellation name (Ermitage), they represent the epitome of the power and concentration that lies behind the reputation of the appellation. This cuvée is the best of the collection, with its brooding, opaque character, suggesting rather than revealing power at this stage. Age it until your new-born baby is old enough to drink, and it will be just about ready.",Le Méal Ermitage,150,98,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Le Méal Ermitage  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-le-meal-ermitage-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,M. Chapoutier
12,White,Argentina,"To get the best results, you'd better chill this one down. That way you'll get more of the refreshing apple and pear element of the wine and less of its fat, chunky body and rough, unpolished edges.",,11,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Marcus James 2000 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcus-james-2000-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Marcus James
13,White,Chile,"This one has bland aromatics, with only a touch of oak to grasp at. The palate is almost spritzy, which it shouldn't be, and the flavor resembles Mott's applesauce. A bit weak and only qualifies for an acceptable rating on its best day.",,8,80,Curicó Valley,,,Millaman 2000 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millaman-2000-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Millaman
13,White,Chile,"The nose is sulphuric and a bit barnyardy, which screams“watch out,” but in the mouth there's acceptable if unspectacular apple fruit. It's scratchy in the finish, and probably just this side of not being worth drinking.",Estate,6,80,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 2001 Estate Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-2001-estate-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Santa Alicia
13.5,White,Chile,,Gredas Negras,15,80,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 1999 Gredas Negras Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-1999-gredas-negras-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Viña Casas del Bosque
,White,Argentina,"Clear as day in the glass, with forced oak and spring flowers in the nose. In a word, it's strange. In the mouth, you'll get sweetness and other flavors not generally associated with Chardonnay. It's not necessarily a bad white wine, but it is definitely at odds with typical Chardonnay.",Elsa,11,80,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2001 Elsa Chardonnay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2001-elsa-chardonnay-san-rafael/,Chardonnay,2001,Valentín Bianchi
13.5,White,Argentina,"Could the scent of microwaved popcorn be any stronger? Obviously, it's heavily oaked, and that carries onto the palate where you'll find heavy, woody flavors in addition to banana and lemon. This needs a lot more charm and style; in all honesty, it's not delivering much.",,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1999 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1999-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,1999,Bodega Norton
,White,US,"An unusual blend of fruity, peachy flavors and bright lemony tanginess. Tastes a bit sweet, like it can't decide whether it's Riesling or Chardonnay. Some might love it, but it's definitely not for everyone.",,13,80,Maryland,Maryland,,Basignani 1999 Chardonnay (Maryland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basignani-1999-chardonnay-maryland/,Chardonnay,1999,Basignani
13.5,Red,Chile,"Though the nose (with acorny-oak and red berry aromas) is okay, I was left wondering where the concentration is—the dried herb and berry fruit taste watered down.",Montemar,8,81,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2000 Montemar Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2000-montemar-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2000,Aresti
,White,Chile,"Overbuttered; picture big slabs of it sitting atop your breakfast toast. There's some modest pineapple and citrus fruit but it's overwhelmed on the finish by slick, buttered movie popcorn.",Reserve,,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2000-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Viña Casas del Bosque
12,Red,Chile,"There's a tanginess to the red cherry-berry fruit aromas and flavors; oaky heat makes the flavors less approachable. Cranberry, plum and oak finish it up.",Flora Semi Dry,10,82,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 1998 Flora Semi Dry Red (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-1998-flora-semi-dry-red-maule-valley/,Red Blend,1998,Alfasi
12.5,White,Australia,"The sound you hear when you open the bottle is of chainsaws buzzing. Wood, wood and more wood—on the nose, on the palate, on the finish. Some citrus pokes through, but drink soon before it's totally submerged.",Chaste,15,82,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yunbar 2000 Chaste Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunbar-2000-chaste-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Yunbar
,Red,Chile,"Not much in the way of flavor on the palate, but the nose's blackberry-herb-white pepper-oak profile is decent. Finish offers drying, nutty-oak flavors with a bitter bite on the back end.",Don Maximo Estate Reserva,25,82,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 Don Maximo Estate Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-don-maximo-estate-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Errazuriz
13.5,White,Chile,"This wine is even more oaky than the Porta Reserve. From my vantage point, Porta's Chardonnays benefit from the school of less is more. This one is dominated by wood and wood spice, much more so than its brothers. There's also some vanilla in the mix, but it tastes artificial.",Grand Reserve,21,82,Cachapoal Valley,,,Porta 2000 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-grand-reserve-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Porta
13.8,Red,Chile,"One-dimensional, with not much in the way of texture, this Merlot has red-berry, black-cherry and wood flavors. Some bonus earth and cheese on the nose.",Reserva,12,82,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 1999 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-1999-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1999,Viña Tarapacá
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is lovely, with sweet, jammy blackberries and plums, dried spices and cedar tree bark notes. What follows is a little disappointing in comparison: dull wood, dry leaves and herbs, over tart plum fruit. Same dried-out leaves, oak and herbs follow on finish.",Don Maximiano Estate - Reserva,25,82,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 Don Maximiano Estate - Reserva Merlot (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-don-maximiano-estate-reserva-merlot-aconcagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Errazuriz
13.5,White,Australia,"Takes sweet fruit and oak to an extreme for a dry table wine, with aromas and flavors of vanilla, coconut, honey and tropical fruit. Try serving it ice-cold to lessen the sensation of sweetness.",Third Generation,11,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Nugan Family Estates 2001 Third Generation Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nugan-family-estates-2001-third-generation-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Nugan Family Estates
,Red,Chile,"There's too much flat-wood flavor here for this wine to be better than acceptable. On both the nose and the palate, flat-wood flavors obscure what fruit lies underneath. Medium-bodied, though appropriately dry, in the mouth.",,9,82,Maipo Valley,,,Casa Julia 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-julia-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Casa Julia
13.5,White,Chile,"Has some pleasant aromas of papaya and mint mixed with butter and vanilla, but turns lean and hollow in the mouth; there's some mild pear fruit, but mostly it's just light—verging on watery.",,9,82,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2000 Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2000-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Viña Casas del Bosque
13.7,White,US,"This is very simple, very neutral white wine, acidic and plain, with no defining varietal character.",,12,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,E. B. Foote
13.7,Red,Chile,"High-toned raspberry aromas mingle with mint and cedar notes in this stylish blend. Mixed berry flavors, vanilla and toast finish a bit tart and lemony, with firm tannins and hints of chocolate. Try in 1–2 years.",Ltd. Selection-Apalta Vnyd-Carmenere/Cab Sauv,16,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2000 Ltd. Selection-Apalta Vnyd-Carmenere/Cab Sauv Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-ltd-selection-apalta-vnyd-carmenere-cab-sauv-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,2000,Montes
13,Red,Chile,"Light enough for one taster to call it “Beaujolais-Merlot,” this Maipo Valley offering isn't very substantial. Dark soil, tree bark and black fruit aromas preface weak mineral and black plum on the palate. Flavors drop off at midpalate, leaving you wondering where the rest of it went.",Reserve,14,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 1999 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1999-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1999,Santa Ema
13,Red,Chile,"Red plum and dry oak get top billing on the palate. What's offputting here is a dry, gritty-woody mouthfeel that hangs on until the very end.",Gran Reserva,14,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 1998 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-1998-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Santa Alicia
12.5,Red,Chile,"A gravelly, rustic mouthfeel gives this indistinct mixed-berry and wood-flavored wine what character it has. There's not much to the finish, either. Blackberry and green herb, plus a little Band-Aid, on the nose.",Reserva,9,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 1998 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-1998-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Santa Carolina
13.5,White,Australia,,,32,82,South Australia,Piccadilly Valley,,Petaluma 1999 Chardonnay (Piccadilly Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petaluma-1999-chardonnay-piccadilly-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Petaluma
,Red,Chile,,Reserve,9,82,Maipo Valley,,,Agustinos 2001 Reserve Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2001-reserve-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Agustinos
13,White,Argentina,"The color is a brownish gold, which isn't terribly inviting. The smell of cream soda is about all that emanates from the otherwise dull nose. Sour apple is the prime flavor, while popping acids make for a good mouthfeel. The problem here is the taste more than the body or balance.",,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 2000 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-2000-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Fantelli
13.8,Red,US,"Soft tannins and light acids make this go down like water. It's docile stuff, easy to drink, but it's pretty thin in the mouth. Your palate wants to find berries or fruit, but there's precious little of either. They stretched the vines to the limit here.",,18,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Clos du Bois
12.8,White,Australia,"'Tis a noble pursuit, making Chardonnay that tastes like Chardonnay and not like oak, and Wise has succeeded in making a wine that exemplifies the peach, yellow-plum and citrus flavors Chardonnay can display. But the flavors are fruit-cocktail-syrupy sweet, causing the wine to get muddled and lose focus on the finish.",Unwooded,13,83,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Wise 2001 Unwooded Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-2001-unwooded-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2001,Wise
13.5,Red,US,"Gets the job done with a burst of jammy Lifesaver aromas and flavors. Lightly structured. There are some less ripe, green, stalky flavors that lead to a tart finish in this dry wine.",,6,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bel Arbor 2000 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-arbor-2000-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,2000,Bel Arbor
13,Red,Chile,"With such a dark flavor profile—blackberry, black grape, earth, oak—this wine needs a little more weight and concentration than it has. The nose's grape and plum notes are nice, but take some time to open.",Reserve,13,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 1999 Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-1999-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Viu Manent
13,Red,Chile,"Lots of wood from beginning to end, but some nice cherry and leather notes keep it interesting. The wine has gritty, woodsy tannins, yet still left me feeling as though it was on the light side of medium-bodied.",,8,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 1999 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-1999-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Viu Manent
,Rose,Chile,"Some say that wine is a cure-all; that saying rings true here, because this offering tastes like Cab Franc supplemented by a dose of herb-tinged medicine. Red berry, green tobacco and dusty tannins manage to peek through, but not as much as I'd like.",,27,83,Maule Valley,,,Francisco Gillmore 1998 Cabernet Franc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francisco-gillmore-1998-cabernet-franc-maule-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Francisco Gillmore
,White,Chile,"Apple, pear and melon aromas offer promise, but the palate doesn't deliver. Mostly it's banana-style fruit and a flat feel. The dry finish provides balance to the otherwise underwhelming performance in the mouth.",,9,83,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 2001 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-2001-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Cousiño-Macul
,Red,US,"Generic red wine with lots of plummy fruit, spice, alcohol and dryness. It's clean and proper and gets the job done at an everyday price.",Reserve,7,83,California,California Other,California,Corbett Canyon 1999 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbett-canyon-1999-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Corbett Canyon
13,White,Australia,Bouncy and full of ripe mixed fruit—mainly peaches and pears (think fruit cocktail)—this wine also has a creamy lactic note that doesn't quite mesh with the other elements.,,16,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Cheviot Bridge 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cheviot-bridge-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Cheviot Bridge
13.5,Red,Australia,"The warm climate of the Barossa is reflected in the heavy, sweet fruit flavors. The melon, guava and honey aromas and flavors lack zip and definition but certainly don't lack for ripeness.",Railway,13,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hamilton's Ewell Vineyard 2000 Railway Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamiltons-ewell-vineyard-2000-railway-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Hamilton's Ewell Vineyard
13.5,White,Australia,"More interesting to smell than to taste, the aromas burst with apple, nectarine, straw and clover honey, but the flavors are simple apple and citrus. Finishes short and lemony.",Barossa Vines,13,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 2001 Barossa Vines Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2001-barossa-vines-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Grant Burge
13,Red,Chile,"There's not much to ponder here—just blackberry and oak, from beginning to end. Grapes from this medium-bodied, 60-40 Cab-Merlot blend come from the La Palmería Vineyard.",,10,83,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2001-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,La Palma
,Red,US,"Rough and earthy, it has some well-developed berry-fruit flavors. High acidity scours the mouth. A serviceable wine, dry and austere, with rasping tannins that aren't likely to soften with age.",,25,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Paradise Ridge
13,White,Australia,"A decent introduction to Aussie Chardonnay, this new line from Penfolds boasts plenty of sweet vanilla and peach flavors in a full and somewhat syrupy package.",Rawson's Retreat,11,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2001 Rawson's Retreat Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-rawsons-retreat-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Penfolds
13.5,White,Chile,"This wine, unlike the regular Porta bottling, comes across fat and bulky. It's overloaded with tropical fruit and combative oak. And while better qualities seem to be fighting to show themselves, they can't seem to fake it past the glaring oak. This is for barrel lovers only.",Reserve,13,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Porta 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-2000-reserve-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Porta
14,Red,Chile,"There's brightness here, though the wine's flavors are a little strange. The nose is a mix of wet soil, caramel and clarified butter; the palate offers the same wet-soil flavor, plus plum and wood. Not nuanced; closes with herb and metal.",Reserve,13,83,Maipo Valley,,,Agustinos 2000 Reserve Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2000-reserve-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Agustinos
,Red,US,"From a warm vineyard, it has super-ripe aromas of baked cherry pie, with smoky vanilla. Made in a rustic style, with berry flavors and soft acidity.",South Ridge Vineyard,25,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kynsi 1998 South Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kynsi-1998-south-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1998,Kynsi
12.5,White,US,"The fruit is simple and lemony-tart, and there is a hint of pepper, which carries through. Generic and light, it finishes with a hint of onion.",,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tagaris 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tagaris-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Tagaris
12,White,Australia,"No oak means that the pear and melon flavors are front and center in this slightly syrupy wine that finishes unexpectedly hard and tart, with metallic notes.",Ceravolo,12,83,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,St. Andrews Estate 2000 Ceravolo Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-andrews-estate-2000-ceravolo-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,2000,St. Andrews Estate
,Red,US,"From Lodi grapes, a jam-scented wine, with pretty raspberry, black-cherry, and crushed-pepper aromas. Pleasant, light and fruity, with dry flavors of berries. No obvious faults or complexities in this soft, almost Beaujolais-like wine.",,12,83,California,California Other,California,Thomas Coyne 1998 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Thomas Coyne
,White,Argentina,"Given this Chandon-owned winery's success with Malbec, you might hope for more here. But this fading Chardonnay doesn't have much going for it. It's flat, with pleasant clove-like aromas and cider-like flavors. It also finishes flat, indicating a short lifespan ahead of it.",Alto,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas de Los Andes 2000 Alto Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-los-andes-2000-alto-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Terrazas de Los Andes
13,White,Argentina,"The better side of the nose takes time to reveal itself. At first it's all apple cider, peanuts and popcorn, but then fresh apples and spice appear. In the mouth it's a little chewy, with more of that dominant apple character. A serviceable, drinkable wine, but nothing special.",,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2001 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2001-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Santa Julia
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"The color is a cross between violet and brick red. The nose is muddled, bordering on dull. The palate feel is on the heavy side. It seems a bit clumsy and chunky. The nutty, warm finish helps, but overall it lacks sophistication and its parts aren't in full unity.",Dona Antonia Personal Reserve,22,83,Port,,,Ferreira NV Dona Antonia Personal Reserve  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferreira-nv-dona-antonia-personal-reserve-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ferreira
13.5,White,Australia,"Simple melon and vanilla aromas and flavors in a lightweight wine. It'll go fine with carryout rotisserie chicken on a busy weeknight, when something else might be overkill.",,7,83,Australia Other,Australia,,Cockatoo Ridge 2000 Chardonnay (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockatoo-ridge-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Cockatoo Ridge
13.5,White,Chile,"The ultralight color portends a light wine with pear and apple fruit, plenty of flowery sweetness and a surprisingly full, fresh finish. It's not a bad little wine, given its modest aspirations.",,10,83,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2001 Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2001-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,La Palma
14,Red,Chile,"Fans of dark oak will enjoy this Cab, which is big on char, green herb and dry tannins. Though there is a little plum and black cherry fruit underneath the oak, the midpalate still wants a little more oomph, and more fruit.",Reserve,12,83,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2000 Reserve Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2000-reserve-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,La Palma
13.5,White,Chile,"Straight-ahead apples and pears define the nose, which is entirely standard but clean. The same apple and pear fruit comes forward on the palate, but there's also a good edge to it that becomes the basis of a dry, decent finish. A bit flat, but very drinkable.",Reserve,12,83,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2000-reserve-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,La Palma
,Red,Chile,"This lighter-style Merlot has little texture, and standard dark berry, oak and vanillin flavors. Finishes with more of the same.",,9,83,Maule Valley,,,Santa Carolina 1999 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-1999-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,1999,Santa Carolina
12.5,White,Australia,"Good party Chard. Nothing too complex or subtle, just mixed tropical fruit with a hint of wood and sweet fruit-cocktail flavors.",,6,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Banrock Station
13.5,White,Argentina,"Simple aromas of fruit and wheat are touched up by toasted oak. Lemon, citrus and pear flavors vie for attention here, but nothing really stands out. It finishes on the spicy side, but with a sweetness that seems to come from residual sugar.",,13,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Alamos 2001 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alamos-2001-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2001,Alamos
14,White,Australia,"Slightly over the top and disjointed, the sweet honey, butterscotch, toast and baked Golden Delicious aromas and flavors at war with powerful acids. The elements are all here, just not working together.",,17,83,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Hollick 1999 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollick-1999-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,1999,Hollick
,Red,US,"Red and black berry fruit, in addition to rougher earth, tobacco and herb notes, and in the mouth it drinks fruity and tart. This is a simple, everyday red wine, dry and clean.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Domaine St. George 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-st-george-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Domaine St. George
14,White,Australia,"Aromas are musky and nutty at the same time, but also mix in some grapefruit notes. It tastes largely neutral, except for a dollop of baking spices that turn aggressively peppery on the lean finish.",The Olive Grove,15,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 2001 The Olive Grove Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-2001-olive-grove-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,2001,D'Arenberg
13.5,Red,Chile,"The nose is closed, with only slight earth and green-herb aromas; there are some chalky tannins and some raspberry flavors on the palate, but there's not much other than some chalky bubble-gum powder to the finish.",,7,83,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Santa Rita
13,White,Australia,"Starts off decently, with menthol-toast aromas of new oak layered over apple and lime fruit. Then turns overly oaky on the palate, blending caramel, toast and dill flavors with tart apple, finishing off with a slice of lemony acidity.",Soldier's Block Vineyard,9,83,Australia Other,Australia,,Marktree 1999 Soldier's Block Vineyard Chardonnay (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marktree-1999-soldiers-block-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Marktree
13.5,White,Chile,"Heavy pear and apple aromas pound the olfactory senses, prior to citrus and Bosc pear flavors. In its favor, the acids are bright, which keeps the wine's weight and feel in balance. There's also an appealing flinty nuance, which will make it go well with shellfish and salads.",120,,83,Lontué Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 120 Chardonnay (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-120-chardonnay-lontue-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Santa Rita
12.8,White,Chile,"The nose starts out herbal and rowdy, but then settles down to offer basic pear and apple aromas. The palate is all pineapple and other racy fruits, but it's also sweet and a bit discordant. The long, driving finish doesn't really hit the mark, and it's a bit heavy and drying right through the last impression.",Estate,9,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 2001 Estate Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-2001-estate-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Santa Ema
,Red,US,"From a warm appellation, a rugged, earthy wine with some distinctly raisiny notes. It's very soft and round, with a low-acid, velvety mouthfeel and outsized fruit. The finish is a bit sweet and Port-like.",Liebelt Vineyards,20,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pacific Star 1999 Liebelt Vineyards Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-1999-liebelt-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,1999,Pacific Star
14,Red,Chile,"Tired red fruit lurks under the black-pepper and charred-oak flavors on the palate, though the woody, rustic mouthfeel is interesting. Nose is rather mute, with a little dried herb showing through.",Reserve,12,83,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,La Palma
,White,Argentina,"Potent, mature aromas give you a lot to ponder. There's lemon, stone and also an unfortunate vegetal note. The mouth offers tangy edges, due to still-vital acids. All in all, however, it's just not really there the way it should be.",Reserve,19,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Felipe Rutini 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felipe-rutini-1999-reserve-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,1999,Felipe Rutini
14.5,Red,Chile,"This joint Mondavi-Chadwick venture has a rustic, woodsy texture, but not as much fruit as it needs to back the texture up. Black-fruit and sweet soil aromas dominate; blackberries rolled in gravel show in the mouth and on the finish.",,8,83,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 2001 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2001-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2001,Caliterra
13,Red,Chile,"So light that it borders on dilute, this Rapel Valley Cab offers funky earth aromas over sweet fruit. The palate doesn't offer much in the way of fruit flavors—instead, with such outdoorsy forest notes, it's easy to see why this wine is called “houses of the forest.”",,10,84,Rapel Valley,,,Viña Casas del Bosque 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-casas-bosque-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Viña Casas del Bosque
13.5,White,Australia,"Lack of oak makes this Chardonnay easier than most to pair with food, and its lean, tart style makes it a natural with fish or shellfish. Aromas and flavors of lemon, lime and green plum finish clean and zesty.",Unoaked,14,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 2000 Unoaked Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-2000-unoaked-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2000,Plantagenet
13.1,White,Australia,"Big butterscotch—aromas and flavors—come close to drowning out some of the finer nuances of this wine, which include green apples, citrus fruits and dried spices. Spicy oak and tart lemons linger on the finish.",Giants Creek,17,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 1999 Giants Creek Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-giants-creek-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Rosemount
,White,Australia,"Brings together rich buttery aromas of bananas Foster and spun sugar with citrus, green apple and yellow plum. Surprisingly light in body, with a short, tart finish.",,20,84,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Voyager Estate 2000 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voyager-estate-2000-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,2000,Voyager Estate
14.4,Red,US,"There's good, ripe berry fruit here but the wine can't shake off a rustic, homemade quality. The aromas include baked cherry pie and asphalt, while there's a wild, uncontrolled aspect in the mouth. This is not a wine to mull over, but to drink with just about anything and not worry about.",Old Vine,10,84,California,California Other,California,Campus Oaks 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Campus Oaks
13,White,Australia,"Slightly lean, the emphasis in this Chard is on Asian pear and citrus aromas and flavors. Picks up some tangy pineapple notes on the clean, zesty finish.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Jacob's Creek
12.5,White,Australia,"The lime, pear and melon aromas and flavors are garnished with just a touch of vanilla. Picks up some vegetal lima bean notes on the palate, and the acids stick out a bit on the finish. Still, it's crisp and clean—and would go down easy after a hot round of golf.",,17,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Greg Norman Estates 2000 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-2000-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Greg Norman Estates
14,Red,Chile,"Roasted red berry and tangy woodsy notes on both the nose and on the palate. Finishes with more oak, plus a tart metallic-herbal note that is softened by chalky tannins.",,8,84,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 2000 Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2000,Caliterra
,Red,US,"A little disjointed, with pretty, ripe, berry fruit. Yet there are sharp green aromas, and a certain stubbornly tannic, green streak in the mouth. Could use more concentration, depth and finesse, especially at this price.",Ladi's Vineyard,25,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1999 Ladi's Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1999-ladis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,Paradise Ridge
13,White,Australia,"Probably the wine that put Australian Chardonnay on American consumers' maps, the current vintage boasts aromas of creamery butter, tangerine and lime, with a touch of movie-theater popcorn. Soft peach and vanilla flavors finish with spicy oak.",Bin 65,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2001 Bin 65 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2001-bin-65-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Lindemans
13.5,Red,Chile,"Moutfilling though not necessarily nuanced, this Merlot offers blackberry, oak and earth flavors, and similar aromas. A great choice for casual circumstances or big gatherings.",,10,84,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2001 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2001-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2001,La Palma
,White,South Africa,"A heavyweight, dominated by candy and toffee aromas. Its lack of acidity is redeemed by the concentration of the fruit and by the intensity of the wood and spice, which make a firm background.",Private Collection,15,84,Stellenbosch,,,Saxenburg Estate 2000 Private Collection Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-2000-private-collection-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,2000,Saxenburg Estate
,Red,Chile,"This lighter-style Cab offers berry-fruit and black-tea flavors, and nut and oak finish. It's an easy quaffer, but nothing to mull over.",Reserva,9,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Carolina 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Santa Carolina
13,Red,Chile,"Strong-like-bull blackberry flavors  follow dirt, oak and a little pepper on the nose—all of the above appear on the finish. It's not terribly lush or complex, but it gets the job done.",Reserva,16,84,Chile,,,Echeverria 1999 Reserva Merlot (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echeverria-1999-reserva-merlot/,Merlot,1999,Echeverria
13.5,White,Australia,Tropical aromas and flavors of coconut and pineapple are loaded up with vanilla and melted butter. A slight hint of varnish detracts from the package and most likely indicates that it needs to be consumed soon—the wine might have been better a few months back.,,15,84,South Australia,Padthaway,,Tatachilla 2000 Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,2000,Tatachilla
,White,Australia,"Smells great, mixing lemon meringue pie with pears, vanilla and tropical fruit. So what happened? The midpalate is fat, the flavors are simpler and the finish a touch metallic.",,13,84,South Australia,Padthaway,,Lindemans 2001 Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2001-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,2001,Lindemans
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"There's hardly any tawny color to speak of here; it's actually deep red, much like a dry table wine. On the palate, candied flavors mingle with powerful berries. The finish is heavy and exceedingly long, offering flavors of coffee and burnt toast. This tawny is youthful and warm, emphasizing fruit over typical toffee and caramel characteristics.",Boa Vista,19,84,Port,,,Offley 1997 Boa Vista  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/offley-1997-boa-vista-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1997,Offley
13,Red,Chile,"This medium-bodied Carmenère offers blackberry, oak and white-pepper flavors and herb, wood and blueberry aromas. Good for a group; will appeal to a wide audience.",Gran Reserva,12,84,Maule Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2000 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-2000-gran-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Portal Del Alto
,White,South Africa,"The KWV-owned estate in Paarl has produced an old-style Burgundian wine with animal aromas. These may wear off with age, but currently it still has charm, and certainly character, with its layers of spice and yeasty fruits.",,11,84,Paarl,,,Laborie 2001 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laborie-2001-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2001,Laborie
13.9,Red,US,"Begins with earthy, berry aromas that smell disjointed and sharp. It's a big wine, with sturdy tannins, although it has a soft mouthfeel. There's not much fruit evident, but there is a sharp, dry astringency in the finish. Not offering much pleasure now, and not likely to improve. A Rhône-style blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre, and Grenache.",Icon,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ravenswood 1999 Icon Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-icon-red-sonoma-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Ravenswood
12.2,White,US,"Hints of vanilla and hazelnut dominate here, while the fruit takes a back seat. Some nice apple and pear notes come through, nonetheless. Toasty, clean, but a bit short on the finish.",Estate Bottled,15,84,Connecticut,Western Connecticut Highlands,,Hopkins Vineyard 1999 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Western Connecticut Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hopkins-vineyard-1999-estate-bottled-chardonnay-western-highlands/,Chardonnay,1999,Hopkins Vineyard
,White,Australia,"A soft, oaky style, with lots of barrel-char and burnt-sugar aromas backed by lemon and grapefruit. Toasted marshmallow and sautéed pineapple flavors finish gently.",,13,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Allandale 2000 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allandale-2000-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Allandale
14,White,New Zealand,"A heavier style, seeming almost slightly oxidized in its ripe apple and honey flavors. Picks up some interesting mineral and sage notes along the way to a long, spicy finish.",Mt. Cass Road,17,84,Waipara,,,Chancellor Estates 2000 Mt. Cass Road Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chancellor-estates-2000-mt-cass-road-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2000,Chancellor Estates
,Red,Chile,"This Cab-Carmenère blend's more of the olive-earth-tree-bark kind than the blackberry-and-oak variety; still, there's enough black berry fruit underneath the outdoorsy aromas and flavors. Finishes with lots of green herb, and a vegetal note.",Reserve - Carmenere/Cabernet Sauvignon,17,84,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Reserve - Carmenere/Cabernet Sauvignon Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-reserve-carmenere-cabernet-sauvignon-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Carmen
,Red,US,"Light and delicate, it attracts more for its stylish finesse than for any power or ageability. Berry and earth flavors are framed in modest tannins and soft acids, and there's some bitterness from the middle palate through the finish.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Barefoot Cellars 1999 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Barefoot Cellars
13.5,White,Chile,,Estate,8,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Agustinos 2000 Estate Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2000-estate-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Agustinos
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Smells ripe and rich, with aromas of Golden Delicious apples mixing with butter and caramel. The flavors are much leaner and more focused, emphasizing green apples and lemons. The contrast makes for an interesting wine.",,25,84,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 1998 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-1998-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Wairau River
13,Red,Australia,"Yellow fruit nuances abound in this slightly sweet-tasting offering from an area better known for growing Cabernet. Pear, pineapple and lemon aromas and flavors predominate, finishing with a bit of heat and slightly rough acids.",,9,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2001 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2001-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2001,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
12.5,Red,US,"This rustic red serves up a blend of blackberry, cedar and herb flavors that are couched in powdery tannins. Finishes on an herbal note.",,36,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hagafen
13.5,White,Chile,"A nosing reveals pineapple juice; it's a bit too forward and sharp. In the mouth, lemony flavors mix with buttery oak. It finishes heavier than it should, but still it's pretty clean. In total, it's simple, juicy, properly acidic white wine, but nothing more.",Estate,10,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2000 Estate Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2000-estate-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Errazuriz
,White,Australia,"This stylish lightweight has some tasty pear, quince and citrus flavors, finishing with a hint of spice. Best as an apéritif or with a light fish course.",,8,84,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Penmara 2000 Chardonnay (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penmara-2000-chardonnay-new-south-wales/,Chardonnay,2000,Penmara
,White,US,"Bone-dry, hard and crisp, this is a basic, stainless-steel fermented, nonmalolactic style of Chardonnay. Brisk and competent, but neutral.",,8,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Paul Thomas 1999 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-thomas-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Paul Thomas
,Red,US,"This is described as a country-style wine because of its rugged tannins and angular, rough mouthfeel. The deeply plummy flavors are ripe, but very dry. The biggest problem may be the acids, which are very low. You long for more crispness and life, something to offset the fruitiness.",Ladi's Vineyard,23,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1999 Ladi's Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1999-ladis-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Paradise Ridge
,White,Australia,"Basic Chardonnay—pear, citrus and green apple balanced by vanilla and wood. Lighter, leaner and more food-friendly than many Aussie Chards, finishing with tart acidity.",,15,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Owen's Estate 1999 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owens-estate-1999-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Owen's Estate
13.8,Red,US,"This wine is so fresh, it's almost rude. It slaps you with vivacity, young acids, and a youthful brashness. It's also very dry, with gentle tannins. Maybe the fruit's a little thin, but with burgers and dogs in the backyard, who cares?",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Clos du Bois
14,White,Australia,"Big, nutty aromas and thick, heavy smoke let you know right away what to expect. Rich and weighty in the mouth, but the fruit is subdued and disappears quickly on the finish.",,18,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Basedow 1999 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basedow-1999-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Basedow
,White,Argentina,"Fully ripened fruit was no problem, to judge by the bright, expressive peach, pear and guava-breadfuit flavors. Good structure, with crisp acids. But one big problem is super oakiness, in one form or another, that's so heavy handed, the wine tastes salty. Sometimes less is more.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2000 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2000-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Tapiz
,White,Australia,"Fits the big-production Aussie recipe to a T, blending tropical fruit, vanilla, apple and citrus flavors. It's just a little lighter than expected and finishes short.",Diamond Label,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Diamond Label Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-diamond-label-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,Rosemount
13,Red,Chile,"Char and blackberry flavors on the palate are as brooding asthe dark soil, oak and berry fruit on the nose. Tannins speak louder than flavors in this wine; it's black, and with a little more lushness, could be a beauty.",Gran Reserva,14,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Alicia 1999 Gran Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-alicia-1999-gran-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1999,Santa Alicia
,Red,US,"Plummy, smoky, chocolatey aromas lead to a richly flavored but slightly heavy wine. The soft, gentle tannins are easy to negotiate. There's a big wad of rich, jammy fruit that hits midpalate, while the finish is juicy and fruity.",,18,84,California,California Other,California,Stratford 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stratford-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Stratford
,White,Australia,"Shows promise in its lightly toasty and citrusy aromas and lemon and green-apple flavors, but tails off rapidly on the finish. It's lean and racy, obviously from a relatively cool-climate region, and should be served as you would basic Chablis, with oysters and the like.",,17,84,New South Wales,Orange,,Logan Australia 1999 Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logan-australia-1999-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,1999,Logan Australia
,Red,US,"A bit rough and sharp, with earthy-jammy flavors and a peppery finish. It's a lightly structured wine with thin flavors and a bite of acidity, and dry. Calls for simple foods, the heartier the better. A Rhône blend of Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah.",,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 1997 Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-1997-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Terre Rouge
13.9,Red,Chile,"Light in color, suggesting a certain lack of concentration, and this impression is immediately confirmed by smell and taste. Earthy flavors combine loosely with wood, cinnamon and some cassis to yield an open-knit wine for current consumption.",Reserva,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Viña Tarapacá
13.8,White,US,"Tart and lemony, without anything to elevate it above the crowd. Some slight butterfat flavors hint at malolactic fermentation, but it falls flat in the finish.",,7,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Silver Lake
14.3,Red,US,"From this Southern California appellation, a spicy, rustic wine that's very dry and full of charm. Flavors of wild berries are strong and tannins are supple. It's not very varietal, but it's a nice, friendly wine.",,16,84,California,South Coast,Temecula,Mount Palomar 1999 Syrah (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-palomar-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-temecula/,Syrah,1999,Mount Palomar
13.5,White,Australia,"A simple, lemony style that would work best with shellfish but has just enough pear and quince fruit to lend it flesh. Finishes tart and clean.",,9,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ghost Gum 2000 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-gum-2000-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Ghost Gum
,Red,US,"Drinks hot and fruity, with the flavors of spiced blackberry punch. It's not the most delicate wine to ever come down the pike, but it is dry, rich and tasty, with that big, bright, jolting fruitiness that only warm sun can make.",Reserve,7,84,California,California Other,California,Corbett Canyon 1999 Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbett-canyon-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Corbett Canyon
14,White,Australia,"A lean, toasty style that pairs dried spices—cinnamon and ginger—with zesty citrus fruits. The toast and vanilla battle green and lime flavors from the nose all the way through the finish.",Hill of Gold,17,85,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 2001 Hill of Gold Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-hill-gold-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,2001,Rosemount
13.5,Red,US,"Simple and cola-like, it has bright flavors of strawberry and raspberry jam, with peppery, alcoholic heat, although it's basically dry. The weight is more like a rosé than a red, but it's pure and tasty.",Harvest Reserve,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1998 Harvest Reserve Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-harvest-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1998,Mirassou
,Red,US,"A little austere in the aroma, with earthy, cherry notes. It turns rich, soft and velvety in the mouth, with gentle tannins. There are some pretty cherry-berry flavors, and it's very dry and clean. Will drink well with a wide variety of foods.",Lone Meadow Vineyard,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Firefall 1998 Lone Meadow Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firefall-1998-lone-meadow-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1998,Firefall
,White,Australia,"Smells sweet and soft, with vanilla, peach and caramel aromas. It's similar at first in the mouth; then it turns even sweeter on the finish, with caramel popcorn flavors.",,14,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Element 2001 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/element-2001-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,2001,Element
13.5,White,US,"This is a hot, ripe, extracted style that will be quite appealing to many consumers. However, the volatile high-toned scents and the hot edge from the excess alcohol make it a tough match for food.",Conner Lee Vineyard,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 1999 Conner Lee Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-1999-conner-lee-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Arbor Crest
,White,Chile,"Flamboyant, exotic aromas of oranges and mangoes emanate from the glass, but the tropical and citrus fruits are more muted in the mouth, finishing with earth and a spicy, clove-pepper note.",Estate,8,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Agustinos 2001 Estate Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2001-estate-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Agustinos
13,White,New Zealand,"Peach, mint and toasted hazelnut aromas lead into bright, citrusy peach and pear flavors. Finishes clean and crisp, albeit a little short. A tasty lightweight built to serve as an apéritif or with light fish and chicken preparations.",,14,85,North Island,,,Alpha Domus 2001 Chardonnay (North Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alpha-domus-2001-chardonnay-north-island/,Chardonnay,2001,Alpha Domus
13.1,Red,Chile,"Aged for one year in new French oak, this Claret (68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 7% Cab Franc) has dusty tannins that make the strong blackberry and blueberry flavors that much more subtle. Roasted red and blueberries are subdued on the nose. Nothing about it is overt, but that'll probably make it that much more of a crowd-pleaser.",Claret Maxima,23,85,Maipo Valley,,,La Playa 1996 Claret Maxima Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-1996-claret-maxima-red-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1996,La Playa
,Red,US,"Fresh young cherry-berry aromas, with a kiss of oak, lead to extracted, jammy, full-bodied flavors that explode in the mouth. Soft, luscious and round, there's lots of immediate pleasure here.",French Camp Vineyards,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Kunin 1999 French Camp Vineyards Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunin-1999-french-camp-vineyards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Kunin
13.5,White,Argentina,"Custard, melon, citrus and toasted-wood aromas. Pineapple and lemon flavors are offset by a lacquer-like note on the tail end and a heavy mouthfeel. So in that sense, it struggles for balance.",Agrelo Vineyards,15,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 2000 Agrelo Vineyards Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-2000-agrelo-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Bodega Catena Zapata
14,Red,Chile,"Not a by-the-book good wine, but I had trouble turning away from it. Date, caramel, peanut and juicy red-berry aromas usher in grape and plum fruit doused in gravel. Some chewy tannins give this wine a little heft and texture. Finishes with ash, char and gravel.",Reserve,17,85,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Reserve Syrah-Cabernet (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-reserve-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-maipo-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,1999,Carmen
,White,South Africa,"A wine for those who like their Chardonnays big and fat. With its honey and caramel aromas, its spice and toast flavors, and ripe, tropical fruit, it may lack acidity, but it makes up for this in opulence and openness.",,,85,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 2000 Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-2000-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2000,Boschendal
13.5,White,Australia,A light but pretty wine that showcases melon and tropical-fruit aromas and finishes with charming tangerine and citrus flavors that are fresh and clean. Try some on the patio or deck this summer.,,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Buckeley's 2001 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buckeleys-2001-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2001,Buckeley's
13.5,White,Australia,"This boldly flavored wine is loaded with buttered pears, tropical fruits and citrus. Orange peel, mint and tea notes add interest to the finish, which is a bit syrupy-sweet and bitter-pithy at the same time—just enough to balance each other out. Best Buy.",Bear Crossing,7,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2001 Bear Crossing Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2001-bear-crossing-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2001,Angove's
13.5,White,Chile,"Bright gold in color, with a full, rich woody nose. The pear and apple fruit to the palate is solid, even if it leans toward overripe. There's a touch of resin on the finish, and ultimately the final impression is of oak and toast. The bottom line is that definition of fruit just isn't there.",Reserve,13,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Agustinos 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2000-reserve-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Agustinos
14,Red,Chile,"Dark fruit, Japanese seaweed and oak aromas open to black-fruit, black-pepper and green-herb flavors. Tannins are a rustic and a little drying; try with sauced beef.",Reserve,10,85,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-1999-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,La Palma
,Red,US,"Jammy, raspberry, black-cherry, smoke, earth and pepper aromas leap from the glass, and then it turns fruity in the mouth, with a supple texture. Dry, dusty tannins mask a dense core of dark berry fruit. This is good drinking and a very nice value.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Jewel 1999 Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jewel-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,1999,Jewel
,White,Australia,"Lean and toasty at the same time, boasting aromas and flavors of toast and caramel, lemon and tart pineapple. Despite the brand name, it tastes distinctly less than fully ripe, with a long, tart-citrus finish.",,10,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Ripe 1999 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ripe-1999-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Ripe
13.2,White,US,There is modest fruit and creaminess in the mouth that suggests extra time on the lees. It finishes a trifle hot; doesn't really live up to the reserve designation.,Reserve,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-1998-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Silver Lake
13.5,White,Argentina,,Tupungato,12,85,Other,Argentina,,Trumpeter 2000 Tupungato Chardonnay (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trumpeter-2000-tupungato-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Trumpeter
,Red,US,"A softie, but what it lacks in lively acidity it makes up for in ripe fruitiness. In fact, delicious flavor is its strong point. There aren't many tannins, so the structure is sort of flabby. Thankfully, it's dry.",Tete-a-Tete,13,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 2000 Tete-a-Tete Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-2000-tete-a-tete-red-sierra-foothills/,Red Blend,2000,Terre Rouge
,White,Australia,"Intense sweet pear aromas balance pungent herbaceous elements. The up-front fruit is big and ripe, but turns lean and grassy on the finish. It's an odd flavor dichotomy that may work better for some tasters than others.",Chenin/Verdelho,8,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Element 2001 Chenin/Verdelho White (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/element-2001-chenin-verdelho-white-western/,White Blend,2001,Element
,Red,US,"This is a very dry, intensely flavored, single-vineyard wine, which is its strength and its drawback. It's all about blackberry, tobacco and espresso, plus a very soft mouthfeel. It has soul, but it's a little one-dimensional, with a tart finish. Yet, it will elevate a humble hamburger into a fancy meal.",Rued Vineyard,24,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Deux Amis 1998 Rued Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-amis-1998-rued-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Deux Amis
,Red,US,"Pretty expensive for this appellation. It's very typical hot country Zin, chocolately and berryish, alcoholic, soft, and dry. It nicely avoids raisiny notes and overt sweetness but can't quite overcome that flat, rural style.",De Ambrogio Ranch,28,85,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Geyser Peak 1999 De Ambrogio Ranch Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-ambrogio-ranch-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Geyser Peak
,White,Australia,"Scents of smoke, green vegetables and pungent grasses; flavors of pink grapefruit and green pepper. It's a little soft, yet green-tasting at the same time.",,16,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Sandalford 2001 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandalford-2001-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Sandalford
13,White,Australia,"If you favor tropical flavors in your Chardonnay, here's one you'll love. Pineapple, coconut and vanilla aromas blend together artfully on the palate in this surprisingly lightweight wine. Picks up lots of spicy oak on the citrus-flavored finish.",Reserve,14,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2000-reserve-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2000,Jacob's Creek
13,Red,Chile,"In this difficult vintage, Viu Manent has turned out a stylish, loosely knit wine that blends graham-cracker aromas with flavors of berry compote, vanilla and dried spices. Finishes soft, with a refreshing minty note.",Special Selection,20,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 1998 Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-1998-special-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Viu Manent
13,Red,Chile,,Reserve,13,85,Cachapoal Valley,,,Agustinos 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Agustinos
13,Red,Chile,"A moderately complex but low-acid wine that some will find mouthfilling and rich, others a bit heavy. Still, it shows smoke, herb and cassis aromatics and picks up earth and chocolate nuances on the palate.",Reserve,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Montes
,Red,US,,Alpha,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Montes 1999 Alpha Merlot (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1999-alpha-merlot-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Merlot,1999,Montes
13.5,Red,Chile,"Montes' “special reserve” is aged in French oak, which might explain the creamy vanillin and dried spice flavors that lie under the dark berry fruit. Mouthfeel is creamy, too; an easy crowd pleaser. Tasted twice.",Alpha - Apalta Vineyard,22,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 1999 Alpha - Apalta Vineyard Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1999-alpha-apalta-vineyard-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Montes
13,Red,US,"Sometimes you just need an inexpensive, clean red wine to gulp down with that pizza or those burritos, a wine that's dry, soft and filled with ripe berry flavors. This is such a wine. There's nothing wrong with it, because it doesn't pretend to be anything more than an everyday quaff. Best Buy.",,,85,California,California Other,California,Salmon Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Salmon Creek
12.3,White,Australia,"A sweet, somewhat simple Chard that boasts melon and citrus aromas and flavors, gently couched in hints of buttered toast. Finishes short, with tangerine flavors.",Four Winds Vineyard,17,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Macquariedale 1999 Four Winds Vineyard Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macquariedale-1999-four-winds-vineyard-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Macquariedale
13,White,New Zealand,"A buttery, smoky, toasty wine that echoes with oak influence: coconut, vanilla and dill aromas and flavors ring throughout. Tasty in a one-dimensional way, it appeals to the oak-lover in all of us.",Reserve,22,85,Gisborne,,,Tohu 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tohu-2000-reserve-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2000,Tohu
,Red,US,"Dark and rich, with plummy, tomato flavors and quite a bit of tannin. It's very dry, with a real bite of acidity. Doesn't have the stuffing for aging, but it is a big, clean bruiser of a wine, and will drink nicely with rich foods.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,San Simeon 1999 Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,1999,San Simeon
13.3,White,Australia,"This warm-climate Chard shows its origins in its ripe, sweet peach-nectar aromas, kissed with caramel and smoke. Weighty in the mouth—close to syrupy—then it finishes cleanly in a burst of tart, lime-like acidity.",,11,85,South Australia,Riverland,,Salena Estate 2001 Chardonnay (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salena-estate-2001-chardonnay-riverland/,Chardonnay,2001,Salena Estate
13.5,White,Australia,"Leads off with dusty, nutty, sugary aromas, like the bottom of the bag of honey-roasted peanuts, but there's also hints of buttered toast, ripe pears and black pepper. Flavors are simpler—caramel and pineapple—and it's heavy on the palate.",Mount Barker,21,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 1999 Mount Barker Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-1999-mount-barker-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,1999,Plantagenet
12.5,White,Australia,"You need to like oak to enjoy this wine, but if you do, you'll revel in its aromas of toast, vanilla and wood smoke and thrill to its spicy, oaky finish. In between, you'll find simple peach and vanilla flavors.",,12,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2000 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2000-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Craneford
,Red,France,"Named after the first president of the Tain cooperative back in the 1930s, this wine comes from the 50 acres of vineyards controlled by the co-op on the Hermitage hill. It is a big, brooding wine with classic tannins and appetizing rich, juicy black fruits. Wood flavors are very apparent, but not dominant, with fruit tannins getting the upper edge. It could age well for 12–15 years before maturity.",Cuvée Gambert de Loche,70,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 1999 Cuvée Gambert de Loche  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-1999-cuvee-gambert-loche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Cave de Tain
14,Red,Australia,,,20,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Ross Estate
,White,France,"This vintage produced a softer, gentler cuvée destined to be drunk up over the next 4–5 years. Hints of cashews and white peaches on the nose, with clove and safflower oil adding complexity.",Cuvee Joyeaux Premier Cru,45,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1999 Cuvee Joyeaux Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1999-cuvee-joyeaux-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,J. Moreau & Fils
,White,France,"Starts off nutty, with hints of cinnamon toast, but also a strong sense of hard-to-describe cool stoniness. Peach fruit is merely an accent to dusty earth and chalk flavors. A bit lighter-weight than the other grand crus in this tasting.",Bougros,45,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1999 Bougros  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1999-bougros-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,J. Moreau & Fils
,Red,US,"This is the Merlot that Seven Hills (the winery) makes with fruit from Seven Hills (the vineyard). A bit more dark and firmly concentrated than their Columbia Valley bottling, it has some chewy tannins and weight, but is a bit one-dimensional.",Seven Hills Vineyard,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1999,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"The winery says this is the first time anyone has bottled this varietal in Washington; they get no argument from me. It's young, grapey, effusive and loose-knit, and not for everyone. But if you like gregarious, slightly rustic, spicy/tangy red wines, with plenty of fresh fruit, give it a try.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2000 Mourvèdre (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2000-mourvedre-columbia-valley-yakima/,Mourvèdre,2000,Willow Crest
,Red,US,"Blackcurrants and berries. Olives and chocolate. Dry. Lavish smoky oak. Dusty, refined tannins. Velvety smooth mouthfeel. Good stuff, but it could use more life. Higher acidity would help. We're supposed to rate regardless of price but sticker shock is a fact of life. This is good but not great wine, and seriously overpriced.",Hanna Red Ranch Reserve,48,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 1998 Hanna Red Ranch Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1998-red-ranch-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hanna
13,Red,Australia,"In a leaner, more restrained style than we've become accustomed to from inexpensive Oz reds—a welcome change. Cherry fruit is layered with leather and chocolate, blending in dusty tannins on the tart finish. Best Buy.",Bin 888,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 1999 Bin 888 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-1999-bin-888-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Wyndham Estate
14.6,Red,US,"Smoky, bacon-like notes weave a trail though this viscous, plummy wine. Hints of herb, cherry and spice add interest. Moderate on the finish.",,38,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Raymond Burr 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-burr-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Raymond Burr
13.5,Red,US,"Starts off strong in the nose, with dark plum and smoke aromas. But it falters a bit on the palate with an unusually bright, tangy edge to the blackberry and licorice hues. Tannins are somewhat powdery, with a hint of tartness on the finish.",Reserve,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1998 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1998-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Keenan
13,Red,US,"Cabernet Franc (50%) rules, with Merlot (30%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (20%) following along. Scents of strawberry preserves, earth and mocha mingle; the wine has simple, tangy cranberry flavors and an earthy finish.",,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Hyatt
,Red,Australia,"No question it's Cabernet, with blackcurrant and cassis aromas and the detailed vanillins and smoky spice from oak that nearly always accompanies the varietal. Its weakness is in the mouth, where sharp acids accompany good berry flavors and green, herbal notes.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yangarra Park 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Yangarra Park
14,Red,Australia,The palate is Swiss Miss cocoa meets Sweet Tarts and sour red berries; wood and mixed berry aromas have a slight chlorinated twinge on the nose. Finishes with tangy oak and dusty tannins.,,33,84,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Stringy Brae 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stringy-brae-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Stringy Brae
14.3,Red,US,"Sweet chocolate notes counter sour red fruit on the palate; the nose offers the textbook blackberry-and-oak combo. Less than lush in the mouth; oak is a big player on the finish. Label features Dubuffet's Nu Chamarre painting—yes, the one with a little full-frontal. Whew.",Hommage,75,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 1998 Hommage Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1998-hommage-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Clos Pegase
,White,US,,,4,83,California,California Other,California,YN 2000 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yn-2000-white-other/,White Blend,2000,YN
14.5,Red,Australia,Where's the fruit? It's buried under a pile of charred wood and mouth-starching tannins. The cassis and tobacco that poke through just aren't enough to carry this wine.,,15,82,Victoria,Bendigo,,Water Wheel 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/water-wheel-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-bendigo/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Water Wheel
,White,US,"Crisp yet smooth and velvety on the palate, this complex, elegant wine is loaded with layers of pear, apple, mineral, vanilla, coconut, spice, apricot and lemon notes. Really gorgeous, with a finish that is clean and luxurious. —J.M.",rainin Vineyard,45,94,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 1999 rainin Vineyard Chardonnay (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-1999-rainin-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Chardonnay,1999,Von Strasser
13.8,Red,Italy,"Complexity is the key in this Aglianico-Merlot blend. A hefty richness from the Aglianico combines with a velvety softness from the Merlot, which also supports the midpalate. Flavors of fresh blackberries executed in a modern style couple with dried spices and smoke. Editors' Choice.",Serpico,57,94,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1999 Serpico Aglianico (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1999-serpico-italian-red-aglianico-irpinia/,Aglianico,1999,Feudi di San Gregorio
,Red,US,"A Rhône blend, and the wine that best exemplifies the Châteauneuf-style blend that inland Mendocino is hoping will put it on the map. This is magnificent stuff, lusty and full-bodied, with mixed berry flavors that are dominated by the aroma of white pepper. It's dry, with complex, dusty tannins and a round, smooth mouthfeel. Lighter than Cabernet but denser than Pinot Noir, it strikes a balanced note, and may be one of the most versatile wines around. Cellar Selection. —S.H.",L'Attitude,20,94,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 1999 L'Attitude Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1999-lattitude-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Fife
12.5,Red,Italy,"Caramel, floral and dried herb on the nose fuses elegantly with what follows in the mouth—juicy raspberry, plum and spice. Finishes in a crescendo of fruit and tannins that will only get better with time. Cellar Selection.",Turriga,50,94,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Argiolas 1997 Turriga Grenache (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-1997-turriga-grenache-sardinia/,Grenache,1997,Argiolas
,Red,US,"From warm western slopes over Ukiah Valley, a powerhouse combining audacious fruit with impeccable balance. Concentrated flavors of red and black berries, chocolate, white pepper, bacon, tobacco and coffee are rich, yet with only 13.5 percent alcohol, the wine is balanced and gentle. The mouthfeel is stunning. Editors' Choice. —S.H.",Old Yokayo Ranch Vineyard,35,95,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 1999 Old Yokayo Ranch Vineyard Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1999-old-yokayo-ranch-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1999,Fife
,Red,US,"A gloriously concentrated wine, filled with black cherry, plum, blackberry, chocolate, licorice, raisin and herb flavors. Plush, velvety, complex, elegant and voluptuous all the way to its long, long finish. Unfortunately, only 48 cases were made. The good news is that we'll see as much as 800 cases for the 2000 vintage. Cellar Selection. —J.M.",,75,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hourglass 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hourglass-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hourglass
13.5,Red,Australia,Lima-bean aromas largely obscure the modest cherry fruit. Soft and sweet; finishes short.,Black Label,8,80,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McGuigan 2000 Black Label Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2000-black-label-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,McGuigan
,Red,US,"Drinks rough and hot, with some berry flavors and an earthy note. The wine is nicely dry, with a good mouthfeel and fine tannins, but is marred by that rough, coarse note, especially in the aroma.",,6,81,California,California Other,California,Tate Creek 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tate-creek-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Tate Creek
,Red,Australia,"Powdered sugar and blackberry preserves on the nose are promising; bitter green herb and flinty soil on the palate hold the place of where fruit should be. Finish is bitter, as though the wine might be acidified.",,20,81,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tatachilla
13.5,Red,Australia,"This blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Merlot and 12% Cabernet Franc spent 15 months in American oak, which is why I can't really account for why the aromas are confected and grapey (Maneschewitz comes to mind). Palate offers clove and earth; finish offers almost nothing.",,16,81,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Temple Bruer 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/temple-bruer-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Temple Bruer
14,Red,Australia,"Sweet berry aromas on the nose are cloaked in a creamy, cough-syrupy note. A distinct faux-herbaceous flavor (like a menthol cough drop) mars both palate and finish.",,20,81,South Australia,Padthaway,,Tatachilla 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-padthaway/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Tatachilla
13.8,Red,US,"The nose mixes (or tries to mix) disparate scents of herb, bell pepper and sweet, toasted cracker. The wine has an artificial, manipulated flavor-set, with jarring juxtapositions and a flat finish.",,7,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Silver Lake
,Red,US,"Badger Mountain grows its grapes organically, but its red wines, even in a near-perfect Washington vintage like 1998, seem underripe, thin and hard. This too is simple and tannic.",,12,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 1998 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-1998-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Badger Mountain
,Red,Australia,"Starts off slowly, then gradually adds grassy, smoky notes to simple strawberry aromas. Tart cherries, sour herbs and a trace of cocoa on the palate.",,10,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2000 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2000-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,Jacob's Creek
13.5,Red,Australia,"Black on the nose, with earth and deep black cherry and blackberry notes, this Cab has more of the same soil and fruit on the palate. Finishes acidic.",,23,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Kangarilla Road
14.5,Red,Australia,"Faux-creaminess pervades nose and palate flavors, though I'm not convinced that what's underneath is necessarily worth fighting for. The bouquet offers soil, juicy berry and watermelon aromas; tart black fruit peeks out from under the palate's creamy cloak.",,15,82,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Margan
13,Red,US,"The nose promises a potent mix of grassy fruit and earthy barnyard accents, but once in the mouth it all falls apart. The barnyard flavors are out of control, and the nail polish high notes don't help.",,12,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Preston
13.7,Red,US,"Dill and bell pepper smells and flavors dominate. This type of Cabernet was quite common in Washington 15-20 years ago. Very tannic, herbal and dry.",Cellar Reserve,32,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 1998 Cellar Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-1998-cellar-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,E. B. Foote
13,Red,Australia,"A light, almost candied style that features sweet strawberry and watermelon aromas and flavors. Try it slightly chilled as a party pour.",Rawson's Retreat,11,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 2001 Rawson's Retreat Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-rawsons-retreat-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2001,Penfolds
,Red,Australia,"The least successful of this fine winery's current offerings, it's an awkward wine that combines balanced flavors with overly sweet, raisined ones. There's a Port-like quality that persists through the finish. Some will relish it, but lovers of dry Cabernets won't.",,13,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,James Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,James Estate
,Red,Australia,"This is the kind of wine that makes me feel charitable. I want to find excuses for its raw thinness. This wine is exceedingly tannic, and makes your palate feel like sandpaper. There's little or no fruity sweetness to offer relief. Beyond all that, it has enough acidity to eat through lead.",Y Series,10,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2000 Y Series Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-series-merlot-south/,Merlot,2000,Yalumba
12.5,Red,Australia,"Burnt rubber and yeasty bread aromas precede cherry flavors thatare a bit briary. An awkward acidity, matched with a watery midpalate, makes for a wine that needs to be consumed now.",,6,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2001 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2001-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2001,Banrock Station
13,Red,Australia,"Oak and earth are heavy hitters in this wine—Heritage Road isn't paved, is it? If you're looking for fruit, take the road to Barossa. Here, oak suffocates blackberries in the mouth then the flavors drop off. A woody texture persists on the back end.",Old Saxonvale Vineyard Reserve,18,82,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Heritage Road 2000 Old Saxonvale Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-2000-old-saxonvale-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Heritage Road
,Red,US,"Tastes like a generic red wine, with no particular Cabernet flavors but some berry and fruit ones. No particular problems, just overt simplicity at an inexpensive price.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Tate Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tate-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Tate Creek
13,Red,US,"This is a modest little wine, on the rough and ready side, with some berry and fruit flavors and a dry finish. Don't look for nuances here, just a clean ordinary wine.",,12,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Campus Oaks 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Campus Oaks
14,Red,Australia,"Smells fine, with floral oak, cinnamon oak and vanilla oak aromas backed up by blackberry fruit. But in the mouth, there's a resinous oak flavor that gets in the way more than complements. And the fruit (a blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Petit Verdot) comes across as blowsy and a bit hot.",,20,82,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Temple Bruer 1999 Red (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/temple-bruer-1999-red-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Temple Bruer
13,Red,US,"Forward and strong, with a meaty aroma, this wine tastes more of cherry tomato than sweet cherry, and shows plenty of herbal flavors too. Tart and tannic finish.",,12,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Preston
,Red,US,"A 60/40 blend makes for a light, tart, fairly tough and tannic red wine. The fruit is lean and hard, the finish green and stemmy.",,12,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 1998 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-1998-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Badger Mountain
,Red,US,"A hint of brick is already showing in the color, and the nose is leafy, with toasted tomato instead of ripe fruit.",,12,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Badger Mountain
14,Red,Australia,"Smells sweet and jammy, full of blackberries and vanilla, almost like pancake syrup, but wow does it turn lemony on the palate, finishing with a powerful acidic edge. Almost half Cabernet Sauvignon, the balance split equally between Merlot and Cab Franc.",,20,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Koppamurra 1998 Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koppamurra-1998-red-south/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Koppamurra
13.5,Red,Australia,"There's a strong green streak running through this wine, so if you enjoy a lot of eucalyptus and herb in your Cabernet, you'll rate it higher. There's some smoke on the nose and modest berry flavors, but overall it doesn't show a lot of fruit.",,20,83,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Hollick 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollick-1998-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Hollick
13,Red,Australia,"This tawny red-colored Merlot has aromas of red berry, barbecue sauce and cedar. In the mouth, fresh-off-the-grill toasted red cherrry and raspberry notes are clocked in ashy-dry tannins. Finishes with wood. Tastes older than its years.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Carramar Estate 1999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carramar-estate-1999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1999,Carramar Estate
,Red,US,"There are some true varietal notes in the black-currant and blackberry flavors, but unfortunately the wine also drinks rough and hot. Has a coarse earthiness that puts it firmly in the country-style camp. Yet it's dry, clean and suitable for big parties where guests aren't too picky.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Stonehedge
13.5,Red,Australia,"Fresh pine branches, smoke and black cherries make for an inviting bouquet, but the palate is awkwardly metallic and tart. Citrus and orange peel flavors fight with the aromatics rather than complementing them.",,18,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Steve Hoff 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steve-hoff-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Steve Hoff
14,Red,Australia,"Smooth and lean in the mouth, this Cab is easily drinkable, but it's probably nothing that you haven't had already. It's just blackberry, black cherry, peppery oak aromas, with black fruit on the palate and finish.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ghost Gum 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-gum-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Ghost Gum
,Red,US,"The demand for Merlot grapes has left slim pickings for the value brands like Paul Thomas. Earthy, stemmy and showing bare hints of red fruits, this is a hard, tart red wine giving little of the pleasure of Merlot.",,8,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Paul Thomas 1999 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-thomas-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Paul Thomas
,Red,US,"The color is right, but the flavors are thin and acidic. In the mouth it feels like a Beaujolais nouveau from a not-so-good year; earthy, yeasty and tannic.",,17,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Washington Hills 2000 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,2000,Washington Hills
,Red,US,"Hogue has been hit or miss lately, and this young, thin wine is more miss than hit. Hard and tannic, it seems almost weightless, offering little in the way of depth or fruit.",,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Hogue
13.7,Red,Australia,"The nose is a bit medicinal with cedar and leather. There is a lack of fruit and a thin, hollow mouthfeel that finishes soft.",,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bulletin Place
13.5,Red,Australia,"Black and burnt. Coffee, caramel, charcoal and a hint of roasted peppers make for a dark and distressingly fruitless wine. Finishes with some redeeming earth and tobacco nuances.",Tintara,18,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Hardys 1999 Tintara Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-1999-tintara-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hardys
13,Red,Australia,"A soft, light Merlot with aromas of earth and cedar. The palate brings flavors of strawberries and graham cracker crust; finishes showing only tannins and lacking fruit.",,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Oakley Adams 1999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakley-adams-1999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1999,Oakley Adams
14.1,Red,US,"Drying tannins make the already quite tart flavors even harder to handle. Metallic notes coat plummy-pruny aromas on the nose, and cranberry notes in the mouth. Finishes with more metal, and some oak.",,75,83,California,Napa,Oakville,Vine Cliff 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Vine Cliff
,Red,Australia,"Reminiscent of some Paso Cabernets in its warm blackberry and plum fruit combined with hints of sweet grass and alfalfa. Finishes a bit thin, with coffee flavors closing things out.",Breakneck Creek,12,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 2000 Breakneck Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-breakneck-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tatachilla
13.5,Red,Australia,"Flavors of cherry are a bit watery, but there is a pleasing dry earthiness on the nose with hints of black raspberry and sawdust. An easy-drinking non-offensive quaff.",,28,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Gibson's BarossaVale 1999 Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gibsons-barossavale-1999-merlot-south/,Merlot,1999,Gibson's BarossaVale
,White,US,,,7,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 2000 Chenin Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-2000-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Snoqualmie
13.5,Red,Australia,"On the nose, fresh earth and dark blackberry notes are coated in a milky-calcium aroma. The wine will certainly have wide appeal, given its light-to-medium body and red berry-oak-leather profile. It's two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot, Malbec and Shiraz taking up the slack.",Tamblyn,20,84,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bremerton 1999 Tamblyn Red (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bremerton-1999-tamblyn-red-langhorne-creek/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Bremerton
13.5,Red,US,"Oddly thin for a Napa Cabernet from this vintage. The expected blackcurrant, cassis, olive, sage and tobacco fruit is there, as is fine oak, and the wine has those lovely valley tannins and acidity. The entry is great, but then you slosh and chew and look for a core of fruit and it's not there.",Reserve,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Beaucanon
13.6,Red,US,"Awkward, although not disagreeable, with earthy, mulchy aromas that veer into spearmint, suggesting unripe fruit; 24,000 cases produced. It's very dry, almost tart. Acidity makes the mouth water, and there's not a whole lot of ripe flavor. Oak notes are minimal.",Winemaker's Collection,15,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1999 Winemaker's Collection Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1999-winemakers-collection-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1999,Jekel
13,Red,Australia,"Easy drinking and juicy, this wine shows black and red plum, plus vanilla and wood-pulp aromas and flavors. Finishes with herb and dull oak flavors, and another helping of black plum.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yangarra Park 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Yangarra Park
,Red,US,"Dry, somewhat bitter tannins dominate, with stemmy, earthy undertones. There is bell pepper, the barest hint of cherry, and some interesting coffee/spice in the finish.",,10,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Washington Hills 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Washington Hills
13.4,Red,Australia,"It's black cherries all the way in this clean, dry wine. The fruit is ripe and polished, wrapped in chewy tannins, and set off by crisp acidity. Little evident oak, but the pretty flavors really don't need any.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 2000 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-2000-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,McPherson Wine Company
,Red,Australia,"Woodsy, drying tannins put a bit of a damper on this Merlot's bright red-cherry fruit. Expect the same red berry-oak-herb profile on the nose, and plenty of woodiness on the back end.",Nottage Hill,7,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2000 Nottage Hill Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2000-nottage-hill-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,Hardys
,Red,Australia,"Good color, forward, peppery aromas, a solid burst of fruit and tannins in the mouth, and a rich, velvety texture that lasts through the finish—all that at a good price. Quibblers will notice a bit of residual sugar that makes it slightly sweet.",,13,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 1999 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1999,James Estate
13,Red,France,"Good concentrated fruit with fine, ripe, dusty southern herbs and spices. A slight hint of animal muskiness mars an otherwise solid, well-made and ripe wine. Drink now, or age over three or four years.",Belleruche Rouge,14,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 2000 Belleruche Rouge Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-belleruche-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,M. Chapoutier
13.8,Red,Australia,"Best for those who aren't sensitive to oak, the Ellen Landing offers hefty samplings of wood from nose to finish. In supporting roles are red berries on the nose, and blackberries in the mouth. Its rustic tannins may inspire a Survivor-like camping expedition.",Ellen Landing,18,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Salena Estate 1999 Ellen Landing Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salena-estate-1999-ellen-landing-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Salena Estate
13.4,Red,Australia,"Bright herbal and black cherry aromas start things off; blackberry flavors are prevalent, but tinged with an oaky tang. Some tasters found minty notes to appreciate; others were turned off by the same flavor because they thought it too medicinal.",Premium Reserve,35,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Cockfighter's Ghost 1998 Premium Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockfighters-ghost-1998-premium-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Cockfighter's Ghost
,Red,US,"Granted, this is a budget bottle, but it is almost indistinguishable from the winery's Merlot. Tannic and woody, it mixes bell pepper and earthy flavors of bark and root.",,10,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Washington Hills 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Washington Hills
,Red,Australia,"Dark berries and tree stone fruits from entry to finish. It's also very dry, with a scour of tannins. Don't look for softness, though. Exceptionally high acidity tingles the palate, which means this puppy needs rich foods.",Sundara,9,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 2000 Sundara Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-sundara-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-hunter-valley/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,James Estate
13,Red,Australia,"Chalky cement-like aromas start, then turn to cinnamon and blackberries. The flavors are of spicy, zingy raspberries with bright acidity on the palate. A wine that should be drunk young.",,8,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Alice White
,White,US,,,17,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bridgman 2000 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-2000-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2000,Bridgman
,Red,US,"A big, aggressively oaky aroma, smelling like a stroll through a sawmill, leads into a wine whose simple fruit is simply overmatched by the wood. Tough, dry and tannic through the finish.",,17,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bridgman 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Bridgman
,White,US,"A neutral white wine blend, from organically grown grapes. Simple and bland.",Seve,8,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 2000 Seve White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-2000-seve-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2000,Badger Mountain
14,Red,Australia,"Woodsy, rustic tannins in the mouth are appropriate accompaniments to oak, green herb and mixed berry flavors. Ditto for the aromas. Finish is dry, with lots of oak.",Reserve,20,84,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Temple Bruer 1998 Reserve Merlot (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/temple-bruer-1998-reserve-merlot-langhorne-creek/,Merlot,1998,Temple Bruer
13,Red,Australia,"A little on the lean side, as far as Cabernet Sauvignons are concerned, but offers some nice, bright red berry fruit on the nose and palate. Splashes of dried spice and oak complete the picture.",,18,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Sylvan Springs 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sylvan-springs-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sylvan Springs
13.5,Red,US,"Usually a trusted producer of red wines, but this wine seems weak and diluted, even unripe. There are sharp green, minty aromas and flavors that are almost vegetal, and wipe out the blackberries. The wine is also thin on the palate and into the finish. From a good vintage, but with 24,000 cases, maybe they overcropped the vines.",,21,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Initially there is a hint of sweetness in the nose, strawberries and sweet crackers. But once in the mouth, the wine turns tannic and thin, a simple red wine with an earthy character.",,8,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Paul Thomas 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-thomas-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Paul Thomas
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty good for the price. There are some nice, deep berry fruit flavors, and the wine is very dry, with soft, approachable tannins. Drinks rough and country-style, but it's clean and gulpable enough for everyday occasions.",Collage,9,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Collage Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-collage-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,Australia,"Herbaceous almost to the point of being vegetal, the weedy tobacco aromas flirting dangerously with green bean scents. The tart cherry and bell pepper flavors turn lemony on the finish, giving an impression of less-than-fully-ripe fruit.",Estate,40,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Arthur's Creek 1996 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arthurs-creek-1996-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-yarra-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Arthur's Creek
,Red,US,"The initials mean no sulfites added; the wine comes from organically grown grapes, but it smells of stem and root, rather than good, ripe fruit. Earthy and spare.",N.S.A.,14,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 1999 N.S.A. Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-1999-nsa-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Badger Mountain
13,Red,US,"Tastes like a store-bought cherry pie with an herbal edge of cranberry. The soft acidity and limpid mouthfeel have just enough acidity to support the ripe fruit. This is a simple, uncomplicated jug-style wine, not bad and not good, and honestly priced. Long, sweet finish.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,Campus Oaks 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Campus Oaks
,Red,US,"How good this dark young wine smells! Cassis and blackberry aromas have subtle hints of butter, smoke and vanilla, with broader notes of olives and chocolate. In the mouth the subtlety and delicacy fall apart, with the palate assaulted by oversized fruit and rude acidity. I wish it were more balanced.",,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Yorkville Cellars 1997 Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1997-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,1997,Yorkville Cellars
,Red,US,"An everyday wine with some ripe berry fruit but also powerful green, herbal flavors. Of course, it's very dry, with high acidity and a peppery mouthfeel and finish. Possesses some elegance at an affordable price, and is very clean.",Coastal,11,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,2000,Robert Mondavi
13.5,Red,Australia,"Powerful oaking marks the aromas of this wine, which feature scents of toast, butter, cream and dill; the finish is likewise woody and dry. In between is a big-boned, cherry-flavored wine that lacks a bit of flesh. Still, the oak provides a sexy if somewhat superficial mouthful.",,20,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 1999 Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-1999-red-barossa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Ross Estate
13,White,US,"This is not a grape frequently seen in these parts. This is a tart, grassy wine, reminiscent of simple sauvignon blanc. Herbaceous and dry, with a quick finish.",,13,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shooting Star 2000 Aligoté (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-2000-other-white-aligote-other/,Aligoté,2000,Shooting Star
13,Red,France,"Named after latitude 45, which runs right past the Paul Jaboulet Aîné winery, this Côtes du Rhône is one of the biggest brands in the region, with 1.2 million bottles sold each year. It has a ripe southern feel to it, with aromas of almonds, vanilla and herbes de Provence. Red fruits and fine, dusty tannins give it a warm richness and easy accessibility.",Parallèle 45,9,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Parallèle 45 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-parallele-45-red-cotes/,Red Blend,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,Australia,"Cabernet brings deep flavors of blackcurrants and tannic structure, while Merlot contributes softer, richer notes. The result is good drinking. It's not complex or ageworthy, but it is clean and satisfying and won't break your budget.",Sundara,9,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 2000 Sundara Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-sundara-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,James Estate
,Red,US,"This is the first time Hogue has made a varietally designated Merlot for their budget line, and it's a solid effort. Sweet, pretty fruit is played against tart tannins, with just a hint of cinnamon and mocha spice. Good for the price.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Hogue
13.5,Red,Australia,"A good, crowd-pleasing quaffer that would go well with red-sauced pasta—a subliminal pairing, perhaps, given the tomato-y note that I picked up on the palate (though it's bolstered by plenty of red cherry, raspberry and cedar flavors). Opens with plum, toast and caramel aromas. Best Buy.",,9,85,South Australia,Padthaway,,Stonehaven 2000 Merlot (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-2000-merlot-padthaway/,Merlot,2000,Stonehaven
,Red,US,"Winemaker Tom Mackey has a justified reputation for producing rich, concentrated red wines, but this one seems to be an exception. It's austere to the point of being rasping. He's thankfully avoided the modern temptation to substitute sugar for complexity, but the dryness is unrelieved. Nor is there the hidden depth of fruit to suggest ageworthiness.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,St. Francis
,Red,US,"Starts with earthy, modest berry and chocolate aromas, then turns into a rather common sip. The berry flavors are okay but don't knock you out, and the acidity is much too soft.",,38,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Peju 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Peju
,Red,US,"It does not seem unreasonable, at this price, to expect a wine to be among the best of its class. This wine is not. Certainly, it is drenched in the best oak money can buy, and drips with the sweet, smoky char of toasted barrels. Beyond that, there are some modest berry flavors and rather nice tannins.",Reserve,65,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Frank Family 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frank-family-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Frank Family
12,White,US,"The prettiest aromas are here, all peaches and wildflowers, honey and oriental spices, and a buttery, smoky note. The flavors are nice, too, suggesting apples and peaches. It's off-dry, and kind of simple, lacking the acids needed to make it shine.",Winemaker's Collection,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2000 Winemaker's Collection Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2000-winemakers-collection-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2000,Jekel
,Red,Australia,Pigeage is the old-fashioned method of using human feet to press the grapes. This will give you softer tannins because you won't get any bitterness from breaking the seeds. This wine is very smooth with a balanced mouthfeel. The aromas of green olives and black pepper contrast the flavors of red berries and a touch of stemmyness. Drink now till 2005.,Pigeage Limited Release,25,85,New South Wales,Darlington Point,,Cookoothama 2000 Pigeage Limited Release Merlot (Darlington Point),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cookoothama-2000-pigeage-limited-release-merlot-darlington-point/,Merlot,2000,Cookoothama
14.2,Red,US,"A bit tight. The wine harbors dark berry, licorice and herb flavors. On the finish, it's bright and tangy, smoky and with a touch of bitterness.",,38,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Truchard
13.3,Red,US,"Here's a perfectly acceptable sipper that's uncomplicated but clean and affordable. It's also dry. Some ripe berry flavors sit next to stemmier, greener ones, and the tannins are smooth. With nearly 40,000 cases produced, it should be easy to find this value wine.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Camelot 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Camelot
,White,US,"Some barrel fermentation (30%) has added a lightly toasty element to this bone dry wine. It shows simple flavors of melon and citrus, along with residual yeastiness.",,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bridgman 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-2000-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Bridgman
13.7,Red,US,"Maybe it's just a case of a very young wine, but despite the pedigree (Seven Hills is one of Walla Walla's premiere vineyards), this wine seems a bit green. It shows light, tight, sour cherry fruit, with a bit of spice and some hard, stemmy tannins.",Seven Hills,32,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 1999 Seven Hills Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-1999-seven-hills-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1999,Whitman Cellars
,White,US,"The Hogue style is ""fruit forward"" and so it is with this simple, off-dry, quite fruity gewurz. The fruit runs to pear and citrus, and the finishing impression is of a sugary tartness.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Hogue
12.7,Red,Australia,"Sure to have widespread appeal, the McPherson has more of a red-berry flavor profile than its compatriots. Bright red fruit shows up on the nose with molasses highlights; in the mouth, the fruit is doused in some chalk and dried spices. Chalk and bright berries linger on the finish. Best Buy.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,McPherson Wine Company
11,White,US,"Great vintage, great Riesling vineyard from the chilly Salinas Valley. There are some beautiful floral and fruit aromas, and lovely flavors. The acid-sugar balance is perfect. But the wine isn't concentrated enough to merit a higher score. They must have stretched the vines pretty thin.",Coastal Selection,8,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 2000 Coastal Selection Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2000-coastal-selection-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,2000,Mirassou
,Red,France,"Spices and red fruits dominate the aromas of this powerful tannic wine, from a small estate right at the southern end of the Côte Rôtie. There are heady perfumes and ripe fruit, but at this stage the wood dominates, and it could be at least five years before the fruit is able to come through.",,35,85,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Duclaux 1999  Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-duclaux-1999-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine Duclaux
12.7,Red,US,"There's a rough, edgy quality to this affordable wine, with sharp acids and tannins, but it's dry and clean and will satisfy unless you're really picky. In fact the dryness is downright refreshing, when so many Cabernets these days drink sweet. Best Buy.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Coastal Ridge
,White,US,"You have to admire anyone with the courage to make a Gewürz these days, especially a semisweet one. It brims with honey, smoky, jasmine, quince and spice aromas, and drinks with noticeable sugar. Would be nice with fresh fruit.",Begin Vineyard,16,85,California,California Other,California,Deerfield Ranch 2000 Begin Vineyard Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deerfield-ranch-2000-begin-vineyard-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Deerfield Ranch
,Red,US,Generic red wine here. It brings to mind those jug wines from the old days that were dry and clean and fruity and affordable. The world needs more such wines. Who cares if it could be any one of 10 varietals? It's what it is and it's good enough.,,10,85,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Stonehedge
14,Red,Australia,"Aromas of mint, coconut and eucalyptus tease you into thinking this will be a great wine. However, it has an awkward balance that is a letdown from the wonderful nose. Finishes lean and hard.",House Block,20,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,St Mary's 1999 House Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-marys-1999-house-block-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,St Mary's
14,Red,Australia,"A good by-the-glass, textbook New World Cabernet pour; offers stewy blackberry, buttercream and oak flavors from bouquet to finish. Dried green herb gives the back end a little oomph.",,21,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,St Hallett
,Red,Australia,"A bit rough and ready but overall a nice, fruity wine. It's satisfactorily dry, with a good balance acidity, tannins and alcohol. There's a tart sharpness but if you can overlook it, it's not too bad.",,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Arunda 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arunda-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Arunda
,White,US,"It is helpful when wineries denote their rieslings as ""dry"" (if appropriate), and this one begins with pleasant scents of stone fruits — pears and white peaches. Dry it definitely is, but it also appears to be heading for the edge of the cliff, with flavors already gravitating from dry toward oxidized.",Dry,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Apex 2000 Dry Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-2000-dry-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,2000,Apex
,Red,US,"Nice enough, with distinct blackcurrant flavors and good oak integration. Balanced, too, with dry tannins and acidity. The drawback is a sharpness and stubborn herbal streak that probably won't melt with aging.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Buttonwood Farm
12.5,Red,Australia,"Earthy aromas of fresh compost and eucalyptus leave you wondering, where's the fruit? You have to wait until it reaches the palate, then you find the sweet dark fruit with caramel and toasted oak. The bright acids and soft tannins make for a short but pleasant finish.",Miracle,23,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yunbar 2000 Miracle Merlot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunbar-2000-miracle-merlot-barossa-valley/,Merlot,2000,Yunbar
,Red,US,"A smoky-hued blend, with hints of plum, black cherry and herbs. On the finish, it's got a resiny edge.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,St. Francis
,Red,US,"This Stimson Lane property has recently added a more upscale line of reserve wines, along with classy packaging. The reserve Merlot is a limited selection of the top lots, just 600 cases produced. But it seems to lean heavily on new oak aging to mask ordinary fruit, that can't really stand up to all the barrel time.",Reserve,23,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 1999 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-1999-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Snoqualmie
,White,France,"A blend of Grenache Blanc, Roussanne and Marsanne, this wine is flavored with new wood and ripe fruits. Apricots and spices give it a full character, with just enough acidity to make it refreshing.",Parallèle 45,9,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2000 Parallèle 45 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2000-parallele-45-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,White,US,"Fun to sniff, with fragrances of orange blossom, vanilla, citrus and cashew, and fun to drink, too. The blossomy, flowery flavors are lush and forward, and offset by residual sugar that drinks off-dry. Crisp acidity adds brightness and life.",Early Harvest,14,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 2000 Early Harvest Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-2000-early-harvest-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,De Loach
,Red,US,"The black cherry flavors characteristic of Washington Merlot are here, but almost buried in massive amounts of oak. The oak imparts flavors of dark, bitter chocolate, cedar and coffee, and dries out the tannic finish, while all but obliterating the fruit. Enough already!",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Apex
13.6,Red,US,"The Cabernet from this new producer has considerably more color and concentration than their Merlot. You have to work to get past the tough, chalky tannins, but the fruit has a pleasant, cherry LifeSaver sweetness, and there is a hint of cocoa in the finish.",Seven Hills,40,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Whitman Cellars 1999 Seven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitman-cellars-1999-seven-hills-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Whitman Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Young, sharp and rude, with that new-wine character that's like a slap across the face. The berry fruit is impertinent and impatient and wants to be drunk now, which suggests a lack of subtlety, but the youthful zest is refreshing. Best Buy.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2000 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Canyon Road
,Red,US,"A first for Barnard Griffin, this young Syrah is still going through a lot of changes, and needs some time to show its strength. The early impression was of a sweet, grapey, forward wine with berry-flavored fruit and hints of white pepper. A straightforward, fruit-oriented, New World style.",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Barnard Griffin
,Red,US,"Forward and scented with bell pepper and licorice, this organic, no sulfites added Merlot seems just a bit underripe, with some earthy tannins. Nonetheless, a solid effort, with good color, grip and balance.",N.S.A,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 2000 N.S.A Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-2000-nsa-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Badger Mountain
,Red,US,"There's something ponderous about this wine. Yes, it makes all the right moves, from the ripe blackcurrant fruit, the dusty tannins, and the overlay of smoky oak, although it's kind of soft. But there's a heaviness that's hard to ignore.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hanna
11,Red,US,"Peachy clean, with a pleasing fruity quality that is mild and not overpowering. Bright enough to avoid any cloying sensation, with a touch of sweetness at the end. Great for aperitifs and seafood.",Vintner's Reserve,10,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 2000 Vintner's Reserve Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-2000-vintners-reserve-riesling-other/,Riesling,2000,Kendall-Jackson
12.8,Red,Australia,"This wine smells much better than it tastes. The aromas are of toasted coconut, cassis and a slight bubble gum like you might find in a pack of trading cards. Unfortunately, the mouth lacks richness for a good but boring Cabernet.",Patterson Hill,38,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Limb 2000 Patterson Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/limb-2000-patterson-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Limb
,Red,US,"Earth, anyone? The aromas suggest mushrooms, warm tree bark, and humus, although airing reveals black cherry notes. So it's not the ripest wine ever, but it's smooth as silk, with velvety tannins, and lots of pretty spice in the finish. Drink now.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,St. Clement
,Red,US,"This is competent, simple and straightforward, with light cherry fruit and enough heft to keep it balanced.",,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Silver Lake 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-lake-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Silver Lake
11,White,US,"If daffodils were wine, this is what they'd be. Or maybe it's apricot blossoms. Flowery and honey-sweet, but with crisp acids, this tasty wine may be simple, but there's no denying its assets. Best Buy.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2001 Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-riesling-other/,Riesling,2001,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Dark and soft, with earthy flavors and riper notes of blackberries, but very dry. This is a wine that gets right to the point. It's well-made and meant to be consumed with food. It's not an ager and there's a rough-hewn quality to it, but it's likeable.",,23,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,Peachy Canyon
13.7,Red,US,"If you like oak, you'll love this wine. The opening smell is of smoky, charred wood, caramel and toast. In the mouth, sweet oak and spicy wood-sap dominate. If the fruit were strong enough to carry all these barrels, fine, but it's not. Seems like the vintage was light and the winemaker strove to compensate with wood.",Generations,80,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1998 Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1998-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Raymond
13.3,Red,Australia,"Riverland is an appellation in South Australia known for inexpensive but quality wines and this is no exception. Aromas of raspberry are laced with cinnamon; bright cherry flavors accented with spice finish light and soft for a well-made, good-value Merlot.",,11,86,South Australia,Riverland,,Salena Estate 2000 Merlot (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salena-estate-2000-merlot-riverland/,Merlot,2000,Salena Estate
,Red,US,"Still youthful and firm, the fruit seems slightly “green” with bell pepper flavors showing through. Tannins are hard and earthy, and the wine is so tightly wound that it seems ungenerous. More bottle time could certainly help.",Reserve,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wineglass Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Black cherry flavors mark this pretty wine, which also has a distinctive herbal edge. The tannins are soft, but good acidity keeps it lively in the mouth, and it finishes clean, fruity and spicy. Nice everyday drinking at a great price. Best Buy.",Eagle Peak,9,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2000 Eagle Peak Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-eagle-peak-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Fetzer
,White,US,"The initials mean ""no sulfites added"" and that, plus the unusual blue bottle, make this a one of a kind riesling. From organically grown grapes, this is fresh, sweetly fruity, with a clean, citrusy pop.",N.S.A.,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 2001 N.S.A. Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-2001-nsa-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Badger Mountain
13,Red,Australia,"We don't usually think of Cabernet as a pizza-pasta sort of wine, but this one would do that job admirably. It has a lean, Chianti-like feel to it, along with tart cherry, milk chocolate and leather flavors, finishing with a burst of lemony acidity. Best Buy.",Bear Crossing,7,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2000 Bear Crossing Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2000-bear-crossing-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Angove's
,White,US,"Fruity and semi-sweet, it brings to mind the old Liebfraumilchs many of us cut our teeth on. The pretty apple, peach and flower flavors are offset by crisp acidity, and the finish is clean and long.",Coastal Selection,7,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mirassou 2001 Coastal Selection Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-2001-coastal-selection-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,2001,Mirassou
,Red,US,"There is a distinctive bell pepper/asparagus element here, often found in some Washington Cabernet. But it's soundly made, and the underlying fruit is true to varietal, with a bit of coffee and toast in the tannic finish.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,18,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Chatter Creek 2000 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2000-alder-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Chatter Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Ripe black cherry, plum and herb flavors are framed in very toasty oak. The tannins are firm but supple and the finish moderate, ending with a hint of greenness.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Valley of the Moon 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Valley of the Moon
,Red,France,"A firmly closed wine, with good color, aromas of vanilla and tough, dry tannins. The fruit is there, with acidity and flavors of blackcurrants. It will develop over the next five years, but at this stage is very young.",,50,86,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Robert & Patrick Jasmin 1998  Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-patrick-jasmin-1998-red-cote-rotie/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Robert & Patrick Jasmin
13.8,Red,US,"Not as big or powerful as their Cabernet, this new winery's Merlot is still in a bit of a sulky phase. Tough and reticent, it shows hints of compact, varietal fruit, some tight tannins, and not much else.",,28,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"Somewhat lean, with a core of herb, anise, blackberry and vanilla flavors. A smoky finish marks the end.",Jack London Vineyard,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1998 Jack London Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-jack-london-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kenwood
14.1,White,US,"Yountville is a cooler part of Napa, and you can taste the acid tanginess, but it's also a lush wine that brims with exotic fruit and flower flavors that persist into a honeyed finish. Barrel fermentation will satisfy Chardonnay fans who demand creaminess. Vietnamese food would be a nice match.",,22,86,California,Napa,Yountville,M. Cosentino 2000 Gewürztraminer (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-gewurztraminer-napa-yountville/,Gewürztraminer,2000,M. Cosentino
,Red,Australia,"A trifle burlier and rougher than Tatachilla's Clarendon Vineyard Merlot, the Wattle Park offering adds hints of tobacco and earth to the cassis-and-vanilla mix. The somewhat tough finish could use a grilled steak to smooth it out.",Wattle Park,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 2000 Wattle Park Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-wattle-park-merlot-south/,Merlot,2000,Tatachilla
,White,US,"This is a straightforward, fruity style of sauvignon blanc, with juicy, citrus flavors dominant. Tart and refreshing, simple and clean.",,7,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Washington Hills 2000 Fumé Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-yakima/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Washington Hills
,Red,US,"Pretty good for the money, with some fancy blackberry and chocolate flavors and a sumptuous mouthfeel. There are some ruder herbal, green notes that take it down a few notches. The bottom line is, this dry wine is just fine for most occasions. Best Buy.",Six Clones,10,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1998 Six Clones Merlot (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1998-six-clones-merlot-central-valley-lodi/,Merlot,1998,Peirano
,White,France,"A 100% Marsanne, with aromas of fresh, green fruits. On the palate, there is both weight and crisp acidity, with a touch of new wood adding an extra complexity to the mix. A delicious, refreshing wine.",Les Savagères,15,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Péray,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 2000 Les Savagères White (Saint-Péray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-2000-savageres-white-saint-peray/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
13.8,Red,US,"Aromas of plums, currants and burnt match are more interesting than the dark berry and earth flavors that have an initial richness. It lacks fullness throughout, finishing fairly thin. Drink soon.",Vineyard Select,75,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Juslyn Vineyards 1998 Vineyard Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juslyn-1998-vineyard-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Juslyn Vineyards
,White,US,"Riesling has long been a mainstay of Hogue — the winery makes some 52,000 cases and says they can't make enough — and it is a fruity, clean, standard-issue Washington style. Crisp and easy to enjoy, it's a ""chill it and swill it"" surefire summer sip.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Hogue
13,Red,US,"Here's an herbal, minty Cab with some true varietal notes. It's very dry and clean in the mouth, with melted tannins. Everyday-style price, but with some real elegance, especially in the velvety texture. Best Buy.",Valley Oaks,10,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-valley-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Fetzer
13.5,White,US,"From select cool vineyards, an intensely aromatic wine, with no sign of oak to hide the pretty fruit. Apricot and orange blossom, litchi, candied peaches, crushed brown spices, honey and vanilla flavors drink off-dry, but the wine is nervy and steely enough to satisfy dry wine fanatics, especially on a warm afternoon. Best Buy.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 2001 Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2001-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Geyser Peak
13.6,Red,US,"Geyser Peak reaches across the Mayacamas Range to Yountville in search of Napa Cabernet. Low production kept the lots ripe, and lavish use of oak uplifts the aromas and flavors. There's a simpleness to the middle palate, and it's a little flabby, but spicy fruit saves the day.",Vallerga Vineyard,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Vallerga Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-vallerga-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Geyser Peak
14,Red,Australia,"What a study in contrasts. Smells gamy and leathery, even sour, but packs in lots of blackberry, vanilla and mint flavors. Finishes long, tart, woody and hard. Give it a couple years in the cellar to mellow and soften, then try with full-flavored meats.",,17,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Yalumba
,White,US,"A roughly even (55/45) blend, this is a tasty, herbal style, with fresh gooseberry and lemon fruit. There's a nice kick to the mouthfeel and a vibrant, food-friendly finish. Best Buy.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Washington Hills 2000 Semillon-Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-2000-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2000,Washington Hills
,Red,Australia,"Rich, dark and plummy. Here's a big wine in every respect that combines fully ripened fruit with dry tannins and crisp acidity to produce a wonderfully drinkable wine. Lacks the extra dimensions to qualify as great, but it's a super mouthful, although it does require big rich foods.",,15,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Marquis Philips 2000 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-philips-2000-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,Marquis Philips
,Red,US,"Aromas are meaty and bacon fat, with tons of spicy white pepper and blackberry notes. Drinks dense and young, jammy, with oodles of freshly crushed blackberries. Gentle but firm tannins give it great structure.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1999 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,McCrea
,Red,US,"This very young, grapey, yeasty wine is still pulling itself together, but shows very nice, sweet fruit, augmented with spice and a hint of mint. Light and supple, another few months in the bottle will certainly help.",Klipsun Vineyard,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Owen-Sullivan 2000 Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-sullivan-2000-klipsun-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Merlot,2000,Owen-Sullivan
13.7,Red,US,"Nice effort in this value label, showing clean varietal character in the nose, and tight, focused flavors across the palate. It's solid and flavorful, though one-dimensional.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nelms Road 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelms-road-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Nelms Road
,Red,US,"The blend includes about 6 percent Cabernet Franc, and this is the current release. Bracing, and straightforward, with clean fruit, austere tannins and a bit of chalkiness on the finish. Crisply rendered, but lacking in flesh and a sense of terroir.",Red Willow Vineyard,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1996 Red Willow Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1996-red-willow-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Columbia Winery
12.5,Red,Australia,"Graves-like aromas of earth and tobacco laced with cassis are an instant hit; even the palate is Bordeaux-like, featuring a lean, chalky mouthfeel and drying tannins that demand cellaring. Age it one or two years and drink it over the next 3–5.",Heathcote,28,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Barnadown Run 1999 Heathcote Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnadown-run-1999-heathcote-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Barnadown Run
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells great, with smoke, pie crust and black pepper accenting rich blueberry fruit. But in the mouth, the nuances get muddled in the huge blackberry and blueberry fruit. Rich through the middle palate, it drops off a bit on the short, warm finish.",Mulberry Tree,16,87,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 2000 Mulberry Tree Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-2000-mulberry-tree-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Bleasdale
13.5,Red,US,"Smells and tastes great. Plums, blackberry, mushroom, earth and tobacco, with the requisite oaky notes in the aroma, and blackberry and black cherry flavors framed in smoky oak. Tannins are notable, but negotiable. The big problem is that the wine is thin. If it had more weight and density, it would be excellent. Instead, it's just very good.",Reserve,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1999 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1999-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Beaucanon
,White,US,"A tawny-blush color, a prettily-scented wine redolent of apples and pears, this is a tasty, no-frills bottle of slightly spicy, tart white wine perfect for the deck or porch. Best Buy.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 2000 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,2000,Willow Crest
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Bordeaux-style blend is 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and it shows in the wine's tight structure. Plum and black cherry fruit is framed in toasty, smoky oak and finishes with drying tannins. Age it a few years for maximum enjoyment.",The Fugue,27,87,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Nepenthe 1998 The Fugue Cabernet Sauvignon (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nepenthe-1998-fugue-cabernet-sauvignon-adelaide-hills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Nepenthe
,Red,US,"Silky on the palate, this wine serves up a blend of black cherry, licorice and herb flavors that continue on to a moderate finish.",,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Hagafen
,Red,France,"Philippe Desmeure has two small parcels of the Hermitage hill, near Jaboulet's La Chapelle vineyard. With malolactic fermentation in the barrel, and 100% new wood, this wine, named after his daughter, has sweetness, richness, black fruits and firm, dry tannins. This sample was spoiled by an animal rusticity that may fade as the wine ages.",Cuvée Emilie,,87,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2000 Cuvée Emilie  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2000-cuvee-emilie-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine des Remizières
,Red,US,"From this appellation in the Delta region east of San Francisco, a warm-country Bordeaux blend of four varietals dominated by Merlot. It's soft and flavorful, with melted tannins, and glides smoothly across the palate. There's not much structure by coastal standards, but it's a pretty wine.",,18,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Toasted Head 1999 Merlot (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toasted-head-1999-merlot-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Merlot,1999,Toasted Head
,Red,Australia,"Surprisingly true to its variety for this price, a lush, juicy, mouth-filling wine with smooth tannins and pretty flavors of berries and cherries. It's just what you think of in Merlot, an easy-drinking wine that's rich and full-bodied, yet silky and accessible. Best Buy.",,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yangarra Park 2001 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2001-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2001,Yangarra Park
,Red,US,"Though it's mostly Merlot (95%), the 1999 Charbonneau is a bit tight and ungenerous at this stage of the game. The flavors are a mix of red fruits and berries, along with some leafy, herbal elements, that suggest that perhaps the grapes did not ripen as fully as in hotter years such as 1998. No doubt it's a pleasing, well-made wine, but not quite as exciting as in the past.",Charbonneau,50,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1999 Charbonneau Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1999-charbonneau-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Woodward Canyon
14.1,Red,US,"Basic upscale Cabernet here, with blackcurrant and green olive notes encased in oak. It's dry and soft, but it does have a plush, velvety texture. There's some good fruit in the middle and a nice spiciness that lasts into the finish.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marcelina 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcelina-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Marcelina
13.5,Red,US,"Supple-textured with pretty cherry, smoke, spice and herb flavors. The wine is medium-bodied with mild tannins and a moderate finish.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Clos du Val
,Red,US,"Hogue's mid-level Cab is very well-made, with firm cassis fruit set against a backdrop of slightly chalky tannins. Showing a nice mix of cherry, cranberry, sandalwood and earth, it gives more complexity than usual at this price.",Vineyard Selection,17,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hogue
13.5,Red,US,"A straight-ahead, no-frills effort that shows herb-tinged cassis and cherry fruit and tight, dry tannins. A hint of tobacco and green tea enlivens the finish. This wine surely will prove cellar-worthy; it may not reach its peak for at least a decade.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,France,"A long maceration and aging on large 600-liter barrels has given this wine a dominance of fruit flavors. Aromas of violets and ripe fruits follow on the palate with red fruits, fine tannins, spices and a good twist of acidity.",Cuvée Particulière,,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2000 Cuvée Particulière  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2000-cuvee-particuliere-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2000,Domaine des Remizières
,Red,US,"Still firm and tight, and packed with plenty of toasty oak, this Cabernet has enough fruit and stuffing to show mixed flavors of cherry, herb, leaf and leather. Very dry and Bordeaux-like in style.",,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Apex 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apex-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Apex
13.5,Red,US,"What great fruit! It has the stuffing and fruity ripeness of plenty of  other costly Cabernets, at a fraction of the price. Maybe that's because they didn't drench it in expensive oak barrels. Don't look for char or vanilla or smoke, just terrific blackberry flavor in a dry package, with $50 tannins. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Canyon Road
13.2,Red,US,"Nelms Road is the second label of Woodward Canyon, and shows Rick Small's sure-handed winemaking skills. Young fruit in a forward style, it has hints of green-ness, but nothing detrimental, and just enough oaky spice to kick up the flavor interest.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Nelms Road 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelms-road-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Nelms Road
,Red,France,"An attractively warm wine, mainly from fruit grown just south of Valence. With its 80% Syrah, it has attractive herb and violet aromas along with jelly sweetness and balancing acidity. Soft tannins mean the wine is ready to drink now.",Saint-Esprit,9,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 2000 Saint-Esprit Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2000-saint-esprit-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Delas Frères
13.7,Red,Australia,"Hot aromas of creamy vanilla and mint lead the way. Flavors of blackberries, fresh vegetables and a potato-like starchiness are a little thin in the middle. This is a pleasing wine that should be drunk soon.",Thoroughbred,22,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Stanley Brothers 1998 Thoroughbred Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanley-brothers-1998-thoroughbred-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Stanley Brothers
,White,US,"From the cool Meador Vineyard in Arroyo Seco, a deliciously fruity wine with an appley bite of acid that washes and comforts the palate. It's filled with true flavors of apples, peaches, and wildflowers, and just off-dry. The finish is tart, with a hint of petrol and flint.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ledson 2000 Johannisberg Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2000-riesling-johannisberg-central-coast-monterey/,Johannisberg Riesling,2000,Ledson
,White,US,"From one of the highest vineyards in California, at 3,000 feet, another dependably dry, complex wine from this specialist. It's leaner than in previous years, with subtle citrus flavors, but very well structured. A real bite of lemony acid makes it perfect for a grilled trout. It's also an ager and a good value. Best Buy.",Dry,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Madroña 2000 Dry Riesling (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-2000-dry-riesling-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Riesling,2000,Madroña
13.5,Red,Australia,"The vineyard is located between the demarcated areas of McLaren Vale and the Adelaide Hills, hence the simple “Australia” appellation. Artfully combines spicy vanilla oak with juicy blackberry and cassis fruit in a simple but fun and satisfying wine perfect for casual dining.",Clarendon Vineyards,35,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1999 Clarendon Vineyards Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-clarendon-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Merlot,1999,Tatachilla
,Red,US,Pretty cherry flavors and aromas are backed by herb and cedar notes and smooth tannins. Best Buy.,Family Selection,12,87,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 1999 Family Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-family-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Trinchero
,Red,US,"They must have limited the crop on these vines, because the wine is more concentrated in fruity extract than many '98 Cabs. It's also lavishly oaked. Having said that, there are problems. It's overly soft, even flabby, and lacks life; it's like cola syrup without the carbonation. At this price, it lacks subtlety.",Reserve,85,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Peju
,Red,US,"Hogue has three tiers of its red wines; this is the middle Merlot, showing fragrant, sweet fruit in the nose, along with hints of mocha and vanilla. It's actually a complex blend that includes Lemberger, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese, though Merlot is the mainstay. It's a tart, tannic, vividly fruity, forward-drinking wine, ready right now.",Vineyard Selection,17,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Vineyard Selection Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-vineyard-selection-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Hogue
,Red,US,"The blend is half Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. A rich nose shows sweet, black cherry fruit; the wine has got big flavors that are nonetheless pretty, with soft, understated tannins and high acids. It adds up to a very accessible, delicious bottle of red. Best Buy.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"Light scents of wild cherry lead into a well-balanced Merlot with an elegant style. Some nice whiffs of mocha augment the medium-weight fruit, and the soft tannins are nicely managed, making this fine for near-term enjoyment.",,45,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 1999 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1999,Pepper Bridge
,White,France,"A rich, fat wine with concentrated ripe apricots and a touch of spice from the new wood used in its fermentation. It is weighty and full-bodied, but it also has a rich acidity that makes it refreshing by itself and with food.",La Mule Blanche,21,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 La Mule Blanche Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-la-mule-blanche-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,France,"Named after owner Philippe Desmeure's son, this has a new wood dominated wine, but also with dusty tannins and ripe, black fruit flavors. It was aged in small 225-liter barriques and this has given the wine a polished, ripe perfume of spices and new wood.",Cuvée Christophe,30,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2000 Cuvée Christophe  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2000-cuvee-christophe-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,2000,Domaine des Remizières
,Red,US,"Grapes had no problem ripening and the wine brims with sweet blackcurrant flavors. Generous oak boosts spice and vanilla, while tannins are soft but molded. This is an early drinking wine of charm and finesse. Drink now through 2003.",Reserve,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Geyser Peak
,Red,France,"Initially, this seems to be a somewhat rustic wine with animal aromas. But to taste, the fruit is ripe, powerful and finely structured, full of dark, black flavors. Put it away and let the cobwebs give the bottle character until the wine comes into its own.",Les Coteaux,24,88,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Éric & Jöel Durand 1999 Les Coteaux  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-joel-durand-1999-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1999,Éric & Jöel Durand
14.3,Red,US,"Not quite as dense as recent vintages, this is nonetheless sharply defined, with tart red berries and cherries underscored with baker's chocolate. The tannins are hard and the wine, as is generally true with this vineyard, needs considerable aging to reveal its full pleasures.",Cold Creek Vineyard,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-cold-creek-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, the Rosso is a hearty wine with a big, coffee-scented nose showing rich, textured fruit and interesting, gamy, “country” flavors. A lot of rich, textured fruit for such a humble blend.",Rosso,15,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Caterina 1999 Rosso Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1999-rosso-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Caterina
12.8,White,US,,,12,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ca' del Solo 2000 Malvasia Bianca (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2000-italian-white-malvasia-bianca-central-coast-monterey/,Malvasia Bianca,2000,Ca' del Solo
,White,US,,Michele's Cuvée,20,88,California,California Other,California,Ledson 2000 Michele's Cuvée White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-2000-micheles-cuvee-white-other/,White Blend,2000,Ledson
13.9,Red,US,"This bottling blends fruit from several premium Columbia Valley vineyards (Portteus, Bacchus, Klipsun and Seven Hills) into a complex whole. Hints of jalapeño, bell pepper, herb and pickle barrel underlie sweet cherry and cassis; the wine is firmly tannic and tightly muscled, with a hint of barnyard in the finish.",,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,Australia,"A classic white blend from Down Under, this lively, flavorful wine is filled with flavors of lime and juniper berry, tangerine zest, buttery smoke and oriental spices. The fruit is accompanied by very high acidity, and it's dry. Best Buy.",Sundara,9,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 2000 Sundara Semillon-Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-sundara-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2000,James Estate
14.5,Red,US,"Willow Crest is a Yakima Valley grower, bottling a few cases of wine under their own label. Syrah is clearly a strength. This is a dark, spicy bottle showing classic varietal fruit and coffee scents. Mocha, cocoa and some pleasant herbal elements add interest, but the star is the fruit, which is dense and powerful.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 1999 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,Willow Crest
,Red,US,"Packed with candied blackberry fruit and mint, this user-friendly wine drinks nice and easy. It's stylishly dry, with sculpted tannins and good acidity. In fact, it's downright gulpable. Drink early with grilled meats.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1998 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1998-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1998,Buttonwood Farm
,Red,US,"Though released early, and still showing some sweet, grapey scents, this is a very pretty wine reminiscent of a young Syrah. Berry, cherry and chocolate mingle with the fruit right out in front. It's a quite drinkable, delicious, forward style.",Champoux Vineyard,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Owen-Sullivan 2000 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owen-sullivan-2000-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Owen-Sullivan
13.9,Red,US,"Starts off with smoke and black cherry aromas, then settles down on the palate with a smooth blend of black currant, tar, chocolate and a strong herbal component. Firm, but ripe tannins give good structure.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Hanna 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hanna
,Red,US,"Pleasingly focused with smoky cassis and blackberry flavors that are followed by licorice and herb notes. Tangy on the finish, the wine is framed in smooth tannins.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Keenan
,Red,US,"Seven Hills makes this Merlot from diverse Columbia valley vineyards, and it's a youthful, tart mouthful of cassis cranberry and cherry fruit. “Substantial” (says the winemaker) amounts of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah are included in the blend. Good, solid effort.",,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"This is the current release. Columbia Cabs age for decades, but need extra time up front. Credit the winery with giving these wines that time. Still youthful and tight, this shows true varietal character, along with the pepper and herbs characteristic of the Otis vineyard. A hint of smoky chipotle creeps into the finish.",Otis Vineyard,29,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1996 Otis Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1996-otis-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Columbia Winery
14.5,Red,US,"From a longtime producer of Alexander Valley Cabs, another in a series of successful wines. Stays true to its terroir, a soft wine with melted tannins and round, ripe fruity flavors. Instantly appealing, and versatile at the table.",Reserve,22,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Clos du Bois
14.2,Red,US,"Chocolate, spice and blackberry aromas are evident here, backed by tangy-edged tar, black cherry and earth tones. The finish is bright with an herbal quality; all framed in ripe tannins.",,32,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1998 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1998-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1998,Truchard
15,Red,Australia,"Margaret River wines are known for their finesse rather than their weight. This Merlot holds true, showing a well-balanced mouthfeel with flavors of fleshy black cherries and spicy toasted oak. The finish moves toward tart cherry, ending with an elegant softness.",,22,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Xanadu 2000 Merlot (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/xanadu-2000-merlot-margaret-river/,Merlot,2000,Xanadu
,Red,US,"A Meritage blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc. The nose is intense, smoky and appealing, leading into a palate of forward, sweet red fruits. There are whiffs of bell pepper as well, and the finishing tannins are a bit earthy and rough.",Rich Harvest,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1999 Rich Harvest Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1999-rich-harvest-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,1999,Wineglass Cellars
,Red,US,"Over half of the barrels were new, giving the wine a rich, bacon fat aroma. The fruit is ripe and fleshy, showing sweet cherries and finishing with nuances of coffee, tar and pepper. Just 150 cases were made.",Reserve,35,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1999 Reserve Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1999-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1999,Wineglass Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Still tight, but showing focused blackberry, cassis, herb, spice and cola flavors. Tannins are sleek andsmooth. The wine is moderate on the finish with a tangy edge.",,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Clos du Val
,Red,France,"A finely soft wine, with concentrated ripe fruit that just demands to be drunk now. Red fruits, sweet jelly flavors and soft tannins come together into an enticing blend.",Les Hauts du Fief,15,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 1999 Les Hauts du Fief  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-1999-hauts-fief-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Cave de Tain
,White,US,"Semillon, a highly undervalued, food-friendly white wine, does well in Washington when handled with care. Winemaker Rob Griffin makes one of the best; fermented and aged in French oak, it has a pretty nose of sweet pea, spice and toast. The fruit is ripe without being tropical, and it has the acid to do well with a variety of food choices.",Caroway Vineyard,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2001 Caroway Vineyard Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2001-caroway-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2001,Barnard Griffin
,White,US,"Rich and spicy, with a fine-tuned mineral element for added balance. The fruity flavors are redolent of plum, litchee, pear and melon. They linger nicely on a tangy, citrus-like finish.",New Gewurz,9,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2001 New Gewurz Gewürztraminer (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2001-new-gewurz-gewurztraminer-north-coast/,Gewürztraminer,2001,Alexander Valley Vineyards
,White,US,"Made in a crisp, clean style, this lovely wine mixes ripe, round fruit with firm acids. Balanced and brisk, there is a spicy elegance that carries into the lingering finish, with just the merest hint of sweetness.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-2000-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Caterina
,Red,France,"A blend of 60% Syrah, 35% Grenache and 5% Mourvèdre gives a jammy, structured wine with dusty, perfumed, warm tannins and welcoming ripe fruits. Like all negociant Côtes du Rhônes, this is ready to drink now, but could age over the next five years.",,10,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,E. Guigal 1999 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1999-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,E. Guigal
,White,US,"Though the label says ""late harvest"" don't look for unctuous sweetness here; it's a laid-back, off-dry style which still has plenty of acid underpinning a generous core of peach/apricot fruit. Nuances of tea and just the barest hint of honey make it ideal for pairing with fruit-based desserts.",Late Harvest,12,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Late Harvest Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-late-harvest-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2001,Hogue
13.5,Red,US,"Textbook Napa Cabernet. Aromas of freshly baked blackberry pie, olives, green peppers and smoky oak, although the wood does not overwhelm. Bone-dry, with those great Napa tannins. This is not a wine with great depth or complexity, but it has an elegance that will never disappoint.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Merryvale
14.4,Red,US,"The Indian Wells Merlot is oakier and a bit rougher than the Cold Creek. Instead of high acid red fruits, here are blackberries and dusty cocoa, with thick tannins and a generous amount of toasty new oak.",Indian Wells Vineyard,32,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Indian Wells Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-indian-wells-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"This is a good, every day sort of wine, which shows some earthy power. An initial whiff of volatile acidity quickly blows off, revealing sweet black cherry fruit and a bit of smoky coffee beneath.",,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Seven Hills
,Red,Australia,"Dark, dark, dark purple. Big, rich, jammy and intense, filled with blackberry, blueberry and black cherry preserves and dark chocolate, but dry as dust. That sums up this muscular, heady wine. The tannins are soft, and it's fun to drink and delicious.",,15,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Marquis Philips 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-philips-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Marquis Philips
,White,France,"Perhaps the most classically styled of these Chablis from Moreau is the Vaucopin, which features zesty lemon and lime aromas allied to crisp pear and green apple flavors. Finishes tangy, with hints of anise and toast. Try with oysters or soft chèvres.",Vaucoupin,28,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1999 Vaucoupin  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1999-vaucoupin-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,J. Moreau & Fils
,White,US,"Smells like a walk through a candy shop filled with gingerbread cookies, vanilla wafers and white chocolate fudge. Oh, and there's a flower shop next door, which explains the honeysuckle and gardenia. Yet it's dry and crisp, and the flavors are modestly citrus and apricot. Elegant and foodworthy.",,15,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stony Hill 2000 Gewürztraminer (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stony-hill-2000-gewurztraminer-napa-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Stony Hill
,Red,US,"What a complex nose on this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cab Franc. The dominant aroma is a leathery, grilled meat scent, alongside charred oak. Blackberry tea and cherry flavors show up in the mouth, where it's dry, with pure, soft tannins. It's a bit disjointed now. A few years may bring things together.",Oroppas,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1999 Oroppas Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1999-oroppas-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,St. Clement
14.1,Red,US,"This blend of five Bordeaux varieties, dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, is fruity for the vintage, packed with jammy berry flavors further sweetened with sappy oak. It's soft and uncomplicated, light in body and acids, and won't age. Drink now through 2003.",The Poet,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1998 The Poet Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1998-poet-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,M. Cosentino
14.5,White,US,"Oh, how good this wine smells, like a garden in June, or a basket of freshly picked fruits dusted with spice, or wild honey drizzed over toasted macadamia nuts. This isn't a wine to ponder over, it's to enjoy with grilled shrimp on a skewer with roasted red peppers and onions.",Del Rio Vineyard,18,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Louis M. Martini 2000 Del Rio Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-2000-rio-vineyard-gewurztraminer-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Louis M. Martini
,Red,US,"A bright-edged wine with a very tangy wild cherry character. Hints of blackberry, chocolate, earth, tomato, spice and herbs also are in evidence, finishing long.",The Malibu Estate,35,88,California,South Coast,Malibu-Newton Canyon,Rosenthal 1996 The Malibu Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Malibu-Newton Canyon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenthal-1996-malibu-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-south-coast-malibu-newton-canyon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Rosenthal
,Red,US,"It takes a moment or two for this tight, herbal wine to unwind in the glass. Once it unwraps a bit it's a delight, with pleasing flavors of green olive, leaf and herb along with ripe, plummy fruit, coffee and chocolate. There's lots of acid, balanced and smooth tannins, and a long, persistent finish.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 1999 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-1999-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Willow Crest
,Red,US,"Impeccably structured. Has those brilliant Napa tannins that are as finely knit as a medieval tapestry, and a bit of a scour from acidity. Oak adds gentle complexities. It's a little light, though. With this weight and density, you want more fruity concentration.",,42,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Joseph Phelps
14.5,Red,Australia,Lemon and cream with dusty oak aromas turn to flavors of vanilla and blackberries. There is a very tannic finish in this wine; it needs a few years of bottle age before it will be approachable.,,29,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Hamelin Bay 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamelin-bay-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hamelin Bay
,Red,France,"Bright purple-colored wine, with huge aromas of new wood and a smooth, ripe, polished palate. Chocolate and fine acidity give flavor and structure to the wine. A very modern style of wine, which seems to have left the taste of Rhône Syrah a long way away.",Maison Rouge,45,88,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Domaine Georges Vernay 1999 Maison Rouge  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-georges-vernay-1999-maison-rouge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,1999,Domaine Georges Vernay
13.5,Red,US,"The scent is pure Bordeaux, potent and loaded with black cherry, cedar and coffee. The wine hits the palate very soft and quite dry, with a smooth, seamless mouthfeel. It's very tasty, never overbearing, and surprisingly rich in this price range.",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Softly fragrant, with nice hints of dusty cocoa. In the mouth the young fruit is crisp and tastes lightly of tomato and cherry, with a finish that brings in tobacco, earth, dark chocolate and coffee.",Red Willow,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1999 Red Willow Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-red-willow-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,1999,Columbia Winery
14.3,Red,US,"This 100% Merlot starts with minty, cedary aromas tinged with smoke and vanilla and a solid cut of black raspberry. It's not a big wine, although there are some youthfully jammy berry flavors. Seems a little simple for the price, but there's no denying its elegance and charm.",Aleta's Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa,Yountville,Bell 1999 Aleta's Vineyard Merlot (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1999-aletas-vineyard-merlot-napa-yountville/,Merlot,1999,Bell
13,Red,US,"The best red yet from a classy new property on the outskirts of Walla Walla. Forward, grapey young fruit shows inviting scents of shaved chocolate, vanilla and fresh earth. The wine has a spicy, tart attack, well-balanced and vivid, with a fruity, refreshing finish that invites a second sip.",,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Three Rivers
,Red,France,"An attractive, red-fruited, jammy wine, named after one of the top vineyard sites in Saint-Joseph. It is full of ripe, bright tones, attractive acidity and strawberry fruits. This is a wine that is already drinkable, but will improve over the next five years or so.",Le Paradis Saint-Pierre,25,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Pierre Coursodon 2000 Le Paradis Saint-Pierre  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-coursodon-2000-le-paradis-saint-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2000,Pierre Coursodon
,Red,US,"The D2 is the second label for the winery's Chaleur Estate red, and includes juice from many of the state's top vineyards, about half on Red Mountain. Forward fruit runs to strawberry/raspberry/cherry, with hints of leaf and herb. There is also some subtle oak and just a hint of bacon fat and smoke in the light finish.",D2,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1999 D2 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1999-d2-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,1999,DeLille
,Red,US,,D2,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1992 D2 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1992-d2-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,1992,DeLille
,Red,US,"This is drinking very well already, with a nicely evolved, meaty nose leading to sweet cassis and blackberry fruit. Dusty, spicy and complex, it displays a Bordeaux profile with less funk and more sweet fruit character.",Sagemoor Vineyard,29,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1997 Sagemoor Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-sagemoor-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Columbia Winery
14,Red,US,"“Red table wine,” as it's called on the bottle, means “Bordeaux blend” to you and me. This is not a weighty wine. Instead, expect understated blueberry, anise, dried herb and fleshy-peach flavors on the palate. Opens with muted cherry and oak flavors. Very feminine, and very good.",Elevage,60,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 1998 Elevage Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1998-elevage-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Red Blend,1998,Chimney Rock
,Red,US,"No, it's not that Jack Jones. But it's a fine bottle of wine, with tight, hard fruit that opens slowly into a lovely mélange of plums and cherries. Tangy and tannic, this one needs some more time to come together, but all the components are right there.",Jack Jones Vineyard,20,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Chatter Creek 2000 Jack Jones Vineyard Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2000-jack-jones-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Chatter Creek
13,Red,France,"Jaboulet Aîné has the best-known estate in Crozes-Hermitage, on the flat land to the south of the hill of Hermitage. The 1999, a top year for Crozes, is deep, dark, almost black in color. It is a generous, rounded wine, smooth, rich, with a cocktail of spices, new wood flavors and black fruits. The tannins are there, but are soft, ripe and already accessible.",Domaine de Thalabert,25,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Domaine de Thalabert  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-domaine-thalabert-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,US,"This is a flashy wine. It has only the best stuff: blackcurrant and cassis flavors to die for; plush, velvety tannins; and a refined layer of toasty oak. The finish is very long and sweet, and refrains the currant theme. Lacks a bit of depth in favor of pizazz, but still very good.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonehedge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stonehedge
,Red,US,"From the family's (Sutter Home) vineyard, this distinguished red wine is elegant, and worthy of the finest foods. It has deep flavors of blackberries, olives and black cherries, and is very dry. It's not a big wine, despite the flavors and tannins, but it's chewy and interesting.",Chicken Ranch Vineyard,25,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Trinchero 1999 Chicken Ranch Vineyard Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-chicken-ranch-vineyard-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,1999,Trinchero
,Red,France,"Surprisingly, considering the importance of Guigal in the region, this is the first time the producer has made a Crozes-Hermitage. But they have certainly started with a fine bang, with this finely perfumed wine, bringing together ripe fruit, acidity and sweet, jelly flavors. There are even tannins to give it structure and concentration.",,15,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,E. Guigal 1999  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,E. Guigal
14,Red,Australia,"The nose on this wine is still very tight, showing only earth. However, the flavors explode with bright Bing cherries and spicy cedar. Mouthfeel is lush and velvety, leading to a lingering finish. A wine made to enjoy now, but will last another 5-7 years.",Reserve,37,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tyrrell's 1999 Reserve Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-1999-reserve-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Merlot,1999,Tyrrell's
,White,France,"The entire domaine of Chapoutier is now biodynamic, with 2000 as the first vintage. The wine certainly has pure fruit, and a mineral character that gives it structure and aging potential. It is a dry, serious style of wine, with bare hints of wood suggesting richness.",,33,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,M. Chapoutier 2000  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2000,M. Chapoutier
,Red,US,"CMS stands for Cabernets, Merlot and Syrah, the components of this fragrant, fruit-loaded, immensely popular blend. Ripe red and blue berries, tart and tangy, are the stars of this show. No oak here, just plenty of well-defined fruit flavor. The wine is in good supply (28,000 cases); hence the bargain price. Best Buy.",CMS,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 2000 CMS Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2000-cms-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,2000,Hedges
,White,France,"Exotic fruits dominate this rich, ripe wine. To taste, there is an array of lychees, mangoes, nectarines, all giving richness and almost sweetness to the palate. It's already ready to drink, and should mature quickly.",Marquise de la Tourette,54,89,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2000 Marquise de la Tourette White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2000-marquise-tourette-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,Delas Frères
,Red,France,"A ripe, perfumed, relatively soft wine, which is going to give great pleasure with its juicy fruit, ripe jelly flavors and balancing acidity. You could enjoy this wine within a year, but it should age well over the next five or six.",Les Challeys,20,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 2000 Les Challeys  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2000-challeys-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,2000,Delas Frères
,White,France,"Made from the vineyards of Grippat and de Vallouit, which Guigal recently bought, this is a firm, surprisingly closed wine at this stage, with a bright mineral character, new wood and rich fruit. It needs three or four more years to open out and develop.",,26,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,E. Guigal 2000  Saint-Joseph,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2000-marsanne-saint-joseph/,Marsanne,2000,E. Guigal
14.3,Red,US,Creamy black cherry aromas layered with fresh brussel sprouts and spicy arugula flavors of red plums and toasted oak.,,70,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Caymus
14.5,Red,US,". It's “a wine that screams California,” noted one reviewer, meaning that the Golden State's textbook caramel-jammy blackberry-toast profile is in full effect here. Medium-full in the mouth, with a little heat. It closes with bitter coffee and a little char. Would have been excellent if it had a little more richness.",Estate Grown,80,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1998 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1998-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Duckhorn
,Red,US,"Despite its early release, this is a fragrant, approachable wine with pretty scents of cassis and vanilla. There is none of the weediness that can plague inexpensive Columbia Valley Merlot; rather it is nicely balanced and strung tight, with firm, not opulent fruit and a smooth finish. Best Buy.",,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2000 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2000-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,2000,Barnard Griffin
12.8,Red,Australia,"The aromas of this Cabernet are as intoxicating as the alcohol. Black olives, pinecones and blackberry lull you to flavors of fresh herbs and red berries. The finish is long and mouthwatering for a wine that is delicious now.",Craig's,23,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yunbar 2000 Craig's Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunbar-2000-craigs-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Yunbar
,Red,US,"Light, elegant and sweet, as succulent as a chocolate cherry bonbon. It has the lip-smacking quality of a fine candy, a blast of stone fruit that coats the mouth in unguent sweetness and then lingers there for a while.",Wild Boar Vineyard,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1998 Wild Boar Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1998-wild-boar-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon celebrates the old Inglenook Cask Cabs, but has to grapple with a thin vintage. It's dry, but excessively soft and low on fruit. Tries to make up for a lack of stuffing with oaky sweetness, and has charm, but no depth.",Cask Cabernet,65,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 1998 Cask Cabernet Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1998-cask-cabernet-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Niebaum-Coppola
,White,US,"The same vineyard provides grapes for the winery's ""Eroica"" riesling project with Ernst Loosen. The differences are subtle, but the single vineyard version tastes a bit drier, more citric, and includes lovely hints of orange blossom and honey.",Cold Creek,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Cold Creek Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-cold-creek-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,France,"A wine that is dominated by ripe exotic fruits, plums and a hint of green figs. There is wood, but it is not at all obvious, while the ripeness is balanced with a touch of acidity and some attractive bitter-almond flavors.",Cuvée Emilie,,89,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Domaine des Remizières 2000 Cuvée Emilie White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-remizieres-2000-cuvee-emilie-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,Domaine des Remizières
,Red,US,"The reserve from this well-known winery is, as you would expect, a textbook version of Washington Syrah, the state's newest love affair. Dense and dark, with smooth cherry/chocolate flavors across the palate, it comes on full and soft, seductive. There are spicy berry highlights, very dry tannins, and lots of chocolatey oak.",Reserve,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"Lush fruit here, all blackberries and cassis and sweet olive tapenade. The tannins are wonderful, at once firm and unyielding, and then turning buttery. Oak provides a smoky, spicy framework. The acidity is odd, though. It doesn't seem integrated.",,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Koves-Newlan 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/koves-newlan-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Koves-Newlan
,White,France,"A big, fat, rich wine from the Hermitage vineyards of Chapoutier. The fruit is certainly ripe—perhaps excessively ripe—but the wine is still very young, closed up with firmness and a taste of bitter almonds. It should certainly improve over the next four or five years, but it will always be about power rather than finesse.",Chante Alouette,80,89,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Chante Alouette White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-chante-alouette-white-hermitage/,Rhône-style White Blend,1999,M. Chapoutier
,Red,US,"The reserve Merlot draws grapes from both the Seven Hills and the DuBrul vineyards, both excellent. It is forward and ripe, with pomegranate, cherry, berry and plum fruit showing, plenty of acid, and fairly lightweight tannins. Somewhat oddly for a reserve, it seems more appropriate for near-term drinking rather than cellaring.",Reserve,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"The wine not used in their primary red wines goes into this modestly named “Red Wine” which is one of the top two or three such second label wines made in Washington. Think Les Forts de Latour and you get the picture. Forward, richly scented and dense; the only difference from the big Quilceda Cabernet is that this one is front-loaded, and doesn't deliver the power in the finish.",,40,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Quilceda Creek 1998 Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quilceda-creek-1998-red-other/,Red Blend,1998,Quilceda Creek
,Red,US,"This is the first vineyard-designated Klipsun Cabernet for Woodward Canyon, though the vineyard has its name on dozens of wines from as many producers. This wine is quite tightly bound, and very tannic, with a strong medicinal streak of bitter anise running through it. Earth and iron are also there, knowing the vineyard and winemaker, it has plenty of aging potential. But right now its fruit is buried in tannin.",Klipsun Vineyard,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1999 Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1999-klipsun-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Woodward Canyon
,Red,US,"Long on flavor, this is a classy wine meant for white tablecloths. The pleasant aromas are of green olives, smoke, white chocolate and berries, and a hint of bacon fat. Drinks soft and plush, striking a nice balance between herbs and fruit. Some sharpness from acids is okay, and suggests short-term ageworthiness.",,30,89,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Joullian 1999 Merlot (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-1999-merlot-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Merlot,1999,Joullian
,Red,US,"From an area that is constantly pursuing excellence with this grape, a deeply fruity wine of enormous charm. On one level it seems simple, with blackberry flavors and rich, dry tannins that are well-oaked and delicious. Then you sip again and discover all sorts of interesting tidbits. It's drinkable now, especially with braised beef or duck with plum sauce, but has the inherent balance to age gracefully.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Wyvern 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyvern-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Wyvern
,White,US,"Named for the vineyard that sources the grapes, Woodward Canyon's Meritage white wine is 83% Semillon and 17% Sauvignon Blanc. Intensely aromatic, it smells of grass and herbs, tastes of citrus, apple, pineapple and apricot, and picks up texture and oak from barrel fermentation. Big, spicy, ripe and slightly hot, it's a no-holds-barred style for those who believe size counts.",Charbonneau,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 2000 Charbonneau White (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-2000-charbonneau-white-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,White Blend,2000,Woodward Canyon
,Red,US,"I have admired this property for many years. It comes from a mountain in Mendocino that should have its own appellation. In this dismal vintage the vineyard ripened the grapes enough to evoke blackberries, although the olive flavors are strong. The tannin-acid balance is exciting and suggests mid-term aging. A winery to watch.",,35,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Duncan Peak 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duncan-peak-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Duncan Peak
,White,US,"Made since 1957, always rich, complex and steely, and one of the state's great agers, this year's release is an extraordinary Riesling. Its flowery, peach and jasmine aromas and flavors and streak of mineral are delicately perched between dry and off-dry. Zesty acidity provides vital balance.",,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stony Hill 2000 White Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stony-hill-2000-riesling-white-napa-valley/,White Riesling,2000,Stony Hill
,Red,US,"Kicks off with rich vanilla and spice aromas, which evolve into licorice, black currant, blackberry, herb, chocolate and toast flavors. Slightly tart at the end, it's nonetheless classy and framed in lush, ripe tannins.",Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Raymond
,Red,US,"Dark, plush and elegant, this wine defines style. It's fashionably dry and ripe, with blackcurrant flavors and low acids. Oak adds vanilla and sweet, woody tannins but does not overwhelm. It's what consumers are looking for in an expensive California Cabernet. You could object that it's generically good. It lacks a sense of ground, of individuality, but that's tilting at windmills.",,56,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Pride Mountain
,Red,US,"Another fine Klipsun-designated wine, medium weight, tightly wound and hinting at depth. It's balanced and inviting, yet shows less of the terroir-driven mineral flavors than the Klipsun Merlot from this producer.",Klipsun Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-klipsun-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Seven Hills
13.5,Red,US,"Opens with a classic burst of charry oak and well-ripened blackcurrant and cassis fruit. Turns dry and delicious in the mouth, with jammy flavors and a round, velvety texture. The tannins are supportive and don't get in the way of this drinkable, soft wine.",Mario's Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 1998 Mario's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1998-marios-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Trinchero
13,Red,US,"Always rock-solid and fairly priced, Geyser Peak's Cab this year is well-structured and firm, with sturdy tannins and bright acidity. It will need a year or so for the blackcurrant and plum flavors to emerge. There's a rich earthy streak that makes this a fine companion with food.",,17,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Geyser Peak
13.5,Red,US,"Walks a perfect middle road between fine winemaking artisanship and what the vintage brought. The wine is feminine, with delicate Cabernet flavors and a lightness and elegance that make it tableworthy. Not an ager, but possesses grace and harmony. Drink now and until 2004.",Limited Release,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 1998 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-1998-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Conn Creek
14.4,Red,US,"From an exceptional vineyard site high above the Columbia River, this wine is a dark, potent and heady mix of toasty, earthy aromas and forward fruit. Flavors of licorice, mocha and cedar mix into the sassy finish. Overall it's a user-friendly, open and powerful style.",Canoe Ridge Estate,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Canoe Ridge Estate Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-canoe-ridge-estate-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
14.2,Red,US,,Cinq Cepages,70,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1998 Cinq Cepages Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1998-cinq-cepages-red-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Chateau St. Jean
14.2,Red,US,"The blend here is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 46% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc, making a soft, seductive, sweetly fruity red wine that is immediately flat-out delicious. Consumer-pleasing flavors of ripe cherries and berries mingle with plenty of smooth, chocolatey oak, and seamless tannins. Rich, and decadent and really good.",Apogee Pepper Bridge Vineyard,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Apogee Pepper Bridge Vineyard Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-apogee-pepper-bridge-vineyard-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"There's some pretty blackberry fruit and spice here, while plenty of fancy oak provides woody spices and sweet vanillins as well as a smoky quality. The texture is smooth and polished. The fruit isn't very dense or concentrated, but this elegant, soft wine drinks well now and will improve in the next year or two.",,100,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Hartwell 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartwell-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hartwell
,Red,US,"Pepper Bridge has supplied fruit to many of Washington State's top wineries, but this is only the second vintage made under their own label. It's a very pretty Cabernet, with soft, ripe fruit tasting of plums and cherries. Fragrant and focused, it shows classy winemaking and a smooth, sophisticated style.",,50,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Pepper Bridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepper-bridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Pepper Bridge
,White,France,"Yves Gangloff is from Alsace, and the estate was created in 1983. He makes an enormously ripe Condrieu, with aromas of apricots and almonds. The fruit is superripe, with hints of noble rot giving a delicious character of honey and peaches. With its oily, condensed texture and a light touch of wood, this is beautifully smooth.",,65,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Mathilde et Yves Gangloff 1999  Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mathilde-yves-gangloff-1999-white-condrieu/,Rhône-style White Blend,1999,Mathilde et Yves Gangloff
,White,Australia,"This beauty has it all. From Oz, a sinfully fruity wine, packed with tangerine, mango, guava and spicy peach flavors, with a solid layer of oaky complexities. Beyond the flavors is a rich, creamy texture, lifted by very high acids. Best Buy.",Compass,13,90,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,James Estate 2000 Compass Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/james-estate-2000-compass-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,James Estate
,Red,US,"The wine's cherry aromas are almost stewy, thanks to the toast and eucalyptus notes that envelop them; expect more cherry, soy and some herbal complexity in the mouth. Medium-weight; closes with tart red fruit and full-on tannin.",Cinq Cepages,70,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Chateau St. Jean 1998 Cinq Cepages Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1998-cinq-cepages-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"This single vineyard blend includes 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 10% Cab Franc. It is a distinctive wine, salty, linear and slightly metallic in its terroir. The vineyard's cool site, gives the wine lovely extra dimensions, though this is not a style one would describe as fat. Still a bit unresolved at this point in time, it's a more subtle, soil-driven effort than big brother Chaleur Estate.",Harrison Hill,55,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1999 Harrison Hill Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1999-harrison-hill-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,1999,DeLille
,White,France,"A modern, rich, almost new-world style of wine in its open fruit and generous new wood flavors. Ripe peaches and nectarines give the wine great richness. At this stage, the wood is still too dominant, but over the next four or five years, the opulent fruit will certainly balance out.",Nobles Rives,,90,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Cave de Tain 1999 Nobles Rives Marsanne (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-tain-1999-nobles-rives-marsanne-hermitage/,Marsanne,1999,Cave de Tain
,Red,France,"A huge, black, concentrated wine, full of Syrah perfumes of violets and herbs. To taste, there are firm, generous tannins along with acidity and raspberry jelly-fruit flavors. Powerful, but generous, and already ready to drink.",Le Grand Pompée,23,90,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Le Grand Pompée  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-le-grand-pompee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
13.6,Red,US,"The panel agreed that Affinity is an excellent wine, but had very different reads on the wine's flavors and bouquet. Notes on the aromas range from fresh hay and cherry to grapes and watermelon rind; comments on palate flavors run the gamut from cherry liqueur and vanilla to fresh herb and blackberries. One to try for yourself, to be sure. 2,500 cases made; age 5–7 years.",Affinity,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Craig 1999 Affinity Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1999-affinity-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Robert Craig
14,Red,Australia,The nose has beautiful green olive with fresh vegetables and burnt coffee. Flavors of juicy blackberries and bitter chocolate add to the complexity. This wine has a leaner style that is well put together and delicious.,,23,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Kangarilla Road
,White,France,"Minerally and nutty, with aromas of toast and vanilla from oak but not overdone, balanced by wisps of chalk dust. Full in the mouth, with almond and peach flavors predominating. Finishes easy, accented by peppery spice.",Valmur,47,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1999 Valmur  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1999-valmur-white-chablis/,White Blend,1999,J. Moreau & Fils
,White,France,"The tight structure of this wine influenced Moreau to hold back its release until May 2002. Now that it's available, expect a full-bodied, powerful Chablis that combines aromas and flavors of butter, peach, apple and nuts in a ready-to-drink package.",Cuvee Joyeaux Premier Cru,45,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1997 Cuvee Joyeaux Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1997-cuvee-joyeaux-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1997,J. Moreau & Fils
,Red,US,"This delicious wine was so light, so airy on the palate that I checked the alcohol: 12.5%. You won't find this in California, but you will in Bordeaux. The blackberry flavors, infused with smoky oak, are pure and elegant with subtle tannins. There's a depth and complexity that make for added interest.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wyvern 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyvern-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wyvern
,White,France,"This wine comes from a vineyard next to the legendary Château Grillet in the southern part of the Condrieu appellation. It manages to combine the opulence and richness of ripe Viognier with a refreshing acidity. Apricots dominate the taste, while spices and a touch of wood give it extra interest.",Clos Boucher,15,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Delas Frères 2000 Clos Boucher  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2000-clos-boucher-white-condrieu/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,Delas Frères
,Red,US,"The Chateau's reserve is held an extra five months in barrel, and represents a selection of the winery's top 1 percent of Cabernet. It's a big, thick, juicy effort loaded with ripe, lip-smacking berry and cassis fruit. Firm acids and a sheath of spice—anise, fennel, tobacco and coffee—complete the picture.",Reserve,33,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,France,"A big, ripe, oily wine with apricots and overpowering perfumes of exotic spices. Unusual for a Condrieu, this is completely dry, and the sweetness comes from superripe, almost botrytised grapes which give it a hint of honey. Spice and new wood complete the package.",,35,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,E. Guigal 2000  Condrieu,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-guigal-2000-white-condrieu/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,E. Guigal
,Red,Australia,"An opaque purple color with aromas of juicy black fruit, vanilla and eucalyptus. The mouthfeel is lush with rich tannins that finish chewy and a little gritty. A very good wine from a quality house.",Classic Clare,35,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1998 Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1998-classic-clare-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Leasingham
,Red,US,"From benchlands above the Russian River, a gentle giant of a wine. From the dark color to the brooding, peppery aromas, you know it's a big wine. Ripe, full-bodied and extracted, its berry flavors are rich and heady. What's suprising is the balance. Soft, round, mellow and supple, it goes down (as the Burgundians used to say) like Jesus in velvet pants. —S.H.",Whaler Vineyard,20,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fife 2000 Whaler Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2000-whaler-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Fife
14.3,White,US,"Rich, creamy and enticing, the wine serves up a classy blend of fine-tuned toast nuance and appealing pear, apple, melon, grapefruit, lemon, herb and honey-like notes. Long and lush at the end.",Dijon Clones,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 2000 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-2000-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Pine Ridge
,Red,Italy,"Black raspberry and sweet cinnamon-toast aromas lure you into the glass. The alcohol is 14%, but the intense dark fruit and substantial tannins give it balance. Delicious now but will age well for a number of years.",Don Antonio,30,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 1999 Don Antonio Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-1999-don-antonio-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1999,Morgante
12.5,Red,Italy,"The Ravello is softer and more elegant than its big brother, Furore, due to a cooler microclimate. Spiced huckleberry jam and toasted almonds highlighted with vanilla make this a perfect match for lamb and wild mushrooms.",Ravello Riserva,30,89,Southern Italy,Campania,,Marisa Cuomo 1996 Ravello Riserva Piedirosso (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marisa-cuomo-1996-ravello-riserva-italian-red-piedirosso-campania/,Piedirosso,1996,Marisa Cuomo
9,Dessert,US,"Yum. I didn't know whether to start or finish with this word. The unctuous apricot and peach flavors touched by a spicy botrytis nose make the rich, oily mouthfeel an enjoyable experience. The acids clean up the heavy sugars as the wine closes. This wine is picked and pressed frozen to concentrate the sugars and flavors. Yum.",Ice Wine,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1998 Ice Wine Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-ice-wine-riesling-columbia-valley-yakima/,Riesling,1998,Covey Run
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dusty tar, with a light floral bridge, is realized on the nose and palate along with vivid, underlying black fruits and vanilla. Chewy tannins and black pepper finish it off.",Selve di Lvoti,38,88,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1997 Selve di Lvoti  (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1997-selve-lvoti-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,1997,Feudi di San Gregorio
13,Red,Italy,"The tight, foresty red-berry nose opens with airing, setting the stage for a distinct plum flavor underscored by coffee and toasty oak. The fruit here is a little lean, but it's a nice, tasty wine sure to work well with food. Despite being simple and straightforward, it should please most consumers.",,27,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Cecchi 1998  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-1998-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1998,Cecchi
13.6,White,US,"Quite fragrant, with loads of citrus, apricot, melon and apple notes up front. On the palate, toasty oak, lemon and herb flavors leave a bright, refreshing and clean feel to the end. —J.M.",,15,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Pale and tart, as befits this chilly appellation, the wine has tomato, cola, beetroot and herb aromas and drinks acidly tight and austere. There are hints of strawberries, but it's an herbal, earthy wine, although the tannins are silky soft. May soften and mellow with five plus years in the cellar. —S.H.",Donnelly Vineyards,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Elke 1999 Donnelly Vineyards Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elke-1999-donnelly-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Elke
,Red,US,"From an old California variety. The immigrant winemakers used to make it fruity and dark and tannic, a wine to age forever. This winery makes it fruity and soft. It's drinkable right away, but it does have a bite of acidity to balance out olive oil and pine nuts. —S.H.",,12,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Kempton Clark 1999  (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kempton-clark-1999-dunnigan-hills/,$12,1999,Kempton Clark
8.5,White,Germany,,Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese,21,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2000 Piesporter Goldtropfchen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2000-piesporter-goldtropfchen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,St. Urbans-Hof
13.5,Red,Italy,"Bordeaux varietals, Cabernet Sauvignon 30% and Merlot 20%, are blended with 50% Nero d'Avola for this Sicilian blend whose earthy, herbal flavors and dusty tannins are the essence of Old World style. The finish is a little one-dimensional.",Custera,37,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ceuso 1998 Custera Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceuso-1998-custera-red-sicilia/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Ceuso
13,Red,Italy,"Not a super jammy-style Primitivo, which makes it all the more interesting because of the earthiness and spice that enhance the structure and complexity of the wine. Great with tomato- and garlic-based pastas or Bolognese. Best Buy.",,8,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Terrale 2000 Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrale-2000-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2000,Terrale
13,Red,Argentina,"A deep purple color that holds true to the rim shows the extraction achieved in this wine. The nose was a bit closed with fruit, but exhibits green herbs and a nutty earthiness. The palate brings trail mix flavors with a sweet blackberry finish, for an easy quaffing. Best Buy. —C.S.",Selection Especial,10,85,Other,Tulum Valley,,Graffigna 1999 Selection Especial Malbec (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-1999-selection-especial-malbec-tulum-valley/,Malbec,1999,Graffigna
13.1,Red,Argentina,"Forest aromas, with nutmeg and clove, initiate a very pleasing start. The palate becomes hollow in the middle then drops off, finishing with lean fruit and coarse tannins. Best Buy. —C.S.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Baudron 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baudron-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Baudron
,Red,Italy,"This easy-to-drink, supple, jammy cherry bomb is a fine, inexpensive choice to accompany spring and summer grilling. The very ripe cherry fruit shows a slightly tart, earthy element on the back end that adds a bit of complexity, and will stand up to charcoal-broiled foods.",Winemaker's Collection,9,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Canaletto 2000 Winemaker's Collection Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-2000-winemakers-collection-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2000,Canaletto
13.5,Red,Italy,,Riserva,12,85,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Leone de Castris 1998 Riserva Negroamaro (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-1998-riserva-italian-red-negroamaro-salice-salentino/,Negroamaro,1998,Leone de Castris
,White,US,"You'll notice the acids are among the highest in California. They scour and tingle the palate and nicely balance the lean citrus flavors of this bone-dry wine, from a Mendocino appellation. It's a simple wine but refreshing and clean. —S.H.",,12,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Yorkville Cellars 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1999-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Yorkville Cellars
,Red,US,"Begins with cooked aromas of berries steeped in coffee and rum, with stewed tomato notes, and drinks heavy and thick, although the flavors are ripe and sweet. Good acids set off the semi-sweet fruit. Flavorful, but can be faulted for lacking the delicacy Pinot Noir should have. —S.H.",Roar Vineyard,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Braren Pauli 1999 Roar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braren-pauli-1999-roar-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1999,Braren Pauli
,White,US,"Nice fruit, suggesting almonds and lemons and white peaches, and good acidity makes it bracing and clean. This is a likeable, everyday sort of wine that goes down easy. It's sweeter than most examples of this varietal, with a clover honey taste. —S.H.",,13,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Monte Volpe 2000 Pinot Grigio (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Monte Volpe
,White,US,"Organically grown, with a woody, peachy smell. It tastes of peaches and apples, although citric acidity gives it a lemony feel. Finishes crisp, with a Meyer lemon flavor. Good drinking, and the oak barely shows. —S.H.",Sanel Valley Vineyard,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Milone 1999 Sanel Valley Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milone-1999-sanel-valley-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1999,Milone
,Red,US,"This Brown-Forman-owned brand succeeded with Zinfandel and now is trying its hand at Syrah, with mixed results. This release, while well-made, lacks stuffing, although the acid and tannin structure is very good. Ther are some earthy-berry flavors but the wine needs more ooomph. More tinkering is called for, probably in the vineyards.",,30,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Mariah 1999 Syrah (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariah-1999-syrah-mendocino-ridge-16689/,Syrah,1999,Mariah
,White,US,"From mountain vineyards, and you can taste an iron-y concentration, bordering on iodine, that frames the peach and apple flavors. The flavors are long and ripe and spicy, yet there's a spine of acidic steel that makes it drink bright and fresh. —S.H.",Reserve,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Windwalker 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windwalker-1999-reserve-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Chardonnay,1999,Windwalker
,Sparkling,Italy,"Floral aromas of peach and mango. The palate has a slight creamy texture, which is cleaned by the mineral effervescence. Not just an apéritif or base for your bellini, this sparkler is a great lunch wine to be enjoyed with grilled fish.",,10,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto 2000 Prosecco (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2000-sparkling-prosecco-veneto/,Prosecco,2000,Moletto
13,Red,Italy,"This Sardinian Grenache has aromas of mulling spices, green olives and tobacco. The taste of pepper, dried fruit and a little salinity mix with the soft tannins. Drink soon.",Riserva,24,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Tenute Soletta 1997 Riserva  (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-soletta-1997-riserva-grenache-cannonau-cannonau-sardegna/,Cannonau,1997,Tenute Soletta
,Red,Italy,"Mixed berries and aromas of green vegetables start off this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Lightly spiced blueberry flavors interact with creamy light tannins, and a simple finish wraps up this clean Cabernet, that for $6 won't offend anyone. Best Buy.",,6,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-veneto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Stival
,Red,US,"The grapes got ripe enough to veer into mangoes and guavas and other tropical fruits, and barrel fermentation adds spicy notes a round, creamy mouthfeel. It's a classic New World Chard. It's also basically simple, well-made and clean, but Johnny-one-note, with a touch of citrus acids in the finish. —S.H.",Chalk Hill,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 2000 Chalk Hill Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-2000-chalk-hill-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"Varietally true, with beetroot, tomato, crushed hard spice, raspberry and mushroom aromas and flavors. It's also dry, with velvety tannins and good acidity. Not terribly complex, the flash is all on the surface, but it will drink nice with an olive tapenade or halibut in a tomato sauce. —S.H.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Savannah-Chanelle 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Savannah-Chanelle
8.5,White,Germany,,Berkasteler Badstube Spätlese,21,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2000 Berkasteler Badstube Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2000-berkasteler-badstube-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,White,US,"This is an earthy Chard. There are hints of green apples with a slight hint of wood, and the wine drinks dry. It's far from opulent, but there is good structure and mouthwatering acidity, and the finish is very clean. —S.H.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Schug
12,Red,Italy,"Hints of smoke and herb accent this wine's bright strawberry-rhubarb aromatics. Red berries and milk chocolate then take over and dominate the palate, which features a textured, grainy mouthfeel. Finishes long, with soft, ripe tannins. Best Buy.",Il Principio,9,85,Southern Italy,Aglianico d'Irpinia,,Terredora 1998 Il Principio  (Aglianico d'Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-1998-il-principio-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-dirpinia/,Aglianico,1998,Terredora
13,Red,Italy,"The dusty dryness that the Negro Amaro brings to the nose is very prominent. After the leather-saddle flavors come menthol, cinnamon and a hint of cherry. Finishes with a note of dried meat.",Simposia,12,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Tenuta Monaci 1997 Simposia Negroamaro (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-monaci-1997-simposia-italian-red-negroamaro-puglia/,Negroamaro,1997,Tenuta Monaci
,White,Italy,"A brilliant, pale straw-yellow color is an indication of the freshness of this wine. Tropical aromas of mangos and bananas start with flavors of citrus and a sharp but not overpowering acidity finishing. A nonmalolactic, simple yet pleasant Chardonnay. Best Buy.",,6,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 2000 Chardonnay (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2000-chardonnay-veneto/,Chardonnay,2000,Stival
,Red,US,"Defines this varietal with its gingersnap flavors, and a crisp backbone of steely acidity, courtesy of cool growing conditions. It's dryish, and very clean. A bit one-dimensional, though. —S.H.",,11,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 2000 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-2000-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Husch
,Red,US,"Although this wine has some flaws, it's also fruity and fun enough to overlook them. The downside is a vegetatal aroma. On the upside are pretty raspberry flavors, just the tiniest bit off-dry, and wonderful acids that just sing and dance on the palate. If only it smelled nicer... —S.H.",Rosato,28,85,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Gabrielli 2000 Rosato Sangiovese (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabrielli-2000-rosato-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Gabrielli
,Red,US,"An absolutely middle-of-the-road Pinot that's varietally true. It's silky and high in acids, with lean cranberry flavors, and one-dimensional. Anderson Valley may well be a good home for Pinot Noir, but a wine like this leaves the case to be made. —S.H.",,20,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Christine Woods NV Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/christine-woods-nv-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,,Christine Woods
13.5,White,US,"Nice and easy-drinking, with peach and apple flavors spiced up with the sweet vanillins and smoke of oak. Drinks a bit soft and slightly sweet, with rich extract that lasts through the finish. —S.H.",Grand Archer,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 2000 Grand Archer Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-2000-grand-archer-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Arrowood
,Red,US,"A tale of two cities: plush blackberry and plum flavors co-exist with herbal ones, and the wine is less than fully ripe in the mouth. The grapes struggled to achieve ripeness, and there's a sharp streak of tart acidity. That said, it's the best wine that could have been made from this fine vineyard. —S.H.",,16,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 1998 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1998-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,1998,Bonterra
,White,US,"From a pioneer of this appellation, a full-throttle wine involving lots of new French oak. The flavors veer toward ripe peaches and apples and the acidity is predictably high, given its origins. There's a lovely, creamy mouthfeel. One criticism: Excessive sweetness. Tastes like it has some residual sugar that doesn't belong there. —S.H.",Special Reserve,25,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 1998 Special Reserve Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-1998-special-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Husch
,Red,US,"Defines what's wrong and right about Anderson Valley. Right: High acidity, silky tannins, good upfront raspberry flavors nuanced with mushroom and tomato, and tons of spice. What disappoints is one-dimensionality. The wine turns watery in the middle palate, and snaps to a finish. Needs more stuffing and depth. —S.H.",,35,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Esterlina 1998 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-1998-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Esterlina
14,White,US,"Soft, simple and slightly sweet, with highly extracted lemon-and-lime flavors and a limpid, supple mouthfeel. It's a nice, clean wine with pretty flavors. —S.H.",,15,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Enotria 1999 Arneis (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-1999-arneis-mendocino-12295/,Arneis,1999,Enotria
,Red,US,"Simple in jammy cherry flavors and firmly tannic, this is a wine that strives to be more than it manages to be—which isn't bad. It certainly lacks the stuffing to be a big wine. But it takes a big swing with absolute dryness and high acidity and a rich, mealy mouthfeel, and you have to give credit to the winery for keeping the price this low. —S.H.",,9,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 1998 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Dunnewood
,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend from inland Mendocino, with an interesting aroma. It's like raspberry and peppermint, or cotton candy with a dollop of smoky oak and vanilla. That minty, cedary flavor persists in the month. It's nice to taste such high acidity in a California wine, but the eccentric flavors are puzzling. —S.H.",Sanel Valley Vineyard Sanel,48,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Milone 1997 Sanel Valley Vineyard Sanel Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milone-1997-sanel-valley-vineyard-sanel-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Milone
12.5,Red,Italy,"Light and pretty this Southern Italian shows spicy cola and cherry notes on the nose and palate. It's a bit unfocused as the spicy flavors overtake rather than mesh with the fruity ones, but it has soft tannins and a good overall balance.",Nostalgìa,10,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Al Bano Carrisi 1997 Nostalgìa Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/al-bano-carrisi-1997-nostalgia-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,1997,Al Bano Carrisi
12.5,Red,Italy,"This blend of 80% Primitivo and 20% Sangiovese has widespread appeal, particularly for those who like their wines smoldering and dark. One reviewer described the bouquet of blackberries and smoky wood as “a sweet forest fire”; the same dark fruit and charred oak flavors follow through on the palate and on the back end. Best Buy.",Essenza,9,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Castellani 2000 Essenza Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-2000-essenza-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2000,Castellani
,Red,US,"Starts with an odd aroma of baked, almost burnt pie dough, which is hard to ignore. Thankfully, the flavors are better. Red berries and peppery spices are framed in a lightly tannic, softly acidic, dry wine meant for immediate consumption. It's pretty nice drinking, except for that smell. —S.H.",,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hanna
8.5,White,Germany,,Wehlener Sonnehur Spätlese,23,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2000 Wehlener Sonnehur Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2000-wehlener-sonnehur-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose offers an unusual bouquet of dusty-attic-meets-fresh-asphalt aromas, plus some sweet red berry. Cedar and taut red berry carry through from palate to finish, where there's also a little char. Easy to drink and balanced, but quite typical. Best Buy.",Riserva,10,85,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Taurino 1998 Riserva Negroamaro (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taurino-1998-riserva-italian-red-negroamaro-salice-salentino/,Negroamaro,1998,Taurino
,Red,Italy,"The “vineyard of five oaks” yielded a rich, dark, earthy wine in '96, with sweet notes of molasses, brown sugar and soy sauce. Full-bodied and low in acidity, with plenty of tannin to lose, the question is whether the tannins will ever soften enough to come into balance.",Vigna Cinque Querce,32,85,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Salvatore Molettieri 1996 Vigna Cinque Querce  (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvatore-molettieri-1996-vigna-cinque-querce-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,1996,Salvatore Molettieri
,Red,Tunisia,,Syrah/Carignan,8,85,Tunisia,,,Terrale 2000 Syrah/Carignan Red (Tunisia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrale-2000-syrah-carignan-red/,Red Blend,2000,Terrale
,Red,Italy,"Lean red-berry fruit on the palate has earth and leather accents; the wine opens with similar aromas, plus dried herb and gamy notes. Hefty tannins suggest that it'll be at its best with food. Best Buy.",Grotta Rossa,10,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Santadi 1998 Grotta Rossa  (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santadi-1998-grotta-rossa-grenache-cannonau-sardegna/,Grenache,1998,Santadi
,Red,US,,,,85,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Gabrielli 1999 Sangiovese (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabrielli-1999-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Gabrielli
,Red,Italy,"There's not much in the way of forward fruit here, but this Cab offers plenty of other appealing aspects. Charred oak and dry herbs dominate the palate and the finish; herb, oak, vanilla cream and plum fruit show on the nose.",,48,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia-16836/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Tasca d'Almerita
13.5,Red,Italy,,,48,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Tasca d'Almerita
8.5,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler Alte Badtube Am Doctobergretail Kabinett,21,85,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2000 Bernkasteler Alte Badtube Am Doctobergretail Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2000-bernkasteler-alte-badtube-am-doctobergretail-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
13.5,Red,Italy,"If you like your wine clean and fruity, steer clear of this individualistic effort, which leads off with barnyard and dirty Band-Aid aromas and folds in tar and hummus notes. There are drying tannins that are and crisp acids, plus solid black cherry and plum flavors to hold everything together, so the overall result is a complex, interesting wine that would pair well with full-flavored meat dishes.",Ronco Dei QuatroVenti,28,85,Southern Italy,Cirò Classico,,Fattoria San Francesco 1998 Ronco Dei QuatroVenti  (Cirò Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-san-francesco-1998-ronco-quatroventi-red-ciro-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Fattoria San Francesco
12.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh vegetable aromas and bright blackberry fruit greet you on the nose, and continue on the palate—a very pleasant start. The flavor of sautéed mushrooms blended with spice and juicy blackberries make for a long, seductive finish. Drink in 3-5 years.",Sannio,13,85,Southern Italy,Campania,,Caputo 1999 Sannio Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caputo-1999-sannio-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,1999,Caputo
12.5,White,US,"Mainly that old white standby, French Colombard. It will never make a great wine but this one isn't bad. Sort of like Sauvignon Blanc, filled with tart Meyer lemon fruit flavors and very crisp acidity. It's got a touch of sugar that balances it out nicely. —S.H.",Feliz Creek Cuvee - Estate Select,9,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 2000 Feliz Creek Cuvee - Estate Select White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-2000-feliz-creek-cuvee-estate-select-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,White Blend,2000,Jepson
,Red,US,"Strides down the road to Port, with raisiny, jammy-chocolate and woody scents that turn viscous and sweet in the mouth. An astounding 17.1 percent of alcohol, nearing the legal limit for an unfortified wine, creates heat. Good acidity keeps things from getting flabby. —S.H.",Rhodes Vineyard,26,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 1999 Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1999-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Claudia Springs
,Red,Italy,"Nero d'Avola (80%) gives this a rich, juicy berry flavor and the Syrah (20%) adds backbone and fresh-ground pepper flavors. Interesting and fruit-forward. Best Buy.",Nero D'Avola/Syrah,8,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Terrale 2000 Nero D'Avola/Syrah Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrale-2000-nero-davola-syrah-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2000,Terrale
8.5,White,Germany,,Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett,14,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2000 Ockfener Bockstein Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2000-ockfener-bockstein-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,St. Urbans-Hof
12.5,Red,Italy,"This Frescobaldi/Mondavi Merlot offers sweet raspberry aromas doused in spices (anise, ancho chili, black pepper, cinnamon). On the dry side in the mouth, ordinary black berry fruit competes with char and toast for top billing. Ditto for the finish, which is on the acidic side. Best Buy.",,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Danzante 1999 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/danzante-1999-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,1999,Danzante
13.8,Red,Argentina,"Sweet and soft black cherry aromas are couched in cream and a slight woody heat. On the palate, black berry fruit smolders under earthy, forest-floor flavors. It's a little rough and rustic in the mouth, thanks to a dose of drying tannins. Finishes with more oak and a metallic twinge. —D.M.",Catena Alta,55,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 1999 Catena Alta Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-1999-alta-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Bodega Catena Zapata
12.5,Red,Italy,"Our tasters had varying impressions of this wine's quality, but all agreed it tasted somewhat awkward at present—the cherry-berry fruit vying with horsey, leathery components. It's big, burly and tannic, but while some reviewers felt it had the stuffing to develop positively, others felt the fruit would dry up long before the tannins softened.",Agave,15,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Hauner 1999 Agave Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauner-1999-agave-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1999,Hauner
,Red,US,"Even in Mendocino, growing Pinot Noir on these sunny ridgetops is controversial. This one is certainly ripe and fruity enough, filled with gobs of black raspberry and cherry flavors, and telltale silky tannins. The appellation may yet define itself for the varietal. But for now, as tasty as it is, it seems heavy-handed, and lacks the subtlety delicacy Pinot wants. —S.H.",,30,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 2000 Pinot Noir (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2000-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Pinot Noir,2000,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"This wine is rustic and made country-style but there's something lovable about it, like a big old dog. It's friendly and fun. The tastes are juicy and rich, the texture round and mellow, and although it's no match for your top-notch collector's items, it will do just fine most of the time. 32% Valdiguie, 26% Zinfandel, 29% Pinot Noir and 13% Cabernet Sauvignon. Best Buy. —S.H.",Navarrouge,9,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2000 Navarrouge Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2000-navarrouge-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Red Blend,2000,Navarro
13,Red,Italy,"Burnt caramel and zesty red berries showed a lot of promise on the nose, but the raspberry flavors were a bit one-dimensional on the palate. It finishes with a simple but structured herbal note.",Rocca Rubia Riserva,19,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Cantina Santadi 1998 Rocca Rubia Riserva Red (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-1998-rocca-rubia-riserva-red-sardinia/,Red Blend,1998,Cantina Santadi
13.4,White,US,,,19,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa-16092/,Chardonnay,2000,Canoe Ridge
13.5,White,US,"Here's a wine that is marked by smoky oak and the creamy effect that comes from lees aging. But the underlying fruit is lean and citrusy. You can taste lemons and grapefruits as the liquid sloshes across the palate. It's a very dry wine, the kind that makes you want to put food into your mouth. —S.H.",Starmont,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2000 Starmont Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2000-starmont-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Merryvale
,White,US,"If you like the smell and taste of well-toasted oak barrels you'll flip over this wine. Opens with a blast of char, vanilla, and woody spices. Sweet oak dominates the flavors. Buried under all that wood are peach and apple flavors that straddle the border between dry and off-dry. —S.H.",Abbotts Vineyard,23,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,St. Clement 1999 Abbotts Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1999-abbotts-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,St. Clement
13,Red,US,"Here's an easy -wine that's old fashioned in its rugged earthiness and solid tannins. It's dry, clean and feels good in the mouth. A blend of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, from the Napa and Dry Creek Valleys. —S.H.",Sattui Family Red,13,86,California,California Other,California,V. Sattui 1999 Sattui Family Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-family-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,V. Sattui
13,Red,Italy,"Dark chocolate, Kahlua and toffee flavors mark this dense, syrupy wine. Not overly heavy, it has just enough viscosity to announce its presence in the mouth. Attribute this to the maritime winds of Sardinia, which add to the acidity of the wine. It finishes with olives, leather and tar.",Shardana,21,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Valli di Porto Pino,,Santadi 1996 Shardana  (Valli di Porto Pino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santadi-1996-shardana-red-valli-porto-pino/,Red Blend,1996,Santadi
,Red,Italy,"Fasten your seatbelts—this is one intense wine, packed with sweet, candied berries, near-pain-inducing vanilla oak and screaming acidity. Tolerance for brash, loud flavors is a prerequisite for enjoyment.",,20,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Zenner 1999 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenner-1999-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1999,Zenner
,Red,Italy,Rich earth and green herbs are much more prevalent in the nose than any fruit. Some raspberry flavors do come through in the palate with additional earthiness and soft tannins. This soil-driven style will drink well now or age 2–3 years. Best Buy.,,10,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto 1999 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-1999-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,1999,Moletto
,Red,Italy,Deep earth and toasty aromas of fresh ground coffee prep you for an easy-drinking wine experience. The flavors of chocolate and wild berries make this Merlot a by-the-glass pleasure. Best Buy.,,6,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 2000 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2000-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,2000,Stival
,White,US,"Lean and strongly flavored with a taste of the earth: mineral, slate and subtle hints of apples. The winemaking was hands -on, with partial barrel fermentation and lees aging, but it's still a wine of austerity, at least for Chardonnay. High acidity adds a scour to the finish. —S.H.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Lazy Creek 2000 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-creek-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lazy Creek
13,Red,Italy,"A powerful, rich wine at a great price. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (55%) and Aglianico (45%) offers flavors of chocolate-covered blueberries with a light dusting of oak. The tannins here are full, but integrate well with the fruit. Best Buy.",,11,86,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Tormaresca 2000 Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tormaresca-2000-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2000,Tormaresca
12,Red,Italy,"The nose picks up notes of black ground pepper, oregano, and marjoram. This spice-rack theme continues on the palate, where it's joined by a touch of dark cherries. A dry finish makes this a food-friendly wine.  If you are a spice lover, this is for you.",,20,86,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 2000 Red (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-2000-red-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Red Blend,2000,Mastroberardino
13,Red,Italy,"Okay, so there isn't much fruit to this wine's aromas, which instead focus on smoke, dried oregano and leather, but don't let that deter you from trying this spicy, complex wine. Bright cherry fruit underpins pipe tobacco and cinnamon flavors on the palate, and the wine finishes with dusty tannins.",,20,86,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Paternoster 1997  Aglianico del Vulture,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paternoster-1997-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,1997,Paternoster
,White,US,"This is a bit drier and crisper than many Chards out there today. It has bracing acidity and even some scouring tannins, and what fruit there is veers toward apples and citrus rather than riper peaches. That makes it a food wine, and a very nice one, too. —S.H.",,16,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benziger 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Benziger
13,Red,Italy,"The nose is a bit closed, showing some soil and menthol qualities with little fruit. The herbal and briny flavors are simple, pleasant and uncomplicated, but a bit hollow in the midpalate. A rugged wine, best to drink in 2–3 years.",Immensum,18,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Candido 1998 Immensum Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candido-1998-immensum-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,1998,Candido
,White,US,"Lean and angular, with citrus fruit flavors and tart acidity that lavish oak does little to alleviate. Many of the 2000 North Coast Chards show this lemony profile. It's very dry, with a rasp on the palate that cries out for food, and it's also heady and high in alcohol. —S.H.",,28,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Adastra 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adastra-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Adastra
,White,US,"Smells oaky and sweet, tastes oaky and sweet. Other features include apple and peach flavors, a gingery spiciness and a rich, creamy mouthfeel. It's also round and mellow in the mouth. —S.H.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Anapamu 2000 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Anapamu
,Red,US,"They have a lot of old-vine “minor” varietals left in Mendocino, and this wine comes from some of them. It's probably as good as a Carignane can be, rustically tannic and earthy, bone dry, with piercing acidity and peppery-berry flavors. It's an honest California vin de pays. —S.H.",,14,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis NV Carignane (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-nv-carignan-carignane-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Carignane,,Lolonis
,Red,US,"There's something untamed in this wine. Sturdy and strong, with ripe forest berry flavors and woody notes, it's richly textured, with the feel of a fine wine. A few sweet, raisiny notes mar the finish. —S.H.",Williams Vineyard,26,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Williams Vineyard Zinfandel (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-williams-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Handley
,Red,US,"You can tell from the dark color this is a big wine, and one whiff confirms it. Blackberries and plums, smoke, pepper, leather and anise are just some of the complex scents. It's big and fleshy in the mouth, but seems too extracted, especially for this varietal, which wants a certain austere delicacy. This could easily be a big Merlot. —S.H.",,18,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Eaglepoint Ranch 1999 Sangiovese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eaglepoint-ranch-1999-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Eaglepoint Ranch
13.5,White,US,"Lush and candied, this wine is like liquid apple pie and peach cobbler. Spicy-sweet fruit hits the palate in a creamy texture, with an edge of cinnamon. Fills the mouth with fruit, with decent acidity and some dusty tannins. —S.H.",Reserve,23,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Geyser Peak
8,White,Germany,,Trittenheimer Apothke Spätlese,18,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 2000 Trittenheimer Apothke Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friedrich-wilhelm-gymnasium-2000-trittenheimer-apothke-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium
13.5,White,US,"This Chard is light and refreshing, with hints of pear and peach flavors, framed in tangy citrus notes. Simple and clean. —J.M.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Murphy-Goode
13,Red,Italy,"Smells a bit like fresh veggies—like a clean earthy or dusty character—but also of stone fruits like apricot and peach; aromas and flavors you might find in some Grenache-based wines from the southern Rhône. It's round and full in the mouth, with gritty tannins that give a hard edge to the finish. Best Buy.",Il Viola,11,86,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Tenuta Le Querce 1999 Il Viola  (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-le-querce-1999-il-viola-red-aglianico-vulture/,Red Blend,1999,Tenuta Le Querce
13,Red,Italy,"Buttercream, lemon zest, vanilla—most of the panel found the bouquet on the sweet side. However, some reviewers also saw fresh garden vegetables and earth on the nose. The palate offers blackberry, herb and chocolate flavors, though reviewers were divided as to whether the mouthfeel was cloying or well-balanced. Finishes with lots of herb and ash. One to try for yourself.",Donna Lisa Riserva,30,86,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Leone de Castris 1996 Donna Lisa Riserva Negroamaro (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-1996-donna-lisa-riserva-italian-red-negroamaro-salice-salentino/,Negroamaro,1996,Leone de Castris
,Red,US,"After being purchased by Parducci, this winery continues to craft big, bold, brawny reds from inland county. This release, from vines averaging 35 years of age, is less ripe than in warmer, drier vintages, but is still a kicker. Some sharp clove flavors accompany richer berry notes. It's dry and strong and has lots of Mendocino personality. —S.H.",Old Vines,13,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Hidden Cellars 1998 Old Vines Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1998-old-vines-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1998,Hidden Cellars
,Red,US,"Deep color. Oaky-smoky nose with considerable cassis and black currant. In the mouth, dry, rich and earthy, with not-too-subtle tannins and a real bite of acidity. Has an herbal, sage and tobacco edge to the fruit, and finishes dry and balanced. —S.H.",Riserva d'Argento,32,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1999 Riserva d'Argento Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1999-riserva-dargento-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Brutocao
,Red,US,"From old vines, has deep aromas of coffee, tobacco, cola, plum, black cherry and smoke. It's a big wine, with 15.3 percent alcohol, which it wears well because it's balanced. The fruit is fully ripened and upfront, and surrounded by fairly hefty tannins. —S.H.",Brutocao Vineyards,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1999 Brutocao Vineyards Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1999-vineyards-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1999,Brutocao
,White,US,"From vineyards adjacent to the Russian River bottomlands, a sprightly, tart wine with few of Viognier's exotic floral character, but nonetheless with the lean, zesty flavors of citrus. In fact, it's easy to mistake it for Sauvignon Blanc, and a nice one. The acidity gives the palate a real jolt. You might even try this with shellfish. —S.H.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 2000 Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-2000-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2000,Jepson
,Red,US,"The first estate Syrah from this well-regarded property advances the argument for inland-Mendocino Rhônes. Has good color and extract, and fine structure and balance. But it does seem a bit thin. From the flats near the Russian River; it's a wine to watch. —S.H.",,22,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 2000 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,2000,Jepson
,White,US,"Here's a lean, angular wine that drinks surprisingly tart and lemony, despite sur lies aging and 100% barrel fermentation. Airing reveals notes of pippin apples and a wallop of smoky oak, but the palate impression is acidly citric and dry. A Chardonnay for shellfish? —S.H.",,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Schug
8,White,Germany,,Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese,18,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,St. Urbans-Hof 2000 Ockfener Bockstein Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-urbans-hof-2000-ockfener-bockstein-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,St. Urbans-Hof
,White,US,"A pretty blend of apple, pear, citrus and herb flavors. Medium-bodied and moderate on the finish. —J.M.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Silverado
8.5,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler Alte Badtube Am Doctorberg Auslese,42,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2000 Bernkasteler Alte Badtube Am Doctorberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2000-bernkasteler-alte-badtube-am-doctorberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
11.5,White,US,"A floral nose with lychee nuts and citrus fruits leads to a similarly-flavored, semisweet palate. Blending in 11% Muscat Canelli enhances the natural fruitiness of this wine, which is a very pleasant quaffer by itself or with spicy Asian food. Drink over the next year.",,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 2000 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2000-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Covey Run
13,White,US,"Aromas of green apples and lime peel are accentuated by a lovely floral note that the 12% Semillon brings to this mostly Sauvignon Blanc wine. A smidge of Chenin Blanc helps round out the wine. The grassy herbaceous flavors touched with citrus finish simply, with crisp acidity. A perfect match for shellfish.",,12,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 2000 Fumé Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-other/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Covey Run
13,Red,Italy,"Aromas and flavors of clean blackberry jam, cinnamon and a hint of Grandma's baked cherry pie make an enjoyable, simple libation. Best Buy.",,9,86,Southern Italy,Salento,,Dardano 2000 Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dardano-2000-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,2000,Dardano
,Red,US,"The great grape of Spain's Rioja produces a very soft and fruity wine, with smoky strawberry flavors, and very dry. It has dusty tannins and acidity. Your tongue sticks to the roof of your mouth, suggesting that this wine needs food. There's also a hint of smoked meat in there somewhere. —S.H.",Reserve,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 1998 Reserve Tempranillo (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1998-reserve-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Tempranillo,1998,Boeger
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Toasted almond and vanilla aromas match with continued earth flavors of cedar and a dried dirt. Soil qualities show more prominent than fruit, in a velvety wine with only a little cassis. A well-balanced wine that finishes soft and nonaggressive. —C.S.",Reserva,17,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Terrazas
,White,US,"Another day, another oaky, rich Chard. Or three. You'll find apples and peaches, you'll find spices and creaminess, and you'll find a broad, delicious Chardonnay that says, drink me. It's easy to comply. If you're curious, the Napa Valley AVA. doesn't cover the entire county; hence the appellation. —S.H.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa County,M. Cosentino 2000 Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,2000,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"Very ripe apple and peach fruit stands out in this nice wine. It's got a honeyed richness that extends through the clean, spicy finish. Dry and crisp, it's a great value in a complex, varietally true Chardonnay. —S.H.",,10,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dreyer Sonoma 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreyer-sonoma-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Dreyer Sonoma
13.8,Red,US,"A fleshy-textured, mild-mannered Pinot that offers pleasant cherry, plum and herb flavors up front and a moderate finish. —J.M.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Echelon 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,2000,Echelon
14.5,Red,US,,Reserve,,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Barefoot Cellars 2000 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-2000-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Barefoot Cellars
,Red,US,"Opens with classic aromas of strawberries and smoke, beefsteak tomatoes, crushed hard spices, and vanilla-infused spices suggesting sweetness, although it's a dry wine. The mouthfeel is silky, with red berry flavors uplifted by spicy acids. It's not especially complex, but it's a pretty wine, and easy to drink. —S.H.",Winemaker's Collection,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1999 Winemaker's Collection Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1999-winemakers-collection-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,1999,Jekel
14.5,Red,US,"Dark, saturated and dense, from warm vineyards in the county's inland, this field blend contains Syrah and Petite Sirah. It's very good, as far as brash, young, big wines go. Powerful, wild brambly fruit is fully dry, and the wine is fairly tannic. From Parducci. —S.H.",Reserve,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Zingaro 1999 Reserve Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zingaro-1999-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1999,Zingaro
,White,US,"Lots of smoke and butterscotchy tapioca in the nose, and a spicy, peaches-and-cream sweetness. Drinks very fruity, with ripe peach and citrus flavors and spices, but is very dry and searing with high acids. —S.H.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 2000 Viognier (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-2000-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Viognier,2000,McDowell
13.2,White,US,"Melons come to mind. Sweet honeydew and cantaloupes, spicy and rich, and, a hint of peaches, and something elusively tropical, like breadfruit. Whatever the fruits are, they drink dry, and are suspended in a crisp, clean wine that finishes with just a trace of bitterness. —S.H.",,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 2000 Fumé Blanc (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Lolonis
15,Red,Italy,"Bright mixed berry aromas are revved up even more with lots of black pepper on the nose. A creamy-cheese note from the bouquet carries over onto the palate, where the black fruit is tart and coated with charred-barrel flavors. Finish is dry and long, with lots of oak.",,39,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 1999 Merlot (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-1999-merlot-sicilia/,Merlot,1999,Planeta
13.5,Red,Italy,"This wine has an attractive nose that swims with earth, dates and figs. These jammy dried fruits continue on the palate, joined by stewed tomatoes. This is the perfect wine to pair with pasta in a pommodoro sauce. Campania is an agricultural region known for its delicious tomatoes, and wines from the region will naturally match.",Riserva,36,87,Southern Italy,Ischia,,Pietratorcia 1998 Riserva Red (Ischia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietratorcia-1998-riserva-red-ischia/,Red Blend,1998,Pietratorcia
,White,US,"Peaches, pears and herbs run the roost in this medium-bodied wine. It's fresh and clean on the finish, and ends on a lemon-lime note. —J.M.",The Malibu Estate,22,87,California,South Coast,Malibu-Newton Canyon,Rosenthal 2000 The Malibu Estate Chardonnay (Malibu-Newton Canyon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenthal-2000-malibu-estate-chardonnay-south-coast-malibu-newton-canyon/,Chardonnay,2000,Rosenthal
,Red,US,"Bright cherry, spice and herb notes lead the way here in this medium bodied wine. An herbal edge frames the finish. —J.M.",,65,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Silverado 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Silverado
,White,US,"Aims for the fences with ripe fruit, and certainly with oak. In fact the barrels dominate, giving peppery, spicy, vanilla notes and that unmistakable oaky flavor. It's a pretty wine, and a big one, but you wish they'd let the fruit speak for itself. Still, it will impress a lot of people. —S.H.",Spring Ridge Vineyard Amphitheater Block,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Varner 2000 Spring Ridge Vineyard Amphitheater Block Chardonnay (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varner-2000-spring-ridge-vineyard-amphitheater-block-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Varner
,White,US,"A bit earthy for fans of brightly fruity coastal Chards, but nice enough, and there's plenty of toasted oak to frame the tobacco, dried leaf and citrus flavors. It's also quite a bit drier than coastal versions, and is versatile enough for a range of foods. —S.H.",Dos Vinedos Cuvee Coastal Reserve,10,87,California,South Coast,South Coast,Thornton 2000 Dos Vinedos Cuvee Coastal Reserve Chardonnay (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-2000-vinedos-cuvee-coastal-reserve-chardonnay-south-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Thornton
13,Red,Italy,"This “exceptionally bright” purple-colored Primitivo's nose offers understated cola and black pepper aromas and superripe blackberry flavors, dusted with a little dirt, on the palate. More of the same brightness shows through on the finish, couched in some chocolate and cocoa flavors. Best Buy.",,9,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Feudo Monaci 2000 Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-monaci-2000-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2000,Feudo Monaci
13.5,Red,Italy,"The aromas of red cherries and gingersnaps carry a distinctive hint of bitter almonds. Supple and plush in the mouth, the fleshy black cherry flavors fan out smoothly across the palate. A blend of Negroamaro and Primitivo.",Rosso Salento,8,87,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Promessa 2000 Rosso Salento Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/promessa-2000-rosso-salento-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2000,Promessa
,White,US,"Richer than this winery's other two current releases, in terms of lavish oak, but still curiously lean in fruit. Lemons and grapefruits form the underlying theme. French oak adds vanilla, smoke and spicy sweetness, but a lean tartness persists throughout. Yet it's impeccable in its way. —S.H.",Heritage Reserve,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 2000 Heritage Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-2000-heritage-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Schug
12,Red,Italy,"Six months of aging in Slavonian oak has imparted a delicate cedary sheen to the juicy black-cherry flavors.  Balancing acidity prevents it from being just another fruit bomb, and it develops some intriguing leather notes with air.  Made of 90% Nero d'Avola, with 10% other mixed indigenous varieties, and from a small (five hectare) estate, this is just one example of why Sicily is a hotbed for bargain hunters.  Modern technology and careful viticulture combined with hot sunny weather and unique grapes are yielding great wines at great prices.",,12,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Colosi 1999 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colosi-1999-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1999,Colosi
13.6,Red,Argentina,"Made in a woody style, but there's enough sweet blackberry fruit to compensate. Scents of toasty oak and a hint of menthol waft from the glass; oak adds cinnamon and other dried spices to the palate. Juicy, lemony acids keep the flavors lively through the finish. —J.C.",Catena Agrelo,20,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Catena Zapata 1999 Catena Agrelo Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-catena-zapata-1999-catena-agrelo-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bodega Catena Zapata
13.5,White,US,"Starting with a creamy, toasty, tropical-fruit nose, this 50% barrel-fermented Chardonnay has flavors of honeydew and oranges layered with hazelnuts and vanilla cream. There is a lush mouthfeel that finishes smooth but clean. Drink by itself or with chicken and lighter foods.",,12,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Covey Run
,Red,US,"A a lip-smackingingly good, limited edition Bordeaux blend from a veteran producer. It's as ripe as can be, very gentle and filled with juicy berry flavors. The upfront fruit is packaged in soft tannins, while acids seem stronger than Napa-Sonoma. The wine has real bite.",John H. Parducci Signature Series Mendotage,35,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McNab Ridge 1999 John H. Parducci Signature Series Mendotage Meritage (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-1999-john-h-parducci-signature-series-mendotage-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Meritage,1999,McNab Ridge
,White,US,"From a little vineyard in Philo, this wine has been fermented to absolute dryness, which is rare in a Gewürz. Thus, the acidity is unrelieved, and it's high. Fruit? Try hints of peach, with earthy herbs. It's a fierce wine, a connoisseur's wine. Something this dry and intense needs food to soften it. The winemaker recommends foie gras. —S.H.",Barrel #9,27,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Lazy Creek 1999 Barrel #9 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-creek-1999-barrel-9-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Lazy Creek
,Dessert,US,"From a longtime Redwood Valley grower, a  white dessert wine, brimming with peach and apricot flavors that are well-defined and bright. It's pretty sweet. Congratulations on the acidity, which is penetrating, and does a good job of balancing the sugars. —S.H.",,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Barra 1999 Muscat Canelli (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-1999-muscat-canelli-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Muscat Canelli,1999,Barra
12.5,Red,Italy,"Dusty black cherries, with cayenne and licorice aromas, give way to a mouth full of sopressata and tart cherries. The finish is dry and a bit brief, but the wine is versatile in that it can be enjoyed by itself, or with roasted meat.",Cecubo,28,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Villa Matilde 1999 Cecubo Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-1999-cecubo-red-campania/,Red Blend,1999,Villa Matilde
,Red,US,Dark raspberry and cherry flavors are wrapped in licorice and toasty oak. The finish is spicy and bright with a hint of tar and herbs. —J.M.,Fra Due Terre,35,87,California,California Other,California,Il Ponte 1999 Fra Due Terre Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-ponte-1999-fra-due-terre-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1999,Il Ponte
,White,US,"Very ripe and spicy, the fruit dominates all other aspects. Peaches and cream flavors are rich and delicious, while oak contributes spice, sweetness and smoke. A long, semi-sweet finish adds interest. This is a crowd-pleasing Chardonnay made to appeal to the widest possible audience. —S.H.",,19,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Hanna
,White,US,"You might mistake this for Chardonnay, with the apple and peach flavors, vanilla and oak flavorings, and complexities from what seems like lees aging. It flatters the palate with semi-sweet fruit and rich, almost candied creaminess, but has a refreshing acidity that prevents it from being cloying. —S.H.",,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra 1999 Pinot Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-1999-pinot-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Barra
13.7,Red,US,"Light in color and weight, with spicy cherry and cranberry flavors, bright acids and silky tannins. It's a racy wine, quite dry but filled with sunny flavor. It's a bit light in the middle palate. —S.H.",,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"From Boonville vineyards. A big, precocious Pinot, this doesn't offer subtlety, but hits the palate with extracted, jammy flavors, and feels a bit thick. Fortunately, good acidity provides structural balance. Other features include dryness and silky tannins. Judging by size, it may be a cellar candidate. —S.H.",,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Claudia Springs 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Claudia Springs
13.5,Red,US,"A pleasant Pinot that harbors pretty cherry, herb and licorice flavors framed in charry oak. The finish is on the bright side. —J.M.",Pinnacles,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Estancia 2000 Pinnacles Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2000-pinnacles-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,2000,Estancia
13.5,Red,Italy,"Fresh berries and sweet cream accented with black pepper are found in the nose of this Sicilian Syrah. Tar, creosote and succulent blackberries burst on the palate. A wine with this much fruit would normally be perceived as sweet, but its complexity saves the day.",Sole di Sesta,38,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 1999 Sole di Sesta Syrah (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-1999-sole-sesta-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sicilia/,Syrah,1999,Cottanera
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Flavors of coffee and pine tar interact with aromas of cedar, varnish and coconut. This wine has huge oak that will need time to integrate. The potential is there, but will there be any fruit when the oak settles? Drink in 3–10 years. —C.S.",Iscay,50,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 1999 Iscay Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-1999-iscay-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,1999,Trapiche
13.5,White,US,"Toasty oak, citrus, peach and pear flavors find their stride in this medium-bodied wine. Though not seamless, it serves up plenty of bold character. —J.M.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Valley of the Moon
13.6,White,US,"From this cool-climate region, a crisp, dry wine that veers toward apple flavors. It feels lively and perky in the mouth, with good acids that come from chilly weather. A touch of oak adds spicy nuances. It's a good value in a lean Chardonnay. —S.H.",Gravelstone,11,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 2000 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-2000-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Jekel
13.6,Red,US,"Clean, vivid cherry and raspberry notes are framed in somewhat rustic tannins. A pretty core of olive and herb runs through it for added complexity. The wine finishes moderately with a hint of dryness. Made from Spain's classic red variety. —J.M.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Stevenot 1999 Tempranillo (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-1999-tempranillo-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Tempranillo,1999,Stevenot
,White,US,"This wine may have the highest acidity of any California Chardonnay on the market, to judge by the mouthfeel. Boom—a real blast of tartness. The fruit is lean, even austere, and from the aroma to the finish there's a steely, mineral note. Call it Chablis-like. It's well made and clean and needs the right foods. —S.H.",,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Esterlina 1999 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-1999-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Esterlina
,Red,US,"Inky-purple in color, with deep aromas of plums, violets, earth and a touch of smoked meat. Tastes very extracted and jammy, with dark stone fruit flavors, although it's quite dry. Tannins are evident but not a problem. A well-made example of this variety, which is usually lost into blends. —S.H.",,17,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Yorkville Cellars 1998 Malbec (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1998-malbec-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Malbec,1998,Yorkville Cellars
13.5,White,US,"Tastes like orange cream yogurt, full of rich, bold tangerine, vanilla, honey and smoke, and creamy-smooth in texture. What's not to like? Made in the popular style, and with grace, style and finesse. —S.H.",,9,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 2000 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,2000,Parducci
,White,US,"Jepson's Sauvignon Blancs have long been lauded as among Mendocino's best. Grown along the Russian River, on the flatlands, it's typically racy and crisp. This version is richer and perhaps oakier than in the past, and emphasizes melon flavors over raw citrus. It has the weight of a Chardonnay, and is clearly designed to go with fine foods. —S.H.",,11,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-2000-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Jepson
13.9,White,US,"A pleasing and delicate wine, with hints of pear, apple and citrus flavors. The ensemble is framed by light toast and herbs. Moderate on the finish. —J.M.",,22,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 2000 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-2000-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,2000,Acacia
13.5,White,US,,Oakville Estate,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1999 Oakville Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1999-oakville-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Franciscan
13.5,Red,US,"This classic Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (43%), Merlot (42%) and Cabernet Franc (15%) shows a dusty, earthy nose with hints of lead pencil and black raspberries. Caramel and blackberry flavors balance soft tannins for a velvety finish. This wine has enough acidity to match with Salmon and enough richness for grilled meats. Best Buy.",,11,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Covey Run
,Red,US,"Delightful to drink, with its ripe berry flavors, dry light tannins, and soft acidity. There's a sleekness and delicacy that will match all kinds of foods. It's not a big wine or terribly complicated, but it's very drinkable, an all-purpose wine. An American Chianti that won't let you down. —S.H.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1998 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1998-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1998,Silverado
13.5,Red,Italy,"With its powerful aromas of toast and caramel, lush but indistinct black fruit flavors and soft, ripe tannins framed by oak, this could be the poster child for the “international” style. It may not be the most individual or distinctive wine, but our panel enjoyed it for its sheer lusciousness and pure hedonism.",Rosso Di Costanza,26,88,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Tenuta Le Querce 1999 Rosso Di Costanza  (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-le-querce-1999-rosso-costanza-red-aglianico-vulture/,Red Blend,1999,Tenuta Le Querce
13.5,Red,Argentina,,Ancon,25,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Estancia 2000 Ancon Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2000-ancon-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Estancia
13.5,Red,US,"This rich, ripe wine explodes with juicy cassis fruit. It shows fine concentration and plenty of spicy oak. Masterful winemaking; there's a beautiful sense of balance and just flat-out gorgeous fruit. Canoe Ridge is on a roll, and wines of this caliber are rare at this price. Editors' Choice.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Canoe Ridge
,Red,US,"The flagship of La Famiglia, this represents a supreme effort to perfect Sangiovese in California. Dry berry fruit is wrapped in soft acids and low tannins that make for elegant drinking. It's a good wine but struggles to find complexity and nuance. Yet Colmera is a wine to watch. Contains 83% Sangiovese, with 14% Syrah and 3% Teroldego. —S.H.",Colmera,45,88,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1998 Colmera Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1998-colmera-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1998,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
13.7,White,US,"From well-groomed vineyards along the western foothills in Hopland, an expressive Viognier that titillates with exotic notes, but doesn't veer into eccentricity. You'll like the fresh, clean apple, citrus, peach, spice and tropical fruit notes, and the acids are brilliant. They etch their way into the palate, underscoring the fruity flavors. —S.H.",,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2000 Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2000-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,2000,Bonterra
,Red,US,,,24,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Raye's Hill 1998 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rayes-hill-1998-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Raye's Hill
13,White,US,"Peach, melon, citrus and spice leave a bright and attractive finish here. Honeyed, toasty notes wrap it up. —J.M.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 2000 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Morgan
13.5,Red,Italy,One of the most Zinfandel-like Primitivos we've tried (the grapes are alleged to be identical). Perhaps it's the result of California-trained winemaker Mark Shannon's influence. Bright raspberry fruit is intertwined seamlessly with darker berries and a touch of black tea and herbs. The velvety texture is a special treat.,,10,88,Southern Italy,Puglia,,A Mano 2000 Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-mano-2000-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2000,A Mano
13,Red,Italy,,,24,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Cerasuolo di Vittoria,,Valle dell'Acate 1999  Cerasuolo di Vittoria,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-1999-red-cerasuolo-vittoria/,Red Blend,1999,Valle dell'Acate
,Red,US,"Smooth and sleek, with ripe cherry, plum, herb and toast flavors. Bright, yet long on the finish. Quite nice—and you really can't beat the price.  —J.M.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chariot 2000 Sangiovese (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chariot-2000-sangiovese-central-coast/,Sangiovese,2000,Chariot
14,White,US,"Toasty pear, apple and citrus flavors are prevalent in this bright, textured, refreshing wine. A mineral edge adds complexity and interest, finishing bright and fresh. —J.M.",,23,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos du Val
14,White,US,"Vivaciously bright, with pretty pear, apple, citrus and herb flavors couched in a tangy-edged body. Fresh on the finish. —J.M.",,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Frog's Leap
13.5,Red,US,"Made lean, with sage, oregano and other dried herb aromas and flavors, with a streak of blackberry on the palate. Softly tannic, with a nice overlay of rich oak. This quaffable, balanced wine has moderate alcohol and is well-suited for the table. Best Buy. —S.H.",,9,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Parducci
,White,US,"If you're looking for a California Riesling that's a worthy rival to German ones, try this wine. Clean, zesty aromas of wildflowers, apples and lime lead to racy fruit flavors underscored by very high acidity. There's a tangy minerality that makes it feel steely and firm. It's not bone dry, but close enough. Call it California Spatlese. —S.H.",,14,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2000 White Riesling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2000-riesling-white-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,White Riesling,2000,Navarro
13.6,White,US,"From Fetzer's organic offshoot winery, a terrific Chard despite a lean austerity. You won't get much more than citrus, maybe green apple, in the fruit department, but the wine is so well structured and clean, it creates interest. Oak and lees are prominant but not overwhelming. —S.H.",,15,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 2000 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Bonterra
,Red,Italy,"Soft tannins along with vivid flavors of blackberries and spice make this a wonderful, effortless wine.",,12,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Morgante 1999 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgante-1999-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1999,Morgante
13.8,White,US,"Quite bright and lemony, with a tangy mineral core that's backed by green apple, pear, melon and herb notes. Toasty oak frames the ensemble, which is zippy on the finish. —J.M.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barnett 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Barnett
13.5,White,US,"Ripe pear, melon, citrus and apple form the core of this robust Chardonnay. It's full-bodied, somewhat toasty, and tangy-rich at the end. A mineral edge adds balance. —J.M.",Pinnacles,13,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Estancia 2000 Pinnacles Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-2000-pinnacles-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,2000,Estancia
,White,US,"Beginning to show its age, with the floral, tropical fruit notes just starting to take on more intricate shades of coconut, hazlenut, and crême bruée, with a very telltale fino-Sherry finish. It's dry and a bit eccentric, calling for careful food pairing. —S.H.",Sangiacomo Vineyards,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benziger 1998 Sangiacomo Vineyards Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-sangiacomo-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Benziger
13.5,Red,Italy,"Distinctive gamy, cigar box and saddle leather aromas give this wine rustic appeal. It's fat and a bit tannic in the mouth with unpolished leather, tobacco and cherry flavors. Well structured, it's just a bit low in acidity but finishes nicely with lingering leather and tobacco flavors.",Portulano,15,88,Southern Italy,Salento,,Rosa Del Golfo 1997 Portulano Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-golfo-1997-portulano-red-salento/,Red Blend,1997,Rosa Del Golfo
,Red,Italy,"This wine has a lovely, dark, sweet nose of plums and cassis accented with toasted oak and a touch of dill. It's all there in the mouth as well. A delicious wine that will appeal to both the New World and Old World palates. Best Buy.",,13,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Terre di Genestra 1999 Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-genestra-1999-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1999,Terre di Genestra
,Red,US,"Could be the most expensive Sangiovese in California. It's surely interesting and complex. Very dry, with layers of tobacco, pepper, sage and black cherry flavors, but it's not a fruit-driven wine. Has a dusty layer of strong tannins, but is accessible enough for immediate enjoyment with rich, oily foods. The finish is bitter, tart and dry. —S.H.",Reserve,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Luna 1999 Reserve Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-1999-reserve-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Luna
13.6,White,US,"A steely- clean style, with mineral and citrus overtones. This firm, structured wine offers a refreshing, brisk quaff with a moderate finish of lemon, apple and herbs. —J.M.",,23,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Stuhlmuller Vineyards 1999 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuhlmuller-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Stuhlmuller Vineyards
,Red,US,"How do they get such a beautifully balanced, dry wine when the alcohol is—gasp—16%? The answer is, perfect balance between fruit, tannins, sugar and alcohol. The wine heats the palate, but not excessively. This is a lesson in how to control Zin when the sugar at harvest runs away. —S.H.",Vassar Vineyard,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 1999 Vassar Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1999-vassar-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Claudia Springs
,Red,US,"From a small family winery and vineyards in Hopland, a good example of this sun-ripened, full-bodied varietal. It's a big, inky wine with aromas of blackberry jam and freshly crushed black peppercorns. The flavors are enormous and extracted and jammy, but it's a dry wine, with 14.5 percent alcohol. It's a fine, robust wine and a quintessential Mendo big red. —S.H.",,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Mendocino Hill 1999 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-hill-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,1999,Mendocino Hill
14,Red,Italy,"Plum, grilled meat and arugula aromas preface black fruit and animal-earthy flavors on the palate. Tannins aren't too aggressive, and the mouthfeel is round and smooth. Finishes a bit on the dry side, but with juicy fruit. A blend of 70% Merlot, 30% Nero d'Avola. Best Buy.",La Segreta,16,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 2000 La Segreta Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-2000-segreta-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2000,Planeta
14,Red,Italy,"On the first satisfying whiff, close your eyes and you're in a stable, full of sweaty and leather tack. The impression continues in the mouth, joined by mature flavors of dried fruit. This is a terrific, brawny dinner wine. Pair it with roasted meats.",Tuvara,35,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Alberto Loi 1995 Tuvara Red (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberto-loi-1995-tuvara-red-sardinia/,Red Blend,1995,Alberto Loi
13.5,Red,Italy,"A predominately Cabernet-based wine (90%), this has a likable floral and medicinal nose, accented with char and toast. The tannins are huge and suck the moisture out of your mouth. Premium drinkablity is an additional 2–3 years away.",Litra,40,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 1998 Litra Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-1998-litra-cabernet-sauvignon-sicilia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
14.1,White,US,"Well structured, with classy toast and vanilla notes framing the core of melon, pear and citrus flavors. Bright and fresh on the finish. —J.M.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edgewood 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgewood-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Edgewood
13.5,Red,Italy,"A single-vineyard wine that's mostly Primitivo—blended with small amounts of Montepulciano, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot—this is the big brother to Felline's Primitivo di Manduria. The red berry flavors are ratcheted up a notch and pick up some peach and apricot notes of sur-maturité. Some time in barrique has imparted creamy milk chocolate, vanilla flavors and fine tannins to the finish. Try in 2–3 years.",Vigna Del Feudo,28,88,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Felline 2000 Vigna Del Feudo Red (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felline-2000-vigna-feudo-red-puglia/,Red Blend,2000,Felline
,Dessert,US,,,12,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,McNab Ridge 1999 Muscat Canelli (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-1999-muscat-canelli-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Muscat Canelli,1999,McNab Ridge
,Red,US,"From this increasingly well-regarded appellation, a Pinot showcasing bright, pure and focused raspberry, mint and spicy cola flavors in a wonderfully light, silky texture. It really is elegant and creamy on the palate, and high acidity provides a crisp counterpoint. —S.H.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Savannah-Chanelle 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,2000,Savannah-Chanelle
14,Red,Italy,"Cherry, licorice and floral notes on the nose continue with a spicy, juicy fruit that integrates well on the palate. The finish is bone dry.",Josto Miglior - Riserva,32,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Jerzu Antichi Poderi 1998 Josto Miglior - Riserva  (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jerzu-antichi-poderi-1998-josto-miglior-riserva-grenache-cannonau-sardegna/,Grenache,1998,Jerzu Antichi Poderi
13.5,Red,US,"From a producer who believes that these sunny ridgetops are amenable to Bordeaux varietals, this offering makes a good case. It easily attained the necessary ripeness, with huge berry flavors. These ridges also develop acids. Doesn't quite hit excellence, but a wine and producer worth watching. —S.H.",Estate Bottled,24,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 1998 Estate Bottled Merlot (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1998-estate-bottled-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Merlot,1998,Greenwood Ridge
,White,US,"What a pretty wine, with its spiced green apple flavors and lush, crisp flavors. Fully ripened fruit fills the mouth in a burst of sunshiney sweetness, although it drinks dryish. The finish is chockful of oriental spices. —S.H.",Dutton Ranch,24,89,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Sebastopol 1999 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-1999-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Sebastopol
14.5,Red,US,Cherry and plum flavors are backed by complex earth and herb tones. This richly textured Pinot finishes with depth and grace. —J.M.,Paragon,23,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 2000 Paragon Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-2000-paragon-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Edna Valley Vineyard
13,Red,Argentina,,Q,22,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 1999 Q Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-1999-q-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Zuccardi
,Red,US,"Simply delicious, in that fleshy, supple way Merlot was meant to be ripe, mellow and soft. A delightful aroma of berries and smoke leads to mingled flavors of blackberries, chocolate and clove. There's a delicacy of body that complements the upfront flavors of this value wine. Best Buy. —S.H.",,10,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 1999 Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-1999-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,1999,Parducci
,White,US,"Smooth, creamy and sensual on the palate, the wine is redolent of pear, melon, spice and vanilla, finishing clean and fresh, with subtle, lemony notes. Long at the end. —J.M.",,24,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Girard 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Girard
13.4,Red,US,"Smoky, tarry, licorice notes are firmly in evidence in this dark, rich and smooth wine. Black currant and cherry flavors are at the core. On the finish there is a hint of bitterness. —J.M.",Moon Mountain Reserve,65,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Carmenet 1999 Moon Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1999-moon-mountain-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Carmenet
,Red,US,"No mistaking the tomato, mushroom, red raspberry and cinnamon aromas, or the red berry flavors and silky texture. It's classic Pinot, and while it's not a big wine or an ageable one, it's very well-crafted, with enough elegance to grace white tablecloths. —S.H.",Elias,40,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2000 Elias Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2000-elias-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Hanna
,Red,Italy,"From the Colmello vineyard, this Bordeaux blend has an addictive nose of milk chocolate, clove and pine needles. Toasty flavors amid vanilla cream and raspberries are accented by an underlying earthiness. There is a complex structure that finishes soft yet rich, with velvety tannins.",Colmello Rosso,20,89,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto 1998 Colmello Rosso Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-1998-colmello-rosso-red-veneto/,Red Blend,1998,Moletto
13,Red,Italy,"Mondeuse is the varietal in this one, from a line of Cottanera wines. Great color extraction in this blue-black wine. It delivers in the nose with intense blackberry and plum fruit. A modern-styled and gorgeous fruit palate drops in the middle, but finishes juicy and full.",L'Ardenza,38,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 1999 L'Ardenza Mondeuse (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-1999-lardenza-other-red-mondeuse-sicilia/,Mondeuse,1999,Cottanera
14.1,White,US,"Toasty oak and earth tones form a baseline here, with pear, apple, lemon, melon and herb flavors issuing forth on the palate. The wine's a bit cloudy, and is slightly astringent on the palate, but still offers complexity and finesse to the end. —J.M.",Vanumanutagi Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 1999 Vanumanutagi Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1999-vanumanutagi-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1999,Clos La Chance
13.5,Red,US,"The Syrah grape seems to be finding a niche in Washington. The hot days and cool nights emulate those of the Rhône Valley, retaining acids in the grapes. Plums, currants and fresh-vegetable aromas lead into a mouthful of fleshy dark fruits, leather and a slight gamy quality. Full but well integrated tannins balance the juicy acidity to provide a rich, enjoyable finish. Best Buy.",Barrel Select,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1998 Barrel Select Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,Covey Run
12,Red,Italy,"On the nose, roasted red berry, stable and spice aromas predominate. On the palate, juicy blackberries and dusted cinnamon flavors are cleaned by bright acidity. This Nero d'Avola is an excellent  by-the-glass selection.",Poggio Bidini,11,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2000 Poggio Bidini Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2000-poggio-bidini-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,2000,Valle dell'Acate
13,Red,Italy,Big berries and char are predominant on the nose. Tar and dried fruit on the palate transition nicely to a lingering finish. This is a succulent wine that will mellow with age.,Terre Brune,37,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Santadi 1997 Terre Brune Carignane (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santadi-1997-terre-brune-carignan-carignane-sardinia/,Carignane,1997,Santadi
13.5,Red,Italy,"This complex but modern blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Gaglioppo features plenty of toasty oak, red berries and vanilla with a honeyed overlay that's akin to maple syrup. The fruit turns darker in the mouth, developing blueberry and blackberry flavors. A long, tangy finish bodes well for short-term (2–4 years) aging.",Gravello,29,89,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Librandi 1998 Gravello Red (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-1998-gravello-red-calabria/,Red Blend,1998,Librandi
,White,US,"A lemony Chardonnay that serves up snappy mineral, pear, apple and mango notes with a clean, fresh finish. Well balanced and elegant. —J.M.",,19,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Sanford 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,2000,Sanford
,Red,US,"Anderson Valley's premier producer turns to inland for fifty year old vines and the heat to ripen them. They got plenty ripe this vintage, with deep, impressive berry and fruit flavors and accents like chocolate and rum. It's a little soft, but okay. Sixteen percent alcohol is heady, but the wine handles it well, and has been fermented to full dryness. —S.H.",Old Vine,25,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 2000 Old Vine Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2000-old-vine-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2000,Navarro
,Red,US,"A most interesting wine, and one that has a lot to teach aficionados of overextracted fruit and oak. It doesn't need those props, because it has enough vitality on its own. It's earthy, mushroomy and strawberry-plummy, and tastes like a mélange of those elements sautèed in olive oil. Dry tannins let you appreciate the flavors and structure. —S.H.",,19,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 1999 Mourvèdre (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1999-mourvedre-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Mourvèdre,1999,Navarro
,Red,US,"The winery is quite proud of this wine, and with good reason. Some coastal Sangioveses are light and jammy, but not this one. It's a big, sturdy, rich wine, and the fruity-berry flavors are outstanding. Strikes a nice balance between fruit and herbal-tobacco notes. Upfront tannins suggest short-term aging. —S.H.",,18,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Mendocino Hill 1999 Sangiovese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-hill-1999-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Mendocino Hill
,White,US,,,16,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Lazy Creek 2000 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-creek-2000-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Lazy Creek
14,White,US,"Extreme lees-aging seems to dominate this wine. Those mealy, yogurty aromas and flavors persist into the finish. The aroma is also marked strongly by mint and sage that may come from the oak. Otherwise, ripe apple, peach fruit and dense oak are present. But the wine's eccentricity is its most notable feature. —S.H.",Dutton Ranch,35,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Sebastiani
13.5,Red,US,"Spicy vanilla and black cherry aromas are seductive here in this sleek, smooth, medium-bodied red blend, consisting of Caberent, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Toasty oak and smoky, firm tannins support the ensemble, which finishes on a bright note. —J.M.",Cuvee de la Luna,25,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1998 Cuvee de la Luna Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1998-cuvee-luna-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,1998,Valley of the Moon
,Red,Italy,"Two of Italy's greatest wine consultants have worked their genius at this property: first Giacomo Tachis and, starting in 2000, Riccardo Cotarella. A blend of 80% Nero d'Avola and 20% Merlot, Passomaggio boasts lush cherry and berry fruit married elegantly to cedar and vanilla accented by mocha and dried spices.",Passomaggio,14,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 1998 Passomaggio Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-1998-passomaggio-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1998,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
,White,US,"Kicks off with passion fruit and citrus aromas, later to reveal a riveting core of bright lemon, lime, melon, fig and green apple flavors. Sleek and round-textured, the wine is refreshing to the finish. —J.M.",,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Girard
,Red,US,"Much richer and denser than most Italian Dolcettos, the wine is framed in firm, ripe tannins and backed by ripe, cherry, black currant, spice and vanilla tones. Beautifully balanced, long and lovely at the end. —J.M.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Chariot 2000 Dolcetto (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chariot-2000-italian-red-dolcetto-central-coast/,Dolcetto,2000,Chariot
13,White,US,"Always rich and toasty, Bouchaine's '99 drinks bright and ripe. There are white peach and tropical fruit flavors dusted with crushed oriental spices, and the whole is framed in well-charred oak. This is a fat, lush, creamy Chardonnay, polished and satisfying. —S.H.",,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Bouchaine
,White,US,"Hang onto your hat with this fruit-forward, honeyed wine, filled with oak, spices and sweetness. It's a big, wild kicker, and calls for equally rich foods, like lobster, butter, saffron or cream. Almost a meal in itself. —S.H.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,27,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Joullian 1999 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-1999-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Joullian
13,Red,Italy,"This New Wave wine from Sicily is a blend of 70% Nero d'Avola, 20% Syrah and 10% Merlot. Aromas of vanilla buttercream, cedar, cinnamon and clove make one wonder if the fruit has been oaked into submission, but the bright cherry fruit shines on the palate and lingers through the tart, smooth finish. Soft enough to drink now, but should get better through at least 2005 and drink well until 2010.",Montenero,34,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Abbazia Santa Anastasia 1998 Montenero Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbazia-santa-anastasia-1998-montenero-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1998,Abbazia Santa Anastasia
,Red,US,"Attractive aromas of cedar and blueberries are layered with pine and tar. Flavors of toasted almond, milk chocolate and juicy blueberries make this full-bodied yet elegant. —C.S.",,45,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Topel 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topel-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Topel
13.5,White,US,"From a famous, pioneering vineyard on these ridges, a distinctive wine marked by extraordinary acidity, so high that the finish burns. That tartness nicely complements the austere apple fruit. Standard Burgundian winemaking adds the usual rich, creamy complexities. Strives to define its own regional style, and does so with persistent interest. —S.H.",Du Pratt Vineyard,24,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 1999 Du Pratt Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1999-pratt-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Chardonnay,1999,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"This is the kind of muscular but gentle wine inland Mendocino is betting on. Deep flavors of plums, berries and herbs, extracted and bold, but the wine is well balanced and not too alcoholic. It's fun to taste such rich flavor without having the wine be ponderous. A fine wine, and one that captures Petite's scrappy character. —S.H.",Eaglepoint Ranch,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Edmeades 1999 Eaglepoint Ranch Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1999-eaglepoint-ranch-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,1999,Edmeades
,Red,US,"They call the coldest, westernmost part of the valley the deep end, and presumably this wine comes from there. It's pretty good stuff. Robust and silky, to begin with. Feels fine in the mouth. You want to swirl it around and enjoy the raspberry-cherry flavors. A bite of acidity finishes it. Fabulous with crostini and olive tapenade. —S.H.",Deep End,38,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2000 Deep End Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2000-deep-end-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Navarro
,Red,US,"Dark in color and dense in aroma, with plummy, blackberry, woody notes. Tastes big and rich and deep, a wine to accompany roasted meat and game. This winery is making an attempt to establish itself as a first-growth Zin house, and bears watching. —S.H.",,31,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Mariah 1999 Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariah-1999-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1999,Mariah
13,Red,Italy,"An inky, bright purple color lures you into the glass. Your nose will find aromas of buttercream frosting, spice and sweet toasted oak. On the mouth, fleshy plums, candy apples and blackberry jam make this a complex wine. Made from century-old prephylloxera Carignano vines, plus a touch of Shiraz.",Shardana,24,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Valli di Porto Pino,,Cantina Santadi 1997 Shardana  (Valli di Porto Pino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-santadi-1997-shardana-red-valli-porto-pino/,Red Blend,1997,Cantina Santadi
14,Red,Italy,"If you love sweet dark fruit—indeed, if the word “carnival” appeals to you when applied to wine—this is a keeper. Aromas of pine trees and cloves are echoed in the mouth with candy apple flavors, big dark fruit concentration and cotton candy. It's a triumph of a certain style.",Santa Cecilia,39,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Planeta 1999 Santa Cecilia Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/planeta-1999-santa-cecilia-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1999,Planeta
14.1,Red,US,"Bright, briary black cherry, raspberry, earth and herb flavors give this medium bodied wine a refreshing, yet complex, expression of fine Carneros Pinot Noir. Plush, yet clean on the finish. —J.M.",,32,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Truchard
14.3,White,US,"Somewhat tightly wound, the wine nonetheless shows fine integration of its complex flavors, redolent of lemon, melon, pear, grapefruit, herb and toast. On the finish, it's bright, fresh and long. —J.M.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cuvaison 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Cuvaison
13.5,Red,Italy,"There's plenty of complexity in the nose, with creamy cassis and cocoa plus a light dusting of oak. The flavors are welcomed with soft tannins and a chalky mouthfeel, altogether a memorable performance from this blend of indigenous Nero Mascalese and Nero d'Avola grapes.",Fatagione,25,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 1999 Fatagione Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-1999-fatagione-italian-red-nerello-mascalese-sicilia/,Nerello Mascalese,1999,Cottanera
13.8,Red,US,"Bright cherry, strawberry, spice and herb flavors make a very enjoyable blend in this fresh, young Pinot. Smooth and long on the finish. —J.M.",Lindleys' Knoll,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1999 Lindleys' Knoll Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1999-lindleys-knoll-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Davis Bynum
13.8,White,US,"This is the leanest and tightest of Kunde's trio of single-vineyard offerings. It's laced with citrus flavors, tart and minerally, and it drinks crisply clean and refreshing. The finish is tart and lemony. Try with shellfish, or a grilled trout. —S.H.",C.S. Ridge Vineyard,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 C.S. Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-cs-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kunde
,Red,US,"An enticing blend of black cherry, blackberry, spice, cocoa and herb flavors. The tannins are supple and the finish luxuriously long. Delicious. —J.M.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1998 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1998-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1998,Stags' Leap Winery
,White,US,"From the Sanel Valley, an inland region near Ukiah that   produces good, crisp, dry white wines. This one has lemony, buttery and wildflower aromas, and drinks full and rich. The fruit flavors are bright and buttery in this assertive wine, which has a good structure and is frankly delicious. —S.H.",Riserva d'Argento,24,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1999 Riserva d'Argento Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1999-riserva-dargento-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1999,Brutocao
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Familia Zuccardi has shown well with the “Q” series of varietally labeled wines. The Merlot's rich blackberry fruit held its intensity and remained interesting throughout the mouth, accented with a lush creaminess that was supported by the firm tannins. Made to drink now, but will last for a few years. —C.S.",Q,22,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 1999 Q Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-1999-q-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,1999,Zuccardi
,Red,US,"Smooth and supple on the palate, the wine is brimming with ripe black cherry, blackberry, anise and cassis flavors that are followed by hints of coffee and herb. The ensemble is framed in rich, silky tannins that taper off with a long, lush finish. —J.M.",,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 1998 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-1998-red-napa-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Girard
,White,US,"A big wine in every way, it manages to combine power with nuance and balance. High-extract tropical fruit is married to lavish oak, while high alcohol adds to the sense of monumentality. But it all hangs together to create a lavishly structured wine. —S.H.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Pride Mountain
14,Red,Italy,"Ideally, Aglianico shows finesse balanced with richness, and that can be difficult to achieve. But that's the case here. Big, full tannins do not overpower the plum fruits and chocolate. The finish is warm and lingering.",Naturalis Historia,70,90,Southern Italy,Irpinia,,Mastroberardino 1997 Naturalis Historia Red (Irpinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1997-naturalis-historia-red-irpinia/,Red Blend,1997,Mastroberardino
13.8,White,US,"A well-balanced wine that shows off pretty pear, citrus, melon, apple and vanilla notes, all tempered by a fine, mineral edge. Delicate, elegant and lovely. —J.M.",,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Stags' Leap Winery
,Red,US,"Very nice, very dry wine, and one that shows Mendocino's promise with this grape. Pronounced aromas of new French oak are sweet and smoky and full of char and vanilla, and complement a rich earthiness in the mouth. The wine is not too fruity but suggest  blackberries. The tannins are dry and dusty and provide a chewy mouthfeel. —S.H.",Riserva d'Argento,32,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1998 Riserva d'Argento Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1998-riserva-dargento-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,1998,Brutocao
,Red,US,"From Redwood Valley, a dark wine the color of ink, with deep, brooding and fun aromas. Try chocolate, charcoal, blackberries, cassis and something smoky-sweet from oak. Drinks extracted and jammy, with flavors of blackberries and black cherries. Has sturdy tannins, although it's a bit soft. —S.H.",,21,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Barra 1998 Petite Sirah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-1998-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petite Sirah,1998,Barra
,Red,US,"If Springsteen sang about American Zinfandel, this is the wine he'd be drinking. Has those brawny, wild berry flavors, with their edge of pepper and herbs, that define the varietal. Acidity kicks, tannins are well-scrubbed and negotiable. This is rock and roll in the mouth, and downright fun. —S.H.",Barrel Select,12,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 1998 Barrel Select Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-barrel-select-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Fetzer
,White,US,"This is one of the best California Rieslings around. Let's start with acidity, which is crisp and steely. The flavors are exotic and racy, suggesting wildflowers, apples, and an oily, lighter-fluid element. It floats in the mouth because of the light texture, but is serious stuff, and will likely age well. Defines finesse and elegance. —S.H.",,13,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Esterlina 1999 White Riesling (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-1999-riesling-white-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,White Riesling,1999,Esterlina
,Red,US,,,20,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Edmeades 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Edmeades
,Red,US,"A complex red wine that drinks softly fruity and dry, and with quite a bit of style and elegance. The most notable feature is the texture. It's velvety and round, and characterized by soft, dusty tannins. In this environment, fruit and berry flavors can shine. It's made in the international style: Soft, ripely sweet, extracted and fruity, and well-oaked. A blend of Merlot, Cabernet and Petite Sirah. —S.H.",Petros,70,90,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1998 Petros Red (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1998-petros-red-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Red Blend,1998,Lolonis
14.2,White,US,"Unusually ripe and forward even for this vintage, this massive wine explodes with tropical fruit, spice and vanilla aromas and flavors, generously framed in oak. It has the usual slight residual sugar that's in fashion now, but retains balance and finesse through the long finish. —S.H.",,17,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,White Oak 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/white-oak-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,White Oak
13.5,Red,Italy,"If you enjoy a big Californian Zinfandel you will love this wine. It's got ripe, zesty black fruits with a juicy mouthfeel. It's big but not overblown—the acidity balances well with the fruit and oak to make this another winner from the A Mano line.",Prima Mano,22,90,Southern Italy,Puglia,,A Mano 1999 Prima Mano Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-mano-1999-prima-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,1999,A Mano
13,Red,Italy,"Nero d'Avola at its best. Aromas of fleshy plums and ripe, juicy blackberries join toasty oak. In the mouth, bright cherry flavors swim with chocolate, coffee and abounding oak. The finish is long and full. Made to drink now, but will last 3-5 years. Best Buy.",Neroibleo,12,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Gulfi 1999 Neroibleo Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gulfi-1999-neroibleo-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1999,Gulfi
,Red,US,,Toasted Head,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,R.H. Phillips 1996 Toasted Head Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1996-toasted-head-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,R.H. Phillips
,Red,US,"I don't think of Navarro as a Cabernet house, but go figure. In fact, go find this wine, if you want a credible alternative to “down there,” as they say in these parts. Dry, delicious and in a league of its own for California Cabernet, and clearly poised to get better. —S.H.",,25,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Navarro
13.9,White,US,"A classy Chardonnay, brimming with fine pear, citrus, apple, herb, mineral and toast flavors. Tangy and sleek, yet smooth and elegant. Long at the end. —J.M.",,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Signorello
,White,US,,,12,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 2000 Riesling (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2000-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Riesling,2000,Greenwood Ridge
13.9,White,US,"Firm and focused, this elegant, full-bodied wine offers a striking mineral core backed by hints of lemon, pear and apple. A slightly earthy component adds interest. Clean and sleek on the finish. —J.M.",Hope's Cuvee,60,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 2000 Hope's Cuvee Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-2000-hopes-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Signorello
,White,US,"Strikes just the right balance between lush, ripe fruit and acidity, creating an exciting wine. Apple and peach flavors, subtlely tinged with smoky oak, are crisp and bright, without being over the top. The perfect wine for a toast, or to accompany fine food. —S.H.",Appellation Selection,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 1999 Appellation Selection Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1999-appellation-selection-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"This wine sports an inky dark-violet hue, evoking black cherry, plum, blackberry, cocoa and spice. On the palate, it's plush, bright and long. Really delicious. —J.M.",,24,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 1999 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-1999-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Girard
,White,US,,,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Edmeades 2000 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Edmeades
12.5,White,US,"Austere and flinty, a Chablis-like wine of exceptional acidity, rapier texture, and a taste of gunmetal that veers ever so slightly into peach. This is a wine with an edge, a nervy wine that's super-clean. Don't think it's a simple wine. It's not. —S.H.",Estate Select,16,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jepson 1999 Estate Select Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-1999-estate-select-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1999,Jepson
14.2,Red,US,"Rises to the expectations of the appellation, with classic aromas of beetroot, black raspberry, chocolate, mint, smoke and vanilla, and a dry, voluptious mouthfeel. The berry flavors are powerful and jammy, but the wine is balanced and harmonious. This is what the California sun does for Pinot Noir. —S.H.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Belvedere 2000 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Belvedere
14,Red,Italy,"It's all Merlot, and it's all good. This is a wine that would make our Sexiest Wines of the Year list, if we had one. Lush and medium-full in the mouth, Grammonte has chewy tannins and a palate full of ripe blackberry, toast, chili pepper and a dash of red berry. Good acidity keeps the tannins in line; it finishes very long with more of the same flavors, plus some black pepper. Bouquet is a tantalizing mix of blackberry and cedar, doused in brown sugar and olive oil.",Grammonte,38,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Cottanera 1999 Grammonte Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cottanera-1999-grammonte-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1999,Cottanera
,Red,US,"You'll love this wine for the sheer voluptuousness of the flavors. It makes love to the palate, caressing it with dry, velvety softness and delivering ripe berry flavors filled with sweetness and purity. It's lipsmackingly good, and a fine example of how good this old California varietal can be, albeit with a sort of ruggedness. —S.H.",,19,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 1998 Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1998-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,1998,Navarro
14.1,White,US,"Plush toast and butterscotch aromas kick this one off, with a deep, rich follow-up of melon, citrus, apple, peach, pear, herb and mineral flavors. Quite luscious and compelling, with a substantial finish. —J.M.",Cuvee Sauvage,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1999 Cuvee Sauvage Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1999-cuvee-sauvage-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Franciscan
13.8,White,US,"Flamboyant is the word here. Huge aromas and flavors of tropical fruit, butterscotch, vanilla, smoke and oriental spices are lavishly oaked. The wine drinks rich and creamy and slightly sweet, and will be fabulous with cream sauce and lobster. And look at that price! A super-value. —S.H.",,14,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Château Souverain
13.5,Red,Italy,"A very sexy, deep wine with cedar, fresh coffee and milk chocolate aromas guiding you into spicy, black-cherry warmth. It's the kind of wine that elicits a spontaneous, sensual “mmmm.” A blend of Nero D'Avola (90%) and Perricone (10%).",Rosso Del Conte,42,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 1998 Rosso Del Conte Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-1998-rosso-conte-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1998,Tasca d'Almerita
,White,US,"Viscous, yet bright and mineral-like with a pretty core of lemon, apple, pear and melon notes. Really sleek and clean, but lush and seductive at the same time. Long and lovely at the end. —J.M.",Antithesis,35,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 2000 Antithesis Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-2000-antithesis-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2000,Tablas Creek
13,Red,Italy,"Leather, red berries and a little rustic smokiness on the nose. The red berries repeat in the palate, then are joined by earth and a woody char. A fully layered wine consisting of Nerello, Mascalese and three other indigenous Sicilian grapes. Drink in 3–5 years.",Rosso Del Soprano,31,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Palari 1998 Rosso Del Soprano Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palari-1998-rosso-soprano-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1998,Palari
12.5,Red,Italy,"Toasted oak, chocolate and dark, jammy fruits make up the flavor profile for this Piedirosso (70%) and Aglianico (30%) blend. It is rich, yet well structured, as the bright acidity cleanses the broad tannins. Enjoy now or in 3–5 years.",Furore Riserva,32,91,Southern Italy,Campania,,Marisa Cuomo 1997 Furore Riserva Piedirosso (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marisa-cuomo-1997-furore-riserva-italian-red-piedirosso-campania/,Piedirosso,1997,Marisa Cuomo
13,Red,Italy,"Red raspberry, spice and clove on the nose blends well with large amounts of juicy, rich berry and spice on the palate. Finishes long and luscious with soft tannins.",Korem,34,91,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Argiolas 1999 Korem Red (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-1999-korem-red-sardinia/,Red Blend,1999,Argiolas
,White,US,,Oakville Estates,17,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 2000 Oakville Estates Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-2000-oakville-estates-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Franciscan
,Red,US,"Reminiscent of the old Martini Cabs from Napa Valley. Just oozes the juiciest, sweetest cassis, and drinks velvety-soft even in youth, with beautifully dry, dusty tannins. Not quite up to par with Napa's best in terms of depth and complexity, but getting close. —S.H.",,30,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"Fabulous, absolutely true to its terroir and grape, the wine is the perfect marriage of sun-warmed hillside vineyards and Zin. Round, full-bodied and luscious, filled with juicy flavors of cranberry, black raspberry, black pepper and bitter chocolate. Liquid velvet, this wine will grow with time in the glass. —S.H.",Uplands,17,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 2000 Uplands Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2000-uplands-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2000,Fife
,Red,US,"Spicy blackberry and cherry notes are framed in smoky, tarry oak. Tannins are ripe and smooth, though the finish is a little tart.",Oakville Estate,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1999 Oakville Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1999-oakville-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Franciscan
,White,US,"A vineyard selection that contains a little more concentration, with tropical fruit notes and oriental spices. Generous oak frames everything, but the fruit is big enough to stand up to it. Pulls off that elusive balancing act of tasting honeyed sweet but being basically dry. A fancy Chard, well made and opulent. —S.H.",Spring Ridge Vineyard Bee Block,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Varner 2000 Spring Ridge Vineyard Bee Block Chardonnay (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varner-2000-spring-ridge-vineyard-bee-block-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Varner
,Red,US,"Flora Springs leaped to the top with this wine back in the 1980s, and it's still one of Napa's best, at a decent price. It's super-lush, just packed with apple, peach and tangerine fruit and an overlay of smoky oak. The lush, creamy mouthfeel is highlighted by nice, crisp acidity. —S.H.",Barrel Fermented Reserve,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2000 Barrel Fermented Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2000-barrel-fermented-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"Typically dark in color, and what an aroma! You could smell this all day and be happy. Freshly ground coffeebeans, dark unsweetened chocolate, blackberries, pepper, and a wheat-like, barley note: Does that entice you? The flavors are even better. This wine is lush, fruity, ripe, elegant, balanced, soft, rich and long in the finish  and sheer pleasure to sip. —S.H.",Barrel Select,20,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 1999 Barrel Select Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,1999,Fetzer
13,Red,Italy,"There is a lot going on here, starting with the wonderful floral nose supported by vanilla, toast and black cherries. The fruit continues on the palate, joined by coffee, tobacco and earth. The wine is big, full and rich, yet at the same time elegant.",,32,92,Southern Italy,Aglianico d'Irpinia,,Antonio Caggiano 1999  Aglianico d'Irpinia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonio-caggiano-1999-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-dirpinia/,Aglianico,1999,Antonio Caggiano
,Red,Italy,"This 100% Aglianico from Campania offers layers of lavender, dark fruits, eucalyptus, mint and clove in its intoxicating bouquet. Sweet vanilla cream adds to the richness of this skillfully balanced wine that you can drink now or hold for another 10 ten years. Cellar Selection.",Camarato,45,92,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 1998 Camarato Aglianico (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-1998-camarato-italian-red-aglianico-falerno-massico/,Aglianico,1998,Villa Matilde
14.1,White,US,"The aroma is a great burst of mineral and tropical fruit, so good you just have to taste it. Follows through brilliantly, with all sorts of fruit flavors, lavishly oaked and with a steely, stony nerve. The finish is spicy and acidic. This is a distinguished single-vineyard wine, not a me-too, but an authentic product of terroir. For this kind of quality, it's also a good value. —S.H.",Wildwood Vineyard,22,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Wildwood Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-wildwood-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kunde
14.5,White,US,"Pulls out all the stops to create a big, massively complex wine. Despite the flamboyant tropical fruit flavors and rich spiciness supplied by oak, the wine never loses control of itself. It's a tame lion. Fills the mouth with creamy flavors and sensations that roll on and on. The finish returns to the spicy-fruity theme with a hint of smoky honey. —S.H.",Silhouette,49,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Silhouette Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-silhouette-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Merryvale
,White,US,"A superb Chard, very much in the Stony Hill tradition. Tight, appley fruit with high (by Napa standards) acidity creates a taut wine made fatter and sweeter by the judicious use of oak. This is a sleek, elegant Chard that, judging by its track record, will age and improve effortlessly over the next decade. —S.H.",,27,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stony Hill 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stony-hill-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Stony Hill
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that could teach certain regions to the south a thting or two. Fully ripened fruit contains nary a hint of those bothersome vegetal notes. Instead, plush blackberry flavors are packed into a balanced wine of proper acids and dry, dusty, tannins. this is quite an accomplishment and adds luster to the reputation of its appellation.",,30,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Mariah 1999 Merlot (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariah-1999-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Merlot,1999,Mariah
,Dessert,US,"Gosh, this is as good as most southerly appellations, including Napa, get in a botrytis-infected wine. Intense flavors of apricots and wild honey and vanilla, and super acidity for it to bounce off. Pretty darned sweet, beerenauslese level. One sip is not enough. —S.H.",Late Harvest,24,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 1999 Late Harvest Riesling (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1999-late-harvest-riesling-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Riesling,1999,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"Amazingly vibrant. Begins with oak, smoke, char and vanilla from barrels, and then the aromas blast into coconut cream pie, black cherry, licorice and rich spices. It's in the mouth that the wine stuns with spicy intensity. Dry and stylish, this dry, precocious wine will improve with short-term aging. —S.H.",,45,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Goldeneye 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldeneye-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Goldeneye
,White,US,"This is the most intensely flavored and concentrated Viognier I've ever tasted from the U.S. It opens up fragrant and sensual, a soft, seductive blend of sweet fruits, blossoms, pollen and perfume. It explodes in the glass into a rich, vivid wine highlighted with polished fruit, concentrated aromas and lipsmacking acids. Ethereal. —P.G.",Lolonis Vineyard,24,93,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 2000 Lolonis Vineyard Viognier (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2000-lolonis-vineyard-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Viognier,2000,Claudia Springs
,Red,US,,,28,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Mariah 1998 Merlot (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariah-1998-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Merlot,1998,Mariah
13.5,Red,US,"Looks so dark, you could fill a fountain pen with it. They take “Pet” seriously in these parts and vinify it the way the red soil grows it: fiercely strong and pushy. This is an enormous wine, massive in berry flavor, bone dry, sappy and juicy. It will probably age forever. The most amazing thing is the alcohol, a modest 13.5%, which makes it balanced. —S.H.",Eaglepoint Ranch - Mendocino Heritage,25,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Hidden Cellars 1998 Eaglepoint Ranch - Mendocino Heritage Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1998-eaglepoint-ranch-mendocino-heritage-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,1998,Hidden Cellars
,Red,Italy,"Complex flavors of tar, ripened blackberries and white pepper stay surprisingly soft in this immense wine. The balance of full tannins and dark fruit, from five indigenous grapes, will make this enjoyable for a long time to come. Cellar Selection.",Faro,45,93,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Palari 1998 Faro Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palari-1998-faro-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1998,Palari
,Red,US,"Less is more; you get the feeling the wine was made by a hands-off winemaker. It's understandable why he would want the grapes to speak for themselves. They're amazing, offering up the most generous, sappy flavors you can imagine. You wish it had more of the artist's touch, even more oaky-framing, something to organize this raw talent. But there's no doubting its pedigree—an Anderson Valley grand cru. —S.H.",,26,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Lazy Creek 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-creek-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lazy Creek
,Red,Italy,"Bright raspberry, violets and a Bordeaux quality on the nose makes this a wine you will want to linger over. Thankfully, the elegant character continues on the palate with toasty cherries and raspberries that are very well balanced and integrated. An exceptional wine with an exquisitely long, supple finish.  Cellar Selection.",Montevetrano,70,94,Southern Italy,Campania,,Montevetrano 1999 Montevetrano Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevetrano-1999-red-campania/,Red Blend,1999,Montevetrano
14.9,Red,US,"Incredibly intense, with dense, focused, vivid black cherry, berry, spice,  cassis, herb and licorice flavors. Lush, supple textured, round and elegant,  it¹s quite peppery, nonetheless, and framed in ripe, meaty tannins. Named  for the relentless efforts of winemaker Elias Fernandez, the wine is silky  smooth and long at the end. An outstanding first Syrah from this winery,  best known for Cabernet.",Relentless,46,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 1999 Relentless Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1999-relentless-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Shafer
,Red,US,"From longtime growers, now vintners, on the western slopes of the Mayacamas comes this impressive and huge wine. It's dark as night, with brilliantly complex aromas of berries, leather, sage, smoke and white pepper. It's also mouth filling, and has so many facets, it's hard to keep track. The depth of flavor is stunning, while dusty tannins provide structure. A remarkable Syrah with obvious ageability. —S.H.",,24,94,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Eaglepoint Ranch 1999 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eaglepoint-ranch-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1999,Eaglepoint Ranch
,Red,US,"Mostly (70%) Merlot, with the rest Cabernet, the grapes for this soft, fragrant red wine come from the Charbonneau and Ciel du Cheval vineyards. It's an open, engaging style, fruity and textured with some nice cocoa and toast to finish. Drinking really well right now.",Sundance,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek NV Sundance Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-nv-sundance-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,,Soos Creek
,Red,US,"When Zin gets this ripe, all you can do is make a strong, heady, sweet wine. Here, 16.9% alcohol and 2.8% residual sugar make for a powerful, warming brew, distinctive in its own right, and one that has many fans. —S.H.",Alden Vineyard-Late Harvest,25,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 2000 Alden Vineyard-Late Harvest Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-2000-alden-vineyard-late-harvest-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,2000,Edmeades
,Red,US,"A rustic, country-style Zin with good structure. Has simple, fruity-berry flavors of cherry cola and red raspberry jam and durable tannins, but is overly sweet—almost sugary—especially in the finish. —S.H.",,25,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Silversmith 1998 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silversmith-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Silversmith
13.5,White,US,Doesn't seem as concentrated as in previous vintages. There are apple and peach flavors and a pinch of smoke and vanilla but it's a thin wine.  —S.H.,,16,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Geyser Peak 2000 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Geyser Peak
8.5,White,Germany,,DR. L,10,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Loosen Bros. 2000 DR. L Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loosen-bros-2000-dr-l-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Loosen Bros.
13.5,Red,Italy,"With a blend of Aglianico, Merlot and two varieties of Cabernet you would expect this to be a little more complex than it is. The hollow midpalate is overwhelmed by the tannic and gamy mouthfeel, but fresh tar and beets show through. Tannins cross the finish line, but fruit falls short.",Garrone,30,82,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Odoardi 1998 Garrone Red (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/odoardi-1998-garrone-red-calabria/,Red Blend,1998,Odoardi
,Red,Argentina,,Falling Star,5,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 2000 Falling Star Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-2000-falling-star-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2000,Trapiche
,White,US,"Oregon rarely gets credit for how good its Gewürztraminers can be. This is a perfect example: a classic, varietal nose shows citrus blossom, baby powder and lychee; it's both fragrant and slightly exotic. Clean and creamy in the mouth, its floral flavors have elegant textures and surprising length. Best Buy. —P.G.",,11,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2000 Gewürztraminer (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2000-gewurztraminer-southern-rogue-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Foris
,Red,US,"Another super-Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this darkly tinted wine opens with black cherry and smoke aromas, and turns silky and plush on the palate. The solid structure is locked into place with dry tannins. —S.H.",Trovato,15,90,California,South Coast,Temecula,Castelletto 1999 Trovato Sangiovese (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelletto-1999-trovato-sangiovese-south-coast-temecula/,Sangiovese,1999,Castelletto
14.3,Red,US,"The dark, plummy purple color announces a “serious” wine, and right now it is pretty tightly wound and closed up. Considerable breathing time begins to reveal rich, black cherry fruit with darker notes of coffee and tar, along with hints of bark and stone. There's a whiff of pickle barrel in the tannic finish. It's a bit of a mystery, but with plenty of potential. —P.G.",Roosevelt,48,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Elk Cove 1999 Roosevelt Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1999-roosevelt-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Elk Cove
13.9,Red,US,"Handsomely balanced by herb, cocoa and earth accents to the sweet-tart blackberry fruit, this Bordeaux blend (60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Cabernet Franc and 10% Merlot) is medium weight, with good acidity and supple tannins. This will pair well with a wide range of foods and may be drunk from now through 2005.",The French Connection,20,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 The French Connection Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-the-french-connection-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Blend,1999,EOS
13,Red,Spain,"Lively on the palate, this cooperative-produced wine comes from Yecla, which is just northeast of Murcia in southern Spain. Soft cocoa, licorice and red berry aromas lead to the same flavors on the palate, plus some dusty black fruit. Only a slight hollowness on the finish brings it down; otherwise, go give this tiny DO some of your business. —D.M.",La Purisima,13,87,Levante,Yecla,,Iglesia Vieja 1997 La Purisima Red (Yecla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iglesia-vieja-1997-purisima-red-yecla/,Red Blend,1997,Iglesia Vieja
12,Red,Spain,"The nose offers interesting spice and tarragon notes. Bitter chocolate and a berry festival dominate the palate, which was surprising because the nose did not show much fruit. Great acid, fruit, tannin balance that left you thirsty for more. Best Buy. —C.S.",Lar de Barros Crianza,10,87,Central Spain,Ribera del Guadiana,,Bodegas Inviosa 1998 Lar de Barros Crianza White (Ribera del Guadiana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-inviosa-1998-lar-barros-crianza-white-ribera-guadiana/,White Blend,1998,Bodegas Inviosa
,White,US,"Pretty, grassy aroma, with hay and dried straw and more than a hint of cat pee. But it tastes richer and creamier than it smells. Dry and balanced, it's a nice mouthful, by itself or with food. —S.H.",Reserve,19,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 2000 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Royal Oaks
13.5,Red,South Africa,,,9,85,Coastal Region,,,False Bay 2000 Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/false-bay-2000-red-coastal-region/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,False Bay
12.5,Red,Spain,"Red plums and candied fruit, with a touch of old wood flavor make this a pleasant wine. The nose brings chocolate and mint with focused deep red berry fruit. Drink soon and enjoy. —C.S.",,8,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Orvalaiz 1999 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-orvalaiz-1999-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,1999,Bodegas Orvalaiz
13,Red,Spain,"This 100% Tempranillo tinto spends a year in American oak, and it tastes it. It's rustic, as though it'd be at its best with a heavy beefy stew. Distinctly bacony, smoky notes on the nose lead to more meatiness and smoke, plus red berries and oak, on the palate. Given its smokehouse flavors, it's surprisingly light in the mouth. Closes with more woody flavors. —D.M.",Tinto,16,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Arlanza,,Castillo de Ura 1998 Tinto Tempranillo (Ribera del Arlanza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-ura-1998-tinto-tempranillo-ribera-arlanza/,Tempranillo,1998,Castillo de Ura
,Red,Spain,"Deep and dark, with lots of heavy toast on the tart black and blueberry flavors, this tastes a bit like a lightweight mountain Cabernet. It's fairly full, with brisk acidity, licorice and herb accents. Appealingly rugged, this closes solid, dry and earthy. —M.M.",Roble,13,85,Northern Spain,Tierra del Viños de Zamora,,Tresantos 2000 Roble Red (Tierra del Viños de Zamora),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tresantos-2000-roble-red-tierra-vinos-zamora/,Red Blend,2000,Tresantos
,Red,US,"Baco Noir is a little-known French hybrid, and Girardet does well with it, creating a rich, ripe, rustic red that might pass for an Amador Zin were the alcohol bumped up a notch. Tangy, grapey fruit and loads of bone- dry tannins tell the story. —P.G.",Reserve,32,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 1999 Reserve Baco Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-1999-reserve-other-red-baco-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Baco Noir,1999,Girardet
,White,US,"There's a lot of sulfur upon opening and it takes a lot of airing to blow off. Once it does, the wine reveals peach and smoky-spicy aromas and flavors and a clean, zesty spiciness. A little bit of sugar adds a honeyed richness. —S.H.",,24,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2000 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2000-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2000,Sunstone
,White,US,"Nice and refreshing, a lemon-flavored wine with a soft, silky mouthfeel. There are secondary apricot and honeysuckle flavors that add interest. The finish is a bit sweet and honeyed. —S.H.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sunstone 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Sunstone
13,Red,Spain,"Earthy, gamy aromas envelop sweet plum fruit on the nose; the same black fruit-earth profile holds up on the palate, topped off with a bit of espresso and dust. Velvety in the mouth, though it may lack a little depth, this is a great tapas-bar pour. Finishes with some char and oak, and not overbearing tannins.",Coronas,11,85,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Torres 1999 Coronas Tempranillo (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1999-coronas-tempranillo-catalonia/,Tempranillo,1999,Torres
,Red,US,"Weisinger's Bordeaux blend red is named after its Pompadour Vineyard. The '99 is a step up from the previous vintage; riper grapes and none of the veggie scents. An earthy nose of black fruits and ash leads into a tart, tannic wine that equally mixes flavors of grape and soil. —P.G.",Petite Pompadour,25,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 1999 Petite Pompadour Red (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-1999-petite-pompadour-red-southern-rogue-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Weisinger's of Ashland
14,White,South Africa,"Sweet, ripe and fruity in the nose, with a heavier palate than the rest of the wine's components can support. The mouth is all about ripe peach and citrus. It finishes fairly smooth and dry, with some nice nutty qualities. —M.S.",Estate Wine,7,85,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2001 Estate Wine Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2001-estate-wine-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Simonsig
13.9,Red,US,,,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,EOS
13,Red,US,"Purplish and youthful, this Pinot only grudgingly reveals scents of beet, root, earth and fresh-picked tomatoes. Despite several hours of airing, the flavors remain stubbornly closed, with hard tannins and an earthy finish. Needs considerable time. —P.G.",,18,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Elk Cove
13.5,White,South Africa,,,7,85,Western Cape,,,Baobab 2001 Chenin Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baobab-2001-chenin-blanc-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc,2001,Baobab
13.5,White,South Africa,"This medium-weight Chardonnay has its own style somewhere between Old and New World in manner. It's dry, with a bouquet of hay and faint orange, and tangy and slightly grainy—in flavor and texture—on the tongue, showing more citrus hints. Turns nutty on the finish. Drink now–2003.",,13,85,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2000 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2000-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2000,Backsberg
,White,US,"The nose lifts off with unusual scents of pears, brown sugar and graham crackers. The wine is crisp and full-bodied, and the ripe, tropical fruits carry a slight impression of canned syrup, making it all taste a bit like fruit salad. —P.G.",,13,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 2000 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Adelsheim
,Red,US,"Southern Oregon red wines don't attain the richness of either northern California or Washington state efforts, but they have their own charms. This wine, soft and scented with cranberries, vanilla and eucalyptus, offers pleasing berry/plum-fruit, plenty of firm acid, and a hard, tannic finish. —P.G.",,18,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 1998 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-1998-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1998,Foris
14,White,South Africa,"Here's a big, burly-full style SB (14% alcohol) that offers plenty of citrus rind, apple and lemon character as well as some starching dryness on the palate. Unfortunately, it never delivers much sweetness; it's more about dried fruits (apricots and apples). —M.S.",,13,85,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Fleur Du Cap
13.5,White,South Africa,"Pleasant, slightly sweet apple and spice aromas open this straightforward, mainstream crowd-pleaser. It's medium-weight, with a slightly sappy feel and a round apple-oak flavor profile that carries nicely through the close. Uncomplicated and certainly ready to drink now.",,9,85,South Africa,,,Fleur Du Cap 2000 Chardonnay (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-2000-chardonnay/,Chardonnay,2000,Fleur Du Cap
,Red,US,"Honest and workmanlike, a well-made wine with juicy blackberry and black cherry flavors that are jammy and ripe. Very soft in the mouth, with a silky texture and light tannins. Turns simple on the fruity, spicy finish. —S.H.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1999 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1999,Royal Oaks
,White,US,"Lets off a blast of sulfur that eventually reveals oak, smoke, spice and peach aromas. Spicy, clean and simple—a refreshing wine with no flaws and no particular complexity. —S.H.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Royal Oaks 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Royal Oaks
13.5,White,South Africa,"That the aromas are sweet and perfumed is unconventional, given that South African SBs tend to be on the sharper side. In the mouth, lime and peach flavors are solid until the finish. Detracting from the overall package, however, is a somewhat flat-feeling palate. —M.S.",,9,85,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-2001-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Morgenhof
,White,US,"There are pretty scents of tropical fruit, and just a hint of oak, but once in the mouth the flavors are still unmingled, giving the wine a somewhat disjointed structure. It mixes sweet, candied fruit with cinnamon spice and some pretty sour acids. —P.G.",,14,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 2000 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Adelsheim
13.9,White,US,,,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,2000,EOS
,Red,US,"This is a fine, sweet-scented wine, with clean, crisp fruit and a pleasing balance. Here the fruit takes center stage, with no obvious new oak, just vivid acids to set it off. What's here is delicious, but regarding balance it is a simple, one-dimensional wine. —P.G.",Hoodview Vineyard,45,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Hoodview Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-hoodview-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,Spain,"Violet and herb, leather and meat accents adorn the tart plum and cherry nose, which shows plenty of Garnacha character. It's followed by a tangy, cracked-peppery mouthful of fruit that carries through the brisk, dry finish. Very few wines at this price offer this level of flavor and feel, and smart shoppers will find it on sale for even less. Best Buy. —M.M.",,6,86,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Viña Borgia 2000 Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-borgia-2000-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2000,Viña Borgia
,Red,US,"From Temecula, a somewhat closed dry red wine, not showing much fruit or vibrancy now. There are modulated berry flavors, yet firm acidity and some hefty tannins dominate the palate. It has a round, supple elegance that's likeable. —S.H.",,18,86,California,South Coast,South Coast,Rey Sol 1999 Syrah (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rey-sol-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast/,Syrah,1999,Rey Sol
13,Red,South Africa,"The dark, dry cherry, tobacco and earth aromas and flavors in this mid-weight red are attractive, but without tremendous depth. It offers cocoa and anise notes, but also fairly high acidity, and on the back end, some prickly tannins. A good dining wine—food will lessen its edge.  Drink this year and next.",Tilogy (Estate Reserve),22,86,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 1998 Tilogy (Estate Reserve) Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-1998-tilogy-estate-reserve-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Warwick
,White,Spain,"Pale straw in color, this is a crisp, clean wine with bright aromas of grapefruit and quince, accented by chalky notes. Juicy and mouthwatering on the palate, this simple yet pleasant wine should be consumed over the next six months. —C.S.",,11,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Otazu 2000 Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otazu-2000-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2000,Otazu
,White,Spain,"This is a tasty, fairly round rendition of Albariño. Dry, with mineral and grass elements, it also displays an intriguing faint orange-tangerine element throughout. The wine maintains a clean crispness without being sharp. This will seem soft to some Albariño purists—and it is—but it's flavorful and will make converts for the grape among consumers previously unacquainted with this Galician prize. —M.M.",,16,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Burgáns 2000 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgans-2000-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,2000,Burgáns
,Red,Spain,"From the party zone of the Balearic Islands (think Mallorca and Ibiza) comes this hedonistic wine. The dry, roasted fruit flavors and powerful cedary quality have sensuous appeal. A pronounced dusty cocoa note adds flavor and textural interest. Medium in weight and length, it closes with licorice notes and some woody tannins. Drink now through 2003. —M.M.",,30,86,Spanish Islands,Vi de Taula de Balears,,Ànima Negra 1999 Red (Vi de Taula de Balears),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anima-negra-1999-red-vi-taula-balears/,Red Blend,1999,Ànima Negra
13.9,White,US,"There is good, solid fruit here, as can be expected from this quality producer, but the problem seems to be an excess of sulfur, and it spoils the nose. It also bleeds into the palate, with harsh burnt match flavors overriding the fleshy fruit and citrus components. Swirl it, decant it, anything to let it breathe, and you'll be rewarded. —P.G.",,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Bethel Heights
,Red,Spain,"This Merlot is quite dark, with plentiful black plum, anise and toasty oak aromas and flavors. Medium-weight and nicely balanced, it's smooth and jammy, yet avoids the sweet or candied quality of so many warm-climate wines. Displays a touch of class for an easy drinker, finishing with decent length and a faint earth-mineral note. Best now through 2004. —M.M.",,10,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Luzón 2000 Merlot (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-luzon-2000-merlot-jumilla/,Merlot,2000,Bodegas Luzón
12,White,US,"This is a soft, open wine, as might be expected from this producer located near the California border, in one of Oregon's hottest growing regions. Flavors of ripe pears and sweet spices fill the palate, making a plush, accessible wine for immediate consumption. —P.G.",,10,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Gewürztraminer (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Bridgeview
13.3,Red,US,"Kudos for the clear lucidity of this simple little wine, with its fragrant bouquet of chocolate and sweet cherry. In the mouth there are flavors of stem and earth, cranberries and tart acids, with a hint of bitterness in the tannins. —P.G.",,13,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Hinman 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hinman-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Hinman
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This opens with a complex bouquet of dark berry, earth, soy, pine and herbs. It's balanced, lean and darkly fruited on the palate, but though nicely flavored, it's a little hollow, and doesn't show the depth hoped for from the dimensions of the nose. Finishes dry, with even tannins. Drink through 2005. —M.M.",Private Selection,20,86,Stellenbosch,,,Saxenburg Estate 1998 Private Selection Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-1998-private-selection-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1998,Saxenburg Estate
10.5,Dessert,US,"If you like oranges you'll go wild for this rich, fat overtly orange-tasting dessert wine. Honeysuckle notes enhance the nose, and apricot-leather and mild spices show up on the palate. It's soft but not sloppy—a sweet tooth's delight and a perfect foil for fruit tarts and the like.",Tears of Dew - Late Harvest,17,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Tears of Dew - Late Harvest Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-tears-dew-late-harvest-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,1999,EOS
,Red,US,"This is quite well made, a simple, dry red wine that mimics cru bourgeois Bordeaux. Dried plum fruit and still drier tannins make it a great match for grilled meats. Barnyardy enhance the French connection. —P.G.",,25,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,La Garza 1999 Merlot (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garza-1999-merlot-southern-umpqua-valley/,Merlot,1999,La Garza
,Red,US,"Lots of funky bacon grease on the nose, and some sulfur notes, too, ride atop underlying blackberries. Supple in the mouth, with soft tannins and sharp acids; thoroughly dry. Fairly simple, although it has a textural elegance. —S.H.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 1999 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,1999,Sunstone
,Red,US,"Here is a well-made, even-tempered effort, with no rough edges. It shows simple fruit flavors that display pure Pinot character, but add little in the way of texture or spice. In other words, it's perfect for slugging down with something from the grill. —P.G.",,17,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cooper Mountain 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-mountain-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cooper Mountain
,White,US,"Simple peach and apple flavors provide surface charm, but the wine is light despite being generously oaked. The dominant feature is spice, from the middle through the short finish. It's also very clean. —S.H.",White Hawk Vineyard Reserve,86,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Royal Oaks 2000 White Hawk Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-2000-white-hawk-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Royal Oaks
11.5,White,US,"This oddly packaged, nonvintage wine is a mongrel mix of nine different varietal grapes, and the result is a fragrant, citrus-flavored blend with all the appeal of a friendly new puppy. Juicy, lemony and bracing, it calls out for oysters, creamy pasta or anything in butter sauce. —P.G.",Evolution - 5th Edition,15,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sokol Blosser NV Evolution - 5th Edition White (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-nv-evolution-5th-edition-white-other/,White Blend,,Sokol Blosser
,Red,Spain,"Aromas of cherry, toast, straw and fresh vegetables. On the palate the wine exhibits straightforward flavors of cherry and vanilla with soft tannins. A nice choice for an everyday wine. —C.S.",Palacio de Erite - Crianza,12,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Otazu 1997 Palacio de Erite - Crianza Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otazu-1997-palacio-erite-crianza-red-navarra/,Red Blend,1997,Otazu
,Red,Spain,"Dark and a bit pruny, this blend of old-vine Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo is quite dry, densely wooded and firmly structured. Toasty oak, dried rose petals and meat adorn the dark cherry and blackberry fruit. But the wine is lean, rather tart—and overly woody, at least for now. Does it have the stuff to unfold over the next few years? —M.M.",,19,86,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Castell de Falset 1998 Red (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castell-falset-1998-tempranillo-blend-tarragona/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Castell de Falset
13.5,Red,US,"Dense and minty, this has a satiny mouthfeel and flavors dominated by new oak. Plenty of vanilla, hints of shoe polish and some minty licorice characterize the finish. Still tannic and quite tight, it should improve over the next 2-3 years. —P.G.",,35,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1999 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1999-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1999,Griffin Creek
13.4,Red,US,"Dark cherry, plum and smoky oak aromas open this smooth welterweight. It's a super Tuscan blend made of 25% Sangiovese and 75% Bordeaux grapes. The ripe, plummy fruit shows leather notes and an herb note. Fills out and shows dusty tannins on the finish. Drink now through 2005.",Torre del Gobbo,22,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Torre del Gobbo Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-torre-gobbo-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,1999,EOS
,White,US,"Starts off a bit musty and earthy, with citrus flavors veering into riper peaches and mangoes. Turns dry and crisp in the finish. A pleasant wine at a good price. —S.H.",,10,86,California,South Coast,South Coast,Falkner 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falkner-2000-sauvignon-blanc-south-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Falkner
,White,Spain,"Smooth and round, this ripe blend offers hay, nut and stone-fruit notes on the nose. In the mouth, the peach-apricot edge turns almost Gewürztraminer-like, picking up tangerine and lychee elements. A seductive finish completes this attractive offering. Best Buy. —M.M.",,7,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2000 White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2000-white-navarra/,White Blend,2000,Vega Sindoa
,White,US,"Peaches and cream drizzled with cinnamon and brown sugar, with a swirl of vanilla—that's what this wine tastes like. It has the acidity to balance the sweetness, though, and a round and supple mouthfeel. —S.H.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sunstone 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sunstone-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Sunstone
,White,Spain,"This dry, aromatic white comes from a region in northwestern Spain, north of Portugal and inland from Galicia. Hay and nut aromas open to similar flavors, adorned by bright mineral-lime notes. This blend of 75% Treixadura, 15% Godello, with the remainder a mixture of Albariño, Loureira and Torrontes is balanced and fresh, a bright spring white that will shine with seafood and other lighter dishes, or make a fine apéritif. —M.M.",Blanco,16,86,Galicia,Ribeiro,,Viña Mein 2000 Blanco White (Ribeiro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mein-2000-blanco-white-ribeiro/,White Blend,2000,Viña Mein
,Red,US,"One-dimensional, although there are some pretty notes. Berry and earth aromas are light, and the wine has some fine cherry and spice flavors. The texture is light and airy, the mouthfeel soft and silky, with a few dusty tannins showing up in the finish. —S.H.",Westerly Vineyard Reserve,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1999 Westerly Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-westerly-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Royal Oaks
14.3,White,US,"Here is a straightforward rendering of Pinot Gris, with tart, tangy citrus fruit leading to a clean, crisp finish. Solid and flavorful, though completely one dimensional. —P.G.",,14,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,Spain,"The black plum and toasty oak nose of this suave button-pusher will help you make friends quickly. Very international in style, it displays black cherry, semisweet chocolate and licorice accents on a medium frame with good acidity. It's tasty, but a bit indistinct—this oak-heavy wine could be from many places. Still, it's well rendered in a style that has broad appeal. Closes dark and toasty, with some dry tannins to lose. Good now, best from 2003 to 2005. —M.M.",Embruix,80,87,Catalonia,Priorat,,Vall Llach 1998 Embruix Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vall-llach-1998-embruix-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1998,Vall Llach
,White,Spain,"Appearances can be deceiving: pale in color but angular and flavorful, this white sports attractive lime and hay aromas with fragrant honeysuckle hints. A subtle pepperiness creeps in on the light, crisp palate. Closes smoothly, with lime and white pepper notes. This shows more flavor and texture than most light whites at this price—try this instead of a Pinot Grigio. Best Buy. —M.M.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Martivilli 2000 Verdejo (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martivilli-2000-spanish-white-verdejo-rueda/,Verdejo,2000,Martivilli
,Red,US,"Pretty scents of violets and cherries characterize this young Pinot. It's not a big style, but it has a lovely balance and it doesn't overreach. It's complete, light, and flavorful, with well-managed tannins and a hint of pleasing spice in the finish. —P.G.",,16,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 1999 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-1999-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Foris
,Red,US,"First planted in 1988, the Maple Ranch Pinot has a soft sweetness and a generous, open profile derived partly from the vintage and partly from an additional year of bottle time. Lush berry and chocolate flavors coat the palate; the wine finishes sweet, round and full-bodied. —P.G.",Maple Ranch,30,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 1998 Maple Ranch Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-1998-maple-ranch-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Foris
13.9,White,US,,Estate Bottled,14,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 2000 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-2000-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,EOS
12.5,Red,US,"There is already some evidence of brick coloring around the edges of this wine, which opens with an aromatic mix of dark fruits, tobacco, leather and barnyard smells. It's open and tangy, somewhat rustic, but distinctly Burgundian for all that, and fun to drink. —P.G.",Corral Creek Vyd,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Idylwood 1999 Corral Creek Vyd Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/idylwood-1999-corral-creek-vyd-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Idylwood
,Red,US,"Though it's no blockbuster, this vintage still offers a charming bouquet of tea, smoke, menthol and cocoa. It's light compared to most years, with black-cherry, soy and tobacco flavors. Closes soft yet bright, with mild tannins and acidity. Surprisingly decent for a wine of its age and the so-so vintage. Drink now.",Artist Series,75,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1989 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1989-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1989,Kenwood
13,Red,US,"Griffin Creek wines are boldly styled, and this intense Cabernet will please fans of high-toned, vibrant reds. Hints of nail polish and tobacco are here, to go with the generous red fruits. A burst of alcoholic heat in the bright, vivacious finish. —P.G.",,35,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-rogue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Griffin Creek
,Red,US,"This is the least expensive of Adelsheim's Pinots, and the first release of the new vintage. Nonetheless it shows some muscle, with a sweet, smoky nose over grapey fruit. Forward and appealing, with a tannic and quick finish. —P.G.",,22,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Adelsheim
,Red,US,"An interesting, soft and sensual wine, the first blended reserve Pinot from the Adelsheim vineyard. The extra year of bottle age has rounded out the flavors, and it is a round, pleasing wine dominated by sassafras and spice. Delicious and ready to drink, it lacks only sufficient depth to merit a higher score. —P.G.",Penta Reserve,32,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Adelsheim 1998 Penta Reserve Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1998-penta-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Adelsheim
12.5,Red,US,"A pale, pretty Pinot, a year older than most of the current releases, it shows mature scents of red fruits, cola and root beer. Light, tasty and cleanly rendered, it has good varietal character and balance, moderate tannins and plenty of overall charm. —P.G.",,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Sokol Blosser
,White,US,"Try this as a dry alternative to Chardonnay next time you want a clean, fruity white wine. The citrus flavors are long on tart acidity, but there's a creaminess that makes it very enjoyable. From Mount Palomar Winery. —S.H.",,18,87,California,South Coast,Temecula,Castelletto 2000 Cortese (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelletto-2000-italian-white-cortese-south-coast-temecula/,Cortese,2000,Castelletto
14,Red,Spain,"This Torres is 60% Garnacha, 25% Cariñena and 15% Syrah, and goes down easy. Thick black fruit—think cassis meets Port—plus earth, cedar and chocolate aromas; bright blueberries and a tree-bark-cinnamon note carry through on the palate. Finishes long, with dusty blackberry flavors. Best Buy.",Gran Sangre de Toro,13,87,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Torres 1998 Gran Sangre de Toro Red (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1998-gran-sangre-toro-red-catalonia/,Red Blend,1998,Torres
,Red,US,"Ripe and tangy, there are rich, jammy flavors of berries up front, backed with ample tannins and tasty toast. It all leads to a thick, chocolatey finish. Definitely a consumer-pleasing style. —P.G.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,45,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.4,White,US,"A very fragrant, inviting wine, with whiffs of ripe pears and apricots, along with a slight hint of baby powder. Nice, spicy and immediately enjoyable, it carries through to a clean finish with lots of citrus peel and some good acids. Best Buy. —P.G.",,9,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Montinore
,Red,US,"This new Southern Oregon winery has been growing good grapes for over a decade. Their first release is a solid effort, with broad, sweet smoky flavors, soft tannins and a drink-now structure. Sweet brown sugar, tobacco and cedar notes enhance the soft finish. —P.G.",,28,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Paschal 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-southern-applegate-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Paschal
13,Red,South Africa,"Sweet and smoky berry fruit greets you. Black cherries with ample vanilla oak warm the core. The acids are racy, and drive the wine through the lengthy, round finish. Give it another year or two, if possible. —M.S.",,17,87,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Neil Ellis
,Red,US,"This is the second label of Rex Hill, and it's a fine, engaging, Beaujolais-like wine, fruity and forward. Lightly spicy, with zippy acids and lively fruit, it's the perfect quaffing wine while waiting for the Rex Hill single-vineyard wines to evolve. There are very few Oregon Pinots of this quality at this price. Best Buy. —P.G.",,15,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Kings Ridge 2000 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kings-ridge-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kings Ridge
13.5,White,US,"Smoky oak and restrained fruit mark the nose of this smooth yet tangy offering. The nut and dried fruit flavors are understated—even reserved—and wrapped in spicy oak. Though tasty, it wants a little for integration and stuffing in the midpalate. Still, it has all the right parts, and it's not about sweetness. Drink now through 2003.",Reserve,24,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1999,EOS
,White,US,"Made in a tart, tangy, refreshing style, this tastes of immaculately ripe green apples. No hint of wood, just bracing fruit in a straight-forward, food-ready style. —P.G.",,13,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2000 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2000-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Foris
12.5,Red,South Africa,"Stylistically, this blend is much like a Bordeaux. At first, bright cherry and raspberry fruit ride atop a racy, dry palate. With deeper inspection comes the integration of earthy aromatics with oak, plum and kirsch notes. A little more richness wouldn't hurt. —M.S.",Klein Babylonstoren,18,87,Paarl,,,Backsberg 1998 Klein Babylonstoren Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-1998-klein-babylonstoren-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Backsberg
,White,US,"A light and fruity wine. Ripe apple and peach flavors are accented by peppery ginger and cinnamon, and the wine feels round and supple in the mouth. This likeable wine is clean and refreshing, with real varietal character. Best Buy. —S.H.",Special Reserve,10,87,California,South Coast,Temecula,Filsinger 2000 Special Reserve Chardonnay (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filsinger-2000-special-reserve-chardonnay-south-coast-temecula/,Chardonnay,2000,Filsinger
12,White,US,"Cooper Mountain grows organic grapes and does well by them, as this fresh, ripe Pinot Gris shows. There's a hint of vitamin pill and waxy lemon in the bouquet, then it's all about vivid pear and green apple fruit. Plenty of weight and texture fill the mouth, and acid buoys the finish. —P.G.",Estate Bottled,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cooper Mountain 2000 Estate Bottled Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-mountain-2000-estate-bottled-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Cooper Mountain
,Rose,Spain,"Even a wine geek can like this tasty, inexpensive pink-colored wine, and it's a great way to get novice enthusiasts into something other than white Zinfandel. From its rose-floral nose with subtle earth and meaty hints, through the full, dry, herb-shaded berry flavors, this wine is packed with appeal. The Garnacha-Cabernet blend provides surprising body, and it's smoother and fuller than most inexpensive rosés. The dry, light finish makes this a perfect spring choice for anything from sipping to light dining. Best Buy. —M.M.",,7,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2000 Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2000-rose-navarra/,Rosé,2000,Vega Sindoa
,White,Spain,"There's a wealth of oak over the apple and pear fruit in this affordable white. The rich, full mouthfeel suggests a higher price point, but this year's version seems heavier on the wood than previous vintages, and to my fruit-seeking palate, pushes the edge of balance. Call it a sucker-punch—it still tastes real good. —M.M.",Barrel Fermented,11,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 2000 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-2000-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,2000,Vega Sindoa
,White,Italy,,,13,87,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Terre di Genestra 1999 Catarratto (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-genestra-1999-italian-white-catarratto-sicilia/,Catarratto,1999,Terre di Genestra
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Black fruit and plenty of oak create a dark flavor profile for this Merlot. The animal and earth elements noted in more than a few South African reds adds an unexpected complexity, but like Burgundian barnyard, some tasters will have trouble with it. The long finish of tart plum, chocolate and oak wraps it up nicely. Best drunk now through 2004. —M.M.",,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 1998 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-1998-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1998,Warwick
,Red,US,"From old vines, this is a sumptuous Zin, packed with wild berry, chocolate, pepper, tobacco and herb aromas and flavors. Bone-dry, it features a scour of tannins that suggests age-ability. This round, balanced wine is soft enough to drink now. —S.H.",Dos Rancheros,18,87,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Galleano 1999 Dos Rancheros Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galleano-1999-rancheros-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Galleano
,Red,Spain,"This is an easy drinker—not an intellectual, “serious” wine—but it displays more tasty ripe fruit than many more pretentious offerings. The nose is a blender-mix of ripe berry, cocoa, banana hints and smoky, toasty oak. The palate is flavorful, with ripe but dry strawberry and raspberry fruit. It's fairly light in weight and closes with a nice berry-spice fade—a quaff with class. Best Buy. —M.M.",Codice,9,87,Central Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Manchuela,,Dominio de Eguren 1999 Codice Red (Vino de la Tierra de Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-1999-codice-red-vino-tierra-manchuela/,Red Blend,1999,Dominio de Eguren
12,Red,Spain,"A slight whiff of animale and spiced pie crust melds seamlessly into a brightly fruited, light-weight wine that's loaded with cherry and blackberry fruit. The tannins are negligible, but the acidity is pure and clean, giving a juicy, palate-cleansing effect that finishes with a hint of green herbs. A perfect picnic red to go with sandwiches or quiche.",,10,87,Northern Spain,Somontano,,Bodegas Pirineos 1999 Moristel (Somontano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-pirineos-1999-spanish-red-moristel-somontano/,Moristel,1999,Bodegas Pirineos
12.5,Red,Spain,,,10,88,Andalucia,Cadiz,,Viña Lucia 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Cadiz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-lucia-1998-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-cadiz/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,1998,Viña Lucia
13,Red,South Africa,"Earthy, deep and brooding are words that best describe the robust nose, which is followed by cherry, plum and apple-skin flavors. Overall it's sweet and juicy, with fine acidity and a touch of tomato and earth that make it similar to a Bordeaux red.",,23,88,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Rust en Vrede
,Red,US,"The nose mixes interesting notes of beet, cola and crème caramel, and the wine is still quite young, unresolved and slightly prickly in the mouth. But there is good concentration and all the components for a fine Pinot, given a bit more time in bottle. —P.G.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,36,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 1999 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1999-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Adelsheim
12.5,Red,Spain,"This stylistic wine shows red cabbage and borscht, plus a slight dill character, on the nose. The palate follows suit, with Bing cherries and cedar that integrate with the full, nonassertive tannins. Best Buy. —C.S.",,10,88,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Bohigas 1999 Red (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bohigas-1999-tempranillo-blend-catalonia/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Bohigas
,Red,US,"This controversial wine engendered major differences of opinion. Some tasters rated it excellent; others thought it in decline. Notes on this wine range from dumb and minty, thin and drying out, going down fast (from the naysayers) to rich, dry, sweet-tart fruit, a big smooth feel, a long plum-and-prune finish and life through mid-decade (from its proponents). One to try for yourself. Disparate scores. Drink now–2006, or past its best, depending on whom you believe.",Artist Series,75,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1987 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1987-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1987,Kenwood
16.5,Red,Spain,"A Banyuls-style dessert wine made from Garnacha. Molasses and dried fruits start the nose off, jumping into flavors of caramel and toffee. The wine is sweet but not cloying, meaning it has grit for a dessert wine. Perfect at the end of a meal. Can be drunk now or will age for a number of years. —C.S.",Vi Dolç,70,88,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Joan D'Anguera 1998 Vi Dolç Red (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-danguera-1998-vi-dolc-red-tarragona/,Red Blend,1998,Joan D'Anguera
,Red,Spain,"Catalonia, in Spain's northeast, is a home to many grapes also grown in France's Rhône Valley. Which home is the home is a dispute to avoid here, but don't avoid this tasty, affordable 50-50 Garnacha-Cariñena (or en Français, Grenache-Carignane) blend. The complex aromas of dark fruit, rosemary, lavender, smoke and leather are impressive. The sweet-tart fruit, offset by game, licorice and oak accents, rides a tangy mouthfeel, and the dry finish displays a hint of gunpowder. It's juicy, but not simple; in fact, the wine's gamy notes may be too much for some. Still, this offers real character in a price range where far too many wines lack any identity. Drink now–2006+. Best Buy. —M.M.",,12,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Onix 1999 Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/onix-1999-red-priorat/,Red Blend,1999,Onix
,Red,US,,Klipsun,29,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Foris 1997 Klipsun Meritage (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-1997-klipsun-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,1997,Foris
,Red,Spain,"La Planella is blended exclusively for the U.S. market. Extended maceration adds to the bright purple color and complexity of this wine, which has rich blackberry fruit and soft tannins. —C.S.",la Planella,19,88,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Joan D'Anguera 2000 la Planella Red (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-danguera-2000-planella-red-tarragona/,Red Blend,2000,Joan D'Anguera
,Red,US,"Half Merlot, 40% Cabernet Franc and just 10% Cabernet Sauvignon is the formula for this thick, heavy-set Bordeaux blend. It carries the weight handily, showing plummy, sweet fruit and lots of mocha flavor from aging in 80% new oak. Soft, thick tannins lead into a smooth, flavorful finish. —P.G.",,40,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Valley View 1999 Meritage (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-southern-rogue-valley/,Meritage,1999,Valley View
,White,US,"Opens with a powerful blast of spiced apple, peach and pear aromas. A lush overlay of oak adds smoke, vanilla and buttered toast, but the wine remains balanced. Notable for the integration of fruit, lively acidity and oak, this racy wine is a great value. Best Buy. —S.H.",Dunning Vineyard,12,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Sass 1998 Dunning Vineyard Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sass-1998-dunning-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Sass
13.9,Port/Sherry,US,"Inky colored, with extracted blackberry, pepper and tarragon aromas and flavors. Rich and smooth, nutty elements show on the palate and open to a cassis, grilled nut and cracked pepper finish of medium length. Packaged with an interesting mock-engraved pewter label that will get people talking, as will the 19.9% alcohol.",Port,27,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Port Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-port-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,EOS
13.2,White,US,"Here is a big, forward, friendly fruit bomb, which hits you with bold, lemon/apple fruit flavors and a generous amount of toasty, buttery oak. There's nothing complex here, but it's all in scale, big-boned, user-friendly and altogether quite likeable. Best Buy. —P.G.",,10,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 2000 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Eola Hills
,Red,US,"From a great appellation, this wine displays true Pinot notes of raspberry and tomato, sautéed mushroom and crushed hard spices, smoke, vanilla and toast. There's a scent of wild honey that carries through the finish, but the wine is fully dry. Light and evanescent, it has lots of charm. —S.H.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Royal Oaks 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Royal Oaks
13.5,Red,US,"If this doesn't present quite the depth of the Reserve, it's almost as tasty, displaying a similar but scaled-down profile. The black cherry core is complemented by toast and anise notes atop an easy mouthfeel. Finishes with more of the same, turning a bit firmer, with modestly drying tannins. Drinking now until 2004.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,EOS
13.2,Red,US,"Again, this is a tight wine still wrapped up in youthful tannins. The nose hints of earth and ash, its dark fruit emerging slowly to reveal flavors of bark, root and soil. Still quite tannic and closed up, but promising. —P.G.",Estate Grown,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1999 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1999-estate-grown-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bethel Heights
,White,US,"This bottling is softer and more forward than the Clone 96, and a good case could be made for blending the two, though the winery explains that they tried it and didn't like the results. Here are tropical fruit flavors of pineapple and banana, fronting a rich, lush wine that is ready right now. —P.G.",Stoller Vineyard Clone 76,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Adelsheim 1999 Stoller Vineyard Clone 76 Chardonnay (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1999-stoller-vineyard-clone-76-chardonnay-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Adelsheim
,Red,US,"The dark, almost black color hints at the deep ripeness. Aromas of blackberry and black cherry jam, espresso and chocolate leap from the glass, with smoke, toast and vanilla nuances from oak aging. Very dry, with good depth of flavor and hefty tannins. Will benefit from a few years in the cellar. —S.H.",,16,88,California,South Coast,Temecula,Baily 1999 Merlot (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baily-1999-merlot-south-coast-temecula/,Merlot,1999,Baily
,Red,US,"This is a lovely, solid effort, especially noteworthy for the Rogue Valley, whose Pinots generally don't show as well as those from the northern Willamette. Clean, crisp and varietal, it displays pure cherry/berry fruit, livened with sassafras and a bit of spice. Balanced and sweet, it conveys a powerful charm. —P.G.",,35,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1999 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1999-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Griffin Creek
14,Red,South Africa,"Very international in style, with a dark berry and sweet oak bouquet. It's smooth on the tongue, with licorice accents and a similar profile to that of the nose. Picks up a nice cocoa note on the long, even finish. This can be criticized for being a bit anonymous with its ultrasmooth feel and dark toast patina, but it sure is tasty, and will have wide appeal. Drink now–2004. —M.M.",,16,88,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 1998 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-1998-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1998,Morgenhof
14,Red,Spain,"Dark but alluring cola, burnt coffee and leathery notes open onto an equally smoldering blackberry, coffee and oak-laden palate. Richly textured in the mouth, it finishes with dry tarry flavors and intense tannins.",Pasanau La Planeta,40,88,Catalonia,Priorat,,Celler Pasanau 1998 Pasanau La Planeta Red (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasanau-germans-1998-planeta-red-priorat/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Celler Pasanau
,White,US,"Clean and tart, with crisp green apple fruit and a nice richness through the midpalate. It's well integrated, with balanced acids and oak complementing the ripe fruit in a food-friendly style. Best Buy. —P.G.",,12,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cooper Mountain 1999 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-mountain-1999-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cooper Mountain
,Red,US,"Plummy, toasty fruit launches this into a friendly orbit right out of the bottle. It's got nice weight and some depth, and there is plenty of tannin to finish it out. The clean, attractive fruit tastes of beet root and ripe cherries. —P.G.",,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tualatin Estate 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tualatin-estate-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Tualatin Estate
14.5,Red,South Africa,"A well-structured wine with fine fruit-acid balance, this has a quite dry dark berry core accented on the nose by smoky oak, anise and tarragon notes. Licorice and leather add palate interest, and firm, drying tannins show on the finish. Dark and handsome, it's drinkable now, but will be at its best from mid-2003 through 2006. —M.M.",,15,88,Stellenbosch,,,Kumkani 2000 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,2000,Kumkani
,Red,Spain,"It's all about fruit, and the depth of fruit sings in this Monastrell (a. k. a. Mourvèdre, Mataro) that's made from 50-year-old vines in the Bullas DO in Spain's southeast. Ripe and smooth, it has a rich berry and vanilla nose, and an even, spice-accented palate. Finishes dry, with cocoa and mild sweet- spice notes. —M.M.",Crianza,25,88,Levante,Bullas,,Partal 1998 Crianza Monastrell (Bullas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/partal-1998-crianza-mourvedre-monastrell-bullas/,Monastrell,1998,Partal
14.3,White,US,"There is an attractive, creamy mouthfeel to this Pinot Gris, which showcases fresh citrus fruit with spicy vanilla flavors coming from the barrel aging. It's a beautifully balanced, precision-tooled effort that is big but avoids palate fatigue by staying light on its feet. —P.G.",Founder's Reserve,18,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 2000 Founder's Reserve Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-2000-founders-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.4,White,US,"A winning effort from this budget producer. It starts with a fine-tuned, lightly spicy bouquet, leading into appealing apple/pear flavors. Crisp and spicy, with good fleshy fruit and a lingering flavor of cinnamon, nicely set off with just the right amount of acid. Best Buy. —P.G",,12,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Erath 2000 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Erath
,Red,Spain,"This, the “second wine” from Gago, has less depth than its big brother, but greater overt appeal in many ways—a scaled-down version of similar elements. Decidedly more accessible, it's lighter, shows more fruit and wears less oak. On the nose, the dark fruit displays a creaminess and a faint lavender note that offsets the classic Tinta de Toro meat and earth. Round in the mouth, its dark chocolate and coffee elements play out on the long, solidly tannic finish. Drink now through 2005. Best Buy. —M.M.",Dehesa Gago,12,88,Northern Spain,Toro,,Gago 2000 Dehesa Gago  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gago-2000-dehesa-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2000,Gago
13.5,Red,US,"From 23-year-old vines, this limited (102 cases) unfiltered Pinot has a thick, murky look. It smells of strawberry/cherry preserves, and carries those sweet preserve flavors throughout. Medium-weight and properly balanced, it mixes its generous fruit with barrel toast and firm tannins. —P.G.",Twelve Row Block,75,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1998 Twelve Row Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1998-twelve-row-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Sokol Blosser
13.5,Red,US,"Another limited production (212 case), unfiltered wine from Sokol Blosser's oldest vines. This one shows sweet cherry scents, mint and tobacco—a very flavorful blend of fruit and leaf. Forward, plump and sweet, with a lively, spicy finish. —P.G.",Old Vineyard Block,65,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1998 Old Vineyard Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1998-old-vineyard-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Sokol Blosser
,White,Spain,"A graceful white made of an old Galician grape that was nearly extinct before a handful of pioneer-preservationists rescued it from oblivion. Dry and flavorful, with a lovely thyme-sage bouquet and nutty flavors, this smoothly textured wine is worth seeking out. The long finish displays a fine perfume with a similar herb-nut character. This unique white will pair well with a seafood and lighter meats. —M.M.",,16,89,Northern Spain,Valdeorras,,Viña Godeval 2000 White (Valdeorras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-godeval-2000-white-valdeorras/,White Blend,2000,Viña Godeval
,Red,US,"From the warmer, inland part of the valley, this Bordeaux blend is dominated by Cabernet Franc. Herbs—rosemary, thyme and oregano—highlight the aroma, with a hint of berries. The flavors are much fruitier, and the acid-tannin balance is fine. —S.H.",Aristocrat,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1999 Aristocrat Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-aristocrat-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Royal Oaks
14,Red,South Africa,"Made of fruit from 27-year-old vines, this is built on a solid core of deep dark berry fruit nicely framed in toasty oak. The full, smooth palate is nuanced, showing plenty of character in its barnyard notes and accents of leather and bitter chocolate. Impressive Pinotage that closes with good length. Drink now through 2005. —M.M.",Old Bush Vines,17,89,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 1999 Old Bush Vines Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-1999-old-bush-vines-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,1999,Warwick
13.5,Red,Spain,An opaque wine with a bright purple color brings red raspberries and fresh vegetables that integrate well with toasty cedar. Tannins are firm but not aggressive in this Cabernet Sauvignon (70%) Tempranillo (20%) and Merlot (10%) blend.,Guelbenzu EVO,22,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Guelbenzu 1999 Guelbenzu EVO Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-guelbenzu-1999-guelbenzu-evo-red-navarra/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Bodegas Guelbenzu
13.6,Red,US,"Pretty and richly scented, this wine is stuffed with black cherry fruit, lightly accented with toast and coffee. Still so tightly wound that its richer dimensions remain a bit veiled. Needs more bottle time to really strut its stuff. —P.G.",Southeast Block Reserve,40,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1999 Southeast Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1999-southeast-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bethel Heights
13,Red,US,"This taut, steely Chardonnay, muscular and firm, tastes of stone, mineral, herb and citrus. It's a complex, appealing mix, supported by vivid acids. Fine length and precise, elegant flavors with a light touch on the oak. This is high-wire Chardonnay. Best Buy. —P.G.",Estate Grown,15,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1999 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1999-estate-grown-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Bethel Heights
,Red,Spain,"This Bordeaux blend from extreme northeastern Spain is balanced and even, flavorful and silky. From the earth, leather and mint nose through tart berry and faintly anise-tinged flavors, it's surprisingly elegant. Finishes dry, with gentle tannins and hints of licorice, earth and mushrooms. There's much to like in this smooth operator's impressive, supple feel and round, balanced flavors. Drink now through 2005. —M.M.",,39,89,Northern Spain,Emporadà-Costa Brava,,Oliver Conti 1998 Red (Emporadà-Costa Brava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliver-conti-1998-red-emporada-costa-brava/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Oliver Conti
14.1,Red,US,"Blueberry in the mouth, with a little more oak than I'd like, the Edizione Pennino (named for Coppola's maternal grandfather, Francesco Pennino) has sweet earth and luscious blackberry aromas on the nose. Finishes with blue and red fruit, plus a smoldering matchsticky note. This is a sexy, button-pushing wine, however much this note may have simplified it. —D.M.",Edizione Pennino,40,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Niebaum-Coppola 1999 Edizione Pennino Zinfandel (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1999-edizione-pennino-zinfandel-napa-rutherford/,Zinfandel,1999,Niebaum-Coppola
,Red,US,"Opens darkly sweet with an expressive nose showing clove, chocolate, tobacco and eucalyptus. This wears its oak more openly on the deep blackberry fruit, offering black licorice and caramel accents. Closes juicy but firm, with good structure and a briary note. Drink now–2003.",Artist Series,75,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1990 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1990-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1990,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Rich and concentrated, this South Coast wine has berry and stone fruit flavors and a cut of herbs and olives. It's a little low in acidity, but very silky on the palate, and finishes with an elegant flourish. —S.H.",Reserve,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1999 Reserve Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-reserve-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1999,Royal Oaks
,White,US,"Pricey, but an example of the promise this area shows for this white Rhône variety. It's an interesting wine, dry and crisp, yet rich in fruity extract. The creamy-smooth texture frames the zesty peach, citrus, herb, chocolate and floral flavors perfectly. —S.H.",Lotus Cuvée,28,89,California,South Coast,,Orfila 1998 Lotus Cuvée Viognier,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1998-lotus-cuvee-viognier-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Viognier,1998,Orfila
13,Red,US,"Made from purchased grapes, this clear, bright wine offers sweet fruit packaged in a clean, elegant style. The spotlight is on the fruit, sweet and pure, accented with light spice and finishing with a hint of mocha. —P.G.",Nysa Vineyard,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1999 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1999-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bethel Heights
13,Red,Spain,,EVO,22,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Guelbenzu 1998 EVO Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-1998-evo-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Guelbenzu
14.5,Red,US,"Medium weight and tasty, with a nose of blackberries accented by earth and toast. In the mouth, the wine is ripe and flavorful, with chocolate and dark toast elements offsetting sweet fruit. Shows more structure than the regular bottling, and closes longer, too. Drink now through 2005+.",Reserve,24,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,EOS
,Red,US,"This is a balanced, classy effort, well ripened but not at all raisiny or overextracted. Classic Pinot flavors of sassafras and cherry, with some licorice coming through in the finish. Not a big wine, it nonetheless shows supple texture and enough depth to warrant the single- vineyard bottling. —P.G.",Weber Vineyards,52,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 1999 Weber Vineyards Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-weber-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rex Hill
13,White,South Africa,"Fragrant and very well-balanced, this opens with a grapefruit, grass and mild tropical fruit nose. It's even and full on the tongue, with a ripe melon-spice palate. The long, smooth finish has a melony feel and tangerine hints. Shows fine Sauvignon Blanc character and avoids edgy, exaggerated herbaceousness. Best Buy. —M.M.",Family Vinters,8,89,Stellenbosch,,,Malan 2001 Family Vinters Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/malan-2001-family-vinters-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Malan
,White,Spain,"Aromas of toasted coconut, marshmallow and caramel corn. On the palate, this wine exhibits bright acidity with flavors of creamy banana and lemon-peel with a slight minerality. Well-balanced with a clean tangy finish. Drink now til 2005. Best Buy. —C.S.",Barriqua,14,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Otazu 1999 Barriqua Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otazu-1999-barriqua-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,1999,Otazu
14,Red,South Africa,"Opens with a full, handsome nose displaying a vibrant spectrum of ripe berry cream, coffee, smoke, bacon and spice aromas. Evenly textured and not at all heavy, the palate offers similar flavors framed by judiciously used oak. Finishes with modest tannins and more smoky oak notes. It's delicious if not terrifically deep. Drink now through 2004. —M.M.",,25,89,Stellenbosch,,,Genesis 1999 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/genesis-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1999,Genesis
,Red,US,"Some Pinots have a distinctly feminine character, and this graceful, elegant wine is a good example. Fine, ripe cherry fruit highlights a silky wine that smoothly rolls across the palate. Seamless and delicious, it concludes with soft tannins in a long finish. —P.G.",Jacob-Hart Vineyard,52,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 1999 Jacob-Hart Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-jacob-hart-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rex Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Everything comes together in this handsome Zinfandel, Sangiovese and Petite Sirah blend. A bouquet of dark raspberry and deep floral notes opens to a full palate of  similar flavors with leather and black pepper accents. This has a lively tang on the tongue and a big finish, with mouth-coating but even tannins. This notable value may be consumed now, but will be even better in a year. Best Buy.",Synergy,11,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Novella 1999 Synergy Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novella-1999-synergy-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,1999,Novella
,Red,Spain,"Solidly built, with the rugged, earthy manner of Toro, this dense, structured red from Telmo Rodriguez wears a heavy, toasty oak cloak over a dark fruit core. Opening aromas of black cherry, dried flowers, earth and meat give way to a full, smooth palate of similar profile, with black chocolate and earth shadings. More black chocolate and espresso show on the long, firmly tannic finish. Give this at least two to three years; best from 2005 to 2010. —M.M.",,20,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Gago 1999  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gago-1999-red-toro/,Red Blend,1999,Gago
12.5,Red,US,"Well-crafted, with a good, deep color and classic aromas of blackcurrants, cassis, green olives and a smoky layer of sweetly charred oak. Drinks rich and ripe, with pronounced berry flavors that are wrapped in dry, dusty tannins. Soft acids make it round and supple in the mouth, but limit its ageability. —S.H.",,16,90,California,South Coast,Temecula,Mount Palomar 1997 Meritage (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-palomar-1997-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-south-coast-temecula/,Meritage,1997,Mount Palomar
,Red,Spain,"Deep ruby in color, with dark berry, cinnamon, wild flowers and toasty mineral notes on the nose. This velvety wine has flavors of raspberries and bittersweet chocolate with soft chewy tannins and cedar undertones. Has potential to evolve into an even greater wine with time. Cellar Selection. —C.S.",Reserva,19,90,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Otazu 1997 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/otazu-1997-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,1997,Otazu
,Red,US,"The vineyard is owned by the former governor of Oregon, and the wine greets you with a firm handshake and a smile. A ripe, round nose shows ripe, forward fruit, generous and spicy. In the mouth it is textured and sleek, with a sculpted, elegant mouthfeel. It is  ageworthy, and not overblown. —P.G.",Goldschmidt Vineyard,36,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Adelsheim 1999 Goldschmidt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1999-goldschmidt-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Adelsheim
13.5,Red,US,"This lovely wine appeals instantly with its racy, tannic fruit, balanced weight and textured layers of flavor. There's plenty of acid backbone and distinct flavors of mineral and soil, adding welcome dimension and depth of flavor. —P.G.",Karina Vyd,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Karina Vyd Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-karina-vyd-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"Big and inky, with a brawny flavor profile and feel, this solid Petite Sirah delivers deep black-fruit flavors with attractive meat, earth and herb accents. It's weighty, with good acidity and a full, long finish that possesses substantial tannins—this is not a sipping wine. Best 2004–2010+. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,22,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Reserve Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1999,EOS
,Red,Spain,"A complex bouquet of inky fruit, meat, dry-rub spices and pronounced clove and cinnamon elements segues into deep black fruit and coffee on the smooth, mid-weight palate. The often-rustic Toro character is beautifully handled, showing elegance without losing typicity or power. This structured wine closes full and dry, with a reprise of the spice notes and mouth-coating but even tannins. Drink 2004–2010+, or now, with hearty food. Best Buy. —M.M.",,10,90,Northern Spain,Toro,,Venta Mazzaron 2000  Toro,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venta-mazzaron-2000-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,2000,Venta Mazzaron
,White,US,"The winery planted several different Dijon clones a few years back, and decided to bottle them separately in 1999, hence the unwieldy name. This is a young, hard, assertive and distinctly Burgundian effort, ripe and well structured. There is firm, tart, lemony fruit nicely layered with French oak, and nuanced with hazelnuts through the long finish. —P.G.",Stoller Vineyard,30,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Adelsheim 1996 Stoller Vineyard Chardonnay (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1996-stoller-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Adelsheim
13.5,Red,US,"Sokol Blosser makes three different block-designated Pinots, all unfiltered and quite limited (198 cases of this one). Its full, rich bouquet has an arresting blend of raisins, tea, cherry-tobacco and Port-like scents. Underneath are nuances of licorice and tobacco, and it smells and tastes like a Chianti riserva. Lovely weight, perfect ripeness and good persistence. —P.G.",Watershed Block,65,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1998 Watershed Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1998-watershed-block-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Sokol Blosser
,Red,US,"Browning, with a tobacco, carob, earth and pine bouquet, this medium-weight bottling wears its age with class. The fruit is fully mature and starting to fade, but there's enough left to support tasty, complex spice and earth notes. Inherently well-balanced, it finishes long, still showing good acids and tannins, with attractive smoke, coffee and meat notes. Drink now.",Artist Series,75,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1986 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1986-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1986,Kenwood
14,Red,South Africa,"Kumkani means “king” in Xhosa, and this has a rather royal bearing, displaying good depth of fruit and the unique earthiness particular to certain South African reds. The fruit positively shines on the dry, supple palate, picking up earth, game and herb notes. A structured wine, it's built to last, with solid tannins on the lengthy close. Drink from 2004 to 2006 and beyond. Best Buy. —M.M.",,13,90,Stellenbosch,,,Kumkani 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumkani-2000-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2000,Kumkani
,Red,South Africa,"The color is opaque and the nose is tight, meaty and earthy. The mouth offers layers of bittersweet chocolate and powerful blackberries. It's a tad hedonistic and heavy, with all sorts of overflowing fruit, but isn't that what most people want in a modern red wine? ––M.S.",,37,90,Paarl,,,Veenwouden 1998 Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veenwouden-1998-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,1998,Veenwouden
,Red,US,"Once the sulfury fumes blow off, you get aromas of plums and tobacco and peppery spices. This wine shows how good Barbera can be when grown in a warm area like Temecula. It's rich, round, soft, lush and velvety, and very dry, with exquisite tannins. There are even layers of complexity. —S.H.",,15,90,California,South Coast,South Coast,Rey Sol 1999 Barbera (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rey-sol-1999-barbera-south-coast/,Barbera,1999,Rey Sol
,Red,US,"More ripe and lush, even more aromatically complex than the 1990. The bouquet is intense with toast, earth, mushroom, animal and mint notes. In the mouth it shows dark, underbrush-like notes with overripe fruit and leather notes. Ends warm, with ripe tannins and more dark fruit. Drink now–2006.",Artist Series,75,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1991 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1991-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1991,Kenwood
13,Red,South Africa,"The dry, tart berry, earth and tobacco profile is appealingly elegant, as is the lean but solid feel and good acidity. Closes long with tobacco and spice notes, and could pass for a Bordeaux cru bourgeois, or even a lesser classified growth. It's drinking well now, but should improve further through 2004. Editors' Choice. —M.M.",Premiere Selection,20,90,Stellenbosch,,,Morgenhof 1997 Premiere Selection Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgenhof-1997-premiere-selection-red-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Blend,1997,Morgenhof
14,Red,Spain,"This deep purple opaque, wine possesses dried sage and milk chocolate with an underlying dustiness on the nose. The tannins are full but will integrate with time. An enjoyable, rich chewy wine to be consumed in 1–3 years. —C.S.",Finca L'Argata,21,90,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Joan D'Anguera 1999 Finca L'Argata Red (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-danguera-1999-finca-largata-red-tarragona/,Red Blend,1999,Joan D'Anguera
13,Red,Spain,"A smoky, cedar nose starts this wine off, followed by plum and black-olive flavors. Finishes with great depth and richness. A well-structured wine that is a blend of Tempranillo (50%), Merlot (30%), Garnacha (10%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%), Lautus is the Latin word for “magnificent,” and is made only in years the winery considers exceptional. —C.S.",Lautus,58,90,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Guelbenzu 1996 Lautus Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guelbenzu-1996-lautus-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,1996,Guelbenzu
,Red,Spain,"Canary Islands wine? Yes indeed, with appealing black cherry fruit, dark chocolate and tar aromas and flavors wrapped in firm, toasty oak. This 65% Listan Negro and 35% Negramoll blend rides a lean frame, similar in weight and texture to a mainstream Rioja or Tuscan red. Finishes long and smooth with even, well-dispersed tannins. Tasty now, and should hold or improve through 2004. —M.M.",Barrica,38,90,Spanish Islands,Tacoronte-Acentejo,,Crater 1998 Barrica Red (Tacoronte-Acentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crater-1998-barrica-red-tacoronte-acentejo/,Red Blend,1998,Crater
,Red,US,"This bottling is  the winery's top cuvée, a blend of the best lots of the other single vineyard Pinots. Tight and steely, its tart, cranberry fruit plays hard against a background of mineral, herb and light coffee. Clearly ageworthy, it has the complexity and structure to merit the score. Cellar Selection. —P.G.",Joe Dobbes Signature Cuvée,60,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Joe Dobbes Signature Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-joe-dobbes-signature-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
14,Red,South Africa,"There's very little to take issue with here. It's an intense, extracted mouth-filling beauty with leather, black plum and licorice aromas. The palate is plush, creamy and packed full of vanilla and kirsch. What a ripe and ready red you'll find in this Bordeaux-style blend; drink sooner rather than later. ––M.S.",Classic,37,91,Paarl,,,Veenwouden 1998 Classic Red (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veenwouden-1998-classic-red-paarl/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Veenwouden
13.5,Red,US,"This has long been a top Oregon Pinot, and it shows its breeding in this tricky vintage. The nose is redolent of sweet, grapey cherries, aromatic and quite pretty. In the mouth extra dimensions emerge: fruit, mineral and earth. Balanced and tight, some additional cellaring will flesh it out and let it unwrap. Editors' Choice. —P.G.",Flat Block Reserve,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1999 Flat Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1999-flat-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bethel Heights
14.1,Red,US,"Weighty and supple, this continues the strong mid-90s run with its dark fruit, toast and herb nose. There's a touch of sweet sur-maturité (overripeness) here, but there's tangy acidity, too, to keep it together. It's deep and sweet, with blackberry, chocolate and herb flavors and a lengthy, smooth black pepper and anise-tinged finish. Drink now–2007, probably sooner rather than later.",Artist Series,70,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1996 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1996-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Kenwood
,Red,Spain,"Every now and then a knockout wine comes along that doesn't cost a fortune, like this star. Full, ripe fruit and deftly used oak team up to provide an inviting nose and compelling palate. The strength and depth of the fruit is impressive—it just continues to open and shine, as opposed to being embalmed in oak. Keeps you wanting more, right through the satisfying finish. Buy this model of affordable excellence by the case. You could hold this through 2005—but I bet you won't. Editors' Choice. —M.M.",Tres Picos,13,91,Northern Spain,Campo de Borja,,Borsao 2000 Tres Picos Garnacha (Campo de Borja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borsao-2000-tres-picos-grenache-garnacha-campo-borja/,Garnacha,2000,Borsao
,Red,US,"Leaner in profile and not quite as deep as the 1992, but nicely structured and attractive. This has a slightly more Bordeaux-like feel and balance and displays a cherry, earth, tobacco and herb bouquet. Blueberry, plum and espresso show on the even, smooth palate. It closes long with soft, ripe tannins and the herb notes atop the dark fruit. Drink now–2005.",Artist Series,75,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1993 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1993-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1993,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Impressively plummy and chocolatey, the Merlot in this reads strongly, though it's actually 2 percent less than in the 1991. The wine is full and still firm, with copious aromas and flavors of cedar and menthol, raisins and cocoa. Closes fairly long with dark tart-sweet fruit and nice, still slightly tight tannins. This will keep. Drink now through 2008; best after 2004.",Artist Series,75,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1992 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1992-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1992,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Maresh (pronounced marsh) has been a benchmark Pinot producer for decades, as this lovely wine demonstrates. There is a smoky, almost chipotle-like character laced into the sweet fruit. It's a young wine, still showing tangy acids and slightly chalky tannins, but there is a lot of texture and depth already, and a couple more years in bottle will bring it all together. —P.G.",Maresh Vineyard,52,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 1999 Maresh Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-maresh-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rex Hill
,White,US,"At its best, Oregon Pinot Blanc is the most exciting white wine made in the state, and this definitely is the grape at its best. Soft scents of melon and banana lead into a panoply of lively mixed green fruits flavors. Elegant, supple, fresh and refreshing, this is an excellent, layered, nimble food wine. Best Buy. —P.G.",,12,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 2000 Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-2000-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Adelsheim
,Red,US,"This has long been Adelsheim's top Pinot, sourced entirely from the winery's oldest estate vineyard, which was planted in 1974. It's a lovely effort, with a deep, seductive bouquet that mingles rose petals, vanilla and sweet beet. Soft and layered, it shows flavors of fruit, root, spice, herb and even hints of mineral. Interesting, complex and subtle. Editors' Choice. —P.G.",Elizabeth's Reserve,36,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 1999 Elizabeth's Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1999-elizabeths-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Adelsheim
13.6,Red,US,"The lovely nose of rich briary fruit, licorice, vanilla cream and anise pulls you in to this luscious and lushly textured wine. It's very smooth and suave on the tongue, offering deep cassis flavors and tobacco accents. Long and dry, the finish shows spicy oak, berries and espresso. Drink now-2008.",Artist Series,65,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1995 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1995-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Kenwood
13.5,Red,Spain,"Ripe blackberry and cherry fruit and classy oak team up to deliver the goods in this palate-pleasing Cabernet Sauvignon. There's plenty of tobacco and earth, and in style and weight it's somewhere between Bordeaux and California, with a heavier nod to the former. Already delicious, this will hold well through the decade, maybe longer. It is an apt demonstration of why weight and density are less important than flavor, texture and balance. Take that, extraction junkies. Drink now through 2008 and beyond. Cellar Selection. —M.M.",Mas La Plana,25,92,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1997 Mas La Plana Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1997-mas-plana-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Torres
,Red,US,"A strong performance from a vintage considered among the best; this comes on and stays intense through the close. However, the wine's scale caused some doubts to be registered about its balance—it's pretty hot, and high in alcohol. Still, few argued with the toast, dark berry and licorice nose, the dark spicy-sweet flavors or rich, even mouthfeel. Closes long and a little hot, with large, mouthcoating tannins. Drink now–2006.",Artist Series,75,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1994 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1994-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Kenwood
14.3,Red,US,"From one of the largest and most highly touted vintages in a great decade, this is large and fairly fat. The cassis, fruitcake and menthol nose and sweet blackberry and chocolate palate aim to please…and do just that. It feels a bit low in acidity, making it lush and forward, displaying a bit of heat and a looser structure. Still, this pleasure package is young, and the long, dark finish shows even, well-dispersed tannins. Another winner in a streak, if maybe less of a keeper. Drink now–2009, again probably sooner rather than later.",Artist Series,75,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1997 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kenwood
14,Red,Spain,"“Mr. Shiraz” is what the late father Josep D'Anguerra was called. This Shiraz blend justifies that name. Josep started planting the grape back in 1977 and it is doing very well in Tarragona, giving us a wine that is bluish-black in color with a jammy blackberry nose and wisps of frying bacon. Rich tannins beautifully balance the intense fruit and tangy acids. Drink in 2–10 years. Cellar Selection. —C.S.",El Bugader,50,93,Catalonia,Tarragona,,Joan D'Anguera 1999 El Bugader Shiraz (Tarragona),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joan-danguera-1999-el-bugader-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-tarragona/,Shiraz,1999,Joan D'Anguera
,Red,US,"A terrific super-Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Rich and full-bodied, with obvious pedigree, it features great balance of ripe fruit, soft, dusty tannins and refreshing acidity. This is a first-rate wine that amply shows how good grapes can be in Temecula. —S.H.",Amante,16,93,California,South Coast,South Coast,Falkner 1999 Amante Sangiovese (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falkner-1999-amante-sangiovese-south-coast/,Sangiovese,1999,Falkner
,Red,US,"An amazing wine, with an impenetrable color, that begins with a burst of freshly ground black pepper sprinkled over blackberries, blueberries and rum-soaked plums, and rich scents of grilled, smoked meat. The flavors are dramatic and bold, all cherries, berries, chocolate and spices that change with every swirl. This dry, richly balanced wine is sheer heaven. —S.H.",,24,94,California,South Coast,Temecula,Hart 1999 Syrah (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hart-winery-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-temecula/,Syrah,1999,Hart
,Red,US,"This winery's top Pinot is a wonder especially in this superb vintage. Lush flavors blend cherry fruit, toasty oak, hints of coconut, chocolate and cinnamon into a complete and delicious whole. Detailed and supple, it fills the mouth with complex and focused flavors. The long, trailing finish is reminiscent of grand cru Burgundy. Cellar Selection. —P.G.",Reserve,48,94,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rex Hill
,Port/Sherry,US,"Black as ink, with glints of royal purple and gold, it opens with intense, penetrating aromas of dark chocolate, blackberry preserves and cassis, caramel, and a smoky, peppery note. Decadently rich, with 10% residual sugar, and heady, with 19% alcohol, but so delicious. The silky, velvety texture is pure seduction. This has got to be one of the best California Ports on the market. —S.H.",Vintage,42,95,California,South Coast,Temecula,Stuart Cellars 1998 Vintage Zinfandel (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stuart-cellars-1998-vintage-zinfandel-south-coast-temecula/,Zinfandel,1998,Stuart Cellars
12.5,Red,Italy,"Crisp bacon and herbal tannins are pretty much all you'll find. The finish is tannic and watery. Overall, you wonder, where's the fruit?",Rosso,12,80,Southern Italy,Cirò Classico,,San Francesco 1999 Rosso  (Cirò Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-francesco-1999-rosso-italian-red-gaglioppo-ciro-classico/,Gaglioppo,1999,San Francesco
13,Red,Argentina,,,9,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1998 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1998-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1998,Bodega Norton
12.5,Red,Argentina,,Elsa,8,80,Mendoza Province,,,Valentín Bianchi 2000 Elsa Barbera,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valentin-bianchi-2000-elsa-barbera-san-rafael/,Barbera,2000,Valentín Bianchi
12.5,Red,Argentina,"Some marshmallow and black cherry aromas peek through a veil of woody scents, but overall the wine is short on fruit. The primary flavors are woody and smoky, like the inside of a charred barrel; the finish hollow. —J.C.",Rio de Plata,7,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Etchart 1999 Rio de Plata Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etchart-1999-rio-plata-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Etchart
13,Red,Argentina,,,9,81,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1998 Sangiovese (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1998-sangiovese-mendoza/,Sangiovese,1998,Bodega Norton
,Red,US,,"2,400 Feet",26,81,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,"Jodar 1999 2,400 Feet Sangiovese (El Dorado)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jodar-1999-2-400-feet-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Sangiovese,1999,Jodar
13,Red,Italy,"Already browning at the rim, this wine seems prematurely old, with mature stewed fruit and leather aromas and flavors.",Rosso Classico,10,81,Southern Italy,Cirò,,Librandi 2000 Rosso Classico  (Cirò),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-2000-rosso-classico-italian-red-gaglioppo-ciro/,Gaglioppo,2000,Librandi
13.5,Red,Argentina,,,10,81,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 2000 Malbec (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-2000-malbec-cafayate/,Malbec,2000,Michel Torino
,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Sangiovese, Zinfandel and Nebbiolo, the name is Celtic for a mythological town under the sea. Unfortunately the wine has some very real problems, among them unevenly ripened grapes that put tea-like, green flavors right next to super-extracted fruity ones. It's also awkwardly sweet. —S.H.",Tir Na Nog,20,81,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Fitzpatrick 1999 Tir Na Nog Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitzpatrick-1999-tir-na-nog-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Red Blend,1999,Fitzpatrick
14,Red,Italy,,Santera,15,81,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Leone de Castris 1999 Santera  (Primitivo di Manduria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-1999-santera-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,1999,Leone de Castris
13.5,Red,US,"Smells great, with plummy, dusty, earthy notes that are clean and inviting, but then shocks the palate with a high degree of sugar. Not clear if this was a stuck fermentation or deliberate. Either way, the wine is awkward and almost insipid. Barbera should be dry. —S.H.",,13,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Enotria 1999 Barbera (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-1999-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Barbera,1999,Enotria
,Red,US,"There's a vegetal, canned asparagus note on the nose right next to deeper notes of blackberries. In the mouth, the wine is thick, extremely tannic and acidic, without a whole lot of fruit. In fact, the tannins are downright palate numbing. It might soften with age. —S.H.",,12,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Frey 2000 Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-2000-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,2000,Frey
9,White,Germany,,Piesporter Michelsberg,5,82,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Ludwig Neuhaus 2000 Piesporter Michelsberg Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ludwig-neuhaus-2000-piesporter-michelsberg-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Ludwig Neuhaus
,Red,US,"A seldom-used grape,  even in Bordeaux, this version is dark, tannic and aggressive, a tough wine offering little pleasure now and unlikely to improve. There are some plummy flavors. It's dry, and clean and simple. —S.H.",Reserve,21,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Mitchell 1999 Reserve Malbec (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchell-1999-reserve-malbec-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Malbec,1999,Mitchell
13,Red,Italy,"A slight funk, reminiscent of rhubarb or sauerkraut, detracts from the otherwise pleasant red berry aromas. A creamy mouthfeel complements milk chocolate and lactic flavors that turn tart and thin on the finish.",,6,82,Southern Italy,Salento,,Cantele 1998 Primitivo (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantele-1998-zinfandel-primitivo-salento/,Primitivo,1998,Cantele
13.5,Red,Italy,"Not a lot of structure, just sweet, dark cherry fruit for this Americanized wine. A good choice for a party or get-together with friends.",Mother Zin,11,82,Southern Italy,Apulia,,Borgo al Castello 1999 Mother Zin Primitivo (Apulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-al-castello-1999-mother-zin-zinfandel-primitivo-apulia/,Primitivo,1999,Borgo al Castello
13.5,Red,US,"Smells ripe and juicy, with piquant black cherry marmalade aromas complexed with smoky oak. Tastes fruity, too, and the berry flavors are deep and impressive. The wine is dry, with good acidity, and very clean. It's easy to drink, although it seems a bit overpriced. —S.H.",Private Reserve,28,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1998 Private Reserve Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1998-private-reserve-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,1998,Lolonis
13.5,Red,Italy,"Though it has nice white pepper notes that coat maple and black berry fruit aromas, there's lots of wood here from start to finish. Charred oak envelopes mixed berry fruit in the mouth, where the wine's texture falls flat. Residual woodiness on the back end lasts a little longer than we would have liked.",Marghia,17,82,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Jerzu Antichi Poderi 1998 Marghia  (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jerzu-antichi-poderi-1998-marghia-red-cannonau-sardegna/,Red Blend,1998,Jerzu Antichi Poderi
14,Red,Italy,Indian spices (particularly curry and turmeric) plus cola and black fruit notes stand out on the nose. Dry and somewhat thin in the mouth; raisiny-sweet black fruit and dry wood flavors bring you from palate to finish.,,24,82,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Sinfarosa 1998 Zinfandel (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinfarosa-1998-zinfandel-puglia/,Zinfandel,1998,Sinfarosa
13.5,Red,Argentina,,,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,San Telmo 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-telmo-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,San Telmo
13.5,Red,Italy,"A sweet, jammy whiskey-barrel nose promises more than this wine can deliver. The mouthfeel is somewhat syrupy, the sweet dark fruit flavor grows cloying, and the finish is rather thin.",Rosso,9,82,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Pozzi 1999 Rosso Nero d'Avola (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pozzi-1999-rosso-italian-red-nero-davola-sicilia/,Nero d'Avola,1999,Pozzi
12,Red,Argentina,,,7,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Eugenia 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-eugenia-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Santa Eugenia
,Red,US,"Smells rubbery and cardboardy, with a hint of blackberry. The flavors are juicy, and there's a real richness to the wine in the mouth. Yet it can't quite overcome its rustic nature. More like a homemade wine than a commercial release. —S.H.",,11,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Frey 2000 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-2000-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,2000,Frey
,Red,US,"Very dark. One sniff alerts you to problems. There's a vegetal note, somewhere between bell peppers and asparagus, that dominates. The wine is dense, tannic and acidic, and a faint core of dark berry frui. —S.H.",,11,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Frey 2000 Syrah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Syrah,2000,Frey
,White,US,"It's hard to find much to like here. There are watered-down aromas and flavors of apples, leaving the mouth feeling little but the cold temperature and sting of acids and alcohol. You could say it's clean, and inexpensive, but there's not much more here. —S.H.",,9,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 2000 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Dunnewood
13.5,White,US,"Here's a simple, everyday Chard with apple and peach flavors and soft acids, and oaky components. It satisfies the basic requirements for the varietal. The finish is noticeably sugary. From Kendall-Jackson. —S.H.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Camelot 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Camelot
,Red,US,"Awkward and simple, because the acids are tart and the fruit is too light and there isn't much else in the way of flavor. It's a light wine with very soft tannins. Might wake up with food. —S.H.",Vintners Blend,16,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Coulson Eldorado 2000 Vintners Blend Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coulson-eldorado-2000-vintners-blend-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Red Blend,2000,Coulson Eldorado
,Red,US,Overly ripe grapes have given this wine unbalanced aromas of stewed prunes and make it taste hot and ponderous. Cool nights preserved vital acidity but the fruit tastes cooked. You might almost think this was Syrah except for the tannins. The dry finish reprises the pruny theme. —S.H.,Reserve,28,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Domaine Saint Gregory 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gregory-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Saint Gregory
13,Red,Argentina,"In the mouth and on the finish, expect very tart black fruit, movie popcorn and an underlying metallic edge. Opens with aromas of blackgrapes, oak, plum and a little earthiness. —D.M.",,8,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Balbi
12.5,Red,Italy,"The star-bright ruby color will entice you, but there the excitement ends. Overall, it's thin and disappointing, and the finish is short.",Rosso,6,82,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Vezzani 2000 Rosso Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vezzani-2000-rosso-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,2000,Vezzani
13,Red,Argentina,This sweet and slightly syrupy blend of cola and raspberries turns tart and lemony on the finish—a combination of flavors and textures that quite meld togethe. —J.C.,,9,82,Other,Argentina,,San Huberto 1997 Malbec (Argentina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-huberto-1997-malbec-other/,Malbec,1997,San Huberto
,White,Italy,,Mastro,17,82,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 1998 Mastro Red (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1998-mastro-red-campania/,Red Blend,1998,Mastroberardino
,Red,US,"Struggles to drum up some interest, but it's hard to get excited. The wine has hot, cardboardy aromas of stewed prunes and mushrooms, and diluted berry flavors dominated by the heat of alcohol. It's pretty common stuff, but acceptable. —S.H.",,14,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Braren Pauli 1998 Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braren-pauli-1998-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,1998,Braren Pauli
,White,US,,,10,82,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Stonehedge
,Red,US,"After the pretty aromas, of subtle raspberry, gentle tobacco, smoke and freshly ground coffeebeans, you're ready for a dry, elegant wine. But what you get is bizarrely sweet and unnaturally soft. There's a cherry cough-medicine flavor that makes it hard to get past the first sip. —S.H.",Temecula Valley,12,82,California,South Coast,South Coast,Thornton 1999 Temecula Valley Sangiovese (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1999-temecula-valley-sangiovese-south-coast/,Sangiovese,1999,Thornton
,Red,US,"A super-Tuscan wannabe from the Sierra Foothills that's a blend of Sangiovese and three Bordeaux varieties, but doesn't quite hit the mark. Has some funky aromas and flavors of cola and Lifesavers candy, with a cough-medicine streak. —S.H.",Giocchino,16,82,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Sogno 2000 Giocchino Red (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogno-2000-giocchino-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Red Blend,2000,Sogno
13,Red,Argentina,,Selection Especial,10,82,Other,Tulum Valley,,Graffigna 1999 Selection Especial Cabernet Sauvignon (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-1999-selection-especial-cabernet-sauvignon-tulum-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Graffigna
,White,US,"Clove, peach and smoky-vanilla aromas lead to peach and citrus flavors that drink excessively sweet, almost off-dry in the sugar department. The flavors are pretty and the wine is crisp, but would be better if it were dry. —S.H.",,13,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Domaine Saint Gregory 1999 Pinot Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gregory-1999-pinot-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Domaine Saint Gregory
13,Red,Argentina,,,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Trapiche
8.5,White,Germany,,Urziger Wurzgarten Spätlese,23,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler 2000 Urziger Wurzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-pauly-bergweiler-2000-urziger-wurzgarten-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Dr. Pauly Bergweiler
,White,US,"It's a bit eccentric, with melon and butterscotch aromas and flavors that stretch the varietal boundaries, but it's not a bad everyday sipper. Clean, round and soft, an easy-drinking quaffer at a fair price. —S.H.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Amberhill 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amberhill-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Amberhill
,White,US,"Dust and earth aromas cover underlying apple flavors in this simple, rather sweet wine. Excessively soft acidity makes it drink syrupy. Still, it has basic Chard features and will satisfy most big crowds. —S.H.",,12,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Indigo Hills 2000 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indigo-hills-2000-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Indigo Hills
,Red,US,"An awkward wine, it begins with plummy, black cherry aromas and earth. It's overtly fruity, almost candied, with bright, sweet cherry and other red stone fruit and sugary cola flavors. Nice texture, but too sweet, and needs more stuffing and depth. —S.H.",Regan Vineyards,30,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Bargetto 2000 Regan Vineyards Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bargetto-2000-regan-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Bargetto
13.5,Red,Italy,"An opaque wine with much more on the palate than on the nose. Toasted cherries and cola combined with bountiful tannins make this an acceptable sipper, with a dry, pleasant finish.",Capello Di Prette,8,83,Southern Italy,Salento,,Candido 1997 Capello Di Prette Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candido-1997-capello-prette-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,1997,Candido
,Red,Italy,"Smells fortified and stewy—think Port, raisins and dried fruit. Ripasso-styled, with dry ,cedary-cooked fruit flavors in the mouth and on the finish. Full tannins, but not as integrated as we'd like.",,,83,Southern Italy,Salento,,Patriglione 1994 Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriglione-1994-red-salento/,Red Blend,1994,Patriglione
12.5,Red,Italy,"Dried sage, herbal and mint aromas give way to oak and dried cherry with a dusty mouthfeel. It'll work fine with a slice of pepperoni pizza.",,9,83,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Al Bano Carrisi 1997 Negroamaro (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/al-bano-carrisi-1997-italian-red-negroamaro-salice-salentino/,Negroamaro,1997,Al Bano Carrisi
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Wood and wood-derived flavors take center stage in the aptly named Oak Cask Malbec. On the nose, buttercream and oak aromas envelop black fruit. Flavors in the mouth are quite cedary, with tart mixed berries underneath. More cedar, fleshy red plum and a metallic tinge rounds out the finish. —D.M.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Trapiche 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trapiche-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Trapiche
13,Red,Italy,"Burnt cedar and slightly dusty raspberries on the nose introduce the dominant, raspberry note on the palate. The finish is clean, short and very berry. An easy-drinking beverage.",,9,83,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Feudo Monaci 2000 Negroamaro (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudo-monaci-2000-italian-red-negroamaro-salice-salentino/,Negroamaro,2000,Feudo Monaci
13,Red,Argentina,,,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Fantelli
12,Red,Italy,"Dried cherries, bay leaves and a whiff of smoked bacon tease the nose. The mouthfeel is hefty and tannic, but there is little fruit to support it. The finish is dusty and dry.",,25,83,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,La Casa Dell'Orco 1996  Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-dellorco-1996-red-taurasi/,Red Blend,1996,La Casa Dell'Orco
13.2,Red,Argentina,,Alto,9,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas 1999 Alto Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-1999-alto-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Terrazas
,Red,US,"From 40-year-old vines, this is an odd wine, with cherry cough-medicine, herbal aromas and a sharp taste. The acidity seems very high, making the wine tart, and there isn't enough berry flavor to offset it. If you can get past the rustic nature, it's okay. —S.H.",Sanel Valley Vineyard,15,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Milone 1999 Sanel Valley Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milone-1999-sanel-valley-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Milone
13.9,Red,US,"Some people will like this, but it's a lesson in what not to do with Zinfandel, especially from old vines. It's overly soft and too sweet, which makes it unbalanced. You can't appreciate the fine inherent flavors of the grapes. This is a Zin that would benefit from being drier, and more alcoholic. —S.H.",Beaucage Vineyard,30,83,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1999 Beaucage Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1999-beaucage-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Lolonis
,White,US,"Opens with apple and peach aromas and a funky, off-note that bothers. The flavors are spare and common. This rather tart wine is dry, with high acidity. Finishes with an earthiness. —S.H.",Busch Creek Vineyard,12,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Braren Pauli 1999 Busch Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braren-pauli-1999-busch-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Braren Pauli
14.1,White,US,,,30,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Teatown Cellars 2000 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teatown-cellars-2000-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Teatown Cellars
13.5,White,US,"Starts off with a somewhat yeasty aroma that later reveals lemon, pear and grapefruit on the palate. Squeaky clean on the finish.",,17,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Simi
13,Red,Argentina,"Aromas of fresh earth and dark berries match what lies on the palate—basic Merlot flavors of black raspberry fruit and earth. Tannins are soft. Not complex, but enjoyable. —C.S.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 1999 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-1999-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,1999,Fantelli
,Red,US,"Hate to say it, but this is the kind of wine Mendocino is struggling to leave behind. It's rough and earthy, and seems simultaneously underripe and overripe. Dry, with good tannins, it's not going anywhere. —S.H.",Frost Reserve,16,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Braren Pauli 1999 Frost Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braren-pauli-1999-frost-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Braren Pauli
8,White,Germany,,Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese,18,83,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 2000 Graacher Himmelreich Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friedrich-wilhelm-gymnasium-2000-graacher-himmelreich-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium
13.5,Red,Italy,"Some slightly skunky aromas give way to orange, anise and earth. Cranberry, orange and chocolate flavors are tartly appealing, but there's a tannic edge and a chalkiness that muffles the nuances.",Scaliere,10,83,Southern Italy,Salento,,Rosa Del Golfo 1999 Scaliere Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosa-golfo-1999-scaliere-red-salento/,Red Blend,1999,Rosa Del Golfo
13.5,Red,Argentina,,Reserva,17,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Terrazas 1999 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrazas-1999-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Terrazas
,White,US,"An awkward interpretation of this up-and-coming varietal. Starts with eccentric aromas of white chocolate and rum, and actually drinks a little sweet. There are peach flavors that taste like they were drizzled with honey. Not a bad wine, but strange for Pinot Gris. —S.H.",,14,83,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Claudia Springs 2000 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Claudia Springs
,Red,US,"A different blend from the Sanel, this one marries Petite Sirah to Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. It smells hot and overripe. There are some berry flavors, but it's tannic, acidic, and scours the mouth with heat and roughness. It will probably mellow with age, but now it's rustic. —S.H.",Bells Echo Vineyards Echo,30,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Milone 1997 Bells Echo Vineyards Echo Red (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milone-1997-bells-echo-echo-red-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Red Blend,1997,Milone
13.5,Red,Argentina,,Don David,14,83,Other,Cafayate,,Michel Torino 1999 Don David Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-torino-1999-don-david-cabernet-sauvignon-cafayate/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Michel Torino
12.5,Red,Italy,"A simple wine with grapey and caramel notes on the nose, which transform into sage and soy on the palate. The finish is soft. Where's the pizzazz?",,13,83,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Caputo 2000 Piedirosso (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caputo-2000-italian-red-piedirosso-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Piedirosso,2000,Caputo
13.2,White,US,"Varietal enough, with smoky, vanilla aromas, a hint of peach and apple flavors and a creamy mouthfeel. It's also dry, with a cut of tartness in the finish. The problem is a funky earthiness and a watery thinness that reduce its attractiveness. —S.H.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Campus Oaks 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Campus Oaks
14,White,US,"Toasty oak frames the citrus-like core here. Hints of pear and apple are also in evidence, finishing moderately. —J.M.",Carsi Vineyard,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,V. Sattui 1999 Carsi Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/v-sattui-1999-carsi-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,V. Sattui
,White,US,"In this everyday Chard, apple, peach and even tropical fruits are wrapped in spicy oak. The wine drinks dry and crisp, although the finish picks up a little sugar. —S.H.",Coastal,11,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,2000,Robert Mondavi
,White,Italy,"Exactly what you want in a mainstream Pinot Grigio; light crisp and refreshing. The tart citrus flavors show some minerality, which adds a bit of complexity to this clean-finishing, drink-on-its-own wine.",2000,6,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 2000 2000 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-2000-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Stival
,White,US,"An average wine, from a less than successful vintage and a hot region. Fruity aromas and citrus flavors are one-dimensional, although the wine is clean and tart. It tastes rather like a simple Chablis. —S.H.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1998 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1998-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,1998,Peirano
13.5,Red,Italy,"Warm, inviting aromas of mocha, chocolate, fleshy black cherries and ground cinnamon spice continue on the palate and through the finish, to create a light, simple wine with soft, drying tannins.",Duca D'Aragona,25,84,Southern Italy,Salento,,Candido 1995 Duca D'Aragona Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candido-1995-duca-daragona-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,1995,Candido
,Red,Italy,"We loved this wine's complex and distinctive aromas of black olive, mushrooms, smoked meat and black pepper. We didn't love the ponderous, low-acid mouthfeel and intense tannins. The result? A middle-of-the-road rating for a wine that consumers may either love or hate.",Vigna Dei Gotti,42,84,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Antonio Caggiano 1997 Vigna Dei Gotti  (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonio-caggiano-1997-vigna-gotti-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,1997,Antonio Caggiano
13.5,White,US,"Has some noticeable oak, with the expected vanilla, smoke and spicy notes floating above tangerine fruit flavors. The texture is creamy and full, although low acidity makes it flabby and robs it of life. It's a common wine but, at this price, it's pretty enough for your next block party. —S.H.",,6,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bel Arbor 2000 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-arbor-2000-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Bel Arbor
,Red,US,"Tastes like a homemade wine, with jammy, marmalade aromas and flavors. Seems like a bit of residual sugar found its way into the wine, which is also crisp and somewhat tannic. Brings to mind those old jug red wines. —S.H.",,14,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Monte Volpe 1999 Montepulciano (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-1999-italian-red-montepulciano-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Montepulciano,1999,Monte Volpe
,Red,US,"A newish label from veteran Mendocino producer Parducci. I want to praise it, but it fails to rise above an average rustic level, and harkens back to an rough, old style of red wine. Smells earthy and plummy, and turns fiercely tannic and dry, and not particularly varietal. —S.H.",,15,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,McNab Ridge 1998 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-1998-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,1998,McNab Ridge
13.5,Red,Italy,"Somewhat vegetal, featuring sun-dried tomatoes, this wine is definitely more soil- than fruit-driven, reflecting classic Old World style. The finish is light but smooth.",,15,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Alberto Loi 1995 Grenache (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alberto-loi-1995-grenache-sardinia/,Grenache,1995,Alberto Loi
13.5,White,US,"Sweetish and simple, it has some thin but ripe flavors of peaches, and quite a dose of oak. The wood adds spicy, smoky and vanilla notes, but they're not integrated.  Finishes sappy and sugary. —S.H.",,6,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,St. Francis
14,Red,Italy,"A deeply colored, opaque wine. Chocolate, cassis and lanolin dominate the nose. The palate is a bit woody, almost stemmy, with kitchen herbs but very little fruit on a medium-bodied structure.",Annata,40,84,Southern Italy,Salento,,Spano 1996 Annata Red (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spano-1996-annata-red-salento/,Red Blend,1996,Spano
,Red,Italy,"A pleasant, dusty nose redolent of brewing coffee picks up a smoky char on the palate, though it finishes a touch flat. It could use a bit more fruit and acidity, but it's a nice, simple wine nonetheless.",,8,84,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Terrale 2000 Sangiovese (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrale-2000-sangiovese-puglia/,Sangiovese,2000,Terrale
13,Red,Argentina,"Overall, the Sangiovese did not show well from most of the producers. Fantelli made a simple but interesting and very pleasant wine that shows aromas of cherry and cinnamon with black pepper and sour cherry flavors. A good wine for a picnic with dried meats and cheeses. —C.S.",,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Fantelli 1999 Sangiovese (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fantelli-1999-sangiovese-mendoza/,Sangiovese,1999,Fantelli
12.5,Red,Italy,"Frappato, a little-known grape in the States, brings a fresh, juicy character to this wine, which is like a well-structured cherry Kool-Aid with a touch of herbs. A pleasant quaffer, perfect for a picnic.",Frappato,22,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Valle dell'Acate 2000 Frappato Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valle-dellacate-2000-frappato-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,2000,Valle dell'Acate
13.5,Red,Italy,"Earthy and slightly rustic, but still possessing plenty of tart red fruit, this 50-50 blend of Primitivo and Negroamaro is a touch too tannic for its own good; try taming the tannins with a slab of rare beef.",Alberello,15,84,Southern Italy,Salento,,Felline 2000 Alberello Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felline-2000-alberello-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,2000,Felline
,Red,US,"This is an earthy wine with indeterminate berry flavors, very dry tannins and good acidity, and a rather rough edge to the mouthfeel. It's an old-fashioned wine, a big, old-country red of the kind great-grandpa might have drunk, or made in the basement. —S.H.",,16,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Enotria 1999 Dolcetto (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-1999-italian-red-dolcetto-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Dolcetto,1999,Enotria
,Red,US,"There's a note on the nose that suggests dried hay or cardboard, although airing reveals better aromas of berries and chocolate. The flavors are thin and a little weedy, with suggestions of black cherries. Give the benefit of the doubt to the winemaker. He struggled with a poor vintage. —S.H.",,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Yorkville Cellars 1998 Cabernet Franc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1998-cabernet-franc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Yorkville Cellars
,Red,US,,,24,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Raye's Hill 1999 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rayes-hill-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Raye's Hill
12.5,Red,Italy,"A modern-style effort, the entry-level bottling from Villa Matilde blends a hefty dose of toffee, toast and coffee flavors from oak with blackberry fruit tinged with green, herbal notes. Ultimately, it's a decent, simple quaff.",,15,84,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 1999 Aglianico (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-1999-italian-red-aglianico-falerno-massico/,Aglianico,1999,Villa Matilde
,White,US,"Everything about this wine is pretty good except for one thing: It's too sweet. There just has to be a limit to the amount of sugar or fructose or whatever it is that can find its way into a wine that ought to taste dry. The apple and spearmint flavors taste like they had a few teaspoons of honey stirred in. Fortunately, acidity is high. —S.H.",,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-2000-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"Controversial. Grown in the Redwood Valley, a hot part of inland Mendocino, the argument is that the downright cold nights preserve acidity. But it's overly soft in the mouth, with berry, peppery flavors that are almost Rhône-like. The tannins are silky enough, but the wine lacks that essential Pinot delicacy. —S.H.",,15,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Barra 1999 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barra-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1999,Barra
,White,US,"Lean and spare, it feels like the grapevines were overcropped, or made to produce too much fruit. You can taste alcohol, and heat and acidity, but what fruit there is just barely falls within citrus territory. Yet it's clean and vibrant. —S.H.",Barrel Select,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 2000 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-barrel-select-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Fetzer
,Red,US,"Pretty common stuff here. They stretched the Merlot with almost the legal limit of Carignane. Possesses full-bodied red wine character, with berry flavors, thick tannins, telltale Mendocino acids and the earthy one-dimensionality of country wines worldwide. —S.H.",,9,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 1999 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1999-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,1999,Dunnewood
,Red,US,"Fruitier and more full-bodied than you want in a Pinot Noir, although it's a tasty wine with its own merits. Seems likely it was grown inland, in hot weather. Very extracted and rather sweet flavors of cherries, cola and berries are wrapped in silky tannins. Finishes hot and sweet. —S.H.",,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Domaine Saint Gregory 1999 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gregory-1999-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Saint Gregory
8.5,White,Germany,,Bernkasteler Lay,17,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 1999 Bernkasteler Lay Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-1999-bernkasteler-lay-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Loosen
,White,US,"The danger of trying to ripen Sauvignon Blanc in a cool area, especially in a cool, late vintage, is underripeness. This wine has leafy, vegetal aromas, and the fruity flavors are thin despite an overlay of sweetness. —S.H.",Ferrington Vineyards,18,84,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Esterlina 1999 Ferrington Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/esterlina-1999-ferrington-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Esterlina
,White,US,"Has pretty flavors, slightly sweet, of peaches and citrus fruits, with hefty acidity, the kind that scours the palate. Smells like freshly mowed hay. This is a likeable, simple wine, at a very good price. —S.H.",,7,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-2000-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Dunnewood
,Red,US,"The Signature series is Dunnewood's play for premium status, and a wine like this shows that there's plenty of work to be done. It's rough and earthy and hot, with mouth-curdling acids and a good dose of hard tannins. What flavor there is veers toward generic berry. Needs more tinkering. —S.H.",Signature Mendocino,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 1999 Signature Mendocino Sangiovese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1999-signature-mendocino-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Dunnewood
,White,US,"From a Mendocino appellation just east of Anderson Valley, an easy-drinking white. It has pretty flavors of peaches, pears and nectarines, and is clean, with a swift, slightly sweet finish. —S.H.",,13,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Yorkville Cellars 1999 Sémillon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1999-semillon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sémillon,1999,Yorkville Cellars
13,Red,Italy,"The label says “Apulian Zinfandel” for American enthusiasts who don't know that Primitivo is Zin's cousin. Though a good quaffer, this bears little resemblance to big West Coast-style Zins. Black berry fruit comes through, albeit with little intensity, on the nose. Black plum and chalky, gritty tannins in the mouth lead to more plum-skin flavors, plus a metallic streak, on the finish.",Apulian Zinfandel,10,84,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Botromagno 1999 Apulian Zinfandel Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-1999-apulian-zinfandel-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,1999,Botromagno
13.5,Red,Italy,"Soft tannins bolster stewy blackberry and black plum flavors on the palate of this good-by-the-glass bar quaff. A bouquet of sweet mixed berries, fresh-cut pine and anise start things off.",Arbos,10,84,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Castellani 2000 Arbos Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-2000-arbos-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,2000,Castellani
,Red,US,"This is the kind of wine that farmers have drunk for centuries. It's red and full-bodied. It's dry and balances dark berry and stone fruit flavors with earthy tones. It's fairly tannic, with a crisp backbone of acidity, and it will probably age forever because it's so balanced. And it's rustic.",Reserve,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,McNab Ridge 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcnab-ridge-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,McNab Ridge
,Red,US,"This Brown-Forman-owned brand succeeded with Zinfandel and now is trying its hand at Syrah, with mixed results. This release, while well-made, lacks stuffing, although the acid and tannin structure is very good. There are some earthy-berry flavors but the wine needs more oomph. More tinkering is called for, probably in the vineyards. —S.H.",,30,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Mariah 1999 Syrah (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mariah-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Syrah,1999,Mariah
,Red,US,"This pale red wine is simple and clean. Cherry cola aromas, in the mouth, raspberry and cherry fruit explodes, sweetly ripe, although the wine is fundamentally dry. A silky texture and adequate acidity completes the picture. —S.H.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Royal Oaks 2000 Sangiovese (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-2000-sangiovese-central-coast/,Sangiovese,2000,Royal Oaks
13,Red,Italy,"Whoa—the tannins in this will parch your mouth like Death Valley. There's some question as to whether the fruit that's present will outlast them, so serve this now with hearty, rustic fare that can stand up to this wine's earth, spice and dried fruit flavors.",Covo dei Briganti,15,85,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,Cantine Sasso 1997 Covo dei Briganti  (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-sasso-1997-covo-briganti-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,1997,Cantine Sasso
13,Red,Italy,"Starts off with sweet confectionary aromas of crystallized berries and powdered sugar, then turns tarry and oaky on the finish. The drying wood tannins so apparent now should resolve relatively quickly; try in 2003 with light ragus or pizza.",Magno Megonio,35,85,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Librandi 1999 Magno Megonio Magliocco (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-1999-magno-megonio-italian-red-magliocco-calabria/,Magliocco,1999,Librandi
13.8,White,US,"From a new winery, an earthy, fruity wine with some pretty flavors. The fruit is obviously ripe, displaying pear and spice notes, overlaid with spicy oak and vanilla. It's soft and a bit sweet and medicinal but a good buy. —S.H.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,McManis 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,McManis
13,Red,Italy,"Bright fruit, with herbal and metallic notes, make for a warm start, but the chewy tannins dissipate quickly on the short finish.",Zicorra,20,84,Southern Italy,Campania,,Caputo 1999 Zicorra Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caputo-1999-zicorra-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,1999,Caputo
,Red,US,"One of the few truly organic, i.e., sulfite-free, wineries in California, Frey's Merlot is racy enough, with well-etched blueberry and herb flavors, although it has enough tannins to make your tongue stick to your palate. Tastes better than it smells. Smells a little vegetal. —S.H.",,15,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Frey 2000 Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frey-2000-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,2000,Frey
,Red,US,"An eccentric wine, bordering on the bizarre, although it has some nice elements. Starts with aromas of cotton candy and raspberry fruit tart, and drinks extracted and jammy, with raspberry-red cherry flavors. High acids and dusty tannins make for a rough mouthfeel. —S.H.",,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Yorkville Cellars 1998 Petit Verdot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1998-petit-verdot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Petit Verdot,1998,Yorkville Cellars
13,Red,Italy,"Dry and lean, with a surprising paucity of fruit, there is nevertheless a lot of complexity in this Aglianico-based wine. Cedar, green herbs and pine branches start things off, followed by sun-baked, dusty earth flavors.",Canneto,23,84,Southern Italy,Aglianico del Vulture,,D'Angelo 1997 Canneto  (Aglianico del Vulture),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dangelo-1997-canneto-italian-red-aglianico-aglianico-vulture/,Aglianico,1997,D'Angelo
13,Red,Argentina,,,9,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Luis Correas 1997 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-correas-1997-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1997,Luis Correas
14.5,Red,Italy,,Patriglione,41,85,Southern Italy,Salento,,Taurino 1994 Patriglione Negroamaro (Salento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taurino-1994-patriglione-italian-red-negroamaro-salento/,Negroamaro,1994,Taurino
16,Red,Italy,"As the name suggests, this is traditional southern Italian winemaking: high alcohol, roasted fruit with a pruny-raisiny note and a full mouthfeel. Dried spices, chocolate and coffee notes round out the flavors. Serve at the end of the meal with assertive cheeses.",Traditione del Nonno,24,85,Southern Italy,Primitivo di Manduria,,Cantine Pichieri 1999 Traditione del Nonno  (Primitivo di Manduria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-pichieri-1999-traditione-nonno-zinfandel-primitivo-primitivo-manduria/,Primitivo,1999,Cantine Pichieri
,Red,Italy,,Riserva,12,85,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Leone de Castris 1999 Riserva Negroamaro (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leone-castris-1999-riserva-italian-red-negroamaro-salice-salentino/,Negroamaro,1999,Leone de Castris
,White,US,"An eccentric style, with aromas of cotton candy, white chocolate and other sweet candies. Yet it tastes dry, with peach flavors and a thick, honeyed mouthfeel. —S.H.",,13,84,California,South Coast,Temecula,Van Roekel 2000 Viognier (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-roekel-2000-viognier-south-coast-temecula/,Viognier,2000,Van Roekel
14,White,South Africa,"Tropical fruit makes up the nose, with hints of mint and honey poking through. The body is more full than lean, with light lemon flavors mixing into the richer fig element. Apple dominates the finish. —M.S.",Estate Wine,11,84,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2001 Estate Wine Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2001-estate-wine-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Simonsig
12.5,Red,Spain,"A simple wine with aromas of blackberry jam and Bing cherries. Slightly nutty flavors, accompanied by a touch of dustiness, make this an enjoyable quaffing wine. —C.S.",Viña Orvalaiz,9,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Bodegas Orvalaiz 1999 Viña Orvalaiz Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-orvalaiz-1999-vina-tempranillo-blend-navarra/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Bodegas Orvalaiz
13,Red,US,"Just 171 cases were made, in a dense, dark style characterized by roasted, toasty flavors from plenty of barrel time. Some sweet fruit peeks through, with pleasing spice, but the overdone oak and a hint of pickle barrel make for a tannic, rough ride. —P.G.",,35,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1999 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,1999,Griffin Creek
13,Red,South Africa,"The chunky, heavy tar and smoked meat aromas are a bit over the top, and the plump and juicy cherry fruit doesn't quite flow off of the bouquet. All in all, though, it's pleasant even if it's overwhelmingly fruity and lacking nuance. —M.S.",,30,84,Stellenbosch,,,Grangehurst 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grangehurst-1997-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Grangehurst
13.5,Red,Spain,"From Toro, the DO that's just west of Rueda (and the last DO through which the Duero flows before it hits Portugal), comes this 100% Tinta de Toro, which is the local name for Tempranillo. Most of what you get on the nose is burned butterscotch—it's hard to tell what lies beneath. Dark berry and charred oak open the front palate; at midpalate, a little espresso joins in. Dry tannins and char flavors make for a strong, bowl-you-over finish. —D.M.",Crianza,14,84,Northern Spain,Toro,,Gran Cermeño 1997 Crianza  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-cermeno-1997-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,1997,Gran Cermeño
13.2,White,US,"There's a distinctly tawny shade to this wine, a scent of beer, and the flavors show a bit of oxidation. Simple and somewhat watery, it finishes with the tastes of apple and pear tarts, a hint of honey, and a good bit of acid. —P.G",,10,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Montinore
12.5,Red,France,"Black plum, liqueur and marzipan aromas make for an intriguing nose. On the palate, you will find tart cherry fruit mixed into a couple of layers. It needs food, but many wines do. On the plus side, the balance and acids are just about right. —M.S.",,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fortant 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortant-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Fortant
13.5,Rose,South Africa,"This light- to medium-weight red is an interesting marriage of grapes. The palate feel is soft and the fruit sweet, yet dry, with the Pinotage's (78%) earthy rusticity offsetting the neo-Australian jamminess of the Shiraz (22%). The finish of this fairly unique easy drinker turns more brisk, with more of the dry fruit and earth, plus some pepper notes and mildly tangy tannins. —M.M.",,9,85,Coastal Region,,,False Bay 2000 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/false-bay-2000-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,2000,False Bay
12.5,Red,Spain,"Pleasant red fruit and oak from start to finish characterizes this light-to-medium-bodied wine. It's easy to drink, if not overly complicated. Finish offers some anise and herb. —D.M.",Gran Reserva,14,85,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Gran Oristan 1995 Gran Reserva Red (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-oristan-1995-reserva-red-mancha/,Red Blend,1995,Gran Oristan
13.5,Red,US,"The fruit smells of earth and root, suggesting less than optimal ripeness, but there are also clean light cherry flavors and nuances of beet and tomato. It's a midweight effort, but not up to the quality of the other single-vineyard Pinots from this producer. —P.G.",Estate Vyd,45,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1999 Estate Vyd Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1999-estate-vyd-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Willamette Valley Vineyards
13.5,White,South Africa,"Powerful and steely best describe the nose, and the palate is equally racy and intense. But sheer zest doesn't make up for the fact the fruit is lean and distant. No matter how hard you dig, there's only some lean green apple prior to a short, clean, tight finish. —M.S.",,15,85,Groenekloof,,,Neil Ellis 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Groenekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2001-sauvignon-blanc-groenekloof/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Neil Ellis
14.4,White,US,"The attack is sharp, hot, with an edge of bitter citrus rind; a bit untraditional for Viognier, which so often is floral and softly seductive. This is a big, hard, assertive wine, bracing and flavored with orange peel. Lots of tannin and extract indicate high (over 14%) alcohol. —P.G.",,30,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 2000 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-2000-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,2000,Griffin Creek
,Red,Spain,"This easy drinker has a round feel, but enough acidity to support the sweet dark-cherry flavors and appealing clove-cocoa accents. It's smooth, goes down easy, and closes with good length, displaying a slight mineral, almost quinine-like note on the finish. Not complex, but offers a lot of flavorful character. —M.M.",,18,85,Levante,Jumilla,,Las Gravas 1999 Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/las-gravas-1999-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,1999,Las Gravas
,White,Spain,"Bright and light, this Basque-country white, literally from seaside vineyards on Spain's north coast, is full of lime and wet stone aromas and flavors and has a faint yet unmistakable saline nuance. The slight spritz on the tongue adds to the lively feel. As might be expected from a wine cultivated on hills facing the Bay ofBiscay, this begs for shellfish, octopus or other seafood. Drink it cold and young. —M.M.",,16,85,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Txomín Etxaníz 2000 White (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/txomin-etxaniz-2000-white-getariako-txakolina/,White Blend,2000,Txomín Etxaníz
,White,US,"A lighter style of Chard. It has modest apple and peach flavors, spice and oak influence and refreshing acidity. Not a blockbuster, this Chard won't overwhelm your favorite foods, but will support dishes like salmon in butter sauce. —S.H.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Royal Oaks
12.5,Red,Spain,"Smoky, meaty notes dominate the nose of this medium-bodied wine. Red berries plus some dark caramel notes stand out on the palate. Medium-bodied but not too complicated, it closes with a dry, toasty-oak finish and a slight acidic tang that softens at the very end. —D.M.",Gran Reserva,17,85,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Vegaval Plata 1993 Gran Reserva Cencibel (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vegaval-plata-1993-gran-reserva-tempranillo-cencibel-valdepenas/,Cencibel,1993,Vegaval Plata
,White,US,"Opens with earthy aromas of crushed spices and herbs, and a streak of peaches and citrus. In the mouth, it's overtly sweet, with lemonade flavors although crisp acidity makes it drink bright and lively. —S.H.",Eleanor of Aquitaine,17,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Yorkville Cellars 1999 Eleanor of Aquitaine Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yorkville-cellars-1999-eleanor-aquitaine-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Yorkville Cellars
13,White,South Africa,"A world away from any traditional Kosher wine concept, this South African white is crisp and light with citrus-hay aromas. It nearly takes on a Sauvignon Blanc profile with its tart lemony flavors and bright feel, closing crisply with modest length. Looks just like the regular Chardonnay bottling, but with a background blue Star of David on the label, indicating its Kosher (and Kosher for Passover) status. —M.M.",,13,84,Paarl,,,Backsberg 2001 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-2001-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,2001,Backsberg
,Rose,US,"This pink-colored wine smells like a pack of LifeSavers. Raspberry, cherry and strawberry flavors are sweet, while high acidity brings a slight fizziness. Nice hot; weather beach-sipper. —S.H.",Blanc,11,84,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Joseph Filippi 2001 Blanc Grenache (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-filippi-2001-blanc-grenache-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Grenache,2001,Joseph Filippi
7.5,White,Germany,,Trittenheimer Apotheke Kabinett,14,84,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium 2000 Trittenheimer Apotheke Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/friedrich-wilhelm-gymnasium-2000-trittenheimer-apotheke-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,2000,Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium
13.5,White,US,"From a dependable winery, another clean wine with enough flavor to satisfy. It has upfront berry flavors, juicy and candied. The body is creamy, the finish honeyed. Could be a little crisper. —S.H.",,12,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Geyser Peak
13.5,Red,Italy,"Solid and intense, the first vintage of this wine to hit U.S. shores is an auspicious start. It's lush and juicy, with a nose- and palate-caressing black cherry, mocha cream and chocolate profile. This Colorino-Merlot blend successfully pushes all the pleasure buttons while maintaining structure and showing substance. With a long, dry finish sporting soft ripe tannins, this is tempting now, but will be best from 2004–2010. Cellar Selection.",Romitorio di Santedame,,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 1999 Romitorio di Santedame Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1999-romitorio-santedame-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1999,Ruffino
13.5,White,Chile,"With its rich tropical fruits, nutty vanilla overtones and toasty, smoky finish, this is a dead-ringer for a top-notch California Chardonnay. Tangerine, peach and pineapple flavors combine with a custardy mouthfeel to offer satisfaction in every sip. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,20,90,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-1999-reserve-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Valdivieso
,Red,Chile,"It's simply immense—like blackberry or plum pie. Dig in and there is grip, tannins and acids, the signs of a real wine. Very pure Carmenère flavors are on display here: earthiness and smoked meat along with pulsating fruit. Big and burly for sure, but not clumsy.",Reserve,15,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2000 Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2000-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Casa Silva
13,Red,Chile,"This meaty, rugged youngster is really purple in color, a sure sign of the extract and power to come. The structure is tight and it's immature now, maybe even harder than one might expect from Merlot. But given a little time (or simply some airing in a decanter), all the plum, oak and other nuances should emerge.",Cuvée Alexandre,25,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 1999 Cuvée Alexandre Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1999-cuvee-alexandre-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Lapostolle
,Red,Chile,"Toast and bacon from the new-oak aging compete with smoked meat and blackberry on the bountiful nose. Plum and cassis fruit dance on the palate, and ultimately there's a lot of power to this first-ever prestige bottling by Aresti. With 15% Merlot and Carmenère.",Family Collection,26,88,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 1999 Family Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-1999-family-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-rio-claro/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Aresti
,Red,Chile,"Why do folks so love Merlot? Taste this wine and you will see; it's luscious and overflowing with black cherry and plummy fruit. For sure, it's a big-boned wine, but nevertheless it's fully balanced. The finish is pleasant, moderately long and pretty much on the spot. Best Buy.",,12,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Laura Hartwig 1999 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laura-hartwig-1999-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Laura Hartwig
13.5,Red,Chile,"What's most special about this cuvée is that it offers such a natural mixture of smoked meat, black fruit and oak. It's a little chewy and rustic now, with mildly hard tannins. If possible, give it some time for it to evolve and release its hidden plum, spice and vanilla notes. Best Buy.",Special Cuvee,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2000 Special Cuvee Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-special-cuvee-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Montes
,White,US,"More nutty and buttery than sweet up front, this dessert wine shows almond and dried apricot hints on the nose. Decent acidity holds it together firmly, with the sweetness blossoming on the late-mid and back palate. Closes longer than you first think, as it does a false fade, making a nice reprise with an orange-almond back bouquet.",Vin Glacé,18,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2000 Vin Glacé Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2000-vin-glace-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,King Estate
12.5,White,Austria,,Kammerner Heiligenstein,20,88,Kamptal,,,Hirsch 2000 Kammerner Heiligenstein Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hirsch-2000-kammerner-heiligenstein-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Hirsch
14.7,Red,US,"The Tarius manages to be at once creamy and on the lean side; think—as its palate exhibits—cream, vanilla bean, and a smidge of lemon rind over big blackberry flavors. Just-as-dark berry, plus soil, tangy oak and slight chocolate notes show on the nose; finishes with nice, tart chalkboard-eraser, oak and blackberry flavors. —D.M.",Korte Ranch,29,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tarius 1999 Korte Ranch Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1999-korte-ranch-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Tarius
14.5,Red,US,"Earth, herb and oak stand out on this Zin's nose; taut red plum and caramel flavors are prevalent in the mouth. Medium-bodied, with supple tannins, it finishes with sturdy red fruit and a warming char-toast note.",,15,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ravenswood 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
,Red,Chile,"Finding true-to-the-grape Pinot Noir in Chile is no easy task, but this one is varietally correct. It's fairly smoky, earthy and peppery, with ample red-cherry fruit popping up. The acids are powerful and proper, and the vanilla in the finish adds a nice touch.",Reserve,23,88,Maule Valley,,,Valdivieso 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-maule-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Valdivieso
,Red,Chile,"If density is your thing, try this deep purple-colored offering from an up-and-coming Colchagua Valley producer—it's the perfect value-priced introduction to the upside of Carmenère. Sweet in the nose and mouth, with tons of almost overripe plums and chocolate. Still, the wild and spicy side of the grape is also here. Best Buy.",Classic,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2000 Classic Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2000-classic-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Casa Silva
,Red,Chile,"Typical of the grape, this rendition offers loads of blueberry fruit on a tight, dark, moderately tannic frame. A year in 50% new French and American oak has added plenty of toasty woodiness. Now it's a tad hard; a little aging could soften it into something very pretty. With 8% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Single Vineyard Reserve,23,88,Curicó Valley,,,Valdivieso 1999 Single Vineyard Reserve Malbec (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-1999-single-vineyard-reserve-malbec-curico-valley/,Malbec,1999,Valdivieso
13.5,White,US,"There's a touch of field greens on the nose, but beyond that there is little else to latch on to in this insipid white. Some citrus rind and a touch of sugar give the palate what personality it has. This will be at its most refreshing if served well chilled, because it's quite heavy on the finish. ––M.S.",,13,80,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1999-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Baron Herzog
13.5,Red,Chile,"Weedy and herbal, but there are also black cherries and mocha on the nose and bitter chocolate and coffee on the palate. Finishes with toffee, smoke and herbs, offering surprising complexity in a wine of this genre. Best Buy.",120,7,86,Lontué Valley,,,Santa Rita 2000 120 Merlot (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2000-120-merlot-lontue-valley/,Merlot,2000,Santa Rita
15,Red,US,"Black fruit and oak run rampant from start to finish; acid's a little high in the mouth, and tart tannins dry out the long finish. A good but ordinary Zin, characterized by one taster as the “IKEA of wine.”",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rocking Horse 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocking-horse-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Rocking Horse
,Red,Chile,"A little lighter in body than many Colchagua Cabs, this one offers clean aromas of plum, cinnamon and clove. Despite the Gran Reserva label, it's good but basic Cabernet.",Gran Reserva,16,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Château La Joya
14.2,Red,US,"A Zin with nice flavors and textures, though most of them are oak-derived. Sweet cream, spice, black tea and mixed berry; oak and pepper dominate the palate, though there is some tart black fruit underneath. Finishes woody.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Baileyana 1998 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1998-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Baileyana
,Red,Chile,"This clean, crisp Merlot is smoky, with ample black fruit in the nose. The sweet, pure black-fruit palate is just as it ought to be, and the black cherry and coffee flavors work together on the finish.",Reserve,11,86,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 2000 Reserve Merlot (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2000-reserve-merlot-rio-claro/,Merlot,2000,Aresti
13,White,Austria,You can sense the extra ripeness in this wine's warm aromas of leather and spice. The scents are almost meaty. Dark and warm flavors of Moroccan spices burnish the palate. —J.C.,Smaragd Ried Achleiten,40,86,Wachau,,,Josef Jamek 2000 Smaragd Ried Achleiten Grüner Veltliner (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-jamek-2000-smaragd-ried-achleiten-gruner-veltliner-wachau/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Josef Jamek
15.1,Red,US,"Black pepper, dust and grapey aromas preface a slightly creamy blackberry and blueberry palate. Medium-full, with sturdy tannins, it closes with mixed berries and dashes of green herb and black pepper.",Jack Rabbit Flat,30,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1999 Jack Rabbit Flat Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-jack-rabbit-flat-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Renwood
14,Red,US,"This old-vine Zin offers black fruit aromas on the palate, though it's a little hot. Medium-full in the mouth, the wine's dark, taut blackberry and black cherry notes are livened up by woodsy spices. Long black cherry finish. A one-trick pony, but its trick is pretty good. —D.M.",Fiddletown,25,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1999 Fiddletown Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-fiddletown-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Renwood
15,Red,US,"With an unusual mixture of methane and organic earth-compost notes on the nose, and a black pepper tang on the palate, this Zin is something of an oddball. Ripe black- and blueberry flavors peek out from under the pepper on the medium-weight palate; the hot pepperiness comes back on the finish.",,30,86,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,Spencer Roloson 1999 Zinfandel (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spencer-roloson-1999-zinfandel-napa-chiles-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Spencer Roloson
,Red,Chile,"Pinot drinkers will recognize that this highly affordable wine is pretty good stuff, and they will like the tight, sporty, smoky nose that leads into a dry, peppery palate with ample black cherry and sweet plums. With this wine, Undurraga is delivering nice Pinot Noir for the cash-strapped consumer. Best Buy.",,7,86,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2001 Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2001-pinot-noir-maipo-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Undurraga
,Red,Chile,"This is an easy, smooth Cabernet, the perfect “just go and pop the cork” red. It's ripe and sweet, with a full cherry flavor and a clean finish. No oak aging makes it all about the fruit, which is just fine. Best Buy.",,7,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Undurraga
,Red,Chile,"This meaty, earthy Cab hails from a special vineyard near San Pedro's Curicó winery. It receives 18 months in oak, 50% of it new. Blueberry and blackberry flavors are dominant but are somewhat held back by heavy tannins. The structure is solid, maybe too much so. Additional aging could soften it up, but that's not a guarantee.",Cabo de Hornos,45,86,Lontué Valley,,,San Pedro 1998 Cabo de Hornos Cabernet Sauvignon (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-pedro-1998-cabo-hornos-cabernet-sauvignon-lontue-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,San Pedro
,White,Chile,"Clean and substantial, with coconut and banana aromas. Lemon and vanilla oak in the mouth reflect the ripe fruit and 40% barrel fermentation. It offers plenty for the price.",Reserve,9,86,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2000-reserve-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,MontGras
,Red,US,"A pretty wine, with subtle cherry and herb notes at its core. Moderate body and a moderate finish wrap it up.",Jack London Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1999 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Kenwood
12,White,US,"Made from an old Georgian (think Caucasus, not peach trees) grape variety, the waxy paraffin-scented aromas give way to pear and quince, tinged with red apple skin and lemony acids. There's a certain crystalline quality to the fruit that's very appealing.",Limited Release,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2000 Limited Release Rkatsiteli (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2000-limited-release-other-white-rkatsiteli-finger-lakes/,Rkatsiteli,2000,Dr. Konstantin Frank
12.5,White,Chile,"Grapefruit aromas lead the fruit parade on this exceedingly refreshing white. Easy to drink and tasty, with just enough zip to keep you on your toes. Notes of banana and papaya add sweetness to the citrus.",,7,86,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2001-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Caliterra
14,White,Austria,"Aromas of ripe pears drizzled with canola oil turn a little dieselly in the mouth. But the mouthfeel is rich and full, the finish long and slightly peppery. Mature, so drink up. —J.C.",,14,86,Weinviertel,,,Bockfliess 1999 Pinot Blanc (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bockfliess-1999-pinot-blanc-weinviertel/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Bockfliess
,White,Chile,"This was one of the first attempts the Silvas made at a white blend (Chardonnay, Sauvignon Gris and Viognier), and it has some things going for it. The dry but pungent nose is intriguing, and the Sauvignon Gris is an unconventional Old World addition. Also, the full, creamy body makes it easy to drink. Overall, however, it's kind of nondescript. Expect more from the 2001 vintage.",Quinta Generacion,20,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2000 Quinta Generacion White (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2000-quinta-generacion-white-colchagua-valley/,White Blend,2000,Casa Silva
16.5,Red,US,"Caramel and cream notes throughout make this Lodi wine an easy drinker. On the nose, sweet black berry fruit plus oak and burned caramel set the stage for more oak-derived flavors (plus sweet raspberry and red plum) on the palate. Finishes with more raspberry, smoke, cedar and a little green herb in the back of the throat. —D.M.",Old Vines,25,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Eola Hills 1999 Old Vines Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1999-old-vines-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1999,Eola Hills
,Red,Chile,"You get a taste for Torre's European style in this chunky, thick, leathery Cab that's young, easy and chewy, like a wine from Priorat, Spain. A mix of black fruit and black olive stirs interest prior to the soft licorice-tinged finish. The aging is primarily in used American oak barrels.",Santa Digna,13,86,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Santa Digna Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-santa-digna-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Miguel Torres
,White,Chile,"Peach, passion fruit and a little cream make up the ultrapleasant bouquet. Full citrus and tropical fruit flavors in the mouth make it easy to quaff. Delicious as an apéritif, and easy on the wallet. Best Buy.",,6,86,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2001-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,MontGras
,Red,Chile,"This is the essence of fresh, crisp, light Chilean Chardonnay. A very light and well-applied dose of oak supports pear and apple fruit, and the finish is smooth and nicely nutty.",Barrel Selection,12,86,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2000 Barrel Selection Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2000-barrel-selection-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Valdivieso
12,White,Austria,"An interesting contrast to Sonnhof's Schenkenbichl bottling, this wine's alcohol content is about 2% lower, making it seem light in comparison. It's greener and less ripe-tasting as well, but still good, with pea and lime flavors layered over a base of white stone fruits. —J.C.",Steinhaus Trocken,19,86,Kamptal,,,Sonnhof 2000 Steinhaus Trocken Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonnhof-2000-steinhaus-trocken-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Sonnhof
11.5,White,Austria,,Ungerberg & Zeiselberg & Satz,29,86,Austria,,,Ochs 1998 Ungerberg & Zeiselberg & Satz Welschriesling (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochs-1998-ungerberg-zeiselberg-satz-other-white-welschriesling-weiden-am-see/,Welschriesling,1998,Ochs
14.3,Red,US,"Bright, spicy cherry and herb flavors are highlighted in this light-textured Zin. Moderate tannins and body make it an easy quaff.",Nuns Canyon,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1999 Nuns Canyon Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-nuns-canyon-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Kenwood
13.5,White,Chile,"This is Viu's high-production wine (15,000 cases), yet it has the qualities of something made on a smaller scale. It's very grapefruity, with passion-fruit subtleties. The palate is crisp and clean, and there's a sweetness to the finish that balances the pungency of the fruit.",,8,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2001-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Viu Manent
13.5,Red,Chile,"This basic red gives an inkling of what Viu can do with Malbec. This is perfectly juicy, with a tight core of blueberry fruit. There's a nice roundness and balance to the wine, which is exactly the type that should be opened and enjoyed without a lot of thought and analysis. Best Buy.",,8,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2000 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2000-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2000,Viu Manent
12.5,White,Austria,"Smoke and diesel aromas combine with honey and pear flavors in this rich yet dry wine. The flavors are complex and weighty without being heavy; the only nit-pick is that a trace of alcohol shows on the long, spicy finish. —J.C.",Vom Urgestein,19,87,Kamptal,,,Schloss Gobelsburg 2000 Vom Urgestein Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schloss-gobelsburg-2000-vom-urgestein-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2000,Schloss Gobelsburg
14.1,Red,US,,,13,87,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Ravenswood 1999 Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
14.9,Red,US,"Loaded with blackberry, this mid-priced offering has stably, spicy aromas topping the fruit on the nose, and peppery oak additions in the mouth. Medium to full in the mouth, it closes with anise and a tangy metallic-pepper note. On the dark side, and Cab-like in size and texture.",,14,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Ravenswood 1999 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
,Red,Chile,"Enjoy this tasty, clean Merlot for it's roundness and well-applied lashing of oak. What you get here—without frills—is lots of plum and vanilla in the front and some smoke and coffee on the finish.",Gran Reserva,16,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Gran Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-gran-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Château La Joya
15.3,Red,US,"Really funky (that's good funky, not skunky-funky) nose shows plum, nutmeg, burned sugar, chalk and a slight ""fresh-picked garden vegetable"" note.  Bright palate flavors are mostly more of the same: plum, caramel, oak and a little smoke.  Zingy in the mouth, though slightly minerally, it finishes with burned caramel and oak flavors.  Heady, but that's what Zinfandel is for, right?",,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Ravenswood 1999 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
,White,Chile,"This is the white entry from Carmen's organic program, and it was 50% oak fermented, which yields some wood character and thickness. Flavors are balanced between sweet apples and sour lemons. The mouthfeel is correct, and lively acidity drives everything home.",Nativa,13,87,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2000 Nativa Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2000-nativa-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Carmen
,Red,Chile,"There's something to like about the smoky, earthy, meaty quality on the nose. There's also a hint of a clove scent. Full cassis and berry flavors make up the palate. Bright acids and full tannins keep the wine in balance from start to finish. Best Buy.",Reserve,9,87,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,MontGras
12,White,Austria,"Warm, sun-ripened peaches and cool, stony notes blend together into a mélange of honey, apple and pear flavors, finishing with spiced lemons. Made from a dark-skinned mutation of Grüner Veltliner, this would be an excellent choice as a discussion-provoking apéritif. —J.C.",,18,87,Kremstal,,,Mantlerhof 2000 Roter Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mantlerhof-2000-other-white-roter-veltliner-kremser/,Roter Veltliner,2000,Mantlerhof
,Red,Chile,"Like any textbook Carmenère, you'll encounter plenty of deep black berry fruit and a hint of green pepper in the nose. The mouth is supersoft yet full, with pepper and chocolate flavors mingling with mint and ripe plums. It's definitely an easy-drinking red wine made to consume now. Best Buy.",,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Laura Hartwig 1999 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laura-hartwig-1999-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,1999,Laura Hartwig
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is medium-bodied and even—almost delicate for a Brunello, offering dried fruit, cedar, leather and tobacco aromas and flavors. Full but not particularly deep, it feels mature and ready to drink. Finishes long and dry with a smoky note. Not a long-term keeper, drink now–2004.",Greppone Mazzi,60,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Ruffino 1996 Greppone Mazzi  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1996-greppone-mazzi-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1996,Ruffino
14.9,Red,US,"Blackberry, oak, black olive and dust on the nose; more of the same, plus some black cherry, on the palate. Medium-weight with a slight mineral-gravel texture, it closes with lots of anise and black licorice, plus a little caramel. Ordinary, but well executed.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Rancho Zabaco
,White,Chile,"People who prefer a Mâcon-style Chard might like this a lot. It's lighter in color, while mild amounts of stone, petrol and char define the nose. Solid pear and ripe-apple flavors get some bump from the barreling the wine received. The tail end is smoky, with more apples showing through. Best Buy.",Classic,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2001 Classic Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2001-classic-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Casa Silva
11,Red,Spain,"Cherry, fleshy red fruit flavors and a light, dilute mouthfeel are prefaced by earthy, resiny notes on the nose. Juicy cranberry and plum flavors, plus some wood, round out the short finish. Tasted twice.",Mediterranean Red,6,81,Catalonia,Penedès,,René Barbier NV Mediterranean Red Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-nv-mediterranean-red-penedes/,Red Blend,,René Barbier
12,Red,Israel,,Private Collection,12,81,Galil,,,Carmel 1998 Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-1998-private-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Carmel
12.5,White,France,"It's hard to find any noticeable fruit on the nose, and there isn't much more in the mouth, except for a smidgen of citrus and green apple. It finishes mild and short. ––M.S.",,10,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fortant 1999 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortant-1999-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1999,Fortant
12.5,White,US,"The citrus fruit has a sweet lemon-drop character, augmented with a spritzy mouthfeel—it's kind of like chewing on a sweet and sour candy. Juicy and tart, it falls apart in the finish, which carries a flat, artificial sweetness. —P.G.",Estate Bottled,12,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Château Bianca 2000 Estate Bottled Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-2000-estate-bottled-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Château Bianca
13.6,White,US,"The aroma and taste of this simple wine is completely dominated by artificial butter; it's like a mouthful of microwave popcorn. Many people like microwave popcorn, but not necessarily to drink. Apart from that, it's light, watery, and lacking any distinct varietal character. —P.G.",,10,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Hinman 1999 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hinman-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Hinman
13.5,Red,US,"Sawdust is the dominant aroma, a sure sign of heavy “introduced” oak. Some candied cherry fruit in the mouth offers balance, but overall it's still too heavily oaked. The flavor is almost like butter. This is a wine that needs more edge and balance. ––M.S.",,13,82,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Baron Herzog
13,Red,Spain,"Dried fruits and a slight canned aroma, followed by earthy tannins with a little burnt coffee. The wine seems a little tired. —C.S.",Reserva Roble Nuevo,10,82,Levante,Alicante,,Viña Vermeta 1996 Reserva Roble Nuevo Monastrell (Alicante),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-vermeta-1996-reserva-roble-nuevo-mourvedre-monastrell-alicante/,Monastrell,1996,Viña Vermeta
13,Red,Spain,Green olive and white pepper—then a hint of caraway—lead the nose. Flavors of blackberry and a chalky finish end this wine. A bit awkward but interesting if you like a green wine. —C.S.,Selección - Crianza,14,83,Catalonia,Penedès,,René Barbier 1996 Selección - Crianza Cabernet Sauvignon (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-barbier-1996-seleccion-crianza-cabernet-sauvignon-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,René Barbier
12.5,Red,US,"This is a grapey wine with an odd mix of sweet beet and musty earth scents. In the mouth it tastes earthy and a bit stemmy. There is fruit here, but it has a sweetness that's quite reminiscent of grape candy, light and sugary. —P.G.",,10,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Château Bianca 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château Bianca
,White,US,"They pulled out all stops on this wine, including barrel fermentation in French oak, and you can smell the smoky, woody notes. There's also something like burnt honey, and the apple and spicy peach flavors seem overtly sweet. Good structure, but it's kind of rustic. —S.H.",Reserve,16,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lion Valley 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lion-valley-1999-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Lion Valley
13.5,Red,Spain,"Barnyardy-earthy aromas dominate this wine's nose; the palate offers mostly blackberry and sweet cream flavors, plus a smooth mouthfeel. Finishes tart, with herb, lemon and cheese flavors. 65% Garnacha, 35% Cariñena.",Sangre de Toro,11,83,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Torres 1999 Sangre de Toro Red (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1999-sangre-de-toro-red-catalonia/,Red Blend,1999,Torres
12.5,Red,US,"Opens with a sharp, bitter scent, which might generously be called juniper, herb and pine. But in the mouth it remains tough and quite tannic. It's hard, chewy and roughhewn, showing little in the way of fruit. —P.G.",,13,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Montinore
,White,US,"A distinctly musky scent carries aromas of mushrooms mixed with toast and grapefruit, if you can follow that trail. Tart and fruity, it shows green fruit flavors with more of that musty, sweaty saddle undertone, carrying into a high-acid finish. —P.G.",,20,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Wooldridge Creek 1999 Viognier (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wooldridge-creek-1999-viognier-southern-rogue-valley/,Viognier,1999,Wooldridge Creek
13,White,US,"Light in color, almost translucent. There's just a touch of grapefruit in the otherwise mute nose. In the mouth, the weight is nice, as is the acidity. If you search hard, some grapefruit and apple flavors emerge, but also some asparagus. It finishes clean enough.  ––M.S.",,13,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Hagafen
,White,US,"Combines dry lemon and grapefruit with sweet, extracted fruit-juice flavors that turn apricot-like on the finish. The noticeable sugar defines this thick, syrupy wine. —S.H.",,7,83,California,South Coast,Temecula,Filsinger 1999 Fumé Blanc (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/filsinger-1999-sauvignon-blanc-fume-south-coast-temecula/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Filsinger
12.5,Red,France,"This Bordeaux from Abarbanel is full of black cherry, root, and oak. All in all it's not bad. Some sweet cherry is at the core, and on the edges you'll find a slight leafiness and some sweet supporting oak. Integrated tannins make the finish smooth. ––M.S.",Grand Vin du Médoc,31,84,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Marquis de Saint-Estephe 1997 Grand Vin du Médoc  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-saint-estephe-1997-grand-vin-medoc-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Marquis de Saint-Estephe
13,White,South Africa,"Inoffensive, simple aromas set the stage for basic pear and apple flavors. There's some pear early in the finish, but then a sour lemon characteristic comes on heavy. Simple but steady white wine is what you get here––but nothing more than that. —M.S.",,9,84,Coastal Region,,,False Bay 2000 Chenin Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/false-bay-2000-chenin-blanc-coastal-region/,Chenin Blanc,2000,False Bay
13,Red,US,"Initially there are inviting scents of cola, beetroot and a hint of tomato, but once tasted the flavors are still quite hard, and the fruit comes across as thin and unyielding. On the finish, the tannins are harsh and somewhat stemmy. —P.G.",Estate Reserve,29,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1999 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1999-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Château Bianca
,Red,US,"The weakest bottling of the vertical, the wine of this tough vintage shows prune, leather and old leaves on the nose. Dried-out, thin and woody, it's decidedly past its best. Past its prime.",Artist Series,75,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1988 Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1988-artist-series-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1988,Kenwood
,Red,US,"A bright textured Zin, redolent of cherry, blackberry, herbs and anise. Sleek and tangy to the end.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Nalle 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nalle-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Nalle
14.5,Red,US,"After its dark but alluring earth-black olive-tree bark-mixed berry bouquet, this Zin's reserved blackberry, charred oak and maple palate comes as no surprise. Medium-weight, it closes with sweeter blackberry flavors.",Ponzo Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nickel & Nickel 1998 Ponzo Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1998-ponzo-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Nickel & Nickel
14.9,Red,US,"Very masculine, and not for the weak-hearted, this Zin is a roller coaster ride from sweetness to dryness, from big to bigger. Baking spices coat sweet blueberry and red-berry aromas on the nose. The wine's a little hot and dry on the palate thanks to its hefty tannins, but the black plum-mixed berry-molasses profile offers plenty of flavor to get you through the rough spots. Medium-long and dry on the finish, it finishes with more of the above, plus espresso and bitter chocolate. —D.M.",D'Agostini Bros.,30,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1999 D'Agostini Bros. Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-dagostini-bros-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Renwood
,Red,US,"Lean and attractive with chalk, yeast and anise notes accenting bright fruit aromas. More Burgundian in manner than the other wines, this is light- to medium-weight with a lively mouthfeel. Shows good flavor intensity, with herb and vanilla offsetting the tart cherry flavors. The moderately long close shows more of the same and even tannins. Drink now through 2004.",Pfeiffer Vineyards,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,King Estate 1998 Pfeiffer Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-pfeiffer-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,King Estate
,Red,Chile,"What a nice nose; quite deep and powerful. The palate is of the juicy kind, with all sorts of richness and power. Bold tannins give it structure. A big-bodied Merlot, quite in the house style of hefty red wines.",Reserve,15,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 2000 Reserve Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-2000-reserve-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Casa Silva
,Red,Chile,"Dense and chocolaty in the nose, and then even deeper in the body, with plum, black cherry and coffee. This is one of many modern Carmenères that can only help carry the torch for the grape. It's a good wine worthy of discovery.",Gran Reserva,20,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-gran-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Château La Joya
12,White,US,"Toast aromas complement delicate notes of grilled nuts and ripe peaches. It's barrel-fermented but not overly woody, instead focused on peach and citrus fruit, caressed by filberts. Nicely balanced.",Hargrave Vineyard Barrel Fermented,22,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 2000 Hargrave Vineyard Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-2000-hargrave-vineyard-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2000,Castello di Borghese
,Red,US,,,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Quivira
,White,Chile,"With a no-oak wine like this it's all about the expression of fruit: bright green apple, pineapple and lemon. Lip-smacking acids carry everything to a fine finale. If you like tasty, zippy Sauvignon Blanc that's full of pop, look no further.",Terrunyo,20,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2001 Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2001-terrunyo-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Concha y Toro
,White,Chile,"Concha y Toro is making big, bold wines under its Terrunyo label, as evidenced by this powerhouse Chardonnay. The apple and pear fruit bursts from the glass, with mild oak and warm tropical undertones playing key supporting roles.",Terrunyo,25,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Terrunyo Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-terrunyo-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Concha y Toro
,Red,Chile,"A sturdy, round and pretty wine, with just a touch of grace, too. It's 52% Cabernet Sauvignon and 48% Carmenère, and the two seem happily married. Chocolate and raspberry aromas draw you in, and once in you'll find a soft mouthfeel and deep, true red-wine flavors. It's hearty and stylish enough to earn its “gran reserva” designation.",Quinta Generacion,20,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 1999 Quinta Generacion Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-1999-quinta-generacion-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Casa Silva
,Red,US,"The chocolate family bought the vineyard in 1900. The wine is made in open-top fermenters, and the fruit is sweet and flavorful, with a pleasing intensity. Pretty and seductive style, leading to a cocoa-infused finish with soft tannins. Distinctive and appealing.",Ghirardelli,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Milliaire 1997 Ghirardelli Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milliaire-1997-ghirardelli-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1997,Milliaire
,Red,Chile,"The '99 is the final Ninquén not from MontGras' Ninquén Hill vineyard. Future Ninquén vintages, will be from that site. This, however, is from old valley-floor vineyards, and it's soft, round and chocolaty, with raspberry flavors. The mouthfeel is suave and stylish. The finish offers some molasses and/or brown sugar.",Ninquén,30,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Ninquén 1999 Ninquén Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ninquen-1999-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Ninquén
14.1,Red,US,,Edizione Pennino,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Niebaum-Coppola 1998 Edizione Pennino Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1998-edizione-pennino-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Niebaum-Coppola
14.5,Red,US,,,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ravenswood 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county-14883/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
15,Red,US,"In the mouth, chewy tannins, stewy blueberries, ink and a ripple of caramel run into dark fruit, char, chalk and a green-herb twinge on the back end. One whiff of its blackberry, blueberry and sinus-clearing black peppery bouquet and you'll know what people mean when they call wines “black beauties.” It is brooding, chalky and has loads of tannin; a fellow taster compared it to a young Barolo. With that in mind, consider aging it as you would its Italian counterpart. As it is now, it will be too big for most palates to handle. —D.M.",Barricia,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 1999 Barricia Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-barricia-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
15.5,Red,US,"Everyone who tasted this wine with me was drawn to the sexy, comforting nose—think hickory smoke and ham-bone stewiness layered with deep blackberry and brown sugar. On the palate, its black fruit is a little tangy, but is tempered by charred oak and caramel flavors. Well balanced, it closes with oak, green herb and a bit more caramel. Very dark and a bit tight—could use a year or two in the cellar.",,33,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Domaine Danica 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-danica-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Domaine Danica
,Red,US,"This stylish blend from Montevina's Terra d'Oro brand shows smooth, tangy ripe fruit, highlighted with spice and lifted a bit with acids. Seamless attack and a smooth, stylish mouthfeel. —P.G.",SHR Field Blend,12,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 1999 SHR Field Blend Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-1999-shr-field-blend-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Terra d'Oro
13.5,Red,Chile,"Here's a dense, brooding, rich Cab that's jam-packed with plum and chocolate aromas. In the mouth, there's plenty of structure, with full tannins to boot. Yet it's perfectly round, smooth and easy to drink. Cabernets this big and tasty don't usually cost less than $20, so jump at this Maipo marvel if you get the chance.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,18,89,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 Medalla Real Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-medalla-real-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Santa Rita
15.2,Red,US,"I dig the black pepper, cocoa, anise and stewed fruit bouquet, and the blueberry, blackberry and unsweetened chocolate palate profile. The mouthfeel is silky smooth, and a bit rich thanks to lots of caramel. The finish is a bit of a conundrum— there's big, sweet ripe berry fruit at first, but it ducks out before you know it and leaves you with a substantial amount of ash and black pepper. Not that pepper's a bad thing, but I do wish that I had some warning.",Grandpere,32,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1999 Grandpere Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-grandpere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Renwood
14.4,Red,US,"Classic aromas of berries, smoke, and spices, with that savage, warm tree bark note that marks the best Zins. Drinks very fruity and big, a fat, jammy wine stuffed with all sorts of berry flavors. The mouthfeel is soft and tannic, and it's really dry. Finishes a bit hot.",Monte Rosso,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 1999 Monte Rosso Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-monte-rosso-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
,White,Chile,"The purity and power of the grapefruit and passion fruit aromas are uncharacteristically strong for a wine of this price. Vital acids drive the pineapple and passion fruit flavors across the lively palate. The tropical blast ends in a smooth, long finish. Who knew Chile could produce inexpensive Sauvignon Blanc like this? Best Buy.",Reserva,10,89,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2001 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Montes
13.5,Red,Chile,"This is a wine from 65-year-old vines and it's perfectly floral and rich, as good Malbec should be. In the mouth, there's blackberry, licorice, nutmeg and cinnamon. A little acidity on the palate keeps it fresh and focused. Aging this wine for a short time will probably do it some good. Best Buy.",,10,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2000 Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2000,Montes
,Red,US,"Concentrated and juicy, this Zin packs solid blueberry and other wild berry and spice flavors into a complex package that's dry, but filled with sunny ripeness. From the lush entry through the jammy flavors to the long, peppery finish, it's a heckuva wine. Best Buy. —S.H.",,13,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Easton 2000 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-2000-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,2000,Easton
14.8,Red,US,"Not a Zin by legal standards (it contains only 68% Zinfandel, plus 16% of both Carignane and Petite Sirah), but synonymous enough with the variety that we had to include it. The Geyserville carries the earthy aromas and flavors that are Ridge's calling card: The bouquet shows light aromas of tree bark, soil and mixed berry notes, plus some oak-derived spice; tannic deep earth, bark and tart black fruit flavors on the palate smooth out after a few minutes in the glass. More of the same earthy-blackness, plus chalk and oak, ride out the medium-long finish. —D.M.",Geyserville,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ridge 1999 Geyserville Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1999-geyserville-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1999,Ridge
,White,Austria,"Enormously complex, with aromas and flavors that run the gamut from oil shale and beeswax to quince and Asian pear, baking spices and honey. Finishes long and spicy, with a dry mineral component. —J.C.",Langenloiser Steinmassel,25,90,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2000 Langenloiser Steinmassel Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2000-langenloiser-steinmassel-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2000,Bründlmayer
13,White,Austria,"Oily and rich describe this GV's mouthfeel, while its aromas are all about gardenias, apples and honey. Clove and cinnamon accent the ripe apple and pear fruit. Minerally and intense on the finish. —J.C.",Odfeld,17,90,Weinviertel,,,Zull 2000 Odfeld Grüner Veltliner (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zull-2000-odfeld-gruner-veltliner-weinviertel/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Zull
14.6,Red,US,"One of Ravenswood's single-vineyard offerings, the Dickerson has explosive blueberry, blackberry and eucalyptus flavors, spiced up a bit with black pepper. A sweet-spicy, rich blackberry, white pepper and eucalyptus bouquet starts things off; toasty oak and tannic, blackberry-skin flavors draw the wine to a lingering close. A button-pusher, though perhaps a bit too big for some folks. —D.M.",Dickerson,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ravenswood 1999 Dickerson Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-dickerson-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
14,Red,US,"The nose takes a little while to open, but when it does, you'll be entranced by the fresh mint, nutmeg, cinnamon and chalk dust aromas that coat underlying black cherry and red berry notes. In the mouth, the blueberry and blackberry fruit is big, but not to worry—it's two steps shy of tasting overextracted, and the fruity intensity lets up after a few minutes in the glass. Caramel-oak flavors add a rich, velvety texture; finishes with a zippy white-pepper flash, and some chalkiness. Beware: It's yummy, but may bowl you over.",Live Oak,28,90,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1999 Live Oak Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1999-live-oak-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Cline
13,White,France,"This full, ripe white shows a lovely, dryly floral nose. The honeysuckle, vanilla and gently smoky palate displays real Viognier character and has great appeal. It's very pretty and ready-to-drink, closing dry and mildly spicy with good length. A great alternative to an upper-level Chardonnay, and fine for mildly spicy dishes.",La Galopine,40,90,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Delas Frères 1999 La Galopine  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1999-galopine-viognier-condrieu/,Viognier,1999,Delas Frères
,Red,Chile,"Deep, ripe and plummy up front, with a firm mouthfeel and pronounced tannins. In other words, it's structured for the long haul. The fruit is tight and lively, running toward plum and cherry. The black fruit and coffee on the finish make a statement.",Alpha,22,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 1999 Alpha Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1999-alpha-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Montes
15.1,Red,US,"Deep chalk, forest floor and stewy red berry aromas morph into homey wheat and burnt sugar notes after a few minutes in the glass. Earthy in the mouth, it has subtle cedar, black cherry and blackberry notes and a well-balanced but not-so-velvety, gritty-earth mouthfeel. Tannins give the Teldeschi lots of texture on the finish—its charred, even unfiltered-textured finale outlasts even the blackberry flavors. Not huge, and has lots of character.",Teldeschi,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ravenswood 1999 Teldeschi Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-teldeschi-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
13.5,Red,Chile,"The grapes for this muscled-up Cab were grown in one of the oldest vineyards in the country. The wine has old-school terroir in it—meatiness and nuts. It's a French oak recipient (18 months), with dark plummy fruit at the tannin-protected core. A soft and cuddly fruitball, it's not; but real Cabernet it is for sure.",Manso de Velasco,33,90,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 1999 Manso de Velasco Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-1999-manso-velasco-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Miguel Torres
13.5,White,Chile,"Taking complexity a step further than the fruit-drivens Sauvignon Blanc, this oak-aged pretty boy conjures thoughts of Pouilly-Fumé on a good day. Pungent green apple persists from the opening sip to the finish, which offers lemon and lime and a soft closing sensation. It has much in common with Loire Valley whites. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,90,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2001 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-curico-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2001,Montes
11.5,White,Austria,"The intricate nose features head-turning scents of narcissus and ferns on one hand, and limes and green apples on the other. The flavors are all finely etched minerals, like liquid rock crystal or the most flavorful mountain stream. The long finish is mouthwatering, clean and crisp. —J.C.",Vom Stein Federspiel,24,90,Wachau,,,Nikolaihof 2000 Vom Stein Federspiel Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nikolaihof-2000-vom-stein-federspiel-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,2000,Nikolaihof
,Red,Chile,"At two-thirds Cabernet, 20% Merlot and 15% Carmenère, this French oak-aged beauty features earth, rose petals and some bread dough on its bouquet. The wine represents the top of the line for the boutique Santa Laura winery, and it competes favorably with the best Chile has to offer, but at a fraction of the price. It's layered, creamy and large, with tannins that are as soft as silk.",Gran Reserva,23,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Laura Hartwig 1999 Gran Reserva Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laura-hartwig-1999-gran-reserva-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Laura Hartwig
13.2,Red,US,"Uniformly well-liked by our panel, the Domaine bottling offers fat, tart-sweet cherry-berry aromas and flavors bearing earth, smoke and spice accents. The fruit is full and bouncy on the tongue, with interesting mint and cocoa notes. Balanced and elegant, this tasty wine is tempting now and should improve further, drinking well through 2006.",Domaine,50,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1998 Domaine Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-domaine-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,King Estate
,Red,Chile,"There's much to like about this big-boned blend that features about 65% old-vine Andean Cariñena as well as Syrah and Merlot. Given the players, the color is expectedly huge, and the nose is very intense, a pleasure. Seductive tannins allow for immediate drinkability. If you like a rich, burly berry-and-spice-packed red, this will do the trick.",Cordillera,26,90,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Cordillera Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-cordillera-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,2000,Miguel Torres
13,Red,Chile,"For a taste of what a good Chilean winery can do with Cabernet, and not charge you an arm and a leg, this is a perennial best bet. Even better: the '99 might be the best Cuvée Al to date. The nose is deep, brambly and inviting. The cassis and herb-tinged palate features tight tannins. Finally, it finishes with vanilla, coffee and dark chocolate. Short-term cellaring will only improve it.",Cuvée Alexandre,20,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 1999 Cuvée Alexandre Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1999-cuvee-alexandre-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Lapostolle
,White,US,"Flavorful and richly textured with pear, nutmeg, earth and petrol aromas and flavors. The complex palate expands with melon, peach, citrus and pepper notes, all supported by good acidity. Strikes a nice textural balance between roundness and crispness. The tangy close of this handsome, large-scaled white shows  dry citrus-pear notes. A superb match for veal or pork. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,20,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2000 Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2000-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,King Estate
,Red,Chile,"Coffee and burnt toast dominate the nose, courtesy of 50% aging in new French oak. But this is no woodman's delight. Quite the opposite: It's perfectly balanced and packed full of sweet cherries and plums. Best of all, the mouthfeel is undeniably creamy. Deeply extracted, with lots of muscle.",Terrunyo,29,90,Pirque,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Terrunyo Cabernet Sauvignon (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-terrunyo-cabernet-sauvignon-pirque/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Concha y Toro
,Red,Chile,"If Carmenère is going to attract a global following, it's going to do it on the backs of wines like this. Made from grapes hailing predominantly from a subsection of the Rapel Valley, this is a thick, earthy, meaty wine with sweet and chewy black plums and ripe cherries at its core. The mouthfeel is a tad leathery, with a very firm grip. With about 15% Maipo Cabernet blended in, it's just about perfect, without any hint of green.",Terrunyo,29,91,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Terrunyo Carmenère (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-terrunyo-carmenere-peumo/,Carmenère,1999,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"The second vintage of this wine, from dry-farmed, 52-year-old vines is a big 'un, with plenty of backbone and muscular tannin. The same sweet, floral, grapey nose identifies it as Todd Brothers, and Dashe used just 18% new oak, keeping the fruit up front where it belongs. 900 cases made.",Todd Brothers Ranch,25,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 1999 Todd Brothers Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-1999-todd-brothers-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Dashe Cellars
,Red,US,"This is one of two new reserves from winemaker T.J. Evans, who set himself the goal to produce quintessential Zinfandels from both the Dry Creek Valley and Russian River Valley appellations. From 50 year old vines, the wine is fragrant with wild strawberries and enhanced with chocolatey oak. Sweet, vivid and food friendly, it's a wonderful debut.",Reserve,39,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alderbrook 2000 Reserve Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2000-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Alderbrook
15.2,Red,US,"A smoldering, spicy nose of cedar, raspberry, red plum and mulling spices makes way for deep flavors, given added texture and depth by sturdy tannins: Juicy blackberry and smoke-ash flavors drift all the way through to the finish, where is punctuated by a light green-herb note. A seamless beauty.",Big River,30,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ravenswood 1999 Big River Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-big-river-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
,Red,US,"Here's a wine that defines a distinct style of Sierra Foothills Zin, namely, the wild, brambly kind that seduces with sheer power and exuberance. It's a mouthpunch of blueberry, boysenberry and other berry flavors, wrapped in just enough tannins and acids to provide balance. There's something woolly about it, especially in the peppery finish.",,25,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Easton 1999 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,1999,Easton
,Red,US,"Winemaker Michael Dashe singled out this old-vine fruit for special handling, and it pays off in a very fragrant, sweetly grapey wine with an enticing, intoxicating bouquet. Herbs and wildflowers and mixed red fruits explode in a profusion of scents and delicious layers of flavors.",Todd Brothers Ranch,25,91,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Dashe Cellars 1998 Todd Brothers Ranch Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-1998-todd-brothers-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Dashe Cellars
,Red,Chile,"Casa Silva has entered the Super Chilean sweepstakes with this Cabernet/Merlot/Carmenère blend—and the winery scores some early points. From a fine vintage, this wine is minty, chocolaty and full of red raspberry fruit. Some airing reveals graham cracker, caramel andhidden fruit. It's definitely a big-time, well-made wine that reflects serious effort. And it's ageworthy, up to about five years. Cellar Selection.",Altura,90,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Casa Silva 1999 Altura Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-silva-1999-altura-red-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Casa Silva
14.4,Red,US,"Deep red berrry dusted with cocoa powder, cinnamon-spice and eucalyptus, comprise the tantalizing bouquet. The Quinn is well-balanced, with tannins to spare that give it plenty of texture. On the palate, the red berry is tarter than what the bouquet offers, but it's rounded out with layers of of bitter chocolate and black pepper. Stewy red berry and a black pepper-and-mineral zing complete the picture.",Quinn Vineyard,22,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1997 Quinn Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1997-quinn-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Mazzocco
14.5,Red,US,"This is the Zin to show those European visitors who don't understand the varietal. It has the lush texture and depth of a fine wine, with sumptuous tannins, but with that roguish quality that characterizes California's own grape. If a serious wine can be fun and not take itself too seriously, this it it.",Old Vines,21,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,Red,France,"A flavorful, tangy wine with spice, meat and chalk notes offsetting the excellent vintage's ripe, chewy fruit. Has a lively palate texture and the slight herb-metallic overtones typical of many Rhône blends. Full without being weighty, this is well-structured with modest tannins to lose. Drinkable now with hearty fare, it will benefit from a another year of aging and be at its best from 2003 to 2007 and beyond. Editors' Choice.",Les Calcerniers,29,91,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Delas Frères 1998 Les Calcerniers Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1998-calcerniers-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Delas Frères
14.5,Red,US,"Dark but not heavy, and livelier than this brooding profile sounds: Black cherry, cocoa and forest-floor aromas deepen considerably after a few minutes in the glass. Dark black fruit, oak and fresh green herb flavors smolder on the juicy palate. Finishes really long, with significant doses of blackberry, soil, nut and mineral (linger over it long enough and you'll also catch traces of unsweetened chocolate). This vintage contains 70% Zin (backed up by Petite Sirah, Carignane and Mataro). —D.M.",Lytton Springs,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ridge 1999 Lytton Springs Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1999-lytton-springs-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1999,Ridge
14,White,Austria,"This rich and full-bodied Grüner pulls no punches, hitting hard with smoke, green pear, honey and peppery spice notes that score big on the long finish. Despite impressive ripeness and 14% alcohol, there's no apparent heat, just great depth. —J.C.",Schenkenbichl Trocken,37,91,Kamptal,,,Sonnhof 2000 Schenkenbichl Trocken Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonnhof-2000-schenkenbichl-trocken-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Sonnhof
13.5,Red,Chile,"Smooth, rich and inviting, just like a top-of-the-line effort should be. Mounds of sweet red and black fruit floats effortlessly on the palate, while cherry, coffee and kirsch form the basis of what is a terrific finish. This unique wine is made using the so-called solera system, whereby older and newer vintages are blended in order to achieve a premium result.",Caballo Loco - No. 4,35,91,Lontué Valley,,,Valdivieso NV Caballo Loco - No. 4 Red (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-nv-caballo-loco-no-4-red-lontue-valley/,Red Blend,,Valdivieso
14.6,Red,US,"Sugary-earth and anise aromas accent deep blackberry on the nose; in the mouth, this Russian River Valley Zin has bright raspberry and blueberry flavors, kept in check beautifully with oak and dried spice notes. Luscious in the mouth, and sexy overall, it finishes long with loads of blackberry and a little caramel at the very end. Could be even better after a year or two in the cellar.",Collins Vineyard,26,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Limerick Lane 1999 Collins Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/limerick-lane-1999-collins-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Limerick Lane
13.5,Red,Chile,"This joint venture between Concha y Toro and the owners of Château Mouton Rothschild is hitting its stride. The latest Almaviva showcases sweet, dark, plummy fruit, all wrapped in a cedary cloak of earth, tobacco and cassis. Smooth and supple, framed with soft tannins, there's no need to cellar it, but it should last well.",,91,92,Maipo Valley,,,Almaviva 1999 Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaviva-1999-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Almaviva
13.5,Red,Chile,"With 15% Merlot, this is a gorgeous new wine under the Floresta label. It shows all the prime pedigree of the famed Apalta vineyard and lots of style from 17 months in French oak. It's deep and purple, with tons of sweet extract (just watch those legs stick to the glass). Jammy black fruit, cassis notes, toasty wood nuances and super softtannins—what more could you ask for? Editors' Choice.",Floresta Apalta Estate,30,92,Colchagua Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 Floresta Apalta Estate Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-floresta-apalta-estate-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Santa Rita
,Red,US,"This Gallo brand excels with Zinfandel, as this brilliant single-vineyard effort demonstrates. It explodes with focused, intense berry fruit, beautifully accented with oak that lends coffee, chocolate and hints of tar. Accents ring through the harmonious finish, with tobacco, cedar and coconut among them. Editors' Choice.",Stefani Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 1999 Stefani Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-1999-stefani-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Rancho Zabaco
,Red,US,"Rich, plush and loaded with blackberry, cassis, raspberry, tar and chocolate flavors. Tangy acidity and firm, ripe tannins carry the wine neatly along the palate in an elegant blend that's showing beautifully now and should age nicely, too.",Old Mature Vines,28,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Scherrer 1999 Old Mature Vines Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scherrer-1999-old-mature-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Scherrer
15.4,Red,US,"Bright blackberries, but enough surprises for it to be anything but run-of-the-mill. Anise and charred oak flavors keep the fruit from being too bright; finishes medium-long with pepper and mineral notes. The nose is a seductive cocoon of mint, eucalyptus, barbecue marinade, brown sugar and a milky-calcium note that envelops the berry fruit.",Old Hill,36,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 1999 Old Hill Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-old-hill-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
,Red,Chile,"This is 90% old-vine Malbec with 10% Cabernet thrown in. The best one-word description is “awesome.” The 80-year-old Malbecvines is full of clove, licorice and marzipan nuances. The flavor profile offers berries, sweetmeat pie and maple syrup. The finish is huge but soft. The body is massive and concentrated, but entirely friendly. This is indeed a super Chilean in all senses of the word. Editors' Choice.",Viu I,39,93,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 1999 Viu I Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-1999-i-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,1999,Viu Manent
,Red,Chile,"The 1997 Casa Real was royal, and the '99 is even better. It's rich, deep and lavishly oaked. The concentration is intense but it's not overly tight or tannic. In every way it's a dead ringer for sweet, luscious fruit-forward Napa Cabernet. Plum, coffee and cream share center stage on the stylish finish.",Casa Real,65,94,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-casa-real-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Santa Rita
,Red,Chile,"Once again, arguably the best wine in Chile is this beauty from what may eventually become recognized as a world-class site for red wines—the dry-farmed, old-vines Apalta Vineyard. Fermentation involving big wood vats and the utmost in human attention yields a pure, stately wine that's equal parts power and finesse. Blendwise, it's mostly Merlot, and the flavors are all about kirsch, plum liqueur and chocolate. Give it several years to fully blossom. Editors' Choice.",Clos Apalta,60,94,Chile,,,Lapostolle 1999 Clos Apalta Red (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1999-clos-apalta-red/,Red Blend,1999,Lapostolle
13.5,White,US,"If you want to know what artificial oak smells and tastes like, it's on full display here. Sawdust aromas come before a creamy, oaky palate. It's not cloying or overly heavy, and the acidity is strong enough to keep things lively, but it still lacks a clean fruit character, and the forced oak flavor is not appealing. —M.S.",,13,80,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Baron Herzog
,Red,US,"This is definitely a subpar effort from this usually reliable budget producer. Dark and muddy in appearance, it tastes of burnt sugar, tired fruit and stemmy earth. The finish is dry and chalky, with ashy tannins. —P.G.",Black Beauty,15,80,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 1999 Black Beauty Merlot (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1999-black-beauty-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Bridgeview
12,White,South Africa,,,8,84,Western Cape,,,Baobab 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baobab-2001-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Baobab
15,Red,US,White pepper and oak aromas spice up the bouquet; white pepper adds brightness to an otherwise very dark black fruit-and-oak profile on the palate. Naturally recommends itself to steak au poivre.,Grandmere,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1999 Grandmere Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Renwood
,White,Chile,"Round and full in the nose, with a heavy aromatic emphasis on grapefruit. Soft lemon and other citrus fruits show up on the palate. For Sauvignon Blanc, the mouth is rather heavy and creamy; the finish seems mildly warm.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,18,85,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 Medalla Real Special Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-medalla-real-special-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Santa Rita
,White,Chile,"Some Chards have soft, fat noses because of overripe fruit and heavy oak. Not here! This is a no-oak wine that still boasts lush tropical fruit aromas followed up by bright orange and melon flavors. It also sports a defined lemony finish.",,8,85,Central Valley,,,Carmen 2001 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2001-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Carmen
13,White,Austria,,Summus,16,84,South Styria,,,Wohlmuth 2000 Summus Pinot Gris (South Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2000-summus-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-south-styria/,Pinot Gris,2000,Wohlmuth
12,White,Austria,A low-end Grüner that provides just enough lime fruit and green pea character to make a pleasant before-dinner drink. —J.C.,Hochterrassen,11,83,Kremstal,,,Erich Salomon 2000 Hochterrassen Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erich-salomon-2000-hochterrassen-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Erich Salomon
11,White,Australia,"Lushly aromatic, with scents of cream, vanilla, smoke and toast. Which might lead you to think it's been aged in oak—but it hasn't. Grapefruit, peach and cream flavors lead into a mouthwatering, lemony finish. It's a bit austere on the palate yet; give it a few years in the cellar to round out. Best Buy.",Bin 9255,16,91,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Lindemans 1998 Bin 9255 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1998-bin-9255-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,1998,Lindemans
13.8,White,US,"The Grand Estates lineup from Columbia Crest is always a leader in the Chardonnay and Merlot categories. This offers intense fruit and a decent amount of new oak, bundled into a big, ripe wine with plenty of pineapple/butterscotch power, and enough firm acid to knit it all together.",Grand Estates,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2000 Grand Estates Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2000-grand-estates-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Columbia Crest
13.1,White,US,"Fresh and refreshing, Van Duzer hits it right with tart, spicy fruit and a nice kick to the finish. A racy, lean style, built for food, but quite appealing all by itself.",,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Van Duzer 2000 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-duzer-2000-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Van Duzer
10.8,White,Australia,"Toasty, as you'd expect from an aged Sémillon, but also boasts a bit of butter and some clove notes. Flavors are tart and citrusy—mainly lemon, with a hint of unripe pear. This big-boned wine could still age a while longer.",Vat 1,50,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 1994 Vat 1 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-1994-vat-1-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,1994,Tyrrell's
14,Red,France,,,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Maris 1999 Red (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maris-1999-red-minervois/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Château Maris
12.9,White,US,"This winery imprints a distinct style on virtually everything it releases; here it is a Chardonnay that smells strongly of new-mown hay, with an earthy, dusty undercurrent that carries over to the palate. Some alcoholic heat is there as well, along with the taste of grassy herbs.",,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Barnard Griffin
13.5,Red,Australia,"A decent stand-in for New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, this medium-weight wine has some cat-pee aromas mixed with celery and grapefruit. The passion-fruit flavors finish long and tangy.",,17,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Nepenthe 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nepenthe-2001-sauvignon-blanc-adelaide-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Nepenthe
12.5,White,France,"This unique wine from Corsica is aromatic, with very ripe fruit (orange, even apricot) aromas. Similar flavors follow on the palate, but the light-mid weight wine is (attractively) drier than expected. Finishes with good length and enough slightly drying tannins to suggest it will last a year or two. A good foil for Mediterranean seafood dishes.",,8,85,Vin de Pays de l'Ile de Beauté,,,Domaine du Mont Saint-Jean 2000 Aleatico (Vin de Pays de l'Ile de Beauté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mont-saint-jean-2000-italian-red-aleatico-vin-pays-lile-beaute/,Aleatico,2000,Domaine du Mont Saint-Jean
13.5,Red,France,"This 60% Grenache-40% Syrah blend is a tasty easy drinker. A soft mouthfeel,  juicy red and black berry aromas and flavors and some chocolate and licorice accents make this affordable red a good value. Finishes a touch drier, with modest tannins. Drink now.",Le Rouge,9,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,French Revolution 1999 Le Rouge Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/french-revolution-1999-le-rouge-red-cotes-ventoux/,Red Blend,1999,French Revolution
,White,US,Valley View has made this wine in a consistent style for over a decade: pick the fruit as ripe as possible and give it a generous amount of new oak. Some nice spicy clove and cinnamon scents light up the nose; but the oak is dominant to the point of harshness.,Anna Maria,22,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Valley View 1999 Anna Maria Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-view-1999-anna-maria-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Valley View
14.6,Red,US,"Sturdy blackberry and oak flavors, plus a little earth, run from palate to finish; on the nose, there's more of the same, plus a slight Sweet Tart note. —D.M.",Crescent,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Crescent Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-crescent-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Midnight
,Red,US,"The Home Vineyard bottling mixes milk chocolate scents, ripe cherries and streaks of licorice in a pleasing, ripe, full-bodied Zin. There's a good, tight, tart backbone to the wine, and it's just a shade less complex than its brother, the SHR Field Blend. —P.G.",Home Vineyard,12,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 1999 Home Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-1999-home-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Terra d'Oro
13,White,Australia,"This wine's mouthfeel lends itself, it seems, to this wine's flavors: chalk and a light floral-gardeny note on the palate, and minerals on the finish. On the nose, a little cream and butter softens up clean, lime-mineral aromas.",Chenin Blanc-Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 1999 Chenin Blanc-Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc White (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-chenin-blanc-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-white-south/,White Blend,1999,Tatachilla
12.5,Red,France,"Not fat, but juicy and fruitful, this wine displays overtly grapey aromas, cherry berry and earth flavors. It's even a touch angular but decidedly flavorful, with good acidity. Just slightly prickly tannins show on the dry, faintly mineral finish.",,10,84,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,Moulin de la Dame 1999 Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moulin-dame-1999-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Moulin de la Dame
12.5,White,Australia,"A wax, hay, smoke and even sandalwood nose opens to a sweet, grapey palate with nut accents. But very high acidity detracts from this bottle's pleasant front end. It closes very briskly, with citrus, spice and a cutting feel.",,9,84,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2000 Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2000-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,2000,Hope Estate
13,White,US,"Light and refreshing, this no-frills version offers crisp, neutral flavors of green apples and melon. Despite the fact that Bridgeview is in hot-climate southern Oregon, their style of Pinot Gris is considerably leaner than those from up north.",,11,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Bridgeview
,White,US,"This unusual grape grows well in the Puget Sound appellation of western Washington. It shows a gunpowder nose, spicy, herbal and very dusty/dry; with tart, grassy flavors.",Madeleine,11,84,Washington,Washington Other,Puget Sound,Whidbey Island Winery 2000 Madeleine Angevine (Puget Sound),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2000-madeleine-other-white-angevine-other-puget-sound/,Angevine,2000,Whidbey Island Winery
13,White,France,,,12,84,Burgundy,Saint-Véran,,Georges Duboeuf 2000  Saint-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2000-chardonnay-saint-veran/,Chardonnay,2000,Georges Duboeuf
13,White,Australia,"Subtle fresh, green notes give this Sauvignon Blanc a clean, dry mouthfeel and make it a good accompaniment to rich foods. Lime and floral notes dominate the bouquet; fresh green herb, green apple and a little passion fruit brighten the palate. Finishes dry, with tangy lime and mineral notes.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Rosemount
12.5,White,Australia,"Starts off almost sweet-smelling, blending passion-fruit and strawberry or currant aromas, then it turns very green-peppery on the palate before finishing with decent acidity.",Bin 95,9,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 2000 Bin 95 Sauvignon Blanc (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2000-bin-95-sauvignon-blanc-south/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lindemans
14,Red,France,"Dark cherry fruit and lots of toasty oak mark this mid-weight red from Provence. But it's rather hemmed-in and one-dimensional, and also bears some drying, prickly back-end tannins. This may come into better balance with time, but one doubts if the fruit will ever shine. Could be a decent match for grilled foods.",Domaine des Béates,29,84,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,M. Chapoutier 1998 Domaine des Béates Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1998-domaine-beates-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Red Blend,1998,M. Chapoutier
12,Red,France,"Fresh green herbs, Sweet Tarts and dried spices play on the nose, while more spice, tree bark and earthy flavors round out the palate. Only after a few minutes does soft red fruit peek out. Medium-weight with a tangy oak finish, this Merlot only wants a little more fruit.",,6,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,L'Orval 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorval-1999-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1999,L'Orval
,White,US,"This is a light, unassuming, quite neutral wine, cleanly made, with tart, simple fruit. A hint of herb and plenty of acid complete the picture.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Powers
14,Red,France,"An undercurrent of green herb and black pepper dominates the nose (with some date and stewed fruit aromas), and liven up the black fruit and chalk flavors on the palate.",Les Epices,26,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Mommessin 1998 Les Epices Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-1998-epices-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Mommessin
13.5,Red,France,"The Lamargue offers mixed berries, oak and sturdy tannins in the mouth, and more of the same (plus a metallic note) on the medium-length finish. The bouquet—chalk and a smoked meatiness, over bright mixed berries—is my favorite part",,13,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine Lamargue 2000 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lamargue-2000-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2000,Domaine Lamargue
13,Red,France,"Another of the Syrconnection wines, this opens with a dark berry, earth and woody bouquet. Full and structured in the mouth, it shows the high acidity, dark berry and herb flavors, and vaguely metallic (some say herb) notes Grenache can show. Finishes somewhat astringently, with fairly hard tannins. Rustically solid, if somewhat rough now. A good value cellar candidate; hold and try after 2004.",Syrache,13,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Comte Cathare 1999 Syrache Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comte-cathare-1999-syrache-red-vin-pays-doc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Comte Cathare
12.5,Red,France,"Consider this neo-Australian for its dark cherry cream nose, juicy, welterweight palate and modest acidity. But the flavors have an herb-accented, sweet-and-sour quality that keep it decidedly French. This attractive, affordable, fine party or bar pour finishes dry, with mild leather and spice notes. Best Buy.",,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Les Jamelles
13.5,White,US,"All from a single vineyard, this very tart wine shows green apple fruit, hints of coconut, and a bit of toast on the finish. Just 205 cases were produced.",,15,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adea 1999 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adea-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Adea
12.5,White,France,"Light oak-cream flavors plus a little nuttiness dominate the palate; less oak, plus dusty sour-apple flavors linger on the bouquet. Finishes with terroir-rific chalk-mineral notes.",Founder's Reserve,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,J.P. Chenet 2000 Founder's Reserve Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-chenet-2000-founders-reserve-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,J.P. Chenet
14,White,Australia,"Viognier is never this inexpensive, let alone this inexpensive and this good. On the nose, clean citrus notes balance brighter, richer tropical fruit and butter aromas. It's smooth in the mouth, where bright sunflower and chalk flavors play tug of war with underdog chalk and caramel notes, but it's so well integrated that it's hard to say who's winning. Best Buy.",,22,85,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 1999 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-1999-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,1999,Heggies Vineyard
11.5,White,France,"Very crisp and green, this offering from the broadest Loire area appellation comes off like a Kiwi more than a Frenchie. It's brisk, with almost sharp green herb notes and a touch of the (oh, yes) cat-pee note that so many have. It's tangy and light, a very good example of that style (if that's your cup of tea).",,6,85,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Lacheteau 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lacheteau-2000-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-jardin/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lacheteau
12.5,Rose,France,"This pale but lively rosé is dryly fruited with light cherry aromas and flavors, ansie and mineral accents. Even and lithe in the mouth, this has the qualities that make a good Provençal rosé so delightful. Perfect to drink now, this is a good value if found on sale.",Cru Classe,12,85,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2000 Cru Classe Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2000-cru-classe-rose-cotes/,Rosé,2000,Château Roubine
13,White,Austria,"Balanced for current drinking, the disparate aromas and flavors of clove, lime, quinine, ginger and nectarine all come together harmoniously in this medium-weight wine. Everything—acids, fruit, alcohol—is well-proportioned and pleasing, maybe just a bit too polite and well-behaved. —J.C.",Zobinger Heiligenstein Trocken,28,88,Kamptal,,,Sonnhof 2000 Zobinger Heiligenstein Trocken Riesling (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonnhof-2000-zobinger-heiligenstein-trocken-riesling-kamptal/,Riesling,2000,Sonnhof
15.2,Red,US,"Okay, so they only made 125 cases—but don't say we didn't warn you. This Zin's nose balances powdered sugar, ripe mixed berries and hickory and cedar; you'll encounter loads of chalk and dust over oak and tart red plum on the palate. Medium-weight, it closes with more tart red-berry fruit and powder. —D.M.",Estate,26,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Estate Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Midnight
13.5,Red,Italy,"This super Tuscan shows fine aromatics with a ripe and dark cherry, cream, cedar and chocolate nose. Balanced and dry, it offers a ripe, slightly viscous mouthfeel with black cherry, espresso and toast flavors. Very appealing in the modern manner, it's satisfying, if not terrifically subtle. There's an underlying sense that more depth and intensity could come from the fruit here, even as one enjoys it for its undeniable suave appeal.",Modus,40,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 1997 Modus Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1997-modus-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1997,Ruffino
,White,US,"With its pear-spice profile, hint of petrol and ripe texture, it's no surprise this is a wine list favorite—it delivers positive flavor and feel in a range crowded with anonymous wines. It may be a touch hotter than the label's 13%, making it even more like many of its cousins from Alsace. Full, decidedly more Gris than Grigio in style, it's a winning ATC—alternative to Chardonnay. Best Buy.",,14,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 2000 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,King Estate
,White,US,,,14,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1998 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1998,King Estate
14.3,Red,US,"Licorice-like on the palate, with an herbal, smoky follow up. Tannins are ripe and rich thought the finish has a touch of tartness.",Mazzoni,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1999 Mazzoni Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-mazzoni-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Kenwood
14.5,Red,Chile,"A certain level of tightness and structure in the nose hides the immensely ripe and clean cherry, plum and toast flavors that come across on the firm, supported palate. With full tannins and noticeable oak, this is a good Merlot in all the departments that matter.",,20,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 2000 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2000-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,Arboleda
13.5,Red,Chile,"Very dark colors and meaty, road-tar notes in the nose put you on notice that the wine is big. But more than big, it's pure, with layers of plum and berry fruit mixed with a peppery, bacon quality. It has an almost late-harvest depth and softness throughout, so the best bet might be to drink it soon.",,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Arboleda 1999 Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-1999-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,1999,Arboleda
,Red,France,"Full and even dark fruit with spice and cream notes mark this handsome, affordable red. It's not at all heavy, and is quite tasty, with dry herb-tobacco shadings on the tart, dry berry flavors. Finishes with nice length, and goes down real easy, just like the 1998, which performed well in our World Cup of Syrah last fall. Editors' Choice.",Les Launes,15,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 1999 Les Launes  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1999-launes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Delas Frères
,Red,Chile,"This serious Malbec comes with 15% Cabernet in the mix, and that bit of Cab offers just the boost the wine needs. It's sincerely jammy and grapey, but there's also depth and layers to the black fruit. Tannins, licorice and vanilla all come on late. As the name implies, this has a lot of the character you'd expect from a so-called special selection.",Special Selection,16,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 2000 Special Selection Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-2000-special-selection-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2000,Viu Manent
13.8,White,Chile,"Toasty aromas and nuts sit on top of light, buttery fruit—and that's just the nose. The mouth is full of butter and vanilla, but also apples and pears. This has softness to offer, and then some. A clean, smooth five-minute finish doesn't hurt the package in the least. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,89,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2001-reserve-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Montes
,Red,US,"This is classic Dry Creek fruit, fragrant and spicy, redolent of fresh, ripe berries. Lots of vivid acidity keeps it fresh and polished, and a bit of Carignane and Petit Sirah are in the blend for added texture. Concentrated and lovely wine.",,20,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dashe Cellars 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dashe-cellars-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Dashe Cellars
14.6,Red,US,"Spice, leather and cherry mix with a slightly alcoholic, floral nose in this single-vineyard Zin. The spice joins forces with a little toast and smoke on the palate, which enhance the cherry aromas and flavors, but which also cause the wine to finish with a bite of tannin. This is one that could benefit from another year or two in the rack.",Grist Vineyard,30,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bradford Mountain 1999 Grist Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradford-mountain-1999-grist-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Bradford Mountain
14,Red,Chile,"Starts off with reductive aromas of road tar and swamp mud, but has plenty of earthy black currant flavors to balance things out. Lead pencil and tobacco elements grace the palate and sturdy tannins frame the finish. A full, rugged and somewhat rustic expression of Cabernet. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,89,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,La Palma
14.8,Red,US,"This Zin has sturdy tannins and a medium-full mouthfeel, but not the black, brooding quality that you'd expect from such bigness. Cola plus bright, jammy red and black berries pave the way for cocoa and lots of ripe, mixed black fruit on the finish. Goes down really easy. —D.M.",,,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Belvedere 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Belvedere
14.6,Red,US,"Made from 80-year-old vines, the Cuneo Saini is lively and medium-bodied in the mouth. Oak, brown sugar and cocoa stand out on the nose, and are followed on the palate by blackberry coated with a healthy dose of black pepper. Fresh herbal flavors meld the palate with the finish, where chalky-cocoa powder flavors linger.",Cuneo & Saini Vineyard,22,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1997 Cuneo & Saini Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1997-cuneo-saini-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Mazzocco
,Red,US,"This is young and quite tart, still a bit closed in, but it shows pure, sweet, berry fruit that has the concentration of jammy preserves yet retain their lively acidity. Not much oak in evidence, just lovely Zinfandel fruit that speaks to the terroir of Dry Creek.",Reserve,39,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2000 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2000-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Alderbrook
,Red,US,"Solid and flavorful, with a bouquet of smoky oak over dry cherry fruit, accented by pepper and spice. The wood is plentiful but handsome, nicely framing the ripe fruit. Earthy forest-floor notes and a supple yet tangy mouthfeel complete the attractive package. It's warm and inviting, finishing with good length. Drink now through 2005. Significantly better than a bottle rated previously.",Reserve,35,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,King Estate
12.5,Red,France,"A 100% Syrah cuvée that takes off with potent, berry, tobacco, herb and toast aromas. Shows just the right amount of sauvage animal notes the grape is noted for. Big, dry and supple, the palate displays tart-sweet fruit, a slight chalkiness, and leather and earth accents. Thins a bit on the back end but finishes long, with the structure to age another two to four years.",Cuvée Francois de Tournon,20,89,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 1997 Cuvée Francois de Tournon  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1997-cuvee-francois-tournon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1997,Delas Frères
,Red,US,"Fragrant and fruity on the nose, with rich plum, black currant, tar and smoke overtones. Spicy and licorice-like at the end with a touch of bitterness. —J.M.",Old Vine,25,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Fritz
13.4,Red,US,"Red-berry on the nose is jazzed up with spicy, oak-derived aromas. It's bouncy and lighter-weight than you'd expect of a Sonoma Zin, thanks to raspberry and red-plum flavors on the palate, and cherry, cranberry and spicy barbecue flavors on the finish. —D.M.",Eve,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Venus 1999 Eve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venus-1999-eve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Venus
14.7,Red,US,,Grist Vineyard,24,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bradford Mountain 1998 Grist Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradford-mountain-1998-grist-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Bradford Mountain
14.5,Red,US,"A medium-full wine, with an appealing mix of nut, cocoa, anise, oak and black fruit on the palate. Opens with paprika and cinnamon, plus cocoa aromas; closes with a definitive vanilla-anise-oak tang.",Deep Valley,30,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Hidden Cellars 1997 Deep Valley Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1997-deep-valley-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1997,Hidden Cellars
11.5,White,Austria,"At first the aromas bursting forth are warm and inviting, turning harder and sterner with air, finally becoming almost crystalline in their apple and pear character. Flavors of honey and clove, with a long, dry talc-like finish. —J.C.",Kamptaler Terrasssen,18,87,Kamptal,,,Bründlmayer 2000 Kamptaler Terrasssen Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brundlmayer-2000-kamptaler-terrasssen-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Bründlmayer
13.5,Red,Chile,"Given the El Niño-related difficulties of the '98 vintage, this version of Don Melchor is quite nice, and just right for immediate drinking. The bouquet is meaty, with strong leathery notes. Dark cherries and black plums on the palate are Bordeaux-like. Its soft tannins make it very approachable, especially with a lamb stew or something similar.",Don Melchor,40,87,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1998 Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1998-don-melchor-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Concha y Toro
14,Red,US,"Dark berry (black seedless grapes, perhaps), earth and a briny note lead into tart yet bright and concentrated blackberry and raspberry flavors. Medium-bodied with bright acid, it finishes with taut red fruit, a little chalk and a flash of hot black pepper at the very end.",Fulton Road Vineyard,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cline 1999 Fulton Road Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1999-fulton-road-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Cline
14.1,Red,US,"Medium-bodied, and not overly brooding or alcoholic, the Simi is oakier and less jammy than what you'd expect of its Dry Creek neighbors. On the palate, earth, oak and black fruit flavors are dusted with a little chalk. Opens with oak, blueberry and wheat flour aromas; stewy red-berry and a peppery zing draw this Zin to a close. If you tasted it blind, you might even have guessed that it's a Syrah.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Simi 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Simi
,Red,Chile,"With 5% each of Carmenère and Malbec, this tight, aggressive Cabernet is smoky, meaty and intense. Red fruit such as currants, cherry and raspberry swim together on the palate. The tail-end is long and full, but the acidity is powerful throughout, maybe a little too much so.",Doña Bernarda,26,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1999 Doña Bernarda Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1999-dona-bernarda-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Luis Felipe Edwards
13,Red,Chile,"Sweet, oaky aromas draw you in, and below that is nothing but an easy-drinking red wine that's full of cherry, proper tannins, mild woody tones and ample power. It's not overly complex; but it is immensely satisfying. Best Buy.",Reserve,12,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Viu Manent 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viu-manent-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Viu Manent
13,White,Chile,"Heavy toast, butter and vanilla aromas lead into a smooth, rich mouthfeel. Among the flavors, pear fruit seems to stick out the most. In the long run, however, whether intentional or not, the wine's weight seems to get the better of the taste, especially in the big, buttery finish.",Cuvée Alexandre,18,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2000 Cuvée Alexandre Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2000-cuvee-alexandre-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lapostolle
13.5,Red,Chile,"Like the other Valdivieso Reserve wines, this one is very oaky and cedary. Thankfully, there's some black cherry flavors to go along with the sweet wood and dried spices. Folds in coffee notes on the somewhat lemony finish.",Reserve,20,87,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Valdivieso
13.9,Red,US,"This baby goes down easily, particularly if you are not sensitive to oak. Big, lively aromas of caramel and ripe red fruit play on the nose; stewed red berry and more oak flavor the palate. Medium-weight in the mouth but for the prickly tannins that pop up just before the finish; ends with oak, caramel and herb.",Estate Bottled,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1999 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1999-estate-bottled-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,EOS
,Red,Chile,,,9,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Caliterra
,White,Chile,"Fifty percent barrel fermentation yields a roundness that Carmen's regular Chardonnay lacks. Its lemony flavors are offset by toasted coconut from the wood. Fairly intense throughout, with clear, defined fruit.",Reserve,13,87,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2001-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Carmen
14.5,Red,Chile,"Sweet cherries and lots of ripe plum make the nose very nice. A hint of smoked meat in the background adds complexity. Cherry and plum also define the flavors, and the body here is sizable but in balance. A pronounced oakiness and full tannins suggest that some aging might help it along",Reserve,15,87,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Carmen
14.9,Red,US,"This joint effort from Alyssa Barlow and Fred Williams (son of Williams Selyem's former winemaker-owner, Burt Williams) has some of the most impressive packaging that I've seen all year—though getting through the fancy wax seal takes some doing. Wide, sexy aromas of sweet cocoa and blackberry, plus a little baking flour, lead to anise, oak and more blackberry on the palate. Medium-bodied and silky-smooth in the mouth; the finish waters out a bit, leaving you with a dose of peppery heat and a little mineral. From 125-year-old vines; one to watch in future vintages. —D.M.",Joe and Emily's Vineyard,65,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 1999 Joe and Emily's Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-1999-joe-emilys-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Seven Lions Winery
,Red,Italy,"Deep cherry, sour plum, smoke and leather all mark this lean, handsomely textured wine. Earth and bittersweet chocolate accents compliment the fruit flavors. In a split decision, some tasters found it too lean and bitter for their taste. It finishes long, with some firm tannins to lose; best 2003–2008. Editors' Choice.",Tenuta Lodola Nuova,17,88,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Ruffino 1997 Tenuta Lodola Nuova  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1997-tenuta-lodola-nuova-red-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Red Blend,1997,Ruffino
13.7,Red,US,"An outdoorsy bouquet of forest floor, soil and dried spice, plus some blackberry and cocoa, play on the nose. The blackberry, oak and cocoa, plus some black plum, make encore appearances in the mouth and on the finish. Well-balanced with nice tannins in the mouth; finishes with an oak and white pepper tang, and chalky, earthy goodness. —D.M.",Maple Vineyard,30,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 1999 Maple Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-maple-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Gary Farrell
12.5,Red,France,"There's substantial oak on the palate, but it's perfectly palatable because it's got lots of berries (plus a little caramel sweetness) to tone the wood down. Slightly tangy mouthfeel leads into a tangy, oak and red berry finish. Its spicy-earthy nose is yummy.",,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2000 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2000-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2000,Les Jamelles
13,Red,France,"This is the only one-grape member in the Syrconnection family of wines, as Syrah is blended here with, er, Shiraz (chuckle now.) It's deeply sweet with plenty of toasty oak wrapped around the briary, berry and plum fruit core. Tasty, even and lithe, but definitely dark, it displays strong espresso notes throughout. If you like 'em that way, you'll eat this up.",Syraz,15,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Comte Cathare 1999 Syraz Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comte-cathare-1999-syraz-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,Comte Cathare
,Red,Australia,"This is a half-decade younger but a lot less lively than the 1980, showing caramel and very earthy aromas. Light dried fruit flavors show on the shallow palate. It's decidedly mature, and on its way out, but graciously.",,60,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1985 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1985-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1985,Geoff Merrill
12.5,Red,France,"Nice earth and whole-wheat aromas open onto subtle dark berry fruit flavors, accented by a little wood. Even on the palate; hope that your neighborhood haunt pours it.",,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1999-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1999,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
12.5,Red,France,"Dried spice—almost chili pepper—on the nose livens up dark, blackberry fruit in the mouth and on the finish.",,13,85,Rhône Valley,Vacqueyras,,Vidal-Fleury 1998 Red (Vacqueyras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vidal-fleury-1998-red-vacqueyras/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Vidal-Fleury
,Red,US,"Here is a firm, tart wine, still quite young and showing some hard, green tannins. The winemaking is solid, and there is a core of tart, sour cherry fruit, but these were not the ripest of grapes.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Whidbey Island Winery 1999 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1999,Whidbey Island Winery
13,Red,France,"Red berry, cedar and bubble gummy aromas open onto a chewy, red berry and blackberry-filled palate. Sturdy tannins; finishes with oak and chalk flavors. A good, by-the-glass Cab bar pour.",,13,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine Lamargue 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lamargue-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Domaine Lamargue
13.5,White,Australia,"Though it's 51 percent Chardonnay, this blend still retains a clean, angular mouthfeel that speaks more of its Sémillon component. Pear, buttercream frosting and toast mark the bouquet; in the mouth, a bit of cream keeps the green apple and lemon-lime flavors from being too tangy. Citrus pith flavors brighten up the back end. Best Buy.",Chardonnay-Semillon,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Chardonnay-Semillon White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-chardonnay-semillon-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,2001,Rosemount
12.5,White,France,"Lime and grapefruit characterize this citrus ball Sauvingon Blanc. There's enough melon in there to keep it from being overly sharp on the palate, and the wine has a decent finish with more tangy grapefruit notes. Another successful offering from Les Jamelles, who just seem to know what to do-and that it can be done well in the Pays D'Oc-at the right price.",,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2000-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Les Jamelles
13,Rose,France,"Fairly full, with dark cherry, leather and anise aromas and flavors, this is a scaled-down version of the Béates, and it may actually have broader appeal. There's a touch of heat, but plenty of texture, with palate-tingling tart cherry fruit and spice notes that linger on the back end.",Les Beatines,13,85,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,M. Chapoutier 2000 Les Beatines Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-beatines-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2000,M. Chapoutier
13,White,US,"Here is another pleasant, budget effort, with a smooth, surprisingly rich palate impression, soft and forward. All stainless steel fermented, though I thought I detected just a wee hint of oak, but it's clearly made for right-now drinking.",,8,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Salmon Harbor 2000 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-harbor-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Salmon Harbor
11.5,White,Australia,"Lemon and chalk notes play on the even, almost elegant palate, and on the zesty finish. On the nose, I picked up an unusual damp-fog or cellary note—maybe it sounds strange, but I liked it. Sixty-five percent Sémillon, 35 percent Sauvignon Blanc. Best Buy.",The Long Flat Vineyard,7,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Tyrrell's 2001 The Long Flat Vineyard White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2001-long-flat-vineyard-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,2001,Tyrrell's
12.5,White,France,"An unusual but pleasant blend of creamy-mallow and lime notes on the nose segues into similar light, creamy and citrusy notes on the palate and on the finish. Medium-bodied and round in the mouth.",,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Domaine de L'Olivier 1999 Chardonnay (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lolivier-1999-chardonnay-languedoc/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine de L'Olivier
13,White,US,"Elk Cove wines usually lead with the fruit, and this is no exception. Fleshy and ripe, there is an unusual, pine-scented edge that gives it definition in the mouth, though it adds some nonvarietal flavors to the mix.",,15,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Elk Cove
,White,US,"An unusual style, with light scents of fennel leading into intriguing flavors of caraway, arugula and pear. However, after a promising start, the wine fades quickly into a light, tart finish.",,14,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carabella 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Carabella
12,White,Australia,"Only a little sweet, but very fruity, this shows why Riesling is the wine that can really taste most like grapes. It's soft, and though higher acidity would provide better spine and definition, it's generous and easy to like. Far beyond White Zin in quality, it's a perfect choice if you just want a fruitier wine, or for people who have grown out of the pink, simple stuff and are ready for a big step up.",Hand Picked,13,86,South Australia,Fleurieu Peninsula,,Wirra Wirra 2001 Hand Picked Riesling (Fleurieu Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2001-hand-picked-riesling-fleurieu-peninsula/,Riesling,2001,Wirra Wirra
13.5,Red,France,"This nose of this Syrah-Grenache-Carignan blend has mineral and weedy notes at first; after a few minutes in the glass, the greenness fades, and spicy paprika notes show through. Taut but bright blackberries and earth flavors lead into a toasty, dark, medium-length finish.",,16,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois La Liviniere,,Château Maris 1999 Red (Minervois La Liviniere),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maris-1999-red-minervois-liviniere/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Château Maris
13,Red,Italy,"Floral aromas, and leathery, red berry flavors integrate well with the tannins, but could use a little more complexity and depth on the finish.",Rubino - Grilli,40,86,Central Italy,Umbria,,La Palazzola 1999 Rubino - Grilli Red (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzola-1999-rubino-grilli-red-umbria/,Red Blend,1999,La Palazzola
,White,France,"Melon, tangerine and oregano/sage herb notes combine to create a pleasing whole in this lively Provençal offering. Tart-sweet and tangy, but not at all sharp, this is perfect for sipping or to accompany light seafood or pasta dishes. Unsual and appealing, come on GBC (get beyond Chardonnay).",Cru Classe,12,86,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 2000 Cru Classe White (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-2000-cru-classe-white-cotes/,White Blend,2000,Château Roubine
12.5,Red,France,"Enjoyable, but not necessarily for everyone: Cocoa, carob and oak aromas present a sweet trail-mix profile that shows up again on the finish. Oak, blackberries and a little chalk balance out the sturdy tannins in the mouth; the finish isn't too long, but shows more of the bouquet's nut-carob notes. Best Buy.",,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
11,White,Australia,"Balanced and dry, this is a world away from too many Americans' idea of Riesling. This medium-weight wine's green apple and light peach aromas and flavors wear mineral and even classic diesel accents. A solid example from South Australia, a Riesling locale since the early German settlement there.",Eden,15,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yunbar 2000 Eden Riesling (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yunbar-2000-eden-riesling-barossa-valley/,Riesling,2000,Yunbar
12.5,Red,France,"A darkly handsome, inviting cherry, toast and licorice nose opens this 50-50 Syrah/Cabernet Sauvignon blend. Full and dry on the palate, this solid four year old still warrants a year or two of cellaring. Finishing with a chalky feel and firm, even tannins, it's another positive example of substance and structure from the south.",Agrippa,15,86,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Château Routas 1997 Agrippa Syrah-Cabernet (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-1997-agrippa-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-coteaux-varois/,Syrah-Cabernet,1997,Château Routas
12.5,White,Australia,"Grassy and herbal, with grapefruit and a sense of soft, brushed leather. Grapefruit and lime flavors finish long and tart.",,,86,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-2001-sauvignon-blanc-yarra-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Coldstream Hills
14,Red,Australia,"Creamier and less spicy than their Tribute bottling, the Imogen offers gentle pear and vanilla aromas and flavors. Some people may like it better, as it's softer and milder on the palate, but the Tribute has a bolder attitude. Closes dry and even, with modest length.",Imogen,18,86,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,T'Gallant 2000 Imogen Pinot Gris (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tgallant-2000-imogen-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Gris,2000,T'Gallant
12.5,Rose,France,"There's more going on here than meets the eye in this rosé from this dependable producer of value wines. The very pale color of this rosé belies its crisp berry nose and dry flavors with chalky and even faint, gamy accents. Light-to medium weight and evenly textured, it closes with decent length and a hint of sour cherry and spice.",Rose,8,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2000 Rose Cinsault (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2000-rose-other-red-cinsault-vin-pays-doc/,Cinsault,2000,Les Jamelles
,White,US,"Happily, this wine smells varietal, with the musky, perfumed nose of Gewürztraminer. Sweet fruit follows, with a nice texture and a clean flavor, leading into a solid, convincing finish.",,12,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Gold Digger Cellars 2000 Gewürztraminer (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gold-digger-cellars-2000-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Gold Digger Cellars
,White,US,"I prefer this winery's barrel fermented Chard to their reserve, because it integrates the delicious flavors of the barrel into the rich, ripe fruit. Apples and pineapples are dominant here, with good structure and plenty of weight in the mouth. Best Buy.",Reserve,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1999-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Château Bianca
10.7,White,Australia,"This richly textured blend of Anjou pears, beeswax and lemon flavors finishes long and tangy, with hints of vanilla. Forward and delicious now, so why wait? Enjoy it over the next year.",Old Vine,18,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Macquariedale 1999 Old Vine Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macquariedale-1999-old-vine-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,1999,Macquariedale
,White,US,"A strong, spicy nose opens into a clean and bracing wine, with a firm structure, full flavors and ripe, fresh fruit. It's not as over the top and user-friendly as the enormously popular 1998 and 1999 versions, but it's a darn fine every day go-to bottle.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Columbia Crest
11,White,Australia,"Fresh, clean aromas of Asian pear and citrus lead the way, followed up by similar flavors on the palate. It's crisp and citrusy from start to long, tart finish. Not terribly complex at this young age, it should add layers of toast and spice with age.",,17,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Brokenwood 2001 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-2001-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2001,Brokenwood
,White,Australia,"Appealing apple, floral and mineral aromas open this young, racy wine. It's crisp, with a slightly spritzy citrus and slate palate, and it stays that way, closing long with chalky hints. It's not finely nuanced, but it's refreshing, lean and angular, with the acidity to improve for a year or two. Best Buy.",Bin 7,9,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 2001 Bin 7 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-2001-bin-7-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2001,Leasingham
,Red,US,"This is a very young Sangio, with a grapey, bread-dough nose. Caraway and watermelon scents can be found, and it's an interesting, light and forward wine, with nice balance and some herbal character. The finish is chalky, with charcoal and ash.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Three Rivers 2000 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-2000-pepper-bridge-vineyard-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,2000,Three Rivers
12.5,White,Australia,"Tasty mid-weight Riesling that opens with muted apple-hay aromas. The round, even palate shows apple and mineral flavors and just the slightest spritzy tang. It's not complex, but it's completely pleasing, and a perfect step off the Chardonnay train. All aboard.",Reserve,15,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Penfolds 1999 Reserve Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-reserve-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,1999,Penfolds
13.5,White,US,"Nice effort, with fresh, snappy stone fruits, augmented with a bit of spice and a hint of honey. This is a firm, tart, food-friendly wine, with a clean, lemony finish. Best Buy.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2000,Hogue
13,White,France,"This tasty Southern French white has an orange- tangerine profile and an even, faintly creamy mouthfeel. Cuts a fine line between citrus tang and softness-and succeeds. Respected Santa Barbara County vintner Bob Lindquist of Qupé consults, and has crafted a wine that closes with good length and a touch of pepper and spice. Drink through 2002.",Coquelicot,16,87,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Château Routas 2000 Coquelicot White (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-2000-coquelicot-white-vin-pays-var/,White Blend,2000,Château Routas
,White,US,"There is an attractive, fresh scent of herbs and clean, crisp apples, which leads into a firm-structured palate impression, like biting into a ripe fresh piece of fruit. Ten percent was barrel fermented, adding just the right touch of oak.",,15,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 1999 Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-1999-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Weisinger's of Ashland
12,White,Australia,"Tart and tangy with tropical fruit and grapefruit aromas and flavors, this lively white provides good drinking now. The citrus and mango tango continues on the palate, and the wine finishes crisply, with good length and a touch of vanilla and spice. A great wine for grilled seafoods.",Watervale,12,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 1999 Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-1999-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,1999,Reilly's
12,White,Australia,"Despite its “unwooded” status, there are plenty of smoky, toasty notes—a hallmark of Oz Sémillon. Anise and grapefruit scents add depth and complexity. Flavors are broad and ripe-feeling, but there's a persistent note of stewed peppers as well.",,12,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Ross Estate 2000 Semillon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ross-estate-2000-semillon-semillon-barossa-valley/,Sémillon,2000,Ross Estate
13.2,Red,South Africa,"Berry, bark, herb and green tobacco aromas open this Bordeaux blend. Earth and herb accents show strongly on the palate. Ready to drink, it's elegant if not particularly weighty. Closes slightly short, with more earth and herb elements.",Classique,20,87,Coastal Region,,,Rupert & Rothschild 1998 Classique Red (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rupert-rothschild-1998-classique-red-coastal-region/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Rupert & Rothschild
14,Rose,France,"This pale-colored but aromatic and flavorful cherry and licorice-powered wine comes on strong. The fruit is intense, with an overtly sweet, candied quality that's offset by the prominent spicy anise streak. It has weight and a full, even texture on the tongue. Like Michel Chapoutier, this substantial wine displays a lot of personality.",Domaine des Béates,23,87,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,M. Chapoutier 2000 Domaine des Béates Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-domaine-beates-rose-coteaux-daix-en/,Rosé,2000,M. Chapoutier
,White,US,"In the hot, forward 1998 vintage, more than 1999, Oregon's reserve Chardonnays are so ripe and rich that they may already be at, or even past, their peak. Here are scents of ripe apples and whiskey barrels, plenty of alcoholic heat, and a substantial amount of new oak. Drink soon.",Reserve,27,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1998-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Ponzi
,White,Chile,"Soft, almost plush apple and pear aromas invite you in, where you'll find round tropical fruit flavors dancing on a clean, smooth palate. If you prefer a polished Chardonnay with depth of fruit as opposed to loads of buttery oak, this one is firmly in that style. Made by Santa Laura. Best Buy.",,11,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Laura Hartwig 2000 Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laura-hartwig-2000-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Laura Hartwig
,White,US,"A huge improvement over their previous vintage, this Pinot Gris feels good and fleshy in the mouth, smells of citrus rind and herbs. It has plenty of lively fruit, and a pleasant hint of sweetness in the finish.",,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Winter's Hill 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Winter's Hill
13.5,White,US,"A crisply rendered, well-crafted effort from this reliable producer, this is a “fruit-forward” (as the winery likes to say) mix of citrus, apples and spicy oak. Young and somewhat tight, it has the balance and the acid support for further aging. Best Buy.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Hogue
,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet Sauvignon, it includes 14% Cabernet Franc, which gives it some additional flavor interest. A solid, tight nose leads with cassis and new oak, along with some kalamata olive. Soft, tannic and approachable, it is smooth and coffee-flavored, with a palate-coating, satiny texture.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Three Rivers
14,White,Australia,"The full pear and spice bouquet of this wine pulls you right in. Similar appealing ripe flavors follow, offset by earthy notes on the rich, slightly viscous palate. The spicy close shows good length and texture, a pleasant back bouquet. It's close in manner to some Pinot Gris from Alsace.",Tribute,20,88,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,T'Gallant 2000 Tribute Pinot Gris (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tgallant-2000-tribute-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mornington-peninsula/,Pinot Gris,2000,T'Gallant
13.5,Red,Australia,"Even and elegant, this is decidedly tart-sweet, with lots of aromatic and flavor interest. A full spectrum of earth, herbs, vanilla, pepper and olive accents adorn the dark, plummy fruit. The wine turns quite dry, with firm but dusty tannins on the long back end. Perhaps this will open more in time, but though refined, it seems it will always be lean in manner. Drink now-2006.",Reserve,40,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Geoff Merrill
13.5,Red,Italy,Earth driven aromas of leather and wet hay touched with berries.The flavorsare a little more fruit driven showing juicy blackberries with anise and spice.There is rich acidity to clean up the tannins for a lingering finish.,,34,88,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Azienda Agraria Scacciadiavoli 1998  Sagrantino di Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azienda-agraria-scacciadiavoli-1998-red-sagrantino-montefalco/,Red Blend,1998,Azienda Agraria Scacciadiavoli
,White,US,"This is an oaky, mouthfilling wine which retains enough vibrant fruit and leesy creaminess to compensate for all the new wood. Big, juicy and balanced, it's nicely put together.",Wascher Vineyard,26,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 1999 Wascher Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-1999-wascher-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Lemelson
13,Red,France,"The cedar, cinnamon and cigar box aromas of this beautifully balanced red are a tell-tale mark of its Mouton heritage. It has a depth and complexity not often seen from France's south. Dried cherry, tobacco and earth flavors flow into a long and elegant, if a bit woody, finish. This can use two years in the cellar, and joins the upper echelon of wines setting the standard for this region.",Baron'Arques,45,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1998 Baron'Arques Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1998-baronarques-red-vin-pays-doc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,White,US,"Though it was barrel-fermented in previously used Burgundian barrels, the flavor of expensive new oak dominates this buttery effort. If rich and toasty is what you want, this is for you. It's well-made, but it could just as easily be a Chardonnay.",,18,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Lemelson 1999 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1999,Lemelson
,White,Australia,"Caramel, toast and baked apple aromas open this ripe, spicy wine. Apple, pear and subdued tropical fruit flavors show on the even, medium-weight palate. The finish is long, tangy and oak-driven; avid fans of heavily wooded Chardonnays will rate this higher. Drink now–2004.",Reserve,22,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1995 Reserve Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1995-reserve-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1995,Geoff Merrill
12.5,White,Australia,"Opens with distinctive smoky and nutty aromas, but the flavors are of stone fruits—peaches and plums. Not a rich or overbearing wine, it's more about balance and restraint. Finishes long and tangy, with a nutty reprise.",,12,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Tahbilk 1999 Marsanne (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-1999-marsanne-victoria/,Marsanne,1999,Tahbilk
13,Red,US,"This top-notch effort is toasty from its stay in French oak, but has the rich depth of fruit to retain its balance. Although tight right now, black cherry and espresso flavors are tinged with dried herbs. The finish is tart and lingering, and slightly tannic. Hold for two or three years, then drink over the next five or so.",,24,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 1998 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-1998-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Macari
12.8,White,Australia,"The spicy apple, pear and quince notes are understated and elegant, rather than effusive or brash. Has a steely edge to the flavors that provides enough structure for a few years of aging, and finishes long and intense with notes of gray clay.",,14,88,Australia Other,Australia,,Petaluma 2000 Riesling (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petaluma-2000-riesling-other/,Riesling,2000,Petaluma
,White,US,"Henry Estate is not known for its Pinot Gris because this is only the second year they have produced any significant quantity. It's a light blush-colored, musk-scented wine, with plenty of pear fruit and spice, good flesh and a crisp follow-through.",,16,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 1999 Pinot Gris (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Henry Estate
13,White,France,"An impressive Chard and an impressive value, the Begude is light, with an elegant, mineral-citrus-soy palate. Out of the bottle, it shows clean, bright lemon-citrus flavors on the nose; after a few minutes in the glass, the bouquet takes on peach, earth and soy notes. In the mouth and on the finish, it manages to be at once smooth and minerally textured. Buy a case now. Best Buy.",,10,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine Begude 2000 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-begude-2000-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaine Begude
12.5,White,US,"Here is a fine effort, widely available (12,000 cases) and well-priced. Stainless steel fermented, it shows crisp, varietal flavors of ripe pear, augmented with a hint of cinnamon. Good focus and length. Best Buy.",,11,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Firesteed 2000 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firesteed-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Firesteed
13,Red,France,"A Syrah-Mourvèdre wine, one of a family of similar blends, all with Syrah as the common element. This sibling offers a flattering dark berry earth and toast bouquet. A palate loaded with ripe berry fruit follows, the plush, even feel adding to the pleasure quotient. Finishes with good length, slightly drier, anise-tinged flavors, and subtle, even tannins. Worth hunting for.",Syrvedre,15,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Comte Cathare 1999 Syrvedre Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comte-cathare-1999-syrvedre-red-vin-pays-doc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Comte Cathare
13.9,White,US,"Chehalem aims for a crisp, Alsatian style of Pinot Gris, blending fruit from all three estate vineyards, then fermenting in stainless steel. There's an elegant balance here, with palate-refreshing acid. A natural fit with food.",,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Chehalem
13.5,Red,Italy,"Chalk, and leather aromas are dry and earthy. The flavors of cherries with tar and dusty oak lead to a rich juicy finish with big, but non aggressive tannins.",,35,88,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Rocca di Fabbri 1999  Sagrantino di Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-fabbri-1999-red-sagrantino-montefalco/,Red Blend,1999,Rocca di Fabbri
,White,US,"Soft and supple, this forward, engaging wine is accented with fennel and herb. It's a smooth, polished effort, with barrel-fermented flavors that add creamy depth to the fruit without piling on the oak.",,19,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,L'Ecole No. 41
13,White,Australia,"This is a lush, immediately approachable style of Sémillon, one that puts the focus on vanilla, cream and smoke aromas and sweet peach flavors, yet still finishes lemony and long. Drink now. Best Buy.",,12,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2000 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2000-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,2000,Margan
14.5,Red,Italy,"Chocolate and ripe red plums are prominent on the nose.Rich but balaned sweet dark fruit match with firm, well intigrated tannins.",Sagrantino di Montefalco,35,89,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Ruggeri Giuliano 1998 Sagrantino di Montefalco  (Sagrantino di Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruggeri-giuliano-1998-sagrantino-montefalco-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1998,Ruggeri Giuliano
,Red,Australia,"Handsomely dark and even, this shows a ripe sweetness to the fruit. Attractive licorice, mint and pepper accents add interest, and the wine is medium weight, well-balanced and lively on the palate. Sturdy tannins, dark dry berry, toasty oak and bitter chocolate notes close it nicely.",,50,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1990 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1990-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1990,Geoff Merrill
,Red,Australia,"Mature and lovely, but still a quite tasty at 20 years, this displays a lovely range of complex aromas and flavors. Dried berries, tobacco, forest floor, smoke, mint and mushroom notes all show in this light, even wine. A treat that finishes long and earthy, like an older Bordeaux, with more dried fruit and herb notes.",,55,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1980 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1980-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1980,Geoff Merrill
12.8,White,South Africa,"Full, supple and tasty, this Chardonnay named for Benjamin's mother strikes a nice balance between crisp and creamy elements. The nose and palate show apple, lemon, caramel, oak and spice. Medium-bodied and richly textured, this wine closes with good length, lees notes, butterscotch and toast. Drink now through 2004.",Baroness Nadine,26,89,Coastal Region,,,Rupert & Rothschild 1999 Baroness Nadine Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rupert-rothschild-1999-baroness-nadine-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,1999,Rupert & Rothschild
11,White,Australia,"Year in year out a winning Riesling, the 2001 sports a handsome new package. On par with the fine 2000, but a touch softer, especially on the muted hay and vanilla nose. Turns crisper in the mouth with fine green apple and grapefruit flavors. It's finely balanced and sports a long, clean finish.",Gold Label,12,89,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Wolf Blass 2001 Gold Label Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2001-gold-label-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2001,Wolf Blass
13.7,White,US,"This is their top cuvee, from 100% Dijon clones, and it's made in a fresh, clean style without excessive oak or alcohol. There's a good-flavored fullness in the mouth, that keeps the balance among juicy, sweet fruit, toasty barrel and evenhanded acid. This is the rare Oregon Chardonnay that will continue to improve over several years.",Ian's Reserve,32,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1999 Ian's Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1999-ians-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Chehalem
12.5,White,US,"Okay class, all together now, a vireton is “the feather on an arrow that causes it to spin in flight.” A Pinot Gris dominated blended white that also includes some Chardonnay (12%) and Pinot Blanc (8%). Rich and lush with peachy/apricot flavors, this is a ripe, tropical wine, well-made with a complexity more characteristic of Chardonnay.",Vireton,26,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 2000 Vireton Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-2000-vireton-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Archery Summit
,Red,US,"Here the blend is 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc. There's a lot of toasty oak, with layers of chocolate and coffee all through the nose. Oaky but delicious, it's a straightforward wine with good balance, sweet red pomegranate fruit, and a lush, chocolatey finish.",,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 1999 Meritage (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Meritage,1999,Three Rivers
,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, scented with cassis and cherry, the fruit well integrated with leaf, leather and herb. In the mouth, it's smooth and chocolatey, with a scent of latex underneath. It needs a bit more time to resolve, but it's a rich, powerful and well-built wine.",Champoux Vineyard,40,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Three Rivers 1999 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Three Rivers
13,White,Australia,"Floral aromas—particularly honeysuckle—are complemented by sweet peaches and pears. But it's not all about fruit, there's a minerally streak of lime or chalk that runs through the flavors. A laser-like beam of lemony acidity offsets a rich, thick mouthfeel.",,13,89,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2001 Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2001-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,2001,Margan
,Red,Australia,"Subdued black fruits, licorice, spices and smoky notes hint at the rewards cellaring will bring to this deep, rather brooding wine. The palate feel is big, but even and smoothly textured, while the finish is long, with full, supple tannins. Large-scaled and still closed, this dark, toasty and tasty wine needs a year or two to open. Best after 2003.",Reserve,45,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Geoff Merrill 1997 Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1997-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1997,Geoff Merrill
13.1,White,Australia,"Fruit, acid and oak are handsomely balanced in this elegant wine. The toasty, almost matchstick, nose opens to a dry apple and lemon-fruited palate, but a dry, nutty rather than an opulently fruited quality prevails. Finishes long and reserved, drink now through 2006. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,25,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1996 Reserve Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1996-reserve-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1996,Geoff Merrill
13.8,White,Chile,"Butter and more butter up front, but like all good doses of oak it's not masking anything. Right below that veneer of wood is banana, ripe pear and macadamia nuts. This is overwhelmingly pleasant to drink. Critics, on the other hand, might find it fat and in need of some racier edges.",Alpha,20,90,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 2000 Alpha Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-alpha-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Montes
11.5,White,Australia,"Smoky and toasty at first, there's even a sense of meatiness to the aromas. With air, superripe nectarines emerge, combined with a mineral-graphite note. Finishes long and a bit hard; pair it with assertively flavored fish dishes, maybe something with a Moroccan influence. Best Buy.",,12,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Craneford 2000 Semillon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2000-semillon-semillon-barossa-valley/,Sémillon,2000,Craneford
,White,US,"This excellent property has been a leader in Oregon Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc since its inception. The new Gris is a delicious and spicy bottling, with tart, vivid fruit that leaves a clean, racy impression in the mouth. Lean and inviting.",,18,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,WillaKenzie Estate 2000 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,WillaKenzie Estate
,White,Australia,,,19,90,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Hamelin Bay 1999 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamelin-bay-1999-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-margaret-river/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Hamelin Bay
13,White,US,"Another beautiful rendering of succulent Sauvignon Blanc from this premier vineyard, offering fresh, ripe fruit, scents of grapefruit, citrus peel, melon and lemon wax. There's a nice, spicy lift to the palate, though thefinish is not quite as rich and extended as the incredible '99.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 2000 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-2000-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12.5,White,Australia,"Brightly fruity on the nose, with notes of lemon, anise or pine, and pear nectar. It's weighty on the palate—thick and almost syrupy—yet the flavors are lemon and beeswax. The long finish is tart and very resinous. This distinctive style of wine may not be for everyone.",Brightview,15,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Simon Hackett 2000 Brightview Semillon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2000-brightview-semillon-semillon-barossa-valley/,Sémillon,2000,Simon Hackett
,Red,US,"The lush, satiny nose mixes ripe fruit and pleasing herbal, dusty scents. There's even a little bit of jalapeño (from young tannins) in the finish, along with some red licorice. On balance, a distinctive style, with all kinds of interesting, subtle notes, yet still classic, varietal Washington-style Merlot.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1999 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1999,Wineglass Cellars
13.2,White,US,"Intriguing, forward, palate-tickling layers of spicy melon, kiwi, apple and mango get things off to a great start. Ripe and fleshy, this is mouthfilling juice with a tasty, toasty, caramel and light butter finish, yet enough crisp acid to keep things very lively.",,24,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adea 1999 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adea-1999-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Adea
,Red,Australia,"Big, solid and substantial, with lots of dark berry fruit bearing meat, earth, and mineral accents. Well-structured, it still needs a little more time to come together completely. Even tannins, tangy fruit and oak play out on the smoky, long, dry finish. Drink now to 2008+. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,40,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1994 Reserve Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1994-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1994,Geoff Merrill
11.5,White,Australia,,,12,90,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Craneford 2000 Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/craneford-2000-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2000,Craneford
13.2,White,US,"Canoe Ridge is on a roll, with perhaps the best lineup of new releases in their history. This is a subtle, textured, silky Chardonnay, elegantly layered with nuances of stone, herb and leesy fruit. Its subtle pleasures take a minute to explore, but they linger in the mouth like a sweet kiss.",,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 2000 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2000-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2000,Canoe Ridge
13.5,White,Australia,"This could be taken for a white Burgundy—or big white Rhône, which is closer to actuality. Mild tropical fruit notes underlie the subtle apple, caramel and toast bouquet. It's full, dry and rich, yet subdued, with nuanced pear, lemon and mineral flavors. Finishes long and tangy, with elegant oak accents. Drinks well now and should keep nicely through 2005. Editors' Choice.",Airstrip,20,91,Victoria,Central Victoria,,Mitchelton 2000 Airstrip White (Central Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchelton-2000-airstrip-white-central/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,Mitchelton
,White,US,"Whatever magic Foris works with its Pinot Gris is wonderfully captured in this near-perfect effort. Vibrant and fruity, clean and forward, it is softly scented with fragrant pears and citrus zest. Somehow it is both big and rich, yet still elegant and balanced, with true varietal character. Best Buy.",,13,91,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 2000 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Foris
13,Red,Australia,"Layered, supple fruit and a lovely mouthfeel—ripe, but not flabby—really shine in this wine. Rich blackberry and plum flavors, impressive integration of fruit and oak mark the finely balanced palate. Closes long with very smooth tannins, dark chocolate and coffee flavors. It's less structured but more seductive than the 1994. Drink now through 2008. Cellar Selection.",Reserve,40,91,South Australia,South Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1995 Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1995-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1995,Geoff Merrill
12.5,Red,Australia,"Layered, lovely and admired by all, including Geoff, for its big, open bouquet of black and red berries, chocolate and a cool menthol-eucalyptus note. Lovely tart-sweet fruit shows on the palate, offset by mineral notes and tangy oak. Again, a fine sense of balance shows, and the wine closes long with crisp acidity and full tannins, promising plenty of life. Drinks well now, best 2004-2009. Cellar Selection.",Reserve,35,91,South Australia,South Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Geoff Merrill
13,White,Australia,"Penetrating aromas of apple blossom, peach and tarragon burst from the glass. The flavors are even more intense: Granny Smith apples, with softer, warmer, stone-fruit undercurrents. The finish boasts searingly tart flavors that last and last. Should age gloriously.",Polish Hill,29,92,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Grosset 2001 Polish Hill Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grosset-2001-polish-hill-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2001,Grosset
,Red,Australia,"Merrill's new flagship red enters the top tier of Australian Shiraz, coming on strong with a nose of sweet toasty oak, a hint of cumin and peppery notes. The palate offers lots of dark, briary fruit, chocolate hints and the fine balance characteristic of all his best wines. Finishing long, this forward and delicious wine is already drinkable. It should last a decade or more, peaking after 2004. Cellar Selection.",Henley,100,93,Australia Other,Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1996 Henley Shiraz (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1996-henley-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1996,Geoff Merrill
15,Red,US,"A bizarre stewed fruit, fresh herb and Asian spice-scented bouquet could not have prepared me for the cloyingly sweet watermelon, bright raspberry and strawberry daquiri flavors that dominate the palate and the finish. Finishes short, with more of the same, plus oak and smoke flavors. —D.M.",,23,80,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quail Ridge 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-ridge-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Quail Ridge
11,White,US,"Green on the nose, with aromas of grasses, mint and lime. Frankly sweet in the mouth, yet still manages to have a tart edge to the finish. Too sweet.",,9,81,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Glenora 2000 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glenora-2000-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,2000,Glenora
13,Red,Chile,"Starts off solid enough, with sweet oak and cassis aromas, before turning rustic and woody on the palate.",,10,81,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Lapostolle
13.5,Red,US,"Stewy black fruit aromas lead into oak-obscured mixed berry fruit in the mouth. A little thin and tangy, it finishes with more tang plus greenness.",Reserve,16,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1998 Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1998-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Raymond
13.5,Red,Chile,"Herbal, with aromas of rhubarb and stewed fruit, followed by sour herbs and a bitter, tannic finish.",,11,81,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2000 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2000-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Lapostolle
11,White,US,"The heavy aromas and flavors of green apple and unripe pears and peaches are just too sweet and unbalanced—particularly on the finish, which turns cloying.",Semi-Dry,12,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2000 Semi-Dry Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2000-semi-dry-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2000,Dr. Konstantin Frank
13,White,US,"A lightweight wine, with modest apple and pear flavors edged out by lima bean and plywood notes. Finishes lemony.",,14,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2000 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2000-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2000,Martha Clara
13.5,White,Chile,"The sweet-smelling aroma of vanilla dominates the nose of this wine, followed up on the palate by more vanilla and some indistinct fruit. Creamy and soft.",,6,82,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2000 Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2000-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,La Palma
14.8,Red,US,"Opens with light cream aromas, which turn woody after a few minutes. Oak reigns on the palate, backed by blackberry and a slightly artificial grape note. Creamy in the mouth, but not rich, it closes with green herb and tobacco notes, plus a twinge of plastic. —D.M.",Chairman's Reserve,17,82,California,California Other,California,Stone Creek 1999 Chairman's Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-creek-1999-chairmans-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Stone Creek
13.7,Red,US,"Chocolate, nut and stewed fruit aromas lead to a mute palate, with reticent blackberry and plum flavors. Flavors peek out more on the finish—oak, blackberry and bitter green herb. It might have been more interesting if the flavors had shown up earlier.",Private Reserve,30,82,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1998 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1998-private-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Lolonis
12.5,White,Austria,"Celery-leaf aromas mark the nose, and there's a strong green edge to the sugary flavors of roasted root vegetables. Low acidity leaves the wine feeling a bit heavy in the mouth. —J.C.",Kabinett,11,82,Carnuntum,,,Walter Glatzer 2000 Kabinett Grüner Veltliner (Carnuntum),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-glatzer-2000-kabinett-gruner-veltliner-carnuntum/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Walter Glatzer
13.5,Red,US,,Coastal,,82,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Coastal Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-coastal-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
11.5,White,Austria,"Sonnhof's entry-level GV is light, tasting of nothing more than lime and mineral water. It's clean and fresh, an apéritif wine without a lot of baggage. —J.C.",Grüve,15,83,Kamptal,,,Sonnhof 2000 Grüve Grüner Veltliner (Kamptal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonnhof-2000-gruve-gruner-veltliner-kamptal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,Sonnhof
12,White,US,"Dilute flowery scents and pink-grapefruit, lemon and green apple flavors mark this wine. It's light and clean, but disappointingly short on the finish.",Dry,12,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 2000 Dry Johannisberg Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-2000-dry-riesling-johannisberg-finger-lakes/,Johannisberg Riesling,2000,Dr. Konstantin Frank
13.3,White,Chile,"Smells like Sauvignon Blanc, with characteristic pink grapefruit, gooseberry and passion fruit aromas. Just lacks a little zip on the palate, where the medium-weight, low-acid flavors don't quite carry through.",Estate Bottled,8,83,Maipo Valley,,,La Playa 2000 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-2000-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,La Playa
14.7,Red,Chile,"Flavors of tart cherries have been oaked to within an inch of their lives—what's left is cedar, toast and dried spices and a dry, woody finish.",Reserve,17,83,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-maipo-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Carmen
,Red,US,"This is an extraordinarily interesting wine, because it reeks of personality and terroir, with luscious black raspberry fruit and a rich espresso-and-chocolate dimension. It's a soft, velvety, round wine of great charm. You could get addicted to this stuff.",,30,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 1999 Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1999,Easton
13,Red,Austria,"Smells really interesting and unique, with scents of black pepper and cardamom, but doesn't follow through on the palate, which seems a bit hollow. —J.C.",Von den Hugeln,21,83,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 1999 Von den Hugeln Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-1999-von-den-hugeln-red-burgenland/,Red Blend,1999,Nittnaus Hans und Christine
13.3,Red,US,"A core of tart red fruit (particularly plum and cranberry) that runs from start to finish. On the nose, those notes are accented by cashew nut and black olive; in the mouth and on the finish, tangy oak, ink and stone fruit-pit notes offer more tang. Very lean.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Burgess 1998 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Burgess
13.5,Red,US,"The mixed-berry bouquet is muted by a coating of white baking flour. More berry, plus black plum and oak flavors lead to any oaky-ashy finsh, punctuated by a light peppery twinge.",California Cuvée,10,83,California,California Other,California,Castle Rock 1999 California Cuvée Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-1999-california-cuvee-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Castle Rock
13,White,Austria,"Very light, with only faint hints of pear and peppery spice. Pleasant, just insubstantial. —J.C.",Summus,15,83,South Styria,,,Wohlmuth 2000 Summus Pinot Blanc (South Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2000-summus-pinot-blanc-south-styria/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Wohlmuth
14.5,Red,US,"Opens with an odd chemical-resin-plastic note, which pops up again on the back end. In the mouth, black plum, oak and chalk flavors glide through to the finish. —D.M.",Frei Vineyard,20,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1998 Frei Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1998-frei-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Gallo of Sonoma
12.5,Red,US,"Garden-fresh vegetables, oak and red berry fruit give way to bouncy, easy red-plum fruit and a finish that adds oak to the fruity mix. A good grocery-store pick.",California Cuvée,7,83,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 1999 California Cuvée Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-1999-california-cuvee-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Pepperwood Grove
13.5,Red,Austria,"This wine's crunchy, cassis fruit carries more than a hint of green peppers, but still comes across as smooth and picks up some chocolate complexities on the abbreviated finish. —J.C.",,29,83,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-burgenland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Nittnaus Hans und Christine
11.5,White,US,"Watery aromas of green apple and lime. But there's nice balance between the sweet and tart elements, like a good Granny Smith. Soft and fruity, an easy-quaffing second label from Dr. Frank.",,10,83,New York,New York Other,New York,Salmon Run 2000 Johannisberg Riesling (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-run-2000-riesling-johannisberg-other/,Johannisberg Riesling,2000,Salmon Run
13.5,Red,US,"The Phillips has burnt cracker and gingerbread notes on the nose, plus ripe mixed berries and toast flavors from palate to finish. A lightweight one-trick pony, but absolutely drinkable. —D.M.",Old Vine,20,83,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Phillips 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1999,Phillips
13,White,Austria,"Despite a rush of pungent herbaceousness and cat pee, the flavors are sweetly fruity and low in acid. Rich and a bit heavy. —J.C.",Summus,18,83,South Styria,,,Wohlmuth 2000 Summus Sauvignon Blanc (South Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2000-summus-sauvignon-blanc-south-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Wohlmuth
12,White,Austria,"Spicy, musky and fruity, this Austrian Muscat is full-bodied, even a bit fat—a marked contrast to most Austrian wines. The peach and melon fruit finishes soft, accented by a spicy-peppery note. —J.C.",Summus,16,84,South Styria,,,Wohlmuth 2000 Summus Muskateller (South Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2000-summus-muscat-muskateller-south-styria/,Muskateller,2000,Wohlmuth
15.1,Red,US,"Lots of chocolate, carob and nut on the nose, plus raisin, more chocolate and tart blackberry on the palate—think granola bar, or trail mix, and you're in the right ballpark. This is a profile that generally piques my interest precisely because it is a little odd. Chalky, even pasty in the mouth, it closes with the same flavors until a long and bitter—half-metallic, half-Brussels sprouts—note takes over the back end. —D.M.",Aldine Vineyard,29,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Tarius 1999 Aldine Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1999-aldine-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1999,Tarius
14.5,Red,US,"Smells like a ripe and juicy jamball, and that's just what you get on the palate, too. Big berries burst from the bouquet, sweetened by some creamy oak. Ditto for the palate and the medium-long finish, where vanilla sweetens the fruit even more. Lacks richness in the midpalate, says one reviewer; another calls it at once one-dimensional but utterly quaffable, particularly for novices.",Rhodes Vineyard,30,84,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Consilience 1999 Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consilience-1999-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Consilience
13,White,US,"Seems a little sweet and simple on the palate, but does show solid aromatics of pear, herb and apple. It's medium- weight, with a touch of anise on the finish.",,15,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 2000 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-2000-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,2000,Macari
12,Red,US,Toast and cedar frame delicate cherry and cranberry fruit. Light but pretty—and the oak comes on a bit strong on the finish.,,16,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Miles 1999 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miles-1999-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,1999,Miles
12,Red,US,"Toasted marshmallow and toffee aromas lead into a supple wine that's pillowy soft. The midpalate boasts meat, coffee and black cherry flavors that turn caramel-sweet on the finish.",Limited Release,20,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 1999 Limited Release Merlot (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-1999-limited-release-merlot-finger-lakes/,Merlot,1999,Dr. Konstantin Frank
13.9,Red,US,"The bouquet is promising with aromas of cocoa, spicy cinnamon and nutmeg, vanilla, butter cookie and ripe, mixed berries there's so much going on that there's almost too much going on. Dull oak over stewy plum and black berry fruit completes the profile, from palate through to the finish. —D.M.",French Camp Vineyard,12,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Buffalo Ridge 1999 French Camp Vineyard Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-ridge-1999-french-camp-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,1999,Buffalo Ridge
14.2,Red,US,Pretty cherry and herb flavors lead the way here. Tannins are a bit rustic and the finish somewhat herbal.,,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Kenwood
,Red,Chile,"This is the winery's first-ever crack at Malbec, and the wine shows the grape's telltale blueberry and graham-cracker sweetness. But there's also some peanut and heavy earth in there, too, neither of which does much for what otherwise is a commendable wine.",Reserva,,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Reserva Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-reserva-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,2000,Château La Joya
12.5,Red,US,"Another relatively weakly colored Pinot, but another that shows color is overrated as an indicator of quality. The intense aromas of caramel-cola, black cherries and wet dog give way to a medium-weight, silky palate that offers dark chocolate and cherry flavors. Delicate tannins on the finish suggest black tea, but this isn't an ager.",,17,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 1999 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-1999-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,1999,Standing Stone
13.5,Red,Chile,"This soft, easy-drinking Cabernet boasts aromas and flavors of cherries and dried herbs, followed by a finish that folds in sweet milk-chocolate notes. An ideal cocktail Cabernet.",Los Vascos,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2000 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2000-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
13.7,Red,US,"Waaaaaay big in the mouth, this limited-release Zin (we're talking 198 cases) has a metallic-grapefruit note that cuts into tart blackberry and oak on the palate. Closes with tart grape skin, oak, ink and molasses flavors. Linger over the bouquet's lilac, lavender and stewy blackberry nose.",Benito Dusi Vineyard,26,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Cathy MacGregor 1998 Benito Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathy-macgregor-1998-benito-dusi-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Cathy MacGregor
13,White,Italy,"Forward melon, grass and bitter pear aromas open Lumina's debut bottling. The wine is medium-weight and even a touch syrupy in texture, particularly for a Pinot Grigio. The tasty almond-peach flavors fade effortlessly into the juicy, bright finish in this flavorful easy drinker.",Lumina,12,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2000 Lumina Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2000-lumina-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Ruffino
,Red,Italy,"A straightforward red displaying good Sangiovese character in its tart cherry fruit accented by meat, leather and coffee elements. Lean on the tongue and nicely balanced, this fine pizza-pasta wine closes with tangy tannins and decent length. Best Buy.",Fonte al Sole,8,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2000 Fonte al Sole Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2000-fonte-al-sole-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,2000,Ruffino
,Red,US,"From this Delta appellation east of San Francisco, a workhorse Zin. Smells sharp, with clove notes, but there are some rich berry flavors in the mouth. It's also dry, low in acids, and with some dusty tannins. Everyday stuff, spirited and clean, at a very nice price.",Mad Zin,10,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Kempton Clark 1998 Mad Zin Zinfandel (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kempton-clark-1998-mad-zin-zinfandel-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Zinfandel,1998,Kempton Clark
12,Red,US,"This pleasant, light red features varietally true aromas of underbrush, cherries and strawberries and simple, bright fruity flavors. The finish brings in an interesting tree-bark note. Try slightly chilled to add needed grip.",Fleur de Pinot Noir,12,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank NV Fleur de Pinot Noir Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-nv-fleur-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,,Dr. Konstantin Frank
11.5,White,Austria,"An easy-drinking GV with the emphasis on grapefruit and white peach flavors accented by peppery spice and minerals. It's light, clean and crisp, but finishes short. —J.C.",Zehetnerin,14,84,Kremstal,,,E. & M. Berger 2000 Zehetnerin Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-m-berger-2000-zehetnerin-gruner-veltliner-kremstal/,Grüner Veltliner,2000,E. & M. Berger
14,Red,US,Stiff tannins and a fair amount of acid on the palate make the black plum and smoke flavors in the mouth and on the finish that much more dark and sturdy. Opens with peppery heat layered with soil and red berry.,Ancient Vines,23,84,California,California Other,California,Cline 1999 Ancient Vines Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1999-ancient-vines-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Cline
14.2,Red,US,"Right out of the bottle, this Zin's bouquet is rife with tin-can and weedy-herbal aromas, plus a little pepper; once you're on your second glass, though, those aromas burn off to reveal oaky dark fruit underneath. In the mouth, oak, metallic and sweet powder cover black berry fruit. Lean with slightly elevated acidity, it finishes with stout berry fruit doused in more tangy oak and metallic notes. Tastes more like a French Syrah than a California Zin. —D.M.",,19,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coyote Creek 1999 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-creek-1999-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Coyote Creek
,Red,Chile,"For Carmenère, this one is sharper than most. The mouth is tight and lean, with red cherries and only some meaty, earthy character. The finish is basic.",Reserve,11,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 1999 Reserve Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1999-reserve-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,1999,Undurraga
12.5,White,Italy,"Opens light and dry with peach, green apple and herb aromas. A tart and lemony Chardonnay, it's not at all fat or new-worldy. It displays the faintly bitter, almost quinine-like element some Italian whites show and closes crisply with an anise note. Formerly a Chardonnay-Pinot Grigio blend, Libaio is now 100% Chardonnay, while the Pinot Grigio is bottled as Lumina.",Libaio,9,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 2000 Libaio Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2000-libaio-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,2000,Ruffino
14.9,Red,US,"Made from 125-year-old vines, this Zin's nose offers spicy black cherry aromas coated in sweet cream. On the front palate, there's black fruit and oak, but it's interrupted by a brief yet searing lemony tang on the back palate. The medium-long finish picks up where the black fruit and oak left off, plus adds an interesting, smoldering-char flavor. —D.M.",Martinelli & Duckhorn Vineyard,60,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seven Lions Winery 1999 Martinelli & Duckhorn Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-lions-winery-1999-martinelli-duckhorn-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Seven Lions Winery
13,Red,Austria,"The Saint Laurent grape is only rarely grown outside of Austria, where it is perceived to have great potential. This version verges on Port-like, with aromas of fruitcake and spice that seem a bit warm and overripe before picking up a citrus tang on the finish. —J.C.",Selection,25,84,Burgenland,,,Nittnaus Hans und Christine 1999 Selection St. Laurent (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nittnaus-hans-und-christine-1999-selection-other-white-st-laurent-burgenland/,St. Laurent,1999,Nittnaus Hans und Christine
13.5,Red,Chile,"This jammy, plump wine is packed with fruity flavors of black cherries and blackberries; also some chocolate and cola. Good quaffing wine or bar pour. Best Buy.",,6,84,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 2000 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-2000-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,La Palma
,White,Chile,"Pear fruit and sweet oak strike a nice balance up front. The soft, creamy body offers ample acidity so that it remains lively. A persistent buttered-toast characteristic dominates the weighty finish.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,15,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2001 Medalla Real Special Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2001-medalla-real-special-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Santa Rita
12,White,US,"The sweet-smelling pear and guava aromas don't carry through to the palate, which is quite dry and marked mainly by oily kerosene flavors. It's full for Riesling and richly textured, with good length, it's just not a classically fruity New World Riesling.",,13,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 2000 White Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-2000-riesling-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Riesling,2000,Palmer
13,Red,Chile,"Big and chunky, with a full-fruit bouquet that seems reticent to offer anything more specific than berries. Bright acidity drives the fruitiness forward; the wispy finish features licorice and cherry.",Reserva,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.8,White,Chile,"Dry and toasty, with some menthol and roasted nut aromas, there's not a lot of fruit to befound on the nose of this offering. Some orange and grapefruit flavors show through on the palate, but the overwhelming sense is of a wine that's more reliant on barrels than on fruit for its character. Still, not bad if you like the style.",Winemaker's Reserve,40,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Carmen
14.9,Red,US,"Black as night. If you drink this Zin with food, that food better be a charbroiled steak. Oak, blackberry and black plum aromas lead to similar flavors in the mouth that are lightened a tad by a tart grape-  blackberry-gumball note. Chewy and heavy on the tannins, it signs off with a dry, tannic, black plum-skin finish. —D.M.",Signet Collection,28,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Signet Collection Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-signet-collection-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,Chile,"A piercing grapefruit aroma, the hallmark of Casablanca Sauvignon Blanc, is strong here, and there's a certain stony peachiness and some passion fruit as well. There's also a touch of green pepper and asparagus at the flavor core, and then some vanilla at the end. If that sounds like a lot to ponder, it is—probably too much, given the wine.",,8,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2001-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Lapostolle
14.8,Red,US,"Toasty, charry plum and black cherry hold court in the wine, which is medium-bodied and marked by a touch of rustic tannin. —J.M.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Lake Sonoma
,Red,Chile,"The clean and rich aromatics here suggest chocolate and black berries. The palate is full and generally quite smooth, but as a whole it's not exactly exciting. For a wine with all the basics, this is it. But its overall lack of complexity begs the question: what does “reserva” really mean?",Reserva,12,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Château La Joya
13.5,Red,Chile,"It's all about red currants, rhubarb and raspberries, with just a hint of mint. The tannins are on the large side, and thus the balance is a little awkward. Nonetheless it's a solid red wine, and it's organic.",Nativa,15,85,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Nativa Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-nativa-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Carmen
16.5,Red,US,,Block One,36,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Bradford Mountain 1998 Block One Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bradford-mountain-1998-block-one-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Bradford Mountain
,Red,Chile,"For $6, you can't go wrong with this plum-packed fruitball that also offers defined cherry and raspberry. There's even enough body here to let you chew on it a little. Is it standard Merlot? Yes, but nobody should be complaining about this fine bargain. Best Buy.",,6,85,Colchagua Valley,,,MontGras 2000 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montgras-2000-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,2000,MontGras
9.5,White,Austria,"Not really sweet enough to be a full-fledged dessert wine, this pear- and honey-scented wine would make a nice accompaniment to seared foie gras. The ripe pear and melon flavors have enough acidity to balance the delicate sweetness. —J.C.",Auslese,16,85,Neusiedlersee,,,Michlits-Stadlmann 1999 Auslese Traminer (Neusiedlersee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michlits-stadlmann-1999-auslese-other-white-traminer-neusiedlersee/,Traminer,1999,Michlits-Stadlmann
13.1,Red,US,"This second label from Martha Clara Vineyards packs in enough superripe fruit (cherries and apricots, with some yellow-fleshed red plums as well) to make it a good value quaff. Not a lot of structure or complexity, but flavorful and pleasing. Best Buy.",,10,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Glacier's End NV Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glaciers-end-nv-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,,Glacier's End
13.5,Red,Austria,"This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Zweigelt isn't unlike a lightweight Merlot. Earth and black cherry aromas and flavors on a lithe frame are tinged with dried herbs. Finishes tart. —J.C.",Summus,25,85,South Styria,,,Wohlmuth 1999 Summus Red (South Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-1999-summus-red-south-styria/,Cabernet Blend,1999,Wohlmuth
,White,Chile,"This white is partially barrel fermented, and that woodiness and the related round texture sit heavy on the citrus fruit. Grapefruit is most forward, with orange and lemon in the backdrop. Use it as a quaff with hors d'oeuvres.",Copihue,15,85,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Copihue Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-copihue-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Miguel Torres
15,Red,US,"Markham makes a straightforward, good-value bottle, emphasizing dark, smoky, tarry scents and big, chunky cherry fruit. There is plenty of weight and heavy tannin, but the wine feels a bit heavy and plodding.",,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Markham
,Red,US,"Dusty cherry and smoke aromas open this fairly light Pinot Noir. Even and supple in the mouth, it offers red berry and rhubarb flavors and mild herb accent notes. Licorice and tar hints add a little complexity. Finishes smoothly with decent length, but without the substance expected of a 1998. Drink now.",,20,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1998 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,King Estate
,Red,US,"A ripe cherry ball, with almost a candy-like quality. Pretty herb and citrus notes follow on a somewhat moderate body. Ultrafruity is the theme here. May not be for everyone.",OVOC,25,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 2000 OVOC Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-2000-ovoc-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Alderbrook
14.5,Red,US,Very smooth in the mouth—perhaps a bit mushy—this Zin has loads of distinctive red fruit (especially raspberry) coated with what tastes like maple or molasses. Caramel-cream and blackberry stand out on the finish and in the bouquet. An easy crowd-pleasing quaffer.,,10,85,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2000 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2000-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Ironstone
14,Red,US,"A soft, floral-talc note coats earth and juicy red fruit on the comforting, almost sexy, nose. On the palate, flat blackberry and strawberry notes take on a bit of tanginess, thanks to the oak. It's medium to light in weight—this is no heavy-hitter—and finishes a little thin, the floral-talc note returning. The nose is the best part; the wine lightens up considerably after that. —D.M.",,22,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Frog's Leap
12.5,White,Austria,"Bright gooseberry aromas are accompanied by hints of pear, melon and anise. It's pleasant and easy to drink, with a lemony tang that brings a touch of bitterness to the finish. —J.C.",Steirische Klassik,27,85,Südsteiermark,,,Erich & Walter Polz 2000 Steirische Klassik Sauvignon Blanc (Südsteiermark),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erich-walter-polz-2000-steirische-klassik-sauvignon-blanc-sudsteiermark/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Erich & Walter Polz
10.5,White,Austria,"Some readers might be more familiar with one of this grape's other names, Lemberger. Taking a grape normally used for dry wines and making it as an ice wine results in a sweet but not overly treacly wine with flavors of cherries and citrus, with some tea-like notes on the finish. —J.C.",Eiswein,30,85,Austria,,,Ochs 1999 Eiswein Blaufränkisch (Austria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ochs-1999-eiswein-other-red-blaufrankisch-weiden-am-see/,Blaufränkisch,1999,Ochs
13.1,White,US,"It's spicy, as the grape's name implies, but doesn't have a lot of the rose or lychee scents typical of the variety. Instead, there's baking spices lightly sprinkled over honeydew melon. Nice balance of sweet and tart elements makes the wine easy to drink.",,15,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 2000 Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-2000-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Martha Clara
13,White,Chile,"The house Chard from Casablanca is crisp, even lean. In the mouth, though, things warm up, where vanilla and smoke are both heavy compared to the more humble fruit. It's a bit racier in the finish, showing lemon.",,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Lapostolle 2000 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2000-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Lapostolle
14.5,Red,US,"Asian-inspired noes of soy and seaweed emanate from the bouquet—there's deep black fruit underneath, but the other flavors are more interesting, running from bright black and red fruit to peppery, oak-derived notes. Thins out a bit on the end.",Old Vine,20,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Renwood
14,White,Chile,"Aged in 20% French oak, this Chard from a cool, vineyard is fresh as a daisy and loaded with light tropical fruit. There's also a touch of citrus on the back palate and a creamy pound-cake flavor to the finish.",,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 2001 Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-2001-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Luis Felipe Edwards
,Red,Italy,"A dense smoke and toast cocoon envelops the dark fruit in this supple wine. Our tasters found the oak overbearing, obscuring the fruit. If it's juicy, it's in an unusual, cedary, raisiny way, with leathery accents. The wine seems at once young and closed, yet rather mature for its age. A curious offering.",Tenuta Santedame,16,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 1998 Tenuta Santedame  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1998-tenuta-santedame-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Ruffino
13.1,White,US,"This is a light style of Chardonnay, with some peach aromas and a distinct peanutty quality. Finishes lemony and tart; a good candidate to accompany raw oysters.",,10,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Glacier's End NV Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glaciers-end-nv-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,,Glacier's End
,Red,France,"This straight-ahead Rhône red opens with a lively nose of faintly sweet red berries offset by earth, pepper and anise accents. The dry palate follows suit, although perhaps with not the depth or intensity promised. Still, it's a good mid-weight red and a fine party or bar pour, closing with moderate tannins and length. Best Buy.",St. Espirit,10,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 1999 St. Espirit Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1999-st-espirit-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Delas Frères
14.3,Red,Chile,,Reserve,15,85,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Reserve Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-reserve-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1999,Carmen
,White,Chile,"Lots of lemon and pineapple at first, and even a touch of soda-like spritz. Piercing grapefruit flavors and citrus-inspiring acids leave notes of tangerine and orange on the clean finish. Best Buy.",,7,86,Lontué Valley,,,Undurraga 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2001-sauvignon-blanc-lontue-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Undurraga
,White,Chile,"Very fruity, with clean, driving apple and pear aromas. Fine in the mouth, and expressive citrus and apple flavors. This good-bodied wine, although inexpensive, should satisfy almost any palate. Best Buy.",,7,86,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2001 Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2001-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Undurraga
12.5,Red,Italy,"Smooth and structured, this Chianti delivers deep, tart black cherry flavors on a medium frame with a nice, chewy mouthfeel. Attractive licorice, earth, tobacco and cocoa accents add interest right through the dry finish. Tasty now and should hold through 2004. A solid value, especially if found on sale. Best Buy.",IL Leo,10,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Ruffino 2000 IL Leo  (Chianti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-2000-il-leo-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2000,Ruffino
13.5,White,Italy,"Nutty and complex, this single-vineyard barrique-aged Chardonnay shows apple and tropical fruit aromas and flavors lavishly wrapped in toasty oak. Citrus, honey and oatmeal notes add interest to this round, supple, internationally styled white. Finishes long and tangy, with lingering oak and apple notes. Our panel was of decidedly different minds about this wine and the rating is truly an average. If you like this style, you'll rate this considerably higher—if not, you'll like it less.",La Solatìa,20,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Ruffino 1998 La Solatìa Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1998-solatia-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,1998,Ruffino
13,Red,Chile,"Made in a lighter style, as befits an offspring of Lafite, with cedar, tobacco and cherry aromas that persist nicely on the palate. It's certainly elegant, and balanced for drinking over the near term.",Los Vascos Reserve,15,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 1999 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-1999-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
14.4,White,Chile,,Reserve,13,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Carmen 2001 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2001-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Carmen
14,Red,US,"Very subtle blackberry notes on the nose preface deeper, more tannic blackberry flavors—plus some charred barrel and metallic notes—on the palate. Full and dry in the mouth with a tannic, gravelly texture; the Bridgehead's finish is equally dry and tannic, with green herb and black pepper flavors at the end. It's dark and dry, but boy, does that finish go on and on. It would go well with a thick, medium-rare marbled steak. May soften in a year or two. —D.M.",Bridgehead Vineyard,28,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1999 Bridgehead Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1999-bridgehead-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Cline
13.5,White,Chile,,,8,86,Central Valley,,,Arboleda 2000 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-2000-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Arboleda
13.5,Red,Chile,"This wine doesn't come from Caliterra's Arboleda Estate, in Colchagua, and it seems a little tight and short of cheer. The palate is tannic, and there are flavors of cherry, tobacco and wood.",,20,86,Maipo Valley,,,Arboleda 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Arboleda
,Red,Chile,,,20,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 2001 Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2001-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,2001,Caliterra
13,White,Austria,"A bit restrained, but identifiably Gewürz, with its trademark aromas of lychees and rose petals. Picks up some ripe melon nuances on the palate. A polite introduction to Gewürztraminer, virtually guaranteed to not offend. —J.C.",Summus,16,86,South Styria,,,Wohlmuth 2000 Summus Gewürztraminer (South Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wohlmuth-2000-summus-gewurztraminer-south-styria/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Wohlmuth
13.5,White,Australia,"Viognier is never this inexpensive, let alone this inexpensive and this good. On the nose, clean citrus notes balance brighter, richer tropical fruit and butter aromas. It's smooth in the mouth, where bright sunflower and chalk flavors play tug of war with underdog chalk and caramel notes, but it's so well integrated that it's hard to say who's winning. Best Buy.",Y Series,10,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2000 Y Series Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-series-viognier-south/,Viognier,2000,Yalumba
13,Red,US,"A spicy clove-and-barbecue nose leads the way to a palate full of red berries. However, there's so much chalky dust on the palate, and all the way through to the finish, that you don't get as much full flavor as you might otherwise.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Heron 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Heron
13,White,Australia,"Smells a bit like New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, with strong capsicum and grapefruit components; also some toast notes. Broad and fat in the mouth, yet there are more green pepper flavors and a harsh, woody finish.",Adelaide Hills,16,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1998 Adelaide Hills Semillon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-adelaide-hills-semillon-semillon-south/,Sémillon,1998,Penfolds
,White,France,"Stunningly beautiful. Decadently rich and flamboyant, with its peach, honeysuckle, apricot, wildflower, vanilla and smoke aromas and flavors. Rich and sweet as honey, yet this wine is fully dry and quite crisp with acidity. Exquisite concentration, with the weight and density of a Grand Cru.",Grand Cru Moenchberg Le Moine,,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2001 Grand Cru Moenchberg Le Moine Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2001-grand-cru-moenchberg-le-moine-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2001,Marc Kreydenweiss
13.3,White,France,"Terrific Riesling, clean and racy. Packed with flamboyant flavors of citrus fruits, wildflowers, and steely minerals, and is bone dry. Acidity is high and provides a natural boost to the expressive flavors in this pretty, versatile wine.",Cuvee Frederic Emile,35,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 1997 Cuvee Frederic Emile Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-1997-cuvee-frederic-emile-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1997,Trimbach
13.5,Red,Italy,"This Kendall-Jackson-owned property is turning out a bevy of very good offerings. The best is their Syrah, which boasts plenty of toast and vanilla but also blackberry and dried-herb shadings. The finish is powerful and tannic, yet ripe and supple.",,20,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Arceno 1999 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,1999,Villa Arceno
,Red,South Africa,"Packs plenty of flavor for the price, with great heaps of berries and stone fruits, earth, mushroom, and sweet vanillins and spice. You can taste the sunny ripeness through the rich finish, but the wine is dry and balanced. This is a very good value.",,10,87,Western Cape,,,Baobab 1998 Merlot (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baobab-1998-merlot-western-cape/,Merlot,1998,Baobab
13,Red,Italy,,,20,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Arceno 1998 Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1998-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,1998,Villa Arceno
,Dessert,Italy,"Dark golden in color, with toffee, caramel, espresso, orange liqueur and smoky aromas and flavors. Pretty darned sweet, with a thick, viscous texture and orangey flavors. Simple, one-dimensional, a little soft.",,21,84,Tuscany,Vin Santo del Chianti,,Monastero di Coriano 1996  Vin Santo del Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monastero-coriano-1996-white-vin-santo-chianti/,White Blend,1996,Monastero di Coriano
,Red,Chile,"Opens with odd, tanky aromas of veggies and old sox, although the flavors are quite a bit better. If you can get past the smell, the blackberry and tobacco flavors are dry and rich.",Max Reserva,25,83,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 2000 Max Reserva Syrah (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2000-max-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-aconcagua-valley/,Syrah,2000,Errazuriz
13.5,Red,Australia,"Sweet red fruit—think raspberry, plum and strawberry—show on the nose and keeps going, on through the finish. Simple and sweet, like strawberry shortcake in a bottle.",,8,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Swan 2002 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-swan-2002-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2002,Black Swan
,Red,US,,,125,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hourglass 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hourglass-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Hourglass
12,Sparkling,France,"A dry, bready bouquet with subtle herb notes opens this impressive bottling. The palate expands with full apple, herb and lemon flavors, and shows a fine bead and an even, fairly structured mouthfeel. Finishes complex and toasty, with great length and style.",Cuvée William Deutz Brut,115,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1995 Cuvée William Deutz Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1995-cuvee-william-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Deutz
12,Sparkling,France,"Great refinement shows in the subtle hazelnut, fruit, hay and vanilla aromas of this famous luxury cuvée. The palate is flavorful with lovely dry grape, peaches and cream, toasted nut, plum and flavors, and the mouthfeel is soft, lightly and gently frothy. Finishes long and leaner, but not hard, with mineral and citrus notes. Drink now through 2007.",Cristal Brut,180,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1995 Cristal Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1995-cristal-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Louis Roederer
12.5,Sparkling,France,"This rich, dry, mature1989 shows buttery brioche, licqueur, caramel and apple aromas.  Medium-full dry cherry, apple, yellow plum and toast flavors work in lovely harmony, creating a complex palate impression.  Lemon-lime and mineral notes, with an intriguing, faintly bitter, quinine-like hint play out on the long finish.",Louise,120,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1989 Louise  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1989-louise-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1989,Pommery
,Red,US,"Boy this is good stuff. Starts with those big, rich, sappy Pinot aromas of dark berry marmalade and dark chocolate and turns velvety smooth on the palate. There's a ton of rich, ripe fruit in the middle, and the dry, spicy finish is full of flavor. Yet it's dry, light and elegant—a candlelight wine.",Grand Reserve,21,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
12.5,Sparkling,France,"The brilliant, yet subtle anise, sandalwood, cherry, cocoa, vanilla and almond bouquet that opens this delicious, elegant wine seems hard to follow. However, the full, creamy palate, with its dry cherry, chalk, toast and mineral flavors and lively effervescence doesn't disappoint. Delicious and long, the clean and tangy finish has a winning blend of vinous, citrus and caramel notes that show tremendous persistence.",Louise Rosé,240,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1992 Louise Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1992-louise-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Pommery
,Sparkling,France,"Medium-weight, pale-colored, yet mature-tasting, this Champagne offers supple, buttery caramel and nut aromas.  A smooth palate follows with subtle dried apples and pear flavors, an even mousse and moderate acidity.  Balanced and even, it finished long with mild yeasty and leesy notes.",Les Vignes de Saran Chouilly,85,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Les Vignes de Saran Chouilly  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-vignes-saran-chouilly-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
12,Sparkling,France,"Aromas of apples and hay open this stately and somewhat mature bubbly.  In the mouth, it's richly and darkly fruited, with dried-plum and pear flavors and soft mineral-chalk accents.  The wine is not that effervescent, but closes with good length, lemon and more mineral notes.  It's not as nuanced or subtle as Roederer's Cristal, but it's nearly as enjoyable.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,55,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1995 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1995-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Louis Roederer
,White,US,"Nobody in the country is making better Sémillon than L'Ecole, and this estate bottling is the best of the best. Rich, ripe and seductive, it layers delicious fruit and herbs in a creamy wine that lingers beautifully. Just the right amount of oak completes it.",Seven Hills Vineyard,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2000 Seven Hills Vineyard Sémillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2000-seven-hills-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,2000,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"Smells lush and ripe, with deeply scented rasberry, vanilla and smoke aromas burnished with toasted oak.  Hits the palate with a burst of spicy berry fruit, opulent and sweet, wrapped in lush, smooth tannins.  A seductive, silky wine.",Garys' Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 1999 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Testarossa
,Red,US,"The price to quality quotient of this winery never fails to amaze. Here is top of the line treatment for a mid-level price. Supple, silky and delicious, the wine smells and tastes of mint, chocolate and vanilla, wrapped around seamless red fruit. Spicy and crisply defined, it is long and satisfying.",Reserve,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"A strong South Coast Pinot filled with spicy flavors and mouth-tingling acids.  Very ripe conditions push the tomato fruit toward black cherry, but it still has a bit of herbal, vegetable character. It's dry, and had smooth tannins that make it drinkable now.",Bien Nacido Reserve,28,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fetzer 1999 Bien Nacido Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-bien-nacido-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Fetzer
,Red,US,"A very fine Zin, with balanced aromas of blackberries, chocolate and the smell of a warm berry thicket on a hot, dusty summer's day.  Big in the mouth, with pungent, spicy fruit flavors and a bite of acid.",Benito Dusi Ranch,26,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 Benito Dusi Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-benito-dusi-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Peachy Canyon
12,Sparkling,France,"It's unanimously excellent votes from the tasting panel are well-deserved.  Its nose is a sexy yet comforting blend of vanilla, apple, bread, butter and light brown sugar.  The palate is at once fresh (one reviewer detected celery-like notes) and ""like a good dessert"" with note of almond paste and tiramisu against a fruity backdrop.  Full in the mouth, it winds up with a long, throat-coating herb and lime, but slightly sweet finish.",Cuvée Rare Réservée Brut,70,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 1990 Cuvée Rare Réservée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-1990-cuvee-rare-reservee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Piper-Heidsieck
12,Sparkling,France,"Full and elegant, even plush, from the sexy butter, caramel, smoke and vanilla bouquet through the plum, tropical- fruit and dried peach flavors and chalk and mineral accents on the palate.  There's great nuance here, as there always is with Salon.  Though it's younger, this seems already softer and more forward than the 1985 and 1988 tasted last year. Drink now through 2010",Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut,200,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Salon 1990 Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salon-1990-le-mesnil-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1990,Salon
,Red,US,"Cold Creek is one of Stimson Lane's premier properties, and this vineyard selection, froma a wonderful Washington vintage, shows it at it's best.  Sweet, plump fruit, vivid and forward, is married to medium acids and soft tannins, with a smooth, chocolately finish.",Cold Creek Vineyard,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-cold-creek-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"This is as close to Bordeaux as you'll find in Washington, which is to say, darn close indeed. Cassis and earth, leaf and barrel mingle in the seductive nose. The wine, rich and ripe and deep, slowly opens to reveal layer upon layer of fruit, amplified with darker, mineral accents. Defining acids and a subtle hint of oak complete the experience.",Artist Series Meritage Red Wine,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Artist Series Meritage Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-artist-series-meritage-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Still young and jammy, with dark purple color and great heaps of cherry, blackberry and cassis fruit, overlaid with plush, vanilla-tinged oak.  There's an enormous depth of flavor in the mouth, rich and jammy, with fruity, chocolate notes.  The tannins are evident now in this very dry wine.  It is a cellar candidate; a very good wine, but not a great vintage.",Georges de Latour Private Reserve,100,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-georges-latour-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Sparkling,France,"Light in color, but full of zest.  De Saint Gall is an underrated producer that delivers the goods year after year.  Here the scent of vanilla sets the stage for light, pure flavors if banana, pear, anise and cinnamon.  It's a little lean but in no way mean.  Perfect balance and acidity render it beyond ordinary.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,35,91,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall NV Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-nv-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,De Saint Gall
,Red,US,"Dramatic, showy nose of smoky rasberry tart, vanilla, cinnamon and deeper notes of blackberry preserves lead to wonderfully fruity flavors.  Supple, silky and dry, this complex beauty offers lots of hedonistic pleasure.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Testarossa
,Red,US,"This brand-new operation is ambitious and well-funded, and the results show. Of their single-vineyard Pinots, this is the biggest. It's a rugged, chewy wine with unabashed tannins and oodles of jammy blackberry fruit, anise and sassafras. Just 207 cases.",Jerome Reserve,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 1999 Jerome Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-1999-jerome-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lemelson
,Red,US,"Anyone that doubts that Merlot is capable of producing a big, lush, seductive and densely flavored wine should try this exceptional bottle from one of Washington's premier red wine producers.  ""It's the Jayne Mansfield of Washington reds,"" as one friend described it.  A fine, crowd-pleasing wine that shows jammy fruit matched to thick tannins and toasty, coffee-flavored oak.",Seven Hills Vineyard,40,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-seven-hills-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,US,"Fans of spicy, bold Chards will love this one.  Huge aromas of ripe peaches and pineapple, cinnamon, buttered toast and smoke are followed by layered flavors and textures.  Dramatic, showy and extravagant, this complex wine finishes with honeyed sweetness.",Reserve,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kunde
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Young, with a taut citrus, ginger, mineral, soice and floral bouquet, this bright and light-on-its-feet wine has lots of dimension.  Yellow fruit flavors, anise accents and fine fruit-to-acid balance mark the cream, yet airy palate.  The mineral-chalk and the citrus-peel finish is long, with brisk acidity.  High-strung, like fine white Burgundy; though delicious now, it will benefit from aginf for three to six plus years.",La Grande Dame Brut,150,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1993 La Grande Dame Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1993-grande-dame-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,US,"From low-yielding 120-year-old vines, this is one of the most serious Zins around.  It's soft, well-structured and harmonious, with Zin's briary, jammy, peppery, wild berry fruit.  The mouth-coating flavors persist on the long delicious finish for a full minute.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1998 Monte Rosso Vineyard Gnarly Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1998-monte-rosso-vineyard-gnarly-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Louis M. Martini
,Red,US,"This is one of the most beautiful Merlot's of the vintage.  It's hard to describe the depth of aroma and flavor.  Blackberry and cassis, violets and a lush overlay of smoky oak doesn't do it justice.  Sumptuous, complex tannins and a brilliant, velvety texture and an unending finish also suggest the real deal.  Delicious.",,38,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Shafer
,Red,US,"This Zin has lots of alcohol, nearly 16%, but you'd never know it because it's so balanced. It's rich, harmonious, fruity and very dry, with that wild, savage quality that marks this variety. In its own way, it's classic Sonoma Zin, and from a great vineyard.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,28,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Stephen Ross 1999 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-1999-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Stephen Ross
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This precocious Pinot is the whole package. With its immaculately clean berry aromas and piercing red-berry fruit, it's smooth, sweet and just smoky enough, with perfect vanilla oak kissing the full, ripe finish. Whitehaven's Pinot is clearly a fine estate-grown wine made in the artisan style.",,22,92,Marlborough,,,Whitehaven 2000 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehaven-2000-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Whitehaven
,Sparkling,France,"An intense, complex nose of toast, yeast, earth, brine and mushroom opens this luxury cuvée. Medium-full and soft, by Dom Perignon standards, the palate offers subtle, light green herbs, sweet citrus and honey flavors. Lemon and lime predominate on the long, smooth finish. Classy stuff, if not possessed of the reserve or spine of the top vintages. Fortunately, that actually means it drinks better now than most Dom of comparable age. Best now through 2010.",Dom Perignon,150,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1993 Dom Perignon  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1993-dom-perignon-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"This is an elegant wine that will go well on the best tables. It balances plummy, spicy berry fruit and smoky oak with rich tannins and a bite of acidity to create a very dry wine meant for food. It's not a blockbuster and won't win blind tastings, but it's the wine you'll turn to for repeat sips. A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.",Colline di Sassi,25,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Pepi 1998 Colline di Sassi Red (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-1998-colline-sassi-red-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Red Blend,1998,Pepi
,Sparkling,France,"A beautiful wine, with fine mousse and a pale straw color. Smoky, biscuity aromas are followed by a wonderfully structured, elegant palate, with ripe fruit alongside freshness and a fine, mature richness.",Réserve Brut,33,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger NV Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pol Roger
12,Sparkling,France,"This little-known house is turning out some fine bubbly. This is an intense, brooding wine, filled with dark toast and meat, earth and soy complexities. It's a big, mouth-filling wine, creamy and rich, finishing long. Seems mature already, so drink up.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,48,92,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall 1995 Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-1995-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1995,De Saint Gall
12,Sparkling,France,"Mature, yet still quite lively, this less-familiar luxury bottling deserves more attention and is worth the hunt. The full apple, hay and earth bouquet is accented by dark, rich, almost meaty notes. It displays an even bead, lovely balance, and a full but not heavy mouthfeel with dried fruit flavors and caramel accents. An impressive bottling that closes long and dry, drinks well now, and has the stuff to last through the decade.",Cuvée Orpale,99,92,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall 1990 Cuvée Orpale Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-1990-cuvee-orpale-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1990,De Saint Gall
,Red,US,"Rich plum and cedar notes lead the way here, backed by velvety tannins and lush black cherry, vanilla, anise and herb notes. Beautifully balanced and brimming with character.",Black Glass Vineyard,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 1999 Black Glass Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-1999-black-glass-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Benessere
,Red,US,"Here's a wine to mull over as you sniff the complex earthy, mushroomy, black raspberry and smoky oak aromas, infused with all kinds of spices and herbs. Take a sip, swirl. It turns even more complex. Racy, juicy fruit is framed in delicate oak. Tannins and acids are just right. Plus it has that elusive quality, elegance. It's California sweet, and needs the right foods.",Reserve,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.3,Red,US,"There's some really lovely fruit under lots of new oak, with its charry, woodsy notes. The fruit tends toward black raspberries and red cherries, with spicy, tobacco notes, but it's not jammy. It's complex, layered. Dry, with dusty, silky tannins, it's delicious and elegant.",Reserve,40,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Artesa
13.9,Red,US,"Fine varietal Pinot, bursting with cherry and spice fruit. The powerful aromas promise a sturdy, big-boned wine, and don't disappoint. In the mouth, waves of cherry-berry fruit and oriental spices drink dry and complex, with intricately detailed tannins. There's an oaky, glyceriney sweetness that lasts through the finish.",American Tradition Reserve,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1999 American Tradition Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1999-american-tradition-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Fess Parker
,Sparkling,France,"This is the fullest and deepest of Moët's three new Grand Cru single-vineyard bottlings, with a dark cherry and anise tinged, slightly meaty nose. Similar handsome kirsch and spice flavors show on the palate and through the long, taut finish. It's not weighty, but well-structured, and though already tasty, this will benefit from a few years aging. Drink 2003-2010.",Les Sarments d'Aÿ,85,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Les Sarments d'Aÿ  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-sarments-day-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"I confess, I love this vineyard. It's not the jammiest, most opulent in the state, but it consistently delivers vivid, perfectly balanced wines, with amazing aging potential. The latest Cabernet has a wonderful bouquet, blending plush fruits, spice, chocolate, coffee, mineral, tea and cedarbox. It's complex and delicious, as well as structured to age, without excess oak or overripe fruit.",Cold Creek Vineyard,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,France,"A beautiful, refined bouquet of hazelnut, caramel and toast opens this impressive bottling. It's full and round on the palate, with complex dried fruit, mineral, hay and toast flavors and a lively, spicy edge. The elegant finish is very long, with a gently spicy back bouquet. Drink now through 2007, best after 2003.",Les Combettes Premier Cru,85,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 1999 Les Combettes Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-1999-combettes-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Jacques Prieur
,Red,France,"Complex and surprisingly forward already, with a lovely perfume of black cherries with smoke, toast, earth and cinnamon-clove accents. Good depth and texture show on the palate, with dried cherry and spice, cola and toasty oak flavors. The fruit shines right through the long finish, with the spice accents again and a tasty mineral-chalk streak. Good now, better 2003-2008.",Champs Pimont Premier Cru,48,92,Burgundy,Beaune,,Domaine Jacques Prieur 1999 Champs Pimont Premier Cru  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jacques-prieur-1999-champs-pimont-premier-cru-beaune-13677/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Jacques Prieur
,White,US,"An intriguing wine, with honeyed-lemon and orange aromas backed up by spicy citrus, pear, apple, melon and floral notes.  Long, bright, light, clean and minerally on the finish.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Davis Bynum
,Red,US,"Incredibly complex and young. It's got that sappy feel you get fresh from the fermenter, overlaid with the best smoky oak. The black cherry core of fruit is promising. Dry and tart, it should soften up and gain complexity in the cellar, and become absolutely first rate. Try after 2002.",Rincon Vineyard,40,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1999 Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1999-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Talley
,Red,US,"Nice, juicy aromas of black fruits and cassis, with suggestions of licorice and mocha. This is a shade or two tighter and deeper than the excellent Merlot. Inviting and true to varietal, it shows exceptional poise, filling the mouth with subtle, sensual layers of fruit, accented with toasted wood. Elegant effort.",,35,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Reininger
,Red,US,"Vividly ripe, sweet fruit here, with a powerful core of spice, wild cherry and cinnamon. Firm tannins give it good structure, while the finish is long and clean. Drinking well now, but should age nicely over the next 5 to 10 years.",Garys' Vineyard,50,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 1999 Garys' Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-1999-garys-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Pessagno
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Opens with a lovely bouquet of mild, sweet spice and vanilla aromas. This is light-footed but lusciously textured and flavored, with apricot, lemon and pear notes. The palate feel is refined with very good bead—almost weightless—yet not at all insubstantial. Closes with a long, dry lime and herb fade.",Fleur de Champagne Brut,120,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 1995 Fleur de Champagne Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-1995-fleur-de-champagne-brut-champagne-13366/,Champagne Blend,1995,Perrier Jouët
,Red,US,"The nose suggests a wine of breeding, elegance and depth, with ripe, blueberry fruit blended with layers of toast, nuts, caramel and coffee.  This is firmer than the other L'Ecole Merlots, and it shows streaks of earth and mineral, along with tight tannins that suggest long-term agind potential,  Give it plenty of breathing time or age 6-8 years.",,36,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"The top of the line for Columbia Crest, this powerful, classy blend is a very polished effort. It leads with rich, textured scents of ripe red and black fruits, accented with toast and vanilla. There are some lovely spices—pepper and fines herbes—that add welcome interest. Overall it's lush and mouth-filling, built to age but delicious right away.",Reserve Red Wine,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 Reserve Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-reserve-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"Rich, ripe and velvety textured, the wine offers loads of complex black cherry, herb, chocolate, spice, cedar and anise flavors. Full bodied  and plush for a Pinot, it remains long and lush on the finish.",Firepeak Vineyard,38,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 1999 Firepeak Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1999-firepeak-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Baileyana
14.6,Red,US,"Rich plum and cedar notes lead the way here, backed by velvety tannins and lush black cherry, vanilla, anise, and herb notes. Beautifully balanced and brimming with character.",Benessere Estate Black Glass Vyd,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 1999 Benessere Estate Black Glass Vyd Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-1999-estate-black-glass-vyd-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Benessere
,Red,US,"Big, bright and beautiful, with bing cherry, blackberry, chocolate, vanilla, spice, cedar and herb flavors, all seamlessly integrated. The acidity is a bit bright--the result of a cool year--but the wine is still a top-notch first release for Eureka hotelier Mark Carter.",Coliseum Block,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Carter 1998 Coliseum Block Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carter-1998-coliseum-block-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Carter
,White,US,"From a newish winery, this stunning Chard opens with lush, opulent aromas of tropical fruits and peach, lime peel, smoke, butterscotch, mineral and smoky oak. Fabulous depth and complexity in the mouth, with an almost unnatural limpidity and velvety softness.",Folkendt Vineyard - Merrillie,36,93,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Steven Kent 1999 Folkendt Vineyard - Merrillie Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steven-kent-1999-folkendt-vineyard-merrillie-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Steven Kent
,Red,US,"Very ripe and fruity stuff here, a blast of jammy strawberry and black raspberry and spicy cola. Oak adds smoke and vanilla. It's dry, with lusciously complex tannins and soft acids. It's hard to describe how delicious it is. It's not an ager, it's a Lolita of a wine. Fortunately, it's not against the law to enjoy it young.",,34,93,California,Napa,Yountville,M. Cosentino 1999 Pinot Noir (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-pinot-noir-napa-yountville/,Pinot Noir,1999,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"Creamy blackberry, cassis, toasty oak and vanilla aromas lead off.  This elegant wine is loaded with additional flavors redolent of licorice, tobacco, spice and dense berries.  It's all couched in supple, velvety tannins.  Long and lush at the end.",Private Reserve,100,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1997 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1997-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Beringer
14.6,Red,US,"Best-ever from this producer, whose house style mingles pure, ripe black raspberry and cherry notes with earthier ones of rhubarb, tomato, and dark tea, Fancy oak adds vanilla and smoke nuances. This wonderfully rich, layered wine is dry and complex and a joy to drink.",,30,93,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1999 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Iron Horse
12.5,Sparkling,France,"This tête de cuvée offers everything a Champagne lover seeks: rich, yeasty bread notes on the bouquet; ripe pear, citrus and vanilla flavors; a luxurious mouthfeel; dainty bubbles—the works. While it's mature, it also seems to have lots of life still in it, meaning it could get better. But why wait? It's in such a state of grace now.",Noble Cuvée Brut,120,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson 1989 Noble Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-1989-noble-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1989,Lanson
13.9,Red,US,"Huge, extracted, a giant wine. There's an explosion of fruit, great weight and depth of flavor, with masses of berries and tree fruits, tomatoes, and herbs. Despite the size, it maintains a subtle harmony and finesse. Defines its terroir, and will soften and mellow with time.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,45,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Fess Parker
,White,US,"Man, this sure is good wine, featuring plenty of ripe, forward fruit suggesting spicy green apples, succulent peaches and even tropical fruits, with plush notes of toasty oak and vanilla. In the mouth, it's absolutely delicious, limpid and refined. A rich, cream texture carries waves of fruit and spice flavors that seem tot change with every second. Thankfully, it's quite dry. This lovely wine doesn't need a dollop of leftover sugar to flatter the palate.",,24,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1999 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Talley
14.6,White,US,"Size matters in this massively structured, hugely fruity wine, with oak to match.  The fruits are tropical, with the deeply spicy, intense flavors of mango, guava, and pineapple.  Lees complexes but doesn't overwhelm, while the well-charred oak frames it all in toast, vanilla and sweet tannins.  It demands big, fancy foods.",CE2V,28,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 2000 CE2V Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-ce2v-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,M. Cosentino
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Rich ripe bread dough, toast and almond biscuit aromas lead the way. The enticing bouquet is followed by a complex, beautifully balanced baked apple, plum, lemon and orange peel and vanilla palate. This finely tuned wine is bright, yet also warm and smooth with a supple, honey-floral robe. Finishes with tangy spice notes and excellent length.",Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut,125,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 1993 Fleur de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-1993-fleur-champagne-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Perrier Jouët
,Sparkling,US,"A great sparkling wine, one of the best from California, it has the classic structure, harmony and finesse of all but the best Champagnes. Light as a feather, this brut has delicate flavors and is very dry. Its youthful vigor suggests aging until 2003.",L'Ermitage,42,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate 1996 L'Ermitage  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-1996-lermitage-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Roederer Estate
,White,Germany,"I dig the vineyard, highlighted in big capital letters on the label, which puts the focus on the terroir. The intense spice in this wine literally seems to explode from the glass, accenting the tart fruit. Intense, concentrated and strongly chalky/minerally at its core, this is a thrilling wine of great concentration and power.",Konigsbacher Idig Spätlese Trocken,40,93,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 1999 Konigsbacher Idig Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-1999-konigsbacher-idig-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1999,A. Christmann
,Red,Germany,"This is an astonishing wine, a German Pinot Noir with power, breed, elegance and depth. The fruit is varietal and true, firm and velvety, with layers of bacon, smoke, leather and earth. It is built to age, but already showing great stuff. Thrown into a premier cru Burgundy tasting, this would turn some heads.",Konigsbacher Idig Spätburgunder,50,93,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 1997 Konigsbacher Idig Spätburgunder Pinot Noir (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-1997-konigsbacher-idig-spatburgunder-pinot-noir-pfalz/,Pinot Noir,1997,A. Christmann
,Red,Italy,"A rich, concentrated wine, bulging with ripe, extracted tannins. This is smooth and opulent, with flavors of fruitcake and an underlying spiciness from the wood. A delcious, powerful wine, ready to drink now, but still likely to mature.",Masseto,138,93,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 1996 Masseto  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-1996-masseto-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1996,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
12,Sparkling,France,"Incredibly sophisticated from the bouquet's first full toast, apple, thyme, meal, orange, even meaty notes. The fine steady bead, mouthcoating, creamy feel and deep vanilla, apple and earth flavors comprise a very complete statement about age-worthy Champagne. It's mature, and shows subtleties youthful wines can not, but it's still lively, and displays a wealth of life and spirit through the tangy flavored but smoothly textured finish. Drink now-2012.",Brut,210,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1988 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1988-brut-champagne-13389/,Champagne Blend,1988,Krug
,Red,US,"Dark and ripe, the wine shows typical Bien Nacido aromas of sun-dried tomatoes, sauteed mushrooms, hard spices and deep notes of plum and blackberry. Oak adds smoky, charred, vanilla elements. Achieves the impossible by being both big and light at the same time. The size is in the flavors, which are fruity and enormous. Yet there's a lilt, an airiness that is, in a word, elegant. Tannins are pure silk, and the finish is long and spicy.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,25,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Lane Tanner 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lane Tanner
,Red,US,"This grower-turned-vintner pulls out all the stops.  This is as good as the appellation gets.  Displays classic Cabernet notes of cassis and olives, framed in gorgeously smoked oak.  Dry, luscious tannins, creamy acids.  If there's a criticism, it's a little too obvious.  Think finesse.  Napa has it.  So far, Sonoma Valley, even at this level, doesn't.",Reserve,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kunde
,Sparkling,France,"This shows a beautiful, mature, burnished copper color and a plum, toast, earth and smoke bouquet with that 'funky-in-a-great-way' complex Pinot edge. It's creamy and full on the palate, with a lovely mousse and near perfect acidity, and dried cherry, berry and plum flavors bearing sweet hay and earthy notes. Finishes with incredible length and intensity, dusty rose and kirsch notes. Great juice, delicious now and for a long time.",Dom Perignon Rosé,290,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1990 Dom Perignon Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1990-dom-perignon-rose-champagne-13603/,Champagne Blend,1990,Moët & Chandon
,Red,France,"Very complex, this is a major-league red with a tight but deep nose of black fruits, spice, and tar. The deep yet closed fruit on the palate is accented by pronounced clove, tarragon and anise notes. Beautifully structured, with a velvety texture and fine fruit-to-acid balance. This impressive bottling finishes long, with dark fruit and cocoa notes. It virtually demands aging for three to five years",,42,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Vieux Telegraphe 1998 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-de-vieux-telegraphe-1998-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Red Blend,1998,Domaine de Vieux Telegraphe
,Red,US,"Irresistible aromas of blackberries, dark chocolate, kid leather and smoky oak are pure pleasure. In the mouth, there's great depth of flavor, with juicy plum, pepper and dark berry notes. The sappy, silky-smooth texture is classic Pinot, while a long, rich, spicy finish indicates a long life ahead for this balanced, wonderful wine.",,50,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 1997 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Hanzell
,Sparkling,France,"It's a pale wine, on the rose side of gold, a beautiful visual introduction to a stunning wine. The strawberry flavors are wrapped in a silvery texture, crisply dry, and despite the intensity of fruit, the wine seems weightless on the palate. It's gorgeous now, but, amazingly, just a baby. It's long-term future is assured. Twenty years from now, this will be heavenly.",Grand Siecle Alexandra Rosé,260,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1990 Grand Siecle Alexandra Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1990-grand-siecle-alexandra-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Laurent-Perrier
,White,France,"Refinement and balance are this wine's hallmarks, with white-peach and tropical-fruit aromas and flavors beautifully enmeshed by honeyed hazelnuts and toast. Despite its obvious richness, this wine is rather unevolved. The expansive, nuanced finish shows superb length and definition. This still needs three or four years for the component parts to fully integrate.",,150,94,Burgundy,Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 1998  Criots-Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1998-white-criots-batard-montrachet/,White Blend,1998,Olivier Leflaive
,Red,US,"Captures the essence of South Coast Pinot in its fantastic concentration and depth. Berry, smoke, tomato, chocolate and spice mingle together in a silky package that defines harmony, elegance, power and finesse. Only 300 cases made.",Marcella's Vineyard,45,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1999 Marcella's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1999-marcellas-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Fess Parker
,Red,US,"This hedonistic wine is profoundly satisfying to sniff, with its refined, sappy black raspberry, spice, and smoke aromas. It drinks like a dream. Raspberry nectar, limpid and mellow, with piquant spices and good acidity give it balance, while melted tannins provide velvety grip.",Cuvée Niclaire Reserve,60,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 1998 Cuvée Niclaire Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1998-cuvee-niclaire-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1998,Testarossa
,Sparkling,France,"You will fall in love with the delicacy and finesse of this 50-50 blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It combines the 1985, 1988, and 1990 vintages to produce a complex, layered wine that's bone dry, yet brims with expressive berry, dough, and spice flavors. Dry and intense, it is an almost supernaturally perfect brut.",Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut,140,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-grand-siecle-la-cuvee-brut-champagne-13690/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,White,France,"Valmur sits in the middle of the grand cru region, forming a valley bordering Vaudesir and joining Les Clos (Fèvre owns sites on both sides of the border). This is a stylish, intense wine with a slightly smoky quality to the powerful fruit. It sets up beautifully in the midpalate—firm and expansive. Layers of stone, mineral and crisp fruit are highlighted by a tangy saltiness that really sings with oysters.",Valmur,56,94,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 1998 Valmur  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-1998-valmur-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1998,William Fèvre
,White,Germany,"This spectacular boutique estate swings for the fences with this unctuous, botrytised, intensely concentrated auslese. Exceptionally clean, with brilliantly vivid tropical fruit, it's perfectly balanced—powerful yet still elegant. Young and rich, it shows layers of concentrated, ripe fruit that lead to a tightly focused finish. Grab it up while you can.",Ruppertsberger Reiterpfad Auslese,50,94,Pfalz,,,A. Christmann 1999 Ruppertsberger Reiterpfad Auslese Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/a-christmann-1999-ruppertsberger-reiterpfad-auslese-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1999,A. Christmann
,Red,US,"With the extra heavy bottle and the wax seal, this is an ABC signature wine, and worthy of it. It's reminiscent of a fine Vosne-Romanée in its extreme youth. Light in color and even in body, its nevertheless got the stuffing of legend. Black cherries come to mind; plum, tobacco, chocolate and spice, too. At the core, there's solid extract. The finish is long and spicy. This wonderfully expressive wine is for the cellar.",Knox Alexander,45,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 1998 Knox Alexander Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1998-knox-alexander-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Au Bon Climat
12,Sparkling,France,"Profound, finely nuanced single vineyard Champagne that weaves disparate elements into a stunning, seamless whole. A full range of caramel, floral, citrus, forest floor, mustard greens and dried cherry aromas and flavors work in great harmony. The mouthfeel displays a positive, brilliant tension: it's full-yet light, bright and zingy-but even, smooth, yet to some tasters, almost gravelly-textured. Lengthy, lime-tinged, the tight, almost austere finish bodes a great, long life ahead for this still-youthful 1988.",Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut,370,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1988 Clos du Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1988-clos-mesnil-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1988,Krug
,Red,France,"Almost black in color. Hugely rich, ripe bouquet with dark fruits. A hint of tobacco, plus structured tannins and acidity give the wine shape. The richness and depth of fruit are here, but so also is the ability to age. Give this 10 years before matruity.",Pomerol,135,95,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château La Conseillante 1998 Pomerol  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-conseillante-1998-pomerol-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Château La Conseillante
,Sparkling,France,"This is an explosion of chocolate and cherries, lifted gloriously on an ocean of tiny bubbles. Copper colored and Pinot-scented, its rich fruit tastes like ripe cherries rolled in milk chocolate, decadent and elegant at the same time. Exceptional length and depth of flavor.",Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé,206,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1993 Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1993-comtes-champagne-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Taittinger
,Red,France,"A big, rich wine with huge amounts of fruit oozing out of the glass. Great concentration and intensity, with licorice flavors from the Mourvèdre, finishing with chewy tannins. A great year for this wine, which should age well for 15 to 20 years.",,62,96,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Beaucastel 1998 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-1998-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château de Beaucastel
,Red,US,"Fabulous.  Dominated now by oak, from the smoky charry aroma to the sappy, sweet flavor.  If you chew on it, you find absolutely brilliant blackberry fruit, ripe and pure.  Breathtaking structure, with near perfect creamy tannins and soft but supportive acidity.  Gorgeous now in it's flamboyant, fleshy youth, or worth aging-have it your way.",Hillside Select,150,96,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 1997 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1997-hillside-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Shafer
,Red,France,"A wine made with a high quantity of Mourvèdre (60%), and produced only in the best years, in memory of François and Jean-Pierre's father. Superripe, with huge fruit, its' jammy, gamy and rich. Dusty tannins and excellent black-fruit flavors. The final effect is a wine that epitomizes the potential elegance and the power of Chateauneuf-du-Pape in one glass. A great wine with a distinguished future—at least 20 years.",Cuvée Hommage à Jacques Perrin,240,98,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Château de Beaucastel 1998 Cuvée Hommage à Jacques Perrin Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-beaucastel-1998-cuvee-hommage-a-jacques-perrin-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Red Blend,1998,Château de Beaucastel
,Red,France,"Simple and thin, and very tannic, an extremely dry wine that offers little relief beyond acids and alcohol. In fact, itÕs downright disagreebable in the mouth. ItÕs like water with a drop or two of wine flavor.",,16,80,Loire Valley,Chinon,,Marc Bredif 2000  Chinon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-bredif-2000-cabernet-franc-chinon/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Marc Bredif
13,Red,South Africa,,Cathedral Cellar,15,81,Western Cape,,,KWV 1999 Cathedral Cellar Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-1999-cathedral-cellar-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,1999,KWV
13,Red,Australia,"The nose offers cola and sweet red raspberry aromas. In the mouth, the fruit is red but quite sour—think cranberry and rhubarb rather than raspberry. Finish tastes and feels like artificial sweetener.",Four Sisters,15,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Trevor Mast 2000 Four Sisters Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trevor-mast-2000-four-sisters-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Trevor Mast
11.5,Rose,Australia,"Has sweet but generic red fruit flavors, plus some leafiness. Pretty sour and acidic in the mouth; finishes with freshly cut wood.",,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Thirsty Lizard 2002 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thirsty-lizard-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2002,Thirsty Lizard
,Red,Australia,"If the supermarket's out of wine coolers, Wallaby Creek should be your next choice. It tastes like raspberry cheesecake, with very sweet berry fruit and a definite lactic-cream presence. Ditto for the aromas.",,6,81,Australia Other,Big Rivers,,Wallaby Creek 2001 Merlot (Big Rivers),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallaby-creek-2001-merlot-big-rivers/,Merlot,2001,Wallaby Creek
13.5,White,Australia,Neither supple nor complicated; its tropical yellow fruit and light-to-medium weight made it a candidate for a summer picnic or other such casual circumstance. But it has a faux-sugar note on the finish (think Nutrasweet) that made me like it less than I wanted to.,Bin 77,8,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2002 Bin 77 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2002-bin-77-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2002,Lindemans
13,White,Australia,"Tastes what you'd expect “yellow” to taste like, if colors had flavors. Medium-full in the mouth, with drying oak that turns into an herbal or fruit-pit note on the back end. Lots of wood and black pepper on the nose, too. - D.M.",,11,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate 2001 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcwilliams-hanwood-estate-2001-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2001,McWilliam's Hanwood Estate
,White,France,"A thick, gluey wine with the most curious texture, very soft and flaccid. Low in acidity, with Chardonnay flavors of apples. Not much to recommend this clumsy wine.",Les Charmes,9,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Cave de Lugny 2001 Les Charmes  (Mâcon-Lugny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-lugny-2001-charmes-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,2001,Cave de Lugny
13.5,Red,Australia,"Seems a little unbalanced, but there's so much wood here it's hard to discern what the discordance is, exactly. The palate and finish are all about toffee, with tart red cherry fruit underneath—the butterscotch on the nose should have tipped me off. - D.M.",Sarnia Farm,9,82,South Australia,Padthaway,,Angove's 1999 Sarnia Farm Cabernet Sauvignon (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-1999-sarnia-farm-cabernet-sauvignon-padthaway/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Angove's
,Red,Australia,"Nose shows ripe plum fruit, plus a brown-gravy meatiness. Red and black fruit on the palate is confected. A straightforward, no-surprises wine.",Stamp of Australia,6,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2001 Stamp of Australia Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2001-stamp-australia-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Hardys
,Red,Australia,"At nearly six years, this wine is still virtually undrinkable. It's tannic as heck, and the acidity scours the mouth. The palate searches for fruit, in vain. It's all about alcohol and heat. Forget about aging this untrained puppy.",Reserve,30,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Geoff Merrill 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Geoff Merrill
13.5,Red,Australia,"Simple, and manages to be both tangy and sweet. Cherry and blackberry fruit characterizes the palate, though it tastes (and smells) a little over the hill already. Finishes with tangy oak. - D.M.",Y Series,10,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2001 Y Series Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2001-series-merlot-south/,Merlot,2001,Yalumba
,White,Chile,"From a Central Valley AVA approved in 2001. Very fruity with peaches and pears, but also a curiously baked taste, like pie crust. There's also a dollop of residual sugar that's uncomfortable.",River Junction,10,82,Central Valley,,,McManis 2002 River Junction Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2002-river-junction-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2002,McManis
14.2,Red,Australia,"Disappointing, considering the wine's pedigree. Sweet black fruit on the nose follows through to the palate, where it's still sweet, but mighty dilute. Finishes with some oak. What happened?",Henry's Seven,25,82,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Henschke 2001 Henry's Seven Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2001-henrys-seven-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Henschke
,Red,France,"Not a success story. The color is dark and rich, but it smells vegetal, and there's no relief in the mouth. Tannins and alcohol swamp the palate. What little berry fruit there is is barely noticeable. —S.H.",,7,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vignobles de France 2001 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-france-2001-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2001,Vignobles de France
13,White,Australia,"Nose offers tropical fruit and caramel aromas, but that's not quite what you get in the mouth. Doesn't pack too much fruit flavor into the glass—there are only hints of white peach, plus some oak, on the palate.  - D.M.",,7,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wallaby Creek 2000 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wallaby-creek-2000-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Wallaby Creek
,White,Australia,,Scrubby Rise,13,82,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 2000 Scrubby Rise White (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2000-scrubby-rise-white-mclaren-vale/,White Blend,2000,Wirra Wirra
,Red,France,"Starts off with an unfortunate aroma of uncleanness, suggesting yesterday's gym sox. The flavor is better, with red and black stone fruits and berries, and the wine is very dry, with good, rich tannins.",,27,82,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de Beaurenard 2000 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-beaurenard-2000-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Domaine de Beaurenard
12.5,Red,Australia,"A surprisingly disappointing showing for this value brand that usually performs better. Though the nose overdelivers with eucalyptus, black pepper, earth and meat aromas, the palate's sour black fruit and heavy oak is dark yet hollow in the mouth. A sour, acidic bite on the back doesn't help.",,12,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 2001 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-2001-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Black Opal
14,White,Australia,"Fruit is sweet and little stewy, but tangy oak plays first fiddle, anyway. The nose is quite nice, with a nice biscuit-pastry note, plus some candied cherries.",,19,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Schild Estate 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schild-estate-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Schild Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"Molasses or burnt sugar is a big player on the nose. Blackberry fruit takes a turn for the tangy in the mouth, with the help of some oak. Falls off on the finish.",Promised Land,13,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Wakefield 2001 Promised Land Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wakefield-estate-2001-promised-land-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Wakefield
13.5,Red,Chile,,Estate - TANK SAMPLE,8,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Agustinos 2000 Estate - TANK SAMPLE Cabernet Sauvignon (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2000-estate-tank-sample-cabernet-sauvignon-cachapoal-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Agustinos
14,Red,Australia,"A strange wine; it tastes older than it is, with lots of oak, and over-the-hill red fruit. Mouthfeel is dry—like dry earth. Finishes with dry plum-skin, or plum-pit, notes. - D.M.",,22,83,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Katnook Estate 1999 Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/katnook-estate-1999-merlot-coonawarra/,Merlot,1999,Katnook Estate
,Red,Australia,"Smells like a fireplace, in the best sense of the word—it has nice pine cone, smoke and oak aromas. But it's simple in mouth, with black and red fruit and a heavy dose of lactic-creaminess. Finishes with dried herbs.",Stamp of Australia,6,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2001 Stamp of Australia Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2001-stamp-australia-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2001,Hardys
13.8,Red,Australia,"A light, simple wine with red fruit and a body that's not unlike Beaujolais. Raspberry, plum and oak flavor it; oak is what hangs around on the finish. Sweet vanilla-butterscotch aromas on the nose.",,28,83,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Bird in Hand 2001 Merlot (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bird-in-hand-2001-merlot-adelaide-hills/,Merlot,2001,Bird in Hand
,Red,France,"Not as rich as B&G's Cabernet, which was co-released at the same time. This wine is dark, with earthy aromas, and turns tough and tannic in the mouth, with watered down flavors.",French Tom Private Collection,14,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2000 French Tom Private Collection Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-french-tom-private-collection-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2000,Barton & Guestier
,Red,Chile,,TANK SAMPLE,7,83,Cachapoal Valley,,,Agustinos 2001 TANK SAMPLE Merlot (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/agustinos-2001-tank-sample-merlot-cachapoal-valley/,Merlot,2001,Agustinos
,Red,Chile,"A simple wine for its herbal flavors that just barely suggest slightly unripe blackberries. It is very dry, and while the acids are soft, it rubs the palate with hard-edged tannins. The finish is tart.",Terra Rosa,10,83,Central Valley,,,Laurel Glen 2001 Terra Rosa Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-2001-terra-rosa-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Laurel Glen
13,Red,Australia,"This simple Merlot has cherry and plum flavors, and oak that shows up on the finish. Black pepper and sweet red fruit show on the nose. Straightforward and easy.",Four Sisters,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Trevor Mast 2001 Four Sisters Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trevor-mast-2001-four-sisters-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2001,Trevor Mast
13.5,Red,Australia,"Its red cherry and plum fruit is unyielding, and perhaps a little on the sour side; there's plenty of oak and dusty earth notes, too, from beginning to end. A light acidic bite keeps it from going down as easily as it could. - D.M.",Old WInery,15,83,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Tyrrell's 2001 Old WInery Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2001-old-winery-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-new-south-wales/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2001,Tyrrell's
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though there's oak, cherry and herb flavors on the palate, the texture is a different story—meaning, until the finish, there isn't much texture at all. Finishes with killer oak and tealike tannins.",Mail Box,30,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hartz Barn Wines 2001 Mail Box Merlot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartz-barn-wines-2001-mail-box-merlot-barossa-valley/,Merlot,2001,Hartz Barn Wines
13,Red,Australia,"Green-bean notes on the nose blow off with aeration to reveal barbecuey, tomatoey aromas. Plum fruit on the palate is more plum skin than flesh, and sadly not as expressive as I'd like. Has a nice, medium body and chalky tannins, though.",Portarlington Ridge,14,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bellarine Estate 2000 Portarlington Ridge Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellarine-estate-2000-portarlington-ridge-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,Bellarine Estate
13,White,France,"Tastes like a simple varietal wine, with proper apple and peach flavors and decent acidity. Gets the job done, but don't look for layers of complexity in this one-dimensional regional wine.",Tradition 2000,18,83,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Tradition 2000  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-tradition-2000-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,2000,Barton & Guestier
13,Red,Australia,"Lots of vanilla and cream on the nose; it's a little sloppy on the palate, with sweet grape and blackberry fruit and mouthcoating caramel. Fine for casual circumstances, just don't think too hard about it.",,10,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 2002 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-2002-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2002,Bulletin Place
13.5,Red,Australia,"Complexity isn't at issue here—you'll be downing this wine, not thinking about it. There is simple but ripe red and purple fruit on the palate. Finishes with a slightly acidic bite.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Swan 2002 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-swan-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2002,Black Swan
13,White,Australia,"It performed a few points better straight out of the glass, but once it warms up and gets a little air, it just went downhill. Toast is a key player, as is yellow fruit that gets more and more tart. A simple, quaffworthy Chard.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Thirsty Lizard 2002 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thirsty-lizard-2002-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2002,Thirsty Lizard
13.5,Red,Australia,"Red fruit, earth and oak go the way of sweet and creamy in terms of flavor and aroma. Has gritty tannins in the mouth, and plenty of wood on the finish.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 2001 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2001-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Jacob's Creek
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells nice, like a fireplace in winter—smoldering, smoky, with maybe some pinecones thrown in. The palate, though, has sour black and red fruit, wtih a lactic or creamy note that's a little offputting. An unbeatable price, but the Stamp Shiraz isn't quite as good as the Chardonnay.",Stamp of Australia,6,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2002 Stamp of Australia Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2002-stamp-australia-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2002,Hardys
13.5,Red,Australia,"Easy to drink, and a sweet tooth's dream: maple syrup on the nose, with sweet raspberries and blackberries on the palate. Finishes with an interesting carob-mocha combination.",,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Blue Tongue 2002 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-tongue-2002-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2002,Blue Tongue
,Red,Spain,"Soft in acids and tannins and limpid in the mouth, but could use a bit more fruity flavor on top of the tobacco and sage notes. Would be nice with a big paella.",Tinto Crianza,15,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Vallobera 1999 Tinto Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vallobera-1999-tinto-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Vallobera
,White,France,"Sometimes it's nice to sip a Chard that's not bursting with overripe fruit and dripping with oak. This simple little country style wine has flavors of minerals and peaches, and turns firm and crisp on the finish.",French Tom Private Collection,13,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2000 French Tom Private Collection Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-french-tom-private-collection-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,Barton & Guestier
,White,South Africa,"Solidly middle of the road, New World Chard, a little sweet, a little oaky, and very ripe. Peaches, apples, pears all mingle together in the flavors. Simple and a little thin, but an easy sipper.",,8,84,Western Cape,,,Baobab 2002 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baobab-2002-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2002,Baobab
12.5,Red,Australia,"This red blend is on a on a one-track express train to the finish; it shows the same nice flavors plum fruit, eucalyptus and earth flavors from beginning to end. Simple overall, and smooth on the palate.",,14,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Grandis 2000 Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandis-2000-merlot-south/,Merlot,2000,Grandis
13,Red,New Zealand,"Light in color, almost translucent, with simple aromas of earth,sweet tobacco and cherries. Drinks tart roughly earthy, with silky tannins. Has some Pinot character but it's a very simple, direct wine.",,13,84,Marlborough,,,Twin Islands 2001 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-islands-2001-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2001,Twin Islands
,Red,Australia,"What, you expected Grange Hermitage? Raw and juicy, with earthy, berry flavors, and dry to the point of austerity. Doesn't offer much in the way of anything, except it's clean, acidic, and will wash down anything you care to put in your mouth.",Y Series,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Yalumba 2000 Y Series Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Yalumba
,Red,New Zealand,"So young, it's like a barrel sample, with immature primary fruit accompanied by sharp acids that slice across the palate with a steely edge. The flavors suggest jammy blackberries. Badly in need of a year or so of bottle age.",,18,84,East Coast,,,Kim Crawford 2002 Merlot (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2002-merlot-east-coast/,Merlot,2002,Kim Crawford
,Red,France,"Rough and ready, an earthy wine with some pleasant flavors of dark berries and sweet tobacco. There's something nice about the mouthfeel, which is good and rich and long-lasting.",,,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Vignobles de France 2001  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-france-2001-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,2001,Vignobles de France
,Red,Australia,"From this suburban community east of San Francisco, a wine that's long on oak and tannins but thin on flavors. There's little to taste except for some watered-down blackberry jam. The tart finish leaves the mouth feeling dry and rasping.",,24,84,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Ca'Na 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cana-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Ca'Na
,Red,France,"Simple and direct, a bubble-gummy wine with Lifesaver fruity flavors and a great big burst of fresh acidity. Dry, with soft, easy tannins and a direct appeal, which is what Beaujolais is all about.",Saint-Louis Beaujolais Tradition,13,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Saint-Louis Beaujolais Tradition  (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-saint-louis-beaujolais-tradition-red-beaujolais/,Red Blend,2000,Barton & Guestier
,Red,France,"This Rhone blend is filled with ripe, sweet juicy flavors of raspberries, cherries and tobacco, and is very delicious. It's also very soft in acids and tannins, an easy wine that goes down like silk and velvet. Pretty direct and simple, but pleasant.",,,84,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Greysac 1998  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-greysac-1998-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Château Greysac
,Red,Chile,"Strong tannins, the kind that numb the palate, make for  a bumpy ride. The flavors are young and tight, of barely ripe blackberries  and sweet tobacco. Might soften and improve with a few years in the bottle.",Nueva Aldea Vineyard Gran Reserva,17,84,Itata Valley,,,Gran Dominio 1999 Nueva Aldea Vineyard Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Itata Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-dominio-1999-nueva-aldea-vineyard-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-itata-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Gran Dominio
12.5,Red,France,"A Beaujolais-style wine that smells young and fresh. The grapes are Rhone varietals, and they have that right-out-of-the-fermenter flavor, rich and juicy and rude. This simple country wine is very dry.",GD,5,84,Southwest France,Vin de Pays du Torgan,,Georges Duboeuf NV GD Red (Vin de Pays du Torgan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-nv-gd-red-vin-pays-torgan/,Red Blend,,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,Chile,"Good solid drinking at a fair price. Northing fancy, but there's nice dark stone fruit and berry flavors, and the wine is dry and polished, with dusty tannins.",,10,84,Curicó Valley,,,Errazuriz 2001 Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2001-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,2001,Errazuriz
14.4,Red,Argentina,"A rustic wine, although it's well made and clean. Very full-bodied, very dry, and tannic. The flavors are vaguely like Merlot. Not a bad price for a decent, everyday red you can serve with roasts, pizza, burgers and similar fare.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 2001 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-2001-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2001,Tapiz
,Dessert,Italy,"A dark golden, glyceriney wine with burnt, charry aromas of orange honey, apricot jam and vanilla, and similar flavors. Its fairly sweet, not too much, with a nice burst of acidity. Could use more concentration and focus, because it turns watery in the middle palate, and finishes sugary.",Regina,24,84,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Monastero di Coriano 1994 Regina White (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monastero-coriano-1994-regina-white-tuscany/,White Blend,1994,Monastero di Coriano
13.5,White,Australia,"The nose carries cologny, sugary aromas. It starts off lively in the mouth, and feels weightier as it goes; has light flavors of yellow stone fruit, punctuated by flavors of the stone alone.",,10,84,Victoria,King Valley,,Cookoothama 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cookoothama-2002-sauvignon-blanc-king-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Cookoothama
,Rose,France,"Very pale in color, sort of a coppery onion skin, but the expressive aromas are rich with the perfume of strawberries and cream. In the mouth, impeccably clean and dry, with crisp acids that leave the palate refreshed. A bit thin in strawberry flavor, though.",Rose de Saignee,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Corbières,,Château La Boutignane 2002 Rose de Saignee Rosé (Corbières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-boutignane-2002-rose-saignee-corbieres/,Rosé,2002,Château La Boutignane
,Red,France,"Easy does it with this pleasantly sippable Cab, which has lots to like. It's smooth and velvety in the mouth, and the soft texture carries nice flavors of blackberries that have been pureed into a creamy pulp. Finishes dry and a little tannic.",French Tom Private Collection,14,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 2000 French Tom Private Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-french-tom-private-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"Lots of juicy flavors here. Packed with jammy plum, blackberry and cherry tastes that ooze over the tongue, and it's nicely dry, with no hint of sugar. But those meddlesome tannins are jagged, making for a rough ride.",Genesis,17,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Genesis Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-genesis-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Hogue
13,Red,Australia,"A blend of Barbera, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese and Dolcetto-not something that comes out of Australia every day. Tastes distinctly red, with eucalyptus accents-a profile that registers as medicinal to some. It's well made, with bouncy sweet plum aromas on the nose, until the cherries and herbs take over again. Nice and unusual, if you like the component flavors.",Vinello,20,85,Victoria,King Valley,,Warren Mang Vineyards 2002 Vinello Red (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warren-mang-2002-vinello-red-king-valley/,Red Blend,2002,Warren Mang Vineyards
,White,Chile,"An interesting and different sort of Chard marked by aromas and  flavors of green apples, guava, nectarine, butter, cream and an elusive  mineral quality. It's a bit prickly and sandpapery on the finish.",Nueva Aldea Vineyard,14,85,Itata Valley,,,Gran Dominio 1999 Nueva Aldea Vineyard Chardonnay (Itata Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-dominio-1999-nueva-aldea-vineyard-chardonnay-itata-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Gran Dominio
,White,US,"Oak, anyone? Wood sap, vanilla, smoky char, and all those indescribable oaky aromas and flavors dominate, to the wine's detriment. Somewhere in here is a nicely ripe wine with peach and pear flavors and crisp acids. Message to the winemaker: Lighten up.",Reserve,22,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2001 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2001-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,2001,Hogue
,White,France,"Austere, sleek and angular, showing some flinty, green edges around the core of lemon and lime flavors. Very high in acids, this tough wine finishes with a clean scour.",,,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Faiveley 1998  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1998-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1998,Faiveley
13.5,White,South Africa,"Rather lean and tart, a crisp wine that feels tight in the mouth right now. May open up with a year or so of age to reveal underlying flavors of peaches and apples. Finishes with a bitter bite of lees.",Baroness Nadine,26,85,Coastal Region,,,Rupert & Rothschild 2000 Baroness Nadine Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rupert-rothschild-2000-baroness-nadine-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,2000,Rupert & Rothschild
,Red,France,"Simple and bone dry, with earthy, berry fruit flavors and some peppery tannins that kick in in the finish. Easy drinking stuff, and will be very nice with a rich fish stew.",Cuvee L,13,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Laurent Combier 2000 Cuvee L Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-combier-2000-cuvee-l-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Laurent Combier
,White,US,"Drinks a bit thin and watery, although there are pleasant flavors of white peaches, apricot, and citrus. At this price, you don't expect super concentration. Meanwhile, there's a refreshing tartness, and the wine, while basically dry, has a honeyed edge.",,9,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2002 Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2002-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,2002,Hogue
,White,France,"Completely different from neighboring Les Folatieres, this is a wine that is going over the hill. It has aromas of freshly baked peach bread, but in the mouth a maderized flavor like Sherry.",Les Pucelles Premier Cru,,85,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Laflaive 1998 Les Pucelles Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laflaive-1998-pucelles-premier-cru-white-puligny-montrachet/,White Blend,1998,Domaine Laflaive
,Red,Italy,"Simple and earthy, with aromas of sweet pipe tobacco and black cherries, and similar flavors. There's some sharp acidity in this very dry wine, so drink it with rich foods with plenty of butter, olive oil and animal fat.",,12,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 2000  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-2000-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,2000,Castello di Gabbiano
,Red,Chile,"Opens with aromas suggesting cured French olives, white  chocolate, and cherry, with a tropical fruit note of banana. Flavors of black  cherry aren't bad, and the wine has a nice, gentle but firm mouthfeel.",San Cayetano Vineyards Gran Reserva,19,85,Maule Valley,,,Gran Dominio 1999 San Cayetano Vineyards Gran Reserva Cabernet Franc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-dominio-1999-san-cayetano-reserva-cabernet-franc-maule-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Gran Dominio
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Yikes. If you like cat pee, this wine's for you! Some call it gooseberry. Either way, it's at the extreme end of that limey, flinty flavor. It's also dry as the grave, with plenty of cool, crisp acids that make your mouth water.",,12,85,Marlborough,,,Twin Islands 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twin-islands-2002-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Twin Islands
,Red,Australia,"High hopes for complexity and intensity here. Syrah contributes basic red notes of blackberries and tannins, while Viognier adds upfront, pushy white fruit and flower notes. The result is awkward. Is it red or white? It's dry, but a puzzle. Frankly, the Viognier detracts. This wine would be better as a Shiraz.",Shiraz-Viognier,30,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1999 Shiraz-Viognier Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1999-shiraz-viognier-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Yalumba
,White,France,"Just off-dry, this wine has the bright acidity to balance the sugars and let the green apple and herb flavors shine through. It's a nice sipper, not very chewy or complex, but ideal for a summer evening.",,15,85,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Marc Bredif 2000  Vouvray,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-bredif-2000-white-vouvray/,White Blend,2000,Marc Bredif
13,Red,Spain,"Soft and flavorful, an easy drinking wine with cherry, tobacco and herb flavors. Acids are quite soft and so are the tannins. It's a very dry wine with little oak influence.",Reserva,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marques de Arienzo 1997 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-arienzo-1997-reserva-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1997,Marques de Arienzo
,White,Chile,"A nice, savory little white wine, crisp and firm in texture, and very dry, with the flavors of tart green apples and lemons. It's ideal for picnics, fast food, or family gatherings. Another great value, courtesy of California's excess of grape supply.",River Junction,10,86,Central Valley,,,McManis 2002 River Junction Pinot Grigio (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcmanis-2002-river-junction-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2002,McManis
13.5,White,Chile,"Made in a wildly popular style that emphasizes lush, ripe tropical fruit flavors and elaborate oak, with smoky, vanilla nuances. Feels lush and creamy in the mouth. Turns a bit earthy in the finish, but a very good wine for this price.",,8,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Calina 2001 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2001-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Calina
13,Red,Chile,"Dark and firm, a hard wine marked by aromas and flavors of nettles, earth and tobacco. There's some fruit in there but it's buried under the enormous tannins. Yet the texture is polished and smooth, and the wine will work well against roasted beef or pork.",Escudo Rojo,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2001 Escudo Rojo Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2001-escudo-rojo-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,2001,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,White,France,"A nice mouthful of wine, very spicy, with white pepper, lemon zest, and clove aromas. Rather bland in flavor, however, and mainly displays a strong taste of lemons and limes. Finishes with sleek, steely acidity.",Clos Rebberg Aux Vignes,,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2001 Clos Rebberg Aux Vignes Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2001-clos-rebberg-aux-vignes-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,2001,Marc Kreydenweiss
,Red,Australia,"If you like your red wines jammy and young, with forceful acids, youÕll like this one from Oz. Shiraz stars with peppery notes, but the blend works well and the wine is clean and fresh and dry, at a value price.",,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Arunda 2001 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arunda-2001-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Arunda
,White,Australia,"A little alcoholic on the nose, but there's bright tropical fruit and stone fruit flavors on the palate. Good, textbook Chard that finishes with decent length.",,,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Annie's Lane 2003 Chardonnay (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/annies-lane-2003-chardonnay-clare-valley/,Chardonnay,2003,Annie's Lane
,White,France,"A very nice, clean Chardonnay, and wait until the citrus, butter and mineral flavors explode on your palate. They're intense, supported by high acidity in this bone dry, food friendly wine. Oak plays little or no part.",Domaine des Deux Roches,19,86,Burgundy,St.-Véran,,Collovray et Terrier 2001 Domaine des Deux Roches  (St.-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collovray-terrier-2001-domaine-deux-roches-chardonnay-st-veran/,Chardonnay,2001,Collovray et Terrier
,Red,Italy,"A wine of high aspirations. Quite extracted and ripe, stuffed with blackberry and herb flavors and richly oaked. Dry and supple and clean. It's also pretty tannic and acidic. You'll want lasagna or lamb for all that sharpness to cut through. The finish is tart and bitter. Try aging it.",,35,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Arceno 1999 Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1999-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,1999,Villa Arceno
,Red,Spain,"Lots to like in this dry, earthy wine, with its flavors of black cherries, tobacco and sage. The tannins are practically non-existent, but it's crisp and tart enough to stand up to chorizo and similar fare.",Gran Reserva,11,86,Northern Spain,Cariñena,,Abrazo 1996 Gran Reserva Red (Cariñena),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abrazo-1996-gran-reserva-red-carinena/,Red Blend,1996,Abrazo
,White,France,"A sweetly limpid wine, a bit simple but with charm. Ripe peach and lemon flavors are framed in zesty acids, ending with a rich, honeyed flourish.",Georges Faiveley,,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Faiveley 2001 Georges Faiveley  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2001-georges-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2001,Faiveley
13,Red,Italy,"Uva di Troia is the name of the grape, and it was grown in Puglia, in Italy's heel. It's an old grape that dependably produces a ripe, rustic wine, dry and smooth, and rich in tannins and fruit. Randall Grahm attempts to bring finesse, with some success.",La Violetta,15,86,Southern Italy,Castel del Monte,,Il Circo 2000 La Violetta Uva di Troia (Castel del Monte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-circo-2000-violetta-italian-red-uva-troia-castel-monte/,Uva di Troia,2000,Il Circo
,Red,France,"Yummy. Just what you look for in a fresh, young Beaujolais. Filled with vibrant and pentrating grapey aromas and flavors of Lifesaver fruits, especially strawberries, in a light, silky package. This is a simple wine meant to be drunk with gusto. Enjoy.",,12,86,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Château de la Chaize 2001  Brouilly,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chaize-2001-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,2001,Château de la Chaize
,White,France,"The old vintage is explained by the fact that the U.S. importer is waiting to sell out the ‘97. Picking up old gold color, and a complex aroma suggesting baked pie crust, macaroon, creme brulee, peach and roasted hazelnut. Flavors are picking up aged wine notes of dried autumn leaves and herbs. Finshes dry and a little bitter. Roussanne is 65 percent of the blend and the rest if Marsanne.",Marquise de la Tourelle Blanc,58,86,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 1997 Marquise de la Tourelle Blanc White (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1997-marquise-tourelle-blanc-white-hermitage/,White Blend,1997,Delas Frères
14,Red,France,"This Rhone blend is filled with ripe, sweet juicy flavors of raspberries, cherries and tobacco, and is very delicious. It's also very soft in acids and tannins, an easy wine that goes down like silk and velvet. Pretty direct and simple, but pleasant.",Tradition,,86,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Tradition Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-tradition-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Barton & Guestier
13.2,White,France,"A simple, pretty little Chardonnay, brimming with sweet apple and peach flavors. Drinks dry and crisp, with a pleasant mouthfeel and a good finish. Not complex, but a good dry wine for the price.",Chardonnay Saint-Louis Tradition 2000,13,86,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 2000 Chardonnay Saint-Louis Tradition 2000  (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-2000-chardonnay-saint-louis-tradition-2000-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2000,Barton & Guestier
13,Red,Italy,"Here's a big, thick wine, international in style with its ripe, extracted flavors of cherries, plums and other stone fruits. Tannins are pronounced and gritty, and there's plenty of powerful, spicy oak. Doesn't seem especially varietal.",Il Boschetto,35,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Arceno 2000 Il Boschetto Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-2000-il-boschetto-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,2000,Villa Arceno
,Red,Italy,"Very dry, rather bitter, sharp in acids and tannins, and with austere flavors of tobacco and herbs with just a trace of black cherry. Mainly Sangiovese, and 15 percent of Merlot barely begins to soften it. Very clean and scouring on the palate, this is a food wine if ever there was one. Try with the richest meats and cheeses you can find.",Riserva,25,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Arceno 1999 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1999-riserva-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,1999,Villa Arceno
12.5,White,New Zealand,"There's no oak to buffer your palate from the strong lime and gooseberry aromas and flavors. If this is your style, this is a great wine. The acidity is enormous and explosive, almost prickly, and the wine is so dry it makes your palate pucker.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2002-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Nautilus
,Red,Chile,"Very good, a Cab with big, rich tannins and enough stuffing to age for a couple years. The blackberry and currant flavors are ripe and pure, making this wine a terrific value. Easily as good as many wines at a much higher price.",,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Apaltagua 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apaltagua-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Apaltagua
,White,France,"A delightful wine that makes you think of springtime, green apples, and baklava! I mean the nutty, cinnamon and honey flavors. Vibrant acidity sets it off, and it's just the tiniest bit sweet.",,14,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2000 Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2000-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Domaines Schlumberger
,White,France,"Rather lean and sharp, a young Chardonnay marked by high acidity and even some tannins. Below all that is lemon and grapefruit, slightly softened with honey. Seems thin for the vintage, although it could pick up additional charm with age.",,,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Faiveley 2001  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2001-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,2001,Faiveley
,White,France,"Quite ripe, unctuous and oaky, a California-style Chard with pronounced white peach and sweet pear flavors. Fat and oily in texture, approaching decadent, and saved from being flaccid by a bright burst of clean acidity.",,,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Faiveley 2001  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-2001-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,2001,Faiveley
,Red,France,"Dark and youthful, a puppy of a wine with big, bold, jammy flavors of blueberries and violets. It's very dry and a bit raspy with acids and tannins, and rough through the finish. But it possesses a country honesty and a real taste of the soil. Best Buy. —S.H.",,7,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vignobles de France 2001 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-france-2001-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2001,Vignobles de France
,White,Australia,"Clever name, but apt. This would be nice with an omelet, warm biscuits, fresh fruit. It has flavors of peaches, a rich, honeyed texture, and is off-dry. Total acidity is refreshingly crisp. The wine was 80 percent steel fermented and 20 percent barrel fermented.",Sunday Morning,16,87,Victoria,King Valley,,Redbank 2001 Sunday Morning Pinot Gris (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2001-sunday-morning-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-king-valley/,Pinot Gris,2001,Redbank
,White,France,"As the name suggests, there's plenty of spirit in this dry, crisp wine. It has impressively deep flavors of minerals and flint and a long, penetrating note of raspberry liqueur. This is a delightful, complex wine and a very nice value.",Saint-Espirit Blanc,9,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 2000 Saint-Espirit Blanc White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2000-saint-espirit-blanc-white-cotes/,White Blend,2000,Delas Frères
,White,South Africa,"A bright, Northern California-style wine, brimming with ripe, expressive flavors of peaches, tangerines, tropical fruits, and oaky-spicy notes. It's technically dry, but filled with the honeyed richness of oak and fruit, supported by good acids. Calls to mind many a Sonoma County bottling.",,,87,Western Cape,,,David Frost 2000 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-frost-2000-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2000,David Frost
,White,France,"Ripe and fruity, with pronounced flavors of sweet grapefruit and lime zest and a pleasant scour of white pepper in the finish. Dry and tart. The acidity is brisk and refreshing. Best Buy. —S.H.",,7,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vignobles de France 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-france-2001-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Vignobles de France
,White,Australia,"A straightahead, flavorful wine, this 60-40 blend has pleasant grass, hay and white stone fruit flavors, and a viscous mouthfeel. Finishes with more white peach. Unfortunately not exported to U.S.; Stephen Henschke says that it is most prevalent in Australian cafés.",Tilly's Vineyard,,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Henschke 2003 Tilly's Vineyard White (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2003-tillys-vineyard-white-eden-valley/,White Blend,2003,Henschke
,White,South Africa,"Comes down firmly on Sauvignon's aggressively grassy, herbal side. Smells like three-day old mown hay, at the point it's going from green to dry. In the mouth, it's citrusy and grassy, but with softer notes of figs and wood. A perfectly pleasant wine, very clean and flavorful, that will go with a huge range of foods.",,,87,Western Cape,,,David Frost 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-frost-2001-sauvignon-blanc-western-cape/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,David Frost
,White,Italy,"Here's a fresh, fruity and vibrantly alive wine brimming with juicy acids and ripe flavors of citrus fruits and apples. It's clean as a whistle and dry enough for shellfish. Great value.",,10,87,,Friuli Grave,,Campanile 2001 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campanile-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,2001,Campanile
13,Red,Australia,"So massive in fruity-berry flavor, so young and acidic now, it's practically undrinkable, although a greasy leg of lamb will work. The solid core of blackcurrants and rich, thick tannins suggest cellaring for a couple years.",Appelation Series,17,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yangarra Park 2001 Appelation Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2001-appelation-series-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Yangarra Park
,White,France,"A young, crisp Chardonnay with some sharp elbows of acidity. The peach, apple and citrus flavors are very dry. Offers plenty of polish and length for a regional wine.",,,88,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Domaine Leflaive 2001  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-2001-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,2001,Domaine Leflaive
,White,New Zealand,"Just as fresh and crisp as a wine can be, this vibrantly fruity wine brims with peach and citrus flavors with a nice grassy nuance. The acidity is very high and provides a needed counterpoint to the rich, slightly sweet flavors.",,22,88,Central Otago,,,Gibbston Valley 2001 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gibbston-valley-2001-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2001,Gibbston Valley
,White,Australia,"A wonderfully fruity, vibrant wine. Notable for its strong bite of crisp, green apple acidity, almost shocking. Feels young and fresh and delicious. The finish is long and spicy.",Sandy Hollow Vineyard,12,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Heritage Road 2001 Sandy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-2001-sandy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Heritage Road
,White,Australia,"Here's one of those zippy Aussie Chards with those distinctly ripe tropical fruit flavors of mango, guava and papaya. The flavors are given a boost by big acids, and there's even a rich streak of smoky oak.",,13,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Tin Cows 2001 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-cows-2001-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Tin Cows
,White,France,"Pure and refreshing, this is a wine that showcases Sauvignon's tangy side, with flavors of lemons and limes, flint and green herbs, and a spicy finish. It's clean as a mountain stream, and deliciously drinkable.",,27,88,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Comte LaFond 2000  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comte-lafond-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Comte LaFond
,White,New Zealand,"If you're familiar with Santa Barbara Pinots, this is eerily reminiscent, with its bright raspberry and cherry flavors accented by tomato and crushed brown spices. Of course, the whole is framed in fancy oak. The big difference is acidity. This wine shines with New Zealand crispness, a tart, zingy mouthfeel you never get from California.",,30,88,Central Otago,,,Gibbston Valley 2000 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gibbston-valley-2000-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,2000,Gibbston Valley
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Textbook Marlborough, with tart, mouth-watering flavors of gooseberries and limes, wrapped in a high-acid wine. Packs a punch in the mouth and finishes very dry and rich. May be too strongly flavored for some, but it's very good.",Reserve,18,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2002 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2002-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Brancott
,White,France,"This bone dry, delicate wine has scents and flavors of limes and grapefruit, roasted hazelnuts, and a touch of white peach, compounded by pretty notes of smoky oak. It is young and lean in the mouth, marked by citrus flavors and high acidity.",Les Launes Blanc,19,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 2001 Les Launes Blanc Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2001-launes-blanc-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,2001,Delas Frères
,White,Australia,"A crazy quilt blend of Chenin Blanc, Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay that combines tart citrus flavors with riper ones of tropical fruits. The wine is very dry and acidic, and fun to drink. Definitely a great value.",Poachers Blend,10,88,South Australia,South Australia,,St Hallett 2001 Poachers Blend White (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-2001-poachers-blend-white-south/,White Blend,2001,St Hallett
,Red,Italy,"From mountain vineyards, a dense, concentrated wine. Drinks very much like a big Napa Cab, with focused cassis and blackcurrant flavors, and of course, French oak. Dry, with stylishly soft but complex tannins. But this is a wine with Italian acids. It is very tart, especially in the finish.",Pozzo di San Donato,35,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Arceno 1999 Pozzo di San Donato Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1999-pozzo-san-donato-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Villa Arceno
,White,France,"This textbook Gewurz opens with aromas of gingerbread, ripe peaches, and other white and yellow stone fruits. It's quite luscious and full-bodied in the mouth, with sprightly, peppery acidity. Finishes with a trace of sweetness. Yummy.",Fleur,21,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 2000 Fleur Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-2000-fleur-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Domaines Schlumberger
,Red,Australia,"You'll like the true varietal character in this wine, with its silky tannins, crisp acids, light body, and full-throttle flavors. Cherries and raspberries, tobacco, sweet beet, peppery oriental spice, and smoky oak mingle to create a rich, textured mouthfeel. In California, this would be a $25 wine, which makes this import a super value.",,13,89,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Tin Cows 2001 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-cows-2001-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,2001,Tin Cows
,White,France,"Very dry and crisply tart, a fresh young wine that's rather tight in structure and generosity. There are citrus and wildflower flavors, and the high acidity and long, honeyed finish suggest ageability. Best after 2005.",Clos Rebberg Aux Vignes,,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2001 Clos Rebberg Aux Vignes Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2001-clos-rebberg-aux-vignes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Marc Kreydenweiss
,White,France,"A dry, citrusy wine, and very youthful. Fresh young acids scour the palate, carrying flavors of lime and tobacco, although there are richer stone fruit notes buried deep. Not a big wine, but elegant.  The acids will preserve it if you choose to cellar for five years.",La Galopine Blanc,47,89,Rhône Valley,Condrieu,,Delas Frères 2001 La Galopine Blanc  (Condrieu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-2001-galopine-blanc-white-condrieu/,White Blend,2001,Delas Frères
,Red,Australia,"Pours dark as ink, and smells young and mute, with hints of white pepper and blackberry. Tastes young, too, with brash acids and brisk tannins framing jammy flavors. It would be a shame to drink this too early. Try cellaring it through 2005.",Reserve,30,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Geoff Merrill 1998 Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geoff-merrill-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Geoff Merrill
13.5,Red,Australia,"Young and jammy, a brooding purple liquid that coats the palate with thick, glycerined honey and ripe flavors of blueberry and blackerry marmalade. Very rich and delicious, with crisp youthful acidity.",Miamba,15,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 2000 Miamba Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-2000-miamba-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Grant Burge
14,White,New Zealand,"What a gorgeous cocktail wine this is. In fact, it's perfect at the end of a long day. Bright and shining citrus and peach flavors are set in beautifully crisp acids, and there's just enough residual sweetness to satisfy. Positively addictive, and will be great with seared scallops in a buttery sauce.",,18,89,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2002 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2002-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2002,Nautilus
,White,New Zealand,"Another dry, crisp Sauvignon from this fine producer, highlighted by gooseberry and lime flavors and intense acidity. The tartness startles the palate and carries the bright flavors all the way through the long, spicy finish.",,18,89,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2002 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2002-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2002,Kim Crawford
13.5,Red,Australia,"Young and vibrant now, with a great burst of fresh acidity, but with scads of fruit. Explodes on the palate with waves of sweet cherry, blackberry and plum flavors. Tannins are thick and fancy. This is an ager but it would be a shame to miss the youthful vivacity.",Appelation Series,17,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Yangarra Park 2001 Appelation Series Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yangarra-park-2001-appelation-series-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Merlot,2001,Yangarra Park
,White,France,"Rich, thick and unctuous, a superb wine whose acidity makes it ideal for cellaring, if you wish. In  its youth, it drinks tight and steely, with intense, nervy flavors of citrus fruits and roasted hazelnut. The finish is long and honeyed.",Les Charmes,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2001 Les Charmes Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2001-charmes-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,2001,Marc Kreydenweiss
,White,France,"Pretty and polished, with very ripe peach, vanilla and smoke flavors that drink rich, almost sweet, although the wine itself is measurably dry. So big and strong in fruity flavor, might almost be New World, except for the massive acidity.",Lerchenberg Les Alouettes,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2001 Lerchenberg Les Alouettes Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2001-lerchenberg-alouettes-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,2001,Marc Kreydenweiss
,White,New Zealand,"Complex, with a melange of flavors ranging from apples, peaches, and pears all the way to mangoes. Upfront acidity makes the wine come alive. It seduces the palate with fresh fruitiness and creaminess, and is spectacularly food friendly.",Reserve,,90,Gisborne,,,Brancott 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1999-reserve-chardonnay-gisborne-25425/,Chardonnay,1999,Brancott
,White,Australia,"In Australia, a paddock is an enclosed area, like a corral, where livestock graze. There's a story to the wine's name that's too long to tell here. It's incredibly rich, especially for this price, with tropical fruit, lime, vanilla and peach flavors. The mouthfeel is creamy smooth, with a honeyed aftertaste. It's a brilliant value.",The Long Paddock,10,90,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 2001 The Long Paddock Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2001-the-long-paddock-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,2001,Redbank
,Red,Argentina,"Like a big Aussie Shiraz, young and jammy, opening with a blast of blueberry, blackberry, cassis, white chocolate, and vanilla. Huge in the mouth, collossal, stuffed with fruity-berry flavors, but very dry. The tannins are especially rich and well-textured. Great drinking, and best paired with roasts or even game.",,18,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Salentein 2001 Shiraz (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mendoza/,Shiraz,2001,Salentein
14.2,Red,Australia,"Pure, unadulterated Aussie Shiraz, a bit, thich wine exploding with jammy blackberry, black cherry, tobacco and sage flavors. Bone dry, with big bones. The tannins are negotiable and young, with vibrant acidity.  Will benefit from midterm aging.",Feather Foot Man Jingalu Special Artist Series,31,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rosenblum 2001 Feather Foot Man Jingalu Special Artist Series Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-feather-foot-man-jingalu-special-artist-series-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2001,Rosenblum
,Red,Australia,"Another great value from this winery, a wine with beautiful balance and integration. The ripe flavors of blackberries and pepper are folded into rich, velvety tannins, and the mouthfeel is as fancy as wines costing far more. Except for a certain hollowness in the middle palate, it is a great  wine.",,13,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Tin Cows 2001 Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-cows-2001-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,2001,Tin Cows
,Red,Australia,"Another wine well worth its price, and more, from Tin Cows. ItÕs rich in succulent berry and stone fruit flavors and dusty spices that linger well into the finish. The texture is smooth and fancy. Makes you want to lick your lips to get the last drops off your lips. How do they do it this good at this price?",,13,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Tin Cows 2000 Merlot (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tin-cows-2000-merlot-yarra-valley/,Merlot,2000,Tin Cows
,Red,Argentina,"This is a strong wine, similar in flavor and structure to a big mountain Cabernet, but with distinctive flavors. It pours very dark and closed. Airing reveals grilled meat, cassis and plum aromas. Drinks dry and powerful, with big but accessible tannins.",,18,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Salentein 2001 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2001-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2001,Salentein
,Red,US,"Heavy toast in the aroma leads to emerging notes of blackberry, pencil lead, cassis, and pepper. Drinks full-bodied and rich and extracted with lots of jammy blackberry fruit, but it's very dry. A big wine, and a great value at this price.",Genesis,16,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Genesis Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-genesis-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Hogue
13.8,Red,Italy,"High class Super-Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet owned by Kendall-Jackson. Notable for intense, ripe, concentrated flavors, notably cassis and blackberry, and mouth-coating tannins that are thick and fine. Quite acidic, lending it a youthful bite that will soften with midterm aging.",Arguzzio,60,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Arceno 1999 Arguzzio Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1999-arguzzio-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1999,Villa Arceno
,White,France,"So pure, so Riesling. Pine nuts, wild forest flowers, baked custard (botrytis?), lemon and lime, mineral (slate, granite). Richly textured, very dry with real tartness in the finish, and great acid that bites into the palate. A joy to drink.",Princes Abbes,16,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Domaines Schlumberger 1998 Princes Abbes Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-1998-princes-abbes-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1998,Domaines Schlumberger
,Red,Argentina,"A New World Cabernet close in structure to a good Sonoma bottling. Rich and ripe, with blackcurrant, cassis and herb flavors and rich, distinguished tannins. Oak adds subtlely and does not overwhelm. Easily as good as many California bottlings costing 2 or 3 times as much.",,18,91,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Salentein 2001 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salentein-2001-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2001,Salentein
,Red,Italy,,Riserva,20,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Arceno 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-arceno-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Villa Arceno
,Red,Australia,"Almost black in color, this big wine begins with impressive aromas of cedar, smoke, and oak, and fruitier notes of black stone fruits and berries. In the mouth, it's huge and assertive, with gigantically jammy fruit. Bone dry tannins and acids provide structural relief, and the finish lasts forever. Definitely a cellar candidate.",Vine Vale Vineyard - Limited Release Reserve,30,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Heritage Road 1999 Vine Vale Vineyard - Limited Release Reserve Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1999-vine-vale-vineyard-limited-release-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Heritage Road
,Red,Australia,,McRae Wood,35,92,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 2002 McRae Wood Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-2002-mcrae-wood-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,2002,Jim Barry
,White,Australia,"Lovers of big, rich Chards will instantly fall in love with this lush wine, with its citrus and apple flavors and strong mineral component. Elaborate oak adds vanilla and toast complexities, while a great burst of bright, tingly acidity washes over and cleanses the mouth.",,20,92,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 2001 Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-2001-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,2001,Heggies Vineyard
,Red,Australia,"A rich, decadent wine oozing with sweet oak, vanilla and char scents riding over amazingly ripe berry-cherry fruits. Tastes strongly of sweet black cherries that are framed in supple, complex, firm tannins. The finish lasts for a long time.",,30,92,Victoria,Rutherglen,,All Saints 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/all-saints-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-rutherglen/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,All Saints
,White,France,"An amazing wine that opens with huge aromas of honeysuckle, peach, lime zest, pie crust, creme brulee, vanilla and smoke. Big, rich and persistant in the mouth, with peach and citrus flavors that go on and on, underscored by searing acidity. Built for aging.",Andlau,20,92,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 2001 Andlau Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-2001-andlau-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,2001,Marc Kreydenweiss
,White,France,"A second release in this country, and what a pleasant wine. Still vibrant and youthful at nearly six years. Big, rich and dense in the mouth, almost jammy with its flavors of white peach, pear, roasted hazelnut, smoke and vanilla, and brilliant for its savory acidity and firm, classic structure. A solid candidate for further aging.",,,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 1997  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-1997-white-puligny-montrachet/,White Blend,1997,Domaine Leflaive
,Red,Australia,"Almost black in color, an infantile wine whose aromas are just beginning to emerge. Cassis and blackberry jam are joined to smoky, oaky scents. Huge, young and tannic, with high acidity and a treasure chest of buried fruit. Badly in need of at least three years in the cellar.",,30,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Vasse Felix
,White,Australia,"This Adelaide Hills vineyard faces Green's Orchard, and I don't know if it's the power of suggestion or something in the soil, but the wine truly does taste like fresh Granny Smith  apples. Smells like green apples (and passion fruit), too. Pair those crisp flavors and aromas with a long finish and a nice, round mouthfeel and you've got an excellent wine.",Lenswood Green's Hill,,92,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Henschke 2003 Lenswood Green's Hill Riesling (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-2003-lenswood-greens-hill-riesling-adelaide-hills/,Riesling,2003,Henschke
,Red,US,"Magnificent, dense, compelling, a huge wine with so much flavor, it threatens to break right out of the bottle. Blackberry, cassis, currant, plum, dark chocolate, black cherry, peppery spices, and smoky oak and vanilla, but this is no mere fruit bomb. Kept under control by firm tannins and crisp acids. Hogue proves it can play with the big boys.",Reserve,30,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Hogue
,White,France,"An extremely complex wine. At five-plus years, the peach, lime and tart apple flavors are picking up mineral, mushroom, earth and  medicinal overtones. Drinks soft, lush and creamy, yet with crisp acidity. This multi-layered wine changes with each sniff and swirl, and finishes with astonishing length.",,,93,Burgundy,Bâtard-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 1997  Bâtard-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-1997-white-batard-montrachet/,White Blend,1997,Domaine Leflaive
,Red,US,"This is beautiful Syrah, a joy to drink. It pours dark and glyceriney, and while it's a bit mute in aroma, it explodes in the mouth, with flavors of cassis, spicy plum, chocolate, roasted meat, vanilla and smoke. Hard to describe the smooth mouthfeel, or the fancy aftertaste. For all the flamboyance, it's a dry, controlled wine, assured of itself and in perfect balance. Kosher",Special Reserve,30,94,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Herzog 2001 Special Reserve Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-2001-special-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,2001,Herzog
,White,France,"A second release for this stunningly rich wine, which is developing bottle bouquet of creme brulee, caramel, peach pie, macaroon, lemon zest, butter and smoke. Gorgeous in the mouth, still firm and angular but with decadent flavors. Delicious now, rich as sin, a fabulous wine with a long future ahead.",Les Folatieres Premier Cru,,94,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Domaine Leflaive 1998 Les Folatieres Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-leflaive-1998-folatieres-premier-cru-white-puligny-montrachet/,White Blend,1998,Domaine Leflaive
12,Sparkling,France,,Brut,55,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1994 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1994-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Louis Roederer
12.7,White,France,,Chasan,6,80,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,L'Orval NV Chasan Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorval-nv-chasan-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,,L'Orval
12.5,White,Australia,"This bright gold wine is tangy in the mouth, with lemon, green bean and metallic flavors; its bouquet shows canned green bean flavors, with some bright yellow fruit and white pepper notes underneath. Finishes minerally, but also sweet.",Chenin Blanc-Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,9,80,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 2000 Chenin Blanc-Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc White (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-2000-chenin-blanc-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-white-south/,White Blend,2000,Tatachilla
,White,US,"Granville has missed the mark with this ultralight effort, which is not just thin, but feels dead flat in the mouth, and bitter to boot. What happened?",Holstein Vineyard,16,80,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Granville 2000 Holstein Vineyard Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granville-2000-holstein-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Granville
12.5,Red,France,"This Rhône blend (70% Syrah-30% Mourvèdre) just doesn't come together. A sour edge shows early and prevails throughout. Thin, it shows less body and texture than other value reds tasted, as well.",Les Ámoureux,8,80,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2000 Les Ámoureux Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2000-amoureux-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,2000,Tortoise Creek
13.5,White,Australia,"Light floral, orange and passion fruit aromas are pleasant, but from palate to finish this Oz white has very tangy, acidified grapefruit flavors, punctuated by a metallic bite on the back end.",Scrubby Rise,10,81,South Australia,Fleurieu Peninsula,,Wirra Wirra 2001 Scrubby Rise White (Fleurieu Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-2001-scrubby-rise-white-fleurieu-peninsula/,White Blend,2001,Wirra Wirra
14.4,White,US,"At first this seems like a simple, pleasant effort, but it comes apart in the finish. As the wine hits the back of the palate it gathers sweetness, and an artificial, brown sugar flavor—along with a flat, disjointed mouthfeel—linger.",Fries' Desert Wind Vyd/Wahluke,9,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 1999 Fries' Desert Wind Vyd/Wahluke Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1999-fries-desert-wind-vyd-wahluke-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Duck Pond
12.5,White,France,"This Provençal red is light and thin, and lacks fruit depth. Surprisingly dry and tart, it shows  a green edge that also detracts, and closes rather sharp. A rare mis-step from the usually dependable Chapoutier oragnization.",Les Béatínes,14,81,Provence,Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Les Béatínes Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-beatines-red-coteaux-daix-en/,Red Blend,1999,M. Chapoutier
12.5,Red,France,,,9,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mommessin NV Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-nv-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,,Mommessin
13,White,France,"Medium-full in the mouth, the wine has toasty oak and stone fruit flavors, and a short- to medium-length, stony-mineral finish. A faux-butter note (akin to the smell of movie-popcorn butter) dominates the palate after a few minutes of aeration.",,6,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fortant 2000 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortant-2000-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,Fortant
12.5,Red,France,"An inviting nose with dark sweet fruit and slight tar and leather accents opens this dry, lighter styled Syrah. The palate doesn't sustain the momentum established, as it thins out, offering considerably less flavor interest. Closes with smoky notes and some prickly tannins.",,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
12,White,France,"A faintly floral bouquet with tropical fruit notes opens this light white blend of Grenache, Roussanne and Ugni Blanc. It's appealling, with similar flavors, but needs more substance.  Yet another example of a straightforward wine with good elements, but just not enough there there.",,8,82,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,La Vieille Ferme 2000 White (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-2000-white-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style White Blend,2000,La Vieille Ferme
13,Red,France,"Earthy aromas, plus a twinge of fruity sweetness and a slight plastic note. A little thin in both texture and flavor, this Merlot offers more oak and green herb than fruit on the palate, and more of the same on the back end.",,7,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Baume 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baume-1999-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1999,La Baume
12.5,Red,France,"This Merlot's nose shows stewed fruit, plus some oak and metallic notes. In the mouth and on the finish, expect lots of green herb-tobacco, plus a little mineral dust.",,7,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1999-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1999,Barton & Guestier
13.5,White,Australia,"Seems a bit dull and watery at first, then develops some fennel and green-apple aromas with airing. Simple apple and anise flavors turn peppery on the finish.",,22,82,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Hamelin Bay 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamelin-bay-2000-sauvignon-blanc-margaret-river/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Hamelin Bay
12.5,White,Australia,"Very green. Weedy, legumey notes on the nose are offset slightly by cream and flour. Lima bean and tart citrus notes prevail in the mouth; finishes with tart, lime-rind, stone and herb notes.",,,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Semillon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-semillon-semillon-south-eastern/,Sémillon,2000,Rosemount
12.5,Rose,France,"This medium weight wine has a meaty hint on the nose, as do many made of Rhône grapes. The fruit here, however, lacks the sprightly vitality that characterizes our favorite rosés. Finsihes with mild spice notes, but seems mature already. Drink now.",Les Ámoureux - Rosé d'une Nuit,8,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2000 Les Ámoureux - Rosé d'une Nuit Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2000-amoureux-rose-dune-nuit-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tortoise Creek
12.5,White,France,,Mâcon Villages,9,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Georges Duboeuf 2000 Mâcon Villages  (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2000-macon-villages-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2000,Georges Duboeuf
,White,US,"Duck Pond produces inexpensive wines that are generally estate grown. This is a simple, tart Pinot Gris, with a sugary nose, and it falls a bit flat in the mouth. Though the wine is made quite dry, there is an impression of sweetness in the finish.",,9,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Duck Pond 2000 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Duck Pond
12.5,Red,France,"Dry cherry aromas open to a bright, light palate in this modest Pinot. It's simple, but correct, and finishes dry and even. Nothing wrong here, just not a lot to coat the palate. Needs more there there to be of greater interest.",,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2000 Pinot Noir (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2000-pinot-noir-vin-pays-doc/,Pinot Noir,2000,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,White,US,"This starts off with a creamy, spicy mouthfeel, but leads to somewhat bitter fruit. Once swallowed, the flavors become somewhat chemical, and the wine feels flat and out of balance. Perhaps a bad bottle?",,18,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Paschal 1999 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paschal-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Paschal
12.5,White,France,,Tradition Saint-Louis,8,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 1999 Tradition Saint-Louis  (Mâcon-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1999-tradition-saint-louis-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,1999,Barton & Guestier
13,White,France,,,15,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Lugny,,Régnard 1999  Mâcon-Lugny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/regnard-1999-chardonnay-macon-lugny/,Chardonnay,1999,Régnard
13,White,France,,,12,82,Burgundy,Mâcon-Villages,,Louis Jadot 2000  Mâcon-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-2000-chardonnay-macon-villages/,Chardonnay,2000,Louis Jadot
12.5,Red,France,"Only fans of oaky Cabs need apply: Oak and toast dominate the nose (stout red berries play second fiddle) and the palate—the latter also offers a little plum. In the mouth, it's smooth and medium-bodied at first, then drops off at midpalate. Has promise, but is a bit too thin overall to deliver the goods.",,8,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Les Jamelles
12.5,White,Australia,"A bouquet that smelled like bright citrus and fresh green produce to one taster translated to another taster as cheap perfume. Similar flavors show on the palate of this bright, greenish-gold blend. Mouthfeel is medium and chalky.",Koonunga Hill,9,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 2001 Koonunga Hill Semillon-Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2001-koonunga-hill-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2001,Penfolds
,White,US,"A thin, light nose leads to modest green apple flavors of no particular distinction. The wine finishes with a gluey, artificial, alcoholic, bitter flavor.",,15,82,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Gold Digger Cellars 2000 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gold-digger-cellars-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Gold Digger Cellars
12,Red,France,"Oak and greenish flavors—perhaps unripe fruit—on the palate; red berries and a metallic note characterize the bouquet. Finishes with berry, oak and something green.",,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays de L'Aude,,Pierre Jean 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays de L'Aude),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-jean-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-laude/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Pierre Jean
,Red,France,"Deep black berry and oak notes permeate this Merlot from start to finish. It's a little tangy in the mouth, and has mineral notes on the finish. Good, ordinary.",,12,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 1998 Merlot (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-1998-merlot-cotes/,Merlot,1998,Château Roubine
,Red,France,,Cru Classe,12,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Roubine 1998 Cru Classe Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubine-1998-cru-classe-red-cotes/,Red Blend,1998,Château Roubine
13,White,France,"Light, sunny, golden raisin and talcum powder aromas open onto preface a palate rife with oak and citrus flavors, and a minerally mouthfeel. Finishes with almond and chalk. Would have been better without the slight but persistent twinge of greenness that begins in the mouth and lasts through the finish.",,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Baume 1999 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baume-1999-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1999,La Baume
12.5,Red,France,"Medium-weight and balanced, this Cabernet opens with aromas of earth and mixed berries, complicated by a little unsweetened chocolate. Oak and red berries round out the palate. On the finish, more oak, plus a green wood-herb note.",,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Bellefontaine 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellefontaine-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bellefontaine
,White,France,"An almost Sauvignon Blanc-like palate of light lemon and mineral flavors melts into more citrus, plus green herbs and vegetables, on the finish. Lots of vanilla, plus a perfumey-floral sweetness, marks the bouquet.",,7,83,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Mont Saint-Vincent 2000 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-saint-vincent-2000-chardonnay-vin-pays-jardin/,Chardonnay,2000,Mont Saint-Vincent
11,White,Australia,"Loads of peach and tropical fruit aromas make for a super-sweet nose—a sneak preview, really, of what's to come on the palate. Bright apple, peach and honey flavors play in the mouth. Sweetness tapers off on the finish, where mineral notes take over. Will win fans among novice enthusiasts and white Zin fans.",Traminer-Riesling,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2001 Traminer-Riesling White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2001-traminer-riesling-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,2001,Rosemount
12,White,France,"This offering idsplays some of the fuller fig and nut side of Sauvignon Blanc, as well as the lime and melon seen more often in the less expensive bottlings. Even and medium weight, it's full, but not intense, with a chalky note on the back end. Drink now.",Les Ámoureux,8,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2000 Les Ámoureux Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2000-amoureux-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Tortoise Creek
12.5,White,Australia,"This bright gold Aussie is medium-full in the mouth, with throat-coating golden apple and caramel flavors on the palate and on the finish. Its bouquet has similar butterballish flavors. Most of its fans will come from the California Chard-lovers camp.",,7,83,Australia Other,Australia,,Marktree 1999 White (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marktree-1999-white-other/,White Blend,1999,Marktree
,White,US,"It is too bad that the winery seems to have overloaded this wine with sulfites; it's pleasant enough otherwise, and sells for less than most Oregon Pinot Gris. But the scent and taste of burnt match gives a bitter edge to the fruit, and buries the nose.",,10,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Ashland Vineyards 1999 Pinot Gris (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ashland-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Ashland Vineyards
13,Red,France,"A complex dark berry, and smoky oak bouquet with an intriguing gamy note opens this red. It turns narrower in the mouth, becoming quite dry, woody and leathery. Finishes long and dark, but doesn't deliver on the promise of the nose.",,12,83,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château Marouïne 1999 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-marouine-1999-red-cotes/,Red Blend,1999,Château Marouïne
12.5,White,US,"This is a very oaky style, which is fine if the fruit is up to the challenge, but here it seems insubstantial, thin and simple. There is a slightly bitter, rubbery aftertaste as well.",Winemaker's Reserve,18,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1999 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1999-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Montinore
13.5,White,Australia,"Smells and tastes a bit like poached pear in a vanilla sauce. Rich and unctuous on the palate, with a tart, metallic finish.",Show Reserve,9,83,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,De Iuliis 1999 Show Reserve Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iuliis-1999-show-reserve-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,1999,De Iuliis
12.5,Red,France,"Hickory, earth and dry-leaf aromas preface a palate rife with Mexican spices and a slight vegetal note. On the back end, tangy green herbs prevail.",,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Bellefontaine 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellefontaine-1999-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1999,Bellefontaine
12.5,Red,France,"Tangy blackberry aromas are largely obscured by wood, spice and vegetal notes on the nose; in the mouth, more of the same black fruit-oak-earth combo, plus a green herb note.",Les Ámoureux,8,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2000 Les Ámoureux Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2000-amoureux-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Tortoise Creek
12.5,White,France,"Starts off with apple, talc and toasty aromas, but quickly takes on aromas of ripe bananas. Banana flavors also dominate the palate; a slight minerally overlay keeps the Chard from being too tropical. Finishes medium-long, with toast and apple notes.",,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Maison Nicolas 2000 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-nicolas-2000-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,Maison Nicolas
13,Red,France,"Deep, jammy grapey aromas with a noticeable green herb note open this mid-weight, soft wine. It's another southern French neo-Australian, but the green note turns less herbal and more bell-peppery on the palate and finish, detracting from the sweet-tart fruit. Closes dry, with modest length.",,13,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine Lamargue 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-lamargue-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Domaine Lamargue
12.5,Red,France,"Plenty of barnyard-earth aromas, plus spices and tree bark, on the nose—a good thing—but the palate and finish shows nothing but wood and wood-derived flavors",,9,83,Vin de Pays de l'Ile de Beauté,,,Domaine du Mont Saint-Jean 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays de l'Ile de Beauté),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mont-saint-jean-1999-merlot-vin-pays-lile-beaute/,Merlot,1999,Domaine du Mont Saint-Jean
12,Red,France,"If oak isn't your thing, move on, because there's lots of it here. Toasty oak and spice outdo red berries on the nose; oak, oak and tart blackberry flavors in the mouth.",,8,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Delas Frères 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1999-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1999,Delas Frères
12,White,France,"A nicely balanced simple white blend with a melon and white peach bouquet. It's light in weight with an even mouthfeel. H oney and vanilla notes add interest, as does a touch of white pepper on the finish. Best consumed now.",Les Ámoureux,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Tortoise Creek 2000 Les Ámoureux White (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tortoise-creek-2000-amoureux-white-vin-pays-doc/,White Blend,2000,Tortoise Creek
13.5,Rose,France,"Dark and rather weighty, more of a light red in color and texture. After a rather mute nose, the even-yet gently grainy-palate shows wood over dry, mineral-tinged Grenache fruit, and the flavors extend to the medium long finish. It's an interesting exercise, but the wood and weight don't sing as  lightness and liveliness might.",Beaurevoir,23,84,Rhône Valley,Tavel,,M. Chapoutier 2000 Beaurevoir  (Tavel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-2000-beaurevoir-grenache-tavel/,Grenache,2000,M. Chapoutier
12.5,Red,France,"The Grenache-Syrah-Cinsault and Mourvèdre grapes in this Rhône blend come together in a tasty core of dry red berry flavors. It's not complex, but it's flavorful with mild earth and spice accents on the fruit. Has just enough structure and tangy tannins to work with food, as well as providing plenty of good quaffing.",,8,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,La Vieille Ferme 1999 Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-1999-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,La Vieille Ferme
,White,US,"There are scents of fresh pears in the nose, along with a Riesling-like whiff of kerosene. The color suggests that this is maturing rapidly, and should be consumed quickly. The finish shows plenty of heat, and a somewhat chemical taste.",,13,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Whidbey Island Winery 2000 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,2000,Whidbey Island Winery
12,White,Australia,"Dusty lemon and pear aromas open onto a clean, tangy palate where lemon, mineral and metal are the key flavors. Finishes with more of the same. This white's aromas and flavors are very subtle—it's probably better as a food complement than on its own.",Cawarra,,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lindemans 2000 Cawarra Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-2000-cawarra-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2000,Lindemans
12.5,Red,France,"A fragrant bouquet of dark berry, musky wood and perhaps a bit of nutmeg jazzes up an otherwise ordinary (but perfectly good) wine whose flavors follow the blackberry-tannin-chalk pack. Smooth, medium and even on the palate.",Founder's Reserve,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,J.P. Chenet 2000 Founder's Reserve Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-chenet-2000-founders-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,J.P. Chenet
13,White,Australia,"Maybe an ambitious attempt gone awry, with the bouquet an ungainly grape-alcohol mix. The ripe grapey elements and brisk acidity hold it together—but barely—against earthy, vaguely musty notes. Finishes with intriguing spice and chalk notes, but also more hot vapors—almost like a much lighter grappa. Unusual and interesting, but lacks balance.",,27,84,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Stefano Lubiana 1999 Riesling (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-lubiana-1999-riesling-tasmania/,Riesling,1999,Stefano Lubiana
13.5,Red,France,"Earthy, meaty—almost gravylike—aromas are at work on the nose; after a few minutes, the bouquet adopts soy-herbal notes. Medium in the mouth, the palate offers oak, blackberry and powdery flavors. Lots of green herb and oak on the back end.",Cuvée Réservée,8,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Domaine de Champaga 1999 Cuvée Réservée Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-champaga-1999-cuvee-reservee-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine de Champaga
12,Sparkling,France,"A bready, yeasty, mushroomy bouquet announces this handsome, fairly mature vintage offering.  Quite effervescent, it displays apple and toast flavors, herb and mineral accents.  It's an elegant wine fairly low in acidity and not for long-term keeping, but perfect for drinking over the next two years.",Brut Impérial,55,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1995 Brut Impérial  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1995-brut-imperial-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Moët & Chandon
13,Red,Argentina,"Everything comes together handsomely in this elegant rendering of Argentina's premier red grape. A full, briary nose with dark-berry, earth and chocolate aromas opens to a smooth palate, with very good fruit to wood balance. The close is solid and spicy, with tangy tannins and pepper notes. Tasty now, the wine should improve through mid-decade.",Q,22,90,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 1999 Q Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-1999-q-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Zuccardi
,Red,Italy,"The nose is jammy and ripe, forward and vividly fruity, suggesting strawberry or rhubarb preserves.  Nice flavors, light and elegant, with the fruit showing polish and a gentle hand with the oak.  This winery is making great strides with their new releases.",,12,89,Central Italy,Colonella,,Powers 1998 Merlot (Colonella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-1998-merlot-colonella/,Merlot,1998,Powers
,Red,US,"Assertively fruity, with black cherry, blackcurrant, tobacco, smoke and sage notes.  Drinks dry and flavorful, a nicely balanced wine of harmony and softness.  Very low acidity, is the result of a warm climate.  A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.",Estate Private Reserve Stash,38,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 Estate Private Reserve Stash Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-estate-private-reserve-stash-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Tobin James
,White,US,"Canoe Ridge delivers a classic bottle, with lychee, honeysuckle and rosewater mingling in the nose, pears and pineapple in the mouth. The wine feels soft and sensual, with plenty of balanced power.",Oak Ridge,12,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Canoe Ridge 2000 Oak Ridge Gewürztraminer (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-2000-oak-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Canoe Ridge
,Red,US,"Always balanced and elegant, this blend of six Rhone grapes seems drier than usual, a bit more tannic and less fruity than in past years.  That makes it a ""food wine,"" and a very nice one at that.  It won't hit you in the head with size, but it's a classy stylish addition to the table.",Le Mistral,25,88,California,California Other,California,Joseph Phelps 1999 Le Mistral Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1999-le-mistral-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Joseph Phelps
,Sparkling,France,"With its light, snappy aromas of ginger, Anjou pears and green apples, this is an ideal aperitif-style Champagne: It won't overshadow what is to come, but its fresh, crisp finish whets the appetite and refreshes the palate.  Drink now for its freshness and vitality.",Brut,48,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-brut-champagne-13592/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart
,White,US,"Here's a very deeply scented wine.  Fruit aromas are peach, ripe pear and tropical fruit, accented by oriental spices.  The flavors are massive and persistent.  It's as fruity as wine gets, but the balance of crisp acidity, fine tannins and integrated oak creates harmony.  It's a bit sweet in the finish.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cobblestone 1999 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1999,Cobblestone
12.3,Sparkling,France,"Citrus and Golden Delicious apple aromas, plus some notes of hay and Wheat Thins on the nose.  Medium-weight, with good acidity, the palate offers more tart green-apple and citrus notes.  Close with good balance and length, plus more citrus.",Gold Label Brut,45,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson 1995 Gold Label Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-1995-gold-label-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Lanson
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Tropical yellow fruit and smoke notes open onto a palate full of fresh herb, smoke, and lemon-lime flavors. Even in the mouth, with a coarse bead, it finishes medium-long with more citrus flavors.",Reserva Heredad,20,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Segura Viudas NV Reserva Heredad  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-reserva-heredad-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Segura Viudas
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a value in sparkling wine that boasts distinctive aromas, mainly scrambled eggs and toast. Chalk and mineral-water flavors and a long, dusty-textured finish back them up. It's smooth and supple, yet also fresh.",Brut - Blanc de Blancs,15,86,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cavalleri NV Brut - Blanc de Blancs  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalleri-nv-brut-blanc-blancs-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,,Cavalleri
,White,US,"From a pioneer of this variety in California, here's an exotic, strong interpretation.  Smells enormously bright and forward, with honey, jasmine, peach, custard and smoke aromas.  The flavors are powerfully fruity, although the wine is dry.  Considerable acids make it tart enough for poultry or fish.",,35,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 2000 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-2000-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,2000,Joseph Phelps
,White,US,"Nice, with buttery, nutty aromas and deep flavors suggesting key lime and other citrus fruits and spices.  It's a dry wine, polished and bright, with a creamy texture and a long, ripe fruit finish.",Private Reserve Sémillon,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Windsor 2000 Private Reserve Sémillon Sémillon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-2000-private-reserve-semillon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sémillon,2000,Windsor
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Dark fruit and a creamy, toasty nose in the international style mark this medium-weight wine. The palate is quite dry, showing black plum and berry flavors wrapped in an oaky cocoon. Smoothly textured, it's tasty despite the overly prominent oak. Two years may balance the fruit and wood. Best after 2003.",,25,86,Douro,,,Calheiros Cruz 1999 Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calheiros-cruz-1999-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,1999,Calheiros Cruz
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Spice notes play heavily on the brambly, herbal nose.  This a full-bodied, chunky mix of 53% Cabernet, 24% Merlot, 13% Pinotage and 10% Syrah.  No grape type in particular sticks out on the palate, which is heavy with oregano and basil notes in addition to red-plum fruit.  Best for casual drinking; anything left will help out a red sauce.",Private Bin,13,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Villa Maria 1999 Private Bin Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-1999-private-bin-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Villa Maria
,Red,US,"Very ripe, it display raisiny aromas riding over wild berry and spice.  There's heat and tannins in the mouth, and acids, too, resulting in a certain austerity or angularity.  It's not a hedonistic Zin, although rich, oily foods will coax out the underlying sweet berry flavors.",Dusi Vineyard/Martini Vineyard,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Stephen Ross 1999 Dusi Vineyard/Martini Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-1999-dusi-vineyard-martini-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Stephen Ross
,White,New Zealand,"Hay, grass and intoxicating garden-vegetable notes waft from the nose.  It almost has the apple-citrus texture and flavor of a sparkling wine; Afterward, though, it tastes green and granite-y, like licking cilantro off a mortar and pestle.  It's a little thin, and finishes long with minerals, fresh herb and a bit too bright of a citrus-acid note.",Fall Harvest,10,85,Marlborough,,,House of Nobilo 2001 Fall Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-2001-fall-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,House of Nobilo
,White,US,"About a third of this wine is fermented in oak, and it's enough to give it some vanilla in the nose to go with the fig and melon fruit. There are hints of grass and even anise as well, with the wine developing a bit of asparagus as it opens.",Genesis,13,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Genesis Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-genesis-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1999,Hogue
,Red,US,"A new winery, owned by the Fries family of Dundee, Oregon, with a lovely ppackage and a new entry into the ever-expanding Washington Merlot sweepstakes. The wine is soft and chalky in the mouth, with flavors of berries and cream, but it feels increasingly disjointed and a bit manipulated as the finish wears on.",Desert Wind Vineyard,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Desert Wind 1999 Desert Wind Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-1999-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Desert Wind
,Red,US,"This is very ripe, perhaps too ripe, with pruney, raisiny fruit, and a dead leaf, slightly decayed quality. It's easy to drink, forward and soft, with very dry tannins and a lot of herbs, tobacco and earth flavors. A style for immediate drinking with foods (steaks!) that need something to cut the fat.",Desert Wind Vineyard,20,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Desert Wind 1998 Desert Wind Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-1998-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Desert Wind
,Red,US,"Light cherry and prune fruit. This is simple, soft and round, with sweet, pruney fruit and a little coffee/spice on the finish.",Barrel Select,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1998 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Covey Run
,Red,US,"Plum and blueberry fruit, augmented with spicy juniper berry and herb. This is a tart, minty wine, with some tough tannins and a mix of dry herbs and toasted coconut in the finish.",Conner Lee Vineyard,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 1999 Conner Lee Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-1999-conner-lee-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Arbor Crest
,Sparkling,France,"Pineapple and other tropical fruit flavors, plus a little custard, play on the palate; they're there, but not all intense.  Lively in the mouth and on the medium finish, where tart citrus and slate notes keep the fruitiness in check.  Bouquet shows mineral, orange peel and starchy, white-rice aromas.",Grande Cuvée Brut,27,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-champagne-13599/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Lafitte
,Red,US,"Light, pretty cherry fruit, overcome with smoky oak. Earthy and smelling of wet wood, it has good, straight-ahead fruit flavors. Given the prices of Oregon Pinot these days, this is a relative bargain.",,25,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Winter's Hill 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/winters-hill-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Winter's Hill
13,Red,Portugal,"Light in weight and evenly textured, this dry, flavorful red is a fine choice for everyday drinking. The cherry, herb and tree bark bouquet opens to a dry, just slightly puckery mouth of spice-accented light berry flavors. Finishes clean and dry, with moderate length.",Duas Castas,9,85,Ribatejo,,,Falua 1999 Duas Castas Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falua-1999-duas-castas-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,1999,Falua
13,White,Portugal,"Bical and Maria Gomes are the grapes. The aromas are floral, verging on Muscat- or Riesling-like. Flavors are green apple, pears, tropical fruit and tangerine, finishing spicy, with a hint of orange rind.",,8,85,Beiras,,,Quinta d'Aguieira 2000 White (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-daguieira-2000-white-beiras/,White Blend,2000,Quinta d'Aguieira
,White,US,"Heavily oaked and aged on the lees; the underlying tropical fruit flavors are bright and clean. These winemaker interventions, however, are almost intrusive. That's a matter of taste, and some will find it fancy and complex.",Mission Vineyard,24,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Mirassou 1999 Mission Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-mission-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Mirassou
12,Sparkling,France,"Bizarre is the best way to describe this kosher offering: The nose is fragrant, with bright ripe fruit backed by cotton-candy and algae-ish notes.  Apple, charcoal and pear are tinged with a slight greenness on the palate; mouthful is medium-full, but a bit too effervescent and frothy. Finishes long.",Brut Kosher Mevushal,40,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut Kosher Mevushal  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-kosher-mevushal-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
13.5,Red,Chile,"The oak shows prominently on the nose and the blackberry and chocolate flavors here are darker, but drier and less plush than in the Merlot. The cedar and black toast over dark fruit profile plays out, with tobacco accents, on the dry, tannic finish.",Casillero del Diablo,10,85,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-casillero-diablo-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Concha y Toro
,White,US,"Viognier can do well in Washington, but this bottle, despite its David Lake Signature Series pedigree, seems to miss the mark. The fruit is buried in new oak, which reduces its flavors to citrus and buttered popcorn, and leaves the finish hard and tannic.",Red Willow,23,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 2000 Red Willow Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-2000-red-willow-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,2000,Columbia Winery
,Sparkling,Italy,"This popular northern Italian shows a good bead and a nice gingery quality. It's round on the palate and, having tasted it before, seems a little sweeter than remembered. Closes with good length, but surprisingly soft.",Brut,30,85,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,,Bellavista
,White,US,"Lemony-spicy flavors, bold and bright, in a nice, easy-drinking wine with lots of class.  The crisp acids make the cinnamony fruit sing, and it finishes with a little sweetness.",Coastal,11,85,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Coastal Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-coastal-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Starts off with musky apple aromas, but turns crisp and refreshing on the palate despite a vague sense of dilution. Peppery white grapefruit sparks the finish.",Brut Reserve,,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Torre Oria NV Brut Reserve  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-oria-nv-brut-reserve-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Torre Oria
11.9,Sparkling,Spain,"“Almost Champagne” in flavor and texture, this bright, zingy Cava offers herb, lime and banana aromas, plus citrus and yeast notes in the mouth. Falls off a tad at the end, but still a great value.",Brut Reserva,10,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Segura Viudas NV Brut Reserva  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-brut-reserva-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Segura Viudas
13.5,White,Argentina,"This straightforward apple and toast-dominated Chardonnay has medium weight and decent length. It's decidedly mainstream, a bit too one-dimensionally so. But it's still tasty in that mode, and oak-lovers will savor the spicy wood that comes up very strongly on the close. Again, good, but here a more reserved use of oak might yield a wine of more nuance and better balance.",Reserva,9,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Reserva Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-reserva-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Santa Julia
9,White,Portugal,"This low-alcohol (9%) Vinho Verde carries some obvious residual sugar, which in this case works well. Some lively upfront spritz is replaced by a respectable smoothness on the finish. And the acid structure is just right, as it keeps things tangy and lively. With a seafood salad at lunch, this would work perfectly.",Santola,11,85,Vinho Verde,,,Vinhos Messias NV Santola White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinhos-messias-nv-santola-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,,Vinhos Messias
12,Sparkling,France,"This rather full and slightly fruity offering shows attractive plum and berry aromas and flavors.  The mouthfeel, though, is quite soft, verging on mushy, without an acid backbone to provide definition to the flavors and life to the palate feel.  Has a touch of class and a decent length; deserves a spine.",Orient-Express,45,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Lechère NV Orient-Express  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lechere-nv-orient-express-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lechère
13.2,Red,US,"Light cherry flavors are swathed in smoky oak and vanilla wafer notes, with just a hint of spice. At this point, there's too much wood for the fruit, and it all leads to a quick, dry, tannic finish. Just 340 cases made.",,35,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adea 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adea-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Adea
12,White,Portugal,"Aromas and flavors of lightly spiced white peaches. There's a firm round mouthfeel, enlivened by a slight prickle of carbon dioxide. Turns almost powdery on the finish, the dusting of cinnamon coming to the fore.",,11,85,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2000 Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2000-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,2000,Aveleda
,White,US,"A light texture, pleasant Chardonnay that serves up pretty pear, apple and citrus flavors.  Clean on the finish.",,23,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silver Rose Cellars 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-rose-cellars-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Silver Rose Cellars
,White,New Zealand,"Tart tropical fruit and green-apple aromas and flavors mark this mid weight, slightly syrupy wine.  It;s not fat, but has a round, full mouthfeel.  Vanilla, hay and a mild earthiness show on the moderate finish.",Private Bin,13,86,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2000 Private Bin Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2000-private-bin-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Villa Maria
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Aside from having one of the longest appellation names we've ever seen, this has mature aromas of hay, vanilla and herbs. Tart and dry unripe pear and herb notes mark the palate, and the sweet and sour finish is long. Dry, elegant and full with a unique, rather serious personality.",Venegazzu Brut,11,86,Veneto,Prosecco del Montello e Colli Asolani,,Venegazzu NV Venegazzu Brut  (Prosecco del Montello e Colli Asolani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venegazzu-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-montello-e-colli-asolani/,Champagne Blend,,Venegazzu
14.1,Red,US,"It's blackberry, black peppe, and cassis aromas are encased in charred oak.  Soft but intricate tannins and brisk acidity; fruit comes out in the mid-palate and the hot finish.  It's a decent wine but lacks size and dimension, given its pedigree.  Blame it on the vintage.",,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Stags' Leap Winery
,Red,US,"No mistaking this wine, with it's jammy, briary, peppery aromas and jammy wild berry fruit flavors.  The sharply dry finish is also classic Sonoma Zin.  There's a rough, tart quality to it that begs for olive oil, goat cheese, bbq, anything rich enough to cut through the tannins.",,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ravenswood 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"""Elegant for what it is,"" this Cava is soft yet zippy in the mouth, with rich apple, honey and pear flavors. More honey and pear flavors. More honey, plus hay and mocha notes unfold on the bouquet. Finishes with grassy, creamy notes. A straightforward, affordable Cava.",Brut,10,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Marqués de Gelida 1997 Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-gelida-1997-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,1997,Marqués de Gelida
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Soft in the mouth and smoky on the close, expect a buttercream-vanilla-tobacco bouquet and lemon, cream and pear flavors in the mouth. Not as much bead as we'd like, but has more complexity than you'd expect.",Brut Reserva,9,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal 1998 Brut Reserva  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-1998-brut-reserva-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,1998,Mont Marçal
12,Sparkling,France,"This round, full demi-sec opens with ripe peach and orange aromas that offer a mouthful of overtly sweet, similar flavors, with a soft, frothy mousse.  Soft, sweet, spicy notes arrive on the finish, and though slightly higher acidity, providing zip and crispnessas in good Italian moscatos, would add life, this is a sweet sparkling wine with class.",Nectar Impérial,48,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Nectar Impérial  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-nectar-imperial-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"Earthy and hard, with tart, cranberry-cherry fruit. The time in barrel has added some pretty roasted coconut scents, and there's a lot of smokiness in the nose and in the flavor. Still quite young and tight.",,33,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carabella 1999 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-1999-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Carabella
,Red,US,"The blend is 46% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot and 16% Cabernet Franc. It opens up softly, with fragrant, plummy fruit. Once tasted it turns firm to the point of tough, and the fruit seems constrained, or overpowered, by the rough, earthy tannins.",Ruah,50,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Desert Wind 1997 Ruah Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-1997-ruah-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Desert Wind
14.2,White,US,"From high above Napa Valley, a curiously lean wine.  Except for a massive dose of oak that contributes sweet vanillaand smoke, it's tight to the point of austerity.  What flavors there are veer toward lemon and apples.  A leesy flavor shows up in the tart, dry finish.",Atlas Peak,16,86,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 2000 Atlas Peak Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-2000-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,2000,Atlas Peak
,White,France,"Crisp and bright, just as Chablis should be, this high-strung white presents tart lime and green herb aromas, yellow plum and mineral flavors. It's even and lean, very angular Chardonnay, with good focus and a dry, chalky finish of modest length.",,15,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Antonin Rodet 1999  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-1999-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Antonin Rodet
,White,US,"Here's all the oaky vanilla, ripe peach flavor, and creamy texture that people like in an affordable wine.  It's not white Burgundy, but this pretty wine from the Sierra Foothills has plenty of charm and character.",,14,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 2000 Chardonnay (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-2000-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Indian Springs
13,White,New Zealand,"Lime, white flowers and a strong hint of minerals and petrol announce that, yes, it's definitely Riesling.  The palate is stony-smooth, and distinct lemon -lime flavors shoot through the wine from start to end.  Acidity is moderate and there's no spritz at all.  Pronounced ""Grennock.""",,12,86,Nelson,,,Greenhough 2000 Riesling (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenhough-2000-riesling-nelson/,Riesling,2000,Greenhough
13.6,Red,US,"An interesting wine whose spicy bouquet includes cardamom, celery, earth and root. It's firm and tart, tannic and herbal to the taste. The finish is a disappointment--sour and artificial, tasting of graham cracker.",Holstein Vineyard,30,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Granville 1999 Holstein Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/granville-1999-holstein-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Granville
13,Red,Portugal,"Touriga Francesa is one of the grapes used in Port production, but this is a dry table-wine version that comes across as a jammy fruit bomb, with blackberry preserves and a hint of cracked pepper. Medium weight, with good balance, the wine finishes dry, with firm but ripe tannins. Solid now, may be better with a couple of years' cellaring.",Touriga Francesa,26,86,Douro,,,Calços do Tanha 1999 Touriga Francesa Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcos-tanha-1999-touriga-francesa-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1999,Calços do Tanha
,White,US,"Always a top producer of this variety, this year's version is even more intense than usual. Opens with a blast of powerful citrus and grass, and turns laser-like in the mouth, with lemon and lime flavors and burning acidity. Finishes with a bit of sugar.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Buttonwood Farm
,Sparkling,France,"Smells rich and heavy, with scents of candied Play-Doh wrapped around rosemary and anise upon first opening; later, aromas of sweet pastry dough and custard move to the fore.  Despite the weighty aromas, the palate is lighter than you might expect, featuring lime and vanilla flavors.",Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Brut,130,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart 1990 Dom Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-1990-dom-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1990,Ruinart
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Despite some odd sour-musk aromas reminiscent of sweaty underarms, this is good wine. Herbal, minty overtones buttress tart apple and citrus flavors on the palate; the mousse is full and creamy. Finishes simply fruity but clean.",Aria Estate Brut,13,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Segura Viudas
13,Red,Argentina,"Full, with blackberry aromas, tobacco and a big, dry palate with plenty of dark fruit and wood. There's not a lot of nuance or dimension, but plenty of scale and wood-driven length. As with the reserve Chardonnay, a modest scaling back on the oak regimen would allow the fruit to show more, yielding a more balanced and attractive wine.",Reserva,11,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Santa Julia
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Earthy, dark cherry aromas and flavors are up-front in this moderately full, slightly rustic wine. Big on the palate, with just a hint of a bitter note, it closes with a peppery quality not entirely unlike Zinfandel. This solid red will be a great companion to grilled meats.",,7,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Santa Julia
12,Sparkling,France,"The aromas are fresh and floral; combined with undertones of toast, they get this wine off to fast start.  The bead is fine and the mouthfeel creamy, but the solid flavors of tart citrus and green apple lack drama.",Cordon Rouge Brut,45,86,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Cordon Rouge Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-cordon-rouge-brut-champagne-13370/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
,White,US,"Another fruit-driven wine, showing bright peach, apple and pineapple aromas and flavors.  It's clean, swiftly tart and alittle bit sweet, and finishes with lots of ripe nectary fruit.",,19,86,California,California Other,California,Castle 2000 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-2000-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Castle
,Red,US,"Soft and lush, with black cherry and blackberry flavors framed in nice but not too noticeable oak.  It's most notable for its texture, which is classic warm country, low in tannins and acids with a caressing mouthfeel.  Dry, it finishes with a slight bitterness.  Drink with well-marbled beef.",James Gang Reserve,45,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 James Gang Reserve Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-gang-reserve-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,Tobin James
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Full apple aromas with minty accents open this vintage bottling and lead to a dry, lime-mint-chalk palate. The bead is fine, and only lack of a firmer mouthfeel keeps this from being a more serious sparkler, but the softness undoubtedly has wide appeal. A decently long, dry, green apple finish closes it nicely.",Brut Riserva,15,86,,Trentino,,Rotari 1995 Brut Riserva  (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-1995-brut-riserva-sparkling-trentino/,Champagne Blend,1995,Rotari
,Sparkling,France,"Doughy on the nose, with cinnamon accents that swirl delicately around, unearthing vague childhood memories of fragrant homemade cinnamon bread.  Sweet, strawberry and kiwi flavors take over on the palate, jolting you back to the pink reality of this medium-weight wine.",Demoiselle Brut Rosé,37,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
,Dessert,US,"Very sweet and caramelly, with apricot liqueur and vanilla aromas and a thick, viscous mouthfeel. It's a little rough around the edges, a direct wine rather than a nuanced one. Best consumed with sweet desserts like vanilla ice cream or butter cookies.",Murphy Ranch Late Harvest,15,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Windsor 2000 Murphy Ranch Late Harvest Muscat Canelli (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-2000-murphy-ranch-late-harvest-muscat-canelli-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Muscat Canelli,2000,Windsor
,Red,US,"Lots to like in this everyday wine, with its strawberry, spice, beet and cola flavors and dry, silky-smooth mouthfeel. The tannins are light and airy. It has enough body and flavor to stand up to rich foods, yet maintains delicacy and elegance.",,11,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Meridian
,Red,US,"There's a raw earthiness to this wine's beet, rasberry , mushroom scents, with their smoky nuances, but it turns richly fruity and spicy in the mouth.  Has lovely Pinot texture--all silk and satin.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2000 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2000-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Clos du Bois
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Like the straight Malbec, this blend has an attractive, slightly rustic quality. Here the Cabernet fruit adds both a darker note and perhaps palate smoothness. Full-flavored and nicely textured, it ends with moderate tannins, cassis flavors, earth and meaty accents.",Malbec-Cab Sauv,7,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Malbec-Cab Sauv Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-malbec-cab-sauv-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,2000,Santa Julia
,Red,US,"Marked by forward berry-cherry aromas along with smoke, spice and vanilla.  The flavors are direct and blunt, of dark berries and stone fruits, couched in substantial tannins.  The after-taste is long and spicy-sweet.  Pretty good stuff, but not likely to improve.  Drink now.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 1999 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,1999,Jekel
,Sparkling,France,"Dusty, dried apple notes on the nose, lead to more apple, plus caramel and toast, on the palate and on the medium-long finish.  In the glass, the bead is steady.  This Champagne is nothing out of the oridnary, but it's done well.",Blue Top Brut,35,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Blue Top Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-blue-top-brut-champagne-13598/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,US,"Here's a lovely wine exhibiting true varietal character at a giveaway price. The aromas are all about beet root, racy red raspberry, tobacco, pungent spices, and smoke. The flavors are deep and impressive, and wrapped in silky but assertive tannins. This bone dry wine isn't complex, but it accomplishes its mission.",Coastal,11,86,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 2000 Coastal Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-2000-coastal-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"From a warm part of the appellation comes this soft, simple and dry table wine.  Smell like crushed berries, tobacco, and earth, with a waft of vanillin-tinged oak.  Drinks very dry and soft.  The finish is tart enough to cut through olive oil and cheese.",Merlo Vineyards,28,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Camellia 1999 Merlo Vineyards Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camellia-1999-merlo-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Camellia
13.5,Red,US,"From warm Contra Costa County, this old vine Zin is eccentric and individualistic.  It's wild, opening with  a savage burst of briary fruit.  The ripe fruity flavors persist in the mouth, where it's dry, kind of soft, and seems more alcoholic than the official reading of 13.5%.  Finishes on a dry, bitter note.",Cardinal Zin,20,86,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2000 Cardinal Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2000-cardinal-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Bonny Doon
,White,US,"Here's something different in Chard.  Starts with blunt aromas of green apples, honey and smoky oak, very clean and penetrating.  There's lots of peach and apple fruit in the mouth, accompanied by sharp acidity.  This is an angular wine with layers of complexity.",,13,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 1999 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1999-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1999,Navarro
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Meaty, dense and smoky, with a touch of mushroom up front. This was a good vintage for the Douro, and here you get some deep plum and berries along with ample oak and full tannins. Only a little sourness at the core and a slightly hot finish hold it back.",Reserva,19,86,Douro,,,Calços do Tanha 1997 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcos-tanha-1997-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1997,Calços do Tanha
,Red,US,"Because of the difficult vintage, the wine struggles to achieve ripeness and fruitiness.  Instead, herbs dominate.  That aside, it's balanced and elegant, and gets an A for effort.  Rich meats will coax out whatever sugars are hiding in there.",,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Castle
,White,US,"Intensely bright fruit and high acidity characterize this Monterey County wine, with its peach and guava flavors.  It's very clean, and scours the palate.  The long, fruity finish is a little sweet, with a slightly sour note of lees.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Ventana 1999 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1999,Ventana
,Red,US,"Blach cherry, blackberry, smoky oak and tangy acidity drive this somewhat lean version of Napa Cabernet.  The finish is moderate and bright.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Franciscan
12,Sparkling,France,"The pretty salmon-pink color of this sparkler perfectly presages the strawberry fruit on the nose and in the mouth.  Bits of leather and toast add a dose of complexity, but the wine turns very tart on the finish, verging on sour.",Grande Brut Rosé,31,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Grande Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-grande-brut-rose-champagne-12908/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
,Sparkling,France,"A soft, floral nose open this mid-weight wine.  the apple-pear aromas and flavors are ripe and slightly sweet, but a slightly dry, chalky note keeps it from becoming cloying, and its just a shade sweeter than the Brut Imperial.  The chalk and apple notes play out on the moderately long finish.",White Star,43,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV White Star  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-white-star-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"Intricate, pretty aromas of red cherry, smoke, strawberry, cigar box and dusty spices are followed by dry but full flavors of berries and fruits.",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Nelson 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Nelson
13.5,Red,Chile,"An attractive bouquet of black plum, smoke, herbs, mocha—even a graphite note—opens this juicy but solidly built wine. Chocolate and herb accents add palate interest, the feel is comfortably plump, but with an underlying firmness and some slightly prickly back-end tannins. Good now, and will improve over the next year or two.",Casillero del Diablo,10,86,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Casillero del Diablo Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-casillero-diablo-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"This is the first vintage made after Chalone purchased the old Staton Hills winery and renamed it Sagelands, and it's clear that improvements are being made. This is spicy and herbal, with ripe but not overripe fruit. The winemaking is straightforward and the flavors clean, with some dill and herb.",,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sagelands
,Red,US,"From this veteran producer, a very pretty wine, suitable for early consumption.  The berry, tomato and mushroom aromas are joined to dry, spicy flavors.  Drinks light and tart in the middle, but a success for the vintage.",,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 1998 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1998,Thomas Fogarty
11.9,Sparkling,Spain,"Complex aromas of ginger, spring flowers, toast and anise lead into a palate full of mild citrus fruits—pink grapefruit and tangelo. Soft and smooth and just slightly off-dry.",Aria Estate Extra Dry,13,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Extra Dry  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-aria-estate-extra-dry-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Segura Viudas
,Red,US,"The blend includes 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 8% Cabernet Franc, which adds some nice texture to the nose. It's very ripe and somewhat alcoholic, with straightforward, jammy fruit balanced against firm acids and tannins. Big, bordering on rustic, and delicious.",,30,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,US,"It's a bit shy in the nose, but the flavors are full enough, with spearmint, citrus and apple-fruit.  It's dryish, crisp, round, bright and tart.  A nice mouthful at a fair price.",Middle Ridge Vineyard Private Reserve,13,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Windsor 2000 Middle Ridge Vineyard Private Reserve Fumé Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-2000-middle-ridge-vineyard-private-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Windsor
,White,US,"Usually made sweet, this is unusual interpretation.  In fact, it smells sweet, with gingerbread and lime-orange sorbet aromas and similar flavors.  Yet it;s dryish, not really bone-dry, but straddles the border.  This would be good with spicy fusion food.",Dry Muscat Blanc,18,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1999 Dry Muscat Blanc Muscat (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1999-dry-muscat-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Muscat,1999,Navarro
,Red,US,"Big, luscious aromas of dark chocolate, blackberry, pepper, earth and smoke erupt from the glass.  The flavors are extracted and bold, suggesting masses of wild berries.  It's a big hot, with 14.6% alcohol, while aficionados will debate the Port-like notes and raisiny sweetness.",Rockpile Road Vineyard,21,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rosenblum 1999 Rockpile Road Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1999-rockpile-road-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"This big, mouth-filling Pinot starts off with juicy aromas of freshly crushed black-rasberries, toamto and earth, and blasts off in the mouth with spicy berry and cola flavors.  The tannins are silky and light. Crisp acidity keeps it lively.",,21,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Tria 1998 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tria-1998-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Tria
,Sparkling,Italy,"This gets points for its unusual and quite grapey (but not sweet,) quality. There's interest in the mature liqueur-like note on the nose, and a full, toasty, yet still grape-flavored palate. It's a soft sparkler, but with a fine bead and long finish that continues to showcase its individual character",Vino Spumante Brut,14,86,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Trevisiol NV Vino Spumante Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trevisiol-nv-vino-spumante-brut-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Trevisiol
,White,US,"Smells like fresh summer fruit, and tastes like it, too.  Watermelon, peach, apple and a bite of spearmint all come together in a creamy package.  Heightened with just enough acidity to make it sing; it finishes slightly sweet.",Reserve,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2000 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Kenwood
12,Red,Portugal,"This blended red would make a perfect match with a lunch quiche or picnic. It's gutsy enough without being heavy, refined without being overly polished. Blackberry and black cherry aromas and flavors are joined by chocolate and a dusting of cinnamon.",Sinfonia,9,86,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 1999 Sinfonia Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-1999-sinfonia-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,1999,J. Portugal Ramos
13,Red,Portugal,"After a youthful stink blows off, sweet scents of black cherries emerge, gently swathed in folds of toasty oak. Despite the attractive aromas, the palate is a bit thin, albeit silky smooth. A sappy edge suggests a portion of Portuguese oak was used in the upbringing of this Aragones, Trincadeira and Periquita blend.",Marquês de Borba,11,86,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 1999 Marquês de Borba Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-1999-marques-borba-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,1999,J. Portugal Ramos
,Red,US,"There's something about this wine that suggests tarter sauce.  Maybe it's the peppery-hot fruitness in the crisp acidity or the dry tartness.  Whatever, its a saucy little wine, clean as a whistle.  It will go well with any sort of tomato based dish.  Drink it young.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1999 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1999-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Folie à Deux
13.5,White,Chile,"Ripe, even lush tropical fruit aromas mingle with apple-pear scents on the nose of this round, medium-weight Chardonnay. The full, slightly sweet fruit maintains on the palate, framed nicely by butter and toast accents. The okay notes linger on the finish, with its apple-pear reprise.",Casillero del Diablo,10,86,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Casillero del Diablo Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-casillero-diablo-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Concha y Toro
12,Sparkling,France,"This prestige bottling was not corked, but the nose bore odd and musty mushroom, herb and wet-fur aromas.  Earthy and even slightly burnt-as in charred marshmallow-flavors follow, with dry lemon and green apple fruit vying for attention.  The feel is full, but not very lively, and the finish is quite tart.  Tasted twice, with consistent results.",Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs Brut,149,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1995 Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1995-amour-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1995,Deutz
,Sparkling,Spain,"If you like a toasty, dry bubbly, Cristalino is a nice choice given the affordable price. Burnt bread notes mix with vanilla liqueur and green apples on the nose. The palate is bracingly dry and crisp, with lemon and petrol notes. The bead is aggressive, but the back palate nice nad the finish dry, with dusty cinnamon apple notes.",Brut,9,86,Catalonia,Cava,,Cristalino NV Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Cristalino
8.5,White,Portugal,"This Vinho Verde's lively, soft mouthfeel and low alcohol content (8.5%) make it a perfect wine to serve at large, informal gatherings where the palate diversity is wide, and the other beverages on tap are beer. A bright floral, lemon-lime and sour apple bouquet segues into a slightly fruity-sweet palate, where apple and white peach flavors take center stage. Finishes with mineral and lime flavors.",,6,86,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda NV White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-nv-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,,Aveleda
,Red,US,"Smells fruity and big, with briary aromas accompanied by chocolate and mint.  Tastes big, too.  The melange of berry flavor explodes across the palate, delivering waves of spicy fruit.  Very dry.  It's a little too soft, and could use more structure, but that's a minor quibble.",Lencioni Vineyard,22,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Camellia 1999 Lencioni Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camellia-1999-lencioni-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Camellia
,Red,US,"You can smell, plummy, blackberry notes on the nose, along with what seems to be well-charred oak. It's a big wine, full-bodied and dense.  Not for fans of delicacy, but its brawny size will appeal to some.",,24,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Castle
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Warm, homey scents of honey, bacon and toast lead into a citrusy palate tha stays toasty.  The finish is a little rough and coarse; like Pommery's Brut Royal, this wine could use 2-3 years to settle down.",Brut Apanage,38,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Apanage  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-apanage-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
13,White,New Zealand,"This is a weighty, lavishly oaked Chardonnay, allowing only the modest tropical and citrus notes to peek through.  There's decided appeal in it's oak-derived, rich feel and long finish, but we wonder if the fruit will ever really sing.",Longlands,14,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 2000 Longlands Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-2000-longlands-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,2000,Te Awa Farm
,Red,US,"A very fine example of hot-country Zin, it shows blueberry, blackberry and black rasberry aromas dusted with spices, and similar punchy flavors.  The acidity is low, the tannins soft.  Basically dry, but the palate senses the sweetness of huge extract.  Nothing shy here, but what it does, it does well.",Blue Moon Reserve,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 Blue Moon Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-blue-moon-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Tobin James
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Chalky, lemony aromas and slightly buttery yellow plum flavors give this bargain bubbly more pop than pretty much anything else in this price range. Even the dry, lime-tinged finish sparkles. It's light and not particularly complex, but it's still a steal.",Carta Nevada - Brut,7,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada - Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
,White,US,"From the Sonoma side of appellation, this is a ripe, fruity wine brimming with polished peach and breadfruit flavors.  Some may find the lees dominating the aroma and palate.  Give it six months or so and let it calm down.",,20,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Castle
,Red,US,"There's alot of character and punch to this wine, with proper aromas and flavors of well-ripened blackberry and cassis fruit.  Be warned, the tannins are hefty, not quite numbing but big, so drink it with rich foods.  There's a roughness that might mellow out with some age.",Lencioni Vineyard,35,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Camellia 1998 Lencioni Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camellia-1998-lencioni-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Camellia
12.5,Red,Portugal,"This 50-50 blend of Tinta Roriz and Touriga Nacional is aged in new oak; only 7,500 bottles are produced. Buttercream frosting, cassis and a hint of chlorine characterize the bouquet; very sturdy blackberry, plus oak and more cream, round out the palate. Sturdy tannins and a slight metallic note close the medium-length finish.",Touriga Nacional-Tinta Roriz,26,87,Douro,,,Calheiros Cruz 1999 Touriga Nacional-Tinta Roriz Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calheiros-cruz-1999-touriga-nacional-tinta-roriz-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1999,Calheiros Cruz
,White,US,"Just what you want Pinot Gris to be.  Tart and apple-lemony, but with enough richness to satisfy.  Strike the perfect balance of sugar and acid, with an ultraclean finish that leaves a fresh, spicy feeling on the palate.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2000 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Navarro
,Red,US,"A cold climate wine brimming with sharp cherry-rasberry aromas and flavors.  Oak is not evident here--just that big, brilliant blast of fruit, in a very dry wine of considerable acidity.  It's also light as a feather, with airy tannins.  The round, supple texture makes it a restaurant favorite.",Methode a l'Ancienne,19,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1999 Methode a l'Ancienne Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1999-methode-a-lancienne-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Navarro
,Red,US,"Dark and dramtically scented, with a perfume of superbly ripe cassis and plush, smoky oak, it's a pleasure to inhale.  In the mouth, it drinks round and supple, with real flair.  The tannins are exquisite, the acidity soft but supportive.  The one problem is a certain thinness in the middle palate, probably a fault of the vintage.  Drink now, or soon.",Reserve Tapestry,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Reserve Tapestry Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-reserve-tapestry-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"Ripely fruity, with peach, tangerine and tropical fruit flavors and a solid dose of spicy,smoky oak.  There's also a strong, leesy note.  On the palate, it's round and full-bodied, with a rich, honeyed texture and a long finish.",Nagasawa Vineyard,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2000 Nagasawa Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2000-nagasawa-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Paradise Ridge
,White,US,"A single vineyard wine showing lots of bright fruit character.  Lemon Lifesaver and honey aromas mingle with grassy notes, leading to a round, crisp and dry wine with considerable finesse.  It's made in a popular style and will go well with many types of food.",Grandview Vineyard,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 2000 Grandview Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-2000-grandview-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Paradise Ridge
,Red,US,"The label says reserve, but the wine fits more comfortably in the “Regular Joe” category. A bit volatile at first, with vinegar and nail polish aromas, it improves in the glass to show vanilla, spice andcurry over an earthy core of tart cherry fruit.",Winemaker's Reserve,19,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1999 Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1999-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Montinore
,Sparkling,France,"Somewhat orangey citrus notes shown throughout in this popular, medium-weight, balanced mainstay.  Good bead and decent texture mark the palate.  Flavorful, with a core of ripe apple flavor and orange accents that put it towards the sweet end of the Brut range.",Brut Impérial,38,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Brut Impérial  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-brut-imperial-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"Smooth textured with spicy rasberry, cherry, cedar and herb notes.  While it's elegant and supple, it doesn't share the intensity of some of it's Oakville neighbors.  Moderate and bright on the finish.",John C. Sullenger Vineyard,75,87,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1998 John C. Sullenger Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1998-john-c-sullenger-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Nickel & Nickel
,Sparkling,France,"A rich, full mouthfeel with lots of bead, plus apple, egg-custard flavors characterize the Gosset's palate.  The bouquet is quite light, but offers caramel and challah-dough aromas, plus a little herb.  More herb, plus a little lemon, on the soft, rich finish.  A very good Champagne-somewhere between ""kind of ordinary"" and a ""big, powerful wine.""",Excellence Brut,39,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Excellence Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-excellence-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
12.5,Sparkling,France,"The very pale copper color is a bit deceiving, because the cherry flavors are vivid and fresh, combining elegantly with herb and pastry-crust nuances.  Finishes strong, echoing with pie cherries and slightly bitter herbs.",Brut Rosé,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson
,Sparkling,France,"The Ruinart house style leans towards producing elegant lightweight Champagnes and even it's rose follows suit.  Strawberry and citrus aromas give way to berry, toast and mushroom flavors.  It's dry and light--a pink bubbly perfect as a Valentine's Day aperitif.",Brut Rosé,83,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-brut-rose-champagne-13593/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart
,White,US,"This wine walks the line between sweet and tart, showing pumped up fruit in front and vivid, spicy highlights following. The fruit flavors run from pears to pineapple, and overall it's a balanced and juicy bottle, perfect for Pacific Rim cooking.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 2000 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-2000-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Columbia Crest
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Aromas of toastand pear compete on the nose; mature pear and citrus flavors play on the palate.  Its beads are even and strong; its mouthfeel, zippy and crisp.  Finishes with angular but clean lemon and mineral flavors.  A bit young; hold for 2-3 years.",Brut Royal,33,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Royal  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-royal-champagne-13318/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
,Red,Chile,"The nose and palate of this medium-full, slightly burly red are darkly fruited, with sweet cedar, briar tobacco and chocolate accents. A smooth, almost silky texture nearly belies the firm tannic structure beneath, which comes to the fore on the close. This should unfold nicely over the next two years.",Marques de Casa Concha,15,87,Puente Alto,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-marques-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-puente-alto/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"A complex, well-made wine whose middle-of-the-road berry flavors can accompany a wide variety of foods.  It's got the weight of Cabernet without it's authority, the softness of Merlot and the silky tannins of Pinot Noir.  It all makes for a very nice drinking wine.",James Gang Reserve Refosco,38,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 James Gang Reserve Refosco Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-gang-reserve-refosco-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,1999,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Inky black, and late harvest in style, raisiny aromas and flavors.  A big, fat, flamboyant wine, a hot country Zin that's dry and heady, with soft acids and firm tannins.  Perfect with greasy BBQ.",Dusi Vineyard,28,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-dusi-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Dark and plum-scented, with a grapey sweetness as well. The flavors are of sweet cherry and strawberry, plump and forward, with a minty finish. It is a hearty, forward, cleanly made wine that offers a great deal of immediate pleasure.",,9,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Salmon Harbor 2000 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-harbor-2000-merlot-other/,Merlot,2000,Salmon Harbor
,Sparkling,France,"Sweet-tart cherry aromas and flavors, licorice, charcoal and slightly meaty accents characterize this supple rose.  Very soft and frothy on the palate, it has a slight candied note that is not unattractive, but a firmer acid backbone could elevate it to excellence.",Grand Brut Rosé,69,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grand Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grand-brut-rose-champagne-12658/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
,Red,US,"Cabernet Sauvignon dominates and brings lush blackberry fruit and rich tannins.  Sangiovese contributes acidity, tartness and a lean but vital quality.  There's also the kind of dusty tannins that make your tongue stick to your palate.  It's very dry and might improve with mid-term aging.",Diamo Grazie Red Table Wine,42,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Camellia 1999 Diamo Grazie Red Table Wine Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camellia-1999-diamo-grazie-red-table-wine-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Camellia
,Red,US,"From a new winery, an interesting first effort.  The fruit is on the earthy, tannic side, with high acidity, although there are plummy notes.  Yet the structure is impeccable.  Oak highlights rather than dominates.  Probably not meant to be aged, but keep an eye on this winery.",,37,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crane Family 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crane-family-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Crane Family
,White,France,"Apples, earth and tangy oak are prominent in this spicy Chardonnay. Medium weight and tasty, with both a gentle creaminess and a grainy note on the tongue, it has considerable size, though not great depth. Finishes with caramel and spice notes. Drink now through 2005.",,40,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Antonin Rodet 1999  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-1999-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1999,Antonin Rodet
,White,New Zealand,"Medium-weight and structured, this Marlborough Chardonnay shows light aromas of baked apple (or applesauce?) and toast on the nose, and mealy banana and caramel flavors in the mouth.  Its profile makes sense--it's aged in French oak barrels and goes through partial mallactic fermentation.  Lemon, pineapple, chalk and sage perk up the finish.",,20,87,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 2000 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-2000-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Allan Scott
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Though there's lots of creamy oak on the nose, the aromas aren't as cloying as they would be in a California Chard.  People used to California Chards wouldn't know what to make of the palate flavors, either: Reserved, steely mineral notes overlay banana, citrus and a tiny bit of oak.  Soft and minerally in the mouth, it closes with more stony-gravelly notes. (Their webite says that the grapes are grown in stony soil.)",,16,87,Marlborough,,,Framingham 2000 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/framingham-2000-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Framingham
,White,US,"Hogue pulls together a well-balanced, zesty wine with definite herbal nuances and stainless steel styling. It's crisp and precise, sleek and tart, a perfect wine to serve chilled with fresh winter oysters.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-wa/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Hogue
12,Sparkling,France,"Very fragrant, this floral bottling shows bright green herb and lime aromas and flavors. Good acidity and a brisk mouthfeel give it a lively, refreshing character. Finishes with moderate length, more tangy flavors.",Brut,27,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-brut-champagne-12910/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
12,Sparkling,France,"""A toast and caramel sexpot"" is what one reviewer called this 1995 Champagne; others found more fruit to like than smoldering, dark flavors.  Its nose shows fragrant, fresh green-gardeny notes, plus some lime and lemon; on the palate, toast and tart citrus flavors stand out on a lean mouthfeel.  Finish is long and tart, with cherry and lemon accents.",Brut,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-1995-brut-champagne-13382/,Champagne Blend,1995,Piper-Heidsieck
,Red,US,"This is a soft, sensual wine, with a lovely nose mixing cassis and toast, spice and coffee. There's a lovely mingling of forward, exotic scents and flavors, then some pickle barrel and dill in the finish. Some may like that more than others, but it's very well made, and food-ready.",,34,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Tamarack Cellars
12,Sparkling,Italy,"An attractive pinkish-gold color announces the full, attractive juice of this Blanc de Noirs. Apple, hay and toast flavors, plus an even, fairly full mouthfeel and long finish with dry, appley flavors wrap up the neat package.",Blanc de Noir Brut,11,87,,Trentino,,Rotari NV Blanc de Noir Brut  (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-blanc-de-noir-brut-trentino-13656/,Champagne Blend,,Rotari
13,White,Argentina,"This bright, spicy white made from an uncommon variety, is a notable value that deserves attention. The vibrant lime, tangerine and lychee aromas and full, well-fruited mouthfeel are a winning combination. Turns drier on the finish, maintaining interest from stem to stern. Lovely on its own, and will pair well with spicy foods, too.",,7,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2001 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2001-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2001,Santa Julia
12.5,White,Argentina,"This bright, spicy white of an uncommon variety is a notable value deserving attention. The vibrant lime, tangerine and lychee aromas and full, well-fruited mouthfeel are a winning combination. Turns drier on the finish, maintaining interest from stem to stern. Lovely on its own, and will pair well with spicy foods, too.",,7,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-torrontes-mendoza-12886/,Torrontés,2000,Santa Julia
,Red,US,"Classic South Coast Pinot.  The aromas and flavors veer towards herbal and vegetative: tomatoes, sage, hard spices and rich, black earth.  It's a smooth wine, with peppery tannins that hide a core of dark stone-fruit.",Chamisal Vineyard,24,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 1999 Chamisal Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-1999-chamisal-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stephen Ross
13.8,Red,US,"With complex aromas of blackberry, mushroom and beet, and  an overlay of smoky oak, this wine tastes young, rich an sappy.  It's quite dry--even tart at this young age--but with a core of berry fruit and enough dusty tannins to suggest short-term aging.  Try after 2002.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 1998 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,La Crema
13.5,White,US,"Packaged in a fancy bottle, it stakes a claim to class. Does it succeed? Yes, with pretty apple and spice aromas and rich apple- citrus flavors. Tart acids make it bright, and there are some nice dusty tannins. Doesn't quite achieve complexity, but it's a great drink, and, at this price, one of the year's best values in a white apéritif-style wine.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Maddalena 1999 Pinot Grigio (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Maddalena
,Red,US,"Here's California sunshine in a bottle, from the pruny raisiny aromas to the full-throttle berry-preserve flavors and the whopping 15.5% alcohol.  It's dry, but all that ripe fruit make your palate think it's tasting Port.  Distinctive stuff, and defines this style of Zin.",Neese Vineyards,17,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Guiseppe 2000 Neese Vineyards Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guiseppe-2000-neese-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,2000,Guiseppe
,White,US,"Has tangerine and smoke aromas, plus hints of oak and lees.  It's quite fruity, with brilliant acidity, which makes it more brittle than, say, a Sonoma Chard.  It's dryish, with a very long, spicy finish.  Enjoy it now with rich, spicy, buttery foods.",Premiere Reserve,18,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1999 Premiere Reserve Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1999-premiere-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Navarro
,White,US,"Meridian strikes again with this spiffy Chard packed with well-ripened tropical fruits and spices, and a solid dose of smoky oak.  It's clean, crisp and intense, with a honeyed texture and long finish.",,11,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Meridian
13,White,New Zealand,"Gooseberry and white-pepper aromas are followed by a bold, clean palate that is so racy it's like taking a drink of cold mountain spring water.  Lime and green melon shift in and out in layers.  The finish is lean and long, driven by vital acidity.  An idal aperitif wine.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Tohu 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tohu-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Tohu
12,Sparkling,France,"A solid choice, though perhaps not especially inspiring, the nonvintage Roederer Brut has a crisp apple-floral-toast nose and a light, even mouthfeel with lively bead.  More apple appears on the palate, plus tart lemon and chalk notes.  Finishes long and crisp, with similar flavors.  A bit young-consider aging for 2-3 years.",Premier Brut,51,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Premier Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-premier-brut-champagne-13328/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer
,Red,Portugal,"The aromas show great complexity, blending hints of forest underbrush and game with spicy cranberry and chocolate. A supple mouthfeel and moderate tannins make this accessible now, while a squirt of acidity on the finish means it should work well with food.",Vinho Tinto,14,87,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 1999 Vinho Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-1999-vinho-tinto-red-douro/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta do Crasto
,Red,US,"Capture's Pinot's delicate side, with smoky rasberry and vanilla notes and traces of tomato, rhubarb and tea.  The tannins are delicate with soft acidity. A certain earthiness in the aroma and finish suggests mid-term cellaring.",Reserve,30,87,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-northern/,Pinot Noir,1998,Rodney Strong
,Sparkling,France,"A light (and do I mean light) herbal bouquet open onto a palate packed with minerally flavors and texture, backed by a little citrus.  The mouthfeel is pleasant with lively bead.  Though its flavor profile is succint, there are no signs elegance in this bottle.",Demoiselle Premier Choix de Cuvées Brut,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Premier Choix de Cuvées Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-premier-choix-cuvees-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
,Sparkling,France,"Light floral scents and Bartlett pear aromas are attractive.  But a touch of cheddar cheese seems out of place.  Green apple and pear flavors come in front of a lime-tinged finish.  An easy-goer, but not without some spunk.  Calrity and freshness are its best attributes.",Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut,40,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-blanc-blancs-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
,Red,US,"With complex aromas of blackberry, mushroom and beet, and an overlay of smoky oak, this wine tastes young, rich and sappy. It's quite dry—even tart at this young age—but with a core of berry fruit and enough dusty tannins to suggest short-term aging. Try after 2002.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,La Crema 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,La Crema
,Red,US,"The aroma is almost delicate for a Paso Zin.  It's faintly earthy and dusty, with hints of berries.  It's also austere in the mouth, with dusty tannins wrapped around soft, berry fruit.  This is a wine of structural integrity.  Dry and balanced.",Westside,19,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Peachy Canyon
,Red,New Zealand,"While it's a touch flat at first, airing brings this wine to life in no time.  Cherry fruit is the calling card, and some creamy oak offers a sweet backdrop.  More forward and full than it's racy or complex ; Jackson's 2000 should satisfy anyone seeking a down the middle modern Pinot with structure and Burgundy-like acidity.",,30,87,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2000 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2000-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Jackson Estate
,White,US,"A spicy blend of melon, lemon, litchi and herb flavors made in a fairly dry style with good, tangy acidity at the end.",,9,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2000 Gewürztraminer (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2000-gewurztraminer-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Alexander Valley Vineyards
14.4,Red,US,"An earthy style, with rich tannins and notes of mushroom, beet and tea riding over black rasberry and stone-fruit flavors.  This full-bodied wine packs a solid punch and ends on a tannic note.  Cellar-worthy for mid-term aging.",,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Artesa
,Red,US,"Reininger makes their Red Table Wine from lots not selected for their other wines, but it's a nice effort, and attractively priced. Ripe and plummy, it smells of raisins, spices and ground coffee. It is open and soft, showing mature fruit and interesting nuances of leaf and toast.",Red Table Wine,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 1999 Red Table Wine Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-1999-red-table-wine-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,1999,Reininger
,Red,US,"Quite fragrant, with pretty cherry and vanilla notes up front.  The tannins are ripe, though a bit rustic, and support a blend of black cherry, spice, cassis, and earth tones.  Moderately long finish.",Beatty Ranch,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sparrow Lane 1999 Beatty Ranch Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sparrow-lane-1999-beatty-ranch-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Sparrow Lane
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Full and soft in the mouth, but not overly effervescent. Pleasingly sweet honey and floral notes unfold in the mouth; they are prefaced by slight citrus and yeast notes in the bouquet. Meringue, chalk powder and lemon peel flavors sum things up. It's yummy, easy to drink, balanced and not at all cloying.",Sergio Extra Dry,18,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Sergio Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-sergio-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
,Red,US,"This is a fragrant, very fruity style, a blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 44% Merlot. Bright, well-defined cherry-berry fruit carries with it a solid wallop of alcohol. The acids remain high enough to balance it out, and there is just enough new oak to add interest, without dominating.",Tradition Red Wine,50,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 1998 Tradition Red Wine Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-1998-tradition-red-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Gordon Brothers
14,White,New Zealand,"Clean and refreshing are the operative words.  With only three months aging in oak and partial malolactic fermentation, this lightweight Chard toes the line of balance nicely, even coming across as crisp.  Honeydew and nectarine aromas dominate.  Fresh green melon drives the long, dry finish.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Charles Wiffen 2000 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-wiffen-2000-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Charles Wiffen
13.8,White,New Zealand,"Opening aromas of butter, vanilla and cream (and a creamy mouthfeel) almost make you wistful for overoaked Claifornia Chards, but the Brancott is lighter and more elegant.  Airy marshmallow and butterscotch flavors are balanced by loads of pear. Finishes with a lean, pear skin, mineral back end.",Reserve,17,88,Gisborne,,,Brancott 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1999-reserve-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1999,Brancott
,Red,US,"In the mode of other '98s this is a forward, fruity, approachable and quite likeable wine. It shows fruity, soft scents and round, forward, fairly simple flavors. Tobacco and leaf highlight a flavorful finish.",Sunnymount Cuvée,50,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Benton-Lane 1998 Sunnymount Cuvée Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-1998-sunnymount-cuvee-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Benton-Lane
,Red,US,"A really young wine, almost black in color, and sharply aromatic with cedar, cassis and minty -clove note.  Below woody influences are herbal-fruity aromas, including sage, oregano, and blackberry.  Very dry and somewhat tannic, it's well-made and elegant, despite the vintage's shortcomings.",Estate,60,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Benziger 1998 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Benziger
,White,US,"Oakier than the regular bottling, with smoky, woodsy sap and vanilla highlights underlying citrus and crisp pippin-apple flavors.  It's full-bodied, dense, a wine more suitable for food than a cocktail.  Finishes stylishly dry.",Devin,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1999 Devin White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1999-devin-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,1999,Buttonwood Farm
,White,US,"From a perennial value leader, a refreshingly fruity wine with quite a bit of oaky complexities.  Its got bold tropical fruit flavor and rich spiciness and full-bodied structure, an assertive wine of distinctive quality.  It's the equal of more expensive Chards, and a nice value.",,14,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Buena Vista
,Red,US,"Not normally bottled on it's own, so this wine might surprise you with its concentrated plum, licorice and oaky scents and deep berry flavors.  The texture is viscous and thick, while both acids and tannins are soft.  The dry finish is the best part--long and penetrating.",,32,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 1999 Petit Verdot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-petit-verdot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Petit Verdot,1999,Murphy-Goode
13.5,White,New Zealand,"For a crisp, fresh white that dances with fish or shrimp, look no further. The wine saw some malolactic fermentation and even less barrel fermentation, but both are noticeable in the round body. As far as aromas and flavors, it's citrusy, emphasizing grapefruit and orange rind. In many ways it's akin to Sauvignon Blanc; steely and lean, but hardly weak.",,15,88,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2000 Pinot Gris (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-otago/,Pinot Gris,2000,Mt. Difficulty
,Red,US,"There is nothing shy about this blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Thick and jammy, it showcases juicy, succulent fruit with a tart, youthful grip. It needs more time to soften and open up, but has the balance and the weight for cellaring.",Parallel 46,30,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 1998 Parallel 46 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-1998-parallel-46-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Powers
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Round and intriguing, but the bead is rather weak.  Hints of baked corn bread and smoke are found on the nose, with ripe, apple dominating the deep, full-bodied palate.  The same apple flavor expands on the zippy finish.",,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1995  Champagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1995-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pommery
12,Sparkling,France,"Bread, floral and hay aromas segue into dried apple and talcum-powder flavors.  Bead is even; finishes full and long.  Impressed the hell out of some reviewers, but left others lukewarm.  Try it for yourself.",Brut,32,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
13.5,Red,US,"Classic Central Coast Pinot, with strawberry-daiquiri, smoke, tomato, exotic hard-spice and sauteed mushrooms aromas leading to intense, nervy rasberry flavors.  Chilly nights provide crisp acidity.  Drink now and over the next few years.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 1999 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,1999,Morgan
,Red,US,"A pretty, pale cherry color, distinctly scented with root beer and cherry cola. The fruit is fairly light, but clean, well-defined by crisp acids, and finished off with well-integrated flavors of bark and stem.",Pierce's Elbow Vineyard,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1999 Pierce's Elbow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1999-pierces-elbow-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Montinore
,Red,France,"Velvety yet sturdy, showing nuance and complexity, even though still youthfully tight. The dark cherry, cinnamon and violet bouquet, and the more plummy, even mouth with its semisweet chocolate accents are solid and pleasing. Time is needed, though, to smooth out some tart notes and still-edgy tannins. The dusty cocoa and sour cherry close is dry, long and tight. Drink 2003-2007.",,37,88,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Antonin Rodet 1999  Nuits-St.-Georges,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-1999-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,1999,Antonin Rodet
12.5,Red,Portugal,"This tasty, well-made red features a sweet, smoky oak-heavy nose and then a dense, rich palate of sweet cherries and ripe plums floating in vanilla. Smooth and stylish at all key points, it's easy to drink and easy to like. A calling card for Portugal.",Marquês de Borba Reserva,45,88,Alentejo,,,J. Portugal Ramos 1999 Marquês de Borba Reserva Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-portugal-ramos-1999-marques-borba-reserva-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,1999,J. Portugal Ramos
15.4,Red,US,"From a famous moutain vineyard, a huge, concentrated wine of power rather than subtletyl.  Massive flavors of wild berries explodes in the mouth, along with dry tannins.  It's outsized at the moment, but not the kind of wine to benefit from age.  Enjoy it now in all its Hulkian glory.",Monte Rosso Vyd Grand Reserve,21,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Monte Rosso Vyd Grand Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-monte-rosso-vyd-grand-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"A fleshy, earthy, yet very dry wine, with cherry, cranberry and rhubarb aromas and flavors cradled in sweet oak.  There's a pretty, layered texture of soft velvet, and a spine of crisp acidity for balance.  Not an anger, but made for immediate pleasure.",,25,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seghesio 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Seghesio
,Red,Chile,"Big but supple, with a full vibrant bouquet of smoky, toasty oak over dark plum and cherry fruit. The palate shows more of the same, with coffee and chocolate accents. This tasty, likable oakster finishes with good length and a cocoa hint.",Marques de Casa Concha,15,88,Peumo,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Marques de Casa Concha Merlot (Peumo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-marques-casa-merlot-peumo/,Merlot,1999,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"A single-vineyard Zin bursting with ripe, jammy red and black rasberry fruit and sweet , vanilla-tinged, smoky aromas from French oak.  Stresses elegance rather than weight or size, with pretty, melted tannins and a soft, velvety mouthfeel.",Palisade Vineyard,28,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 1999 Palisade Vineyard Zinfandel (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1999-palisade-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-stags-leap-district/,Zinfandel,1999,Clos du Val
13.5,Red,US,"Tamarack is named for a tree found around Walla Walla. This is a solidly crafted Merlot, with a seductive nose showing sweet fruit, vanilla wafer and graham cracker. Young, firm and tart, it opens up slowly, hinting at rich, textured fruit beneath the oak and considerable acid.",,28,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Tamarack Cellars 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamarack-cellars-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Tamarack Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"Another succulent wine from this producer.  The cool climate produced a lightly colored, delicate wine, with spicy, rasberry, pepper and rhubarb flavors and high acidity.  Refined, dry and elegant, it showcases its terroir.",Reserve,48,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Handley
12,Sparkling,France,"Fragrant hay, apple and stone-fruit aromas waft from the bouquet.  Though it offers a dried-pear herb-mineral profile in the mouth, and an even, effervescent mouthfeel, don't expect much bead in the glass.  Finishes long and dry, but flavorful.",Yellow Label Brut,50,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Yellow Label Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-yellow-label-brut-champagne-13392/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,White,US,"Lemony fresh on the nose.  Then it fans out to reveal hints of gooseberry, melon, grapefruit and mineral tones.  Quite delicate and lovely.",,14,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Simi
,White,US,"Tangy, lemony notes annouce a creamy textured wine that serves up plenty of pear, citrus, apple and vanilla flavors.  The finish is smooth yet bright.",D'argent,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silver Rose Cellars 1999 D'argent Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-rose-cellars-1999-dargent-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Silver Rose Cellars
,White,US,"A pleasing, fruity blend of melon, citrus, fig, anf herb flavors that finishes long and bright with a mineral edge.",,13,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Honig
,Sparkling,France,"Slightly darker in color than other Champagnes, the Gosset's nose is understated, with subtle cherry, honey, grain and leather notes.  Full in the mouth with even bead and a rich mouthfeel, it offers a palate profile that matches the bouquet.  ""Has an elegance that you don't see in many of the others,"" wrote one reviewer.  Long acherry and dark plum finish.",Grand,79,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset 1996 Grand  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-1996-grand-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1996,Gosset
,Red,US,"This is a deeply fruity, smooth wine with some nuance, without necessarily being complex, if that make any sense.  It's aromatic, bone-dry and tart, with lip-smacking black cherry flavors, and some hefty but negotiable tannins.",Harvey Vineyard,8,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1999 Harvey Vineyard Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1999-harvey-vineyard-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,1999,Folie à Deux
,Red,US,"This is the kind of wine that allows everday consumers to experience the joys of a beautifully made dry, red wine.  It's not a blockbuster, but with deep berry and stone fruit flavors, pretty tannins and rich, dry texture, it's among the best of its class.  Kudos to this winery for keeping the price so low.  Amazing value.",Coastal,12,88,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Coastal Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-coastal-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"This is a lovely bottle, with clean, crisp fruit providing the backbone. Complex flavors of melon, fig and sweetpea, just the right hint of grassiness, and some good, toasty vanilla make for a full-flavored, satisfying bottle.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 2000 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-wa/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Barnard Griffin
,Red,France,"A classic, firm red Burgundy with tart, bright cherry, toast, leather and licorice aromas and flavors. It's a bit rustic, but in a ruggedly masculine way, with a full mouthfeel and substantial, puckering tannins that call out for cellaring or substantial food. Best held until 2004+.",,40,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Antonin Rodet 1999  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonin-rodet-1999-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1999,Antonin Rodet
12,Sparkling,France,"Herbal, grassy aromas waftfrom its nose, accented by traces of lemon-lime and toast.  Toast, pear and citrus flavors show both the palate and the finish.  One reviewer called it, ""ordinary, but done well,"" but we think that there is nothing wrong, in this case, with getting what you expect when you imagine what good Champagne should taste like.",Réserve Brut,68,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1995 Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1995-reserve-brut-champagne-13393/,Champagne Blend,1995,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,US,"Bright cherry and spice flavors dominate, followed by racy cinnamon, tea and pepper notes.  Moderate body and silky texture.",,38,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Morgan
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Clean and lively, this is just what most people seek in a Prosecco. The initially faint citrus bouquet opens nicely, and the medium-dry lemon-lime palate is light and refreshing, but with presence and texture. The surprisingly fine bead is steady and the floral citrus finish a very pretty close.",Frizzante (Soft White Wine),12,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Frizzante (Soft White Wine)  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-frizzante-soft-white-wine-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Americans don't generally refer to Alsace for sparklers, but this soft and flavorful, medium-weight offering is a pleasant surprise. It opens with flower and herb aromas, and the palate shows lemon and stone fruit flavors and a fine persistent bead. Finishes with decent length and citrus hints.",Dynastie Brut,18,88,Alsace,Crémant d'Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 1997 Dynastie Brut Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-1997-dynastie-brut-sparkling-cremant-dalsace/,Sparkling Blend,1997,Pierre Sparr
,Red,US,"From 85-year-old, head-pruned vines; a full-bodied, jammy Zin bursting with the spicy aromas and flavors that make California's own variety so popular. The tannins are soft but intricate, and vibrant acidity provides lively balance.",,29,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 1997 Zinfandel (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-1997-zinfandel-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Murrieta's Well
,Red,US,"This is essentially DDO's reserve bottling, and is released later than the regular, so the '98 is current. Dark and fleshy, it has an open, earthy nose redolent of barnyard, leaf and blossom. It is borderline rustic, smelling of forest floor. The finish is quite rough and tannic.",Laurene,50,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Drouhin 1998 Laurene Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-1998-laurene-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Drouhin
,Red,US,"This Chalone-owned property was purchased in 1999, and this represents the first serious red wine made under the new administration.  Bright and herbal, it has cherry fruit nuanced with tobacco leaf and brightened with crisp acids.  Clean and lively, and attractively priced.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Sagelands 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sagelands-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Sagelands
13,White,New Zealand,"Bright and easy to drink, this Chardonnay has a super smooth mouthfeel--its well balanced, round and on the creamy side.  Smells yellow--butter, pear skin and white peach stand out.  In the mouth, caramel and almost tropical-fruit notes dominate.  It's more reserved than it sounds.",,16,88,Gisborne,,,Tohu 2000 Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tohu-2000-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2000,Tohu
,White,US,"Fresh figs and citrus characterize this blend of 85% Sémillon and 15% Sauvignon Blanc from some top Columbia Valley vineyards. Sur lie aging adds a creamy concentration, and malolactic fermentation cuts the acids. Good winemaking adds up to a beautiful bottle at a fair price.",Barrel-Fermented Semillon,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 2000 Barrel-Fermented Semillon Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-2000-barrel-fermented-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2000,L'Ecole No. 41
13.5,Red,Argentina,"A bouquet of dark, earthy Malbec fruit and tangy oak opens this dense, compact red. The mouth shows similar flavors and a full, chewy feel. Finishes with firm but not harsh tannins, spice and earth notes. A fine candidate for a few years'cellaring, which should allow it to open it up hopefully adding elegance to its considerable power.",Reserva,11,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Santa Julia
14.1,Red,US,"Dark and richly scented, this youthful wine burst with black rasberry and blueberry aromas, mocha coffee with a dash of cinnamon.  Drinks supple, round and ripely fruity, with succulent flavors that last through the spicy, finely tannic finish.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Lambert Bridge
,Sparkling,Spain,"Pretty toasty aromas lead off, followed by lively lemon, pear, melon and apple notes. Moderate on the finish, though clean and fresh at the end.",,21,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Parxet NV  Cava,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Parxet
,Red,US,"An elegant style that is made from 50-year-old vines.  The wine is made in a refined style.  Not effusive, but showing a fine blend of black-currant, cherry, herb and toast flavors.  Lovely now, but it should also improve nicely in the cellar.",Domaine du Bone,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mutt Lynch 1999 Domaine du Bone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-1999-domaine-bone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Mutt Lynch
,White,US,"A very nice complete wine, with something for everyone.  Fans of fruit will rejoice in the ripe, spicy peach and pear flavors, oakies will like the woodsy smoke and vanilla.  The creamy smooth texture leads to a spicy, leesy finish.",Reserve,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Kenwood
14.2,Red,US,"Jammy and fruity-sweet, it bursts with aromas of rasberries, cherries, strawberries and a cool waft of refreshing mint.  The flavors are also berry fresh and wrapped in soft, elegant tannins.  Crisp acidity provides balance.  This is a nice, all-purpose wine that will go with a wide range of foods.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Artesa 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Artesa
12,Sparkling,France,"This mature wine opens with rich apple and carmel aromas.  the bead is excellent, the mouthfeel still taut and bracingly dry, showing the high acidity seen in many 1988s.  Displays bitter citrus, herb and apple-skin flavors and a long lemon and spice finish with a burnt matchstick element.  Tasters noted the dichotomy between the seductive, ripe nose and lean palate.  This may need even more time.",R.D. Extra Brut,150,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1988 R.D. Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1988-rd-extra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1988,Bollinger
13.5,White,Argentina,"Aged 100% in new French oak, this Chardonnay succeeds admirably in balancing full, ripe fruit, good acidity and creamy vanillin elements. Apple, orange, pumpkin-spice and vanilla notes on the nose open to a round, similarly flavored palate. The long finish shows elegant, tangy oak notes and apple and cream echoes. Drink now through 2004.",Q,22,89,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 1999 Q Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-1999-q-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,1999,Zuccardi
12,Sparkling,France,"Mature, musty, meaty notes plus fruity play on the nose; the palate offersdry cherry, mineral and burnt-toast flavors.  It's even in the mouth, though on the soft side, and finishes long, with dry fruit and foggy-smoky notes.",Brut Rosé,44,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
,White,New Zealand,"You may mistake this light and elegant Chard for a white Burgundy; It's light on the nose, with flour-chalk and herbal notes.  Apple-skin and tart pear flavors take over in the mouth.  Even and medium-bodied on the palate, it finishes gravelly in texture, with lime -rind and herb flavors.",Zell,40,89,Waiheke Island,,,Goldwater 2000 Zell Chardonnay (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-2000-zell-chardonnay-waiheke-island/,Chardonnay,2000,Goldwater
,White,US,"This is beautifully sweet and fragrant in the glass, redolent of citrus blossom and a hint of talcum powder. Off-dry with a distinctive spicy streak, it seems to gain concentration through the finish. Big apricot and tangerine fruit extends into a soft, spicy landing.",,7,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 2000 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-2000-riesling-other/,Riesling,2000,Covey Run
12,Sparkling,France,"Mature caramel, soy sauce, meat and apple butter notes open this medium-full, creamy, rich Champagne.  In the mouth, tasters were quick to identify the earth, leather and red plum flavors that come from this wine's healthy dose of Pinot Noir.  Finishes long and dry, with hints of cherry and yeast.",La Grande Année Brut,90,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1992 La Grande Année Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1992-la-grande-annee-brut-champagne-13332/,Champagne Blend,1992,Bollinger
,White,US,"This is the recipe for expensive Chard in California: Get the fruit good and spicy-ripe.  Keep yields low so it's intense.  Lavish it with the best oak, and keep it on the lees, stirred frequently for months.  There's more of course, but that's the basic outline.  This wine follows the rules and is very good.",Arroyo Vista,25,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,J. Lohr 1999 Arroyo Vista Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-1999-arroyo-vista-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1999,J. Lohr
13.6,Red,US,"Though still young and tight, this lovely wine will open up over the course of several hours to reveal ripe, varietal fruit, full-bodied with tannins and acids balanced and integrated.  It shows textbook flavors, and a sure hand at the tiller.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Canoe Ridge
13.9,Red,US,"Start with South Central coast aromas of tomato, rhubarb, hard spices, tea and blackberries, with oaky complexities.  These notes follow in the mouth, with blackberry and cherry flavors.  The tannins pack a solid punch, but not so much that you can't drink it tonight.",Reserve,38,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Morgan 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1999,Morgan
,Sparkling,France,"Unusual, mature and richly aromatic, with dried fruit and flower aromas, and a deep broth-marinade note.  It's rather sedate on the palate, with modest bead and mousse, but the soy, plum and burnt sugar flavors are complex, like mature Pinot Noir.  Finishes slightly sweet with a smoky, ashy note.",Cuvée de Tentation Demi-Sec,,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis de Sacy 1986 Cuvée de Tentation Demi-Sec  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sacy-1986-cuvee-tentation-demi-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1986,Louis de Sacy
,Red,US,"The Cabernet Franc has been released each year since 1991, and it is consistently fine. Less tannic than most examples of varietal Franc, it has a pretty cherry/berry bouquet, augmented with chocolate shavings and cedar. Tart, with good grip and high acids, it's a wine to age and enjoy with rich meats.",Signature Series Red Willow Vineyard,22,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1998 Signature Series Red Willow Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-signature-series-red-willow-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Columbia Winery
,White,US,"Very ripe, with lots of triopical fruit and a generous dusting of crushed oriental spices such as ginger and cinnamon.  Oak overlays add vanilla and smoke notes and a creamy, smooth texture.  This is a very complete, satisfying wine.  Try with grilled shrimp.",,17,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Castle
12,Sparkling,France,"This mature wine opens with rich apple and caramel aromas. The bead is excellent, the mouthfeel still taut and bracingly dry, showing the high acidity seen in many 1988s. Displays bitter-citrus, herb and apple-skin flavors and a long lemon and spice finish with a burnt matchstick element. Tasters noted the dichotomy between the seductive, ripe nose and lean palate. This may need even more time.",R.D. Extra Brut,150,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1988 R.D. Extra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1988-r-d-extra-brut-champagne-13333/,Champagne Blend,1988,Bollinger
,Red,US,"Herb, earth and spice aromas and flavors dominate, with suggestions of rhubarb, tomato and tea, plus pepper and smoky, oaky notes.  Fills the mouth with powerful berry and fruit flavors, but it's very dry, with enough tannic structure to provide size and weight.",,24,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Artesa 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Artesa
13.5,Red,US,"A young, fresh Pinot that's very full bodied.  Almost purple in color, the flavors are of black-cherry marmalade, clove, allspice and smoke, with a hint of oaky sweetness.  It's very pure, with feather-soft tannins.  Lip-smackingly delicious through the finish.",,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2000 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,2000,Babcock
,White,US,"From a tru Chardonnay pioneer in California, and always a great value, this crisply wine is rich and balanced.  The fruit is not weighed down by too much oak, leaving the bright apple and peach flavors to shine through.  The finish is long and fruity.",Riva Ranch Reserve,15,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 1999 Riva Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1999-riva-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1999,Wente
,Red,US,"This has immediate appeal, with its jammy, strawberry-cherry nose leading into a ripe, firm wine, set up with crisp acids and stiff tannins. A nice whiff of coffee highlights the somewhat rough, woody finish.",Parson's Ridge Vineyard,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1999 Parson's Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1999-parsons-ridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Montinore
,Red,US,"Opens with the prettiest wildberry and brambly, peppery aromas, and gorgeous, sumptuously fruity flavors.  It's round and supple, with some nice weight; a sheer joy to drink.  Of course, it's soft, but that's warm country old-vine Zin for you.",Hensley-Lauchland Vineyard Old Vine,20,89,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sable Ridge 1999 Hensley-Lauchland Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sable-ridge-1999-hensley-lauchland-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1999,Sable Ridge
,Red,US,"A bit riper than this winery's Chamisal bottling, this one has black-cherry aromas well framed by earthier, herbal notes that include tomato and beet.  Oak adds chocolate and vanilla notes.  It's fairly tannic, with rich berry fruit and earthy complexity.  Cellar it for a year or two.",Edna Ranch,28,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Stephen Ross 1999 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stephen-ross-1999-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stephen Ross
,Red,US,"This wine's style is forward and fruity, perfumed with the scent of strawberry preserves. It shows good concentration in the mouth, with sweet, almost candied, flavors of cherry and strawberry. The finish is ripe, smooth and a bit syrupy. Only 650 cases made.",Thea's Selection,29,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 1999 Thea's Selection Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-1999-theas-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lemelson
,White,US,"Primarily Sauvignon Blanc, this wine is tart, dry, crisp and spicy, with zesty acids that scour the palate and make the tastebuds sing.  Semillon adds richer, nutty and floral notes.  It's a complex wine, with a great depth of flavor that persists into the long finish.  Nice job, and a good value for the quality.",The Novelist,16,89,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 1999 The Novelist Meritage (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-novelist-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-other/,Meritage,1999,M. Cosentino
13.5,Red,US,"Mondavi has tried to create a Bordeaux-style Zin, and has largely succeeded.  It possesses all the necessary pepper, wildberry and earth notes, and it's a full-bodied wine, but it's controlled, a stallion in stirrups.  It's very dry, dusty and atypical and, if a Zin can be so called, subtle.",,21,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Robert Mondavi
13,White,New Zealand,"A light floral, hay and fresh cut grass bouquet prefaces a palate with clover honey, citrus, mineral and fresh dill flavors, balanced by plenty of yellow fruit.  It's medium-weight and angular, but classy, and finishes taut with lemon-slate flavors.",,14,89,Marlborough,,,Charles Wiffen 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-wiffen-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Charles Wiffen
,Red,US,"Right out of the bottle this is a smooth, tightly constructed Pinot, layered with beetroot, tomato, sassafras and leaf scents, tasting spicy and firm. The fruit is dark and laced with coffee, and it seems certain to improve further with 3-5 years of bottle age.",Reserve,30,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Benton-Lane 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Benton-Lane
,Red,US,"Clear, pure aromas combine floral, black stone-fruit and earthy notes, leading to a rich, well-structured wine with good acidity and lush tannins, framed in sumptuous oak. There's pretty blackberry fruit in the finish of this dry, appealing wine.",McNab Ranch,35,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Benziger 1998 McNab Ranch Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-mcnab-ranch-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,1998,Benziger
12,Sparkling,France,"This copper-colored beauty offers deep cherry, butterscotch candy and pastry-shop aromas, with whiffs of cinnamon and nutmeg.  Cherry and croissant-pastry flavors are kept in check with a slight mineral tang; in the mouth, it's medium-weight, with medium bead.  Finishes with complex caramel-chalk flavors.  ""Dig it,"" wrote one reviewer, who cautioned that it might be too elegant.  No complaints here.",Réserve Brut Rosé,80,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1995 Réserve Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1995-reserve-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,US,"Montinore has just begun releasing single-vineyard Pinots, and the results so far are promising. This wine sports elegant cherry fruit, soft tannins and a sensuous, feminine style. Smooth and well-built, it descends into a tight tannic finish that suggests needing some additional time in the cellar.",Graham's Block 7,30,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1999 Graham's Block 7 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1999-grahams-block-7-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Montinore
,Red,US,"Plush and warming, this lovely wine has earthy, dark stone fruit aromas and flavors, and a dollop of smoky oak. It's bone dry, with lush, intricate but melted tannins, and a very nice structure. Has that elusive quality known as elegance.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1998 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1998-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1998,Castle
,Red,New Zealand,"Deep in color with a friendly back-fruit-dominant bouquet.  This is all about ripe blackberries, with just the slightest touch of meatiness giving it some teeth.  If you're seeking plump, New World Pinot Noir, this fits the bill.  Round and cheery; the low acidity says,""drink me now.""",Anderson Vineyard,35,90,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Anderson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-anderson-vineyard-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kim Crawford
,Red,US,"Dark, dramatic, and showy, with smoke, blackberry, roasted coffee-bean, spice, tomato and sweet oak aromas.  Rich, full-bodied and dry, with great depth of flavor.  It has finesse, harmony and elegance.",Reserve,40,90,California,California Other,California,Benziger 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Benziger
,Sparkling,France,"Fragrant peach aromas open this gently perfumed and flavored wine.  Soft mousse, moderate acidity, mild citrus flavors and liqueuer accents make this the most ready to drink of Moet's recently introduced vineyard-designate offerings.  It finishes light-footedly, with good length, easy floral notes and lemon accents.",Les Champs de Romont Sillery,85,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Les Champs de Romont Sillery  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-champs-romont-sillery-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
,White,US,"First rate, with all the snappy pizazz you could ask for.  The fruit is tremendously extracted and deeply flavored with peaches and tropical fruits, sprinkled with dusty oriental spices.  Long on oak, with bright acidity, it's a clean, extremely enjoyable wine.  The long complex finish alone is worth the price, which is a good value for its quality.",Olivers Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 2000 Olivers Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-2000-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Talley
15.5,Red,US,"Seldomly flashy, Napa Zins at their best show control and elegance.  So it is with beauty, with its blackberry and spice aromas and deep, exquisite flavors.  There's a purity and suppleness that are rare in Zin, with deft tannins.  At its youthful best now, this is a classic Napa interpretationof California's own grape.",Mead Ranch Vyd Grand Reserve,21,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Mead Ranch Vyd Grand Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-mead-ranch-vyd-grand-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"Smooth and lush, with toasty oak, cherry and herb flavors.  This robust wine has plenty of complexity, although it's still quite young and tight, with firm, ripe tannins framing the ensemble.  A good candidate for the cellar, this first release is a fine addition to Monterey's arsenal of Pinot Noirs.",Central Avenue Vineyard,65,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Pessagno 1999 Central Avenue Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-1999-central-avenue-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,1999,Pessagno
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Dried cherry, tarragon and anise aromas open this medium-weight, brisk rosé. Brisk citrus accents adorn the plum and cherry fruit core. The mouthfeel has weight and edge; the bead is fine and steady here. Finishes very crisply, with a hint of bitter plum skin and mineral-herb accents.",Fleur de Champagne Brut Rosé,150,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 1995 Fleur de Champagne Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-1995-fleur-champagne-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Perrier Jouët
12,Sparkling,France,"Thank goodness we tasted it blind-it's hard to take Champagne seriously when it's packaged in a ridiculous red-leather-and-black-laces bottle wrap, courtesy of Jean-Paul Gaultier.  Well, the fashionista magazines dig it for its ""style,"" but we dig it for what's in the bottle: intense aromas white grapes, toasted coconut and white peach, backed by sweet apple notes.  In the mouth, dark toast and caramel notes are offset by a slight nectarine-fruity tang.  It's so fulland frothy on the palate that the bead makes it way to the back of the throat.  Finishes with peach and mineral flavors.",Cuvée Jean-Paul Gaultier Brut,98,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Cuvée Jean-Paul Gaultier Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-cuvee-jean-paul-gaultier-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
,White,Chile,"Opens with dry pear and almond-like, nutty, toasty oak notes, showing uncommon elegance for a wine in this price range. The fruit to acid balance is very good, and the core apple-pear flavors bear citrus, mango and custard accents, as well as more of the refined oak. Finishes long and classy, again with fine style and integration of elements.",Marques de Casa Concha,15,90,Pirque,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay (Pirque),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-marques-casa-chardonnay-pirque/,Chardonnay,2000,Concha y Toro
,Sparkling,France,"What a gorgeous copper-salmon color, and fine, fierce bubbles. The aroma has incredible finesse, showing toast, toffee, bread, strawberry, lime, and smoke notes. Tastes smooth and silky fine, with a brilliant mouthfeel, very dry, with delicate strawberry fruit. A remarkably beautiful wine that finishes slightly bitter, with some tannins.",Cuvée Brut Rosé,50,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-cuvee-brut-rose-champagne-13686/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,Dessert,US,"Smeels incredibly concentrated and sweet, with powerful apricot and honey aromas tinged with vanilla, spice and smoke.  Tastes terrifically sweet, with a gooet, unctuous mouthfeel.  There's some brilliant fruity flavor balanced by refreshing acidity, and the finish is long, sweet and smooth.",James Gang Reserve Late Harvest,20,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 2000 James Gang Reserve Late Harvest Muscat (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-2000-gang-reserve-late-harvest-muscat-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat,2000,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Stermer is the estate vineyard, named for the previous owners, who were prune farmers. Some prunes still shoe up in this tight, dark wine, plus some plums and cherries. A spicy component enlivens the nose and palate, which is soft, smooth and expansive. The finish includes a hint of herb. Just 218 cases.",Stermer Vineyard,38,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lemelson 1999 Stermer Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lemelson-1999-stermer-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lemelson
,Red,US,"Dark and aromatic, it displays clean, fresh plum, blackberry and cassis aromas, with a rich streak of earthiness. Drinks dry and nicely layered, with complex but negotiable tannins and a dense core of berry fruit. Lovely.",Reserve,42,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1998 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Benziger
,Red,US,"Even in ripe, jammy vintages such as 1998, Domaine Drouhin keeps a sleek, polished profile. In 1999, everyone made tight, lean wines, and this one takes that ageworthy style to an extra dimension. Clear and bright, young and hard, it suggests rather than showcases layers of mineral, earth and red fruit. Firm and elegant, but give it lots of cellar time.",,45,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Drouhin 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Domaine Drouhin
,Red,US,"This winery continues to make major strides.  Of course, in such a ripe year, the fruit is lovely, bringing forth all sorts of berries, coffee, earth and spice.  Supporting all of those sweet flavors are a soft voluptuous texture and near-perfect tannins.  This is the best regular Sangiovese ever from Atlas Peak.",,16,90,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 1999 Sangiovese (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1999-sangiovese-napa-atlas-peak/,Sangiovese,1999,Atlas Peak
,Red,US,"Good, interesting wine from this specialty winery. It starts with clean, complex Zinny aromas of briary, brambly berries, and turns rich and complex on the palate. It's bone dry, with the structure of a fine red wine, and Zin's particular exuberance. The long finish suggests midterm aging potential.",Toni Stockhausen Signature Series,17,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Windsor 1999 Toni Stockhausen Signature Series Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1999-toni-stockhausen-signature-series-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Windsor
,Dessert,US,"A beautiful wine, with a good history of aging.  Gegins with aromas of apricot liqueur, smoke, spices and vanilla, with maybe a touch of botrytis, and turns rich and dramatic in the mouth.  It's sweet but not overwhelmingly so, with a creamy texture and crisp acidity.  Fancy and elegant.",Vintage Select Late Harvest,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 2000 Vintage Select Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-2000-vintage-select-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Navarro
12,Sparkling,France,"As usual, this sturdy nonvintage sparkler delivers Bollinger's patented three Bs: broadness, boldness and bread.  Rich and full of apples and spice, this is epitome of a stylish Champagne.  Ample toast and lots of depth support the rich, creamy palate.  It is as sure a thing as there is in the world of Champagne.",Special Cuvée Brut,40,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger NV Special Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-nv-special-cuvee-brut-champagne-13331/,Champagne Blend,,Bollinger
12,Sparkling,France,"Plum, caramel and anise aromas open this ripe and round rose.  Smoky toast accents add palate interest and the wine shows an even bead and frothy mouthfeel.  Finishes long, and though not intricately nuanced as some of the luxury cuvees, this is a delicious mouthful of elegant rose at a fraction of the price.",Brut Impérial Rosé,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1995 Brut Impérial Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1995-brut-imperial-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Moët & Chandon
,Red,US,"Sweer cherry and vanilla flavors come to the fore in this pretty, robust, yet elegant Merlot.  Smooth, sleek tannins and a creamy texture mark the finish, which fans out to reveal complex cassis, chocolate and herb notes.",Merlot Over and Play Dead,20,90,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Mutt Lynch 1999 Merlot Over and Play Dead Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mutt-lynch-1999-merlot-over-play-dead-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,1999,Mutt Lynch
,Red,US,"A lush scent of fresh Bing cherries greets you from the moment the cork is pulled, afterward, this lovely, textured wine continues to open up beautifully in the glass.  Fine grip and body, it's plump, fresh fruit is artfully balanced against acid and oak.  Smooth, youthful and inviting, this isn't a huge wine, just hugely enjoyable.",,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 1999 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1999,Reininger
12,Sparkling,France,"Here's a young vintage Champagne in need of cellaring.  It has classic dry citrus flavors, with a tart, crisp mouthfeel, fine bubbles and a lengthy finish.  It's elegantly structured, a full-bodied wine whose rough edges will soften in a few years.",Brut,50,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier 1993 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-1993-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Laurent-Perrier
,Red,US,"Dark and powerful, this glass-staining wine explodes with blackberry marmalade and smoke aromas, and fills the mouth with powerful fruity, berry flavors.  Despite the size, it's elegant and harmonious, with sweet, oaky tannins.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1999 Monte Rosso Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1999-monte-rosso-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Louis M. Martini
12.6,Sparkling,France,"Its bouquet manages to be both fresh and mature at once, with caramel, matchstick and water-cracker flavors in full force (there's a little herb here, too).  Medium-weight with good acidity, the palate offers a sexy blend of caramel, toast, citrus and mealy-yeasty notes.  Finishing long and tangy, this is a handsome, classy Champagne that, as one panelist said, ""actually has something going on.""",Black Label Brut,28,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson NV Black Label Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-nv-black-label-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Lanson
,Red,US,"Pretty aromas of rose petal, dust and vanilla cover deeper ones of wild berries, clove and allspice.  Drinks very briary and luscious, with blackberry and black-rasberry flavors and rich, earthy tannins.  This dry, supple wine is classic Zin.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Yoakim Bridge 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yoakim-bridge-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Yoakim Bridge
12,Sparkling,France,"Solid and flavorful, this opens with dry, rose-petal aromas, and is medium-full in body with good texture and acidity, berry and consomme flavors.  Good complexity; just the faintest hint of sweetness appears on the long finish.",Premier Cru Brut Rosé,38,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Premier Cru Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-premier-cru-brut-rose-champagne-13345/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
,Red,US,"The real McCoy here.  Pretty aromas of red berries and blackberries ride along dusty spices and earth, leading to a rich , round, spicy, fruity wine.  It's notable for its dry balance and harmony, with firm but easy tannins and soft acids.",Mustang Springs,26,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 Mustang Springs Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-mustang-springs-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"Sure, there's something wild and wacky about Zin that Europeans don't get.  It's not well-behaved.  It's rude, aggressive, over the top.  It's a blast of wild fruit and spices.  It's high in alcohol.  It's not a parlor wine, but that's what we like about it!  Pulls off Zin's bad-boy act, in spades.",Estate Bottled,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-estate-bottled-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"Fruit, fruit, fruit all the way, and loads of it.  Blackberry, black cherry, plum and even loganberry.  Spice, too.  Cinnamon, tobacco, anise, clove, pepper.  It's balanced, rich, harmonious, about as fine as Sierra Foothills Zin gets.  That's saying a lot.",DeMille Vineyard Old Vine,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1999 DeMille Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1999-demille-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Folie à Deux
,Red,US,"Still dark and incredibly aromatic, with classic cassis, sage, and mint scents, framed in well-integrated, toasty oak.  Dry, with soft, plush acids and vigorous but intricate tannins, it's approachable now.  A fine example of its appellation.",Blue Rock Vineyards,50,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Benziger 1997 Blue Rock Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1997-blue-rock-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Benziger
,Red,US,"From one of the Zin's natural homes, a classic example.  Begins with those wildberry aromas called ""brambly,"" with earthy, peppery notes, and drinks richly fruity-spicy.  You'll like the dry-as-dust mouthfeel, with it's complex tannins, and long finish.  This well-made wine is a perfect match for rich, grilled meats.",,19,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Castle
,Red,US,"Plush and warming, this lovely wine has earthy, dark stone fruit aromas and flavors, and a dollopof smoky oak.  It's bone-dry, with lush, intricate but melted tannins, and a very nice structure.  Has that elusive quality known as elegance.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1998 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1998-merlot-sonoma-valley-15391/,Merlot,1998,Castle
14.5,Red,US,"Dark and rich; color stains the side of the glass on this highly extracted wine.  It's full-bodied with powerful berry and spice flavors, but it's so well structured that it seems as elegant as Bordeaux.  Really shows the heights to which Sierra Zin can rise.",Fox Creek Vyd Grand Reserve,21,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Fox Creek Vyd Grand Reserve Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-fox-creek-vyd-grand-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"We've come to expect Pinot to be soft, delicate, spicy and fruity, withan assertiveness that makes it an iron fist in a velvet glove.  This wine doesn't disappoint.  The red-berry flavors are very spicy, and the tannins are intricate and finely meshed.  There's an airiness, but nothing light about this powerful wine.",PNX,45,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 1999 PNX Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-pnx-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Smoky toast and earth tones offer an enticing aromatic entree to this silky textured wine.  It's marked by elegance and balanced bing cherry, blackberry, rasberry, spice, herb and cedar notes.  Long on the finish.",Stelling Vineyard,100,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1998 Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1998-stelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Nickel & Nickel
,Red,US,"Reins in that sometimes jammy Carneros fruit with an earthy, mushroomy component and sumptuous tannins.  Oak use is judicious.  The brilliant Pinot texture is there, silk smooth and highlighted by bright acidity.  It seems to change its nature with every sip, surely the mark of a great wine.",,17,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1999 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1999-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1999,Buena Vista
,Red,US,"L'Ecole seems to motor effortlessly from strength to strength, and here is a beautiful blend (81% Cabernet Sauvignon/11% Merlot/8% Cabernet Franc) of Walla Walla fruit that adds up to a lush, forward wine with the accent of rich fruit and plenty of chocolate. Still, the acids are kept high enough to add life; tannins are soft and smooth, and the finish is nothing but sweet fruit.",,36,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
12,Sparkling,France,"On the nose, dried apples and yeast notes are drenched in the rich aromas of clarified butter and malt; in the mouth, expect tons of mousse and a full mouthfeel, plus concentrated, dry fruit flavors (especially pear).  Finishes long, with smoldering toast and vanilla flavors.  ""Very solid stuff,"" wrote one taster.  Worthy of a very special occasion.",Grande Cuvée Brut,150,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-champagne-13388/,Champagne Blend,,Krug
12,Red,France,"Medium-bodied and even, this Merlot's black berry, black olive and oak aromas follow through on the palate. Dark and brooding, a good everyday choice.",,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Dulong 1999 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dulong-1999-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1999,Dulong
,Red,US,"Lovely aromas, like a cherry-filled chocolate-caramel candy, and it's great drinking, too.  Complex wild berry fruit and spice fill the mouth in a delightful explosion of flavor.  Thankfully, it's dry and balanced, despite hefty alcohol.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1999 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Peachy Canyon
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a nice example of cool climate, South Coast Pinot, with its tomato, hard spice, mushroom and raspberry aromas, and limpid, silky texture. The berry flavors are delicate, dry, and tasty, and well-integrated oak complements them well.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1999 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Fess Parker
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Take a deep whiff and you'll find black pepper and brambleberry duking it out with an odd, not entirely positive perfumed note. But the wine improves with airing, offering strawberry and raspberry fruit and a full allotment of herbs. It comes on strong in the finish, all the while maintaining an edge.",Reserva,16,85,Dão,,,Casa de Santar 1998 Reserva Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santar-1998-reserva-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,1998,Casa de Santar
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Flavorful, but very brisk, with moderate-to-high acidity. It's a modest wine, with blackberry and coffee aromas and flavors, slight tobacco accents and a short finish. It's good, but not as satisfying an overall package as the other reds at the same level of the range.",,8,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Santa Julia
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Not overly sweet for an extra dry bottling, this comes across as rather crisp and lean up until the finish, where the added sugar becomes more apparent. Matchstick and tar aromas; lemon and lime flavors.",Cordon Negro-Extra Dry,9,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro-Extra Dry  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
,White,US,"This premiere effort feels a bit forced; the fruit dry and slightly hot in the mouth, with sharp acids. Missing is the lushness of Sémillon; in its place a tight, alcoholic, slightly bitter wine.",Desert Wind Vineyard,20,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Desert Wind 2000 Desert Wind Vineyard Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/desert-wind-2000-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,2000,Desert Wind
17,Dessert,US,"Bizarre. Tastes very sweet and chocolately, with a candied gooey thickness; the acids are clean and sharp and nicely balance the sugar. But the wine smells like cardboard, with a faint apricot note. If you can get past the aroma, it's not bad.",Vin Doux,18,82,California,California Other,California,Holly's Hill 2000 Vin Doux Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollys-hill-2000-vin-doux-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Holly's Hill
14.5,Red,US,"Sleek, smooth and elegant, with fine tannins that frame a wine that's flush with plum, cassis, anise, herb and chocolate flavors. Plush and velvety on the palate, it's got a finish that doesn't quit. Cabernet doesn't get much better, anytime or anywhere.",Profile,90,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1998 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-profile-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Merryvale
,Red,US,"Seductively soft and mellow, but with beautiful flavors, this offbeat wine combines powerfully assertive berry and tree fruit flavors with plush tannins.  it's very dry and fashionable, a candlelight wine of enormous complexity and charm.  A blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, largely from To Kalon.",Boomerang,60,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 1999 Boomerang Red (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-boomerang-red-napa-oakville/,Red Blend,1999,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"A classy Merlot, sleek and well structured, with hints of blackberry, chocolate, anise, herb and toast that are securely nestled inside.  Firm, ripe tannins frame the ensemble, which should really blossom in two to five years.",,56,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Matanzas Creek 1997 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-1997-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1997,Matanzas Creek
14.1,Red,US,"Soft and velvety in the mouth, this wine defines it's terroir.  Spicy, blackberry-scented, smoky oak aromas lead to and exuberantly fruity wine, bursting with sweetly ripe berries.  It's light at the core and won't age, but it is beautiful now.",Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Reserve Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-reserve-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1998,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Always eagerly awaited, in this difficult year Patrick Campbell has crafted a light wine, but one no less harmonious and enjoyable.  Right now oak dominates a rather earthy, closed nose, but there's a dense, chewy core of essential blackberry fruit that bodies well for the future.  Try aging until 2005.",,50,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Laurel Glen 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-glen-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Laurel Glen
,Sparkling,US,"Bright and fresh, with toasty, ripe aromas and flavors that hint of peach, melon, apple, and citrus.  Lemony and clean on the finish, the wine sports tiny bubbles and plenty of finesse.",Cuvée M,28,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1997 Cuvée M  (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1997-cuvee-m-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Laetitia
,Sparkling,US,"This 100% Chardonnay bubbly has powerful citrus aromas, with a strong dose of dough and charred oak.  It's lightly fruity, crisp and dry.  On the whole, this is an elegant, delicate, clean wine, with a long, rich finish.",Blanc De Blancs,34,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1993 Blanc De Blancs Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1993-blanc-blancs-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,1993,Iron Horse
14.2,Red,US,"This bottling has a very different profile from the winery's Napa version.  It's earthier with coffee and rhubarb flavors along with cassis and oak, and rougher around the edges.  There's a lot of power here, with elongated tannins, and a somewhat edgy feel.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Artesa 1997 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1997-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1997,Artesa
,Sparkling,US,"Made from 100% Dijon-clone Chardonnay, this carries delicious scents of rich, toasty oak above ripe, fleshy fruit.  There is a suggestion of tropical pineapple and papaya along with the usual green apple flavors and a bigger, more fruit-forward style than is usually found in Blanc de Blancs.",Knutsen Vineyard Blanc de Blancs,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1996 Knutsen Vineyard Blanc de Blancs  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1996-knutsen-vineyard-blanc-blancs-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Argyle
14.3,Red,US,"Defines it's appellation with soft, velvety tannins and low acids, along with well ripened, pure blackberry and cassis fruit.  Of course, there's a good deal of flashy, aromatic oak.  Deliciously fruity, it offers plenty of near-term pleasures.",Winemaker's Reserve,50,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Clos du Bois 1997 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1997-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos du Bois
,White,US,"This long-time producer of dryish Rieslings is still one of California's best.  Apple, honey and peach aromas lead to juicy, fruity flavors, and rich acidity spreads spices all over the palate.  This stylish wine will be versatile at the table.  Adventurous types will age it.",,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Smith-Madrone 1999 Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-1999-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,1999,Smith-Madrone
14.2,White,US,"Spicy fruit marks this deliciously drinkable wine, with apple, melon and citrus veering into tropical fruit flavors.  It's crisply round and polished, and slightly sweet, with a degree of complexity.  The palate is especially packed with dusty Asian spices and quince.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,CE2V 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ce2v-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,CE2V
12,Sparkling,US,"This Sonoma standby displays ripe-apple, herb and hay notes and an even bread.  Moderate complexity shows on the palate with its full, soft mousse.  Closes with plum and hints of tangy citrus.",Blanc de Noir,19,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Piper Sonoma NV Blanc de Noir  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-sonoma-nv-blanc-noir-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,,Piper Sonoma
12.7,Sparkling,US,"The pale-copper color adds a level of elegance not usually found in bold, brash California.  This sparkler's aromas are deep and meaty, with brine and soy accents.  Turns earthier on the palate, but also folds in strawberry and herb flavors, ending with a flourish of anise.",Cuvée de Pinot Brut Rosé,30,87,California,Napa,Napa County,Schramsberg 1998 Cuvée de Pinot Brut Rosé  (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1998-cuvee-pinot-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-county/,Champagne Blend,1998,Schramsberg
14,Red,US,"Deep cassis fruit wears strong earth and leafy, herbal notes in this balanced, medium-weight wine.  There's good concentration, but the green note seen in many 1998's detracts.  It's more vegetal than herbal to some tasters.  Closes with firm, drying tannins, an earthy note and decent length.",Ash Creek Vineyard,50,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Imagery 1998 Ash Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1998-ash-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Imagery
11.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Pale in color but with decent flavor and body, there a lot to like in this Oz sparkler with a famous name.  It offers toast and vanilla aromas, flavors of melon, dried fruit and earth, and a fine even bead.  There's good length to the dry citrus-tinged finish.",Australian Sparkling,19,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Greg Norman Estates NV Australian Sparkling  (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-nv-australian-sparkling-south-eastern/,Champagne Blend,,Greg Norman Estates
,Sparkling,US,"This medium-to full-bodied sparkler has a mouthfeel that is at once gravelly and richly smooth-go figure.  Granny Smith apples and granite- slate aromas play on the nose; on the palate, the same Granny Smith notes are swathed in dusty-earthy flavors.  Though the back palate shows a little toast and cream, the wine's finish is more zippy, tangy citrus-and-metallic than oaky.",Brut Classic 198,16,87,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Brut Classic 198  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-brut-classic-198-california-13354/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Sparkling,US,"Argyle' mainstream brut strikes a good balance all around, with bone-dry, lightly spicy flavors of fresh green apples and Bartlett pears.  Crisp and slightly beery, it is well integrated through a gently toasty finish.",Brut,21,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1997 Brut  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1997-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Argyle
,White,US,"Fruits, flowers and spices mark this highly aromatic, flavorful wine.  Upfront fruits include peaches, apricots, and pineapple, but it's pretty dry, with pretty acidity that creates freshness on the palate.  The smooth, creamy texture is notable.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2000 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2000-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2000,Andrew Murray
14.4,White,US,"Explosive leesy notes dominate the aromas and flavors, with plenty of charred oak, too.  Under these winemaker bells and whistles is some ripe peach and apple fruit, and the finish is long, sweet and spicy.  Emphasizes sheer size over finesse.",,23,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Artesa
12,Sparkling,US,"Starts with classic bubbly aromas, yeasty and bready, with a noticeable streak of rasberries and cherries.  It's very dry and clean-on the elegantly austere side-and a bit rough.  There's a core of cherry fruit, but it's best consumed young and fresh.",Classic Vintage Brut,28,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1996 Classic Vintage Brut  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Satrts with smoky, black cherry aromas and a hint of stewed tomato and tobacco.  Drinks soft, gentle and complex.  There's a chewy meatiness to the flavors and textures that's appealing.  It finishes nicely: dry, elegant and clean.",Riserva,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Noceto 1998 Riserva Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-1998-riserva-sangiovese-shenandoah-valley-ca-15350/,Sangiovese,1998,Noceto
13,White,US,"The scent of well made Gewurz always comes as a shock.  So much flower, gingery spice, grapefruit and honey, sometimes even a tinge of botrytis.  This beauty startle with its aromas, then calms down in the mouth to offer pleasant citrus flavors softened by a honeyed texture.  But it's bone-dry.",,22,87,California,Napa,Yountville,M. Cosentino 1999 Gewürztraminer (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-gewurztraminer-napa-yountville/,Gewürztraminer,1999,M. Cosentino
12.1,Sparkling,US,"This solid effort blends strawberries with fresh herbs and toasty, yeasty aromas.  Flacors are earthier and strongly herbal, finishing chalky, with good length.  The creamy mouthfeeland dry finish add a sense of elegance.",Blanc de Noirs,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1997 Blanc de Noirs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1997-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Schramsberg
13.8,Red,US,"This blend of Sangiovese, Dolcetto, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot offers surprisingly complexity for the price.  Aromas of sweat, leather and dried spices are complemented on the palate by flavors of sour cherries and tart rasberries, turning to espresso and caramel on the finish.",Sasso Rosso,13,87,California,California Other,California,Pietra Santa 1998 Sasso Rosso Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietra-santa-1998-sasso-rosso-red-other/,Red Blend,1998,Pietra Santa
,Red,US,"Starts with mint, earth and black cherry aromas that suggest some uneven ripening.  Very dry, with substantial tannins.  The light vintage has tamped down the fruit, leaving a wine of structure and elegance rather than depth.  Enjoy this one soon.",,32,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Nelson 1998 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-1998-cabernet-franc-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Nelson
14.5,Red,US,"Smoky and bacony upfront, with subtle blackberry, cassis and herb flavors on the follow-up.  Moderate body is framed by powdery tannins; however, that may or may not round off in time.  On the whole, a very good wine, though the finish is a bit herbal.",Brenda Block Reserve,55,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 1998 Brenda Block Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1998-brenda-block-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"Smells warm, with well-ripened plummy, blackberry aromas.  The flavors are deeply fruity and full bodied, with masses of berry fruit in a dry, soft package.  This is an easy-drinking fun wine.",Stockhausen Signature Series,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1997 Stockhausen Signature Series Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1997-stockhausen-signature-series-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Windsor
,Red,US,"Opens with blackberry aromas complexed with smoky oak, white chocolate and roasted coffeebean.  In the mouth, sumptuous fruitiness.  It's a jammy wine, with wild berry flavors framed with oak and soft tannins.  This likeable wine is ideal with roasts.",Artist Collection,32,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Imagery 1998 Artist Collection Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1998-artist-collection-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1998,Imagery
,White,US,"Fragrant, with well-ripened citrus, melon and peach aromas framed by smoky oak.  It's dry, with some crisp tartness, and finishes on a fruity note.  Elegant on the surface, with lots of flash and pizazz.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1999 White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1999-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,1999,Clos du Val
,Sparkling,South Africa,"A commendable bubbly from the ""other Down-Under,"" this South African is dryly fruited, with good beadand decent complexity.  Toast, cracker and earth aromas open to an even, herb tinged palate that offers a full, soft mouthfeel.  It closes with citrus, chalk and a faint hint of bitters.",Le Grand Pavillon Blanc de Blancs,15,87,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal NV Le Grand Pavillon Blanc de Blancs  (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-nv-le-grand-pavillon-blanc-blancs-sparkling-coastal-region/,Champagne Blend,,Boschendal
13.5,White,US,"Pear and citrus aromas lead the way in this bright, lemony wine.  It has good weight on the palate, hints of melon and spice, and finishes clean with a hint of flintiness.",,21,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Simi
12,Sparkling,US,"Somewhat closed, the nose has appealing toast and candied apple aromas.  It's quite tangy, with substantial acidity, have caramel and toast accents soften the tart pear and lemon flavors a bit.  Finishes austerely, with a very dry lime and mineral notes.",Blanc de Blancs - Mt. Veeder Ranch,60,88,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Domaine Chandon 1996 Blanc de Blancs - Mt. Veeder Ranch Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-1996-blanc-blancs-mt-veeder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,1996,Domaine Chandon
12.9,Sparkling,US,"This 100% Chardonnay bubbly has powerful citrus aromas, with a strong dose of dough and charred oak. It's lightly fruity, crisp and dry. On the whole, this is an elegant, delicate, clean wine, with a long, rich finish.",Blanc de Blancs,34,88,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1993 Blanc de Blancs  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1993-blanc-blancs-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1993,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Aromas of smoke, plum, earth, espresso and blackberry are pleasant.  In the mouth, the flavors are terrifically extracted, with pronounced berry and stone-fruit notes that are very dry.  It's on the soft side, with velvety tannins.  The lip-smacking finish is deliciously spicy.",Great Estates,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Great Estates Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-great-estates-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Kendall-Jackson
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This unusual sparkler is full in both color and flavor, with earthy, almost matchstick aromas and similar deep, mature flavors. The even bead and full mousse give it an almost chewy mouthfeel, and it finishes long, dry and complex. Has unique character, plenty of flavor and will appeal to a wide variety of tasters.",Brut Cuvee,20,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia NV Brut Cuvee  (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-nv-brut-cuvee-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Laetitia
,White,US,"Oak, vanilla, spice and char aromas pour from the glass, overriding scents of ripe peaches and apples and tropical fruits.  Despite the extravagant use of oak, the wine has enough fruit and body to handle it.  It drinks dry, rich and complex.  A real crowd-pleaser.",Family reserve,21,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1999 Family reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-family-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Charles Krug
12,Sparkling,France,"There's plenty of Pinot in this blend and darker berry flavors show on the nose. Tart-sweet fruit and a texture at once round and tangy mark the palate. The pretty finish is moderately full, with a crisp zing.",Première Cuvée Brut,45,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Première Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-premiere-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Bruno Paillard
14.5,Red,US,"Spicy and complex, with blackberry, herb, spice and cassis notes.  It's a classy wine, though a bit short on the finish.  Perhaps a little more bottle time will open things up.",Reserve,39,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Merryvale
12,Sparkling,US,"Lime, green herb earth and burnt-matchstick aromas open to a toasty, nutty palate with pear, gingersnap and cracker flavors. Medium-weight, with a steady bead and soft mousse. Finishes long, with a citrus-mineral tang. This is complex, tasty bubbly from an unusual address.",Blanc de Blancs,22,88,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 1996 Blanc de Blancs  (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-1996-blanc-blancs-sparkling-new-mexico/,Champagne Blend,1996,Gruet
12,Sparkling,Australia,"Enough complexity shows in this great-value sparkler's nut, plum and ginger notes to keep the educated taster interested. It's medium-full with a hint of sweetness and an even, persistent bead. Soft, but not mushy, the pear-green herb finish is refreshing, with unexpected length for a wine in this price range.",Brut,10,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Seaview 1999 Brut  (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaview-1999-brut-sparkling-south-eastern/,Champagne Blend,1999,Seaview
,Sparkling,France,"Run today by Carol Duval, one of the Champagne ""widows"" who seem to appear at critical moments in the history of Champagne houses, the quality of Duval-Leroy gets better every year.  The fruit of this nonvintage wine is dominated by Chardonnay, pure, fresh and crisp, with lovely refreshing acidity at the end.",Brut,24,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Duval-Leroy NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duval-leroy-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Duval-Leroy
,Sparkling,France,"Rich, fine, complex wine with just a touch of pepperiness, which wears off once the bottle has been opened for an hour or so (proof that Champagne, like other fine wines, improves in the glass).  the wine is dry, with a hint of toast alongside the crisp fruit.",L-P Brut,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV L-P Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-l-p-brut-champagne-6785/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,Rose,US,"Clean and crisp, with light berry and herb flavors forming core elements.  It tapers off gently on the finish with classy mineral notes.  The wine should work well with oysters, sole, and other mild fish, poultry and vegetarian cuisine.  From the California branch of the folks that make Chateau de Beaucastel, in Southern France, where rose is de rigeur for summertime.",,27,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 1999 Rosé (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-1999-rose-central-coast-paso-robles/,Rosé,1999,Tablas Creek
13.9,Red,US,"Complex aromas of smoke, vanilla, blackberry, citrus rind and earth start things off.  On the palate, it's thick with lively berry fruit, and very dry.  High acidity keeps it lively and crisp, while fairly hefty tannins provide structure.  This fleshy, 100% Sangiovese is ready to drink now.",Vineyards of Tremonte,28,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Ferrari-Carano 1997 Vineyards of Tremonte Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1997-vineyards-tremonte-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Ferrari-Carano
13.5,Red,US,"Lighter than the '97, with pretty blackberry and black cherry aromas.  Oak shadings add vanilla and smoke.  The texture is supple, with flavors of berry and cherry, and it finishes nicely dry and spicy.",,23,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Philippe-Lorraine 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-lorraine-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Philippe-Lorraine
,Sparkling,US,"Subtle herbs show on the nose of this elegant, tangy blend of Napa and Sonoma fruit.  The bright, crisp citrus fruit is offset by a subtle, complex mushroomy hint that adds dimension.  Light on the palate, it closes with tart citrus flavors and good length.",Etoile,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Domaine Chandon NV Etoile  (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-sparkling-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,White,US,"A flinty wine, with toasty oak nuances.  Bright acidity supports a core of citrus and pear flavors that finish quite clean.",Reserve,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simi 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1998-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Simi
12,Sparkling,US,"Bright lemon-lime aromas and flavors, a fine steady bead and a slight mineral note mark this solid Russian River Valley offering.  No longer affiliated with any other winery, J is tasty, medium-weight bubbly that closes with good length and dry citrus flavors.",Brut,28,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 1997 Brut  (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-1997-brut-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,J Vineyards & Winery
,Red,US,"Lovely aromas of mint and blackberry are penetrating and individualistic.  In the mouth, it tastes strong and powerful, with persistant spicy, peppery blackberry flavors, jammy and delicious.  Sleek tannins and crisp acidity add body to this elegant wine.",,33,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Imagery 1999 Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,1999,Imagery
,White,US,"An intriguing wine, fresh and inviting, with complex aromas of ripe peaches, minerals, vanilla, spice, smoke and buttery toast.  Ricj and deliciously fruity in the mouth, with a great velvety texture.  It finishes nicely dry and long.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Il Podere Dell'Olivos 1998 Tocai (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-podere-dellolivos-1998-italian-white-tocai-central-coast/,Tocai,1998,Il Podere Dell'Olivos
12,Sparkling,US,"Subtle herbs show on the nose of this elegant, tangy blend of Napa and Sonoma fruit. The bright, crisp citrus fruit is offset by a subtle, complex mushroomy hint that adds dimension. Light on the palate, it closes with tart citrus flavors and good length.",Étoile Brut,35,88,California,Napa,Napa County,Domaine Chandon NV Étoile Brut  (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-brut-sparkling-napa-county/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
14.1,White,US,"Oak, vanilla, spice and char aromas pour from the glass, overriding scents of ripe peaches and apples and tropical fruits. Despite the extravagant use of oak, the wine has enough fruit and body to handle it. It drinks dry, rich and complex. A real crowd pleaser.",Family Reserve,21,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Charles Krug 1999 Family Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-family-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Charles Krug
,Red,US,"One of the lesser-known grapes of Bordeaux, Malbec is typically dark and aromatic.  This one certainly is, with it's inky color and forceful scent.  Oak dominates, with intensely smoky, vanilla notes, but in the mouth it's interesting and complex, withthe weight and cassis of a good cabernet.",,45,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1998 Malbec (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-malbec-napa-stags-leap-district/,Malbec,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Pronounced blackberry and cedar-scented fruit is kept in check by sturdy but elegant tannins and a kiss of toasty oak in this balanced wine.  It's round and supple, and very dry.  The blackberry and black cherry flavors pick up again on the finish.",reserve,62,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 1997 reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Michel-Schlumberger
,Sparkling,US,"It's complex and inviting, with bread dough, rasberry and vanilla, and atouch of smoky honey.  The flavors are similar, with white peaches making an appearance.  Medium-weight with a slightly creamy mouthful, it closes with creamy-toast flavors on the long finish.  This sparkling wine will have wide appeal: It's big, open and enjoyable.",Brut Rosé,24,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-anderson-valley-15245/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate
12,Sparkling,US,"It's complex and inviting, with bread dough, raspberry and vanilla, and a touch of smoky honey. The flavors are similar, with white peaches making an appearance. Medium-weight with a slightly creamy mouthfeel, it closes with creamy-toast flavors on the long finish. This sparkling wine will have wide appeal: It's big, open and enjoyable.",Brut Rosé,30,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-anderson-valley-13316/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate
,Red,US,"They say there are only 47 acres of Charbono still planted in California, and this wine from 100-year-old vines, proves there should be more of it.  Intense, rich and full-bodied, it has deep flavors of plums and spices, and the most wonderfully mellow tannins.  Try it as an alternative to Zinfandel.",Venturi Vineyard,32,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Star 1996 Venturi Vineyard Charbono (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-1996-venturi-vineyard-italian-red-charbono-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Charbono,1996,Pacific Star
12.5,White,US,"Sleek and clean on the palate, this elegant wine offers pretty pear, apple, citrus and mineral flavors, all well-integrated, and classically styled.  Long and elegant on the finish, it is a first release by Burgundian Michel Laroche and Rutherford Hill's Anthony Terlato.  Only 200 cases made.",,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Michel Laroche at Rutherford Hill 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-laroche-at-rutherford-hill-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Michel Laroche at Rutherford Hill
13.9,Red,US,"Cassis and blackcurrant aromas burst forth, almost swamped in oak, with it's toasty, cedary, smoky, clove-scented elements.  Oak dominates the palate, too, and fairly aggressive tannins mask underlying blackberry fruit flavors.  This is a cellar candidate, unless you really like young tannic wines.",,33,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Artesa
,Sparkling,France,"Lightness and elegance are the hallmarks of this wine.  Beneath this freshness, the fruit is creamy and soft, but with a nice, clean bite to it that leaves a delicious, refreshing aftertaste.",La Française Brut,44,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV La Française Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-la-francaise-brut-champagne-13520/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
12,Sparkling,France,"A firm, rich, fruity wine, but with the typical poised elegance for which the Deutz Champagnes have always been renowned.  There are hints of tropical fruits, but these are balanced by delicious, refreshing acidity.",Brut Classic,39,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz NV Brut Classic  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-nv-brut-classic-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Deutz
13.9,Red,US,"Ripe and smoky, this quintessentially Californian wine is softly fruity, with big, effusive berry and stone fruit flavors and melted tannins.  It's dry and rich, with a long delicious finish.",Toni Stockhausen Signature Series,23,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1997 Toni Stockhausen Signature Series Meritage (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1997-toni-stockhausen-signature-series-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-sonoma-county/,Meritage,1997,Windsor
,Red,US,"Here's a fruity wine, with blackberry, white-chocolate, herbaceous, green olive notes.  Moderate oak treatment adds the usual woody complexities.  The flavors are bold and ripe.  Most notable is the ultrarich, creamy texture leading to a clean, ripe finish.",,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,St. Clement
,Red,US,"Smells rich and chocolaty, with blackberry and plum scents framed in plush smoky oak.  You'll like the richly sweet flavors, offering layers of berries and tree fruits, and the lush structure provided by fine, dust tannins.  It's overtly soft, with low acidity and very flattering on the palate.",Great Estates,40,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Great Estates Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-great-estates-merlot-alexander-valley-15320/,Merlot,1998,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"Smells rich and chocolaty, with blackberry and plum scents framed in plush smoky oak.  You'll like the richly sweet flavors, offering layers of berries and tree fruits, and the lush structure provided by fine, dust tannins.  It's overtly soft, with low acidity and very flattering on the palate.",Great Estates,40,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Great Estates Merlot (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-great-estates-merlot-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Merlot,1998,Kendall-Jackson
14.3,White,US,"Classic Carneros Chard.  Aromas of apples and peaches veering into tropical fruitlead to bright, well-etched fruity flavors in the mouth.  Spices, too, and smoky vanilla from oak.  Malolactic fermentation and lees aging create a round, creamy feel, and the finish is spicy and smooth.",,23,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Artesa
,White,US,"A Rhone blend of Viognier, Marsanne, and Rousanne, it offers a myriad of fruity, flowery aromas and complex flavors ranging from banana to chocolate cream to melon.  The smooth, velvety texture carries sweetly ripe fruit in waves across the palate.",Enchanté,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 2000 Enchanté White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-2000-enchante-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,2000,Andrew Murray
,Red,US,"The nose is kind of light and shy, although airing reveals plum, bark and rhubarb.  Sweet oak dominates the palate, with underlying suggestions of blackberry and cassis.  Dry, elegant and harmonious, yet light, the wine isa success for the vintage.",,42,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 1998 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1998-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Arrowood
,Sparkling,US,"This is the most complex and elegant sparkling wine from Argyle, who pioneered Oregon bubbly.  It's a barrel-fermented, 70/30 blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.  In the mouth, it has a seamless, delicate presence, it's overall elegance expressed in the tiny, streaming bubbles and the crisp precision of flavors.  Hints of cinnamon and licorice highlight a light, toasty finish.",Knutsen Vineyard Brut,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1996 Knutsen Vineyard Brut  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1996-knutsen-vineyard-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Argyle
,White,US,"Opens with a trumpet peal of well-toasted oak and sweet vanillans riding over mango and breadfruit aromas.  On the palate, the first impression is of high lees, with  a rich, creamy texture and plenty of oak covering tropical fruits.  Dry and lush.  A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Meunier.",Artist Collection,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Imagery 1999 Artist Collection White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-artist-collection-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,1999,Imagery
,Red,US,"Soft and pretty, with black cherry and smoke aromas and cherry-berry flavors.  The bone dry tannins are accompanied by crisp acidity, resulting in a feeling if elegance and harmony.",,21,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 1998 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1998-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1998,Michel-Schlumberger
14.4,White,US,"Concentrated and oaky, this wine features superripe tropical fruit and spice aromas and flavors, bolstered by woody vanilla and smoke.  Drinks rich and leesy, with well-etched peach, mango and guava flavors.  Crisp acidity provides freshness and zest, while the finish is clean and spicy.",Belle Terre Vineyard,22,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Chateau St. Jean 1999 Belle Terre Vineyard Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1999-belle-terre-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"This dark purple baby has very oaky scents of caramelized char and smoky, sweet vanillans.  In the mouth, there's a sudden burst of voluptuous wild berry fruit and pepper, and sumptuous, velvety tannins.  This wine, an ager, is so good it's addictive.",Rockpile Road Vineyards,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rosenblum 1999 Rockpile Road Vineyards Petite Sirah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1999-rockpile-road-vineyards-petite-sirah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Petite Sirah,1999,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"This blend of Carignane, Grenache, Syrah, Pelourism and Mourvedre grapes serves up a rich textured wine, with hints of cherry, strawberry, spice and toasty oak notes.  A tangy edge frames the moderate finish.",Ne Cede Malis,50,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Stags' Leap Winery 1997 Ne Cede Malis Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1997-ne-cede-malis-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Stags' Leap Winery
,White,US,"A dark golden color, a big wine that starts with ultraripe tropical fruit aromas veering into banana.  Aromatic complexities come from lees and oak.  Drinks strong and creamy, with extracted fruit, spice and lees.  A blast of sweet vanilla and dusty spices last into the finish.",Grand Cuvee,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1999 Grand Cuvee Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1999-grand-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Babcock
,White,US,"Very bright and forward aromas of tropical fruits and lees introduce this complex wine. High acidity sears the palate, riding over peach and tropical fruit flavors. Very dry, it has a rich, creamy texture and a long, distinguished finish.",Sleepy Hollow,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 1999 Sleepy Hollow Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-sleepy-hollow-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,1999,Testarossa
,Red,US,"The style of this winery has changed over the years. The Cabs used to be somewhat tight and austere in their youth, but this puppy is pure velvet, with gobs of sweet blackberry fruit and, of course, quite a bit of oak. It's limpid, pure, soft, intense and immediately drinkable.",,55,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Clos du Val
,Sparkling,France,"This handsome rosé opens with full strawberry, floral and hay aromas, and even a decidedly Pinot gamy hint. The palate shows very good depth of tart cherry and baked-goods flavors and a fine mousse-soft, rich and creamy texture. Closes with more berry fruit, a cinnamon note and light tannins.",Premiere Cuvée Brut Rosé,50,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Premiere Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-premiere-cuvee-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Bruno Paillard
,White,US,"Pricey, but worth it for the young, fresh, jammy aromas and great flavors.  Bursting with blueberry, black cherry, bay leaf and smoke, yet pretty tannic and bitter, it's a tough punchy wine that calls out for great food.",Wildwood Vineyard,31,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 1999 Wildwood Vineyard Barbera (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-wildwood-vineyard-barbera-sonoma-valley/,Barbera,1999,Imagery
,Sparkling,US,"Pretty cherry highlights, with intriguing citrus, sage and herb flavors on the follow-up. Fresh and clean on the finish, with firm structure and elegance.",Brut Rosé,28,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1997 Brut Rosé  (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1997-brut-rose-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Laetitia
,Red,US,"Showcases this California variety nicely, with a rich dark color and powerfully fruity, peppery, plummy aromas.  There's a rich mouthfeel to the blackberry and plum flavors, as well as solid tannins and good acidity.  This is a super Barbera, and a fine expression of terroir.",Shell Creek,35,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Imagery 1999 Shell Creek Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-shell-creek-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1999,Imagery
,Sparkling,US,"A flavorful, balanced wine that's dry, creamy and crisp, with tantalizing hints of lime and red raspberry from its 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay. It has a round, full mouthfeel. The finish is dry and tart, but you can taste the charry wood for a long time.",Brut de Noirs,38,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Robert Hunter 1996 Brut de Noirs  (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hunter-1996-brut-noirs-sparkling-sonoma-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Robert Hunter
13.5,Red,US,"Light on fruit, with blackberry and cassis flavors that are a bit thin in the middle, this wine is nonetheless distinguished. You have those beautiful Napa tannins, acidity and structure, and fine toasty oak; even though it's not a blockbuster, the finish is full of sweet, limpid fruit.",,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonegate 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Stonegate
,Sparkling,US,"A very delicate and refined bubbly, with a richly doughy, smoky aroma and complex, nuanced flavors of rasberry and lime.  It has a detectable dosage of sugar, but it's one of the best nonvintage values in California.",Brut,20,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-anderson-valley-15244/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate
12,Sparkling,France,"A densely aromatic nose offers caramel, floral, coconut and lime scents. Soft and even in the mouth, the wine's yeasty-toasty flavors are offset by bright citrus accents that come forward on the long finish. Delicious now, this youthful wine should develop further over the next few years.",Brut,85,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Bruno Paillard
14.6,White,US,"There is a lot of new oak on this smooth wine, with smoky, vanilla and clove elements.  Lees aging also adds creamy, milky bells and whistles.  Under all of that is some nice peach-flavored fruit.  It drinks dry, with refreshing acidity.  Overall, there's a lot of class and elegance here.",Reserve,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Artesa
12,Sparkling,Australia,"New to us, this handsome Aussie sparkler made by a French duo offers full aromas and flavors, an even bead and soft mousse. Green apple aromas and flavors predominate, with hay and bread accents. The back end displays a nice closing filled with limes.",Cuvée Brut,32,90,Australia Other,Australia,,Yarrabank 1996 Cuvée Brut  (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yarrabank-1996-cuvee-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1996,Yarrabank
14.5,White,US,"A real crowd-pleaser, this wine has big, bold aromas of citrus fruits, apples and peaches, with a streak of smoky oak and complications from sur lies aging.  It drinks very rich and fine.  Citrus flavors dominate, with a flinty element, and high acidity suggests midterm aging.",Bien Nacido Vyd Signature,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Bien Nacido Vyd Signature Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-bien-nacido-vyd-signature-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This new brand previously released their second label brut (Discovery), but this is the more ""serious"" offering. It's a 100% barrel-fermented blend of Pinot Noir (60%) and Chardonnay (40%). Youthful and fresh, it sports generous, tiny bubbles and a yeasty vitality. Green apples and a hint of apricot lead into an elegant, toasty finish.",Captain Wm Clark Cuvée Brut,25,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Meriwether 1998 Captain Wm Clark Cuvée Brut  (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-meriwether-1998-captain-wm-clark-cuvee-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1998,Domaine Meriwether
12.5,Sparkling,Australia,"Very dark and intense, this decidedly acquired taste is nonetheless very impressive. A serious Shiraz with bubbles, this shows deep black cherry, earth, soy and coffee aromas and flavors. Medium-weight, with an even bead, it finishes long, dry and complex. Recommended for the adventurous palate.",SB13 Sparkling,26,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rumball NV SB13 Sparkling Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rumball-nv-sb13-sparkling-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,,Rumball
,White,US,"One of California's longest-lived Chards, this mountain wine always starts out tight and lemon-spicy, with bracing acidity.  Sprightly and drinkable now, with dry, citrusy flavors and sweet oaky vanillans, it will improve with many years of cellaring.",,,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stony Hill 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stony-hill-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Stony Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Dark, with plush blackberry and smoke scents, this finely crafted wine has lots to offer. You'll like the polished fruity flavors and velvety texture. Soft acids make it immediately drinkable.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"Intriguing in the nose, with hints of blackberry, wintergreen, cedar and cinnamon.  Silky smooth tannins support a solid core of black cherry, plum cassis, vanilla and herb flavors,.  Juicy but sophisticated.  A lovely example of what this variety can do.",,24,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Selby 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Selby
12.8,Sparkling,US,"Delicious and mature, this sparkler was held on its lees for seven years. Lovely baked bread, vanilla, pear spice and smoke aromas open to a rich palate of bread, citrus, dried fruit and deep earthy flavors. The mouthfeel is even and round with modest bead and mousse, and it finishes dry and long. The sparkle is a little faint, but the flavors vibrant and complex.",Brut LD,50,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1992 Brut LD  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1992-brut-ld-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1992,Iron Horse
7.9,Dessert,US,"Fantastically rich and sweet—  even decadent—with apricot, crème brûlée and caramel aromas and botrytis. Deeply opulent and fruity in the mouth with flavors of apricot nectar, it has a zesty, cleansing cut of acidity. Drizzle it on vanilla ice cream on a hot night.",Late Harvest White,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1999 Late Harvest White Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1999-late-harvest-white-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,1999,Newlan
14.6,Red,US,"A few years of bottle age have mellowed this wine to silky smoothness.  Has the prettiest bouquet of red cherries and smoke, with hints of bacon, thyme, mint and white chocolate.  Equally complex on the palate, with the most generous texture. Pure velvet.",,24,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Artesa
,Red,US,"Loveliness in a glass, this finely etched Merlot benefits from the vintage's richness and great vineyards.  The aromas are a delight, brimming with blackberry, cassis, mocha and smoke, and leading to deep, satisfying flavors and a velvety texture.  Classy and delicious, and sturdy tannins suggest midterm ageability.",,28,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonegate 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Stonegate
,Red,US,"Purists will find it thin and tannic, but it also defines the iron-fist-in-a-velvet-glove quality of Stags Leap. Dry and structured, with intricate tannins, its initial impression is austere. Then you start to think about it, and royal complexities are revealed.",,50,91,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"A smooth-textured, sleek and complex Cabernet. Packed with bright blackberry, anise, coffee and herb flavors, the wine is framed in supple tannins that will allow it to age beautifully. Drinking well now, it is an excellent result from a challenging vintage",,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Volker Eisele Family Estate 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volker-eisele-family-estate-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Volker Eisele Family Estate
,White,US,"Crisp, lively and elegant, with peaches, pears, apricots, orange and spice flavors all beautifully integrated.  Long and bright to the very end.",,28,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 2000 Roussanne (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-2000-roussanne-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Roussanne,2000,Truchard
,Red,US,"Another successful vintage for this very fine wine. Rich and jammy-candied, it's got lavish aromas of blackberry, tobacco and spice, with smoke and vanilla from medium-charred oak. Balanced  with extracted blackberry and cassis flavors and an opulent, smooth texture. Complex and satisfying.",Charles Wetmore Reserve,24,91,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 1998 Charles Wetmore Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1998-charles-wetmore-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wente
,Red,US,"This interesting Sangiovese from the Santa Ynez Valley is a big wine, with a burst of rich, ripe berry fruit in the mouth and detailed tannins.  The mouthfeel is sappy, almost viscous, but saved by good acidity and a dusty dryness.",Eleven Oaks,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1999 Eleven Oaks Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1999-eleven-oaks-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Babcock
,White,US,"Tight flavors of citrus and peach are molded by high acids and dusty tannins, while sumptuous oak treatment adds sweet vanilla nuances and a creamy, buttery mouthfeel.  Drinks very complex and polished, with great weight and structure and a long, creamy, spicy finsish.",,25,91,California,South Coast,South Coast,Arrowood 1998 Chardonnay (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1998-chardonnay-south-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Arrowood
12,Sparkling,US,"Manages to find a resemblance to Champagne in its toast and chalk-dust aromas allied to lime fruit. The fine bead and creamy mousse result in a lush, silky mouthfeel that's very California-ripe but flows seamlessly into a long finish. Fine texture and excellent balance mark this as one of California's best sparklers.",Royal Cuvée - Brut,22,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1993 Royal Cuvée - Brut  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1993-royal-cuvee-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1993,Gloria Ferrer
,Sparkling,France,"This is one of my favorite nonvintage Champagnes, rich and fresh at the same time, with a serious character that reminds you that great Champagne is a wine as well as bubbles.  Complex, weighty and delicious, this is a Champagne that should be enjoyed with food.",Grande Réserve Brut,50,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grande Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grande-reserve-brut-champagne-12657/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
,Red,US,"The aromas are very ripe and full, packed with sweet oak, blackberry jam, cassis, smoke and pepper. Not as concentrated as the enormous 1997, but round and harmonious and dry, with a spicy, long, peacock's tail of a finish.",Reserve,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Benziger
,Red,US,,Sanctuary,28,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Jekel 1997 Sanctuary Red (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1997-sanctuary-red-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Cabernet Blend,1997,Jekel
,Red,US,"Dark-hued and richly textured, this striking Merlot show gobs of complex blackberry, cassis, chocolate, licorice and herb flavors. Fat and long on the finish, it's a fine example of what this variety can really do when handled properly.",Reserve,39,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1998 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Merryvale
13.8,Red,US,"Redolent of cassis, blackberry, herbs, anise, smoke and toasty oak aromas, the wine fans out gracefully on the palate to reveal more layers of equally well-defined fruit. Tannins are soft and round, finishing moderately with a clean freshness",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Wine Co. 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-wine-co-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Napa Wine Co.
,Red,US,"Redolent of cassis, blackberry, herbs, anise, smoke and toasty oak aromas, the wine fans out gracefully on the palate to reveal more layers of equally well-defined fruit. Tannins are soft and round, finishing moderately with a clean freshness.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,2820 Wine Co. 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2820-wine-co-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,2820 Wine Co.
12,Sparkling,France,"This wine's wonderful nose of apple, sourdough, caramel and ginger aromas gives way to a light, dry palate. The spice, pear and lemon flavors are subtle and seductive, the mouthfeel soft and fairly full. Finishes long and refined, with citrus and green apple notes.",Réserve Privée Brut,60,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard NV Réserve Privée Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-nv-reserve-privee-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,,Bruno Paillard
12,Sparkling,France,"Fresh bakery, coconut and caramel aromas open to a round, sensuous palate in this mature bottling. Relatively low-acid, crisp green apple and stone fruit flavors and tart citrus accents keep the palate bright. It's ready to drink, finishing long and taut, with persistent lemon-lime notes.",Brut,85,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard 1989 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-1989-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1989,Bruno Paillard
12.3,Sparkling,US,"A full, bready nose opens this impressive wine from perhaps America's most consistent producer of high-quality bubbly. It shows mature notes and apple fruit, with a faint, liqueur-like sweetness on the full palate. The bead is fine and steady, and class and complexity continue to shine through the long, tangy finish.",J. Schram,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1995 J. Schram  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1995-j-schram-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Schramsberg
,Red,US,"One sniff makes you want to taste it. One sip makes you want more. This is international-style red wine at its sleek, soft finest. The fruit is ripe enough to sustain a fair amount of new oak, which contributes smoky, spicy elements. The balance is superb, the tannins slick; meant for early drinking.",Equilibrium,85,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1998 Equilibrium Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-equilibrium-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Mondavi
,White,US,"Gloriously rich on the nose, with toasty butterscotch, spice and hazelnut nuances. Bright fruit on the palate weaves a classy flavor profile of pear, apple, citrus and herb. Sleek and long on the finish, the wine is an auspicious first release from veteran Monterey winemaker Steve Pessagno.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pessagno 1999 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pessagno-1999-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,1999,Pessagno
14.2,Red,US,"Very dark in the glass and intense in the nose, with cassis, blackberry, mint, white chocolate, smoke and plum aromas. The flavors are extravagantly fruity, very forward and ripe, but dry and framed in soft, intricate tannins. This wine, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot, is weighty and very charming.",Generations-Reserve,34,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1997 Generations-Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1997-generations-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Charles Krug
13.9,Red,US,"Makes you want to shout—it's that good. Pure Alexander Valley all the way, with well-ripened cassis and blackberry-infused fruit and soft, luscious, but intricately detailed tannins. A blast of new oak contributes vanilla, toast and mint. The finish is very dry and complex.",Winemaker's Reserve,35,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Château Souverain 1997 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1997-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Château Souverain
,Red,US,"Begins with inviting blackcurrant and cassis aromas and notes of dark chocolate, smoke and plums. There's a voluptuous, seductive texture with velvety smoothness, and the flavors are of perfectly ripened berries framed in vanilla-tinged oak. Soft and complex with a stylish finish, this beauty is ready to drink now.",Great Estates,45,92,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Great Estates Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-great-estates-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kendall-Jackson
14.2,Red,US,"Silky smooth, with velvety tannins that support a fine blend of plum, cherry, spice, herb and anise flavors.  The wine is complex and seductive; Securely one of the best Sangiovese wines to come out of California yet.",,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 1998 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-1998-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1998,Benessere
13.5,White,US,"Expensive, but worth it for the classy aromas and flavors. The peach, pear and apple notes are polished, and oak contributes smoky, spicy complexities that don't overwhelm. The round, supple texture is accompanied by refreshing acidity, and the finish is long and clean.",Estate Bottled,42,92,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1999 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1999-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,1999,Chalk Hill
,Red,US,"Rich, spicy, plum, anise, chocolate, black currant, herb and distinctive mint notes weave a complex web of flavor in this firm, focused Cabernet. Smooth, plush tannins frame the ensemble, which finishes—like the label says—long.",,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Long Vineyards 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-vineyards-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Long Vineyards
,Red,US,"Smooth and elegant, yet also powerful, with ripe blackberry, chocolate, currant and herb notes, all couched in rich, firm tannins and sweet oak nuances. Long and lush at the end. A blend of 52% Merlot, 48% Cabernet.",Beckstoffer Vineyard,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1998 Beckstoffer Vineyard Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-beckstoffer-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Merryvale
,White,US,"Here's an oaky, lemony wine with the acidity and stuffing for aging. Begins with citrus, cream and smoke aromas, and turns searingly rich, with lemon mousse and smoky honey flavors that last through the long, spicy finish.",Michaud Vineyard,39,92,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Testarossa 1999 Michaud Vineyard Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-michaud-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,1999,Testarossa
,White,US,"Quite fragrant, with hints of toast, honeysuckle and white peach. The wine is richly textured with velvety nuances and pretty fig, apricot and mineral notes. Finishes long and lemony.",,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1999 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1999-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,1999,Stags' Leap Winery
,Red,US,"Soft and succulent blackberry and cassis fruit upfront, framed by squeaky clean tannins and solid oak elements. This is most notable for its voluptuous, velvety texture, which coats the palate with sweet flavors. It's not a big wine but a balanced, harmonious one, and a success for the vintage.",Reserve,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"From a tiny estate vineyard on Spring Mountain, this is a rich and tremendously concentrated Cabernet. Blackberry and cassis flavors are tightly wound around firm but pretty tannins, and the oak is modulated. Polished and elegant, it's ready to drink tonight, but will age for many years.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Smith-Madrone 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-madrone-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Smith-Madrone
,Red,US,"Staggeringly delicious, with white chocolate, cherry and roasted coffeebean aromas and flavors wrapped in sturdy but delicate tannins. It's on the soft, mellow side, with great depth of flavor and a long, sweet, spicy finish. This has to be one of the best Merlots of the vintage.",,25,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1999 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1999-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1999,Chateau St. Jean
,Sparkling,France,"Eniticing rich, lightly oxidative aromas.  The palate, too, is rich and creamy with some balancing, crisp acidity.  Floral flavors, honey and a delcious yeasty character at the end.",Brut Perfection,30,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquesson et Fils NV Brut Perfection  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquesson-fils-nv-brut-perfection-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquesson et Fils
13.5,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Franc and Merlot with a little Cabernet Sauvignon, this wine advances the case for South Coast claret. It's one of the best ever from Santa Barbara. Juicy, ripe, balanced, rich, elegant, fairly soft and covered with lush oak, it's sheer pleasure now.",Fathom,35,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1999 Fathom Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1999-fathom-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Babcock
,White,US,"Rich and opulent, featuring glorious tropical flavors redolent of mango and papaya. Apricot and citrus notes add complexity, while the ensemble is framed in seductively sweet oak. Plush, long and lush at the end. Only 360 cases made.",Dave Selby Reserve,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Selby 1999 Dave Selby Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-1999-dave-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Selby
14.5,White,US,"Firm and rich textured, with bright acidity that keeps it fresh. This wonderful wine is loaded with complex pear, apple, herb and citrus notes that just keep on singing throughout its long finish.",Reserve,35,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Merryvale
,Red,US,"Lush and delicious, this richly fruited wine roars from glass with a serious, yet still sexy plum, chocolate, spice and cedar nose. Plush tannins and an even mouthfeel full cherry, plum and cocoa flavors, and this impressive first release finishes long and dry. Appealing now, but has tannins to lose, should be even better in two years and hold until 2008.",,150,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Sonoma-Napa,Verité 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Sonoma-Napa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/verite-1998-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-napa-sonoma-napa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Verité
,Red,US,"This new Cabernet Sauvignon from Trefethen starts with plenty of fancy, toasted oak (high char to judge from the caramelized note) and ripe blackberry aromas. It turns complex, softly tannic and berry-fruity in the mouth. This wine defines style. Drinkable now, but should age classically.",,125,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,HaLo 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/halo-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,HaLo
,Red,US,"Here's a welcome return to the big leagues by this Napa Valley veteran. True to house style, it's modulated, refusing size in favor of finesse. The pretty currant and oak-infused flavors define style and grace. This sumptuous wine has the balance to age for a long time.",Monte Rosso Vineyard,50,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1998 Monte Rosso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1998-monte-rosso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Louis M. Martini
,White,US,"Rich, ripe fig and toast aromas up front are backed by classy pear, melon, citrus and mineral notes. The wine is well balanced and full-bodied, yet refreshing and quite elegant. Grown high in the hills above Rutherford.",,40,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Long Vineyards 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-vineyards-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Long Vineyards
,Red,US,"Sleek and elegant, the wine is blessed with fine tannins and supple texture, and its blackberry, plum, cassis, chocolate and herb flavors flood the palate in a rush that finishes long and luxuriously. Top-notch Merlot.",,38,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Napa-Sonoma,Pride Mountain 1998 Merlot (Napa-Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-1998-merlot-north-coast-napa-sonoma/,Merlot,1998,Pride Mountain
,Red,US,"This is a lovely, supple 100% Rutherford Cabernet, made in a controlled style.  It's stylish, with great flavors and class.  The oak is plush.  Balance and harmony characterize it all the way, from the brilliant aromas to the clean, thoroughbred aftertaste.",Vineyard Georges III,55,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Clos du Val 1998 Vineyard Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1998-vineyard-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Clos du Val
,Red,US,"A limited- production wine (185 cases), it captures the quintessence of central Napa Valley Cabernet, and even in this less than successful vintage, testifies to the great terroir. It's plush, elegant, harmonious, delicate, powerful, graceful and frankly delicious.",Marjorie's Sunrise,85,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 1998 Marjorie's Sunrise Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-marjories-sunrise-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Mondavi
12,Sparkling,France,"Opens with a stunning layered, bouquet of dried fruits, sandalwood, flowers, smoke and ginger. It's full on the tongue, with rich pear and apple flavors, toast and yeast accents. Citrus and mineral notes persist on the lengthy finish of this impressively complex bottling. Sourced from seven grand cru villages, this is superb now and will last a very long time.",N.P.U.,185,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Bruno Paillard 1990 N.P.U.  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-paillard-1990-npu-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Bruno Paillard
,White,US,"This long-anticipated wine from a longtime grower-turned-vintner swings for the fences. Begins with fascinating, complex aromas—highlighted by lees, pineapple, cinnamon, smoke and white chocolate—and dazzles with its sheer opulence. Everything comes together in pinpointed harmony, right down to the mind-bogglingly beautiful finish.",,35,96,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Robert Young 1999 Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-young-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Robert Young
,White,US,"Awkward and earthy, with off-putting medicinal, herbal aromas and flavors.  There are some apple notes but they are drowned in tart, chemically ones.  This is a difficult wine to say anything nice about.",Reserve,20,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Phillips 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-1999-reserve-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,1999,Phillips
12.5,Red,Portugal,"This uncommon marriage of big-boned red grapes seems overripe and bloated. Flavors of rum-drenched fruitcake and black plums mingle with dark chocolate and meat in the middle, but it's around the edges where it suffers. It has no noticeable acidity or balance. Hot, heavy, raisiny and seemingly stewed.",,13,80,Bairrada,,,Quinta d'Aguieira 1999 Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-daguieira-1999-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-cabernet-sauvignon-bairrada/,Touriga Nacional-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Quinta d'Aguieira
12,Sparkling,France,Volatile at first and clumsy throughout.  The bouquet is rather odd and mildly offputting.  Apple sauce and lemon flavors dominate what could best be described as off-center Champagne.  The millenium is over and-- frankly speaking-- so are the glory days of this over-priced wine.,M 2000 Celebration,50,81,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV M 2000 Celebration  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-m-2000-celebration-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Montaudon
,Red,US,"Young, sharp aromas are stemmy and green, and lead to a thin, sharp wine in the mouth.  Acid and alcohol dominate.  There's not much fruit to find, but if you concentrate you can conjure up some berries.  Dry, acidic and rasping, it will certainly be better with some rich foods.",,14,82,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Star 1999 Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-1999-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Pacific Star
,Red,US,"Opens with thin aromas and drinks thin and tart, with just the slightest suggestion of fruit, although there's plenty of acidity.  It's a very dry wine with no faults.  The finish is extremely dry and rasping.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Camelot 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Camelot
13.9,Red,US,"Pretty cherry flavors lead the way, framed in subtle herb notes.  But the tannins are rough, and the finish a bit short and tart.",,22,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 1999 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,La Crema
,White,US,"This wine has good varietal character with citrusy flavors, dry, crisp acidity and a bright, zesty punch that cleans the palate.  There's an odd, baked quality in the aroma that keeps it from being as good as it could be.",,12,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Indian Springs
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Smells like tangerines in a flower shop, then turns watery, with hints of apple and orange on the palate. Slightly sweet and a bit dull in the mouth, thanks to a paucity of bubbles.",,10,82,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Villa Sandi NV  Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sandi-nv-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Villa Sandi
7,Dessert,Italy,"This rosé sparkler is very sweet, as it's meant to be, with cherry and strawberry aromas and flavors. The sweetness would be more palatable if it were supported by higher acidity, but here it's like the juice in frozen strawberries. Still, many people will just love it—maybe as a Bracchetto float with vanilla ice cream.",Rosa Regale,23,82,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Vigne Regali 2000 Rosa Regale  (Brachetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigne-regali-2000-rosa-regale-italian-red-brachetto-brachetto-dacqui/,Brachetto,2000,Vigne Regali
7.5,Dessert,Italy,"Inside the decorative green bottle is garden-scented, softly sparkling bubbly loaded with sugar. The sweet, flower-and-fruit-salad flavors are a bit cloying, unbalanced by acidity or fizz.",,14,82,Piedmont,Asti,,Mondoro NV Moscato (Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mondoro-nv-muscat-moscato-asti/,Moscato,,Mondoro
13.3,Red,Canada,"From a well-regarded winery in British Columbia, this rather oaky effort shows why Bordeaux varietals are a tough go that far north. Light cherry flavors and plenty of acid sum up this lightweight, simple wine.",,9,82,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 1999 Merlot (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-1999-merlot-okanagan-valley/,Merlot,1999,Mission Hill
12,Red,Portugal,"Thin and a bit one-dimensional, Altano opens with aromas of cracked black peppercorns and green bell peppers; more green pepper, plus loads of oak, flavor the palate and the finish.",Altano,8,82,Douro,,,Symington Family Estates 1999 Altano Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/symington-family-estates-1999-altano-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1999,Symington Family Estates
,Sparkling,France,"Attractive, mild floral and white-pepper aromas and flavors show in this even, light sparkler, but a weird element somewhere between underripe vegetables and a chemical note detracts considerably.  It's soft on the palate and closes with modest length, the good and bad elements struggling for the upper hand on the finish.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,9,82,France Other,France,,Veuve du Vernay NV Blanc de Blancs Brut  (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-vernay-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve du Vernay
14.3,White,US,"Smells thin and earthy, and with a bothersome streak of chlorophyll, indicating less-than-ripe grapes.  This impression is confirmed in the mouth, where it drinks sharp and thin.  It's dry and clean, and that's about it.",,16,82,California,California Other,California,Pacific Star 2000 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-2000-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Pacific Star
,Red,US,"Organically cultivated and vinified, this forward, overripe wine starts off with sweet, jammy fruit then seems to fall apart in the glass. It smells and tastes baked; the finish, sour and tannic, feels manipulated.",,14,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Badger Mountain
14.1,Red,US,"Tastes over-cropped, meaning that they had to produce a huge crop to get the price down this low.  The wine is thin, herbaceous and raspingly dry. with sharp acidity and a watery finish.",Coastal Selection,13,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mirassou 1999 Coastal Selection Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-coastal-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mirassou
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Opens with an unusual and quite green flower shop and celery-like aroma. Has slight hints of tarragon, but is very light, with just faint lemon notes. Light is all right, but lack of effervescence isn't, and this just didn't fizz.",Artesanal - Brut Reserva,12,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jaume Llopart Alemany NV Artesanal - Brut Reserva  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-llopart-alemany-nv-artesanal-brut-reserva-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Jaume Llopart Alemany
13.5,White,New Zealand,"More indistinct than extreme, the tangy citrus and herb aromas and flavors need more weight and definition to stand up to the bracing acidity.  Finishes tart and more vegetal than it reads on the nose and palate.",,12,82,Nelson,,,Greenhough 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Nelson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenhough-2000-sauvignon-blanc-nelson/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Greenhough
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Almost translucent, with a mixed-spice nose that doesn't offer much fruit.  It's got some strawberry and rasberry flavors, but it's also slightly sour.  Milk chocolate shows up on the finish, which is otherwise overly oaky.  Lacks polish.",,19,82,Waipara,,,Canterbury House 1999 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canterbury-house-1999-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,1999,Canterbury House
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Formerly called Casa de Santar, this usually dependable red bore an off-putting, green edge that yielded a bit with time, but never fully dissipated. The juicy fruit comes forward a bit on the palate, but the wine is thin and dry nevertheless, and ends with edgy, mouth-coating tannins.",Castas de Santar,8,83,Dão,,,Casa de Santar 1999 Castas de Santar Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-santar-1999-castas-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,1999,Casa de Santar
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Though the nose nose offers a somewhat alluring bouquet of toast, caramel, herb and earth, the rest of the wine is somewhat disappointing. It's crisp and light in the mouth—so light that it is almost too effervescent—and fairly mute on the palate. A little lemon on the palate; finishes with chalky mineral notes.",Artesanal - Brut Nature,14,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Jaume Llopart Alemany NV Artesanal - Brut Nature  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-llopart-alemany-nv-artesanal-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Jaume Llopart Alemany
,White,US,"There are pretty aromas of tropical fruits and spices, but it turns a little hot and rough in the mouth.  The fruity flavors are sugary, although the acidity is fine.  Think of it as a country style wine, with all the wrappings of Chard, at an everyday price.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 2000 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Blackstone
,Red,US,"Sharp, acidic and earthy, this wine shows the underripe side of Pinot Noir, with some sweet oak. The light fruit is encased in a rough, tannic, earthy shell, with an odd, minty finish.",,10,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 1999 Pinot Noir (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-1999-pinot-noir-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Noir,1999,Powers
,Red,US,"Starts off with wild berry, brambly aromas of earth, sun-warmes wood, coffee and spice.  In the mouth, the berry flavors are wrapped in solid tannins, The kind that make your palate numb.  It's very dry with a tar, tough finish.",Heritage Vines Alegria Vineyards,28,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 1999 Heritage Vines Alegria Vineyards Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-1999-heritage-vines-alegria-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Acorn
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Deep red-brown, like a mature Cab, this Ribatejo has tangy citrus and peanutty aromas, and distinct dried-herb and tree bark flavors. Thin in the mouth, it closes with more green wood and herb flavors. Tastes like it's a little underripe.",Dom Hermano Reserva,9,83,Ribatejo,,,Luis Margaride 1996 Dom Hermano Reserva Red (Ribatejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-margaride-1996-dom-hermano-reserva-red-ribatejo/,Portuguese Red,1996,Luis Margaride
12,Sparkling,France,"Clean, simple, fresh and very pink.  Don't analyze this wine too much; it's a somewhat sweet bubbly that's made to please the masses.  Melon and peach flavors come with a forceful bead.  Pink grapefruit is the dominant flavor.  Pleasant enough for cocktail parties.",Brut Rosé,31,83,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis de Sacy NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-sacy-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis de Sacy
13,White,Portugal,"On its own, you might fault this wine for seeming a bit dull and woody. But with the right food pairing, preferably something fruity seasoned with cumin and cinnamon, this wine can sing. Butter and nut aromas take hold, while dry notes of clove, mace and cinnamon echo the food spices and a lemony tang comes through on the finish.",Morgado de Sta. Catherina,13,83,Bucelas,,,Quinta da Romeira 1999 Morgado de Sta. Catherina Arinto (Bucelas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romeira-1999-morgado-sta-catherina-portuguese-white-arinto-bucelas/,Arinto,1999,Quinta da Romeira
12,Red,Portugal,"Dark cherry aromas with faint meaty accents open this light red. Juicy, but not jammy, the red fruit really takes over on the palate. Straightforward flavors and a clean even finish make this a commendable quaff.",Redondo,6,83,Alentejo,,,Roquevale 1999 Redondo Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquevale-1999-redondo-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,1999,Roquevale
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Faintly sweet aromas of sugar and caramel open the Nino Franco; apples, sour apple and talcum powder round out the palate flavors. Finishes with a cottony texture, and faux-apple flavors. Tastes artificially sweetened, but that may appeal to some.",Brut,14,83,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Nino Franco NV Brut  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-franco-nv-brut-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Nino Franco
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Soft yet big in the mouth, this Proseccco opens with light aromas of apple, toast and talcum powder. The same apple-mineral profile, plus a little pear, shows up on the palate. On the back end, there's a tart, tangy metallic note.",Rive di San Floriano,15,83,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Nino Franco 2000 Rive di San Floriano  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-franco-2000-rive-san-floriano-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,2000,Nino Franco
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Comes dressed in a loud package, but is soft and sweet. Still, it opens with ripe apple and hay aromas and shows more texture than many similar bottlings. The round apple and mild spice flavors have a warm, easy quality. It's not that far from a sparkling cider, without being cloying.",25th Anniversary Brut,10,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Paul Cheneau NV 25th Anniversary Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-25th-anniversary-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Paul Cheneau
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Quite lean and pungent, as so many Kiwi Sauvignon Blancs are, but there's a definable tart grapefruit element amid the more pungent, feline notes.  The sharp, puckery finish is right in line with the rest of the package.",,11,83,Marlborough,,,Red Hill (NZ) 2001 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/red-hill-nz-2001-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2001,Red Hill (NZ)
,Red,US,"Roasted, toasty scents dominate the nose, with layers of vanilla, chocolate and coffee. The fruit is raisined and soft, already fading, and the finish is hot and slightly bitter.",,14,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Badger Mountain 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badger-mountain-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Badger Mountain
14.3,Red,US,"Showcases Zin's wild, almost savage side, with that briary, berry profile.  But it's very dry, thin and rasping, with scouring acidity and a lean, lean mouthfeel.  This palate-stinging wine needs rich, oily foods to tease out whatever ripe fruit is hiding inside.",B-Bar-X Ranch Reserve,24,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Star 1999 B-Bar-X Ranch Reserve Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-1999-b-bar-x-ranch-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Pacific Star
11,Sparkling,Italy,"This Prosecco offers toasty, bready notes on the nose that combine with hay and a little cheese on the palate. The mouthfeel is medium-full, but minerally; the finish holds powdered sugar and mineral flavors, with an odd cheese aftertaste.",Extra Dry,11,83,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Canella NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Canella
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This copper-colored bubbly is a bit mute on the nose, but offers strawberry and tarragon flavors and finishes slightly bitter. A full mouthfeel suggests it might fare better with hearty foods than most cavas.",Brut de Noirs,10,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Brut de Noirs  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-brut-noirs-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
12.5,White,Portugal,"This is more or less a Douro Valley white made of Avessa and Chardonnay. It features some tangy fruit and a pleasant sweet almond core, but it seems to be losing its edge. At one moment it's fairly harmonious, but in the next moment it seems tired.",Vinho Branco,13,83,Portugal,,,Quinta de Covela 1999 Vinho Branco White (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-covela-1999-vinho-branco-white/,White Blend,1999,Quinta de Covela
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The bouquet shows some combination of (and we quote—we couldn't make this up) “wet slate,” “dusty soil” and “honey mustard Chicken McNuggets sauce.” Flavors are somewhat muted, with whispers of lemon, orange blossom and herb. Soft and creamy in the mouth, it finishes with a little caramel.",Julio Brut,15,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Julio Iglesias NV Julio Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/julio-iglesias-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Julio Iglesias
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Tasty in a mature way, with some complexity to the earthy apple, hay and mineral aromas and flavors. However, it just didn't fizz, a problem for a sparkling wine, which brought its rating down, despite the nice flavor package. Closes dry and lemony with moderate length.",Gran Claustro Extra Brut,14,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Perelada 1996 Gran Claustro Extra Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perelada-1996-gran-claustro-extra-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,1996,Perelada
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Sweet sweat and leather aromas and flavors vie with citrus peel for center stage, turning sugary and tangerine-like and adding a bitter-pith note on the finish.",Spumante Doux,10,83,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Spumante Doux  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-spumante-doux-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
10,White,Portugal,"Pineapple and pear aromas lead into a ripe (for Vinho Verde) wine that at first seems a bit soft. Give it some time though, and a steely edge of lime-like acidity emerges, giving it just the requisite bite to cut through a plate of grilled sardines. A blend of Loureiro and Trajdura.",Grinalda,9,84,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Aveleda 2000 Grinalda White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-2000-grinalda-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,2000,Quinta da Aveleda
,Red,US,"Pretty good varietal character, if a bit rough and ready.  It has a berry, woody, green aromas and drinks very dry, with soft acids and furry tannins, and a dry, austere finish.  This wine will soften up rich, oily foods.",Vintner's Blend,10,84,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 1999 Vintner's Blend Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1999-vintners-blend-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Ravenswood
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Light, fragrant aromas of flowers, hay and herbs open this steadily bubbly, but very soft, sparkler. Decidedly sweet tropical fruit notes show in the mouth and on the medium-length finish. Still it carries its sweetness with more style than most.",Primo Franco,16,84,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Nino Franco 2000 Primo Franco  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-franco-2000-primo-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,2000,Nino Franco
11,Sparkling,Italy,"This limited-appellation wine shows complexity, but is not entirely harmonious. The floral and tobacco bouquet also has an odd, wet wood-like note. Sweet, with lemon and herb accents, the palate has an even, soft feel. Closes with an odd marriage of a sugary fade and tobacco notes.",,47,84,Veneto,Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,,Mionetto NV  Prosecco Superiore di Cartizze,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-sparkling-prosecco-superiore-cartizze/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
13,Red,Portugal,"Smells of baking spices like vanilla and cinnamon, but there's also a dusty, earthy note. Simple flavors of black plum finish dry, with hints of cement dust and a resinous, sappy edge.",Vinho Tinto,15,84,Douro,,,Calços do Tanha 1998 Vinho Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcos-tanha-1998-vinho-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1998,Calços do Tanha
10,White,Portugal,"Loureiro is a key component in most blended Vinho Verdes; here it stands alone admirably, but one can see why it's not at its best flying solo. Piercing lemon comes on top of honey and litchi aromas. Give it a try if you want something uniquely Portuguese.",,8,84,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda 2000 Loureiro (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-2000-portuguese-white-loureiro-vinho-verde/,Loureiro,2000,Aveleda
13.5,White,New Zealand,"This Wairu Valley wine's nose is like a patch of green beans in a vast field: distinctly legumey, but open and fresh, with a tinge of chalky soil.  The palate has citrus, banana and mineral flavors and a chalky mouthfeel.  It would be better if it didn't have the lemon-acid notes that start on the palate and end when the last drop goes down your throat.  Finishes with herb, hay and tangy tropical fruit.",,24,84,Marlborough,,,Brancott 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1999-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Brancott
,White,US,"Just what you want in a clean, pleasant, everyday wine that won't break the bank. It's citrusy and fruity, with a nice cut of green-grass aromas and flavors.  Drinks dry and clean.",Founders' Estate,11,84,California,California Other,California,Beringer 2000 Founders' Estate Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-2000-founders-estate-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Beringer
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Crisp green-apple and grass aromas open this lean wine.  A softer, almost candied pear and melon note, as well as brisk acidity, shows on the palate.  Closes tangy and mineral-tinged, with medium-length.",,17,84,Waipara,,,Canterbury House 2000 Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canterbury-house-2000-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,2000,Canterbury House
,Red,US,"Well, you can't expect Romanee-Conti for 10 bucks, but this is a pleasant, easy-drinking wine with enough Pinot Character to satisfy.  It's silky smooth, with some rasberry, beet and tomato notes, and dry, with a clean, spicy finish.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Camelot 2000 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-2000-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,2000,Camelot
,White,US,"Exotic and rich, it drinks like a chocolate smoothie, with cocoa and vanilla flavors, a creamy texture and some residual sugar.  Good acidity balances things out.  There are also some pretty peach and pear flavors.",,15,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 1999 Marsanne (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-1999-marsanne-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Marsanne,1999,Madroña
,Red,US,"There are pruny, raisiny notes in the aroma, faintly Port-like, and this impression of super-maturity is confirmed in the mouth. It's a big, hot, dense wine with Porty flavors, but is dry.  Not for everyone, but fans out of this style will cheer.",James Gang Reserve,28,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 James Gang Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-gang-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Maybe it's Zin, maybe it's not.  Sure smells and tastes like it, with wild berry and spice notes, full body, and dusty tannins.  Somehow, though, it's more rustic than Zin, if that's possible.  It's also higher in acidity.  There's a real bite on the palate that calls for olive oil and butter.",James Gang Reserve,38,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 James Gang Reserve Primitivo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-gang-reserve-zinfandel-primitivo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Primitivo,1999,Tobin James
,Red,US,"A nice all-purpose red, dry and stylish.  It has hot country aromas of plums and raisins, but drinks smooth and fruity.  Dry, but with lusciously extracted fruit and soft, pretty tannins.  The finish is very long and spicy.  A nice, gulpable wine, from Cosentino.",Reserve,18,84,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 1999 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-1999-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Crystal Valley Cellars
11.5,Sparkling,Austria,"Pleasant spiced pear and cinnamon aromas lead into pear and sour plum flavors. Medium-bodied, with a short finish, it's the only Austrian fizz we've ever tried—it makes us think the country has potential.",Cuvée Klimt Brut,18,84,Weinviertel,,,Domaines Schlumberger NV Cuvée Klimt Brut Welschriesling (Weinviertel),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-schlumberger-nv-cuvee-klimt-brut-other-white-welschriesling-weinviertel/,Welschriesling,,Domaines Schlumberger
12,Red,Portugal,"Light and flavorful, this red has a dryly fruited nose and palate and a chalky note, adding interest. Smooth on the palate and not at all pretentious, it's a choice red at a great price to accompany hors d'oeuvres or a light supper.",,6,84,Douro,,,Charamba 1999 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charamba-1999-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1999,Charamba
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Some soft-plastic or rubber notes blow off with air, leaving behind sour ginger and floral aromas. Sweet pear and orange flavors are soft and low-acid, finishing short and smooth.",Carta Nevada Semi Dry,7,84,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Semi Dry  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-semi-dry-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
,White,US,"This is a strange style of Claifornia Viognier, but an interesting one.  The usual flower and fruit notes are undercut by much drier, tart notes of acidity.  It's as if the winemaker wanted to make a leaner style of wine.  It succeeds, but at the cost of losing varietal character.  It's fresh and clean but easy to mistake for Sauvignon Blanc.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,La Crema 2000 Viognier (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-2000-viognier-sonoma-valley/,Viognier,2000,La Crema
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Seems to be showing its age already—the aromas are of Emmenthal rinds and old moss. Toasty and vanilla-oaky, it's full and creamy in the mouth, with some subtle hints of plum. Finishes short.",Satèn - Blanc de Blancs,18,84,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cavalleri NV Satèn - Blanc de Blancs  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalleri-nv-saten-blanc-blancs-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,,Cavalleri
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkler got a major split decision from our panelists who either found it full and rich, loving it for its buttery, smoky, dense qualities, or disliked it for being heavy and simple because of its weighty, buttery, overly toasty personality. Either way, it's full-bodied and finishes dry and tart (or maybe bitter), with good length.",Collezione - Blanc de Blancs,22,84,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Cavalleri 1995 Collezione - Blanc de Blancs  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavalleri-1995-collezione-blanc-blancs-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,1995,Cavalleri
13,White,Portugal,"An unusual Chardonnay, in which green, fresh wood flavors (Portuguese oak?) meld with sweet, juicy tropical fruit. It's light to medium weight, with a slightly slick mouthfeel and decent length, but the green note persists and doesn't meld harmoniously with the fruit's pear-guava-nectar sweetness.",,10,84,Beiras,,,Quinta d'Aguieira 2000 Chardonnay (Beiras),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-daguieira-2000-chardonnay-beiras/,Chardonnay,2000,Quinta d'Aguieira
,Red,US,"Smells forward and ripe, with wild berry, bramble, and blueberry aromas and an array of crushed, dust oriental Spices.  On the palate, it's awkward, somewhat hot, with 15% alcohol and some overripe, raisiny flavors that are Port-like.  Some, however, will go nuts over this style.",Great Estates,28,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Great Estates Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-great-estates-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Kendall-Jackson
,Sparkling,France,"At first, the bouquet reads like bread dusted with powdered sugar; after a few minutes in the glass, the nose takes on burnt-sugar and caramel notes.  in the mouth, it's soft, effervescent and on the sweet side: Flavors of white peach, chalk (and that powdered-sugar note again) are most prominent.  Finishes short to medium, with sugar and a citrus tang.  It's not terribly complex, but it will have wide appeal; there's not much tang or tautness, and will go down easy.",Red Top,27,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Red Top  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-red-top-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
11,Sparkling,Italy,"One of a number of rather split-personality sparklers we encountered., this opens with ginger ale and even beer-like aromas. In the mouth, the flavors are more floral and green, with mild lime notes. It feels brisk and the mousse is frothy, even bracing. Finishes dry with herb and grass accents.",Rustico,12,84,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Nino Franco NV Rustico  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-franco-nv-rustico-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Nino Franco
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Salty (some said soy), toasty-earthy aromas are backed by doughy-briny flavors, plus a little sour apple and yellow plum. Light- to medium-weight, it finishes soft, with tart green apple-meets-rice vinegar notes.",Cava,9,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Fleur de Nuit NV Cava  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-nuit-nv-cava-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Fleur de Nuit
,Red,US,"Dusty, earthy, berry aromas, with a leathery, meaty streak, lead to a dry, berry-rich wine.  It has some odd corners.  The technical readings probably read correctly, but it's jagged, irregular and rustic.  A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, and no challenge to Napa-Sonoma.",Trevin,26,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1996 Trevin Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1996-trevin-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Buttonwood Farm
,White,US,"Easy-drinking wine here, with lemon-custard flavors and textures.  Mothing complicated, and it finishes with a nice, spicy aftertaste.  At this price, it's a pretty good value.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bridlewood 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Bridlewood
,White,US,"Lots of bright peach, pear and tropical fruit here, with a lush overlay of smoky, vanilla-tinged oak.  In the mouth, it turns a bit flabby.  The fruity flavors are pretty, and so is the oaky spice, but the texture could use some more sparkle and life.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bridlewood 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Bridlewood
,Red,US,"This wine seems to be going through a bit of a bad patch right now. What initially came across as lightly oaked, cassis and plum-flavored fruit has acquired a reduced, odd character, and an artificial mix of herbal and sweet flavors. Perhaps it will turn around.",,25,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Arbor Crest
,Sparkling,France,"A floral nose and a very soft mouthfeel characterize this easy bubbly.  With somewhat sweet, flowery flavors, it's really a demi-sec, and will have wide appeal.  Finishes modestly and a little drier than the palate.  It's a touch simple but makes no pretense, and is a decent inexpensive pour.",Brut,11,84,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandin NV Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandin-nv-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux-13372/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandin
,White,US,"Packs a punch with peach, honey and wildflower aromas and flavors, as well as various spice and vanilla.  It's smoothly textured, with good acids and a sprightly mouthfeel, and finishes long and sweetly ripe.",,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1999 Viognier (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1999-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Viognier,1999,Perry Creek
,Red,US,"Riper blackberry flavors are side by side with less ripe, greener notes in this dry, good wine of average character.  It has pretty tannins, soft acidity, and velvety mouthfeel of a great wine, minus the concentration.  The difference is vine yield, but this is a good wine for the price.",Founders' Estate,12,84,California,California Other,California,Beringer 1999 Founders' Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-founders-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Beringer
12,Red,Portugal,"Though light in color and weight, this Portuguese red blend opens with a bouquet of slight mint and clove notes over cherry fruit. Lean, clean and dry, it's a pleasant, straightforward red that will accompany hors d'oeuvres or lighter foods well.",Vinha do Monte,9,84,Alentejo,,,Sogrape 1999 Vinha do Monte Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1999-vinha-monte-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,1999,Sogrape
,White,US,"From an endangered varietal in California, and it's too bad.  Not just a Chardonnay wannabe, Pinot Blanc shows apple, melon, and peach flavors, and it's rounder and fatter.  This version is a little sweet, a little okay; all in a nice sipping wine.",Coastal Selection White Burgundy,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Coastal Selection White Burgundy Pinot Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-coastal-selection-white-burgundy-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Mirassou
14,Red,New Zealand,"Hailing form the North Island, this is a confounding wine that seems to want to be better than it is.  It's foxxy and funky in the nose, even a little burnt, yet the candy-like black-cherry palate is fairly pleasant.  While hardly perfect, there's enough true Pinot character here to make it worthwhile.",,23,84,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2000 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2000-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Te Kairanga
12,Sparkling,Italy,"This pleasant, straightforward sparkler, displays a steady bead and an even, soft mousse. Mild apple, earth and plum aromas, and crisper green apple flavors have appeal, and it never descends to sweetness or mushiness. Not complex, but on target.",Arte Italiana Brut,11,84,,Trentino,,Rotari NV Arte Italiana Brut Chardonnay (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-arte-italiana-brut-chardonnay-trentino/,Chardonnay,,Rotari
12,Red,Portugal,"Toasty on the nose, with hints of animale and a pinch of pepper. Smooths out a bit on the palate, with flavors of black cherries, plums and tree bark. But then it finishes green and sappy—almost resinous. Pair with spicy, hearty foods to tame the rough edges.",,18,84,Douro,,,Sentus 1997 Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sentus-1997-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1997,Sentus
,Sparkling,France,"This soft and slightly green sparkler has redeeming mild spice notes.  The bouquet's hint of anise and tarragon add interest, and the even, smooth palate shows more licorice notes and even light feel with a soft mousse.  Green herbs show on the finish of this easy drinker.",Brut de Brut,9,84,France Other,France,,Kriter NV Brut de Brut  (France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kriter-nv-brut-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Kriter
12,White,New Zealand,"Lemongrass and Granny Smith apple aromas introduce chalk and floral flavors.  Zingy and tangy in the mouth, it closes long, with a little pineapple-lemon sweetness and minerals.",,15,84,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2000 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2000-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2000,Mt. Difficulty
,White,US,"Tart and lean, with a low flavor profile but pronounced acidity.  They must have picked the grapes very young.  You can taste the green lemony flavors.. while the wine scours and sears the palate.  If you like this style, the wine is a good buy.  If you want something fuller, stay away.",Two Heart Canopy,12,84,California,California Other,California,Pepi 1999 Two Heart Canopy Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-1999-two-heart-canopy-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Pepi
,Red,US,"One of the drier Sangioveses of the year.  It comes down firmly on the lean side, and while there are suggestions of black-cherry fruit in the aroma, in the mouth it;s distinctly acidic, lean and sharp.  The struggle to interpret this variety in California continues, but this austere approach will not find favor with consumers.",Two Heart,14,84,California,California Other,California,Pepi 1998 Two Heart Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-1998-two-heart-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1998,Pepi
11,White,Portugal,"Get after this one soon, for it seems to be fading. It's already quite gold in color, indicating maturity. What it lacks in vivacity, however, is made up for in the bright lemon, pineapple and melon flavors. It's a mixed bag of fruit, yet nothing really stands out.",,9,84,Terras do Sado,,,João Pires 1999 Muscat (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joao-pires-1999-muscat-terras-sado/,Muscat,1999,João Pires
,Red,US,"Like a good Cabernet in slow motion, it makes all the right moves.  Pretty blackberry and cassis fruit, good oak, a bit soft but fine enough, and dry, with some real elegance and character.  It could just use a bit more concentration.",,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Clos du Bois
13.5,Red,Portugal,"A bulky, fruity wine that makes up in size and flavor what it lacks in finesse. Bold blackberry and grape flavors finish with ash and charcoal notes. Grilled burgers would be the perfect food pairing.",Quinta do Cachão,5,85,Douro,,,Vinhos Messias 1999 Quinta do Cachão Touriga Nacional (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinhos-messias-1999-quinta-cachao-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-douro/,Touriga Nacional,1999,Vinhos Messias
10,White,Portugal,"Clean, with a light spritzy feel on the palate, this offers nice hay, melon and even tangerine notes on the nose. The mouth shows more of the same, with green apple and herb flavors as well. Completely correct Vinho Verde, this finishes dry, with a mineral citrus tang that fairly begs for seafood.",,9,85,Vinho Verde,,,Quinta da Aveleda 2000 White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-aveleda-2000-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,2000,Quinta da Aveleda
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The Nature tag indicates no dosage, and this Cava is appropriately very crisp and dry. The nose is closed, but tart green apple flavors and chalk accents enliven the palate. Light in weight, it has a soft mousse, and slightly floral close.",Brut Nature,20,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Torre Oria NV Brut Nature  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-oria-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Torre Oria
,Red,US,"Has all the correct Cabernet notes of blackcurrants, cassis , green olives and various herbs and spices, and frames them in very soft tannins, low acidity and just a kiss of oak.  the result is softly elegant if a little flabby, a nice sipping wine with plenty of juicy flavor.",James Gang Reserve,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 James Gang Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-gang-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Tobin James
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Light aromas of lemon, cotton and chalk preface similar flavors, backed by pear notes, on the palate. In the mouth, it's clean, even and soft, with a little bead. Finishes with more clean lemon-mineral flavors.",Brut Leopardi,26,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Llopart 1994 Brut Leopardi  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llopart-1994-brut-leopardi-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,1994,Llopart
12,Sparkling,France,"A blend of sweetness and tangy citrus flavors form the core of this wine, with apple and pear notes at the fringes.  The finish is long, though a bit cloying.",Carte Classique Extra Dry,35,85,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Carte Classique Extra Dry  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-carte-classique-extra-dry-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
,White,US,"Dont' be misled by the California appellation: This is a well-made, attractive wine with lots of virtues.  The pear flavors veer toward melon, melon and there's a little sweetness, with a dollop of smoky oak and the rich, creamy texture people like.",Reserve,16,85,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2000-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Crystal Valley Cellars
,Sparkling,Spain,"Crisp, fresh and elegant on the palate, this sparkler has nice focus, with a core of pear, apple and citrus as an anchor. Clean, bright and long on the finish.",Extra Dry,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Cristalino NV Extra Dry  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Cristalino
12,White,New Zealand,"Ripe peach and apricot aromas and a touch of honey are clear signals of the white stone-fruit character of the wine.  A little natural vanilla and some minerals grace the finish.  The fruit here is reserved, and because of that it's sturdy more than it is spectacular.",,12,85,Marlborough,,,Charles Wiffen 2000 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-wiffen-2000-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Charles Wiffen
,White,US,A lively blend of citrus and baked-apple flavors that are clean and spicy on the finish.  Simple and fresh.,Dry,9,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Alexander Valley Vineyards 2000 Dry Chenin Blanc (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-2000-dry-chenin-blanc-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Alexander Valley Vineyards
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Comes out of the chute a little stinky—like used socks, but quickly rights itself with flavors of sour yellow cherries and tart lemon. Finishes crisply dry, with a hint of citrus pith. Open next holiday season, when it should be cleaner and less bitter.",,44,85,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Ca' del Bosco NV  Franciacorta,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-bosco-nv-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,,Ca' del Bosco
,Red,US,"Smells raw and stemmy, with green wood aromas.  In the mouth, it;s dry, as you'd expect.  Not much flavor, for those accustomed to ripe fruit.  It' a structural wine, meant to go with food, and could be nice with, say, a lamb curry, which would bring out the hidden sweetness.  If you're careful about pairing, it's a nice wine.  A Rhone blend of Carignane, Grenahe, Mourvedre and Syrah.",Arabesque,14,85,California,California Other,California,Bridlewood 1999 Arabesque Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1999-arabesque-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Bridlewood
,Red,US,"Nice for the price.  There's some juicy fruit along with greener, thinner notes, but it's well-structured, with the velvety tannins of far more expensive wines.  Dry, but a bit soft.  A good everyday wine.",Founders' Estate,12,85,California,California Other,California,Beringer 1999 Founders' Estate Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-founders-estate-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Beringer
,Red,US,"A budget-priced Cabernet with a sweet nose that includes a distinctive mix of talcum powder, toast and cinnamon spice. The wine is simple, tart and spicy, and the finish rather chalky and tannic.",,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Barnard Griffin
14.1,Red,US,"So young, fresh and frisky, it's a puppy of a wine, filled with exuberant wild-berry flavors, especially red ones, like red rasberry and strawberry.  The acidity is high enough to tingle the palate, and yet it's weirdly soft,  It's as if all the tannins had been strained out.",Reserve,17,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Barefoot Cellars 1998 Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-1998-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Barefoot Cellars
12.5,White,Portugal,"Fans of austere Sauvignon Blancs need only apply here: You'll like this blend of Arinto, Rabo de Ovelha and Roupeiro grapes, and its tangy cotton-lemon-mineral flavors. Its bouquet smells clean and fresh, with lemon, lime and slight vanilla aromas; it finishes with mineral and citrus flavors. Drink well chilled—some might find it overly tangy otherwise.",,11,85,Alentejo,,,Marques be Borba 2000 White (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-be-borba-2000-white-alentejo/,Portuguese White,2000,Marques be Borba
,Red,Canada,"From British Columbia comes this light, well-made Pinot. Miles away from the jammy, beefy Oregon style, it shows delicate flavors of beet, cola and cracker. The tart berry fruit is delicate; light spice, stem and leaf take over the finish.",Bin 99,8,85,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 1999 Bin 99 Pinot Noir (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-1999-bin-99-pinot-noir-okanagan-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mission Hill
14.8,Red,US,"Blackberry and plum-preserve aromas mingle with earthy, minty notes leading to a big, rich, jammy Zin packed with flavor and heat.  High alcohol packs a punch, but absolute dryness keeps it balanced.",Reserve,28,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1999,Midnight
9,White,Portugal,"Floral and pretty in the nose; this captures the spritzy Vinho Verde style to a tee. A lemony profile with vital acids makes this the right counterpart to crab, lobster or shrimp salad. It'll cut through the mayonnaise, augmenting the flavors of the sea.",Casal Garcia,6,85,Vinho Verde,,,Aveleda NV Casal Garcia White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aveleda-nv-casal-garcia-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,,Aveleda
,Red,US,"There are intense black cherry aromas, pure and simple, in this very dry and fairly tannic wine.  Your tongue sticks to the palate while picks up a solid core of that cherry fruit.  Doesn't seem like an ager, so its best to consume it early, with big, rich foods, and let those tannins and acids cut through the fats and oils.",,17,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Fitzpatrick 1999 Grenache (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fitzpatrick-1999-grenache-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Grenache,1999,Fitzpatrick
,Red,US,"You can taste the earth, heat and sunshine in this strong and slightly sweet Zin.  The peppery, briary aromas lead to a powerfully fruity wine that seems higher in alcohol than the official reading of 13.5%, suggests.  The finish is Port-like.  This is a typical style from the Sierra Foothills.",Harvey Vineyard Old Vine,44,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Grande Folie 1998 Harvey Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grande-folie-1998-harvey-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Grande Folie
,Red,US,"The Sierra Foothills region has proven its ability to make good Cab Franc, and this one, from 1,800 feet up, is flavored with red-berry fruit.  It lacks some body in the middle palate, making it too soft, but it's an easy to like wine, especially at this price.",,15,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1999 Cabernet Franc (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1999-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Indian Springs
,White,US,"There'some pretty apple and peach fruit, and enough oaky influences to bring out smoky, vanilla nuances.  The texture is supple, crisp and creamy.  Made in a crowd-pleasing style, and one that won't break the bank.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Kenwood
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The well-known flat black bottle offers very bright green herb aromas that open to a dry, citrus-herb palate. Shows a touch of elegance in its wing-footed manner. It's not about body, but about clean, airy lightness.",Cordon Negro Brut,9,85,Catalonia,Cava,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13.5,Red,Chile,"Slightly minty green herb notes and toasty oak offset the creamy, ripe fruit bouquet of this soft, accessible red. The mouth shows black cherry flavors, oregano and cocoa accents, while mild tannins and a full fruitiness mark the close of this solid value.",Xplorador,8,85,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Xplorador Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-xplorador-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Concha y Toro
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This tangy and light-to-medium weight wine offers bright red fruit with slightly darker berry, chocolate and earth shadings. Good acidity keeps it lively on the palate, as does the tannic tang of the moderately long finish. Just what a value Merlot should be.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Merlot (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-merlot-mendoza/,Merlot,2000,Santa Julia
12,Sparkling,France,"Is that breakfast in the nose?  The scrambled eggs and toast aromas leave you asking for the bacon and coffee.  this bubbly is bulky and full-bodied, with a sugary center of ripe red apple and pear.  Good in a simple way, but not exciting.",Chardonnay Premier Cru Brut,34,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Chardonnay Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-chardonnay-premier-cru-brut-champagne-12909/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
11,Sparkling,Italy,"In the mouth, the bead is big and coarse (like soda carbonation), and the flavors minerally and toasty over a bed of pear and honey notes. Opens with faint apple and floral notes.",Casada Extra Dry Spumante,14,85,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Mionetto NV Casada Extra Dry Spumante  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mionetto-nv-casada-extra-dry-spumante-sparkling-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Mionetto
14.2,Red,US,"There's lots to like in this rustic but pretty wine, infused with blackberry and cassis aromas and flavors.  Softly fruity in the mouth, the finish picks up the ample tannins.  Try it with robust foods like barbecue.",Eclipse,22,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Eclipse Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-eclipse-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,Midnight
12.8,Sparkling,US,"Opens with delicate, fine-Champagne aromas, tinged with smoke and vanilla, and turns creamy in the mouth.  There's a trace of citrus fruit in this dry, full-bodied wine.  The finish is succulent, filled with flavor and a little bitter.",Russian Cuvee,26,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1996 Russian Cuvee  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Iron Horse
14.5,Red,US,"A roasted fruit, tar and pungent pepper nose opens this tangy welterwight.  Stewed berry and plum flavors follow, but the wine is a bit thin and to some, slightly hot.  Toasty oak and aniceaccent the red fruit flavors on the modest finish.",Sunny Slope Vineyard Vineyard Collection,50,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 1998 Sunny Slope Vineyard Vineyard Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1998-sunny-slope-vineyard-vineyard-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Imagery
11.5,Sparkling,US,"Pleasantly yeasty and with fine scents of burnt toast, but also odd aromas reminiscent of roasted cashews--or maybe peanut brittle.  Soft and nutty on the palate, with a short finish.",Jubilee,30,83,New York,New York Other,Hudson River Region,Clinton NV Jubilee Seyval Blanc (Hudson River Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clinton-nv-jubilee-other-white-seyval-blanc-other-hudson-river-region/,Seyval Blanc,,Clinton
,Red,Australia,"Still young, this cuts a dark, handsome profile, opening with blackberry, dark chocolate and licorice. The mouthfeel is big and plummy, and though fatter in feel than the other Wynn's reds, it has the same fine balance that characterizes the line. Closes long, with well-integrated black fruit and oak. Can use two or three years to really strut its stuff. Cellar Selection.",John Riddoch,,93,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1994 John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1994-john-riddoch-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,Spain,"Extremely supple and creamy, with waves of black-cherry and vanilla flavors that gently caress the palate. Earthy dark chocolate and ample cedar shadings complete the package. A great effort given the challenging vintage; should drink well now and for the next half-dozen years.",Crianza,24,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Emilio Moro
14,Red,Australia,"This mature and ripe wine shows impressive complexity and a smooth, full mouthfeel. Deep dark-cherry fruit wears meaty, peppery accents and an almost Worcestershire/marinade quality noted by more than one taster. Mocha and earth, black pepper, leather and herb all show on the long and even finish. Drink this handsome wine now through 2005.",Foundation,40,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1996 Foundation Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1996-foundation-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1996,Tatachilla
13.5,White,US,"Brilliantly pure tropical fruit joins with jolting acidity and overlays of smoky oak to produce this full-flavored beauty that brims with melon, guava and peach notes. It's crisp, clean, refreshing and complex, with a long, spicy finish.",Estate,16,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1999 Estate Pinot Blanc (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1999-estate-pinot-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Laetitia
14.2,Red,US,"Raspberry aromas and flavors dominate the McDowell—in the bouquet, they're bolstered by blueberry and linseed aromas, and, on the palate, chocolate, earth and walnut flavors. Medium-weight and a little tart on the palate and on the long, toasty finish. Top Value.",Reserve - McDowell Valley,24,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 1999 Reserve - McDowell Valley Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-1999-reserve-valley-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1999,McDowell
13.5,Red,US,"This is a classic California Zin, with ripe, exuberant aromas of strawberry, red raspberry, blueberry, bramble and peppery dust and smoke. Opens with a big burst of spicy berry fruit, round and rich and very dry. Accessible tannins add complexity and structure.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
14,Red,Australia,"Smooth and even, pleasantly creamy, this wine shows lots of toasty oak, chocolate and cedar over the jammy yet tart blackberry fruit. Pepper, anise and vanilla accents add interest, and though the fruit is dense and heavily oaked, the wine is mid-weight and even rather than monolithic. Good length, lemon and cedar accents mark the close. Drink or hold through 2006 and beyond.",Wongalere,35,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Gilbert 1998 Wongalere Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-gilbert-1998-wongalere-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Simon Gilbert
13.2,Red,South Africa,"Its leather and dark- cherry bouquet is infused with outdoorsy scents (some described it as “animal” and some called it “tree bark”), but that's just fine by us. South African “intensely gamy and earthy” flavors, plus more leather and dry red berry, round out the palate. Long coffee-meets-smoke and gunpowder finish.",Hunting Family,28,89,Stellenbosch,,,Slaley 1999 Hunting Family Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/slaley-1999-hunting-family-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1999,Slaley
14.1,White,US,"Creamy smooth texture supports a core of citrus, mineral and herb notes that combine with great elegance. The finsh is long and clean.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Wine Co. 1999 Pinot Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-wine-co-1999-pinot-blanc-napa-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Napa Wine Co.
,Red,US,"Burgundian, with plummy, forest-floor, mushroom, smoke and slightly funky aromas. Softly fruity and velvety, with a delicacy and finesse that carries through the dry, spicy finish.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Pavona 1999 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavona-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Pavona
13.8,White,US,"Quite tasty, with ripe, bright grapefruit, passionfruit, lemon and herb flavors. It's light and refreshing; long and clean on the finish. A terrific quaffer.",,13,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Kenwood
14,Red,Australia,"Red berries, cedar and a dull red cabbage note open this Shiraz; earthy, red-berry and burnt-sugar notes carry it through the herb-and-tree-bark finish. Medium to lean in the mouth.",,27,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Hewitson 1999 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hewitson-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Hewitson
,White,US,"Spicy and rich, with hints of melon, mandarin orange and lemon. It strikes a nice balance, with good body and acidity. A versatile wine for many occasions, from sipping to serious eating.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Daniel Gehrs 2000 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2000-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,2000,Daniel Gehrs
,White,US,"Pretty grapefruit, melon, mineral, pear and herb notes form the core of this luscious yet refreshing white wine. Clean and bright on the finish. Perfect for summer.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 2000 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Benessere
,White,US,"Pretty aromas of figs, cashew nuts, white peach and oaky, sweet vanilla and toast lead to very rich and ripe flavors of peach custard on the palate. The creamy texture and mouthfeel is mousse-like, yet for all the fruity richness, it's bone dry and crisp.",,14,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Tantalus 1999 Sémillon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantalus-1999-semillon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sémillon,1999,Tantalus
14.3,Red,US,"Deep, darkly fruited and funky (in a good way) with a horsey-stabley, earthy Syrah character. The smooth, full palate delivers harmonious black fruit, meat and smoke flavors. Finishing with a handsome pepper, mineral and espresso fade, this can be cellared a few years, and may well improve further. Drink now through 2008.",Estate/Carneros,35,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1999 Estate/Carneros Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1999-estate-carneros-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,1999,Truchard
14,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay alternative, similar in weight—heftier than many—but with its own character. The lively peach, pear and vanilla nose sets up a round, fullish palate with dry pear fruit and pepper accents. Hefty but not flabby; good underlying acidity holds this together. It finishes long, with more pepper.",,15,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Tualatin Estate 1999 Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tualatin-estate-1999-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Tualatin Estate
13.5,White,US,"Full and smooth, with ripe apple-pineapple aromas and flavors offset by spice accents, this mainstream Napa Chardonnay delivers plenty of pleasure. Oak and buttered popcorn play on the lingering finish.",,17,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rutherford Hill
13.5,Red,US,"A nose of spice, earth and cedar opens this medium-bodied wine that offers more than the 1995 and is a step toward the richer, more impressive 1997. Black cherry and charred oak notes play on the palate. The finish, with its hints of clove and tarragon, displays good length and some nuance. Closes with dusty tannins. Could use another year in the bottle.",Reserve,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1996 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1996-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Rutherford Hill
13.5,Red,US,"Dark and red berry fruit with anise, mineral and mint accents marks this full, very even wine. The soft, slightly syrupy palate has eucalyptus, caramel and burnt-marshmallow flavors, while the tart, dry, peppery finish displays even tannins. Nicely structured, it will hold through mid-decade.",Red Triangle,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rowland 1999 Red Triangle Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rowland-1999-red-triangle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Rowland
,White,US,"Another opulent, fat Chard, dripping with oak. Aromas of hazelnut, butterscotch, smoky vanilla, intensely ripe peaches and pears, and even crème brûlée, precede equally rich flavors. The texture is creamy and custardy, and the finish is long, spicy and honeyed.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,St. Clement
14.6,Red,US,"Opens with a nose that's deep and ripe, but not sweet. Full and pleasurable, it shows tangy black- cherry and cedar notes on the soft, fleshy palate. This spicy, oaky Syrah closes with good length, notes of coffee, pepper and licorice and easy tannins. Fine for immediate consumption.",Thompson Vineyard,32,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 1999 Thompson Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1999-thompson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Jaffurs
,Red,US,"Pale in color, with delicate aromas of raspberries, smoke, vanilla, rhubarb and black tea. The spice flavors dominate, ranging from pepper and cinnamon to allspice and mint, along with jammy berry fruit. All this is set in an elegant, polished structure, framed by oak. It's light in body, but full-flavored.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 1998 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,J Vineyards & Winery
14.2,White,US,"Delightful, with peach, apple and tangerine aromas and the most luscious honey-smoky note. On the palate, it's rich, spicy and fruity. The most notable thing is the acidity, very high and crisp, the perfect complement to all that fruit. Treads a delicate balance between dry and just slightly sweet.",,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Handley
13.5,Red,US,"Full on the palate with cedar, smoke, earth and plum notes, this solid wine shows good structure and complexity. Features black-cherry and mocha flavors, a soft, velvety mouthfeel and a long, softly tannic finish.",,21,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Rutherford Hill
,Red,US,"Dark in color, this single-vineyard wine was made from 30-year-old vines. Aromas are deep and plummy, with roasted coffee-bean and caramelized, raisiny notes. Very dry and austere, with high acidity and rich tannins. Try aging this quintessentially Californian wine for a decade.",,14,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,St. Amant 1999 Barbera (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-amant-1999-barbera-central-valley-lodi/,Barbera,1999,St. Amant
14,Red,South Africa,"A complex, individual wine from South Africa that boasts earthy, horsey aromas mixed with briary scents of blackberries and eucalyptus. The earth flavors persist right through to the peppery finish, joined by hints of black olive and hickory smoke.",Flagship,35,88,Swartland,,,Spice Route 1999 Flagship Syrah (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-1999-flagship-shiraz-syrah-syrah-swartland/,Syrah,1999,Spice Route
13.9,White,US,"If more Gewürzes were like this, the varietal would be more popular. The bouquet shows explosive aromas of wildflowers, honey, jasmine, vanilla and citrus. Enormously fruity, but nicely dry, in the Alsatian style. Sturdy acidity meanwhile gives the wine life and pizzazz.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Thomas Fogarty 2000 Gewürztraminer (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-2000-gewurztraminer-central-coast-monterey/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Thomas Fogarty
,Red,France,"A complex bouquet of mint, meat, earth and tobacco opens this reserved wine.  A blend of approximately 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah, with small amounts of Carignane and Mourvedre, it's dry and fairly tart on the palate with a chalky overlay to the licorice and dried fruit flavors.  Firmly structured and a bit hard now, it needs a few years to show fully.  It closes with a meaty, herb-metallic and black pepper finish.",,28,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Louis Bernard 1999 Grenache-Syrah (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-1999-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-syrah-chateauneuf-pape/,Grenache-Syrah,1999,Louis Bernard
13.5,Red,Australia,"Toast and matchstick notes on the nose are met with, depending who you talk to, either grape Hi-C aromas, or dark, musky ones. We had just as many arguments about what was happening on the palate, but if grapes, menthol, black-tea, or tart black-cherry flavors sound good to you, you're in luck. Medium-weight and well-balanced, finishing with tart, peppery oak flavors.",,30,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rufus Stone 1998 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rufus-stone-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Rufus Stone
13.7,Red,US,"Dark aromas and flavors of coffee and cola share center stage with cedar and black cherries. Despite the heavy flavors, the wine is a bit on the light side, but smooth and harmonious. Finishes with hints of espresso and smooth, velvety tannins.",Val de la Mer - Estate,24,88,California,South Coast,,Orfila 1998 Val de la Mer - Estate Syrah,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1998-val-mer-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-san-pasqual/,Syrah,1998,Orfila
13.5,Red,US,"This is classic Sonoma Zin, supple and pure, with sweet raspberry and red-cherry flavors generously dusted with crushed spices, and bone dry. Soft, melted tannins make it user-friendly. Goes down easy with barbecue, ham or herbed goat cheese.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Valley of the Moon
14,Red,US,"This hearty wine delivers lots of anise- accented sour berry fruit on a full, creamy mouthfeel. Dark and tart, earthy and spicy, it has an elegantly rustic quality, showing spice and leather shadings. Finishes long, with peppery deep fruit flavors and full tannins. Hold 2–4 years or decant to drink now.",Los Carneros,23,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cline 1999 Los Carneros Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1999-los-carneros-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,1999,Cline
12.8,White,US,"Smells very fresh and fragrant, with pronounced gooseberry, citrus, straw, smoke, vanilla and peach aromas. This exuberantly spicy, fruity wine is very flavorful and dry, a little soft, but voluptuous and creamy. Most of the grapes come from St. Helena vineyards.",,14,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Charles Krug
,White,US,"The vanilla, clove and smoky aromas of well-charred oak dominate this pretty wine. The peach and apple fruit handles all that oak well, as does the refreshingly crisp acidity. Ultraclean, round and vibrant, this dry wine is built to please.",,16,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benziger 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Benziger
13.7,Red,US,"The near-black color warns you to expect enormous concentration—and this wine delivers just that. Aromas of leather, cracked peppercorns, blackberries and a sweet smokiness (BBQ sauce?) give way to a mouthful of espresso and toasty oak that's marked by deep earthiness. The rich texture and long finish are a treat; give this wine 2–3 years.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Beckmen 1999 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Beckmen
14,Red,Australia,"Complex aromas of mocha and milk chocolate, vanilla and black cherry lead into a full, viscous, creamy mouthful of blackberry and earth flavors. Powerful and intense, finishing with hints of tobacco and milk chocolate.",Chook Block,75,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 1998 Chook Block Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-1998-chook-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Wirra Wirra
,Red,US,"Quite spicy, with vibrant black-cherry, blackberry, clove and herb notes, all couched in supple tannins. Long and bright on the finish.",Reserve,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,St. Amant 1999 Reserve Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-amant-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,1999,St. Amant
14.5,Red,Australia,"Blackberry, cream and a doughy note on the nose open to attractive cherry-licorice and coffee flavors. This is medium-weight and complex, with olive, caramel, mineral and earth notes, though not particularly deep. Closes with a tangy, peppery finish. A split-decision for our panel, but enjoyed by most tasters.",,33,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Penny's Hill 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pennys-hill-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Penny's Hill
14.5,Red,US,"Look no further for jammy, blueberry-scented Zin, bursting at the seams with all sorts of wild berry flavors. It's as fresh as the morning sun, and Beaujolais-like in its seductively youthful beauty and charm. Editors' Choice.",Liar's Dice,19,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1999 Liar's Dice Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-liars-dice-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Murphy-Goode
14.1,Red,US,"Cassis, fig, smoke and toast are among the descriptors used by our panelists for this tasty South Central Coaster. It might be called a strong generalist—it has good feel and structure, espresso and licorice accents, and a long, tart-sweet, dryly tannic finish.",Firepeak Vineyard,38,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 1999 Firepeak Vineyard Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1999-firepeak-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,1999,Baileyana
14,Red,Australia,"Dark and elegant, this offering from veteran Oz winemaker Len Evans is full-bodied and velevety, with a restrained flavor profile. It shows tart black fruits with cedar, pepper and herb accents, and is a bit creamy. Finishes long and reserved, with deeply wooded dry tart fruit, and a tangy backend note.",,30,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Len Evans 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/len-evans-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Len Evans
,White,France,"Delicate but open wine, showing the soft but subtle side of Montagny. Flavors of almonds combine with a zesty edge and just a touch of honey. Delicious to drink now.",Premier Cru,,89,Burgundy,Montagny,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998 Premier Cru  (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-premier-cru-white-montagny/,White Blend,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,US,"Big, rich and sturdy, this wine nicely showcases the depth of Merlot's stone-fruit and berry flavors, while the tannins are soft and pretty. Not that it's a slouch. There's a tough backbone of acids and good structure. The finish is rich and interesting.",,18,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1998 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1998-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1998,Buena Vista
14,Red,Australia,"Smooth and medium in weight, this is a fine example of the lavishly oaked style, the deep sweet cherry fruit wrapped in a dark, toasty cocoon with leathery accents adding interest. Even tannins, black-toast and coffee accents show on the long finish. There's a lot of wood here, but it's better-utilized than in many other wines.",Reserve,48,89,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 1998 Reserve Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Pikes
13,White,US,"Monterey veteran Dan Lee hits the bullseye with this rich, ripe, leesy wine that drinks fancy and elegant. The peach and tropical fruit flavors are very concentrated and intense, wrapped in a creamy texture, and the finish is long and spicy.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 1999 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Morgan
14.2,Red,US,"This wine takes some time to get going—but once it does, look out. The toast and pepper aromas broaden with air, developing blackberry and caramel notes that continue through the flavors. Full-bodied, the flavors continue to evolve in the glass, slowly giving up saddle leather, coffee and chocolate before finishing with touches of mint and anise.",Saralee's Vineyard,60,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 1998 Saralee's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1998-saralees-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1998,Arrowood
14.3,Red,US,"The fragrant, attractive nose of this Napa Syrah has everything from kirsch to mint to butterscotch to dried spices to orange peel. Turns leaner on the palate with a dry, almost ashy feel and medium weight. Picks up again on the back end where the smooth, dark finish shows baked- apple and cinnamon notes.",,25,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1998 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1998,Stags' Leap Winery
12.5,Red,Italy,"Cherries, leather and tobacco aromas segue into plum, cedar and earth flavors. Mouthfeel is taut—this wine certainly needs 3–5 years to unwind—and the light but long finish shows tart berry, black tea and more tobacco.",,51,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Varramista 1997 Syrah (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/varramista-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-toscana/,Syrah,1997,Varramista
,Red,Spain,"The dark purple color suggests a younger wine, but one sniff and you know it spent a lot of time in oak. Toast and cedar aromas predominate, but underneath them lies black-cherry fruit and a firm iron-mineral tang. Long, dry finish. Give it 3–5 years for the oak to integrate before drinking it over the next 10.",Gran Reserva,75,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 1995 Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-1995-gran-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1995,Val Sotillo
14.5,Red,US,"An impressive, deep and darkly fruited nose shows smoke, leather, cinnamon, coconut, even mushroom notes. On the round, textured palate, earth and coffee accent ripe blackberry, plum and toast flavors. The finish—tart berry, citrus and licorice-tinged—shows good length and even tannins. Intense, youthful Syrah that will evolve for 2–4 years, and hold well through 2008. Top Value.",,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 1999 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Santa Barbara Winery
13.9,Red,US,"Imagine a sweaty horse crashing through a briar patch—the comingled aromas might smell like this wine. Horsey, leathery notes and blackberries, together with a leafy, untamed side mark this as a unique California experience.",Stonewall Vineyard,45,89,California,California Other,California,Epiphany 1999 Stonewall Vineyard Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/epiphany-1999-stonewall-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Epiphany
14.3,Red,US,"Toasty, nutty aromas vie with earthy, horsey scents, but underneath this sideshow there's gobs of blackberries, prune plums and licorice. Finishes long and tangy, with complex notes of coffee, black pepper and smoked meat.",Rodney's Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1999 Rodney's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1999-rodneys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Fess Parker
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Quite black peppery, through and through, but the pepper doesn't overpower the wine's other flavors. Smoked meat and black pepper spice up the palate's juicy red- cherry and blackberry flavors. These same flavors, plus vanilla and a slight lemon tang, spill over to the finish. Top Value.",Longlands,21,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 2000 Longlands Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-2000-longlands-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,2000,Te Awa Farm
13,Red,Spain,"Cedar and vanilla aromas beautifully complement the blackberry fruit. Add in spicy complexities of clove and sandalwood, along with a rich smoked-meat nuance, and this medium-weight wine is another winning vintage from Alejandro Fernandez.",Crianza,25,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pesquera 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pesquera-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Pesquera
14,White,US,"Starts off with plenty of sweet oak—vanilla and butterscotch come to mind. Then tropical fruits like mango and lemon kick in, with hints of minerals on the bright finish. Quite nice.",,20,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lambert Bridge 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Lambert Bridge
14,Red,Australia,"Sixty bucks for a night in the wilderness? This Shiraz will take you there, with its wood, eucalyptus and smoke aromas, and a palate that is more piney, spicy and sappy than fruity. Those that like smooth wines with outdoorsy flavors would do well to set up camp here.",,60,89,South Australia,South Australia,,AusVetia 1997 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ausvetia-1997-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1997,AusVetia
,Red,Spain,"A rich, earthy wine that blends black cherries and chocolate with hints of mixed green herbs—even dill. Shows enough structure and balance to last a few years, and picks up an anise note on the finish. A blend of 60% Tempranillo, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon that spends a year in a mix of French and American oak. Editors' Choice.",Rívola,11,89,Northern Spain,Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 1999 Rívola Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1999-rivola-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-mesa-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Tempranillo from separate parcels of the estate. The Tempranillo, from a lime hillside, brings exotic floral aromas and red cherries; the Cabernet, from vines butting up against the Duero, provides structure and black currants. Hints of rhubarb and herbs accent the long finish.",Cuvée El Palomar,45,89,Northern Spain,Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 1998 Cuvée El Palomar Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1998-cuvee-el-palomar-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-mesa-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Abadia Retuerta
13.8,Red,Australia,"Loads of oak adorn the blackberry and blueberry fruit in this big, suave charmer. Bitter chocolate and espresso flavors; full, structured mouthfeel. If slightly one-dimensional, it continues to offer pleasure right through the long tart, slightly lemony finish, and has the stuff to hold through mid-decade, at least.",Signataire,30,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Cimicky 1998 Signataire Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cimicky-1998-signataire-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Charles Cimicky
14.4,Red,US,"Plum, black-cherry, cured-meat and ""smoke-machine smoke"" aromas comprise the subtle yet complex nose; raspberry, red-apple, toasted-nuts and cola flavors dominate on the palate. Mouthfeel is smooth and full; long finish shows ""soft but plentiful"" tannins and mineral flavors.",Winners Circle Selection,24,89,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Bridlewood 1999 Winners Circle Selection Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1999-winners-circle-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,1999,Bridlewood
14.8,Red,US,"Gamy, menthol-and-leather notes envelope the creamy blackberry aromas on the nose of this Syrah. Strong toast and mint notes bolster the sour blackberry fruit on the palate. The wine's tart, dry chalk-berry finish and dry tannins prompted one taster to say,  ""Water…now. I need water.""",Nuns Canyon Vineyard,26,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Everett Ridge 1999 Nuns Canyon Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/everett-ridge-1999-nuns-canyon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1999,Everett Ridge
12.5,White,France,"Though not labeled as such, this wine is sourced entirely from the Schoenenbourg grand cru. The complex aromas and flavors of mineral oil, kerosene, ripe plum, apple and spice are deep and impressive. There's good acidity, yet the wine is even and round on the palate. Finishes long, with ripe grapefruit and mineral notes.",Jubilee Reserve Personelle,35,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1998 Jubilee Reserve Personelle Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1998-jubilee-reserve-personelle-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1998,Hugel
13,Red,Spain,"Featuring supple cherries marked by plenty of vanilla and toast, this is an easy-drinking wine made for current consumption. A good effort from a miserable vintage, this should be drunk over the next 2–3 years.",Reserva,40,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pesquera 1997 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pesquera-1997-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Pesquera
14.2,Red,US,"Big in the mouth, though perhaps on the dry side, this Syrah has a smoldering black palate—think black plum, earth, espresso and licorice. Think that it couldn't get any blacker than that? Add smoke, black-pepper and toast flavors on the finish to its profile. Cellar for two or three years.",Tierra Mar,52,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 1999 Tierra Mar Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1999-tierra-mar-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1999,Morgan
13.5,Red,Spain,"This full-bodied wine carries a heavy load of new lumber: warm caramel, sweet vanilla and toasted coconut aromas lead the way. Yet the underlying fruit—marked by black cherry and tobacco, with hints of apricot skin and orange peel—embodies a fragility that suggests it is best consumed now.",Reserva,37,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 1996 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-1996-reserva-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,1996,Pago de los Capellanes
13.5,Red,US,"Classy and tight, with a tart cherry, herb and tomato profile and racy acidity that is very '99. Light and smooth, with an even chalk-dust feel, it stays lean and clean through the long, sour cherry finish. This will even out a bit with time in the bottle, but not flesh out much. It will always be angular in manner, with great appeal to those who enjoy high-strung Pinot.",Wädenswil Block Reserve,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1999 Wädenswil Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1999-wadenswil-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bethel Heights
13.9,Red,Australia,"Though it could use two years in the cellar to integrate, the Vasse Felix shows blackberry and cedar from start to finish, and lots of cocoa and toast flavors along the way. Bouquet has mint accents; finish is dry, with mineral and cedar notes.",,30,89,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 1999 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,1999,Vasse Felix
14.1,Red,US,"""Very fragrant"" on the nose, wrote one panelist—a sentiment that was echoed by many who praised Swanson's super-ripe berry, plum and grape fruit; vanillin oak and slight peach aromas. Red berries, cocoa and oak pop up on the palate. The finish, however long, intrigued us, with its vanilla and orange flavors, and lollipop-candy texture.",,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1998 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1998,Swanson
,Red,US,"This new winery is the project of the winemaker for Panther Creek, who also serves as consulting winemaker for Shea Vineyards. Here again the bright, spicy Pinot fruit, with its lovely mix of red and black berry flavors, takes front and center stage. There is plenty of lively acid, some well-managed tannins, and a whiff of black pepper. It was aged in all neutral oak, and the only thing missing is just that pleasing finish of mocha toast that would take the wine to the next level.",Shea Vineyard,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stevenson-Barrie 1999 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenson-barrie-1999-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stevenson-Barrie
14,Red,New Zealand,"Dark cherry, leather and coffee aromas lead into more of the same flavors on the palate. Medium-weight with moderate tannins, this New Zealand Syrah could almost be mistaken for a Crozes-Hermitage. It finishes with dry mineral and pepper flavors. It's lean and structured, and would benefit from 2–3 years of cellaring.",Mere Road Vineyard,28,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 1999 Mere Road Vineyard Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-1999-mere-road-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,1999,Mills Reef
13.5,Red,US,"Chocolate and cola predominate at first, then mouth-filling black earth and plum flavors take over. Hints of sweet red cherries emerge on the finish, but the overall impression is of dark, mysterious layers that are best left undisturbed for a few years.",Amelia Rose Cuvée,45,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Torii Mor 1999 Amelia Rose Cuvée Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1999-amelia-rose-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Torii Mor
14.5,Red,US,"Taut, with reduced but decidedly complex elements of toast, beef, blackberry, brown sugar and earth. Full, almost heavy on the tongue, it's chewy, with dense, plummy fruit and solid structure. The back end is big, with large tannins, suppressed fruit, meat and espresso notes. Needs time—best after 2004, and should last the decade.",Garys' Vineyard,42,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 1999 Garys' Vineyard Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-garys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,1999,Testarossa
14.5,Red,US,"In this firm, understated Syrah, toast, earth and leather aromas segue into coffee, blackberry and vanilla flavors. The plum-maple finish is a little rough—but we have confidence that it'll smooth out with a little age. Top Value.",,22,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Russian Hill 1999 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/russian-hill-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Russian Hill
13.5,Red,Australia,"It's “obvious” Syrah according to a couple of tasters, but what's wrong with that? Vanilla-caramel, blackberry and cocoa-coffee aromas and flavors; finishes long, with moderate tannins and stewed fruit flavors. Top Value.",Adelaide Plains,22,89,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,St. Andrews Estate 2000 Adelaide Plains Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-andrews-estate-2000-adelaide-plains-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,2000,St. Andrews Estate
15,Red,US,"A dark, dense beast that could use a few years to round into form—right now the toasty oak is prominent and the tannins plentiful. Full-bodied, with espresso, tar and blackberry flavors that fold in smoked bacon and cocoa on the finish. Top Value.",England-Shaw Vyd,21,89,California,North Coast,Solano County,Rosenblum 1999 England-Shaw Vyd Syrah (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1999-england-shaw-vyd-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-solano-county/,Syrah,1999,Rosenblum
13.4,Red,US,"Ripe and even, this appealing Sonoman delivers a lovely perfume of cassis toast and white pepper. Plenty of oak keeps it dark and tart, but of the type, it's very well done, with an even mouthfeel and long, tangy finish. This should be even better in two or three years.","Estate Reserve, Vogensen Bench",28,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,"Preston 1997 Estate Reserve, Vogensen Bench Syrah (Dry Creek Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-estate-reserve-vogensen-bench-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1997,Preston
13,Red,US,"Boasts alluring aromas of dusty iron-laced earth, cinnamon and cumin, but doesn't quite follow through on the palate, where the cherry, berry and spice flavors come across as tart and hard. May blossom with age or may dry out—our tasters were evenly divided.",Shea Vineyard,49,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1999 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1999-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Panther Creek
13.5,Red,US,"There's plenty of sour herb on the even, dark fruit; soy, bouillon and leathery notes add real complexity. Medium-weight, with handsome fruit-acid balance, it's slightly tart, a bit herbaceous, but also possesses fine structure and real potential to develop. Closes with tangy tannins, charcoal and pepper accents. Best held for three years.",Mitchell Vineyard,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Livingston Moffett 1999 Mitchell Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livingston-moffett-1999-mitchell-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Livingston Moffett
14.5,Red,US,"Loaded with blackberry from beginning to end, the Alban is big, black and velvety in the mouth. Reviewers lauded earthy-vegetal aromas, plus a little spice and pepper, in the bouquet; organic-earthy notes coat the blackberry flavor on both the palate and the slightly bitter finish.",Lorraine,45,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alban 1998 Lorraine Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-1998-lorraine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,1998,Alban
13.9,Red,Australia,"Opens with a inky nose of tart black fruits, a spice-herb element and saddle leather—with a definite horse-stable note some tasters found complex, others just rough. The dark toasty-earthy palate has a soft, even mouthfeel, and it finishes with espresso, earth and an almost bitter note.",Eileen Hardy,70,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Padthaway,,Hardys 1998 Eileen Hardy Shiraz (McLaren Vale-Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-1998-eileen-hardy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale-padthaway/,Shiraz,1998,Hardys
,White,France,"Round and a touch creamy, this is clean and shows just enough structure to keep its butter-toast, tropical fruit and citrus personality from getting mushy.  There's plenty of oak and mineral-earth notes as wel..  Finishes with good length and a bit more grip thatn expected from the overall soft mouthfeel.  Still, drink this sooner rather than later, now through 2004.",,35,89,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 1999  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-1999-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,1999,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
13.5,White,US,"Full-bodied yet sleek and elegant, this high-end Sauvignon Blanc serves   up loads of bright lemon and grapefruit flavors that are balanced by broader melon and fig notes. A mineral component adds complexity, while the finish is long and rich.",Sendal,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1998 Sendal Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1998-sendal-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Simi
14.8,Red,US,"Intense, dark, described variously as a ""brooding monster"" and a ""black beauty,"" this is full-blown Syrah from one of California's most respected wineries. Black currant, leather, espresso and chocolate evidence the deep fruit and lavish oak. ATP (Advance Tasting Program) was jokingly referred to as ""assault the palate"" by one taster. No one mistook this for an easy drinker, with its dense color, feel and hefty alcoholic punch. Not for sipping, and will benefit from three or four years aging.",Lytton Estate,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 1999 Lytton Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1999-lytton-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1999,Ridge
13,Red,Australia,"The sweet, caramel-vanilla aromas complement dark berries and earth on the palate. Lush, rich and velvety, this wine is marked by lots of oak, but has the fruit to back it up, finishing with soft, supple tannins and hints of coffee and chocolate. Top Value.",Dry Land,25,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Reilly's 1999 Dry Land Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reillys-1999-dry-land-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Reilly's
,Red,Spain,"Tasted just days after bottling, this wine was nevertheless showing well. Rich chocolate and earth aromas complement the red berry and black cherry fruit. Mauro is not huge or overly weighty, but displays notable intensity and persistence of flavor. The finish lingers delicately, folding hints of vanilla, licorice and cinnamon. Editors' Choice.",,37,90,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Mauro 1999 Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-1999-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,1999,Mauro
,Red,Italy,"Full and dry, with excellent deep cherry fruit, the Riserva is impressive, and slightly less dense and intense than the Poggio Teo.  It is also (at least now) a decidely more refined wine.  With its fine mouthfell and even tannins, it shows more evolution, but will still benefit from a year or two of cellaring and hold well into the decade.",Riserva,24,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Valiano 1998 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-valiano-1998-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Valiano
,White,France,"Aromas of nuts and flowers and a hint of alcohol show on the nose of this full, ripe wine. Half the fruit is from the grand cru Sporen and half from the Pflorsfig vineyard. The chalky soils yield a richly textured wine with slightly sweet pear, citrus and spice flavors. Finishes long, with hints of nuts and citrus fruits.",Jubilee,36,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1998 Jubilee Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1998-jubilee-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1998,Hugel
,Red,US,"Creamy—almost buttery—and loaded with vanilla and dried spices, yet there's also loads of plum, raspberry and blueberry fruit, along with complex espresso, pepper and smoke nuances. The long finish resonates with notes of berries and cream.",,36,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,L'Aventure 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laventure-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,L'Aventure
14.2,Red,US,"Full-bodied and well balanced; smoke, herb and tart berry fruit mark the Paloma's palate. Its plum, smoke, saddle-leather and dried-flower bouquet is similarly distinctive. After a year or two in the cellar, it will probably be even more complex. Finishes long, with black tea and cocoa notes.",,36,90,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Paloma 1999 Syrah (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paloma-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-spring-mountain/,Syrah,1999,Paloma
14.2,Red,US,"Boasts bacon and pepper aromas, along with toast and mixed berries. Rich and chewy on the palate, its dense flavors include hints of blackberries, fruitcake and chocolate. The flavors and texture are a bit Port-like (but dry) and finish long and tart, with masses of soft, ripe tannins. Hold 2–3 years and drink through 2010. Top Value.",Cellar Select,24,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1999 Cellar Select Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1999-cellar-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Perry Creek
,Red,Spain,"For now, the U.S. importer of Prado Rey is concentrating on the roble and crianza offerings from this bodega. Which is a shame, because more consumers should have access to this rising star's top cuvées. The reserva boasts sexy aromas of black cherries and brambly spice along with subtle cinnamon and vanilla notes. Finishes smooth and creamy, with fine tannins.",Reserva,,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1998 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1998-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1998,Pradorey
12.5,Red,France,"Dry black-cherry fruit with rosemary, olive and licorice accents open this medium-full wine. It's very Rhône, ripe, deep and complex, with fine fruit-acid balance and peppery accents. The Provençal herb note was loved by some, but was too green and tree-bark-like for other tasters. Finishes long and dry with broad, even tannins. Cellar until 2004.",,45,90,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Noël Verset 1998  Cornas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noel-verset-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,1998,Noël Verset
14.5,Red,US,"The deep fruit and leather aromas of this silky wine are offset by stylish herb, earth and mineral notes. Smooth as it is, it has body and a chewy feel on the palate, as well as a long licorice and roasted fruit finish. Admirably, it manages to be at once straightforward yet intense and complex.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Artesa 1999 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1999,Artesa
,White,France,"This is balanced and refined, as a grand cru should be, with a complex bouquet of honeysuckle, hay, mild vanilla and mineral-earth notes.  The complexity continues on the palate where mineral soy, floral and cinnamon elements play, though there's not particularly brisk acidity or internal tension here.  Closes with good length and style, if a bit fuller, more masculine and spicy than expected.  Drink now.",Valmur,40,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1997 Valmur  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1997-valmur-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1997,J. Moreau & Fils
14.2,Red,US,"Mingles ripe blackberry and blueberry flavors with earthy, truffly notes. There are also suggestions of coffee, chocolate and bouquet garni, as well as solidly smoked oak. Very dry, with soft, supple tannins and good acidity from a cool vintage. Much better than a previous sample.",Lafond Vineyard,28,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 1998 Lafond Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-1998-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1998,Lafond
,Red,US,"Kent Rosenblum, the Zinmeister from Alameda, owns no vineyards but consistently produces some of California's best Zinfandels.  He sources grapes from some of the state's oldest vineayrds, including Continente, where vines planted in 1879 by the Continente family are still farmed by them today in what may be the oldest surviving Zinfandel vineyard.  The '99 edition opens with plum, cherry and boysenberry notes that are echoed on the long finish, where they are joined by hints of chocolate and black pepper.  With its full body, velvety mouthfeel and excellent balance, this wine will turn even jaded tasters into Zinfanatics",Continente Vineyard,16,90,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay,Rosenblum 1999 Continente Vineyard Zinfandel (San Francisco Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1999-continente-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-san-francisco-bay/,Zinfandel,1999,Rosenblum
13.8,Red,US,"Veers solidly away from most New World Syrahs in its tart berry flavors and lean texture, focusing on meat, smoke, tobacco and pepper. Very complex, with charms that should unfurl gracefully over the next few years.",Seven Hills Vineyard,40,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Rockblock 1999 Seven Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rockblock-1999-seven-hills-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1999,Rockblock
13,Red,US,"The vines were planted in 1972, making this one of the oldest vineyards in Oregon. Mushrooms and cedar aromas lead into tart cherries and cranberries underpinned by dry bracken and smoke. The silky smooth texture is a treat, and the long finish echoes with hints of cherries and breakfast tea. Production was only 264 cases, so move quickly.",Olson Vineyard,50,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Torii Mor 1999 Olson Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1999-olson-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Torii Mor
13.8,Red,US,"Cherry and plum fruit wears clove, and even curry, accents in this solid, heavily cedar-tinged wine from South Coast veteran Daniel Gehrs. Smoothly textured, toasty and chocolatey in the mouth, it turns sweet and sour, with tangy tannins and white pepper on the long back end. Top Value.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Daniel Gehrs 1999 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Daniel Gehrs
13.7,Red,Australia,"Fans of ""bigger is better"" won't be disappointed by this wine: There's big alcohol, bigger oak, biggest fruit. Blueberry, vanilla and cinnamon lead the way, accented by licorice, clove and cedar. Finishes long and smooth, with hints of dark chocolate and plum.",,35,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Gibson's BarossaVale 1999 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gibsons-barossavale-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Gibson's BarossaVale
13.2,Red,US,"A smoldering toast, coffee, leather and cassis nose opens this ""smooth"" and ""well put-together"" medium-weight Syrah. Cherry, cedar and black pepper were the adjectives on all panelists' lips when it came to the palate; finishes dry, with cedar, caramel and chocolate flavors.",,32,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1998 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1998,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,Australia,"Complex aromas of bacon, blackberries and toasted coconut lead into a smooth mouthful of smoked meats, dark chocolate and black cherries. One taster referred to it as a Mounds bar. Finishes long, with juicy, tangy fruit flavors taking the lead.",Eliza,30,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Shottesbrooke 1998 Eliza Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shottesbrooke-1998-eliza-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Shottesbrooke
,Red,Spain,"Still very youthful-tasting and structured, this wine—which incorporates 10% Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend—also boasts admirable quantities of black cherry and blackberry fruit. Hints of smoke and grilled meat add a dose of complexity. Drink now with hearty foods or age up to 10 years.",Gran Reserva,79,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pedrosa 1995 Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedrosa-1995-gran-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1995,Pedrosa
,Red,Spain,"One of the mysteries of Vega is how a wine released so late can be so fresh and vibrant. The '87 is no exception, featuring red raspberries and cherries counterbalanced by cedary oak. Focused, lean and dry, this vintage of Unico may turn out to be too elegant for its own good, but the delicately fruity, intricately wrought finish seems to go on and on.",Unico,200,90,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vega Sicilia 1987 Unico  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sicilia-1987-unico-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1987,Vega Sicilia
14.5,Red,Australia,"Superblack and superdry—if you can handle the truth about the Balmoral, and you're still reading this review, you'll love it. Reviewers appreciated the wine's deep blackberry, toast and chocolate aromas, as well as its blackberry and black-pepper flavors (offset by a slight vanilla creaminess). Mouthfeel is full and well-balanced, with tannins to spare.",Balmoral,50,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rosemount 1998 Balmoral Syrah (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1998-balmoral-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mclaren-vale/,Syrah,1998,Rosemount
14.5,Red,US,"This Shiraz is peppered with such intriguing spices (hickory smoke and cinnamon on the nose, and some Moroccan spices on the palate) that we'll overlook the fact that they're wood-derived. The bouquet also offers lush berry fruit and a little coffee; fruit on the bouquet is a little more tart—blueberry and sour blackberry prevail. Mouthfeel is low in acid, with chewy tannins. Finish is long, with lots of toasty oak and spice. Top Value.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 1999 Shiraz (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-napa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Voss
,White,US,"Full-bodied, round and polished, this wine begins with floral, honey and peach aromas, and similar flavors follow. Barrel fermentation creates a smooth, velvety, buttery mouthfeel, soft and complete. It tastes dry, but rich and honeyed.",,17,90,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2000 Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,2000,Iron Horse
13.6,Red,Chile,"Carmenere is popular in Chile, less so in this country, although that's changing.  This Cabernet-like wine is inky black, and opens with big gooey aromas of blackberry jam, dark honey, smoky vanilla and a rich earthiness.  It tastes simply grand, with enormously extracted blackberry flavors, hugely rich and complicated, but bone dry.  Try it with rich foods like braised oxtails or barbecued ribs.",Reserve,8,90,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2000 Reserve Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2000-reserve-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,2000,Calina
,Red,US,"Made in the international style, the pretty cassis, black-currant, and smoky oak aromas lead to a rich, textured wine, deeply flavored and elegantly structured. Lovely tastes of currants and berries are framed in intricate tannins. It's not a blockbuster, but a lovely, limpid, supple wine, perfect for tonight and near-term consumption.",,17,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Buena Vista
13.7,Red,US,"I don't know why this is labeled “Oregon” rather than Yamhill county, where the vineyard sits. It is a very young, very tight wine, with flavors that run the gamut of red and black fruits, and a good bit of tannin. There's not much oak in evidence at this point; it's mostly fruit and tannin, and tough to pry loose at that. Re-tasted several days after being opened, it had not only held up but actually improved, suggesting that its layers of flavor, hidden today, will blossom in due time.",Arcus Estate,75,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1999 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1999-arcus-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Archery Summit
14.2,Red,US,"The bouquet of this ""big and chewy"" Syrah is a complex tiramisu, black-cherry and smoke melange. More than one reviewer described this Syrah's palate as ""very black,"" and noted distinctive charcoal, black-pepper, plum and chocolate flavors. Finishes pretty black, too, with black pepper, toast and even tannins.",Garys' Vineyard,50,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Arcadian 1999 Garys' Vineyard Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arcadian-1999-garys-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1999,Arcadian
14.5,White,US,"This is a wonderfully complex wine that marches to the beat of a different drum. It's got unusual but fragrant aromas of hyacinth and guava in addition to the standard citrus notes, and is rich and creamy in the mouth. The flavors are citrusy, nutty and bone-dry. It's pretty much as fancy as Sauvignon Blanc gets in California.",Reserve,19,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Artesa 1999 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Artesa
13.8,Red,US,"Starts off with smoky, complex aromas of leather, cedar, coffee and blackberry, with a touch of mint. Smooth black-cherry, blueberry and plum fruit emerges on the palate, accented by cinnamon and clove. Finishes with some dry wood tannins that should drop away by 2003.",,31,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chameleon 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chameleon-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Chameleon
14.3,Red,US,"Hickory smoke, tart red fruit and a stemmy-herbal note open this Sonoma Valley Syrah. In the mouth, you'll get your fill of blackberry, leather and more herbal flavors. Mouthfeel is complex and medium-full; finishes long, with chalky tannins. Yum. Top Value.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1999 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1999,Castle
13.5,Red,US,"Cinnamon, clove, earth and blackberry flavors, plus a chalky-gravel mouthfeel, are what you'll get on the palate; the long finish shows plenty more blackberry, plus toasty, vanilla oak. Deep cherry, nutmeg and earth aromas. Kosher for Passover.",,,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Hagafen
,White,US,"Unusually complex and layered for a Viognier, it starts with powerful aromas of peaches, honeysuckle, smoky butter, coconut and a mineral note. Very rich and full, long on fruit and spice; crisp and dry. This harmonious wine has lots of finesse.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 2000 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-2000-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,2000,Fess Parker
13.5,Red,Australia,"There's lots of caramel and brown-sugar aromas and flavors in this Shiraz, but none of the reviewers were complaining. Outdoorsy leather, fresh-picked berries and spice aromas lead into a palate with similar flavors. Supple in the mouth, it finishes long and a bit on the tart side. Top Value.",,22,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Fern Hill 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fern-hill-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Fern Hill
,Red,US,"Dry and delicious, this elegant wine straddles the line between ripe blackberry and plum flavors and earthier, peppery ones. The finish is distinguished and prolonged. Notable for its balanced structure. The wine's firm tannins suggest short-term aging.",,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Daniel Gehrs 1999 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1999,Daniel Gehrs
13.9,Red,US,"The near-black color warns you to expect enormous concentration—and this wine delivers just that. Aromas of leather, cracked peppercorns, blackberries and a sweet smokiness (BBQ sauce?) give way to a mouthful of espresso and toasty oak that's marked by deep earthiness. The rich texture and long finish are a treat; give this wine 2–3 years.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 1999 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1999-purisima-mountain-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Beckmen
,Red,US,"Aromas of dark chocolate, licorice, cedar and spice open this burly wine. Tart black cherry and ample oak show on the palate, but the wine is rather closed now and will benefit from two to four years of aging. Closes long, with a chocolate note and big tannins that need some time to resolve.",Reserve,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1997 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1997-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Rutherford Hill
13.5,Red,US,"This nicely textured wine shows a stylish nose and good depth, with a bouquet of black cherry, cocoa and anise. A big wine, with a plush, rich mouthfeel, it pours on classy plum and chocolate flavors in an accessible manner. Full but even tannins show on the tart cherry finish. Enjoyable now, even better in one or two years.",,21,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Rutherford Hill
14,Red,Australia,"This ""top-flight Oz"" Syrah has loads of big, jammy blackberries on the nose and on the palate, plus enough chocolate and earth to cover it from beginning to end. Hints of mint and bacon also surface on the nose; a full, rich mouthfeel, and a little maple and tea leaves on the back end will have you asking for another glass.",,50,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Limelight 1999 Syrah (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/limelight-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mclaren-vale/,Syrah,1999,Limelight
14.8,Red,US,"Out of the bottle, the Nocturne shows stemmy cinnamon flavors. After a few minutes, though, expect a sumptuous sour-cherry, raspberry and toast bouquet. More of the same bright red fruit surfaces on the palate, where they are met with menthol and vanilla-cream flavors. Our tasters were especially keen on the minerally, almost chewy mouthfeel and finish. Drink now—it'll be the easiest thing you've ever had to do. Top Value.",Nocturne,24,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Nocturne Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-nocturne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Midnight
14.1,Red,US,"A deeply fruited wine with an attractive black fruit, wheat biscuit, meat and earth nose. The polished, even palate offers layered blueberry, dark-plum, spice, meat and chocolate flavors. Presently a little closed, it finishes long with even tannins, licorice and dry cocoa notes. Drinkable now, it should hold until 2007.",Boushey Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Three Rivers 1999 Boushey Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/three-rivers-1999-boushey-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,Three Rivers
13,Red,France,"Deep and brooding with a nose of brush, Provençal herbs, olive and meat. Full without being heavy, it's complex and structured, the palate packed with flavor, showing coffee, licorice, dry berry, olive and a decidedly horsey-leathery component. Finishes with a long espresso and pepper fade. Drink 2003–2010.",,55,90,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Rene Rostaing 1998  Côte Rôtie,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rene-rostaing-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,1998,Rene Rostaing
13,Red,US,"Smoky, with leather and cedar nuances that pick up a briny or seaweed-like note, this smooth blackberry beauty has an almost furry texture, coating the mouth with supple tannins. Finishes long and a bit tart; drink now or age several more years.",Five Star Reserve,60,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Sierra Vista 1997 Five Star Reserve Syrah (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-1997-five-star-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Syrah,1997,Sierra Vista
13,Red,US,"This huge, brooding wine is bound to be controversial. There's nothing silky or elegant about it—yet. Muscular and broad-shouldered, it's packed with massive pepper and berry fruit, and leaves the palate numb with tannins. It's a must for mid- to long-term cellaring.",Freedom Hill,49,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1999 Freedom Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1999-freedom-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Panther Creek
14.5,Red,US,"This blend of 88% Syrah, 6% Grenache and 6% Mourvèdre smells pretty funky at first, before settling down into an earthy, peppery, Rhône-like sulk coated with cedary oak. Cinnamon and clove notes, finely tanned leather and mixed berries make for a balanced wine that can be decanted and consumed now or saved another few years.",,60,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Io 1998 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/io-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1998,Io
14.2,Red,US,"It is supple and goes down easily, but you'll want to drink the Limerick Lane slowly enough to appreciate its complexity. Vanilla-chocolate aromas, plus earthy, meaty (one reviewer called it ""barbecue"") notes beef up a sour red-fruit bouquet. Creamy chocolate pops up again on the palate, where it melds with other dark toast, mocha, black-cherry and dried spice flavors. Finishes long, with sweet vanilla and licorice notes.",Collins Vineyard,36,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Limerick Lane 1999 Collins Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/limerick-lane-1999-collins-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Limerick Lane
12.8,Rose,US,"Randall Graham strikes again with this brilliant wine, beautiful from the pinkish-rose color to the marvelous palate sensations.  A Rhone-style blend of at least eight grape varieties. it's packed with wild berry fruit, with the most delicate, supple texture.  It's as dry as dust, with brittle acidity, making it the perfect accompaniment to all sorts of table fare.  If you drink one rose this year, make it this one.",Vin Gris de Cigare,9,90,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 2000 Vin Gris de Cigare Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2000-vin-gris-cigare-rose-other/,Rosé,2000,Bonny Doon
12.5,Red,US,"Dark, with black cherry and smoke aromas, this deeply flavored wine is sweetly fruity, with ultrasoft tannins. Some overripe notes of raisins and chocolate don't disturb the pretty balance. A Super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese with smaller amounts of Bordeaux varieties.",Trovato,15,90,California,South Coast,Temecula,Castelletto 1997 Trovato Red (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelletto-1997-trovato-red-south-coast-temecula/,Red Blend,1997,Castelletto
,White,France,"Light and poised fruit, with a brightly perfumed aroma and a touch of fresh bread. There is a hint of grilled nuts along with fresh acidity and a fine structure.",Les Demoiselles,,91,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Louis Jadot 1998 Les Demoiselles  (Chevalier-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1998-demoiselles-white-chevalier-montrachet/,White Blend,1998,Louis Jadot
13,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz's spicy aromas were identified as barbecue marinade by one reviewer, and black pepper by another. Add spiciness to leather, caramel, coffee and earth—no one identified the bouquet as outwardly fruity—and you've got a winning opening to an excellent wine. Stably cedar palate, plus tart cherry, herb and sweet caramel notes; a tad lean in the mouth, but smooth nontheless. Finishes with firm tannins, hay and cedar. Top Value.",,25,91,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Frog Rock 1998 Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frog-rock-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mudgee/,Shiraz,1998,Frog Rock
,Red,Spain,"Starts off very cedary, showing lots of toast and vanilla—also a hint of grilled meats. Explodes on the palate with bright red cherries, powering through chocolate notes onto the sweetly tannic finish. This is the first vintage for Moro's luxury cuvée aged in French oak; barrel samples of the 1999 and 2000 vintages were even more impressive.",Malleolus,40,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 1998 Malleolus  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-1998-malleolus-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Emilio Moro
13,Red,France,"Though ""oak dominates"" this wine, ""it's sexy."" Bacon, espresso and dark chocolate add compexity to the oak-derived aromas. Full and smooth in the mouth; tobacco and dried spices, plus some black plum flavors, resonate on the palate. Finishes long with black oak and tannins.",Cumulo Nimbus,35,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 1999 Cumulo Nimbus Shiraz (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-1999-cumulo-nimbus-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-minervois/,Shiraz,1999,Abbotts
,White,France,"The fat, perfumed bouquet of tangerines, lychee nuts and roses sets you up for lots of flavor—which the wine delivers in grand style. A dense mix of tropical fruit, pear, coconut and honey flavors swamp the palate atop a fat, glyceriney mouthfeel. Wraps up beautifully with a long, spicy, aromatic finish. Editors' Choice.",Jubilee,34,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1997 Jubilee Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1997-jubilee-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,1997,Hugel
,Red,US,"From cooler hillside vineyards on the Westside, this lovely wine has cherry aromas with a touch of smoky bacon fat and sautéed mushrooms. The cherry-kirsch flavors continue in the mouth, fine and sweet, with supple tannins and soft but lively acidity. A lush, velvety mouthfeel adds to the pleasure.",,20,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Zenaida Cellars 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenaida-cellars-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Zenaida Cellars
,Red,Australia,"An impressively balanced Cabernet with a dark cherry-cassis-herb-tobacco profile. Lithe and supple, it has fine fruit  and elegance for a wine in this price range. It also has the potential to last surprisingly well. Finishes with good fruit and acidity and firm, even tannins.",,15,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
14.6,Red,US,"The panel was pretty consistent in its comments on the Martella: All agreed that neither the palate nor the bouquet show extraordinarily unusual flavors, but what's here (plenty of blackberry, vanilla and spices) is rich, set in a velvety texture, and pushes all the right buttons. Smoke, cinnamon and briary aromas on the nose; slightly hot but raspberry flavors on the finish. Very pleasurable. Only 695 cases produced. Top Value.",Hammer,,91,California,California Other,California,Martella 1999 Hammer Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martella-1999-hammer-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Martella
13.1,Red,US,"Deceptively light in color, this well-balanced wine delivers aromas and flavors on a big scale. A fine cherry, floral, smoke and anise bouquet pulls you in; the smooth texture and cherry-licorice-chalk flavor profile follow through with great style. Finishes full with smoky notes and dry, even tannins. Drink now through 2005.",Pierce's Elbow Single Vineyard,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1998 Pierce's Elbow Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1998-pierces-elbow-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Montinore
,White,France,"Dense rose and tangerine aromas open to a rich, sweet but not over-the-top palate. Thick and smooth, the mouthfeel is very sexy, with lychee and grapefruit flavors. The long, spicy finish is ripe and seductive.",Vendange Tardive,55,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1997 Vendange Tardive Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1997-vendange-tardive-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,1997,Hugel
,Red,US,"Expect wonderful drinking from this ripely juicy, nectary wine, which starts with plummy, peppery aromas and turns richly fruity in the mouth. It's serious red wine, thick and weighty, but somehow delicate and elegant. Dry, but  the finish is sweet and spicy, and very long.",Watts-Borden Ranch,17,91,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Cinnabar 1999 Watts-Borden Ranch Syrah (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-1999-watts-borden-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-lodi/,Syrah,1999,Cinnabar
13,Red,US,"Jammy, with blueberry, cream and soy notes, the nose of this ripe, dark wine is a veritable creme de Syrah. It's full-bodied, with good structure and grape, cedar and dried-spice flavors. Ripe for drinking now, this will hold through mid-decade, maybe longer.",Reserve,28,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1998,Columbia Crest
,Red,Spain,"Imagine the scent of blackberry pie laced with vanilla, cinnamon and clove. This 100% Tempranillo shows good depth and lush, silky tannins married to juicy acidity and elegant cedar notes. It's very smooth and polished—maybe too much so for some tasters. —J.C.",Real Sitio,,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1999 Real Sitio  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1999-real-sitio-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1999,Pradorey
,Red,Spain,"This wine has already been bottled, but likely won't reach U.S. shores until 2002. It needs the additional time, because aromatically it's closed right now, tight as a drum. Still, you can taste the potential in its earthy, dark fruit and coffee flavors. With this kind of depth and intensity and a long, supple but tannic finish, 91 points may seem conservative in five years' time.",Vendimmia Seleccionada,90,91,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Mauro 1998 Vendimmia Seleccionada Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-1998-vendimmia-seleccionada-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,1998,Mauro
,White,France,"Beautifully structured wine, bringing together concentrated crisp, but ripe fruit and a fine tannic structure. Finely poised at the end, with a delicious freshness.",Clos des Mouches,,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Chanson Père et Fils 2000 Clos des Mouches  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chanson-pere-fils-2000-clos-mouches-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,2000,Chanson Père et Fils
,Red,France,"There's plenty of fat fruit from the over-45-year-old vines that are the source for this premier cru red Burgundy.  Round, with a velvety mouthfeel, the wine shows fine depth and dimension, with black-cherry, plum, licorice and toast aromas and flavors.  Full and flavorful, it closes with cocoa notes, good length and fine, well-dispersed tannins.  Can drink now, but at its best from 2003 on.",Clos du Roi,30,91,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 1999 Clos du Roi  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-1999-clos-roi-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
14.1,Red,US,"Mat Garretson, formerly at Eberle and Wild Horse, has been a leader in the California Rhône movement for years, so it is no surprise that his top Syrah is an excellent wine, blending thick blackberry-jam aromas and flavors with hickory smoke and folding in some earth, coffee and cedar.",Alban Vineyard - The Finné,60,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Garretson 1999 Alban Vineyard - The Finné Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garretson-1999-alban-vineyard-finne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,1999,Garretson
13,Red,Spain,"Cedary from its long stay in American oak, it's also tightly wound and in need of six months to a year of cellaring to allow it to fill out. Despite its reticence, there's great intensity of raspberry and cherry fruit that lingers on the finish. Lucia, Alejandro's eldest daughter, says this wine should be consumed over the next 3–5 years; I suspect it will drink well for several years beyond that.",Gran Reserva,99,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pesquera 1995 Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pesquera-1995-gran-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1995,Pesquera
13,Red,France,"Strong, bright fruit (red berry, black plum and black cherry) rounds out the mouth of this medium-full Côte-Rotie. More earth berries, herb and hickory smoke on the nose; tart pepper flavors dominate the medium-long, juicy finish. Cellar for 2–3 years.",Les Jumelles,68,91,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Les Jumelles  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-jumelles-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
14.5,Red,Australia,"This South Australian shows complexity from stem to stern, its deep, dark fruit accented by tobacco and anise. The fruit shines on the palate, but the finish really stands out, with tremendous length and an impressive cocoa, nut, plum and caramel fade. The elements aren't unique; this just struts its fine stuff in perfect proportion, with great balance and style. Drink now and until 2006. Top Value.",,28,91,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Paracombe 1998 Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paracombe-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,1998,Paracombe
14.4,Red,US,"Yum's the word for the Lewis, another feather in winemaker Paul Hobbs's cap. It's so complex from beginning to end that reviewers had difficulty recording the numerous flavors and aromas that we found. Here's a sampling: We read the mouth as having a combination of prune, plum, smoked meat, toasted coconut, caramelized onion and vanilla aromas; the palate offers plum, cream, dried spices (cinnamon and nutmeg, mostly) and nutty-earthy notes. ""Long, long"" finish is chock-full of red berries, black pepper, peanut shells and a smidge of powdered sugar. ""Wow!"" wrote one reviewer. Um, yes. Agreed.",,,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lewis 1999 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lewis-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Lewis
14.4,Red,US,"Dark, earthy notes punctuate smoked-meat and bright cherry aromas. Turns leathery, spicy and meaty on the full-bodied palate, finishing with firm tannins. Structured, complex and built to age: drink 2005–2010. Top Value.",,24,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,La Crema 1999 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,La Crema
13,Red,US,"Earthy plum and black cherry aromas are softened by gentle toast and vanilla notes from aging in French oak. Silky and full in the mouth, this wine possesses fine structure that relies more on crisp acidity than firm tannins. In fact, the tannins are almost delicate, yet the wine still gives an impression of quiet power. Should develop some wonderful secondary aromas in a couple of years, then drink well through 2008. Only 258 cases produced.",Balcombe Vineyard,50,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Torii Mor 1999 Balcombe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1999-balcombe-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Torii Mor
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though by all accounts, the Wynn's is subject to tons of oak from start to finish, there is enough other stuff going on in this Shiraz that the oak didn't take center stage. Cinnamon, tobacco and coconut perk up the bouquet; jammy blackberry and dark chocolate are the main players on the palate and on the finish.",Michael,49,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1997 Michael Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1997-michael-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1997,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,Australia,"Displays impressive flavors of dark berry, herb and menthol, and an even, dry mouthfeel. It's balanced and probably at its best now—no mean feat for a Cabernet that was about $10 when released. The long, ripe finish shows dark fruit, complex spice and forest-floor accents.",,,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1991 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1991-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1991,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,US,"Character and flavor abound in this lovely, even wine. The cherry fruit core wears interesting and complex chalk, sage and mineral accents. The mouthfeel is nicely textured—smooth, with a subtle graininess. The long, refined finish shows very even tannic structure and good grip. They come deeper, but not much more polished than this.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,44,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1998 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1998-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,"A luscious wine brimming with black-cherry, chocolate, plum, licorice and smoky oak aromas. Wonderfully rich and lush in the mouth, it also has lots of berry fruit flavors in a dry, harmonious package.",Crane Ridge,15,91,California,Central Coast,San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley,Wente 1999 Crane Ridge Merlot (San Francisco Bay-Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1999-crane-ridge-merlot-central-coast-san-francisco-bay-livermore-valley/,Merlot,1999,Wente
,Red,Spain,The rich black-cherry fruit in this 100% Tempranillo is blessed with enormous depth and solid structure. Dark earthy flavors mingle with brighter notes of cherries and berries on the palate. The slightly drying tannins on the finish suggest this wine is best saved for a special occasion in 2005.,Cuvée El Campanario,50,91,Northern Spain,Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 1998 Cuvée El Campanario Tempranillo (Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1998-cuvee-el-campanario-tempranillo-vino-mesa-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,1998,Abadia Retuerta
13.2,White,New Zealand,"Fresh grapefruit and passion fruit form the center of this refreshing, zingy, full-bodied yet elegant Sauvignon Blanc. The finish is bright and lemony with just a hint of grassines for added complexity. A knockout from Simi winemaker Nick Goldschmidt, who returned to his native country to make this wine.",,13,91,Marlborough,,,Forefathers 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Forefathers
,White,France,"This tiny 5.6 acre white vineyard in the heart of the red wine village of Vougeot is owned entirely by the Boisset family's Domaine de la Vougeraie. The wine is deliciously ripe and open, with spice and nutmeg. There is a balancing touch of acidity, and sweet, almost tropical fruit. Smoky, spicy aftertaste.",Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot,79,91,Burgundy,Vougeot,,Domaine de la Vougeraie 1999 Le Clos Blanc de Vougeot  (Vougeot),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-vougeraie-1999-le-clos-blanc-vougeot-white-vougeot/,White Blend,1999,Domaine de la Vougeraie
,Red,Italy,"This 100% Sangiovese wine is from a single vineyard at about 400 meters elevation and made of hand harvested fruit.  The ripe nose and solid, masculine palate display power and class, showing brawny, dark, sour-cherry flavors with tobacco and leather accents.  Large-scale and well structured, it is built to age.  It should improve through 2004 and keep well for another decade or more.",Poggio Teo Riserva,24,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Valiano 1998 Poggio Teo Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-valiano-1998-poggio-teo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Valiano
13,Red,Australia,"Liking it wasn't an issue for reviewers—we all dug this Barossa, but had a hard time agreeing on its aromas and flavors. Imagine a bright raspberry, licorice, toasted-coconut and nutmeg bouquet coupled with big cherry, raspberry and cream flavors and a licorice-coffee finish…well, go ahead and wake up from your dream now.",Old Block,40,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 1997 Old Block Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-1997-old-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,St Hallett
13,Red,US,"Fragrant and voluptuous, with beetroot and black-cherry aromas spiced with smoky oak. Huge extract, filled with cola and peppery wild-berry fruit. Tannins are soft, with fine acidity. The spicy finish goes on forever. This is a limpid, supple, sweetly feminine wine, and immediately drinkable.",Arcus Estate,60,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1999 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1999-arcus-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"Wright's single-vineyard Pinots are released very young, and rarely show their best for a year or two, but this one scores right out of the starting gate. With its smooth attack of blackberries and chocolate, plump flesh and round, forward fruit flavors, it's instantly likeable. But given the innate balance of the high-acid 1999 vintage, it should have many good years ahead.",Shea Vineyard,40,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Ken Wright 1999 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ken-wright-1999-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Ken Wright
14.5,Red,Australia,"The nose smolders with dried spices, toast and earth aromas; Octavius's palate and finish are similarly deep, with delicious dark-chocolate, jammy blackberry and licorice flavors. Dense and creamy in the mouth, with lots of oak from start to finish.",The Octavius,80,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1997 The Octavius Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1997-the-octavius-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Yalumba
13.5,Red,Australia,"A complex bouquet of dark plummy fruit, bacon, wheat, leather and eucalyptus opens this uniformly well-liked offering. It's full and even, with fine fruit-to- acid balance on the palate, good texture and weight, and roasted fruit, licorice, earth and mint flavors. More than one panelist described this seamless, smooth wine as sexy. It's a lovely, seductive example with a long, evenly tannic blackberry, cocoa and caramel-tinged finish.",Jimmy Section,33,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Oliverhill 2000 Jimmy Section Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oliverhill-2000-jimmy-section-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Oliverhill
,White,France,"Balanced wine, with a hint of wood just underlying and supporting the crisp, but creamy flavors and floral fruit. Spice and power at the end.",Marquis de Leguiche,,92,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Joseph Drouhin 1999 Marquis de Leguiche  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-1999-marquis-leguiche-white-chassagne-montrachet/,White Blend,1999,Joseph Drouhin
,Red,Spain,"A wine of exceptional elegance that starts off with delicate floral aromas of violets or lilacs, then folds in black cherries, red raspberries and dried spices. Bright fruit flavors sing on the long finish. No Unico was made in this difficult vintage, so much of the juice that normally goes into Unico was used for this wine, while the wine that is normally Valbuena was sold off for distillation.",Valbuena,90,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vega Sicilia 1997 Valbuena  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sicilia-1997-valbuena-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Vega Sicilia
,White,US,"About 22% of the fruit is from the Celilo vineyard in Washington, hence the dual appellation. Despite the carpetbagger grapes, or maybe because of them, this is superb wine. Intense, ripe and concentrated with a beautiful blend of citrus and mineral elements. The finish, which adds nuts and smoke to the above, is a dead ringer for good French Chablis, and the finish goes on for miles. Editors' Choice.",Oregon/Washington,15,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Cristom 1998 Oregon/Washington Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1998-oregon-washington-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1998,Cristom
,Red,US,"Firm, ripe tannic structure provides a nice framework for this classy wine.  Blackberry, cassis, herb, tobacco and chocolate are also at the fore.  From mountainside vineyards, its angular yet powdery tannins should soften within a year or two.",Mountain Estates,60,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atalon 1997 Mountain Estates Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atalon-1997-mountain-estates-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Atalon
,Red,Spain,"Rich and earthy, with dark cassis fruit accented by chocolate, coffee and licorice. This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon packs immense flavor into a dense package that doesn't seem heavy, thanks to its creamy, velvety texture in the mouth.",Pago Valdebellon,100,92,Northern Spain,Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 1996 Pago Valdebellon Cabernet Sauvignon (Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1996-pago-valdebellon-cabernet-sauvignon-vino-mesa-castilla-leon/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Abadia Retuerta
13.6,Red,US,"Reviewers loved the Dunham's bouquet—especially its ""gobs of fleshy blackberry fruit,"" toasty oak, and ""sugar- cookie"" elements. A blackberry, blueberry, white pepper and toasty-vanilla palate and a medium-weight, velour-textured mouthfeel will please even discerning palates. Finishes with more lush berry fruit and charred oak. Will improve through 2004.",Lewis Vineyard,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Dunham 1999 Lewis Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunham-1999-lewis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Dunham
12.5,Red,France,"All reviewers agreed that this wine could use 3–5 years before it's at its peak, but there's plenty to like in the meantime. Leather, sour berry, and assorted ""candy-box"" chocolates comprise the bouquet. Mouthfeel is rich and full, but structured, with plenty of black-cherry, saddle-leather and tar flavors. Finishes dry and chalky, and on the hard side.",,28,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine de Nizas 1998 Syrah (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-nizas-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coteaux/,Syrah,1998,Domaine de Nizas
,Red,Spain,"Despite this wine's heavy overlay of oak (a blend of American and French), the vintage's bright fruit shines through with stunning clarity and purity. Cinnamon and toast accent the  anise-tinged cherries—some black, some red. Finishes with black tea and vanilla notes. Don't miss this wine if you are oak tolerant. Editors' Choice.",Crianza,26,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Teofilo Reyes 1999 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teofilo-reyes-1999-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1999,Teofilo Reyes
,Red,US,"With a mouthfeel that's this smooth, with this many layers, we could almost forget to mention its long, toast-meets-red berry finish. Whoops, there we go. Jammy blackberry, brown sugar and chocolate aromas are ""so sexy""; the palate echoes the same flavors, but also adds smoke, dried spices and plum to the mix. Reviewers sum it up as a ""sexy fleshpot"" and ""black as night, but done right!""",Seven Hills Vineyard,34,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Seven Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-seven-hills-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,Australia,"Spicy red and dark fruit, a bit of graphite and an herb note—in a positively Bordeaux manner—mark this youthful wine. Bright acidity supports the fruit, and the mouthfeel is even and supple, not fat. The finish is lovely, with cassis, black-and white-pepper notes and even, smooth tannins.",John Riddoch,,92,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1990 John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1990-john-riddoch-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1990,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,US,"Winemaker Mike Etzel set out to design a more elegant, feminine companion Pinot to his much-acclaimed Beaux Frères bottling, and this wine really hits the mark. The bright fruit mixes tart raspberry/strawberry flavors that seem to gain weight and complexity in the glass. Over the course of an evening the wine draws you back to it again and again, as the fruit seems to put on flesh and nuances of spice and oak, extending into a deliciously long, sensuous finish.",Belles-Soeurs Shea Vineyard,50,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Beaux Freres 1999 Belles-Soeurs Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaux-freres-1999-belles-soeurs-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Beaux Freres
,White,France,"There's very little of this delicious VT sourced from the Schoenenbouorg grand cru, but it's worth the hunt. The botrytis nose is fat, as is the palate, wtih opulent honey, apricot, diesel and Golden Delicious apple aromas and flavors. Though full, the wine is well structured; though rich, it's more complex than overtly sweet. The lime-accented nut-and-honey finish is impressively long.",Vendage Tardive,65,93,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1995 Vendage Tardive Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1995-vendage-tardive-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1995,Hugel
,White,France,"At this stage, this classic white Burgundy is still closed. But there is immense power, with wood and intense tropical-fruit flavors inside the firm young structure.",,,93,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Louis Latour 1999  Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1999-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,1999,Louis Latour
,White,France,"Aromas of sweet vanilla, balanced by citrus. The palate is rich and creamy, but has delicious acidity underlying the strong new-wood flavors.",Montée de Tonnerre,,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Jean-Paul et Benoît Droin 1999 Montée de Tonnerre  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-jean-paul-benoit-droin-1999-montee-tonnerre-white-chablis/,White Blend,1999,Domaine Jean-Paul et Benoît Droin
,Red,Australia,"The gang went wild for the Command Shiraz—every reviewer called it ""mouthfilling"" (yes, really, they all wrote that very word). Though its trademark seems to be juicy, almost jammy blackberry fruit, this Shiraz also had a sweet graham-cracker-meets-chocolate note on the nose, and chocolate and caramel highlighting the berry-laden palate. Finishes long, with a little black pepper and soft tannins.",Command,62,93,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Elderton 1997 Command Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elderton-1997-command-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Elderton
15,Red,US,"Starts off closed, showing little but hints of smoke and toast. Like so many great wines, it gets better the longer it sits in the glass, developing deep blackberry scents and herbal, Rhône-like notes. The lush, juicy blackberries on the palate would be simple on their own, but they're accompanied by smoked meat, toast, vanilla and Provençal herbs. Rich and full-bodied without being overblown, it's understated yet packs subtle flavor nuances into every corner. Editors' Choice.",E-Raised,75,93,California,California Other,California,Sine Qua Non 1998 E-Raised Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sine-qua-non-1998-e-raised-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Sine Qua Non
14.5,Red,Australia,"This very impressive juice shows a rich, complex nose of blackberry, earth, saddle leather, cocoa, molasses and a lovely mint element. The rich, syrupy mouthfeel supports similar ripe flavors. The long finish is deeply fruited, with handsome fig, smoke and licorice notes. Solid stuff—can drink now, but it's built to last and will be best 2004–2012 and beyond. Cellar Selection.",The Armagh,100,93,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 1997 The Armagh Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-1997-the-armagh-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Jim Barry
12.5,Red,France,"Very intense, with a dried fruit, spice, cocoa, leather and pie-crust-dough nose. No tasters doubted the wine's ripe tart-sweet fruit complexity, but an earthy, musty note bothered some. Round and layered, with fine structure, this finishes long and balanced with coffee and leather notes. Better in 2–3 years.",Cuvée Vieilles Vignes,45,93,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Alain Voge 1998 Cuvée Vieilles Vignes  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-voge-1998-cuvee-vieilles-vignes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cornas/,Syrah,1998,Alain Voge
13.9,Red,Australia,"Seamless, rich and intense are among the words tasters used to describe this complex wine with its tart-sweet fruit, cedar, smoke, coffee and brown-sugar profile. The even, full mouthfeel is seductively lovely, as is the long, tangy, roasted fruit and toasted coconut finish. Already nicely evolved, this pleasure package is a keeper that will last ages.",Meshach,145,94,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1996 Meshach Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1996-meshach-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1996,Grant Burge
13,Red,France,"You couldn't mistake this Côte-Rôtie for anything else: Floral-herb aromas are bolstered by smoky green tobacco, white-pepper and cranberry. It's ultrastructured, with a strong iron-mineral core that needs at least two, but as many as 10, years of cellaring to soften. Tart red-berry, even animal, flavors cushion the steely core flavors and round out the finish.",Les Bécasses,79,94,Rhône Valley,Côte Rôtie,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Les Bécasses  (Côte Rôtie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-becasses-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cote-rotie/,Syrah,1999,M. Chapoutier
14.3,Red,US,"Hoo-boy, was the Dehlinger a tasting panel-pleaser. A ""complete wine"" that ""should drink well from now until 2010,"" it has loads of spice and black-pepper aromas (plus earth, cocoa and graham cracker) and a full, even mouthfeel. Meaty, mixed-berry flavors on the palate are even more complex with dried spices, andise and saddle-leather accents. Finishes long, tart and peppery. ""Stellar"" and ""one of the best of show.""",,35,94,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dehlinger 1998 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehlinger-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1998,Dehlinger
13.9,Red,Australia,"Truly splendid, opulent berry, spice, caramel and cocoa aromas and flavors mark our top-rated Aussie Shiraz. The rich, velvety palate pours on layer after layer of flavor and texture, showing beautiful integration and near perfect fruit-acid-tannin balance. Finishes long with dense fruit and even tannins, closing with commensurate style. So drinkable now, but will hold a decade easily—if you can resist it.",E&E Black Pepper,80,95,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1998 E&E Black Pepper Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1998-e-e-black-pepper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Barossa Valley Estate
13,Red,France,"Opens with a vibrant berry, chocolate, Asian-spice, rosemary, olive and bacon-fat nose so good you linger before tasting. Sour cherry, licorice, brush, leather and a meaty note show on the palate. The wine is lean yet velvety, with powerful, deep structure. It closes with full, ripe tannins, notes of black tea and pepper. Cellar this keeper until 2004, drink through 2015+.",,100,95,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,J.L. Chave 1998  Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-chave-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,1998,J.L. Chave
,Red,US,"A bit beefy in the nose, the wine has a distinctly herbal quality, with hints of blackberry and cherry behind it.  The finish is moderate with a touch of weediness.",,23,81,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1998 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1998-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1998,Gloria Ferrer
13.5,Red,US,"Powdery tannins frame this licorice-like wine.  Herbal notes offset the anise and add interest, though the wine remains a bit short and simple.",,45,81,California,Napa,Rutherford,Riboli 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riboli-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Riboli
,Red,US,"Funky and earthy aromas float over fruity-berry ones.  Thick and syrupy, with intensely extracted red rasberry and black cherry flavors.  Dry and heavy-handed.  A blend of 70% Grenache and 30% Syrah.",Mediterranean Red,21,81,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 1999 Mediterranean Red Red (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-1999-mediterranean-red-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Red Blend,1999,Renaissance
,Red,US,"Light and rustic, with a tart edge, this wine has flavors of semi-ripened berries and a thin, watery finish.  The middle palate is very acidic, almost sour.  There are no technical faults, but it doesn't offer much pleasure.",Reserve,30,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,RustRidge
,Sparkling,US,"Plesant and sweet spice aromas mark the nose of this easy drinker.  Soft on the palatem with a frothy mousse, it has lemon candy flavors that will have broad sweet-tooth appeal.  Finishes sugary, with moderate length.",Cuvée Brut,8,82,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Cuvée Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
,Red,US,"Ripe, with blackberry aromas and sweetly smoky oak.  In the mouth, blackberry and cassis flavors are joined with raisiny notes and sweet, hot, Port-like nuances.  Could use a bit more polish.",,22,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Paradise Ridge
12,Sparkling,US,"Flower-shop aromas jump from the glass of this floral, unabashedly sweet sparkler.  Soft and even, it has decent length and an almost ginger-ale quality on the back end.  Has definite sweet-tooth appeal and is fine for mimosas and the like.",Extra Dry,10,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Great Western NV Extra Dry  (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/great-western-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,,Great Western
8,Sparkling,South Africa,"Very fruity and sweet, like an inexpensive Moscato, this has a bubble-gum, candied quality and a very soft feel.  In truth, it makes no pretense, bearing the name vin doux, or sweet wine.  Simple, with sweet-tooth appeal and very low apparent acidity.",Celebration,7,82,South Africa,,,Pearly Bay NV Celebration  (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pearly-bay-nv-celebration-sparkling/,Champagne Blend,,Pearly Bay
,Red,US,"Blackberry, cassis, and oak aromas are accompanied by an unusual caramelized note suggesting marzipan.  In the mouth, it's extremely soft, almost flabby, with light fruit.  Doesn't seem like it's going anywhere.",,28,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,RustRidge
12,Sparkling,US,"This pale pink sparkler smells pretty, with it's intriguing scents of oranges, McIntosh apples, vanilla and cream.  But the flavors are simpler and soft, lacking delineation and focus.",Blanc de Noirs,18,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-de-noirs-sonoma-county-13150/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
11.5,Sparkling,US,"From Francis Coppola, the Sofia's sweet floral aromas, peach and pear flavors are paired with a very soft mouthfeel.  Consider a neo-Muscato but with decidedly lower acidity than the best of those Italian sparklers.  It can look rose in it's lovely cellophane wrap, but it isn't. Will make a great gift, with broad appeal to those who prefer soft and sweet bubbly.",Sofia Blanc de Blancs,20,83,California,California Other,California,Francis Coppola 2000 Sofia Blanc de Blancs  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-coppola-2000-sofia-blanc-blancs-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,2000,Francis Coppola
,Red,US,"Disturbingly vegetal aromas, like canned asparagus-evidence of incompletely ripe grapes-that lots of oak can't hide.  Structurally, the wine is fine, with silky smooth tannins and crisp acids, yet the flavors are thin and disappointing.",,35,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 1998 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Pretty and inviting aromas of black cherries, rhubarb, smoke and a rich earthiness lead to an extracted, slightly jammy wine.  It's very dry, and the tannins are approachable now.",Reserve,22,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Star 1997 Reserve Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-1997-reserve-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,1997,Pacific Star
12.6,Sparkling,US,"Starts off with aromas of fresh cherries tinged with meat and mushrooms, then takes on a bit of almond butter with airing.  Flavors are tart cherry and bitter chocolate, finishing swiftly.",Brut Rose,30,84,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1996 Brut Rose  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Iron Horse
13,Sparkling,US,"Muted aromas of cherry candy and earth  open this medium-weight sparkler from Washington State. Dry and tangy with tart, dark-but not-rich berry flavors, it is interesting but a touch hard on the palate.  Finishes earthy and tart, as one would expect of a simple Syrah, but this one has bubbles to boot.",Sparkling Syrah,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Willow Crest 1998 Sparkling Syrah Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-crest-1998-sparkling-syrah-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,Willow Crest
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Granny Smith apple, plus the tiniest bit of tropical fruit-pineapple and mango-aromas on the nose.  There's more apple in the mouth, but it's more dull and unripe than vibrantly fruity; it finishes medium-long with lemon and apple-peel flavors.",Brut,21,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari NV Brut  (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-nv-brut-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Champagne Blend,,Macari
12.8,Sparkling,Australia,"Mild herb and ginger notes comprise the attractive side of this sparkler from Tasmania--Australias down under.  However there's also a creamy, even cheese-like element that was much less appealing.  Soft and frothy on the palate, it closes even and grassy, but still with the odd dairy note.",Brut,34,84,Tasmania,Tasmania,,Stefano Lubiana NV Brut  (Tasmania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-lubiana-nv-brut-sparkling-tasmania/,Champagne Blend,,Stefano Lubiana
,Sparkling,US,"This bubbling, fermenting mass of bread dough in a glass packs an aggressive mousse that's rough and rustic.  Fresh lime and tonic flavors finish with softer citrus notes of tangerine rind and orange pith.  Has a certain raw appeal to it's brashness.",Blanc de Blanc Brut,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson NV Blanc de Blanc Brut  (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-nv-blanc-blanc-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Champagne Blend,,Jepson
,Red,US,"Cinnamon, herbs, spice and pepper are frontrunners here, backed by nuanced blackberry, cassis and tar notes.  Falters a bit on the finish, however, ending with a touch of tartness.",Jack London Vineyard,30,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1998 Jack London Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-jack-london-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1998,Kenwood
12,Sparkling,US,"This soft, 100% Chardonnay sparkler has an attractive, quite creamy, apple, vanilla and mild spice bouquet.  Sweeter than expected, it's a good, easy drinker, with apple and grape flavors, a touch of nuttiness, and a gentle tang on the back end.",,10,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Great Western NV Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/great-western-nv-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,,Great Western
,Red,US,"There are some proper currant and blackberry aromas along with hot, rubbery elements in this full-flavored, full bodied wine.  Sizeable tannins obscure berry fruit, and the finish is dry and clean.",,,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Eagle & Rose Estate
,Red,US,"Some pretty blackberry and smoke aromas mingle with buttery-fudge notes, Unusual for this varietal.  Sweet as it smells, it tastes bone dry, with berry flavors and good tannins.",Ladi's Vineyard,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1998 Ladi's Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1998-ladis-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Paradise Ridge
12,Sparkling,US,"Smells very toasty and doughy, with accents of salt-cured meat.  Remains that way on the palate, picking up a dusting of cinnamon and spice along the way to a woody finish.",Grand Rosé,30,84,New Mexico,New Mexico,,Gruet 1997 Grand Rosé  (New Mexico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gruet-1997-grand-rose-sparkling-new-mexico/,Champagne Blend,1997,Gruet
13.8,Red,US,"Plum, raisin, and blackstrap molasses aromas proceed this fruity wine.  There are plenty of berry flavors, but they're buried under numbing tannins.  The acids are low, so it's not going anywhere.",Estate,23,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Estate Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-estate-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,Midnight
,Red,US,"Here's a rough, earthy wine, with some nicely ripe berry fruit and sturdy tannins.  There are real jammy flavors in the mouth, suggesting blackberry marmalade, although it's dry.  Alittle soft, it's round and full, and the finish turns hot and rough.",,25,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Homewood 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/homewood-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Homewood
12,Sparkling,US,"Dried peach and apple aromas open this round, even sparkler.  An earthy note, and an element that seemed herbal to some tasters, leafy or green to others, shows early on and persists throughout.  The bead is fine and even, and the wine is soft on the palate.  A straightforward brut, but on the earthy side.",Brut,19,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Piper Sonoma NV Brut  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-sonoma-nv-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,,Piper Sonoma
12,Sparkling,US,"Pale copper, with a nose full of berries and yeast, this is an attractive rose that turns slightly sweet on the finish.  It's soft and creamy in the mouth, and should prove to be a real crowd pleaser despite it's lack of acidic cut and length.",Étoile Rosé,40,85,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Étoile Rosé  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-rose-california-13336/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"Earth, tobacco, licorice and black cherry aromas lead to a rich, fruity wine in the mouth.  It's a bit heavy and quite acidic, with hefty tannins, and finishes very dry and rasping.  This is a structured wine that needs food to mellow it.",Polesky Vineyard-Red Hill Vineyard,21,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Imagery 1999 Polesky Vineyard-Red Hill Vineyard Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-polesky-vineyard-red-hill-vineyard-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Imagery
,Red,US,"Smells sharp and minty, with a green streak of raw oak, and tastes similarly thin and oaky.  It stings with tannins from entry through dusty finish.  Blackberry and plum flavors deep inside are smothered in tannins.",,35,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Sparkling,US,"Even and medium-weight, this Schramsberg-owned sparkler has a citrus (but not all biting) palate, with traces of caramel and Jolly Rancher candy on the back palate.  It's bouquet shows pear-tart aromas enveloped in dusty, ""grandmother's attic"" notes (or, as one reviewer put it, ""mature, not fruity"").  The mouthfeel is even and lively, and not too effervescent.  Finishes with stony-mineral notes.",Brut,16,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Mirabelle NV Brut  (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirabelle-nv-brut-sparkling-north-coast/,Champagne Blend,,Mirabelle
,Red,US,"Fairly tight at first, but showing pretty cherry and herb flavors at it's core.  The wine will probably open and soften within a year.  Delicate on the palate with a moderate finish.",Seghesio Vineyards,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Long Vineyards 1999 Seghesio Vineyards Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-vineyards-1999-seghesio-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Long Vineyards
12,Sparkling,US,"Medium weight, this 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay blend boasts dry apple-earth flavors with mild lime hints. Somewhat closed on the nose, it opens a bit on the palate, and throughout displays a fine, even bead. Finishes modestly with a hint of sweet fruit.",Natural,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Korbel NV Natural  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-natural-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
,Red,US,"Sauteed mushrooms, leather and hung meat aromas introduce this deeply colored wine, which seems exceptionally soft, with low tannins.  The berry flavors veer toward blackberries and black rasberries.  It;s very dry.  Try with barbecue or roasted chicken.",Artist Collection,27,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 1998 Artist Collection Cabernet Franc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1998-artist-collection-cabernet-franc-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Imagery
,Red,US,"Fairly rich in the nose, with smoky black cherry notes at the fore.  On the palate it host a blend of bell pepper, herb, and blackberry flavors, all couched in moderate tannins.  The ensemble finishes with a touch of tartness",Rhinefarm Vineyard,26,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 1998 Rhinefarm Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-1998-rhinefarm-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1998,Gundlach Bundschu
12,Sparkling,US,"Opens with a faint pinkish hue and apple-herb aromas one taster found reminiscent of shampoo.  There's a cherry edge to the flavors and the wine is only mildly effervescent.  It fills out on the close, with a slight nuttiness.  The three-digit code, on this and other Chandon wines, refers to the date of disgorgement.",Blanc de Noirs 398,15,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon NV Blanc de Noirs 398 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-blanc-noirs-398-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"Lots of oak inthe nose, with black cherry, earth, stewed tomato, plum and other components.  Drinks bitter and sharp, with high acidity.  The austere plum and earth flavors finish with a tannic sour.  This is a wine that cries out for olive oil.",Riserva,,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Enotria 1998 Riserva Barbera (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-1998-riserva-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Barbera,1998,Enotria
,Red,US,"Pretty aromas of cassis and violets are framed in oak, with vanilla and cedar notes.  Drinks fruity and tannic, very full in the mouth, and finishes dry and spicy. A Meritage blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon from 1,00 feet in the Mayacamas Mountains.",Rancho Salina Vineyard,29,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 1999 Rancho Salina Vineyard Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-rancho-salina-vineyard-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Imagery
12,Sparkling,US,"A faint, attractive earthiness adds unexpected complexity to this wine's floral-hay nose and herb-tinged, green-apple palate. A medium-weight blend of approximately one-third Chardonnay, one-third hybrid grapes (like Seyval Blanc and Vidal) and one-third native American grapes.",Brut,10,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Great Western NV Brut  (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/great-western-nv-brut-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,,Great Western
,Red,US,"Ripe, juicy aromas of cassis and blackcurrants start things off; bouquet also has a hefty dose of smoky oak.  The flavors veer towards peppery blackberries and plums, but be forewarned: This wine is very tannic.  Your tongue sticks tothe roof of your mouth.  Not likely to improve with age, so drink up with big, rich foods.",,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Eagle & Rose Estate
,Red,US,"Earthy, with dusty tannins, there's some pretty blackberry fruit.  But it's a light wine that turns thin in the middle palate.  Not a keeper, but it's polished for near term consumption.",,27,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Michel-Schlumberger
12,Sparkling,US,"Mature, with anise and bark-like aromas.  Medium to full-bodied, it has a melange of subdued fruit flavors and modest effervescence.  The citrus- and peach- tinged finish is medium length.",Reserve Brut,24,85,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Reserve Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Just the faintest rosy tinge shows in the glass of this round appley sparkler.  There's a definite Golden Delicious quality to the aromas and flavors, with an earthy edge providing interest and complexity. Finishes dry, with decent length.",Brut Prestige,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Brut Prestige  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-brut-prestige-napa-valley-13153/,Champagne Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
12,Sparkling,US,"A lime-herb-bread bouquet opens this vintage brut, and a medium-weight green-apple palate with mature accents follows.  Lacks zip and sparkle, though, which detracts from the enjoyable flavors.  Finishes fairly long with a chalky note.",Vintage Brut,50,86,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon 1995 Vintage Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-1995-vintage-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1995,Domaine Chandon
13.5,Red,US,"Lots of new French oak on this baby, and it shows in the smoky, vanilla-tinged aromas.  Young and flashy, with black currant extract.  There's a pretty good dose of gum-sticking tannins; with big foods, it's drinkable now.",Estate Vineyard,22,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Château Julien
,Sparkling,US,"A blend of three Muscats (Canelli, Greco, and Orange) the appealing aromas suggest orange blossoms, vanilla, butter and smoke.  It's overtly sweet, with orange flavors and a rich, creamy texture.  Bright acids keep it clean and lively.",Moscato del Solo,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ca' del Solo 2000 Moscato del Solo Moscato (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2000-moscato-muscat-moscato-central-coast-monterey-county/,Moscato,2000,Ca' del Solo
12.5,Sparkling,US,"A dry wine with a pretty copper color and delicate aromas of rasberries and cherries.  Tartly elegant, this is a crisp wine that's a little rough, yet flatters with it's clean, yeasty finish.",Brut Rose,29,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1998 Brut Rose Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1998-brut-rose-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Handley
,Red,US,"From a reliable producer, an adequate Cab and a relative success for the vintage.  Oak contribute flashy spice, vanilla and sweet tannins, and it's surprisingly ripe and fruity given the 43,000 case production.  This is a nice, dry wine that satisfies and offers some complexity.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kenwood
,White,US,"Rich and textured, this wine brims with peach, tropical fruit and smoky oak aromas, and drinks fruity and crisp.  In fact, the acidity gives it a burn in the middle palate and finish, pushed along by leesy notes.  This structured wine demands food.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,RustRidge
,White,US,"Round, silky and polished, this clean wine is streamline and almost austere in terms of fruit.  Beyond the crisp acids and dusty tannins, the main influence is lees, although some figgy, peach flavors develop in the finish.  Reflect's the winery's emphasis on lees flash, more structure and longevity.",,23,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"What pretty aromas.  Sweet oak accents, blackberry, currant, vanilla and smoky notes.  The flavors suggest blackberry liqueur, and there's noticeable sugar.  Velvety smooth tannins and soft acidity complete this wine.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 1997 Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-1997-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,1997,Concannon
,White,US,"One of the more austere examples of the vintage, this is a terrifically lemony wine, dry as dust, with high acidity that makes it tart and just this side of sour.  It's a very clean wine, one that scours the palate and prepares the taste buds for food: Goat cheese comes immediately to mind.",,23,86,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-stags-leap-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Dominated by oak, with cedar, vanilla, clove, smoke and mint aromas and flavors, this wine does the best it can with rather sharpley flavored grapes.  It's pretty acidic, tart and tannic, so the question is whether or not it's got the fruit to age.  Probably not.",,35,86,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1998 Merlot (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-merlot-napa-stags-leap-district/,Merlot,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"From Napa Valley's heart, this Cab shows blackberry, cassis and new oak aromas, good Cabernet flavors, and the very best barrels make it classy.  The light vintage, however, reults in a thin, tart quality. Oils and meaty fats will bring out sweetness.",,50,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Mondavi
12.8,Sparkling,US,"Angular in the mouth with a slight citrus tanginess, this Blanc de Blancs finishes with more of the same mineral-citrus flavors.  McIntosh apple, pear and fresh cut grass aromas start things off.  It's on the tangy side; drinking it with food would help keep the acid in check.",Blanc de Blancs,30,86,California,California Other,California,Schramsberg 1998 Blanc de Blancs  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1998-blanc-blancs-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1998,Schramsberg
12,Sparkling,US,"This sparkling red wine opens with deep red berry and slight leathery aromas. Full, yet soft on the palate, with plenty of cherry and vanilla flavor, it's an interesting step off the well-beaten path of mainstream sparklers. The dry cherry and mineral finish shows good length, but this is a somewhat acquired taste.",Rouge,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Korbel NV Rouge  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-rouge-sonoma-county-13314/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
,White,US,"Smells luscious, with tangerine cream, camomile, orange popsickle, smoke, vanilla custard, lees and spicy aromatics.  This round, full, fruity wine is very clean and refreshing, with finely etched fruit and a smooth, lemony finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,21,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Imagery 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Imagery
14.5,White,US,"Size defines this well-oaked full-bodied wine, which starts with creamy, leesy aromas and turns richly oaky and fruity in the mouth.  It's a bit jagged now, and the parts need a little time to knit together, but should make for fine drinking after 2002.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Château Souverain 1999 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1999-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Château Souverain
13.4,Red,US,"Smells rich and alluring, with smoky plum and tea aromas and a whiff of freshly crushed black pepper.  In the mouth, it's deeply flavored, with a solid core of plum and blackberry fruit.  Fairly substantial tannins make the palate scoury now, and the finish is tannic, too.  Try it with barbecue or a rich lasagna.",,15,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 1999 Nebbiolo (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1999-nebbiolo-central-coast-paso-robles/,Nebbiolo,1999,Martin & Weyrich
12,Sparkling,US,"DSM delivers the most reliable, attractive and downright cheap bubbly in the Northwest, and this is their best bottle. Pale salmon, with Pinot-scented light cherry and strawberry fruit, it is technically off-dry but tastes more like a brut. Good concentration through a crisp, yeasty finish.",Blanc de Noir,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Blanc de Noir  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-blanc-noir-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
13,Red,US,"Very dark, and it coats the inside of the glass with glycerine.  The aromas also are strong, suggesting berries, plums and spices.  It drinks round, full-bodied and flavorful, with a fruity extract that only sunny, warm conditions can provide.  Moderate tannins suggest short-term aging possibilities.",Estate Vineyard,22,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Estate Vineyard Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-estate-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1998,Château Julien
13.9,White,US,"Pretty peach and tropical fruit aromas, enveloped in smoky oak, are acompanied by leesy notes.  Drinks easy and soft, with plenty of fruity flavors and vanilla-oaky contrasts.  The polished finish is pleasant.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Calera 1999 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1999-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Calera
,White,US,"A blend of three Muscats (Canelli, Greco, and Orange) the appealing aromas suggest orange blossoms, vanilla, butter and smoke. It's overtly sweet, with orange flavors and a rich, creamy texture. Bright acids keep it clean and lively.",Moscato del Solo,15,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Ca' del Solo 2000 Moscato del Solo Moscato (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2000-moscato-muscat-moscato-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Moscato,2000,Ca' del Solo
,White,US,"The aromas are very oaky and spicy, with cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, caramel, smoke, vanilla and tropical fruit notes.  There's lots of oak up front in the mouth, plus peach and citrus flavors and a soft, creamy mouthfeel.  A blend of Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier.",Yountmill Vineyard,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Imagery 1999 Yountmill Vineyard White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-yountmill-vineyard-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,1999,Imagery
,Sparkling,US,"One of the drier California bubblies in the market.  The pretty vanilla, smoke, rasberry and lime aromas and flavors are set in a very dry package, with good acidity and lively feeling in the mouth.  Finishes a bit hot and peppery.",Brut,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Brut  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-brut-sonoma-county-13355/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,US,"Containing 20% Merlot, the aromas are blackberry, blac cherry and a good deal of smoky oak.  Drinks dry and tannic, with berry flavors.  The middle palate turns thin, in line with the vintage, but picks up some pretty cherry and cedar notes on the finish",,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Tantalus 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tantalus-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Tantalus
12.5,Sparkling,US,"A brilliant gold color, with a fine stream of beads leading to dusty, bread dough aromas scented with lime peel.  It tastes very dry, with citrus flavors and a sharp bite of acidity.  The scoury finish is clean and refreshing.",Brut,17,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1996 Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1996-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Handley
,White,US,"Tight, lemony and leesy, this wine strides off in it's own direction, away from pronounced oak superripe fruit, more in the direction of mineral and stone.  It's austere, sleek and steely, softened by lees creaminess, but angular.  Call it Chablisian.",,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Robert Mondavi
12,Sparkling,US,"This is straightforward and likeable; dry, but with plenty of fruit. A tad sweeter and much juicier than the Blanc de Blanc, its bright fruit creeps into the tropical zone with hints of pineapple and papaya. There's nice effervescence in the mouth and the cleansing finish is crisp and tart.",Cuvée Brut,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Cuvée Brut  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-cuvee-brut-columbia-valley-wa-1275/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
,Sparkling,US,"Here is a soundly made, attractively packaged and priced, lightweight bubbly. Subtle cinnamon spice enhances the green apple and aromas. Nice weight and clean mouthfeel, with a refreshing, bone-dry finish, capped off with lots of beery bubbles.",Blanc de Blanc,11,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Blanc de Blanc  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-blanc-blanc-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
13.9,Red,US,"Ripe and smoky, this quintessentially Californian wine is softly fruity, with big, effusive berry and stone fruit flavors and melted tannins. It's dry and rich, with a long delicious finish.",Toni Stockhausen Signature Series,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1998 Toni Stockhausen Signature Series Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1998-toni-stockhausen-signature-series-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Windsor
13,Red,US,"Could fool you as a Pauillac, with pencil lead and cassis aromas that suggest the best French oak.  It's elegantly dry and perfectly structured, with a lacy, intricate feeling in the mouth.  It is, however a victim of it's vintage, suffering a paucity of fruity concentration, which makes it a delicate wine for early consumption.",Signature,54,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1998 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1998-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"Made with the best intentions, but this wine can't get beyond it's vintage.  The fruit is light and earthy,  and not even lovely oak can change that.  Nonetheless, it's a dry, elegant wine filled with harmony and chewey tannins.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Dry and tannic, with good grip on the palate, this austere wine screams for olive oil, butter, gorgonzola cheese or beef.  The red berry flavors are not particularly ripe, but there is sweetness hidden deep down in the core.  The wine needs food to wake it up.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1998 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1998-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1998,Eagle & Rose Estate
,Sparkling,US,"This is certainly one of the oldest domestic sparkling wines still in current release.  As expected. it is very dry and somewhat oxidized with woody, Sherry- cask scents and flavors.  The fruit, though subdued, has some pleasant baked apple and vanilla cracker components, and it finishes with a pleasant persistence.  There were 1,011 six-bottle cases produced.",Extended Tirage Brut,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1989 Extended Tirage Brut  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1989-extended-tirage-brut-willamette-valley-13361/,Champagne Blend,1989,Argyle
13.9,White,US,"This wine open with aromas of anise, green apples and white peaches, plus plenty of leesy and oaky notes, including vanilla, smoke and buttered toast.  The spicy flavors are full throttle, the texture round and creamy.  Picks up some leesy bitterness in the finish.",Ricci Vineyard,25,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Imagery 1999 Ricci Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-ricci-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Imagery
,Red,US,"Dark, with oaky, plummy aromas and a touch of earthy, mushroomy funk.  Drinks fairly tannic, although the acidity is low, with sunny, ripe, fruit and berry flavors.  Nicely dry.  The finish picks up the tannic theme again.",Artist Collection,33,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Imagery 1998 Artist Collection Malbec (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1998-artist-collection-malbec-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Malbec,1998,Imagery
13.2,Sparkling,US,"Very forward in the nose, with spicy rasberry and lime aromas accompanied with yeasty, baked-bread notes.  It's delicious and ripe, with a real blast of fruity flavors.  Dry and robust, it's a bit rough on the peppery finish.",Wedding Cuvee,28,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1998 Wedding Cuvee  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1998-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1998,Iron Horse
12,Sparkling,US,"This flavorful sparkler comes from one of upstate New York's most respected producers.  Pear, floral and mild spice aromas open on to herbs and flowers on the palate.  The bead is steady, though not terribly fine, and the finish long, with bread and lemon-lime notes. Good for dining as well as toasting.",Blanc de Noirs,25,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Château Frank 1996 Blanc de Noirs Red (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-frank-1996-blanc-noirs-red-finger-lakes/,Red Blend,1996,Château Frank
6.2,Sparkling,US,"Redolent of strawberries and raspberries, this slightly sweet, very fruity sparkler is made of Freisa, a little-known Piedmontese grape. From veteran envelope-pusher Randall Grahm, it's overtly juicy—so much so you'd swear it was infused with berries—but downright delicious. The soft mouthfeel makes it eminently drinkable. Believe the label, which warns of the potential for uninhibited behavior after drinking.",Freisa (Frizzante),15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ca' del Solo 2000 Freisa (Frizzante) Freisa (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-2000-freisa-frizzante-italian-red-freisa-central-coast-monterey-county/,Freisa,2000,Ca' del Solo
14.5,White,US,"Vanilla and butterscotch aromas call forth in this surprisingly bright-textured Chardonnay.  Zingy lemon notes leave a searingly clean finish, marked by hints of minerals and herbs.",Island Block Reserve,21,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 1999 Island Block Reserve Chardonnay (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-island-block-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"Starts with smoky, black cherry aromas and a hint of stewed tomato and tobacco. Drinks soft, gentle and complex. There's a chewy meatiness to the flavors and textures that's appealing. It finishes nicely: dry, elegant and clean.",Riserva,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Noceto 1998 Riserva Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-1998-riserva-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,1998,Noceto
12,Sparkling,US,"A controversial wine among our panelists, with some praising its “elegant and complex aromas of baked bread” while others called it “woody” and “dull.” There are citrus, apple and toast flavors and a clean finish. Your best bet is to try a bottle for yourself.",Reserve Le Premier,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 1995 Reserve Le Premier  (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-1995-reserve-le-premier-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Korbel
13.5,Red,US,"Chocolate, cedar, plum and black cherries come to mind in this firm-textured wine.  Powdery tannins are slightly drying on the palate, though the wine shows good structure in general.  The finish is moderate, hinting at sage and blackberry.",,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Keenan
,White,US,"Aromas of wildflowers, especially honeysuckle and jasmine, ride next to sweet butter, peach, smoke and spice.  Drinks very forward and ripely fruity, with armloads of berry and stone fruit flavors.  On the dry side, but round, mellow and fat.",Creek Vineyard,25,87,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Imagery 1999 Creek Vineyard Viognier (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1999-creek-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Viognier,1999,Imagery
13.8,Red,US,"Dark cherry fruit and herb flavors with chocolate/cocoa accents mark this mid-weight red. Not as deep or rich as the 1997 and somewhat backward, it has good Merlot character but can use a year or two to smooth and perhaps flesh out a bit. Finishes dry with even tannins and decent length.",,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Rutherford Hill
13,Red,Spain,"Looking for a mature reserva at a reasonable price? This one boasts aromas of damp soil, cedar, clove and wood, followed by rich flavors of sweet cherries and sauna cedar. Thins out on the finish, so drink now.",Reserva,,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 1997 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-1997-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Bodegas Fuentespina
,White,US,"Smells fresh, flowery and fruity, with lemon flower, night jasmine, honey, smoke, tobacco and spice aromas. The taste is rich and full, with a blast of ripe peach, honey and spice. There's some glyceriney sweetness in the finish of this pretty, expressive wine.",Ripkin Vineyard,14,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Rosenblum 2000 Ripkin Vineyard Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2000-ripkin-vineyard-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,2000,Rosenblum
12.8,White,US,"This wine recalls the glory days of a decade ago, when there were dozens of delicious California Chardonnays available for under $8.  Today this sort of forward, fruity, ripe, round wine is more likely to cost you twice that.  Yet here is a creamy, cleanly made wine, showing plump, fresh fruit flavors and a lingering finish.  Just 1.9 million cases made.",,6,87,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Sutter Home
13.9,Red,Australia,"The High Eden's jammy blackberry and vanilla flavors are at the same time tart and sweet; its equally fruity grape and blackberry aromas, though, are complicated a bit by caramel and leather undertones. it's a ""jamfest"" and a ""fleshpot"" that may not have much depth, but has plenty of drink-me-now appeal.",High-Eden,25,87,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Eden Springs 1999 High-Eden Shiraz (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eden-springs-1999-high-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-eden-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Eden Springs
13.5,Red,US,"Deep raspberry and cherry fruit buttressed by creamy vanillin oak and an earthy, animal element opens this dark, tangy wine. More of the same follows in the mouth where licorice, cocoa and espresso accents add interest. Rich and burly, it closes with full but supple tannins.",Grand Reserve,22,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Grand Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-grand-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13.8,White,US,"Stylish and decidedly dry, this medium-weight wine shows a gentle pear-vanilla-chamomile nose. Mineral notes and a spicy tang accent the mild pear fruit. Evenly textured, but not at all bland, the mineral and spice elements carry through the clean finish.",Reserve,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 2000 Reserve Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-2000-reserve-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Bethel Heights
13.5,White,US,"Continues the CDB tradition of ripe, full-flavored Chards at a good price. Flavors of pear, apple, vanilla, smoke and dusty spices cascade off the palate, in a richly textured wine that's oaky-sweet. Finishes soft, with dusty tannins.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 2000 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2000-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Clos du Bois
13.5,White,US,"Quite bright and lemony, with a squeaky-clean finish. This tangy and refreshing wine would be a great match for briny oysters or other seafood.",,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 2000 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Murphy-Goode
14.1,Red,US,"Medium-weight and brisk, this Sonoma wine has a blackberry, herb and cocoa profile, accented by ginger-snap and cedar notes. Bitter chocolate and black coffee play on the slightly short, tart and tangy, mildly tannic finish. Has appeal, even a bit of depth, but not a great deal of nuance.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Baystone 1999 Shiraz (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baystone-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Baystone
,Red,US,"American oak seems overly aggressive on the nose, with dominating aromas of clove and vanilla-tinged wood sap. Once you get past the bouquet, the wine is limpid, silky smooth, and utterly dry, with berry flavors.",Alegría Vineyards,16,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 1999 Alegría Vineyards Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-1999-alegria-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Acorn
13.7,White,US,Toasty oak and bright citrus flavors form the core of this snappy wine.  Clean and fresh on the finish.,,9,85,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Bogle 2000 Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-2000-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,2000,Bogle
,Red,Spain,"Starts well, with mouthwatering aromas of smoke, cedar, cured meat, tobacco and bright cherries. Simpler on the palate and a bit hollow, with cherry and cedar dominating, before perking up again on the finish, with notes of cigar tobacco and smoke.",Cosecha,12,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 1999 Cosecha  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-1999-cosecha-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Bodegas Fuentespina
,Red,Spain,"Unlike many crianzas, this one's oak is understated on the nose—instead, you get lots of delicate cherry aromas. That all changes in the mouth, with a healthy whack of vanilla. Spicy, creamy-oak finish.",Crianza,17,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-1998-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1998,Bodegas Fuentespina
14.5,White,US,"Smells like sweetened lemonade, a combination of honey and citrus fruits with a sprinkling of cinnamon and vanilla. Tastes like lemonade, too—the unsweetened variety—with refreshing acidity. The finish is clean and zesty. An apéritif-type wine.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Firestone 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Firestone
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Though almost fading, with a brick edge in the glass, there is still style in this wine's pruney fruit, tobacco-leather accents, and earthy shadings. Thin but smooth-bodied, the fig and wood elements will appeal to lovers of mature wines, but fans of youthful fruit should take a pass here. Drink now.",,50,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca La Anita 1996 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-anita-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1996,Finca La Anita
13.7,White,US,"Ripely fruity and polished, the apple and peach flavors stand out in the mouth, framed by adequate acidity. The finish is clean and peppery. This is a light, supple wine; it's very easy to drink. Seems best suited for fresh fruits, with a nice grilled trout, or all by itself.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Martin & Weyrich 2000 Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Martin & Weyrich
13,White,US,"Juicy peach and spicy lime fruit is joined by herbal notes and a whiff of lees in this dry, fairly tart wine. A burn of acidity piques the middle palate, and then the citrus flavors kick in on the crisp, clean finish.",Coastal Selection,13,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Coastal Selection Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-coastal-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Mirassou
12,White,France,"Eye-opening lemon, green herb and mineral aromas lead into a palate that's sweetened by nectarine, and powdered sugar flavorsódon't worry, there's enough citrus in the mouth to keep the sweetness in check. Angular and somewhat steely in the mouth, it ends on a similarly metallic note. It's dry-what you'd expect from Bordeaux-and should be consumed with food. I had it with (and, well,   in) cheese fondue, but it would be just as good with fish or pasta.",,9,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Michel Lynch 1998  Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-lynch-1998-sauvignon-blanc-bordeaux/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Michel Lynch
,Red,France,"This straightforward Cotes-du-Rhone, about 70% Grenache, offers ripe, even roasted, fruit aromas, earth and leather accents.  The mouth is full and chewy, fairly high in acidity, with black-plum, spice and white pepper flavors.  Closes with modest length and dusty cocoa notes.",,9,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Louis Bernard 1999 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-1999-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Louis Bernard
,White,US,"From Lodi grapes, here's a rich, fruity, powerfully spicy wine, with aromas of fruit cocktail, butter cream and honey. It drinks very fruity and overtly sweet, saved from flabbiness by crisp acidity. This is a candy of a wine, fruity and tart and frankly delicious.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Thomas Coyne 2000 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-2000-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Thomas Coyne
,White,US,"Pinot Gris has really caught on with consumers, because it can be delicious with so many different foods, but particularly with Pacific Northwest halibut and salmon. This is a well-crafted, straightforward version, with the characteristic pear fruit and a certain “graininess” in the mouth. The price seems a little ambitious, given the competition.",,14,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eugene Wine Cellars 1999 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugene-wine-cellars-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1999,Eugene Wine Cellars
14,Red,Australia,"It's lean, and some say it's a bit green. Leather, tobacco and an herb-menthol note open onto a mouthful of tart cranberry, oak and fresh vegetal flavors. Finishes with bitter espresso flavors.",Spartacus Reserve,46,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Punters Corner 1998 Spartacus Reserve Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punters-corner-1998-spartacus-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1998,Punters Corner
14.5,Red,US,"The herbal and briny notes in this wine divided our panel, with some tasters relishing its near-vegetal complexities layered over syrupy blackberry fruit, while others condemned it for the same. Try it yourself.",Peacock Blue Ltd. Release,21,85,California,California Other,California,Pavona 1999 Peacock Blue Ltd. Release Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavona-1999-peacock-blue-ltd-release-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Pavona
,Dessert,Argentina,"Very sweet and inviting aromas of litchi and gardenias are major components of the pleasant bouquet on this late-harvest wine. Honey and clove flavors; perfectly fresh and balanced. If you like Moscato d'Asti, (minus the bubbles) try this.",Tardio,10,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Tardio Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-tardio-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2000,Santa Julia
,Red,US,"Nice aromas here, of wild berries, smoke and earth, and strong, ripe berry, fruit and spice flavors. But it's very light in body and substance, almost airy. I longed for some tannins, some flesh.",Old Vine,18,85,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Sable Ridge 1998 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sable-ridge-1998-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1998,Sable Ridge
14,Red,France,"If this Syrah could sing, its song would probably be ""It Isn't Easy Being Green."" (We'd probably want it to add a verse about loads of black pepper, through and through, too.) Edaname, mint, wintergreen and herbal aromas set the stage for a largely green-pepper and green-oak palate. It's tart, lean and needs time but, as one reviewer noted, it will probably ""always be hard."" Finishes long, with dry tannins.",Réservé,50,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de Fonsalette 1998 Réservé Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fonsalette-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,1998,Château de Fonsalette
13.8,White,US,"Sprightly, with floral, grapefruit flavors and a rich honeyed streak that makes it just off-dry. Very clean, refreshing and zesty. The finish is marked by complex spice and fruit.",,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Handley
,Red,US,"Yes Virginia, there is a Santa Claus, and it is still possible to get a solid Pinot Noir for close to half a sawbuck.  Sweet caramel, cherries and beets are counterbalanced by lemony acidity and an herbal edge that's strikingly similar to green tea.  Finishes with cinnamon and chocolate notes, buoyed by bright cranberries.",Coastal,10,85,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Coastal Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-coastal-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
13,Red,US,"Lean, with a dried fruit and cedar-sandalwood-pine profile offset by earthy accents. A mineral note adds interest to the dark cherry fruit. More weight could move it up to the next level of quality, but it has appeal as a lighter, almost Burgundian-style Syrah.",Estate Grown,25,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1998 Estate Grown Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1998-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,Hyatt
14.1,Red,US,"Grape, blueberry and blackberry aromas, wrapped in a creamy-butter coating, waft from the bouquet. The palate shows less fruity flavors--instead, it's chock-full of charcoal, smoke and wood flavors, with some dark berry fruit buried underneath. Full but a little tangy in the mouth, it finishes tannic, with stem and lemon flavors.",Fries' Desert Wind Vineyard,35,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 1999 Fries' Desert Wind Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1999-fries-desert-wind-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Duck Pond
13.9,Red,US,"Earthy, plummy, peppery and bacon-fat aromas start things off. Juicy in the mouth, with rich, jammy berry flavors and a hit of palate-numbing tannins. Drink now with rich foods, or hold for a few years.",,20,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Lonetree 1998 Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lonetree-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,1998,Lonetree
,White,US,"A new line from Fetzer. This wine has what consumers want, with pretty peach and apple fruit, crisp acidity, lots of toasty, spicy oak and a tiny bit of sweetness. It's a solid delivery at an affordable price.",Five Rivers Ranch,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 2000 Five Rivers Ranch Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-five-rivers-ranch-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Fetzer
13.9,Red,US,"Smoky, slightly herbaceous notes over raspberry and cherry fruit give this California wine a decidedly Rhônish cast. The mouthfeel is lean and structured, the tart flavors are strawberry and rhubarb. Finishes with drying tannins. A hard, angular wine that needs time to come around.",Roasted Slope Vineyard,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Andrew Murray 1999 Roasted Slope Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1999-roasted-slope-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Andrew Murray
12.5,White,US,"After a few minutes in the glass, the wine's citrusy-pineapple aromas take on a grassy dimension. Green-apple and banana flavors brighten an even, creamy mouthfeel. Finishes a little chewy, with mango flavor and a slight metallic tanginess on the very end. An easy quaff.",,12,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 1999 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1999-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Amity
,White,US,"Pinot Blanc grows well in Oregon, but it doesn't often translate in the bottle into a distinctive style that one could call its own. This Pinot Blanc could easily be taken for a stainless steel-fermented Chardonnay or a light Pinot Gris; it's a crisp, fruity white wine that will go well with a wide variety of foods.",,12,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1999 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1999-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Château Bianca
13.5,Red,US,"Aromas of black pepper and smoke, along with creamy raspberries indicate promise, but the barrel regime takes over on the palate, where caramelized wood continues through the finish as burnt coffee.",,24,85,California,South Coast,Temecula,Hart 1998 Syrah (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hart-winery-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast-temecula/,Syrah,1998,Hart
14,Red,US,"This offers a lot, maybe too much, of everything—supermature pruney fruit, tons of smoky oak and a jammy mouthfeel. It's fat, and closes long with dense fruit and black pepper accents. It's also over the top—overripe, highly extracted, densely wooded; if you love that style, you'll enjoy this much more than our tasters did. This has potential as a Port, though, consumed at the end of a meal with cheeses and nuts.",The Lisa,60,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Per Sempre 1999 The Lisa Shiraz (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/per-sempre-1999-lisa-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-napa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Per Sempre
13.4,White,US,"Aggressive stuff here, not for the faint-hearted. Begins with big, brawny aromas of citrus, grass, hay and gooseberry, with a hint of honey. The flavors are also big and assertive, with lemon, grapefruit and tangerine. It's very dry and very crisp, with acidity that's on the high side.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Morgan 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-2000-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Morgan
,Red,US,"Ripe blackberry aromas mingle with greener notes of anise and stalks in this softly drinkable, likeable wine. The polished flavors are pretty. Finishes fruity, with a hint of acidity and tannins.",Goode-Ready,18,85,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Murphy-Goode 1999 Goode-Ready Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-ready-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Murphy-Goode
,White,US,"Opens with strong aromas of apricot jam, vanilla, honey and wildflower notes, and turns fruity-spicy on the palate. There's the rich texture and flavor of smoky honey, and the finish is spicy and just a little sweet.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 1999 Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-1999-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,1999,Concannon
14.4,Red,US,"Youthful, grapey aromas precede candied cherry and rhubarb flavors. Seems almost sweet, but folds in some black-pepper notes on the finish.",Reserve,35,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dover Canyon 1999 Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dover-canyon-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Dover Canyon
13,Red,Argentina,"Clean, classic Cabernet aromas do a good job of inviting you in. Cassis, vanilla and herbs mix nicely. The deep-purple color accurately announces the big blackberry flavor. Underneath is some pleasant oak. It finishes mildly hot, but overall it's smooth.",,8,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Tapiz
13.5,Red,US,"From Washington state's newest AVA, this Syrah's slightly stewed, dark red-berry fruit wears green herb and metallic notes. Medium-weight and soft on the tongue, it shows an almost apple-butter-like quality. Modest tannins and the apple note (perhaps a Washington thing from the old apple orchards?) again appear on the long finish.",Block 8,28,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Terra Blanca 1999 Block 8 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-blanca-1999-block-8-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Terra Blanca
14.8,Red,US,"Though “heaps of black pepper” show on the bouquet and in the mouth, we were still able to discern earth, black-plum and cherry flavors. Finishes with spice, anise and a hint of raisin.",,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jade Mountain 1998 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1998,Jade Mountain
13,Red,US,"A split-personality, split-decision wine in which berry fruit and creamy chocolate are offset by a pine-green herb streak. That infuses the wine with a neo-Rhônish, woody, resiny quality that appealed to certain tasters and left others cold. Some enjoyed the unique strawberry-cocoa-raisin flavors, others found the dry, green profile just too much.",,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kiona 1998 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,Kiona
,Red,US,"An austere, earthy wine, with aromas of plums, roasted coffee bean and tomato. Sharp and bitter, with high acidity, and very dry. Easy to drink; a nice wine for pasta and tomato sauce.",,20,85,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1998 Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1998-barbera-other/,Barbera,1998,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Aromas of brambly, wild berries, peppery spices, tar and smoke erupt from the glass, leading to a well-ripened wine with pretty flavors of blackberries and black raspberries. One minor quibble is its softness. It lacks backbone. Another is 15.6% alcohol, which makes it finish hot and heady.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,RustRidge
13.5,White,Chile,"Bright and lemony on the nose, this Chilean white serves up a tangy blend of pear, apple, toast and citrus flavors on the palate.  It's clean and fresh.",,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 2000 Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-2000-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Veramonte
,Red,Italy,"This easy-drinking Chianti is a perfect pizza-and-pasta red with bright, dry, red-cherry fruit and just a hint of chalk on the palate.  Tangy but not sharp tannins and judicious use of oak make this forward, flavorful, agreeably priced wine a winner.",,8,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piccini 2000  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2000-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2000,Piccini
13.8,Red,Australia,"Medium-full in the mouth, with a long, oaky finish, this Shiraz offers predictably oak-derived cream and vanilla notes on the nose and on the palate. Juicy fruit flavors were lauded by some, and compared by others to black cherry gelatin. An easy quaff, but nothing to ponder by the fireside.",,25,85,Victoria,Bendigo,,Passing Clouds 1998 Shiraz (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passing-clouds-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bendigo/,Shiraz,1998,Passing Clouds
13.5,Red,US,"There is a bit of asparagus/green bean in the nose, often a characteristic of Rogue Valley Merlot, and along with the firm cherry fruit and roasted chocolate is an unmistakable flavor of stem and bean. Apart from that this is a substantial, even muscular wine, well built and flavorful.",,40,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1998 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1998-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1998,Griffin Creek
,White,US,"A few years ago there was a  bit of a tempest in a wine barrel when Oregon's winemakers discovered that the Pinot Blanc they had been buying from California was actually Melon, the grape of France's Muscadets. It all made for a lot of confusion, but Oregonian Melon is an interesting wine, which has a lot of fat tropical fruit when it's young, and can be quite appealing. The wine does not age; in fact, it falls apart. So drink it young, when the ripe fruit suggests mangoes and papayas and swaying palms.",,14,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eugene Wine Cellars 1999 Melon (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugene-wine-cellars-1999-other-white-melon-other/,Melon,1999,Eugene Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"There is a solid, firm, substantive feel to this wine, and it shows nice black cherry fruit, with an underpinning of tar, leather and licorice. But it also has some rubbery flavors, that extend into the finish, and it winds up with an unpleasant bitterness that is off-putting. If you like dark, burnt coffee kinds of flavors, this will be just right.",Estate Reserve,25,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1997 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1997-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Château Bianca
12.5,White,France,"It's on thing to hear about wine being statements of terroir, but one whiff of this chalky-minerally-earthy white Rhone wine, and you'll be transported back to the motherland.  Minerally from start to finish, it alos shows light citrus-apple aromas on the nose, and limerind and bath soap flavors on the palate.  Dry, with a decent fruit-to acid balance, the finish is a continuation of what you get in the mouth, punctuated with a lemony tang and some green herb.",Saint-Esprit,9,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Delas Frères 1999 Saint-Esprit White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1999-saint-esprit-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,1999,Delas Frères
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though it's easily quaffed, one reviewer noted that this Shiraz's flavors are more like that of Chardonnay: It offers strong butterscotch, vanilla and popcorn notes on the nose, and more creamy vanilla, burnt-sugar flavors in the mouth. There are raspberry and blackberry flavors here, but they're well hidden. Finishes short, with oak and licorice.",,28,85,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,De Bortoli 1998 Shiraz (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-yarra-valley/,Shiraz,1998,De Bortoli
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though this Oz Shiraz is woodier than a log cabin, it shows some pleasant cherry flavors, and menthol, smoked-meat and smoke aromas. Otherwise, the nose is all oak; the palate and finish are tart and cedary.",,25,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Barnadown Run 1999 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnadown-run-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1999,Barnadown Run
13.5,Red,US,"The lavish oak provides vanilla and coconut shadings on the tart dark-berry fruit. Its even, polished palate offers plum, coffee and cocoa flavors. Finishes a touch short, with espresso and bitter chocolate. It's very dark, perhaps a bit one-dimensional, but good of this type.",,40,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 1999 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1999,Cayuse
,Red,Spain,"Aromas of dried spices and vanilla dominate, but the cherry fruit still tastes fresh and alive thanks to firm acidity. Turns tart on the finish, where its age becomes more obvious in the thinning flavors.",Black Label,28,86,Central Spain,Vino da Mesa de Toledo,,Yllera 1986 Black Label Red (Vino da Mesa de Toledo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yllera-1986-black-label-red-vino-mesa-toledo/,Red Blend,1986,Yllera
,Red,Spain,"Has all the typical ingredients of an aged Ribera: toast, vanilla, earth and tobacco and still retains a measure of plummy fruit. Seems to be drying out just a little, but it goes down gently and gracefully.",Gran Reserva,32,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 1994 Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-1994-gran-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1994,Viña Mayor
13.5,Red,US,"A gamy note and some earthy accents highlight the black cherry fruit in this mid-weight wine. The oak shows, and there are attractive cocoa and black-tea accents on the smooth palate. Closes with moderate length, dark berry and earth notes.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1995 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1995-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1995,Rutherford Hill
,White,US,"Nice and rich, with plenty of chewy, upfront lemon and lime fruit and more full-bodied notes from Semillon. Finishes fruity, spicy, and clean. This is a super food wine.",,8,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wente 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Wente
,White,US,"Creamy and rich, this blend of Sauvignon and Sémillon provides plenty of upfront citrus and fig flavors in a smooth-drinking dry wine with a lot of finesse. Fairly high char oak provides a smoky, butterscotchy note.",Vendimia,20,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Murrieta's Well 1998 Vendimia Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murrietas-well-1998-vendimia-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Murrieta's Well
,Red,US,"Classic warm-country Zin, with briary, brambly wild-berry aromas with a hint of raisins, and big, juicy flavors. Finishes hot. Modest tannins and soft acidity make this dry wine immediately drinkable.",Old Vine,18,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Pavona 1999 Old Vine Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavona-1999-old-vine-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1999,Pavona
13.5,White,US,"There's a strong leesy, cheesy note on top of apple and peach fruit, in addition to a moderate dose of oak. That leesy quality returns in the finish, where it turns slightly bitter and spicy. This is a nice, pleasant, mildly complex wine.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Newlan
13.5,Red,US,"Mulling spices, cedar and faint blackberry aromas kickoff this oakfest that nevertheless charmed our panel. The toasty, spicy oak flavors go down smooth and easy.",,21,86,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Ca'Na 1999 Syrah (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cana-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Syrah,1999,Ca'Na
,Red,US,"This Merlot shows sautéed mushroom and rich, earthy notes along with the expected blackberry aromas, and the sharp mintiness of wood. Drinks deeply fruity, with soft, velvety tannins and slightly soft acids. The finish turns sweet.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackstone 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Blackstone
14.1,White,US,"Austere by current standards, with faint apple and peach aromas and a kiss of oak. It's very clean in the mouth, with apple flavors and bright, crisp acidity. Seems more food-friendly than some of the more over-the-top opulent Chards.",Handley Vineyard,19,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 1999 Handley Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1999-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Handley
14.5,Red,US,"Bright cherry flavors lead the way, followed by pretty plum and licorice notes. However, the finish is a little short, and the tannins are a bit coarse. Still, very enjoyable.",Saini Farms Old Vine,24,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 1998 Saini Farms Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1998-saini-farms-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Lake Sonoma
,White,US,"Big-time lemongrass and grapefruit aromas, along with subtler notes of fig and nut, characterize this zesty, clean wine,  A bit of sweetness on the finish is offset by high acidity.",Magnolia Lane,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 2000 Magnolia Lane Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-2000-magnolia-lane-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Kunde
13.5,Red,US,"A blend of black-cherry, chocolate and herb flavors. Moderate body and powdery tannins round it off for a pleasant quaff.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1998 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1998-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Murphy-Goode
,Dessert,US,"Quite fruity, with jammy blackberry and blueberry flavors at the fore. A zingy tartness on th finish keeps it from being cloying, however. Spicy, with toasty oak at the end.",Mustang Springs Port,,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon NV Mustang Springs Port Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-nv-mustang-springs-port-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,,Peachy Canyon
14.2,White,US,"Melon, peach and vanilla aromas lead to a refreshingly fruity wine in the mouth. The flavor is peach, and creamy soft. It's a little earthy on the finish, with a trace of orange-rind bitterness.",Equinox,18,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1999 Equinox Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1999-equinox-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1999,Midnight
,White,France,"This crisp wine, like the other Moreau Chablis, sees no oak and opens with green apple and mineral spirits aromas.  Lemon and grapefruit flavors play on the tongue.  The palate is very dry and flinty.  It's correct Chablis. with a steely austere clsoe, though without much nuance.",,14,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 2000  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-2000-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,2000,J. Moreau & Fils
13.5,Red,US,"From six coastal counties, a varietally true Pinot at an everyday price, which is a rare thing. Delicate aromas of beet, mushroom, hard spice, tea and black cherry precede a balanced, silky, dry wine, with good berry flavors and a sprinkling of dusty tannins.",Vintner's Reserve,12,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,US,"Joseph Phelps was the first in modern Californian wine industry to produce a Syrah, but the flavor and texture here, like so many similarly rated wines, is largely oak-derived. Yes, there's some quite sweet blackberry and red berry, meat, toast and caramel flavors. Still, our tasters found this decidedly wood-dominated and not well-defined. Not bad, but disappointing.",,37,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1998 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1998,Joseph Phelps
,White,France,"The nose is almost fat, with an attractive peach-pear-tangerine bouquet. This attractive medium-to-full-bodied white shows spicy accents on the peachy, creamy palate, as well as a touch of earth and citrus. Finishes with modest length, citrus and mineral notes.",Cuvée Les Amours,12,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1999 Cuvée Les Amours Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1999-cuvee-amours-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Hugel
13.5,Red,US,"How two reviewers can detect sweet, sugar, cherry and plum aromas, while others note scents of smoked bacon and menthol, we don't quite know. The palate, though, shows flavors of overripe black cherries and leather. Creamy in the mouth, plus creamy oak on the finish.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Craig 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Robert Craig
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty middle-of-the-road juice, by all panelists' accounts, the Reininger has lots of tart berry fruit and toasted oak flavors and aromas, plus a long, dry, wood-and-peanut shells finish. Has some nice coffee and chocolate notes along the way, but has quite a bit of wood and acid.",,29,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Reininger 1999 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/reininger-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1999,Reininger
,White,US,"Earth, peach, butter and smoke aromas lead to rich, fruity, spicy flavors, ripe and full-bodied, of extracted stone fruits. Balanced, with a creamy texture and a fruity, spicy finish.",Berghold Vineyard,12,86,California,Central Valley,Lodi,St. Amant 1999 Berghold Vineyard Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-amant-1999-berghold-vineyard-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,1999,St. Amant
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A funky (but decidedly characteristic South African) earth-meets-barbecue, “horsey” bouquet intrigued some reviewers, but puzzled others. The palate was similarly outdoorsy—earth, oak and herb enveloped the wine's sour red-fruit flavors. Finishes with tangy, dry wood.",Merindol,45,86,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 1998 Merindol Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-1998-merindol-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1998,Simonsig
13.8,Red,Australia,"Winemaker Sergio Carlei's Shiraz is heavy on herb (some say mint; others call it eucalyptus) from nose to palate. Cherry is the other dominant flavor here, so much so on the nose that the cherry-herb combination struck one reviewer as “cough syrupy.” Mouthfeel is velvety; cedar and vanilla round out the palate and finish.",The Forties Old Block,30,86,Victoria,Victoria,,The Green Vineyards 1999 The Forties Old Block Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-1999-forties-old-block-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1999,The Green Vineyards
14.5,Red,US,"More forward and jammy than Dry Creek's reserve bottling, this fruity wine also has some pretty firm tannins and crisp acidity. Doesn't seem to be age worthy, so drink now or in the next year.",Heritage Clone,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Heritage Clone Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-heritage-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.8,Red,US,"Opening very dark with a candied cherry-grape and licorice nose, this doesn't deliver the weight it sets you up for. The tart fruit bears lots of herb, almost geranium, shadings; it finishes lean and black with tangy tannins, not unlike many well-oaked Tuscan wines.",TreMonte,32,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1997 TreMonte Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1997-tremonte-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1997,Ferrari-Carano
13,Red,Spain,"Creamy vanilla and dill aromas bump up against bright cherries on the nose. In the mouth, the creaminess is noticeable, with tart cherries and weedy tobacco notes chiming in. The firm tannins on the finish need a year or two to settle down.",Crianza,17,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Tionio 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tionio-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Tionio
14,Red,Australia,"We used plenty of adjectives to describe this wine's flavors, but few had anything to do with fruit. An unlikely flavor pairing, black olive and cinnamon, dominates the bouquet and the palate. Leather and meat aromas flesh out the nose, and clove and coffee (plus a little blackberry) spice up the palate. Medium-long tannin and mineral finish.",Reserve,46,86,South Australia,Padthaway,,Stonehaven 1997 Reserve Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1997-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,1997,Stonehaven
,Red,US,"Starts with  deep scents of mint, cassis, plum and smoke, with nuances of chocolate and earth. Subtle oak adds spicy notes. The fruit is really forward and ripe. It's a big wine, but the dry, delicate tannins help make it supple and round.",Five Rivers Ranch,13,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fetzer 1999 Five Rivers Ranch Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-five-rivers-ranch-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1999,Fetzer
14.9,Red,US,"Quite fruity, with jammy blackberry and blueberry flavors at the fore.  Azingy tartness on the finish keeps it from being cloying, however.  Spicy, with toasty oak at the end",Incredible Red Bin 110,,86,California,California Other,California,Peachy Canyon 1999 Incredible Red Bin 110 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-incredible-red-bin-110-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Peachy Canyon
,White,US,"Here's a crisp, bone-dry wine of tart acidity with aromas and flavors of lemons and grapefruits. The hard mineral quality is softened by barrel fermentation and lees aging, which contribute round, creamy notes. The lemony theme re-emerges on the finish.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1999 Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Robert Mondavi
13.2,Red,South Africa,"Intense earth, meat and game aromas accent the blackberry and blueberry fruit in this somewhat controversial, medium-weight wine. The peppery finish offers dried plum and fig, a tart smoky note and metallic elements. The earthiness, even dung-iness, while complex and challenging, is not for everyone.",Private Collection,30,86,Stellenbosch,,,Saxenburg Estate 1998 Private Collection Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-1998-private-collection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1998,Saxenburg Estate
11.5,White,US,"Maybe I'm cheerlaeding for my home state, and maybe I'm preachy about Riesling, but if I could get this delightful wine into enthusiasts' mouths, it might change their minds about both Riesling and New York State wines.  This is a rounder, fatter rendition of riesling, with petrol-diesel aromatics over the apple-grape fruit.  It has Chardonnay-like weight, but a decidedly different flavor range, with honey-apricot shadings and a long, appley close.",,9,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 1999 Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-1999-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,1999,Fox Run
13.7,Red,US,"Though reviewers detected a slight funkiness (plastic or game?) on the nose, we appreciated the dry leather and tart berry fruit flavors in the mouth. Finishes with a similar dryness—cedar, mostly.",,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1998 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1998,Ballentine
,White,US,"This pleasant, off-dry Riesling, in its blue bottle (with a cork to match), has been a runaway success for Bridgeview. It's something of a marketing triumph, as the wine is indistinguishable (in price and flavor) from dozens upon dozens of competitors. But it is reliable and fruity, with ripe apples and orange scents and flavors, and a good, clean finish. Best Buy.",Blue Moon,7,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 2000 Blue Moon Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-2000-blue-moon-riesling-other/,Riesling,2000,Bridgeview
,White,US,"The success of the “Blue Moon” Riesling spawned a Chardonnay sister, packaged in an even darker  blue bottle, with gold stars bespeckling the label and neck. If it's all a bit over the top, you have to admire the chutzpah. Without all the foofarol, it would be just another soft, buttery Chardonnay. This way, it's the star of the show.",Blue Moon,10,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 1999 Blue Moon Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1999-blue-moon-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Bridgeview
,Red,US,"I've been drinking this long enough to know that this vintage is better than it has been in the past-it's hard to explain, but this year the wine seems to aspire to be more than it has been.  Bouncy red fruit, vanilla and anise dominate the bouquet.  The palate offers smooth red berries smothered in vanilla bean, nutmeg and the powdery bubble gum that you find in trading cards.  Even and medium-bodied in the mouth, it finishes with anise and pencil-eraser notes.",Big House Red,10,86,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 1999 Big House Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-1999-big-house-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Ca' del Solo
,White,US,"This one's for you if you like dry, tart, acidic, grassy, grapefruit-juice-flavored wines that scour the palate and leave it clean and refreshed. It's an afternoon cocktail wine, perfect for grilled veggies, goat cheese and garlic bread.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Buena Vista 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-2000-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Buena Vista
,Red,Australia,"This is mature, with dried-cherry, mushroom and forest-floor aromas and flavors. It's lean, with a strong herbaceous edge that shows on the berry fruit. Dry and even, it closes tart with modest length.",,,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1988 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1988-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1988,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Green herb, Play-Doh and smoky-oak aromas are good indications of what follows on this Syrah's palate—more wood (some say cedar; others oak), cream, chocolate and cherry flavors. Medim-bodied and a little high in acid, it finishes long, with chocolate and charred oak notes. There's not a lot of ripe fruit here.",Puncheon Aged,40,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 1999 Puncheon Aged Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-1999-puncheon-aged-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1999,Glen Fiona
14.1,Red,US,"The winery calls it Shiraz because it follows an “Australian” style. If that means tons of toasty oak, they've succeeded. Still, there's also a solid core of black-cherry fruit that offers rich texture and dusty tannins on the finish.",Reserve,40,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1998 Reserve Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1998,Geyser Peak
13.5,Red,US,"“Nice” to one reviewer, but “a tough customer” to others, the Equus opens with cherry, smoke and tomato aromas and a touch of heat. We can thank oak, coffee and sour cherry pie flavors for the tartness in the mouth; finishes long and dry, with mineral and soft cherry flavors.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Equus 1998 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/equus-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1998,Equus
,White,US,"Ripe and polished apple and peach fruit is joined by smoky oak notes in this easy-to-like wine. Zesty, fresh acidity makes the fruity flavors bright and alive. The finish is spicy, with a smattering of dust and tartness.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 1999 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Michel-Schlumberger
,Red,Spain,"Features dark, earthy fruit topped by high-toned pie cherries. Soft and easy to drink, closing with a dusting of dried spices—the greatest evidence of its three months in oak.",Roble,11,86,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1999 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1999-roble-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1999,Pradorey
,Red,Italy,"Light and pleasing with mild chalk and anise accents on the cherry fruit, the superiore is slightly more elegant than Piccini's normale.  It again reflects the house preference for wines made 100% of Sangiovese with good acidity and balance as opposed to blending, extraction and weight.  Finishes with modest length and slightly peppery tannins.",,10,86,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Piccini 2000  Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-2000-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,2000,Piccini
13.5,Red,US,"Smoke, cedar and cherries mark the nose of this Syrah from winemaker Bob Lindquist. The flavors are tart and carry a bit of herbaceousness, finishing mocha-creamy and pruny. Although good, it's a bit below the level of excellence Lindquist has set in the past.",Bien Nacido Reserve,25,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1999 Bien Nacido Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1999-bien-nacido-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Qupé
13.5,Red,US,"There's good deep fruit and licorice and smoke accents in this wine, but they are overrun by rampant oak that shows early and continues full-blown across the palate and onto the finish. There's weight, but not the depth or dimension we wanted. Tart raspberry flavors and smoked-meat accents strive to hold their own against the toasty oak tide through the long close.",Vintner's Selection,25,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Vintner's Selection Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-vintners-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
14.6,White,US,"From a celebrated Lodi grower; turned into wine by Napa Valley's Mitch Cosentino. A zesty wine with lemongrass, mint and smoke aromas. The fresh, clean flavors are of citrus fruits and spearmint, slightly sweet, with crisp, juicy acidity.",Mohr-Fry Ranch,13,86,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2000 Mohr-Fry Ranch Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2000-mohr-fry-ranch-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Crystal Valley Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"Because the nose is a bit tight, it may be difficult to pick up more than light berry, toasty oak and black-pepper aromas. More toasty oak pops up in the mouth, where there are also some black-cherry and sour-chocolate flavors. A bit hot in the mouth (or is that a bit of volatile acidity?) and on the finish.",Cile du Cheval Vineyard,45,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1999 Cile du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1999-cile-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,McCrea
12.5,White,Argentina,"Litchi and nectarine are prominent in this vivacious white, rarely found outside of Argentina. This version is fun and lively, with plenty of zip. Finishes in crisp, defined, lengthy layers. Definitely worth a try.",,7,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Torrontés (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-torrontes-mendoza/,Torrontés,2000,Santa Julia
13,White,US,"""CNW"" Stands for ""Chard No Way""- these jokers captured my heart from the start.  Pear, citrus and a tiny bit of burned caramel on the nose; pineapple and melon flavors on the palate and on the finish.",CNW - Wilson Vineyards,10,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Vinum Cellars 2000 CNW - Wilson Vineyards Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-2000-cnw-wilson-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Vinum Cellars
14.9,Red,US,"There's plenty of dark appeal in this Napa wine with blackberry, smoke and toasty oak aromas and flavors. Leather and bitter chocolate show on the medium-full, even palate, but the oak comes on terrifically strong there and through the finish, rendering the wine rather narrow. Still, it's not without appeal, and will be well-liked by the many fans of the black, oaky style.",,25,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 1998 Syrah (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-oakville/,Syrah,1998,Turnbull
,Rose,US,"Here's a summer sipper with lots of enjoyment. It starts with pretty strawberry, cola and spice aromas, leading to dry, spicy flavors of strawberry and black tea. There's real elegance and charm, and a rich, long finish.",Rosato,15,86,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2000 Rosato Sangiovese (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-rosato-sangiovese-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Sangiovese,2000,Iron Horse
13.7,White,US,"Delicate aromas of smoke, oak, white peach and a hint of citrus waft from the glass. Tastes spicy, pert and delicate, with light citrus flavors and some heat from alcohol. The final impression is of a rich, scoury, lemony burnish on the palate.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-1999-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Alderbrook
14.1,Red,US,"Cedar, meat and saddle-leather aromas open this even, creamy, but not particularly deep, wine. Wood envelops the red-berry and blackberry fruit, with chocolate and vanilla from the toasty oak showing more than the fruit. Finishes long, with spice, pepper, and tangy tannins. Lovers of lavish oak will relish this.",Red Willow Vineyard,35,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1998 Red Willow Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-red-willow-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,Columbia Winery
,Rose,US,"Quite fragrant, with raspberry and strawberry aromas. Fruity, yet dry, and fresh on the palate, it makes a terrific summer quaff.",Redhead,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Fife 2000 Redhead Rosé (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-2000-redhead-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Rosé,2000,Fife
,Red,Spain,"As you might expect, this wine's prolonged stay in oak has given it cedar and vanilla aromas and flavors, but they're well integrated with dark earth, leaf mold and candied orange peel. Fully mature.",Gran Reserva,75,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 1994 Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-1994-gran-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1994,Protos
,Red,Spain,"The delicate strawberry, vanilla and toast aromas open with additional air to show more black cherry and tobacco. A medium-weight blend of 95% Tempranillo and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Crianza,18,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1998-crianza-red-blend-tempranillo-cabernet-sauvignon-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Pradorey
13,Red,US,"This Washington Syrah's backbone is ripe blackberry—on the nose, the berry is muted slightly by a powdery Sweet Tart-cocoa aroma. On the palate, the fruit is bolstered by earth and oak flavors. Juicy berries come to the fore again on the long finish. A smooth and appealing wine, if not supremely complex.",,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1999,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Berry and earth aromas open to a palate with a strong herbaceous note and a lean, structured feel. Perhaps more European in style, it shows surprising hardness and a tart quality to the fruit. Should open and soften some with aging, but seems as if it will always be on the lean side.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1999 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1999-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1999,Rutherford Hill
,Red,US,"Here's a soft, juicy wine with plenty of flavor and depth. Starts out with plummy, spicy aromas and a hint of coffee and pepper, and quickly turns ripely sweet and spicy on the palate. Bone dry, with velvety tannins. Drink now.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Tria 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tria-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Tria
,Red,France,"Plenty of cedar and almost Port like notes of cooked fruit, tobacco and clove show on the nose of this balanced, medium-weight wine.  The palate shows dried-black-cherry, olive and leather flavors, with very good fruit-toacid balance.  Finishes long and dry, with black licorice shadings.",,20,87,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Louis Bernard 1999  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-1999-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Louis Bernard
13,Red,US,"Intense and structured, firm acidity provides a backbone to flavors of caramel, toast, beets, pie cherries and pine boughs. Its strength is also its primary drawback; the assertive acidity mutes the other components, and there may not be enough flesh in the long run. Give this backward offering a couple years in the cellar to smooth out.",Reserve,40,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Panther Creek
15.4,Red,US,"An intense nose of skunk, toasty oak, and earthy notes veils deeply submerged black fruit. The lushly textured palate carries rich espresso, blackberry, vanilla and toast flavors. Finishes long, just as it began—opaque, burnt toast over dark, buried fruit and firm tannins. Don't touch now—cellar for three or more years, keep your fingers crossed, and hope for the dense fruit to rise to the top.",Page-Nord Vineyard,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Novy 1999 Page-Nord Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/novy-1999-page-nord-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,Novy
13.5,Red,Chile,"Though there are bright blackberry, almost cassis, notes on the nose and in the mouth, they're enveloped in an unusual toast-meets-green herb combination that one taster called burning green tobacco and another described as marinated stuffed grape leaves. Finishes with dry leather, cedar and cocoa flavors. Still in all, this medium-weight, soft wine contains some big, sweet fruit that will appeal to many.",Alpha-Viñedo Apalta,22,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 2000 Alpha-Viñedo Apalta Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-2000-alpha-vinedo-apalta-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2000,Montes
,White,US,"Concentrated and intense, it's marked by stylish tropical fruit flavors and quite a dose of smoky oak. There's a mineral streak right down the middle that gives it a steely spine, and refreshing acidity adds to the structural integrity.",,17,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2000 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,2000,Babcock
,White,France,"An aromatic, dense bouquet of tangerine and lychee nut opens this textbook Gewürz. The spiciness really shows in the mouth, where pepper and dry-rub flavors accent the sweet, exotic fruit. Not particularly long, but it has the flavor and mouthfeel to complement complex or intensely flavored foods.",,19,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1999 Gewürztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1999-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Hugel
,White,France,"Classic aromas of diesel and earth, along with dry citrus, open to a full-flavored lime-and-mineral palate. The mouthfeel is fat, but fine acidity keeps the wine taut and lively. Closes with lime and mineral notes.",,17,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1998 Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1998-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1998,Hugel
,White,France,"A handsome bouquet of nutmeg, grapefruit, melon and cilantro marks this value white.  The dry grapefruit and green apple palate ahows plenty of chalkiness and medium acidity; the wine finishes medium-long with white pepper, lemon and mineral notes.  Tastes Chablis-like, though made of Sauvignon Blanc and not from the appelation.",,10,87,France Other,Sauvignon de St-Bris,,J. Moreau & Fils 2000  Sauvignon de St-Bris,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sauvignon-st-bris/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,J. Moreau & Fils
12.6,Red,US,"Though oak and sawdust get top billing on the nose, briny and herbal notes are also waiting in the wings. The palate shows more berry flavors, plus meaty notes. Cedary-pepper finish underscores our initial “wood-dominated” impressions.",,35,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1998 Syrah (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-rogue-valley/,Syrah,1998,Griffin Creek
13,White,US,"This one shows off hints of butterscotch, vanilla and citrus in the nose, followed by pretty pear, lemon and toast notes on the palate. The wine is medium-bodied and quite refreshing. Clean on the finish.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Lake Sonoma
,Red,Australia,"This even, accessible claret-like red opens with berry aromas and flavors offset by smoke and earth. Smooth, with round fruit on the palate that shows handsome earth notes and good fruit-acid balance and depth. It's smoothly put together and closes with even, gentle tannins.",,13,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1998 Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1998-red-coonawarra/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
13.9,Red,Australia,"Sweet-smelling oak, reminiscent of marshmallows around the campfire, blends nicely with cassis and black-cherry flavors. Finishes tart, with dried spice, cocoa and coffee shadings.",,43,87,South Australia,Riverland,,Bookpurnong Hill 1999 Shiraz (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookpurnong-hill-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-riverland/,Shiraz,1999,Bookpurnong Hill
,White,Portugal,"Here's a good chance to discover the joys of Riesling. Winemaker Randall Grahm has crafted an appley, citrusy wine of great flair, just this side of dry, with refreshing acidity. Picks up some almond-skin bitterness in the finish.",Critique of Pure Riesling,18,87,Alentejo-Evora,,,Bonny Doon 2000 Critique of Pure Riesling Riesling (Alentejo-Evora),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-2000-critique-pure-riesling-alentejo-evora/,Riesling,2000,Bonny Doon
13,White,US,"From the highest vineyard in the county, more than 3,000 feet in altitude, comes this tight, lemony wine with lots of structural integrity. High acidity accentuates the ripe citrus flavors. The finish is a little sweet and spicy.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Barnwood
13.6,Red,US,"Meat and black pepper meet beets and cola in this velvety, medium-weight wine. Turns earthier on the palate, with leather and coffee notes joining in to provide some complexity. Finishes woody, with chocolate and dried spices.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1998 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1998,Buttonwood Farm
13.9,Red,US,"The sour-plum nose sports cedar, leather and clove accents. Round, even juicy on the palate, it displays a strong, tart cranberry-like element and pepper and oak shadings. Finishes bright, with tart fruit, herbs and leather. Earthy, juicy, a bit herbal, and definitely Syrah. Drink now through 2005.",Edna Ranch,22,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Brophy Clark 1999 Edna Ranch Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-1999-edna-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,1999,Brophy Clark
13,Red,US,"Young aromas of plum concentrate, chocolate, tobacco, pepper and moderate oak lead to a rather jammy wine. Berry and spice flavors explode in the mouth. The texture is syrupy, thick, dense. Seems to need time for all the parts to knit together.",Red Hills Estate,60,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1999 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1999-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Panther Creek
14,Red,Australia,"Though it's a little on the tight side, the Penley's palate shows black- cherry and smoked-meat flavors, and a red-berry-and-spice finish. Reviewers were up in arms about whether it was smoked meat and mint, or marshmallow, hot pepper and cake flour on the nose. In any case, an unusual bouquet. Give it two or three years.",Hyland,25,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penley Estate 1998 Hyland Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penley-estate-1998-hyland-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1998,Penley Estate
,Red,Spain,"A young, fruity wine that's meant to be consumed in its first year or two, it's a blend of 60 percent Tempranillo, 20 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 20 percent Merlot. Winemaking tricks like partial carbonic maceration and varying fermentation temperatures for separate parts of the blend accentuate bright berry and cherry fruit. No oak means the fruit speaks loud and clear. Best Buy.",Primicia,10,87,Northern Spain,Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 2000 Primicia Red (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-2000-primicia-red-vino-tierra-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,2000,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"Despite the name, this is the winery's standard bottling (sold without a designation in previous vintages). The blend this year is 75% Tempranillo, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot, aged in a mix of French and American oak. It's weedy, with some rhubarb notes amid the cherries and cassis, and seems a bit tart and hard, with toasty oak showing on the finish.",Selección Especial,24,87,Northern Spain,Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León,,Abadia Retuerta 1998 Selección Especial Red (Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1998-seleccion-especial-red-vino-mesa-castilla-leon/,Red Blend,1998,Abadia Retuerta
13.8,Red,US,"This even, balanced wine opens with a smooth, tart, black-cherry-rhubarb, pepper and smoke bouquet. It's medium in weight and has tangy acidity that supports the fruit well. Complex flavors with smoked meat, bitter herb and espresso on the cherry core are appealing. Tangy tannins and coffee notes close it nicely.",Ventana Vineyards,24,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ahlgren 1999 Ventana Vineyards Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahlgren-1999-ventana-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1999,Ahlgren
13.8,Red,US,"An intense, complex cassis, toast, curry and espresso bouquet opens this dense, balanced wine. A smooth feel, creamy vanillin, tart berry and tobacco flavors, and a long, tangy fruit finish with supple tannins complete the package. A heavily oaked wine that some tasters found sexy; others thought it overwooded—your take will depend on your appetite for oak.",Viking Estate Vineyard,40,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 1998 Viking Estate Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-1998-viking-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1998,Adelaida
,White,US,"All kinds of tropical fruits in the pleasant aroma, plus buttery, creamy notes and smoky, spicy oak. Tastes fat and opulent, with intense tropical fruit flavors and nervy acidity. This is very nice wine and easily the equal of others costing twice as much.",Gravelstone,11,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1999 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1999-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Jekel
14.5,Red,Australia,"This oaky, opaque Shiraz from the new GI (appellation) of Geopgraphe in Western Australia offers pepper, root-beer, even candy-bar aromas. Medium-weight, it has nice palate texture and good acidity to support the black fruit, caramel and pepper. Powdery tannins, pepper and oak flavors close it nicely. Drink now through 2007. It may open to show more fruit in a year or two.",,30,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Killerby 1999 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/killerby-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,1999,Killerby
13.5,Red,US,"Quite bright on the palate, with tangy lemon and mineral notes at the fore. This is a bracing Chardonnay, very lean and refreshing, with lime and herb flavors on the clean finish.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Keenan
13.8,Red,US,"Very nutty on the nose, with chocolate and carob notes reminiscent of trail mix. Medium- to full-bodied blackberry fruit lies at the core, but the focus is elsewhere: leather, cocoa, dried spices, coffee and peanut were among the descriptors tossed around by our panel.",,29,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kahn 1999 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahn-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Kahn
13.5,Red,Australia,"The nose on the Tapestry is a little subdued—but that's a good thing, if brett, garlic and meaty gravy aren't what you're looking for in a Shiraz. Medium-weight and a little chewy in the mouth, the palate offers lots of blackberry plus earth, leather and horsey flavors. Finishes medium-long with grape and oak flavors.",Bin 338,25,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tapestry 1999 Bin 338 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapestry-1999-bin-338-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Tapestry
,White,Italy,"Vermentino is a grape most associated with the island of Sardinia, but it has been cultivated along the Tuscan coast for some time, and recently more examples have been reaching our shores. This rendition is crisp and dry, with an attractive dried-herb and mineral profile and a lingering finish. Light, yet very flavorful. Serve this as an aperitif, or with hors d'oeuvres or salads.",,8,87,Tuscany,Maremma,,Soldimela 2000 Vermentino (Maremma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soldimela-2000-italian-white-vermentino-maremma/,Vermentino,2000,Soldimela
14.1,Red,US,"Dark from beginning to end, from aromas of espresso and bitter chocolate to a finish of black pepper and earth. In between there's roasted plummy fruit tinged with leafy tobacco and herb notes.",Terra Alta Vineyard,29,87,California,California Other,California,Delectus 1999 Terra Alta Vineyard Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delectus-1999-terra-alta-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Delectus
14.5,Red,Australia,"An inky, dark candidate with blackberry and black pepper from stem to stern. Licorice, black (of course)accents and lots of toasty oak abound through the tangy finish. Has good depth, tart sweet fruit and tangy acidity, but is a bit hard...will it blossom? Needs time, and may open, but the dark wrap is tight now.",The Dead Arm,60,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 1998 The Dead Arm Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-1998-dead-arm-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,D'Arenberg
,Red,Spain,"Aromas of raw steak, black cherries and dark chocolate set this jóven apart from the bulk of the carbonic crowd. Instead, it's a big, juicy wine that might be accused of being an overly forward fruit bomb but for its fine structure and rich finish, which folds in hints of smoked meat.",Jóven Roble,11,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Protos 2000 Jóven Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/protos-2000-joven-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Protos
,White,US,"Here's a chewy wine that combines lush, exotic aromas and flavors with very dry fruit and a graceful elegance. The aroma suggests wild thyme and honey, grapefruit juice and smoky spices. It drinks rather like a Sauvignon Blanc, with tight, lemony flavors and crispness.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston of Dry Creek 2000 Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-dry-creek-2000-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,2000,Preston of Dry Creek
,White,US,"Pepper, peppermint, wintergreen, menthol and spearmint highlight this young, herbaceous, but charming wine. The aggressive grassiness is nicely countered by a rich, creamy texture, although of course it's bone dry. There's a long, peppery, citrusy aftertaste.",Hartsock Estate Reserve,16,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston of Dry Creek 2000 Hartsock Estate Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-dry-creek-2000-hartsock-estate-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Preston of Dry Creek
14.5,Red,US,"One reviewer called this Syrah's bright berry, leather and milk chocolate aromas “Zin-like”—imagine how pleased he was with himself to find that this Syrah is made by a winery famous for its Zinfandels. A creamy mouthfeel full of cherry, blueberry, licorice and oak—plus a juicy, medium-long finish—make this a good choice for near-term enjoyment.",,27,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 1999 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1999,Pezzi King
12.5,Red,France,"Though there's no denying that Perrin's bouquet is full of dark berries, cherry and plum, tasters also detected a fresh, grassy-peach note. The palate is less sunny, and fraught with tart red fruit and tangy oak. It's a little hard now, and will probably improve after a year or two in the cellar; we still wish that it had a little more complexity. Finishes dry, with toast and crisp tannins.",,24,87,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Perrin & Fils 1999  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Perrin & Fils
,Red,Australia,"The palate shows cocoa, red berries, black cherries and eucalyptus flavors; the finish is medium-length, with green pepper and earth flavors. Is all this, plus a bouquet of deep black fruit, dark soil and brined meat, a recipe for success? Almost. Though reviewers praised this Shiraz for being well made with a smooth mouthfeel, we couldn't get past the idea that there is something a little unfulfilling about it, or something that the winemakers might have done differently.",Moritz,49,87,South Australia,Clarendon,,Clarendon Hills 1999 Moritz Shiraz (Clarendon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clarendon-hills-1999-moritz-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clarendon/,Shiraz,1999,Clarendon Hills
,White,US,"An affordable wine from this Napa veteran, it's made in a tight Chablis style, with mineral, lime peel and smoke aromas, and a rich fruitiness on the palate. Pretty oak notes add vanilla and sweetness.",Estates,10,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Raymond 1999 Estates Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1999-estates-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Raymond
13.5,Red,US,"A complex, inviting bouquet of black cherry, cocoa, herb, toast and tobacco sets up this medium-bodied wine. The palate doesn't follow through fully on that promise—its flavors lighten up rather than build in intensity, while maintaining the same basic profile. Finishes juicy and spicy with lots of oaky notes. The nose is great, the wine very good.",Reserve,47,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1995 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1995-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1995,Rutherford Hill
,White,US,"There's not much oak in this very fruity, crisp wine, with fig, citrus flavors veering into tropical fruits, and a cinnamon and chocolate finish. The texture is lush, supple and creamy.",Estate Bottled,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonegate 2000 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-2000-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Stonegate
13.5,White,US,"Here's a spicy, fragrant wine that's bursting with citrus, peach and hazelnut flavors. There's a beautiful creaminess in the texture, and a honeyed sweetness that makes it almost meringue-like. Yet it's dry enough for chicken, veal salmon.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 2000 Pinot Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-2000-pinot-blanc-sonoma-county/,Pinot Blanc,2000,Valley of the Moon
13,Red,US,"Gallo's ubiquitous Turning Leaf brand occassionally turns up a real winner, as this plummy, fragrant Pinot Noir shows.  Though not for purists, qho will be put off by its careless use of the term ""Reserve"" and the inclusion of Sangiovese (9%), Barbera (4%) Mourvedre (2%) and ""Other"" (2%) in the blend, it is a softly delicious wine that adds some sweet chocolate to its classic sassafrass and beetroot flavors.",Coastal Reserve,,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Turning Leaf 1999 Coastal Reserve Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-1999-coastal-reserve-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Turning Leaf
13.8,Red,US,"Jammy berry plus black-pepper and vanilla cake-batter aromas set you up for an overly sweet treat, but that's not what you get on the palate. Instead, heavy cedar, licorice and smoke envelope blackberry fruit flavors. Mouthfeel is medium-full, though lean enough to make some reviewers wish that it had more dimension.",,28,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kestrel 1999 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kestrel-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,Kestrel
,Red,Spain,"This safe middle-of-the-road Ribera makes a good introduction to the region. The cedar and black cherry aromas and flavors are well integrated, blending in vanilla and toast on the finish. There are enough tannins to provide some structure, but there's no reason not to drink this wine tonight.",Crianza,13,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Viña Mayor
13.9,Red,US,"Jammy berries—sweet and sour—and smoky oak open this even, smooth and well-structured wine. Shows nice weight without being heavy. Has good length and moderate tannins on the close, along with a reprise of jammy fruit and smoke.",Tepusquet Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Tepusquet Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-tepusquet-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,1999,Cambria
13,White,US,"Concentrated and intense, it's marked by stylish tropical fruit flavors and quite a dose of smoky oak. There's a mineral streak right down the middle that gives it a steely spine, and refreshing acidity adds to the structural integrity.",French Camp Vineyard,13,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Buffalo Ridge 1999 French Camp Vineyard Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-ridge-1999-french-camp-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Buffalo Ridge
13.9,Red,US,"Starts with the prettiest black-cherry and smoke aromas, mingled with vanilla and spice notes, like a warm fruit tart. Long, sweetly fruity flavors of black cherries and spices are wrapped in soft tannins and adequate acidity. Not complex, but delicious, nevertheless.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 1999 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1999-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1999,Atlas Peak
,Red,Spain,"Wispy tendrils of smoky, toasty, vanilla oak are wrapped firmly around delicate cherries and strawberries and never let go, becoming slightly tougher on the finish. Drink now.",Reserva Especial,65,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Bodegas Fuentespina 1996 Reserva Especial  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-fuentespina-1996-reserva-especial-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1996,Bodegas Fuentespina
,White,US,"Containing 25% Sémillon, this richly fragrant wine is a big drink. The citrus, melon and spice flavors pack a whallop, while the dry acidity will complement a variety of foods. The finish makes your taste buds sing.",,9,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 2000 Fumé Blanc (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Amador Foothill Winery
13.2,Red,US,"Another of our split decisions--tasters couldn't agree on this one. To some it was solid and complex with dark cherry and saddle-leather aromas and flavors, a metallic herb-accented long finish and good grip. Others found it too tart and dry, even thin. Still others found it complex and textured, with game, smoke and chocolate, yet overly woody. You'd best try this yourself.",Old Yokayo Rancho Vineyard,40,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 1997 Old Yokayo Rancho Vineyard Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1997-old-yokayo-rancho-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1997,Fife
13.4,Red,US,"Opens with aromas of red cherry, honey, tobacco, mushroom, vanilla and spice, and turns very dry in the mouth, with soft tannins framing fairly ripe cherry and raspberry fruit. There's a sappy, nectary quality to the finish that carries these ripe berry flavors forward.",Peter Mondavi Family,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1998 Peter Mondavi Family Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1998-peter-mondavi-family-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Charles Krug
,Red,Spain,"Here's a solid—if somewhat generic—red with a touch of vanilla oak. Red raspberries, earth and black tea shadings make for a satisfying drink. Don't be scared away by the ""oak selection"" monikeróthis blend of 90% Tempranilllo and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon spends only four months in wood.",Oak Selection,9,87,Northern Spain,Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León,,Yllera 1999 Oak Selection Tempranillo (Vino de Mesa de Castilla y León),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yllera-1999-oak-selection-tempranillo-vino-mesa-castilla-leon/,Tempranillo,1999,Yllera
,Red,US,"Berry and smoke aromas veering toward cassis and earth lead to a clean, well-balanced, dry wine of considerable character and finesse. Very dry, with a good depth of flavor and gutsy tannins to cut through food.",Five Rivers Ranch,13,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Fetzer 1999 Five Rivers Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-five-rivers-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Fetzer
,White,US,"From 100% Lodi grapes, a fresh, fruity, lively wine with tropical fruit and spice aromas. The flavors are very rich and ripe, suggesting pineapple, guava, cinnamon and nutmeg. Despite the intense fruitiness, it's dry and balanced.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Quinta da Sonora 2000 Verdelho (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-sonora-2000-spanish-white-verdelho-other/,Verdelho,2000,Quinta da Sonora
,Red,Spain,"The sweet toast and firm structure can't hide fruit that seems a little less than fully ripe. Does have attractive smoke and spice elements, but also green tannins.",Reserva,45,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pedrosa 1997 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedrosa-1997-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1997,Pedrosa
13.9,Red,Australia,"Most reviewers found this Shiraz a little run-of-the-mill, with oak and blackberry flavors in control from start to finish. Its proponents, though, found a lot to like about its coffee, leather and meaty aromas, and its long, black-tea finish.",Basket Pressed,30,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 1999 Basket Pressed Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-1999-basket-pressed-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Chateau Reynella
13.5,Red,US,"Blackberry, maple, and well-worn-baseball-glove aromas open this smooth, medium-weight wine. Plum, earth, and leather flavors dominate the palate and the medium-short finish.",,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Belvedere 1998 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1998,Belvedere
,Red,Italy,"Full, tart black-cherry fruit and an appealing earthiness give character to this modestly priced red from Tuscany's western coastal region. Sangiovese Grosso (as in Brunello) fruit expressed in limestone soil make this notable value a flavor-packed mouthful. Medium-weight and dry, the wine closes moderately long with fine tannins.",,8,87,Tuscany,Monteregio di Massa Marittima,,Soldimela 1999  Monteregio di Massa Marittima,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soldimela-1999-sangiovese-grosso-monteregio-massa-marittima/,Sangiovese Grosso,1999,Soldimela
,Red,US,"Cherry and spice, plum and anise notes sit well in this plush-textured wine. Soft and sensual, it finishes moderately long with hints of herbs.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 1999 Pinot Noir (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Noir,1999,San Simeon
13,Red,South Africa,"The earthy, stably aromas that are so characteristic of South African Shiraz also leave their marks on this one. The bouquet is mostly leather and “tree-leafy;” tobacco and tree bark overlay tart red berries in the mouth. A medium-length finish offers sour leather and black- tea notes. Unusual and not for everyone, but worth exploring.",,22,87,Stellenbosch,,,Rust en Vrede 1998 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rust-en-vrede-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1998,Rust en Vrede
13.5,Red,US,"This debuts very tight but opens with airing, showing cherry-pepper and in the manner of some Pinots, plus some root-vegetable notes. The mouthfeel is chewy, with plum and beet flavors and a caramel note. Finishes tart, with toasty oak and slight mineral flavors.",Edna Ranch,28,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 1999 Edna Ranch Syrah (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-1999-edna-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-edna-valley/,Syrah,1999,Tolosa
13.8,White,US,"Toasty oak and cinnamon aromas team up with lovely pear, apple, citrus and spice flavors. Fleshy-textured, with a moderate finish.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,La Crema
13,Rose,US,"A blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, and very pale, with the faint pink color of onionskin, it has delicate aromas of strawberry, rose petal, and vanilla. Packs quite a punch in the mouth, with upfront flavors and a soft, semi-dry creaminess. This is a highly enjoyable and very versatile wine.",,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 2000 Rosé (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-2000-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Rosé,2000,Handley
,Rose,US,"Bright raspberry flavors lead the way here in this tangy, crisp rosé. It finishes moderately with a citrus-like flair and serves up enough intensity to pair well with an array of dishes from lobster to pasta to burgers on the grill.",Rosato,13,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Miner 2000 Rosato Rosé (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-2000-rosato-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rosé,2000,Miner
,White,US,"Starts off with pretty litchi, plum, citrus and melon notes and sports good body and acidity with a well-rounded mouthfeel. Has loads of minerals on the finish.",,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Lazy Creek 1999 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lazy-creek-1999-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Lazy Creek
,White,Italy,"Umbrian Pinot Grigio may not be as well known as the crisp, elegant (and pricey) wines from veneto, but for six bucks you get a plump, round, fruity dleight, with true varietal character.  Its fresh, sweet pears, weightier and less steely thatn the versions from norther Italy, end in a clean, full finish.",,6,87,Central Italy,Umbria,,Stella 2000 Pinot Grigio (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-umbria/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Stella
14,Red,US,"Black plums, vanilla oak and enough hickory smoke flavors to make a barbecue chef proud. The finish is long and supple, echoing with sweet smoke flavors.",,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1999 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,1999,Renwood
13.5,White,US,"Hints of lemon lime and gooseberries permeate this medium-bodied, refreshing wine. It's clean and crisp on the finish, closing with a citrus-like edge.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1999-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Simi
13,Red,US,"Opens with an interesting bouquet that combines dark fruit, leather, meat and ultra-toast aromas with herb and floral notes. Medium- weight and structured, it offers dark cherry with green herbal shadings and a chewy but not hard mouthfeel. The espresso and pepper finish displays a nice back-bouquet.",,23,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1999,Kunde
13.8,Red,US,"Softly fruity, with pleasant aromas of blackberries spiced up with a touch of smoky oak. In the mouth, the tannins are fine and melted, the acidity a bit low, creating an easy-drinking wine with plenty of upfront berry flavors.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kunde
13.5,Red,US,"In California, Italy's workhorse red produces a juicy, richly fruity, dry red wine, with some of the highest acids you'll find in the state. Soft tannins are fine, but that crisp tartness demands olive oil, prosciutto or pizza. Hold the anchovies.",,12,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1998 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1998-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,1998,Montevina
13,Red,Spain,"Ribera Tropic? Sure seems like it, with coconut, tropical fruit, orange peel and citrus all playing roles in this wine's makeup. There's also vanilla and red plum, and fine wood tannins on the finish.",Reserva,42,87,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Ibernoble 1995 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ibernoble-1995-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1995,Ibernoble
,Red,US,"It's hard to find good Pinot at this price, but here's one. Shows real character in its raspberry, cherry, tomato, mushroom and smoke aromas and flavors. Silky smooth tannins frame the delicate fruit, and it finishes dry. There's some real elegance and harmony here.",Five Rivers Ranch,13,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Fetzer 2000 Five Rivers Ranch Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-five-rivers-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Fetzer
13.8,White,US,"Pretty peach, melon, fig and citrus flavors are framed in distinct herb and earth tones here. The wine is quite assertive, with plenty of grassy character. It's a style that may not be for everyone, but is nonetheless appealing in its genre.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 2000 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Ferrari-Carano
13,Red,France,"Earth, barbecued meat and fresh green clover aromas and flavors characterize this medium-weight, brisk Hermitage. Finish is angular and tannic, with black-pepper, smoked meat and cocoa flavors.",Marquise de la Tourette,58,87,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Delas Frères 1997 Marquise de la Tourette  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1997-marquise-tourette-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,1997,Delas Frères
13.3,White,US,"Much like a good Sauvignon Blanc with fresh apple and citrus flavors and tart dryness, it has a rich, complex sappiness that places it head and shoulders above most Chenins. Classy and fun; try it with grilled veggies.",Pinnacles,13,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Daniel Gehrs 2000 Pinnacles Chenin Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-2000-pinnacles-chenin-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Daniel Gehrs
14.4,White,US,"Ripe, polished and pretty, this charming wine has full-throttle apple and pear flavors and tasty spice. It's refreshingly crisp and well-structured, with a long, rich finish. Mainly Lodi grapes, from Cosentino.",,14,87,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 2000 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-2000-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,2000,Crystal Valley Cellars
13.5,Red,US,"If, to quote The Smiths, black is what you wear on the outside because black is how you feel on the inside, this wine's for you. Woodsy mushroom-and-earth and roasted fruit aromas segue into a palate rife with equally brooding coffee, leather, pepper and black fruit flavors (and firm tannins to boot). Winds up with dry-toast flavors.",Grand Reserve,21,88,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1998 Grand Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1998-grand-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Villa Mt. Eden
13,Red,Spain,"The rustic, expressive aromas of raw meat and sun-warmed black cherries are a treat—then they're followed up by dark, powerful flavors of earth and tobacco. Like many wines from this vintage, it needs a few years of aging to round out the currently rough finish.",Crianza,18,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Valdubón
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells pretty—elegant dried- spice aromas mingle with cedar, plum and anise. Turns darker and earthier in the mouth, slowly revealing flavors of blackberry, earth and coffee. A hint of citrus marks the warm finish.",Reserve,37,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tyrrell's 1999 Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Tyrrell's
13.2,White,US,"Much smokier than the regular Chardonnay, this is a more reserved, smoothly textured style. Pear, apple and lemon flavors mingle with toasty oak in a package that shows a good deal of finesse. It should last longer than the regular 1998 bottling, but is decidedly different, though not necessarily better.",Reserve,28,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Rutherford Hill 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1997-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Rutherford Hill
13.5,White,US,"Creamy toast and vanilla aromas come to the fore in this elegant Chardonnay. Well balanced, with medium body, it offers moderate acidity and pretty pear, apple and citrus notes. A fine-tuned example of style and value.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Murphy-Goode
13.8,Red,US,"Faint grape and toast and a barnyardy, brett note show on the nose. In the mouth, it's full-bodied and chewy with brisk acidity, showing blackberry, smoked-meat and coffee flavors. Still a little rough on the back end, with tannins to lose—best held 3–4 years. Shows promise, though the nose was rather mute.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1999 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,1999,Paraiso Vineyards
13.5,Red,US,"This red wine is an unusual blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Mourvedre. Not surprisingly, there's no varietal identification here. It opens with indeterminate aromas of berries and oak, and turns richly berryish and spicy in the mouth. It's dry, with velvety tannins.",Il Chiaretto,20,88,California,Napa,Yountville,M. Cosentino 1999 Il Chiaretto Red (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-il-chiaretto-red-napa-yountville/,Red Blend,1999,M. Cosentino
15.5,Red,US,"Big, bold and briary, with scads of wild-berry aromas and spices, this wine drinks fruity and soft and very dry, despite its intense, jammy fruit. Ultracrisp acidity makes it lively. Defines Foothills Zin at its countrified best.",,12,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1999 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Montevina
13.5,White,US,"Sweet fig and melon notes are highlighted here, balanced by tangy citrus and spice. Long and lush, the wine remains refreshing and clean on its classy finish.",,17,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Merryvale
,White,US,"Opens with explosive Gewürz aromas of mingled spices, wildflowers, citrus (especially tangerine rind), and vanilla. The flavors are strong and pronounced, suggesting peaches, sweet lemon, gingery spices and grapefruit. A modest touch of sweetness makes it round and soft.",,8,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Firestone 2000 Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-2000-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Firestone
13,White,US,"Bright and fruity, with snappy citrus and passionfruit flavors. Zingy on the finish with a refreshing, lemony edge. Terrific for summer sipping.",,9,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Geyser Peak
14.8,Red,South Africa,"Some reviewers liked it much more than this final score indicates, and some liked it much less (this 88-point average really is just that--the average of vastly differing scores). To some, the nose was mute; others found roasted blackberries, vanilla and graham cracker aromas that they liked quite a bit. Though all reviewers recognized the wine's blackberry, white-peppercorn and anise flavors, they differed on whether the palate also showed milk chocolate, coffee or cream cheese highlights. Finishes long and firm, with tannins and a slight metallic bite. One to evaluate with friends.",Cyril Back,24,88,South Africa,,,Fairview 1999 Cyril Back Shiraz (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-1999-cyril-back-shiraz-syrah-shiraz/,Shiraz,1999,Fairview
14.2,Red,US,"This medium-weight blend of blackberry, leather and dried spices comes from a California region that doesn't even have an AVA of its own yet. Exotic spice notes hint at Indian or Persian cuisine, with cocoa playing a role, too. Chewy texture, and has some tannins to lose. Try in 2003.",,21,88,California,California Other,California,Capay Valley 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capay-valley-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Capay Valley
,White,US,"Oregon used to produce a lot of delicious, dry, inexpensive Gewurtztraminer, but there are only a handful left, and this is always one of the best.  Bone dry and intense with spicy, not floral, scents and flavors.  It has fine tannin structure, substantial (13.5%) alcohol, and a good balance of fruit and acid.",,12,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Amity 1999 Gewürztraminer (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1999-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Amity
13.8,Red,US,"This wine is creamy and concentrated. Milk chocolate, briary berries and vanilla flavors join leather, stable and citrus notes on the palate. Finishes lush and creamy, with extremely supple tannins. Drink now.",Canterbury Vineyard,28,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Bell 1999 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1999-canterbury-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,1999,Bell
,White,France,"Thias premier cru has deep hay and mineral aromas and flavors with a touch of caramel cream.  The mouthfeel is soft, and lower in acidity than anticipated; the wine seems too mature for a 1999.  Flavorful, if already lomg in the tooth for its relatively youthful age.  Drink now.",Vaillon Premier Cru,30,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,J. Moreau & Fils 1999 Vaillon Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-moreau-fils-1999-vaillon-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,J. Moreau & Fils
,White,US,"Here's a lovely white wine that emphasizes Sauvignon Blanc's tart, lemony fruit and crisp structure, and Viognier's floral, honeyed notes. Rich and complex, with waves of bright berry fruit and spice and a long, delightful finish.",T Bar T Cuvée R,17,88,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Iron Horse 2000 T Bar T Cuvée R White (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-2000-t-bar-t-cuvee-r-white-sonoma-alexander-valley/,White Blend,2000,Iron Horse
13.9,Red,US,"Floral and peppery, with a strong herbaceous note similar to some Crozes-Hermitages, combined with red-berry fruit and notes of saddle leather. The thick mouthfeel verges on syrupy, carrying the sweet flavors through a bitter-espresso finish.",Ventana Vineyards,30,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,JC Cellars 1999 Ventana Vineyards Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jc-cellars-1999-ventana-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1999,JC Cellars
,White,US,"Fragrant and fruity, with hints of peaches and melon. Floral qualities round things out. On the finish, it packs a bright, refreshing, citrus note. Fun to drink.",,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Placer County,Lambert Bridge 2000 Viognier (Placer County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-2000-viognier-sierra-foothills-placer-county/,Viognier,2000,Lambert Bridge
14.3,White,US,"A first-ever wine from this winery, and a deliciously drinkable one that's filled with a complex range of fruit, such as peaches, pears, apples, lemons and melon. In the mouth, it's a tad sweet, but firm acidity gives it a crisp steeliness.",Ferrington Vineyard,14,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1999 Ferrington Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1999-ferrington-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Handley
,Red,US,"Opens with complex, inviting aromas of blackberry jam, sweet oak, smoke, vanilla and mint. In the mouth, it's pretty austere now, with tart acidity and rich tannins masking underlying plum and blackberry flavors. This is a young, big wine with aging potential, but balanced enough for early drinking.",,12,88,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Woodbridge 1997 Barbera (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1997-barbera-central-valley-lodi/,Barbera,1997,Woodbridge
13,Red,France,"Tart fruit, pine, rose, tar and nuts are among the descriptors used for this lean, taut wine's complex bouquet. A chalky element and cedar notes surround the blueberry fruit core, and it finishes with prickly tannins, leather and pepper. Drink 2003-2008.",Tête de Cuvée,21,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Bernard Chave 1999 Tête de Cuvée  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernard-chave-1999-tete-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Bernard Chave
13.6,White,US,"Much oak here, well-charred and smoky, with pungent vanilla notes that ride high over superripe tropical fruit flavors. If you like these big, rich, extracted, buttery, spicy Chards, with their long, sweet finishes, this one is right up your alley.",Reserve-Bien Nacido Vnyd.,20,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Buffalo Ridge 1999 Reserve-Bien Nacido Vnyd. Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-ridge-1999-reserve-bien-nacido-vnyd-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Buffalo Ridge
,Red,Italy,"Well-utilized oak offsets deep, sweet black-cherry fruit in this Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvignon blend.  The cabernet plays a supporting role as a relatively minor component (about 10%) but adds just enough weight and density to differentiate the wine from the other offerings.  The wine shows bright acidity and finishes long, with substantial but even tannins.",Rosso,16,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Patriarca di Piccini 1998 Rosso Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patriarca-piccini-1998-rosso-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Patriarca di Piccini
,Red,Spain,"In a vintage that favored structure over opulence, Pedrosa's crianza spent 18 months in barrel, softening some of the roughness. It ends up smelling quite oaky, with toast, vanilla and sweet cinnamon-sugar elements over black-cherry and blackberry fruit. The tannins are plentiful and the acids firm, making this another '98 that could use more aging.",Crianza,28,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pedrosa 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedrosa-1998-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Pedrosa
14,Red,Australia,"Strong cracked-black-pepper notes on the nose challenge red-berry and cinnamon aromas underneath. Cherry, sour herb and even more black-pepper flavors fill out this full but well-structured wine. Peppery finish.",Mount Barker,28,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 1998 Mount Barker Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-1998-mount-barker-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,1998,Plantagenet
,Red,Spain,"Displays smoky, grilled-meat aromas, along with vanilla and cedar. More meatiness shows up on the palate, joined by black cherries. Finishes soft and delicate; ready to drink now.",Crianza,25,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 1996 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-1996-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1996,Pago de los Capellanes
,Red,Spain,"This jóven sees only stainless steel prior to bottling, so you can taste all the juicy Tempranillo fruit without any of the cluttering oak. Complex, briary spice notes on the finish accent the bright cherry and red berry flavors. It's full without being jammy or heavy, so you can pair it with burgers or sip it on its own.",Jóven,11,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arroyo 2000 Jóven  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arroyo-2000-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,2000,Arroyo
,Red,Australia,"A promising sweet cherry, vanillin oak and spice nose opens to a very black, very smooth palate. The forward fruit and vanilla of the front end is overtaken by loads of dark oak, rendering it a bit more monolithic than expectied, but still pleasurable. Finishes tart-sweet, with modest length.",,54,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Armstrong 1999 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armstrong-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1999,Armstrong
,Red,US,"Some reviewers say this Syrah is ""ripe"" and ""plush""; others call it ""a fruit bomb."" Whatever panelists' varying views about its balance, we all agree that it's pleasing and easy to drink. Juicy blueberry and blackberry flavors wear only a light dusting of black pepper and minerals; pie dough-meets-oak aromas dominate the bouquet. Finishes with even tannins, red-berry fruit and anise. Drink now through 2003.",Tain't Hermitage,36,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,2820 Wine Co. 1999 Tain't Hermitage Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/2820-wine-co-1999-taint-hermitage-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1999,2820 Wine Co.
15,Red,US,"Deep sweet-tart fruit, smoke and spices enliven the nose of this bright, mid-weight Sierra Foothills wine. Cedar accents the cherry fruit, and the chewy mouthfeel has good texture. Woody tannins come on a bit strong on the finish. Best cellared for a couple of years, this is a good case for the future of Syrah in them thar' hills.",Lani's Vineyard,26,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1999 Lani's Vineyard Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1999-lanis-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,1999,Folie à Deux
,White,US,"Bright and refreshing, this Russian River Valley wine is redolent of passion fruit, citrus and melon. A vivacious example of the varietal, it is light and crisp to the end.",Slusser Road Vineyard,16,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 2000 Slusser Road Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-2000-slusser-road-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Hanna
,White,France,"The nose offers subtle pear and peach aromas with hints of anise, but the wine turns bolder on the palate, where sweet fruit is balanced against spiciness. The elegant finish displays handsome fruit.",Tradition,24,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1998 Tradition Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1998-tradition-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1998,Hugel
13,Red,Australia,"Even and tangy, the quite dry, tart fruit sports white-pepper and tarragon accents in noted Rhône winemaker Michel Chapoutier's Australian project. Crisp and high in acidity, this is slightly atypical but attractive Shiraz from down under, with a lighter, almost claret-like weight and sour-cherry, tobacco-tinged finish.",Mount Benson,30,88,Australia Other,Australia,,M. Chapoutier Australia 1999 Mount Benson Shiraz (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-australia-1999-mount-benson-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,M. Chapoutier Australia
,White,US,"Bright, textured and crisp, with zingy lemon flavors and a flinty mineral edge. A classy, refreshing white wine that is long and clean on the finish.",Laird Family Vineyard,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Long Vineyards 2000 Laird Family Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-vineyards-2000-laird-family-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Long Vineyards
,White,US,"From an increasingly popular varietal, this bottling brims with figgy, lemony, spicy scents. The flavors are bold and electric, with stinging white peach and citrus notes highlighted by high acidity that jolts the palate. It's very dry, and the finish is clean and spicy. Enjoy this with a wide range of foods, or by itself.",,14,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seghesio 2000 Pinot Grigio (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Seghesio
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Malbec, a Bordeaux grape often used in blending, makes its mark in the Argentina's Mendoza region, where it yields sturdy, flavorful reds characterized by inky color and chewy texture.  The black cherry fruit has an appealing coffee-chocolate overlay and dense mouthfeel.  Tangy, peppery tannins and an earthy note on the back end show a more rustic side of the personality of this great grilled-meat companion.",,10,88,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Don Miguel Gascón 2000 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/don-miguel-gascon-2000-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,2000,Don Miguel Gascón
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smoke, funk and game aromas, plus a sprinkling of cracked black pepper, give this wine's bouquet an interesting twist. But opinions on this wine were divided; while some tasters praised its unique and structured style, others criticized it for being tart and lacking fruit.",Ledge,36,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Chain of Ponds 1998 Ledge Shiraz (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chain-ponds-1998-ledge-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-adelaide-hills/,Shiraz,1998,Chain of Ponds
12.5,Red,Italy,,Colvecchio Single Vyd,35,88,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 1997 Colvecchio Single Vyd Syrah (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1997-colvecchio-single-vyd-shiraz-syrah-syrah-santantimo/,Syrah,1997,Castello Banfi
14,Red,US,"Here's another best-try-it-yourself Syrah—each reviewer identified different flavors and aromas in this wine. Aromas ran the gamut from bubble gum and espresso to cedar, licorice and banana; earth, cherry and herbs were named as dominant flavors. All agree, though, that there's a lot going on in the Frick, and that it needs a few years to whip its split personality into shape.",,21,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 1998 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1998,Frick
,Red,Italy,"This spicy mainstream Chianti pours on the cherry fruit and plenty of tangy accents. Made from 100% Sangiovese, it eschews the blending of French grapes made legal in the 1990s. Medium-to-full-bodied, it has fine fruit to acid balance and a dry, even finish. It will pair well with grilled foods or tomato sauces.",,15,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Valiano 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-valiano-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Castello di Valiano
,White,US,"Rich and supple, this wine is a junior version of the winery's Bien Nacido bottling. Citrus and peach fruit gain complexity from sweet oak and vanilla and lees-aging adds aromatic and textural notes.",Grand Reserve,17,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-grand-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
13.8,Red,US,"A hint of shoe polish on the nose gives way to aromas of toast and blackberries. Flavors are full and soft, big and black: toast, blackberry, plum and earth, kissed with chocolate and coffee, on the finish.",Estate Vineyard,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Rusack 1999 Estate Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-1999-estate-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Rusack
,White,US,"This is the last vintage that Waterbrook will bottle a Sauvignon Blanc, becasue the fruit from this Washington vineyard is in such demand that a budget-priced bottling is no longer possible.  So grab this fresh, succulentvivid and bracing wine by the case and enjoy each every sip.  you may not see its like for another millenium.",Klipsun Vineyard,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Waterbrook 2000 Klipsun Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-2000-klipsun-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Waterbrook
,Red,Spain,"Firmly structured, this wine needs another two years to round into form. Right now, it still shows a youthful stink that quickly blows off to reveal a blend of red and black cherries allied to sturdy iron and earth elements. Firm tannins on the finish accentuate the need for aging.",Crianza,28,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-1998-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1998,Val Sotillo
14.5,White,Australia,"The family-owned Yalumba winery has made something of a speciality of its Australian Viognier, including one of the top wines in its range, the Virgilius.  This wine, more modestly priced, has ripe peachy fruit, almost tropical, with a finely judged toasty element, leaving a fresh, creamy green taste in the mouth.",,17,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 2000 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-2000-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,2000,Yalumba
13.9,White,US,"Bright and vivacious in the nose, with gobs of upfront fruit on the palate. Passion-fruit, lemon, lime and other racy citrus flavors leave a sleek and clean trail on the finish, which is marked by distinct hay and herb notes.",,18,88,California,Napa,Yountville,Napa Wine Co. 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-wine-co-2000-sauvignon-blanc-napa-yountville/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Napa Wine Co.
14.5,White,US,"A subtle blend of melon, mineral, herb and citrus flavors, all couched in a classy, firm yet silky texture. Not opulent, but rather a refined version of this Sauvignon Blanc.",Reserve Fumé,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1999 Reserve Fumé Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1999-reserve-fume-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Murphy-Goode
13.8,Red,Australia,"Some reviewers thought this wine's medium-full mouthfeel “tangy;” others called it “brisk acidity.” In any case, the wine's aromas and flavors are dark, dark, dark: Look forward to leather, earth and an almost matchstick note on the nose, and black fruit, bitter chocolate and “old baseball glove” in the mouth. Finishes with tobacco, leather and juicy berry fruit.",Classic Clare,35,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1998 Classic Clare Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1998-classic-clare-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Leasingham
13,Red,US,"Earthy plum, mushroom and cola notes accent the nose, which features strong scents of wet tree bark. Impressively deep and rich on the palate, dominated by damp earth, but highlighted by a bright beam of acidity and firm tannins on the finish. Better in 2003.",Nysa Vineyard,49,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1999 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1999-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Panther Creek
13,Red,US,"A tart-sweet fruit, smoke and dried spice bouquet opens this French-inspired Californian. Herb and bramble notes accent roasted red-berry flavors, as does an appealing, Rhônish smoked meatiness. An espresso-and- spice-rub finish with slight herb-metallic notes reinforces this Monterey offering's Gallic profile. Very drinkable, it should be even better in two years.",Grand Reserve,35,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Baywood 1999 Grand Reserve Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baywood-1999-grand-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1999,Baywood
13.8,White,US,"Begins with classic, bright aromas of green apples, ripe peaches and sweet oak, including buttery-vanilla overtones. The upfront, fruity flavors are wrapped in a creamy, supple texture. The dry finish suggests peaches and cream, dusted with crushed spices.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 1999 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Alderbrook
13.5,Red,US,"There's lots of deep blueberry and sour red-berry fruit on the Babcock's nose, which is offset by saddle-leather and wet wool notes. In the mouth, earth and tobacco flavors vie with oak; plenty of tannins give it nice structure and an almost chewy mouthfeel. Finishes with tangy acid, and black pepper and mineral flavors.",Black Label Cuvée,50,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1999 Black Label Cuvée Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1999-black-label-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Babcock
,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz is medium-weight but feels lean and dry, due in large part to the toasty oak, smoke and mineral flavors that have this wine under their spell. Add to the cauldron cherry and blackberry notes on the nose and in the mouth, and a long finish, and you have the makings of a fine wine. It may be even better after five or six years in the dungeon--ahem, we mean cellar.",Graveyard Vineyard,69,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Brokenwood 1999 Graveyard Vineyard Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brokenwood-1999-graveyard-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Brokenwood
13,White,US,"Canyon Road is the second label for Geyser Peak, but that's all that's second about it.  The product of no malolactic fermentation and no oak, the wine's deep scents of citrus, melon and passion fruit jump from the glass.  Crisp acids provide a lively palate feel and extend the long finish, which duplicates the initial flavors.",,8,88,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-2000-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Canyon Road
,White,Australia,"Restrained tropical fruit and mild coconut accents open this stylish white. The taut, bright fruit emerges on the palate, where tangy acidity keeps things very lively. No butterball, it finishes crisp and zingy, with a mineral accent to the tart-sweet pineapple fruit.",,13,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 2000 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-2000-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,2000,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
,Red,Australia,"Deep aromas of berry, earth and licorice open this mature red. Dried cherries, spice and wood emerge on the lean and dry palate. Possesses an almost Spanish personality (dry and woody), finishing with good length.",John Riddoch,,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1988 John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1988-john-riddoch-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1988,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"An easy-to-drink wine (though some reviewers think that it will get more complex in two or three years), the Eppalock Ridge has a full, rich mouthfeel rounded out by blackberry, licorice and briary flavors. Black pepper and tart black fruit at the beginning, and on the finish.",,25,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Eppalock Ridge 2000 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eppalock-ridge-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2000,Eppalock Ridge
,White,US,"Starts with refined aromas of smoke, toast, butter, spice and tropical fruits; also a nearly vegetal herbal overtone. The creamy texture and tropical fruit flavors are framed by heavy oak.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Philippe-Lorraine 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-lorraine-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Philippe-Lorraine
,Rose,US,"Check out the pretty onionskin color of this subtle rosé, a blend of Mourvèdre, Cinsault and Grenache. Starts with delicate but rich aromas of raspberry and smoke, and tastes very dry. There's an austerity to the flavors but also a good degree of complexity in the interplay of dusty tannins, acids and alcohol.",Vin Gris,11,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston of Dry Creek 2000 Vin Gris Rosé (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-dry-creek-2000-vin-gris-rose-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Rosé,2000,Preston of Dry Creek
,Red,Spain,"Smoky, toasty oak dominates the aromas and flavors of this wine and it doesn't appear to have the stuffing to ever absorb all of the wood elements. That said, it is tasty oak.",Crianza,32,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arroyo 1998 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arroyo-1998-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1998,Arroyo
13.5,Red,Argentina,"At first, the oak element is strong, so much so that you smell sawdust. But after it airs out, black fruit takes over. Although it's not made for the cellar, it should evolve over the next year or so based on its healthy tannins and tight structure.",Reserva,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Santa Julia
,Red,Spain,"Tiring, thinning fruit with leather and cedar accents on the nose. Flavors of red earth and molasses, finishing toasty and lean. For fans of mature wines.",Reserva,16,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Viña Mayor 1996 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vina-mayor-1996-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1996,Viña Mayor
14.5,Red,US,"Made from Pinot Meunier, which is widely planted in Champagne, this is a robust, somewhat rustic or country-style wine. This Pinot is full-bodied and packed with red and black wild-berry fruit. It's nicely dry, with soft tannins, and goes down easy.",Pinot Mystére,20,83,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1999 Pinot Mystére Pinot Meunier (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1999-pinot-mystere-other-red-pinot-meunier-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Meunier,1999,Handley
13.5,Red,Argentina,"Strong aromas of black fruit, wet leaves and violets. Very chunky in the mouth, with heavy tannins. Overall, it's slightly awkward. On the plus side, big blackberry fruit adds life to this blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot.",Privada,14,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 1998 Privada Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-1998-privada-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,1998,Bodega Norton
,White,US,"Odd aromas mark this unbalanced wine, as do musty, grapefruit-juice flavors and sour finish. It's just barely drinkable.",Nagasawa Vineyard,16,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1998 Nagasawa Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1998-nagasawa-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Paradise Ridge
,Red,US,"This wine has a promising, deep black cherry color to it, and it's scented with dark, roasted coffee, tobacco and spice. The fruit seems perfectly ripe and balanced, though not jammy or raisiny in any way, and it includes nuances of herb and leaf that add a lot of flavor interest. Classy winemaking, with texture and depth in a drink-now style. 227 cases produced.",Willard Family Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 1998 Willard Family Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1998-willard-family-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Caterina
13.9,Red,US,"Plummy fruit supported by nice acids and a chewy mouthfeel give this Paso Robles offering great appeal. A sweet-and-sour quality marks the fruit, and some intriguing spicy notes add to the package. Nicely structured, it has positive tension but isn't hard, and closes with lots of spice and even, dusty tannins.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Daniel Gehrs 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Daniel Gehrs
12.5,Red,France,"This Crozes is lean and herbal, but is nonetheless compelling. Sweet berry fruit, resin and olive aromas lead into a palate highlighted by minerals, white pepper and dried spices. Mouthfeel is dry but structured; finishes with white pepper and minerals. Editors' Choice",Les Launes,15,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 1998 Les Launes  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1998-launes-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1998,Delas Frères
13,Red,France,"Ripe berry fruit, smoke and cream aromas top off a cherry-and-herb palate. Brisk acidity gives it a tart mouthfeel, and a dry, toasty finish. A blend of 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache.",,19,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Domaine de la Boissiere 1999 Syrah (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-boissiere-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-costieres-nimes/,Syrah,1999,Domaine de la Boissiere
12,Red,Australia,"Jammy but not insubstantial, this straightforward wine delivers ripe juicy berry flavors atop a light but lively mouthfeel. The finish of tangy bright fruit with cocoa shadings is a winner. A quintessential quaff—what easy drinking wine is all about.",,8,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Salisbury 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salisbury-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Salisbury
13,Red,Australia,"An understated, elegant sleeper, with a reserved, sweet black plum nose. The smooth palate shows more fruit with licorice, mild white pepper and mint shadings. This firm wine could use two or three years to open, and while apparently densely-oaked, it shows good fruit-wood integration.",,19,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,St Mary's 1999 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-marys-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1999,St Mary's
13.5,Red,Australia,"The aromas and flavors of leather, baked mixed berries and dried spices like cinnamon, clove and white pepper provide a top-notch introduction to Australian Shiraz while offering enough complexity to assuage even jaded palates. Finishes with dusty cocoa notes that provide backbone.",The Long Flat Vineyard,9,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Tyrrell's 2000 The Long Flat Vineyard Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2000-long-flat-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Tyrrell's
,Red,France,"Portlike, spicy cherry flavors show on the nose and in the mouth--on the palate, though, they mingle with leather, mineral and strong cedar notes. Medium-bodied with racy tannins, the Gevrey Chambertin finishes a little short, with more cherry and spice.",,28,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Labouré-Roi 1998  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1998-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,1998,Labouré-Roi
13.9,Red,US,"Jammy blackberries and blackcurrants on the nose show up again on the palate, where they are spiced up with a bit of black pepper and sour berry fruit. Panelists had mixed feelings about this wine's mouthfeel—some called it thick and syrupy, others thought it smooth and full—but all agreed that it finishes quite tart.",South Ridge,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 1999 South Ridge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-1999-south-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,J. Lohr
13.5,Red,Australia,"The Frankland's outdoorsy, leather-black cherry-eucalyptus amply prepares you for its earthy, medium-weight, tobacco-pepper-black cherry palate. Long finish smolders with smoke and pepper.",Isolation Ridge Vineyard,20,87,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Frankland Estate 1999 Isolation Ridge Vineyard Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frankland-estate-1999-isolation-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,1999,Frankland Estate
12.5,Red,US,"Cedary, with smoke and tobacco aromas mingling delicately with red berries and dried spices. Nutmeg, leather and raspberries are graced with a healthy dollop of vanilla cream that provides a smooth, rich mouthfeel.",Ambassador's Vineyard,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Curtis 1998 Ambassador's Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-1998-ambassadors-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1998,Curtis
13.7,Red,Australia,"Full-flavored and fairly full-bodied, this black and blueberry-fruited wine has chocolate and eucalyptus accents. Smooth and viscous on the palate, it shows a strong vanilla-caramel quality in the mouth, and shows both cool mint and pepper on the back end. Mature, drink now.",,16,87,South Australia,Currency Creek,,Donnelly River 1997 Shiraz (Currency Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/donnelly-river-1997-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-currency-creek/,Shiraz,1997,Donnelly River
,Red,US,"The nose is open and inviting, with soft scents of coffee and chocolate complementing the pretty cherry/berry fruit. It follows through in the mouth with lightly spicy fruit and a generous plumpness; pretty and engaging. Not a big, powerful wine, but delicious.",,24,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Caterina
14,Red,Italy,"This intriguing blend of 70% Montepulciano, 15% Sangiovese and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon shows deep earth and leather flavors tinged with sweet toasted almonds. It's rich, alcoholic and full--a mouthful of distinctive flavor.",Il Grifone,36,87,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno Superiore,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni 1997 Il Grifone  (Rosso Piceno Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cocci-grifoni-1997-il-grifone-sangiovese-rosso-piceno-superiore/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni
13,Red,US,"Every winery on the West Coast is scrambling to make at least one Syrah, but bargain bottles are few and far between.  This is a gem; richly scented with berries and chocolate, smooth and seamless with sweet, fresh fruit flavors.  Balanced and light, it is perfect for a Thanksgiving turkey.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Snoqualmie
14,Red,Australia,"Though deep, sour berries, stewed fruit and amaretto aromas permeate the bouquet, some reviewers reacted negatively to a sulphury-green note. The palate's brisk acidity burns off after a few minutes, revealing leathery, dark chocolate, blackberry and black pepper flavors. Finishes tangy and toasty with good length.",,16,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1999 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Yalumba
12.5,Red,US,"The nose is so cedary it's almost sauna-like, but it works with the cherry fruit. Surprisingly complex flavors of tobacco, earth and stable leather accent the dark berry foundation. It's balanced and has a long, juicy finish. And, unusual at this price, it may also improve over the next year or two.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Maricopa 1999 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maricopa-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Maricopa
13.5,Red,US,"The tasting panel agreed that this wine's nose was black, but we all had different ideas of what “black” meant: Some said that black grape and licorice dominated the bouquet; others said the aromas were more earthy and leathery. We had the same debates about the dark palate, too—blackberry, clove, black pepper and licorice flavors got the most votes, all with a minerally overlay. Finishes with prickly tannins and black pepper.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Seven Peaks 1999 Shiraz (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-peaks-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-coast-paso-robles/,Shiraz,1999,Seven Peaks
13,Red,US,"Very black in color and flavor, with a heavy overlay of black oak and cedar, there's good ripe cherry (black, of course) fruit beneath. Medium-full and plush, it has a black gumdrop finish and barely noticeable tannins. A  one-dimensional black beauty? Yes, but it's still very likable.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Seven Hills
14,Red,Australia,"Lushly textured if a bit over-oaked, this full, smooth wine displays a complex dark berry, smoke, bacon fat and herb nose. A classically dark palate profile and the long, white pepper-eucalyptus finish with its chalky tannins close it nicely.",,20,87,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Pirramimma 1998 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pirramimma-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Pirramimma
13,Red,Australia,"Dark plum fruit with cedar, toast, slight meaty notes and an herb accent comprise an attractive package. It turns a touch prickly and metallic on the finish, but not enough to turn off our tasters to this dependable quaff.",,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Ghost Gum 1998 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ghost-gum-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1998,Ghost Gum
13.5,Red,US,"The family name is Indelicato, the wine is called Delicato and the juice is certainly delicious, if not necessarily delicate..  Big-time growers, they won Monterey's San Barnabe Vineyard-the world's largest continuous vineyard.  Grape suppliers to many California brands, they are well-equipped to deliver value, as in this creamy flavorful Syrah.  This star quaffer pushes the pleasure button hard with its sweet dark fruit and attractive price.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Delicato 2000 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,2000,Delicato
13.5,Red,US,"Fragrant and forward, this is an appealing Merlot with tart, raspberry fruit married to chocolatey oak. It's a high acid, rich tannin style, and the wine does a good job of scraping the palate clean. It would make a very nice match for an oily fish such as salmon or ahi. Young, tight, tart and very tannic at this stage of the game, it feels just a bit thin in the finish. Give it some serious breathing time.",Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-canoe-ridge-estate-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"This very much emulates the style of the Merlot, with forward fruit, a hint of spice, and some coffee and clove in the finish. It's a bit heftier, darker and more tannic than the Merlot, but equally approachable and well-balanced.",,24,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Caterina 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Caterina
14.1,Red,US,"Stewed dark fruit, earth and a smidgen of cotton-candy sweetness characterize Baileyana's nose; clove, “very grapey,” and black cherry flavors show up on the mouth. Medium-weight and somewhat angular, it closes with powdery tannins and sweet cherry flavors.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Baileyana 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Baileyana
13.9,Red,US,"Features berry fruit and toasty oak—with the sexy oak taking the lead. Powdered cinnamon, vanilla extract and bittersweet chocolate—is this a list of wine descriptors or a dessert recipe? Finishes tart and dry, bringing the oak back under control.",Eaglepoint Ranch,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Lonetree 1998 Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lonetree-1998-eaglepoint-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1998,Lonetree
13,Red,Australia,"Blackberry fruit and ample toasty oak mesh well here. Cinnamon, dark chocolate and peppery notes show in the bouquet and on the palate. Even, medium weight, not complex, but offering decent length, it's a great find— a fully realized, very satisfying everyday wine",,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Callahan Hill 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callahan-hill-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Callahan Hill
13,Red,Italy,"Starts off with aromas of licorice, earth and roasted red berries. The flavors are predominately tart berry, but fold in some complex smoke and game notes. Decently structured, this is one value-priced Syrah that may repay short-term cellaring.",,15,87,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Villa Pillo 1998 Syrah (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-pillo-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-tuscany/,Syrah,1998,Villa Pillo
14,Red,US,"The initial aromas from this wine can only be described as funky, combining some tarry, sulfurous qualities with heavy-toast oak barrels—thankfully they burn off after a few minutes in the glass. There's nice fruit underneath all of that: Dark chocolate and plum flavors accompany a rich, chewy mouthfeel. Some brighter notes emerge on the softly tannic finish.",Private Reserve,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1998 Private Reserve Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1998-private-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1998,Windsor
13.5,Red,US,"Welcoming blackberry, anise, smoke and mustard-seed aromas lead into a tart blueberry-blackberry palate accented by paprika and cranberry notes. Medium-weight and lively, the wine finishes with toasty vanilla, cedar and cherry flavors. Enjoy it now, while it's young.",,16,87,California,California Other,California,Phillips 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Phillips
,Red,US,"A rich, ripe nose rushes from the glass, redolent with cassis, black cherries and other, darkly mysterious spices. Some classic Washington bell pepper and dill adds interest, and the finish is thick and coats the palate with tannins tasting of coffee and chocolate.",,20,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Chatter Creek 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Chatter Creek
14.5,Red,Australia,"Complex berry, vanillin oak, fig and pepper aromas set up this round and flavorful wine. The palate, too, offers interesting notes—blueberry, cinnamon, licorice and more. Yes, there's plenty of wood, but it's nicely integrated here. The velvety mouthfeel and mint and plum elements play out on the long finish.",,15,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Blue Pyrenees 1999 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blue-pyrenees-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1999,Blue Pyrenees
14,Red,US,"The closed nose shows subtle toast, cocoa and unleavened bread-flour aromas; the palate shows jammy berry fruit and sweet maple-syrup flavors. Finishes with chalk and spicy pepper. This Syrah has depth, but needs two years to open up a bit.",,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 1999 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,1999,Terra d'Oro
13.5,Red,Australia,"A ripe, dark cherry, bacon fat, leather and American oak nose comes on strong, and the wine continues in that manner. The acids are bright, but the mouthfeel smooth (a little cough-syrupy to some tasters), which keeps it from getting sharp. Coffee and licorice flavors play out on the long, handsome finish.",Faith,18,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 1999 Faith Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-1999-faith-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,St Hallett
13.7,Red,US,"There's a slight note of volatile acidity, so if you are sensitive to it, steer clear. That said, the other aromas and flavors are solid: Black pepper and mixed berries play out across the palate into a long, tart finish. Its crisp acids will cut easily through a fatty burger or grilled steak",,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 2000 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,E. B. Foote
14.5,Red,Australia,"Opaque and full, with smoke, leather and a bit of stable on the nose. This has complexity and style, and dark is the word—dark plum and berry, dark chocolate, dark coffee, dark spices. The palate is supple, the finish long and earthy. Maybe not tall, but, yes, dark and handsome.",,19,88,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Mentelle 1999 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-mentelle-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,1999,Cape Mentelle
13.5,Red,Australia,"An earthy, grilled-nut, stewed fruit nose is an accurate preview of what's to come. Deep black cocoa, smoke, blackberry and pine-needle flavors smolder on the palate. Finishes with good length and cedar-plum flavors.",Daylight Chamber,19,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Cimicky 1999 Daylight Chamber Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cimicky-1999-daylight-chamber-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Charles Cimicky
13.3,White,US,"The Otis vineyard is best known for its textured, herbal Cabernets, but it makes a fine Chardonnay as well. The ‘99 is still lean and taut, with fresh fruit and a few rough edges to the new oak. Partly the vintage, and partly the vineyard, it needs considerably more cellar time than the Wyckoff.",Otis Vineyard,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1999 Otis Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-otis-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1999,Columbia Winery
12.5,Red,France,"Made in the Languedoc at an Australian-owned winery, this Shiraz has both big fruit and characteristic French reserve. Mineral and cherry from beginning to end, plus herb aromas and a peppery finish. Good stuff now, but will show even more with a little time in the bottle. Best Buy.",Cumulus,12,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 1998 Cumulus Shiraz (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-1998-cumulus-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-minervois/,Shiraz,1998,Abbotts
14,Red,Australia,"Cinnamon-sugar toast and creamy coffee nuances marry sweetly with blackberry liqueur. The thick, viscous mouthfeel is almost custard-like and silky smooth. Lest this sound too confectionary, it should be noted that the wine is dry and finishes with assertive notes of leather and espresso.",The Barossa,17,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Peter Lehmann 1999 The Barossa Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-lehmann-1999-barossa-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Peter Lehmann
13.5,Red,Australia,"An herbal-Chiclet note envelopes red berry and blueberry aromas on the nose; on the palate, expect a big, structured dark blackberry-and-oak powerhouse. Finishes with dark soy, blueberry and anise notes.",Meadows,18,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Perrini 1999 Meadows Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrini-1999-meadows-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Perrini
,White,US,"This wine gets the royal treatment despite its modest price:  fermentation in new French oak, sur lie aging and a final blending of only the best barrels. It is everything a Columbia valley Chardonnay can be, forward and fruity, bursting with crisp green apples and buttery pie crust flavors. Delicious right now, but another year or two will take the edges off.",Indian Wells Vineyard,22,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Indian Wells Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-indian-wells-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.5,Red,US,"Deep, but sour berry fruit, herbs and garden-earthy aromas open this balanced, light- to medium-bodied wine. Dark berry fruit persists on the palate, in tandem with tobacco, sour herbs and black pepper. Finishes with dry fruit and tangy pepper notes.",,19,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Consilience 1998 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consilience-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1998,Consilience
13.4,Red,Australia,"Anise-wintergreen shadings on the cherry fruit open to a flavorful, sweet and sour palate. It's yet another example of the eminently drinkable, inexpensive wines that have spearheaded the Aussie invasion. The dry finish shows a hint of chalk and a nutty note.",,8,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,McPherson Wine Company
13.5,Red,US,"An unusual, almost Christmas-spice note shows on the nose of this mid-weight Sonoma offering.  The tart redberry fruit has cedar, herb-garden and spice qualities that play all the way to the finish.  The dry fruit and oak marriage is almost Tempranillo-like.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1998 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1998,Valley of the Moon
,Red,US,"This is a tannic, sleek style of Cabernet, still tightly wound up and closed down. There is good juice here, with bright berry/cherry flavors, just waiting for some additional bottle time to let it loose. Plenty of acids, good tannin management, and a stylish effort that will reward cellaring.",Alder Ridge Vineyard,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Chatter Creek 1999 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-1999-alder-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Chatter Creek
14.3,Red,US,"A great quaff if we've ever tasted one: Its mouthfeel is medium-weight and soft; it shows a little restraint on the nose, but eventually reveals cherry, cedar and blackberry accents. More cherry shows up on the palate, hand-in-hand with dark berry, tobacco and cinnamon notes. Finishes with wood and a bit of tang—some called it metallic, others minty.",,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Chatom 1999 Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatom-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,1999,Chatom
12.7,Red,US,"Well-structured, this is a fairly serious Syrah for a modest price. Dry cherry, leather, licorice and toast show on a lean, almost claret-like frame. Finishes dry with firm, moderate tannins. A value-cellar choice, this will benefit from one to three years aging.",Chukar Ridge Vineyard,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Edgefield 1998 Chukar Ridge Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgefield-1998-chukar-ridge-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1998,Edgefield
14,Red,Australia,"Ripe, maybe overripe, but still very flavorful and supple on the palate. Cherry fruit is accented by smoke, coffee and meaty notes that add interest and depth. The lingering finish shows chalky tannins, vanillin notes, plus plenty of fruit.",,11,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Callahan 1998 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callahan-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1998,Callahan
14.4,Red,US,"The plush, ripe mouthfeel delivers plenty of pleasure. Ripe, if darkly indistinct, fruit has coffee, smoke and gamy notes that add depth and complexity. Finishes long and dark, with attractive pepper shadings. Pushes all the right buttons, and delivers with style.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Anapamu 1999 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anapamu-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,1999,Anapamu
12.5,Red,France,"Although it isn't indicated anywhere on the bottle, we have it from a reliable source that this is 100% Syrah—and it certainly tastes like it. Smoke, black-pepper and even some bacon-fat aromas lead into flavors of leather, coffee, cherries and bitter herbs. The bright acidity and stemmy notes on the finish indicate better things to come. Editors' Choice.",Mise Tardive,15,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Eric Texier 1999 Mise Tardive Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-texier-1999-mise-tardive-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,1999,Eric Texier
13.3,Red,US,"Both the nose and the palate have a strong blackberry fruit backbone. Reviewers round out the bouquet with toast, walnut and butter aromas; licorice, caramel and coffee flavors jazz up the fruit on the palate. A big, smooth mouthfeel and a fruit-driven but butterscotchy finish will please both oenophiles and wine neophytes. Editors' Choice.",Winemaker's Collection,16,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1998 Winemaker's Collection Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1998-winemakers-collection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1998,Jekel
,Red,France,"The nose takes a little while to unwind, but when it does, violet, coffee, blackberry and honeysuckle notes shine through. Firm tannins in the mouth give the Pommard plenty of structure and a fleshy mouthfeel full of blackberry, leather, and earthy flavors. 10,000 cases produced.",,28,88,Burgundy,Pommard,,Labouré-Roi 1998  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1998-red-pommard/,Red Blend,1998,Labouré-Roi
14.5,Red,Chile,"Full, earthy notes and red berry fruit with leathery accents characterize this medium-weight, well-built wine. The cassis-tobacco profile pleases, there's a grainy texture and the big back end shows firm, full tannins, earth and black plum notes. Should improve over the next two years.",,20,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 1999 Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,1999,Arboleda
,Red,Chile,"This cedary Cab offers lots of flavor and texture for the price. A cigar-box, black olive and cassis nose is very inviting; the sweet berry and tobacco flavors are appealing if not quite as deep and vibrant as the bouquet. Medium-weight and plush, it closes with chocolate-toast notes and dry, even tannins.",,20,88,Maipo Valley,,,Arboleda 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Arboleda
14.5,Red,US,"The full, dark berry and cocoa aromas and flavors are winning, and the mouthfeel is smooth and solid. There's a ripe sweetness to the fruit and a creamy, round mouthfeel. A pleasing wine that finishes softly, with a blackberry-chocolate fade and an herb-metallic accent.",Paragon,17,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Edna Valley Vineyard 1999 Paragon Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-1999-paragon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,1999,Edna Valley Vineyard
14.9,White,US,"Apricot and orange blossoms, flowers and ginger brighten up the nose, and the ripe, fruity flavors follow through in the mouth. The Columbia valley is far enough north to allow the grapes to ripen without sacrificing the acids, avoiding the flabbiness that mars some California Viogniers. Best Buy.",Vineyard Selection,16,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Vineyard Selection Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-vineyard-selection-viognier-columbia-valley-wa/,Viognier,2000,Hogue
,Red,US,"For years Hedges produced a popular, inexpensive Cabernet-Merlot; with the addition of Cabernet Franc and Syrah, the wine has evolved into something more complex, though the price still screams “bargain.” Scented with cherries and grapes, underscored with dark, toasty aromas, and wrapped in some pretty tough tannins, it's a serious effort that could stand a bit of cellaring. A third of the fruit comes from reserve caliber vineyards. Best Buy.",Columbia Valley,11,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Hedges 1999 Columbia Valley Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1999-columbia-valley-red-other/,Red Blend,1999,Hedges
13.5,Red,US,"This has long been the standard-bearer for value-priced Washington Cabernet. Some of the early Ste. Michelle Cabernets have been remarkably long-lived, still tasting rich and complex some 30 years after being released. You can see why. This is a perfectly structured wine, with sleek, tight fruit, firm acids, and no-nonsense oak that buttresses the tannins. It's fine with food and certainly capable of aging indefinitely. Best Buy.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13,Red,Italy,"This wine spends two years in barrique, and it shows in its strong cedar and coconut aromas. On the palate, there's sufficient fruit to stand up to the oak, with intense sour black cherries and leafy tobacco and mushroom flavors. Much better than a bottle reviewed in the April 2001 issue.",Lucarello Riserva,33,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Salcetino 1997 Lucarello Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-salcetino-1997-lucarello-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Borgo Salcetino
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though well-oaked, the wood used is beautifully integrated in this full, round, suave red. Plum, chocolate and licorice elements accented by smoke and mint provide plenty of flavor. A touch soft on the palate, the sweet and sour finish firms up with dusty, even tannins.",Hill of Gold,18,89,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 1999 Hill of Gold Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-hill-gold-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mudgee/,Shiraz,1999,Rosemount
13.5,Red,US,"Ripe and smooth with a slightly syrupy, extracted quality, this black fruit-and-licorice pleasure ball delivers the goods. Full on the palate with dark chocolate flavors and plenty of toasty oak, it finishes dry, rich and flavorful; well-fruited to the end.",Vintner's Reserve,16,89,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Vintner's Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-vintners-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Kendall-Jackson
,White,France,"No shrinking violet, this Chassagne-Montrachet has a medium-bodied, hearty mouthfeel that we'd almost call zingy. Pear, cinnamon and nutmeg flavors are rounded out with some bacon-fat and peeled apple notes. Opens with Bartlett pear, mustard grain and floral notes; finish is short, but characteristically zesty.",,28,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Labouré-Roi 1998  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1998-white-chassagne-montrachet/,White Blend,1998,Labouré-Roi
14.1,Red,US,"So many different flavors and aromas surface in the Simi that it's like a day at the market. The bouquet shows appealing raspberry sorbet, root-beer, popcorn and cigar-box notes. The mouth bursts with rich caramel, semi-sweet chocolate, paprika and deep black fruit flavors. Well-balanced and nicely integrated, it finishes with pepper-herb-mineral notes and medium tannins.",,20,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1999 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1999,Simi
13.8,Red,Chile,"In a strong performance for a weak vintage, the tobacco-leather-menthol nose of the '98 opens to a dry palate of berry, soy, subdued cassis flavors and leather accents. The feel is even and supple, and this drinks well now, closing with dry cherry fruit and fine tannins. Not a long-term keeper--drink through 2004.",,66,89,Aconcagua Valley,,,Seña 1998 Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sena-1998-red-aconcagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Seña
13.5,Red,US,"Ripe fruit wafts out of the glass. This is classy juice, with red and black berry flavors, stiff tannins, and a fine balance. It finishes with a complex, herbal set of flavors. The barrel aging has lent some dark notes of toasted coffee beans and bitter chocolate. This is a complete, interesting wine from an excellent vineyard, well-suited to long-term aging.",Red Willow Vineyard - Milestone,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1997 Red Willow Vineyard - Milestone Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-red-willow-vineyard-milestone-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1997,Columbia Winery
13.8,Red,Australia,"There's so much going on in the '99 Salena Estate, that it can't help but please everyone: Juicy blackberries are front and center on the nose and in the mouth; cedar, tobacco and dried herbs give the palate added complexity. Big, chewy mouthfeel? Check. Chocolate, vanilla and truffle aromas will throw you for a loop; even tannins, and licorice and mineral flavors, tie this Shiraz up nicely.",,12,89,South Australia,Riverland,,Salena Estate 1999 Shiraz (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salena-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-riverland/,Shiraz,1999,Salena Estate
15.3,Red,US,"This medium-weight wine is zippy, lively and has nice structure. Tart cranberry, fig and briary-butterscotch aromas don't adequately prepare you for the lush blackberry, caramel and chocolate flavors. The creamy, though slightly tannic (one reviewer called it “Rhônish”) finish fades slowly, with a metallic-mineral note on the back palate.",Reserve,20,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Lava Cap 1998 Reserve Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lava-cap-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1998,Lava Cap
13,Red,France,"A hands-down favorite from this tasting, the Graillot shows black fruit, cocoa, bacon, cumin and fruitcake on the nose. In the mouth, it's medium-weight with a chewy mouthfeel, and has sexy, smoldering smoked-bacon, blueberry and white-pepper flavors. Its long, smoky finish with tangy tannins is something we look forward to experiencing many times between now and 2010. Cellar Selection.",,20,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Alain Graillot 1999  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-graillot-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Alain Graillot
14,Red,Australia,"With its full-on blueberry and pie-crust aromas and plushly textured mouthfeel, this sexy effort comes on strong and keeps giving, all the way through to its finish of soft, ripe tannins that almost seem to caress the tongue, leaving behind hints of licorice and chalk. May be even better in 2003.",Individual Vineyard,10,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Paringa 2000 Individual Vineyard Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paringa-2000-individual-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Paringa
13.8,Red,US,"This big Dry Creek stalwart has fine, deep berry fruit, a slight and attractive meatiness on the nose and olive-garlic accents. Sounds weird, but it works: It has firm structure: the tightly packed fruit needs a few years to open and shed the moderate tannins.",Estate,20,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston of Dry Creek 1999 Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-dry-creek-1999-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1999,Preston of Dry Creek
13.7,White,US,"This David Lake Signature Series Chardonnay combines ripe, green apple fruit with interesting herbal notes. It shows off pretty, precise new oak in a crisp framework of supporting acids. In short, it's deft, balanced, elegant and rewarding.",Wyckoff Vineyard,19,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1998 Wyckoff Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-wyckoff-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1998,Columbia Winery
13.3,Red,Australia,"The mouthfeel on this Langhorne Creek Shiraz is full and slightly tart; the palate shows tart, rich blackberry, anise and cedar. Sandwich that between a complex bouquet of plum, cocoa and deep blackberry, and a lengthy, minerally finish, and, well, you've got some drinking to do tonight.",Bremerview,15,89,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bleasdale 1999 Bremerview Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bleasdale-1999-bremerview-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,1999,Bleasdale
14,Red,US,"Although it carries a California label, the Lockeford designation tells you it's from Lodi. The slightly herbal, black-pepper aromas and tangy berry fruit give little indication of its hot-climate origins; The meaty, earthy flavors on the midpalate sing through the finish.",Lockeford,20,89,California,California Other,California,Stefan Daniels 1999 Lockeford Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefan-daniels-1999-lockeford-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Stefan Daniels
,Red,France,"What a nose. La Belle Marguerite's the color of ruby Port, so we shouldn't have been surprised at the luscious black currant, plum, black pepper and membrillo-paste aromas it showed. Cracked black pepper and curry notes spice up the palate's cherry, fresh red pepper and mineral flavors. Racy and medium-bodied, it finishes with more spice, plus some dried cherry notes.",Domaine Sirugue Clos La Belle Marguerite,19,89,Burgundy,Côte de Nuits-Villages,,Labouré-Roi 1998 Domaine Sirugue Clos La Belle Marguerite  (Côte de Nuits-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1998-domaine-sirugue-clos-belle-marguerite-red-cote-nuits-villages/,Red Blend,1998,Labouré-Roi
14.2,Red,US,"This complex and elegant wine is certified organic. The bouquet has dimension, with cherry, leather, chalk, meat and cigar-box notes. Lightweight on the palate, it is nicely textured and delivers lots of fruit flavor. Firm acids support the fruit and a cocoa-spice finish wraps it up neatly.",,19,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bonterra 1998 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1998,Bonterra
,Red,US,"Look closely or you will miss the vineyard designation, hidden in a tiny black banner in the upper left corner of the label. It's important, because Champoux is one of the state's oldest and best Cabernet vineyards. Ripe, satiny black cherry/red berry fruit is on display here, with firm acids, moderate tannins, and just enough oak to add a dash of toast at the end.",Champoux Vineyard,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Soos Creek 1998 Champoux Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soos-creek-1998-champoux-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Soos Creek
14,Red,Australia,"Shows rich, meaty aromas of black peppercorn-crusted steak, soy and Asian spices that segue smoothly into flavors of black cherries and plums accented by pepper and roasted meat. Finishes long, with persistent pepper notes and some firm tannins. Drink now through 2008.",,20,89,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Alkoomi 1999 Shiraz (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alkoomi-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-frankland-river/,Shiraz,1999,Alkoomi
13,Red,France,"The nose is a smoked-meat, sandlewood, leather and blackberry joyride; a cool, metallic note rides sidesaddle and keeps quiet for the most part. Bacon is the leader on the palate; juicy berry, plum and mineral notes round out this medium-weight pleasure bomb. The finish is long and mouthwatering, and bolstered by soft tannins. Will be even better after two years in the cellar. Cellar Selection.",Cuvée Albéric Bouvet,20,89,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Gilles Robin 1999 Cuvée Albéric Bouvet  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gilles-robin-1999-cuvee-alberic-bouvet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Gilles Robin
,White,US,"A near 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, this perennially popular wine is a perfect match for seafood, pasta, light cheeses and salads. It's an elegant, stylish wine, with clean, green apple flavors, a strong scent of lime, and a hint of pear. Gorgeous mouthfeel, with creamy, intense fruity, bright acids, and a polished, rich finish. Best Buy.",,9,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 2000 White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-2000-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,2000,Hedges
13.5,Red,US,"This smooth, seductive wine recalls the superb ‘94 from this vineyard. There's plenty of fruit, but it's already well blended into the toasty oak, with some cinnamon spice and herbal highlights for added interest. Delicious right now, it will improve with a little bit of bottle age as the hard tannins soften a bit. There are some nice, dark, toasty undercurrents that add a great deal of depth, and a lingering, vanilla custard sweetness in the finish that makes for a very attractive style.",Indian Wells Vineyard,31,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Indian Wells Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-indian-wells-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"Here's the dark, concentrated intensity one looks for in the best Washington Cabernets, yet it also retains an elegance, a lightness on its feet, that is often sacrificed in the pursuit of pure power. Smooth, almost silky, it's a ripe, fruity wine, bolstered with just the right acid/tannin counterweight, and finished with lush, layered flavors of plum, clove and spice.",Willard Family Vineyard,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 1998 Willard Family Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1998-willard-family-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Caterina
,White,France,"This big, firm Meursault opens with a big bouquet of fresh butter, macadamia nut, vanilla and apple peel. Apple shows up again on the palate, where it is bolstered with light mineral, honeysuckle and pear flavors. Light floral accents on the finish and a firm acid backbone make this a good choice to drink with broiled fish or grilled shrimp.",Domaine Rene Manuel Clos des Bouches Cheres Premier Cru,43,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Labouré-Roi 1999 Domaine Rene Manuel Clos des Bouches Cheres Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1999-domaine-rene-manuel-clos-bouches-cheres-premier-cru-white-meursault/,White Blend,1999,Labouré-Roi
13.5,Red,US,"Scented with an intriguing mix of herbs and chocolatey spices, this wine is a deep, dark version of Washington Merlot from Chateau Ste. Michelle's best vineyards. The fruit is solid cherry; there's lots of toasty oak, and the big tannins are smoothed out so that they find the proper balance. There's plenty of acid to keep the wine lively, and all it needs at this point is time to blend together.",Reserve,37,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13,White,US,"Cold Creek is one of the best vineyards in Washington, and does especially well with Chardonnay. This is a laid-back style, a bit coquettish even, that requires a little probing on the part of the consumer. But it rewards your efforts with layers of subtle flavors, beautifully balanced and aromatic. New French oak and sur lie aging help to define the contours and add creaminess, but it is the exceptional Cold Creek fruit that really shines.",Cold Creek Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Cold Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-cold-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"The three vineyards are all on Red Mountain, the newest viticultural appellation in Washington state, and headquarters for Hedges Cellars. This is an elegant, stylish Cabernet/Merlot blend, the fruit clean and lean. The tight, youthful structure is beautifully balanced, compact and precise. Time, air, bottle age and food will all help it show its full potential. Editors' Choice.",Three Vineyards,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1998 Three Vineyards Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1998-three-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Hedges
,Red,US,"Leonetti seems to get more extracted fruit, more depth and power, more flat-out flavor from Sangiovese than virtually anyone else in the country. A lot of it, let's face it, is the same Leonetti magic that is applied to other red wines: rich layers of buttery, nutty, luscious oak underscoring the strawberry/plum flavors of the Sangiovese grapes. About 20% Syrah is included in the blend. The result is an exciting wine, sensuous and sleek.",,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1999 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1999-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,1999,Leonetti Cellar
14.5,Red,US,"This is a tight, tough Cabernet, which has the structure to age well. It's 100% Cabernet from the Canoe Ridge vineyard, and it shows brilliant black cherry fruit, crisp acids, and a healthy undercoat of dark tannins. Young, tough, and bursting with flavor, it's from a great vintage and clearly has a long life ahead, but you can drink it now with anything grilled and meaty and it will make you very happy.",Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard,24,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-canoe-ridge-estate-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"This is the winery's flagship blend, all estate-grown fruit, and built to age. Intense color, perfume and flavors highlight a focused, concentrated wine. It carries powerful cherry fruit into a compact, extended finish. The wine is so young and compressed that it doesn't yet show the nuances of terroir and barrel that are built into it; let it breathe for several hours, or give it another five years.",Red Mountain Reserve,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1998 Red Mountain Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1998-red-mountain-reserve-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Hedges
,White,US,"Cayuse is really on a roll, as the inspired fanatic Christophe Baron methodically plants small plots of rock-strewn Walla Walla vineyard. Cailloux (formerly Cobblestone) was his first, and the single acre of Viognier yielded just 120 cases of wine in 2000, but what a wine! Succulent, glorious, peach-scented fruit mingles with butterscotch rum and a distinct impression of the stony, mineral “terroir” that makes the vineyard exceptional. Full malolactic fermentation and aging in neutral French oak render a Condrieu-styled Washington Viognier that ranks with the best in the country.",Cailloux Vineyard,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Cayuse 2000 Cailloux Vineyard Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cayuse-2000-cailloux-vineyard-viognier-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Viognier,2000,Cayuse
,White,France,"At first, the nose shows heady buttercream and custard notes; after a few minutes in the glass, the nose opens (and lightens up) to reveal luscious nut and pear aromas underneath. It's dense in the mouth, with luscious green apple, fresh-cut grass, spice and fresh herb flavors. The finish is so long that one reviewer noted that "" it just keeps on going,"" with intoxicating apple, mineral and floral flavors. Only 500 cases produced.",Domaine Maroslavac Clos du Vieux Chateau,35,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Labouré-Roi 1998 Domaine Maroslavac Clos du Vieux Chateau  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1998-domaine-maroslavac-clos-vieux-chateau-white-puligny-montrachet/,White Blend,1998,Labouré-Roi
14.1,Red,US,"Northstar makes a bold, ultra-premium Merlot. It's soft, satiny and sexy, with voluptuous black cherry/blackberry fruit, layers of chocolate, and spices suggestive of cinnamon, mint and more exotic flavors. Powerful and complex, yet open and accessible, it showcases the “serious” side of Merlot. Editors' Choice.",,50,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Northstar 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/northstar-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Northstar
,Red,US,"For more than two decades, Merlot has been the signature wine for Leonetti. This year's version is dense and tannic. The immediate impression is of charcoal, ash and black cherries. As the wine opens up there are spices (black pepper, anise, bay leaf), roasted nuts, lush tannins and more fruits — berries, cherries and plums. Though young, tight and still tannic, with several hours breathing time this extraordinary Merlot begins to smooth out the rough edges and show its best stuff.",,55,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Leonetti Cellar
,Red,US,"Here again the 1998 vintage shows its forward, fat, fruity, lip-smackingly luscious qualities right out in front. This is a meaty, oaky Cab, with firm, tongue-lashing tannins, plenty of red berry/cassis fruit and a power-packed profile from top to bottom. It's delicious and strong, with coffee, bitter chocolate and licorice lining the extended finish. Ideally, you'll give it about two more years of cellar time and then go for it.",,60,95,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Leonetti Cellar
,Red,US,"Leonetti's reserve, made entirely from grapes grown in the Walla Walla valley, is a distillation of everything that makes this the quintessential Washington state cult winery. Ripe, classy cassis fruit is seamlessly married to layers of oak; the barrel aging adding dimensions of toast and chocolate, espresso and cream, butterscotch and roasted nuts, to the extended finish. The blend is three quarters Cabernet, with the rest a 50/50 split of Merlot and Petit Verdot. In my experience Leonetti's reserve wines are magnificent upon release, and should be enjoyed while still young. Just 576 cases produced.",Reserve,95,96,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Leonetti Cellar
13,Red,US,"Odd, disturbing aromas of sweet rhubarb pie start things off; then it turns medicinal and sweet in the mouth. Clean, with good acids, but seems a combination of overripe grapes and suspect winemaking. Barely drinkable.",Woodbridge Ranch,12,80,California,California Other,California,Paradis 1997 Woodbridge Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradis-1997-woodbridge-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Paradis
,White,Argentina,"This wine from Trapiche has a banana bouquet and clashing flavors of lemon, papaya, grapefruit and toast. It's lean and tangy, and almost tastes like bits of Sauvignon Blanc and/or Viognier were thrown in.",,5,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Falling Star 2000 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/falling-star-2000-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Falling Star
12.5,Red,Argentina,"Light in color, almost translucent, with green, sharp aromas. The flavor on the surface is all sour cherries, with just a little richer black fruit hidden well underneath. Although not flawed, it's extremely lean and tart.",,8,80,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1998 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1998-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1998,Balbi
,White,US,"Smells earthy and funky, with aromas of canned mandarin oranges, crushed hard spices, coffee and roasted wood. Has flavors of peaches, apples and earth. Kind of rough around the edges and simple, but drinkable.",,16,80,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Silk Oak 1999 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silk-oak-1999-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,1999,Silk Oak
,Red,US,"Dark and strong stuff here. Smells earthy and plummy, with a cut of green stalkiness and mint; turns heavy and dense in the mouth. Finishes Port-like, with heat and sweetness.",,19,81,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 1999 Zinfandel (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-1999-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Zinfandel,1999,Renaissance
14,Red,US,"Fans of Foxen that we are, we're not sure what went wrong here. The off-putting mineral-chemical-vinyl aromas are hard to get past. When you do, there's scant reward in the thin, sour, red-berry fruit and sharp mineral flavors. Smoke and leather notes are barely redeeming, the rampant volatile acidity just unpleasant.",Morehouse Vineyard,35,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 1999 Morehouse Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1999-morehouse-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Foxen
12.5,Red,Argentina,"Herbal and grapey in the nose, with violets and green vegetables. Plummy flavors, with drying tannins. As a whole, it's simple and flat, without much complexity. It also shows signs of overripe fruit and dilution.",Selección Especial,10,81,Other,Tulum Valley,,Graffigna 1998 Selección Especial Cabernet Sauvignon (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-1998-seleccion-especial-cabernet-sauvignon-tulum-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Graffigna
13,White,US,"Earthy, with peach and apple aromas and a funky component. Light and simple peach flavors, and decent acidity.",Woodbridge Ranch,10,81,California,California Other,California,Paradis 1999 Woodbridge Ranch Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradis-1999-woodbridge-ranch-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Paradis
,Red,US,"Modest blackberry aromas start things off, with a funky, cheesy undercurrent. Fruity in the mouth and dry, with little noticeable oak. This rough, earthy wine will do in a pinch.",,17,82,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Renaissance
12,White,US,"Made from 100% organically grown grapes, this Willamette Valley wine has a butterball nose, with lots of cream and caramel, overlaid with freshly cut grass. In the mouth, it's on the acidic side, with a bizarre flavor profile of hay, corn husks and tamales. Minerally finish.",Estate Bottled,14,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cooper Mountain 1999 Estate Bottled Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-mountain-1999-estate-bottled-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Cooper Mountain
,Red,US,"Made from Dolcetto, an Italian variety rare in California, this wine tries to struggle beyond an earthiness that's unnaturally sweet. The result: The berry flavors are ripe, the acidity and tannins fine, but it can't quite shake its rough, countrified edge.",Alegría Vineyards,20,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 1999 Alegría Vineyards Dolcetto (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-1999-alegria-italian-red-dolcetto-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Dolcetto,1999,Acorn
13,White,US,"A distinct scent of burnt match spoils the entry, and the harsh flavors of SO2 can be felt in the mouth as well. This is fermented dry, and it's a simple, fruity effort, which could be any one of a number of generic white wine grapes.",,10,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 1999 Gewürztraminer (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1999-gewurztraminer-southern-umpqua-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Henry Estate
,White,US,"Here's an atypical wine for this variety. It has grapefruit aromas with a hint of banana and chocolate, and a pronounced tingle or sparkle. Bone dry and refreshing. Purists will object, but others will like it.",Grandview Vineyard,14,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1999 Grandview Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1999-grandview-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Paradise Ridge
13.8,Red,US,"Opens with thin, sharp aromas of stalks, earth and coffee, and turns tart and herbaceous in the mouth. There's not much beyond the heat of alcohol, acidity and tannins. Disappointing.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Kunde
,Red,US,"American oak seems overly aggressive on the nose, with dominating aromas of clove and vanilla-tinged wood sap. Once you get past the bouquet, the wine is limpid, silky smooth, and utterly dry, with berry flavors.",Alegría Vineyards-Axiom Rhône Cuvee,16,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 1999 Alegría Vineyards-Axiom Rhône Cuvee Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-1999-alegria-axiom-rhone-cuvee-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Acorn
,Red,US,"Dark purple in color, this wine begins with earthy, cardboard aromas and turns dense and Port-like in the mouth. The palate sensations are of tannins, acidity, weight and heat. The finish is thin and alcoholic.",Kunde Vineyard,16,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Homewood 1997 Kunde Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/homewood-1997-kunde-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Homewood
13,Red,Spain,"Another '97 that shouldn't have been made—or should have already been consumed. Earthy and mushroomy, with dried leaves and dirt highlighted by piercing acidity.",Crianza,20,82,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Monte Pinadillo 1997 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-pinadillo-1997-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Monte Pinadillo
13.5,White,Argentina,"Very light in color, much like hay. A mute nose follows, barely offering something akin to applesauce. It's sugary on the palate, with a buttery finish. Potent acidity prevents it from being ponderous, yet it's still a heavyweight.",,10,82,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,San Telmo 2000 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-telmo-2000-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,San Telmo
13.7,Red,US,"Medium-weight and very dry with some smoky notes, the modest berry fruit here is overshadowed by a stemmy, leafy, vegetal presence our tasters just couldn't enjoy. Finishes tart, with a trail-mix taste and the green thing that won't quit. Riper fruit needed here.",Estate,30,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Gordon Brothers 1999 Estate Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gordon-brothers-1999-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Gordon Brothers
,Red,US,"Here is a pretty Pinot, at least from the smell of it. It's scented with bread and sassafras and lightly hued, as is proper with Pinot. In the mouth it feels young, even spritzy, and the fruit is buoyed on a weightless, watery base that leads nowhere. Somehow the promise of the nose fails to deliver.",,15,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eugene Wine Cellars 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugene-wine-cellars-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Eugene Wine Cellars
13,White,US,"This Pinot Blanc is pretty mute from start to finish. Though its nose is very tight, it still shows light fig and peach aromas. Bone-dry in the mouth, its palate flavors are those of lemon pith and green apples. Finish is also dry, with mineral and metallic flavors.",,12,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee 1997 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-1997-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Tyee
13,Red,Argentina,"Light berry aromas and flavors make up this simple quaffer that nonetheless offers enough substance to satisfy. Similar to Côtes-du-Rhône; it closes with licorice notes and sweet, creamy oak. Of interest, Flichman made one of Argentina's very first Syrahs back in 1974.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 1999 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1999,Finca Flichman
13.5,Red,US,"The aromas are wild berries and smoke, with raisiny, burnt notes. In the mouth, it's light on fruit, but firmly tannic and alcoholic. A pleasant, country-style wine that is a blend of 75% Grenache and 25% Syrah.",Cuvée Jacques,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Kahn 1999 Cuvée Jacques Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kahn-1999-cuvee-jacques-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,1999,Kahn
12.5,White,US,"Slightly sweet, this easy-drinking sipper will go best with fusion foods or fresh fruit. Wildflower, honey and smoky vanilla aromas lead to intensely fruity flavors, with soft acids.",,7,83,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Baron Herzog 2000 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-2000-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Baron Herzog
,White,US,"Though the label makes a point of saying barrel fermented, there is little in the way of oakiness or leesiness to the flavor. The fruit tends toward ripe apples with a hint of citrus; there are some musty, earthy flavors as well. Overall it's a straightforward, fruity, simple Chardonnay.",Barrel Fermented,9,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Château Bianca
14.2,Red,US,"Rubbery, meaty notes accent the sour blueberry and black olive flavors. Has good complexity and a smooth mouthfeel, but lacks zip and excitement.",,40,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 1998 Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1998,Cakebread
13.5,Red,US,"Coffee, sugared tea, raspberry and a hint of smoked bacon lead to watery berry flavors and simple tannins in this tartly acidic wine. It's clean and drinkable but there's no getting around its basic one-dimensionality.",Coastal Selection,14,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1998 Coastal Selection Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-coastal-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Mirassou
13.6,Red,US,"The bouquet begins with weedy, green and cola notes, which is surprising for such a good vintage. Also expect some faint traces of blackberry flavors. The sharpness continues in the mouth. Bone dry, with lovely tannins.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1999,Kunde
14.7,Red,Australia,"Tart candied fruit, similar to SweetTarts, with a toasty overlay of cedary oak. Lean; firmly structured by dusty tannins.",,24,83,Victoria,Victoria,,David Traeger 1998 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-traeger-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1998,David Traeger
9.2,Rose,US,"Delicately fruity; strawberry and raspberry flavors dominate this soft, off-dry wine. It's clean in the mouth, and has a spicy, honeyed aftertaste.",,5,83,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 2000 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-2000-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,2000,Sutter Home
13.5,White,Argentina,"Heavily toasted oak dominates a nose that also features some tropical fruit, mostly bananas. Oak in the form of burnt toast and butter are the leading flavors. Thick-bodied and heavy in the finish.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 1999 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-1999-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,1999,Tapiz
13,Red,Spain,Beet and bitter chocolate aromas and flavors accent black cherries and cedar in this medium-weight red. Slightly rough acidity fails to enliven the finish.,Cosecha,17,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Ibernoble 1999 Cosecha  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ibernoble-1999-cosecha-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,1999,Ibernoble
,Red,US,"Syrah is the flavor of the month on the West Coast, but Oregon Syrah is a rarity. This wine tastes as if it is from very young vines; there is no depth or texture to the fruit. There is plenty of color, and forward flavors of spice and black cherry. But it lacks weight and finishes with a watery, generic flavor.",,23,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eugene Wine Cellars 1999 Syrah (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugene-wine-cellars-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Eugene Wine Cellars
11.5,Rose,US,"Sometimes you just want something fresh, fruity and cold on a hot summer day. Here's a raspberry-scented wine with dry berry flavors, and it's the prettiest salmon color. A slight effervescence adds zest.",Rosato,8,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 2000 Rosato Nebbiolo (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2000-rosato-nebbiolo-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Nebbiolo,2000,Montevina
13.8,Red,US,"This big, tangy, too-oaky palate is not much consolation for the bizarre bouquet of Macadamia nut, cream cheese and volatile acid (know what a nail salon smells like?). Finishes long, with tart toast and cocoa flavors. One reviewer noted that those who aren't sensetive to volatile acidity will like this better--but many people won't be able to get past the nose.",,26,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Arbor Crest
13,White,US,The lemon and grapefruit aromas are thin; the flavors suggest slightly sweetened grapefruit juice. Soft acidity and supple tannins complete the picture.,,9,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Château Julien
13,Red,US,"The bouquet of black-cherry and cranberry fruit wears a weedy, vegetal mantle that appears early. There's some nice pepper, caramel and clove notes on the palate, even a ripe, figgy quality to fruit, but ultimately they're done in by the tart green shadow. Our panel found the wine hard to warm up to.",Maverick,50,83,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Meador 1998 Maverick Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meador-1998-maverick-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,1998,Meador
13.6,Red,US,"What aromas we can discern from this Syrah's tight nose run the gamut from vanilla and plum to plastic and resin. It's balanced in the mouth, but has a strangely gravelly mouthfeel. More minerals on the palate and on the finish obscure slight blackberry flavor.",Signet,25,83,California,Napa,Napa County,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Signet Syrah (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-signet-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-county/,Syrah,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,Argentina,Aromas of grape bubble gum set the stage. The palate is warm and expansive. But it's entirely one-dimensional and ultimately quite basic. Most drinkers should find it pleasant if they're not seeking something spectacular.,,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Tapiz 1999 Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tapiz-1999-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Tapiz
,Red,Spain,"There's just something our tasters found hard to handle in this Syrah, made under Michel Rolland's direction, in central Spain. An odd note described variously as fishy, algae-like or varnishy covered the dark-berry fruit. An ashy element on the palate and a thin, oily finish with light cherry fruit peeking through closes it. Tasted twice.",Dominio de Valdepusa,34,83,Central Spain,Vino da Mesa de Toledo,,Marques de Griñon 1999 Dominio de Valdepusa Syrah (Vino da Mesa de Toledo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-grinon-1999-dominio-valdepusa-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vino-mesa-toledo/,Syrah,1999,Marques de Griñon
13,Red,Spain,"Starts weak, offering little more than watery vanilla, cherry and tobacco aromas, but gradually builds through the palate until it finishes with juicy cherry fruit tinged with chocolate.",Tinto Joven,11,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Vega Privanza 1999 Tinto Joven  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-privanza-1999-tinto-joven-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Vega Privanza
15,Red,US,"Smells simple, with candy-jammy wild-berry and tar aromas and an earthy, stemmy streak. The flavors are sweetly berryish, with a simple structure and soft tannins and acidity.",Terra D'Oro,18,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1998 Terra D'Oro Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1998-terra-doro-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,1998,Montevina
,Red,Spain,"Even the winemaking wizardry of Peter Sisseck couldn't save this vintage. Aromas of red earth and tobacco give way to overripe, stewed and raisiny fruit flavors that show the alcohol. Finishes a bit sour, with cooked-fruit flavors.",Crianza,30,83,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Hacienda Monasterio 1997 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-monasterio-1997-crianza-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1997,Hacienda Monasterio
13,White,US,"There's not much to the aroma except for thin lemon notes, but it picks up some pretty citrus and peach flavors in the mouth. Finishes with a nice, clean, slightly off-dry spiciness.",,10,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 2000 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Château Julien
13.5,White,Argentina,"Light whiffs of melon with stronger hints of celery and green pepper. Sweet and tart, tasting of lemon-lime and green apples. An appetizer wine that could work with seafood. Very acidic.",,8,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Bodega Norton 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodega-norton-2000-sauvignon-blanc-mendoza/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Bodega Norton
,White,US,"From the warmer Pope Valley, a ripe, limpid wine brimming with melon and citrus-peach flavors. It's soft, while a bit of lees aging provides tartness and creaminess.",Juliana Vineyards,12,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Audubon Cellars 2000 Juliana Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audubon-cellars-2000-juliana-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Audubon Cellars
12.5,White,US,"Herbaceous, wax-bean and grapefruity aromas introduce this soft, fruity, slightly sweet wine. The citrus and apple flavors are upfront and tasty, and it's very clean.",Coastal,8,83,California,California Other,California,Callaway 2000 Coastal Chenin Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-2000-coastal-chenin-blanc-other/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Callaway
12,Red,US,"A definite impression of fresh-baked bread highlights the nose, underscored with dill and charcoal. Though a fair amount of Merlot is grown in southern Oregon, it has yet to establish a clear-cut persona, and so it comes across as either light or thin or green or tannic, at least in comparison to Washington and California, where the grape shines. This is soundly made and perfectly drinkable, but it finishes with an earthy, herbal, sour note that is not attractive. I'm not sure this is the right grape in the right place.",Black Beauty,15,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 1997 Black Beauty Merlot (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1997-black-beauty-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Bridgeview
,White,US,"Appley, with citrus and peach flavors, and very dry. The clean fruit flavors are highlighted by refreshing acidity. It finishes on a sweet-spicy green-apple note.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 2000 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Woodbridge
13,Red,Argentina,"Solid and fruity, if a little muddled in the bouquet. Bold and full of black fruit on the palate, with a rich, round mouthfeel. Finishes with tannic grip and powerful oaky influences. Spicy and deep throughout.",Q,22,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Zuccardi 1998 Q Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zuccardi-1998-q-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1998,Zuccardi
,White,US,"A best seller in California because of its spicy, apply aromas and racy flavors. It finishes tart and spicy—very palate cleansing.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Tamás Estates 1999 Pinot Grigio (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Tamás Estates
,White,US,"Shows good varietal character in the citrus and apple aromas and flavors, framed by clean, refreshing acidity. The mouth-cleaning quality follows through the lemon-flavored, tart finish.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,RustRidge
,White,US,"From this family-owned winery comes an earthy, spicy wine with floral, passion-fruit and lemongrass aromas that drinks soft and fruity. The flavors suggest honey-baked apples drizzled with citrus juices, although it's basically dry. Lots of fun to drink.",,12,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Peirano 1999 Viognier (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peirano-1999-viognier-central-valley-lodi/,Viognier,1999,Peirano
,Red,US,"Light in color, with jammy, smoky aromas and ripe fruity flavors, soft tannins, and low acids. A pleasant, easy-to-drink wine.",Meadows Vineyard,20,84,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Pacific Star 1999 Meadows Vineyard Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-star-1999-meadows-vineyard-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,1999,Pacific Star
,White,US,"The aroma of wood dominates, with green, juicy notes and quite a bit of smoky char. Underneath all that is some citrus fruit, but not much. It drinks thin, especially in the middle palate, where it's watery. Picks up citrus flavors and tart acids on the finish.",,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Eagle & Rose Estate
,Red,US,"This light, fruity Pinot suggests strawberries, watermelon and other summer fruits. It's got a fair amount of tannin, but it is definitely a wine to sip, chilled, with picnic food on a warm spring/summer day.",,10,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Château Bianca
13.2,Red,US,"Smoky, brown-sugar and black-cherry aromas lead to a soft, berry-fruity wine that goes down nice and easy. Dry, with a spicy finish. This simple, likeable wine will go well with a wide variety of foods.",,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Sangiovese (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-sangiovese-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sangiovese,1999,Château Julien
13,Red,Australia,"This is typically Australian in its rich, outgoing fruit.  The density and concentration are all based around great black-fruit flavors, which give strength and power to the wine.  Delicious, soft tannins underpin it, but hardly affect the ripeness of the fruit.",,11,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Black Opal
14.1,Red,US,"Although this young wine is tough as nails right now, offering little more than espresso, spice and tart blackberries, it may improve with age. An intense wine that's clearly not for everyone.",Mac Gillivray Vineyard,23,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 1998 Mac Gillivray Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-1998-mac-gillivray-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1998,Justin
13,White,US,"Here's an herbaceous, lemony wine with those telltale cat aromas and flavors. In the mouth, it's clean and citrusy, with just enough acid to balance. Finishes dry and smooth.",,11,84,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Wildhurst 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-2000-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Wildhurst
,Red,US,"Packed with berry and spice aromas, this rustic wine has jagged tannins. It's your basic table red, with good acidity, alcohol, a deep color, and ripe flavors. Best of all, the price tag is just right.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Blackstone 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Blackstone
,White,US,"This wine has a bright, spicy attack in the aroma that is unmistakably Gewurztraminer. The fruit is ripe, almost fat, with a strong, spicy flavor in the mid-palate and a heaviness in the finish. There is also a little bit of heat, and a slight impression of sweetness from the fruit.",,9,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1999 Gewürztraminer (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1999-gewurztraminer-willamette-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Château Bianca
,Rose,US,"Sometimes you just want something fresh, fruity and cold on a hot summer day. Here's a raspberry-scented wine with dry berry flavors, and it's the prettiest salmon color. A slight effervescence adds zest.",Rosato,8,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montevina 2000 Rosato Nebbiolo (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2000-rosato-nebbiolo-sierra-foothills/,Nebbiolo,2000,Montevina
,White,US,"The underlying grape flavors are a little thin, suggesting peaches, but there's a ton of winemaker bells and whistles. French oak yields smoky, spicy, vanilla notes, while lees aging gives a creamy flavor and mouthfeel.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,13,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Audubon Cellars 1998 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audubon-cellars-1998-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Audubon Cellars
,Red,US,"Sierra Foothills Zins can be high-alcohol and a bit clumsy. This starts out with jammy, tomato, meaty aromas, and turns unpleasantly hot in the mouth. The ripe, briary flavors are there, and it's very dry. Turns bitter and harsh in the finish.",Clockspring Vineyard,13,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Foothill Winery 1999 Clockspring Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-1999-clockspring-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Amador Foothill Winery
10,White,US,"Muller-Thurgau can be a delight in Oregon, but it can also easily miss the mark. This spritzy, sweet wine seems to dance to its own drummer, and should probably be chilled and enjoyed as an aperitif rather than with a meal. It's clean, fresh and tastes of melon and pears.",Muller Thurgau,9,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 2000 Muller Thurgau White (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-2000-muller-thurgau-white-southern-umpqua-valley/,White Blend,2000,Henry Estate
13,White,US,"This is a straightforward, buttery, barrel-fermented style of Chardonnay. Butterscotch and roasted nuts rule the day, with some very soft hints of ripe apple as a nod to the fruit. If you really like oak, this is the Chardonnay for you, at a fair price.",Barrel Fermented,15,84,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-southern-umpqua-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Henry Estate
14.3,White,US,"Sappy, lemon-bright flavors characterize this clean, refreshing wine, along with enough acidity to make it zesty and alive. Barrel fermentation adds creaminess, and there's a long, sweetish spiciness in the finish.",,16,84,California,Napa,Yountville,M. Cosentino 2000 Pinot Grigio (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-yountville/,Pinot Grigio,2000,M. Cosentino
,Red,France,"Cherry, meat, vanilla and anise aromas lead the way for more cherry and mineral flavors, plus some pomegranate. Light to medium-bodied in the mouth, though slightly tannic, it finishes with more cherry, cedar and a slight acidic bite.",,8,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Louis Latour 1999  Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1999-gamay-villages/,Gamay,1999,Louis Latour
13.5,Rose,US,"Light cherry and herb flavors are couched in moderate body. This is a light, textured wine for simple quaffing. Try it on the rocks or as an apéritif. Seafood and poultry would also make good matches.",Wild Hare,15,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Lang & Reed 2000 Wild Hare Cabernet Franc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lang-reed-2000-wild-hare-cabernet-franc-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Franc,2000,Lang & Reed
,White,US,"With a bit of residual sugar, it tastes slightly sweet, with aromas and flavors of honey, citrus fruits, and riper notes of apricot. Stunning acidity makes it tingle on the tongue. This fresh wine will be nice with ripe fruits.",Coastal,9,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal Johannisberg Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-riesling-johannisberg-central-coast-monterey-county/,Johannisberg Riesling,2000,Robert Mondavi
,White,US,"This first release from these growers-turned-vintners is a pretty good value. It starts with earthy apple and peach aromas and leads to fresh apple and stone-fruit flavors. A pleasantly fruity, everyday wine with zesty acidity that keeps things lively and fresh.",,10,84,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Van Ruiten-Taylor 1999 Chardonnay (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-ruiten-taylor-1999-chardonnay-central-valley-lodi/,Chardonnay,1999,Van Ruiten-Taylor
15.1,Red,US,"From old vines, a fruity wine brimming with wild berry flavors and earthy, spicy notes. It's dry and soft, although there's a sturdy backbone of tannins to stand up to barbecue.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Château Souverain 1999 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1999-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Château Souverain
13.5,Red,US,"This South Central Coaster's tart cherry-rhubarb fruit wears a lot of wood and an odd briney (to some), wet-furry (to others) veil. The palate shows cedar and chocolate notes, but in this case the whole is less than the sum of its parts. Slightly syrupy, it finishes short, a mix of parts that don't cohere that well",Reserve,30,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 1998 Reserve Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1998,Curtis
13.9,Red,US,"Blackberry and tarragon, sour berry and nougat aromas have promise but are marred by volatile acidity expressed as a strong alcohol-acetone element. In the mouth, it is medium-weight and  smooth, but has a somewhat hard feel, with tart cherry and leather flavors. Finishes slightly sharp, with edgy tannins that may smooth out with a year or two of aging. It will always be on the lean side.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Selby 1999 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,Selby
,White,US,"A flowery, honeyed wine, framed by moderate toasty oak. Fruity, with apple and peach flavors and riper notes of tropical fruits. High acidity makes it zesty and clean. There's a trace of sugar on the finish.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Seghesio 2000 Arneis (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-2000-italian-white-arneis-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Arneis,2000,Seghesio
13.5,White,US,"A pleasant enough wine, with melon and apple flavors at its core.  Round and smooth on the finish",Oakley - Vin Blanc,9,84,California,California Other,California,Cline 2000 Oakley - Vin Blanc White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-2000-oakley-vin-blanc-white-other/,White Blend,2000,Cline
,White,US,"Pleasant and crisp, this easy-drinking wine has apple and peach flavors and just a tad of sugar. Its ripe, pretty flavors will go well with fresh fruits or grilled fish.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 2000 Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-2000-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,2000,Gainey
14.1,Red,US,"Decidedly grapey aromas and flavors abound here--it's wine, yes, but somehow the grapiness got to us. Aromas are so sweet and fruity that they are almost liquerish; mouthfeel is full, though slightly hot. Stemmy, citrusy and metallic flavors also make appearances on palate and finish.",Wylie-Fenaughty,32,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Edmunds St John 1999 Wylie-Fenaughty Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-1999-wylie-fenaughty-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1999,Edmunds St John
,White,US,"This is a straightforward, off-dry style of Riesling, with ripe fruit and a nice balance of sugar and acids. There's a little bit of a resin scent in the nose, and a hint of soapiness in the mouth. The finish is soft and full.",,9,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Château Bianca 1999 Riesling (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-bianca-1999-riesling-willamette-valley/,Riesling,1999,Château Bianca
,Red,US,"Country-style, with berry and dust aromas and rough, fruity flavors. It's a bit scoury around the edge, but clean, with a sweet finish. A nice everyday wine at a fair price.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Blackstone 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Blackstone
12,Red,US,"This Pinot has a forward, spicy scent with some very pretty cranberry/black cherry fruit. It's front loaded for flavor, and falls off in the mid-palate. The finish is tannic and quite tough, suggesting the wine was left on the skins a bit too long.",,12,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 1999 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bridgeview
,Red,France,"This light Pinot's dry, sour-cherry fruit is offset by modest herb, earth and prune accents.  It's even, with a powdery, chalky feel, moderate acidity and slighly prickly back-end tannins.  Not deep or complex, nor is it green or sharp, just a bit simple, with a mineral-metallic note at the close.",,13,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 1999  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-1999-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1999,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
13.5,Red,US,"There's real varietal character here, with blackberry fruit that persists in the finish. It  has well-crafted tannins and a kiss of oak. Full-bodied and dry. Some overripe aromas and flavors of raisins, but overall it's a nice, inexpensive wine.",Coastal,11,84,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1999 Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1999-coastal-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Callaway
13.5,Red,US,"Indicative of the vintage, this wine is crafted of light fruit. There's only so much that oak can add to the thin, tart flavors. The result is astringent, with a bitter, almost Chianti-like finish. Rather like a Bordeaux from a poor year.",Grand Reserve,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1998 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1998-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"Sharp, earthy aromas of blackberries and licorice usher in this young, jammy wine. The flavors are forceful, with tons of extracted berry fruit—ripe and rich—but it tastes very dry, with scoury tannins.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Woodbridge
13.5,Red,Australia,"Lean in the mouth, with tart cranberry, pepper and cedar flavors, the Picardy finishes tart, with lemon and pepper flavors. Bouquet à la Salisbury steak, with gravy.",,28,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Picardy 1999 Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picardy-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,1999,Picardy
13.7,Red,US,"Classic Cab aromas, ranging from blackberry and cassis to an herbal, green-olive note. A slight daub of oak adds smoke. Fruity flavors are accompanied by sturdy but approachable tannins and adequate acidity.",Family Selection,14,84,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 1998 Family Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1998-family-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Trinchero
13,White,Argentina,"The distinct aroma of butterscotch plays heavily on the nose, followed by pear and nectarine flavors. Good, healthy acidity drives the flavors home. Finishes with equally full flavors and plenty of pop.",,7,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 2000 Chardonnay (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-2000-chardonnay-mendoza/,Chardonnay,2000,Santa Julia
13,Red,Argentina,"Strong oak along with some rubbery notes on the nose. It's positively woody from start to finish, with a taste profile of plummy fruit and black licorice. All in all it's typical of the grape type and region, but maybe a tad too woody.",Reserva,10,84,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 1999 Reserva Malbec (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-1999-reserva-malbec-mendoza/,Malbec,1999,Santa Julia
13.5,Red,US,"A creamy, hazelnut and berry nose opens this smooth wine. On the palate, though, the charred oak runs rampant over the cherry fruit, and the mouthfeel is thinner than we expected. Closes short, with more of the same flavors. Some good elements here, but the wine's ultimately a bit disjointed, and slightly hollow.",Dutton Estate - Gail Ann's Vineyard,24,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastopol 1999 Dutton Estate - Gail Ann's Vineyard Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-1999-dutton-estate-gail-anns-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Sebastopol
13.5,White,US,"Extreme leesiness marks this dry, astringent wine. It's light on fruit, with the suggestion of peaches and grapefruit, while those cheesy-leesy notes provide most of the aromas and flavors. Not bad for the price, though.",Coastal,10,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Coastal Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-coastal-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
13.2,Red,US,"This wine's tart black fruit core wears smoky, ashy accents. But most of all it sports a tart, heavy green-pea mantle. The mouthfeel is smooth and easy, the finish long, sweet and sour and slightly metallic. But the pervasive vegetal-herbal cloak keeps the fruit at bay.",,24,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Robert Pecota 1999 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pecota-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,1999,Robert Pecota
,White,US,"Aggressively grassy, with hay and grapefruit flavors dominating this bone-dry, somewhat acidic wine. Yet, the tart crispness and scouring mouthfeel are refreshing and palate cleansing. Try it on a summer evening with grilled veggies and goat cheese.",Coastal,9,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 2000 Coastal Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-2000-coastal-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Robert Mondavi
13,Red,Spain,Seems almost Port-like at first; it's slightly hot on the nose. Clove and cinnamon elements combine with toast and vanilla to carry the flavors into a cedary finish. Not a stainless-steel jóven,Tinto Jóven,13,84,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pago de los Capellanes 1999 Tinto Jóven  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pago-los-capellanes-1999-tinto-joven-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,1999,Pago de los Capellanes
,Red,US,"Fairly dark in color for this varietal, with pronounced aromas of dark stone fruits, red berries and blackberries, alongside earthy, mushroomy notes and some oak shadings. Fairly earthy and herbal on the palate, with tomato juice and plum flavors. Acidity and tannins contribute to a short, tart finish.",Il Palio,16,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 1999 Il Palio Sangiovese (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1999-il-palio-sangiovese-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sangiovese,1999,Martin & Weyrich
13.8,White,US,"Starts with telltale aromas of wild-flowers, honey, peach, apricot and spices, and turns very flavorful on the palate. There's a burst of exotic fruit and spices, but it's nicely dry and somewhat soft.",,11,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 2000 Gewürztraminer (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-2000-gewurztraminer-sonoma-county/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Kenwood
14.2,Red,US,"Woody and floury, marked by herbs and licorice (maybe the herb is tarragon?) and a tart, old-wood, dusty quality that finishes with some bitter-chocolate notes.",Calif,25,84,California,California Other,California,Hunt Cellars 1997 Calif Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1997-calif-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1997,Hunt Cellars
,White,US,"There's a surprising amount of tannin and a hard, almost bitter edge to this wine, rather than the floral scents and elegance one associates with Viognier. The fruit definitely carries a citrus kick, with plenty of acid, perhaps too much. But with the right food — fresh Northwest oysters spring to mind — it could be just right.",,18,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eugene Wine Cellars 1999 Viognier (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugene-wine-cellars-1999-viognier-other/,Viognier,1999,Eugene Wine Cellars
13.8,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc stays true to the grassy, citrusy expression of this variety, with bright, focused aromas and flavors of lemons, although a small amount of Chardonnay adds an apply note. It's not quite dry, and a soft roundness adds to the impression of sweetness.",,12,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Château Souverain
13.5,White,US,"Here's a tightly wound Chard with scads of acidity, so much that it seems to tingle on the tongue. The aromas and flavors are of green apples and buttered toast. Crispy clean wine, and very refreshing.",,17,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1999 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1999-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Handley
12.7,Red,Spain,"There's a distinctively earthy cast to the black-cherry aromas and flavors and welcome hints of meat and smoke as well. Somehow manages to be full-bodied, full of roasted fruit flavors while lacking a bit of depth. Finishes with tobacco, espresso and bitter chocolate notes. Drink now with grilled meats.",,14,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdubón 1999  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdubon-1999-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Valdubón
,White,US,"Atypical for a California Viognier, with citrus and honey flavors. You might mistake it for a Sauvignon Blanc, but it's nonetheless tasty and refreshing. Polished, rich and balanced. Serve it well chilled with a mango salsa.",,19,85,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 2000 Viognier (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-2000-viognier-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Viognier,2000,Renaissance
9.2,White,US,"Delightfully fruity, with the freshest scents of peaches, flowers and smoky honey. It's pretty sweet, but the peach flavors are balanced by crisp acidity and an ultraclean feel. Finishes sweet and spicy.",,5,85,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 2000 Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-2000-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,2000,Sutter Home
12.8,White,US,"The attractive passion-fruit, honey, fig and tangerine aromas lead to a pleasantly fruity, soft wine, with a bit of sweetness. The finish is spicy, with the essence of ripe tree fruits lingering.",,6,85,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 2000 Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-2000-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Sutter Home
13.5,Red,US,"This is a light, pleasant Merlot with cherry, herb and cedar aromas and flavors and a smooth mouthfeel. Evenly textured, but lacks that extra depth to push it to higher levels of quality. Finishes a little short, with a peppery tang and modest tannins.",,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1994 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1994-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1994,Rutherford Hill
13.6,Red,US,"Really interesting on the nose, with funky aromas of geranium and tomato leaves, smoke, horse stable and strawberries. The mouthfeel is creamy, but the flavors turn toward tomato and rhubarb, finishing a bit sour and tart.",,25,85,California,California Other,California,Goosecross 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goosecross-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Goosecross
,White,US,"Here's a delicious summer sipper that's affordable, too. It's brimming with rich floral, citrus and vanilla aromas. Very bright and fruity, with soft tannins and a pretty bite of crispness.",,12,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 2000 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Flora Springs
13.3,White,US,"Grassy, grapefruit and melon aromas, with hints of apples and smoke, lead to dry, tart, citrus flavors in the mouth. The acidity is adequate to make things lively and refreshing in this clean, balanced wine.",,10,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Clos du Bois 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-2000-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Clos du Bois
,Red,Spain,"The smoky, floral aromas are pretty, but the wine shows a bit of age on the palate, where the cherry fruit seems a bit faded and light. Mature; drink now.",Reserva,18,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arroyo 1995 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arroyo-1995-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1995,Arroyo
14.5,White,US,"Opens with floral, citrus aromas enriched with a streak of smoky honey. Smooth and crisp, with peach and spiced-apple flavors. Finishes with a spicy, rich aftertaste.",Coastal - Reserve,15,85,California,California Other,California,Callaway 2000 Coastal - Reserve Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-2000-coastal-reserve-viognier-other/,Viognier,2000,Callaway
,White,US,"Bridgeview is in southern Oregon, near the California border, and its hot climate vineyards are closer in style to Washington than to the Willamette valley wineries to the north. This is a well-made budget Chardonnay, that delivers crisp fruit, a fresh, clean palate impression, and a bit of a mineral flavor in the finish. It's a useful style that foregoes the richer pleasures of barrel fermentation and oak aging in favor of a food-friendly wine at an affordable price. Best Buy.",,7,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 1999 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Bridgeview
,White,France,"Ripe, but not sweet, this is definitely chardonnay, and definitely bot new World style.  Opening aromas of mild spices, hay and melon segue to nutmeg and toast on the even palate.  Finishes tangy, showing modest length and a touch of warmth, with cinnamon and faint burnt-sugar notes.",,11,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Bouchard Aîné & Fils 1999  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-aine-fils-1999-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,1999,Bouchard Aîné & Fils
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty cherry and herb flavors course through this medium-bodied Merlot. Tannins are a trifle coarse, but the ensemble makes a pleasing quaff.",,13,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Baron Herzog 1999 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1999-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1999,Baron Herzog
13.5,Red,US,"Minty-menthol, cedar and mixed-berry flavors preface a palate where bright berries and heavy oak flavors compete for top billing. Medium-weight and tannic in the mouth, this Syrah finishes with lots of dry tannins, and bitter-coffe and steeped-tea flavors.",,30,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Barnard Griffin
13,Red,US,"Has everything you want in a good red table wine; Good color, nice fruity-berry aromas, fine, ripe flavors, a dry, rich texture and creamy tannins to cut through sturdy foods. This likeable wine makes for good everyday drinking and won't break the bank.",Coastal,11,85,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1999 Coastal Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1999-coastal-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Callaway
14.5,Red,Argentina,"Argentina's wines are, it seems, as meaty as its national dishes. This Mendoza Reserva shows roast beef, spice and smoke on the nose, and a full, rich, even mouthfeel. The palate delivers dark oak, blackberry and meat flavors with a healthy dose of black pepper. Finishes dark and peppery, with decent length.",Reserva,13,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 1998 Reserva Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-1998-reserva-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1998,Finca Flichman
14,Red,Australia,"Here's a sweet, easy-drinking Shiraz that's made to please the masses. Candied red-berry fruit is laced with caramel and toasty oak. Hints of black pepper on the nose and finish remind you that you're drinking Shiraz.",Deen De Bortoli Vat 8,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,De Bortoli 1999 Deen De Bortoli Vat 8 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoli-1999-deen-de-vat-8-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,De Bortoli
13.6,Red,US,"A lean but smooth, herb-tinged red cherry and ripe tomato profile marks this distinctive wine. In some ways a bit Pinot-like, it has a lively mouthfeel. Finishes tart, with leather and oregano accents on the moderately long finish.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Crystal Valley Cellars 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crystal-valley-cellars-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Crystal Valley Cellars
14,Red,Australia,"Complex, with horsey, leathery notes alongside roasted nuts, cedar and coffee. But where's the fruit? It's like it got lost in an oak forest on the way to the bottle. Still, our more oak-tolerant panelist loved this wine, so if you're into Quercus maximus you may find our panel score stingy.",,19,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Voyager Estate 1999 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voyager-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,1999,Voyager Estate
14.4,Red,Australia,"An overly woody almost sawdust-like nose yields to allow sweet-and-sour dark berry fruit to come forward. This raspberry-cedar tinged wine shows medium acidity and weight, closing with pepper and chalk notes and firm tannins.",,20,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,M.Brown 1998 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mbrown-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,M.Brown
12,Red,Italy,"This simple, light quaff combines bright cherries and milk chocolate in a squeaky clean wine that should have broad appeal. Citrusy acidity gives zip and length to the finish.",,8,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Toscolo 2000  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-2000-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,2000,Toscolo
13.4,Red,US,"The Australian name is employed by this inexpensive, cranberry-rhubarb, tart, light red. It feels trim with some nice mild licorice-anise notes and a slight chalkiness that adds a little texture. It's not bad, but more ripe fruit is needed to get it above simply good.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Talus 1999 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Talus
12.5,Red,Australia,"Dark cherry fruit wrangles with a lavish oaking on the nose and palate. The wine is light-weight considering its dark profile, and the fruit, with its cinnamon-clove accents, just just can't compete with the dominant woodiness. Ends short with a bit of pepper.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Barwang 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Barwang
12.9,Red,US,"Stewed fruit, Play-Doh and herb-meets-kelp notes lead into an equally bizarre blend of vegetal, rhubarb and soy flavors. Mouthfeel is tart, as is the finish.",,9,82,California,California Other,California,Campus Oaks 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campus-oaks-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Campus Oaks
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Dangerously stinky, with aromas of unclean stable and sweaty horses. Worse, it doesn't redeem itself in the mouth.",,15,80,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 1998 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1998,Simonsig
12,Red,France,"The dilute, grapey flavors are candied, and a pile of charred lumber doesn't make them go down any easier. A simple wood-and-juice quaff.",,7,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mont Saint-Vincent 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-saint-vincent-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Mont Saint-Vincent
14.2,Red,US,"There's fruit on the nose, but it's more sweet Hawaiian Punch than complex berry. Bright raspberry plus a vanilla extract note on the palate confirmed tasters' initial juicy impressions. It incongruously finishes rather dry, with cedar and metal notes.",,17,81,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Coyote Creek 1999 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coyote-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Coyote Creek
13.6,Red,Australia,"After a few minutes, the tight nose reveals hints of smoke, anise and cream. Thin on the palate, with lemony-oak and lean fruit flavors. Finishes short and tangy, with some pepper and caramel.",,10,81,South Australia,South Australia,,Buckeley's 2000 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buckeleys-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Buckeley's
12,Red,France,The core of plummy fruit in this kosher Syrah has an odd combination of lemony tartness and an almost Band-Aid flavor. One taster perceived an unusual green olive-caper note which doesn't necessarily help things. Offers a wood-accented sour lemon finish.,,11,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Abarbanel 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Abarbanel
13.5,Red,US,"Though the nose displays interesting smoke, game and nutty notes, there's also a skunky element that put off many tasters. The very dark, narrow palate shows faint black cherry and licorice notes, but is more espresso than anything else. There's just not enough fruit.",Johnson Vineyard,16,81,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Coulson Eldorado 1999 Johnson Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coulson-eldorado-1999-johnson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Syrah,1999,Coulson Eldorado
13,Red,Italy,"A serious and structured wine, N'Antia shows spicy black cherry and tobacco aromas, and plenty of toasty new oak as well. It's firm and somewhat tight right now, with bitter chocolate, cherry and mineral flavors peeking through the oaky frame. More of the delicate cherry fruit starts to emerge on the finish. A year or two of bottle age will bring this beauty around",N'Antia,30,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Badia di Morrona 1997 N'Antia Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-morrona-1997-nantia-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Badia di Morrona
,White,Italy,"This mostly Chardonnay white is from TuscanyæSant'Antimo is the DOC for nontraditional wines from the village of Montalcino. Dry apple flavors are deftly melded with toasty oak, while Sauvignon Blanc and Traminer in the blend add character and interesting flavor accents. Finishes long and spicy, with elegant oak notes.",Le Grance Sant'Antimo,25,91,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Tenuta Caparzo 1997 Le Grance Sant'Antimo White (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-caparzo-1997-le-grance-santantimo-white-tuscany/,White Blend,1997,Tenuta Caparzo
13.5,Red,Italy,"Barolo isn't known for producing ready-to-drink wines, but this one is already showing signs of maturity and should be consumed soon. Aromas of earth and cherries turn complex with airing, taking on strong licorice and fruitcake scents as well. The tannins on the long finish are soft and ripe.",,34,91,Piedmont,Barolo,,Sant'Evasio 1995  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santevasio-1995-red-barolo/,Red Blend,1995,Sant'Evasio
,Red,Italy,"Immediately impressive, with an ultraripe nose of blackcurrants, nuts and blueberries. The flavors follow suit, giving the palate a dense black plum and cocoa coating. Fat and plush, with very broad, well-structured tannins, this is tempting now, and should be even better in three to five years. Cellar Selection.",Costasera,41,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Masi 1997 Costasera  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1997-costasera-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1997,Masi
,Red,US,"Opaque and full-scale, this plush wine has deep cassis and tobacco aromas. Yes, there's an intense amount of cedar and vanilla oak, but it's well married to the deep black-currant fruit. Finishes long and dense, with firm tannins and chocolate notes. Age for two or three years; should keep for a decade or more. Cellar Selection.",Estate,36,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 1998 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-1998-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kirkland Ranch
13,Red,Italy,"Antinori turns an impressive hat trick with another winning offering. Full cherry-plum and chocolate flavors display an intriguing olive-herb note. It's plush on the tongue, with round, supple tannins; the black fruit and tobacco flavors flow effortlessly into the long finish with its full, mouth-coating tannins.",Guado al Tasso,80,91,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Antinori 1997 Guado al Tasso  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1997-guado-al-tasso-red-bolgheri/,Red Blend,1997,Antinori
14,Red,Italy,"This Piedmontese blend of 80% Nebbiolo and 20% Barbera is strongly marked by new wood, which, in this instance, imparts a smoky, meaty character to the aromas of cherries and berries. The bright fruit flavors later fold in cocoa notes and finish long and tart, with an undercurrent of dried brush and herb that adds complexity. Hold til 2005.",Buio,35,91,Piedmont,Langhe,,Enzo Boglietti 1998 Buio Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-1998-buio-red-langhe/,Red Blend,1998,Enzo Boglietti
14,Red,Italy,"Barbera has an uneven record, but the best can be quite impressive, and this is a fine example. From the opening notes to the long finish, it offers loads of cherry, spice and vanilla. Well-balanced, with medium body, soft tannins and good acid, this handsomely crafted wine should provide great drinking over the next two to six years.",,37,92,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Monti 1999  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monti-1999-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Monti
,Red,Italy,"The flagship of the Feudi fleet, this powerful wine is 70% Aglianico and 30% Merlot, Shiraz and Piedirosso. The wine is complex from the start with cherry, plum, chocolate, black pepper and toasted oak. With standing, even more nuances appear. On the palate, it is rich and robust—the tannins just need a little softening. The persistent finish replicates the initial aromatics. A true tour de force. Cellar Selection.",Serpico,60,92,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1997 Serpico Aglianico (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1997-serpico-italian-red-aglianico-campania/,Aglianico,1997,Feudi di San Gregorio
13,Red,US,"A complex nose of earth, saddle leather, toast and cigar-box notes opens this impressive Cabernet. The deep cassis fruit wears tobacco and olive shadings. Beautifully balanced and classically structured, it finishes long with substantial but even tannins and blackberry and chocolate flavors. Editors' Choice.",Diamond Mountain Ranch,38,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1998 Diamond Mountain Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-diamond-mountain-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Sterling
14.5,Red,Italy,"Dried roses highlight the nose, followed by aromas of red berries, plums and mushrooms. Full-bodied and rich, this delivers layers of ripe fruit that turn chocolatey on the finish, where firm tannins take hold. Should be long-lived; try this Ceretto wine in 2010 or beyond.",Prapó,74,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 1997 Prapó  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1997-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Ceretto
14.5,Red,Italy,"Already complex, this cru Barolo from Ceretto is packed with exotic aromas and flavors that range from pipe tobacco, cedar and cherries to tar, earth and mushrooms. A licorice or tarragon note pulls it all together. This is a full yet balanced wine that should age well for a couple of decades.",Bricco Rocche,147,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 1997 Bricco Rocche  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1997-bricco-rocche-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Ceretto
14,Red,Australia,"This lush, full-throttle Cab is organically grown and includes 14% Petite Verdot. Intense mint, chocolate and blueberry aromas waft out of the glass. It's firm and tightly structured, but at once evenly textured and mouthfilling. Layers of tobacco, more mint, leather, chocolate and blueberry flavors coat the palate. Hardy tannins will soften with cellaring, but the fruit/acid/tannin balance is very good. It finishes long and complex, with that blueberry note. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,16,93,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Temple Bruer 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/temple-bruer-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-langhorne-creek/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Temple Bruer
13.5,Red,Italy,"Reticent at first, the elements show their complexity and depth with time. Full and very dark, this offers plenty of black cherry and cedar aromas and flavors offset by impressive licorice and Mouton-like pencil-lead notes. Smooth on the palate, showing great balance and integration, the ripe fruit here sings through the long finish with its soft tannins, good grip and tobacco-nut-mineral-dust accents. Cellar Selection.",Tignanello,80,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antinori 1997 Tignanello Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1997-tignanello-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Antinori
13.5,Red,Italy,"Top-echelon, with a stunning purity and depth of layered fruit both sensuous and intellectually appealing. The dark cherry and plum core is oak-enveloped with rarely seen seamlessness, while the big but supple mouthfeel belies the wine's profound power and structure. A classic effort marked by perfect fruit-to-acid balance, firm, refined tannins and a seemingly endless finish. Editors' Choice.",Solaia,115,97,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antinori 1997 Solaia Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1997-solaia-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1997,Antinori
13.9,Red,US,"Sour briny, fishy aromas open onto a palate with light berry fruit and dusty earth flavors. Finishes dry, with some peppery notes. Very simple, and very dull.",,14,80,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 1999 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1999,McDowell
14.5,Red,South Africa,"Reviewers debated whether this bouquet was more redolent of cardboard, green beans or fresh fish. In any case, the vegetal-tanginess that the aromas promise shows up again on the palate. Finishes sharp, with tobacco notes.",,20,80,Swartland,,,Spice Route 1999 Shiraz (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spice-route-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-swartland/,Shiraz,1999,Spice Route
12.9,Red,South Africa,"Tart, tart, tart. Did we mention tart? There's just not much here other than acidity.",Bayview,10,80,Stellenbosch,,,Longridge 1999 Bayview Syrah (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-1999-bayview-shiraz-syrah-syrah-stellenbosch/,Syrah,1999,Longridge
13.5,Red,France,"Under a veil of skunk cabbage, there's a wine waiting to emerge—but when it does, there's not much to it. Bland, earthy and tart, with dull red fruit. Pass.",Espérance Pic Saint-Loup,15,80,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Valflaunès 1999 Espérance Pic Saint-Loup Syrah (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-valflaunes-1999-esperance-pic-saint-loup-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coteaux/,Syrah,1999,Château de Valflaunès
13,Red,France,"Grassy, hay-like aromas vie with scents of sweaty gym clothes in this light, tart Syrah. Barely acceptable.",Prestige,10,80,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Louis Mousset 1999 Prestige Syrah (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-mousset-1999-prestige-shiraz-syrah-syrah-cotes/,Syrah,1999,Louis Mousset
13,Red,Australia,"Loads of burned licorice, smoke and petroleum aromas here—if you're a non-smoker, you should probably steer clear of the ashy bouquet. Ashy, sour cranberry and citrus notes dominate the palate, and the medium-length finish.",,13,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Cedar Creek 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Cedar Creek
13,Red,Australia,"Sawdust and cardboard flavors obscure what simple fruit this wine shows. Bubble bath, grape Hi-C and toast aromas open this thin offering.",,13,81,Victoria,Victoria,,Windy Peak 2000 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windy-peak-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,2000,Windy Peak
13.8,Red,US,"A wine of contrasting parts that just don't seem to cohere—hot, sweet and salty, weedy and tangy, smoky and metallic. The tart fruit is a bit indistinct and the wood and fruit aren't well integrated. Disappointingly narrow and sourly fruited.",,20,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bedford Thompson 1998 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedford-thompson-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1998,Bedford Thompson
12.5,Red,France,"Stewed dark fruit with leather and spice accents show on the nose of this angular, narrow wine. Very dry on the tongue, it offers black coffee and smoke flavors and high acidity. A taut finish closes this lean machine.",,13,81,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Louis Bernard 1999  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-bernard-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Louis Bernard
14.5,Red,US,"Dank, rhubarb-meets-seaweed aromas open onto a blackberry-and-oak palate with a hard mouthfeel. Finish is dry, dull and tart.",Purple Peacock,18,81,California,California Other,California,Pavona 1999 Purple Peacock Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavona-1999-purple-peacock-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Pavona
13.4,Red,Australia,"Although one taster felt this wine was much better than this rating, majority rules. The meaty, peppery aromas and a sharp herbal edge to the flavors were too much for the rest of our panel, who found it chemical and vegetal.",,15,81,Victoria,Bellarine Peninsula,,Bellarine Estate 1999 Shiraz (Bellarine Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellarine-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bellarine-peninsula/,Shiraz,1999,Bellarine Estate
12.5,Red,France,"An example of the new style of wines that are beginning to emerge from the Languedoc: Rather than the sour, earthy wines of the past, the focus is on the fruit, which is bouncy and sweet. Flavors of grapes, bananas and bubble gum mark this as a Beaujolais-style Syrah best consumed slightly chilled.",,7,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Georges Duboeuf
14,Red,South Africa,There's a slight acrid tinge to the primarily woody nose and the fruit on the palate is tart and thin. Pleasant leathery and dried-spice notes partially redeem it.,,13,82,Constantia,,,Groot Constantia 1999 Shiraz (Constantia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groot-constantia-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-constantia/,Shiraz,1999,Groot Constantia
14,Red,Australia,"Redbank? More like redwood. Though most reviewers found cedar and toast to be the predominant flavors and aromas in the Fighting Flat, others identified pleasing spice and coffee notes on the nose, and cherry and cocoa flavors on the palate. Finishes tart, with—you guessed it—dry, smoked-wood flavors.",Fighting Flat,15,82,Victoria,King Valley,,Redbank 1999 Fighting Flat Shiraz (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-1999-fighting-flat-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-king-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Redbank
13,Red,US,"Dark cherry and cream cheese-like aromas open onto a palate chock full of tart cherry, tangy oak and mint flavors. It's got moderate acidity, and a tangy, dry finish.",,17,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1999 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1999,Geyser Peak
13,Red,Argentina,"Lots of wood, camphor and decaying vegetables on the nose made this wine hard to like from the get-go. Mouthfeel is lean (some said thin), with tart berry fruit, musty cedar and white pepper flavors. There isn't much of a finish, but what's there is pretty woody.",Selección Especial,10,82,Other,Tulum Valley,,Graffigna 1999 Selección Especial Syrah (Tulum Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/graffigna-1999-seleccion-especial-shiraz-syrah-syrah-tulum-valley/,Syrah,1999,Graffigna
12.5,Red,South Africa,"This lightweight, juicy, organically farmed South African wine has a coffee edge to its tart berry fruit. Even on the palate, it turns harder on the finish with edgy, metallic tannins—too much for the weight and density of fruit.",Cape Soleil,12,82,Coastal Region,,,Natural State 1999 Cape Soleil Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/natural-state-1999-cape-soleil-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,1999,Natural State
13,Red,France,"From the irrepressible Randall Grahm's Languedoc label, this Syrah boasts aromas of sour berries, cedar and saddle leather that evolve on the palate into indistinct black murkiness. Narrowly constructed, with a tart, charcoally finish.",,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine des Blagueurs 1999 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-blagueurs-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,Domaine des Blagueurs
13.3,Red,South Africa,"Has what seems like grain-like aromas to go with grapey, blackberry-plum fruit. Turns tart and somewhat green on the palate, offering little more than tart berry and leafy flavors that turn lemony on the finish.",,14,82,Paarl,,,Backsberg 1998 Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,1998,Backsberg
12,Red,Morocco,"A slight saline quality marks the dark cherry fruit in one of our most exotic offerings, from Morocco. The sweet and sour stewed fruit doesn't show depth or enough definition. Turns hard, with a metallic note on the back end.",Special Cuvée,6,82,Beni M'Tir,,,Hickory Ridge 1999 Special Cuvée Shiraz (Beni M'Tir),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hickory-ridge-1999-special-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-beni-mtir/,Shiraz,1999,Hickory Ridge
13,Red,Australia,"Sutble aromas of infield dust, cedar and red clay plus dark fruit were, to all reviewers, too mute. So dark that it's nearly opaque purple-black, it shows burned oak, raisin and overripe berries on the palate. Finishes bland, with soy and mineral notes.",,14,82,Australia Other,South Australia-Victoria,,Owen's Estate 1999 Shiraz (South Australia-Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owens-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-victoria/,Shiraz,1999,Owen's Estate
12.5,Red,France,"On the earthy side, with aromas of damp wood and toast that far outweigh the modest blackberry fruit. It's medium weight, with a tart finish.",,7,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Baume 1998 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baume-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1998,La Baume
12.5,Red,France,"What flavors could be discerned on the closed, mute nose were akin to wet socks, flea powder, curry and tomato. Flavors are spicy, cherry and peppery, though somewhat green. Some called it “exotic;” others said “two percent fruit.” Finish fades fast.",,9,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Augustin Florent NV Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/augustin-florent-nv-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,,Augustin Florent
13,Red,US,"Red berry and cocoa aromas and flavors that have real appeal are undone by a vegetal, green-olivey element. It's a red that's just too green, as noted elsewhere here. Decent palate texture and black and white pepper on the back end just can't overtake the basic tart, green character.",California Cuvée,10,82,California,California Other,California,Castle Rock 1999 California Cuvée Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-rock-1999-california-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Castle Rock
13.5,Red,US,"Leather, damp soil and burned rubber aromas pointed tasters in the direction that the palate flavors would take: equally dark blackberry, burned toast and sour cherry. Finishes tart, with faint black-tea flavors.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Woodbridge
13,Red,France,"This lightweight, tart-cherry flavored wine displays some coffee and game notes on the nose. The aromas and flavors are correct, but it's a bit hollow. It lacks the body (and shows more sourness) that most enthusiasts would want from an inexpensive quaff.",Fat Bastard,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Thierry & Guy 2000 Fat Bastard Shiraz (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thierry-guy-2000-fat-bastard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-vin-pays-doc/,Shiraz,2000,Thierry & Guy
13.5,Red,US,"Rhubarb, sour herb and raisin aromas lead into smoke, ripe plum and Sweet Tart on the palate and on the finish. One reviewer called it “candy wine;” others found it a little thin.",Coastal,14,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1999 Coastal Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-coastal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,1999,Robert Mondavi
13.4,Red,US,"Slight cocoa, smoke and leather notes don't compensate for the essentially sour quality of the juice. There are blackberry flavors but they're lean; the mouthfeel is light and a bit thin. Closes with tangy, prickly tannins.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Turning Leaf 1999 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Turning Leaf
13.4,Red,US,"Even on the palate, yet overly tart with sour herb, green olive and leather accents marking the black fruit. Has a mineral-citrus tang, and the high acidity that shows in so many Washington Syrahs.",,14,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Washington Hills 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/washington-hills-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Washington Hills
13,Red,Australia,"Ripe red raspberries and vanilla aromas and flavors mingle easily in this soft, slightly candied wine that's best used as a bar pour or party wine. It goes down easy, just the ticket for the dozen beer-drinking buddies you're introducing to decent wine.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Carramar Estate 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carramar-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Carramar Estate
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Like many South African Shirazes, this one emphasizes the earthy, leathery side of the grape's flavor spectrum, with only hints of dark plum fruit. Still, the damp earth and hummus notes are pleasant, and the right food match (perhaps a grilled steak topped with chimichurri sauce) would help accentuate the fruit.",,13,83,Stellenbosch,,,Clos Malverne 1999 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-malverne-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1999,Clos Malverne
13.5,Red,US,"Shows some Syrah character in its initial aromas of smoke and boiled beef, but then takes on a grassy, herbal edge that refuses to yield. The medium-weight red berry fruit is overshadowed by rhubarb and herbs.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 1998 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1998,CK Mondavi
13.7,Red,US,"Coconut and toast from the very American oaking here predominate, with a hint of mint and faint wild berry flavors peeking through. Still, it's more espresso-like than overtly harsh, though puckery woody tannins rule on the back end.",French Camp Vineyard,12,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Buffalo Ridge 1999 French Camp Vineyard Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-ridge-1999-french-camp-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,1999,Buffalo Ridge
13,Red,Australia,"From a new growing region in Western Australia, this wine possesses mounds of menthol-scented oak, which ride heavy over the black cherry fruit. Finishes short, probably the result of young vines, but shows a glimmer of the potential that may exist in some of Australia's newer regions.",,17,83,Western Australia,Blackwood Valley,,Aquila 1999 Shiraz (Blackwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aquila-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-blackwood-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Aquila
13,Red,Australia,"The dark cherry currant and cocoa fruit has an overripe, candied quality. It's wrapped in deep caramel-toasted oak, and has a plump, rather sappy feel. Almost Port-like, it's sweet and herbal at once—it's a bit out there, but will have appeal for the adventurous.",Classic Reserve,9,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 1999 Classic Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-1999-classic-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1999,Angove's
13.6,Red,US,"Roasted cherry fruit here is light and overridden by gamy brett and metallic notes. The unyielding horsey element will be hard for most people to get past. It has character, but many tasters found the aromas difficult. A retaste confirmed the panel's initial findings.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brophy Clark 1999 Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1999,Brophy Clark
13,Red,South Africa,"Scents of sawdust, kiln-dried wood and scorched oak bring the lumberyard to life. There's some coffee and licorice at this wine's core, plus a beam of lemony acidity that helps keep it balanced. This is definitely a wine for oakophiles.",Cathedral Cellar,15,83,Coastal Region,,,KWV 1998 Cathedral Cellar Shiraz (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-1998-cathedral-cellar-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coastal-region/,Shiraz,1998,KWV
13.5,Red,US,"Overtly grapey aromas are joined by scents of fresh weed-whacker trimmings. Seems very soft in the mouth, with sour notes of camphor and toast joining in on the palate. Finishes short. Try slightly chilled, as you would a Beaujolais nouveau.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Camelot 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Camelot
12.5,Red,US,"Creamy vanilla, sweet caramel and candied berries add up to a wine designed for mass appeal and priced accordingly. It's smooth and goes down easy.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 1999 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,ForestVille
13,Red,US,"Though reviewers were quick to recognize big berry, grape and rhubarb flavors on the nose, they were just as quick to identify a greenness that followed through to the palate. (Cilantro? Green pea? You decide.) Add chalky, smoky, metallic flavors and a sharp, prickly finish, and, well, that's that.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Heron 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Heron
14.2,Red,US,"If by rock-n-roll, they mean simple, deep purple and edgy, Tobin James is going platinum. Deep black, grape and blackberry aromas smelled overripe and liqueur-ish to a few reviewers; the palate shows similarly deep blackberry, toast and licorice notes. Rough, tart finish shows a little white pepper.",Rock-N-Roll,16,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 Rock-N-Roll Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-rock-n-roll-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Tobin James
12.5,Red,Australia,"Jammy blue and blackberry fruit that might have grounded a rich, balanced wine is overwhelmed by a cedary element that enters early and doesn't leave. The mouthfeel is even, and the sweet-sour finish shows leathery notes, but the flavor range in this overoaked wine is reduced and woody.",Howard,20,83,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Evans Family 1998 Howard Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-family-1998-howard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Evans Family
12.5,Red,France,"The berry fruit is rather mute and marked by sour herb and woody accents. There's also a slight meatiness but the overall impression is thin. As with too many Southern French offerings, it needs more fruit density to be taken seriously. Closes short with very light licorice-vanilla notes.",,9,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Michel Picard 1999 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,Michel Picard
13,Red,Australia,"Smoke, herb, olive and menthol notes are carried on a lean frame of tart cherries and dark coffee that veers toward bitter chocolate and espresso. Finishes green and tannic; may improve slightly with short-term cellaring.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Stonehaven 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Stonehaven
12.5,Red,France,"Yet another tart red fruit-flavored Syrah from France's south. Touches of rhubarb and anise add a bit of interest. Balanced, but a touch dumb, it doesn't really go anywhere. Wood and licorice mark the close.",,8,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 1999 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,Les Jamelles
13.5,Red,US,"Now part of the Canandaigua Wine portfolio, Paul Thomas offers inexpensive varietals and blends such as this, a smoky, earthy take on Washington reds. The fruit shows some strawberry preserve flavors, along with might be called iron or mineral, or maybe simply earth. Coarse and roughly tannic in the finish.",,8,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Paul Thomas 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-thomas-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Paul Thomas
12.5,Red,US,"This simple, Chianti-like Shiraz shows cedar, blackberry and leather from start to finish. It's medium-weight, and has a dusty-cocoa bouquet, and a sweet, dried-spicy finish.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 1999 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Coastal Ridge
12.5,Red,US,"On the nose, apple and Concord grape aromas take on a stewed quality; add cream and graham cracker to the mix, and you've got a pretty sweet opening. Mouthfeel is soft and even, but perhaps hollow; palate and finish shows blackberry fruit, cocoa and toasted oak",Barrel Select,9,83,California,Central Valley,Stanislaus County,Rutherford Vintners 1999 Barrel Select Syrah (Stanislaus County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-vintners-1999-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-stanislaus-county/,Syrah,1999,Rutherford Vintners
12.5,Red,Argentina,"The berry–rhubarb fruit here shows a dry, sour note and also a slight mustiness. The mouthfeel is even and the wine has balance—it's not too short or too sharp—There's just not enough material here. Pepper and meat notes show on the short finish.",,6,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Escalera al Sol 1999 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/escalera-al-sol-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1999,Escalera al Sol
13.9,Red,Australia,"Though the nose has deep blackberry and blueberry aromas, some reviewers were turned off by what they describe as a lumbery-mallowy note. The palate shows loads of oak, plus Sweet-Tart and cranberry flavors. Mouthfeel is even, though a tad acidic; finishes with a tart, lemon-white pepper edge.",,16,83,South Australia,Riverland,,Ellen Landing 1999 Shiraz (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ellen-landing-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-riverland/,Shiraz,1999,Ellen Landing
13,Red,Argentina,"Superdark fruit—grape, prune and fig—meets chocolate and leather on the nose of this Argentine offering. More of the same show on the palate, where the mouthfeel is creamy, but on the lean side. Flash-finish has coffee-mocha notes.",Reserve,12,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Casa de Tango 1998 Reserve Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-tango-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1998,Casa de Tango
12.5,Red,US,"There's a bit of high-toned volatility in the nose, a hint of nail polish, and a light, strawberry quality to the fruit. The tannins are dense enough, but overall it's an unbalanced, slightly sweet wine which lacks focus.",,20,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Balcom & Moe 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balcom-moe-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Balcom & Moe
14,Red,Australia,"Blackberry and blueberry aromas are accented by hints of chocolate, cream and mint. Doesn't quite live up that promise in the mouth, where it turns simple and sweetly fruity.",,12,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Heritage Road 2000 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Heritage Road
14,Red,Australia,"Combines rhubarb and sour cherries with tobacco, vanilla and toast in a package that ultimately comes across as light, tart and herbaceous. Might lose some of that sour edge with another six months in the bottle, but this isn't one for long-term cellaring.",Thomas Mitchell,11,83,Victoria,Victoria,,Mitchelton 1999 Thomas Mitchell Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchelton-1999-thomas-mitchell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1999,Mitchelton
12.5,Red,France,"Decent plum and blueberry fruit bears too much mineral flavor and too much acidity for it to shine.The bouquet has appeal, but the wine turns decidedly sour on the palate, and shows edgy, almost furry tannins on the back end.",,8,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine Saint Vincent 2000 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-vincent-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,2000,Domaine Saint Vincent
12.9,Red,Australia,"One of several Aussie Shirazes we've tasted recently that combines cheesy lactic aromas with eucalyptus and sour berries. Some grapey, blackberry nuances on the finish and a smooth mouthfeel provide mass appeal.",,11,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Black Opal 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Black Opal
12.5,Red,Australia,"The whirl of conflicting aromas and flavors in this wine include lactic cream cheese and butter, medicinal menthol, eucalyptus and sour stewed berries. Still, the even, smooth mouthfeel makes it a decent bar glug.",,10,83,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Simon Gilbert 1999 Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-gilbert-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mudgee/,Shiraz,1999,Simon Gilbert
13.7,Red,US,"Another narrow, cranberry-tomato tartly-fruited red. A hint of sweet, sweaty leather (nicer than it sounds) and the round, smooth mouthfeel add some character here. But this finishes with prickly tannins and a slight metallic note. It needs more and deeper fruit.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Riverside 1997 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1997,Riverside
12.8,Red,US,"Dark, sour cherry fruit has clove and cardamom accents—but a green, almost seaweedy element comes on, staying too strong and too long. The fruit never really regains control in this lean wine, and it closes with a slightly hard, bitter herb edge.",,19,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Latah Creek 1999 Syrah (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/latah-creek-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Latah Creek
13.5,Red,France,"Violets, blueberries and meaty notes on the nose show promise, but open to a rather lean palate. The wine is dark but not deeply-fruited, instead, it's heavily oaked and displays hard acidity. Closes tart, with black coffee and green herb notes.",Apropos,8,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Le Faux Frog 1999 Apropos Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-faux-frog-1999-apropos-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,Le Faux Frog
12.5,Red,US,"Some reviewers called the aromas earthy; others called them “wet dog syndrome” and “flea powder.” The wine's flavors, though, show that they didn't name this winery Pepperwood Grove for nothing: it's got loads of black pepper, licorice, oak and espresso flavors. Finishes with requisite black pepper and oak.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Pepperwood Grove
13.8,Red,US,"Good elements work hard to stay in harmony here. The jammy berry aromas and flavors have a candied quality, yet also bear fairly strong herb-pine accents. With its soft palate-feel and low acidity, it's a bit sloppy, and ends somewhat greener and more tartly than expected.",Miramonte Vineyards Limited Bottling,15,84,California,South Coast,South Coast,Thornton 1999 Miramonte Vineyards Limited Bottling Syrah (South Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1999-miramonte-limited-bottling-shiraz-syrah-syrah-south-coast/,Syrah,1999,Thornton
13.5,Red,US,"Blackberry and cream, coffee and cola, but also an overt tartness to the fruit, was noted by tasters in this offering. The moderate, even mouthfeel opens to a tangy, anise-leather-tinged finish. A bit of a split decision. How you'll feel about this will depend on your palate for tart or sweet fruit.",,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Whidbey Island Winery 1999 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whidbey-island-winery-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,Whidbey Island Winery
13.5,Red,US,"From beginning to end, the Covey Run shows dark espresso-leather-soil and lots of sour cherry and blueberry flavors. It's a bit thin with moderate acidity, and has a dry, toasty espresso-like finish.",Barrel Select,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1998 Barrel Select Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-barrel-select-syrah-yakima-valley-11909/,Syrah,1998,Covey Run
13,Red,Australia,"A strong cedar component dominates tart blueberries and blackberries on the nose and in the mouth. Still, the mouthfeel is plush and soft, the finish long and creamy, making the overall package a pleasant one.",,18,84,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Cape Jaffa 1999 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-jaffa-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,1999,Cape Jaffa
14,Red,South Africa,"The opening aromas of dark berries and earth are marred by an odd briny note reminiscent of a wet bathing suit or raw clams. But once past that, there are sturdy flavors of espresso, dark toast and a pleasant sweet-and-sour quality. Finishes tannic and toasty.",,13,84,Coastal Region,,,Porcupine Ridge 2000 Syrah (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porcupine-ridge-2000-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coastal-region/,Syrah,2000,Porcupine Ridge
,Red,US,"Aromas of red and black berries are mingled with herbal, earthy ones. Earthy, simple and dry, but with nice structure. A good everyday wine for simple meals.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1999 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Forest Glen
13.7,Red,US,"Airy cedar, sunflower and cherry aromas prepare you for a round mouth full of dark fruit and toast. Finishes with same flavors that mouth offers, plus hints of chalk and lemon.",Sierra Series,12,84,California,California Other,California,Renwood 1999 Sierra Series Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1999-sierra-series-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Renwood
13.5,Red,US,"There's plenty of blackberry and cream on the nose here, mingled with a bit of cocoa and a distinctly green, herbal note. Tart blueberry, oak and caramel notes on the palate and a short, sweet-and-sour berry finish mark this simple, jammy Syrah.",Coastal,10,84,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Coastal Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-coastal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
13,Red,France,"This Minervois offering is on the thin side, but it offers comforting blackberry cobbler, chocolate and barbecue sauce aromas. The palate shows tangy oak, sour red berry and metallic notes; coffee and cedar round out the dry finish.",,9,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Domaine Borie de Maurel 1999 Syrah (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-borie-de-maurel-1999-syrah-minervois-12234/,Syrah,1999,Domaine Borie de Maurel
13.8,Red,South Africa,"Dominated by sweet sexy oak, this soft, creamy wine boasts aromas and flavors of caramel, nuts and chocolate—a sort of liquid Snickers bar that sneaks in a bit of dried plum flavor just to remind you that it's made from grapes.",,15,84,Paarl,,,Fairview 1999 Shiraz (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairview-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-paarl/,Shiraz,1999,Fairview
12,Red,France,"Whoever this Catherine is, she doesn't say very much, and what she does say, she doesn't say very loudly. More than one reviewer called this Syrah mute—but what flavors and aromas we could discern were nice. Grape, mulling-spice and pencil eraser notes whisper from the bouquet; black tea, blackberry fruit and leather resonate on the palate. Finishes short, dry and minerally.",,8,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Catherine de Saint-Juery 1998 Syrah (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/catherine-saint-juery-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coteaux/,Syrah,1998,Catherine de Saint-Juery
13,Red,Chile,"A distinctly menthol-herbaceousness dominates this bouquet; expect tart red berry and Sweet Tart aromas in supporting roles. Its mouthfeel is smooth and medium-weight, with espresso, blackberry and a bit of stemminess on the palate.",Barrel Selection Reserve,12,84,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 2000 Barrel Selection Reserve Syrah (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-2000-barrel-selection-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley/,Syrah,2000,Valdivieso
13.5,Red,US,"A sweet honeysuckle note on the nose adds an interestingtouch to this mid-weight, reserved wine. The red berry fruit bears tart lemon and herb accents on the palate. High acidity makes this best consumed with food—it's not a quaffer. Closes with a mineral note and a brisk acid sting.",Bacchus Vineyard,20,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 2000 Bacchus Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-2000-bacchus-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,2000,Glen Fiona
14.2,Red,US,"Most reviewers found the inky, sulphury, onion-ring aromas “hard to get past,” but once they did, they were glad to get to the deep, sweet blackberry juice that's topped by a dusty-soy note. Finishes with bitter chocolate and toast. It's sweet, though somewhat simple.",Select,13,84,California,California Other,California,Hess Collection 1998 Select Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-1998-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Hess Collection
13,Red,Australia,"A bland McIntosh apple-and-pistachio bouquet ushers you into a solid but uninspiring palate of dark black berry fruit, oak and anise. Wintergreen and oak flavors dominate the finish",Limited Release,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 1999 Limited Release Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-1999-limited-release-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1999,Oxford Landing
13.5,Red,US,"In this Syrah, dark blackberry fruit meets cough syrupy sweetness on the nose; in the mouth, sweet berry notes are concealed by cocoa, green apple and caper flavors. Mouthfeel is round, but the fruit tastes a little underripe and leaves you with a tart finish.",Coastal,12,84,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1999 Coastal Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1999-coastal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Callaway
13.5,Red,Australia,"This bright, deep ruby-colored wine exhibits a deep cherry, black pepper and smoke nose.  On the palate, there's good balance, medium body and a smooth mouthfeel that glides right into a long finish displaying the same flavors as the opening notes.  This is good everyday wine for Shiraz lovers.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Bulletin Place
,Red,US,"Maury Balcom planted his first vineyard 30 years ago, and has supplied fruit to dozens of wineries over the years, yet the home team seems to struggle to find its own identity. This is simple, uncomplicated red wine, fine for quaffing, but indistinguishable from dozens just like it.",,20,84,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Balcom & Moe 1998 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balcom-moe-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Balcom & Moe
13.6,Red,US,"Buckle up your chaps, enthusiasts, because this Syrah's got truckloads of leather on the nose. Tart blackberries and blueberries, plus herbs and cedar battle moderate acidity on the palate. Finishes Rhône-ish, with herbs, metal and unripe peach flavors.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Alterra 1998 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alterra-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1998,Alterra
13.5,Red,Australia,"A straightforward wine, even but rather thin, with the familiar dark berry-toast-licorice-espresso profile of so much heavily oaked Shiraz. Firm and tightly structured, with tangy tannins on the close",,20,84,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Petersons 1999 Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/petersons-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mudgee/,Shiraz,1999,Petersons
13.5,Red,US,"The blend includes 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc and even 1% Syrah (!) The nose shows a fair amount of wood and some herbal scents; the flavors are earthy, with hints of root and bark and leaf. But overall it's a well-balanced, hearty wine which, like the Covey Run, delivers the goods at a fair price.",,15,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Columbia Winery
13,Red,Australia,"Though some reviewers had trouble getting past the plum, cotton candy, mint and bologna nose, all agreed that the palate and finish had the trappings of a true fruit-bomb. Easy-to-quaff, slightly sweet red berry and vanilla palate flavors lasted through the red fruit-and-caramel finish",,6,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Marcus James 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcus-james-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Marcus James
14.3,Red,US,"Toasted marshmallows, cream cheese, baked apple and licorice on the nose lead into a mallowy, cardboard-woody palate with a hint of black berry flavor. Finishes short, with toasty-chalky sweetness.",,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Sketchbook 1997 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sketchbook-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1997,Sketchbook
13.5,Red,Australia,"Bright red fruit, cedar and creamy aromas on the nose tricked one reviewer into thinking that this bouquet smelled a little like stewy, fake fruit. A smooth, even mouthfeel compensates for the tart mocha-wood-pepper notes that obscure fruit on the palate. Minerals, chalk and tannins wrap it up.",,19,84,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Pikes 1999 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pikes-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Pikes
13,Red,South Africa,"An earthy, rustic wine, with mushroom and earth aromas that lead into leathery, sour-berry flavors on the palate. Coffee and cocoa notes add life to the finish. Complex, but not for fans of fruity wines.",,9,84,Western Cape,,,KWV 1999 Shiraz (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western-cape/,Shiraz,1999,KWV
14.3,Red,US,"A soft, generic red with pillowy caramel and vanilla shadings. Jammy blackberry fruit and hints of plums and licorice give it just enough character to make it commendable.",,19,84,California,California Other,California,Peachy Canyon 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Peachy Canyon
13.5,Red,US,"Very ripe—some tasters felt overtly overripe—aromas and flavors gave this wine a Port-like character. Prunes, figs and nuts, a supple, low-acid mouthfeel, and a long sweet-and-sour finish comprise an interesting, but not universally enjoyed package. A split decision, and very much a personal call.",,13,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Monterra 1998 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1998,Monterra
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Shiraz is a top-to-bottom berry bomb—it has bright, juicy black fruit aromas and flavors—but one reviewer thought it possibly overripe; another said that the berry fruit verged on the artificial. Finishes with red fruit, with a chalky overlay. A good starting place for novice wine enthusiasts.",,18,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Tahbilk 1998 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1998,Tahbilk
13.5,Red,Australia,"The jammy grapiness of this decent quaff is offset by violet and clove, a leathery touch and even a tangy, citrus note. It's lithe, maybe even lean for the flavor profile, with some black tea accents. Turns woodier on the back end, showing a peppery note as well.",Soldier's Block Vineyard,9,85,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Marktree 1999 Soldier's Block Vineyard Shiraz (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marktree-1999-soldiers-block-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-south-wales/,Shiraz,1999,Marktree
13.2,Red,Australia,"Smoothly integrated aromas of blackberry, licorice and toast leave your mouth watering, but the palate can't quite keep up, offering only simple grape and toast flavors that peter out all too quickly on the finish. A lighter Shiraz than we're accustomed to seeing from Australia.",,16,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 2000 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Margan
12.5,Red,Italy,"A value stalwart, this 100% Sangiovese blends leather, spice and tobacco with sour cherries on a lithe frame. Finishes with cinnamon, clove and orange-peel notes.",,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Monte Antico 1998 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-antico-1998-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Monte Antico
14,Red,US,"On nose, a core of ripe berry and black cherry fruit provides plenty of aroma and flavor. It struggles, though, with the heavy toast regime that ultimately holds it down. Good juice with herb shadings and plenty of grip, that regrettably closes woody and a bit drying.",,14,85,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,EXP 1999 Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/exp-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,1999,EXP
13.1,Red,US,"The tart-sweet cherry and blueberry fruit is enveloped in oak, with cedar-sauna aromas and flavors prevailing. Hints of espresso and cinnamon add interest—and the wine never gets sweet or sappy. Closes with a slight tartness and just a hint of meat and spice.",Reserve,18,85,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Applegate Valley,Eola Hills 1998 Reserve Syrah (Applegate Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-southern-applegate-valley/,Syrah,1998,Eola Hills
13.5,Red,Australia,"A red berry-cherry jamball with rhubarb and herb accents. Lighter-styled, it has a slick mouthfeel, although tart, even sharp, acidity comes up on the back end. This easy drinker closes sweet yet tart, with a slight peppery tang. Best Buy.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Billabong 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billabong-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Billabong
13.5,Red,Australia,"Some weedy, eucalyptus notes add a sour edge to what is otherwise a fine mix of berries and meats. The chewy mouthfeel is a treat, as is the dusty finish. Rare beef will help tame the wine's tannins and enhance its texture.",,19,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Kangarilla Road
13.5,Red,Australia,"Dark, brooding aromas (black cherry, leather, balsamic vinegar) open onto an equally dark—though tart—bitter chocolate/blackberry/grape palate. Medium-weight with decent structure, this Aussie finishes with coffee, sour plums and leather.",,14,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 2000 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,2000,Hope Estate
12.5,Red,France,"Veers toward the dark, earthy side of the Syrah spectrum, with aromas and flavors of black plum, cocoa, cinnamon, clove and black coffee. The sensation of dried spices and cocoa persists through the finish, where the tannins seem almost powdery on the tongue.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,La Forge Estate 1999 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forge-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,La Forge Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"This jammy, mid-weight Shiraz has very ripe, maybe a bit overripe, fruit. There's a herbaceous note here that doesn't snug up to the fat berry flavors. Still, the soft mouthfeel makes it a very friendly wine, and it closes with licorice notes and modest tannins.",,15,85,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1999 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1999,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
13.8,Red,US,"With its smoke and bacon-fat aromas coupled with bright red berries, this wine smells like Syrah should. The fruit is soft and round, even if it does have a slightly vegetal side to it.",Vista Verde Vineyards,20,85,California,Central Coast,San Benito County,Vinum Cellars 1999 Vista Verde Vineyards Syrah (San Benito County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-1999-vista-verde-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-benito-county/,Syrah,1999,Vinum Cellars
13,White,France,"This is a nice sipping wine. It has pretty fruit flavors of apricots and nectarines, with a floral note, and it's dry and clean, although soft. This would be nice with fresh fruit.",,10,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 2000 Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-2000-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,2000,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
13.5,Red,US,"Some of our tasters found this Monterey offering tart and shrill, with strawberry and rhubarb flavors; others praised it for its dark fruit, olive and anise flavors. In the end, it's a solid California red that might improve with a year or two of cellaring.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,1999,Château Julien
13.7,Red,US,"Its complex nose—inviting, with leather green tobacco and forest floor shadings on the dark berry fruit—is followed by a narrower, greener palate. There's good texture, with creamy oak and lemony note on the palate, which give way to a taut finish with tobacco and licorice shadings.",,18,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Bridgman 1999 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,Bridgman
13,Red,France,"This claret-like, light-bodied wine with an even mouthfeel has an earth, raisin and light berry bouquet, all obscured by a cloud of chalk aromas. The Syrah's flavors mirror its nose—cherry, dry earth and a bit of coffee tang, plus lots of minerals. Finishes metallic and minerally.",Cuvée T.S.,14,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Mas Viala 1998 Cuvée T.S. Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-viala-1998-cuvee-ts-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1998,Mas Viala
,Red,US,"Has pretty aromas of black cherry, oak and earth, and equally pretty berry flavors. It also has a dry earthiness that invites food. —S.H.",,10,85,California,Central Valley,Stanislaus County,Napa Ridge 1998 Shiraz (Stanislaus County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-central-valley-stanislaus-county/,Shiraz,1998,Napa Ridge
12.5,Red,US,"Dry red-berry fruit, wood and cinnamon-clove aromas carry just a tinge of chalk-powder notes. The palate shows bright but simple blueberry, cherry and red berry fruit drizzled with a bit of caramel. It may be a bit sweet, but it has a soft mouthfeel, a pleasing price tag and a chocolate-mineral finish.",Clair de Lune,7,85,California,California Other,California,Hacienda 1999 Clair de Lune Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-1999-clair-lune-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Hacienda
14.5,Red,Chile,"Berry, chalk and leather notes and a dry palate mark this interesting Chilean Syrah. There are earthy, and also tangy, almost citrus accents here. Tangy, with peppery notes on the blueberry fruit, it closes with moderate chalky tannins.",Crucero,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Siegel 2000 Crucero Syrah (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siegel-2000-crucero-shiraz-syrah-syrah-colchagua-valley/,Syrah,2000,Siegel
13.5,Red,US,"Washington Merlot has gotten pretty pricey lately, so it's a pleasure to find a solidly-made version from an excellent vintage such as this at a good price. Red fruit preserves highlight the nose; there is a slight earthiness to the mouthfeel, and some rough tannins, but the wine satisfies and delivers the Merlot goods. Not a keeper, but a fine bottle to showcase the everyday quality that Washington can deliver.",Barrel Select,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 1998 Barrel Select Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-barrel-select-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Covey Run
13.8,Red,US,"A chalky element provides character and offsets this wine's ripe, but not overly sweet ,black cherry fruit here. There's a green herb presence, too, that some tasters found very attractive, others less so. This shows some structure and could evolve over a year or two. Closes long with cocoa, oak and a reprise of the chalk note.",Estate Bottled,16,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1998 Estate Bottled Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1998-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1998,Perry Creek
13.3,Red,Canada,"Syrah's future is already secure in Washington, so why not the Okanagan Valley, British Columbia's premier region? Berry, chocolate, pepper and spice notes in this mid-weight, even wine make a plausible case for the grape in Canada's Pacific province. Tart-sweet fruit is checked by a bit too much wood, but it's solid, closing with modest tannins.",Estate,16,85,British Columbia,Okanagan Valley,,Mission Hill 1999 Estate Syrah (Okanagan Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mission-hill-1999-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-okanagan-valley/,Syrah,1999,Mission Hill
14,Red,Australia,"An almost medicinal salt-pepper-anise note opens onto a palate full of tart white pepper and black cherry, plus a shade of vanilla. Finish has a lot of sour fruit and pepper—some reviewers called it tangy, others harshly acidic.",The Footbolt,17,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 1999 The Footbolt Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-1999-the-footbolt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,D'Arenberg
13,Red,Chile,"A well-constructed value Merlot, serious and dry, with some structure. Honest varietal character shows with berry, cocoa and herb notes on the nose and palate. Hints of licorice and mineral add interest. The finish is dry, with herb notes and modest tannins. Drink over the next two years.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 1999 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1999-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,1999,Caliterra
,White,Chile,"Mild green apple flavors play off a creamy note in this neither flabby nor over-wooded, even, mainstream Chardonnay. An easy spiciness and modest toast notes add appeal. It closes dry, with moderate length.",,10,85,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 2000 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2000-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Caliterra
14,Red,US,"Dark, dry fruit, earth-herb notes and prominent oak characterize this vintage of this well-known Santa Barbara Syrah. Light to medium weight, it has a fairly dry, tart profile compared to the best years. It's good, and the fruit isn't stifled by the wood and tangy acids.",Zaca Vineyards,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1999 Zaca Vineyards Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1999-vineyards-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1999,Zaca Mesa
13.9,Red,Australia,"This wine has some pretty strawberry and red raspberry aromas and flavors, but the bulk of its interest lies in its oak-derived elements of clove, cinnamon, cedar, menthol, coffee and chocolate. Wood-lovers will rate it higher.",Eagle Bay,20,85,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Wise 1998 Eagle Bay Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-1998-eagle-bay-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,1998,Wise
13.6,Red,US,"On the nose and the palate of this black beauty, dried spice and mulchy-cedar flavors envelope a caramel-cherry backbone. Has decent balance, and finishes with dry wood, minerals, hot spices and plenty of black pepper.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Cline 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Cline
12.5,Red,France,"Cedar, cherry cola, chamomile tea and sour cherry notes on the nose make for a piquant, unusual bouquet. The wine's flavors (black oak, spice, leather and cherry) are more Chianti-like than Syrah-like. A short woody finish left us wishing for more.",,12,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Mas de la Barben 1998 Syrah (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-barben-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-coteaux/,Syrah,1998,Mas de la Barben
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though the nose of the Bin 61 has bright blackberry-jam, leather and cinnamon aromas, the flavors and the finish are unanimously flagged as overoaked, with sour blackberry and blueberry flavors. Finishes short, dry and tangy, with some cocoa and dry wood.",Bin 61,17,85,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1998 Bin 61 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1998-bin-61-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Leasingham
13.8,Red,US,"A dark, earthy style of Syrah that emphasizes bitter chocolate, coffee and cocoa aromas and flavors but cushions that black severity with a soft, plush mouthfeel. Tart blackberries and creamy mocha flavors provide a solid finish.",,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Gabrielli 1997 Syrah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabrielli-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Syrah,1997,Gabrielli
13.5,Red,Australia,"An easy quaff if ever there was one, the Simon Hackett opens with cumin, cedar, leather and earthy notes, and shows tangy red fruit and berry zinger tea on the palate. A couple of reviewers noted herbaceousness on the bouquet and the palate. Medium-weight, it finishes with toasty oak and ripe tannins.",,18,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 2000 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,2000,Simon Hackett
,White,France,"A Chardonnay made of grapes from vineyards just outside Puligny-Montrachet, this wine opens with floral, apple and mineral aromas that lead to a dry, crisp palate. The mouthfeel is taut--the wine shows more class than most of its kind. It closes with tart green apple fruit and a light, lingering chalkiness.",Domaine Rene Manuel,10,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Labouré-Roi 1999 Domaine Rene Manuel  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1999-domaine-rene-manuel-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,1999,Labouré-Roi
13,Red,Australia,"A lighter style Shiraz, with delicate cranberry fruit perked up by allspice and black pepper. The tea-like notes from start to finish, combined with the tartness, make this wine seem almost like Pinot Noir.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Lewinsbrook Creek 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lewinsbrook-creek-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Lewinsbrook Creek
13,Red,Australia,"Expect mainly red berries—cranberries and strawberries—from this medium-weight quaffer. Some orange and tea flavors, along with cedar and white pepper, blend in, but it's basically a simple fruity red.",Five Families,9,85,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Penmara 2000 Five Families Shiraz (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penmara-2000-five-families-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-south-wales/,Shiraz,2000,Penmara
13.5,Red,US,"Briary, sour plummy aromas on the nose are shrouded by a touch of greenness that some described as sulphur, and others called cilantro. Though the mouthfeel is soft and smooth, the wine's flavors aren't more complicated than strong blackberry and tart, toasted oak. Lengthy finish has bitter menthol-pepper flavors.",Tous Les Jours,16,85,California,California Other,California,Andrew Murray 1999 Tous Les Jours Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1999-tous-jours-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Andrew Murray
14,Red,US,"Tart red berries, black pepper and tangy oak aromas lead into a structured, dry blackberry-caramel-oak palate. It's uncomplicated, with an even mouthfeel and a dry mineral-and-metal finish.",Reid Vineyard,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1999 Reid Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1999-reid-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Eberle
12.5,Red,France,"This wine provoked violent disagreement among the tasting panel. Some called it thin and rubbery, while others lauded it for its blueberry fruit, black-pepper notes and chewy mouthfeel. It does seem a bit hard right now—aging it for a year or two will likely settle our disagreement.",Terroir de Champal,10,85,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Eric Rocher 1998 Terroir de Champal  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eric-rocher-1998-terroir-champal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1998,Eric Rocher
13.8,Red,US,"This is a fine representation of straightforward, Washington state Cabernet, from an excellent vintage, with no frills. There's a whiff of watermelon, then clean cherry fruit in the mouth, accented with some mocha and cocoa from the barrels. It's forward, balanced and eminently drinkable.",,15,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Columbia Winery
14.3,Red,US,This refined blend of dry smoky toast and sweet strawberry fruit shows complex meaty flavors before an abbreviated finish. This is solid stuff from a region that is coming to be identified with California Shiraz.,Reserve,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1998 Reserve Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1998,Clos du Bois
12.5,Red,Australia,"A very odd bouquet, yet we could not turn our noses away from Clonakilla's strong eucalyptus, yard mulch and tobacco aromas. Dark coffee, earth, ash and sour blackberry flavors comprise a “complex, but funky” palate, which, by the way, has just about the smoothest mouthfeel of any wine we've had in the past month. Bottom line? So strange that you're best off sampling this one for yourself.",,19,85,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Clonakilla 1999 Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clonakilla-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,1999,Clonakilla
13.6,Red,US,"Young and jammy, it has exuberant aromas of crushed berries, smoked meat and vanilla. It's very extracted and fresh, almost like a barrel sample with pungent, juicy fruit. But it is dry, and covered in dusty tannins. Might improve with short-term aging, or best to have with big, rich foods, like barbecued ribs.",,15,85,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,Australia,"Basedow's 1998 offering is black—no, blacker than black: Dark berry fruit, smoke, toasty oak and black coffee aromas lead into similarly dark black cherry, black pepper and oak flavors. Ends a little hot, with licorice, cedar and pepper notes.",,20,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Basedow 1998 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/basedow-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Basedow
13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine boasts a lot of the horsey, leathery and peppered-meat characteristics we found in many of the wines from Western Australia, but also a silky texture and enough blackberry fruit to hold everything together.",,18,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Flinder's Bay 1999 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flinders-bay-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,1999,Flinder's Bay
13.5,Red,Australia,"Unique cilantro and corn-husk scents on the nose accent sweet blackberry fruit. The herb notes continue on the palate, along with roasted fruit and nuts, but the highlights are the rich, chewy texture and snappy, peppery finish.",Young Vine,20,86,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bremerton 1999 Young Vine Shiraz (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bremerton-1999-young-vine-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-langhorne-creek/,Shiraz,1999,Bremerton
13.2,Red,US,"Blackberry, cinnamon and sweet cream aromas give Beringer's bouquet a fresh-out-of-the-oven pie smell. This soft, supple Shiraz has juicy berry fruit, black chocolate andvanilla flavors and a clean, tart berry fruit and mineral finish. An easy-to-drink crowd-pleaser.",Founders' Estate,11,86,California,California Other,California,Beringer 1999 Founders' Estate Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-founders-estate-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Beringer
12.8,Red,Australia,"Blends wood-derived elements of caramel, toast and spice with blackberry and plum fruit in a well-balanced, medium-weight format. Bright acidity accents the cranberryish flavors before dry woody tannins take over on the finish. Short-term cellaring (six to nine months or so) should help smooth the rough edges.",,20,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hunter Valley Elements 1999 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunter-valley-elements-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Hunter Valley Elements
13.5,Red,Australia,Sweaty leather meets trail dust in this rustic version of Barossa's favorite grape. Dark-skinned berries tinged with anise and coffee round out the flavors. A bright beam of acidity provides focus to this otherwise brooding wine.,Barossa Vines,11,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1999 Barossa Vines Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1999-barossa-vines-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1999,Grant Burge
,White,France,"Their rendition of this popular, well-recognized French white displays sweet caramel aromas and hints of pear. The mouthfeel is soft here, and hazelnut, apple and flint flavors show on the palate. We'd like it better if it had a bit more spine, but it's attractive, and finishes dry and clean.",,15,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Labouré-Roi 1999  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laboure-roi-1999-white-pouilly-fuisse/,White Blend,1999,Labouré-Roi
13.9,Red,US,"Black cherry and anise flavors are wrapped in a cedary veil in this medium-weight, balanced wine. It shows a bit of structure for its weight and style, finishing with modest, even tannins and a peppery note.",Alegría Vineyards-Axiom,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 1999 Alegría Vineyards-Axiom Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-1999-alegria-axiom-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1999,Acorn
12.7,Red,Australia,"Plenty of cool mint and eucalyptus aromas show on the nose of the solid, simple quaff. It's light but juicy, with plenty of strawberry-raspberry flavor and a slight drying mineral note. Coffee and spice add interest to the close.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Alice White
12.5,Red,France,"Don't be put off—the out-of-the-bottle stabley aromas on the nose blow off after a few minutes, and reveal a bouquet of blackberry, leather and dry cedar underneath. The same dry wood-leather-sour berry combination applies on the palate, too. Herb, black pepper and smoke round out the finish. Age it for two or three years.",Le Prieuré,20,86,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1999 Le Prieuré  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1999-le-prieure-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1999,Jean-Luc Colombo
13.5,Red,Australia,"Dark, sour cherry, anise and oak flavors make this already lean wine seem even leaner. Soy, mint, toasted grains and sour cherry aromas are more appealing than they sound. Finishes very dry with lemony-cola flavors.",,16,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Hugh Hamilton 1998 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugh-hamilton-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Hugh Hamilton
13,Red,France,"This Crozes-Hermitage caused some dissention among our panelists. While some reviewers found the nose “handsome and complex,” with dark chocolate, licorice, plum and hickory smoke aromas, one panelist criticized it as having a sour, manufactured Pixy-Stix quality. Comments on the mouthfeel ran the gamut from lean to full; most agreed, at least, that the palate showed tart blackberry, leather and licorice flavors.",Petite Ruche,19,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1999 Petite Ruche  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1999-petite-ruche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,M. Chapoutier
,White,US,"Washington Pinot Gris is seldom seen — the bragging rights having been claimed by Oregon — but this appealing wine makes a good argument for more. Full, fleshy, pear-flavored fruit is perfectly balanced with refreshing acids. It's a big, bold style that finishes with a hint of bitter rind.",,12,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Chatter Creek 2000 Pinot Gris (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatter-creek-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,2000,Chatter Creek
13.5,Red,Australia,"It isn't the most complex wine in the world, but this Deakin Estate is a sure crowd-pleaser. Its mouthfeel is smooth, almost bright; the wine is creamy until the very end, when toast and licorice flavors coat the back palate. Cherry, dark berry and vanilla flavors prevail in the mouth.",,11,86,Australia Other,Australia,,Deakin Estate 2000 Shiraz (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deakin-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,2000,Deakin Estate
14.1,Red,US,"“Herbal, earthy and woodsy” is this Syrah's calling card, from start to finish. Red berry aromas couple with dried spice notes that show up again on the palate. It's lean and a bit tart—coax the fruit out of this baby with an herb-marinated leg of lamb.",,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1999 Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,1999,Sobon Estate
13.9,Red,US,"The tart red cherry fruit on the nose bears a green tobacco-herb note that garnered mixed reviews. Darker on the palate, the wine shows black plum flavors and a chalky note. Finishes with decent length and modest tannins.",Benchland Wine,20,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Michel-Schlumberger 1999 Benchland Wine Syrah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1999-benchland-wine-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast/,Syrah,1999,Michel-Schlumberger
13.3,Red,US,"Straightforward, solid Syrah with decent flavor intensity that shows light but juicy fruit with cocoa and earth touches. A low-acid profile makes it an easy-drinking, flavorful, plummy quaff. Bought at a discount, it's Best Buy material.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Stonehedge 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Stonehedge
13,Red,South Africa,"Coffee, earth and sour-herb aromas (some described the bouquet as also having cola and sausage-y notes) show up again on the palate—the coffee and herb flavors are particularly prevalent, and seem to envelope the blueberry and blackberry palate flavors. Mouthfeel is even, though on the lean side; finishes with smoked meat and pepper flavors.",,19,86,Stellenbosch,,,Neil Ellis 1999 Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1999,Neil Ellis
13.4,Red,US,"In this lightweight but nicely textured wine, decent complexity shows in the tart berry, rhubarb and cocoa aromas and flavors. Mild smoke and leather accents provide palate interest while the tart-sweet close has gentle peppery notes.",,14,86,California,California Other,California,Echelon 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Echelon
13,Red,Australia,"Tart cherry-blackberry fruit and loads of licorice-vanillin oak show immediately and play all the way through in this Western Australian example. Balanced, tart-sweet and earthy, with good acidity, it could almost be mistaken for a modern-style Dolcetto from Italy's Piedmont.",,17,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Beckett's Flat 2000 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/becketts-flat-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,2000,Beckett's Flat
12.5,Red,Argentina,"Soft and well-balanced, this ink-colored Argentinian Syrah oozes with jammy blackberry, black cherry and grape jelly flavors from start to finish. The palate also shows some creamy vanilla notes. Any easy, economical, everyday quaff.",,8,86,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1998 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1998-syrah-mendoza-10651/,Syrah,1998,Balbi
12.5,Red,Australia,"This pleasant sipper is complex enough to drink as an everyday wine without your getting bored halfway through a case purchase. Jammy blackberries and blueberries, along with dried cherries, are complemented by chocolate, cinnamon, vanilla and toast nuances and a bit of meatiness on the finish.",Reserve Bin,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Callara Estate 2000 Reserve Bin Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callara-estate-2000-reserve-bin-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Callara Estate
,White,Chile,"This pulls the taster in with an attractive bouquet of grapefruit and melon-peach elements. A grassy note accents the citrus flavors of the palate; the even mouthfeel is nicely poised between soft roundedness and adequate acidity. It's seen no oak, and closes with a hint of pepper.",,9,86,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Caliterra
13.5,Red,US,"Solid fruit and decent texture mark this offering from the stable of the noted director. Deep berry, black pepper and animal notes open to a pleasing berry-earth-plum palate here. The wine finishes dry with grape and spicy herb notes.",Francis Coppola Diamond Series Green Label,17,86,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 1999 Francis Coppola Diamond Series Green Label Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-1999-diamond-series-green-label-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Francis Ford Coppola
12.5,Red,US,"Starts with modest cherry-berry fruit aromas with some cedar and vanilla notes that turn almost caramel-like with air. This is a light, tart Syrah that has enough juicy fruit flavors to carry the sweet oak and still finish fruity, with a slight peppery tang.",,7,86,California,California Other,California,Montpellier 1999 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montpellier-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Montpellier
13,Red,US,"The complex nutmeg, clove and meat-accented cherry bouquet is appealing, but on the tongue, the wine turns decidedly harder and less generous. A touch of anise shows, but a taut, lean character prevails with plenty of oak and brisk acidity. Should open more with a year or two of aging. Will work with hearty food, too.",,16,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Powers 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/powers-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Powers
14.7,Red,US,"This wine's exotic character led to widely varying reactions. Some panelists loved its ripe, intense, darkly fruited flavors, others found it pruney and overripe. Likewise, the viscous mouthfeel was dubbed rich and sensuous by some, heavy and leaden by others. Anise and chocolate shadings provide nice accents, either way…this one you'll have to try and decide for yourself.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 1997 Syrah (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Syrah,1997,Concannon
13,Red,US,"Bright blackberry fruit flavors (with a slight lemon-oak tinge that one reviewer described as greenness) flesh out this round, even Washington special. Opens with sour berry, damp soil and menthol notes, and finishes with dry chalk and tart cranberry flavors.",Estate Bottled,20,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Tefft Cellars 1999 Estate Bottled Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tefft-cellars-1999-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1999,Tefft Cellars
,Red,Italy,"If this is an indicator of what consumers have to look forward to from the 1999 vintage, things are looking pretty sunny. Black cherries and cedar aromas and flavors carry touches of prunes and tobacco. There's some chocolate as well, and the finish blends in enough dusty tannins to give the suggestion of cocoa.",,14,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Toscolo 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Toscolo
12.5,Red,US,"The creamy, soft mouthfeel has instant appeal in this well-oaked wine. Cocoa and a slight mint note provide interest, accenting the ultraripe, almost raisiny fruit. Not complex, but pleasing, with full oak showing on the back end.",Barrel Select,10,86,California,California Other,California,Silver Ridge 1999 Barrel Select Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-ridge-1999-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1999,Silver Ridge
13.2,Red,US,"This easy-drinking Syrah shows plenty of upfront blueberry and black-cherry fruit balanced by smoke, toast, coffee and cocoa shadings. There's a lot to like about this wine's tangy, peppery finish and chewy mouthfeel.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1998,Kunde
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though it's dry, tangy and lean in profile, it's still smooth on the palate. This South Australian Shiraz has dark berry, cream and cedar aromas followed by a mouth of licorice, soy, sour cherry and menthol. Finishes with bitter coffee and tart berry notes.",Reserve,20,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Marienberg 1997 Reserve Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marienberg-1997-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1997,Marienberg
13.1,Red,US,"The nose is promising, with big, jammy berry fruit, vanilla and licorice aromas. The palate and finish, though, show a lot of tart berries, dry wood and dried spices. Finishes with a coffee-meets-lemon-peel bite.",,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Hidden Cellars 1998 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1998,Hidden Cellars
14.5,Red,US,"Lively, sweet aromas of cherry, chocolate and bubble gum amounted to (in the opinion of one reviewer) “a whole candy store for the nose.” Medium-weight but somewhat thin, this wine's bright berry fruit is muted by mineral and leather notes. Finishes minerally, with chocolate, vanilla and charcoal notes. Could be mistaken for a decent Beaujolais.",Canterbury Vineyard,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Stevenot 1999 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-1999-canterbury-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Syrah,1999,Stevenot
13,Red,Australia,"Here's a value Shiraz that shows astonishing depth in the nose, with intriguing cedar, tobacco and vanilla notes wafting through.  Sweet fruit leads the palate, with an interesting, leafy mix of tobacco and herbs after.  Soft, with well-managed tannins, it's ready to go and a perfect everyday ""go-to"" bottle.",Bin 2000,10,86,Victoria,Murray River Valley,,McGuigan 2000 Bin 2000 Shiraz (Murray River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-2000-bin-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-murray-river-valley/,Shiraz,2000,McGuigan
13.5,Sparkling,US,"From the Sierra Foothills, this well-structured, dark wine offers ripe blue- and blackberry fruit, with leather and espresso accents. The palate's lively plum and pepper flavors are nicely integrated with the oak used here, and flow into a dry finish with even, moderate tannins.",,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1999 Syrah (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Syrah,1999,Indian Springs
12.5,Red,France,"Some reviewers said that dark fruit and toast dominate this bouquet; others described the aromas as either strawberry or mustard grains. All agree that blackberry fruit and mineral aromas, though subtle, dominate the palate. Dry, minerally finish with a dash of orange peel.",Les Jalets,14,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1999 Les Jalets  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1999-jalets-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
13.8,Red,US,"Briary berry, herb and vanilla aromas and flavors define this medium-weight, balanced wine. There are almost Port-like notes and white pepper accents on the palate, with a soft mouthfeel. On the back end, the wine turns leaner and more angular, showing some structure and a more serious metallic-herb note.",Vineyard Selection,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Vineyard Selection Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-vineyard-selection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Hogue
14.6,Red,US,"A blackberry and toast profile marks this quite dark but appealing wine. The mouthfeel is even, but some tasters thought it a bit narrow, and maybe too structured for the depth of fruit. Licorice and tar and moderate tannins close of this inky, mid-weight cruiser.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 1999 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,Château Souverain
13.3,Red,Australia,"This unique, complex wine received mixed reviews. Some found the orange-pine-cardamom, sweet-and-sour plum package very appealing, while it was much less pleasurable (and too atypical) to others. Spice and orange elements play on the long finish.",,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Barossa Valley Estate 2000 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,2000,Barossa Valley Estate
14,Red,Australia,"This is a smooth mouthful of blackberry, tobacco, espresso, anise and toast flavors that turns a little sour and leathery on the finish even as it blends in some hints of cocoa. A solid mainstream effort.",Alliance,18,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Australian Domaine Wines 1999 Alliance Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/australian-domaine-wines-1999-alliance-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Australian Domaine Wines
,Red,Italy,"The first riserva under the Toscolo label, it boasts dark, earthy aromas capped off by a hint of citrus peel and followedby textbook Chianti flavors of sour cherries, earth and tobacco. Smoke and cocoa notes grace the finish. Contains 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot.",Riserva,17,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Toscolo 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/toscolo-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Toscolo
13.5,Red,Australia,"There's plenty of plush dark berry fruit in this steady performer, and a smooth—even cotton-soft—mouthfeel, too. The fruit core is accented by cocoa and pepper notes; spice shadings shows later.",,16,87,South Australia,Padthaway,,Lindemans 1998 Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,1998,Lindemans
13.5,Red,France,Grape and blackberry fruit is joined by notes of sur-maturité that call to mind tropical fruits. There's even a distinct papaya nuance. And strong licorice and black coffee flavors that seem a bit rough around the edges—but it's nothing that a couple of years in a cold cellar won't cure.,Le Clos de l'Olivier,12,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Domaine des Murettes 1998 Le Clos de l'Olivier Syrah (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-murettes-1998-le-clos-lolivier-shiraz-syrah-syrah-minervois/,Syrah,1998,Domaine des Murettes
14,Red,France,"There's quite a bouquet in this Minervois: black fruits, clove, olive, cinnamon, bitter chocolate and slight volatile acidity provide quite an aromatic spectrum. This compact, tart wine is taut, with a compressed complexity and a rather hard palate feel. Works now with complex foods—and will be even better after a few years in the cellar.",Grande Réserve,20,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Château Russol Gardey 1999 Grande Réserve Syrah (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-russol-gardey-1999-grande-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-minervois/,Syrah,1999,Château Russol Gardey
13.5,White,US,"This can only be described as thick — an unctuous, oaky style that tastes of ultra-ripe tropical fruits and bourbon-infused barrels. Though the alcohol is listed at just 13.5%, it feels bigger, and finishes with some definite heat in the back of the palate. Best drunk young and chilled.",Reserve,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1998,Covey Run
13.9,Red,US,"A berry-filled fruit bomb that offers mouthwatering blackberries and blueberries galore, punctuated by fleeting glimpses of licorice. Picks up some coffee and espresso notes on the finish, where the slight bitterness provides needed structure.",Reserve,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 1999 Reserve Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-1999-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1999,Castoro Cellars
13.7,Red,US,"There's decent depth of fruit in the inky darkness of this Washington state contender. Black as it is, it reads a touch sweet, with strong vanillin oak and ripe blackberry flavors. Licorice and espresso accents, an even mouthfeel, and a moderate finish with pepper and toast wrap it up.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1999 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Columbia Winery
,Red,Chile,"A solid and stylish wine with plenty of toast and a plush mouthfeel. Ripe black cherry-plum fruit keeps the lavish oak from being overwhelming. Finishes full, with well-dispersed tannins and cocoa notes on the persistent fruit foundation.",,20,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Arboleda 1999 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arboleda-1999-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Arboleda
,Red,US,"Plenty of interesting elements including soy, Indian spices and cocoa accent the black-plum fruit of this solid offering. Juicy and lively on the tongue, it's a balanced and nicely textured example of what the Central Coast can do. The spice and soy notes reprise on the long finish, which turns just a bit woody.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Barnwood 1999 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,1999,Barnwood
13.8,Red,US,"Briary, wild berry fruit bears deep horsey, game, leather and pine accents in this full wine. The nose's somewhat funky notes may challenge some, but add real complexity. A palate of blackberry, cocoa, anise and earth offers plenty of flavor and a pleasing roundness. Closes handsomely, with dusty tannins and an earthy note.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Meridian 1998 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1998,Meridian
13,Red,Australia,"An interesting spiciness adds interest, keeping this round, accessible wine from being just another bottle. The dark fruit shows tobacco, cumin, anise and red pepper notes. It's soft, not fat, on the palate, and goes down easy with a tangy pepper-licorice close.",,8,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Banrock Station
13.9,Red,US,"This Syrah is toast and cedar through and through, but these earthy notes were read by three different reviewers as burning leaves, roasted nuts and eucalyptus-meets-peat. The leather, cherry and cocoa palate finishes with a little toasty heat—but what else would you expect? Unusual, yes, but there's not a lot of fruit here.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alexander Valley Vineyards 1999 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1999,Alexander Valley Vineyards
13.9,Red,Australia,"Kirsch, licorice, earth and dark black fruit make for a welcoming opening to this Hardys offering. Deep earth, mushroom and smoke flavors over blackberry fruit give this Australian Shiraz flavors as dark as its color. Finishes with sharply acidic coffee and cocoa flavors",Tintara,18,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Hardys 1999 Tintara Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-1999-tintara-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1999,Hardys
13.5,Red,US,"This Syrah sports a licorice-black cherry-cedar bouquet. The creamy, full mouthfeel is backed by blackberry, cherry, cedar and vanilla flavors. Not complex, but very flavorful, and showing nice integration, it finishes with American oak, firm tannins and slight prickly heat.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Red Mountain,Terra Blanca 1999 Syrah (Red Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-blanca-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-red-mountain/,Syrah,1999,Terra Blanca
13,Red,US,"The inky color is followed by a blast of dark chocolate and licorice, tinged with coconut, smoke and floral aromas. It's very smooth and supple in the mouth, yet finishes with enough juicy acidity to keep the dark flavors lively and balanced.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,San Simeon 1998 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-simeon-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1998,San Simeon
12,White,Italy,"This Superiore lives up to its designation, with more structure and weight than typically seen in Soave. The apple, herb and stone-fruit aromas and flavors have good intensity. The mouthfeel is full and round—yet there's good acidity—making this attractive for drinking on its own. Finishes with a mild spice note. Best Buy.",Monte Fiorentine,13,89,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 1999 Monte Fiorentine  (Soave Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-1999-monte-fiorentine-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,1999,Ca' Rugate
,Red,Italy,"The mix in this deep, ruby purple- colored wine is 60% Gaglioppo and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. The structure is of good weight, and is round and finely balanced. Initially reticent with its aromatics, after breathing, the wine opens with a deep cherry, dry fruit and woody bouquet. The flavors continue into the long finish where earthy nuances then appear. This one needs some patience.",Gravello,29,88,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Librandi 1996 Gravello Gaglioppo (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-1996-gravello-italian-red-gaglioppo-calabria/,Gaglioppo,1996,Librandi
,Red,Italy,"Thanks to the investigative work of Francesco Paolo Avallone of Villa Matilda, the Falerno of classic history lives again. Now, as then, the grapes are Aglianico and Piedirosso. In this offering, the bouquet is deep cherry and chocolate with barrique oak off in the distance. The medium body and fine balance lead to a smooth mouthfeel and long finish featuring cherry, oak and earth.",Rosso,16,88,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 1998 Rosso Red (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-1998-rosso-red-falerno-massico/,Red Blend,1998,Villa Matilde
12,Red,Italy,"No oak is used on this full- fruited red. Just a hint of chocolate-cocoa is evident, but what's on display are rich, dry cherry flavors and a ripe, supple mouthfeel. Though it doesn't have great length, it offers lots of flavor and feel—a great wine to share with friends.",,13,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Rocche Castamagna 1999  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-castamagna-1999-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1999,Rocche Castamagna
,Red,Italy,"This is the product of a winery that has 1,300 members cultivating 6,670 primarily mountainous acres. The nose has a lovely bouquet of cherry, plum and a touch of tobacco. On the palate, the wine is round and well balanced. The finish is long and filled with cherry. Enjoy this with pizza Margherita. Best Buy.",Villa Diana,7,86,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Cantina Tollo 1999 Villa Diana  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-tollo-1999-villa-diana-red-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Red Blend,1999,Cantina Tollo
14,Red,Australia,"Sweaty leather and cinnamon notes dress up sour cherry aromas and flavors. Shows nice complexity, folding in sweet spice and plum notes, but finishes with a tart, hard edge.",,20,85,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Twelve Staves 1999 Grenache (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/twelve-staves-1999-grenache-mclaren-vale/,Grenache,1999,Twelve Staves
,Red,Italy,"Clean and correct, with leather and sour cherry aromas and flavors that just seem to lack added dimension. Finishes hard and slightly bitter, with peppery spice and drying tannins.",,37,84,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Trefiano 1997  Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefiano-1997-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,1997,Trefiano
12.5,Red,Australia,"The mouthefeel on this wine is pretty nice, though it's a bit high on acid. Hickory, smoke and an underlying meatiness are present here from beginning to end. Fruit (stewed fruit, to be specific) doesn't show until the back end.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Alice White
14,Red,Australia,"Lots of berry fruit and oak aromas lead into this ruby-black Cab-Malbec's oak and peppery, nearly fruit-devoid palate. The wine is unbalanced, and has a bracingly acidic bite to the finish.",McCrae Wood,30,82,South Australia,Clare Valley-Eden Valley,,Jim Barry 1997 McCrae Wood Red (Clare Valley-Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-1997-mccrae-wood-red-clare-valley-eden-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Jim Barry
13,Red,Australia,"Hints of sweetness surround the berry and licorice flavors of this light-bodied wine. It's brightly tart and very soft; in short, an easy, unadorned quaff.",Bin 999,10,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 2000 Bin 999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-2000-bin-999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,Wyndham Estate
13,Red,Australia,"This is, perhaps, one of the strangest wines I have ever tasted. The aromas are of the sea—brine and seaweed—over a smidge of blackberry fruit. Ditto the palate. Medium-bodied, not too tannic, and ends with a black peppery note that evens out once the wine sits for a few minutes. Bizarre.",,19,82,South Australia,Riverland,,Ellen Landing 1999 Petit Verdot (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ellen-landing-1999-petit-verdot-riverland/,Petit Verdot,1999,Ellen Landing
,Red,US,"Flashy oak and deep, pure blackcurrants show from the first whiff, and the purple color stains the sides of the glass in this wine with enough glycerine to float the Sixth Fleet. Doesn't disappoint on the palate, with ripe blackberry flavors and gorgeous, velvety tannins. Closes long, with a sweet, richly-fruited finish. Cellar Selection.",,100,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakford 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakford-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Oakford
12,White,Italy,"There's not a lot of wine behind the mildly buttery, faint peach flavors and aromas. Tastes extremely soft and dilute.",,11,80,,Trentino,,Bollini 1999 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Bollini
13.5,White,Australia,"This wine's eclectic nose of cotton, butter—and, as one reviewer thought, tinned asparagus—will please few wine enthusiasts. Palate is high in acid and minerally, with tinges of citrus and cream. Add to the mix a tangy finish of fresh wood, light honey and a green-apple Jolly Rancher. An enigma.",,10,80,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Nirvana 2000 White (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nirvana-2000-white-margaret-river/,White Blend,2000,Nirvana
12,Red,Italy,"This is a very dry, very acidic wine with thin flavors and a scoury roughness from entry to finish. ItÕs acceptable for everyday drinking purposes, but doesnÕt offer a whole lot of pleasure.",,9,81,,Trentino,,Cavit 1999 Merlot (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-1999-merlot-trentino/,Merlot,1999,Cavit
12,White,Italy,"Signs point to this wine being prematurely old, from its medium-straw color to its slightly varnishy aromas and tired, woody palate. Look for a more recent vintage, which may show more freshness and vitality.",Le Crete,15,81,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Caparzo 1998 Le Crete White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-caparzo-1998-le-crete-white-toscana/,White Blend,1998,Tenuta Caparzo
,White,Germany,"The soft, spicy scents of the bouquet mix grapes, flowers, talcum powder and a faint petrol note to create an almost Gewürz-like symphony. It's lovely and impressively complex, as layers of grape flavor, flowers, minerals and citrus rind gain power in the mouth. The mineral elements come up on the tangy finish. Exotic and smooth, it is immediately appealing but also built to age for 6–8 years.",Wachenheimer Rechbächel Spätlese Trocken,28,90,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 1998 Wachenheimer Rechbächel Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-1998-wachenheimer-rechbachel-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1998,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
8,White,Germany,"Delicious and bold, the bouquet of this Auslese is a melange of orange blossom, honey, cinnamon—even banana aromas. Rich, but not cloyingly sweet, orange, honey and mango flavors show on the palate, and the velvety smooth texture wears them well. Turns a bit drier and towards mild citrus flavors on the finish. Best now through 2004.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Auslese,35,90,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Domdechaney Auslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-domdechaney-auslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
,Red,US,"Cuts an elegant profile, with its ripe blackberry fruit and judicious use of oak. Supple and even, it shows good balance. The pepper, chocolate and licorice-tinged finish is long, with fine tannins. It's a big wine, but not awkward, showing depth and style.",OFS,44,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 OFS Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-ofs-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
13.9,White,US,"Shows terrific concentration, with aromas and flavors of cashew butter, citrus and apricot, and some classy French oak notes. Very smooth and oily on the palate, it's low in acidity, keeping it round and plush. Finishes long, dry and complex. Will probably age, but it's a great Chardonnay alternative tonight. Editors' Choice.",Barrel Fermented,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1998 Barrel Fermented Sémillon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1998-barrel-fermented-semillon-napa-valley/,Sémillon,1998,Signorello
9.5,White,Germany,"Yes, this is the current release. The “R” series of Dr. B-W has a minimum of 5 years in bottle; in this case it's 10. The concentrated and intense superripe aromas and flavors are not too sweet, show no botrytis and are still quite lively at this age. Tropical fruit, orange and pure grape flavors mingle sensuously with spice and vanilla. They play out on a long, ripe, almost unctuous finish that blends in hints of diesel. A perfect foil for foie gras.",Wachenheimer Rechbächel 'R',44,91,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 1990 Wachenheimer Rechbächel 'R' Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-1990-wachenheimer-rechbachel-r-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1990,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
7.5,White,Germany,"Similar in aromatics and flavor to Werner's slightly less weighty BA, the TBA features musky scents reminiscent of tropical flowers as well as tremendous weight and texture. Molasses and caramel notes reverberate on the long finish.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Trockenbeerenauslese,227,91,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Domdechaney Trockenbeerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-domdechaney-trockenbeerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
13.8,Red,US,"Very fragrant and alluring, with drink-me aromas of fancy plums, blackberries, currants, smoke and oak. Quite a big mouthful of fruity extract, yet it's nicely balanced, with elegant tannins and a dry, creamy texture. Contains trace amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Malbec. Cellar Selection.",Volker Eisele Vineyard,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quail Ridge 1998 Volker Eisele Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-ridge-1998-volker-eisele-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Quail Ridge
,White,Germany,"Explosive ripe, luscious fruit bursts from the glass in the pungent nose and expands full throttle on the palate. The flavors, complex and layered, include honeysuckle, lime, mineral and some lovely, tropical fruit—especially mango and pineapple. Long and seamless. Editors' Choice.",Ruppertsberger Hoheburg Spätlese Trocken,23,91,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 1998 Ruppertsberger Hoheburg Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-1998-ruppertsberger-hoheburg-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1998,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
14.5,Red,US,"A bouquet of full, sweet fruit with attractive spice and earth accents and a rich creamy mouthfeel make this large-scale wine a real winner. Despite its plush qualities it has structure and some tannins to resolve. Already delicious, this should shine in three years. Cellar Selection.",Pelletti Ranch,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Pelletti Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-pelletti-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
13.5,Red,US,"This firmly structured wine has a core of plum and black-cherry fruit enveloped in toasty oak. It's decidedly dry, and the full tannins may make it seem austere—it's rather Rhône-like for a California Syrah. Solid, if slightly reserved, this wine pairs well with grilled meat and other hearty foods now, but should reward cellaring for 3–4 years. Editors' Choice.",Winemaker's Collection,25,91,California,North Coast,North Coast,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Winemaker's Collection Syrah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-winemakers-collection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast/,Syrah,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,Germany,"This 14-acre monopole is Dr. B-W's top property. The wine has big fruit, but is still tight, with interlaced layers of pineapple, lime and mineral with a waxy note. Extremely concentrated and rich, with a slightly viscous mouthfeel, it's a baby that's impressive for its vigor, density and superbly balanced weight. Talk about structure—after two days, it showed even more vigor, power and depth than when it was first tasted. Cellar Selection.",Ruppertsberger Gaisbohl Spätlese Trocken,37,92,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 1998 Ruppertsberger Gaisbohl Spätlese Trocken Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-1998-ruppertsberger-gaisbohl-spatlese-trocken-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1998,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
13.6,Red,US,"The addition of 44% Cabernet Sauvignon adds needed backbone and steel to Syrah's soft fruitiness. Actually, the Cab aromas of blackcurrants are so strong they tend to overpower the wine. In the mouth, it's incredibly rich and dense, but it's also velvety and creamy. It's so succulent, you find yourself admiring the flavors a minute after the last swallow. Editors' Choice.",,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1997 Syrah-Cabernet (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1997-red-blend-syrah-cabernet-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah-Cabernet,1997,Buttonwood Farm
14.1,Red,US,"This dark, brooding young pup is gorgeous now and will only get better. Toasty oak dominates the nose, masking ripe blackberry fruit. It really sings in the mouth, with a blast of fruit and spice, and dry, lacy tannins. It's soft enough to drink tonight, but will hold well.",Volker Eisele Vineyard Reserve,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Quail Ridge 1997 Volker Eisele Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-ridge-1997-volker-eisele-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Quail Ridge
,Red,Italy,"This wine is big and burly, yet also velvety, with cassis and dark tea and tobacco aromas and flavors. There's plenty of black fruit, licorice and cocoa—all wrapped in toasty oak—and the fine fruit-acid-tannin balance here portends a long life. Hold for four years; will keep a long time. Cellar Selection.",Ser Gioveto,30,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 1997 Ser Gioveto Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1997-ser-gioveto-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rocca delle Macìe
13,Red,Italy,"From the cherry, violet and tobacco nose through the full-flavored palate, this wine hits the right notes. The flavors follow the aromas, the finish is long and polished, with firm, ultrafine tannins. Inviting now, it will really shine after 2003. Editors' Choice.",Roccato,25,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 1997 Roccato Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1997-roccato-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Rocca delle Macìe
,White,Germany,"Slate, smoke and tart and tropical fruit scents mix in the beguiling nose. This concentrated wine is still young and tight, but it already shows rich, full fruit flavors that broaden into a full, generous finish as it breathes. The brisk acidity and mineral-slate elements add depth and complexity. Can use a few years to show all its best stuff.",Rüdeshemier Berg Schlossberg,40,92,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 1998 Rüdeshemier Berg Schlossberg Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-1998-rudeshemier-berg-schlossberg-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1998,Georg Breuer
8.5,White,Germany,"Simply gorgeous aromas of honey, apricots and tangerines are echoed on the palate, where the wine is full, rich and sweet without seeming overly heavy. The moderate levels of acidity provide adequate balance now, but may prove too low for extended aging; that's okay, because it's so good now. Probably best over the next 5–10 years.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Beerenauslese,126,92,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Domdechaney Beerenauslese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-domdechaney-beerenauslese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
8,White,Germany,"This is a lovely wine, impeccably balanced between sweet and crisp, with concentrated fruit that retains its elegance. Honeysuckle, apricot, jasmine tea and every kind of citrus fruit you can conjure up. Young, hard and fruity, it barely shows the depth and layers of flavor that will develop. It will be hard to keep your hands off it.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr,30,93,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 1999 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-1999-wehlener-sonnenuhr-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer-9347/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Loosen
,White,US,"Opens with very attractive and complex aromas of white peach, apricot and smoke. The tremendous flavors show layers of fruit and spice that just roll off the palate. Still, this Rhone blend of Marsanne, Viognier, and Roussanne is quite dry, with terrific structure and intricate detail. Editors' Choice.",Enigma,18,93,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Terre Rouge 1999 Enigma White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-1999-enigma-white-sierra-foothills/,White Blend,1999,Terre Rouge
,White,Germany,"The juice here comes from old vines from the steepest portion of the Altenberg slope. Still quite young, showing a hint of diesel with some botrytis as well. Clean, slatey, unbelievably intense bouquet with dense floral, citrus rind, and mineral scents. The fruit is ripe, full, perfectly harmonious and long. It finishes with just a kiss of honey. Delicious right now, but built for the long haul. Cellar Selection.",Kanzemer Altenberg Auslese,50,94,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 1999 Kanzemer Altenberg Auslese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-1999-kanzemer-altenberg-auslese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Von Othegraven
11.5,White,Australia,"A prickly cactus of a wine that may yet blossom, given enough time. Piney, resinous notes on the nose, along with aromas reminiscent of scrambled eggs. Then the attack is sweet—almost cloying—before a strong sour-lemon flavor takes over on the finish. Bury this in your cellar for 10 years in the hopes that it will improve as dramatically as many other Hunter Valley Sémillons.",,13,81,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Margan 1999 Semillon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/margan-1999-semillon-semillon-hunter-valley/,Sémillon,1999,Margan
,White,Italy,"Falanghina and Greco di Tufo comprise the mix in this wine. It comes from Molise, an area described by some as the appendix of the Abruzzi. The medium-gold color of this '99 makes me think that something went awry here. This is confirmed by the predominantly caramel flavors and the mouthwatering acid levels.",Biblos,11,81,Southern Italy,Molise,,Di Majo Norante 1999 Biblos White (Molise),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/majo-norante-1999-biblos-white-molise/,White Blend,1999,Di Majo Norante
13.5,Red,Australia,"Some pretty red cherry notes and a lively tartness keep this simple wine afloat. There's a faint mineral character and a touch of mint to go along on a light, loose frame.",,8,81,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Billabong 1999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/billabong-1999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1999,Billabong
11.5,White,Australia,"Sweet aromas on the nose don't carry through to the earthy palate. There are some pear notes and it is balanced, if rather soft and low in acidity.",,17,81,South Australia,Langhorne Creek,,Bremerton 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Langhorne Creek),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bremerton-2000-sauvignon-blanc-langhorne-creek/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Bremerton
,White,Italy,"Composed of 100% Falanghina, this wine disappoints. The fruit is primarily pear with a resinous component. The palate weight is sufficient, but the acid is too high.",,14,82,Southern Italy,Falerno del Massico,,Villa Matilde 2000 Falanghina (Falerno del Massico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-matilde-2000-italian-white-falanghina-falerno-massico/,Falanghina,2000,Villa Matilde
13.5,White,Australia,"Lemony and zingy are buzzwords for this bouquet—expect the same citrusy tang on the palate as well. Mouthfeel, given the high acidity and citrusy notes, is best described as clean. Finish is medium-length, with apple and oak flavors, and acid that gives the back end another dash of unwelcome tartness.",Hill of Gold,17,82,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 2000 Hill of Gold Chardonnay (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-hill-gold-chardonnay-mudgee/,Chardonnay,2000,Rosemount
12,Red,Italy,"Atypical for this normally delicate varietal, hereÕs a big, sturdy wine with aromas of black raspberries, licorice, and plums, and the fruity flavors are big and full-bodied, although those Pinot Noir silky tannins are here. There are some disagreeable raisiny, pruny notes in the finish.",,9,82,,Delle Venezie,,Cavit 1999 Pinot Noir (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-1999-pinot-noir-delle-venezie/,Pinot Noir,1999,Cavit
13.5,Red,Australia,"Cream and blackberry fruit dominates this Cab's nose; on the palate, the cream explodes into a heavy oakiness that masks the ripe fruit, and even turns it a bit tart. Too much acid on the palate and on the back end. The finish is medium-long but tart.",,37,82,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Balnaves of Coonawarra
12.7,White,Australia,"This simple wine has a juicy apple flavors and a tang that—given the whipping cream-meets-nutmeg bouquet—comes as a bit of a surprise. High acid and oak characterize the palate, and show up again on the back end.",Cowra,10,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hamilton's Bluff 1999 Cowra Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamiltons-bluff-1999-cowra-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Hamilton's Bluff
14,Red,Australia,"There's a smooth quality to the wood, berry and caramel notes on the nose of this wine, but overall it's mostly about wood, as only faint fruit hints still show. Quite mature, it feels old and somewhat tired, albeit elegantly so.",,22,82,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 1996 Merlot (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-1996-merlot-eden-valley/,Merlot,1996,Heggies Vineyard
13.5,White,Australia,"Distinctly uncharacteristic, this Sauvignon Blanc shows pear, banana and vanilla aromas. There's some soft tropical fruit with hints of butter, pear and apple, but as with so many Australian Sauvignon Blancs, not enough of an acid spine to keep it lively.",,13,82,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-2000-sauvignon-blanc-victoria/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Taltarni
12,White,Italy,"Green grassy aromas with a sharper herb or chemical note open this round, soft wine. With its melony flavors and feel, it's a simple, slightly sweet wine with a hay note on the back end.",,11,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Coccinella 1999 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coccinella-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Coccinella
12.5,Red,Italy,"Earth dominates the nose, the tannins are still rough and the chocolate-cherry notes only appear on the medium-length finish. All in all, a disappointment from a producer from whom we have come to expect more.",Rossana,19,82,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ceretto 1999 Rossana  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1999-rossana-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1999,Ceretto
12.5,Red,Australia,"A nose of nutmeg, clove and cranberry gives this uncomplicated Merlot some character. On the palate, it's extremely tart and soft with sour cherry and spicy oak flavors, but in a lightweight, unassertive way.",,6,82,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2000 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2000-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,2000,Banrock Station
13,White,Australia,"This Chard's nose has pleasing butterscotch and cream aromas (that were somehow light enough to almost smell like a Sauvignon Blanc); sadly, the rest of the wine couldn't live up to the promising bouquet. Oak is the dominant flavor on the tangy, hot palate; there's high acidity in the mouth and on the back end. Pucker, pucker.",Meadow Creek,25,82,Victoria,Victoria,,Wood Park 1999 Meadow Creek Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-park-1999-meadow-creek-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,1999,Wood Park
13,Red,Australia,"Earthy aromas of bark and mulch, plus a hint of blackberry, turn  sweet in the mouth. It tastes like berry cola with supple tannins, but the residual sugar makes it syrupy.",,12,82,South Australia,South Australia,,Heritage Road 2000 Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-2000-merlot-south/,Merlot,2000,Heritage Road
13,White,Italy,"Pungent aromas of ammonia and cat pee feature hints of gooseberry and grapefruit. Once past the nose, things settle down, with melon, fig and grapefruit flavors that finish a bit rough.",Superiore,13,83,,Friuli Aquileia,,Foffani 1999 Superiore Sauvignon Blanc (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foffani-1999-superiore-sauvignon-blanc-friuli-aquileia/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Foffani
,White,Italy,"As evidenced by its solid structure, this is a good wine. The palate sensation is top-notch with good weight, crisp acidity and a smooth mouthfeel. However, the fruit is missing in action.",,20,83,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2000  Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2000-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,2000,Feudi di San Gregorio
12.7,Red,Australia,"If you've been inside a natural food store, you've already experienced this Petite Sirah. The nose has olive-y, earthy, green-produce notes; the palate shows similarly organic-tasting, fresh earthy elements. Finishes short, with a slight tang. Its uniqueness will either mesmerize you or puzzle you to no end.",,29,83,Victoria,Victoria,,Warrabilla 1999 Petite Sirah (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-1999-petite-sirah-victoria/,Petite Sirah,1999,Warrabilla
13,White,Australia,"The nose offers hot, fresh green-herbal scents, plus a bit of butter and pear. Oak shows on the mouth, as does the expected creaminess that comes with barrel fermentation. Finish is slightly oaky, with a hot, tingly sensation that's reminiscent of mouthwash. A simple, slightly antiseptic wine.",,8,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 2000 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-2000-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2000,Oxford Landing
13.7,White,Australia,"Banana, cream and a hint of cilantro characterize this Verdelho's nose. The palate is, at first, bright and lively with hints of cream; a split second later, it is supertart. Finish is bitter, with an odd metallic flavor.",,14,83,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Abbey Vale 2000 Verdelho (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbey-vale-2000-spanish-white-verdelho-margaret-river/,Verdelho,2000,Abbey Vale
11.5,White,Italy,This pleasant lightweight wine opens with floral notes followed by apple and almond flavors. Adequate acidity and a medium body complete the picture. A nice aperitif.,,7,83,,Trentino,,Lagaria 1999 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Lagaria
12,Red,Italy,"Seems old before its time, sporting aromas of baked fruit and worn glove leather. It's supple and aromatic but lacks the vibrancy and energy you'd expect from a young Sangiovese. Fading, but still holds some appeal.",,9,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Cecchi 1998 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-1998-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Cecchi
12.8,White,Italy,"Light-to medium bodied, this Chardonnay is characterized by a strong floral-herb note that shows early. This almost flowershop-like quality shows more on the palate than do fruit flavors, and persists through the dry finish.",Piemonte,19,83,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Pio Cesare 1999 Piemonte Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1999-piemonte-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,1999,Pio Cesare
,Red,Italy,"A woody Carmignano that relies too much on oak for its flavors. Smells a bit like new plywood, complete with adhesive residues, and the sour cherry fruit cuts a lean profile. Tannins are bitter, like a cup of oversteeped breakfast tea. Drink soon, before the fragile fruit disappears.",,23,83,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 1998  Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-1998-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,1998,Capezzana
14,Red,Australia,"This wine proves that too much of too many things isn't always a good thing. There are lots of superripe blackberry, fig and plum aromas on the nose, but these ripe flavors are masked by loads of tannins and acid on the palate. Finishes so hot that it's almost medicinal. A steak dinner may tame this bad boy.",The Menzies,30,83,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yalumba 1997 The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1997-menzies-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Yalumba
,Red,Argentina,"Light berry aromas and flavors make up this simple quaffer that nonetheless offers enough substance to satisfy. Similar to Côte du Rhône; it closes with licorice notes and sweet, creamy oak. Of interest, Flichman made one of Argentina's very first Syrahs back in 1974.",,,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Finca Flichman 1999 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-flichman-1999-syrah-mendoza-22002/,Syrah,1999,Finca Flichman
,White,Argentina,"A toasty, milky creaminess plays heavily on the bouquet, and in the mouth there's a lot of coconut. Sharp acidity pushes pineapple and green-apple characteristics. Has its virtues, but awkward at all points.",,,83,Other,Cafayate,,Etchart 1999 Chardonnay (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etchart-1999-chardonnay-cafayate/,Chardonnay,1999,Etchart
13,Red,Australia,"Slight berry and carob notes compete with woody and herbaceous aromas on the nose of this light wine. The palate has decent balance and shows tart berry fruit, but here the herbaceous note turns more green and bell pepper-like, remaining through the finish.",,9,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Barwang 1999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1999,Barwang
12,White,Italy,"Apple and pear notes predominate in this straightforward, pleasant wine. The palate feel is good, and the finish is reasonably long. It's a perfect picnic quaff.",,11,83,Veneto,Valdadige,,Barone Fini 2000 Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-fini-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Barone Fini
,White,Italy,"The wine's structure has all the requisite parts and then some. It has good weight, crisp acidity and fine balance. Unfortunately, there's little fruit for it to support, and therein lies the problem.",,12,83,,Alto Adige,,Tiefenbrunner 2000 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tieffenbrunner-2000-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,2000,Tiefenbrunner
11.5,White,Italy,"Sweet lemon, mineral and vanilla aromas lead to a very lightweight palate. Citrus and apple notes are lively but somewhat dilute, but it's refreshing nonetheless.",,5,83,Veneto,Veneto,,La Francesca 2000 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesca-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2000,La Francesca
11.5,White,Italy,"A fine trattoria-type white, best matched to light seafood antipasto or served alone as an apéritif. Aromas of clover-blossom honey and almond paste give way to flavors of unripe honeydew melons and tart limes.",,8,83,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Coli 1999  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1999-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,1999,Coli
13.5,White,Australia,"Don't let the youngsters get a hold of this pale-gold Chardonnay: The medium-bodied wine has easy-to-drink, apple-cidery flavors, with such low acidity that you might mistake it for a nonalcoholic cider. The sunny bouquet has lemongrass, apple and date highlights.",,16,84,South Australia,Padthaway,,Tatachilla 1999 Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,1999,Tatachilla
,Red,Italy,"This wine is 100% Gaglioppo, which is the primary red grape of Calabria. The color is light to medium ruby with some brown at the edge. The structure is good, and the flavors are dry fruit and earth. Although this is a '99, the wine just seems old before its time.",,10,84,Southern Italy,Cirò Classico,,Librandi 1999  Cirò Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-1999-italian-red-gaglioppo-ciro-classico/,Gaglioppo,1999,Librandi
11.5,White,Italy,"This wine's banana bread, butter and yeast aromas—coupled with its deep gold, almost Muscat color—prepare you for a supersweet and creamy wine. That's not at all what it delivers. Tangy apple and grapefruit flavors on the palate give this Vermentino a bright, zippy mouthfeel and a medium-long, tangy lemon finish.",,13,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Picciau 1998  Vermentino di Sardegna,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/picciau-1998-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,1998,Picciau
13,Red,Australia,"This decent entry-level Merlot has mild berry and cocoa aromas and flavors and just a hint of an herb note. The even mouthfeel and fairly smooth finish make it an attractive, easy to drink wineæand it tastes like Merlot, rather than an indistinct red.",,8,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 1999 Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-1999-merlot-south/,Merlot,1999,Oxford Landing
12,White,Italy,"This crisp, clean white is filled with tart green apple and lime aromas and flavors. Throw in hints of almonds and herbs and a slightly creamy texture, and this represents a patio wine supremo.",,13,84,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,Sant'Evasio 1999  Gavi di Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santevasio-1999-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,1999,Sant'Evasio
13.5,White,Italy,"This simple wine has aromas of mustard grains and cream cheese, which lead into more cream cheese—plus lime and an arugula-like bite—in the mouth. Slightly high acidity translates into a medium-length finish with a super-citrusy tang.",Gaiospino,25,84,Central Italy,Marche,,Fattoria Coroncino 1999 Gaiospino White (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-coroncino-1999-gaiospino-white-marche/,White Blend,1999,Fattoria Coroncino
,White,Argentina,"Overt and akin in some ways to Gewurztraminer. Flowery, lemony and fairly ebullient. Driving acidity keeps it fresh, and it tails away with a dry, soda-like snap. But drink soon; it's not getting younger.",,,84,Other,Cafayate,,Etchart 1999 Torrontés (Cafayate),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etchart-1999-torrontes-cafayate/,Torrontés,1999,Etchart
12,White,Italy,"Musky aromas and flavors of melon and nectarine turn tart and lemony on the palate. The perfect setting for this wine: New York's San Gennaro festival, washing down clams from a mobile raw bar.",,11,84,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Cecchi 1999  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-1999-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,1999,Cecchi
14,Red,Australia,"This wine reads like a sexy but aloof woman: Ruby-colored at the lips, on the thin side and corset-tight. What little perfume she wears (this you only detect after a number of swirls, twirls and minutes in the glass) has promising notes of cream and anise. Oak and black pepper in the mouth; medium-length black pepper and grape finish.",Percydale,15,84,Victoria,King Valley,,Redbank 1999 Percydale Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-1999-percydale-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-king-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Redbank
14,Red,Australia,"This blend of 78% Grenache and 22% Shiraz shows surprisingly light fruit. Starts off with eucalyptus, horse saddle and cedar aromas that morph into menthol and sauna flavors, with only brief glimpses of tart red currants.",,14,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1998 Grenache-Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1998-rhone-style-red-blend-grenache-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Grenache-Shiraz,1998,Tatachilla
13.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry, black pepper and vanilla greet you and appear again in the long finish. The hollow middle, however, detracts from an otherwise fine effort.",,17,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Enzo Boglietti 1999  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enzo-boglietti-1999-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Enzo Boglietti
13,Red,Australia,"Oxford Landing's garnet-colored Cab will please fans of simple, high-tannin wines. Oaky and peppery from beginning to end, the wine shows light blackberry and cherry flavors on the nose, and closes long and cedary.",Limited Release,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 1999 Limited Release Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-1999-limited-release-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Oxford Landing
,White,Italy,"Breganze is a village in the hills north of Venice. The grapes, Tocai and Pinot Bianco, also come from Breganze—hence the wine's name. The bouquet is primarily pear with some petrol in the distance. Good balance and weight, together with the crisp acidity and an oily mouthfeel, complete the structure. The finish is long with some almond and petrol notes.",Breganze di Breganze,15,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 1999 Breganze di Breganze White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-1999-breganze-breganze-white-veneto/,White Blend,1999,Maculan
,White,Australia,"A ripe and fruity Chard with a lavish overlay of sweet, smoky oak and spicy vanilla. It's very extracted and a little clumsy, with a rough, earthy finish.",Regional Selection,14,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Barwang 1998 Regional Selection Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1998-regional-selection-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Barwang
13.5,Red,Australia,"Though it has pleasing light blueberry aromas on the nose, and smoke and black grape flavors on the palate, this Cab-Petit Verdot-Merlot-Shiraz blend has a slightly offputting cream-cheese aroma as well. Mouthfeel is a little zingy, as if this blend has a few Zin genes, too. The finish is medium-long and more oaky than fruity.",Block 267,40,84,South Australia,Riverland,,Bookpurnong Hill 1999 Block 267 Red (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookpurnong-hill-1999-block-267-red-riverland/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Bookpurnong Hill
13,Red,Australia,"Aromas of cranberry and green olive don't reveal a dominant varietal in this three-grape blend. Very light and simple, but soft and tartly sour with hints of cherry and blackberry that accompany the green olive tinges.",Southlands,11,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Alkoomi 2000 Southlands Red (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alkoomi-2000-southlands-red-western/,Red Blend,2000,Alkoomi
12,White,Italy,"Sometimes all you need is a fresh, fruity wine that goes down easy and leaves your mouth feeling clean and zesty. This is that kind of wine. The flavors are citrusy and floral, and the acids are so high that thereÕs a dry sourness in the finish. Perfect for grilled veggies.",,8,84,,Trentino,,Cavit 2000 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Cavit
13,Red,Australia,"This full-bodied Cab has loads of grape and blackberry in the mouth, with just a shade of vanilla bean flavor. The bouquet is an odd but appealing mix of whipping cream, anise, stewed fruit and Chiclets gum. Finishes slightly hot and supertangy.",Bin 444,12,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 1998 Bin 444 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-1998-bin-444-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wyndham Estate
13.9,Red,Australia,"Black-garnet Vasse Felix has aromas of fresh wood, mint and blackberry that are muted somewhat by a cottony scent. Tart oak and blackberry flavors on the palate lead to a flash-in-the-pan, high-acid finish.",,30,84,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Vasse Felix 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Vasse Felix
11.5,White,Italy,"Lean, sharp and herbal, this is a true apéritif wine that whets the appetite. A slight sour-cream note on the palate is offset by a tangy citrus-laden finish that blends in some cinnamon-spiced pear flavors.",,19,84,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,La Scolca 1999  Gavi di Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scolca-1999-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,1999,La Scolca
12,White,South Africa,"Chenin Blanc, aka Steen, has for years been South Africa's workaday white. Paired here with Chardonnay, it shows a nice green-apple and floral bouquet, similar brisk flavors and finishes with a lemony tang. It's a good white wine quaff that's not overly soft or sweet.",,6,84,Western Cape,,,Robert's Rock 2000 Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roberts-rock-2000-white-blend-chenin-blanc-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay,2000,Robert's Rock
12,White,Italy,"This wine's earthy nose offers some hazelnut and apple nuances, and those flavors carry to the palate assertively but with a slight edge. It could use a little more acidic zing, but it would still be appealing served with mozzarella and prosciutto.",,10,84,,Friuli Grave,,Plozner 1999 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plozner-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Plozner
13,Red,Australia,"American oak can smell like cloves, and this wine, which was aged in American oak, does, along with meat, chocolate and blackberries. It's juicy in the mouth, with some numbing tannins. A little earthy and rough around the edges, and finishes with an almond-skin bitterness.",,15,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Owen's Estate 1999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owens-estate-1999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1999,Owen's Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"This wine's sweet edge will please those who haven't yet grown to appreciate complex Cabs. Aromas of mushrooms and wet soil burn off to reveal a sugary, grapey bouquet. Oak and an herbal, tarragon-like flavor dominate the palate; finishes with smoke and a sweet, Port-flavored candy taste.",,22,84,Victoria,King Valley,,Wood Park 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-park-1998-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-king-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1998,Wood Park
13.5,Red,Australia,"Unusual aromas of jam, figs and curry lead to a spicy, grapey—though slightly acidic—palate. Finishes short, with too much tannin for the fruit.",Estate,40,84,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Arthur's Creek 1995 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arthurs-creek-1995-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-yarra-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Arthur's Creek
12.5,White,Australia,"This dry and racy wine begins with a bang: grapefruit, passion fruit, pear and fig scents burst from the glass. Turns tart on the palate, with lemon accents over fig, citrus and hay flavors. The finish is tangy with a slightly bitter citrus-pith note.",Diamond Label Bottled,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Diamond Label Bottled Semillon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-diamond-label-bottled-semillon-semillon-south-eastern/,Sémillon,2000,Rosemount
12,Red,Italy,"Aromas of strawberries and milk chocolate gradually turn a bit grassy with air until a green-hay note takes hold. Light and tart, the bouncy red berries and cream flavors persist through the finish. Nice pasta red.",,10,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Baroncini 1999 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baroncini-1999-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Baroncini
14,White,Australia,"Light lemon and cream, plus heavy oak aromas lead into a slightly hot, apple-cidery palate. Feels weighty in the mouth—almost gummy—and finishes short, with citrusy accents (particularly lemon). Will please a wide audience.",,20,85,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 1998 Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-1998-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Heggies Vineyard
12.5,White,Australia,"This is a little soft and low–acid but the fruit aromas and flavors are quite pleasant, with pineapple and grapefruit predominating. There's some weightæeven a succulent quality—to the fruit that keeps the flavor and texture lingering on the back end.",Estate Bottled,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-south-eastern/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Rosemount
13.5,Red,Australia,"Rosemount's new offering opens with a pleasant vanilla, oak and dark berry fruit nose. On the palate, the fruit takes a backseat to dominant wood. Oak and cedar flavors reign here. It's a little high in acid and tannins to be an easy drinker, and it finishes long and dry with a tart edge. Try with grilled sausages.",Hill of Gold,19,85,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 1999 Hill of Gold Cabernet Sauvignon (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-hill-gold-cabernet-sauvignon-mudgee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Rosemount
11.5,White,Australia,"Smells softer and rounder than it tastes, starting off with scents of pear, fig and melon that turn herbal and a bit medicinal on the palate. Finishes with palate-cleansing lemony acidity.",,10,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Simon Gilbert 2000 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-gilbert-2000-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-hunter-valley/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Simon Gilbert
11,White,Australia,"Almost seems wooded, with strong aromas of toast, caramel and cinnamon that fight for prominence with tart lime fruit. The palate is sweet upfront, tart and almost sharp on the finish. Give it a few months to settle down and integrate before trying it this winter with poultry.",Bin 777,10,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 1999 Bin 777 Semillon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-1999-bin-777-semillon-semillon-south-eastern/,Sémillon,1999,Wyndham Estate
,White,Italy,"Not a vaudeville act, but the second edition of a new wine. The name refers to the wine's mixture—Pino for Pinot Bianco (25%) and Pinot Grigio (15%) and Toi for Tocai (60%). That said, the wine starts with lovely grapefruit, pear and almond scents. On the palate, there is good weight, lively acidity and a viscous mouthfeel. The finish, however, is somewhat short with an unusual petrol-like note.",Pino & Toi,11,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Maculan 2000 Pino & Toi White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maculan-2000-pino-toi-white-veneto/,White Blend,2000,Maculan
13,Red,Australia,"With its forward fruit and touch of toasty oak, this blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot is soft and easy to like. There's a sweetness to the cherry, vanilla and cassis flavors, which are supported by bright acididty. The easy structure yields a juicy mouthfeel.",,13,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Hope Estate
12.5,White,Italy,This wine has pure apple and pear fruit that's reminiscent of an unoaked Chardonnay. It's well balanced and the mouthfeel is round and more ample than the delicate color and aromas would suggest. A mild citrus-peel bite on the finish makes it fresh and appealing.,,10,85,,Friuli,,Campanile 2000 Pinot Grigio (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campanile-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Campanile
12,White,Australia,"A bright citrus-herb nose opens this Sauvignon Blanc with distinct style and character. Grapefruit, lime, lemon peel and green grassy flavors unfold on the round medium-full palate, but the herbaceous element is assertive,  and continues to come to the fore with time in the glass. Fans of this style will find this a winner; if that's not you, you probably won't.",,15,85,Western Australia,Frankland River,,Alkoomi 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Frankland River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alkoomi-2000-sauvignon-blanc-frankland-river/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Alkoomi
13.5,Red,Australia,"This tawny-black Riverland offering has a Port-like bouquet of stewed fruit, mulling spices and smoked meat. Superripe (perhaps overripe) blackberry fruit stars in the mouth, with ancho chile and black pepper flavors in supporting roles. This chewy Petit Verdot is, as the song goes, a bit too “Hot Hot Hot,” but is still an enjoyable drink.",,40,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bookpurnong Hill 1999 Petit Verdot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookpurnong-hill-1999-petit-verdot-south-eastern/,Petit Verdot,1999,Bookpurnong Hill
14,White,Australia,"The intense nose of this white Rhône varietal wine offers flower-shop and orange notes and an almost Gewürztraminer-like spiciness. Similar tart-sweet flavors prevail on the medium-weight palate, and high, almost cutting—acidity shows. The spicy finish has a bitter note and decent length. Unique and recommended for the adventurous palate.",,16,85,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 1999 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1999-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,1999,Yalumba
13.5,White,Australia,"Like the label says, no oak has touched this wine. All you get is pure fruit, and dry, high acid fruit, at that. The flavors veer toward citrus with a hint of peach, and the acidity is very high. Elegant, crisp, and refreshing, it finishes with a slight burn.",Unoaked,18,85,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Willow Creek 2000 Unoaked Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-creek-2000-unoaked-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,2000,Willow Creek
13,White,Italy,"This Pinot Grigio has a nice heft to it. The lime, lemon peel and apple flavors are lively and full. A biscuity, bread-dough note on the nose and palate adds some dimension. A hint of bitter almond livens up the finish.",,14,85,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 1999 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Conti Formentini
13,White,Australia,"High acid, austere fruit mark this cool-climate wine, with aromas and flavors of green apples and peaches. It would be rather lean and tart on its own, but they fattened it up with French Oak and aging on the lees. It's a terroir-driven wine.",Tulum Reserve,26,86,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Willow Creek 1999 Tulum Reserve Chardonnay (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-creek-1999-tulum-reserve-chardonnay-mornington-peninsula/,Chardonnay,1999,Willow Creek
13,Red,Australia,"There's a lot going on in this simple Cab-Shiraz. Aromas of earth, cherry and Sweet Tarts pave the way for white pepper, plum and fresh cedar on the palate. Medium-full, with nice balance, the wine finishes with a zippy (but not too hot) black pepper note. An easy mainstream sell.",,8,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-1999-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1999,Oxford Landing
12.5,Red,Italy,"Starts off with rustic, horsey aromas of sweaty tack, which fade somewhat with airing. Sour cherries vie with dark, earthy flavors in the mouth and the wine finishes with almost lemony acidity coupled with dark coffee flavors. A complex, individualistic effort that takes some contemplation to appreciate.",Le Mandorlae Riserva,23,86,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Baroncini 1997 Le Mandorlae Riserva  (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baroncini-1997-le-mandorlae-riserva-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1997,Baroncini
,White,Italy,"Tiefenbrunner is an old reliable when it comes to Pinot Grigio, and its 2000 is no exception. Pear and citrus are the flavors. The palate is well balanced and the mouthfeel round and smooth. Vibrant acidity accentuates the long, fruity finish.",delle Venezie,13,86,,Alto Adige,,Tiefenbrunner 2000 delle Venezie Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tieffenbrunner-2000-delle-venezie-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Tiefenbrunner
13,White,Australia,"Grassy and bone dry, it has strong aromas of lemons and grapefruits, with no oak influence at all. The result is clean, fresh and tart. A nice apéritif wine that would be good with fresh shellfish.",,18,86,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Willow Creek 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-creek-2000-sauvignon-blanc-mornington-peninsula/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Willow Creek
12.5,White,Australia,"This unusual blend of Sémillon, Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc is good but isn't for everyone—the bouquet is a garden-fresh blend of gooseberries, green bananas and leafy lettuce; the palate shows clean, zingy green pea and cilantro flavors. It's lightweight, with a slightly tart, fresh-cut wood and citrus finish. Would go well with shrimp or white fish.",Southlands,11,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Alkoomi 2000 Southlands White (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alkoomi-2000-southlands-white-western/,White Blend,2000,Alkoomi
14,Red,Australia,"Lots of cedary wood is wrapped around the red berry and dark cherry fruit in this smooth, medium-weight offering. It shows moderate acidity and a licorice and toast finish with some tangy tannins. It's quite woody, but likeable nonetheless.",,20,86,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Tatachilla
12,White,Australia,"Tastes quite mature, with characteristic diesel-petrol notes and ripe Golden Delicious apple aromas and flavors. The mouthfeel is round and the wine dry on the palate, turning very dry on the almost mineral-spirit finish.",Watervale,16,86,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Crabtree 1999 Watervale Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crabtree-1999-watervale-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,1999,Crabtree
12.5,Red,Italy,"This is an easygoing lighter-style Dolcetto. Cherry and mocha flavors predominate throughout, and the finish is long and dry. Would go well with pizza.",Vigna Qualin,15,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,La Spinona 1999 Vigna Qualin  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinona-1999-vigna-qualin-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1999,La Spinona
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Smoke, game and leather accent the sweet berry fruit. The medium-weight berry-cherry palate shows the characteristic earthy—some say horsey—quality of the Pinotage grape, a Pinot Noir/Cinsault hybrid. Opens with airing to reveal a licorice note. Finishes tart and smoky.",,9,86,Western Cape,,,KWV 1999 Pinotage (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-1999-pinotage-western-cape/,Pinotage,1999,KWV
,White,Australia,"Lemon and lime are the aromas, mingled with the smoky vanillins of oak and a lot of leesy notes. It's a tight wine, lean in flavor, steely in texture. Don't look for enormous fruit.  This is an angular, structured wine with high acidity, meant for aging.",Roxburgh,30,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 1998 Roxburgh Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1998-roxburgh-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rosemount
12,White,Italy,"The fresh peaches and pears tinged with citrus develop a slight bitterness on the finish that's something like the skin of an underripe peach. In this context, it's a pleasant flavor that gives structure and crispness to this bouncy, refreshing quaff.",,10,86,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Baroncini 1999  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baroncini-1999-white-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,White Blend,1999,Baroncini
,White,Italy,"Right now, the slight spritz that gives this wine its zip is just a little too prominent. The pear and peach fruit tinged with bitter almond is fresh enough to stand on its own; this wine should taste broader and smoother in another six months. Drink now with raw shellfish or as a patio wine; pair it with delicate chicken and fish dishes down the road.",Costamolino,9,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Argiolas 2000 Costamolino  (Vermentino di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-2000-costamolino-italian-white-vermentino-vermentino-sardegna/,Vermentino,2000,Argiolas
12.5,Red,Italy,"This wine boasts aromas of saddle leather and black cherries, with just a hint of medical tape. On the palate, the flavors remain true, with cherries and leather predominating, and a slight creaminess. Finishes tart and a bit one-dimensionally fruity, but this is a nice entry-level Sangiovese with good varietal character.",Santa Cristina,11,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antinori 1999 Santa Cristina Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1999-santa-cristina-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Antinori
13,Red,Australia,"Lighter and more red-fruited than most Australian Cabs, Port-like qualities show in this wine's tawny hues and cherry, burnt sugar and earth bouquet. A mouth of slightly overripe berry fruit and the creamy, smooth texture are appealing, as is the attractively sweet, slightly hot finish. It's unusual, but that's not a bad thing.",Classic Reserve,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angove's 1999 Classic Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-1999-classic-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Angove's
,White,Italy,"There's a violet note to the nose and palate that makes you wonder if there's some Viognier in this wine. Flowery and delicately fruity with mild peach, apple and ginger flavors, this wine is soft and light-bodied, with a slight tongue prickle, but the bold, perfumed flavors bring character and appeal.",,14,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Banfi 2000 Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Banfi
,White,Italy,"A clean, crisp nose of green apples with just a hint of almond opens this even, nicely balanced white. It's what a classic Soave is supposed to be—light, dry and refreshing. Slightly brisk. The long finish takes on a mineral, stony note.",,12,86,Veneto,Soave Classico,,Ca' Rugate 2000  Soave Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-rugate-2000-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico/,Garganega,2000,Ca' Rugate
14.5,Red,Australia,"Deceptively light in color, this wine nevertheless packs a wallop, with a hefty 14.5% alcohol. The delicate—almost Burgundian—cherries start off buried by oak and alcohol, but after some airing the flavors come together in a pleasant mélange of Bing cherries, maple syrup and caramel, accented on the finish by a touch of black pepper. Best Buy.",Limited Release,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 1998 Limited Release Grenache (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-1998-limited-release-grenache-south/,Grenache,1998,Oxford Landing
13,Red,Australia,"Clean, bright, and refreshing, this pretty wine is no blockbuster, but has lots of cherry fruit and spice in a dry, spicy and balanced package. The tannins are lush and lend good structure. Might even improve with a year or so in the cellar.",,13,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Owen's Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owens-estate-1999-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1999,Owen's Estate
13,White,Italy,"There's oak galore in this medium-weight apple-fruited Piedmont wine. The palate is slightly tart, with tangy oak splayed over a Granny Smith green-apple base. Finishes with decent length, but again propelled more by wood than fruit. Oak lovers will gush over this, and will find more to like about it than this reviewer did.",,34,86,Piedmont,Langhe,,Bastía 1998 Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bastia-1998-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,1998,Bastía
,Red,Italy,"A riserva Gaglioppo, this wine is characterized by dry fruit, tea and tobacco flavors. An earthy nuance brings the curtain down. Medium bodied and well-balanced, the mouthfeel is smooth. This fully mature wine is ready for drinking now. With it, the Calabrese recommend a spicy sausage from Calabria…and why not?",Duca Sanfelice Riserva,13,86,Southern Italy,Calabria,,Librandi 1997 Duca Sanfelice Riserva Gaglioppo (Calabria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/librandi-1997-duca-sanfelice-riserva-italian-red-gaglioppo-calabria/,Gaglioppo,1997,Librandi
14,White,Australia,"From a newly delimited region in Western Australia, this odd but likable blend offers aromas of hot candle wax, quince and pickled jalapeño peppers. Some pear fruit complements the spicy pepper notes. Finishes crisp.",,15,86,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Killerby 1999 Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/killerby-1999-white-blend-semillon-sauvignon-blanc-western/,Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Killerby
15,Red,Italy,"Sweet aromas of butterscotch, cherry and caramel combine and carry through to the palate along with licorice, toast and minerals. But there's a distinctly fiery note of alcohol that seems to dominate the palate. Firmly structured, this wine needs time to tone down and develop some nuance.",Ca' del Monte,36,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Luigi Righetti 1995 Ca' del Monte  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-1995-ca-monte-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1995,Luigi Righetti
13.5,Red,South Africa,"With its dried fruit, leather and mint scents, this lean wine could easily be mistaken for a modest Bordeaux. The tart cherry flavors on the lithe palate bear tobacco accents. Closes tart and dry, with a cocoa note.",Cathedral Cellar,15,86,Coastal Region,,,KWV 1996 Cathedral Cellar Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-1996-cathedral-cellar-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,1996,KWV
13.5,Red,Australia,"This easy-to-drink Cabernet's black and white peppercorn aromas jazz up the berry-and-cream bouquet. The palate's bright red-currant flavors are shadowed by a medium-length, spicy-hot finish with an almost ancho-chile quality.",,19,86,South Australia,Riverland,,Ellen Landing 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ellen-landing-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-riverland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Ellen Landing
,White,Italy,"Pineapple, citrus and wet stones greet you on the nose and continue into the long finish, where pineapple takes the lead. All of this is admirably supported by a medium-bodied structure, lively acids and a round texture. Not as forthcoming as the '99, but no slouch, either.",,20,86,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2000  Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2000-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,2000,Feudi di San Gregorio
14.5,White,Australia,"This very pale, crisply flavorful white has great backbone and surprising presence. It cuts a lean profile with pear and herb aromas and flavors predominating, a touch of vanilla and mild spice for added interest. Showing character and  length, this will pair well with veal, seafood…and maybe even smoked salmon on Sunday morning.",Sunday Morning,15,87,Victoria,King Valley,,Redbank 2000 Sunday Morning Pinot Gris (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-2000-sunday-morning-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-king-valley/,Pinot Gris,2000,Redbank
13,Red,Italy,"This wine has a fragrant nose of violets, chocolate and tobacco. It's medium-bodied and succulent with soft cherry, tobacco and mineral flavors. Not complicated, but it shows more style and refinement than many wines of this type.",Selva de' Canonici,14,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Dragani 1996 Selva de' Canonici  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dragani-1996-selva-canonici-italian-red-montepulciano-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Montepulciano,1996,Dragani
12.5,Red,Italy,"The black cherry fruit is accented by soy, menthol and olive notes on the nose in this polished but reserved wine. Medium- weight and evenly balanced, it's very dark on the palate, with espresso, chocolate and even a toasted sesame note showing. Closes quite dry with black licorice and mineral-chalk elements.",Acciaiolo,40,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 1997 Acciaiolo  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-1997-acciaiolo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello d'Albola
13,Red,Italy,"Green peppercorn and olive along with black cherry, soy and licorice aromas offer unexpected complexity on the nose of this Italian red. Also a nice surprise is the roundness and balance of this good value wine that shows cassis, green olive and anise flavors. Best Buy.",Dei Colli Venia,11,87,Central Italy,Montepulciano d'Abruzzo,,Bruno Nicodemi 1997 Dei Colli Venia  (Montepulciano d'Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-nicodemi-1997-colli-venia-red-montepulciano-dabruzzo/,Red Blend,1997,Bruno Nicodemi
12.5,Red,Australia,"It's the color of fake blood but (I'm guessing) this wine is much more palatable. There are light, airy aromas of cherry, cumin and tobacco, and flavors of blackberries and concord grapes. The wine's a mouthful, with a long chalk-meets-chile-pepper finish.",Red Label,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 1999 Red Label Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-1999-red-label-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wolf Blass
13.5,Red,Australia,"A Bordeaux-style mix of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, this wine has a tangy, fruit-juicy style that's distinctly un–Bordeaux-like. Sour cherry, cranberry and blackberry flavors and a hint of pipe tobacco carry through a soft and lingering, medium-bodied palate. Enjoy this crowd-pleaser now and over the next three years.",The Blend,26,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1997 The Blend Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1997-blend-red-coonawarra/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Balnaves of Coonawarra
13,Red,Australia,"A first-rate Merlot, this big-boned wine has juicy, rich flavors that explode out of the glass and last right through the rich, long finish. It's generous, but well made, with nice oak shadings. This is the kind of wine to lug along to the beach. Everyone will like it. Best Buy.",Diamond Label,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 1999 Diamond Label Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-diamond-label-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1999,Rosemount
13.5,Red,Italy,"Already shows a bit of brown to its hue, but that's not terribly unusual for Nebbiolo. Aromas of leather, soy sauce and tar are classic, followed up on the palate by tart cherry flavors that come across as a bit lean. Firmly structured, this wine needs time to resolve its tannins; give it three years or more in the cellar.",Dardi Le Rose Bussia,46,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Poderi Colla 1996 Dardi Le Rose Bussia  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-1996-dardi-le-rose-bussia-red-barolo/,Red Blend,1996,Poderi Colla
13,Red,Australia,"A gentle fruitiness marks this approachable, drink-me-now wine. Offers pretty black cherry Pinot Noir character with tobacco and earth accents that follow right through the long, sweet fruit finish with its modest hint of tannins. This is not a complex Pinot, but it's a very appealing one. Best Buy.",Diamond Label,12,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 1999 Diamond Label Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-diamond-label-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rosemount
,Red,Italy,"Rosso di Montepulciano is the Junior Varsity version of Brunello di Montalcino and is often a very good value for current consumption. Cherry and plum aromas and flavors abound, supported nicely by a solid but not hard acid and tannic structure. This balanced, medium-bodied wine is a fine everyday red that's ready to drink now.",,15,87,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Dei 1999  Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dei-1999-red-rosso-montepulciano/,Red Blend,1999,Dei
14,Red,Italy,"Ceretto's weakest Barbaresco in 1998 is still very good, with aromas of Asian spice, tea and roses that turn slightly grassy with airing. Licorice and earth flavors are accented by black cherries and strong breakfast tea. Firm acidity and tough tannins crack the whip on the finish.",Bernardot,74,87,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Ceretto 1998 Bernardot Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-bernardot-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
13,Red,Italy,"This 75% Sangiovese-25% Cabernet Sauvignon wine's tangy dried cherry fruit shows herb, tobacco and leather accents. The use of wood is quite apparent here—and the wine reads tart and somewhat cedary on the palate. Finishes with sour cherry and plum notes, showing good grip and brisk tannins.",Tinscvil,34,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Monsanto 1997 Tinscvil Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1997-tinscvil-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Monsanto
14,White,Italy,Distinctive notes of almond butter mingle with pears and a mélange of spices in a wine that turns lemony and zesty on the lingering finish. A green sauce of garlic and parsley will bring out the fruit and give even more pleasure.,,19,87,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 1999 Pinot Bianco (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-1999-pinot-blanc-bianco-collio/,Pinot Bianco,1999,Villa Russiz
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells young and elusive, with earthy, green aromas masking riper notes of blackberries and cassis. There's little oak evident here. The wine tastes riper than you'd expect, with sweet blackberry fruit, but high acidity keeps it on the austere side. A highly structured wine that is fine on its own and even better with the right foods.",,21,87,Victoria,Mornington Peninsula,,Willow Creek 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mornington Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willow-creek-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-mornington-peninsula/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Willow Creek
12,White,Italy,"This wine's faint rose hue shows the rarely seen but true pink color of the Pinot Grigio grape. A fragrant peach-and-herb nose, crisp but not hard texture and decent weight mark this solid example. Fruity but dry on the palate, a chalky note adds interest, and the wine closes with decent length.",,10,87,Veneto,Veneto,,Moletto 2000 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Moletto
13.5,Red,Australia,"The red berry and cocoa aromas offer solid Merlot character in this soft, medium-weight wine. It's appealing, if not particularly deep, but there's no argument here with the stylish cocoa-coffee shadings on the red currant fruit. Finishes just as pleasurably, with a bit more spice than on the palate. Best Buy.",Wattle Park,10,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 1999 Wattle Park Merlot (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-wattle-park-merlot-south/,Merlot,1999,Tatachilla
13,Red,Australia,Is this Australia's answer to Beaujolais? The sweet black cherries are accented by tart red berries fore (on the nose) and aft (on the finish). Some sweet caramel flavors and negligible tannins make this easy to gulp. Best Buy.,Grenache-Shiraz,8,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Grenache-Shiraz Red (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-grenache-shiraz-red-south-eastern/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Rosemount
15.5,Red,Italy,"Tight and a bit hot, this single-vineyard bottling from Masi shows sour-cherry, cranberry, chocolate and mint flavors along with some chalky mineral notes. It's quite youthful and restrained, with firm, even biting, tannins. It's nicely extracted and should show more in three to four years.",Serègo Alighieri,54,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Masi 1995 Serègo Alighieri  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1995-serego-alighieri-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1995,Masi
,Red,US,"Vanilla, cocoa and tobacco highlight the berry fruit of this compact red. The mouthfeel is rich and not overly soft, the fruit ripe, but without the depth of the estate bottling. The finish is slightly hot, but marked by good length and tobacco and toast notes.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Kirkland Ranch
,Red,Italy,"Real varietal character shows in this wine's full, dry plum and berry fruit. There are some slight green notes, but they're more tobacco-like than bell-peppery. With its moderate tannins and acidity, medium weight and earthy elements, this could be mistaken for a Right Bank Bordeaux.",,20,87,Veneto,Piave,,Moletto 1998 Merlot (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-1998-merlot-piave/,Merlot,1998,Moletto
12,White,Italy,"A mix of Trebbiano and Chardonnay, this pale, almost water-clear, wine features nutty aromas that blend seamlessly with those of white stone fruits. The flavors are similar, with blanched almonds and white peaches predominating. Finishes with a lively, zippy finish of lemons and limes.",Villa Antinori,11,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Antinori 1999 Villa Antinori White (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1999-villa-white-toscana/,White Blend,1999,Antinori
13.5,Red,Italy,"Everything works well here, starting with the chocolate and black cherry nose with its oaky wrap and slightly earthy notes. The wine is medium-bodied with a velvety mouthfeel. Elements of the nose show again on the long finish, where a dollop of black pepper is added. Drink now.",Vignota,22,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Conterno Fantino 1999 Vignota  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-1999-vignota-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Conterno Fantino
12,White,Italy,"So pale that it's almost colorless, the Blangé—made from Arneis grapes in Piedmont—has the oak-meets-citrus nose you'd expect of a Chardonnay. The lemon, grapefruit and pear flavors, coupled with a superspritzy, Asti-like mouthfeel, make this a good Sunday brunch eye-opener. Its slightly high acidity could cut through any French toast or waffle that you throw its way. Finishes medium-long, with herbal notes.",Blangé,30,87,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Ceretto 2000 Blangé Arneis (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-2000-blange-italian-white-arneis-piedmont/,Arneis,2000,Ceretto
12.5,Red,Australia,"Ah, the great outdoors. On the nose, raspberry, blackberry and plum meet tobacco and hickory, campfire-like aromas. Palate smolders with smoke, oak and charcoal over fruit flavors; this is a big, but not too heavy, wine. Slightly hot finish is peppered with black fruit flavors. This will overshadow many dishes—try it with barbecue or s'mores.",,6,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2000 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2000-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Banrock Station
14,Red,Australia,"Forward fruit and a soft mouthfeel characterize this Merlot from a region famous for Cabernet Sauvignon. Nice blueberry, vanilla and tobacco flavors emerge on the palate with medium intensity. Not a very structured wine, it's pleasurable with an easy, lingering finish of berry and mineral notes.",Regional Selection,14,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Barwang 1998 Regional Selection Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1998-regional-selection-merlot-coonawarra/,Merlot,1998,Barwang
13.5,Red,Australia,"This Cab takes a while to open and show some flavor, but when it does, it has subtle buttercream and blackberry aromas and a blackberry, grape jelly and honey palate. It's smooth, round and easy to drink, with a long, slightly sweet, blackberry-jam finish.",,40,87,South Australia,Riverland,,Bookpurnong Hill 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Riverland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookpurnong-hill-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-riverland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bookpurnong Hill
,Red,South Africa,"The bouquet of this Cabernet-Shiraz-Merlot-Ruby Cabernet blend shows intriguing berry, mint, anise, earth and tobacco-herb aromas. Bright acidity keeps the berry fruit lively, and the finish is long and earthy. Good now, and should improve over the next two-plus years.",,11,88,Western Cape,,,Roodeberg 1998 Red (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roodeberg-1998-red-western-cape/,Red Blend,1998,Roodeberg
13.5,Red,Italy,"The ultraripe tannins of this wine are so soft, it would be no shame to think, for a moment, that it is a '97. Leather and bitter dark-chocolate aromas lead into flavors of sour black plums, cocoa and coffee grounds. Despite this wine's softness, it should age well on its level of fruit concentration and firm acidity. Drink now through 2010.",Ghiaie della Furba,52,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capezzana 1998 Ghiaie della Furba Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-1998-ghiaie-della-furba-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1998,Capezzana
12.5,White,Australia,"This white blend has a decidedly floral, garden-y bouquet with honeysuckle, green-bean and butterscotch notes. Though the wine is medium-full (and much bigger than you'd expect a Chardonnay to be), the apple, cream and grapefruit flavors aren't over the top. Finishes medium-long, with a pleasant citrusy tang.",,6,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 2000 Semillon-Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-2000-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2000,Banrock Station
13.5,Red,Australia,"Gamy, leathery aromas don't quite hide this wine's sweet cherry nuances. In the mouth, the leather, tobacco, cigar box and oak notes are prominent, but some nice plum, berry and cherry come through in medium- bodied style. There's good acidity and some firm tannins that need to soften. Enjoy from 2003 through 2006.",,25,88,Victoria,King Valley,,Wood Park 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wood-park-1999-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-king-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1999,Wood Park
13,Red,Italy,"This is a full-bodied, bracing tart-cherry bomb with very attractive cedar, tobacco and graphite accents. Though it has a creamy texture, the wine sports high acidity that keeps the fruit very bright and provides a great edge for food pairings. Closes long with some tannic bite and dry cherry cedar-toast notes.",Cà del Pazzo,33,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Caparzo 1997 Cà del Pazzo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-1997-ca-pazzo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Caparzo
13,Red,Italy,"Easy yet complex, this ripasso-method red is ultrasmooth, with rich, dark cherry and plum fruit riding the velvety palate. This supple, full-flavored red delivers plenty of pleasure. Will pair well with dinner, yet is round enough to sip.",Campofiorin,16,88,Veneto,Rosso del Veronese,,Masi 1997 Campofiorin Red (Rosso del Veronese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-1997-campofiorin-red-rosso-veronese/,Red Blend,1997,Masi
13,White,Italy,"Light in color but very flavorful, this Chardonnay-Riesling blend serves up a full nose and mouth of pineapple and spice with light herb accents. Its bright and tangy personality will take the edge off a hot evening—try it with some grilled shrimp or chicken. A touch sweet, it will also have broad appeal.",L'Aura,28,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Monti 2000 L'Aura White (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monti-2000-laura-white-langhe/,White Blend,2000,Monti
13.9,Red,Australia,"Burge's allusion is to the trio of Grenache, Shiraz and Mourvèdre that he blends together in this wine, not to the Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Sweet, jammy aromas of crushed cherries laced with caramel pick up some creamy and cedary notes with airing, then cinnamon and red-earth and iron-mineral flavors spice up the palate. A bit tart on the finish, but this should smooth out over the next year. Will then drink well for five or more years.",The Holy Trinity,33,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1997 The Holy Trinity Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1997-the-holy-trinity-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Grant Burge
,Red,Italy,"This on-target wine shows why Dolcetto is the everyday red of choice in Piedmont. Vibrant cherry-chocolate aromas and a velvety, balanced palate are complemented by a  long black-pepper finish. It's ready to drink tonight.",Madonna di Como,16,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Le Ginestre 1999 Madonna di Como  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ginestre-1999-madonna-como-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1999,Le Ginestre
,White,Australia,"From one of Down Under's most dependable wineries, this rich, fragrant wine has lots to offer. There's plenty of ripe peach and tropical fruit and also a wallop of oak. It's full-flavored, and finishes spicy and a little sweet. Best Buy.",Diamond Label,10,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Diamond Label Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-diamond-label-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Rosemount
13,White,Italy,"This full and tangy Pinot Grigio opens with a subdued orange, mineral and tropical fruit nose. There's a good citrus-herb tension to the palate, and darker and spicier flavors here than usually encountered in Italian versions of the grape. Nicely balanced, the wine has a long, citrus-spice finish.",,21,88,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 2000 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Livio Felluga
,White,Australia,"Very classic Riesling in a Mosel style with green apple, hay and herb and a hint of petrol on the nose. The mouth shows a slight spritz, brisk acidity and more of the crisp Granny Smith apple that shows on the nose. Finishes with bright, almost sharp acidity. Best Buy.",Bin 7,8,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 2000 Bin 7 Riesling (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-2000-bin-7-riesling-clare-valley/,Riesling,2000,Leasingham
,Red,US,"This mid-weight Chardonnay offers some complexity, with spicy and leesy notes accenting the apple-pear fruit. A touch of pineapple on the nose and vanilla on the palate add further interest. The mouthfeel is even, though the wine shows a bit of alcoholic heat. It finishes with good length, showing butter and spice notes.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kirkland Ranch
13,White,South Africa,"Another strong showing by Boschendahl, the 1999 Sauvignon Blanc offers grapefruit, smoke and melon aromas. The supple palate has a good acid spine, plus apple-vanilla accents—perhaps from the 15% Chardonnay in the blend. Finishes long, with a slight peppery note. Best Buy.",Grande Cuvée,12,88,Coastal Region,,,Boschendal 1999 Grande Cuvée Sauvignon Blanc (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boschendal-1999-grande-cuvee-sauvignon-blanc-coastal-region/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Boschendal
,White,Italy,"Named for the town in Apulia from which it comes, this wine mixes Greco di Tufo and Malvasia. Apple, pear, cinnamon and floral elements combine on the nose. On the palate, there is solid weight, tangy acidity and a velvety texture. The finish persists with apple and cinnamon presiding. Would go well with shellfish. Best Buy.",Gravina,9,88,Southern Italy,Apulia,,Botromagno 2000 Gravina White (Apulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/botromagno-2000-gravina-white-apulia/,White Blend,2000,Botromagno
,White,Italy,"This lively, affordable Soave has opening and closing notes of apple, pear and wet stones. The wine is nicely poised—it has crisp acidity, yet a smooth, evenly textured mouthfeel. It finishes bright and long. This would pair well with a shrimp risotto. Best Buy.",,12,88,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Gini 2000  Soave Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-2000-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,2000,Gini
14,White,Australia,"A creamy but not mushy mouthfeel and nicely defined flavors mark this friendly, easy-to-enjoy bottling. It's mainstream, with mild tropical fruit and citrus aromas and flavors, but it has a bit more class than many similar wines, especially with its even feel and long finish. Best Buy.",Wattle Park,10,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 1999 Wattle Park Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-wattle-park-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,1999,Tatachilla
13.5,Red,US,"A lean and classically structured wine, this 100% Merlot offers tart cherry and plum fruit wrapped in a toasty oak cocoon. Licorice and earth accents and an herb-tobacco note add palate dimension. A firm, lengthy finish, good grip and precise flavor definition mark this elegant offering.",Winery Lake Vineyard,33,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 1998 Winery Lake Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-winery-lake-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1998,Sterling
,Red,Italy,"With its deep, tart-sweet black-plum aromas and flavors wrapped in a toasty oak blanket, this is an appealing, modern-style Barbera. The grape's native acidity is well tamed, but enough remains to make it a great food match. Has good tannic structure, yet has immediate appeal. Finishes long, dark and handsome.",Annunziata,17,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rocche Castamagna 1999 Annunziata  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-castamagna-1999-annunziata-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1999,Rocche Castamagna
13,Red,Australia,"This assertive, eucalyptus-scented blend is a spunky, personality-loaded blend of  91% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Merlot. It's elaborately endowed with sour cherry and cassis fruit, accented by mint, spice, smoke and chocolate flavors on a generous, balanced framework. This big red's firm but not astringent tannins and balanced acidity promise long life to a wine that's forward and rewarding right now.",,27,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Punters Corner 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punters-corner-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Punters Corner
14,Red,Australia,"This 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wine shows why Cab is the grape that made Coonawarra famous. Dense and Port-like in color, the full nose displays cassis, fruit, leather, tobacco, green olive and eucalyptus. Rich and supple on the palate, it still has plenty of backbone. The extracted black cherry flavors, accented by green olive, sun-dried tomato and mint, sit atop some firm tannins. It finishes long, but a little hard, and could use a few years in the cellar.",,27,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Punters Corner 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punters-corner-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Punters Corner
13.5,White,Italy,"On the nose, it begins with a complex, intoxicating mix of bright floral notes and a little banana. After a few minutes, citrusy aromas sneak in. Banana and red grapefruit notes on the palate lead to a lingering white-peppery finish. So sexy that a friend of mine grabbed the bottle and ran straight home to her boyfriend—believe me now?",,13,89,Sicily & Sardinia,Vermentino di Sardegna,,Cala Silente 2000  Vermentino di Sardegna,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cala-silente-2000-white-vermentino-sardegna/,White Blend,2000,Cala Silente
14,Red,US,"Though it's plushly textured and even and supple on the tongue, the flavors are woody rather than fruit-driven, with dried-spice nuances. Finishes dry, with cherry and chocolate notes and mouth-coating tannins.",Three Palms Vineyard,56,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1998 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-three-palms-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Sterling
13,Red,Italy,"This Cabernet Sauvignon-based blend is big, burly and very young, showing some rough aromas of burnt rubber or asphalt at first, but later evolving to reveal firm black-cherry fruit and licorice. The weight of the wine shows admirable extraction and richness, and the powdery tannins hint at a long and positive evolution.",Monsordo Rosso,38,89,Piedmont,Langhe,,Ceretto 1998 Monsordo Rosso Red (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-monsordo-rosso-red-langhe/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Ceretto
14.5,Red,Australia,"Darkly colored and flavored, this Merlot shows lots of toasty oak wrapped around a core of berry and black plum flavors. The mouthfeel is even and smooth, but the spicy finish turns a bit woody, picking up a dry, tart edge as the oak takes over. Tastes rather like a Cabernet, with its dark hue and flavor range.",Orange Vineyard,26,89,New South Wales,Orange,,Rosemount 1998 Orange Vineyard Merlot (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1998-orange-vineyard-merlot-orange/,Merlot,1998,Rosemount
11,White,Australia,"This even, fairly full Riesling has fragrant, grapey nose and lots of ripe apple-grape fruit. Nicely balanced, with modest acidity, it's mildly sweet on the palate but finishes dry and fairly long. Great drinking now, this would be a perfect step off the Chardonnay train for many enthusiasts. Editors' Choice.",Gold Label,12,89,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2000 Gold Label Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2000-gold-label-riesling-south/,Riesling,2000,Wolf Blass
11.5,White,Italy,"Balanced and complex, this satisfying white from Campania is ripe and flavorful without being heavy. Beautifully poised, it has a rich nuttiness, adequate acidity and impressive length. Will pair well with any white fish or pasta and vegetable dish, but is delicious to sip on its own as well.",Radici,26,89,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Mastroberardino 1998 Radici  (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1998-radici-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,1998,Mastroberardino
,White,Italy,"The name of the wine and the grape is Falanghina. It was well liked by Pliny, Horace and Virgil—and who could argue with them? Clean and fresh, this rendition opens with pineapple, banana, citrus and pear scents. The palate displays vibrant acidity, excellent balance, medium body and a velvety mouthfeel. The finish is long and echoes the opening notes. Editors' Choice.",Falanghina Sannio,15,89,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 2000 Falanghina Sannio White (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-2000-falanghina-sannio-white-campania/,White Blend,2000,Feudi di San Gregorio
,Red,Chile,"An example of good value, but good quality, Merlot.  From low-yielding vines producing rich fruit, spice and tobacco flavors along with soft, dusty tannins.  Pure acidity and ripe fruits at the end.",Single Vineyard Reserve,19,89,Central Valley,,,Valdivieso 1999 Single Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdivieso-1999-single-vineyard-reserve-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,1999,Valdivieso
,Red,US,"Toasty oak and tobacco notes frame black plums and cocoa in this nicely balanced wine. The solid black-cherry, berry and earth flavors are on target; the mouthfeel is smooth and fairly supple. Dry and softly tannic, the finish shows good length, more plum flavors and licorice-anise notes.",Estate,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 1998 Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-1998-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Kirkland Ranch
12.5,White,Italy,"Opens with full, nutty aromas. It's 98% Garganega Rosa, a variant of the regular grape, and receives 35% barrel fermentation. It's larger on the palate than most Soaves, with nicely defined apple and peach flavors. The dry, lingering finish shows elegant mineral-tinged notes.",Colbaraca,12,89,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Masi 2000 Colbaraca  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masi-2000-colbaraca-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,2000,Masi
14,White,US,"Ripe, tangy pineapple fruit plays nicely against rich butterscotch and maple syrup notes in this attractive white. On the palate, the flavors turn more to green apple and pear, with chalk and lemon providing tension and interest. Lively acidity supports the fruit well; although there's plenty of oak, it's not overbearing.",Winery Lake Vineyard,25,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 1999 Winery Lake Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1999-winery-lake-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Sterling
13.6,Red,Italy,"Creamy, with milk-chocolate and vanilla aromas and flavors alongside strawberries, cherries and tobacco. This is a full-bodied, concentrated wine that's lush enough to drink now but should develop some additional complexity with five years of cellaring.",,60,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pio Cesare 1997  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1997-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1997,Pio Cesare
13.5,White,South Africa,"The unexpectedly complex nose of this Chardonnay value shows tangerine and white peach, toast and nut accents. Pineapple, cinnnamon-clove and roasted cashew flavors show on the full, ripe and oaky palate. Finishes with good length and toasted-oatmeal flavors. Editors' Choice.",Cathedral Cellar,12,89,Western Cape,,,KWV 2000 Cathedral Cellar Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-2000-cathedral-cellar-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,2000,KWV
,Red,US,"A creamy wine offering berry and black cherry fruit, offset by licorice and menthol accents. This mid-weight Cab has a soft palate of ripe fruit, licorice and vanilla. Finishes evenly with smooth, dry tannins and dark fruit.",,30,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kirkland Ranch
13.5,White,South Africa,"A crisp, unwooded wine, at once tangy and full. Citrus, melon and herb aromas lead into a palate that pops with sweet and sour orange-pineapple fruit and clove accents. Despite the lean profile, it even has a buttery note. Refreshingly clean Chardonnay.",Bon Vallon,10,89,Robertson,,,De Wetshof 2000 Bon Vallon Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wetshof-2000-bon-vallon-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,2000,De Wetshof
13.5,Red,Australia,"Racy yet refined, this blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon and 24% Merlot shows a good, restrained balance of acid and tannins. There are plenty of mint, plum and black cherry flavors along with a hint of toast; it also has a nice, even mouthfeel and structure. Hints of cherry dot the finish.",,30,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Balnaves of Coonawarra 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balnaves-coonawarra-1997-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Balnaves of Coonawarra
13,Red,South Africa,"A strong rendition of this distinctive South African variety that shows bouncy, exuberant fruit. Sweet plum aromas and flavors, a ripe mouthfeel and an almost jammy blackberry finish make it a winner. Possesses Shiraz-like qualities, but its own unique flavor profile. Best Buy",,10,89,Stellenbosch,,,Beyerskloof 2000 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beyerskloof-2000-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,2000,Beyerskloof
12.5,Red,US,"With its aromas of smoke, chocolate, vanilla and black cherries, this wine pairs lush, forward flavors with firm structure. The long, dark cherry and cocoa finish shows solid tannins. Best held two or three years.",Diamond Mountain Ranch,33,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1998 Diamond Mountain Ranch Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-diamond-mountain-ranch-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Sterling
13.6,Red,Italy,"Very ripe aromas of spice cake, prunes and candied fruit are complemented by chocolate and briary berry flavors. Acidity keeps the rich flavors in check.  Tannins are caressingly soft, which make it surprisingly approachable now, though it should age well for a decade or more.",Ornato,110,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 1996 Ornato  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1996-ornato-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1996,Pio Cesare
13,White,Australia,"Brilliant fruit powers this delightful wine, at such a great price. Aromas of kiwi and lime explode from the glass with herbal, smoky overtones. In the mouth, it's a lusty wine, filled with lime and grapefruit flavors and intense acidity. Scouringly clean and dry.",,13,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Owen's Estate 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owens-estate-1999-sauvignon-blanc-mclaren-vale/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Owen's Estate
15.5,Red,Italy,"Rich texture and extraction mark this full-bodied red. There are cherry, brown-sugar and chocolate flavors, along with a smoky note and a heady dose of alcohol. It stays in balance, though, and the whole thing comes together in a long, sweet finish.",Ca' de Loi,52,90,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Carlo Boscaini 1993 Ca' de Loi  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-boscaini-1993-ca-loi-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1993,Carlo Boscaini
13,Red,South Africa,"This very drinkable red shows impressive depth of fruit marked by solid cassis aromas and flavors bearing smoke, toast and mint accents. It's full and round, but not flabby, and displays very good body and structure. Finishes dry and even, with good length and powdery tannins. Editors' Choice.",Cathedral Cellar,15,90,Stellenbosch,,,KWV 1997 Cathedral Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kwv-1997-cathedral-cellar-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,KWV
13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose of this winning wine has coffee, vanilla and cassis aromas. Smooth but firm, the palate leaves a slight pucker while providing rich coffee, vanilla, mint and cherry flavors with style. Will be better with a bit of age—let it soften for a year or so.",Cerviolo,45,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,San Fabiano Calcinaia 1997 Cerviolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-calcinaia-1997-cerviolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,San Fabiano Calcinaia
,Red,Italy,"The up-and-coming Abbonas of Dogliani have another winner in this dense, deeply extracted wine that flawlessly exhibits the best of the modern Barbera style. The grape's inherent high acidity is controlled. Chocolate, cherries and spice, plus a  leathery touch continue across the palate and through the lingering finish. Enjoy now.",,19,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Marziano Abbona 1998  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-1998-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1998,Marziano Abbona
13.5,Red,Italy,"This lithe, feminine rendition from Ceretto shows delicate floral and dried cherry notes deftly accented by cedar and leather. The various parts come together in an elegant, harmonious whole. This is not a bruising, tough Nebbiolo, but one that should prove versatile at the table.",Fasêt,74,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1998 Fasêt  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-faset-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
13.1,White,Italy,"This lavishly oaked wine with a big fruit foundation is very much in the California style, though it is made in Piedmont. The full, smooth mouthfeel is large but not fat, and the supple palate delivers apple, caramel, spice and toast. Finshes long and toasty, with a leesy, earthy note.",Piodilei,39,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Pio Cesare 1997 Piodilei Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1997-piodilei-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,1997,Pio Cesare
,Red,Australia,"This opaque Cab shows a sexy, bouquet of black currants, cream, figs and cinnamon. The palate's black-on-black berry-pepper flavors and cedar accents set up the spicy finish. It's hefty and chewy, but balanced and well-fruited. Can be enjoyed now, and should drink well for three to five years.",Classic Clare,35,90,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1997 Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1997-classic-clare-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Leasingham
13.5,Red,Australia,"A lovely nose with plum, cassis and notes of roasted coffee is followed by a lush, chewy mouthfeel. The ripe fruit flavors are ample and soft with cherries, plums, berries and roasted nuts blanketing the palate. Clearly this 1997 has benefited from extended aging. Enjoy it over the next two to five years.",Show Reserve,25,90,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Wyndham Estate 1997 Show Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-1997-show-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Wyndham Estate
13.5,Red,Australia,"Dark and young, it impresses for sheer power. In its youth, it's packed with precocious aromas and flavors of sappy blackberry jam framed in oak, and with a hefty dose of tannins. This young, juicy wine needs time to soften and collect itself, but if the lengthy, elaborate finish is any indication, it will age just fine. Editors' Choice.",Reserve Old Mundulla Vineyard,18,90,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heritage Road 1999 Reserve Old Mundulla Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1999-reserve-old-mundulla-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Heritage Road
14.5,Red,Italy,"This wine from Ceretto shows the hallmarks of the 1997 vintage in Piedmont: ultraripe fruit and ample alcohol. Starts off with leathery, cedary aromas that quickly recede beneath huge, mouth-filling flavors of brandied fruitcake, candied fruit and dried spices. Firm tannins mark this as age worthy, but the nearly overblown quality of the fruit makes it approachable now.",Brunate,74,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 1997 Brunate  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1997-brunate-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1997,Ceretto
13.5,White,Australia,"Raciness, class and breed mark this delicious wine. With its bright, tropical fruit and spice aromas and bold, rich flavors, it's a delight from start to finish. Crisp acidity carries waves of ripe extract through the long finish. Editors' Choice.",Rose Label - Orange Vineyard,23,91,New South Wales,Orange,,Rosemount 1999 Rose Label - Orange Vineyard Chardonnay (Orange),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-rose-label-orange-vineyard-chardonnay-orange/,Chardonnay,1999,Rosemount
,Red,US,"The lavish oak may be a bit much for some tasters, but it's suave and well integrated. Blackberry, plum, cinnamon, clove and cocoa flavors ride the solid structure. The long, broad-shouldered finish goes on and on, the spice notes lingering. Tempting now, but will be even better in three years. Cellar Selection.",Reserve,71,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1998 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Sterling
14.5,Red,Italy,"Wonderful flavors of dark fruits, minerals and licorice comprise this brawny red. There's also a nice toasty element, like roasted nuts, which is probably a result of new oak aging that brings added complexity. The alcohol is in balance. This fine wine will be best enjoyed in 2003 and beyond.",Proemio,51,91,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Santi 1996 Proemio  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santi-1996-proemio-red-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1996,Santi
13.5,Red,Italy,"The complex aromas of rhubarb, coffee, black cherries, tar, anise, cedar and green tobacco evolve in the glass. Firm acids and tannins give this wine great structure; this should be a very long-lived Barbaresco despite its forward charms. From Ceretto. Cellar Selection.",,111,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1998  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1998,Ceretto
13.5,Red,Italy,"This Barbaresco is big and maybe a touch “international” for some purists, but it maintains a sense of place through its classic structure. Chocolate, blueberry, black cherries, smoke and coconut-almond macaroons all mingle on the nose, then turn dark and brooding on the palate, where the primary flavors are black cherry and dark coffee. A velvety mouthfeel and plenty of supple tannins make this wine one for the cellar. Cellar Selection.",Il Bricco,105,91,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Pio Cesare 1996 Il Bricco  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1996-il-bricco-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1996,Pio Cesare
12.5,White,Italy,"The product of low yields and barrel fermentation and aging, this single-vineyard wine will change the way you think about Soave. Apples, tropical fruits, apricots and vanilla abound, all offset by a firm mineral element. This balanced wine has zesty acidity—the long and complex finish will amaze you. To boot, the wine has a track record of aging well for six or more years.",La Rocca,25,91,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Pieropan 1998 La Rocca  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-1998-rocca-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,1998,Pieropan
,Red,US,"Only 1000 cases of this wine were made, from some of the oldest Syrah vines in the Sierra Foothills. Sharp herbal aromas with a hint of green ride over bacony, meaty notes accented by smoky oak. The texture is velvety smooth, and fruity flavors fan out over the palate. It's dry, balanced and complex.",Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Bloc,30,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Terre Rouge 1998 Sentinel Oak Vineyard Pyramid Bloc Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-rouge-1998-sentinel-oak-vineyard-pyramid-bloc-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,1998,Terre Rouge
13.5,White,Chile,"This has plenty of nuance and flavor, with apple and pear fruit and creamy, spicy accents. The supple mouthfeel has more texture than many more costly wines, and the dry, slightly nutty finish is a winner. Shows balance and restraint, even some depth.",Xplorador,8,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 2000 Xplorador Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-2000-xplorador-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Concha y Toro
,White,US,"This vineyard-designated Sauvignon Blanc is full and round, with lots of oak over the mild grapefruit flavors, and very creamy texture. It tastes like a California version of a white Bordeaux, and finishes with spicy oak notes",Mary's Vineyard,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 1999 Mary's Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-marys-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Trinchero
8.5,White,Germany,"This straight-ahead bottling from the Loosen brothers is simply labeled Riesling.It has a surprisingly rich nose with hints of hay, diesel and citrus, while the palate shows ripe, concentrated yellow fruits. Low in alcohol (8.5%) and modest in price, this is a perfect introduction to Mosel Riesling and a great everyday wine for our Chardonnay-obsessed land. Best Buy.",,10,86,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 1999 Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-1999-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Loosen
,White,US,"This pleasant wine has aromas and flavors suggesting peaches in a heavy sugar syrup, but there are also denser notes of earth and mulch. Little oak interferes with the bright, forward flavors, which are rich without being heavy.",Lakeview Vineyards,19,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 1999 Lakeview Vineyards Marsanne (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1999-lakeview-marsanne-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Marsanne,1999,Bonterra
12,White,Italy,"Herb, white-peach and hay aromas and flavors show in this round, fairly soft Tuscan white. Slightly fuller than the Orvieto, it finishes with good length and a touch of bitter almond.",,12,85,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Rocca delle Macìe 1999  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1999-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,1999,Rocca delle Macìe
15.5,Red,US,"Soft, fruity and dry, it has some pretty flavors of red raspberries, spices and white chocolate. This is a wine for immediate consumption with simple foods like pizza and pasta.",,16,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Enotria 1998 Dolcetto (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Dolcetto,1998,Enotria
12,White,Germany,"This rather rustic wine in a round wide ""bock"" bottle has a round mouthfeel, simple and earthy aromas and flavors. But a ripe, fermenting-hay note begins on the nose, continues into the mid-palate where it becomes a musty mature element on the straightforward grape flavors. Still, it might work with sausages or other country fare.",Qualitätswein,12,82,Baden,,,Stich den Buben 1999 Qualitätswein Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stich-den-buben-1999-qualitatswein-riesling-baden/,Riesling,1999,Stich den Buben
14.5,White,US,"There's plenty of ripe fruit in this 1998. An intense nose of coconut, jasmine, sweet pineapple, toasted marshmallow and cloves opens this lush beauty. A lovely, positive tension prevails in the mouth between tropical fruit flavors, pear, apple and citrus elements, all accented by intriguing spice notes. Finishes long, again relying on a fine tension between sweet and tart notes to create a harmonious and sensuous close.",Reserve,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,ZD
14.4,White,US,"A winning combination of pear, apple, ripe melon and butterscotch flavors, spiked with spicy clove and tart citrus accents. Lavishly oaked for a mid-weight wine, there's sufficient depth of fruit here to support the wood, and the elements mesh and hold nicely. An easy, lush mouthfeel means it's best enjoyed over the next year or so—if you can keep it around that long.",,50,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Carmel Road 1999 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-road-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Carmel Road
15.1,White,US,"The third vintage of the Beringer senior winemaker's namesake bottling is robust, yet approachable. This wine is lavishly—to some, overly oaked, but it's one of the best of this style. Apple, cinnamon bun, and smoke aromas give way to caramel, vanilla and spice flavors. Add a rich, round mouthfeel, and you've got a very seductive package. This wine is more about vigorous style, flavor and texture than subtlety. Only die-hard anti-oaksters will be able to resist its appeal.",Sbragia-Limited Release,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1999 Sbragia-Limited Release Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-sbragia-limited-release-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Beringer
,White,US,"A seductive nose of pineapple, pear, vanilla and buttered toast leads, followed by a nicely knit, well-fruited, but not-at-all sweet palate. Here, pear, melon, pineapple and tangerine is offset by light toast and vanilla accents. Balanced and smoothly textured, it shows graceful restraint that suggests it will improve over the next year or two.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cakebread
14.5,White,US,"The ripe bouquet shows rich banana, butter and pineapple aromas. Full-bodied, yet bright with lively acidity, the palate displays bright citrus, butterscotch, pineapple, green plum and vanilla flavors. There's slight heat, but also nice vanilla and citrus notes on the long finish.",Nielson Historic Vines,75,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1998 Nielson Historic Vines Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1998-nielson-historic-vines-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Byron
,Red,France,"A solid yet seductive wine, displaying a handsome bouquet of sour cherry, licorice, meat and leather aromas. The mouth follows in good style with riper cherry fruit, cocoa-chocolate notes and an anise touch that adds dimension. The rich, full palate texture and long finish with its dusty tannins complete the pretty picture. Cellar Selection.",Arvelets,45,91,Burgundy,Pommard,,Prosper Maufoux 1998 Arvelets  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1998-arvelets-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1998,Prosper Maufoux
14.1,White,US,"Full and fat with a delightful mix of tropical fruit and new oak spiciness. Both a creamy texture and good acid—a feat in itself—offset nicely the rich pineapple, peach, coconut, clove and exotic spice flavors. Has style, balance and length. Drink this Carneros champ now and over the next two years. Top Value.",,30,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Truchard
13.8,White,US,"An anise note adds dimension to an already attractive lime, toast, melon and buttery bouquet. With beautiful balance, subtle peach, nut and crème brûlée flavors come together in a very attractive palate. This is as lithe and balanced as a ballerina on pointe. This Rutherford treat has a long, warm and smoky-caramel flavored finish.",,53,91,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 1999 Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-1999-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,1999,Staglin
14.6,White,US,"Like autumn in a bottle, the subdued smoke and pear bouquet is followed by a buttered apple, toast and vanilla palate. The flavors are more understated than they sound—this wine is all about subtlety and balance. It builds in layers, complex and butter-smooth. The standout finish shows butterscotch and mineral notes in a delightful tension.",Richard Dinner Vineyard,47,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Paul Hobbs 1999 Richard Dinner Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-1999-richard-dinner-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-mountain/,Chardonnay,1999,Paul Hobbs
14.5,White,US,"Big and oaky, as Private Reserves always are, the '99 is a textbook toasty Chardonnay. Apple, peach and plum aromas and flavors are wrapped in a smooth, smoky cocoon. The rich and supple palate feel is a winner, the long finish still tight. Enjoyable already, but should be held for a few years.",Private Reserve,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1999 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1999-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Beringer
13,White,US,"Jed Steele's wines turned in impressive performances in this tasting—as in this full-bodied, well-integrated and elegant wine from the respected Sangiacomo Vineyard in Carneros. Tropical fruit, butterscotch, lemon and hops flavors caress the nose and palate, supported nicely by an acid spine. Creamy yet firm, the mouthfeel is admirable. The wine sports a stylish, mildly spicy finish. Top Value.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Steele 1998 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
14.2,White,US,"A flamboyant bouquet of pineapple, ripe orange, floral, nuts and toasty oak opens to a full palate of orange, nectarine and pineapple flavors. Interesting accents including brown sugar, buttered popcorn and mineral notes provide great tension against the fruit. Round and full—if a touch soft—it closes with a long, refined spicy-nutty finish.",Reserve,48,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lewis 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lewis-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Lewis
13.5,White,US,"Ginger snap and graham cracker aromas share the field with golden apple, menthol and lemongrass on the nose. Winemaker Rob Hunter selects the best lots and crafts a tightly-meshed wine with persistence and a strong backbone. Pear, pineapple, vanilla and toasty oak linger on the palate. Has personality and closes with impressive length.",Reserve,40,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Sterling
14.2,White,US,"The fragrant and flavorful nose's butter, lychee and banana aromas create an alluring opening. Pink grapefruit and tropical fruit flavors accent a sweetly spicy, baked-apple mouth that has medium weight and a nice texture. The wine finishes dry and nutty, with moderate length. Smoky and lush, it's ready to drink tonight.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Rudd 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudd-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Rudd
,White,France,"This shows class and style immediately in its dry black cherry and soft leather aromas with chalk nuances on the nose. Opens with even, elegant cherry fruit; spice and leather accents atop a supple palate follow. The wine finishes gracefully, with good length and a sweet back-bouquet.",Premier Cru Beaumonts,57,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Prosper Maufoux 1997 Premier Cru Beaumonts  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1997-premier-cru-beaumonts-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,1997,Prosper Maufoux
14.2,White,US,"Apple and tropical fruit aromas accented by mint, grass and herbal notes open to an equally bright palate of pineapple, mango and citrus flavors. In this classy, medium-bodied Chardonnay, these lively elements meet buttery vanilla notes in the mouth and flow into a long caramel finish with brisk, pepper-oak accents.",VSR,35,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1998 VSR Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1998-vsr-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1998,Lockwood
14.5,White,US,"Taste this wine and you'll agree: It's big. Even fat. A fragrant, buttery apple-floral bouquet opens into a banana, orange and hay palate. The mouthfeel is creamy, round and lively—it's full-flavored without being too weighty. Pear and butterscotch linger on the finish.",Stature,60,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Stature Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-stature-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Kendall-Jackson
14.1,White,US,"One of two Byron bottlings from this source; this one should be less difficult to find in stores. The dry apple and pear fruit flavors are bolstered by crisp acidity, refreshing mineral accents and earthy elements. This is a chewy, mouthfilling wine with richly textured palate feel. The long finish is tangy with citrus, cinnamon and mineral components.",Nielson Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1998 Nielson Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1998-nielson-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Byron
14.4,White,US,"This is a big, delicious mèlange of pineapple, pears, buttered popcorn and coconut vying with mineral and toasty oak elements. Fat and friendly, it's got the goods to hold the taster's interest. The “California Cuvée” designation means that it's made of fruit from many places—more proof that good bottles are not all vineyard designates or single AVA wines. Enjoy now and over the next two years.",Signature Reserve,42,91,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 1998 Signature Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1998-signature-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Testarossa
14,White,US,"Best known for their classic Cabernets, this producer has a confident and skilled hand with Chardonnay, too. This is a well-proportioned wine that displays complex apple, lime, vanilla and earthy mineral notes. There's a crisp tautness to the apple fruit and tart citrus acidity that carries on the long, spicy finish. A powerhouse that promises to open up over the next year. Top Value.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.9,White,US,"At 2,523 cases, this is fabled grower Rochioli's largest-production Chardonnay. The bouquet sings with complex roasted nut, pineapple, citrus, toast and banana aromas. Tart apple and anise flavors play off the sweet caramel and vanillin oak to create an elegant balance on the palate. Persistent fruit and smoky accents on the finish—it's hard to resist. Top Value.",Estate,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 1999 Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-1999-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Rochioli
13.8,White,US,"From the orange, creamy buttermilk and earthy notes on the nose to the dry mineral, herb and Asian pear palate, there's much to savor here—such as the balance, proportion and long, citrus-mineral finish. This is a complex and reserved wine, not a conventional, in-your-face bottling. It's rather tight now, but if you give it two years (or more!), you'll be well rewarded.",Diamond T Estate,55,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 1998 Diamond T Estate Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-1998-diamond-t-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1998,Talbott
13.5,White,US,"Bob Lindquist's 1999 offering displays a lovely opening of tropical fruit and vanilla custard beneath a smoky veil. The palate's understated nectarine, pear, pineapple flavors are bolstered by firm but not sharp acidity. The mouthfeel is crisp; the wine's fine structure shows through the tangy, nut-pepper finish. Already impressive, but warrants cellaring for two or three years. Top Value.",Bien Nacido Reserve,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1999 Bien Nacido Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1999-bien-nacido-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Qupé
13.4,White,US,"This is a full, round and juicy wine, with pronounced orange, tangerine and pineapple aromas and flavors. Wonderful hints of vanilla and spice accent the bright tangy core of citrus fruit. A wine that's big and packed with fine ripe fruit, but isn't over the top.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foley 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Foley
13.7,White,US,"One of a back-to-back pair of strong performances from Foley, this wine opens with well-defined herb, caramel and cream nose. Ripe apple and toasted oak flavors round out the rich, buttery palate. The citrus and peach finish goes on forever. Shows complexity, but with a straight-ahead style that make it a real pleaser. Great now.",Barrel Select,38,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Foley 1999 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-1999-barrel-select-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Foley
14,White,US,"Another elegant wine from Cambria. This one has a vanilla, smoke and grapefruit nose. Medium-weight, it is crisp in the mouth, though somewhat leaner than the Bench Break. This cuvée nicely melds green apple fruit with menthol and vanilla accents. The bouquet is a reprise of the long, sweet-tart, butterscotch and tangy oak finish.",Rae's,41,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Rae's Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-raes-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cambria
13.7,White,US,"A winning nose offers aromas of créme brulée, smoked bacon, pears, peaches and toasty vanilla that just keep coming on in this stylish, full wine. The palate shows similar flavors. The big mouthfeel continues on the long, slightly sweet finish with its toasty, smoky oak. Strong already, but it should be even better in six months. From the maker of the fine affordable and widely available Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay. Top Value.",Bench Break Vineyard,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1999 Bench Break Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1999-bench-break-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cambria
14.3,White,US,"This wine's fat, tropical fruit, banana and toast nose has a pungent, spicy Gewürztraminer quality. The palate is the payoff. It shows the aforementioned elements, plus cinnamon, clove and vanilla flavors. What you get is a ripe, unctuous wine—big, maybe even a bit overblown, but totally lovable. The long, spicy finish of this unique bottling is impressive.",Reserve,32,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ledson 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-1998-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Ledson
14.5,White,US,"An intoxicating bouquet of clove, ripe orange, peach and melon promises a lot, but this wine delivers. The similarly heady palate of creamy, ripe tropical fruit is almost romantic, the richly textured mouthfeel full and lush. Finishes long in the same sensuous manner. Drink now for its exuberant fruit and voluptuous feel. Like Paul, his wines exude style and character.",,38,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Paul Hobbs 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-hobbs-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Paul Hobbs
14,White,US,"A very ripe tropical-fruit nose is complemented beautifully by an intense smoky-toasty element. Pineapple, mango and caramel flavors stand out on the full palate: The smoky note resurfaces later, riding out the persistent finish. This is a sleek, stylish, but very solidly built Chardonnay. It pushes all the right sensory buttons, with big body and great lines, like a '56 Buick.","Reserve Unfined, Unfiltered",58,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,"Jarvis 1999 Reserve Unfined, Unfiltered Chardonnay (Napa Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-1999-reserve-unfined-unfiltered-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Jarvis
14.1,White,US,"Lots of spice along with a veritable fruit cocktail of complex flavors open this understated performer. From green apple and bosc pears to melon and mint, it has an elegant integration of fruit and spicy, vanillin oak. Tangy acidity keeps it lively, and the wine finishes crisp and dry. Still tight, this could use a year to knit itself together.",Stone Côte Vineyard,33,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hartford 1999 Stone Côte Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-stone-cote-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Hartford
,White,US,"It's said that Dick Arrowood personally checks every bottle that goes out—his attention to detail shows here. A complex and refined bouquet of toasted oat, coconut, orange and peach opens to a full palate of apple, yellow plum and caramel flavors. Rich and creamily textured, it is also high on spice and smoky oak. The complex finish is very long, leesy and elegantly nuanced.",Reserve Speciale Cuvée Michel Berthoud,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arrowood 1998 Reserve Speciale Cuvée Michel Berthoud Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1998-reserve-speciale-cuvee-michel-berthoud-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Arrowood
13.5,White,US,"Long known for their powerful, elegant Chardonnays, Chalk Hill's 1998 offering is impressive for its complex array of aromas and flavors. The toasty, leesy, popcorn elements adorn full, richly nuanced sweet pear, pineapple and peach flavors. A lovely, smooth mouthfeel with a slight granular quality adds texture and interest. This refined wine exudes finesse and refinement.",Estate Bottled,40,91,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,1998,Chalk Hill
13.9,Red,US,"Displaying great fruit and excellent structure, this can be enjoyed now, but it has soon scale and intensity that we suggest aging it for at least another year or two. Barelli seems to yield darkly-fruited wines of depth and structure that read somewhat tighter and harder in their youth. Has classic cassis, toasty oak and tobacco touches, plus a dusty Alexander Valley feel.",Barelli Creek,28,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Barelli Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-barelli-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
14.4,White,US,"Crème brûlée creaminess combines with tart citrus fruitiness in this wine, which displays great balance and richness. A nice oak frame holds it all together and provides a handsome framework for the lime-orange-tangerine citrus core. The palate has buttery caramel and wintergreen accents. Long, serene finish.",Reserve,45,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1998-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Chateau St. Jean
14.2,White,US,"Bright pear, peach, pineapple, ginger snap and floral notes grace a fresh, fragrant nose. The palate's exotic tropical fruit, ginger and lychee nut flavors mingle beautifully in a medium-full, though perhaps slightly sweet, package. Elegant and appealingly fresh.",Great Estates,35,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Great Estates Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-great-estates-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1999,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"Joseph Phelps's flagship Chardonnay is a study in sophisticated style. A fragrant peach, pineapple, smoke and floral bouquet might, in other wines, be overpowering, but here it is subtly seductive. Rich peach, tart orange and oat flavors ride the velvety palate, and the long, suave finish displays tangerine, peaches and cream aromas and flavors. There are layers of nuance to explore here—savor this one slowly.",Ovation,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1999 Ovation Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1999-ovation-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Joseph Phelps
14.5,White,US,"This Chardonnay reads on the nose and palate like key lime pie. Sweet and sour citrus notes are offset by graham cracker, vanilla and ginger snap. This is great juice with plenty of dimension—at once smooth and full, creamy and spicy. Don't drink it for dessert, though—try it with grilled chicken in a citrus and spice marinade. Top Value.",Genevieve Magoon Vineyard Reserve Tutu,40,91,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Guenoc 1999 Genevieve Magoon Vineyard Reserve Tutu Chardonnay (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1999-genevieve-magoon-vineyard-reserve-tutu-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Guenoc
14.2,Red,US,"The really ripe dark cherry, toasty oak and licorice aromas and flavors here are winning. It has a wonderful sweetness and balance. The fruit here is rounder and more forward than in the Barelli—still, it's big, juicy and has plenty of structure.",Stefani Vineyard,28,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Stefani Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-stefani-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
14.5,White,US,"A winning wine that displays a vibrantly fragrant tangerine, citrus and herb-butter bouquet. It opens to a full, dense tropical-fruit palate and shows an almost seamless texture. Tangy oak plays off the lingering fruit nuances on this bottling's lengthy, luxurious finish.",Signature,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1999 Signature Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1999-signature-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Chappellet
14.1,White,US,"A seductive nose of pineapple, pear, vanilla and buttered toast leads, followed by a nicely knit, well-fruited, but not-at-all sweet palate. Here, pear, melon, pineapple and tangerine is offset by light toast and vanilla accents. Balanced and smoothly textured, it shows graceful restraint that suggests it will improve over the next year or two.",,32,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Cakebread 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cakebread
14,White,US,"The flagship of the Peter Michael Chardonnays is a stylish, sexy wine. Opens with a wonderful nose of peach, tropical fruit, nuts and orange tea; it shows great poise and a classic sense of proportion from bouquet to finish. The wine unfolds and expands in the glass, offering lovely orange, mineral and tarragon flavors. The engaging finish has great length and subtle aromas and flavors. Impressive for its restraint and attention to detail, this is delicious now but will also reward keeping. Cellar Selection.",Cuvee Indigene,85,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Peter Michael Winery 1999 Cuvee Indigene Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-michael-winery-1999-cuvee-indigene-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Peter Michael Winery
,White,US,"Taut and intensely structured, the compact smoke, lime, ginger and nut bouquet here hints at what's within. The mouth offers lime and chalk, vanilla and apples and a creamy yet firm mouthfeel—it's surprisingly full, with bright acidity. The dry, crisp finish with its spicy, toasty flavors has great length, again showing structure and refinement. Will be at its best in two-plus years. Cellar Selection.",Woolsey Road Vineyard,37,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Patz & Hall 1999 Woolsey Road Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/patz-hall-1999-woolsey-road-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Patz & Hall
14,White,US,"Ripe orange and papaya, spice, graham cracker and smoke are a few of the adjectives tasters used to describe the nose of this delightful wine. Though rich and open on the palate, it never gets loose or sloppy. A great chalk element and spice accents nicely offset the rich fruit foundation. Buttered toast and nutty, leesy notes mingle with pineapple on the long, finely balanced back end.",Paladini Vineyards,45,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Fisher 1999 Paladini Vineyards Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-1999-paladini-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Fisher
13,White,US,"One of the oldest wines submitted, a deliciously complex créme brûlèe, coconut, nutmeg, vanilla and smoke bouquet opens this classy contender. Full and creamy on the palate, it offers rich, finely nuanced pear and nectarine fruit flavors accented by clove, nutmeg and coconut. Still feels young, finishing long and bold with intriguing spice and tangy pineapple notes.",Reserve,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kent Rasmussen 1996 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-1996-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Kent Rasmussen
,White,US,"One of seven wines we tasted from this renowned vineyard, and one of six from veteran Chard-meister Jed Steele. This one's a beauty—the top scoring wine from both the winemaker and the site. A floral, orange, vanilla custard and almost mustardy-spice nose opens to a full orange, mineral and vanilla-spice palate. It's rich and creamy yet spicy, and even shows some bright lemony elements. This multidimensional wine finishes long with tangy, toasty oak. Top Value.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Steele 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
14.1,White,US,"Full and focused, the nose of orange, crème brûlée and vanilla opens to a handsomely balanced palate of lively citrus, Granny Smith apple and vanilla cream flavors. Moderately plump and pleasing, good underlying acidity here keeps it elegant and maintains fine flavor definition. Butterscotch, lemon and spicy oak flavors mingle on the long finish.Top Value.",Goldfields Vineyard - Reserve,30,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simi 1998 Goldfields Vineyard - Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1998-goldfields-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Simi
13.5,White,US,"This is a seductive pleasure-bomb, with a ripe core of tropical, citrus and banana fruit flavors wrapped in a toasty-oak and butterscotch cocoon. Lush and creamy, it hits all the right notes; as it pushes the ripeness and vanilla envelopes to the max, it does so with great style and balance. The long, toasty, crème brûlée finish has great appeal. Top Value.",Marios Reserve,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Trinchero 1999 Marios Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1999-marios-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,M. Trinchero
,White,US,"This is everything a flagship wine should be, with its rich mouthfeel, palate-coating flavors and long finish. The flavors are on the apple side of the Chardonnay spectrum, with toasty oak galore, but would you expect otherwise? The long finish has lots of finesse and style despite its considerable heft.",Estate,50,92,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,E & J Gallo 1998 Estate Chardonnay (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-j-gallo-1998-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-northern/,Chardonnay,1998,E & J Gallo
13.7,White,US,"This Napa stalwart is beautifully integrated. Leesy and citrus notes accent the solid apple and toast profile on both the nose and in the mouth. It's big, but displays impeccable balance and a great mouthfeel. Lime and spice play against richer butterscotch, vanilla and toasty elements on the long, handsomely textured finish.",Reserve,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley-10292/,Chardonnay,1998,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
14.1,White,US,"Deep pineapple and orange fruit is wrapped in a deep, toasty oak envelope in this Russian River classic. There are complex nutty, leesy, burnt sugar and even vaguely meaty notes on the nose. These open to a big-bodied but earthy and stony palate where bright, citrusy fruit and vanilla accents also vie for attention. Tightly wound, the burnt-toast and mineral finish is long and tasty, with more vanilla, smoke and apple accents. Top Value.",,30,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dehlinger 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehlinger-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Dehlinger
14.1,White,US,"An intensely fragrant floral, ginger, peach, lemon-lime and orange-spice bouquet ushers in this smooth, well-structured wine. The palate shows intricately meshed orange, butterscotch and toasted nut flavors, offset by angular, racy mineral accents. Finishes long and crisp, with refined pineapple, citrus and stony flavors. Enjoyable now but still tight, this should offer even more in two years.",Laura's,54,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Hartford 1999 Laura's Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-lauras-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Hartford
,White,US,"This is sensuous Chardonnay that provides plenty of texture and depth without being heavy. The bouquet is robust and complex, with pear, smoke, vanilla, cumin and an appealing oatmeal-graham cracker-like note. A full spectrum of similarly ripe fruit flavors coats the mouth, bolstered by good acidity, and you can almost sink your teeth into the full, chewy mouthfeel. This very impressive bottling finishes long and complex, with grainy pear, spice and buttery notes. Editors' Choice.",,34,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Darioush 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darioush-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Darioush
,Rose,US,"It has a deep, candy-red color, but the nose is anything but candied, showing aromas of green olives, herbs and blackberries. Salivatingly tart and only slightly sweet. The flavors are a combination of green olive and iced tea with lemon. It's not subtle, and would probably work with Buffalo wings.",Rose,7,80,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1998 Rose Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1998-rose-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Sutter Home
13.5,Red,Chile,"Odd rubbery scents of asphalt and latex turn to bitter coffee grounds on the palate. There are some grapey, black-cherry flavors but they are tough to get at. Shows a unique personality, which some tasters may find refreshing.",Estates,10,81,Maipo Valley,,,Porta 1999 Estates Carmenère (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-1999-estates-carmenere-maipo-valley/,Carmenère,1999,Porta
,Red,US,"Has weird aromas of cooked mushrooms and asparagus, but strangely, it tastes pretty good, with berry flavors and a dry, softly tannic structure. Not a bad wine, except for that odd smell.",Coastal Vines,10,81,California,California Other,California,Napa Ridge 1998 Coastal Vines Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1998-coastal-vines-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Napa Ridge
,Red,US,"A thin, simple wine, with some berry flavors. Very dry, with somewhat sharp tannins and acidity, it finishes on a harsh green note.",Vintner's Select,10,81,California,California Other,California,Haywood 1999 Vintner's Select Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1999-vintners-select-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Haywood
13.5,White,Chile,"From the opening whiff, this wine shows an off-putting lean, piney aroma. The apple and pineapple fruit are almost completely veiled by the green oak perfume that most tasters won't get past.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,13,81,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 Medalla Real Special Reserve Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-medalla-real-special-reserve-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Santa Rita
13.6,Red,Chile,"A contrast of sweet and bitter elements shows in the blueberry-jam, vanilla and balsam aromas and the plum, earth, and herb flavors. Firm, puckering tannins frame this light-bodied Merlot.",,9,81,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2000 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2000-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2000,TerraNoble
13.5,White,Chile,"The tart green-apple fruit has a musty note that doesn't yield with time in the glass. The wine is dry, the flavors nondescript and there's not much palate texture",,9,82,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 2000 Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-2000-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,TerraNoble
,White,Chile,"Green-apple and yeasty notes prevail in this organic, all-native-yeast Chardonnay. Still, it feels thin and has a vaguely oxidized quality, where one would perhaps expect rustic body and life. Soft and smoothly textured, it turns slightly tangy on the back end.",Nativa,15,82,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Nativa Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-nativa-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Carmen
,White,US,"Begins with aromas of peaches and citrus fruits and a vegetal, herbaceous note. Fruity and rough, with good acidity.",,11,82,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Forest Glen
13.5,White,Chile,"A sweet nose with banana, lemon-lime, and pipe tobacco elements opens to a straightforward, rather tart palate with light apple and lemon flavors.",,8,82,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Monica 2000 Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-monica-2000-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Santa Monica
13.8,Rose,US,"It says “dry” on the label, but when sampled in a flight of dry rosés it tasted distinctly off-dry. Cotton-candy and strawberry aromas combine with a unique herbal note. The flavors are strawberry, bell-pepper and lemongrass, with citrusy acidity and an herbal, green-apple finish.",Z Gris,9,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 2000 Z Gris Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-2000-z-gris-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,2000,Zaca Mesa
13.5,Red,US,"This wine offers some blackberry aromas and flavors. On the downside are herbaceous green notes, especially on the rather sharp finish. It's a thin wine.",Vineyard Reserve,10,82,California,California Other,California,Bandiera 1998 Vineyard Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandiera-1998-vineyard-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Bandiera
13.5,Red,Chile,"Garnet colored, with light raspberry and cedar flavors on the palate, this has an overall earthy, smoky cast that's high on acid and low on fruit. Finishes short, with light cassis-flavored, and very evident tannins.",Reserva,11,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Santa Rita
,White,Chile,"The soft melon and white-peach nose has mint and grass accents but also a faint mustiness. In the mouth the mild lime and melon flavors display an odd, lemon candy-drop sweetness. This light wine is balanced, but the elements never really come together.",,14,82,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-2000-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Viña Tarapacá
11.5,Rose,France,"Pale salmon pink, this is a light, easy wine. Faint melon and herb aromas lead to an off-dry palate with sour-cherry and anise flavors. Nothing complicated here, but good enough balance to be refreshing.",White,8,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Fortant 2000 White Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fortant-2000-white-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,2000,Fortant
,White,US,"Smells citrusy and oaky, with a distinct melon note. This is a simple, somewhat rough wine that expresses the most basic Chardonnay characteristics, but offers little beyond affordability.",Vintner's Select,10,82,California,California Other,California,Haywood 1999 Vintner's Select Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1999-vintners-select-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Haywood
,White,US,"Opens with aromas of peaches, butter cream, vanilla and caramel, then turns fruity and rich in the mouth. It's a bit awkward, as there's a blast of herbs or veggies in the middle palate that doesn't seem to belong.",,14,83,California,Lake County,Lake County,Wildhurst 1999 Chardonnay (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-1999-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Wildhurst
13.6,White,US,"Very ripe, forward fruit characterizes this slightly heavy, somewhat dense wine. It has a kiss of oak and a little sweetness, with good, crisp acidity.",,10,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Napa Ridge 1998 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1998-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Napa Ridge
13.5,White,US,This lemony wine boasts modest citrus aromas and flavors coupled with sharp acidity. It has some pretty oak and spice notes.,Coastal,10,83,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Coastal Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-coastal-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,White,US,"Begins with pretty but light aromas of peaches and cream and vanilla, and turns watery and citrusy in the mouth, with high acidity. Whistle-clean, it finishes with lemony notes.",,14,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Saint Gregory 1998 Pinot Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gregory-1998-pinot-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Saint Gregory
13.5,Red,US,"This is one of those “generic” red wines that smells and tastes of berries, with an earthy streak and a kiss of oak. It's a little soft, yet dry enough to satisfy most red wine drinkers and not bad for the price.",Coastal,12,83,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Coastal Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-coastal-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,Chile,"Menthol and blackberry aromas are followed by a palate of soft and straightforward blackberry, vanilla and anise flavors. It's an uncomplicated, pleasant package, nicely balanced and easy to enjoy now.",Estate Bottled,10,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1999 Estate Bottled Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1999-estate-bottled-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.5,Red,US,"A little less than ripe, it's got hints of blackberries but really veers toward an earthy herbaceousness. There's a cut of greenness in the aroma, and in the flavors, too. Finishes a bit rough and thin.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"This country-style wine has bright citrus-accented fruit and buttery spice aromas, and drinks pleasant and dry. On the finish, it turns citrusy again.",Night Harvest,10,83,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1999 Night Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1999-night-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,R.H. Phillips
13.5,Red,Chile,"The smoke and menthol-toast aromas from new oak run alongside grass and green hay. The fruit flavors are light, but tend toward black cherries. This may improve a bit once the dry woody tannins on the finish subside; try in six months with grilled steak.",Reserva,11,83,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-reserva-carmenere-rapel-valley/,Carmenère,1999,Santa Rita
14,White,US,"This is a light-bodied wine that has lots of crisp acidity, a steely spine that's very clean and refreshing and is bone dry. Strongly citrusy, with lots of lemon and grapefruit. It's a simple apéritif wine that won't break the bank.",,12,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Monte Volpe 1999 Pinot Grigio (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Monte Volpe
14.1,Red,US,"This tastes sort of like Zin. Starts with wild berry, pepper, and gamy, leathery notes, and turns rich and full-bodied in the mouth, with robust berry and spice flavors. Fairly strong tannins mark this rustic wine.",Primitivo,19,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1998 Primitivo Primitivo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1998-primitivo-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Primitivo,1998,Sobon Estate
,White,US,"Fresh, young and strong, with citrusy flavors, this is very dry. You'll notice the acidity, too. It's a refreshing, crisp wine that scours the palate clean.",,11,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1999 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Forest Glen
,Red,US,"Lots of juicy, jammy aromas here, with earthy tobacco notes, and clove accents from American oak. It's rich and extracted, with wild berry and spice flavors, but quite high—almost searing—acidity. The finish is raspy, thanks to those acids and some tough, dry tannins.",Eschen Vineyard Old Vine,24,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Folie à Deux 1998 Eschen Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1998-eschen-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,1998,Folie à Deux
14,White,Chile,"Opens with stylish lemon and cream notes, but a sweetness only hinted at on the nose takes over on the palate, and the wine loses focus. Really doesn't show the definition, spine and structure for a reserve designation, ending up Lifesaver-sweet.",Reserve,17,84,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-2000-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Carmen
14,Red,US,"From this Italian variety comes a light, pleasant wine, with floral, citrus and vanilla aromas. It's pretty rich, with an explosion of citrus fruits and a thick, glyceriney texture.",,14,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Enotria 1999 Arneis (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/enotria-1999-italian-white-arneis-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Arneis,1999,Enotria
,White,US,"Crushed almonds, earth and a trace of honey and citrus mark the aromas. Then it turns fruity in the mouth and a tad sweet. It's a nicely balanced, apéritif-style wine for a fair price.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Napa Ridge 1999 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Napa Ridge
13,Red,Chile,"Pretty aromas of cedar, milk chocolate and mint are the highlights of this lightweight quaffer that blends in flavors of black cherry and cocoa on the finish.",Estate Bottled,11,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1999 Estate Bottled Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1999-estate-bottled-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,1999,Luis Felipe Edwards
11,White,Germany,"A nicely complex nose of apple, lemon and herbs gives way to a dry, smooth mouth full of grape flavor. An even, if slightly thin mouthfeel and smooth finish wrap it up nicely. It strikes one that Riesling is the only variety--certainly the variety that most often--does taste like grapes, as opposed to other fruits.",Kabinett,13,84,Baden,,,Stich den Buben 1999 Kabinett Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stich-den-buben-1999-kabinett-riesling-baden/,Riesling,1999,Stich den Buben
,White,US,"This light delicate wine comes from warmer parts of Napa Valley, including Calistoga and Pope Valley. The aromas suggest lemons, limes and buttery smoke, and so do the flavors. It's also dry, crisp and a little tart. Not a whole lot of substance here, but it does have its cocktail-type charms, and a good price.",,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,St. Clement
13.8,Red,US,"This is a good, well-made Cab that satisfies without being particularly exciting. It's average in the blackberry and earthy aromas, and in its very dry, blackberry flavors. Then, it snaps to a quick finish.",,17,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
12,Red,Italy,"The angular frame of this light red sports dry cherry aromas and flavors with leather accents. The palate shows some tobacco notes and it closes dry, with slightly prickly tannins.",,8,84,Tuscany,Sangiovese di Toscana,,Straccali 1998  Sangiovese di Toscana,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straccali-1998-sangiovese-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Straccali
12.8,White,Chile,"$11. Opens with a highly perfumed bouquet of lime, anise and a hint of paraffin. Delicate and fresh apple, lime and stone-fruit flavors follow. Off-beat and slightly lean, but has nice balance.",Estate Reserve,11,84,Maipo Valley,,,La Playa 1999 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-1999-estate-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,La Playa
,White,US,"This wine has a flinty, minerally personality, with a full  overlay of toasty oak. Don't look for fat, blockbuster fruit here—the flavors tend toward lime and tangerine. The oak adds caramel, vanilla and smoky notes. It's supple in the mouth but closes strangely flat.",Family Vineyard Selection Del Rio Vineyard,21,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Louis M. Martini NV Family Vineyard Selection Del Rio Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-nv-family-vineyard-selection-rio-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,,Louis M. Martini
12,White,Italy,"A straight-ahead white containing melon, herb and peach elements. This evenly textured wine is not at all sweet, with a slight mineral note to the citrus and dry stone-fruit flavors and a medium-length finish that's redolent of lemon peel.",,10,84,Central Italy,Orvieto Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 1999  Orvieto Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1999-white-orvieto-classico/,White Blend,1999,Rocca delle Macìe
,White,US,"This tastes very sweet, with dense, perfumey Muscat and orange aromas. The slight spritz keeps it from becoming totally cloying, but this could use more spine and less sugar. Like an Italian moscato; unless you've got a sweet tooth, this is over-the-top. Could work poured over strawberries.",Obsession Symphony,7,84,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 2000 Obsession Symphony White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-2000-obsession-symphony-white-other/,White Blend,2000,Ironstone
,Red,US,"Walks a tight line between a sharp, thin, herbaceous profile, and juicier, riper, more focused berry aromas and flavors. Finishes dry, with moderate tannins.",Vintner's Select,12,84,California,California Other,California,Haywood 1999 Vintner's Select Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1999-vintners-select-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Haywood
,Red,Chile,"Subtle cherry aromas are masked by deep oak and smoke aromas on the nose. Fruit isn't much more prevalent on the palate—instead, expect more oak and some earthy, minerally notes. Mouthfeel is chalky and tannic, the short finish a bit edgy.",,8,84,Central Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Carmen
12.8,White,US,"The pineapple and Golden Delicious aromas are right on target, and are followed by apple and mildly oaky flavors. An easy texture and smooth finish with mild spice notes close this crowdpleaser.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Trinity Oaks 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-oaks-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Trinity Oaks
,White,US,"A lovely, crisp, light wine that's not really dry, but nearly so. Has finely detailed citrus and wildflower aromas and flavors, and good acidity.",Dry,14,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 1999 Dry Riesling (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-1999-dry-riesling-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Riesling,1999,Madroña
,White,US,"This unusual blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon has clean aromas of ripe peach, toast, vanilla and buttered popcorn. It's very fruity and rich, with nice, round, full flavors that are designed to please.",Triad,9,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Napa Ridge 1998 Triad White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1998-triad-white-north-coast/,White Blend,1998,Napa Ridge
13,White,US,"Light, pleasant and fruity, with plenty of lemon and honey flavors. It's also nicely dry, with good acidity and balance.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2000 Fumé Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-other/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Montevina
13,Red,Chile,"A bright berry bouquet with light herb and anise notes ushers in a palate of black currants and leather, with mega-doses of oak. It's a touch hot at first, but the smooth mouthfeel and a medium-length finish of black pepper, leather and oak will please a wide audience.",Reserva de Familia,35,85,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1997 Reserva de Familia Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1997-reserva-de-familia-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,De Martino
12.5,White,US,"This is the kind of wine people call “cocktail”: very dry and a little tart, ultracrisp and clean, and with the lemon-and-lime flavors that are palate wake-up calls. Some riper, fuller peach flavors emerge, but it turns citrusy and dry again on the finish. Sure, it's simple, but it's good.",Coastal,9,85,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1999 Coastal Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1999-coastal-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Callaway
13.5,White,Chile,"After a shaky opening, where an herb-like note bears an almost chemical tang, this offers light and elegant wine offers vanilla-cream and citrus flavors. The mouthfeel is light, and appealing apple, citrus and mineral notes show on the even finish.",Maquehua,19,85,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Maquehua Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-maquehua-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Miguel Torres
13.1,Red,Chile,"Cedar, cassis and blueberry aromas open this mid-weight Bordeaux-style red. An even, lean mouthfeel, red-berry, cocoa, and  mineral flavors, and silky tannins round out the package. This blend of 78%Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, and 8% Cabernet Franc finishes dry, with tart-sweet flavors.",Catalina,28,85,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Ema 1996 Catalina Red (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1996-catalina-red-rapel-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Santa Ema
13,Red,Chile,"A taut, structured offering that emphasizes cocoa and coffee aromas and flavors, complemented by cedary underpinnings and just enough black cherries and black currants to keep things interesting.",Reserva de Familia,35,85,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1998 Reserva de Familia Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1998-reserva-de-familia-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1998,De Martino
13,Red,Chile,"Lavish oak envelops the clove, black-cherry and coffee nose of this Michel Rolland-designed wine. The wood presence remains big on the palate, rivaling the ripe-berry and mineral flavors. There's a softness to the structure but the mouthfeel is still chewy. Merlot fans who enjoy toasty oak will love this.",Cuvée Alexandre,22,85,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 1998 Cuvée Alexandre Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1998-cuvee-alexandre-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1998,Lapostolle
13.5,White,Chile,"A real mainstream Chard, with appealing pineapple and apple notes. It's mid-weight, with lively acidity that supports the fruit and a pleasing, if slightly one-dimensional, flavor profile.",Reserve,10,85,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-1999-reserve-chardonnay-rapel-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,La Palma
13.5,White,Chile,"Has an almost textbook blend of pineapple, apple and tropical fruit aromas and flavors. A touch of grapefruit in the mouth keeps it tangy, and the mouthfeel is even and smooth. Finishes dry with a slight tang.",Reserva,11,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Santa Rita 2000 Reserva Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2000-reserva-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Santa Rita
,White,US,Lime and other citrus fruits predominate in this lean and tangy wine that's a refreshing relief to the multitude of oversugared and overoaked wines in this category. There's a faint spritz on the palate and the citrus profile makes up for slightly low acidity. Finishes mild and even.,Family Selection,12,85,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 1999 Family Selection Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1999-family-selection-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Trinchero
,Red,US,"This attractive entry level Zinfandel has good varietal character with dark berry aromas and flavors offset by cocoa accents. The palate shows good fruit, decent acidity; the wine finishes with sweet-tart berry and mild pepper flavors.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,De Loach 1999 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
,White,US,"Citrus, buttercream, spice and smoke mark this fruity, layered wine. The citrus and spice flavors explode in the mouth, where it turns dry, soft, round, and supple.",,10,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 1999 Fumé Blanc (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-1999-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Amador Foothill Winery
,White,US,"A creamy, honeyed wine, with tropical fruit sweetness and spiciness. It has a custardy, lemon-tinged flavor and texture, and a rich, spicy aftertaste. There's something baroque about its layers and myriad flavors.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1999 Marsanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1999-marsanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Marsanne,1999,Buttonwood Farm
,White,US,"Vanilla, ripe pear and dry citrus aromas and flavors highlight this featherbed of a wine. The palate's soft, almost sappy feel, round melon fruit and mild spices are easy to like. It's not cloying or tacky, just don't look for spine or structure.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Ironstone
13.5,Red,Chile,"This Pinot, from a vineyard region not commonly seen in the U.S., boasts aromas of root beer and sour malt backed up by blackberries, black cherries and licorice. The black cherries persist all the way through the dry, toasty, slightly bitter finish.",Grand Reserve,22,85,Bío Bío Valley,,,Porta 1999 Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Bío Bío Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-1999-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-bio-bio-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Porta
,Red,US,"You notice this wine's unctuousness from the glycerine that stains the glass. The aromas are closed, suggesting dark stone fruits. In the mouth, tannins mask a core of berry fruit. Acidity is low and makes the wine seem a little flabby. A blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Merlot and Mourvèdre.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Treana 1998 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-1998-red-central-coast/,Red Blend,1998,Treana
13,Red,Chile,"Cab lovers who just love lavish oak on their bold fruit flavors will enjoy this wine. Medium-bodied, with fairly high tannins, the wine offers a little blackberry and cherry on the palate and aromas of oak, black pepper and alcohol. The finish is short and tannic.",Cuvée Alexandre,25,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Lapostolle 1998 Cuvée Alexandre Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1998-cuvee-alexandre-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Lapostolle
12.5,Red,Chile,"Dark berry, fig, plum and licorice aromas and flavors show, but the understated fruit has to contend with a lot of oak. The palate's full, smooth texture and interesting bacony notes have appeal.",Founder's Collection,25,85,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 1997 Founder's Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1997-founders-collection-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Undurraga
,Red,US,"The fragrant aromas of soft red berries, black cherries and cocoa are inviting. A bit simple, but this soft and fruity wine actually smells and tastes like Merlot. Finishes a little drier than the palate shows, with supple tannins.",,9,85,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Ironstone
14.5,Red,US,"A ripe, jammy Zinfandel that opens with a burst of peppery wild-berry aromas, and turns fruity and supple on the palate. Probably not an ager, just a nice everyday Zin to sip with pasta and tomato sauce. Finishes very dry, with moderately intense tannins.",,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,US,"Soft, round, and velvety in the mouth, the texture is delightful. On the other hand, the tannins are fairly sturdy and the fruit is light, making the wine austere. The right foods will bring out the inherent sweetness, but on its own, it's a hard wine.",,17,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
12,White,Germany,"This is solid, journeyman Riesling offering a full grapey bouquet with diesel and earth accents. Grape and mild citrus flavors play on the easy mouthfeel and the decently long, slightly mineral finish.",,12,86,Baden,,,Yburg 1999 Riesling (Baden),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yburg-1999-riesling-baden/,Riesling,1999,Yburg
13.5,White,US,"This Sonoma County Chardonnay is a mainstream success, with ripe, peachy fruit, leesy notes and not that much oak. It finishes dry, clean and crisp, with a slight bitter-almond note.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Valley of the Moon
12.5,Red,US,"Dark berry fruit, toasty notes and an attractive herbaceousness mark this mid-weight offering. It has nice balance, and is less sweet than many other inexpensive Cabs. The red berry fruit and herb flavors close with even tannins.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Trinity Oaks 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-oaks-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Trinity Oaks
,White,US,"Cream and honey aromas highlight this juicy, fleshy wine. With its buttery texture and slightly sweet fruit flavors, it's about pleasure, not complexity, and it finishes long and spicy.",,18,86,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,M. Cosentino
13.5,White,Chile,"Grapefruit and lime aromas and flavors play nicely against melon and dry stone fruits here. Medium weight and well balanced, this well put together package shows a nice nuttiness, some texture and a fairly full finish.",Montemar,8,86,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 2000 Montemar Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-2000-montemar-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Aresti
13.5,White,US,"Subtle citrus and peach aromas mark this pretty wine, with light oak shadings. It's round and supple, with some nicely extracted citrus fruit and crisp acidity. It's light and elegant, but no blockbuster.",,18,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,White,Chile,"This reserve offering opens with great aromas of toast, smoked bacon, caramel, baked apple and pear. More of the same and pineapple notes are wrapped in toasty new oak and ride a ripe, buttery mouthfeel. The oak comes up strong on the finish, so be prepared, and oak lovers take note.",Select Reserve,13,86,Cachapoal Valley,,,Porta 1999 Select Reserve Chardonnay (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/porta-1999-select-reserve-chardonnay-cachapoal-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Porta
,Red,US,"Captures Zin's true varietal character, with briary, brambly wild berry fruit, pepper, and soft tannins. Those fruity flavors are exuberant on the palate, carried by firm, dry tannins and adequate acidity. A friendly, easy to like wine, and a good value.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1999 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Ironstone
15.5,Red,US,"Monster aromas leap out of the glass, rich in plum and blackberry fruit, chocolate, spice and caramel. Tastes almost Port-like, with huge fruit flavors, a syrupy texture, slight sweetness, and a bit of heat from 15.5% alcohol.",Deaver Vineyard Old Vine,22,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 1998 Deaver Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-1998-deaver-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Terra d'Oro
,Rose,US,"A big, dark wine, with deep flavors of red and black stone fruits, and wild blackberries. Despite the size, it's a simple wine, easy to understand—it's a ribs-and-barbecued-chicken wine. A Bordeaux-style blend, but with 36% Howell Mountain Zinfandel.",Bodog Red,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 1998 Bodog Red Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-1998-bodog-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Spelletich Cellars
14,Red,Chile,"Sure it's woody; the dominant aromas and flavors are smoke, cedar and toast. But there's enough depth of plummy, black-cherry fruit underneath to stand up to the oak and it finishes well, with good length and slightly dry tannins.",Gran Reserva,24,86,Maule Valley,,,TerraNoble 1999 Gran Reserva Carmenère (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-1999-gran-reserva-carmenere-maule-valley/,Carmenère,1999,TerraNoble
,Red,US,"This is a challenging Zin. It's fruity but it's also earthy and mushroomy, with a blast of vanilla oak. Right now it's pretty tannic, but beneath that roughness is a core of fruit. It's austere now—difficult even—but some time in the cellar could soften and open it.",Rocky Terrace,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Haywood 1998 Rocky Terrace Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1998-rocky-terrace-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Haywood
13,Red,Chile,"Well balanced and forward, with a supple mouthfeel, this pleasant Merlot shows cherry, toffee and herbal aromas. The mouth offers good fruit with more cherry flavor, tobacco and green olive accents. It's easy to enjoy and drinks well right now.",Pionero,7,86,Central Valley,,,Morandé 2000 Pionero Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-2000-pionero-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,2000,Morandé
13,White,US,"Pleasant, light, and crisp, it shows pretty aromas of lemons, vanilla and white peaches. It's pretty dry, although there's some ripe sweet fruit in the middle palate.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Montevina 2000 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,2000,Montevina
,White,US,"This flavorful, appetizing wine would be perfect with a wide variety of foods because it's so fruity and clean. The freshest, ripest peaches and nectarines float out of the glass, with similar fruity flavors; meanwhile, crisp acidity makes the wine bright and zingy. No wood mars the bright, pure flavors, which finish with a trace of almond-skin bitterness.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1999 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Opens with aromas of wild berries, white pepper, earth and a trace of leather. Tough and unyielding tannins coat the palate, and you'll need some meat to break through this gridlock, but underneath it all is a core of ripe dark-berry fruit. This could use 3–6 years of aging.",Morning Sun,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Haywood 1998 Morning Sun Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1998-morning-sun-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Haywood
14,Red,Chile,"Leather, toast and dark fruit mark this supple wine. One tends to expect weight with inky color, but this is lithe. The flavors are tangy black plums and berries, with licorice accents.",Gran Reserva,14,86,Colchagua Valley,,,TerraNoble 1999 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terranoble-1999-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,TerraNoble
,White,US,"Quite different from Spelletich's Spotted Owl release, this wine has spiced green-apple aromas. While it's as rich in flavor as the other offering, the acidity is lower, so the wine seems softer and creamier.",Heroncroft Vineyard-Keefur Ranch,29,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Spelletich Cellars 1999 Heroncroft Vineyard-Keefur Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-1999-heroncroft-vineyard-keefur-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Spelletich Cellars
,Red,US,"Aussie-like, with big, jammy aromas of fresh wild berries, white pepper, grilled meat and smoke. Overripe and very fruity, almost candied, with ripe, pure flavors and peppery spice. It's dry, soft, and mellow.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1999 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1999,Ironstone
,Red,US,"Dry, even and light, this slightly sweet, straightforward wine offers cassis, blueberry and toast aromas and flavors. Soft and pleasant on the palate, it tightens up just a bit on the back end, showing mild tannins. A solid bar-pour and entry-level Cab, easy to enjoy.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Ironstone
12.5,Red,US,"This is a nice, easy-drinking wine. It's ripe and well-made, from the berry-infused aromas to the soft, round, fruity flavors. Dry, and even sophisticated, you can serve this with fine dinners and save a few bucks. Best Buy.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Forest Glen
12.5,Red,Italy,"There's nice depth and a slight rusticity to the black cherry and licorice aromas and flavors. This Sangiovese Grosso-based wine has 5% Merlot in the blend, which adds a softening touch. Offers good body and length for a value red, and the warm, spicy finish shows clove and sweet-and-sour fruit notes. Best Buy.",Rubizzo,12,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Rocca delle Macìe 1999 Rubizzo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1999-rubizzo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1999,Rocca delle Macìe
,Red,Chile,"Well-balanced, with plenty of dark fruit and toasty oak, this is a medium-to-full-bodied wine that offers vanilla and licorice accents. The finish boasts spicy black fruit, cedary notes and even tannins. Has the stuff to improve for a year or two in bottle. Best Buy.",,9,87,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Viña Tarapacá
13.8,Red,US,"Solid varietal character marks this perfect intro Zinfandel. Its classic berry-and-pepper profile is handsomely accented by well-utilized oak. Soft but not unstructured, it shows that peppery back-end tang that true Zinners love. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Trinity Oaks 1999 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-oaks-1999-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Trinity Oaks
,Red,US,"This is big but not hard, a meaty and dark wine with a positive rustic quality. It's round but with a brambly edge, and shows full mixed-berry fruit, an easy mouthfeel and an even finish with white-pepper notes.",SHR Field Blend,14,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montevina 1998 SHR Field Blend Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1998-shr-field-blend-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1998,Montevina
,White,Germany,"This has good, juicy fruit, with green apples, green berries, and limes leading the way. There's just a hint of white peaches too, and a full, spicy mouthfeel. It gathers strength in the finish, with hints of anise and herb.",Bürklin Estate,15,87,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 1999 Bürklin Estate Riesling (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-1999-burklin-estate-riesling-pfalz/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
13.5,White,US,The understated pear and pineapple flavors of this medium- weight Chardonnay have pleasant spice accents. It finishes stylishly with slightly tart pineapple and citrus notes.,,21,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,De Loach
13.5,White,US,"Clean, swift and pure are some of the words that come to mind to describe this wine. Others are moderately fruity (citrus, apple), fresh (almost no oak), and sharply clean, with its high acids that are ideal with appetizers like bruschetta. Why more people haven't discovered Pinot Gris is a mystery.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1999 Pinot Gris (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Handley
,Red,US,"This wine begins with very oaky, charry aromas riding high over black currants. An elegant, soft but complex wine with sweet blackberry extract, oak overlays and lush tannins. There's a rough earthiness, however, that keeps it from the top echelon.",Family Vineyard Selection Ghost Pines Vineyard,30,87,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,Louis M. Martini 1997 Family Vineyard Selection Ghost Pines Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1997-family-vineyard-selection-ghost-pines-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-chiles-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Louis M. Martini
8.5,White,Germany,"The name translates as “the slate of Bernkastel” and this wine lives up to its name. Peachy-tropical ripe fruit is offset nicely by the pronounced mineral scent and texture, and a slight spritz. The stony side of its nature glides into a chalk-tinged, palate-cleansing finish with sweet pear flavors.",Bernkasteler Lay Kabinett,12,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 1999 Bernkasteler Lay Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-1999-bernkasteler-lay-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Loosen
8,White,Germany,"Smells ripe, with honey and pear aromas that fold in apples and tangerines. The apples and pears continue on the palate, accented by baking spices—cinnamon, clove and allspice or nutmeg. The acidity is low, making this a candidate to drink now with your favorite Asian cuisine.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese,22,87,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
12,White,Germany,"Floral and pineapple aromas and a touch of musky spice on the nose open this medium weight Riesling. Shows a slightly lean profile, pear/apple and lemon flavors and a decent acid spine. Turns sharper on the back end with pepper, spice and very tart citrus and green apple notes.",Hochheimer Domdechaney Spätlese,24,87,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Domdechaney Spätlese Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-domdechaney-spatlese-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
14.5,Red,US,"A solid foundation of ripe dark-cherry fruit adds vanilla, toast and cinnamon accents that work to create a full bouquet and palate. This Pinot has character and complexity. Finishes long, with licorice and mineral elements playing off the dry cherry flavors. Editors' Choice.",Estate Bottled,21,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,De Loach
13.5,Red,Chile,"Very smoky and dark on the nose, with hints of charcoal, chocolate and blackberries. Opens up nicely on the palate to display sour plums and tart cherries allied with coffee and black tea. The finish is filled with dusty tannins, counterbalanced by juicy acidity. Drink now or hold for up to five years. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Montes 1999 Reserve Malbec (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1999-reserve-malbec-colchagua-valley/,Malbec,1999,Montes
,White,US,"This wine's deep gold color is in line with its ripe-apple and butterscotch flavors. There's plenty of oak, and a round mouthfeel. Sophisticated palates may find this package just too obvious, but tangy oak over overtly sweet fruit is a bulls-eye if you're not seeking nuance.",Reserve,16,87,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1998-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Ironstone
13.5,Red,US,"Young and purple, with strong aromas of cassis, dark chocolate and smoky vanilla. It's surprisingly rich and dense; a layered wine with lots of interesting flavors. It's also quite tannic, and will be better if aged for a few years. Contains 20% Syrah. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Quail Creek 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-creek-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Quail Creek
13.5,Red,US,"Berry aromas and lots of toasty oak announce this medium-weight wine. Nicely balanced, the dark berry fruit has appealing coffee and leather accents and the wine shows moderate acidity and even tannins. It's another indication of the real potential of Syrah from the Sierra Foothills.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montevina 1998 Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,1998,Montevina
,Red,US,"Shows good varietal character in its blackberry-cassis aromas; there's also a strong note of charred, smoky oak. Tastes ripe and sweet, with rich, extracted blackberry flavors, modulated tannins and moderate alcohol. Dry and elegant, with a sweet finish.",Clairmont,22,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Milliaire 1997 Clairmont Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milliaire-1997-clairmont-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Milliaire
13.8,Red,US,"The latest from this famous label begins with delicate aromas of blackberries and oak with earthy overtones. In the mouth, it's rich and supple, with velvety tannins and adequate acidity. The fruit is a little light, and it's dry as dust—Rutherford dust.",,22,87,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Beaulieu Vineyard
12,White,US,"A glass of this fruity, slightly off-dry wine at the cocktail hour will wake your palate up and make it sing for whatever follows. It's hard to imagine prettier flavors of peaches, apricots and strawberries, sprinkled with dusty brown spices. The sugar isn't high enough to make it overtly sweet, and the acidity keeps things crisp and lively.",,10,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1999 Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1999-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,1999,Jekel
,White,US,"An effusively flowery, honeyed wine, brimming with bright aromas of butterscotch and smoke, apricots, vanilla and cinnamon. It's exotically fruity and rich, with complex flavors ranging from apricot preserves to ginger. Tasty on its own.",Lakeview Vineyards,19,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 1999 Lakeview Vineyards Roussanne (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1999-lakeview-roussanne-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Roussanne,1999,Bonterra
12.5,Red,Italy,"This solid Sangiovese-based red from the southwestern area of Tuscany is lighter, but more evenly textured than Rocca delle Macìe's Rubizzo. The black-cherry, slate and leather aromas and flavors are on the mark, as are the firm tannins on the moderately long finish.  Best Buy.",Campomaccione,14,87,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Rocca delle Macìe 1999 Campomaccione  (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1999-campomaccione-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1999,Rocca delle Macìe
12.5,Red,Italy,"This textbook Chianti is medium weight and shows good fruit. Classically styled, the tart-cherry and chocolate elements are supported by good acidity and not overwhelmed by oak. Firm tannins on the dusty cocoa finish round out this solid 1998.",,13,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Rocca delle Macìe
,White,Germany,"The smooth, citrus-scented nose that opens this wine shows an interesting, faint candlewax-like note. Vivid, focused fruit follows—kiwi and green berries dominate—with bracing acids and a crisp slatey bottom. Fine balance keeps it light and lively despite the ripe fruit, and it extends into a clean finish of medium length.",Maximus,18,87,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 1999 Maximus Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-1999-maximus-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Von Othegraven
13.6,White,US,"Always a good bet, this single-vineyard wine bursts from the glass with grass and hay aromas, citrus fruits, vanilla and creamy, smoky notes. It's superrich in the mouth, with tons of ripe peach and tangerine flavors and a hint of honeyed sweetness, but it's basically dry. A fine partner for toasted sourdough rounds topped with goat cheese and olive tapenade. Editors' Choice.",Magnolia Lane,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Magnolia Lane Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-magnolia-lane-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Kunde
12,White,Germany,"Scents of soft ripe pears are complemented by citrus and floral nuances. Turns spicy and lean on the palate, with flavors of cinnamon and clove making for an almost dusty mouthful that's even a bit austere.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese trocken,20,87,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Spätlese trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-spatlese-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
,Red,US,"Showcases Viognier's exotic, flowery side, with strong aromas of honeysuckle and jasmine accented with citrus fruits and peaches, coconut, and smoke and vanilla. There's lots of extract, and it veers to stone fruits, especially peaches. It's very light and elegant, and slightly sweet. This wine would be perfect with grilled trout. Editors' Choice.",,19,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 1999 Viognier (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1999-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Viognier,1999,Bonterra
13.3,Red,US,"Everything seemingly went right for this wine: The vintage yielded ripe grapes that produced full, deeply attractive blackberry flavors with a sunny sweetness. There's a nice kiss of toasty oak; the wine is balanced and harmonious. It's a little soft and low in acidity.",Nebula,22,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1997 Nebula Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1997-nebula-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Midnight
,Red,US,"Deeper and darker than the Estate bottling, this shows black cherry, meat and leather nuances. It's sexy, but a touch hot as well. Offers depth and complexity, especially on the finish, where interesting chocolate notes emerge.",OFS,44,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 OFS Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-ofs-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,De Loach
,White,Germany,"A floral and lightly citric nose introduces this dry, crisply elegant Riesling. The wine cleanses the palate with compact and detailed  flavors and leaves you reaching quickly for the next sip. This brand new wine for Breuer is designed especially for early consumption and wine-by-the-glass programs, and fulfills its mission beautifully. Best Buy.",GB,13,88,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 1999 GB Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-1999-gb-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Georg Breuer
,Red,US,"This grape seems to be making something of a comeback, and why not? With its deep, ripe aromas of red berries, stone fruits and tobacco, and soft, generous fruity flavors, it's a good drink.",,22,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Terra d'Oro 1997 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terra-doro-1997-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,1997,Terra d'Oro
14.5,Red,US,"Decidedly lighter in color and weight than the Barbieri Ranch wine, the Saitone shows a bouquet of tart cherries, strawberries and herbs. Anise-tarragon notes add interest on the textured palate. Closes with dry, talc-like tannins.",Saitone Ranch,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Saitone Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-saitone-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
14.5,Red,US,"Dark cherries, plums, olives and licorice, as well as an edgy, chemical note. Lean in style, the palate's mixed berry flavors have olive accents. Finishes long, with firm tannins and tart acidity.",Papera Ranch,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Papera Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-papera-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
13.5,White,US,"A round and pleasant wine with melon, toast and pear aromas and flavors, but a bit on the sweet side. Bright citrus and peach notes add interest, a touch of chalk keeps the sweetness in check, and the oak comes up dramatically on the back end.",Estate Vineyard,22,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1999 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1999-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Château Julien
,White,US,"Always an interesting wine, this year it showcases floral and melon notes in addition to the usual grassy-citrusy ones. It's tart enough for dry palates and salty foods but has a round fruitiness and even a little sweetness that make it nice in its own right. Ten percent Semillon adds a nutty, figgy element.",Paragon Vineyard Reserve,16,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carmenet 1999 Paragon Vineyard Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1999-paragon-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Carmenet
,Red,US,"This is a soft, full wine, with good depth of flavor. Ripe blackberry and cassis fruit mark the palate, offset by attractive cedar notes. Clean, elegant and complex. Easy tannins and modest acidity make it approachable now.",Reserve,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Ironstone 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Ironstone
,White,US,"A fine, elegant Sauvignon Blanc, with ultraclean apple, citrus and floral notes. What's really nice about it is the crispness. It's as bright and as clean as stainless steel.",Poplar Vineyard,15,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1998 Poplar Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1998-poplar-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Fritz
,Red,US,"Deep briary, wild-berry and pepper aromas. In the mouth, it's ripe and sweetly fruity, with soft tannins and pepper-spice notes. It's bone dry, with adequate acidity. Classic Sonoma Zin in its expressive exuberance and unpolished likeability.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Haywood 1998 Los Chamizal Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1998-los-chamizal-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Haywood
8,White,Germany,"A lovely bouquet of ripe peach, apricot and lemon notes. Fairly round peach, tart apple and earth flavors play on the palate and linger through the clean finish with its green apple and crisp mineral elements. From a well-regarded vineyard on a heart-stopping vertical slope, known for its elegant wines, everything here is beautifully defined. This will age well.",Wehlener Sonnenuhr,17,88,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 1999 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-1999-wehlener-sonnenuhr-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Loosen
,Red,Germany,"This is a proprietary blend of grapes that may include Lemberger, Dornfelder, Cabernet, Merlot and Sangiovese. It surprises, with handsome and ripe loganberry and black cherry fruit offset by dark, tarry, smoky barrel flavors with a chocolatey undercurrent. There's brisk acidity, but the fruit is ripe, clean and interesting, and proves that in the right hands red grapes can work in Germany's warmer Pfalz region.",Bürklin Estate,20,88,Pfalz,,,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf 1999 Bürklin Estate Red (Pfalz),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-burklin-wolf-1999-burklin-estate-red-pfalz/,Red Blend,1999,Dr. Bürklin-Wolf
14.5,Red,US,"Aromas of red berries with thyme and anise accents also show a whiff of acetone that bothered some tasters. After that, this wine is on very comfortable ground. Smooth and evenly textured, it has a balanced, even graceful quality often lacking in Zinfandels. Good length and mild pepper and spice mark the finish.",Estate Bottled,21,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
14.1,Red,US,"A very elegant wine, made Cabernet-style, it begins with pretty berry and spice aromas. Round, rich in fruit and dry. Sturdy but accessible tannins complete the picture. Editors' Choice.",Cougar Hill,16,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1998 Cougar Hill Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1998-cougar-hill-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1998,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,US,"From a biodynamic vineyard owned by a member of the Fetzer family, this is one of the more aromatic '98 Merlots, with lovely black cherry and blackberry in the nose, topped with smoke and vanilla. It's extremely rich, with complex tannins.",Ceãga Vinegarden,32,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fox Brook 1998 Ceãga Vinegarden Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-brook-1998-ceaga-vinegarden-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,1998,Fox Brook
13,Red,Chile,"Ripe berry and black-cherry aromas and flavors bear attractive herb, licorice and tobacco accents. Shows good balance and structure, and the solid fruit plays out on the finish, with its even tannins and good length. Will hold year or two. Firm and flavorful.",Terrarum,9,88,Maipo Valley,,,Morandé 1999 Terrarum Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morande-1999-terrarum-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Morandé
,Red,US,"Deep briary, wild-berry and pepper aromas. In the mouth, it's ripe and sweetly fruity, with soft tannins and pepper-spice notes. It's bone dry, with adequate acidity. Classic Sonoma Zin in its expressive exuberance and unpolished likeability.",Los Chamizal Vineyard,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Haywood 1998 Los Chamizal Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1998-los-chamizal-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Haywood
,White,Germany,"Montosa is a proprietary wine from Breuer's vineyards. Attractively aromatic it displays ripe pear, kiwi and tangerine scents wiht a hint of petrol. On the palate it's like a crisp green apple, offset by stony accents and showing bright acidity. The crisp finish shows good length.",Montosa,23,88,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 1999 Montosa Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-1999-montosa-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Georg Breuer
9,White,Germany,"Smells crisp and steely, full of limes and green apples, then turns softer on the palate where ripe pears and MacIntosh apples take over. It's delicately off-dry, balanced by adequate acidity that extends through the finish.",Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett,14,88,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-holle-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
14,Red,US,"Reserved, but with lovely aromatics, this Zin has tart dark-berry fruit and a slight nuttiness. Quite structured, this will benefit from a couple of years of cellaring.",Gambogi Ranch,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Gambogi Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-gambogi-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
,White,US,"Grassy, herbaceous aromas dominate, with smoke, hazlenut and fig elements. Has powerful flavors of grass and grapefruit, with crisp acidity. Barrel fermentation and lees aging add a sweet creamniess to this bone-dry beauty.",Harazsthy Collection,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1998 Harazsthy Collection White (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1998-harazsthy-collection-white-napa-sonoma-carneros/,White Blend,1998,Buena Vista
13,Red,Italy,"The cherry aroma of this smooth and well-balanced wine is graced by tobacco, spice, orange and cedar accents. Black-tea flavors mark the palate, and it closes dry and spicy, with firm tannins. Will improve over the next two or three years.",Riserva,21,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Rocca delle Macìe
12,White,Germany,"Solid and well-rounded, this very tasty wine has lively spice and apple aromas. The juice has nice texture on the tongue, well defined apple and peach flavors, and again the spice, which may be characteristic of the Nonnenberg vineyard. The long, even finish shows the tangy spice elements well. Will drink well for the next five years, maybe more.",Rauenthal Nonnenberg,36,89,Rheingau,,,Georg Breuer 1998 Rauenthal Nonnenberg Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georg-breuer-1998-rauenthal-nonnenberg-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1998,Georg Breuer
8,White,Germany,"Dr. Loosen's Kabinett wines sometimes approach the Spätlese level of concentration and flavor; this Spätlese could be someone's Auslese. It's decadently ripe, a rich mouthful of peaches, apricots, orange and pineapple, almost viscous and floral-honey sweet. Which is not to say it lacks acidity, structure or balance. Wonderful, spicy-sweet cinnamon and nutmeg accents offset the fruit, there's a somewhat grainy palate texture, like ultraripe pears. Finishes long.",Ürziger Würzgarten,25,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 1999 Ürziger Würzgarten Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-1999-urziger-wurzgarten-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Loosen
,Red,US,"Dried cherry, cedar-toast and cumin notes mark the nose of this Sangiovese-Cabernet Sauvingon-Merlot blend. It has a decidedly Tuscan cast to its sour-cherry-and-leather profile, and finishes dry, even and long, with hints of chocolate and plenty of toasty oak.",Splendo Blendo 1,80,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Splendo Blendo 1 Red (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-splendo-blendo-1-red-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Red Blend,1998,De Loach
,White,Germany,"This is a big, slatey, mouthfilling Saar wine, bone dry, with depth and dimension, the kind of wine one can savor with or without food. The forward, effusive nose suggests flowers, fruit and stone, and the wine has a tight, confident focus in the mid-palate. Still hard and young in the finish; this is a cellar candidate at a good price.",Kanzemer Altenberg,25,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Othegraven 1999 Kanzemer Altenberg Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-othegraven-1999-kanzemer-altenberg-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Von Othegraven
,Red,US,"Lots of black cherry fruit, with notes of dry, dusty earth and truffle, and a strong cola element. It's very dry and supple, a wine of character. The fruity flavors are rich, and the tannins are soft and rounded.",,14,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 1998 Barbera (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1998-barbera-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Barbera,1998,Boeger
8.5,White,Germany,"Vanilla and crème brûlée aromas add complexity to intensely sweet orange-marmalade and apricot aromas and flavors. Focused, with good balancing acidity that leaves a clean citrusy finish.",Hochheimer Kirchenstück Eiswein,126,89,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Eiswein Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-kirchenstuck-eiswein-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
11,White,Germany,"A full bouquet with tropical fruit, floral notes and vanilla accents opens this very friendly and lively Riesling. This offers a lot—bright and pretty orange and lime flavors and a brisk, zingy mouthfeel from the citrusy fruit and the underlying acidity. The full finish features spicy tarragon notes on top of the fruit. More Americans should try with wines like this. Best Buy.",Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett trocken,14,89,Rheingau,,,Domdechant Werner 1999 Hochheimer Hölle Kabinett trocken Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domdechant-werner-1999-hochheimer-holle-kabinett-trocken-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Domdechant Werner
,Dessert,US,"A bouquet as inviting as a fancy dessert suggests fresh apricots topped with caramel sauce and dusted with confectioner's sugar. It's extremely sweet and fruity, with luscious flavors and a thick texture. Delicious, but a bit more acidity would add even more character and appeal.",Late Harvest Symphony,35,89,California,California Other,California,Baywood 1999 Late Harvest Symphony White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baywood-1999-late-harvest-symphony-white-other/,White Blend,1999,Baywood
,Red,US,"Dark, young, and rich, with massive stuffing. A big, exuberant, fruity wine, it has juicy berry fruit flavors. Too big to drink now, the finish is dry and fairly tannic, so it's best cellared a few years.",Sangiacomo Vineyard Donnel Ranch,25,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1997 Sangiacomo Vineyard Donnel Ranch Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1997-sangiacomo-vineyard-donnel-ranch-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1997,Castle
13.9,Red,US,"This impressive Paso Robles Bordeaux blend is a plush, opulent wine. The fruit is ripe and sweet, the tannins fine, and it has balance and harmony. The glycerine in this unctuous wine oozes down the sides of the glass. Firmer tannins and higher acidity would make it more “serious,” but it's a pleasure-fest as it is.",Mare Nectarus Reserve,31,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1997 Mare Nectarus Reserve Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1997-mare-nectarus-reserve-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Midnight
,White,US,"From mountain vineyards, the peach fruit is wrapped in a tight, steely wine, with a firm tannic backbone. There are also complex crushed spices and the sweet vanilla of oak. A wine of great structure, it's also rich and delicious.",Spotted Owl,25,90,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Spelletich Cellars 1999 Spotted Owl Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-1999-spotted-owl-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,1999,Spelletich Cellars
14.4,Red,US,"Opens with a solid Cabernet nose of black currants. The tannins here are fine and dispersed, the acidity is a little low in the current fashion, yielding a plush mouthfeel. Finishes long and spicy, but maybe a touch superficially pretty.",Reserve,80,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"Always loaded with character, once again this wine doesn't disappoint. The aromas are racy, stylish and clean, filled with lime and hay, green grass and honey, fig and melon. And what great flavors, big, ripe, and juicy. It seems a little bit sweet, but the acidity is high, creating a crisp, rich wine that's full-bodied and flavorful. Editors' Choice.",Eleven Oaks,23,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 2000 Eleven Oaks Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-2000-eleven-oaks-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Babcock
8.5,White,Germany,"A sinuous wine with lots of lime and mineral elements beautifully entwined. The bouquet is attractive but taut with lime and mineral notes. In the mouth the wine really opens up, with peach, tangerine, lime and green-apple fruit with a faintly spritzy feel. The sweet fruit is supported by good acidity and balanced nicely by the strong, stony mineral element. The fruit, minerals and good grip, must come from the amazingly steep rocky vineyard source. Just 400 cases made. Editors' Choice.",Erdener Treppchen Kabinett,18,90,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Dr. Loosen 1999 Erdener Treppchen Kabinett Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-loosen-1999-erdener-treppchen-kabinett-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Dr. Loosen
14.5,Red,US,"“Black is Black” went the old song, and this Zin does too, with blackberries, black-pepper and dark-chocolate aromas and flavors galore. An impressive wine that shows full mouthfeel, and a long finish with dusty tannins. Editors' Choice.",Barbieri Ranch,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1999 Barbieri Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1999-barbieri-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,De Loach
13,Red,Italy,"Ripe black-cherry aromas with cedar and clove accents open this big yet supple wine. A mouthful of licorice and plum, wrapped in toasty menthol oak, follows. Bright acidity keeps the supple texture from becoming flabby. Full tannins and tart black-plum flavors on the finish promise a great life. Best held for two or three years.",Riserva di Fizzano,25,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca delle Macìe 1997 Riserva di Fizzano  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-delle-macie-1997-riserva-fizzano-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Rocca delle Macìe
,White,US,"Big, rich and extracted, this wine was partially barrel fermented, and there's quite a bit of sweet, smoky, vanilla-tinged oak—from the aromas through the long, spicy finish. Despite the bulk, it's elegant and balanced. This full-bodied, no-holds-barred white would be particularly good with barbecued shrimp served in a saffron and coconut-milk sauce.",,22,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"They must have let the grapes get as ripe as possible, and then macerated the crushed fruit for a long time, as this wine explodes with berry flavors. There's also a good amount of smoky and spicy oak accents. It's a balanced, harmonious Cabernet.",,80,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Spelletich Cellars 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spelletich-cellars-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Spelletich Cellars
,Red,US,"Ripe berry, subtle herb and slight earth notes combine to produce an elegant, complex wine with beautiful balance. The palate offers solid flavors and texture and the wine finishes well, with decent length and berry, cocoa and toast elements. Best Buy.",Family Selection,12,88,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 1998 Family Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1998-family-selection-merlot-california-12220/,Merlot,1998,Trinchero
,Red,US,"Ripe berry, subtle herb and slight earth notes combine to produce an elegant, complex wine with beautiful balance. The palate offers solid flavors and texture and the wine finishes well, with decent length and berry, cocoa and toast elements.",Family Selection,12,88,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 1998 Family Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1998-family-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Trinchero
12.5,Red,US,"Red-berry and herb flavors are overly enveloped by woody notes. The smooth mouthfeel and dry, even finish are positive, but the berry flavors are deeply buried.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Trinity Oaks 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-oaks-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Trinity Oaks
,White,France,"A nice perfume and crisp, well-defined stony and green apple flavors are attributes of this classified Chablis. Medium-weight, it has a good texture and structure. It finishes tight, with classic Chablis citrus and chalk notes. Appealing now, it should be even better in a year or two. Editors' Choice",Mont de Milieu Premier Cru,29,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Prosper Maufoux 1999 Mont de Milieu Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1999-mont-milieu-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Prosper Maufoux
14.4,White,US,"Tastes like harvest in Hawaii. Toasted marshmallow, coconut and sunny tropical fruit notes hula on the opulent nose. A medium-weight palate of rich and warm, very comfortable flavors—apple cider, spice and earth—follows. A tangy, spicy finish makes you wish it were a touch longer.",Genevieve Magoon Vineyard Reserve Tutu Unfiltered,40,89,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Guenoc 1998 Genevieve Magoon Vineyard Reserve Tutu Unfiltered Chardonnay (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1998-genevieve-magoon-vineyard-reserve-tutu-unfiltered-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Guenoc
13.9,White,US,"The complex smoke, earth, spice and mineral aromas that open this wine are followed by subdued tangerine and citrus flavors, dried spice and mineral accents on an oaky frame. Like the other Mt. Carmel Vineyard offerings, this is a bit tight now but has a promising, good balance. Not a fruit-driven wine, this finishes long with spice and mineral elements. Only 86 cases produced.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,60,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 1999 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1999-mt-carmel-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Longoria
13.8,White,US,"The full fresh-bread aromas of yeast, honey, oats promise much body, but the palate delivers a dry citrus-mineral mouthful of flavors. Mouthfeel is dry and briskly acid—but with a nice chalky note, too. Chalk shows again on the finish, where it somewhat checks the sharp lemony-metallic notes.",Seascape Vineyard,46,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hartford 1999 Seascape Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-seascape-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Hartford
12.8,White,US,"This smooth wine has good balance, and a fairly full mouthfeel. Even on the palate, it shows a bit of both ends of the Sauvignon Blanc spectrum—the crisp grassy, herb and grapefruit side and also fig, pear and melon as foundation.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rancho Zabaco 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2000-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Rancho Zabaco
13,White,US,"The Horse Heaven vineyard has been producing exceptional Sauvignon Blancs for the past decade. In this unusual vintage, which started very cool and lasted through an extended, late harvest, the grapes ripened to perfection. Ripe, lush fruit gets some added creaminess from barrel fermentation and aging sur lie. There are scents of lime, citrus peel, wet stone and spice, leading to a wonderfully full, focused panoply of flavors in the mouth. The finish goes on forever. Best Buy.",Horse Heaven Vineyard,14,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12,Sparkling,France,"Has round, complete, aged Champagne aromas of warm biscuit, nutty-smoky notes, and rich, spicy toast. Complex and delicious, it's dry, with a smooth texture and a finish that is long and spicy. A first-rate vintage bubbly.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,43,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Comte de Lantage 1990 Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/comte-lantage-1990-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Comte de Lantage
,White,France,"Toasty, poised wine with delicious, ripe and elegant fruit. There is structure which shows right through the wine, forming the base for flavors of vanilla and citrus fruits.",Les Preuses,,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Simonnet 1999 Les Preuses  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-simonnet-1999-preuses-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Simonnet
13.5,Red,Australia,"Perhaps the best Oz Pinot we've tasted, with smoky, meaty aromas that segue seamlessly into sour cherry, chocolate and earth flavors. It's full and soft in the mouth before finishing long, with notes of leather, cedar and cherries.",Reserve,36,91,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Yering Station
,Red,US,"Seven Hills' Reserve comes from the oldest vines in the vineyard, which were planted in the early 1980s and are among the oldest bearing Merlot vines in the region. Its soft tannins and ripe black cherry fruit make it accessible even at this young age. It was aged in 100% new French oak, though not so much as to dominate the elegant fruit—just enough to put a nice toasty frame around the picture.",Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1998 Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-vineyard-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1998,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Though it has been on the market for some weeks, this wine is wrapped up tight as a drum. Firm fruit suggests black cherry, blackberry and cassis, and it shows underlying streaks of dark, mineral-saturated Red Mountain terroir. The weight and dimension of this wine, borne out in past vintages, is not immediately apparent in this latest release—give it time to breathe and it begins to open gradually, revealing layers of smoke, tar, spice and coffee underneath the tight fruit.",Chaleur Estate,45,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1998 Chaleur Estate Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1998-chaleur-estate-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,1998,DeLille
,White,France,"Beautifully structured, ripe, concentrated wine with fine wood and pure acidity. There's a great sense of structure, giving firmness and a hint of tannins to the wine. Delicious, clean aftertaste.",Vaudsir,,91,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Long-Depaquit 1998 Vaudsir  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-long-depaquit-1998-vaudsir-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1998,Domaine Long-Depaquit
,Sparkling,US,"This is a very dry, elegant bubbly that drinks “French” because the dominant notes are earthy, minerally and toasty, rather than fruity. At seven years of age, it's lost whatever fruit it had and is turning dusty and rich, a wine of structural austerity. Yet it's very fine.",Brut,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1993 Brut  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1993-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1993,Acacia
,Red,US,"This is the winery's first Bordeaux blend— it's 40/40 Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot. The rest is Cabernet Franc. There is amazing depth and concentration to this wine, not from new oak barrels, which have intentionally been minimized, but simply from ripe, dark fruit. Smoke, ash, leather and toast add layer after layer of depth: The wine, young and tight as it is, seems to go on forever.",Rich Harvest Red Wine,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1998 Rich Harvest Red Wine Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1998-rich-harvest-red-wine-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Wineglass Cellars
,Red,US,"Tight and still a bit closed down, this is a dark, compact, somewhat mysterious wine that keeps its cards close to its chest. Dig a little deeper than the clear, cassis fruit, and you'll find layers of subtlety, dark flavors of tar and licorice, hints of rock and iron, all wrapped in unyielding tannins. Let it breathe and the fruit begins to open up, and a softer, more elegant wine begins to emerge from its tough, tannic shell.",Seven Hills Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1998 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Seven Hills
14.3,Red,US,"This structured Merlot opens with a complex bouquet of well-knit cherry, currant, oak, mocha and leather aromas. Similar flavors and licorice accents follow on the full and supple palate. This large-scaled but evenly-textured and balanced Merlot finishes long, with dark fruit and toast flavors. The sturdy tannins will reward cellaring. Drink now–2007+.",VSR,45,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1997 VSR Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1997-vsr-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1997,Lockwood
14.5,Red,Australia,"This big, broad-shouldered Shiraz is brimming with flavor and ready to drink now. The bright, deep ruby/black robe sets you up for the full, persistent blackberry fruit that follows, and the palate doesn't disappoint. This has very good balance, a chewy mouthfeel, and finishes long, with full but even tannins.",Reserve,40,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Cimicky 1998 Reserve Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cimicky-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Charles Cimicky
12,Sparkling,US,"Very pale in color, with a slight coppery sheen and pronounced aromas of strawberry. It's very rich in the mouth, just loaded with fruity, spicy personality. Not quite dry, with just a trace of sugar. There's a nice creaminess to this crowd-pleasing sparkler.",Brut Rosé,27,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Echo 1997 Brut Rosé  (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-1997-brut-rose-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Champagne Blend,1997,Pacific Echo
13,White,Australia,"This is the kind of wine that showcases just how distinctive and special Australia can be across so many varietals. It unites ripe, tropical-fruity characteristics with mineral and herbal ones, and yokes them together with smoky oak. There's very great fruity extract, but it's not over the top, and the acidity, as usual, is high and makes things shine. If you're tired of fat, flat Chards but demand fruit, try this one.",,20,90,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 1999 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-1999-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Yering Station
13,White,US,"Intense aromas of apples and pears start things off, and in the mouth the wine strikes just the right balance between intensity, crispness and full-flavored opulence. Good fruit, good acids, a pleasing creaminess, and an extended finish that lingers cleanly through flavors of toast and butter. Best Buy.",Barrel Fermented,13,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.9,White,US,"Future vintages of this wine will bear the new Red Mountain appellation, for that is where Klipsun is located. Waterbrook does the grapes proud: This is a juicy, ripe white wine bursting with scents and flavors of fresh fruits, cut grass, light spice and even some toasted coconut in the extended finish. Best Buy.",Klipsun Vineyard,8,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 1999 Klipsun Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-1999-klipsun-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Waterbrook
13.4,Red,US,"Klipsun fruit is known for its firm tannins, iron and mineral elements, dark fruit and sturdy ageworthiness. Here a touch of the barnyard in the bouquet brings it ever closer to Bordeaux. It's a complex wine, which, despite its youth, shows a wonderful range of flavors, from black cherry to coffee to steel and smoke. The iron and acids and tannin are there to age, but it drinks beautifully right now, so why wait? Just 138 cases made.",Klipsun Vineyards,29,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wilridge 1998 Klipsun Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-1998-klipsun-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wilridge
,White,France,"Peach, orange and spice aromas and flavors, a buttery, full mouthfeel and nicely utilized oak all combine to create a harmonious impression. Ripe apple and butterscotch flavors show good weight. The long toasty finish maintains harmony and balance all the way.",1 er Cru Charmes,50,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Olivier Leflaive 1998 1 er Cru Charmes  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1998-1-er-cru-charmes-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,1998,Olivier Leflaive
14.1,White,US,"This top-of-the-line Chardonnay from Columbia Crest gets extra time in barrel and bottle, and comes from the much-heralded 1998 vintage. It's a rich, creamy style, with less obvious buttery oak than the Grand Estates, but more complexity and a thicker, more complex feel to it. Flavors mix fruit, wood, spice and herb evenly. It has a comforting feeling of weight to it; it's not just up-front, aggressive flavors. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Columbia Crest
13,Red,Australia,"The aromas alone are worth the price: black currants and plums, smoke and anise, vanilla and cocoa, and something herbaceous, like tapenade. There are also leathery nuances that give it an almost gamy character. Some mint flavors on the finish, with firm tannins that should allow this wine to age well.",,18,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Simon Hackett
,Red,US,"Though it's the least expensive of Seven Hills' four Cabernets, this wine is just a step behind the others. There is good concentration in the color and in the nose, with cassis fruit pushing through a tight, compact structure. Fine balance with firm acids and some interesting mineral flavors, plus a hint of coffee in the finish. Editors' Choice.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Seven Hills
13.8,Red,US,"Here is a wine with a stellar bouquet, redolent with chocolate-covered cherries, cassis, a bit of “gout de terroir” and other barnyardy stuff best left to the imagination. Complex, lush and ripe, it overwhelms the palate with silky sensations, all wrapped up in smooth chocolate. There's a mouth-cleansing dryness to the tannins that invites another sip, and another.",,30,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,France,"Ripe, earthy fruit aromas. Balanced wood and ripe, luscious fruit is underlined by a solid, serious structure which suggests excellent aging potential. This has power but also great elegance. Enjoy in five years.",Les Clos,,90,Burgundy,Chablis,,William Fèvre 1999 Les Clos  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-fevre-1999-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,William Fèvre
13,Red,US,"An intense blue-purple wine, young, grapey and striking. The classic Klipsun core of iron/mineral is there, along with tight, spicy fruit, and plenty of acid for long-term aging. The complex layers of flavor are a good way from being fully integrated, but the track record of the winery and the vineyard suggest that they will come together beautifully over time.",Klipsun,40,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 1999 Klipsun Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1999-klipsun-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Andrew Will
,White,New Zealand,"Starts with strong, nuanced aromas of spiced green apples, citrus, melon, and fig, and turns explosively fruity in the mouth, with tiers of ripe, spicy juniper berry and lime. Bone dry, it's fruit is highlighted by high acidity.  The finish is remarkably long, rich, and spicy.",,12,90,Marlborough,,,Hunter's 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunters-1999-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Hunter's
,Red,US,"Harrison Hill includes a small amount of the second oldest Cabernet Sauvignon plantings in Washington state, which form the backbone of this blended red wine. Merlot (25%) and Cabernet Franc (11%) from the same vineyard complete the mix. Soft, plummy scents, reminiscent of old vine Zinfandel, rise from the glass. Harrison Hill is a cool site, and the grapes are often not harvested until November. The gentle flavors of plums, pie cherries, rose petals and anise reflect the extra hang time. Elegant, light and seductive.",Harrison Hill,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1998 Harrison Hill Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1998-harrison-hill-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,1998,DeLille
14,Red,Australia,"Opens with a stylized nose that displays cassis, mint, leather and even toasted marshmallow notes. It's unique, and draws you in to the unusual, sweet caramel-spice and dark cherry flavor combination the palate offers. A long finish with good tannic structure closes this harmonious wine. Lots of oak, but it works well here. Editors' Choice.",,25,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Yalumba 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Yalumba
,Red,US,"This single-vineyard selection shows bright fruit, with raspberry, cherry and vanilla in equal measure, and it opens up broadly on the palate, with lush, ripe flavors. It's significantly different in style from the Yakima Valley bottling (which also includes some DuBrul fruit), and it shows a careful hand at the tiller. This is a winery to watch.",DuBrul Vineyard,30,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1998 DuBrul Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1998-dubrul-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Wineglass Cellars
13,White,Australia,"Ripe and pungent, this opens with a blast of oak-influenced melon and peach aromas, mixed with smoke, spices, and buttered toast. It's very rich and forward in the mouth, with tropical fruit flavors, some sweetness, and a thick, custardy texture. Of interest are the acids, which are very high and penetrating. Best Buy.",,15,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Simon Hackett 1999 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-1999-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Simon Hackett
13.8,Red,US,"Seven Hills is a favored vineyard, and this is a step up from L'Ecole's Walla Walla and Columbia Merlots. There's more fruit, more concentration, more firm flesh, and the wine has an aura of power about it. Yet there's finesse as well, in the soft, spicy nose, and in the smooth, seamless way the wine fills the mouth with ripe flavor.",Seven Hills Vineyard,38,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-seven-hills-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,France,"The elegant, forward nose of this estate bottling boasts Asian spice, pear and acacia-blossom aromas. It's very structured and tight now on the palate, with ripe earthy fruit, anise and hay notes still coming together. Really kicks into gear on the long, expansive finish, which is at once juicy and minerally. Impressive now and better in two years. Drink 2003–2008.",Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru,54,91,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 1998 Abbaye de Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1998-abbaye-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Olivier Leflaive
14.4,Red,US,"Toast and smoke aromas entwine a solid core of blackberry fruit. The mouthfeel is rich and creamy without being soupy, thanks to a strong acid backbone that lends a tart edge to the flavors.",P.Mondavi Family Reserve,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1997 P.Mondavi Family Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1997-pmondavi-family-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Charles Krug
14.5,Red,US,"Dried-herb shadings add an extra touch of complexity to this dense wine that combines rich plum, mocha and earth elements. A big, bold Merlot that avoids being overblown by virtue of its strong undercurrent of acidity.",Reserve,41,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1997 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1997-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Benziger
,Red,Australia,"The fruit aromas are pretty: plums and black cherries. Add fine oak aromas of smoke, cocoa, vanilla, toast and menthol, and this has all the ingredients to please. The acidity is firm, preventing the wine from ever seeming flabby or over the top and giving strength to the long spicy finish.",Anthony's Reserve,38,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 1998 Anthony's Reserve Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-1998-anthonys-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1998,Simon Hackett
,White,France,"Powerfully ripe wine, with honey and spicy wood aromas. Acidity combines with a smooth, creamy, toast character. Underneath the attractive fruit, there are also tannins and structure. Everything is in perfect harmony and balance.",Les Clos,,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Pinson 1999 Les Clos  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pinson-1999-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Pinson
,Red,US,"Woodward Canyon makes both a Charbonneau white and red; this is a 60/40 Merlot/Cabernet blend from a vineyard in northwest Walla Walla county. Seductive and concentrated, it starts with layers of ripe fruit, rich spice, and dense scents of coffee, toast, tobacco and chocolate. It broadens out in the mouth, with lots of delicious, chocolatey cherry fruit, smooth tannins, and a sweet, lingering finish",Charbonneau,50,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1998 Charbonneau Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1998-charbonneau-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Red Blend,1998,Woodward Canyon
13.5,White,Australia,"Powerful and clean, this Chard opens with pronounced aromas of citrus and peaches, underscored by honey, smoke and butter. The wine is tight and complex, seemingly wrapped in a minerally, iron straightjacket now, but with good aging possibilities; the long finish also supports this hypothesis. High acidity boosts the impression of strength and cleanliness. Editors' Choice.",Show Reserve,18,92,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 1999 Show Reserve Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-show-reserve-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Rosemount
14,Red,Australia,"Loaded with ripe dark fruit, this expansive wine carries a lot of oak but wears it comfortably. Jammy blackberries are graced with leather and chocolate. The mouthfeel is plush and so rich it verges on syrupy. Finishes long, with enough soft tannins to taste good now yet age for another 5–10 years.",Foggo Road,38,92,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 1997 Foggo Road Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-1997-foggo-road-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Simon Hackett
,Red,New Zealand,"Rich, textured aromas of raspberry puree, cinnamon, warm cherry tart, smoky vanilla, leather, and mint. In the mouth, stunning fruit and spice, gorgeous balance, perfectly ripe, oak so well integrated, racy, silky tannins, and brilliant acidity, this beauty's got it all. Dusty tannins suggest midterm aging. Super value.",,15,92,Marlborough,,,Shingle Peak 2000 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shingle-peak-2000-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,2000,Shingle Peak
,Red,US,"The '98 Klipsun, from a premier vineyard on Red Mountain, is even better than the '97. It has a richness and ripeness in the cherry-flavored fruit, but retains the extra dimensions that Red Mountain soil imparts: flavors of iron, mineral and chalk. It's just a little hot in the finish, but not distractingly so. This is a very cleanly made wine, with no earthiness to it. As with all Seven Hills wines, it's built to age, though fine for near-term enjoyment. Editors' Choice.",Klipsun Vineyard,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1998 Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-klipsun-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Here winemaker David Lowe expresses the purity of this single vineyard fruit with admirable focus. Dark plum, scented with strawberry preserves, cassis and raspberries, the flavors are clean and true. Pure fruit, dark tannins, fine focus; interesting iron and mineral streaks add depth to the finish.",Elerding Vineyard,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1998 Elerding Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1998-elerding-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wineglass Cellars
14.6,Red,US,"A complex and delicious Bordeaux blend, with a bouquet of blackberries, herbs, tobacco and prunes. The nose promises a lot and the palate delivers full, sweet fruit flavors and a rich texture. The finish is long and toasty, with deep fruit and vanilla flavors and solid tannins that indicate good ageability. Best from 2002–2009.",VSR,45,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 1997 VSR Meritage (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1997-vsr-bordeaux-style-red-blend-meritage-central-coast-monterey-county/,Meritage,1997,Lockwood
13,Red,US,"This is flat-out classy, polished and elegant Merlot, made with fruit from a premier vineyard on Red Mountain. There's a lush mix of cherries, plums and berries to start, a nice toasty, cocoa frame, fine balance and a firm, confident finish. Despite its youth it's focused and appealing, but a little time will really open it up. Cellar Selection.",Ciel du Cheval,40,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 1999 Ciel du Cheval Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1999-ciel-cheval-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Andrew Will
12,Sparkling,France,"Deutz is one of the great names of Champagne, and this vintage Brut from an excellent, ripe year, delivers rich, round, toasty flavors, buoyed by cascading fountains of fine, tiny bubbles. There is a precisely tuned balance to the wine, which shows off its full fruit without sacrificing its typical elegance and crisp authority. A pleasing toastiness, and a faint hint of honey completes the experience.",Brut,52,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Deutz
,Red,US,"Delivers almost everything you could ask for from a California Merlot. Plenty of plush, opulent fruit (blackberry and currant) and high-quality oak, and it tastes terrific. It has that pinpoint, laser-like quality you find in good wine. It's also very tannic: It numbs the palate and dries out on the finish, so it's best now with rich, fatty meats or age it and let it soften. Editors' Choice.",Reserve,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1997 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1997-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Markham
14.4,White,US,"This wine is at the extreme end of the spectrum for Sémillon, and has an avid following as a result. Golden yellow in color, it shows ultraripe fruit that smells of apricots, peaches and pine. The fruit supports a lot of oak. Winemaker Marty Clubb has a great touch with this often-overlooked grape. As good as it is, the '99 still seems less complex than the spectacular '98.",Fries Vineyard,22,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Fries Vineyard Sémillon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-fries-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sémillon,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,Red,US,"This 3,500-case boutique specializes in Merlot. The Yakima Valley bottling has a fine dark cast to it, and the fruit tends toward black cherry with extra dimensions of coffee, tobacco and smoke. There's a slight hint of earth here, too. The wine has dimension, depth and power, all in a precisely wound, tightly coiled style that says, “Age me!” Don't let the cheesy label fool you; this is seriously good Merlot. Editors' Choice.",,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1998 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Wineglass Cellars
14.2,Red,US,"Smoky and tough-skinned, with loads of espresso and heavy toast hiding black fruit. Cedar and dark chocolate round it out. This is a big, brooding wine that still needs some time to come together despite the late release. A Merlot that should rival many Cabernets for longevity. Cellar Selection.",Howell Mountain,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1996 Howell Mountain Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1996-howell-mountain-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Duckhorn
,White,US,"Comprised of 100% estate-grown grapes and barrel fermented in new French oak, this is Woodward Canyon's premier Chardonnay. The richness of the oak almost overpowers the nose, but when one thinks of premier cru Burgundy it's hard to tell the difference. In the mouth, the fruit more than holds its own, with firm acids and plenty of ripe peach and apricot flavors. Additional time in bottle is needed to soften the hard edges. Just 143 cases made.",Unfined/Unfiltered Estate,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1998 Unfined/Unfiltered Estate Chardonnay (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1998-unfined-unfiltered-estate-chardonnay-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Woodward Canyon
,Red,US,"Although this winery has been a leading producer in the Walla Walla Valley for over two decades, this is only their second Walla Walla-designated Cabernet. Half of the grapes are estate-grown, half are from the Pepper Bridge vineyard. The smooth, chocolatey nose is a Woodward trademark and, despite its youth, the wine has a satiny mouthfeel. Polished, saturated fruit is set off with restrained new oak, and leads to a silky, seamless, satisfying finish. Just 247 cases made.",,45,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Woodward Canyon
12,Sparkling,France,"Smooth and supple, this gem has a fully integrated nose that mixes toast, roasted hazelnuts and sweet meringue. The flavors are balanced and concentrated in the back palate and continue to expand beautifully right on through a fine, seamless finish. Elegant and graceful, this is picture perfect for near-term drinking.",Brut,59,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Pol Roger 1993 Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pol-roger-1993-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1993,Pol Roger
13,Red,Australia,"Opens with a taut but full bouquet of dense, black plum fruit and eucalytpus accents that blend into seductive licorice and dark cherry flavors and a fat chewy texture. Finishes long, with rich flavors and full even tannins. This wine is still just a baby, with a great life ahead of it.",Reserve,35,93,Victoria,Goulburn Valley,,Tahbilk 1994 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Goulburn Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-1994-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-goulburn-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Tahbilk
,Red,US,"Were this from a more prestigious winery it would command a considerably higher price, but evaluated on its own merits it is a stunning success. There is a vivid, broad middle palate of black cherry, cassis and plum; a fine acid structure, and hard, stiff tannins. But there is also an elegant complexity, highlighted with flavors of earth and iron, that comes from the soil. They speak to the extra care taken in the winemaking process so as not to obliterate the fragile taste of terroir with excess oak or overripe fruit.",Walla Walla Valley Reserve,32,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1998 Walla Walla Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-walla-walla-valley-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Seven Hills
,White,US,"This is a 60/40 blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, barrel fermented in 100% new French oak and aged on the lees with occasional batonnage. This rich, expansive, elegant, bone-dry white wine has wonderful intensity and layer upon layer of subtle spice. Polished fruit, light herbs, a seamless mouthfeel and a creamy, structured finish make this wine just about perfect. It's built for medium term aging, but why wait?",Chaleur Estate White Wine,28,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 1999 Chaleur Estate White Wine White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1999-chaleur-estate-white-wine-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,1999,DeLille
14.2,White,US,"This is an almost magically delicious, ripe, alcoholic wine which packs plenty of punch but carries its weight with confidence and authority. Walla Walla's great 1999 grapes seem to effortlessly achieve an unbelievable balance of ripe, tropical fruit and firm, bracing acids. Add eight months in a mix of new and second-year French oak and you have a star. Editors' Choice.",Seven Hills Vineyard,22,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Seven Hills Vineyard Sémillon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-seven-hills-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sémillon,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,France,"Long-Depaquit has a monopoly on this six acre plot which lies across parts of the Grand Cru vineyards of VaudŽsir and Les Preuses. This is a powerfully wooded wine, with ripe, sweet, honeyed fruit. Rich and concentrated. Beautifully structured.",Moutonne,,93,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Long-Depaquit 1997 Moutonne  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-long-depaquit-1997-moutonne-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1997,Domaine Long-Depaquit
,Sparkling,US,"Very Champagne-like in the nose, with earthy-yeasty aromas and underlying notes of citrus, smoke, and mineral. Pretty, inviting. In the mouth, great complexity. The wine has begun its aging cycle and has gorgeous balance and richness, almost opulence. There are baked, aged characteristics, and it finishes dry and long.",Brut,33,93,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Pacific Echo 1995 Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-1995-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pacific Echo
,White,France,"This sleek, elegant wine opens with a crisp bouquet of limes, nuts and toast. Subtle orange and stony mineral flavors sit atop a taut structure, making this archetypal Puligny. Firm acidity and a long, complex mineral finish make this young thoroughbred a champion. Editors' Choice.",1 er Cru Les Champs Gains,50,93,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 1998 1 er Cru Les Champs Gains  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1998-1-er-cru-champs-gains-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Olivier Leflaive
,Red,US,"This ripe, lush Syrah boldly expresses itself with shiny, saturated colors and bright, spicy, assertive fruit. It's a full-bodied, sappy wine, forward and plump, and the deep core of blackberry fruit is enhanced with pepper, citrus peel, clove and other spices. Young and still grapey, it's delicious right now but can be cellared for some years.",Doyenne,38,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1998 Doyenne Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1998-doyenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,DeLille
,Red,US,"The old vines in question hail from what used to be the Mercer Ranch Vineyard (now Champoux), and date back to the 1970s, making them ancient for Washington state. Purple black, spicy and deep, this is a sensational wine that manages to be both elegant and powerful at the same time. Dense, ripe fruit, detailed spices, balanced oak and perfect tannins make this a textbook Washington Cabernet. Cellar Selection.",Old Vines,60,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1998 Old Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1998-old-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Woodward Canyon
,Red,France,"Smells earthy and sharp, with a blast of anise and oak. In the mouth, it's tart and rough, with some berry flavors. The finish is tart and scoury.",,6,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vignobles de France 2000 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-france-2000-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,2000,Vignobles de France
,White,France,"Here's everyday drinking at an okay price. Lemony and grapefruity aromas and flavors, with very high acid that scours the palate. It's rough around the edges, and the tartness lasts through the finish.",,7,83,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Vignobles de France 2000  Entre-Deux-Mers,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vignobles-france-2000-sauvignon-blanc-entre-deux-mers/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Vignobles de France
13.7,White,US,"Offers an attractive nose of white peach, pear, lime and anise, but fails to come through with much substance on the palate. Simple and buttery-slick in the mouth, it shows some spicy notes but not much else, and turns a bit hot on the finish.",Generations,30,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1998 Generations Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1998-generations-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Raymond
,White,France,"A crisp nose of stone, lemon and grass opens this clean white made from Burgundy's other legal white grape. It shows nice lemon flavors, a touch of spice and a straightforward finish. Aligoté is drier and leaner than Chardonnay, an alternative white worth a try.",,11,84,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Prosper Maufoux 1999  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1999-other-white-aligote-bourgogne/,Aligoté,1999,Prosper Maufoux
,Red,France,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec produced only in good vintages, this year's Verdillac is light but charming. It begins with earthy, blackberry and smoke aromas, and while the tannins are pretty fierce, there's some underlying good fruit. The finish is bitter and requires rich foods.",Verdillac,8,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Armand Roux 1999 Verdillac  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armand-roux-1999-verdillac-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Armand Roux
13.9,White,US,"Asian pear, but also dairy-like notes of cheese, sour cream and show on the nose. The mouthfeel is a bit heavy. Apple and woody flavors show on the palate; dry wood and spice mark the back end. A good wine, but now reading ponderously—perhaps past its prime.",Bien Nacido Reserve,32,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bernardus 1996 Bien Nacido Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-1996-bien-nacido-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Bernardus
,Red,Italy,"From Apulia, in the Italian heel, a blend of Negroamaro and Malvasia Rosso. Long a supermarket favorite, the brand has always been rustic and powerful, but flavorful and inexpensive. Those are still its virtues. Big aromas of wild cherries and tar, with powerful berry flavors, it's dry and clean, the perfect gulp for barbecue.",Riserva,9,85,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Taurino 1997 Riserva Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taurino-1997-riserva-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,1997,Taurino
13.8,White,US,"Crème brûlée and baked apple aromas on the nose open to a smooth palate of mild apple, pineapple and spice flavors with citrus accents.The flavors aren't vibrant, though, and the intensity of the oak rendered the faint fruit nearly invisible.",Fournier Vineyard,40,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Conn Valley 1998 Fournier Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-valley-1998-fournier-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Conn Valley
14.1,White,US,"There's still a good and pleasant dose of pineapple and apple fruit accented by vanilla spice in this wine, but a mature and overly soft palate-feel suggests that it's best consumed near-term. Finishes smooth and light, with medium length. Drink up this year.",Clos des Pierres Reserve,45,85,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Peter McCoy 1997 Clos des Pierres Reserve Chardonnay (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-mccoy-1997-clos-pierres-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-knights-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Peter McCoy
13.5,White,US,"The deep gold color here suggests age, as do the soft, vaguely oxidized flavors. Still, it shows some nice vanilla and baked apple notes, as well as slight chalk accents, on its toasty oak frame. Drink now.",Première Cuvée,35,85,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 1997 Première Cuvée Chardonnay (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-1997-premiere-cuvee-chardonnay-north-yuba-10405/,Chardonnay,1997,Renaissance
13.1,White,US,"Lean and tautly balanced, this wine has an outdoorsy, mineral-and-hay bouquet and sweet herbal accents. Green apple flavors take over the palate, though hints of lemon and minerals also show up. Tasters didn't find anything terribly wrong here, just a lack of element that would make it more right. Finishes with lingering oaky notes.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gary Farrell 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Gary Farrell
14.2,White,US,"Opens with a nice nose of roasted nuts, banana, caramel and a hint of smoke. The palate's pear, baked apple and apricot flavors wear interesting coconut accents, but all these are unfortunately overrun by a scotch notes peek out from behind an edgy acidity.",Hyde Vineyard,55,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramey 1998 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramey-1998-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Ramey
14.5,White,US,"The nose here delivers a hefty dose of meaty, smoky, nutty notes paired with mild pear and apple. The palate doesn't show complexity—a pronounced toasted oak rides hard on apple and pineapple fruit. It's balanced and finishes dry, but comes up wanting the desired texture and nuance.",The Sculptor Reserve,34,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1999 The Sculptor Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1999-sculptor-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,M. Cosentino
12.5,Red,Australia,"There's a nice, jammy, berry and herb nose here with a touch of weediness among the fruit and cedar flavors on the palate. Light-to-medium-weight and smootly textured, it has balance, and berry and cocoa flavors. Singing on the nose, even on the palate, it's turns astringent on the back end.",,13,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 1999 Merlot (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-1999-merlot-hunter-valley/,Merlot,1999,Hope Estate
,White,US,"The nose here shows clean pine and citrus notes, with accents of herb and tropical fruit. Straightforward apple, pear and nut flavors show on the palate. In some ways, including the nutty finish, the wine is good—in other ways, it's just there.",Reserve,40,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Plumpjack 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumpjack-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Plumpjack
13,Red,Australia,"The nose of this Bordeaux-like Cabernet displays strong herb and earth tones. Cassis, earth, dried herb and licorice flavors ride the even, medium-weight palate. The finish is dry, with tart berry and a slight citrus note.",,13,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-hunter-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Hope Estate
14,White,US,"The pleasant nose of nuts, green apples and caramel also shows an odd whiff that mattered more to some tasters than others. Light apple fruit, spice, earth and butterscotch notes play on the full, but vaguely sour milk-tinged palate. Finishes tart and dry with slight mineral notes, in the manner of some white Burgundies. We've been big fans of Foxen's wines in the past, but this one left us scratching our heads.",Tinaquaic Vineyard,30,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 1998 Tinaquaic Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1998-tinaquaic-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Foxen
,White,France,"Offers a bouquet of pear and anise, plus an earthy floral note. Richer flavors of apple and quince follow, with lime and toast accents. Displays a good acid spine and some class, finishing even and dry. This wine has nice parts.",Premier Cru,18,86,Burgundy,Montagny,,Prosper Maufoux 1999 Premier Cru  (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1999-premier-cru-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,1999,Prosper Maufoux
,White,France,"Nice tension shows in the floral, peach and stony aromas of this estate wine. It has a lean frame and taut spine, but good fruit, too, with the gentle peachy notes balancing the crisp edge. Closes clean, with citrus and spice. Viré-Clessé is a new appellation replacing the Macon-Villages, -Viré or -Clessé formerly mandated.",Domaine des Combelières,14,86,Burgundy,Viré-Clessé,,Prosper Maufoux 1999 Domaine des Combelières  (Viré-Clessé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1999-domaine-combelieres-chardonnay-vire-clesse/,Chardonnay,1999,Prosper Maufoux
13.9,White,US,"This wine cuts a racy Chablis-like profile. Green apple and lemon-lime fruit, mild spices and a dry earthiness are all in play here. They ride on brisk acidity through a tart and minerally finish. A thoroughbred wine that, to some, “lacks stuffing.”",Huber Vineyard,32,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 1999 Huber Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1999-huber-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Longoria
13.8,White,US,"The nutty, smoky notes on the nose are overshadowed by taut, high-octane alcohol-mineral scents. The stony, mineral-laden palate also shows earthy, apple-oatmeal flavors. The mouthfeel is full, yet tight (we could say ripe, but it's not fruit-driven wine). This unusual offering fades long but closed, with hints of spice and coffee. Previous tastings of Mt. Carmel have proved it a tough read when young. Hold and taste in three years.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 1998 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1998-mt-carmel-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Babcock
,Red,US,"A good California Barbera, with medium weight, classic tart cherry flavors offset by leather and herb accents, and zingy, almost sharp acidity. Has good body and mouthfeel, and cries out for hearty food like big pasta dishes or cassoulet.",Barelli Creek Vineyard,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,E & J Gallo 1999 Barelli Creek Vineyard Barbera (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-j-gallo-1999-barelli-creek-vineyard-barbera-sonoma-county/,Barbera,1999,E & J Gallo
13.5,White,US,"Slightly odd-scented nose with hints of pipe tobacco, grapefruit, green apple and herbs. Better on the palate with green pear, faint apple, pineapple and herbal notes in a tart, lean framework. Pleasant hints of oak show up on the finish.",Reserve,30,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1999-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1999,Morgan
13,White,Australia,"Ripe and buttery with tropical fruit and oak on the nose, this Chardonnay has decent mouthfeel and an attractive sweet-tart profile. The apple-pear flavors wear lots of citrus and spicy oak on the back end. It's not complex, but it's as pleasant as a g'day.",,10,86,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 1999 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-1999-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Hope Estate
13.5,White,US,"Respected vineyard source and established record of the winemaker notwithstanding, the dense gunpowder/matchstick quality here isn't easy to take—or even read. It is stylized, and big (we can sense suppressed tropical fruit and earthy, mineral notes below the veneer). Hidden treasure…or just rough stuff?",Sanford & Benedict,35,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Au Bon Climat 1999 Sanford & Benedict Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1999-sanford-benedict-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Au Bon Climat
13.5,White,US,"Some panelists praised this Chardonnay's balance and zingy citrus flavors; others were put off by its potent, even overwhelming, oak and green woody aspects. It's full-bodied, and there are pleasant pear, lime and butterscotch notes fighting for space on the palate. Give it a year or two and judge for yourself.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Au Bon Climat 1999 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1999-mt-carmel-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Au Bon Climat
13.9,White,US,"This Chard displays a slightly unusual but appealing sweet and sour streak. The bouquet shows tart green apples, grapefruit, stewed fruit and sweet herbs, plus tangy green oak shadings. The palate delivers more of the same, with zingy citrus and crisp apple flavors, but also dry, leesy notes. There's both cream and pepper on the back end of this likeable, split-personality wine.",Sangiacomo Vineyards Reserve,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Bernardus 1996 Sangiacomo Vineyards Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-1996-sangiacomo-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Bernardus
12.5,White,Australia,"This pleasant, medium-weight white from an Iberian grape shows why it has caught on among our adventurous Aussie cousins. The nose of tangerine, hay, and a mild stony note opens to a mouth full of melon, citrus and herb flavors. It sports a tangy citrus finish.",,9,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 1998 Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-1998-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,1998,Hope Estate
13.5,White,US,"This sunny, medium-gold wine opens with caramel and apple aromas. More candy apple-like flavors appear in the mouth, accompanied by tropical fruit and toasty accents with a rich caramel tone. It verges on too-sweet, but it's nonetheless pleasing in an uncomplicated way.",,33,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Matanzas Creek
13.5,White,US,"A full and creamy bouquet announces a palate laden with ripe golden delicious apple, vanilla, and melon flavors, with chalk, mineral and earth elements. The dry finish carries some length and builds in intensity. A straightforward wine that's ready to drink right now.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Arcadian 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arcadian-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Arcadian
13.6,White,US,"This very rare, single-vineyard Chardonnay has distinct vanilla, golden delicious apple, banana and peach flavors—a nice mix of sweet and sour, but some tasters found searing acidity and a sharp metallic note. Finishes tart, dry and long with a bracing edge capable of cutting right through your fried calamari and spicy sauce. Only 132 cases produced.",Dierberg Vineyard,35,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foley 1999 Dierberg Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foley-1999-dierberg-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Foley
14.2,White,US,"A big nose of toasty oak, vanilla and butterscotch opens this offering. There are hints of pear and apple fruit, but the palate has a dominating oakiness and a custardy fatness. It's slightly hot, with dominant butterscotch and vanillin oaky flavors.",Upper Barn,40,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Stonestreet 1998 Upper Barn Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-1998-upper-barn-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Stonestreet
14.5,White,US,"From the smoky, spicy nose through the spicy apple notes in the mouth, this bottling has an intriguing earth and mineral streak from start to finish. Medium-bodied, the wine offers some lemon and mineral tang and a lot of smoky oak on the finish.",Trio Vineyard,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Galleron 1999 Trio Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galleron-1999-trio-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Galleron
,Red,France,"Solid and lean, this wine shows a bouquet of dried fruits and leaves, dark berries and leather. The mouth is earthy and masculine in a traditional Gevrey manner, with spicy, dark cherry fruit and cocoa notes. It finishes with medium length and even, fairly resolved tannins.",,40,87,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Prosper Maufoux 1997  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1997-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,1997,Prosper Maufoux
14.8,White,US,"Big and easy with caramel and creamy notes to spare, this has good apple, spice and toast elements and an appealing nutty-leesy aspect. Still, it seems already quite mature, like it needs to be drunk now. Enjoy it soon for its full mouthfeel and ripe baked apple flavors.",Lafond Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 1998 Lafond Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-1998-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Lafond
,White,US,"The historic estate's 1998 is characteristically lean, angular and fairly closed. The bouquet of apple cider, anise, and fragrant jasmine-like notes opens to a trim palate of green apple and toast flavors, and a taut mouthfeel. Tart apple and oak, plus a flinty, mineral element play on the finish. Notoriously tight when young, this wine often opens incredibly with cellaring.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Chateau Montelena
14.2,White,US,"Some very appealing apple, asian pear, mint, smoke and toast notes mark the nose of this even, medium-weight wine. It has fine fruit-to-acid balance and offers apple-peach flavors with a mild but evident butterscotch element. The tangy oak that's present from the start shows most prominently on the spicy finish.",,35,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rudd 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rudd-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rudd
13.4,White,US,"The bouquet of Farrell's wine is a mixed bag of buttered popcorn, minerals, herbs, citrus fruit, pineapple and melon stuffed in an oak envelope. Similarly attractive flavors mark the palate, which is fairly full and has an almost rustic quality. Has all the body and length you could want, if not quite all the balance and finesse.",Rochioli Vineyard,34,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1998 Rochioli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1998-rochioli-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Gary Farrell
14.2,White,US,"This light and elegant wine opens with orange and mild tropical fruit aromas. Easy peach and pear flavors bear dry vanilla and toasty oak accents. Even and soft on the palate, the nutty-leesy-chalky finish brings the wine to a pleasing close.",,40,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Pine Ridge 1999 Chardonnay (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1999-chardonnay-napa-stags-leap-district/,Chardonnay,1999,Pine Ridge
14.1,White,US,"Tasters pegged apples, anise, crème brûlée and cinnamon in the lively nose of this rich wine—one that also sparked some controversy. The straight-ahead flavor profile is appealing, with solid apple, clove and butterscotch offset by the attractive anise streak. But is it native yeast or heavy malolactic fermentation that's responsible for the mixed feelings some panelists expressed? Concerns were noted about a dairy-like note on the nose and also a slick, yet gummy texture. Nevertheless, the winning aromas and flavors kept the overall take positive.",VGS,45,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 1997 VGS Chardonnay (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1997-vgs-chardonnay-napa-mount-veeder/,Chardonnay,1997,Château Potelle
13.5,White,US,"Pear, pineapple and herb aromas intrigued some tasters, but others found an odd note in this wine's nose. Vanilla, pear, apple and sweet spices mark the medium-weight and round palate. The back end of this wine has tangy wood and a slight chalkiness.",Reserve,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.5,White,US,"We enjoyed the vanilla, pear, butter and toasty flavors on this classy Chard, but the high alcohol it contains almost does it in. The nice acid backbone holds it together though and leaves a good overall impression. Enjoy it with grilled seafood.",Reserve,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Saintsbury
14.4,White,US,"Restraint and elegance are not what you usually find in a Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay, but this one offers tart apple, citrus, and peach flavors along with a dose of toasty new oak. Clean and understated style.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,32,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 1999 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1999-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Testarossa
13,White,US,"Another one of Jed Steele's many single-vineyard offerings this wine from Santa Barbara is big and perfumey. Pineapple, banana and caramel flavors are cloaked in sweetness that may be a bit heavy for some.",Goodchild Vineyard,30,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 1998 Goodchild Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-goodchild-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
14,White,US,"Lavishly oaked from the first whiff on the nose and palate, dense toasty notes envelope the pineapple and tropical fruit. Plenty of vanilla and both a tangy nuttiness and a creaminess from the oak, provide a nice mouthfeel tension. Panelists had two schools of thought about this wine: The oak totally dominates—certainly now—and how you feel about that determines your take on the wine. Lacking fruit? Or just tight and needing a year or two to open? Only time will tell.",Reserve,58,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jarvis 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jarvis-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Jarvis
13,White,US,"This Napa Valley mainstay's offering shows a firm acid backbone and crisp, bright green apple flavors with lemony accents. Overall a bit on the lean side, but it shows just a hint of butteriness and some tangy new oak spice on the long, tart finish.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Grgich Hills
,White,France,"Very toasty and closed, it was hard now to get beyond this wine's wood veneer. Faint honey and earth flavors accompany a rich mouthfeel, but this wears an almost impenetrable oak shell.",,55,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Prosper Maufoux 1998  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1998-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Prosper Maufoux
13.8,White,US,"A touch of mint graces the tropical fruit-laden nose of this respected Monterey bottling. Fruit driven yet taut, the orange, pineapple, apple and herbal notes here show an earth-and-mineral complexity without the common overt oakiness. If you are fan of less-overtly oaked wines, this is a medium-weight, stylish offering with personality and fine balance.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,35,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 1998 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-1998-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1998,Talbott
13.5,White,US,"Susie Selby's homage to her late father has some sulfur and earthy notes on the nose, but there's good fruit behind. This full-bodied, nicely textured Chardonnay has nutty, smoky and spicy flavors melding with tangy tropical fruit to create a tasty, fairly lush wine that's easy to enjoy. Finishes soft, with a faint whiff of petrol—in the Alsace manner—and is drinking well now.",David Selby Reserve,38,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Selby 1998 David Selby Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selby-1998-david-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Selby
14.1,White,US,"Mint, fresh fruit and decidedly floral aromas led to yet another split-decision wine you may just have to taste yourself. Some tasters found elegance, white stone fruits, citrus and good acidity leading to a rich, silky finish with buttery and nutty notes. Others (same bottle!) found it soft, sweet and a bit cloying in a “your auntie's perfume” manner. Strange, but true…we can't make this stuff up.",Reserve Lucas Select,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 1998 Reserve Lucas Select Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-1998-reserve-lucas-select-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rusack
,White,US,"A presently reined-in wine with exotic elements, showing a ginger, saffron and green apple bouquet. It's well-balanced, with lively apple and citrus flavors. It has good acidity and a firm structure that should hold it together for three or four years. With aging, it may integrate and develop further.",,30,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Gary Farrell
13.5,White,US,"The bouquet is like an aromatic walk in the woods—it has pine, earth and floral elements as well as the expected fruit aromas. Red apple and plum flavors are accented by lemon-lime the mouth, and a mineral note asserts itself. It has body but not weight, and closes with a clean citrus-chalk finish.",,33,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Liparita 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Liparita
14.5,White,US,"Aromas of movie popcorn, hops and Asian pear open this rather over-the-top wine. It's a decidedly candy-sweet combination of butterscotch, peach and nut flavors with a soft, round mouthfeel. The light orange finish is easy. If you have good friends who just don't like dry wines, this is a great one to serve them.",Reserve,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ledson 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ledson-1999-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Ledson
14.5,White,US,"Smooth and creamy from start to finish, this wine is a dead-on mainstream pleaser. Begins with a nutty and toasty nose that also shows traces of apple and lemon. The palate, buttressed by a healthy dose of oak, also offers a lot of fruit flavor, including pear and lemon, without being overly sweet. The bouquet's creamy and nutty notes reappear on the supple back end.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Laird 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Laird
14.1,White,US,"One of the nicest California Pinot Grigios we've tasted. Pleasing, lively green apple, citrus, almond and herb notes play from aromatic start to bright, lingering finish. The flavors tend more to the Italian renditions of this grape, yet the fruit expression is all Sonoma. Editors' Choice.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Rancho Zabaco 2000 Pinot Gris (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Gris,2000,Rancho Zabaco
13.9,White,US,"This barrel-fermented Chardonnay shows smoky new oak and telltale matchstick leesy aromas. Real spiciness comes through on the palate. The apple fruit wears strong clove, nutmeg and butterscotch notes. There's a firm acid backbone that's lively, but slightly jarring to some tasters. Give this one four to six months to knit itself together.",Estate Bottled,38,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1999 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1999-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Signorello
14.1,White,US,"The bouquet offers dazzling aromas, including pineapple, banana, cinnamon, nutmeg, roasted nuts and butter. On the palate, the wine becomes more focused: taut pear, citrus and golden apple flavors closely wrapped in a tasty butterscotch and toast cocoon. Finishes long and even; could still use six months to a year to unwind.",Firepeak Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 1999 Firepeak Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1999-firepeak-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Baileyana
,White,US,"This estate vineyard wine's complex nose melds mineral, spice and lime aromas with herb and floral notes. It handles the disparate elements gracefully, showing body but not weight, and has a soft, almost tender mouthfeel. There's a touch of floral sweetness in the mouth—as on the nose—offset by earthy, mineral flavors on a lithe frame. This wine shows real subtlety, but leaves us wishing for more depth. Finishes light, dry and flinty.",Whitney's Vineyard,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fisher 1997 Whitney's Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-1997-whitneys-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Fisher
14.5,White,US,"Citrus, pineapple, white stone fruits and green apple are among the aromas and flavors in this clean, medium-weight offering. The wine has a nice butterscotch streak, but some tasters found it light to the point of insubstantial, while others praised its balance and elegance.",Lo Vecchio Estate Vineyard,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Galleron Laine 1998 Lo Vecchio Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galleron-laine-1998-lo-vecchio-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Galleron Laine
,White,France,"A nose of tart strawberry scents, spice and just a slight stemmy note opens this decent value in Pinot Noir. No, it's not the most sophisticated red Burgundy out there, but it shows where it's from. It also shows some complexity, good acids and brisk tannins. Try it with stew or grilled tuna steaks. Editors' Choice.",Premier Cru Clos de Montaigus,22,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Prosper Maufoux 1999 Premier Cru Clos de Montaigus  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1999-premier-cru-clos-montaigus-pinot-noir-mercurey/,Pinot Noir,1999,Prosper Maufoux
14.4,White,US,"Very ripe tropical fruits and appealing pear, apple and spice notes show well in this nicely balanced wine. Good acidity plays a solid supporting role here. The toasty oak holds the almost overripe fruit in check—it's strong from the mid palate through the handsome butter-and-apple finish.",,40,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Livingston Moffett 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livingston-moffett-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Livingston Moffett
13.5,White,US,"A lively citrus tang balances the rounder fig, melon, toast and dried spice flavors that predominate here. Finishes evenly with medium length. It seems to be at its peak, so drink this round and well-integrated Chardonnay up now.",Reserve,33,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,MacRostie
15.6,Red,US,"A chewy wine with tremendous extraction and flavor intensity, this has some Port-like qualities, and the flavors are tart-sweet, pruney, with nutty, almost bitter almond notes peeking through. Still young, it will be better in two years. Coses with a big, tooth-staining finish.",Chiotti Vineyard,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rancho Zabaco 1999 Chiotti Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-1999-chiotti-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1999,Rancho Zabaco
13,White,US,"Opens with a lovely bouquet of lemon and tart pineapple fruit with anise, mineral and tobacco accents. The lemony note resurfaces on the pear, white peach and green apple palate. A chalk element adds interest and balances the overall zingy, bright tone in this tangy, high-alcohol wine.",Arcadia Vineyard,45,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 Arcadia Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-arcadia-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"Lovely aromas, flavors and a fine mouthfeel define this rare item—a real Pinot Noir value. Appealing black cherry, earth, and tarragon aromas and flavors keep the taster interested, suggesting a broad range of food pairings, from salmon to lamb. It even offers decent body and length, almost unheard of in this price range.",,13,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1998 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Gallo of Sonoma
13.5,White,US,"Smoky, heavy toasted oak complements mild tropical fruit, nuts and coconut on the nose. The toasty flavor and a decidedly earthy note reads big against the pineapple, citrus and rich vanilla notes showing in the palate of this even, medium-weight wine. Finishes dry, brisk and slightly tart.",MacGregor Vineyard,30,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Cathy MacGregor 1998 MacGregor Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cathy-macgregor-1998-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Cathy MacGregor
13,White,US,"The green apple and menthol toast bouquet shows some unusual tobacco-like aromas that are usually associated with red wines. A sip reveals mint, apple and caramel flavors on a full, oaky frame. Nicely balanced and still tight, it ends with slightly subdued but persistent caramel and toast flavors. Previous vintages of this Santa Barbara classic have performed well—often better—after cellaring. Try in two years.",Barrel Select,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 1999 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1999-barrel-select-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Sanford
13,White,US,"If you like piña coladas and getting caught in the—oh…I mean…coladas and ripe banana, caramel and pear aromas and flavors, then this wine delivers. There's an undeniable coconut quality here, and nice acid zip that keeps the fruit in the mix. The oak tannins need a bit of time to smooth out—they're a little edgy on the back end.",Parmelee-Hill Vineyard,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Steele 1998 Parmelee-Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-parmelee-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
14.5,Red,US,"Heavy clove and cinnamon-spice notes grace the nose of this very limited single-vineyard offering. Honey, stone and a nuttiness mark the nose. Ripe and lively pineapple, banana, lime and grapefruit flavors shine nicely in a medium-weight, well-balanced style. Finishes long and tart. A year or two in the bottle will bring out more complexity.",Rosemary's Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Talley 1999 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1999-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1999,Talley
13.9,White,US,"Rich opening aromas of pineapple, pear and lime plus toast and leesy accents open to a round palate of sweet pear, apple, vanilla and pineapple flavors. This nicely balanced, medium-weight wine is smooth, but the new wood really dominates the lengthy close.",Cuvée Cynthia,45,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Talbott 1998 Cuvée Cynthia Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talbott-1998-cuvee-cynthia-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1998,Talbott
13,White,US,"In good vintages, Trefethen reserves a special portion of their Chardonnay production for late release in their Library Selection series. This latest offering—one of the oldest wines tasted—shows good balance and creamy, yet still crisp, smoothness. The green apple fruit is still holding well, along with a chalky note and a refreshing lime, herb and flinty tartness reminiscent of Chablis.",Library Selection,37,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 1995 Library Selection Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-1995-library-selection-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1995,Trefethen
14.1,White,US,"Notes of smoke, toast, lime and herbs play against guava, pear and brown sugar scents in the bouquet. A chalk note accents zesty orange, grapefruit and guava flavors and a soft mouthfeel. Vanilla, clove and oak highlights mark the wine's creamy, medium-length finish.",Corley Reserve,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1999 Corley Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1999-corley-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Monticello Vineyards
,Red,US,"Nice sweet-tart flavors and a medium mouthfeel make this is one of our most-enjoyed California renditions of Tuscany's workhorse red. The tart black cherry, leather and slight mineral notes are on target, the finish smooth and delicious.",,13,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1998 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1998-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1998,Gallo of Sonoma
14.1,White,US,"Apple, pear, coconut and chalk mark the bouquet of this smooth yet crisp and brisk wine from the Napa microproducer. Lime, pineapple and apricot with oak and cinnamon shadings are in play on the rich, viscous palate and flow beautifully through to the finish. Though full, the wine never gets weighty. It closes light on its feet, long and tangy, with lemon, cream and oak accents.",,60,89,California,Napa,Oakville,Kongsgaard 1998 Chardonnay (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kongsgaard-1998-chardonnay-napa-oakville/,Chardonnay,1998,Kongsgaard
13.9,White,US,"Refined and inviting, the bouquet offers caramel, hazelnuts and toast. Dark apple, toast, spice and earth flavors fill the mouth. The mouthfeel is rich and dense, though a touch more fruit would really have it singing. Finishes with spice and faint lime notes, and a toasty oak flavor that really takes over. The former Deutz Champagne estate in San Luis Obispo County, Laetitia is now devoted to producing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.",Reserve,33,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1998-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Laetitia
14.5,White,US,"Helen Turley's Chardonnay shows nice complexity, particularly on the nose, where nuanced oriental spice, tobacco, nectarine, floral and yellow fruit aromas play with the senses. The palate is mild and balanced, with melon, stone fruit and nut flavors, and a smooth texture to boot. Just a touch of heat shows on the long, dry yet spicy finish.",Gauer Vineyard,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Canepa 1998 Gauer Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canepa-1998-gauer-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Canepa
13.9,White,US,"Fermented with native yeast, this estate wine from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir pioneer Josh Jensen is classy, earthy and firm. Apple and yellow plum flavors mingle with mineral elements on the palate. It finishes nutty and tart, with good length and a solid acid spine. One of the few California wines that are Burgundian in spirit, this is still tight. Although it was one of the oldest wines we tasted, it can still use a few years to fully unfold.",,38,89,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 1997 Chardonnay (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Chardonnay,1997,Calera
13.7,White,US,"Aromas of ripe cantaloupe, vanilla and tropical fruits plus creamy malolactic notes show on the nose of this limited-production Napa Chardonnay. This offering, a distinct label from the proprietors of Far Niente, has apple, pear and white peach flavors. Expect caramel and nut accents on a smoothly textured, buttery palate. The finish is long and dry—you'll see a reprise of the nutty elements plus a hint of lime.",John's Creek Vineyard,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 1999 John's Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1999-johns-creek-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Nickel & Nickel
14.6,White,US,"This Carneros Chardonnay shows solid mainstream style. Apple, caramel and mint aromas on the nose open to apple, coconut and menthol-oak flavors. The mouthfeel is full, though some tasters thought more big than full. Toasty new oak takes the lead, and a touch of heat shows on the back end.",Cold Creek,44,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Laird 1999 Cold Creek Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laird-1999-cold-creek-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Laird
14.9,White,US,"A pear, apple-orange and earth bouquet sets the stage for a palate chockful of pineapple, pear and lemon flavor. Toast notes offset and vibrant acidity uplifts the fruit nicely. The finish is long and tart-sweet with complex leesy, earthy notes. Medium-bodied and restrained, this complex wine shows depth. Give it six months to a year to unfold.",Red Shoulder Ranch,37,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 1999 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1999-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Shafer
14.5,White,US,"A pale gold color belies the full, deep aromas and flavors this wine offers. The lively, multifaceted nose highlights orange, pear, ginger snaps, anise and caramel notes. It opens to a rich, even palate that shows similar flavors and a smooth, buttery feel. The pleasing finish displays plenty of toast, vanilla and spice, and an impressive dry, leesy aftertaste.",Carneros Reserve,32,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cuvaison 1999 Carneros Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1999-carneros-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Cuvaison
14.5,White,US,"Pear, pineapple and citrus aromas with spearmint accents comprise the bouquet of this Russian River favorite. The wine is round and soft with tea, lemon, tropical fruit and buttercream flavors. It's light- to medium- weight, but with enough complexity to hold the taster's interest, and a persistent, tangy, sweet and sour back-end fade.",OFS,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 OFS Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-ofs-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,De Loach
13.8,White,US,"With its 90% Napa and 10% Sonoma lineage, this wine serves up mild lime, butterscotch and green apple aromas and a nicely weighted palate with tropical fruit, peach and caramel flavors. The mouthfeel is soft, with a caramel custard quality. The long, creamy and toasty finish will win raves from lovers of both the full malolactic and well-oaked styles.",Reserve,32,89,California,Napa,Napa County,Ferrari-Carano 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1999-reserve-chardonnay-napa-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Ferrari-Carano
13.5,White,US,"Tasty hazelnut overtones to the apple and cinnamon aromas mark the nose of this elegant wine. Toasted almond, pear and caramel flavors work in harmony. Good acidity and all-around stylish restraint make it a great food wine.",Reserva Dorada Gold Coast Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Costa de Oro 1999 Reserva Dorada Gold Coast Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-oro-1999-reserva-dorada-gold-coast-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Costa de Oro
13.5,White,US,"Complex leesy, smoky, nutty aromas adorn the nose of this racy wine. It displays a citrusy tartness and lime, green apple, vanilla and wintergreen accents that linger refreshingly. Finishes with unusual apple, nut and burnt sugar aromas and flavors. A Mendocino appellation wine from Jim Clendenon, the notorious ‘Mind Behind' Santa Barbara County's Au Bon Climat Winery.",Philippine,35,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Ici/La-Bas 1998 Philippine Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ici-bas-1998-philippine-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Ici/La-Bas
14.1,White,US,"Four different clones are separately fermented and then blended to make this unique bottling. An expansive nose shows vibrant pineapple, peach, and orange fruit with lemondrop and butterscotch accents. It's rich and mouthfilling, like a bite of banana cream pie, and turns maybe a bit orangey-sweet. Shy on subtlety, it packs in a lot of juicy flavor.",Three Jacks Vineyard,33,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hartford 1999 Three Jacks Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartford-1999-three-jacks-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Hartford
13.8,White,US,"This is hefty, dry and structured Chardonnay. Offers a complex musky, creamy nose that ushers in a range of tart citrus, coconut, toasted nut and mineral flavors. The smoky finish also shows a crisp, almost hard-edged metallic note. Stylized and appealing, but still tight—should be better in a year or two.",Grand Cuvee,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1998 Grand Cuvee Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1998-grand-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Babcock
13.5,White,US,"The rich bouquet shows buttery, creamy vanilla notes with hints of tarragon and sweet hay. Golden apple and pear wears sweet butterscotch on the medium-weight, soft palate. Shows a bit of alcoholic heat as well as good intensity and impressive weight, but a one taster found it too controlled by vanillin oak qualities at the expense of the fruit.",Showcase Selection,30,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1999 Showcase Selection Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1999-showcase-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Mirassou
14.2,White,US,"This blend of 35% Sonoma, 33% Santa Barbara and 32% Monterey grapes shows the intensity and depth of flavor that careful grape selection and knowledgeable blending can achieve. The wine is full and forward, with mango, pear, pineapple, popcorn and very toasty oak boldly coating the palate. Just a touch unsubtle, it's still very delicious, and finishes with butterscotch and nutmeg.",Damaris Reserve,32,89,California,California Other,California,Landmark 1998 Damaris Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-1998-damaris-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Landmark
14.2,White,US,"This big, brawny Chardonnay's potent nose of smoke, hay, orange, banana and pungent lees is an attention-grabber. Baked apple, buttered popcorn, and vanilla flavors come on strong along with an edge of spicy oak that carries through the finish. The panel rendered a split decision on this wine from veteran winemaker David Ramey. It showed harmony, length and finesse to some, but appeared edgy, a bit disjointed and obvious to others.",Hudson Vineyard,55,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramey 1998 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramey-1998-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Ramey
13,White,US,"Thyme and lavender notes mingle with orange, tangerine and banana aromas and flavors in this exotic, stylized wine. An ample dose of spicy new oak brings dimension, but also adds a dry, slightly austere note to the long finish. Appealing now; may integrate better with short-term cellaring.",Lolonis Vineyard,32,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Steele 1998 Lolonis Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-lolonis-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
13.6,White,US,"This is an impressive bottling with complex caramel, toasted nut and tropical fruit aromas. It's big bodied and coats the mouth with rich butterscotch, banana, apple and toasty oak flavors. A touch short on acid, it could use bit more backbone, but it's still big on toasty style. Its long, satisfying finish is an oak lover's paradise.",Chalk Hill Vineyard Reserve,30,89,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1998 Chalk Hill Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-chalk-hill-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-northern/,Chardonnay,1998,Rodney Strong
14.1,White,US,"Announces itself with an unusual and pleasant Gewürtztraminer-like tangerine, lychee and ginger nose. Its mild but decidedly unique character is clearer on the melon, butter-cinnamon and peach palate. Nice acidity and a tangy-spicy finish.",Kent Ritchie Vineyard,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Scott Paul 1999 Kent Ritchie Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scott-paul-1999-kent-ritchie-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Scott Paul
13.9,White,US,"This opens with a muted but very pleasing nose of orange, pineapple, clove, almond and baked apple aromas. The palate's tropical fruit is complemented by butterscotch, clove and allspice flavors. Soft but well-constructed, it's a medium-weight wine with balanced fruit and well-utilized oak on the finish.",Hope's Cuvée,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1999 Hope's Cuvée Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1999-hopes-cuvee-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Signorello
14,White,US,"This is a ripe pear-scented butterscotch-infused Chardonnay. The palate shows more ripe pear and melon flavors, along with lots of toasty new oak, which yields delicious hazelnut shadings. Soft and easy to enjoy, it closes long, and creamy-spicy.",,34,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Vine Cliff
13.7,White,US,"This plush Chardonnay's bouquet shows an ultraripe botrytis note in its vanilla, peach, clove and caramel aromas. Dried fruits, caramel and honey flavors massage the palate: the mouthfeel is full and viscous—even voluptuous. A must for lovers of larger-than-life Chards.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Mer Soleil 1998 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mer-soleil-1998-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Mer Soleil
13.7,White,US,"Aromas of smoke, cream and herbs atop a ripe pineapple foundation. In the mouth, pineapple prevails again along with apple, toast and butterscotch notes. It's supple, and though quite fruit-driven, it's not at all sweet. The wine shows complexity and finishes long and light on its feet. Top Value.",KRV Block #13,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kirkland Ranch 1999 KRV Block #13 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kirkland-ranch-1999-krv-block-13-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kirkland Ranch
14.5,White,US,"This seductive, creamy Chard wraps smoky, spicy, vanilla-laden oak flavors around a core of lush tropical fruit. There's lively acidity and a lot to like here. The finish shows a slight edge that may smooth out in another three or four months.",Great Estates,35,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Great Estates Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-great-estates-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13,White,US,"A jazzy bouquet of sour pear, toasted nut and leesy notes opens this North Coast winner. An unusual mix of dry orange, papaya and cantaloupe flavors follow on the palate. The medium-full mouthfeel is butter-smooth, yet bright and crisp enough to not be mushy. Spice and lemon accents enliven the long, tangy finish. Top Value.",Du Pratt Vineyard,30,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Steele 1998 Du Pratt Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-pratt-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
14,White,US,"This is a unique wine with an unusual and impressive bouquet of peach smoke, cocoa and hazelnut. Balanced but firm on the palate, it offers robust fruit and spice flavors and mint, toast and nut accents. There's even an intriguing kirsch-like cherry note in here. Full-bodied, it's a wine of real individual character that finishes dense, long and spicy.",Don Miguel Vineyard Dobles Lías,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 1998 Don Miguel Vineyard Dobles Lías Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-1998-don-miguel-vineyard-dobles-lias-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Marimar Torres
,White,France,"Aromas of clove, strong, spicy oak and sublimated cherry open this hard-to-decipher wine. Large-scaled, with a full mouthfeel, there's no nuance to read, but we caught a faint glimpse of fruit up front and sensed lovely mineral elements below the surface later. Tight now, but time will tell.",,65,90,Burgundy,Clos de Vougeot,,Prosper Maufoux 1998  Clos de Vougeot,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1998-pinot-noir-clos-vougeot/,Pinot Noir,1998,Prosper Maufoux
14.2,White,US,"This Chardonnay, from a small vineyard block in Jess Jackson's Alexander Mountain estate, is grand yet graceful. Oozing pear, butterscotch, melon and menthol flavors, it shows good weight and a positive richness that's supported by firm structure. It's balanced, appealing, admirably not overoaked and finishes long with flavors of melon, spice and pear offset by toasty accents. Top Value.",Block Sixty-Six,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Stonestreet 1998 Block Sixty-Six Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-1998-block-sixty-six-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Stonestreet
14.5,White,US,"Aromas of butter, cream and popcorn are so prevalent on the nose that you'll swear you're at the movies. Popcorn and butter show again on the palate, but here they're teamed up with ripe golden-apple and orange notes. Finishes with pineapple and butter in bold and appealing style. A daring, not gently nuanced, wine.",DeRose Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Thunder Mountain 1999 DeRose Vineyard Chardonnay (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1999-derose-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Thunder Mountain
13.5,White,US,"This Napa Valley aristocrat sheds its normally understated demeanor and shows lively, pear, apple and melon fruit plus a vanilla-custard richness. There's toasty oak and a lively acid backbone that will help it evolve over the next few years. It's well-balanced, with a toasty, poised finish that's long and has bright lime overtones.",Estate Bottled,52,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Far Niente 1999 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-1999-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Far Niente
14,White,US,"A tart pineapple-lemon nose with caramel and smoke accents ushers in a full palate. Apple and pear flavors add body, and a chalky note contributes complexity and texture to the palate. Slight creaminess provides a fat, full feel, but maybe just a bit more softness than some tasters preferred. Still, this is a solid wine with finesse and body. It displays both smoky toast and bright orange-lemon notes on the finish.",Mon Plaisir,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Peter Michael Winery 1999 Mon Plaisir Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-michael-winery-1999-mon-plaisir-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Peter Michael Winery
14,White,US,"Fine flavor definition and very good acidity. Citrus, apple and herb aromas sing on the nose. Round apple, anise and pineapple show on the velvety palate. The wine finishes with a pretty melding of pineapple and vanilla, like an elegant tropical creamsicle. Enticing, but still tight enough to warrant holding it for a year or two.",La Carriere,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Peter Michael Winery 1999 La Carriere Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-michael-winery-1999-carriere-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Peter Michael Winery
14,White,US,"In this fine offering from one of this tasting's most consistent performers, a nutty, pineapple-ginger nose opens to a lively mouth of citrus, hazelnut and spice. The feel is firm, elegant. This handsomely constructed wine finishes long with subtle white peach notes, with dashes of tangy spice and chalk.",Belle Côte,60,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Peter Michael Winery 1999 Belle Côte Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-michael-winery-1999-belle-cote-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Peter Michael Winery
14.2,White,US,"This appealing Chardonnay is the same wine that carried a reserve designation in prior vintages. It's lushly woven and has aromas and flavors of pear, pineapple and peach. The fruit is rich but not overly sweet, and sports accents of cinnamon and allspice. This balanced, medium-weight wine finishes long and easy with a nice nuttiness. Top Value.",,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,La Crema
,White,US,"Another solid effort from Mondavi, the 1998 reserve shows fine structure and an attractive spectrum of citrus, peach, crème brulée and nut aromas and flavors that work in lovely harmony.  It's full but not heavy, and balances fruit and acidity, sweetness and tartness, and light and full elements. The positive fruit, style and restraint are notable.",Reserve,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Robert Mondavi
13.5,White,US,"Intriguing Asian spice, peanut brittle, pineapple and butter cream aromas comprise the bouquet of this round, well-integrated wine from Sonoma County's tiny Green Valley appellation. Everything flows smoothly into the lingering pineapple, butterscotch, pear and apple flavors in the finish. Top Value.",Cuvée Joy,30,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1997 Cuvée Joy Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-cuvee-joy-chardonnay-green-valley-10074/,Chardonnay,1997,Iron Horse
14.5,White,US,"The graceful, subtle nose of pears, apples and hazelnuts don't prepare you for the richness of this old-guard Napa producer's 1999 offering. A full and intense palate of toast, honey, spice and pineapple comes on strong. The flavors are supported by bright acidity, and they linger on the long and lively finish.",,40,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,El Molino 1999 Chardonnay (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/el-molino-1999-chardonnay-napa-rutherford/,Chardonnay,1999,El Molino
14.3,White,US,"Butter and vanilla wrap around tropical fruit and citrus flavors on the full nose. Baked apples, crème caramel and abundant new oak merge to provide this chard with a slightly viscous, buttery texture. Its rich butter and oak may be a bit too much for some. The tangy finish is long and tasty.",Reserve,59,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harrison 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harrison-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Harrison
,White,Germany,"This fruit-forward, honeyed wine is irresistably drinkable. Has pronounced aromas of baked custard and creme caramel and wildflowers at their scented peak, and drinks vibrantly fruity and rich. Beautiful acidity creates balance.",Kaseler Nies'chen Spätlese,12,89,Mosel-Saar-Ruwer,,,Von Beulwitz 1999 Kaseler Nies'chen Spätlese Riesling (Mosel-Saar-Ruwer),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-beulwitz-1999-kaseler-nieschen-spatlese-riesling-mosel-saar-ruwer/,Riesling,1999,Von Beulwitz
,Red,US,"Right now, the fruit emphasizes cassis; with time, some blueberries and cherries will emerge. It's still a tight young pup, closed and a bit stand-offish, but the layers of licorice and fruit, hints of earth and wood, and overall structural balance suggest lovely development ahead. The finish is just a little light.",Seven Hills Vineyard,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1998 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Seven Hills
,White,US,"Wineglass Cellars is a boutique producer whose focus has been on red wines; this, notes winemaker David Lowe, is their first Chardonnay that's “serious.” It takes the crisp structure of Washington fruit and adds a healthy dose of new oak, giving it plenty of toast, spice and vanilla. It's a winning combination, and sure to please. Just 277 cases made. Best Buy.",,13,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1999 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1999,Wineglass Cellars
12,Sparkling,France,"This is a pretty, rose-colored wine, with an earthy scent of barnyard and light cherry fruit. The flavors emphasize the tartness of cherries with a fair bit of earthiness in the finish. This is good, plain, quaffable rosé, but tart and one-dimensional.",Cuvée Brut Rosé,34,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Devaux NV Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devaux-nv-cuvee-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Devaux
13.5,Red,US,"Here is a classic Klipsun nose, scented with dark streaks of metal and earth. The dark, mineral notes are not yet integrated with the fruit, which is high-toned and earthy, with some barnyard flavors. The tannins are rough and rustic, and give the impression that the wine needs more time to smooth out.",Klipsun Vineyard,29,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wilridge 1998 Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-1998-klipsun-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1998,Wilridge
13,Red,Australia,"This solid mainstream offering sports plenty of cherry and tart berry aromas and flavors wrapped in a toasty cocoon. Medium weight, with an even mouthfeel, it has a spicy almost lemony element and a touch of licorice on the finish. Drink now.",Yellow Label,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 1999 Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-1999-yellow-label-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Wolf Blass
,White,US,"Pear, lemon, butter and petrol aromas open to a mouthful of understated pear flavors. The full palate balances weight with fairly high acidity. More oak is evident on the finish than on the palate, and it closes with notes of spicy wood and oranges. Drink now.",,12,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1998 Pinot Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1998-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Lockwood
14,Red,US,"This young wine needs time in a decanter or vigorous swirling in the glass to dissipate some residual sulfur aromas, but it comes around to reveal lean black-cherry fruit accented by slightly bitter wood. It's better than it sounds and would make for a decent bar pour or airline offering.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Canyon Road
,Red,Spain,"The bouquet of dried cherries, plums, prunes and tobacco opens to a palate of dense fruit that's dry and structured. This wine is big, but even textured and not heavy. Shows finely focused fruit and good grip. The dark fruit flavors add spice accents on the long finish. Cellar Selection.",Rioja Gran Reserva,75,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campillo 1991 Rioja Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campillo-1991-rioja-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1991,Campillo
,White,New Zealand,"Oily and showing good varietal character in its rose-petal and lychee aromas. Tastes more pear-like, with loads of musk and spice that give it an exotic, perfumed character that persists through the long finish.",,,90,Central Otago,,,Peregrine 1999 Gewürztraminer (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peregrine-1999-gewurztraminer-central-otago/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Peregrine
,White,New Zealand,"A slightly botrytized Riesling that's not available in the U.S., thanks to BATF regulations regarding permissible levels of volatile acidity. That said, I didn't find the VA objectionable in this or many other Kiwi dessert wines. Light apricot accents the ripe pineapple fruit. Richly viscous in the mouth, much like a good Alsatian vendages tardives.",Reka,,90,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Reka Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-reka-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Kim Crawford
,White,New Zealand,"The blend of this proprietary wine can vary from year to year, but in 1999 it's all Chardonnay. The honeyed peach and pear fruit is oaky, but not over the top, as the wine's vibrant acidity holds everything together.",Pia,30,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Kim Crawford 1999 Pia Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1999-pia-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Kim Crawford
,White,New Zealand,"Very fragrant, loaded with toasty, crème brûlée aromas and followed by oranges, vanilla and custard. A big, ripe wine with some oatmeal character that finishes spicy and complex.",Barrel Fermented,34,90,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 1999 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-1999-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,1999,Felton Road
,Red,Spain,"Nose of ripe spicy fruit with tobacco and earth accents. Similar full, chewy flavors ride the plush mouthfeel. The long finish is dense and dark.",Rioja Reserva,24,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Campillo 1995 Rioja Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campillo-1995-rioja-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Campillo
14.5,Red,US,"Well-made and fancy, this wine is elegant, rather than a blockbuster. They didn't go for enough extract to choke a horse, so the wine is light and airy on the palate, but by no means simple. There's plenty of currant and blackberry fruit and oak. It's a “feminine” wine; not the kind that wins blind tastings, but a food wine you drink with delight. Editors' Choice.",,18,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Buena Vista
,Red,New Zealand,"Despite 60% new oak, the first thing you notice about this wine is its gorgeously pure black-cherry fruit. Sure, there's a hint of toast and cedar, but the size and weight comes from ripe fruit and skilled winemaking, not cooperage. Low acidity and soft tannins make this easy to drink now but it should easily last 5–7 years.",Block 3,70,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 1999 Block 3 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-1999-block-3-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,1999,Felton Road
,White,New Zealand,"A rich, toasty, buttery Chardonnay, filled with aromas and flavors of baked golden-delicious apple, which somehow manages to retain a sense of balance. The thick mouthfeel seems to last into the lingering finish.",Roseland,27,90,Central Otago,,,Goldwater 1999 Roseland Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-1999-roseland-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,1999,Goldwater
,White,New Zealand,"A dry, steely Riesling that demands time in the cellar. Aromas of lime, with a hint of peach; assertive lime-citrus finish. Displays great depth and intensity, possibly due to the relatively low (by New Zealand standards) yields of 2.5 tons per acre.",,18,90,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 2000 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-2000-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Isabel Estate
,Red,Italy,"Plenty of leather, cassis, plum and tobacco aromas show on the nose of this 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wine. The full palate has full, dark berry Cabernet flavors and pronounced tobacco-herb-earth shadings. Has depth and character, but also shows a slightly rustic feel with full tannins, espresso flavors, herb and bell pepper notes on the finish. Best held until 2004.",Cortaccio,50,90,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Villa Cafaggio 1997 Cortaccio Cabernet Sauvignon (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-1997-cortaccio-cabernet-sauvignon-tuscany/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Villa Cafaggio
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Corbans' top-of-the-line red is a big wine in the warm '98 vintage, filled with rich cassis and black-cherry fruit tinged with licorice and graham-cracker crumbs. Firm tannins on the finish are joined by intricate dried-herb shadings. Editors' Choice.",Winemaker's Cottage Block,22,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Corbans 1998 Winemaker's Cottage Block Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbans-1998-winemakers-cottage-block-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Corbans
13.5,White,US,"Made with fully ripened grapes, this is a lush, complex, thoroughly enjoyable wine. It's fairly dry by California standards, but offers up masses of sweet fruit and oak extract. The balance is especially nice; all parts are in harmony. Editors' Choice.",Starmont,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Starmont Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-starmont-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Merryvale
13.5,White,US,"Comes down on the lemony side, but not aggressively so. The citrus is balanced with creamy, oaky, herbal notes that soften and add complexity. Dry, with a great deal of lemon-and-lime extract, slightly soft, but very elegant. This is a stylish wine, exceptionally well balanced, and one of the better Sauvignon Blancs of the vintage.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,Red,US,"Basically a Bordeaux blend with a little Sangiovese added, this wine offers up aromas of oak and vanilla, blackberry and cassis, spiced plums, and a chocolate malt note. Drinks rich and dense, with tremendous extract of blackberry liqueur. It's an ager, with sizable tannins. From Llano Estacado.",Noble Cepage,32,90,Texas,Texas,,Viviano 1997 Noble Cepage Red (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viviano-1997-noble-cepage-red-texas/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Viviano
,White,New Zealand,"Almost seems creamy, perhaps because half of the juice was fermented in neutral barrels. Grapefruits, green plums and a pinch of black pepper lead into a long, broad finish.",Single Vineyard,23,90,Awatere Valley,,,Vavasour 1999 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-1999-single-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-awatere-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Vavasour
,White,US,"They call this their Alsatian-style wine, and indeed, it contains smaller amounts of Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Sylvaner. This explains the pretty flavors, which range from citrus and straw through flowers and lusher spices and fruits. Yet it's very dry and crisp and finishes tart and racy. Editors' Choice.",Cuvee Natalie,15,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 1999 Cuvee Natalie Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-1999-cuvee-natalie-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Brander
,Dessert,New Zealand,"The proprietors spray the vines with water to encourage botrytis formation, then turn off the water and let nature take its course. The result is a fabulously rich dessert Riesling, full of dried apricots and tangerines. There's a musky, spicy character too, and a strong undercurrent of acidity keep sit from being cloying.",Reserve Botrytised,58,90,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 1998 Reserve Botrytised Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-1998-reserve-botrytised-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1998,Wairau River
,Red,New Zealand,"Complex aromas of cedar, smoke and cassis set the stage for what should be a long-lived wine. Structure is provided by juicy acidity and firm, yet ripe, tannins. Good now; better in four years.",Ararimu,44,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1998 Ararimu Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1998-ararimu-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Matua Valley
,White,New Zealand,"The wine that made Marlborough famous continues to impress, vintage after vintage. Ripe gooseberries and a hint of grapefruit flow through the broad midpalate into a long, lime-tinged finish. Rich enough to pair with sauced fish dishes, yet bright enough to go with simpler preparations as well. Editors' Choice.",,24,90,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Cloudy Bay
,Red,US,"The deep, dark red color and richly ripe fruit and berry aromas tell you just how fine the grapes got in this wonderful vintage. The essence of plums and blackberries jumps out of the glass. Full and rich; those who think Monterey can't ripen a Bordeaux varietal just might be surprised. Yes, it's a little soft, and don't look for rich, complex tannins like you find in the North Coast. But this is a deeply satisfying, serious red wine.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Baywood 1997 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baywood-1997-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1997,Baywood
,White,New Zealand,"A structured and intense Chardonnay that should improve over the next few years, it's tight at first but opens with air. Pear and guava are set off by toast and menthol, which turn into lightly toasted hazelnuts on the extended finish.",Rifleman's,36,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1999 Rifleman's Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1999-riflemans-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Sacred Hill
,White,New Zealand,"This comes from older vines than Selaks' regular bottling, and it shows in the wine's greater intensity. Peach and melon flavors caress the palate, and a bright zing of jalapeño keeps the finish lively and focused.",Drylands,18,90,Marlborough,,,Selaks 2000 Drylands Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-2000-drylands-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Selaks
,Red,US,"What a great color on this ripe, full-flavored wine. It opens with heaps of blackberry and green olive aromas and moderate smoky oak. In the mouth, it has good berry extract, and is most notable for its dry, elegant harmony. Finishes syrupy.",Celler Select,18,90,Texas,Texas,,Llano Estacado 1998 Celler Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llano-estacado-1998-celler-select-cabernet-sauvignon-texas/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Llano Estacado
,White,New Zealand,"Light toast notes over pears, framed by citrusy acidity. The lemon-and-lime flavors come to the fore on the elegant finish, prolonging it. Not a fruity blockbuster; rather a model of restraint and class.",,23,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1999 Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1999-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,1999,Kumeu River
,White,New Zealand,"A nice counterpoint to Selaks' Drylands bottling, this one is aged in oak, giving it a creamy texture and toast accents. The melony fruit carries through the lingering finish, accented by subtle herb notes.",Founders Reserve,,90,Marlborough,,,Selaks 1998 Founders Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-1998-founders-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Selaks
,Red,New Zealand,There's an herbaceous streak to this wine but it's more than compensated for by black-cherry fruit and exciting smoked meat aromas that kept me going back for another sniff. Supple and ready to drink now and over the next few years.,,30,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1999 Pinot Noir (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1999-pinot-noir-kumeu/,Pinot Noir,1999,Kumeu River
,Red,New Zealand,"In a hot vintage like 1998, Kumeu's proprietary blend of Merlot (65%), Malbec (30%) and Cabernet Franc (5%) gets ripe enough to avoid any suggestion of weediness. Strong cinnamon notes from new oak complement plush black-cherry fruit. Anise and leather nuances spice up the finish.",Melba,23,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1998 Melba Red (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1998-melba-red-kumeu/,Red Blend,1998,Kumeu River
,White,New Zealand,"Steer clear of this one if you like your Sauvignons done in stainless. This one is 100% barrel fermented, yielding some toasty, smoky aromas that blend well with the forceful tropical fruit flavors. There's guava and pineapple, smoke and menthol on the long finish.",Sauvage,32,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1998 Sauvage Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1998-sauvage-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Sacred Hill
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty, with menthol overtones from French oak (50% new), but the new wood is well balanced by intensely musky pear fruit. The long finish shows off complex nuances of oatmeal, lees and hazelnuts.",Swamp Reserve,26,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Coopers Creek 1998 Swamp Reserve Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-1998-swamp-reserve-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1998,Coopers Creek
13.9,White,US,"Too bad some people have eyes only for Chardonnay, when a wonderful dry white wine like this is available. Made from the “Musque” clone and farmed by the family that owns Flora Springs, it veers toward citrus fruits and a pleasant splash of buttery, honeyed toast. Elegant and limpid in the mouth. Editors' Choice.",,18,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Liparita 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Liparita
,White,New Zealand,"Wow. Ripe pears, peaches and nectarines cascade over the palate. Despite the suggestion of sweet, luscious fruit, this wine is dry, with a long, lime and pineapple finish. This is world-class dry Riesling. Editors' Choice.",Dry,21,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2000 Dry Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2000-dry-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2000,Felton Road
,White,New Zealand,"Don't look for subtlety here. This is a lush, lusty offering that's loaded with coconut and toast from American oak upfront, but also oozes with oranges and mangoes. Drink this one young to enjoy its plump exuberance.",Tietjen,20,91,Gisborne,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Tietjen Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-tietjen-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2000,Kim Crawford
,Red,Italy,"Older vines from the named vineyard provide the fruit for this 100% Sangiovese, barrique-aged Super Tuscan. The cherry, tart-berry and chocolate aromas pick up vibrant licorice accents as they blossom into full flavors on the palate. The already svelte mouthfeel should only improve, as the still substantial, firm tannins on the cocoa-tinged finish resolve. Hold for three years; drink 2004–2010.",San Martino,50,91,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Villa Cafaggio 1997 San Martino Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-1997-san-martino-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,1997,Villa Cafaggio
,Red,New Zealand,"A big, rich, structured wine, with cola and rosemary notes that give nuance to the strong black-cherry aromas and flavors. With its plentiful but ripe tannins, it could use a couple years' of cellaring before being ready for primetime.",Block 5,80,91,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 1999 Block 5 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-1999-block-5-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,1999,Felton Road
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"This top-of-the-line offering from Te Awa Farm displays extraordinary richness and complexity. The aromas of dried spices (cinnamon and clove), cocoa, mocha and black cherries slide gracefully into a multilayered palate that caresses the mouth. Can be drunk now, but has the structure to age up to 10 years.",Boundary,23,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 1998 Boundary Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-1998-boundary-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Te Awa Farm
14,Red,New Zealand,"Intense and extracted, this wine has strong cola, chocolate, black-cherry, cinnamon and peppermint aromas that border on eccentric and over-the-top, yet somehow stay in balance. Good acidity provides a foil against which the rich flavors play, and persists well through the long, softly tannic finish. Drink now and over the next few years; there's no telling how it will age.",,39,91,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 1999 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-1999-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,1999,Pegasus Bay
,White,US,"From a venerable Burgundian producer comes this earthy, spicy wine, with a body and texture that are unctuous and creamy. There's a whole fruit basket here, with everything from green apples to peaches to tropical fruit. What's harder to express is the wine's power to satisfy. Rich and lush, it swings for the bleachers and just misses, but it's a solid triple. Editors' Choice.",Mariage,20,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 1999 Mariage Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-1999-mariage-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Martin Ray
13.7,White,US,"Ripe and racy, this single-vineyard wine has lots of sweet lime, white peach and kiwi aromas and flavors on top of a steely framework of crisp acidity. Oak adds buttery, creamy notes. A rich, complex combination.",Block Collection Ricci Vnyd.,20,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Geyser Peak 1999 Block Collection Ricci Vnyd. Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-block-collection-ricci-vnyd-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1999,Geyser Peak
,Red,Spain,"Deep, sweet dark-cherry fruit forms a solid foundation for this impressive wine. There's a touch of menthol oak on the nose; plenty of leather and earth accents in the mouth, coupled with good acidity, keep the palate complex and lively. Finishes long, with full—but not harsh—tannins. Editors' Choice.",Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva,26,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1994 Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1994-i-rioja-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Bodegas Faustino
,Red,Spain,"Beautifully balanced, this shows all the positive attributes of mature Rioja. Though 30 years old, it is still very alive, with deep sweet fruit that wears tobacco and meat accents. Anise accents the ultrasmooth palate. Full of complex flavors, with a lingering finish.",Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva,125,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1970 Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1970-i-rioja-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1970,Bodegas Faustino
12.5,Dessert,New Zealand,"All Sauvignon Blanc, and it shows in aromas of gooseberries, passion fruit and chili peppers. This intensely sweet and honeyed wine also blends in an array of apricot-botrytis flavors. This is a wine that tastes great now and should also age gracefully.",Noble Sauvage,35,92,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 1999 Noble Sauvage Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-1999-noble-sauvage-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Isabel Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"This 100% Merlot is packed with black cherries, lusciously ripe and silky in the mouth. Black-tea notes on the finish hint at the complexities to be gained with bottle age. Try after 2003.",Broken Stone,40,92,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1998 Broken Stone Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1998-broken-stone-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1998,Sacred Hill
,Red,New Zealand,"Price aside, this is an outstanding effort in need of several years' cellaring. SMoky, meaty aromas open into cherry-berry fruit. Rich and full on the palate, it closes with a long dusty finish. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2015.",EV,80,92,Hawke's Bay,,,Sileni 1998 EV Merlot-Cabernet Franc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sileni-1998-ev-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-franc-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Franc,1998,Sileni
,White,New Zealand,"Smokier and toastier than Kumeu's regular Chardonnay, the fruit is also dialed up, with ripe pears, peaches and even orange blossoms. The long, citrusy finish leaves you searching for another pour. Should be long-lived as well.",Mate's Vineyard,33,92,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1999 Mate's Vineyard Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1999-mates-vineyard-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,1999,Kumeu River
,Dessert,New Zealand,"Intense dried-apricot aromas and flavors indicate a high degree of botrytis, which would be overwhelming except for the trademark New Zealand acidity. Despite the heavy botrytis and sweet mango fruit, a sharp lime-citrus edge cuts through the richness, suggesting that cellaring 3–5 years is possible.",Late Harvest,29,93,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 1999 Late Harvest Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-1999-late-harvest-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,1999,Martinborough Vineyard
,Red,Spain,"With its dried-cherry and rose-petal aromas and flavors, this beautiful, mature red is every bit the equivalent of a fine, older Bordeaux or Burgundy. Cumin and cinnamon show on the palate and the refined finish is lovely, with anise and white pepper accents.",Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva,185,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1964 Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1964-i-rioja-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1964,Bodegas Faustino
12,Sparkling,US,"Foxy, animal aromas begin your experience with this bubbly. It's rough and fruity, with a dose of sugar. It has a low price going for it, but most wine enthusiasts won't find much to like here.",Extra Dry,10,80,New York,New York Other,New York,Great Western NV Extra Dry  (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/great-western-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Great Western
9,Sparkling,US,"This is a sweet, simple sparkling wine made from 60% Chenin Blanc and 40% Chardonnay. It has a lemon/citrus nose, with some soapy scents that carry through in the flavor. The big bubbles and sugary mouthfeel suggest that it was made by the charmat process; in any event, it's a bubbly best suited for mixing with orange juice or something tart like cranberry juice, and served as a Sunday morning spirit-lifter.",Spumante,8,81,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle NV Spumante  (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-nv-spumante-sparkling-idaho/,Champagne Blend,,Ste. Chapelle
,White,France,"Big, fat rather clumsy wine, heavy and brash. The wine lacks structure and goes for broad strokes. Drink now.",Grenouilles,,81,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Raoul Gautherin et Fils 1998 Grenouilles  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-raoul-gautherin-fils-1998-grenouilles-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1998,Domaine Raoul Gautherin et Fils
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Peach and smoke aromas open this dry bubbly, but these pretty notes are marred by a soapy element. It's fairly dry, with faintly peachy flavors, intense mineral and even slightly medicinal accents.",Brut Saten,30,81,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Monte Rossa NV Brut Saten  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-rossa-nv-brut-saten-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,,Monte Rossa
,White,Australia,"The label on this wine says “unwooded Chardonnay,” and in this case that seems to be part of the problem. This is a case of just too little fruit—the wine could certainly use some wood for texture, even flavor. There's a taut framework, but there's not much on it.",,11,82,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,David Wynn 1999 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-wynn-1999-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,David Wynn
,Red,US,"Shadow Hill is a budget brand entry from Corus Brands, best known for their flagship Columbia winery. This lightweight Merlot has some simple, tomato-flavored fruit, watery acids and a quick finish. It's clean and correct, but rather dull.",,11,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Shadow Hill 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadow-hill-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Shadow Hill
14,Red,US,"You get mostly cedar and charred oak at first, with hints of cherries and mocha. This is one affordable Merlot that doesn't lack for structure—it's just that the structure seems largely wood-derived, leaving insufficient fruit flesh to fill in the gaps.",,17,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1998 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Geyser Peak
8,Sparkling,US,"The candied aromas here smell like fruity Jello, with a dusting of cocoa. Drinks the same way, with fairly sweet, fruit, chocolate and vanilla flavors. It's clean and very easy drinking.",Classic,8,83,California,California Other,California,Motif NV Classic  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motif-nv-classic-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Motif
14,Red,Australia,"The deep ruby/black color prepares us for more in this wine but it just doesn't come. There is little fruit on the nose, and mouth-searing tannins that just don't let up dominate the palate and finish.",,16,83,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Black Opal 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-1998-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Black Opal
12,Sparkling,US,"Though labeled Champagne, it is in fact a sparkling wine made in the Champagne method (fermented in the bottle). Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc are the grapes, and the wine has effusive, yeasty bubbles, a spicy/steely aroma and good balance. There is a bit of a hole in the flavor, which starts and finishes well but falls off in midpalate.",Blanc de Blancs,25,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Château Frank 1995 Blanc de Blancs  (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-frank-1995-blanc-blancs-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,1995,Château Frank
13,Red,Australia,"There isn't much depth here,  and the cassis flavor has a chemical aspect to it. The structure, however, is fine and the finish long. It's a lightweight but shouldn't be difficult to enjoy with some roast beef.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,McPherson Wine Company
12,Red,Australia,"After the fairly hearty sulfur on the nose blows off, the berry and chocolate aromas and flavors here are light and wear a lot of wood for the weight of the fruit. There's decent mouthfeel and some woody tannins on the back end of this simple quaffer.",,8,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Alice White
12.5,Red,US,"Light berry and cherry aromas pick up hints of rhubarb and tea, then green-berry and sour-cherry flavors kick in on the palate. It's light and a bit lean but flavorful, and the price is right.",Reserve,7,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 1998 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-1998-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Glen Ellen
12.5,White,Australia,"Apple, pear and oak aromas and flavors prevail in this simple but not unattractive blend from several regions. Good acidity and a round mouthfeel help it along. Good for poolside or hors d'oeuvres.",Nottage Hill,7,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Hardys 2000 Nottage Hill Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-2000-nottage-hill-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Hardys
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a wine that just cannot overcome the limitations of the vintage. They tried for extract and gave it some pretty oak but nonetheless herbal, bell pepper characteristics overshadow its modest berry fruit.",,23,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Sterling
13.5,Red,Australia,"This light- to medium-weight wine features a bouquet of berry and earth aromas and mature Cabernet flavors. The wood doesn't overwhelm, but the mouthfeel is slightly prickly and astringent, and the fruit doesn't really sing. Closes with mild tobacco notes.",Bin 444,12,83,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 1997 Bin 444 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-1997-bin-444-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Wyndham Estate
13,Red,US,"A drinkable Merlot at this price is noteworthy; this one, with its aromas of berries, toast and herbs—even tomatoes—will make lots of friends. Tart cherry-berry fruit and earth is smooth on the palate and blends in some tea notes on the abbreviated finish. Best Buy.",Special Selection,8,84,California,California Other,California,Stone Creek 1998 Special Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-creek-1998-special-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Stone Creek
12.5,Red,US,"Begins with aromas of plums and blackberries and coffee, with very spicy, dusty notes. The flavors are rich and fruity, with an earthy, almost rough edge, and some green accents. Tannins turn sharp on the finish.",Reserve,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Ridge 1997 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1997-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Napa Ridge
8.5,Sparkling,US,"Forward, emphatic aromas of candied peaches, raspberry jam, vanilla and smoke turn overtly sweet in the mouth. There's plenty of ripe, jammy fruit, and  just enough acidity to keep it from being overly mushy. The finish is clean.",Spumante,7,84,California,California Other,California,Cook's NV Spumante  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-nv-spumante-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Cook's
14.1,Red,US,Savory dried herbs accent the otherwise soft and simple black cherries that dominate this wine. Closes with some sweet cola and chocolate notes. A solid by-the-glass offering.,,17,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1998 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1998-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Clos du Bois
14,Red,US,"Aromas of toast and cedar blend in a little mint over black cherries. This wine has pretty flavors of cherries, cedar, bitter chocolate and tea, but possesses a certain austerity and restraint. Finishes with some dry tannins; you could age this wine, but you'd be taking a chance—much better to enjoy it now.",Proprietor Grown,22,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hanna 1997 Proprietor Grown Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1997-proprietor-grown-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Hanna
,White,France,"Tropical, honeyed fruit on the nose. Sweet, but rather dilute fruit. A pleasant, easy wine, with wood flavors. Soft aftertaste.",,,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Gerard Tremblay 1998  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gerard-tremblay-1998-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1998,Domaine Gerard Tremblay
13.7,Red,Chile,"Smells sharp and green, as though the grapes had been pushed into overproduction. Yet there are pretty blackcurrant flavors and richness in the mouth of this dry, balanced wine. The texture is nice and velvety smooth.",Reserve,8,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Calina 2000 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2000-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Calina
12.5,Red,Australia,"This simple Cabernet opens with berry and tobacco aromas. There's a sweet and sour quality to the fruit, like stewed cherries and rhubarb. It's light and easy on the palate. All in all, a decent straightforward quaff.",,7,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Alice White
11.5,Sparkling,US,"This straightforward sparkler has a hay and lemon nose. The flavors are fruity but not cloying, and turn drier on the finish. The creamy texture and soft fizziness of this likeable bubbly hit all the right notes for mass appeal, including a lively, jazzy bottle.",Collector's Series Brut,7,84,California,California Other,California,Cook's 2000 Collector's Series Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-2000-collectors-series-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,2000,Cook's
13,Red,Chile,"The red-berry aromas and flavors suffer from a tinge of bell peppers. The herb accents, decent fruit-to-acid balance and nice earthiness on the finish are all positive, but the vegetal cast keeps this otherwise solid wine from being more than good.",Reserva,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1999 Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1999-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Château La Joya
14,Red,Chile,"Here's an everyday wine with pretty flavors of cherries and herbs. It's nicely dry and balanced, with soft but detailed tannins. Finishes with an elegant fruitiness. At this price, it's a bargain.",,8,84,Rapel Valley,,,Caliterra 2000 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-2000-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,2000,Caliterra
14,White,Australia,"Tropical fruit and tangy lemon aromas and flavors are nearly buried under dense oak here, but when they peek through they are bright and pleasing. The acids are sharp, but in here they seem to help the fruit cut through the wood veneer. Good, but a lighter hand letting the fruit shine more would be even better.",,12,84,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Tatachilla 1998 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1998-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,1998,Tatachilla
15,Red,US,"A heavy cloak of oak can't hide the high alcohol level (15%). Sure, the alcohol provides weight and texture, but also heat on the finish. The black cherry and black pepper flavors need some time to smooth the rough edges, but then the alcohol will likely become more prominent. Drink young for its rustic ebullience, with rare beef to help tame the tannins.",,35,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Galleron Laine 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galleron-laine-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Galleron Laine
13,White,Chile,"This basic Chardonnay has a muted apple-earth nose and shows some tangy green apple flavors on the palate. The crisp acid spine keeps it lean, but it's even, not sharp—reminiscent of a decent Mâcon. Finishes with mild spices and moderate length.",Reserva,10,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Château La Joya
13.5,Red,US,"A young wine that smells and tastes as though it leapt from the fermenter to the glass. It's packed with jammy, ripe fruit and the high acidity that usually accompanies it. Juicy and thick, it's almost rude in its impertinence. But it's fun, and the price is right. Best Buy.",,9,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Salmon Harbor 1999 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-harbor-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Salmon Harbor
13.9,Red,US,"Roasted coffee aromas are tinged with cedar and cassis, but this is not a fruity wine by any measure. Instead, the focus is on damp earth and humus; the fruit and coffee notes are accents to the earthy whole. Tannins are firm and may outlast the modest fruit, so drink soon for its unconventional charm.",,28,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Longoria 1998 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1998-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,1998,Longoria
12.5,Red,US,"Lemberger is a soft, rustic, grapey red wine that has long been a favorite of Washington winemakers. It's prolific, undemanding and reliable, and can make for a fine, juicy bottle that's just perfect for picnicking. This is one such wine; the bright fruit has enough acid to keep it from feeling flabby, and if you chill it and pack it on your next picnic, you'll be happy. Best Buy.",,7,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1999 Lemberger (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1999-other-red-lemberger-columbia-valley-yakima/,Lemberger,1999,Covey Run
13.7,Red,Chile,"There's a sharp, green, minty aroma along with riper notes of blackberries, and the wine drinks fruity and simple, but with some real richness. Structurally, the acids, tannins, and alcohol are in good balance. Another affordable winner from Chile.",Reserve,8,85,Maule Valley,,,Calina 2000 Reserve Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-2000-reserve-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,2000,Calina
13.5,White,Australia,"Aromas and flavors of pear and lemon. Neither fat nor flamboyant, it has appeal because of its poise and restraint—adjectives formerly not often associated with Australian Chardonnay. A fine choice for light foods or just to sip on its own.",,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Barossa Valley Estate 2000 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-2000-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2000,Barossa Valley Estate
13,Red,Australia,"Dominated by blackberry notes, this is an easy rider that you can enjoy any night. The tannins are soft, the mouthfeel smooth and the finish long. Enjoy it with some pasta. Best Buy.",,7,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Yellow Tail
13,White,Chile,"Fairly rich and full, this wine offers good texture and ripe citrus, pineapple and herb aromas. There is a sour lemon-drop quality to the flavors, but they are neither unpleasantly tart, nor candy sweet. Good acidity provides lift and a fresh tang.",Reserva,10,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 2000 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-2000-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-colchagua-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Château La Joya
13.6,Red,US,"Starts off with herbaceous aromas, including mint, but plenty of swirling releases riper ones of black cherries and cocoa. There's a pretty texture, with soft but firm tannins and soft acidity. It's not especially fruity, but it's sleek and elegant, and rich foods will certainly wake up some of its sleeping sweetness.",Block Collection - Shorenstein Vineyard,26,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Block Collection - Shorenstein Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-block-collection-shorenstein-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1998,Geyser Peak
13.5,Red,Chile,"Red and black wild berry aromas mingle with sharper notes of herbs and slightly green ones. The berry flavors are lean, framed by well-crafted tannins and scored by good acidity. Finishes dry and and tart.",El Ceibo Estate - Estate,10,85,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 El Ceibo Estate - Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-el-ceibo-estate-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Errazuriz
13.5,Red,US,"The initial aromas of barrel-aging cellar—sweet, dusty wood mixed with plummy, grapey fruit—give way to flavors of black cherries and toast that extend through the supple finish.",Barrel Select,13,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fetzer 1998 Barrel Select Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-barrel-select-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Fetzer
13.5,White,Australia,"Tropical fruits start this one off and on the palate, toasted oak and butterscotch join in. The structure is solid and the acid just right. This is a clean, decent Chardonnay.",,8,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Bulletin Place 1999 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-1999-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Bulletin Place
13,Red,US,"Hogue's low-cost red is a roughly 50/50 blend, with surprising ripeness and sweetness for a wine in this price range. There's just a bit of the bell pepper quality of inexpensive Washington Cabernet, but not enough to be off-putting. The wine is reasonably ripe, full and well-balanced, with fruit, acids and tannins in equal proportion.",,10,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Hogue
13,Red,US,"Dusty and earthy, with aromas of slightly raisined fruit, chocolate and a hint of fresh herbs. The modest dark berry fruit is overwhelmed on the palate by strong earth flavors, but the mouthfeel is generous and smooth. Best Buy.",Woodbridge Ranch,10,85,California,California Other,California,Paradis 1997 Woodbridge Ranch Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradis-1997-woodbridge-ranch-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Paradis
13,Red,US,"This is what might be called old-style Washington Cabernet. The fruit is mixed liberally with bell pepper and dill; there is plenty of tannin and a distinctly earthy aroma of the barnyard that carries well into the finish. For some, it will be pleasantly reminiscent of cru Bourgeois Bordeaux.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Preston
14.1,Red,US,"Strong espresso aromas give way to smooth mocha and vanilla cream on the palate. Supple and almost pillowy, this is a drink-me-now wine that doesn't pretend to be anything more than a superficial charmer. A hint of alcohol shows through on the coffee-tinged finish, so drink young.",Garvey Family Vineyard,30,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Rocking Horse 1998 Garvey Family Vineyard Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocking-horse-1998-garvey-family-vineyard-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,1998,Rocking Horse
13.5,Red,US,"The Shadow Hill Cabernet is more successful than the Merlot; it carries identifiably Cabernet-like scents of cassis and earth, with some interesting mushroom smells as well. Don't expect the lush, ripe fruit of the high-priced juice; this is thin and hard and quite tannic, but well-made and a fair value.",,11,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Shadow Hill 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shadow-hill-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Shadow Hill
13.5,White,Australia,"This is a nice, easygoing Chardonnay. Apple with a touch of oak are the flavors. Crisp acidity and a creamy mouthfeel lead into a long finish. A seafood salad would make good company for this one.",,14,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Abbey Vale 1999 Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbey-vale-1999-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,1999,Abbey Vale
12.5,White,France,"This introduction to white Burgundy derives from sources in Puligny and Meursault. A bouquet of hay, earth, liqueur and even some green tobacco aromas opens to a palate of ripe pear and mineral flavors. Evenly textured, the wine is round but not fat. Finishes crisp and dry, with decent length. Drink now.",Les Sétilles,15,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Olivier Leflaive 1999 Les Sétilles  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1999-setilles-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,1999,Olivier Leflaive
,White,Chile,"Mildly nutty aromas open to a palate of dry apple and oak flavors. This Chardonnay is a comfortable weight—it's neither too light nor too fat. Closes with good length, and a touch of nuttiness and spicy oak.",Gran Reserva,10,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1999 Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1999-gran-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Château La Joya
12,White,US,"Columbia Crest always does a fine job with this budget grape. The accent is on green-apple and green-berry fruit, with suggestions of herb and spice filling in the flavor interest. It's a high acid, food-ready wine that will accompany a wide variety of shellfish, oily steakfish and some cream-sauced pastas.",,9,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1999,Columbia Crest
14,Red,US,"A woody wine that features a shell of toasty, cedary oak over a core of black-cherry fruit. The supple mouthful turns a little drying on the finish, just enough to cut through the fat of a well-marbled steak or roast.",,19,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 1997 Merlot (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1997-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Merlot,1997,Bonterra
14.3,Red,Australia,"A product of organic viticulture and American oak, the wine's scent and flavor are mainly blackberry with touches of chocolate, smoke and spice. The palate experience is good except for some unresolved coarse tannins. This is a solid Shiraz that needs just a little more time.",,28,86,Victoria,Bendigo,,Passing Clouds 1997 Shiraz (Bendigo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/passing-clouds-1997-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-bendigo/,Shiraz,1997,Passing Clouds
13,Red,Australia,"From the outset to the long finish, there's a lot to like in this sweet jammy Shiraz. Berry, cherry, chocolate and a touch of cassis abound. The structure is soft, the mouthfeel is even and joyous. A killer barbecue red, anything not too complicated on the grill would be a good match.",Bin 2000,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McGuigan 1999 Bin 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-1999-bin-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,McGuigan
13,White,Australia,"This starts off great with gobs of melon and other tropical fruits. The palate has refreshing acidity, a medium to full body and an unctuous mouthfeel. The close, however, comes too quickly.",Classic Reserve,9,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Angove's 2000 Classic Reserve Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-2000-classic-reserve-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2000,Angove's
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Shows yeasty, earthy, dusty aromas, with just a slight trace of fruit. There are also mild fruity flavors. It's slightly sweet as a semi-seco should be, but has adequate acidity and decent length finishing with some richness.",Semi Seco Reserva,9,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jaume Serra NV Semi Seco Reserva  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-nv-semi-seco-reserva-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Jaume Serra
13,Red,Australia,"Bright fruit, zesty acidity, and soft but adequate tannins mark this enjoyable wine. The aromas and flavors are jammy and young, suggesting heaps of newly picked blackberries. It's dry, and finishes a bit rough and strong. Might even improve with a year or two of age.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,2000,Rosemount
,White,France,"Spicy wood on the nose. Powerful, honeyed flavors. Richness and concentration, very soft but with a strong element of spice.",Vaudsir,,86,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Pascal Bouchard 1999 Vaudsir  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-pascal-bouchard-1999-vaudsir-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Pascal Bouchard
13,White,US,"Columbia Crest makes three Chardonnays, of which this is the least expensive. It boasts assertive, somewhat herbaceous aromas of peach and spice; the fruit is clean, forward and zesty. It displays a lot of character in a vivid style that showcases Washington's  intense fruit and lip-smacking acids.",,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Columbia Crest
14.1,Red,US,"The aromas are herbal, flirting dangerously with green pepper before eventually settling somewhere between oregano and tea. The juicy black cherries on the palate compensate somewhat, and the oak is understated. Best with herb-laced beef or lamb to help accentuate the fruit.",Vineyards of TreMonte,28,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1997 Vineyards of TreMonte Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1997-vineyards-tremonte-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Ferrari-Carano
13,White,Australia,"Mainstream Chardonnay has been a mainstay for this dependable and recently-merged-with-Southcorp family enterprise. The orange and mild tropical fruit bouquet has just a kiss of oak, and some mild spice notes enter on the palate. The even mouthfeel and just slightly tangy finish keep this lightly sweet and sour, round—but not mushy—wine right on target.",Estate Bottled,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 2000 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-2000-estate-bottled-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Rosemount
13.5,White,Australia,"A bright pear and cinnamon nose opens this attractive, medium-weight wine. The palate shows peach and pear flavors, supported by brisk—some might say sharp—acidity, but flabby it isn't. Shows good balance and a nice long spicy finish, where the oak comes on strong.",Barrel Fermented,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 2000 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-2000-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,2000,Wolf Blass
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty aromas of cherries, chocolate, and vanilla open into berry flavors that are balanced, rich and very dry, with some dusty tannins. Has a round elegance that's tableworthy.",Signature Series,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1998 Signature Series Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1998-signature-series-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Windsor
13.5,Red,US,"Smells sharp and weedy, with aromas of green stems and chlorophyll that are softened by a hint of blackberry. It's also a tannic wine, the kind that makes the tongue stick to the palate. Copious oak attempts to further soften the wine and adds a creamy lushness.",,25,86,California,North Coast,Solano County,St. Francis 1998 Merlot (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1998-merlot-north-coast-solano-county/,Merlot,1998,St. Francis
13.5,Red,US,"Preston releases their red wines relatively late, and the extra time in barrel and bottle softens the tannins, and gives the finished wines a rounded quality. This is a solid effort, true to varietal, with plummy fruit, good balance, and a nice chocolatey, toasty finish that has just a slight taste of bitter banana to it. Good, serviceable Merlot at a fair price.",,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Preston
13.5,Red,US,"Made in a lighter style, but pretty, with toasty oak aromas that enhance the cherry fruit. Expressive cherries and baking spices on the palate and delicate tannins on the finish make this a wine to enjoy over the near term.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Frog's Leap
13.9,Red,US,"Melange is Waterbrook's blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (41%), Merlot (32%), Sangiovese (14%) and Cabernet Franc (13%), and it's a lot of wine for the price. There's plenty of rich cassis/berry fruit, lots of toasty oak, and a beefy, firm weight to the wine that speaks of power. On the downside, there is some stemminess, tough tannins and a green flavor to the finish.",Mélange,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 1999 Mélange Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-1999-melange-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Red Blend,1999,Waterbrook
12.5,White,US,"There's plenty of peachy punch to this off-dry Riesling, fresh off the excellent 2000 vintage in the Columbia Valley. It's meant to be served chilled—a good idea, which emphasizes the acids and takes the sweet edge off. Flavors of orange candy dominate the finish.",,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,2000,Hogue
13.5,Red,US,"A warm microclimate means that reds from Carmel Valley are typically less herbal than those from other portions of Monterey. This wine boasts a nice mix of cedar and black cherries upfront before turning tough, with a bitter edge to the tannins on the finish. Drink it young, with food to tame its rough edges.",Heller Estate,26,86,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Durney 1998 Heller Estate Merlot (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durney-1998-heller-estate-merlot-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Merlot,1998,Durney
13.5,White,US,"The name honors one of the founders of the original winery, and the wine generally mixes buttery fruit with a blast of oak flavor. It's burly, bold and aggressive; subtlety is not its strong suit. But in this price range, for the oak-lover in the crowd, it's a great choice, ready to drink right now.",Woodburne Cuvée,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1999 Woodburne Cuvée Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1999-woodburne-cuvee-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Columbia Winery
14.1,Red,US,"Notes of chocolate, blackberry and plum, and a waft of French oak that adds vanilla and clove aromas. It's hard to imagine prettier tannins, at once soft and luxurious. Call it a fine example from a light vintage.",,31,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Stags' Leap Winery
,White,US,"This is a 50/50 blend, made in a fruity, forward style. It smells of green berries and pears, and has an edgy crispness that will set up nicely with food. The finish is a bit astringent, dusty, herbaceous, and suggests fresh spices and new-mown hay. The Chardonnay half of the equation adds some tart, green apple fruit.",,9,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,San Juan Vineyards 1999 Semillon-Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-juan-1999-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-other/,Semillon-Chardonnay,1999,San Juan Vineyards
13,White,France,"The well-defined bright lime and mineral aromas and light peach-pear flavors ride a fine acid backbone. Despite the crispness and mineral notes characteristic of this appellation, the mouthfeel is fairly full. Very approachable, with a clean, fresh finish. Tailor-made for shellfish and salads. Drink now–2003.",,17,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Olivier Leflaive 1999  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1999-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Olivier Leflaive
13,White,US,"This is a well-made, balanced effort with green apple fruit enhanced with hints of honey and allspice. Still quite young and tight, it is just beginning to soften up and show some nice toasted, roasted nuts in the finish. It isn't quite as intense as the Barrel Fermented Chardonnay from CSM; this is a slightly softer, more approachable wine.",Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1999 Canoe Ridge Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1999-canoe-ridge-estate-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13,Red,Chile,"This Cabernet has a lean profile and is Bordeaux-like in weight and texture, but there's lots of dark raspberry and tobacco aromas and flavors. Hints of mint and licorice add a touch of complexity. Finishes with a slight herbal note and even tannins.",Gran Reserva,15,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1998 Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1998-gran-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Château La Joya
13.9,Red,Australia,"Nicely built on a solid red fruit core, the berry, cherry and licorice aromas and flavors here wear a heavy wood cloak that holds the fruit in check a bit too much. It's hard not to feel that the full potential of the fruit has been stymied here. Still, the mouthfeel is good and it finishes with attractive, spicy dry cherry, anise and wood notes. Will appeal more to lovers of lavish oak.",Filsell,25,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1998 Filsell Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1998-filsell-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Grant Burge
12.5,White,US,"Hogue emphasizes the fruit in their white wines, and this lip-smacking Gewürz is a good example of their style. Forward, fresh and flavorful, its simple pleasures are easy to appreciate and enjoy. There's plenty of grapefruit and apricot fruit flavors, firm acids, and a tart, full finish. Best Buy.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 2000 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-2000-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Hogue
14.1,White,US,"A fig, herb and grapefruit bouquet sets the stage. The fig element becomes a more nut-like flavor on the palate and the wine has a round, slightly viscous texture, in the full style of the other Wattle Creek whites. Finishes dry, with just a hint of tartness.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wattle Creek 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-1999-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Wattle Creek
13,Red,Chile,"This is less refined than the Gran Reserva, but not less pleasurable, and it delivers a lot for the price. The dark berry, tobacco and spice aromas and flavors are solid. The palate shows nice texture, and full tannins mark the finish. This is a great barbeque red. Best Buy.",Reserva,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Château La Joya
,Sparkling,US,"Salmon pink in color, this starts with a burst of raspberry cream and vanilla aromas, and turns rich and creamy on the palate. Has pretty fruit flavors of raspberries and strawberries, it's drier than you expect, more fruity than sweet. Closes with an ultraclean finish.",Brut Rosé,13,87,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Rosé  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
13.5,Red,Australia,"Full, dark berry aromas and a slight mint note open this very friendly, ready-to-drink-tonight Shiraz. The supple mouthfeel, ripe blackberry/cassis flavor package and dark, toasty oak accents make this as much of a crowd-pleaser as its namesake. Not tremendously complex, but a real winner, this finishes long with very even tannins.",,17,87,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Greg Norman Estates 1998 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,1998,Greg Norman Estates
13.5,Red,US,"Hogue puts bright, black cherry fruit in the nose, even though the wine is still a bit tight in the glass. It's not a big or bold style, but a very well-made, one should say well-crafted, wine and a fine value. It shows good structure and true varietal flavors, with a pleasing finish and dark, toasty tannins.",Vineyard Selection,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Vineyard Selection Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-vineyard-selection-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Hogue
13.8,Red,US,"A solid effort that showcases chocolate and cherry flavors in a medium-bodied format. Not a lot of complexity here, but it's clean, well-made and satisfying, hitting all the right flavor buttons. Drink over the next few years.",,36,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,France,"Crisp aromas with beautiful clean fruit. Rich, soft and smooth on the palate with honey and citrus elements well balanced. Delicious, ripe finish.",Les Clos,,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Billaud-Simon 1999 Les Clos  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-billaud-simon-1999-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Billaud-Simon
12,Sparkling,France,"Devaux makes a yeasty, bubbly, straight-ahead style of Champagne. It's tart and tastes mostly of green apples, with just a faint hint of toast in the finish. There's nothing particularly distinctive here, but it is well-made, refreshing and crisp through a clean finish.",Grande Réserve Brut,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Devaux NV Grande Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/devaux-nv-grande-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Devaux
,Red,US,"A little more full-bodied than Royal Oaks's regular bottling, it also has black-cherry notes, but it's also earthier—and oakier, too—with currents of vanilla and dark chocolate. Still has a bite of acidity, which stings the palate, and demands food.",Westerly Vineyard,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1998 Westerly Vineyard Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1998-westerly-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1998,Royal Oaks
14.1,White,US,"Smooth apple-pear and buttery, toasty aromas open to like flavors. That fruit core is offset by mild mango accents and lots of spicy oak, which continue through the long finish. For fans of rich, oaky full-bodied Chardonnay.",,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wattle Creek 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Wattle Creek
13.9,White,US,"This medium-weight Sauvignon Blanc opens with citrus and mild vanilla aromas. Rich on the palate, it's 100% barrel fermented and contains 5% Chardonnay, but does not undergo malolactic fermentation. Its appealing blend of melon, grapefruit and fig flavors finishes with good length and more of the citrus/vanilla elements from the nose. Drink now.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Lockwood
13.8,White,US,"The apple, earth and mild tropical fruit aromas, good mouthfeel and apple-pear and caramel flavors are all right on target. Lockwood's largest volume bottling, this hits all the right notes. Toasty, spicy oak mingles with apple, spice and butterscotch on the close. Drink now.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Lockwood
13.2,Red,US,"Though it's an Oregon winery, the vineyard is in Washington's Columbia Valley. It's value-priced and soundly made, with ripe cherries leading off a chocolate and coffee nose. Dry, chalky tannins complete the picture, with plenty of spice and wood flavors behind soft cherry fruit. Best Buy.",Fries' Desert Wind Vineyard,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 1998 Fries' Desert Wind Vineyard Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1998-fries-desert-wind-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Duck Pond
13,Red,US,"Here is a surprisingly light effort, with soft plum-flavored fruit, and gentle accents of lively, peppery spice. There's a hint of asparagus flavor here too, and the finish drops off very quickly. This is an excellent vineyard, and one wonders if the wine is just at a rather unfortunate, awkward phase of its development.",Seven Hills,36,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 1999 Seven Hills Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1999-seven-hills-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Andrew Will
,Red,Australia,"A well made 50-50 blend, this is loaded with black fruit. Perfect balance, a velvety mouthfeel and a long finish are other attributes. Food-wise, prime rib would be just fine. Best Buy.",,7,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Alice White 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alice-white-2000-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,2000,Alice White
13.7,Red,US,"Some good fruit gives this wine a solid foundation. It's dark and rough, with black cherry and blackberry flavors, along with toasty coffee and some earthy ash. The tannins are on the rough and rugged side, and the wine has plenty of power. It finishes with hints of chocolate and tannin.",,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,E. B. Foote
13.5,Red,US,"There is an appealing, loose-knit openness to this wine, which is labeled Cabernet Sauvignon but includes 15% Merlot and some Cabernet Franc and Lemberger as well. Lemberger, you say!? Well, it adds a touch of grapey insouciance to the wine, which is fruity, forward, nicely balanced and easy to enjoy.",Vineyard Selection,16,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Vineyard Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-vineyard-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Hogue
,White,Germany,"Here's a racy Riesling that won't break your budget. Has everything you look for: pretty apple, peach, and honey aromas, with a distinct trace of sun-warmed slate, and long, rich, fruity, flowery flavors. Just a bit off-dry, it's balanced with crisp acidity.",Oestricher Lenchen Kabinett,12,87,Rheingau,,,Peter Jakob Kühn 1999 Oestricher Lenchen Kabinett Riesling (Rheingau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-jakob-kuhn-1999-oestricher-lenchen-kabinett-riesling-rheingau/,Riesling,1999,Peter Jakob Kühn
13.8,Red,US,"Seems a little leaner and more compact than DiStefano's other '98s. Leafy cassis aromas coupled with toasty cedary oak are classic Cab, as are the acids and firmly tannic backbone that should permit this wine to age well for 7-8 years.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Di Stefano 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Di Stefano
14,White,Australia,"Here's one of the bigger Chards of the year. Explodes with aromas of butterscotch, caramel, vanilla, and, oh yes, tropical fruits. The flavors are mouth-filling and rich, like a sweet, custardy, creamy, tangerine-flavored dessert, yet it's dry. However, it loses a few points for being too big and aggressive without the necessary balance. It's awkward.",Giant's Creek,17,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 1998 Giant's Creek Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1998-giants-creek-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rosemount
13.1,Red,US,"Aromas of cedar and mocha lead into a medium-bodied wine with a creamy, plush mouthfeel and flavors of tart cherries and tobacco. Cedar accents the softly tannic finish. Ready to drink now.",,30,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,S. Anderson 1997 Merlot (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-anderson-1997-merlot-napa-stags-leap-district/,Merlot,1997,S. Anderson
14,Red,Australia,"An overripe quality to the blackberry-liqueur fruit, especially on the nose, marks this lovable sweet jam-fest. The smooth palate has tea and clove accents that add enough interest to prevent a descent into sticky simplicity, and the package turns less sugary and a touch more rustic and earthy on the finish.",Wattle Park,10,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Tatachilla 1999 Wattle Park Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tatachilla-1999-wattle-park-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Tatachilla
13.6,Red,US,"Bright berries are all dressed up in cedary, pencil-like oak and kissed with velvety black-tea and creamy chocolate notes that linger through the finish. Closes a bit lean, probably a function of the less-than-stellar vintage, but a solid effort.",Lone Oak Vineyard,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 1998 Lone Oak Vineyard Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-lone-oak-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1998,Rosenblum
,White,France,"Firm, structured wine which at present tastes young and rather unfocused. It is certainly rich and should develop well. The wood element is dominant at the end, but the fruit should come through to sustain it. The wine needs aging.",Vaudsir,,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Joseph Drouhin 1999 Vaudsir  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-1999-vaudsir-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Joseph Drouhin
12,White,Australia,"This is an interesting Chardonnay for what it's not: not a blockbuster in terms of fruit, not overwhelming in oak, not an overly sweet puppy, not cheesy and thick from massive lees contact. Instead, it's balanced, one might almost say refined. Don't look for nuances, just enjoy it for what it is.",,13,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Heritage Road 1999 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1999-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Heritage Road
13.7,Red,US,"Very polite and proper: not too much oak, not too much fruit. All the ingredients are here in proportion, from the cedary, caramelized oak to the black-cherry and plum fruit that carries hints of dark earth and coffee.",Ladi's Vineyard,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 1997 Ladi's Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-ladis-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Gary Farrell
13.8,Red,US,"Bookwalter has done an exciting turnaround as a new generation takes the reins. This is a vivid, forward, toasty and inviting Cabernet. It shows nice, round fruit and plenty of toasty oak. There are dry tannins as well, and it's all balanced out for near term enjoyment. Not a big wine, but delicious and well made.",,35,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bookwalter 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookwalter-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Bookwalter
13.9,Red,US,"The dark fruit and cedar nose is a perfect setup for solid berry flavors. Medium weight, a good acid backbone and a full finish mark this winner. The juicy berry and spice flavors and the solid dusty tannins on the back end are noteworthy. Drink now–2004.",Estate Grown & Bottled,16,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1997 Estate Grown & Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1997-estate-grown-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Lockwood
12,Sparkling,France,"A pretty, salmon-colored wine, it starts off with scents of strawberry, hay and earth, with just a whiff of cinnamon spice as well. There's a good focus to the mid-palate, with rich cherry flavors mingled with tobacco (!) and spice. Surprising length and concentration follow through into an unmistakable cherry tobacco flavor in the finish. Distinctive and good.",Grande Brut Rosé,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Grande Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-grande-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
13.5,Red,US,"Very much right-bank Bordeaux, with rich aromas of damp humus and tobacco. Then it turns smooth and plush in the mouth with a degree of ripeness that's decidedly New World. Finishes with a touch of toasty oak and decent acidity, but not much tannin. Drink over the next few years.",Sogno,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Di Stefano 1998 Sogno Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-1998-sogno-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Di Stefano
13.5,Red,US,"Red Willow is Columbia's showplace, and the relationship between winemaker David Lake and winegrower Mike Sauer is symbiosis at its best. The Cab Franc is a tight, tannic, earthy wine, with layers of mineral digging deep into the wine. The fruit is hard and the acids firm; it seems to want more time to display its depth and elegance.",Red Willow Vineyard,24,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1997 Red Willow Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-red-willow-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Columbia Winery
13,Red,US,"From a dependable producer, a rich, fragrant wine that straddles a nice balance between overt fruitiness and subtle, earthy complexities. The fruits veer toward blackberries, with hints of coffee bean and light oak, and the tannins are modulated and lush. It's drinkable now and probably not a long-term ager.",,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Burgess
14.2,White,US,"Light floral, orange blossom and peach aromas open this large-scaled white. The weighty palate shows mild orange and spice flavors. Has plenty of zip for its relative heft, and finishes long, with tangy pepper notes.",,24,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wattle Creek 1999 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-1999-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,1999,Wattle Creek
13.5,White,US,"Here again is fine, rich, ripe fruit, mostly pears and peaches and bananas, layered and textured. The flavors build through a full, delicious middle, with some nice creaminess from barrel fermentation. What's missing is the pleasing toast of new oak, which would etch the fruit into a bit more focus. A hint of residual sweetness rounds out the finish. Best Buy.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Arbor Crest
13.9,Red,US,"Sweet and sexy, this notable Merlot value offers berry, earth, herb and cocoa elements knit into a smooth, appealing package. There's a touch of Bordeaux Right Bank complexity in the bouquet, then decidedly New World ripe black cherries and toasty oak on the palate. Finishes spicy-sweet, with a caramel note from the oak. Drink now–2003.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 1997 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1997-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1997,Lockwood
13.5,White,Australia,"The pear, apple and herb aromas and flavors here are almost swamped by the spicy oak. Bright acidity and the powerful wood presence give the wine a rather lean cast, but this ship rights itself, and keeps its balance nicely in the end. The lively finish and overall tangy personality will pair well with grilled shellfish or broiled seafood.",Reserve,37,88,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Tyrrell's 2000 Reserve Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyrrells-2000-reserve-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Tyrrell's
13,Red,US,"There's a slightly meaty edge to this wine that may put some people off, but in our view it's simply another layer of complexity, gently spread on top of smoke, cedar, dark chocolate and maple syrup. Full and creamy, with a long, toasty finish that's prolonged by juicy acids.",Private Reserve,28,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1997 Private Reserve Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1997-private-reserve-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,1997,Lolonis
13,White,Australia,"There are no complaints with this Chardonnay. Apple, pineapple, butter and toasted oak load the flavor package. The perfect balance and velvety mouthfeel provide a solid background. The producer recommends kangaroo tail soup with this one—but why not? You get to go to Australia, and kangaroo is low in fat and cholesterol. Best Buy.",,7,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Yellow Tail 2000 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yellow-tail-2000-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,2000,Yellow Tail
12.5,White,US,"This distinctive wine, loaded with personality, is full of green-apple flavors, with wax, flint, and lime notes chiming in. It's not a hugely complex wine, nor an oversized monster, but it offers terrific flavors that will no doubt sing with oysters or clams this summer. Best Buy.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1999,Hogue
12.5,White,US,"Hogue makes a full line of Chardonnays and calls this least expensive bottling their “fruit forward” version. Although that's true, there's more to this wine than simple fruit. There's fruit aplenty, to be sure, but other layers of flavor interest as well: vanilla cream, caramel and cinnamon spice. Best Buy.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Hogue
,White,France,"A full masculine nose of lime and hazelnut opens this solid offering. Restrained orange, peach and toasty oak flavors are displayed elegantly on the full, richly textured palate. Feels mature and ready to drink. Finishes with mineral, peach and oak notes.",,39,88,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Olivier Leflaive 1998  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1998-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Olivier Leflaive
14,White,Australia,"This Chardonnay comes from five different wineries in the Adelaide Hills. Each vinified their own juice and then sent it to one of the quintet for blending—ergo the Boutique Wines name. The final product displays their careful crafting, with apple, cinnamon and well-integrated oak flavors. There's decent structure and a nicely textured mouthfeel. Grilled salmon would like this one, too.",The Region,22,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Boutique Wines 1998 The Region Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boutique-wines-1998-region-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,1998,Boutique Wines
13,White,US,"This attractively priced Sauvignon Blanc begins with lovely scents of fig, melon and green berry. There are some high tones too, and the sharpness of alcohol in this ultra-ripe vintage. New winemaker Kristina van Loben Sels extracts ripe, tropical fruit flavors without sacrificing complexity. The wine really delivers a lot of luscious flavor for the price. Best Buy.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Arbor Crest 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbor-crest-1999-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Arbor Crest
13,Red,US,"High-toned blueberry, blackberry and cherry fruit is accented with nuances of herbs and chocolate. This is still tannic, young, grapey and tight; the winery is always one of the first to release their red wines. The Pepper Bridge vineyard is in Walla Walla, though the bottle's label says Washington State. This wine clearly needs more time in bottle to reveal its deeper mysteries",Pepper Bridge,36,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 1999 Pepper Bridge Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1999-pepper-bridge-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Andrew Will
13.5,Red,Australia,"A wine that combines pretty black-cherry fruit with cinnamon, earth and mushrooms. The fruit is pleasant enough, but the emphasis is on the earthier side of Pinot—soil and mulch and bark; some herbal flavors chime in on the finish. Might improve with mid-term cellaring.",,22,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Yering Station 1999 Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yering-station-1999-pinot-noir-yarra-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Yering Station
13.8,Red,US,"Shows a lot of toasty oak, with hints of menthol and cedar, married to supple black-cherry fruit. Some dark earthy nuances add complexity, and the finish is long, if a bit toasty",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Di Stefano 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefano-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Di Stefano
14.5,Red,Australia,"In a style that nods more to Bordeaux than the New World, the cassis, tobacco and herb bouquet shows class and style. Displays fine balance and good acidity, which supports the ripe black-currant fruit, cedar and peppery notes. It's structured rather than plush, and finishes long, dry and toasty. Drinkable now, it should improve further with a few years' aging.",,30,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Killerby 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/killerby-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Killerby
13.9,White,US,"This excellent Chardonnay is both crisp and smooth, with ripe, lemony green apples augmented with hints of custard and vanilla. It has both weight and balance, and should cellar well for the near term. But why not enjoy it now?",,20,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
13.5,Red,Australia,"Even, dark and not too sweet, this Shiraz is a very solid offering. The berry, chocolate, licorice nose doesn't get too jammy and the ripe even texture on the tongue bears full black cherry, tar and toast flavors. Finishes long, with sweet and sour black currant and licorice flavors. Good now, and should improve for two to four years.",Bin 555,12,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 1998 Bin 555 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-1998-bin-555-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1998,Wyndham Estate
12,Sparkling,France,"This angular, lean but quite attractive champagne displays tangerine, lemon and peach aromas with herb accents. It turns fuller and more spicy on the palate, with an intriguing anise note. It has an even mouthfeel and good bead and finishes crisp and dry.",Grande Reserve,30,88,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont NV Grande Reserve  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-telmont-nv-grande-reserve-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,J. de Telmont
14.3,Red,US,"Very cedary and dry, this is built more like a Cabernet than a traditional Merlot. Dusty tannins coat the mouth on the finish, reducing its current pleasure but presaging a long life ahead, when the buried black-cherry fruit is sure to come to the fore. Hold for five years and drink til 2010.",Three Palms Vineyard,60,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1997 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1997-three-palms-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Duckhorn
,White,US,"Mature and full bodied, with caramel and crème-brûlée aromas. The even, rich mouthfeel has a creamy texture. Tropical fruit, spice and caramel flavors on the palate extend into the finish, where a dry, chalky note and the underlying acidity come up. Lovely now.",VSR,30,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1997 VSR Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1997-vsr-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1997,Lockwood
14.3,Red,US,"The aromas mingle black cherry and dark chocolate with mint, plus modest oak. In the mouth, it really comes alive with deeply satisfying flavors and soft velvety tannins.",Reserve,22,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1998 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1998-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Clos du Bois
12,Sparkling,France,"This lovely tete de cuvée shows off a mature, sweet bready nose with light citrus accents. It hits the palate with assertive, full green apple, bright citrus fruit complemented by strong leesy notes. Quite young and lively despite its age, it closes long with complex lemon and yeast flavors, and should even improve with a few more years in the bottle.",Consécration du Siècle Brut,80,89,Champagne,Champagne,,J. de Telmont 1990 Consécration du Siècle Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-telmont-1990-consecration-siecle-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,J. de Telmont
13.5,Red,US,"Intense and structured, L'Ecole's Walla Walla Cab exhibits welcome complexity as well. The textbook aromas and flavors of cassis, tobacco and cedar are paired with enough tannin and acidity to support five years or more of aging`.",,33,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,L'Ecole No. 41
13,Red,Chile,"A notable lack of greenness makes this one of the best 1998 Chilean Merlots we've tasted. Classic varietal flavors of plum, cocoa and dark berries are supported by good acidity and even tannins. This has structure, depth and a touch of class. Best Buy.",Gran Reserva,15,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1998 Gran Reserva Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1998-gran-reserva-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1998,Château La Joya
13.3,White,US,"This is a fine companion wine to Hogue's less-expensive “regular” Chardonnay. It shows the same luscious, tropical/citrus fruit flavors, the added layers of caramel and vanilla, the spicy finish. Just a bit more punch and power to it, and along with all that, a certain youthful tightness that suggests another half-year of cellar time is in order.",Vineyard Selection,14,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Vineyard Selection Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-vineyard-selection-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Hogue
14,White,US,"Who else besides L'Ecole makes three different Semillons? Bravo for showing that this much-maligned grape can be made in a wide variety of styles, and can blossom if given the superstar treatment usually reserved for Chardonnay. This low-priced version emphasizes fruit and spice to good effect. It's clean, bracing and refreshing, and showcases citrus/mineral flavors in a tight, concise style.",Barrel Fermented,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1999 Barrel Fermented Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1999-barrel-fermented-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1999,L'Ecole No. 41
13.6,Red,US,"There are spicy berries aplenty, followed by smooth milk chocolate, and a high-toned edge that propels the aromas out of the glass. Though still young and tight, the wine opens up and fleshes out as it breathes, which suggests it will do the same as it ages in the bottle. Right now it's a tart, tight, tasty, textured wine that's hard to keep your hands off.",,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
13.5,White,US,"The Grand Estates is CC's midpriced offering, and the Chardonnay sees plenty of oak and sur-lie aging. Rich, toasted-nut aromas underscore firm apple and pear fruit. The custardy texture is a treat. Best Buy.",Grand Estates,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Grand Estates Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-grand-estates-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Columbia Crest
13.5,Red,Australia,"Dark and fragrant, this wine is a baby, full of fat, precocious fruit tinged with smoke and herbs. Blackberries, plums and black cherries bounce along, buoyed by adequate acidity and chalky, dusty tannins. It's full and plush in the mouth, finishing a little fat.",,18,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Simon Hackett 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simon-hackett-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Simon Hackett
14,Red,Australia,"This impressively dark and smooth Shiraz has a taut black fruit and licorice bouquet. Very smooth and supple on the palate, it offers rich blackcurrant, cassis and chocolate flavors. Fine, even tannins on the long finish close this very well structured, nicely integrated wine that should improve with two to four years cellaring.",,28,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Longwood 1999 Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longwood-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1999,Longwood
,Red,US,"The name refers to the French highway designation for the Bordeaux wine route.  DeLille's D2 is the second label for their flagship Chaleur Estate red. In recent years, it has included not only declassified Chaleur Estate, but some extra juice from Harrison Hill as well. It's always a lovely wine, forward, fruit-filled, warm and generous. The '98 is ripe and forward, with a little bit of heat in the finish. Clean and straightforward, without the extra layers of depth one finds in the Chaleur Estate.",D2,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1998 D2 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1998-d2-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Red Blend,1998,DeLille
,White,France,"Modern, tropical fruit aromas. Wood and sweet, ripe, pure fruit flavors with terrific concentration. This is an immediately attractive, forward wine, but there is also the structure behind to sustain it.",Les Blanchots,,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 1999 Les Blanchots  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-1999-blanchots-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Laroche
13.2,Red,US,"Aromas of black cherries and Stanley plums combine with dark-chocolate and tea scents to create a rich bouquet. Shows good depth on the palate, before some serious tannins clamp down on the finish. Fortunately the tannins are soft and ripe; this is one of the rare California Merlots that require cellaring. Try in 2003.",Estate Grown,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Azalea Springs 1997 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azalea-springs-1997-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Azalea Springs
,Sparkling,US,"This fragrant rose opens with very pleasant aromas of strawberries, candied lemon peel, vanilla and smoke. The flavors are full, with plenty of earth and yeasty notes around the berry core. It has a rich, creamy texture, like a full soft mousse. Goes down like velvet, and the whistle-clean finish has good length.",Brut Rosé,28,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1997 Brut Rosé  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1997-brut-rose-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Handley
13.9,Red,US,"The nose could pass for Médoc; it has the depth and complexity, the tight cassis fruit, the hints of cedar and lead pencil. In the mouth it is firm, tannic and refined, with elegant flavors of leather and earth. Not a huge wine, but stylish, and a fine example of how Washington can emulate the flavors of Bordeaux.",Red Mountain Meritage,36,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 1998 Red Mountain Meritage Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-1998-red-mountain-meritage-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Waterbrook
13,Red,France,"Very good depth and intensity of fruit show in this rich and masculine bottling. A ripe black cherry foundation bears cocoa, herb, earth and tobacco accents, yielding a complex range of aromas and flavors. The finish is taut and quite dry, dressed up with tart cherries and leather. Hold for 2–3 years.",,42,89,Burgundy,Pommard,,Olivier Leflaive 1998  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivier-leflaive-1998-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1998,Olivier Leflaive
13.8,Red,US,"There's a great burst of plum and blackberry fruit, along with earthy, herbal notes, especially anise; it has a fruity depth of berry flavor that lasts well into the finish. The tannins are very mild, and the acidity is low, resulting in a soft, velvety wine that calls to mind flickering candles and your finest china.",Reserve,22,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1998 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1998-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Raymond
,White,France,"A seriously structured wine, revealing wood and honey flavors currently dominating ripe fruit. A powerful wine which needs time to develop",Les Clos,,89,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Servin 1998 Les Clos  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-servin-1998-clos-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1998,Domaine Servin
14.2,Red,US,"Both Old and New World elements are evident in this Shiraz. The round, easy mouthfeel and nose of berry, chocolate and cumin say “New World.” The palate has more Old World notes of leather, game and dry licorice surrounding the fruit core. Dark oak, licorice and tart berry flavors play out on the complex finish.",,39,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wattle Creek 1998 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1998,Wattle Creek
,Red,US,"Trey Marie is another project of the tireless Eric Dunham of Dunham Cellars, a rising star in the Walla Walla Valley. This blended red is 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, and most of the fruit comes from the Pepper Bridge vineyard in Walla Walla. It has a fine nose with cassis and dark berry fruit, firm tannins and a Bordeaux-like mouthfeel. Despite the predominance of Merlot, it is a firm wine with nuances of lead pencil, tobacco and cedar.",Trutina,30,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Trey Marie 1998 Trutina Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trey-marie-1998-trutina-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Trey Marie
,Red,US,"This luscious Merlot jumps out with a big, bold nose and mouth-filling flavors of ripe cherry fruit. Forward, luscious and chocolatey, it's a wide-open style of Merlot with lots of instant appeal. There isn't a great deal of depth to the finish, but it's well-built and can certainly be cellared for the next 5-6 years.",,38,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1999 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1999-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1999,Woodward Canyon
14.2,Red,US,"Features a complex mix of oak and fruit, with aromas and flavors ranging from cedar, cinnamon and cocoa to mocha, black cherries and dried herbs. Fine tannins and crisp acidity complete the package. Drink now or age up to five years.",Estate Grown,65,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1997 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1997-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Duckhorn
12,Sparkling,US,"Has pretty aromas of toast, vanilla, and spice, with peach, apple, smoke and buttery notes. Not much evidence of yeast or lees. It drinks rich and fruity. Very much in the California style of forward fruit, with good acidity.",Brut,22,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Domaine Carneros 1997 Brut  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1997-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Domaine Carneros
13.3,Red,US,"This is a wine made for the cellar. It's dark, and smells rich, with ripe blackberry and plum fruit and a hefty dose of vanilla-scented, smoky oak. Full-bodied, but the tannins are hefty now, and the acidity is high. Probably best to put it away for four or five years and see what happens.",Laureles,28,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1997 Laureles Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1997-laureles-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1997,Davis Bynum
,Red,US,"The nose jumps from the glass, promising ripe, black cherry and cassis fruit, black pepper spice, and some high-toned “lift.” Round and succulent, it's a deep-colored, still grapey, sweet and lingering wine with nice pepper spice accents. Much more power than the winery's '97, it shows the strengths of the vintage, drinks well right now, and has the stuffing to cellar well for another half decade.",,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Canoe Ridge
14.1,Red,US,"Smoke and vanilla highlight pure berry aromas that seem more red-berryish than previous vintages, with some herbal notes as well. Creamy-textured, it fills the mouth with berry and cocoa flavors and finishes with firm mountain tannins.",Bancroft Ranch,75,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Beringer 1997 Bancroft Ranch Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1997-bancroft-ranch-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,1997,Beringer
,Red,Australia,"Dense, dark, and young, this beauty is brimming with thrillingly clean, upscale fruit, if you can find it under heavy tannins. It's a well-structured wine with a solid core of blackberry and cassis fruit. Oak is moderate, but noticeable. The overall result is a fancy, very good Cab.",Show Reserve,24,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Rosemount 1998 Show Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1998-show-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Rosemount
13,White,Australia,"Harmony is the hallmark here. Apple, oak in the background and closing butterscotch are the flavors. The supporting cast of crisp acidity, medium body, and velvety mouthfeel complete this well-knit package. Best Buy.",,11,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 1999 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-1999-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,1999,Chateau Reynella
13.7,Red,US,"Apogee is L'Ecole's proprietary Bordeaux blend. This Merlot-dominated (60%) wine also includes about one-third Cabernet Sauvignon and a dash of Cabernet Franc; it shows complex aromas of nutmeg, cinnamon and coffee, with plump, ripe red fruit. It's nicely balanced, big and tart, and it gently cascades into a long, spicy finish.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee,42,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Apogee Red (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-pepper-bridge-vineyard-apogee-red-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
,White,US,"Charbonneau is Woodward Canyon's proprietary name for its white and red blended wines. The blanc is predominantly Sémillon, with 10% Sauvignon Blanc added to round it out. The nose is scented with freshly mown hay, spice and herbs. It has plenty of crisp fruit in the mouth, and a distinctive spiciness that begs to be paired with Thai food,  crab cakes or something with cilantro. Great food wine.",Charbonneau Blanc,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1999 Charbonneau Blanc White (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1999-charbonneau-blanc-white-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,White Blend,1999,Woodward Canyon
,Red,US,"Deeply colored, almost black, with plummy edges, this wine sends out layers of scents: black fruits, coffee, smoke, pencil shavings and ash. I like the confident way it sets up in the mouth, firm but not closed, tannic but not chalky, dark but not bitter. Everything is in balance, and the flavors mingle seamlessly. A wonderful example of the Bordeaux-like qualities that many of the best Washington Cabernets possess.",,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wineglass Cellars 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wineglass-cellars-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Wineglass Cellars
,Red,US,"Solid black currant and cedar aromas and flavors predominate in this dry, well-structured red. Toasty oak complements dark, dusty Alexander Valley fruit. The wine finishes elegantly, with spicy notes and ripe, even tannins. Ready to drink now.",,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wattle Creek 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wattle-creek-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Wattle Creek
13,Red,Chile,"This elegant wine opens with a bouquet of dark berry, toast and mint. This example of Carmenère shows the variety can yield fruit for dark, suave, well-balanced reds. The oak is nicely integrated and there's a long reprise of the opening aromas on the finish. Editors' Choice.",Cuvée Premium,28,90,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1998 Cuvée Premium Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1998-cuvee-premium-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,1998,Château La Joya
14.5,Red,Australia,"The intensity and depth of this blockbuster from the Barossa Valley are noted right at the start. Blackberry, cassis, chocolate and a touch of pepper roar off the nose and continue in full stride through the mid-palate and on to the long finish. There's an underpinning of even tannins, good acidity, a round supple body, and a texture like velvet. This is a wine for hearty fare or to contemplate with the cheese course.",Boundary Row,25,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Kurtz Family 1998 Boundary Row Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kurtz-family-1998-boundary-row-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Kurtz Family
,White,New Zealand,"Smells rich and creamy, with peach custard, apple turnover, and cinnamon-smoke aromas and a hint of white chocolate and tangerine peel. The flavors have an oriental complexity, explosive, with waves of exotic fruits and spices, and yet it's dry as dust.",,12,90,Marlborough,,,Spy Valley 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spy-valley-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Spy Valley
14.3,Red,US,"What sets this wine apart from the rest of the pack is its sexy, creamy mouthfeel; it simply caresses your taste buds as it delivers solid black-cherry fruit touched with milk chocolate, dried thyme and cinnamon. Plush and low-acid, this is made to be drunk young with prime, dry-aged beef.",,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Shafer
10.5,White,New Zealand,"Ripe apples and pears are accented by orange-blossoms in this opulent and open-knit Riesling. Lush and viscous, it also has a subtle undercurrent of lime-like acidity that keeps it from being fat. Residual sugar seems to be about Spätlese level.",,20,89,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 2000 Riesling (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-2000-riesling-waipara/,Riesling,2000,Pegasus Bay
,White,US,"This delightful wine is fruity and easy to drink, and offers real pleasure, especially at this price. Scents of peach blossoms in late spring, honeysuckle, vanilla and sweet butter. An absolute delight to drink; rich in fruity, floral flavors and ultrarefreshing acidity. Almost a dessert in itself. Try it with something simple: butter cookies, vanilla ice cream or fresh peaches.",Proprietor's Series,12,89,California,California Other,California,Trinchero 1998 Proprietor's Series Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1998-proprietors-series-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,1998,Trinchero
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Despite the fact that Otago isn't known as Sauvignon Blanc country, winemaker Matt Dicey has bottled a lean, racy Sauvignon that's herbaceous, not vegetal. Some melon-like fruit provides the flesh, and lime-like acidity keeps it fresh and lively.",,13,88,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-2000-sauvignon-blanc-central-otago/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Mt. Difficulty
13.7,White,US,"Ripe and full-bodied with tiers of fruit flavors ranging from green apples and peaches to pears and mango. None-too-subtle oak adds vanilla, smoke and butterscotch elements. Just enough residual sugar for it to drink a bit like an orange-vanilla milk shake.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kunde
14,White,New Zealand,"This single-vineyard wine captures plenty of varietal character in its waxy pear and melon aromas. A medium-bodied wine, with a crisp, slightly spicy-bitter finish, it should prove versatile with food or as an apéritif.",,20,87,Marlborough,,,Fairhall Downs 2000 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairhall-downs-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2000,Fairhall Downs
14,White,New Zealand,"At first sniff, this seems almost simple in its overwhelming resemblance to Bartlett pears. With swirling, however, you can dig into roses and lychees. Medium-weight on the palate, and finishes with trademark spice notes. Dry.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks 2000 Gewürztraminer (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynskeys-wairau-peaks-2000-gewurztraminer-marlborough/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks
,White,New Zealand,"Fresh and light; the grapefruit and gooseberry aromas and flavors are tinged with capsicum and green peas. The residual sugar is noticeable, at 6-7 g/L, but balanced by brisk acidity.",Fall Harvest,10,86,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2000 Fall Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2000-fall-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Nobilo
,Red,US,"This blend of fruit from Russian River Valley, Carneros and Santa Barbara shows plenty of dark-cherry, spice, and leather Pinot character. Not weighty and very even on the tongue, the flavors show an almost caramel and cola quality. Finishes with even tannins.",Barrel Select,19,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-barrel-select-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Fetzer
,White,New Zealand,"There's a small amount of residual sugar left in this wine (about 4g/L); not enough to taste, just enough to add weight to the palate. Soft peach and pear fruit is accented by musky, spicy flavors that turn lean and citrusy on the finish.",,14,86,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 2000 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-2000-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Allan Scott
13.5,White,US,"Lees and oak dominate the nose of this very ripe wine. The result is size: A big, rich, oaky, fruity quaff, it fills the mouth with flavors and palate impressions. At the same time, it's a one-dimensional wine; it assaults the senses, but on one plane. Finishes semi-sweet.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"Definitely comes down on the gamy side, with an aroma of bacon or sweaty saddle wafting over black raspberry fruit. Oak adds vanilla and charred-smoky elements. In the mouth it's fruity, soft and a little simple. A mere 120 cases produced.",,17,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Domaine Santa Barbara 1998 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-barbara-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Santa Barbara
,Red,US,"From Chalone's second label. A perfectly acceptable wine with lots of up-front fruity flavors and quite a bit of elegant structure for this price. It's dry, round and supple, and has a surprising edge of quality and depth. You have to hand much of the credit to the excellent vintage, which aids all wines, not just expensive ones.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Echelon 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Echelon
,Red,US,"Some deep stone fruit flavors, like black cherry, but this wine really comes down on the earthy side, with notes of chocolate and mint. The tannins are fine but substantial; you can feel them on the finish, which leaves the palate a little numb. It's not likely to age, though, so drink it with rich foods.",,14,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Arciero 1998 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arciero-1998-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1998,Arciero
,Rose,Spain,"This Rioja rose displays a full bouquet of rose petal, spice and the slightly meaty element that Tempranillo so often shows. No White Zinfandel, this is a fairly lean and dry wine with spicy notes, a decent match for hors d'oeuvres or light meals.",Faustino V Rosado,12,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1999 Faustino V Rosado Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1999-v-rosado-rose-rioja/,Rosé,1999,Bodegas Faustino
,Red,Chile,"Dark, with aromas of spiced plums, earth, bark, and a rich, chocolatey note. Heavy and dense, the syrupy texture carries plummy, peppery flavors through to a long, rich finish. It's a bit coarse and rough, and pretty tannic, too. Drink with well-marbled beef.",Arboleda,20,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Caliterra 1999 Arboleda Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1999-arboleda-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1999,Caliterra
11,White,US,"Sometimes it seems that our white wine industry could become a Chardonnay monoculture. It's good to see that Fetzer isn't abandoning their efforts with other varietals. Sweet peach, mild lychee and spice aromas open this unabashedly sweet and easy wine, with its tangerine flavors and slight spritz on the round palate. Not very complex or sophisticated, but broadly appealing",Echo Ridge,10,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 2000 Echo Ridge Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-2000-echo-ridge-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,2000,Fetzer
13.5,Red,US,"The cherry and smoke aromas wear an attractive olive-herb note, but the fruit could use more weight and definition. Feels like many Merlots, with its very soft, plummy mouthfeel, although the flavor range is darker, showing more blackberry and cassis. Feels a little slick or sappy, but the cassis and licorice flavors on the back end pull this beginner's Cab through.",Valley Oaks,13,83,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-valley-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Fetzer
13.5,White,US,"A richly fruity, spicy, oaky wine that offers up plenty of what consumers like, in an everyday, affordable package. The fruit veers toward peaches and tropical fruit, and it's a little sweet. Seems flabby around the edges, but not bad for the price.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Quail Creek 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-creek-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Quail Creek
14,Red,New Zealand,"A light-weight but pretty wine, featuring just enough black-cherry fruit to stand up to some minty overtones. Shows a hint of alcohol on the finish, along with citrusy acidity.",,25,84,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 1999 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-1999-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Nautilus
13,White,New Zealand,"Initial aromas of boxwood give way to melon, cream and grapefruit. In the mouth, this offering is mellow and a bit sweet. A soft and easy drinker for folks new to Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc.",,14,84,Marlborough,,,Forefathers 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forefathers-1999-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Forefathers
13.5,Red,US,"This entry-level Merlot offers correct plum, black-cherry, toast and smoke aromas. Similar flavors follow, with a soft mouthfeel, but it's not a rich wine. There are no hard tannins, but tangy acids seem to come up on the back end, where it finishes dry, with a dusty cocoa note",Eagle Peak,13,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Eagle Peak Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-eagle-peak-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Fetzer
12.5,Red,US,"It's pretty pale for Merlot and light in aroma, too, with a trace of black cherry or blackberry and oak. The flavors are similarly light and modest. It's very dry and clean and well-made. At this price, it's a good value in Merlot. Best Buy.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Coastal Ridge
,Red,US,"This is a simple, soft wine with a good deal of charm. It's well made and easy to drink, with pretty black-cherry flavors that spread over the palate. The only drawback is an herbaceous quality that pervades both the aroma, where it's green and stalky, and the palate, where it's positively sharp. But at this price, these are minor quibbles.",,9,84,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,CK Mondavi
13.5,White,US,"For fans of grassy, gooseberry-accented wines. Lemon and lime show here, too, with decent acidity. Tiny amounts of Semillon and Chardonnay add dimension. It's fruity and simple, very clean (as you'd expect), a touch sweet and finishes swiftly.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"Starts with nice cassis and black-currant aromas with a kiss of smoky oak. It's pretty rich for this price, with some real varietal character. Drinks dry and soft and fruity. This would make a very nice everyday wine or an inexpensive by-the-glass selection in a restaurant.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Mystic Cliffs 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mystic-cliffs-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Mystic Cliffs
14,White,New Zealand,"Ohiti is a subregion of Hawkes Bay, one of New Zealand's warmer wine-growing areas, but this Chardonnay is tight and tart. Orange and lime, also tart pear flavors dominate. Needs time, but will the flavors ever truly unfurl?",Skeetfield,17,84,Ohiti Valley,,,Gunn Estate 1998 Skeetfield Chardonnay (Ohiti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunn-estate-1998-skeetfield-chardonnay-ohiti-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Gunn Estate
13,White,New Zealand,"Shows admirable restraint in its judicious use of French oak, resulting in menthol and pencil notes that play off pear and quince fruit. Solid, just needs more intensity overall; it's perhaps too elegant for its own good",Reserve,25,84,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-1998-reserve-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Jackson Estate
14,White,New Zealand,"Pretty oaky, with buttered toast and oatmeal over modest pineapple and pear fruit. Not just another flabby oak and malo bomb, as it does have good acidity and a racy structure, but the oak does play a major role.",,20,84,Marlborough,,,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynskeys-wairau-peaks-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks
,Red,Spain,"A straightforward basic red, with dried cherry, oak and slightly meaty scents. The palate shows dark fruit and spice flavors, medium weight and an even texture. Finishes with decent length and tangy, spicy notes.",,7,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Santana 1998  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santana-1998-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Santana
12.6,White,US,"Looking for an inexpensive Chard with true varietal character and nutty, spicy, vanilla-tinged flavors from oak? Here's one. It's strictly no-frills, but it does offer a lot to like, and at a decent price.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,CK Mondavi
13,Red,US,"Very grapey, sweet, jammy berry aromas open this wine, but in the mouth it seems to change identities. There's more tartness and green-herb elements than the nose would indicate. Medium in weight, this wine has a smooth mouthfeel and moderate acidity. The finish offers blackberry and licorice flavors, but with the persistent tartness.",Valley Oaks,11,84,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Valley Oaks Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-valley-oaks-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Fetzer
13.5,Red,US,"It hits all the right Cabernet notes of blackberry, plum, cassis, tobacco, mint and even chocolate. Dry and well structured, with fine acidity and modulated tannins. So why not a higher score? Because everything is very light. Nonetheless, it's good value for the money.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Quail Creek 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-creek-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Quail Creek
,Red,New Zealand,"A soft, herbaceous wine that's destined for early drinking. The black-cherry and tobacco flavors are a bit weedy, but tasty.",,17,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Matua Valley
,Red,US,"A Rhone blend of Carignane, Syrah, and Viognier, it has pretty aromas of spicy raspberries and smoky vanilla, with a rich herbaceousness suggesting rhubarb and fresh tomato. The color is a dark rose, and it drinks fruity and soft. You could put a bit of a chill on it.",Passionelle,9,84,Texas,Texas,,Llano Estacado 1999 Passionelle Red (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llano-estacado-1999-passionelle-red-texas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Llano Estacado
13,White,New Zealand,"A distinctive wine that features prominent aromas of sweet red peppers allied to round passion-fruit flavors. Seems a bit heavy on the palate, and doesn't finish as crisply as you'd expect from an N.Z. Sauvignon Blanc.",,17,84,Marlborough,,,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynskeys-wairau-peaks-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks
,Red,US,"Good, dark color indicates full ripening and the aromas back it up, with black-cherry, cherry-tomato, plum, anise and oak notes. It's well made and drinkable, although not particularly varietal. Has that generic red wine personality. Still, the solid dose of fruit, soft tannins and acidity and round, supple texture make it a good buy.",,8,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Dunnewood 1998 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1998-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,1998,Dunnewood
,Red,US,"From a winery in the heart of Napa that has long been overshadowed by flashier competitors. Maybe this wine shows why. It has that Napa pedigree of fruit, but there are disturbing notes of imbalance. Some of the flavors are ripe and juicy; others are overripe and pruny, while still others are immature and green or stalky. The result is disappointing.",Reserve,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Beaucanon
14,White,New Zealand,"Aromas of Sieckel pears and ripe melons are joined by a hint of butter and an interesting anise note. On the palate the flavors are pear, with a strong citrus undercurrent. The lemon-lime acidity is practically searing at its crescendo on the finish.",,12,84,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Stoneleigh
14,White,New Zealand,"The aromas of butter and tropical fruits are bit muted at first, only strengthening with air into peach and melon. Some slightly bitter citrus notes add complexity to this understated wine.",Reserve,17,84,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-1999-reserve-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Mills Reef
,White,US,"A nice Chardonnay if you like really strong fruit and spice. Mouth-watering flavors of tropical fruits and super-ripe peaches, and a creamy, tangerine note that follows all the way through to the rich, slightly sweet finish. May be too big for some, but that's the style.",Radiance,16,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1999 Radiance Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1999-radiance-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1999,Tobin James
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Fairly herbal on the nose, with some sour overtones. Tart cherry fruit is accented by some chocolate and smoke complexities, making for an interesting and largely intellectual wine.",Jill's Vineyard,22,84,Central Otago,,,Rowland 1999 Jill's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rowland-1999-jills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,1999,Rowland
,White,US,"Starts with fruity, lush aromas of honey, apple, butter and cream, caramel, toast and smoky oak. Nicely layered flavors of ripe peaches and green apples and spices. A winemaker's wine that's just a tad sweet and soft, but very clean, with a swift, pleasant finish. Best Buy.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Mystic Cliffs 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mystic-cliffs-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Mystic Cliffs
,White,US,"An easy-to-drink wine with simple but pretty flavors of citrus and wildflower; smoky, honeyed notes add complexity. It's on the sweet side, maybe too much so, but that's the way lots of people like to drink their “dry” white wines. Decent value.",,10,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Markham
13.5,White,US,"A simple but likeable Chard, with pretty apple and peach flavors and lots of crushed hard spices, like cinnamon and nutmeg. Has a touch of smoky oak. The K-J style really hasn't changed much over the years: Pick the grapes ripe, keep things slightly sweet and get some wood notes in.",Vintner's Reserve,11,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,US,"Rustic, fruity stuff here, with bold fruity-spicy flavors. A galumphing wine that's big and boisterous; nothing shy about it. A bit rough-edged, it needs meat and pasta and similarly uncomplicated foods to tame it.",Collage,9,84,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Collage Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-collage-red-other/,Red Blend,1998,Kendall-Jackson
,White,Italy,"Quite round and fruity, this easy drinker is almost sweet. Displaying tropical fruit, honey and pear-nectar aromas and flavors, it turns warmly spicy on the finish. A simple wine, but with great potential appeal as a “transitional varietal” for drinkers moving up from jugs. Also indicates that Puglia can produce competitive everyday wines, especially if they further elevate acidity for a bit more spine.",Winemaker's collection,9,84,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Canaletto 2000 Winemaker's collection Chardonnay (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-2000-winemakers-collection-chardonnay-puglia/,Chardonnay,2000,Canaletto
,White,New Zealand,"A clear step down from Brancott's single-estate Chardonnay bottlings, this wine offers vanilla and spice notes, modest fruit and a menthol-tinged finish.",Reserve,15,84,Gisborne,,,Brancott 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1998-reserve-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,Brancott
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A semi-dry bottling that's almost fat. Ripe peaches are center-stage, ushered in by a minty-herbal edge and out by gentle lime notes. Provides an easy introduction to the Kiwi style of Riesling—there's no intimidating austerity or need to age this wine; just pull the cork and pour.",Private Bin,14,85,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2000 Private Bin Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2000-private-bin-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Villa Maria
,White,New Zealand,"This wine pretty much typifies what people mean when they talk about “New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc.” There's a grassy, herbaceous and green-pea edge to the lime and tropical- fruit flavors.",Whitecliff Vineyards,20,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 2000 Whitecliff Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-2000-whitecliff-vineyards-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Sacred Hill
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Weighty and extracted, this Sauvignon Blanc is atypically rich and low-acid. Grapefruit, gooseberry and honey flavors are finished off with a hint of bitter pith.",,20,85,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-1999-sauvignon-blanc-waipara/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Pegasus Bay
,Red,US,"Light, tasty and simple, it offers up pretty aromas of red raspberries, smoke and vanilla. In the mouth it's fruity and soft. There's good extracted fruit and a generous dusting of oak. It can't quite achieve complexity, but it's a nice wine that's thoroughly enjoyable.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mark West 1999 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mark West
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Subtle toast and black-cherry flavors anchor this solid example of Marlborough Pinot. Finishes lean and dry, with firm acidity and a touch of greenness.",Reserve,,85,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1998,Omaka Springs
14,White,New Zealand,"The Corbans house style seems to de-emphasizes the ultrapungent elements of Sauvignon Blanc, focusing instead on grapefruit and, in this case, white nectarine. It's a delicate wine that goes down easy.",Winemaker's Selection,13,85,Marlborough,,,Corbans 1999 Winemaker's Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbans-1999-winemakers-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Corbans
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A soft, lush mouthful of baked apples, layered with dark toast and dried spices. Cinnamon and clove notes add to the allusion. Soft and buttery.",Winemaker's Selection,13,85,East Coast,,,Corbans 1999 Winemaker's Selection Chardonnay (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbans-1999-winemakers-selection-chardonnay-east-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Corbans
,Red,Italy,"Primitivo is Zinfandel, according to University of California at Davis ampelographers (students of grape DNA), but that doesn't mean they taste the same, as this medium-weight southern Italian version proves. Dark cherry, leather, coffee and cocoa predominate here, with some nice spice, tar and a slight black pepperiness (maybe that's the Zin gene) on the finish.",Winemaker's Collection Primitivo,9,85,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Canaletto 1999 Winemaker's Collection Primitivo Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-1999-winemakers-collection-primitivo-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,1999,Canaletto
13,White,New Zealand,"The ripe yellow peaches and buttered tropical fruits feature just a hint of vanilla. Fairly rich and weighty on the palate, this is a good party wine that provides a mouthful of Chardonnay flavor at a reasonable price.",,10,85,Gisborne,,,Brancott 2000 Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2000-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2000,Brancott
14,White,New Zealand,"Honey, melon, pineapple, apricot and vanilla are all prominent players on the nose of this offering. The fruit was obviously picked very ripe; add to that a caramel-vanilla suggestion of sweetness from American oak and the overall impression is almost of a dessert wine, without the sugar.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Cairnbrae 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairnbrae-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Cairnbrae
13.5,Red,US,"This is a simple, straightforward, everyday sort of wine, light in aroma and body, but with acceptable black-cherry, earthy flavors. It's dry and clean. 20% Syrah adds complexity and notes of currants and meat. Best Buy.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Quail Creek 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-creek-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Quail Creek
13.5,White,US,"From this very noble vintage comes a bottling that is softer than the Camelot bottling but no less rich and fruity. Filled with tremendous fruit flavors—apples and peaches specifically—and ultraspicy, cinnamon notes from both the grape and the oak. Made in the fashionable style, round and sweet, although it's a little flat and lacks added dimensions.",Grand Reserve,19,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-grand-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,US,"From one of the best Chardonnay regions in the state, a cool-climate wine with pronounced peach, apple and tropical fruit flavors and a blast of zesty, spicy, smoky oak. Clean and crisp, with a creamy, rich texture. Finishes with a vanilla note. The package is marred by too much sugar; consumers love sweetness, but this one takes things a little too far.",Camelot Vineyard,17,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Camelot Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-camelot-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"They aged this 100% varietal wine on the lees in French oak to make it layered and complex, but it's still a pretty one-dimensional wine. Some citrus aromas and flavors, but they're thin and watery. Very well made, but needs a bit more concentration.",Valley View Vineyard Reserve,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1999 Valley View Vineyard Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-valley-view-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Royal Oaks
13,White,New Zealand,"Grapefruit and melon are the predominant aromas and flavors, with a few sprigs of minty green herbs tossed over the top. Finishes with a bitter pith note that seems a little out of place in this otherwise harmonious offering.",Longlands,12,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 2000 Longlands Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-2000-longlands-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Te Awa Farm
,White,US,"From a value leader, another rich, creamy, toasty Chard, loaded with peach, apple and pear flavors and a lot of oak. Good acidity and a long finish, but it has a little too much sugar to be considered dry.",,14,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Château Souverain
,White,New Zealand,"Starts out soft, with warm peach and nectarine notes that turn leaner and more citric on the finish, even folding in a touch of green pepper.",,20,85,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2000 Pinot Gris (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-martinborough/,Pinot Gris,2000,Palliser Estate
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Earl Grey tea is a classic, and its, trademark flavor of bergamot shows up in this spicy Riesling. Other flavors are pear, green apple and lime. This is a full-bodied wine that should be consumed soon.",,,85,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 1998 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-1998-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1998,Omaka Springs
13.5,White,US,"This well-known, widely-distributed wine offers round apple-toast aromas and a rich, soft mouthfeel. Apple, caramel and orange-tea flavors play on the palate and into the creamy finish, with its big, spicy oak. It's solid and satisfying in a very mainstream manner.",Barrel Select,14,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 1999 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-barrel-select-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Fetzer
13,Red,US,"You might think this was a North Coast Merlot, it's so ripe and round and pleasant to drink. Not complex, but with pretty black-cherry flavors and their hint of smoky oak, it's tasty. Plus, the tannins are soft. Loses a bit for some raisiny notes, but otherwise, not bad. Best Buy.",Barrel Aged,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Barrel Aged Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-barrel-aged-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1998,Château Julien
13.5,White,US,"Crisp, grass, mint and mild citrus aromas open this clean, fresh Sauvignon Blanc. It shows mild grapefruit flavors with medium weight, an even texture, and a lightly chalky feel. Not at all sharp or extreme. Finishes short, but brightly.",Echo Ridge,10,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Echo Ridge Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-echo-ridge-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Fetzer
,White,New Zealand,"Warmer weather in Hawkes Bay means this wine shows less of the aggressively pungent grapefruit and herb aromas of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. This is a soft, creamy, very approachable wine that finishes with just a hint of grapefruit.",,12,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2000-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Matua Valley
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Aromas of cherries and vanilla, with berry-zinger tea accents. The mixed red fruits are bright enough to carry this light but zippy wine. Would make a good picnic quaff.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 1999 Merlot (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-1999-merlot-marlborough/,Merlot,1999,Omaka Springs
,White,US,"Ripe, juicy and extra fruity, this wine is chock full of candied flavors—lemons and limes, peppermint and vanilla. Slightly sweet; probably too much for, say, mussels or clams, but ideal with fusion foods. Serve it very cold because it's a little soft.",Proprietor's Series,14,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Trinchero 1998 Proprietor's Series Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1998-proprietors-series-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Trinchero
13,White,New Zealand,"Smells ripe, with melon and passion fruit predominating, but by the finish Marlborough's trademark green-pepper and grapefruit flavors come on strong—maybe too assertively for some tasters. Crisp and dry; a good palate refresher.",,15,85,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Jackson Estate
,White,New Zealand,"A bit muted on the nose, but this wine scores points for its bold flavors of peach and citrus and oily texture. Flirts with sweetness, with 8g/L (0.8%) residual sugar.",,15,85,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 2000 Pinot Gris (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-kumeu/,Pinot Gris,2000,Kumeu River
14,Red,New Zealand,"Needs a bit of time to integrate all of the heavy-toast oak. Strong overtones of pain grillé and caramel currently dominate the dark fruit flavors, particularly on the finish, where fine dusty tannins linger.",Reserve,35,85,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Te Kairanga
,White,New Zealand,"Made in an off-dry style, the ripe pear and guava fruit seems a bit heavy and sweet; then some green acidity comes through on the finish to pull things back into balance. Drink now.",,,85,Marlborough,,,Selaks 1999 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-1999-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1999,Selaks
,Red,US,"A very nice wine at a good price. Starts with a sweet fruit-oaky aroma that is warm and round. In the mouth it's soft and charming, with black-cherry and mocha flavors. Simple but satisfying, and a good value. Best Buy.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Mystic Cliffs 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mystic-cliffs-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Mystic Cliffs
13,White,Chile,"Opens with lemon and grapefruit aromas and a hint of butter and smoke, then turns dry and crisp in the mouth, with lemony flavors. High acidity is balanced by a nice, creamy texture.",,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 2000 Fumé Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-2000-sauvignon-blanc-fume-casablanca-valley/,Fumé Blanc,2000,Errazuriz
,White,New Zealand,"A mainstream, commercial style that blends green peppers and green peas with a sweet midpalate. Not overly aggressive or pungent, just a soft, lightly sweet sipper.",,10,85,Marlborough,,,Giesen 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Giesen
,Red,New Zealand,"Rather light, with delicate cherry fruit that comes across as elegant and pretty. Some tart weedy notes on the nose and finish add definition and structure.",,16,85,Canterbury,,,Giesen 1999 Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-1999-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,1999,Giesen
12.5,White,US,"Anything remotely resembling true Chardonnay at this price is rare, but here's one that succeeds, if at the most elemental level. It's got proper apple and peach fruit and the requisite amount of vanilla-tinged oak, although probably not from new French barrels. It's a tiny bit sweet, but hey, that's the way people like it. And it's very clean. All of which makes it a great value in   Chardonnay.",,6,85,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Coastal Ridge
13.5,Red,US,"Starts out with aromas that are pretty typical of inexpensive California Merlots: earth, plums and blackberries, with no noticeable oak. The aromas are dull; they don't shine. The flavors are good, though. Sharply etched fruit forces itself on the palate, ripe, sweet and brimming with sunshine. This is simple, everyday stuff, but it's clean as a whistle and has a good amount of charm. Definitely a value in Merlot. Best Buy.",Vineyard Reserve,10,85,California,California Other,California,Bandiera 1999 Vineyard Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandiera-1999-vineyard-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Bandiera
,Red,Italy,"Ripe cherry and dark plum fruit, light tobacco and cedar accents mark this pleasant, medium-weight wine. It's a good basic red and will have wide appeal with its round, supple mouthfeel. Generally a workaday, inexpensive Italian red, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a good pizza/pasta choice. It's not to be confused with the Tuscan Montepulciano. In Tuscany, Montepulciano is a place; here, it's a grape. Here, the place (Abruzzo) is the province on Italy's east central coast.",Winemaker's Collection,9,85,Central Italy,Abruzzo,,Canaletto 1999 Winemaker's Collection Montepulciano (Abruzzo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-1999-winemakers-collection-italian-red-montepulciano-abruzzo/,Montepulciano,1999,Canaletto
,Red,US,"Even in the best of vintages it's hard to get Merlot to ripen in Santa Barbara unless it's grown well inland. This one does its best, with modest aromas of black-cherry fruit accentuated by oak, but there's a green weediness throughout that age will not soften. That said, it's dry and well made, and complex enough to be a nice by-the-glass wine if the price is kept down. 1,450 cases produced.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 1999 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-1999-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1999,Brander
,Red,Spain,"This pleasant wine shows clean apple, hay and mildly floral aromas. Even and round on the tongue, it has a slightly waxy feel and decent acidity. Green apple, citrus and slightly nutty flavors play on the finish, with a crisp, dry grapefruity aftertaste that lingers. Best Buy.",,7,86,Central Spain,Tierra Manchuela,,Santana 1999 Viura (Tierra Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santana-1999-spanish-white-viura-tierra-manchuela/,Viura,1999,Santana
,White,US,"A simple wine that straddles the balance between grassy, citrusy flavors and riper, more melony ones. It's crisp and dry and offers pleasure without a great deal of complexity, although there are some oaky, leesy notes. From Santa Ynez and Santa Maria valleys.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Royal Oaks 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Royal Oaks
,Red,US,"A pretty wine with aromas of black-cherry liqueur and a dash of espresso, or maybe it's the other way around. Round, full and lushly flavored. The high acidity gives it real bite; in fact, the finish is somewhat bitter because of it. Food will soften it up nicely.",,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1998 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1998-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1998,Royal Oaks
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A crowd-pleaser for sure. This wine is full of the stuff Americans seem to love: butter, toast, ripe pears and pineapples. It's full and oaky. There's even some citrus-like acidity on the finish to cut through the sweet flavors.",,18,86,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Nautilus
,White,New Zealand,"Tart and crisp, this is a fairly “green” version, boasting plenty of gooseberry and jalapeño-pepper aromas and flavors. Residual sugar is just below the typical detection threshold of 5g/L; there's enough to add weight without making the wine seem sweet.",,10,86,Marlborough,,,Coopers Creek 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Coopers Creek
13.8,Red,US,"This wine captures Pinot's silky, spicy qualities, although it's thin, light and basic. Some pretty notes of raspberry, smoke, sun-dried tomato, mushroom and chocolate and a nice, spicy intensity on the palate. The tannins are soft and light, and it snaps to a quick finish.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1999 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1999,Clos du Bois
,White,US,"Fred Brander puts out at least four different Sauvignon Blancs; this is his workhorse release and it's quite distinctive. A strong, grassy quaff with lean citrus flavors and that curious note they call essence of cat. It's clean as a whistle; bright acidity scours the palate and prepares it to receive food. Herbed goat cheese comes to mind.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Brander 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brander-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Brander
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Provides a good jolt of pungent and aggressively green aromas (boxwood) balanced by sweet gooseberries and passion fruit. Representative of the “New Zealand” style of Sauvignon Blanc, this is a perfect introduction to the genre for new consumers.",,22,86,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Brancott
,White,New Zealand,"Smells great, with rose petals and lychees leading the way, then blends in some aromas reminiscent of Earl Grey tea (bergamot). Doesn't quite live up to expectations on the palate, where it could use more weight and a plusher texture, but the flavors sure are nice.",Patutahi Estate,25,86,Gisborne,,,Brancott 1998 Patutahi Estate Gewürztraminer (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1998-patutahi-estate-gewurztraminer-gisborne/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Brancott
13,White,New Zealand,"Classic N.Z. Riesling aromas of pears, limes and Granny Smith apples lead into a medium-weight version that's less austere and citrusy than many of its compatriots. Drink near-term, unless you like the petrol aromas likely to develop with age.",Dry,15,86,Marlborough,,,Jackson Estate 1999 Dry Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jackson-estate-1999-dry-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1999,Jackson Estate
13,Red,US,"A brand new line from K-J. This very attractive wine has lush fruit and spice flavors, with maximum extract. Tannins and acids all are adequate. What K-J seems to be aiming for is a new flavor, neither Cabernet nor Syrah but in-between, and they've succeeded. Yes, it's simple and uncomplicated, but there's plenty of pleasure for the money. Best Buy.",Collage,9,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1999 Collage Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1999-collage-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1999,Kendall-Jackson
,White,New Zealand,"A unique-tasting wine that mixes minty herbs with nectarines, oranges and red appleskin. It's off-dry, and in no need of aging. 400 cases imported.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2000 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2000,Grove Mill
13,White,New Zealand,"Asparagus and green-herb aromas run smoothly into grapefruit, passion-fruit and sweet green-pea flavors. More citrus fruits emerge on the tart, cleansing finish.",,20,86,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Wairau River
,White,New Zealand,"Asparagus and green-herb aromas run smoothly into grapefruit, passion-fruit and sweet green-pea flavors. More citrus fruits emerge on the tart, cleansing finish.",Reserve,24,86,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 1998 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-1998-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Wairau River
13,White,New Zealand,"This “Savvy” boasts textbook aromas of passion fruit, gooseberries, green peas and even a touch of mint. Supple and almost soft on the palate, it doesn't quite have the zing you expect but still manages to satisfy.",The Stones,13,86,Marlborough,,,Cairnbrae 1999 The Stones Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairnbrae-1999-stones-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Cairnbrae
,Red,US,"Ripe and jammy aromas, with an assortment of wild berry, chocolate and smoky notes. The flavors are ripe, full and slightly sweet. Finely meshed tannins and lively acidity produce a harmony. There's a certain lack of finesse, but what can you expect at this price? Best Buy.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Buena Vista 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Buena Vista
,White,US,"Starts with muted aromas of buttercream, ginger and toffee, with peach scents that emerge as the wine warms up. It's extremely rich and extracted, not at all like Chenins of old. It's also dry, although the ripe fruit tastes sweet. A little soft, but pleasant; sort of a cross between a fruity Riesling and a crisp Sauvignon Blanc.",,14,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Foxen 1999 Chenin Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1999-chenin-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chenin Blanc,1999,Foxen
,Red,New Zealand,"The black-cherry flavors that carry this wine seems almost overripe and a bit pruny, but work well in combination with the chocolate and tea shadings that persist into the long, tart finish.",Woolshed,17,86,Ohiti Valley,,,Gunn Estate 1998 Woolshed Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Ohiti Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gunn-estate-1998-woolshed-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-ohiti-valley/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Gunn Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"The majority of this wine (85%) is from plantings of new-to-New Zealand Clone 5 (Pommard), which gives it some smooth black-cherry flavors. But a lot of this wine's character comes from the barrels: chocolate, toast and smoked-meat aromas and a buttered-toast finish.",,27,86,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 1999 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-1999-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Grove Mill
,White,US,"Crisp and clean; a bit leaner than you'd expect from South Coast grapes, veering into citrus fruits like grapefruit. New oak and lees aging adds complexity, but still, it's an angular, structural wine. Food will wake it up.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Royal Oaks 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Royal Oaks
13,White,New Zealand,"Martinborough isn't known for Sauvignon Blanc, but this is a solid example. A complex nose of melon, passion fruit, green pea and bitter green herbs turns crisp and bright in the mouth, with sweet-pea and mint flavors.",,15,86,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-2000-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Te Kairanga
,Red,New Zealand,"Starts off well, with aromas of toast, vanilla and black cherries. The attack is rich and sweet as well, but then the wine turns a bit drying and herbal on the finish. Needs time—but will the fruit hold?",Gimblett,35,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 1999 Gimblett Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-1999-gimblett-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1999,Trinity Hill
,Red,US,"You'll recognize the aromas right off the bat: blackberries, cassis, smoke, vanilla, anise and oak. The flavors are of the pop variety, jammy and candied, but they are tasty. The tannins are very soft and silky, and the acidity is low. It all adds up to a very drinkable wine, one-dimensional to be sure, but a good value for the money. Best Buy.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,CK Mondavi
,Red,New Zealand,Oregano and thyme notes that add complexity without becoming overwhelming mark the bright cherry fruit in this medium-weight wine. For current consumption.,,14,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Coopers Creek 1998 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-1998-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1998,Coopers Creek
13.9,Red,US,"From a winery that doesn't ever seem to do anything wrong comes this fine, almost complex wine. It would probably be fantastic from a better vintage. As it is, it's good, with some density to it, and spicy, aromatic fruit that satisfies despite thinness in the middle palate. Considering how hard it is to find good Pinot at this price, you have to consider it a great value.",,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 1998 Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Meridian
,Red,New Zealand,"A solid offering, with bright cherry fruit that's marked by herb notes. There's more oak evident on the palate, as flavors of vanilla and cream sneak up on you. Very soft tannins make this a wine to drink now, not to age.",Drylands,,86,Marlborough,,,Selaks 1999 Drylands Merlot (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-1999-drylands-merlot-marlborough/,Merlot,1999,Selaks
13.2,Red,US,"Carmel Valley is a little pocket of sunny warmth in cool Monterey County, and it's been known as a good source of Cabernet for years. This example got ripe and expressive, with forward berry flavors and a hint of oak. It's too soft and so drinks a little flabby. That's its biggest problem, along with a weak finish.",Quinn Vineyard,18,86,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Cloninger 1998 Quinn Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloninger-1998-quinn-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Cloninger
,Sparkling,New Zealand,"An ideal party pour, with a slight mint-herb tang to the fresh, lemon-lime flavors. There's even a hint of toast or biscuits that adds complexity. Tart and light, this would best as an apéritif.",Voyage Special Cuvee Brut,10,86,Canterbury,,,Giesen NV Voyage Special Cuvee Brut  (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-nv-voyage-special-cuvee-brut-sparkling-canterbury/,Champagne Blend,,Giesen
,Red,New Zealand,A ready-to-drink wine that sports cherry-berry fruit and a hint of mint and tea. Soft tannins and a light finish make it a solid lunch choice.,Basket Press,20,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1999 Basket Press Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1999-basket-press-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Sacred Hill
13.5,Red,US,"This wine preserves the region's vital characteristics (well-ripened fruit and spice), although they've been diluted by necessity for commercial purposes, what with 28,000 cases produced. Light and soft, with delicate yet surprisingly delicious black-raspberry, smoke and cinnamon notes.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Kenwood 1999 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Kenwood
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Sweet peas and gooseberries put a subtle mark on this full, soft wine that's only mildly herbaceous. The residual sugar is just at the threshold of perceptibility, imparting greater weight without making the wine taste sweet.",Private Bin,12,86,Marlborough & Hawkes Bay,,,Villa Maria 2000 Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough & Hawkes Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2000-private-bin-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Villa Maria
,Red,New Zealand,"Seems mature and ready to drink now, with earth and mushroom flavors layered over black cherries and finishing with a touch of anise. An easy-drinking Pinot that's not heavy or extracted yet displays complexity and balance.",,19,86,Marlborough,,,Vavasour 1999 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-1999-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Vavasour
11.5,White,New Zealand,"Extremely nutty and vanilla-filled aromas lead into a palate that reveals traces of mixed tropical fruits buried under an avalanche of toasty oak. The fruit shows even more on the juicy finish, making me think this wine will be better in another six months.",Winemaker's Private Bin,18,86,Gisborne,,,Corbans 1999 Winemaker's Private Bin Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbans-1999-winemakers-private-bin-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1999,Corbans
13,Red,US,"An interesting wine here: some decent blackberry and cassis aromas and flavors and a strong note of anise or licorice. It's not unpleasant, but it is atypical. Once you get past that, it's pretty good. Some high-toned tannins that suggest mid-term ageability.",Private Reserve,20,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1997 Private Reserve Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1997-private-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1997,Château Julien
13,Red,New Zealand,"Toast and chocolate notes vie with bright cherry-berry fruit in this middleweight. Some herb aromas creep in, but they're dried herbs, not the offensive green variety, and they add complexity to this straightforward red.",Reserve,17,86,Marlborough,,,Brancott 1999 Reserve Merlot (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1999-reserve-merlot-marlborough/,Merlot,1999,Brancott
13,White,New Zealand,"Wood and spice accents are married to a strong pineapple, peach and papaya core. Cream and vanilla flourishes add to the impression of lushness. Finishes with a blast of toasty oak.",Private Bin,15,86,East Coast,,,Villa Maria 1999 Private Bin Chardonnay (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-1999-private-bin-chardonnay-east-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Villa Maria
,White,New Zealand,"It's the odd Kiwi producer whose Riesling is more expensive than their Sauvignon Blanc, but it shows where the priorities are at this winery. Softly fragrant pears and limes meld with ripe golden apples on the soft, somewhat sweet (17g/L residual sugar) palate.",,12,86,Canterbury,,,Giesen 2000 Riesling (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-2000-riesling-canterbury/,Riesling,2000,Giesen
,White,New Zealand,"Pears and pineapples turn buttery and oaky in the mouth without being overdone. A lush, easy-drinking wine that's fairly soft and designed for immediate gratification, unlike some of Grove Mill's other offerings.",,18,86,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Grove Mill
,Dessert,New Zealand,"Only lightly sweet, with simple orange-blossom and lime flavors that are crisp and inviting. To drink alone, or maybe with foie gras, not with a sticky dessert.",Late Harvest,13,86,Eastern Bays,,,Matua Valley 2000 Late Harvest Muscat (Eastern Bays),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-2000-late-harvest-muscat-eastern-bays/,Muscat,2000,Matua Valley
,Red,US,"What a pretty aroma on this soft, likeable wine. Very forward, full of black cherry, black tea, caramel, smoke, mushroom and oak, and yet it's delicate and rather “feminine.” A little light in flavor, with black cherry and spices. The texture is creamy, the tannins are soft; yet it manages to retain a firm grip on the palate. Very fine value in Pinot Noir. Best Buy.",,8,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Dunnewood 1998 Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1998-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,1998,Dunnewood
14.5,Red,US,"Kind of big for a Pinot, almost the size of a lighter Zinfandel. Of course, it's enormously fruity, with raspberries and powdered spices, earthy nuances and herbal and tomato notes. The tannins are mild and the acids low, which makes things soft. It's pleasant drinking, if not especially varietal.",,20,86,California,California Other,California,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
13,Red,New Zealand,"Light in color but certainly not shy on flavor, this Pinot begins with toasty, smoky oak aromas coupled with chocolate and berries. It's fairly full on the palate, then turns spicy on the finish.",Premier,18,86,Canterbury,,,Sandihurst 1998 Premier Pinot Noir (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandihurst-1998-premier-pinot-noir-canterbury/,Pinot Noir,1998,Sandihurst
,White,New Zealand,"Luscious peaches and pears blend with sweet vanilla oak. Soft and supple, this is a drink-me-now wine that defines what many consumers mean when they ask for Chardonnay.",,15,86,Eastern Bays,,,Matua Valley 1999 Chardonnay (Eastern Bays),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1999-chardonnay-eastern-bays/,Chardonnay,1999,Matua Valley
12,White,New Zealand,"A softer, gentler Marlborough Savvy, with warm melon and passion fruit accented by only a touch of gooseberry. Pink grapefruit flavors accent the finish.",,15,86,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-1999-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Omaka Springs
,White,US,"Primarily from the High Plains and Hill Country, a fruity-citrusy-figgy wine with a nice cut of smoky apricot. Drinks quite full-bodied and rich, and very dry, with pretty acidity, and then turns tartly crisp on the finish.",,8,86,Texas,Texas,,Llano Estacado 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llano-estacado-2000-sauvignon-blanc-texas/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Llano Estacado
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Fresh and light; the grapefruit and gooseberry aromas and flavors are tinged with capsicum and green peas. The residual sugar is noticeable, at 6–7 g/L, but balanced by brisk acidity.",Fall Harvest,10,86,Marlborough,,,House of Nobilo 2000 Fall Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-2000-fall-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,House of Nobilo
,White,US,"More floral, tropical-fruit notes than usual in a Pinot Gris. Quite flowery and rich in the mouth, with flavors of butter, honey and apricot. It's on the dry side, with a hefty jolt of acidity that keeps things clean. Nice cocktail-style wine.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Domaine Santa Barbara 1999 Pinot Gris (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-barbara-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Gris,1999,Domaine Santa Barbara
,Red,Spain,"Dried cherry and spice aromas and flavors accented by peppery, meaty notes mark this joven (young wine). A blend of 80% Tempranillo and 20% Mazuela, it has a light, even mouthfeel. The acids are tangy, and a little prickly now, and the bright finish shows spicy elements.",Faustino VII,12,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1998 Faustino VII  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1998-vii-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Bodegas Faustino
13.5,White,US,"A likable, easy-drinking Chard that won't bust your budget, with plenty of ripe flavors and winemaker bells and whistles. It's got spicy, vanilla-accented peach aromas, and while it drinks a bit thin, it's got some class and style. The finish lasts for a pretty long time, with oaky, spicy flavors. This is a good value, especially from a top winery. Best Buy.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,St. Francis
,White,New Zealand,"A deft touch with oak leaves this wine's green-apple and citrus flavors with only the barest hints of toast, woodsmoke and spice. Bears a resemblance to well-made Macons.",,20,87,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 1997 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-1997-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1997,Wairau River
,Red,New Zealand,"Aims at a northern Rhône style and succeeds, with modest oak levels and some smoky, meaty nuances. The boysenberry and blackberry fruit flavors are juicy and tart, leading into a dusty finish.",Gimblett Road,35,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 1999 Gimblett Road Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-1999-gimblett-road-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,1999,Trinity Hill
,White,New Zealand,"A hint of green herbs on the nose gives way to more generous flavors of grapefruit and peach. The fleshy midpalate and lime backbone bode well for aging. As an example, the '94 and '95 are drinking well now.",,,87,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2000 Riesling (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2000-riesling-martinborough/,Riesling,2000,Palliser Estate
,Red,New Zealand,Shows obvious oak influence that seems almost like maple syrup in character; also solid black-cherry fruit that has just a hint of dried herbs. Low acidity gives it an appealing lushness.,Esslin,99,87,Waiheke Island,,,Goldwater 1998 Esslin Merlot (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-1998-esslin-merlot-waiheke-island/,Merlot,1998,Goldwater
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"A powerful red that relies more on nonfruit aromas and flavors for its character: smoke, cedar, cocoa and a large helping of bitter herbs all shift and intermingle over, under and through cassis and black cherries.",Reserve Limited Edition,15,87,North Island,,,Huntaway Reserve 1998 Reserve Limited Edition Red (North Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntaway-reserve-1998-limited-edition-red-north-island/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Huntaway Reserve
13,White,New Zealand,"A soft, gentle style of Sauvignon Blanc, with gooseberry and nectarine fruit that seems almost creamy across the palate. Approximately 25% went through malolactic fermentation to smooth out the edges, and the result is a plush, creamy wine quite different from most N.Z. Sauvignon Blanc.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Kim Crawford
,Sparkling,New Zealand,A crisp sparkler that features a nice blend of tropical fruit with green apples and limes. Some biscuity and yeasty notes provide added complexity.,Rory Brut,,87,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 1996 Rory Brut  (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1996-rory-brut-sparkling-marlborough/,Champagne Blend,1996,Kim Crawford
,Red,New Zealand,"Rich cassis and chocolate aromas and flavors are offset by wisps of green bell pepper that comes and goes—one sniff it's there, the next it's not. Displays good richness and warm, supple tannins but may be too “green” for some consumers.",Fairhall Estate,22,87,Marlborough,,,Brancott 1997 Fairhall Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1997-fairhall-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-marlborough/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Brancott
,White,US,"An exquisite wine that combines delicacy and harmony with enormously fruity-spicy flavors that fill the mouth. The aromas suggest candied ginger, tropical fruits, vanilla and wildflowers. The flavors are effusively fruity and on the dry side, with refreshingly crisp acidity. Try it with Asian-Pacific fusion foods.",,12,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mark West 1999 Gewürztraminer (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-1999-gewurztraminer-sonoma-county/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Mark West
,Red,New Zealand,"At first sniff, it's a plummy, toasty wine, without the herbal characteristics that in excess can mar N.Z. reds. Strongly focused, even a little austere right now, this needs some time to flesh out—if it ever does.",Smith Dartmoor Estate,18,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1998 Smith Dartmoor Estate Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1998-smith-dartmoor-estate-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1998,Matua Valley
14,White,New Zealand,"Shows good intensity of pineapple, citrus and buttered-toast flavors, but still seems a bit gawky and young. Give this one another six months or a year to knit together before hitting its stride.",,25,87,Martinborough,,,Nga Waka 1999 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nga-waka-1999-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Nga Waka
13.6,Red,US,"A juicy, delicious wine; the best Atlas Peak Sangiovese so far. It's got pronounced berry-fruit flavors, with a peppery, spicy component and a rich earthiness. Soft and round, it's easy to drink, and while not especially complex, offers plenty of pleasure. Finishes with just a slight hit of tannins.",,16,87,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 1997 Sangiovese (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1997-sangiovese-napa-atlas-peak/,Sangiovese,1997,Atlas Peak
,White,New Zealand,"Tight on the nose, not showing much except for aggressive jalapeño and herb. Intense and structured; winemaker David Pearce believes this wine will last up to eight years.",,17,87,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Grove Mill
,Red,New Zealand,"Simple cherry flavors are clean, pure and easy to drink. At the suggested price of $15, this would be a Best Buy if it were available in the United States. Future vintages will be Marlborough-Hawkes Bay blends and be available in the U.S.; let's hope the quality stays at this level or even improves.",,,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Pinot Noir (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-pinot-noir-hawkes-bay/,Pinot Noir,2000,Kim Crawford
13.8,Red,US,"Very pale in color, just beyond rose. Wonderfully fragrant aromas of black cherries, cola, Oriental spices, smoke and mushroomy earth. It packs a real punch in the mouth, too, with a great depth of rich, fruity, spicy flavor. Dry, with soft tannins but lively acidity.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 1998 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Rutz
13.8,White,US,"A rich, complex Chardonnay with apple and peach notes and a strong mineral component. A scent of something like gunmetal or flint follows through in the flavors and helps give the wine a steely backbone. A distinctive wine; very dry and crisp.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rutz 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutz-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rutz
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Chocolate, cassis and cream are joined on the nose by hints of dried herbs. The black-currant flavors turn tobaccoey on the palate, but the rich texture holds the wine together. Soft tannins make this a wine for current consumption.",Longlands,16,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 1999 Longlands Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-1999-longlands-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Te Awa Farm
,White,New Zealand,"On-the-lees aging accounts for the added richness of this bottling. It's quite unyielding at first, then opens up slowly to reveal green peas and stone fruits accented by just a hint of chili pepper.",Cellar Selection,22,87,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2000 Cellar Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2000-cellar-selection-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Villa Maria
13.2,White,US,"Classic Highlands Chard, with very bright, pure, focused aromas and flavors of tropical fruits and spices. The flavors are strong and clean. Oak adds shadings of smoke, vanilla and buttered toast, and there's something creamy and leesy in the texture. A fine wine of some complexity, at a fair price.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Cloninger 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloninger-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,1999,Cloninger
,White,US,"If the grapes were any riper, they'd be doing chin-ups in the glass. A blast of pungent peach, green apple and cantaloupe notes is accented by new oak. That power carries over to the flavors. It might almost be too ripe for food. Definitely in the California style, like it or not.",,15,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1999 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Philip Staley
,Red,New Zealand,"Dark cassis aromas and flavors are accented by green herbs and a touch of raisiny character. Despite the wine's dark, saturated color and adequate structure, the combination of green and overripe notes suggests drinking over the short term.",Helmsman,40,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1998 Helmsman Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1998-helmsman-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Sacred Hill
13,Red,US,"A juicy, plump wine that's filled with fun flavors, among them blackberry, mocha, vanilla and dark candied cherries. The tannins are soft; the acidity just fine. Don't turn your nose up because of the price, or because you think Monterey and Cabernet don't mix. This is a darned good value. Best Buy.",Barrel Aged,10,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-barrel-aged-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Château Julien
13.9,White,US,"Super-ripe grapes put their shoulder to the wheel for a highly extracted wine characterized by masses of peach and pear flavors. Oak contributes added spice, vanilla and smoke. It's as plush as could be, but it's also soft and a bit flabby. An impression of sweetness lingers in the finish.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Rodney Strong 1999 Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,1999,Rodney Strong
13.5,Red,US,"From the Sutter Home family, a super value. You'll find sweetly ripe, round berry-cherry fruit flavors in a soft, supple package that's easy to drink. It's delicious and has some real class and elegance. Definitely a best buy in Merlot. Best Buy.",Family Selection,12,87,California,California Other,California,M. Trinchero 1998 Family Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1998-family-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,M. Trinchero
,White,New Zealand,"The strong toasted-oak aromas ride heavy over melon and pear fruit, but this wine manages to keep it together, turning almost elegant on the finish, where the oak is reflected in a long menthol echo.",Poverty Bay,,87,Gisborne,,,Nobilo 1999 Poverty Bay Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-1999-poverty-bay-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1999,Nobilo
14.4,White,US,"Starts with classic California Chardonnay aromas, including ripe peach and tangerine, smoke, honey, buttered toast and a nice burst of creamy lees. It's very fruity (as you'd expect from this vintage) and sharp, with good acidity cleansing the palate. A very pleasant wine and well worth the price.",Reserve Coastal,15,87,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1999 Reserve Coastal Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1999-reserve-coastal-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Callaway
13.5,Red,US,"If you're a fan of Chilean Cabs, you'll like this one. It's got some real finesse and depth, with black-currant and oak notes throughout. It's actually plush and opulent, although in a low-key way. Yes, it's light, but the long, rich finish points to good grape sourcing, plus, of course, a fantastic vintage. This is a great value. Best Buy.",Vineyard Reserve,10,87,California,California Other,California,Bandiera 1999 Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandiera-1999-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bandiera
,White,New Zealand,"Hints of mint on the nose give added nuance to this unusual, almost honeyed-tasting Sauvignon Blanc. Oranges and vanilla-cream are complemented by toast notes from aging in French oak.",Brancott Estate,25,87,Marlborough,,,Brancott 1998 Brancott Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1998-estate-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Brancott
,White,US,"One of those wines that smells so good, you could just sniff and swirl. There's lemongrass, vanilla, spearmint, butter and toast and a honeyed sweetness. Rich and flavorful, with melon and citrus flavors and a round, creamy texture. A slight touch of sweetness makes it fat, but it's basically a dry wine. This is a super value. Buy it by the case for your house white. Best Buy.",,7,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Dunnewood 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1999-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Dunnewood
13.8,White,US,"Here's another good Chard from a vintage that produced a lot of them. It's ripe and aromatic, with a depth of peach-apple fruit, spices and smoky oak. A hint of lees and a creamy texture add complexity.",,16,87,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 1999 Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1999-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,1999,Atlas Peak
,White,New Zealand,"The proprietor—you guessed it, Allan Scott—doesn't like herbaceousness in Sauvignon Blanc and you can tell from the ripeness and lack of green flavors in his wine. Instead, there's mild grapefruit coupled with melon and passion fruit.",,15,87,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Allan Scott
13.5,White,US,"Surprisingly rich and layered for this price. Shines with grass, melon, smoke, lime and butter aromas. Equally tasty in the mouth, with a spicy density that lingers long on the palate. Very flavorful, with ripe, full-bodied lemon-and-lime fruit. Zesty acidity keeps the slight sweetness balanced. One of the year's best Sauvignon Blanc values. Best Buy",,9,87,California,California Other,California,Buena Vista 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1999-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Buena Vista
,White,New Zealand,"Hard to believe that first-crop fruit went into this wine. Peaches, honey, nuts on the nose; lime and white stone fruits on the palate. Good acidity and a bit of black pepper on the finish. Limited availability.",,16,87,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 2000 Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-2000-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2000,Isabel Estate
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Toasty, but backed up by solid black-cherry fruit that fills the mouth with a touch of creaminess. The dark fruit flavors persist well into the finish where they are joined by a hint of mint and smoke.",,25,87,Waipara,,,Muddy Water 1999 Pinot Noir (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muddy-water-1999-pinot-noir-waipara/,Pinot Noir,1999,Muddy Water
,White,New Zealand,"Hawkes Bay's slighter warmer temperatures have given this N.Z. Riesling a softer, more approachable nature than many of its compatriots. With its barely perceptible residual sugar, it almost tastes “fuzzy” like peach or apricot skins, but with a core of pear and spice flavors. Best Buy.",,12,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Coopers Creek 2000 Riesling (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-2000-riesling-hawkes-bay/,Riesling,2000,Coopers Creek
13.5,White,US,"From cool coastal vineyards, this wine shows an unusual degree of richness for this price. The nose offers tropical fruits and spicy oak, and the flavors are boldly fruity. It almost achieves a degree of complexity. All in all, a fine value. Best Buy.",Coastal,,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1999 Coastal Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-coastal-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Robert Mondavi
,White,New Zealand,"Avoids the overtly herbal-vegetal aspects of Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc, instead opting for deep passion-fruit and nectarine flavors. Turns just a bit green on the finish, with a welcome hint of jalapeño.",,16,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-2000-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Matariki
,White,US,"Starts off with powerful aromas of tropical fruits and spices, with buttery notes and oaky-vanilla complexity. Drinks fat and sweet, with very forward tropical fruit flavors and high, biting acidity. Clean, bright and focused. Drink now, or over the next year.",,13,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1999 Pinot Blanc (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1999-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Paraiso Vineyards
,White,New Zealand,"A soft, round wine that's filled with pineapples, oranges and cream. A bit of alcoholic heat on the finish combines with spicy new oak to give it added kick, with a buttery aftertaste.",,23,87,Marlborough,,,Palliser Estate 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Palliser Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"The bright cherry flavors carry a bit of toast and herb; together with a smoked-meat quality that emerges, it all makes for a complex wine. Smooth, soft tannins on the finish are complemented by juicy acids.",,19,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Glazebrook 1999 Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glazebrook-1999-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Glazebrook
13,Red,New Zealand,"Black cherries, dried herbs and a hint of toast make for a flavorful mouthful. Fleshy without being soft, thanks to vibrant acidity that will cut through rich meat dishes. No tannins to speak of, so there's no need to wait before popping the cork on this one.",Winemaker's Selection,13,87,East Coast,,,Corbans 1999 Winemaker's Selection Merlot (East Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbans-1999-winemakers-selection-merlot-east-coast/,Merlot,1999,Corbans
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Intriguing aromas of florists' greenery (ferns), mint, green apple and pears whet the palate. The flavors are more subtle, ranging from Anjou to Chinese pears. Tart, lime-like flavors appear on the long finish.",Old River,12,87,Marlborough,,,Cairnbrae 2000 Old River Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairnbrae-2000-old-river-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Cairnbrae
13,Red,US,"Classic Northern California Cabernet at a fair price, which makes it a value these days. It begins with aromas of black currants, anise and smoky, charry oak, and doesn't disappoint on the palate. There's plenty of polished blackberry and currant fruit, with a nice blast of oak. Very dry and clean. You notice how well it scours the mouth and stays crisp and elegant on the finish.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Rodney Strong
,White,New Zealand,"Shows restrained oaking, with subtle toast and menthol aromas serving to accent the delicate peach and pear flavors. Well-balanced, this would be fine with many lighter fish dishes or poached chicken breasts. Best Buy.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Selaks 2000 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-2000-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Selaks
,Red,US,"Dark as you'd expect and chock full of elaborately crafted dark stone fruits. For all its outsized flavors, it's soft in both acidity and tannins; yet, there's something robust and chewy about it, enough so that it could accompany rich meats. It's well made and nicely balanced.",Ranchito Canyon Vineyard,18,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1997 Ranchito Canyon Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1997-ranchito-canyon-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1997,Tobin James
,White,US,"A fine effort, brimming with bright, clean lemony fruit, as well as spiced apple, pear, and vanilla. It's light on the oak, and drinks very clean and supple, with impressive depth. Low alcohol (12.1%) keeps it light and enjoyable.",,12,88,Texas,Texas,,Llano Estacado 2000 Chardonnay (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llano-estacado-2000-chardonnay-texas/,Chardonnay,2000,Llano Estacado
,White,New Zealand,"Gentle toast nuances grace boatloads of peaches, pears and limes. The full fruit stands up to the oak well, while picking up dried-spice shadings on the finish.",Matheson Vineyard,20,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1999 Matheson Vineyard Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1999-matheson-vineyard-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Matua Valley
,White,New Zealand,"Strong grassiness is nicely offset by flavors of peaches and tropical fruits in this offering from UC Davis-trained Alwyn Corban. Finishes with juicy grapefruit, jalapeño pepper and spicy herbs, giving it a little extra kick.",,12,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Glazebrook 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glazebrook-2000-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Glazebrook
,Red,New Zealand,"Rich cassis aromas also carry a leafy, tobacco-like note. Then some chocolate emerges on the palate, along with dried herbs. Despite this wine's Cabernet content, it's ready to drink now.",Reserve,24,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Coopers Creek 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-1998-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Coopers Creek
,White,US,"Here's a rich, lively wine marked by grassy, citrus flavors veering into ripe figs, and shaped by barrel fermentation and oak notes. It has a nice, creamy, leesy texture, and is dry and spicy.",Terre Vermeille Vineyard,17,88,California,Lake County,Lake County,Stefan Daniels 1999 Terre Vermeille Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stefan-daniels-1999-terre-vermeille-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Stefan Daniels
,Red,New Zealand,"Deep black-cherry and cola aromas pick up subtle chocolate and toast notes. In the mouth, the fruit flavors come to the fore, with sour cherries accented by cocoa-powder tannins on the finish.",,24,88,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 1999 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-1999-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,1999,Mt. Difficulty
,Red,New Zealand,"Features a sandy, earthy, beetroot character on the nose, then sweet black-cherry and tea flavors on the palate. The long, moderately tannic finish suggests it will hold for a few years, but it's enjoyable even now.",,26,88,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 1999 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-1999-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Palliser Estate
,White,New Zealand,Mild aromas of peaches and nectarines lead into a fairly full-bodied wine that ends with notes of grapefruit and lemon.,Boyzown Vineyard,18,88,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Boyzown Vineyard Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-boyzown-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2000,Kim Crawford
,Red,US,"From Sutter Home's upper tier of wines, this is a fully ripened Cabernet brimming with rich black-currant fruit, complex with oak. Full-bodied but supple. The finely meshed tannins and soft acidity make it fully approachable now.",Proprietor's Series,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trinchero 1997 Proprietor's Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinchero-1997-proprietors-series-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Trinchero
,White,New Zealand,"Oily and buttery, the green-apple fruit blends in some peach and pear notes along with plenty of mentholly French oak. Finishes long, with echoes of smoke and toast.",Reserve Barrel Selection,20,88,Marlborough,,,Giesen 1999 Reserve Barrel Selection Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-1999-reserve-barrel-selection-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Giesen
,White,New Zealand,"The very ripe flavors of pears and peaches are a little sweet, but nicely balanced by a cool edge of lime-tinged acids that provide focus to the fruit-bowl flavors. Typical New Zealand style of fairly high alcohol (for Riesling), coupled with slight residual sugar and intense acidity.",,26,88,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 2000 Riesling (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-2000-riesling-central-otago/,Riesling,2000,Felton Road
,White,New Zealand,"A crisp, refreshing drink that shows typical N.Z. Sauvignon character—gooseberries, grapefruit, green pepper—without tasting aggressively green or underripe. The tart acids on the finish would make this pair nicely with steamed mussels and the like. Best Buy.",,11,88,Marlborough,,,Selaks 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Selaks
,Red,New Zealand,"Richly oaked and spicy, with a cinnamon-cocoa-espresso character. Earthy and dark; the black cherry flavors poke through on the spicy, peppery finish. This one could age or could fall apart, so why risk it? Drink now.",Founders Estate,,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Selaks 1998 Founders Estate Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-1998-founders-estate-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1998,Selaks
,White,New Zealand,"This blend of Riesling (usually 60–70%) and Müller-Thurgau gets musky, spicy notes from the M-T, while the bulk of the flavors and aromas are apricot and orange from the Riesling. Sweet and fairly low in alcohol (10%), this would make a nice pairing with various fruit desserts.",Noble School Road Late Harvest,18,88,Canterbury,,,Giesen 1999 Noble School Road Late Harvest Riesling (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-1999-noble-school-road-late-harvest-riesling-canterbury/,Riesling,1999,Giesen
,White,New Zealand,"The cool climate of Canterbury shows through in this wine's lemony fruit and tangy acidity. Add to that a touch of toast and a custardy, leesy mouthfeel and the wine comes out a winner.",Reserve Barrel Selection,20,88,Canterbury,,,Giesen 1998 Reserve Barrel Selection Chardonnay (Canterbury),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giesen-1998-reserve-barrel-selection-chardonnay-canterbury/,Chardonnay,1998,Giesen
13.4,Red,New Zealand,"Juicy, briary blackberry fruit is spiced up by hints of mint, smoke, chocolate and cedar. Tannins are ripe and soft, making this approachable right now.",Winemaker's Private Bin,20,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Corbans 1998 Winemaker's Private Bin Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbans-1998-winemakers-private-bin-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Corbans
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Thick aromas of cocoa and leather are accented by bright cherries. Rich and full-flavored without being heavy, the wine's strong coffee flavors are counterbalanced by a beam of cherry fruit that persists through the finish. Ready to drink now.",,16,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 1999 Pinotage (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-1999-pinotage-hawkes-bay/,Pinotage,1999,Te Awa Farm
13,Red,New Zealand,"A bigger, richer wine than Te Awa Farm's Longlands Cabernet blend, this Merlot is packed with black-cherry and chocolate aromas and flavors. A supple texture makes this drinkable now, but some black-tea notes on the finish argue in favor of at least short-term cellaring. Try in 2003 if you can wait that long.",Longlands,16,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 1999 Longlands Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-1999-longlands-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1999,Te Awa Farm
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Starts off with appealing oatmeal and toast aromas that complement ripe peaches and oranges. The fruit shines on the palate up until the finish, when some rough oak edges show through. Like all of the Te Awa Farm wines, the texture really stands out: a perfect blend of weight and viscosity that's mouth-filling without being heavy.",Longlands,16,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 1999 Longlands Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-1999-longlands-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Te Awa Farm
13,White,New Zealand,"Ripe, lightly buttered pears are tinged with a light muskiness and married to tropical fruits like guava in this soft, easy-to-drink wine that tastes like Chardonnay, without the overlay of oak to which consumers are so accustomed.",Unoaked,17,88,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Kim Crawford
,White,US,"Another flavorful Chard from a fine region and vintage. Aromas of tropical fruits, spices, oak, smoke and lees. Rich and fine in the mouth. The structure is particularly elegant, with crisp acidity, smooth tannins and alcohol all well integrated with the fruit. Gets extra points for harmony and balance.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Domaine Santa Barbara 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-santa-barbara-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,1999,Domaine Santa Barbara
,White,New Zealand,"Not shy on the oak, this full-bore wine features toast, butter and oak-imparted spice, backed up by baked pears garnished with cinnamon. Yet it manages to hold together with a finish that echoes with pineapple and citrus.",,18,88,Marlborough,,,Allan Scott 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allan-scott-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Allan Scott
,White,New Zealand,"Toasted oats impart a mealy texture and sophisticated complexity. The fruit core consists of oranges and nectarines, shot through with tropical fruits. Finishes clean and bright. Easy to like and easy to drink.",Ormond Estate,25,88,Gisborne,,,Brancott 1998 Ormond Estate Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1998-ormond-estate-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,Brancott
,Red,Spain,"Toasty oak and tobacco shadings are wrapped around the dark-cherry fruit core of this 100% Tempranillo wine. The full and supple palate shows good depth of fruit, leather and spice accents. This handsome modern-style Rioja finishes long and tangy, with moderate tannins.",Rioja Crianza,15,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1997 Rioja Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1997-rioja-crianza-tempranillo-blend-rioja/,Tempranillo Blend,1997,Bodegas Faustino
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Elegant and well-integrated, with the oaky touches of caramel and toast playing off black cherries and a faint stemminess that gives added grip to the faintly tannic finish. Nice wine at a nice price for Pinot.",Reserve,17,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 1999 Reserve Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1999-reserve-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Brancott
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Pungent; filled with boxwood and gooseberry aromas, this is a character-filled wine that's not for the faint-hearted. The mouthfeel is ripe and weighty, nicely balanced by a tart, bitter-grapefruit-pith finish that lingers enticingly on the tongue.",,18,88,Marlborough,,,Fairhall Downs 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fairhall-downs-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Fairhall Downs
,White,New Zealand,"A blend of barrel-fermented (60%) and tank-fermented (40%) juice, that displays elegant pear-citrus flavors combined with toasted marshmallows. The oak shows strongest on the finish, where it develops caramel and spice notes.",,17,88,Central Otago,,,Mt. Difficulty 1999 Chardonnay (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mt-difficulty-1999-chardonnay-central-otago/,Chardonnay,1999,Mt. Difficulty
,White,New Zealand,"Toasty aromas mingle with vanilla and cream on the nose before giving way on the palate to melons and a strong fig component, possibly from the 15% Sémillon that's been blended in. A ripe, barrel-marked style.",Matheson Vineyard,15,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1999 Matheson Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1999-matheson-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Matua Valley
,White,US,"Someday Americans will rediscover the delights of Riesling, and wines like this will help them do it. You hardly notice the slight residual sugar. It's just enough to let the apple, pear and wildflower flavors dance on the palate. Good acidity helps keep things clean and balanced. Really, there's so much to like about this wine, especially as an accompaniment to, say, fusion dishes, that's it's sad to think most people will never experience its pleasures. Best Buy.",,10,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Paraiso Vineyards 1999 Riesling (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1999-riesling-central-coast-monterey-county/,Riesling,1999,Paraiso Vineyards
,White,New Zealand,"Representative Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc: melon, grapefruit and passion fruit in abundance, followed by a finish that's marked by green herbs and bell pepper.",,,88,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Nobilo
,White,New Zealand,"Lush tropical fruit is joined by vanilla and spice. Starts out a bit tight and restrained but blossoms with time in the glass, displaying good richness and intensity.",Barrel Fermented,20,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1999 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1999-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Sacred Hill
,White,New Zealand,"An impressive debut release for this bottling, which boasts juicy ripe-peach aromas. The cantaloupe-like palate is soft and smooth and the wine goes down easy, with just enough acidity on the finish to keep it fresh.",Drylands,,88,Marlborough,,,Selaks 2000 Drylands Pinot Gris (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-2000-drylands-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-marlborough/,Pinot Gris,2000,Selaks
,Red,US,"This dry, earthy wine succeeds with soft but intricate tannins and bracing acidity, together with a rich, hearty mouthfeel. The fruit could be a little more polished. Nonetheless this wine is complex, and a good companion to a wide range of foods.",Signature Red,9,88,Texas,Texas,,Llano Estacado 1999 Signature Red Red (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llano-estacado-1999-signature-red-texas/,Red Blend,1999,Llano Estacado
,White,US,"Rich and packed with spicy tropical fruit. New oak imparts smoke and vanilla notes. The texture is creamy and smooth, kind of custardy, with high acidity that makes it drink whistle-clean. A very nice wine.",Los Alamos Vineyard Reserve,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Royal Oaks 1999 Los Alamos Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1999-los-alamos-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Chardonnay,1999,Royal Oaks
13.5,White,New Zealand,"From a region better known for Burgundian varieties, this Sauvignon Blanc has turned out well. Passion fruit, peaches and gooseberries flow across the palate, which features a bit of creaminess. A hint of capsicum (green pepper) intensifies on the finish.",,20,88,Martinborough,,,Nga Waka 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nga-waka-2000-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Nga Waka
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Avoids the herbal elements of Merlot and instead emphasizes the smoky, meaty complexities to its robust flavors of black cherry and plum. Ready to drink now, or age up to five years.",Te Awanga,21,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Kim Crawford 1999 Te Awanga Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1999-te-awanga-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1999,Kim Crawford
,White,New Zealand,I've recommended this wine in previous vintages and the 2000 is another fine example. There's a fair degree of sweetness (17g/L residual sugar) but it's balanced by a slight pétillance and zesty acidity. Ripe peaches and pears turn to oranges and limes on the finish.,,16,88,Marlborough,,,Grove Mill 2000 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-mill-2000-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Grove Mill
,White,New Zealand,"Young and tight, this wine needs a few months to unwind. Still, you can taste the quality, from a delicate herbal note to the green-pea flavors and long, tart, lime-and-herb-accented finish.",Reserve,15,88,Marlborough,,,Brancott 2000 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Brancott
,White,New Zealand,"This is a full, rich bottling, with few of the green notes found in so many Kiwi Sauvignon Blancs. Grapefruit and passion-fruit flavors coat the mouth in a creamy wave.",Icon Series,,89,Marlborough,,,Nobilo 1999 Icon Series Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-1999-icon-series-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Nobilo
,Red,New Zealand,"Felton Road's “entry-level” Pinot is better than many producers' top-end bottlings, and priced accordingly. The blend of sour and black cherries combines cola, cocoa and thyme notes with deep earthy flavors and a silky texture. Drink now and over the next few years.",,45,89,Central Otago,,,Felton Road 1999 Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felton-road-1999-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,1999,Felton Road
,Red,Spain,"This is classic Rioja Reserva, with textbook cherry, earth, leather and meaty Tempranillo flavors supported by a good acid spine and moderate tannins. The elegant finish is dry and spicy.",Faustino V Riserva,17,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1995 Faustino V Riserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1995-v-riserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Bodegas Faustino
,White,US,"Riesling, when well made, is one of the great white wines, and this one is well made. There are floral, honeyed and citrus-fruit flavors here, but what makes it notable is the steely, minerally backbone. An intensely fruity, spicy finish adds a flourish. A very good wine and an unbelievable value. Best Buy.",Pacific Rim Dry,10,89,California,California-Washington,,Bonny Doon 1999 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling (California-Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-1999-pacific-rim-dry-riesling-washington/,Riesling,1999,Bonny Doon
,Red,Spain,"Sweet cherry and dried-rose notes on the nose are offset by some noticeable barnyardy scents. Elegant, but less generous on the palate and decidedly drier than the much older 1970, this finishes with dry tannins.",Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva,72,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Faustino 1982 Faustino I Rioja Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-faustino-1982-i-rioja-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1982,Bodegas Faustino
,White,New Zealand,"The restrained nose shows little in the way of herbal or grassy aromas, instead offering up melon and passion fruit. Full-bodied and intense, with a long citric finish that would make a perfect partner for a bowl of moules.",Awatere Valley,19,89,Marlborough,,,Vavasour 1999 Awatere Valley Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-1999-awatere-valley-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Vavasour
,White,New Zealand,"Ripe white stone fruits dominate, with just hints of oak and butter. Clean and crisp, elegant and harmonious; pears and nectarines emerge on the long finish.",,28,89,Marlborough,,,Cloudy Bay 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloudy-bay-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Cloudy Bay
,White,New Zealand,"Whether you like this wine or not will depend largely on how oak-tolerant you are—it's 100% barrel fermented and shows plenty of smoky, nutty nuances. It's also markedly creamy, with rich fruit flavors that lean toward white peach, melon and fig. The long, layered finish has enough acidity to carry the weight and oak.",Frontier,20,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 2000 Frontier Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-2000-frontier-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Te Awa Farm
,Red,New Zealand,"Fairly herbaceous, with aromas and flavors of green tea, herbs and tobacco that are complemented by cherry fruit. The soft tannins on the long, echoing finish bode well for the cellar.",,60,89,Waiheke Island,,,Goldwater 1998 Red (Waiheke Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-1998-red-waiheke-island/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Goldwater
13,White,New Zealand,"Shows a lot of citrusy fruit flavors—grapefruit and oranges—and passion fruit as well. Slightly creamy on the midpalate, before finishing with a faint herbal edge and strong lime-like acidity.",,18,89,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Isabel Estate
,White,US,"A tightly structured wine marked by apple and peach flavors, but there's a young earthiness that keeps it from being a mere fruit-fest. Lush, creamy and complex, with real density and weight. Lots to like here.",Quicksilver,18,89,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cinnabar 1999 Quicksilver Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-1999-quicksilver-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Cinnabar
,White,New Zealand,"Intense gooseberry and green-pea aromas and flavors are balanced by weighty stone fruits (white peaches and nectarines, green plums). Riper and less herbal than most Marlborough SBs.",Clifford Bay Reserve,30,89,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 2000 Clifford Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-2000-clifford-bay-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Villa Maria
,Red,US,"Good color and quite a bit of charm. Some impressive aromas of blackberry, mocha, violets and smoky oak, and similar rich, deep flavors. The tannins are soft and inviting. It misses excellence by a hair, but it's a very good wine.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackstone 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Blackstone
,White,New Zealand,"The distinctive nutty oatmeal aromas and flavors found in this wine give it a rich, toasty character without an overbearing oak presence. Ripe pear fruit provides depth, while lemony acidity carries the finish.",Renwick Estate,25,89,Marlborough,,,Brancott 1998 Renwick Estate Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brancott-1998-renwick-estate-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Brancott
,White,New Zealand,"The philosophy here is to rely on bottle age to bring the acids into balance, rather than doing a lot of malolactic fermentation. The current release is this '97 when most producers are onto the '99s. Despite only 15% malo, there's a creamy richness to this wine in the mouth to go with delicate toast and bold pineapple flavors that pick up anise and black pepper notes on the finish.",Reserve,22,89,Marlborough,,,Wairau River 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wairau-river-1997-reserve-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1997,Wairau River
,Red,Italy,"This 100% Sangiovese bottling serves up a textbook Chianti bouquet of black cherries, leather and earth. The same range, with good fruit focus, shows on the flavorful palate, with its dense, chewy texture. Fine, well-structured tannins indicate that this should improve over the next three years and age well.",Chianti Classico Riserva,30,89,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Villa Cafaggio 1997 Chianti Classico Riserva Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-1997-chianti-classico-riserva-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,1997,Villa Cafaggio
,White,US,"A remarkably intense wine from vineyards located in the western hills of Salinas Valley. Made with grapes ripened enough to veer it into tropical fruit territory, but those telltale Monterey acids are bright as a bell. A solid dose of oak lends smoky vanilla and spice components. The result is a full-throttle wine, strong and flavorful. What it lacks in refinement it makes up in sheer exuberance.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Paraiso Vineyards 1999 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Paraiso Vineyards
14.2,White,US,"One of a growing family of California whites that marry unrelated varietals, this is a rich, complex and delightful example, with a menagerie of flavors. The blending of Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Viognier yields everything from apples, peaches and grapefruit to flowers and honey. Slightly sweet, though protected by a racy acidity. The result is a lot of fun. But because the flavors are strong, it's best matched with the right foods. Smoked fish comes to mind; also fruity salsa toppings.",Alluvium Blanc,16,89,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1998 Alluvium Blanc White (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-alluvium-blanc-white-sonoma-knights-valley/,White Blend,1998,Beringer
,White,New Zealand,"A stylish and understated wine featuring finely etched peach and guava flavors accented by subtle French oak. Here's a wine that doesn't shout for attention, but nonetheless holds you with an earnest whisper.",Drylands,,89,Marlborough,,,Selaks 2000 Drylands Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/selaks-2000-drylands-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,2000,Selaks
,Red,US,"Hits the nail on the head, with ripe, juicy Cabernet aromas and flavors. There's great fruity extraction, with cassis, black-currant and plum flavors, complex with smoky oak. Despite the depth and concentration, the wine is deft, elegant and very dry. Best Buy.",Signature Clara's Vineyards,13,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Dunnewood 1997 Signature Clara's Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1997-signature-claras-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Dunnewood
,Red,New Zealand,"A wine that amply demonstrates the importance of site and barrel selection, as it lacks the weediness found in the non-vineyard-designated bottling. Instead it has ripe cassis and blackberry flavors marked by an intriguing hint of hickory smoke.",Matheson Vineyard,17,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1999 Matheson Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1999-matheson-vineyard-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1999,Matua Valley
,White,New Zealand,"Heavily oaked, with lots of toast aromas, yet the full, tropical-fruit flavors handle the oak well. Buttery movie popcorn makes an appearance as well, followed by a nutty sensation on the finish.",Judd Estate,20,89,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 1999 Judd Estate Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1999-judd-estate-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1999,Matua Valley
,White,New Zealand,"A lush wine, filled with ripe pears and nectarines. Barrel-fermented in all new French oak, yet the richness of the fruit is such that the oak plays only a supporting role on the spicy, toasty finish.",,22,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 1999 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-1999-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Matariki
14,White,New Zealand,"None of winemaker Jenny Dobson's wines are shy on flavor. This one is loaded with ripe peach fruit, buttressed by a healthy dose of toasty French oak, which comes across reminiscent of hazelnuts. At three years of age, this top-notch Chard is just entering its prime-drinking window and should last another few years.",Frontier,20,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Te Awa Farm 1998 Frontier Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-awa-farm-1998-frontier-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1998,Te Awa Farm
,White,New Zealand,"This perennial favorite is a hit again. There's all the ingredients you expect in Kiwi Sauvignon Blanc: intense green herbs, tropical fruit, and a long, crisp finish.",,19,89,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-2000-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Palliser Estate
,Red,New Zealand,"With 95% Cabernet Franc and only 5% Merlot, there's plenty of floral and leafy, tobacco-like complexities and a certain austerity to the plummy, meaty flavors. Drink over the next few years with grilled or roasted meats.",Tané,30,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Kim Crawford 1999 Tané Cabernet Franc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1999-tane-cabernet-franc-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Franc,1999,Kim Crawford
,White,New Zealand,"Mild toast accents the delicate white peaches and Bosc pears found in this full-bodied, spicy Chard from the Mendoza (Wente) clone. Finishes lemony and long; should age a few years at least, but it's good now as well.",,22,89,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 1999 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-1999-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Isabel Estate
,White,New Zealand,"Pungent aromas of grapefruit and gooseberries lead into a wine that shows good richness in the mouth—it's almost creamy. Finishes long, with grapefruit and mint overtones.",,20,89,Marlborough,,,Goldwater 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Goldwater
,Red,US,"Cherry and raspberry mark this wine, along with spearmint, slightly herbaceous and tomato notes and smoky oak. It's varietally correct and more substantial than most Carneros Pinots, with the kind of meatiness you associate with, say, Russian River. The tannins are soft, but complex. For this robust, medium-bodied wine, try high-quality steaks and chops.",,17,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1998 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1998-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Buena Vista
,White,New Zealand,"A luscious wine with considerable residual sugar that manages to stay balanced because of its healthy acid levels. The rich pear and citrus flavors are thick in texture. Stylistically, this is reminiscent of Zind-Humbrecht's vieilles vignes bottling from Alsace.",,,90,New Zealand,,,Dry River 1999 Pinot Gris (New Zealand),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-river-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris/,Pinot Gris,1999,Dry River
,White,New Zealand,"Excellent integration of fruit and wood means it's hard to know where the flavors of one stop and the other start. It's toasty, nutty and peachy, rich and creamy, and ends with a flourish of crème brûlée.",Awatere Valley,23,90,Marlborough,,,Vavasour 1999 Awatere Valley Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vavasour-1999-awatere-valley-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Vavasour
,White,New Zealand,"Golden delicious apples and tropical fruits form the core of this elegant wine, accented by oak-imparted hints of toast, menthol and coconut. Finishes impressively, with the intensity building to a loud crescendo.",Gimblett Road,30,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 1998 Gimblett Road Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-1998-gimblett-road-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1998,Trinity Hill
,Red,New Zealand,"The intense combination of vanilla, cassis and black-cherry aromas results in an almost syrupy sensation—before even tasting the wine. On the palate, it is rich and full, but not cloying in the least, thanks to juicy acids and a strong streak of mint. Mildly tannic; can be drunk now or aged a few years.",Gimblett Road,30,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Trinity Hill 1998 Gimblett Road Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trinity-hill-1998-gimblett-road-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Trinity Hill
,Red,US,"Soft and juicy, with a lot of sweet, ripe, up-front fruit flavors, including blueberries. Deft and supple, with elegant, modulated tannins and low acidity. Creamy and rich, this is a very pleasant, fruit-driven wine that offers solid enjoyment. Editors' Choice.",Notorious,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1997 Notorious Cabernet Franc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1997-notorious-cabernet-franc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Tobin James
13.8,White,New Zealand,"Amply oaked, but with sufficient fruit to back it up, this wine starts with aromas of buttered toast, roasted nuts, crème brûlée and pineapple. Then it turns richly earthy and custardy on the palate, while still retaining a sense of balance through a beam of citrus-like acidity that adds cut to the finish.",Whole Bunch Pressed,33,90,Waipara,,,Pegasus Bay 1998 Whole Bunch Pressed Chardonnay (Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pegasus-bay-1998-whole-bunch-pressed-chardonnay-waipara/,Chardonnay,1998,Pegasus Bay
,White,US,"Yummy. Exotically rich, ripe fruit marks this expressive, polished wine. Apple, peach, pear, vanilla, and toast highlight the aroma, and it drinks extravagantly rich without being over the top. The finish is complex and harmonious.",Cellar Select,18,90,Texas,Texas,,Llano Estacado 2000 Cellar Select Chardonnay (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llano-estacado-2000-cellar-select-chardonnay-texas/,Chardonnay,2000,Llano Estacado
,Red,US,"The full bouquet displays impressive depth to its blackberry, mint, tobacco and herb scents. The palate is dense, with cassis, chocolate and licorice flavors accented by plenty of spicy oak. Long and spicy, the finish is even, with dark berry and tobacco notes. Has appeal now, but will be better if cellared two to five years.",Reserve,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fetzer 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Fetzer
,White,New Zealand,"Steer clear of this one if you like your Sauvignons done in stainless. This one is 100% barrel fermented, yielding some toasty, smoky aromas that blend well with the forceful tropical fruit flavors. There's guava and pineapple, smoke and menthol on the long finish.",Reserve,18,90,Marlborough,,,Coopers Creek 1999 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Coopers Creek
,Red,New Zealand,"From one of the older and more densely planted Pinot vineyards in the region, this is a wine of uncommon finesse and elegance. Black cherries and cola are touched with a hint of green tea and a kiss of toasty oak. Silky soft on the finish, making it great to drink now, but with this balance it should age at least a few years without a problem.",,26,90,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 1999 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-1999-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Isabel Estate
,White,New Zealand,"With only a hint of residual sugar, this wine leaves you free to focus on the intense peach, pear and lime fruit. Great balance and racy acidity prolongs the extended finish.",Dry Riesling,16,90,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 2000 Dry Riesling Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-2000-dry-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,2000,Kim Crawford
,White,New Zealand,"Buttered hazelnuts lead the flavor charge, followed by full, rich fruit that's creamy and marked by lees contact rather than primary fruit. The finish picks up dried-spice flavors of cinnamon and clove.",Judd Estate Innovator Handpicked,45,90,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 1998 Judd Estate Innovator Handpicked Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1998-judd-estate-innovator-handpicked-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,Matua Valley
,White,New Zealand,"Much more retrained and understated than the other Matua Valley offerings, this wine still needs a few months to blossom. Tight aromas of pear and apple and a long, powerful finish bode well for the future.",Ararimu,45,90,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 1998 Ararimu Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1998-ararimu-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,Matua Valley
,White,New Zealand,"A rich, lush blend of tropical and stone fruits, partially barrel-fermented to add a creamy texture and subtle spice notes. Seductive and supple in the mouth but with a solid backbone of acidity that keeps it from turning soft or mushy.",Reserve,25,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 1999 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Matariki
13,Red,New Zealand,"Fine cool-climate Syrah, with characteristic cracked-black-pepper aromas and ample acidic backbone to support rich blackberry fruit. Tannins are firm, but ripe. Not a fat, jammy style at all, but based on structure and spicy nuance.",Gimblett Road,30,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 1999 Gimblett Road Syrah (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-1999-gimblett-road-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hawkes-bay/,Syrah,1999,Matariki
13,White,New Zealand,"A whole mélange of sautéed tropical fruits jump out at you, accented by hints of vanilla oak. The finish is long and citrusy, reminiscent of carambola (star fruit).",Reserve,20,88,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-1999-reserve-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Te Kairanga
,White,US,"Pleasant enough and Chard-like, with aromas of tangerine, peach and a kiss of honeyed oak. It's got enough residual sugar to almost fall into the off-dry category. Well made and certainly affordable.",,10,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Blackstone 1999 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Blackstone
12.5,Red,Italy,"Cedar, cherry and menthol aromas open to a classic tart black-cherry and cinnamon-accented palate. Full, smooth and dry, it finishes long with some leather and black-tea flavors and solid tannins. Very handsomely constructed, this superbly balanced wine is already drinking well and should continue to improve.",Riserva,23,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Luiano 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luiano-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Luiano
13,Red,Italy,"Closed now, but the impressive depth and richness of fruit and texture are still evident. Opens with aromas of black and blueberries, touches of carob and cinnamon. Chewy, yet smooth and polished, cocoa and espresso accent the subdued very dark cherry fruit. Shows dusty tannins and a leathery note on the long finish. Cellar til 2005.",Lucius Riserva,25,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Viticcio 1997 Lucius Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-1997-lucius-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Viticcio
13,Red,Italy,"Opens with rich, dense fruitcake and spice aromas followed by dark plum, chocolate and licorice flavors. The texture is supple, even and dry, and the fine powdery tannins on the finish give it great immediate appeal.",Pèppoli,22,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antinori 1998 Pèppoli  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1998-peppoli-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Antinori
13,Red,Italy,"This dark wine has ripe black-cherry and plum fruit complemented by cinnamon, clove and heavy-toast oak. The suavely smooth palate displays more black fruit, licorice and olive accents. Espresso and semisweet chocolate flavors accompany the dusty tannins on the long finish. Cellar for two to four years.",Riserva,27,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casale dello Sparviero 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-dello-sparviero-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Casale dello Sparviero
13,Red,Italy,"Dark and alluring, with tobacco, toast and mineral notes accenting the deep cherry fruit, this wine may not have the depth of this producer's 1996 Riserva, but is still pleasurable and more forward. Balanced and even, it's ripe and complete. Closes with interesting black tea notes and broad tannins.",Montetondo,13,88,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Castello di Monastero 1998 Montetondo  (Chianti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monastero-1998-montetondo-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Monastero
13.5,Red,Italy,"An oak cloak envelopes this smooth, medium-weight wine, yielding a seamless black-plum and espresso profile. It's handsome, even seductive, in the modern manner, with earth, licorice and caramel notes.",Riserva Cellole,28,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Fabiano Calcinaia 1997 Riserva Cellole  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-calcinaia-1997-riserva-cellole-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,San Fabiano Calcinaia
13,Red,Italy,"Creamy berry and cherry aromas with glove-leather accents open into a tart cherry palate. Strikes a lean profile, with cedar and leather notes and even tannins on the dry finish. Best cellared a year or two; if it evolves well, it may merit a higher score.",Riserva,38,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Verrazzano 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verrazzano-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Verrazzano
13,Red,Italy,"Very big and dark, the deep cherry fruit here is cloaked—some might say overshadowed—by the intensity of the oak. Still, it possesses a stylish, suave quality and a good mouthfeel, even if it loses some typicity in the robe of international-style toast. Will be better in two or three years.",Croce Riserva,25,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Terrabianca 1997 Croce Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-1997-croce-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Terrabianca
,White,US,"Round with a full, figgy nose and a harmonious blend of grapefruit, melon, and pear flavors.  This medium-weight wine is perked up by a mineral note and spicy tang on the finish.",,13,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1999-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Charles Krug
,White,US,"Toasty, perhaps a little overly toasty, with lots of menthol notes. Still, there's an attractive nuttiness to the wine and solid pear and white-peach fruit.",Brick Kiln,17,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Daughters 1999 Brick Kiln Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-daughters-1999-brick-kiln-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1999,Channing Daughters
13,Red,US,"Heavy oak treatment marries well with this wine's dark, roasted black-cherry flavors, turning into chocolate and espresso on the finish. Has the structure to last a few years in the cellar but can be drunk now.",Reserve,30,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1997 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1997-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Palmer
13,Red,Australia,"There's nothing subtle about this intensely fruity wine. It's ripe black cherries all the way, with hints of chocolate and wintergreen. The tannins are soft, the acids low, but the flavors are so pretty that the lack of structure isn't a big issue in this everyday drinker.",,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Teal Lake 2000 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teal-lake-2000-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,2000,Teal Lake
12.5,White,Australia,"Opens with ripe apple, honey and herb aromas, and opens to apple and peach flavors and an even, almost velvety texture. It's a stylish Chardonnay for everyday drinking.",Herzog Selection,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Teal Lake 1999 Herzog Selection Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teal-lake-1999-herzog-selection-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Teal Lake
13.5,White,US,"These grapes were pushed hard: first for ripeness and low yields, then with barrel fermentation and plenty of new wood. The result is a rich, buttery, nutty wine with a core of white-peach flavors that never fully reveal themselves. Drink young before the fruit fades.",Reserve,22,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-1998-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Macari
13,Red,US,"Offers ripe fruit—yellow peaches and golden apples—in a medium-bodied package that's virtually guaranteed not to offend. A good, versatile quaffer.",,19,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Schneider 1998 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schneider-1998-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Schneider
13.5,Red,Italy,"Smooth, with a slightly barnyardy element in the midst of the creamy cherry and oak nose. The fruit on the palate is tart black cherry; the texure smooth, silky.",Le Masse di Greve,19,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Guarnieri 1998 Le Masse di Greve  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guarnieri-1998-le-masse-greve-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Guarnieri
,Red,US,"A Franc that shows off its herbal character in a big way, with aromas of fresh tarragon and basil. Fresh berry flavors provide a juicy counterpoint to the green herbs. A lighter style than many L.I. Cabernet Francs, but a successful one.",,22,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gristina 1998 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gristina-1998-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Gristina
13,Red,Italy,"This has a supple feel, but the berry and cherry fruit has a quite tart and woody quality. There are interesting herb and dark chocolate notes, but the tannins seem more oak than fruit derived. It's still good, though perhaps the potential for better is there.",,19,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Filigare 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-filigare-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Le Filigare
,Red,Italy,"The nose shows dried black-cherry fruit with tobacco and a Play-doh-like note. Light to medium-weight, the mouth offers more dried cherries, some chocolate and then a hint of tarragon on the finish.",,8,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,San Fabiano 1998  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-1998-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,San Fabiano
12,Red,Italy,"The dark cherry fruit bears some leather and earth accents that add complexity. Bright acidity marks this lean, angular wine, making it a great choice for pasta with tomato sauce. The high-toned fruit shines right to the end.",,10,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Straccali 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/straccali-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Straccali
12,White,US,Here's a crisp pear- and citrus-scented Chard that has just a kiss of lightly buttered toast and roasted hazelnuts for complexity. A natural for roasted chicken seasoned with lemon.,,15,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Corey Creek 1998 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corey-creek-1998-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Corey Creek
12,Red,Italy,"This is decent, basic Chianti with a tart cherry and spice profile. It took a little time for some sulfur on the nose to blow off, but when it did, the flavors were solid and the mouthfeel decent. Shows some tobacco and leather on the modest finish. Not complex, but good for every day.",,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Cecchi 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Cecchi
13,Red,Italy,"The sour cherry fruit and cedar accents here are in balance, right down the middle of the divide between the old and new styles. This wine cuts a fairly lean profile, as do more than few of the 1998s, and finishes dry with moderate tannins.",,19,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castellare
13,Red,Italy,"The nose of this organically grown Chianti has attractive and balanced dark-berry, violet and saddle-leather elements, along with a lavish dose of toasty oak. In the mouth the wine is full but carries a bit of an edge, and the heavy char of the oak really takes over on the palate and into the long finish.",,26,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casaloste 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaloste-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Casaloste
13,Red,Italy,"Classic elements—a nose of cherry, herbs, cedar, licorice and a tart, dry, cherry-fruited palate—mark this wine. It has solid pieces and good length, but they're not as well integrated as they might be. The finish turns a bit woody, but this could work well with grilled meat or vegetables.",Riserva,20,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Poggio Dei Poggi 1995 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-poggi-1995-riserva-sangiovese-grosso-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese Grosso,1995,Poggio Dei Poggi
11.5,Red,Italy,"Light and well balanced, this is nice entry-level juice with a classic Chianti flavor profile of cherries, herbs and earth. Even finishes with a little length and some spicy notes. Drink now through 2002.",,7,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Coli 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Coli
,Red,US,"A light, entry-level red, with fresh berry aromas and a touch of dried herbs. Dry, but with an appealing softness to its texture.",Garnet,15,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gristina NV Garnet Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gristina-nv-garnet-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,,Gristina
12.5,Red,Italy,"The nose here is appealing, with cinnamon and chocolate over black cherries. The wine has dry cedar and blackberry flavors and a lean profile. Finishes with moderate length and even tannins, and a slight bitter note.",,21,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Verrazzano 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-verrazzano-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Verrazzano
12,Red,Chile,"The seemingly late-picked, almost overripe fruit veers from plum and blackberry aromas and flavors into sweet rhubarb and tomato preserves. This Chilean Merlot is flavorful, with light to medium body and a dry finish.",,7,85,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 1998 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-1998-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,1998,Alfasi
,Red,US,A berry scented wine that's loaded with fresh mint aromas and accented by toasty oak.  The tannins are ripe and soft; the acidity bright.,Hargrave Vineyard,17,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave Vineyard Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Castello di Borghese
13,Red,Italy,"This medium-weight wine displays ripe cherry fruit, heavy cedar accents and an easy, balanced mouthfeel. The fruit turns a bit pruny, but it also shows richness, even a touch of viscosity. The oak is cranked up on the fairly long, dry dark finish. Good now, better in a year.",,16,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casale dello Sparviero 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casale-dello-sparviero-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Casale dello Sparviero
12.5,Red,Italy,"A medium-weight wine built on a core of tart cherry fruit that wears licorice and tobacco accents. Even and dry on the palate, it has a good chalky mouthfeel and dry, even tannins on the finish. Not flamboyant, but solid.",,19,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Volpaia
11.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry, leather and stewed fruits mark this medium-weight Chianti. Tangy, with nice fruit-to-acid balance, it shows sweet cherry fruit and a slightly raisiny note with earthy accents. Soft leather and slight old wood notes on the finish. Drink now.",San Domenico Vineyard,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Fattoria Sovestro 1998 San Domenico Vineyard  (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-sovestro-1998-san-domenico-vineyard-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1998,Fattoria Sovestro
,White,US,"A slightly floral nose leads into a plump wine, filled with rich melony fruit. Traces of heat and spice adorn the finish.",,23,85,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1998 Viognier (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1998-viognier-long-island/,Viognier,1998,Pindar Vineyards
,Red,US,"The leafy cassis and dried spice notes on the nose create a distinctive bouquet that is immediately attractive. Not heavily extracted, this is a Cab built for current consumption.",,19,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Duck Walk 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Duck Walk
13,Red,Italy,"Black-cherry and creamy chocolate flavors play on the nose and in the mouth. The wine is light but harmonious, with a smooth texture and a dry cherry finish.",Le Stoppie,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Pisani,,Sangervasio 1998 Le Stoppie  (Chianti Colli Pisani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sangervasio-1998-le-stoppie-sangiovese-chianti-colli-pisani/,Sangiovese,1998,Sangervasio
13,Red,Italy,A young wine with classic tart cherry flavors and an added chalky note that provides some complexity. Finishes with firm tannins and some dark chocolate and licorice notes. Should be even better in a year.,,9,85,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Villa dei Lecci 1999  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-lecci-1999-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1999,Villa dei Lecci
12.5,Red,Italy,"A muted nose of red berries and earth opens to an even palate of cherry fruit with mineral and cocoa accents. This smoothly textured, lighter-styled wine is a good choice for antipasto, served a little cool. Still very young, it should be better in six months, too.",,8,85,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Renzo Masi 1999  Chianti Rufina,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-masi-1999-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1999,Renzo Masi
12,Red,Italy,"The bright acid spine of this sassy wine shows off its sour cherry fruit and cinnamon-charcoal accents. Finishes dry, with some lingering toast flavors and mildly astringent tannins.",Isassi,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Melini 1997 Isassi  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-1997-isassi-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Melini
13,Red,Italy,"Sour cherry, leather and a ginger note mark the nose of this lighter-style wine. The tart cherry and licorice flavors and the dry, lean feel are on the mark. Closes with a chalk and anise note.",,13,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Poggio Dei Poggi 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-poggi-1997-sangiovese-grosso-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese Grosso,1997,Poggio Dei Poggi
,White,US,"Very tart and crisp, like biting into a green apple and adding a squeeze of lime. Pure unadulterated Chardonnay fruit that tastes similar to an unoaked Macon or Chablis. From Wölffer.",,13,85,New York,Long Island,Long Island,La Ferme Martin 1998 Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferme-martin-1998-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1998,La Ferme Martin
13.5,White,US,"The barrel-fermentation shows in the buttery, toasty aromas that overlay pear and peach fruit. Orange and lemon flavors echo on the finish, so you know it hasn't been over oaked.",Barrel Fermented,17,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 1999 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-1999-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1999,Paumanok
,White,Israel,"A creamy vanilla and caramel-apple nose opens to a palate of ripe peach and apple flavors bolstered by a healthy dose of oak and good acidity. Full-bodied and round, this very international wine finishes with an orange and oak tang and modest tannins.",Yarden,15,85,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 1998 Yarden Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-1998-yarden-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,1998,Golan Heights Winery
,White,US,"Picked quite ripe, the resulting wine features mainly melon and fig aromas and flavors, with very little grassiness in evidence. Crisp acidity on the finish provides the vivacity needed to pair with oysters or clams.",,11,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Hargrave 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hargrave-1999-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Hargrave
,White,US,"Not as intensely aromatic as either the sold-out 1998 or the 2000 tasted from barrel, this is nonetheless a solid example. Peach and bitter-almond flavors are carried across the palate by a wine that's rich and full but not fat. Some nice black-pepper notes punctuate the finish.",,18,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 1999 Viognier (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-1999-viognier-long-island-north-fork/,Viognier,1999,Bedell
,White,US,"Picked quite ripe, the resulting wine features mainly melon and fig aromas and flavors, with very little grassiness in evidence.  Crisp acidity on the finish provides the vivacity needed to pair with oysters or clams.",Hargrave Vineyard,11,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1999 Hargrave Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1999-hargrave-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Castello di Borghese
12,Red,Italy,"Although the nose is a little hard to read, the supple mouthfeel and focused tart cherry flavors make this a pleasing and quite affordable red. Has enough depth to keep it engaging and a clean finish; a great choice for everyday drinking.",,7,85,Tuscany,Chianti,,Castellani 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Castellani
,Red,Italy,"Nicely balanced in a lighter style, this shows some barnyard and earth notes on the nose, coupled with cherry, cedar and tea aromas. Cherry fruit and a chalky feel mark the palate and moderately long finish. Best Buy.",Fontella Chianti,8,85,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Casa Girelli 1998 Fontella Chianti Red (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-girelli-1998-fontella-chianti-red-tuscany/,Red Blend,1998,Casa Girelli
12.5,Red,Italy,Plenty of cherries and a large dose of not-so-toasty oak are the core of this medium-weight red. A slight earthiness on the nose and woody tannins on the back end frame a solid palate that's full of cherry and vanilla flavors.,,19,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Carpineto 1999  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-1999-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Carpineto
13,Red,Italy,"Aromas of black currants and anise mark the nose of this dry, medium-weight wine. It offers dark cherry and semisweet chocolate flavors on the palate, and closes nicely with a chalk-mineral element on the finish.",,12,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,San Quirico 1999  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-quirico-1999-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1999,San Quirico
13,White,US,"Boasts classic barrel-fermented Chardonnay aromas of toasted hazelnuts and white peaches. Very pretty and very well made; it's on the lighter, more elegant side. Finishes with a welcome touch of citrus.",Reserve,15,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1998-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Palmer
,Red,US,"Slightly creamy vanilla-oak scents vie with jammy black cherries on the nose. Cherries predominate on the medium-weight palate. Turns a bit drying on the finish, so drink with a rare steak for best results.",Reserve,19,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Duck Walk 1997 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-1997-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Duck Walk
12,Red,Italy,Tart cherry aromas and flavors are graced by herb and leather accents in this welterweight. It has good balance and the finish is dry and even. Drinks nicely in its youth and should improve short-term.,Villa Fortunato,7,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Gini 1999 Villa Fortunato  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-1999-villa-fortunato-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Gini
,White,Chile,"This light and lemony wine would make a good afternoon sipper, or a tasty match for grilled fish. The spicy, citrus fruit shows good intensity midpalate. Finishes clean, with moderate length and herb notes.",,8,86,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-1999-sauvignon-blanc-maule-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Alfasi
,Red,Italy,"Pale in color, this light wine makes up in flavor for its thin feel. The tart cherry and wild berry fruit is expansive, and the flavors are supported by bright, but not sharp acidity. It's soft and easy, a very likeable house red.",,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Bartenura 1998  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartenura-1998-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Bartenura
12,Red,Italy,"Like a mouthful of sour cherries, this is classic lean and tart Chianti garnished with flourishes of tobacco and earth. The even-textured palate and medium tannins on the finish complete a package that delivers more than expected at the price.",,8,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Baroncini 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baroncini-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Baroncini
,White,US,"Toast and butter aromas are joined by Granny Smith apples, Bartlett pears and limes. This is a taut, minerally wine that shows a lot of pencilly French oak.",Reserve,15,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-1997-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1997,Bedell
,White,US,Rich buttery aromas are quickly supplanted on the palate by crisp flavors of pears and lemons. Shows good persistence on the finish. The combination of butter and citrus seems like a natural to accompany a basic beurre blanc.,,15,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 1999 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-1999-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1999,Lieb
13,Red,Italy,"The tart cherry and toasty oak aspects of this medium-weight wine are nicely balanced. It's dry, with straightforward cherry flavors and dusty cocoa accents on the back end.",1141,18,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 1998 1141  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-1998-1141-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Barone Ricasoli
13,Red,Italy,"Opens with aromas of red plums, cedar, leather and meat. Flavors of dark cherry and earth, and a light, bright mouthfeel follow. Finishes dry and even with soft tannins, dark fruit and chocolate.",Riserva,25,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querciavalle 1995 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-1995-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Querciavalle
13,Red,Italy,"Once a sulfury note blows off, this wine reveals dark cherry fruit with licorice, tar and spice accents. Nice texture. Plum and black pepper notes add interest and the long, dry finish closes it nicely. Drinkable now, but better in a year.",,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Fontaleoni 1999  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontaleoni-1999-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1999,Fontaleoni
11,Dessert,US,"Shows good varietal character in its bouquet of roses, ripe pears and lychees. As far as dessert wines go, this is a lightweight, at only 6% residual sugar, but it's certainly flavorful enough. Low acidity suggests it should be drunk over the short term. The only quibble is a shorter than expected finish.",Aphrodite Late Harvest,15,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Duck Walk 1998 Aphrodite Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-1998-aphrodite-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Duck Walk
13,Red,Italy,"Full, with a pruny note to the grape and chocolate aromas. The espresso and licorice flavors are mature, but there are mouthcoating tannins on the back end. Evolved in flavor, youthful in structure; only time will tell where it's headed.",Gioia,13,86,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino 1997 Gioia  (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-carpineta-fontalpino-1997-gioia-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1997,Fattoria Carpineta Fontalpino
13,Red,Italy,"Very dark plum and toasty oak aromas, deep espresso flavors, and a dense chewy texture are the hallmarks of this wine. Displays good structure: moderate acidity and ripe tannins. A bit one-dimensional now, it may show more nuance in a year or two.",,26,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello dei Rampolla 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-rampolla-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello dei Rampolla
13,Red,Italy,"Tart berries-almost rhubarb or cranberry- blend with dark toast. Cherry, toast and a licorice note show on the palate; it's nicely balanced and feels food-friendly. Finishes dry, with medium to full tannins.",Riserva,31,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Semifonte 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/semifonte-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Semifonte
12,White,US,"This wine is so clean and fresh, it's like biting into a tart Granny Smith—albeit one with pear, citrus and even grape overtones. Mouthwatering acidity leaves you craving sip after sip: It's the quintessential apéritif wine.",Dry,15,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 2000 Dry Chenin Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-2000-dry-chenin-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Chenin Blanc,2000,Paumanok
,Port/Sherry,US,"A blend of Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, fortified with brandy and aged in oak has yielded a young gawky wine that tastes like you would expect: sweet cassis and plum fruit is married to plenty of vanilla and menthol oak. Hints of chocolate emerge on the finish. Light tannins and low acidity make this a Port that's made to drink soon, not for the extended aging of traditional vintage Ports.",,25,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1997 Port (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1997-port-blend-port-long-island/,Port,1997,Pindar Vineyards
14,Red,Italy,"A complex nose of cherry, soy, leather and pine opens to a mouthful of red-berry, pepper and spice flavors. An elegant rather than weighty wine, with bright acidity to keep it lively. Finishes with tangy tannins and a black-tea note.",Riserva,38,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Nozzole 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-nozzole-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenuta di Nozzole
11.5,Red,Italy,"Herb and licorice notes complement the berry and sour cherry fruit in this bright offering. Quite youthful, a sulfur note on the nose has to blow off to reveal the essentially good fruit within. The acids here are high and the wine is a touch too racy now, but it will cut right through your pasta's tomato sauce.",,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Il Tasso 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-tasso-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Il Tasso
,Red,US,"Cedar- and menthol-scented oak complementweedy cassis fruit,  Full bodied, shows a touch more greenness in the finish.",Hargrave Vineyard Reserve,32,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Castello di Borghese
13,Red,Italy,"Shows overpowering cedar and heavy toast aromatics and an even feel, but the impressions are more oak than fruit-derived. Still, black plum and sweet spice flavors are in there. Finishes with cocoa notes and chalky, broad tannins. This may merit a higher score in time.",,27,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fonterutoli 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fonterutoli-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Fonterutoli
13,Red,Italy,"Aromas of cherry and leather mingle with an oaky perfume. On the smooth palate, the cherry fruit wears vanilla accents, but the wine turns drier and woodier on the back end.",,21,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Fattoria Poggiopiano 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-poggiopiano-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Fattoria Poggiopiano
13,White,US,"Toasty, with mouthwatering aromas of lemon custard and crème brûlée. Medium-bodied, the oak seems a little less integrated on the palate, manifesting as a slightly bitter spice edge to the otherwise soft, almost pillowy, fruit.",,13,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1998 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1998-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Pellegrini Vineyards
,White,US,"A kitchen-sink blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Gewürztraminer, this wine showcases a rich combination of tropical fruit, pear and pink grapefruit with grassy overtones and just a hint of toast.",Select Reserve,14,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1998 Select Reserve White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1998-select-reserve-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,1998,Palmer
,White,US,"Toasty and buttery on the nose, with an appealing nutty character. Turns more aggressively woody on the palate before finishing with bold buttered-popcorn flavors.",Reserve,13,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1998-reserve-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1998,Pindar Vineyards
,Sparkling,US,"A “rare” example of 100% Pinot Meunier, this crisp sparkler has slight yeasty notes that add nuance to the fresh citrusy fruit. Robust flavors, yet lean and very dry.",Cuvee Rare,28,86,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1995 Cuvee Rare Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1995-cuvee-rare-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1995,Pindar Vineyards
12,Red,Italy,"The tart cherry and earth flavors here have a green hay-like note around the edges. It's a touch light, but the fruit is decent and it's not buried under massive doses of oak. The medium-length finish has modest tannins. Drink now.",Riserva,11,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Coli 1997 Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1997,Coli
13,Red,Italy,"Quite bright, with herb-and-leather-tinged tart cherry fruit on the nose and palate. High acidity keeps the fruit racy, while licorice notes and peppery tannins mark the finish. Has youthful, good fruit; give it six to 12 months to settle down.",San Ripolo,13,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Barone Ricasoli 1999 San Ripolo  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-1999-san-ripolo-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Barone Ricasoli
,Sparkling,US,"Shows extended tirage in its initial yeasty aromas that fold in some yellow apple scents as well. Turns more citrusy toward the finish, which is done in a softer, mass-market style.",,20,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 1993  North Fork of Long Island,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-1993-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Champagne Blend,1993,Lieb
,White,US,"This medium-weight offering shows caramel and butterscotch aromas, slightly sweet apple-pear flavors and a soft, generous mouthfeel. Smooth vanilla and a touch of toast show on the finish.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Weinstock Cellars 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weinstock-cellars-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Weinstock Cellars
13.5,Red,Italy,"Another solid, rustic red from Umbria, with dark berry, cumin earth aromas.  The four grapes in the blend- Sangiovese, Sagrantino, Cannaiolo, and Ciliegiolo -are vinified separately, then blended prior to cask aging.  The result is a big, chewy wine with tart black-cherry flavors and a long but tannic finish.  Best with stews or braises.",Estate Bottled,15,86,Central Italy,Montefalco,,Antonelli 1998 Estate Bottled  (Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonelli-1998-estate-bottled-red-montefalco/,Red Blend,1998,Antonelli
,Sparkling,US,"Mild kirsch and pink-grapefruit aromas open this medium-weight sparkler. The apple flavors and leesy accents have a softness on the palate that will give the wine mass appeal. The long finish has a fragrant, lingering sweet-tartness.",Brut Cuvée,24,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hagafen NV Brut Cuvée  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hagafen-nv-brut-cuvee-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Hagafen
12.5,Red,Italy,"Medium cherry aromas and flavors and cedary toasty oak mark this wine. The tart fruit and bright acidity are classic Chianti, and it calls out for food.",,16,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cispiano 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cispiano-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Cispiano
13,Red,Italy,"Plenty of menthol-toasty oak surrounds the dark cherry fruit in a wine of ample size and fairly soft mouthfeel. Cedar, cocoa and mild spices mark the finish, with its even, powdery tannins.",Roberto Stucchi,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Badia a Coltibuono 1999 Roberto Stucchi  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-1999-roberto-stucchi-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Badia a Coltibuono
,Red,US,"An intricate nose of floral scents, dried herbs and cherry-berry fruit is an excellent opener. In the mouth the wine seems attractively light and lively, with some toasty oak notes emerging on the finish.",,18,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 1997 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-1997-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Bedell
13,Red,Italy,"Elegant and cedary, toasty oak and tart black plums mark the nose and palate of this elegant medium-weight wine. Oak-derived dark chocolate and espresso flavors carry over onto the finish. Has appeal, but in a narrow range.",Riserva,22,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Monsanto
12.5,Red,Italy,"Plum and anise surround the berry fruit in the bouquet of this stylish medium-weight bottling. There's a slightly chalky feel to the palate. Cherries, with more anise notes and a dry finish of powdery tannins, close this attractive value. Best now through 2002.",Riserva,10,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Renzo Masi 1997 Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renzo-masi-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1997,Renzo Masi
11.3,Dessert,US,"The aromas feature a sweet blend of honeydew and cantaloupe, with some decidedly floral notes. Round and sweet in the mouth, and marked by a slightly bitter grapefruit-pith note that persists on the finish.",Late Harvest,27,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 1998 Late Harvest Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-1998-late-harvest-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,1998,Paumanok
12,Sparkling,France,"The muted nose offers faint hay and floral aromas, but this wine opens up in the mouth with bread flavors accented by toast and citrus. The texture is dry and full, and the finish moderately long with attractive grapefruit and mineral flavors.",Brut,40,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
13,Red,Italy,"Lean and focused, this wine offers dark berry and plum aromas with cedary accents. Chocolate and cocoa notes add interest on the palate. The acids are a touch high—but they keep the flavors and mouthfeel lively and will make the wine work well with food. Drink now through 2005.",Riserva,16,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Gabbiano
,Red,Italy,"The aromas and flavors of black cherry, raspberry, cocoa and toast are ripe and full in this medium-weight offering. There's a supple mouthfeel, and the finish displays even tannins and decent length, with caramel and coffee notes. Drinks well now, will be better in one or two years.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello d'Albola 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello d'Albola
12.5,Red,Italy,"This smooth, balanced offering shows plenty of cherry, leather and cedar flavors. The round mouthfeel and the licorice and toast flavors on the palate are wrapped around ripe, almost candied fruit. Oak is present but there's enough fruit to support it. A likeable wine to drink now.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Burchino 1997  Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burchino-1997-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,1997,Burchino
,Red,Italy,"The solid dark cherry fruit here bears a heavy mantle of oak, but the fruit core is dense and can handle it. Black cherry, plum, licorice and toast work well on the full palate. Finishes tart and dry with good length and firm tannins. The oak works better here than in many examples. Drink now through 2004.",,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Scopeto 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-scopeto-1998-red-chianti-classico/,Red Blend,1998,Borgo Scopeto
,White,US,"Features textbook Gewürz aromas of rose petals and lychee fruit before yielding to a dry, bitter-almond note on the finish.",,12,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lenz 1998 Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-1998-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Lenz
,Sparkling,US,"Very young and crisp, this is an example of New World sparkling wine that should prove ageable, if purchasers are so inclined. Shows some yeasty complexity to go with clove and tart green-apple flavors.",Brut,30,87,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1995 Brut  (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1995-brut-sparkling-long-island-hamptons/,Champagne Blend,1995,Wölffer
,Red,US,"A smooth, harmonious wine that carries plenty of black cherries and plums upfront, laced with coffee and mocha flavors. Good length on the finish is bolstered by a strong undercurrent of acidity.",,20,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gristina 1998 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gristina-1998-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Gristina
13,Red,Italy,"Rustic in a positive sense, this medium-weight, supple wine shows dark cherry fruit once a touch of sulfur blows off. Finishes long, with black-cherry, licorice and espresso flavors. It could use a year to even out and integrate its parts.",,12,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Lanciola 1998  Chianti Colli Fiorentini,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanciola-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,1998,Lanciola
13,Red,Italy,"Dark is the word here, with lots of deep toast, licorice, chocolate and coffee notes throughout. The pleasurable mouthfeel has nice weight and the finish offers solid cherry and cocoa notes and good length. This wine has some tannins to lose and can be cellared for a year or two.",,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Fabiano Calcinaia 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-calcinaia-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,San Fabiano Calcinaia
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark berry, cherry and herb aromas blossom into full flavors and pick up handsome tar and licorice accents on the palate. Full but smooth on the finish, it doesn't settle for superficial appeal, but has substance, good structure and it will age nicely.",Tenuta Santedame,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 1997 Tenuta Santedame  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1997-tenuta-santedame-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Ruffino
13,Red,Italy,"Deep berry aromas accented by chocolate and multiple spices provide an inviting opening to this sturdy wine. The mouthfeel is full, and here the wine shows a much toastier, oak-driven profile than suggested by the bouquet. Lots of charcoal, licorice and earth flavors follow on the long, evenly tannic finish.",,23,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Riecine 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riecine-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Riecine
13.5,Red,Italy,"A slightly muted nose of dark cherry and toast offers hints of rose and tar. Similar flavors play on the palate with a touch of chocolate and a smooth mouthfeel. Long and dry, the espresso-tinged finish is elegant. The depth of fruit can be sensed and this should open up with short-term cellaring, displaying more depth and richness in a year's time.",Riserva,14,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Vagnoni 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Colli Senesi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vagnoni-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1997,Vagnoni
,Red,US,"Weedy, with some bell pepper and herb aromas, cassis and tobacco. Elegantly lean and graceful in the mouth, the wine ends in a long, spicy finish. You might rate it even higher if you don't mind some herbaceousness.",Reserve,29,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Duck Walk 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Duck Walk
12.5,Red,Italy,"An attractive retro label doesn't set you up for the very ripe fruit and almost Californian profile of this new-wave style Chianti. The black-cherry, vanilla and coffee flavors, soft tannins and plenty of toasty oak comprise a satisfying package. It's a stylish, appealing wine that's drinking well right now.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Giacomo Mori 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-mori-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Giacomo Mori
12,Red,Italy,"Quite fruit driven, even a touch candied, there's still much appeal in this wine's fruitcake and plum aromas and the palate's sweet-and-sour fruit with mild oak shadings. The balanced mouthfeel and easy tannins on the finish wrap up this ready-to-drink package.",,12,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellani 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castellani
12.5,Red,Italy,"A solid wine, with a core of cherry and dark plum fruit. The nose is especially nice, with prune, leather and clove accents. Turns spicier and somewhat woodier through the palate and onto the finish. Shows good acidity and even tannins. Drink now.",Il Valore Riserva,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Marchese de Petri 1997 Il Valore Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchese-petri-1997-il-valore-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1997,Marchese de Petri
,White,US,"Ripe and buttery, this reserve Chard from winemaker Eric Fry could hardly be more different from his White Label bottling. Superripe pineapple fruit is marked by plenty of oak-imparted spice. Lush and ready to drink.",Gold Label,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lenz 1998 Gold Label Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-1998-gold-label-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Lenz
,Red,US,"This blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 39% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc shows why many people like to compare Long Island to Bordeaux. Tastes like a Bordeaux, with dark cassis and coffee flavors. Built like a Bordeaux, to age.",Select Reserve,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1997 Select Reserve Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1997-select-reserve-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Palmer
13,Red,US,"A blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc and 4% Malbec, this top-end offering from Macari boasts bold aromas of weedy cassis tempered with toast and chocolate. Will be considered overly green by some, pleasantly herbal by others, but no one will deny its lush mouthfeel and appealingly peppery finish.",Bergen Road,32,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 1997 Bergen Road Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-1997-bergen-road-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Macari
,White,US,"Smoky and meaty, with nut, white-peach and clove notes. Firm acidity allowed 100% barrel fermentation without the wine becoming overly soft.",Reserve,13,87,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Duck Walk 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-1997-reserve-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1997,Duck Walk
,Red,US,"Toasty and smoky, with tea and tobacco notes accenting the powerful cassis fruit. Good acidity keeps the wine from being heavy, adding a pleasant juiciness to the finish.",,25,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Bedell
13,Red,Italy,"The traditional flavor profile shows ripe cherries, herbs, dried tomatoes and a touch of chocolate. Good acidity supports the fruit and contributes to the overall brisk, lively feel. Closes with tart fruit and medium, firm tannins that show a little bite. This will work well with tomato-based pasta sauces.",,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Badia a Coltibuono 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Badia a Coltibuono
13.5,Red,Italy,"This medium weight wine shows complex dark plum, toast, tar and cocoa notes, but there is also a decidedly sauvage element, and this gamy note won't appeal to all tasters. Dense black-cherry, plum and licorice flavors, brisk acidity and full, ripe tannins round out the package. Has impressive qualities, but also controversial ones. Cellar until 2005.",Tenute Marchese Antinori Riserva,38,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antinori 1997 Tenute Marchese Antinori Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1997-tenute-marchese-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Antinori
13,Red,Italy,"Tobacco and herb accents play off cherry fruit on the slightly muted nose of this medium-weight wine. Plum, chocolate and wood flavors mark the slightly lean palate. Finishes dry, with cocoa and tea notes.",Riserva,16,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Banfi 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Banfi
,Red,Italy,"A bouquet of saddle leather, cherry and rhubarb opens to a richly textured palate of sour cherries and dry spice accents. The sprightly, tannic finish offers notes of tart cherry and leather in this solid offering. Drinking well now; can hold through 2005.",Villa Antinori Riserva,21,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antinori 1997 Villa Antinori Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1997-villa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Antinori
13.5,Red,Italy,"Opaque and ultra toasty, this very international-style Chianti has “black” aromas and flavors, nice texture and a long espresso-and-dark-chocolate finish. It's solid, but really reads deep only in one dimension—the heavy oak regime. Pleasurable, but one has to wonder if the fruit will ever really shine through the woody veil.",Poggio delle Rose Riserva,63,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castell'In Villa 1996 Poggio delle Rose Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellin-villa-1996-poggio-delle-rose-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Castell'In Villa
12.5,Red,Italy,"Very dark espresso, leather and black plum aromas and flavors. The mouthfeel is full and balanced by good acidity. The very dry, long finish shows tar, licorice and bitter chocolate flavors, along with some tannins to shed. Time should allow the solid fruit to come from behind the lavish toast that now veils it.",Riserva,20,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Viticcio 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Viticcio
13,Red,US,"Aromas of smoke and toast over black cherries and mocha, with some dried-herb accents. Full-flavored, but the mouth-drying tannins require cellaring, and only time will tell if this wine will ever come into balance.",,17,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1997 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1997-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Pellegrini Vineyards
12,Red,Italy,"There's cherry and licorice on the nose of this crisp, lighter-style wine. Bright, tart fruit and cocoa accents follow on the palate, and it's bright and moderately tannic on the finish. A good pizza-pasta partner, this will even out over the next 12 months and drink well through 2004.",Borghi D'Elsa,9,87,Tuscany,Chianti,,Melini 1998 Borghi D'Elsa  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-1998-borghi-delsa-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Melini
12.5,Red,Italy,"There's superripe fruit and a soft, easy feel to this very jammy wine. Although not complex, the big black-cherry fruit delivers a lot of flavor and the supple texture is quite pleasurable. The finish is plush, with tart acids. Widely appealing for current consumption.",,15,87,Tuscany,Chianti Superiore,,Poggio al Casone 1997  Chianti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-al-casone-1997-sangiovese-chianti-superiore/,Sangiovese,1997,Poggio al Casone
,White,US,"Something of a misnomer, as this wine tastes more like many Alsatian Pinot Gris than the often-insipid Grigios of Italy. Honey and apricot aromas, big and buttery on the palate; the only drawback is the lack of length to the finish, possibly a function of young vines.",,15,87,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Duck Walk 1998 Pinot Grigio (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-long-island-hamptons/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Duck Walk
13,Red,US,"There's plenty of toasty oak, but it only serves to accent the mixed berries and dried herbs that form the core of this juicy wine. Finishes with complex espresso, mocha and chocolate flavors that carry a slight bitter note.",,18,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Corey Creek 1998 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corey-creek-1998-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Corey Creek
,Red,US,"This blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Cabernet Franc, with 5% each Malbec and Petit Verdot is very primary, showing lots of bright cherry fruit and a judicious dose of vanilla oak. A juicy, fun wine that would make for good drinking this summer and on into fall. Bottled 9/00, release date undetermined.",Cupola,30,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 1998 Cupola Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-1998-cupola-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,1998,Bedell
13,Red,Italy,"As in this producer's '97 Croce Riserva, an even palate-feel is among the best features here. The aromas and flavors are very dark and the oak quite dense. A core of sour black-plum fruit wears mild vanilla accents and the balance is attractive. Pleasing and stylish.",Scassino,18,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Terrabianca 1998 Scassino  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrabianca-1998-scassino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Terrabianca
12.5,Red,Italy,"The tart berry and plum fruit wears a good dose of cocoa on the nose and picks up nice herb and licorice shadings on the smooth medium weight palate. Finishes long and dry with dusty tannins, and pronounced herb and mineral notes.",,14,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Bocce 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bocce-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Le Bocce
13,Red,Italy,"Opens with a potent bouquet of deep cherry, earth and mint. This is chewy on the palate, with solid fruit flavors, cola and clove accents and more weight than many other Chiantis. The ample fruit carries the dusty tannins and chocolate well on the finish.",,12,87,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,La Lastra 1999  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lastra-1999-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1999,La Lastra
13,Red,Italy,"After some sulfur blows off, dark cherry aromas with leather accents come forward. This wine has a bright, slightly expansive feel in the mouth, and plum and toast notes around the cherry core. There's decent length to the dry, mildly pepper-and-licorice-tinged finish.",,13,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca di Castagnoli 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-castagnoli-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Rocca di Castagnoli
,Red,US,"Faint smoke notes accent the crisp blackberry fruit. Not a lush wine, but it has just enough flesh to prevent it from being hard. The finish is tart and peppery, as befits cool-climate Syrah.",,25,87,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1997 Syrah (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-long-island/,Syrah,1997,Pindar Vineyards
13,White,US,"This is the middle tier of Wölffer's Chardonnay offerings, squarely between the top-of-the-line Estate Selection and the entry-level La Ferme Martin label. The Reserve exhibits plenty of buttered-pear flavors, complemented by faint nutty aromas and some toasty oak notes that gain steam on the finish.",Reserve,18,87,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1998-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-hamptons/,Chardonnay,1998,Wölffer
13,Red,US,"Dark, with dense spice-cake aromas on the nose that turn earthy and plummy on the palate. Some dried-herb nuances come through as well. Shows uncommon length.",,20,87,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1998 Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1998-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,1998,Wölffer
13,Red,US,"Aromas of cedar, earth and cassis are accented by tobacco. Medium-weight, with fine structure and good balance; weediness comes through on the lingering finish.",,17,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Pellegrini Vineyards
13,Red,US,"At over five years of age, this wine still boasts an impressively saturated purple color and dense, rich black-fruit aromas. There's plenty of oak, too. But the tannins are dry and hard; this wine's future development is unclear. Impressive more than pleasurable, and might always stay that way.",,35,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Pellegrini Vineyards
11,White,US,Starts off with intriguing aromas of spring flowers (lilacs?) and Asian pear. Crunchy apple and ripe lime flavors linger on the palate. Drink now or age up to five or seven years.,Dry,15,87,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 2000 Dry Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-2000-dry-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2000,Paumanok
,Red,US,"Bright, tart candied cherry aromas are dusted with saddle leather and cinnamon. Light-bodied; gets tarter on the finish, where the fruit becomes more cranberryish.",,9,87,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Duck Walk 1997 Pinot Meunier (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-walk-1997-other-red-pinot-meunier-long-island-hamptons/,Pinot Meunier,1997,Duck Walk
,Red,US,"A lighter style.  Mild pepper and leather elements offset red-berry aromas.  A nice acid backbone supports the fruit and the tart berry flavors are accented by vanilla and clove notes.  The finish shows good length, more berry and mild pepper.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1998 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1998-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Charles Krug
12.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of cherries, herbs, leather and dried tomatoes on the nose open to a mouthful of cherry fruit accented by licorice and coffee notes. The texture is smooth, even and dry. The full but ripe tannins on the finish have just the right amount of bite.",,22,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cennatoio 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cennatoio-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Cennatoio
13.5,Red,Italy,"This inky wine is large and very dark in flavor as well as color, with toast, fennel, black cherry and tea on the nose and palate. Full and smooth in the mouth, it shows some attractive spice and good acidity. Finishes long, with full, mouth-coating tannins that need three or more years to resolve.",Il Poggio Riserva,44,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1997 Il Poggio Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1997-il-poggio-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Monsanto
13.5,Red,Italy,"Plummy fruit supported by cocoa and herb notes and a decadent, overripe quality seen in no other 1998s. The ripe, supple mouthfeel provides sweet, if not overly nuanced, fruit. Finishes long, with even tannins and sweet-tart chocolate and licorice flavors. Hold a year; drink through 2006.",,42,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Ama
12.5,Red,Italy,"Opens with clean and bright aromas of juicy black cherries, earth and cedar, followed by a wine with a lean, even texture and lively tart cherry fruit accented by leather shadings. Finishes dry, with firm tannins, and has the structure to age a few years.",,13,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Tenuta di Vignole 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-vignole-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Tenuta di Vignole
12.5,Red,Italy,"A traditional Chianti blend is used here, including a small proportion of white grapes, and it shows how good an inexpensive wine made well in the traditional manner can be. The ripe cherry core sports tea and spice accents, and a chalk note appears on the palate. It closes with fine tannins and a dusty rose note.",,10,88,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Pietrafitta 1998  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1998,Pietrafitta
13,Red,US,"The Pellegrini style seems to emphasize extraction. That's great-up to a point. In this wine, the slightly weedy cassis fruit adequately balances the starching tannins, yielding an age-worthy wine that should develop for up to 10 years.",Vintner's Pride Encore,29,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1997 Vintner's Pride Encore Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1997-vintners-pride-encore-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Pellegrini Vineyards
12.5,Red,US,"Aromas of toast and dried herbs-even flowers-mingle on the nose, then give way to juicy black-cherry flavors that linger through the finish, where coffee and caramel chime in, adding welcome complexity.",Proprietor's Reserve,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1998 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1998-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Palmer
,White,US,"What a difference from Borghese's regular chardonnay.  This one is loaded with class and refinement, from the delicate aromas of light toast, pear and hazelnut through the nearly weightlesspalate that somehow carries a great deal of flavor.",Hargrave Vineyard Reserve,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Castello di Borghese
,Red,France,"This solid Bordeaux achieves a nice balance between ripe fruit and a more austere earthiness. There's a solid core of blackberry flavor and firm, broad tannins that suggest it will develop more depth with near-term cellaring.",,27,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Barons Edmund Benjamin de Rothschild 1998  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barons-edmund-benjamin-rothschild-1998-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Barons Edmund Benjamin de Rothschild
,Red,US,"Shows plenty of bright red-fruit flavors of cherry and red currants. Yes, there's a hint of green pepper, but not so much as to be objectionable. It's more than made up for by the lush mouthfeel and ease with which this wine goes down.",,30,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lenz 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Lenz
,Red,France,"This solid Bordeaux achieves a nice balance between ripe fruit and a more austere earthiness. There's a solid core of blackberry flavor and firm, broad tannins that suggest it will develop more depth with near-term cellaring.",Haut-Medoc,27,88,Bordeaux,Haut-Médoc,,Barons Edmund Benjamin de Rothschild 1998 Haut-Medoc  (Haut-Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barons-edmund-benjamin-rothschild-1998-haut-medoc-red-haut-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Barons Edmund Benjamin de Rothschild
,White,Italy,"This unwooded Chardonnay shows a good deal more charachter than most of the Italian wines made of the grape. Pear, peach, anise and mineral aromas and flavors show considerable complexity and the texture on the long finish is quite full and almost buttery--surprising in a wine that sees no oak and no malolactic fermentation.",,15,88,,Collio,,Marega 1998 Chardonnay (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marega-1998-chardonnay-collio/,Chardonnay,1998,Marega
,White,US,"This wine is oaky; it's 100% barrel fermented and aged in new French oak for 12 months. Despite that, it's not over the top. Aromas of smoke and cured meats lead the way, then sweet pears. The texture is slick—even oily—and definitely viscous. Finishes long, with plenty of oak-imparted spice.",Sunflower,18,88,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1998 Sunflower Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1998-sunflower-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1998,Pindar Vineyards
12.5,White,Italy,"Aromas of grapefruit, herb and almonds open to a mouthful of melon and peach in this medium-weight dry white.  It has a bit more texture than most Vernaccias, a clean, crisp finish and an attractive back perfume with a touch of bitter almond.",Borghetto,15,88,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Pietrafitta 1999 Borghetto  (Vernaccia di San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-1999-borghetto-white-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,White Blend,1999,Pietrafitta
13.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe grape and cherry aromas presage the flavorful core of fruit upon which this wine is built. The mouthfeel is creamy, and dark plum and cocoa flavors prevail. The finish shows lots of spice, good length and full but even tannins. Delicious now; will be better still in two or three years.",Petresco Riserva,30,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Cinciole 1997 Petresco Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cinciole-1997-petresco-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Le Cinciole
,Red,US,"Simultaneously softer and richer than Borghese's regualr bottling, this wine shows dark berry flavors and only a touch of mint.  Some smoky notes add a meatiness that further sets this wine apart.",Hargrave Vineyard Reserve,22,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Castello di Borghese
13,Red,Italy,"A finely rendered barrique-style wine, with an elegant menthol-cedar-toast nose. Medium-weight and smooth, it displays black-cherry, chocolate and licorice flavors, and velvety tannins on the long sweet-and-sour finish. The overall profile is dark, but the fine fruit holds its own against the heavy oak. One of the few certified organic Chiantis, this tastes good now and should improve over the next two to four years.",Riserva,44,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Casaloste 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casaloste-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Casaloste
13.5,Red,Italy,"This full bodied, weighty wine displays a bouquet of dark cherries, cinnamon-clove spice and toast. Quite dry on the palate, it has dense fruit, but fairly high acidity and plenty of oak. The finish shows tart cherry flavors and big, fairly angular tannins. Cellar for three years.",,18,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca di Montegrossi 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montegrossi-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Rocca di Montegrossi
,Red,US,"Aromas of tobacco, dried flowers and earth segue into fairly rich dark-fruit flavors of black cherry and plum. Very velvety on the palate, with cedar notes on the finish. Drink now.",,25,88,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1998 Cabernet Franc (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1998-cabernet-franc-long-island-hamptons/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Wölffer
13,Red,Italy,"Dark fruit and menthol toast aromas set the tone, and the wine follows through in new-wave, deeply toasted style. Plum and cherry flavors, medium weight. Closes with a tart, tangy finish offering dark chocolate notes. Hold for two or three years.",Messr Pietro di Teuzzo Riserva,28,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cecchi 1997 Messr Pietro di Teuzzo Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-1997-messr-pietro-teuzzo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Cecchi
,Red,US,"A huge step up from the overoaked regular bottling, this wine offers aromas of smoked meat and bacon fat.  The berry-flavored palate is rich and dense and flows smoothly into a finish that's marked by earth and coffee notes.",Hargrave Vineyard Reserve,25,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave Vineyard Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Castello di Borghese
12.5,Red,Italy,"Light, but elegant and flavorful, this spry 1999 shows creamy cherry and light toast aromas, tart dried-cherry and chalk notes on the palate. Bright acidity keeps the fruit lively, and mild tarragon notes add interest.",Cetamura,11,88,Tuscany,Chianti,,Badia a Coltibuono 1999 Cetamura  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-1999-cetamura-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Badia a Coltibuono
,Red,US,"A sturdy wine, with a bouquet of dark cherry, cola, toast, and a touch of barnyard.  The initial flavors are sweet dried cherry, then turn toward more complex leather, sour plum and toast.  Tobacco, and a reprise of the early barnyard note, play on the finish with nice back end aromatics",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1998 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1998-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Charles Krug
12.5,Red,Italy,"The solid core of cherry fruit bears herb, cocoa, licorice and chalk accents. It's even a bit viscous, displaying a density on the palate not often seen at this price. Well-ripened tannins play on the smooth, moderately long finish.",,10,88,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Castello Romitorio 1998  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-romitorio-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello Romitorio
13.5,Red,Italy,"Deep cherry, cocoa, and cedar aromas, and flavors of plum, black cherry and chocolate are in full play here. The even, medium-weight mouthfeel is well balanced and the long finish has fine, dusty tannins. A handsome example of the new, well-oaked style that will improve over the next three years.",Riserva,24,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monastero 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monastero-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Castello di Monastero
13,Red,Italy,"This wine pushes the oak regime to the max, and the cherry fruit is totally cloaked in menthol, toast and leather aromas. Beneath the veil lie black cherry, licorice and black pepper flavors, and the texture is full and supple. The very dry finish is tannic, in a manner more woody than fruity. It has style and class, but only time will show if the fruit will ever come forward. Cellar for four to six years.",Riserva,43,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello dei Rampolla 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-rampolla-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello dei Rampolla
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Offers aromas and flavors of cherry, cedar, licorice and menthol. The mouthfeel is even, full and supple, and the long, dry finish displays substantial tannins as well as earth and spice accents. Can be held for three to five years.",,12,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Viticcio 1998 Sangiovese (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/viticcio-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Viticcio
12.5,Red,Italy,"There's a soft, almost plush mouthfeel and a creamy quality to this wine's aromas and flavors. The dark cherry fruit sports both chocolate and vanilla accents. A touch of espresso on the finish is accompanied by full but soft tannins, giving this wine the structure to age a few years.",Villa Montignana Riserva,23,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Coli 1995 Villa Montignana Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1995-villa-montignana-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Coli
13.5,Red,Italy,"A solid package, offering cherry, coffee and chocolate aromas, a substantial but smooth mouthfeel and cherry flavors with licorice accents. The long finish displays hearty tannins along with licorice and black-plum flavors. This can use a few years to polish its rusticity.",San Marcellino,30,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Rocca di Montegrossi 1997 San Marcellino  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocca-montegrossi-1997-san-marcellino-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Rocca di Montegrossi
13,Red,Italy,"Starts with a rich nose of dark cherry, milk chocolate and anise. It shows the typical espresso and toast flavors of the new style, but with more nuance and better balance than many others. There's a lot of oak here, but it's a very good example of the style, and should improve through 2003.",,17,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Cafaggio 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cafaggio-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Villa Cafaggio
13,Red,Italy,"Black cherry, cocoa and toast mark the nose of this very dark and refined wine. The supple, appealing mouthfeel displays a similar flavor profile, and it closes with smooth tannins, tart black fruits and an espresso note. This example of new-wave Chianti is done with style and even a sensuous note.",,18,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Riseccoli 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riseccoli-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Riseccoli
,Red,US,"A lush, approachable wine that features cherry and tobacco aromas and flavors.  Tart acidity spices up the softly tannic finish, giving it a lively feel that would pair well with a variety of foods",Reserve,20,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 1997 Reserve Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-1997-reserve-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Lieb
12.5,Red,US,"The floral nose on this wine is textbook Franc; married to the bright cherry fruit that comes through on the palate, the result is a lighter-style, charming wine that should prove versatile with food. Dangerously gulpable.",,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 1998 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-1998-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Paumanok
12,Sparkling,Israel,"This sparkling wine from Israel's hilly north has complex yeasty aromas and a bready, toasty palate with citrus accents. The mouthfeel is full, and the long dry finish features mild grapefruit and spice notes.",Yarden Brut NV,24,88,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery NV Yarden Brut NV  (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-nv-yarden-brut-nv-sparkling-galilee/,Champagne Blend,,Golan Heights Winery
,White,US,"What a difference from Borghese's regular Chardonnay. This one is loaded with class and refinement, from the delicate aromas of light toast, pear and hazelnut through the nearly weightless palate that somehow carries a great deal of flavor.",Reserve,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Hargrave 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hargrave-1998-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Hargrave
,Red,Israel,"This international-style Cabernet from Israel boasts solid, full-flavored blackcurrant fruit wrapped in plenty of smoky oak. Not at all weighty, it's carried more by flavor than density or texture. The tannins are even and the finish clean and long.",,14,88,Galilee,,,Gamla 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamla-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Gamla
13,Red,Italy,"A bouquet of bright cherries, herbs and cocoa opens this solid wine. The palate is big, with a creamy texture; tart cherry, tobacco and toast flavors prevail. Tempered tannins and lots of oak flavors show through on the dry finish. Attractive, and should improve over next year or two.",,21,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Cacchiano 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-cacchiano-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Cacchiano
,White,US,"Nutty aromas reminiscent of cashews lead the way, followed up on the palate by more roasted nuts, white peaches and nectarines. Picks up some elegant citrus notes on the long finish. Based on a recent tasting of the 1997 Estate Selection (rated 90), this should improve over the next six months to a year.",Estate Selection,27,89,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1998 Estate Selection Chardonnay (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1998-estate-selection-chardonnay-long-island-hamptons/,Chardonnay,1998,Wölffer
12.5,White,Italy,"This Riesling-Chardonnay blend is named after and aged in Holbars, traditional acacia-wood casks.  Nut, spice, lychee, honey and black pepper elements all vie for attention in the intense bouquet.  Dry, very ripe melon, orange honey and spice flavors derive from the late-picked (but not late harvest designated) fruit, and (presumably) the acacia.  This distinctive white finishes long, with peach and spice notes.",Holbar,20,89,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Marega 1995 Holbar White (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marega-1995-holbar-white-friuli-venezia-giulia/,White Blend,1995,Marega
,Red,US,"This attractive Cal-Ital hangs leather and cedar accents on the the tart cherry fruit.  Medium-weight, with good texture on the palate, it closes with a softly dry, long finish.  The grapes for this wine come from 10 acres right at the winery.",Reserve,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1998 Reserve Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1998-reserve-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1998,Charles Krug
12.5,Red,Italy,"Slightly candied cherry aromas accented by carob, cocoa and herb give way to a smooth, fairly full palate with chocolate and Bing cherry flavors. This elegant wine finishes dark and dry, with full ripe tannins. Hold for two to four years; it should only improve.",,23,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Meleto 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Meleto
13,Red,Italy,"Good balance and a sense of proportion characterize this handsome, classically styled Chianti. Displays aromas of cherry, leather and spice and dark-cherry flavors, cocoa accents and nice acidity on the palate. The long and flavorful finish makes it very appealing for current consumption, and it should improve further over the next year or two.",Riserva,24,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Bocce 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-bocce-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Le Bocce
12,Red,Italy,"Shows poise and balance in its nicely melded herb, licorice, cherry and bitter-chocolate elements. There's good texture on the palate and some complexity on the finish, where a mineral note accents the dry cherry and tea flavors.",,9,89,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Baroncini 1999  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baroncini-1999-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1999,Baroncini
10,Dessert,US,"The characteristic Gewürz aromas of rose petals and lychee are partially masked by honey and apricot, but they're still there, giving this sticky a delightfully exotic edge. Try this moderately viscous sweet wine with a creamy blue-veined cheese for a special flavor/texture match.",Select Harvest,30,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1999 Select Harvest Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1999-select-harvest-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Palmer
13,Red,Italy,"There's sweet dark cherry and plum fruit here, but to get to it you need to give the sulfur on the nose time to blow off. When it does, the wait is worth it. A full, lush mouthfeel caresses your palate, and the finish is dry and even. Decant if drinking now, or wait a year or two.",,18,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querciavalle 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querciavalle-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Querciavalle
12.5,Red,Italy,"This well-made wine shows good cherry fruit and a licorice or mint note on the nose. Round and fairly full on the palate, it shows complex and classic Chianti flavors—cherries, plums, cinnamon and leather—and the modern addition of toasty oak. Shows good length and some dusty tannins on the back end.",Estate Bottled,16,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Luiano 1998 Estate Bottled  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luiano-1998-estate-bottled-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Luiano
,Red,US,"Big, bold black-cherry fruit is accented by a pinch of dried herbs. Cedary oak gives delineation and focus to the rich, smooth palate that's weighty without being heavy.",,25,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lenz 1997 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-1997-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Lenz
13,Red,Italy,"A complex bouquet of berries, cedar, cinnamon and earth leads into a chewy, full palate of cherries supported by brisk acidity. Young and frisky, it closes with zingy tannins that are a little astringent now, but give it a year or two; there's good fruit here.",Riserva,26,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vigna Piccola 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigna-piccola-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Vigna Piccola
13.5,Red,Italy,"Very darkly fruited, this full-bodied wine offers layered bark-chocolate, cherry and espresso aromas and flavors. The palate is smooth and suavely textured, and this sleeper has refined tannins on the long, classy finish.",Rio Camerata Riserva,12,89,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piazzano 1997 Rio Camerata Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piazzano-1997-rio-camerata-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1997,Piazzano
13,Red,US,"Takes all of the ingredients of Gristina's estate Merlot and ""kicks them up a notch""-cherry, plum, coffee and mocha aromas and flavors show good depth, a thick texture and a lingering finish. To be released 5/01.",Andy's Field,27,89,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gristina 1998 Andy's Field Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gristina-1998-andys-field-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Gristina
13,Red,Italy,"It's black cherries and oak galore in this rich and very dark offering. Chocolate, espresso and sour plum flavors keep on coming and the mouthfeel is big but not bulky. The fruit is solid enough to make its presence felt through the intense toast on the long finish. Drinks nicely now; better in one or two years.",,16,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monastero 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monastero-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Monastero
13.5,Red,Italy,"Medium in weight but big on flavor, this is strong and stylish juice with plenty of plum, dark cherry, licorice and toasty oak on the nose and in the mouth. Dusty tannins and ripe cherry fruit on the long finish close it nicely. Big and relatively unevolved; best held for two to four years.",,40,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Brolio 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-brolio-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Brolio
,Red,US,"This Bordeaux blend offers a bouquet of cassis fruit with earth, tobacco and slight herbaceous flavors with a licorice note on the palate flow to an elegant, tart black-cherry, pepper and earth-tinged finish.  Drinkable now, but still taut, it should develop well over the next three to five years.",Generations,34,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1996 Generations Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1996-generations-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Charles Krug
13,Red,Italy,"Lush oak lends coconut and toast notes to the cherry fruit in this international-style wine. Fairly full, it displays a supple texture and offers dark rich flavors on the palate. Closes with espresso notes and even tannins. Has class and flavor, but it's very much of the new school...not for traditionalists. Drink now through 2006.",Riserva,21,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Cerna 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-cerna-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Villa Cerna
13,Red,US,Elegant nose of sandalwood and cedar. Black cherries come on strong and carry through to the finish. A very smooth and polished wine; finishes on an expansive note with fine tannins.,Estate Selection,30,89,New York,Long Island,"The Hamptons, Long Island","Wölffer 1998 Estate Selection Merlot (The Hamptons, Long Island)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1998-estate-selection-merlot-long-island-hamptons/,Merlot,1998,Wölffer
12.5,Red,Italy,"Full aromas of rich blackberry fruit with licorice and cocoa notes are followed by more of the same on the palate. The dense fruit picks up a sweet-and-sour quality and coffee tones on the lengthy finish. Not a particularly deep wine, but a very satisfying one.",Castiglioni,13,89,Tuscany,Chianti,,Frescobaldi 1999 Castiglioni  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1999-castiglioni-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Frescobaldi
13,Red,Italy,"This balanced and supple wine offers stylish cherry, licorice and leather aromas and flavors. The long finish is dry, with full, well-dispersed tannins and sour cherry flavors. Not dense, but flavorful, balanced and well built for drinking over the next few years.",Riserva Ducale Tan Label,20,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 1997 Riserva Ducale Tan Label  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1997-riserva-ducale-tan-label-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Ruffino
12,Red,Italy,"Nice cherry, anise and cedar aromas open this affordable surprise. It follows through with good mouthfeel and balance, and black plum and chocolate flavors. Closes with ripe and even tannins, dark cherry flavors and toast shadings. Perfect for drinking this year and the next, and worth buying by the dozen.",,8,89,Tuscany,Chianti,,Placido 1998  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/placido-1998-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Placido
,Red,Italy,"Built like a modern Chianti, with 90% Sangiovese supported by 10% Merlot and Cabernet, this red from the south of Tuscany is lean and dry.  It has an elegant texture and feel, and black-cherry and cedar aromas and flavors.  Fine tannins and a leathery note mark the finish.",La Sughera Rosso,18,89,Tuscany,San Gimignano,,Pietrafitta 1998 La Sughera Rosso Sangiovese (San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-1998-sughera-rosso-sangiovese-san-gimignano/,Sangiovese,1998,Pietrafitta
13,Red,Italy,"A rich nose with deep cherry and spice notes opens this dense, even jammy wine. It's not often you find Sangiovese this ripe from Tuscany, but the fruit here is very good, and there's a lot of it. The finish is full and juicy, with mild tannins and good length. In weight and texture, almost like an Aussie Shiraz, but with Sangiovese flavors.",,18,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Cinciole 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-cinciole-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Le Cinciole
13,Red,Italy,"A nose of cherry, herbs and chocolate opens to a mouthful of sour black cherries, licorice and leather in this elegant offering. A well-balanced wine with nicely defined flavors, enough acidity to support the fruit and solid tannins on the back end. Best held for two or more years.",Riserva,26,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Volpaia
,Red,US,FEatures a deep bouquet of red currants and strawberries.  Green tea and licorice accents add interest and the overall feel is bright yet full.  Closes with mineral-chalk and licorice elements.,,12,89,California,Sonoma,Alexander Valley,Charles Krug 1998 Zinfandel (Alexander Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-alexander-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Charles Krug
13.5,Red,Italy,"Despite its heft, shows finesse in its black-cherry, licorice and cedar aromas and flavors. Even, balanced and supple in the mouth. Boasts very dark espresso and chocolate flavors, with full tannins and good structure. Hold for two or three years.",Rocca Guicciarda Riserva,22,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Barone Ricasoli 1997 Rocca Guicciarda Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-ricasoli-1997-rocca-guicciarda-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Barone Ricasoli
14,Red,Italy,"This round, darkly-hued, well-balanced wine has deep cherry fruit and cedar accents. Hints of licorice, mineral and toast complement the fruit. Nice balance and mouthfeel, too, and it's lively right through the finish. Drinking well now.",Riserva,20,90,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Spalletti 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spalletti-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1997,Spalletti
13.5,Red,Italy,"A very pleasing marriage of high-quality fruit and oak. Cloves, cocoa and licorice accent the dark plum aromas. Chocolate and hints of black tea complement the fruit, the palate is medium-full and supple, even creamy. Soft tannins and cherry fruit with coffee-chocolate accents mark the long finish. Best after 2003.",Riserva,27,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Maisano 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maisano-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Villa Maisano
,Red,US,"Refinement and depth show from the start in aromas of chocolate, raisin, and creamy vanilla. The palate of intense cassis, black-cherry, and licorice flavors and the full mouthfeel display style and unrestrained power. Dark sweet-and-sour fruit, plenty of oak and full, dusty tannins play out on the long finish.",Vintage Select,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1996 Vintage Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1996-vintage-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Charles Krug
12.5,Red,Italy,"There's lots of toast on the nose and palate of this very New Worldish Chianti, but there's no denying the appeal of the blackberry, espresso and bitter-chocolate elements. Gracefully broad-shouldered, it packs in a lot of flavor. The long, black licorice-tinged finish bears full, but smooth, tannins. Drink now through 2004.",Beni Duilio Castellani Riserva,18,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellani 1997 Beni Duilio Castellani Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-1997-beni-duilio-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castellani
5,Sparkling,Italy,"The inviting apricot preserves, honey, butter and roasted almond aromas of this semi-sparkler pull you right in. It's on the sweet side, with stone-fruit flavors kept alive by the decent acidity. The palate bubbles and tingles and maintains its balance. Fine as an apéritif or with dessert.",,10,90,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Bartenura 2000  Moscato d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartenura-2000-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,2000,Bartenura
,Dessert,US,"Sure, it's made “artificially” in a commercial freezer, but so what? It tastes good. Dried apricots and honey are imbued with layers of flavor and richness. Enough acidity to avoid being cloying, but not so much that you'll want to age it. Drink now.",Ice Wine,35,90,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1999 Ice Wine Johannisberg Riesling (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1999-ice-wine-riesling-johannisberg-long-island/,Johannisberg Riesling,1999,Pindar Vineyards
,Red,US,"The best Mythology yet, with more lush fruit than previous vintages have possessed.  It's still earthy and leathery with tobacco notes, but this year the wine has enough sweet cassis fruit to balance it out.  The creamy texture is a treat.",Mythology,28,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1997 Mythology Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1997-mythology-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Pindar Vineyards
13.5,Red,Italy,"Deep and sweet and aromas of dark cherry, leather and spice open this big red.  Full-flavored and dry, it has good depth of fruit and acidity to balance.  Long and powerful, the finish bears full tannins and a blackberry-prune note.  This wine is built to last; try it in two or three years-or now with hearty fare.",Estate Bottled,30,90,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Antonelli 1997 Estate Bottled  (Sagrantino di Montefalco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonelli-1997-estate-bottled-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1997,Antonelli
,Red,Italy,"The ripe, lean, smooth fruit is complemented by tobacco and cedar accents. Has a refined feel and classic tartness to the cherry flavors. Tight now, the full tannins on the finish can use a year or two to resolve, but handsome tar and licorice accents already show, and the solid components will knit themselves together well with a little time.",,18,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Il Palazzino 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzino-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Il Palazzino
,Red,Italy,"Vibrant dark cherry is handsomely balanced against toasty oak in this elegant bottling. The solid fruit wears coffee accents and a mineral note; bright acidity keeps the fruit and palate lively. Finishes long with tart cherry flavors and solid, even tannins. With the new DOCG laws, this former Super Tuscan Vino da Tavola is now a Chianti Classico Riserva.",Grosso Sanese Riserva,35,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Il Palazzino 1997 Grosso Sanese Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-palazzino-1997-grosso-sanese-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Il Palazzino
,Sparkling,US,"Starts out with aromas of toast, strawberries and citrus. Tart and dry and very fresh; this should hold well in the bottle for some time. Winemaker Eric Fry only makes between 500 and 600 cases each year and disgorges it in small batches so it's always fresh when released.",Cuvée,30,90,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lenz 1994 Cuvée  (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-1994-cuvee-sparkling-long-island-north-fork/,Champagne Blend,1994,Lenz
13,Red,Italy,"Quite full and very New World in style, this is a fruit and oak-loaded wine with a creamy texture. Plum, vanilla, cocoa and cedar work in harmony on the nose and palate to create a supple, elegant impression. Finishes long and very dark, with fine but firm tannins and black chocolate and espresso notes. Very approachable, but has the structure to last as well.",Riserva,26,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Riseccoli 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riseccoli-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Riseccoli
13.5,Red,Italy,"Again a good melding of fruit and oak. The nose of this single-vineyard wine displays ripe cherry fruit, cinnamon and clove spice accents and a unique mint note. Balanced and lithe on the tongue, its dried plum and spice flavors play out attractively on the finish.",Questo,30,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Maisano 1997 Questo  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maisano-1997-questo-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Villa Maisano
12.5,Red,Italy,"A complex bouquet offers black-cherry, soy, game and anise notes, and opens nicely to an expansive palate with earth and leather notes accenting the fruit. The dark finish, with its coffee and orange-peel notes, shows some of the intrigue of the nose. Beautiful in its youth, it should get even better in a year or two. Beautiful price, too.",Riserva,16,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Monticello Vineyards 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Monticello Vineyards
15,Dessert,Italy,"The Trebbiano grapes for this delicious dessert white are hung in the attic for three months in the traditional manner.  Aromas of ripe grapes, citrus fruits, butterscotch and hazelnuts yield to a nutty palate more rich than sweet.  Still has plenty of acid backbone and finishes long with apricot notes.",Vin Santo,16,90,Tuscany,Colli della Toscana Centrale,,Pietrafitta 1992 Vin Santo White (Colli della Toscana Centrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietrafitta-1992-vin-santo-white-colli-della-toscana-centrale/,White Blend,1992,Pietrafitta
,Red,Italy,"The great depth of dark cherry fruit in this suave, seamless wine is somewhat obscured now by the menthol-toast oak notes. But even now the supple mouthfeel is seductive, the blackberry and herb flavors compelling, as are the espresso and licorice notes  on the smooth, lengthy finish. Fine fruit and structure will prevail in this keeper. Cellar for two to four years.",Riserva,49,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Fonterutoli 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-fonterutoli-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Fonterutoli
13,Red,Italy,"The dark fruit and toasty oak are well meshed on the nose, with a rich, creamy-floral character. Full and rich blackberry and toast flavors are bold and appealing on the palate, and licorice, toast and dark-plum elements play out on the finish of this satisfying offering. Drink now through 2005.",Riserva,24,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Carpineto 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carpineto-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Carpineto
13,Red,Italy,"Plum, caramel, tobacco and glove-leather aromas show fine depth. Creamy and elegant, the mouthfeel supports the black-plum fruit and toasty, earthy overtones nicely. Finishes with refined tannins and very dark flavors. In its prime now, this is a perfect restaurant wine through 2004. The bank-note label is fun.",Badia A Passignano Riserva,38,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Antinori 1996 Badia A Passignano Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1996-badia-a-passignano-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Antinori
13,Red,Italy,"Opaque and very dark in color and flavor, toasty oak is handsomely wrapped around the black-cherry and plum fruit. Shows a slight animal note. Well textured and full, almost viscous, in the mouth, it finishes long with a nice blend of black-licorice, cherry and clove notes.",Riserva,35,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Riecine 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riecine-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Riecine
13,Red,Italy,"Chocolate, cinnamon and plum aromas, a richly textured palate and a lovely fruit-acid balance are all in play. Mint, dried spice and leather notes accent the rich, plummy fruit. Well-dispersed tannins, tart plum and cocoa flavors characterize the long finish. Drinks well now; will improve through 2004.",Riserva,36,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Meleto 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-meleto-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Meleto
12.5,Red,Italy,"Much more than one would expect at this price, with an inviting dark plum, menthol-toast bouquet. The positive fruit-to-acid balance, solid plum and chocolate flavors and fairly big tannic finish are a find at any price. Will be even better in a year.",,12,91,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Fattoria Le Sorgenti 1998  Chianti Colli Fiorentini,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-le-sorgenti-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,1998,Fattoria Le Sorgenti
,Red,US,"According to winemaker Eric Fry, the big reason for the quality of this wine is vine age-a venerable (by LI standards) 22 years. This is a big, dense wine pumped full of black cherries and capped off by hints of cedar and coffee. Right now it's more about potential than pleasure-try to hold a bottle or two for five years.",Estate Bottled,55,91,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lenz 1997 Estate Bottled Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-1997-estate-bottled-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Lenz
12.5,Red,Italy,"The bouquet of this elegant, reserved wine is muted right now, but the berry and leather notes that show display real class. Medium bodied, with tart cherry flavors and an appealing slate-chalk element, this wine has a distinctive palate and profile. Closes beautifully with even tannins, nice cassis and licorice notes and a handsome perfume.",Nipozzano Riserva,22,91,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Frescobaldi 1997 Nipozzano Riserva  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1997-nipozzano-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1997,Frescobaldi
,Red,France,"An elegant grand cru whose tannic structure is just beginning to resolve. Has a nose of berry aromas, earthy accents and even meaty notes. The palate displays developed ripe cassis and earth flavors. Still youthful, it drinks well, but should evolve further over the next few years.",,40,91,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Yon Figeac 1995  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-yon-figeac-1995-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Château Yon Figeac
,Red,Italy,"A distinctive offering marked by a beautiful seamless quality, some exotic aromatic notes and a unique bottle design. Cedar, sandalwood and a sweet dustiness on the nose open to a cherry and toasty oak palate. Dry and even in the mouth. The finish has fine-grained tannins and a lovely back-end bouquet. Drink now through 2007.",Riserva,24,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Campomaggio 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campomaggio-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Campomaggio
,Sparkling,France,"Shines with elegance and class right from the start of the toasty, yeasty, appley bouquet with vanilla hints. It's a joy to taste, with its full, complex flavors, ripe mouthfeel and long finish. A great example of how far wines designated Kosher have come, and what is possible in this category.",L-P Brut,40,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV L-P Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-l-p-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
13,Red,Italy,"Unusual and elegant, this red from northeastern Italy is mostly Merlot, blended with Cabernet Franc and a small amount of Gamay.  The complex plum, ripe berry, herb and cedar notes of the noseopen to a medium-weight palate of dry cherry and earth flavors.  It's quite alive and graceful at six years, and closes handsomely with even tannins on the finish.",Holbar,20,91,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Marega 1994 Holbar Red (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marega-1994-holbar-red-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Red Blend,1994,Marega
13,Red,Italy,"A lush and beautiful rendition of well-oaked, new-style Chianti. Inviting dark chocolate and cherry aromas and flavors and an even, full texture mark this affordable sophisticate. The long, densely fruited finish of this exceptional value shows lots of creamy vanillin oak and tart black-cherry and espresso flavors. Perhaps hard to find, but worth the hunt. So seductive now, it will be hard to cellar for long.",,19,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,San Giusto a Rentennano 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-giusto-a-rentennano-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,San Giusto a Rentennano
13,Red,Italy,"The black-cherry, plum and soy elements of the deep, almost profound, bouquet set you up for a serious wine. Full and powerful—but supple and even; reserved—but subtly strong, it offers up seamless black-cherry, chocolate and earth flavors. Finishes long, with firm but refined tannins and polished, dark fruit flavors. Best from 2004–2015.",Montesodi Castello di Nipozzano,54,92,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Frescobaldi 1997 Montesodi Castello di Nipozzano  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1997-montesodi-castello-nipozzano-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1997,Frescobaldi
14,White,New Zealand,"Simple and sweet-smelling, like butterscotch Lifesavers; a caramel-candy beverage.",Reserve,,80,Marlborough,,,Omaka Springs 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/omaka-springs-1998-reserve-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Omaka Springs
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Shows a lot of tart vegetal flavors, including tomato and bell pepper. Why drink this when you coulda had a V-8?",,15,80,Martinborough,,,Te Kairanga 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/te-kairanga-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-martinborough/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Te Kairanga
12.5,Red,US,"Smells herbaceous and weedy, with lots of green, stalky notes and just the barest trace of berry fruit. The flavors are pretty much the same, thin and austere, with a solid dose of tannins. It's well made, but there's not a whole lot to like here.",,7,81,California,California Other,California,Coastal Ridge 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coastal-ridge-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Coastal Ridge
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This one's an odd duck. Ripe, honeyed peach and caramelized pineapple aromas and flavors turn tart and metallic on the finish, resulting in a package that's disjointed and ultimately unsatisfying.",,10,81,Hawke's Bay,,,Longridge 1999 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-1999-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1999,Longridge
13.5,Red,US,"This Zinfandel doesn't show either the flavor or mouthfeel it should. There are some indistinct tart-berry flavors, but also a leathery element that needs more fruit to complement it. It's smooth on the palate, but ends a bit woody, and seems tired already.",Valley Oaks,11,81,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Valley Oaks Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-valley-oaks-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Fetzer
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Ripe black cherries infused with cola on the nose, but like so many N.Z. Pinots it doesn't follow through on the palate, where elements of sur-maturité war with tart, almost astringent acidity.",,30,81,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 1998 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-1998-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1998,Foxes Island
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Starts with promising aromas of dark toast, vanilla, cola and beets, but turns coarse on the palate, where rough oak flavors and alcohol dominate.",,33,82,Marlborough,,,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks 1999 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lynskeys-wairau-peaks-1999-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Lynskeys Wairau Peaks
13.5,White,New Zealand,"I'll fess up—I really don't like asparagus aromas in my wine, which accounts for this wine's low score. That aside, there are some decent grapefruit and gooseberry flavors in there, and the finish is crisp and clean.",,16,82,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-2000-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Nautilus
13.5,White,New Zealand,"No doubt a blend of Hawkes Bay and Gisborne fruit that's unfortunately lost its way in a lumberyard. It's full, indicating adequate sugar levels, but lacks fruit flavor, instead relying on wood for much of its character.",Reserve,15,82,North Island,,,Huntaway Reserve 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (North Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/huntaway-reserve-1998-reserve-chardonnay-north-island/,Chardonnay,1998,Huntaway Reserve
,Red,US,"Light, rustic and brimming with black-cherry fruit, with a cut of mushroom and earth. Very dry, and although the color is a bit light, it's surprisingly acidic. Finishes earthy and rough.",,12,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Arciero 1998 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arciero-1998-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1998,Arciero
,Red,US,"The strawberry and Play-doh—even bubble gum—aromas are actually sweeter than this wine is on the palate, where mild berry and just slightly tart rhubarb emerge. Finishes short and clean; maybe a little less sweet than expected. Serve well chilled.",Echo Ridge,7,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Echo Ridge Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-echo-ridge-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Fetzer
12.5,White,US,"Soft and easy to drink, with pronounced fruity-spicy flavors and a solid dose of smoky oak. Quite sweet and soda-like, with a sugary finish.",Oak Barrel Fermented,10,82,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1999 Oak Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1999-oak-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Forest Glen
13,Red,US,"Inexpensive Cabernet can often be slightly weedy, even rubbery, with a hot feeling to it. So it is with this wine. The Mondavi folks managed to pack in as much blackberry and cassis fruit as they could, but there's really just a hint of it. The tannins are light, the acidity soft, and that's about it.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Woodbridge
12.5,Red,US,"Rough, earthy and young, with the sharp acidity of youth and ripe, jammy fruit flavors. The tannins are soft and round, and it finishes sweet and a little awkward.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Forest Glen
11,White,US,"The sweet grapey aromas on the nose don't mislead, but rather lead to concord-grape and pears-in-syrup flavors. A touch of spritz on the palate adds a little life, and it's at its best well chilled.",Echo Ridge,10,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Echo Ridge Johannisberg Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-echo-ridge-riesling-johannisberg-other/,Johannisberg Riesling,1999,Fetzer
12.5,Red,US,"Light and modest; a wine that doesn't pretend to be any more than it is. With some decent berry and spice flavors, a kiss of oak and suitable tannins and acidity, it's an adequate dinner wine. Won't do for your best table, but will get the job done for quick late night meals that need something dry and red to drink.",Coastal,11,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1999 Coastal Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-coastal-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1999,Robert Mondavi
13,Red,New Zealand,"Another N.Z. Pinot that smells better than it tastes: attractive toast, black-cherry and cola aromas give way to lean flavors of tart berries and a persistent green tannic edge that seems unlikely to fade; drink it soon.",,15,83,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 1999 Pinot Noir (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-1999-pinot-noir-marlborough/,Pinot Noir,1999,Stoneleigh
,Red,New Zealand,"Solidly plummy, but also tastes a little roasted or stewed, with raisiny notes. Ready to drink now.",,25,83,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 1999 Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-1999-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1999,Matariki
,White,New Zealand,"Oaky and buttery, with loads of sweet vanilla and baking spices over modest peach and pear fruit. Turns toasty on the finish.",Fall Harvest,10,83,Gisborne,,,Nobilo 2000 Fall Harvest Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nobilo-2000-fall-harvest-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,2000,Nobilo
13.5,Red,US,"Although basically an earthy wine that was most likely produced from vineyards where the yields were stretched to the max to keep the price down, it does have its charms. You'll find enough black-cherry flavors to satisfy, and the tannins are soft and firm. It's dry as dust. The right foods (perhaps roast pork) will coax out its inherent sweetness.",Reserve Coastal,15,83,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1998 Reserve Coastal Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-reserve-coastal-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Callaway
,White,US,"A fresh, fruity wine. A little soft but full of juicy flavors of lemon, lime, peach and pear, with flowery, honeyed notes. It's pleasant rather than complex, an everyday picnic-sort-of-wine.",Symphony,12,83,California,California Other,California,Baywood 1999 Symphony White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baywood-1999-symphony-white-other/,White Blend,1999,Baywood
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Initial aromas of buttered popcorn and tropical fruit fade, then reawaken as butterscotch candy. Caramelized pears are topped with lots of oaky spice on the finish.",,28,83,Marlborough,,,Foxes Island 1998 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxes-island-1998-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Foxes Island
,Red,US,"Has some real varietal Cabernet notes of currant and blackberry, with oaky nuances. It's supple and well-made, although of average quality, and a bit thin in the mid-palate. But it's dry and clean.",,8,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Dunnewood 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Dunnewood
13,White,New Zealand,"Almost too subtle and understated, this wine's faint melon and grapefruit aromas and flavors are tinged with honey, giving a sweet-sour impression on the palate.",Reserve,14,83,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 2000 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-2000-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Mills Reef
,White,US,"Ripe, oaky, but inexpensive Chardonnay often smells like lemon-lime soda pop, with a waft of spice and vanilla and a hint of smoke. This version tastes fruity and more than a little sweet, but it's not flat, thanks to vibrant acidity. It's geared to the American palate, at an affordable price.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Arciero 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arciero-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Arciero
13.5,White,US,"Aromas of white peach and apple wood, with a dab of oak and butter. In the mouth it's very fruity and a bit sweet. The acidity is high and cutting. It's one-dimensional and finishes rough and earthy.",Vineyard Reserve,10,83,California,California Other,California,Bandiera 1999 Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bandiera-1999-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Bandiera
13,White,US,"Pleasant enough and Chard-like, with aromas of tangerine, peach and a kiss of honeyed oak. It's got enough residual sugar to almost fall into the off-dry category. Well made and certainly affordable.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Woodbridge
14,White,New Zealand,"Pleasant enough, but the lime and grapefruit flavors are a bit dilute. Lacks intensity overall; well chilled, the mild flavors would make a nice counterpoint to strongly flavored foods.",Winemaker's Private Bin,18,83,Marlborough,,,Corbans 1999 Winemaker's Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbans-1999-winemakers-private-bin-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Corbans
,Rose,US,Tart green-apple flavors are joined on the palate by a touch of fresh berries. Clean and crisp; a good summertime wine that's the local version of a Provençal rosé (but made from a blend of Chardonnay and Merlot).,,11,84,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Wölffer 1999 Rosé (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolffer-1999-rose-long-island/,Rosé,1999,Wölffer
13,Red,Italy,"After some rough front-end sulfur blew off, nice cherry fruit with dried spice accents showed. The profile is lean and dry, and there's length to the finish; also some biting tannins.",,17,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Borgo Salcetino 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-salcetino-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Borgo Salcetino
12.5,Red,Italy,"Looking brown around the edges, this wine is showing decline at an age when a good riserva should be hitting full stride. The fruit is stylishly sweet, but attenuated, and past its best in this pretty, older wine. Fading elegance, but why at just past five years of age?",Riserva,22,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 1995 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-1995-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Valiano
11.5,Red,Israel,"Shows lean red berry and herb aromas. Mild tea and currant flavors play on the tongue, but the desired weight and texture of Shiraz aren't there. Finishes short, with a tea note.",Vineyards Selected,12,82,Shomron,,,Carmel 1998 Vineyards Selected Shiraz (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-1998-vineyards-selected-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-shomron/,Shiraz,1998,Carmel
,Red,US,"A juicy, jammy, alcoholic style, tannic and young. This is gutsy, high-toned wine, with fat, extracted fruit. Very dry tannins, good balance. This wine needs time; it's a very different style from the other Claudia Springs Zins. But it shows the same attention to detail, intense fruit, and stylish, sensitive winemaking.",Rhodes Vineyard,24,93,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 1998 Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1998-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Claudia Springs
,Red,US,"Big, fruity wine, with layers of fruit, earth, toast and oak. Spicy cranberry/raspberry fruit leads into toasty, dry tannins. There is a lovely density, buttressed with new oak, but anchored with ripe, firm fruit. Lovely winemaking.",Alegria,26,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 1998 Alegria Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-alegria-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Rosenblum
,Red,Australia,"Comes on full and lush from the opening, with blackberry, chocolate, menthol and smoke aromas. In the mouth it delivers dark, dry flavors of plum, cassis and toasty oak and has good acidity that keeps it from getting mushy. The solid finish offers more of the same, a nice spiciness and some substantial tannins. Drink now; should be even better in two years.",Bin 128,22,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penfolds 1998 Bin 128 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-bin-128-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1998,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Ripe, strawberry/raspberry preserves, with a pleasing, jammy, fruity, luscious richness. Ten percent Petite Sirah adds color and punch. There's a fair amount of tannin, but overall a nice balance, and the plush fruit is the highlight.",,19,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Castle
,Red,South Africa,"Dark cherry, toasted oak and licorice notes mark the nose of this fairly full wine. Sweet and sour flavors, a smoky note, and an even finish with tarry elements all have significant appeal. The toasted-oak notes seem a bit heavy handed, but tasty.",,20,87,Stellenbosch,,,Longridge 1998 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-1998-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,1998,Longridge
,Red,US,"Bright, brash fruit sets this off on the right note, with raspberries and strawberries and even a little watermelon in the mix. Fruit defines the middle, and extends through to the full, ripe finish.",Ueberroth Vineyard,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 1997 Ueberroth Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1997-ueberroth-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Martin & Weyrich
13.5,Red,South Africa,"A jammy and meaty nose with dark currant, plum, and leather accents opens this straight-ahead, pleasing wine. Dark berry flavors fill the mouth and the tart-sweet fruit works well with the modest wood. Displays judicious use of the differing attributes of the blended grapes and oak.",,16,86,Stellenbosch,,,Middelvlei 1998 Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/middelvlei-1998-red-stellenbosch/,Red Blend,1998,Middelvlei
,Red,US,"Cranberries and watermelon in the nose, leading into a soft, light, pleasant wine. Smooth and simple flavors; the wine needs to be chilled to show its best. This is made for near-term enjoyment.",Brutocao Vineyards,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1998 Brutocao Vineyards Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1998-vineyards-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1998,Brutocao
,Red,US,"Beaucoup d'oak. Delicious, toasty, roasty, mocha-flavored oak. But the fruit is missing in action. The color suggests that there is some light, plummy fruit underlying all the oak, but it's hiding.",,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saviez 1998 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saviez-1998-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Saviez
12.8,Red,France,"Bears a striking resemblance to blueberry pie in its aromas. Lighter than expected on the palate, before fading on the finish. A pleasant lunch mate to pâté or charcouterie.",,8,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château d'Or et de Gueules 1998 Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dor-gueules-1998-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château d'Or et de Gueules
15.5,Red,US,"A dense purple color, with jammy, grapy fruit. Plenty of extraction, yielding a grapy, fruity wine with a little bit of fizz to it. The wine promises more depth than it delivers; the finish falls off quickly and feels flat.",Story Vineyard Old Vine,21,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sonora 1998 Story Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonora-1998-story-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Sonora
12,White,France,"With a nose of spicy green herbs—notably tarragon—and flavors of lemon and pink grapefruit, this no-nonsense blend of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Sémillon goes down easy and clean. The crisp finish is a good palate-cleanser.",Reserve,9,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Marquis de Chasse 1999 Reserve  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-chasse-1999-reserve-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,1999,Marquis de Chasse
,Red,US,"Simple and fruity and forward, though still unbalanced from extreme youth. It's more like a Beaujolais nouveau, with an odd, disjointed, watery finish. The price seems way out of line for what's in the bottle.",Sin Zin,18,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alexander Valley Vineyards 1999 Sin Zin Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-1999-sin-zin-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Alexander Valley Vineyards
12.5,Red,France,"A light, toffee-and-caramel-tinged red that seems to be fading. Some earth and cherry flavors provide for acceptable drinking now, but this wine is headed south. Get to it soon.",Cru Classe,12,82,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Castel Roubine 1996 Cru Classe Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-roubine-1996-cru-classe-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Castel Roubine
13,White,South Africa,"The attractive opening notes of orange blossom and mild spice are quickly overwhelmed by an off-putting asparagus and sulfur note that just doesn't yield. Light on the palate, the wine finishes lean with a pronounced vegetal element. This producer has impressed us with other offerings, but this one misses the mark.",Chameleon,16,83,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 1999 Chameleon White (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-1999-chameleon-white-stellenbosch/,White Blend,1999,Jardin
,Red,US,"A very interesting wine from a rarely-seen appellation. The fruit is distinctly wild berry—huckleberry maybe—with spice and good acid. But the finish has a bitter, metallic note that lingers unpleasantly.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Joullian 1997 Zinfandel (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-1997-zinfandel-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Joullian
12,Red,France,"Shows its Right Bank roots in Merlot and Cab Franc-derived red fruit and herb flavors: strawberry, tomato and rhubarb. Turns leathery and earthy, with some hints of toast on the finish.",,15,83,Bordeaux,Montagne-Saint-Émilion,,Vieux Château Négrit 1997  Montagne-Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieux-chateau-negrit-1997-red-montagne-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Vieux Château Négrit
12,Red,France,"Pretty strawberries and cherries are paired with softly minty nuances in this lightweight charmer. No, there's not a lot of intensity, but you could even serve it slightly chilled as a picnic wine.",,8,83,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Seigneurs de Bergerac 1999 Red (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seigneurs-bergerac-1999-red-bergerac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1999,Seigneurs de Bergerac
14.5,Red,US,"A peppery nose, tart wine, with plenty of acid, perhaps too much acid. The mouthfeel is awkward, unbalanced, and the finish is odd. It tastes over-manipulated.",Zin Man,12,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Perry Creek 1998 Zin Man Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1998-zin-man-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1998,Perry Creek
,Red,US,"Soft, plum and cherry fruit scents, augmented with hints of rose petal and cranberry. In the mouth it's lean and insubstantial, with a hard, tannic finish.",,18,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mill Creek 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mill-creek-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Mill Creek
,Red,US,"Starts out nice, with a good, fruity raspberry nose, but on the palate are tastes of tomatoes, with a dry, astringent, tannic finish.",Wallstrum Family,20,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Newlan 1997 Wallstrum Family Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1997-wallstrum-family-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Newlan
,Red,US,"Nonvintage juice at an amazing price. It's not going to knock your favorite Zin off the shelf, but as a house pour for spaghetti and meatballs-style cooking, it would do just fine. It has some sweet, tomato-juice flavors and a fair bit of concentration in the finish.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,Barefoot Cellars
13,Red,South Africa,"This wine emphasizes some of the tougher elements of the Pinotage aroma/flavor profile, with lots of barnyard, earth and leather. The light cherry fruit struggles to balance with the rustic notes.",,15,83,Stellenbosch,,,Jacobsdal 1996 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobsdal-1996-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,1996,Jacobsdal
,Red,US,"Dark and deep purple/black, with a Port-like nose. There's a little fizz on the palate, which seems odd in a wine this big, and the flavors are locked in tight. Flat, dry, tannic finish.",TC Vineyard Old Vine,21,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sonora 1998 TC Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonora-1998-tc-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Sonora
14.6,Red,US,"With its bouquet of black plum, leather and dried herb notes, this lean Zin has good berry fruit. However, its attributes are balanced by a note of volatile acidity on the nose, and it shows some definite heat in the mouth. The narrow, rather angular structure of the wine seems to constrain the blackberry and spice flavors here. Closes with full, fairly even tannins.",Frei Vineyard,19,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Frei Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-frei-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
,Dessert,Canada,"A real oddball that's musky, melony, sweet and–yes–bubbly. Vidal is a French-American hybrid with some strange petrolly aromatics that take some getting used to, and they're well-displayed in this example that gets its bubbles from fermentation in sealed tanks, trapping the naturally occurring carbon dioxide.",Sparkling Icewine,83,84,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Inniskillin 1998 Sparkling Icewine Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inniskillin-1998-sparkling-icewine-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,1998,Inniskillin
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Earth and wood aromas open to a tart berry palate. The wine has a mildly creamy texture, but the fruit seems clipped with a slight green note. High acidity gives the wine an edgy feel and it closes a bit short, with more tart berry fruit.",Old Bush Vines,18,84,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 1998 Old Bush Vines Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-1998-old-bush-vines-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,1998,Warwick
,Red,Italy,"Brisk acidity and a lean but smooth profile characterize this taut, somewhat tart wine.  A very inviting vouquet with cherry, cinnamon, clove, cedar, and tobacco notes sets a pretty stage for the palate, but after the great setup the wine delivers rather uninspired and predictable tart berry and sour cherry Barbera flavors.  The sour plum and earth finish is full but quite dry.",,10,84,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Marchesi di Barolo 1998 Barbera (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-1998-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,1998,Marchesi di Barolo
13,Red,France,"This well-known Burgundy négociant has branched out into the Rhône, like so many others have before. The good news is that the wine is bursting with bright cherry flavors—tart and juicy. Would make a nice burger or sandwich accompaniment.",Château De Domazan,8,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Mommessin 1999 Château De Domazan Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mommessin-1999-chateau-domazan-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Mommessin
13.5,Red,US,"Gamy flavors distinguish this wine, giving it a Rhônish flair. There's a good, meaty mouthfeel, red berries and cherries, with lots of tang. The finish falls off quickly though, making for a fairly light impression overall.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Foppiano 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Foppiano
,Red,South Africa,"The right elements are here and show on the nose-berry/plum, a touch of earth and leather. On the palate, though, the wine displays sharp acidity, an angular profile, and tart plum flavors. Finishes lean, and could use more flesh, less bite.",,20,84,Stellenbosch,,,Longridge 1998 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-1998-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1998,Longridge
14.5,Red,US,"Blackberry aromas with tobacco accents turn slightly barnyardy. Brisk acidity supports the solid, spicy red and black berry fruit here, but the palate feel is rather thin. It's fairly full-scaled, but not particularly graceful, and finishes dry and burnt-toasty, with a briar and tobacco note.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lake Sonoma 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Lake Sonoma
12.5,Red,France,"From a vintage known for its readily-approachable wines, this grand cru Saint-Emilion shows surprising structure. Some toasty oak frames delicate black-cherry fruit. Black tea notes on the finish carry more tannins than the fruit can handle in the long run, so catch this one soon before it heads south.",,20,84,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Lapelletrie 1997  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lapelletrie-1997-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Château Lapelletrie
12.5,Red,France,"Features attractive aromas of chocolate, prunes, leather and soy sauce that are fairly complex and mature. The flavors are similar, with touches of earth and black cherries. Drink now.",,20,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Château des Sarrins 1997 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sarrins-1997-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Château des Sarrins
12.5,Red,France,"Another Cahors from the stable of Alain-Dominque Perrin, this one is the entry-level wine, made to be more accessible than his flagship wine from Château Lagrezette or the luxury cuvée. There's still plenty of toasty oak, but also some raspberry-cherry fruit and green tobacco on the finish.",,11,84,Southwest France,Cahors,,Castel Montplaisir 1997 Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castel-montplaisir-1997-red-cahors/,Red Blend,1997,Castel Montplaisir
12,Red,South Africa,"This light offering shows berry-cherry fruit and an herb note on the nose. The palate is even and dry with bing-cherry flavors, but an evident greenness keeps the wine from blossoming fully. Finishes dry, with a mildly astringent and slightly woody note.",,17,84,Stellenbosch,,,Middelvlei 1996 Pinotage (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/middelvlei-1996-pinotage-stellenbosch/,Pinotage,1996,Middelvlei
,Red,US,"A very oaky nose leads into a tough, tannic wine. There's good fruit under all the wood and tannin, and the tight, rugged finish should smooth out in time.",Private Reserve,15,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Windsor 1997 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1997-private-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1997,Windsor
13.5,Red,US,"Lithe and nicely balanced, this flavorful wine shows a red berry-herb bouquet and a pleasingly dry, gently spicy palate. The mouthfeel is good, and shows some texture despite the fact that it's light-weight on the palate. An interesting chalk note comes in on the back end of this pleasant, easy-drinking surprise.",Special Selection,8,85,California,California Other,California,Stone Creek 1998 Special Selection Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-creek-1998-special-selection-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Stone Creek
,Red,US,"Plenty of herbal, mushroomy notes in the nose. The wine is light, soft and fruity. The mushroom flavors could be a real asset with the right food. Finishes true to form, with nothing off.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Talus 1998 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-1998-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Talus
14.8,Red,US,"The nose of this Russian River Valley, single-vineyard offering shows positive dark berry fruit bearing mild meaty accents.  Made in a lighter style, the flavors follow the aromatic opening and the wine finishes dry with medium tannins, red berry and tea notes.",Ricci Vyd,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mayo 1998 Ricci Vyd Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-1998-ricci-vyd-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Mayo
13.5,Red,US,"Full berry cocoa and pepper aromas on the nose open to solid black cherry and chocolate flavors. The mouthfeel is big, but there's fairly high acidity, too, and some big tannins with a decided bite on the back end.  The elements are there in this dense and chunky wine; only time will tell if they come into greater harmony.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Some earthy elements mingle with the fruit, which has a ripe tomato edge. Good structure, without the harshness or heat that affects so many '97s. If anything, it's a little underripe, with bell pepper, beet and earthy flavors.",Dante Dusi Vineyard Reserve,22,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 1997 Dante Dusi Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1997-dante-dusi-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Martin & Weyrich
14.9,Red,US,"Alcoholic, volatile nose, with some pickley edges to it. The wine is smooth and fruity, with a quick, hot, alcoholic finish and very dry tannins.",,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Sobon Estate 1998 Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1998-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,1998,Sobon Estate
12.5,Red,South Africa,"Dark cherry and toast shows on the nose of this straightforward Cabernet. The wine offers more of the same and some earthy shadings on the dry and even palate. Finishes with medium length, and displays a hint of chocolate on the back end.",,14,85,Paarl,,,Backsberg 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-paarl/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Backsberg
,Red,US,"Thick, chewy, cherry fruit, with lots of wood behind it. Simple, forward and quite pleasant, without pretension.",Walker Vineyard,18,85,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 1997 Walker Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1997-walker-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1997,Boeger
12,Red,France,"Most everyone's first Bordeaux is back for another year, with fruity black-cherry aromas spiked with just a touch of vanilla and cedar. Juicy acidity keeps this crowd-pleaser lively through the lightly tannic finish. A good introduction to the genre.",Mouton Cadet,11,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1998 Mouton Cadet  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1998-mouton-cadet-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
14.6,Red,US,"Firm, fruity wine, with good clean varietal flavors. Simple and ripe, with a big, tannic finish.",Rocky Top,15,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1998 Rocky Top Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1998-rocky-top-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1998,Sobon Estate
13.5,White,South Africa,"Hits the fat and the lean of Sauvignon Blanc with both fig and grassy flavors. A well-balanced wine, it shows a smooth mouthfeel and a long finish. This is one to have with grilled fish.",Private Collection,14,85,Stellenbosch,,,Saxenburg Estate 1999 Private Collection Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-1999-private-collection-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Saxenburg Estate
,Red,US,"This gets the award for the most confusing label of the month. It says Vigil “Tradicion” and also names the vineyard, then writes Mokelumne River Old Vines, and finishes with Lodi. Talk about information overload! Bottom line: it's a fruity, oaky, simple and straightforward bottle of Zin. 'Nuff said.",Marissa Vineyard,16,85,California,California Other,California,Vigil 1998 Marissa Vineyard Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigil-1998-marissa-vineyard-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Vigil
,Red,US,"This is the first wine from this new winery. Clean, light berry fruit is the whole show, and it's a forward, fruity Zin with friendly, simple flavors.",Cervina,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Venus 1998 Cervina Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venus-1998-cervina-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Venus
14.5,Red,US,"This lavishly oaked, opaque Zinfandel sports a dense nose of blackberry with pronounced toasty and menthol shadings. The mouthfeel is full and smooth, there's dark fruit and plenty of espresso, bitter chocolate and tar on the palate and finish, with tannins to lose on the back end. The wine may open up and the fruit ascend more in a year; lovers of heavy toast can eagerly drink it up now.",Knotty Vines,18,85,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1998 Knotty Vines Zinfandel (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-knotty-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-northern/,Zinfandel,1998,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"Smells very ripe, almost stewed, and it lives up to its name (The Monster) with big, rustic, extracted, alcoholic flavors. For those who like old-style Zin, with no-holds-barred power.",Monster,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Norman 1998 Monster Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-1998-monster-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Norman
,Red,US,"Firm, tannic and fruity, with some nice tropical fruit flavors, wrapped around stiff tannins and some green, slightly stemmy flavors. The finish is hard and rough.",,16,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Castle 1998 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Castle
13.5,Red,France,"Blueberry fruit mingles with cinnamon-tinged oak spice on the nose and palate of this offering. There's even enough depth and complexity to make it more than a simple quaff, worthy of washing down simply roasted chicken perhaps.",Cuvée Prestige,18,86,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château d'Or et de Gueules 1998 Cuvée Prestige Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-dor-gueules-1998-cuvee-prestige-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château d'Or et de Gueules
11,Dessert,Canada,"Smells oily, with a diesel-fuel note that some may find offputting. Rich and earthy on the palate, this bottling emphasizes spice, mineral and loam flavors, not the bright fruit of so many other Ontario products.",Select Late Harvest,18,86,Ontario,Lake Erie North Shore,,Colio 1998 Select Late Harvest Riesling (Lake Erie North Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colio-1998-select-late-harvest-riesling-lake-erie-north-shore/,Riesling,1998,Colio
12,Red,France,"Dark earth and tobacco spice the aromas of this grand cru, followed by flavors of black cherries and herbs. The Cabernet Franc portion shines clearly through as a distinctive weediness, but it's somewhat balanced by roasted black cherries and only a hint of espresso-like oak.",,35,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Château Trimoulet 1996  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-trimoulet-1996-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Château Trimoulet
,Red,US,"Interesting cedar, game and leather notes accent this wine's blackberry and chocolate aromas and flavors. There's an almost Rhône-like quality to this full-bodied, well-balanced wine. Produced from a certified organic vineyard, the finish displays dark cherry and chocolate flavors with peppery accents.",Upper Weise Vineyard,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Upper Weise Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-upper-weise-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Smooth style, with lots of vanilla cream and ripe berry fruit. Forward, inviting style of wine, with light tannins and a clean, focused finish. It's well balanced and professionally made, but ultimately unexciting.",,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,La Crema 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,La Crema
,White,Italy,"Clean and fresh, this Piedmontese white offers lively almond, pear and grapefruit aromas.  Light and even melon and pear flavors with herb accents grace the paalte and the fairly extended finish shows an attractive, slight spiciness.",Le Lune,14,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Marchesi di Barolo 1999 Le Lune  (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-1999-le-lune-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,1999,Marchesi di Barolo
,Red,US,"This wine, from a newly acquired property, is tart and young, grapy almost, with the fruit a little reduced. The wine seems to be in hiding. It falls off in the middle and finishes with tannin and little else. This may just need more time in bottle to blossom.",Mustang Springs,26,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1998 Mustang Springs Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1998-mustang-springs-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Peachy Canyon
12,Red,France,"A négociant bottling from the ubiquitous Yvon Mau, this wine proudly boasts élevé en futs du chene on the label. You can certainly notice it in the cedary aromas and flavors, but it's adequately balanced by cassis and tobacco flavors. The fruit tastes a touch overripe, but it seems to work well here.",,10,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Premius 1998  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/premius-1998-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Premius
,Red,US,"This solid, mainstream Zinfandel displays blackberry fruit and some creamy notes on the nose. Well-defined, dark berry flavors with white pepper and leather accents mark the palate. The mouthfeel is even and the finish here is brisk, tart and juicy. A touch less oak might let the fruit shine a bit more.",Jack London Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1998 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Kenwood
13.5,Red,South Africa,"Nicely balanced from nose to finish, this medium weight Cabernet is more French than New World in style, with tart berry and tobacco elements prevailing. Very smooth on the palate, it finishes with fine tannins and a lingering tobacco note.",Reserve,30,86,Stellenbosch,,,Le Riche 1999 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-riche-1999-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Le Riche
,Red,US,"Cortina refers to the soil type. The wine shows forward, pretty fruit, mixing berries and cherries, and follows up with bright, clean, mouth-friendly flavors. Falls off in the finish, with some dry tannins.",Cortina,26,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Seghesio 1998 Cortina Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1998-cortina-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Seghesio
,Red,US,"Tannic, alcoholic nose, with a softer, rosier color tending toward brick. Old vines, soft, sweet, ancient flavors. The wine feels a little bit pushed — the alcohol is too high, and the finish is harsh, tannic and hot.",Zeni,30,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 1998 Zeni Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1998-zeni-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1998,Edmeades
12.5,Red,France,"Built along traditional lines, this claret features soft plummy Merlot fruit accented by leafy tobacco and cassis. Its cedary leanness makes it an ideal foil for rich meat dishes.",Réserve Mouton Cadet,15,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1995 Réserve Mouton Cadet  (Médoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1995-reserve-mouton-cadet-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
14.5,Red,US,"Somewhat closed, the nose of this offering shows some red berry, currants and anise. An evenly textures palate, more of the fruits evidenced on the nose with slight pepperiness mark a classic Zinfandel profile. The finish is moderately tannic, and the wine has the potential to evolve for a year or two.",,23,86,California,California Other,California,Grgich Hills 1998 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1998-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Grgich Hills
,Red,US,"Forward, fruity and clean, with a jokey label showing a moose, an elk and a sheep playing pool. This wine would make a great house Zin if the price were just a tad lower.",Eighth Rack,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Meeker 1997 Eighth Rack Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meeker-1997-eighth-rack-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Meeker
,Red,South Africa,"This medium weight example shows Pinotage fruit in a forward, correct manner. Tart plum and berry, cherry, and leather aromas abound. Earth and dried plum flavors on the palate are kept lively by decent acidity; touches of tart red berry, rhubarb and anise show on the moderately long finish.",Bayview,10,86,South Africa,,,Longridge 1999 Bayview Pinotage (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-1999-bayview-pinotage/,Pinotage,1999,Longridge
11,Dessert,US,"Honeyed mango and papaya flavors are accented by a citrus streak that provides much-needed verve, while the aromas are more along the lines of pear and lemon. A solid effort, with only a hint of the musky or foxy quality that can sometimes dominate wines from hybrid grapes.",Late Harvest,15,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 1999 Late Harvest Vignoles (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-1999-late-harvest-other-white-vignoles-finger-lakes/,Vignoles,1999,Wagner
,Red,US,"Firm, fruity, with tropical flavors and lots of alcohol. The flavors are tight and contained, the fruit tends to strawberry, and the finish is tannic.",,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Windsor
12.5,Red,France,"A solid claret, with cherry and plum fruit accented by dried herbs and a touch of vanilla. This is a basic Saint-Emilion that stays true to its appellation and doesn't try to be more than it is: a user-friendly wine that goes down easy.",,20,86,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1998  Saint-Émilion,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1998-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
13.7,Red,US,"A lot of wood, still pretty rough, surrounds a thick, tannic, muscular, ripe, rustic, Old World-style Zin. There's nothing elegant about this wine, but it packs a lot of flavor into a sturdy frame.",Tollini Vineyard,28,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1998 Tollini Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1998-tollini-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Lolonis
15,Red,US,"Red berry, rhubarb, herb and smoke aromas show in this lighter, claret-styled Zin. Good acidity supports its tart cherry flavors, and the herb note in the bouquet reprises on the finish, accompanied by an attractive pepperiness. Balanced and attractive, it will pair well with many foods.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rocking Horse 1998 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocking-horse-1998-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Rocking Horse
,Red,US,"The fruit is on the tart side, cranberries and raspberries, but the wine is fleshed out with plenty of vanilla oak, and fills the mouth with soft, seductive flavors. Well made and approachable, with some added interest from Carignane, Petite Sirah and Mourvèdre in the blend.",Old Vines,22,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1998 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Sebastiani
15,Red,US,"This attractive wine opens with a nicely nuanced bouquet of berry, spice and earth accented by positive gamy and slightly barnyardy notes. The textured palate offers attractive dark fruit and a touch of tar and licorice. Ends with an even, dry, long finish of pepper, earth and leather.",Wirth Ranch Vineyard,30,87,California,North Coast,Solano County,Per Sempre 1998 Wirth Ranch Vineyard Zinfandel (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/per-sempre-1998-wirth-ranch-vineyard-zinfandel-north-coast-solano-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Per Sempre
,Red,South Africa,This well-balanced Merlot displays a deep ruby/purple color and plenty of plum flavors. Coffee and herb notes add a touch of complexity and the texture is smooth and even. The finish has good length for a modestly priced red.,Bay View,10,87,Stellenbosch,,,Longridge 1999 Bay View Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-1999-bay-view-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1999,Longridge
,Red,US,"A fair amount of the cuvee is from the 130-year-old Grandpère vineyard, which lends a soft, herbal, grassy undertone to the wine. From elsewhere comes bright cherry fruit, and the wine seems a little disjointed, though it may come together in time. Some nail polish in the nose carries through to the finish.",La Grande Folie Old Vine,44,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1998 La Grande Folie Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1998-grande-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Folie à Deux
13,Red,France,"With its bold, jammy blackberries and a hint of black pepper on the nose, this wine is all about delivering a flavor punch. Straightforward berry fruit is tinged with licorice in a bulky but satisfying package.",Estate Bottled,10,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Luberon,,Château Val Joanis 1998 Estate Bottled Red (Côtes du Luberon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-val-joanis-1998-estate-bottled-red-cotes-luberon/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château Val Joanis
,Red,US,"Tar and cherries in the nose, and the follow-through shows thick, ripe, sweet cherry fruit with some dark, tarry underpinnings. Good concentration and a long finish. There is 11% Petite Sirah, which adds color and depth.",Estate,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 1997 Estate Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1997-estate-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1997,Boeger
10,Dessert,Canada,"Peaches and pears, lemons and grapefruits come together in this harmonious late harvest wine that shows little evidence of botrytis. The high acidity gives it balance and makes it a great foil for fruit-garnished foie gras.",Select Late Harvest,23,87,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Henry of Pelham 1998 Select Late Harvest Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-pelham-1998-select-late-harvest-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,1998,Henry of Pelham
13,Red,US,"Full, forward, fleshy nose shows lots of bright, spicy fruit. Unlike a lot of lower cost Zins, this wine has a lot of sweet fruit, and enough body and weight to carry through past the nose into a big, satisfying finish. Nice toast, plenty of acid, a bit hot in the finish.",,12,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shooting Star 1998 Zinfandel (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Shooting Star
13,Red,France,"Impressive dark purple in color, this powerful vin carries lots of toasted-oak aromas: menthol and cedar in particular. There's some promising dark fruit underneath it all that should emerge in a couple years' time. Less exciting than this winery's 1996, which leads to the question: could the creation of a luxury cuvée have had an effect on the quality of this wine?",,20,87,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 1997 Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-1997-red-cahors/,Red Blend,1997,Château Lagrézette
,Red,US,"Tight as a drum, but a little cherry fruit escapes from the nose. It opens up into a sweet, lovely bottle of wine, with a bit of cocoa and coffee in the finish. Well-balanced, with sweet, clean fruit.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Cartlidge & Browne 1998 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cartlidge-browne-1998-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Cartlidge & Browne
,Red,US,"There's a lively gaminess to the nose; a wild, Rhônish note, perhaps from the Carignane, Mourvèdre and Petit Sirah blended in. This wine is front-loaded: the flavors lighten up on the palate, and the finish is tight and tannic.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Peterson
,Red,Australia,"This solid red has deep currant and toasty oak aromas. It opens to rich dark berry, plum and leather flavors with Asian spice accents. The mouthfeel is creamy, almost syrupy, and it shows some vanilla, spice, and a tart-sweetness on the finish.",Koonunga Hill,15,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 1999 Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1999-koonunga-hill-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Penfolds
,Red,South Africa,"This medium-weight Cabernet displays plum, slightly candied cherry and a little smoke on the nose and palate. Well-balanced with good persistence, this is an easy, pleasing glass of red that's ready to drink now.",,17,87,Stellenbosch,,,Middelvlei 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/middelvlei-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Middelvlei
,Red,US,"Smoke and oak dominate the nose, with some fairly light, pretty fruit underneath. The oak seems mismatched for the weight of the fruit, which is sweet and charming, like cherry lifesavers.",Reserve,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 1998 Reserve Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-1998-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1998,Madroña
13,Red,South Africa,"Restrained and refined, this lighter-weight Cab satisfies with dark cherry/berry aromas and flavors offset by earth and tobacco elements. Possessed of flavor and texture that should pair very well with a wide range of foods, think of this as an attractive South African claret. Drink now through 2004.",,16,87,Coastal Region,,,Stellenryck 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stellenryck-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Stellenryck
14,Red,US,"Full dark berry aromas and flavors and classic pepper accents mark this very likeable wine. Cocoa and meaty elements add a bit of complexity not necessarily expected at this price. Kept lively by its brisk, but not sharp acidity, it finishes peppery with a tart-sweet profile.  This straightforward, delicious wine exemplifies how competitive California can still be, despite the trend to priciness.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Cline 1999 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1999-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Cline
,Red,US,"High toned, alcoholic nose, with cherry nail-polish scents. Cherries and plums fill the mouth, along with tongue-lashing tannins. The blend includes 6% Grenache and 4% Mourvèdre, which gives it a nice, peppery edge. Lots of flavor for this price.",Special Reserve,10,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 1998 Special Reserve Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-1998-special-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Shenandoah
,Red,US,"Some of Seghesio's plantings are over a century old, and the wine has a classic, briary quality to it. Supple and inviting, it drinks well now but has the balance and structure to age for a few years.",Old Vine,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 1998 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1998-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Seghesio
,Red,US,"This is bright and smooth, with forward berry fruit and just the right amount of chocolaty oak. Supple and tangy, with a lip-smacking finish.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Savannah-Chanelle 1998 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-1998-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Savannah-Chanelle
14.8,Red,US,"Even and smooth, this Paso Robles contender comes on strong with round, jammy red berry and rhubarb fruit offset by pepper and dusty rose accents. A green note does show early and persists, but the wine still has very good feel, and the silky finish displays a long pepper and red berry fade.",James Gang Reserve,26,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1998 James Gang Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1998-gang-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Pronounced mint and menthol in the nose, with good, ripe cherry fruit underneath. It's like a mint chocolate covered cherry in the mouth, distinctive and delicious.",Tres Condados,14,87,California,California Other,California,Vigil 1998 Tres Condados Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigil-1998-tres-condados-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Vigil
15,Red,US,"Blueberry, spices, fruitcake, even a maple syrup note mark the nose of this fairly sweet Zinfandel. The somewhat candied quality to the berry fruit was not favored by all tasters, but the plush yet structured mouthfeel has significant appeal. Dark sweet-tart fruit and moderate, even tannins work together to provide a positive finish.",Rustridge Vineyard,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 1998 Rustridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-rustridge-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Rosenblum
11.9,Dessert,US,"Shows off the exotic musky-spicy side of this grape in its peppery, leathery aromas. Turns tropical in the mouth: papaya and mango are joined by zippy citrus-tinged acidity. Finishes long, with some of the peppery notes returning.",Ice Wine,18,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 1998 Ice Wine Vignoles (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-1998-ice-wine-other-white-vignoles-finger-lakes/,Vignoles,1998,Wagner
14.5,Red,US,"Good, thick, black cherry fruit, dense tannins, with a dark, dense, chalky finish. This is manly Zin—muscular, balanced and heavy. Great for outdoor grilling.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1998 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1998-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Newlan
13,Red,France,"Cocoa and cedar aromas dominate the bouquet, but then some dark fruit emerges on the palate. It's dense, rich and flavorful, but lacks the elegance and finesse to score higher.",Cuvée Prestige,14,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château de Campuget 1998 Cuvée Prestige Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-campuget-1998-cuvee-prestige-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château de Campuget
12.5,Red,South Africa,"Plum, chocolate and herbaceous notes make for  an attractive flavor package. A smooth mouthfeel, medium body and a long finish add further positive notes. You won't go wrong with this one.",,18,87,Stellenbosch,,,Warwick 1997 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warwick-1997-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1997,Warwick
,Red,US,"Lots of sharp-edged oak around a soft, plummy, chocolate-covered cherry of a wine. Smooth and easy-drinking, up to a fairly tannic finish. The acids keep everything in balance.",,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Easton 1997 Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/easton-1997-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1997,Easton
,Red,US,"Cherry-scented, clean and fruity. Good concentration mid-palate, with no discernable new oak, just a balanced, firm attack and a strong, chewy finish. Only 123 cases made.",,,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Taft Street 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Taft Street
,Red,US,"Raspberries, strawberries and blackberries, with smooth coffee and cream flavors streaking through the finish. Nicely made in a clean, classic Napa Zin style.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Van Asperen 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-asperen-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley-15119/,Zinfandel,1997,Van Asperen
13.5,White,South Africa,"This well-oaked Chardonnay has a full apple and caramel bouquet, flavors that follow in suit, and a pleasing, round mouthfeel. There are no surprises here, but no letdowns either. A middle-of-the-road pleaser with nice toast and butterscotch notes on the back end.",,19,87,Stellenbosch,,,Longridge (S.Af) 1999 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-saf-1999-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1999,Longridge (S.Af)
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This well-balanced Merlot displays a deep ruby/purple color and plenty of plum flavors. Coffee and herb notes add a touch of complexity, and the texture is smooth and even. The finish has good length for a modestly priced red.",,10,87,Stellenbosch,,,Longridge Bay View 1999 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-bay-view-1999-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1999,Longridge Bay View
,Red,US,"Old vines from Russian River and Alexander valleys go into this spicy, briary, gamy Zin. There's a dark undercurrent of tar, pipe tobacco and smoke that runs through the finish. The fruit is subsumed to clove and tobacco flavors; best with strongly spiced grilled foods.",Old Vines,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1997 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Rodney Strong
10,Dessert,Canada,"Vidal has a peculiar bouquet that I have a hard time describing. This one boasts muskmelon, litchi and kumquat aromas, backed by a honeyed sweetness and grapefruit-like acids. Intense—verging on overblown—this is a fine example of what this French-American hybrid is capable of producing.",Special Select Late Harvest,25,87,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Henry of Pelham 1999 Special Select Late Harvest Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-pelham-1999-special-select-late-harvest-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,1999,Henry of Pelham
,Red,US,"Spicy, ripe fruit, with an edge to it. Well-defined wine, which shows briar, toast, berry and coffee flavors sprinkled throughout. Well-built, sturdy, a little hot, but balanced and long.",Catfish Vineyard,14,88,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Wildhurst 1998 Catfish Vineyard Zinfandel (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-1998-catfish-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Zinfandel,1998,Wildhurst
14.3,Red,US,"The blackberry fruit is wrapped in very deeply toasted oak. Aromas and flavors of cassis, vanilla, coffee and licorice mingle to display a dark flavor profile but positive tart-sweetness. Full and even on the tongue, this black beauty finishes with lingering spice and espresso notes.",,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Robert Craig 1998 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1998-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Robert Craig
13,Red,France,"Sure it's oaky, but it tastes good, with the subtle menthol and bold vanilla flavors serving to highlight bright cherries. The silky texture is a highlight, then the finish shows off juicy fruit and fine tannins.",,11,88,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Le Rouge de Saint-Louis 1998 Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-rouge-saint-louis-1998-red-cotes/,Red Blend,1998,Le Rouge de Saint-Louis
,White,Australia,"A round, ripe pear and lemon nose opens this medium-weight, full flavored white. Grapefruit, spice and green apple coat the palate, the texture is fairly rich—maybe even fat for Riesling—but there's good acidity to support the fruit. Finishes long with white peach and mineral notes.",Reserve,18,88,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Penfolds 2000 Reserve Riesling (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-2000-reserve-riesling-eden-valley/,Riesling,2000,Penfolds
,White,South Africa,"Barrel fermented in French oak, this wine is made in a full style with plenty of nut, herb and fig aromas and flavors. Big, even fat on the palate, it offers considerable weight and texture. The lengthy finish with herb and mineral accents is particularly appealing.",,13,88,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 1999 Fumé Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-1999-sauvignon-blanc-fume-stellenbosch/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Jardin
13,Red,France,"The dark color tells you right away this is no ordinary vin de pays. Then you sniff it and get cedar, black currants and blackberries. The finish has juicy acidity and dusty tannins, suggesting a couple years' cellaring may be warranted. Impressive.",,14,88,Rhône Valley,Vin de Pays du Gard,,Mas de Guiot 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah (Vin de Pays du Gard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mas-guiot-1999-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-syrah-vin-pays-gard/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Syrah,1999,Mas de Guiot
,Red,US,"Lovely attack, plummy and evolved, with no rough edges. The fruit is soft and sweet, layered and full, and the overall palate impression is of elegance and balance. This is a terrific drink-me-now bottle with nicely aged flavors.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
15.8,Red,US,"The ripe berry flavors wear a veil of deeply toasted oak in this smooth and supple wine, but does it with finesse. Flavorful, smooth and not weighty, it has a pleasing, even texture on the tongue and displays good persistence with berry, pepper and dark toast flavors lingering on the back end. Perhaps over-oaked, but suavely so.",Rhodes Vineyard,27,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Consilience 1998 Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/consilience-1998-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Consilience
13.5,Red,US,"Sweet, spicy fruit, with nicely matched toasty oak framing it. Everything balances out; this actually has the best balance and most seductive fruit of the three Lolonis bottlings, and certainly represents the best value.",,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1998 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Lolonis
10,Dessert,Canada,"Wow, is this sweet—tooth-achingly sweet. The aromas and flavors are relatively pure and free of botrytis; instead you get boatloads of ripe pear and melon flavors, huge thickness and weight, and decent acidity. Almost too rich and sweet for its own good.",Ice Wine,50,88,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 1999 Ice Wine Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-1999-ice-wine-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,1999,Cave Spring
12.5,Red,South Africa,"The earth, smoke, saddle-leather aromas and flavors are powerful and distinctive but probably not to all tastes. The lavish high-toast oak is nearly over-the-top, but a creamy mouthfeel and long finish tip the scales to the pleasure side. Complex and challenging … but not for those averse to the elements mentioned.",Kevin Arnold,30,88,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 1999 Kevin Arnold Shiraz (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-1999-kevin-arnold-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-stellenbosch/,Shiraz,1999,Waterford
,Red,US,"Big, ripe, chocolaty wine, with lots of forward, smooth, oaky flavors. Easy to like, with a plush, creamy mouthfeel, and tons of new oak flavor.",Bismark Ranch,45,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanna 1997 Bismark Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1997-bismark-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Hanna
13.5,Red,France,"A delightful blend of cracked black pepper, blackberries and hung game aromas lead into a surprisingly plush mouthfeel that's laden with cherry and berry fruit. The finish blends in some dark coffee flavors for extra complexity.",Cuvée Sommelongue,10,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Andre Brunel 1999 Cuvée Sommelongue Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-andre-brunel-1999-cuvee-sommelongue-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Domaine Andre Brunel
,Red,US,"Inky, opaque and tight, this wine offers a bouquet of black fruits and toast. Though the mouthfeel is full and supple, it is presently very closed and yields scant flavor definition beyond the presence of a very good depth of dark fruits and well-charred oak. Finishes dry, with somewhat more discernable blackberry and vanilla notes and moderately puckering tannins. Best for keeping; try in two-plus years.",St. Peter's Church Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rosenblum 1998 St. Peter's Church Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-st-peters-church-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Rosenblum
13.2,Red,US,"Lots of mushrooms in the nose, giving it a lively, gamy, forest floor quality. The fruit is there as well, wild berries and cherries, and the finish lingers through layers of complex, interesting flavors.",Vintner's Cuvee XXI,10,88,California,California Other,California,Rosenblum NV Vintner's Cuvee XXI Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-nv-vintners-cuvee-xxi-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Good, tangy red fruit, with youthful vigor and zest. Nuances of citrus rind, cranberry and toast; it's compact and sleek, still young and tight, but perfectly balanced and precision-tuned.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Grgich Hills 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Grgich Hills
10,Dessert,Canada,"Shows ample evidence of botrytis on the apricot-scented nose, with less-dominant aromas of ultraripe pears and peaches blending in. It's very juicy and fruity, with some lime-like acidity that keeps it fresh. Best with fresh fruits, or try with a foie gras appetizer.",Botrytis Affected,30,88,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Henry of Pelham 1998 Botrytis Affected Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-pelham-1998-botrytis-affected-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,1998,Henry of Pelham
10.5,Dessert,Canada,"Inniskillin continues to push the boundaries of icewine, as evidenced by this wood-aged Vidal. The vanilla and spice of oak barrels partially masks some of the stranger Vidal aromas, allowing the apricot and peach scents to come to the fore. There are some creamy lactic notes on the finish that detract slightly, but this is a very good effort at an entirely different genre.",Oak Aged Ice Wine,80,89,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Inniskillin 1997 Oak Aged Ice Wine Vidal Blanc (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/inniskillin-1997-oak-aged-ice-wine-other-white-vidal-blanc-niagara-peninsula/,Vidal Blanc,1997,Inniskillin
,Red,Australia,"Made for almost 40 years—since 1962—this edition of 389 sports lots of spicy American oak, and displays black fruit and tobacco aromas and flavors. The mouthfeel is big, the texture rich and the full, spicy finish is long and tannic. It's drinkable now, but really needs a few years to unwrap a bit, and the oak mantle will probably always be heavy. Satisfying, though somewhat one-dimensional.",Bin 389,19,89,Australia Other,Australia,,Penfolds 1998 Bin 389 Cabernet Sauvignon (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-bin-389-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Penfolds
,Red,US,"Fleshy, sweet, ripe, jammy fruit tastes like spicy strawberry preserves. This is a big, briary, vanilla-laced Zin, with firm acids and a fat finish. Best Buy.",Duarte Old Vine,15,89,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Sonoma Creek 1998 Duarte Old Vine Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-1998-duarte-old-vine-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Sonoma Creek
,Red,US,"Big, toothsome wine, chewy and assertive. Cline fans will recognize the style: brambly, peppery, with enormous vitality and punch. Bright, spicy fruit backed with good acids and just enough toast.",Ancient Vines,23,89,California,California Other,California,Cline 1998 Ancient Vines Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1998-ancient-vines-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Cline
,Red,US,"This is a slightly more intense version of the regular Castoro bottling, with an extra punch to the berries and a little more zip in the finish. A clean, bright, focused wine, precise and polished, with a natural elegance. Good balance throughout.",Vineyard Tribute,18,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 1998 Vineyard Tribute Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-1998-vineyard-tribute-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Castoro Cellars
,Red,US,"This wine strikes a perfect balance, showing the jammy, slightly raisiny ripeness of Paso Robles fruit, but keeping enough acid in the mix to buoy it up. Plump and ripe, it gives a lot of flavor for the price, with interesting layers of fruit and earth through the finish.",Westside,19,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1998 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1998-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"Nice cherry fruit, in a big, bold, forward, friendly style. The fruit is perfectly ripened, balanced, full and nicely handled, with nothing obscuring the clean, ripe flavors. Well-made wine, with no unnecessary frills.",Potter Vineyard,18,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Clos du Lac 1998 Potter Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-1998-potter-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1998,Clos du Lac
13.9,Red,US,"Herbs and spices dominate the nose, and the wine has an intriguing blend of 9% Petite Sirah, 2% Grenache and 2% Mourvèdre in it. Interesting and flavorful, though not entirely varietal in character. The mix of spices tastes a bit like a Provençal wine, and it's delicious for the price.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Kunde
,Red,US,"There's some old-vine juice included in the blend, and it shows. The nose is lushly scented with plums, raisins, pie cherries and ripe red fruits, with some of that distinctive new mown hay quality that old vines send up. A little barnyard aroma too, in a good way. Very extracted and intense.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1997 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Mazzocco
,Red,US,"This is 100% Zinfandel, unlike the regular bottling, from specially selected barrels. 300 cases made. There's concentrated raspberry fruit in the nose, good intensity on the palate, with a good, rich mouthfeel and full, soft tannins in the finish.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Château Souverain 1998 Winemaker's Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1998-winemakers-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Château Souverain
13,Red,France,"A perennial value, this year's edition boasts plenty of smoky blackberry aromas tinged with slight game notes. Medium-bodied—verging on full—there's loads of fruit and flavor packed into an easily accessible format. Ready to enjoy now and should continue to drink well for a few more years.",,8,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Domaine Borie de Maurel 1999 Syrah (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-borie-maurel-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-minervois/,Syrah,1999,Domaine Borie de Maurel
,Red,US,"Good, bright, spicy fruit, with fine balance and a silky, extended finish. There's lovely concentration in the back end, suggesting blackberries and loganberries and plenty of toast.",Home Ranch,26,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 1998 Home Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1998-home-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Seghesio
13,Red,US,"Minty raspberries and chocolate light up the nose. Classy winemaking, with the plump fruit leading into a smooth, rich and extended finish with distinctly minty highlights.",Pacini Vineyard,22,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Steele 1998 Pacini Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-pacini-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1998,Steele
11.8,Dessert,US,"Orange, apricot and pineapple aromas ride over a deep bass note of earth and spice. The earth nearly takes over on the palate, providing a rich, complex counterpoint to the fruit-driven sweetness. Could use a touch more acidity to really make the flavors sing.",Ice Wine,18,89,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 1998 Ice Wine Riesling (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-1998-ice-wine-riesling-finger-lakes/,Riesling,1998,Wagner
,Red,US,"A blend of Peachy Canyon Estate (67%) and Mustang Springs Ranch (33%) fruit. In this vintage the Peachy Zins seem to lack intensity, but this is a well-balanced effort that shows the best of what is there. Clean, forward fruit, with lots of blueberry and a light, toasty framework. Good wine, but pricey.",Estate Bottled,30,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1998 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1998-estate-bottled-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Peachy Canyon
,Red,Italy,"Displaying a ripe, multifaceted nose with violets, cumin, licorice, tar and chocolate elements, this wine shows class and grace with classic dry cherry flavors.  Possessing lovely weight and balance, it is full without being heavy, and finishes with dusty rose and even tannins.",,40,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 1996  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-1996-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1996,Marchesi di Barolo
15.5,Red,US,"More of that mountain intensity, with very ripe fruit buttressed with spicy, mineral elements. Brambly, briary, and spicy, leading into a fleshy, round, ripe, soft middle and a long, fruity finish. Good right now.",,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 1998 Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1998,Edmeades
14,Red,US,"Lovely, sweet plummy fruit, leads into a soft, rich, mouth-pleasing wine. Beautiful bouquet, tons of flavor in an elegant style. Leafy, old-viney finish.",Reserve,30,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"Delicious berries and cream nose, which follows through with crisp, spicy flavors and good structure. OVOC stands for “old vines old clones” and the fruit, from head-pruned, hillside vineyards, lives up to its billing. Great all-purpose Zin.",OVOC,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alderbrook 1998 OVOC Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-1998-ovoc-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Alderbrook
,Red,US,"Lovely nose, with coconut and hazelnut scents augmenting the cherry/berry fruit. Not an ordinairy set of scents and flavors, but enticing and distinctive. The fruit is intense and perfumed, and the accents of coconut seem just right.",Clockspring,18,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Milliaire 1997 Clockspring Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milliaire-1997-clockspring-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1997,Milliaire
,Red,US,"Full, textured nose mixes cherries and herbs, very clean and complex. The vines are almost 80 years old, and yield a briary, wild berry quality to the fruit. Balanced and complex wine, which unfolds in lingering layers through a long, satisfying finish.",D'Agostini Vineyard Old Vine,22,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1998 D'Agostini Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1998-dagostini-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Folie à Deux
14.1,Red,US,"The winery claims the vines date back to 1882; the wine is a stunner, with rich, old vine complexity mixing cherries, leafy old-vine flavors, smooth chocolaty oak. Smooth, seductive, delicious.",Shaw Vineyard Century Vines,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Shaw Vineyard Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-shaw-vineyard-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Kunde
,Red,US,"All the components of fine Zinfandel are in top form here, from the opening fat, dark berry aromas to the deep, sweet fruit on the smoothly textured palate and the lovely fruit-acid balance. Closes handsomely, with full even tannins and some white pepper on the long back end. Drinks well now and has the structure to last and improve for a few years as well.",Collins Vineyard,26,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Limerick Lane 1998 Collins Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/limerick-lane-1998-collins-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Limerick Lane
,Red,US,"Old-vine straw, tobacco and herb in the nose. The wine is subtle, sensual and complex, with layers of interesting spicy flavor. Nicely balanced and flavorful, with a long, firm finish.",Century Vines,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sausal 1997 Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-1997-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Sausal
14,White,South Africa,"Everything about this elegant Chardonnay says balance and proportion. The tropical fruit shadings are carried by a solid acid backbone and accented smartly by mineral notes. A subtle yet rich perfume provides unexpected pleasure, and this wine has structure, reserve and depth. Can last two to five years.",,15,90,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 1999 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-1999-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1999,Waterford
,Red,US,"Very pretty nose, with plenty of raspberry-focused fruit, and a nice creamy mouthfeel. Delicious, mouth-filling, concentrated wine, with a lot of finesse and a wonderful ripeness. Smooth tannins, long finish, with a touch of toast.",Old Vines,22,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Everett Ridge 1998 Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/everett-ridge-1998-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Everett Ridge
12.5,White,South Africa,"Lively, with brisk lime and herb aromas opening into a mouthful of tart grapefruit flavors. Shows a nice mouthfeel and a long finish with a crisp citrus tang and a slight mineral note. This zinger is right up there with the best in this style from New Zealand.",,13,90,Stellenbosch,,,Waterford 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterford-2000-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Waterford
,Red,Australia,"Attractive blackberry aromas with bright tobacco and herb accents open this well-balanced wine. The palate shows strong cassis, earth and herb flavors, and an even mouthfeel. Finishes with dark cherry notes and full, fine tannins. This will age nicely and can use a little time. Quite flavorful and elegant.",Bin 407,19,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1998 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-bin-407-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Penfolds
14,White,South Africa,"Fat-bodied but tangy, with grapefruit and lime aromas and flavors. A touch of figginess and a tangerine note on the palate balance the flavor profile. There's lovely texture—quite full for Sauvignon Blanc—and a long ripe finish.",,15,90,Groenekloof,,,Neil Ellis 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Groenekloof),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neil-ellis-2000-sauvignon-blanc-groenekloof/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Neil Ellis
,Red,US,"This is the 33rd vintage of this landmark Zinfandel, which, since it's a blend that includes just 74% Zinfandel in it, isn't technically Zinfandel at all. Whatever. It's just plain delicious, old-vine, succulent juice. Jammy, juicy, vibrant and tight, it has a long life ahead.",Geyserville,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ridge 1998 Geyserville Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1998-geyserville-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Ridge
,Dessert,Canada,"Shows pronounced oily, earthy, almost tobacco-like elements to its bouquet; also honey and clementines.  Not overly rich, but flavorful and complete, with excellent balance.  Like the other Colio Estate wines, this emphasizes subtle earth shadings over slap-you-in-the-face-fruit.",Icewine,,90,Ontario,Lake Erie North Shore,,Colio 1998 Icewine Riesling (Lake Erie North Shore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colio-1998-icewine-riesling-lake-erie-north-shore/,Riesling,1998,Colio
15,Red,US,"Full bodied and well-oaked, this full-throttle Zin comes on with intense blackberry and vanilla aromas and flavors accented by cinnamon and chocolate notes. Ripe and even on the palate, the handsome fruit plays out on the lengthy finish with tart, dark berry and pepper notes.",Hendry Vineyard Reserve,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 1998 Hendry Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-hendry-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Blackberries are the story here, boatloads of rich, ripe, jammy blackberries. There is just a whiff of volatile acidity, then a wonderful mouthful of fruit with some stony earth underneath. Shows a light touch with the oak, good acids and a deft handling of the tannins.",Estate Reserve,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 1997 Estate Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-1997-estate-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Storybook Mountain
,Red,US,"Good color, tight, firm fruit, with some heft to it. There's cassis as well as cherry, and the wine has the weight of a Sonoma Zin, with good acids to give it lift. This is the first estate bottling from this exciting new winery. Unfortunately, just 28 cases made.",,21,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1998 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1998-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Midnight
15.4,Red,US,"Ripe, round, toasty wine, with rich, plummy fruit and a full-throttle palate feel. Nicely made and surprisingly evolved; jammy and pleasure-packed. Finishes with a pleasing fruit sweetness.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Grand Reserve,21,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1998 Monte Rosso Vineyard Grand Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1998-monte-rosso-vineyard-grand-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"Old vine clone, with brambly, gamy notes throughout. Lifts up the palate with lively, bright flavors. Good concentration, balance and follow-through.",Rockpile Road,19,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Rosenblum 1998 Rockpile Road Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-rockpile-road-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Rosenblum
13.5,White,South Africa,"Just what Sauvignon Blanc should be. Fresh and clean with grassy and melon notes present throughout. Vibrant acidity, a smooth mouthfeel and a long finish complete this very lively wine. Would make a great aperitif.",,13,90,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-2000-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Simonsig
14,Red,South Africa,"Displaying style and character, this mid-weight Merlot ‘s complex nose shows classic berry, plum, mocha and earth flavors, with interesting cinnamon and olive accents. The round palate shows solid flavors of plum, cocoa and coffee as well as good texture and fruit to acid balance. Finishes with moderate tannins, offering good near-to mid-term aging potential.",,17,90,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 1998 Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-1998-merlot-stellenbosch/,Merlot,1998,Jardin
,Red,US,"Firm, ripe and fruity, with a nice mix of plums, berries and earth. The mountain fruit shows good acids, some mineral elements, and a long, complex finish with a fair amount of earth and barnyard. A distinctive, earthy style.",Bradford Mountain,21,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 1997 Bradford Mountain Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-1997-bradford-mountain-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Peterson
,Red,US,"Well-made, with clean, bright fruit and lots of pretty new oak. The wine is beautifully balanced, elegant with a long, rich, toasty finish. Fairly light fruit in this vintage, but well handled and perfectly showcased.",Private Reserve,21,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Collier Falls 1998 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/collier-falls-1998-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Collier Falls
14.4,Red,US,"Fat fruit, juicy and ripe, brimming with wonderful fruit flavors. The wine is unctuous, sinfully lush, and still balanced with berries and spice and some good toasty oak. Young and hard, but good stuff with a nice life ahead.",Old Vine,17,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lake Sonoma 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1997-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Lake Sonoma
15.1,Red,US,"Intense, alcoholic, and wonderfully complex, with layers of toast, spice and fruit. The vines range from 50 to 80 years old or more; the wine is robust, balanced and muscular. St. Francis makes a flat-out wonderful Zin year after year, vintage after vintage, big and bellisimo.",Old Vines,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1998 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1998-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,St. Francis
,Red,US,"Young, tight, firm fruit, with nuances of blueberry dominating. Tannic, dry and tight, it's well made with excellent structure and balance. Tight right now, high-toned and tart, but with a good, long life ahead.",San Lorenzo,28,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 1998 San Lorenzo Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1998-san-lorenzo-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Seghesio
,Red,US,"Extracted, tannic, dark and dense, with briary, jammy fruit and thick tannins. Blackberries and chocolate, set off with lots of acid. It's a sensational, balanced, bold, ageworthy Zin.",Pagani Reserve,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 1998 Pagani Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1998-pagani-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,St. Francis
10,Dessert,Canada,"A bit closed at first, then swirling, characteristic Riesling aromas of pears, golden delicious apples and superripe peaches appear. Thick and intense, it's almost overwhelming in its honeyed richness. Sweet enough to pair with many desserts, but try it with blue-veined cheeses for a special treat.",Icewine,50,91,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Henry of Pelham 1999 Icewine Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-pelham-1999-icewine-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,1999,Henry of Pelham
13,Red,US,"Soft, rich fruit, with layers of plum, cherry, berry and accents of toast and vanilla. Smooth, seductive style, plenty of acid, good balance and the fruit is pure, clean and ripe all the way to the lingering finish.",Catfish Vineyard,19,91,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Steele 1998 Catfish Vineyard Zinfandel (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-catfish-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Zinfandel,1998,Steele
14.5,Red,US,"Toasty nose, bright fruit, makes for a classy, creamy, zippy Zin. This is really a pleasure, balanced and forward and full of life. There are some nuances of tar and spice in a balanced, exceptionally lively, seductive wine.",Liar's Dice,17,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1998 Liar's Dice Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1998-liars-dice-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Murphy-Goode
,Red,Italy,"Great depth of fruit characterizes this wine from its beautiful bouquet of ripe sour cherries, tar, taragon, earth and tobacco right through its solid palate where the rich dry cherry flavors open up and show some mineral accents.  Long and elegant, the finish has even, ripe tannins and a fine chalky note.  Deserves cellaring for two to four more years.",,50,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Marchesi di Barolo 1995  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-barolo-1995-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Marchesi di Barolo
,Red,US,"A vineyard blend that includes 16% Petite Sirah, 2% Carignane, 4% Mataro and 1% Alicante Bouschet. Meaty, funky and ripe, with intense fruit, lots of earthy, barnyardy accents, and a long, tannic finish. This is old style Zin, no holds barred, with full-throttle flavors for aficionados.",Lytton Springs,28,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 1998 Lytton Springs Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1998-lytton-springs-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Ridge
,Red,US,"There's 19% Syrah and 5% Petite Sirah blended in, making for a succulent wine, with spicy, lively fruit leading the charge. There's enough acid to give it structure and balance, but not so much that the wine seems edgy or sour. Full bodied, mouthfilling, flavorful and distinctive.",Eagle Point Vineyard,24,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Edmeades 1998 Eagle Point Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1998-eagle-point-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1998,Edmeades
17.5,Red,US,"Head-trained, century-old vines, provide intense scents with old vine herbal, herbaceous accents. Watermelon, hay and strawberries, intensely extracted and 17.5% alcohol. This is over-the-top winemaking, with powerful old vine fruit, and a big, extracted finish, with lingering toasty, hazelnut and vanilla highlights.",Ciapusci Vineyard,25,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 1998 Ciapusci Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1998-ciapusci-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1998,Edmeades
,White,Australia,"This big wine presents a sophisticated bouquet of toasty, leesy, nutty aromas. Fine depth of fruit and plenty of quality oak show here, with butterscotch, pear and apple flavors. Full-bodied and luscious, it shows the tremendous attention paid and importance assigned to this flagship white. The long, spicy finish sports complex lemon, leesy and mineral accents. To be released 5/01.",Yattarna,65,92,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Penfolds 1998 Yattarna Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-yattarna-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1998,Penfolds
13.5,White,South Africa,"Exuding style and power, this Chardonnay shows complexity with great depth—and breadth—of aromas and flavors. Tropical fruit, citrus, butterscotch, toasted oak and spice are beautifully melded together to achieve a harmonious whole. Near-perfect fruit/acid balance, a supple mouthfeel, and a superlong finish displaying orange and toast notes wrap it up.",,17,92,Stellenbosch,,,Jardin 1998 Chardonnay (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jardin-1998-chardonnay-stellenbosch/,Chardonnay,1998,Jardin
13.5,Red,South Africa,"This big boy greets us with his deep ruby/black cloak. Loaded with cassis from start to finish, there is tremendous fruit depth here and a full, supple mouthfeel. Reminiscent of one of the successful large-scale ‘97 California Cabernets. Has tannins to resolve, best held for a year or two.",,15,93,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Simonsig
,Red,Australia,"The rich blackberry, vanilla and toast nose sets you up for a lush, supple wine and this one does not disappoint. Full and dense, it offers rich black-cherry and cassis flavors on the palate, and a huge finish with fine-grained tannins. Very well poised for its size, it's approachable now. Nevertheless, it will be much more nuanced and show more finesse in 5–8 years. Keep for a decade or two, maybe more. To be released 5/01.",Bin 707,90,93,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1998 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-bin-707-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Penfolds
,Red,US,"A blast of spice, mint, bramble and pepper explodes from the glass. The wine is dense, dark, deep and mysterious; the flavors pungent, penetrating and persistent. Tannic, layered with herbs and spices, powered with big, punchy fruit. This is classic Cline.",Big Break Vineyard,28,93,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1998 Big Break Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1998-big-break-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Cline
,Red,US,"Zin with a Pinot sensibility; it's bright, spicy and forward. Sweet, delicious fruit, with accents of cinnamon, cardamom and anise. This is an elegant and subtle wine, but unusually long and complex, with wonderful structure. Enticing, enchanting wine.",Eagle Point Ranch,20,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Claudia Springs 1998 Eagle Point Ranch Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1998-eagle-point-ranch-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1998,Claudia Springs
,Red,France,"A voluptuous blockbuster in the style we are becoming accustomed to from über-consultant Michel Rolland: big, deeply fruited (black cherries) and plush, with elegantly etched spice shadings from new oak. The tannins are supple but substantial; it should age for a long time. Made entirely from old-vine Malbec and named after the pigeon coop in the Château's courtyard.",Le Pigeonnier,60,93,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 1997 Le Pigeonnier Malbec (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-1997-le-pigeonnier-malbec-cahors/,Malbec,1997,Château Lagrézette
,Red,US,"There's a lovely sweetness to the fruit, which tastes like ripe, just-picked blackberries. Old vines, 100+ years, deliver sweet, supple, sexy fruit. The wine has very dry tannins, and it might profit from some blending, but with a vineyard this special you have to admire the single-vineyard approach.",Live Oak Vineyard,28,93,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1998 Live Oak Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1998-live-oak-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Cline
,Red,Australia,"Seamless luxury from stem to stern, this ‘baby Grange' is  impressive juice. Blackberry, menthol and smoke play unusually elegantly on the nose, the texture is velvet on the tongue with dark berry, coffee, licorice and muted black pepper flavors. The superb, very long finish combines all the elements with wonderful finesse and a rare grace. Not inexpensive, but fairly priced; you could pay twice as much for half the wine, almost any day in any fine wine store in the country. To be released 5/01.",RWT,70,95,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Penfolds 1998 RWT Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-rwt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Penfolds
14.2,Red,Australia,"As unevolved as they are, the dense and multilayered aromas and flavors are truly impressive here. Black currant, herb, tea, oak, vanilla, maple, anise, blueberries and more--it could be an excercise in overkill, if all the parts weren't in such fine harmony. Really big, but with excellent balance, this reveals much less now than the RWT. It is everything a flagship wine in its infancy should be--immaculate component parts, superbly full on the palate, possessed of great length and incredible potential. An absolute keeper to visit in 7, 15 or 25 years. To be released 5/01.",Grange,185,96,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1996 Grange Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1996-grange-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1996,Penfolds
12.5,White,US,"Vanilla, butterscotch and some harsher oak-derived compounds dominate the modest citrus fruit that might have been wine before it was turned into oak juice. For wood lovers only.",Reserve,18,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Laurel Lake 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-lake-1998-reserve-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Laurel Lake
,Red,Chile,"Rather dilute, it shows slight black-cherry and blackberry aromas and flavors. The overall impression is really little more than alcohol and faint body. Finishes very dry, with innocuous tannins.",Reserve,10,80,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 1998 Reserve Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-1998-reserve-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,1998,Alfasi
12.7,Red,US,"Sometimes Franc can have a lovely, alluringly floral bouquet; other times it can be downright vegetal and display green-bean characteristics. Unfortunately, this is an example of the latter. The wine has nice weight and texture, so if you don't mind your veggies in liquid form this might be more to your liking.",Estate Bottled,19,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 1997 Estate Bottled Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-1997-estate-bottled-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Macari
13,Red,Israel,"The nose offers earthy, medicinal notes on the light black-cherry fruit. Thin on the palate, it has a cough syrup-like taste. The tannins are soft, the acids low. Finishes short.",Reserve,19,80,Galil,,,Barkan 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-galil/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Barkan
,Red,France,"This is very light, in both flavor and body. The aromas are earthy, with a faint suggestion of blackberries, and the mouthfeel is thin. These aren't terrible flaws, but the wine just lacks substance.",,17,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Maine-Gazin 1997  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maine-gazin-1997-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Château Maine-Gazin
12.5,White,US,"An absense of the variety's trademark floral and peach aromatics presages the lack of ripeness found on the palate.  An angular peppery streak of green fruit runs through the wine from start to finish, despite good palate presence.",,15,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 1999 Viognier (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-1999-viognier-long-island-north-fork/,Viognier,1999,Martha Clara
12.5,Red,Italy,"The modest cherry, dark berry and black tea notes of this light wine show tell-tale orange-peel notes of decline. This feels just too thin and tired at an early age.",,15,81,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Valiano 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valiano-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Valiano
,Red,France,"This is very light, in both flavor and body. The aromas are earthy, with a faint suggestion of blackberries, and the mouthfeel is thin. These aren't terrible flaws, but the wine just lacks substance.",,17,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Maine-Gazin 1997  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-maine-gazin-1997-bordeaux-10767/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Château Maine-Gazin
12.3,Red,Italy,"This is a big burly wine that just has too many off aromas. Heavy barnyard scents mix with tart berry and espresso elements, and although there's body here, and what seem to be basically good elements, the stable-like odors stop the show.",Chianti Rufina,12,81,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Colognole 1997 Chianti Rufina  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colognole-1997-chianti-rufina-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1997,Colognole
,Red,US,"Bright berry and red-currant aromas. Lighter in style than Cabs being produced by other LI wineries. The finish turns tough and leathery, not a good match for the delicate fruit.",Mudd Vineyard,19,82,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Perrine 1998 Mudd Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-perrine-1998-mudd-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Channing Perrine
,White,US,"This wine shows some of the less appealing aspects of American oak: overt spice and vanilla flavors and a slick, oily mouthfeel.",Hargrave  Vineyard,14,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave  Vineyard Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Castello di Borghese
12,Red,Italy,"Though young in age, this has a light brown tinge and an orange-peel edge to its berry and herb aromas and flavors. There's a touch of soy and leather for complexity, and an even finish, but not the life or verve that makes us enthusiastic.",,6,82,Tuscany,Chianti,,Piccini 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Piccini
,Red,US,Strong mint and menthol aromatics give way to intense fresh-cut cedar flavors.  There's just too much wood for this woodchuck to chuck.,Hargrave Vineyard,18,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave Vineyard Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Castello di Borghese
12.5,Red,Italy,"The juice here seems good, with dark cherry, licorice and chocolate elements, decent structure, and fine tannins. However, you need to get past a strong sulfur component on the nose that just doesn't yield.",Riserva,28,82,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Pruneto 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pruneto-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Pruneto
,White,US,"Starts off strong, with pleasant tangelo aromas and flavors.  But somwehere along the line the flavors turn varnishy, finishing with a strong note of lacquer.",Hargrave Vineyard,10,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1999 Hargrave Vineyard Pinot Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1999-hargrave-vineyard-pinot-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Castello di Borghese
,White,US,"Apple-cider and earth aromas open to a simple apple-toast palate. The mouthfeel is even, the finish dry and rather woody. Then again, there are few drinkable California Chardonnays of this age.",,13,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gan Eden 1994 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gan-eden-1994-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1994,Gan Eden
,Red,US,Strong mint and menthol aromatics give way to intense fresh-cut cedar flavors. There's just too much wood for this woodchuck to chuck.,,18,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Hargrave 1998 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hargrave-1998-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1998,Hargrave
,White,US,"This wine shows some of the less appealing aspects of American oak: overt spice and vanilla flavors and a slick, oily mouthfeel.",,14,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Hargrave 1998 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hargrave-1998-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Hargrave
,Sparkling,France,"Herb and mineral aromas and flavors prevail in this dry, light-to-medium-weight sparkler. It has decent texture, but the flavors bear a medicinal quality ending with a slight bitterness.",Blanc de Blancs,15,82,Alsace,Alsace,,Royale NV Brut NV Blanc de Blancs  (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royale-nv-brut-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-alsace/,Champagne Blend,,Royale NV Brut
13,Red,US,Aromas of vanilla and stewed berries lead into a palate that features more of the same: sweet wood and overripe raspberries. Syrupy and simple.,Reserve,18,82,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Laurel Lake 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurel-lake-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Laurel Lake
12,Red,Italy,"Just swamped by oak, the slight fruit here is a platform for the wood, yielding heavy cedar and prune flavors. It looks a bit old—odd at this age—and although even on the palate, it doesn't offer much in the way of mouthfeel or finish. Perhaps in the barrel too long, this wine is gone before its time.",,16,82,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Campomaggio 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campomaggio-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Campomaggio
12.5,Red,US,"Already showing some signs of age in its slightly browning rim, this Cab boasts scents of eucalyptus, vanilla, cinnamon and red cherries, but it's all overly delicate-almost lacy. There's just not enough there to score higher despite its charms.",,15,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Palmer
,White,US,Modest green-apple fruit is married to earthy grapefruit and lime flavors in this effort by Channing Daughters winemaker Larry Perrine.,Oregon Road,13,83,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Perrine 1998 Oregon Road Riesling (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-perrine-1998-oregon-road-riesling-long-island/,Riesling,1998,Channing Perrine
,Red,US,"Offers mild berry fruit allied to some green bell pepper and herb aromas.  A bit light and tart fo a single vineyrd wine, but still good.",Sculpture Garden,19,83,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Daughters 1998 Sculpture Garden Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-daughters-1998-sculpture-garden-merlot-long-island/,Merlot,1998,Channing Daughters
,White,US,"A blended white, but predominantly-you guessed it-Chardonnay.  The soft, sweet pear aromas and flavors are simple and clean, making this a decent quaffer on a hot summer day.",Chardonette,7,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese NV Chardonette White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-nv-chardonette-white-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,,Castello di Borghese
12.5,Red,Italy,"The cherry aromas and flavors here already have an aged quality. Some nice spicy accents conspire to keep it alive, but it closes rather tart and woody. Doesn't show the depth expected in a riserva.",Riserva,12,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Castellani 1997 Riserva  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellani-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1997,Castellani
12.5,Red,Italy,"There's some interesting game and slate accents on the nose here, but also a candied quality to the cherry fruit. The acidity is fairly high and the tannins tense and somewhat drying on the finish.",I Sodi del Paretaio,11,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Badia di Morrona 1998 I Sodi del Paretaio  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-morrona-1998-i-sodi-paretaio-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Badia di Morrona
12,White,US,"Ripe melons and pears dance a delicate duet on the palate—softly and gently shifting ever so slightly from honeydew to Bosc and back, before turning lean and citrusy on the finish.",Estate,13,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1998 Estate Pinot Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1998-estate-pinot-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Palmer
10,White,US,"Starts off with aromas of apple blossoms and ultraripe pears. The pear notes carry through on the palate, where they're joined by a touch of anise. This slightly sweet bottling pales in comparison to Paumanok's Dry Riesling, but offers a well-made, soft alternative.",Semi Dry,15,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 2000 Semi Dry Riesling (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-2000-semi-dry-riesling-long-island-north-fork/,Riesling,2000,Paumanok
,Red,US,"Sappy candied-cherry fruit aromas lead into a soft, easy-to-drink blend that's an unpretentious quaff for the backyard grill.",Pythagoras,11,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards NV Pythagoras Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-nv-pythagoras-red-long-island-north-fork/,Red Blend,,Pindar Vineyards
13,White,US,"There's some light toast and vanilla flavors layered over modest Bosc-pear fruit, but a lack of intensity holds this wine back despite a generous mouthfeel and ample structure.",Estate Bottled,15,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Macari
12,Red,Italy,"Light, with some sour cherry fruit on the nose and palate that's outweighed throughout by a dry, woodiness that enters early and persists.",,10,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Coli 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Coli
,Rose,US,"Bright red-berry aromas, decent weight and slightly tough tanins in the finish all point to this as a good partner to grilled burgers this summer.  100% Merlot.",Mudd Vineyard Fleur de Terre,16,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Channing Perrine 1999 Mudd Vineyard Fleur de Terre Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-perrine-1999-mudd-vineyard-fleur-terre-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1999,Channing Perrine
12.5,Red,Italy,"Shows unexpected age, with brown around the edges and mature prune and orange-peel aromas. The flavors are more alive, but are not vibrant. Rather dull on the finish, this isn't bad wine but tastes like something four or five years older.",Riserva,26,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castellare 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellare-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Castellare
12.8,Red,US,"Strays too far into the kitchen-herb spectrum for this taster. Big and creamy, with a mocha finish that lingers, but the fresh-cut thyme, parsley and basil make for an eccentric mouthful.",,18,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1997 Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1997-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1997,Palmer
12.5,Red,Italy,"As much as we like the retro package, this time the contents are just too one-dimensional. The heavily toasted oak over the narrow fruit from the '98 vintage reads as just that—toast, with vanilla and coconut shadings. Dry powdery tannins mark the taut finish.",Castelrotto,26,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Giacomo Mori 1998 Castelrotto  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-mori-1998-castelrotto-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Giacomo Mori
,Red,US,"A lightweight bordeaux style blend that's best slightly chilled as a stand-in for Beaujolais or Bourgeuil.  Berry fruit, with some light tannins that turn a bit green on the finish.",Petit Chateau,10,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese NV Petit Chateau Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-nv-petit-chateau-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,,Castello di Borghese
,Rose,US,"A lightweight Pinot that's actually marketed as a rose, this wine nevertheless manages to pack in decent flavors of apple skin, red berries and cinnamon, capped off by some leathery, meaty notes.",Fleurette,10,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese NV Fleurette Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-nv-fleurette-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,,Castello di Borghese
13,Red,Italy,"Shows modest dark cherry fruit with cedar and leather accents. A lean, even mouthfeel and moderate acidity mark the palate. The tart dried-fruit flavors turn somewhat sour on the back end.",,18,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Vigna Piccola 1996  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigna-piccola-1996-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Vigna Piccola
12,Red,France,"Bright cherry and cedary aromas open to a soft mouthfeel and tart blackberry flavors with black toast shadings. The dark flavors and light mouthfeel are a bit out of sync, as if the flavor range demands more weight on the palate. Tart black fruits show on the finish.",Estate Bottled,11,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Abarbanel 1999 Estate Bottled Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-1999-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1999,Abarbanel
11.5,Red,Israel,"Opens with solid grape and red-currant fruit accented by tobacco, but on the palate the wine is light for a Petite Sirah, usually a hefty wine. As the fruit is from very young vines, it's not a terrible surprise, and it's a positive sign that Israeli winemakers are stretching their horizons. Finishes tart-sweet, with red berry fruit and a hint of licorice.",Valley Wines,9,83,Shomron,,,Carmel 1999 Valley Wines Petite Sirah (Shomron),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-1999-valley-wines-petite-sirah-shomron/,Petite Sirah,1999,Carmel
,Rose,US,"A lightweight Pinot that's actually marketed as a rosé, this wine nevertheless manages to pack in decent flavors of apple skin, red berries and cinnamon, capped off by some leathery, meaty notes.",Fleurette,10,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Hargrave NV Fleurette Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hargrave-nv-fleurette-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,,Hargrave
13,Red,Italy,"The red cherry fruit bears some mushroom notes among the cedar and clove accents, and there's a sense of hollowing-out that should not be evidenced at this age. It's light, showing some nice berry and spice flavors and a sweet woodiness. But it's too developed now for a 1997 riserva.",Riserva,13,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Piccini 1997 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-1997-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Piccini
11,Rose,US,"Peach and faint berry flavors in a light, crisp rosé with just a hint of residual sugar. A versatile picnic wine that's a cheerful copper hue to boot.",,11,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Corey Creek 1998 Rosé (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corey-creek-1998-rose-long-island-north-fork/,Rosé,1998,Corey Creek
,White,US,"Boasts slightly oily rose and lychee scents that leave no doubt as to what grape variety you are smelling. This is a big-boned wine with a healthy alcohol level, but one wishes for more persistence on the finish.",,13,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Bedell 1998 Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedell-1998-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Bedell
12,Red,Italy,"Opens with a complex nose of cherry, plum, cocoa and leather elements that promise much. On the palate, however, it turns much more tart—even sharp—with mild cherry fruit and a light body. Finishes with modest length and a sour cranberry-herb note.",,7,83,Tuscany,Chianti,,Tiziano 1999  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tiziano-1999-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1999,Tiziano
13,Red,Italy,"The nose offers a full, interesting blend of Oriental spice, cherry, ginger and soy elements. The flavors turn to tart cherry, and brisk, slightly drying tannins show on the finish.",,11,83,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Nando 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nando-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Nando
,White,US,"Toast aromas accent ripe pears and golden-delicious apples in this soft, easy-to-like Chard that only lacks a bit of depth. A slightly bitter note on the finish should become less noticeable over the next few months.",,10,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 1999 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-1999-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1999,Martha Clara
,White,US,"A blended white, but predominantly—you guessed it—Chardonnay. The soft, sweet pear aromas and flavors are simple and clean, making this a decent quaffer on a hot summer day.",Chardonette/White Blend,7,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Hargrave NV Chardonette/White Blend Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hargrave-nv-chardonette-white-blend-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,,Hargrave
12,White,US,"Very floral aromatics mark this distinctive effort; it's positively overflowing with rose petals. Turns more musky and spicy in the mouth, before fading away a little abruptly.",,15,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1999 Gewürztraminer (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1999-gewurztraminer-long-island-north-fork/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Palmer
13,Red,Italy,"Tart berries, a touch of maple syrup and some orange peel on the nose open into a dry black-cherry palate and lean mouthfeel. Sharply austere.",O'Leandro Riserva,43,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cennatoio 1995 O'Leandro Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cennatoio-1995-oleandro-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Cennatoio
13,Red,Italy,"After an unusual, almost saline note passed, this wine presented a bouquet of dark cherry, chocolate and toast. This opens to a mouth of mild cherry flavors with a dry even feel and a black-plum and cocoa finish that displays slightly edgy tannins.",,15,84,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Villa Poggio Salvi 1998  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-salvi-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1998,Villa Poggio Salvi
12,Red,Italy,"The juicy berry fruit on the nose carries a green herb element. While smooth in texture, the black cherry flavors of the palate seem a touch sharp and underripe. A touch of leather and caramel picks up the finish.",,7,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,VinArte 1998  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinarte-1998-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,VinArte
,White,US,"An intensely lemony wine that folds in some pear aromatics. Quite full on the palate and yet very fresh, clean and citrusy; tailor-made for the region's shellfish.",,15,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Martha Clara 1999 Semillon-Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martha-clara-1999-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Semillon-Chardonnay,1999,Martha Clara
12.5,Red,Italy,"The cherry fruit in this lighter-style wine shows definite herb accents. Bright acidity and a touch of mint come out on the palate, and it finishes with tart fruit flavors and slightly prickly tannins.",,11,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Piccini 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piccini-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Piccini
12,Red,US,"A juicy, ready-to-drink Merlot for this evening's dinner table. Sweet black-cherry fruit is accented by just a dash of sweet peppers.",Eastend Select,12,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1999 Eastend Select Merlot (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1999-eastend-select-merlot-long-island-north-fork/,Merlot,1999,Pellegrini Vineyards
,White,US,"With 20% barrel fermentation, this wine is surprisingly rich and spicy for a low-end Chard. The aromas and flavors bring to mind pears and golden-delicious apples, before turning tart on the finish.",Peacock,9,84,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1998 Peacock Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1998-peacock-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1998,Pindar Vineyards
,Red,US,"A solid effort for North Fork Cabernet, which has a tendency towards inconsistency. This has dark cassis fruit underlined by a weedy, herbal streak and a dried-fruit nuance as well.",,20,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gristina 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gristina-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Gristina
12,Red,Italy,"Opens with an appealing bouquet of dark cherry and chocolate, cedar and leather accents. In the mouth simple berry flavors sporting wood and leather accents take over. Finishes with tart cherry notes and moderate length.",,11,84,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Aretini,,Vasari 1998  Chianti Colli Aretini,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasari-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-aretini/,Sangiovese,1998,Vasari
12.5,Red,Italy,The cherries and dark plums on the nose and palate are accented by herbs and cinnamon. This light and dry wine is mildly astringent and closes with tart raspberry and cedar notes.,,12,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cecchi 1998  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cecchi-1998-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Cecchi
12,Red,Italy,"There's berry and rhubarb-like aromas and dried cherry flavors that have hints of tobacco, vanilla and leather. All of this sounds good, but the elements seemed to disappear too quickly in the glass. After only a few moments the wine seemed a pale shadow of the initial elements, and finished dry and a bit hollow.",,11,84,Tuscany,Chianti,,Terre del Principe 1998  Chianti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-principe-1998-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Terre del Principe
,White,US,"Creamy, spicy aromas show hints of oranges or tangerines. Medium-weight, with a clean finish that would complement virtually any seafood dish.",,15,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lieb 1998 Pinot Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lieb-1998-pinot-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Lieb
12.5,Red,Italy,"The elements of cherry, mint and cedar on the nose show a touch of age, and the dry cherry fruit on the palate seems to vie with wood for prominence. Overall it's quite angular, but does show some attractive earthy notes and a chalky element on the finish.",Riserva,18,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querceto 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querceto-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Querceto
,Red,US,"Loaded with new oak, which in this case means it's cedary and very mentholly,  Under that is some tobacco and coffee.  Very drying tannins clamp down on the finish.",Reserve,19,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pindar Vineyards 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pindar-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Pindar Vineyards
13,Red,Italy,"Possesses some decent black-cherry aromas and flavors with leathery, earthy accents, but also a sour streak and a sulfurous note that refused to yield. The wine finishes dry, with some of the astringency shown by many 1998s.",,11,84,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Senesi,,Gattavecchi 1998  Chianti Colli Senesi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gattavecchi-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-senesi/,Sangiovese,1998,Gattavecchi
,Red,US,"The dominant aromas are smoke, toast and cinnamon, which ride over tart-cherry fruit. Turns quite stemmy and tough on the finish. Drink young, with a piece of rare beef to help tame the tannins.",,35,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Hargrave 1998 Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hargrave-1998-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,1998,Hargrave
,Red,US,"The dominant aromas are smoke, toast, and cinnamon, which ride over tart-cherry fruit.  Turns quite stemmy and tough on the finish.  Drink young--with a piece of rare beef to help tame the tannins.",Hargrave Vineyard,35,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Castello di Borghese 1998 Hargrave Vineyard Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-borghese-1998-hargrave-vineyard-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,1998,Castello di Borghese
,White,Israel,A light but flavorful wine with citrus and green-apple aromas and flavors. A mild chalkiness shows on the palate and oak adds some smoke and spice to the picture. Finishes with an herb note.,Reserve,8,84,Galil,,,Barkan 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Galil),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barkan-1998-reserve-chardonnay-galil/,Chardonnay,1998,Barkan
,Red,US,"Bright cherry aromas and flavors.  Light and easy to drink, with a bit of green stemminess on the finish that adds character.",Fresh Red,15,84,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Daughters 1999 Fresh Red Red (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-daughters-1999-fresh-red-long-island/,Red Blend,1999,Channing Daughters
12,Red,Israel,"Aromas of sweet red berries, dried fruits and herbs open this light, accessible wine from Israel. The tone of the fruit seems to shift between a tart rhubarb and a slightly candied quality. Cherry notes show on the lean and dry back end.",Private Collection,12,84,Judean Hills,,,Carmel 1998 Private Collection Merlot (Judean Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmel-1998-private-collection-merlot-judean-hills/,Merlot,1998,Carmel
12.2,White,Chile,"This Chilean wine displays two personalities. The nose offers aromas of ripe peaches and cream, with honey and buttered-toast accents. On the tongue it turns crisp and tart, with citrus and green-apple flavors and fairly sharp acidity. It finishes short and bright.",,8,84,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 1999 Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-1999-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Alfasi
12.5,Red,France,"Once the sulfur note blows off this young wine, the tart berry and cherry aromas and flavors wear cocoa and tobacco accents. On the tongue an even palate-feel and smooth texture please, and decent acidity supports the fruit.",Estate Bottled,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Abarbanel 1999 Estate Bottled Merlot (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-1999-estate-bottled-merlot-languedoc/,Merlot,1999,Abarbanel
13,Red,Italy,"The light cherry aromas and flavors with herb accents show a slight candied quality. Decent structure, but overall the wine is a bit narrow and closes with sharp, quite tart cherry fruit. It's youthful, for sure, and perhaps will even out with six to nine months in the bottle.",Aziano,15,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Ruffino 1999 Aziano  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1999-aziano-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1999,Ruffino
12.5,Red,Italy,"Light berry aromas carry smoke and cedar accents. The mouthfeel is even and dry, and tart cherry and cocoa flavors carry from the palate through the moderate finish. A good quaff in a lighter style.",,10,84,Tuscany,Chianti Colli Fiorentini,,Le Torri 1998  Chianti Colli Fiorentini,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-torri-1998-sangiovese-chianti-colli-fiorentini/,Sangiovese,1998,Le Torri
13,Red,Italy,"A medium-weight contender whose fruit struggles to be acknowledged above the oak. There are some dark cherry and cocoa notes, especially on the nose, but in the end the oak rules, through the toasty, medium-length finish.",Querciolo Riserva,22,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Podere La Cappella 1997 Querciolo Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/podere-cappella-1997-querciolo-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Podere La Cappella
12,White,US,"Very crisp, and loaded with tart green apples and lemons, this would be an ideal match for light fish or shellfish dishes. This is what unadulterated cool-climate Chardonnay tastes like.",Estate,12,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1998 Estate Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1998-estate-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1998,Palmer
13,White,US,"The aromas bring to mind buttered cashews and pears poached in vanilla syrup. The flavors follow suit, in a medium-bodied wine that's soft and easy to drink but tails off a bit on the finish.",Festival,10,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok NV Festival Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-nv-festival-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,,Paumanok
12.5,Red,US,"Toasty, with a bit of cedar or menthol on the nose; red berries and licorice on the palate. The fruit here is delicate and tart, particularly on the finish, where the flavors are almost lemony.",,18,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Paumanok 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paumanok-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Paumanok
12,White,France,"So light, dry and taut, you might mistake this for a Sauvignon Blanc with its grapefruit profile and high acidity. Still, the cleansing tartness is likeable, if not entirely expected. This will work as an apéritif or paired with lighter foods.",,8,84,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Herzog Selection 1999 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-selection-1999-chardonnay-vin-pays-jardin/,Chardonnay,1999,Herzog Selection
12.5,White,Israel,"Round and fairly full, this is mainstream juice in the international style, with ripe apple-citrus fruit and lots of smoky, vanilla-tinged oak. It's a straightforward crowd-pleaser that could say Coastal, but it's from the Galilee, in northern Israel.",,12,84,Galilee,,,Gamla 1998 Chardonnay (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamla-1998-chardonnay-galilee/,Chardonnay,1998,Gamla
12.5,Red,Italy,"The strong start—a nose full of slightly candied cherries, plums, cloves, prunes and cinnamon—is a great setup, but the expected richness does not materialize on the palate. Rather it's a bit lean and tart and the wood overpowers the fruit, which oddly seems to be fading already.",Pratale,19,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Coli 1997 Pratale  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coli-1997-pratale-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Coli
,White,US,Crisp pear and citrus fruit gets almost aggressively tart in this stainless-steel fermented Chard. Good length; should pair well with oysters on the half-shell.,Scuttlehole,13,84,New York,Long Island,Long Island,Channing Daughters 1999 Scuttlehole Chardonnay (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/channing-daughters-1999-scuttlehole-chardonnay-long-island/,Chardonnay,1999,Channing Daughters
13,Red,Italy,"The berry fruit here bears an herb-floral note on the nose, and opens to a light, supple palate of cherries accented by herb and chocolate accents. The finish shows good fruit and decent length, if slightly edgy tannins.",,15,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Villa Maisano 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maisano-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Villa Maisano
12.9,White,US,"Only slightly grassy and with strong lemony overtones to the fruit, this near-colorless white is as crisp and refreshing as a sea breeze. Would be perfect with the local oysters or clams on the half-shell.",Estate Bottled,10,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Macari 1999 Estate Bottled Sauvignon Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macari-1999-estate-bottled-sauvignon-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Macari
12.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of sour plum, chocolate and wood give way to a mouthful of licorice-accented sour cherry fruit accented by cedar and caramel. Has good acidity and decent length, but the tannins on the back end are somewhat drying.",Riserva,37,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Cennatoio 1996 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cennatoio-1996-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Cennatoio
,Red,Italy,"The cherry fruit shows mature earth and mushroom accents. Some coffee and leather notes on the palate add interest, and mild tannins on the finish wrap up the package. It's graceful, but also seems advanced for its age.",,17,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Brolio 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-di-brolio-1997-chianti-classico-10749/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Brolio
,White,Italy,"Refreshing, and zesty, this is a good afternoon sipper or predinner drink. It's light, dry and crisp, with tangy lemon-grapefruit aromas and flavors that may be too sharp for some, but we like the kick.",,7,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Bartenura 1999 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartenura-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Bartenura
12,Red,Italy,"Slightly muted nose with tobacco elements. Shows tart cherry fruit, medium weight and decent balance. A good basic Chianti, but also features a funky earthiness that's not for everyone. Finishes dry, with decent length.",Casina Del Giglio,14,85,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Baroncini 1998 Casina Del Giglio  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baroncini-1998-casina-giglio-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1998,Baroncini
,White,US,"This 100% barrel-fermented Chardonnay sees only 20% new oak, so although it has plenty of buttered-pear flavors it finishes fresh, with a hint of citrus. A touch of anise adds complexity to the aromas.",,20,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Gristina 1999 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gristina-1999-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1999,Gristina
,White,US,"A clean, crisp, citrusy wine that lacks the rich texture found in the best Alsatian Pinot Gris, but still packs in a lot of tart, lemony flavors. Good shellfish wine.",,20,85,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Lenz 1998 Pinot Gris (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenz-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Gris,1998,Lenz
,Red,US,Plummy and weedy flavors in a medium-wight format that picks up some chocolate notes on the finish.  Soft and easy to drink.  From Wolffer.,,14,85,New York,Long Island,Long Island,La Ferme Martin 1998 Merlot (Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferme-martin-1998-merlot-long-island/,Merlot,1998,La Ferme Martin
14.5,Red,US,"Great vineyards, great winery, great vintage: There's lots to like about this big, bold, fruity wine that manages to be complex and elegant at the same time. Masses of blackberry, black currant and violets, with smoke and vanilla from oak aging. What's hard to convey is the balance, richness, harmony and depth of flavor, which are really stunning. Age it for a few years if you want, but it's at or near its delicious best now.",,35,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
14.9,Red,US,"This wine become pretty pricey but that's because consumers recognize its quality; its sheer deliciousness can't be beat. It has all the elements of fine Russian River Pinot—it's dry and has lots o f ripe fruit, pretty oak, toast and spice—and it puts them all together in a super-elegant package. The vintage is light but the wine doesn't seem to mind. Its class shows. `",Thomas Road Vineyard,50,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1998 Thomas Road Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1998-thomas-road-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Iron Horse
13.5,Red,US,"Not bad for this vintage, which has ended up thinner than originally thought. The grapes had to struggle to ripen, and you can taste the tension between greenness and sweetness. Quite a bit of oak adds charred, smoky, vanilla notes and a glyceriny sweetness. This is elegant stuff; not a big wine, but it is very well made and its pedigree is obvious.",,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonegate 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Stonegate
,White,US,"A rich, creamy wine, loaded with personality. Spicy, oaky aromas ride over tropical fruit and peach scents, and it drinks crisp and spicy, although the midpalate is a little thin in fruit. The oaky sweetness is very nice, and so is the whistle-clean finish.",Dutton Vineyard,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1998 Dutton Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1998-dutton-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Fritz
12.5,Red,Chile,"Jammy, soft and juicy, this Cabernet Sauvignon tastes almost like a California field blend. But that's not bad, if not particularly varietally focused. Easy, very drinkable, it's a kind of “Cab-jolais” that can work as a bar pour or party wine.",,7,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 2000 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2000-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,2000,Undurraga
13.5,White,US,"With a hefty case production, the wine is light and thin, but there are pleasant enough flavors. It's average Chardonnay, with just enough appley fruit, oak and sweetness to satisfy. It's clean and well-made, and there's not much more you can say about it.",,15,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1999 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1999-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,William Hill Estate
13.5,Red,US,"A soft, round quaffer filled with warmth. Slightly cooked berries are tinged with a hint of wood and dusty earth flavors",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Camelot 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Camelot
,Red,France,"This lovely wine, a Monopole, is already showing complex, forward fruit with flavors of plum, cherry and cranberry. Soft and fulsome, it shows a light hand with the oak, allowing nuances of tobacco and leather to emerge. Good weight and texture, it seems bound for early glory.",Clos des Reas,65,93,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Michel Gros 1999 Clos des Reas  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-1999-clos-reas-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,1999,Michel Gros
12,Sparkling,France,"Opens with a compelling nose offering a bready, yeasty and subtle deep strawberry quality. The solid performance continues on the palate, with full, lively flavors and a steady bead. Has a fine mousse and closes with impressive tart-sweet strawberry and plum flavors. Full and complex.",Rosé Heritage Brut,42,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Delbeck NV Rosé Heritage Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delbeck-nv-rose-heritage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Delbeck
,White,Italy,"Many people feel Fiano represents southern Italy's most promising white grape, and after tasting this rendition, who can argue? The flavor package is pineapple, citrus and wet stones. The structure and mouthfeel are what many Italian whites strive for but never reach. An elegant wine.",,20,91,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1999  Fiano di Avellino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1999-white-fiano-avellino/,White Blend,1999,Feudi di San Gregorio
12,Sparkling,France,"This is an interesting bottling that opened up considerably while tasting. The nose displays biscuit, grape and lime notes, and there's plenty of green apple and sweet-tart citrus in the mouth. It has a nice texture on the palate and closes with a grapefruit tang and chalky notes.",Brut Sélection,26,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier NV Brut Sélection  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-nv-brut-selection-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pannier
13.5,Red,US,"Plenty of oak right out in front gives it a bountiful bouquet of smoke, toast, charcoal, etc. Underneath waits a nice core of black-cherry and cassis fruit, balanced with decent acids, but overall the wine seems lightweight for a reserve. It's definitely ready to drink right now.",Reserve,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fetzer 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Fetzer
12,White,Italy,"Another fine effort from this house, which has proven its consistency from one year to the next. It offers a lovely, clean, apple-like nose, crisp acidity, perfect balance, a medium body and a long apple-and-peach close.",,15,88,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Pieropan 1999  Soave Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-1999-white-soave-classico-superiore/,White Blend,1999,Pieropan
12,Sparkling,France,,Grande Cuvée Brut,160,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-champagne-7109/,Champagne Blend,,Krug
12,Sparkling,France,"A rich nose of honey, marmalade and yeast opens to full apple and lemon-custard flavors. There's fullness, but also a less-than-sparkling quality that's a little disappointing considering the Krug pedigree. Medium-weight, it finishes with buttery, oaky complexity but not the length you'd expect.",Brut,230,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug 1988 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-1988-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1988,Krug
,Red,US,"From this always dependable producer comes this lovely, supple wine. There are plenty of bright, ripe raspberry, black-cherry and cola flavors nuanced by smoke and spice notes from oak. If it's not terribly complex, it more than makes up for it with the liveliness of the acids, the balance and the silky harmony.",Reserve,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Meridian
12,Sparkling,Italy,"A little peach, a little cantaloupe and plenty of rich character courtesy of the Pinot Nero. A nice cocktail-party wine with significant substance. It rolls on the tongue and leaves a clean and precise palate feel. Sweetness is not a problem here; it barely shows any toast or yeast. It's cool and collected Italian bubbly.",Blanc de Noir Brut,11,87,,Trentino,,Rotari NV Blanc de Noir Brut  (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-blanc-noir-brut-sparkling-trentino/,Champagne Blend,,Rotari
12,Sparkling,France,"A rosé Champagne with aromas and flavors of cherries and strawberries blended with dry spices, like cinnamon. This would make a festive apéritif this holiday season.",Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée Rosé,87,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-tete-cuvee-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
13.5,Red,France,"Not quite as impressive as the wonderful 1998, this blend of 60% Grenache and 40% Syrah features solid black-cherry fruit and hints of smoke but seems a bit compact, with firm structure. Still, the persistent finish and reasonable depth suggest it will show better in a couple of months.",Cuvée Reservée,12,87,Rhône Valley,Lirac,,Château de Ségriès 1999 Cuvée Reservée Red (Lirac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-1999-cuvee-reservee-red-lirac/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Château de Ségriès
,Sparkling,Italy,"A creamy, slightly sweet bubbly that begins with shaved chocolate, coconut, lime and pound-cake aromas, which are rather inviting. The flavors are fruity, ripe, supple and honeyed. The bubbles are a bit scouring and rough, but other than that, it's a very pretty wine.",Extra Dry,15,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Col de' Salici NV Extra Dry  (Prosecco di Valdobbiadene),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-salici-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Col de' Salici
12.5,Sparkling,France,"A blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay from grand cru vineyards, this is a clean, precisely made wine that almost seems engineered—it's that crisply defined. It shows perfect, streaming, tiny bubbles, a tight, yeasty entry and a steely, concise finish.",Grande Cru Brut,40,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Soutiran NV Grande Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soutiran-nv-grande-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Soutiran
13.5,Red,US,"Here's a soft, supple wine of great character and harmony from an underrated producer. It has pretty earthy-berry aromas. While it's not very oaky there's enough to give a hint of smoke and vanilla. On the light side, with soft tannins and somewhat low acidity, but the overall impression is very likable and elegant. This is a racy wine to drink now while your bigger '97 Cabs are maturing in the cellar.",,11,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Wente
11.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Officially a Vino Spumante Aromatico di Qualita, this gentle bubbly features pretty orange-blossom highlights, a soft, rich and seductive mouthfeel, and good concentration through a pleasingly long finish. Very nicely made and thoroughly enjoyable. The midnight blue bottle is easy to spot on the retail shelf.",,12,88,Veneto,Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,,Foss Marai NV  Prosecco di Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foss-marai-nv-sparkling-prosecco-prosecco-valdobbiadene/,Prosecco,,Foss Marai
12.5,Red,France,"From the full bouquet with its dark-cherry and black-pepper notes, this wine makes its presence felt. There's very good depth of fruit, with a characteristic brambly quality. Some complexity can be found here via earth and white-pepper elements that accent the fruit.",,10,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Solitude 1998 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-solitude-1998-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Domaine de la Solitude
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Very rich and full-bodied for a brut, with pronounced citrus and smoke aromas and a hint of honeyed vanilla. Turns ripe and toasty in the mouth, with big, forward lime flavors. High acidity provides a nice backbone, while exceptional balance keeps it tight and focused. A dry, austere, palate-cleansing finish completes the picture.",Brut,42,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-champagne-7231/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte
,Red,France,This offering from a well-known négociant is made in a lighter style and has good flavor. The essential ripeness of the vintage shows; there is some texture to the mouthfeel and it wraps up with a clean finish of good length.,,23,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Barton & Guestier
12,Sparkling,US,"A malty, full bouquet with good complexity announces this well-constructed wine. Pleasant citrus and hay flavors, medium weight and a good steady bead add to the package. A good clean finish with a grapefruit tang wraps it up.",Private Reserve Brut,31,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Pacific Echo 1995 Private Reserve Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-1995-private-reserve-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pacific Echo
7.5,Sparkling,France,"This one smells like a French Prosecco, with effusive bubbles and a citrusy bouquet. Off-dry, with lots of orange flavors. It finishes with a lively, lengthy, orange-rind explosion. This is very well made, and invites a second or third glass. It rests gently on the palate, and lingers pleasantly.",,13,88,Rhône Valley,Clairette de Die Méthode Dioise Ancestrale,,Carod Freres NV  Clairette de Die Méthode Dioise Ancestrale,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carod-freres-nv-sparkling-clairette-methode-dioise-ancestrale/,Sparkling Blend,,Carod Freres
12,Sparkling,France,"Yeast, toast and bread dough characterize the austere but complex nose on this finely crafted wine. It's quite dry, with impressions of earth, mineral, toast, and just the barest hint of lime. Quite full-bodied, it could even improve with a year or so in the bottle.",Grand Brut,35,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët NV Grand Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-nv-grand-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Perrier Jouët
,Sparkling,France,"Krug prefers to call this wine multivintage rather than nonvintage, but that doesn't change what it is. Deep yeast, butter and cider aromas lead into full caramel and apple flavors on the weighty palate; it turns a bit sweet-tart on the finish. Perhaps made with juice from some weaker vintages of the early 1990s, it's nonetheless very good.",Grande Cuvée Brut,160,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Krug
12.5,White,Italy,"A Pinot Grigio that hits the mark on all counts. The aroma and flavors are apple and pear. The palate has a silky mouthfeel and good structure, with just the right amount of acidity, and a long finish. This is what more Pinot Grigios should taste like.",,10,88,,Alto Adige,,Tolloy 1999 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolloy-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Tolloy
,White,Italy,"A Sauvignon Blanc from Sardinia, and it's a good one. One worries after the slightly reticent nose, but after that it's all uphill. Well balanced, with crisp acidity and an expansive mouthfeel. Its predominantly melon finish goes on and on.",Le Arenarie,12,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Sella & Mosca 1999 Le Arenarie Sauvignon Blanc (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-1999-le-arenarie-sauvignon-blanc-sardinia/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Sella & Mosca
,Red,Italy,"Tanca Farra is the name of the soil; the grapes are Cabernet Sauvignon (50%) and the Sardinian workhorse, Cannonau (50%). They work well together in this wine, which opens nicely to reveal black-fruit notes. The palate experience is ripe tannins, adequate acidity and a good mouthfeel. The finish is long, with cherry and plum notes.",Tanca Farra,16,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Sella & Mosca 1995 Tanca Farra Red (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-1995-tanca-farra-red-sardinia/,Red Blend,1995,Sella & Mosca
12.5,Red,France,"Blueberries and blackberries are the dominant themes here, with some smoky notes playing a supporting role. Bright, tart and fruity, this doesn't appear to have the depth for aging. But it is an immensely attractive wine for early quaffing. There are some slightly drying tannins on the finish, so try it with rich or fatty foods for best effect.",,13,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Domaine des Entrefaux 1999  Crozes-Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-entrefaux-1999-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1999,Domaine des Entrefaux
12,White,Italy,"Loaded with fresh pineapple and grapefruit from beginning to end, this zestful Sardinian white delights throughout. A real waker-upper; it's an admirable foil for any grilled fish but would be especially so for grilled lobster.",La Cala,11,88,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Sella & Mosca 1999 La Cala White (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-1999-cala-white-sardinia/,White Blend,1999,Sella & Mosca
13,Red,France,"A reserve selection that's seen some barrel aging, but not too much. The toasty, chocolaty oak is hardly noticeable under a firm wallop of cherry-berry fruit that turns velvety on the palate. Some softly bitter tannins creep in on the finish, letting you know that the best is yet to come. Pick up a few bottles and drink them over the next couple of years.",Prestige des Gibelins,15,88,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mas Neuf 1998 Prestige des Gibelins Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mas-neuf-1998-prestige-gibelins-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château Mas Neuf
,Red,US,"This is a young, hearty wine, dark and brooding, whose power is still considerably closed in. The aroma hints at blackberry preserves, anise and milk chocolate. It's soft and accessible, with tons of concentrated, ripe berry fruit, but needs a few years to show its best stuff. Finishes long and spicy.",Reserve,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trellis 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Trellis
13.5,Red,US,"Ripe and juicy, here's a Cab that rises to the occasion, with fine currant, berry and herbal aromas, compounded with spicy oak. Very dry and fancy, it offers plenty of balance and harmony, and tastes soft, rich and complex.",Vintner's Reserve,17,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kendall-Jackson
12,Sparkling,France,"There's a lot of richness in this wine, which has a pale pink color. You can smell fresh strawberries as well as a yeasty note and something earthy and mulchy. It drinks quite dry and crisp, with a real bite of acidity and some pretty raspberry flavors. It turns rich and complex on the finish.",Brut Rosé,29,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pannier
13.5,Red,US,"Ripe fruit, augmented with a little earthiness, some barnyard scents, and then layers of dark spice and smoke.",Barrel Select,15,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fetzer 1997 Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1997-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Fetzer
13.5,Red,France,"A very Grenache-like wine, with red berries, rhubarb, meat and spices on the nose. Earth and anise notes in the mouth add interest, and there is a fine fruit-acid balance here. Sweet berries, a strong mineral component and fine tannic structure shine on the solid finish. Tight now, it will show better in two or three years.",Les Laurentides,16,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine Gramenon 1998 Les Laurentides Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-gramenon-1998-laurentides-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Domaine Gramenon
13.1,Red,US,"There's some really fine Cabernet character in this affordable wine, which contains 10% Merlot. It's got black-currant and plum fruit, finely etched and pure, with a light touch of oak, and there's some real substance and depth of flavor. You'll be surprised at the classiness at this price. It's a mystery how this winery achieves wines this good when they could be selling them for much more. Best Buy.",,14,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dreyer Sonoma 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreyer-sonoma-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Dreyer Sonoma
12,Sparkling,Italy,"It's funny how a wine like this, so austere in both aroma and flavor, can be so appealing. For one thing, the acidity is enormously high, and really turns on the taste buds. What flavors there are tend toward limes and unripe peaches, but the real deal is mineral and herb. It really shines in cleanliness, zestiness and liveliness.",Passerina,10,88,Central Italy,Marche,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni NV Passerina  (Marche),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cocci-grifoni-nv-passerina-sparkling-marche/,Champagne Blend,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni
,Sparkling,US,"Darker than a rosé, almost Pinot Noirish in color, it has aromas of strawberries and raspberries, with a deeper, more decadent note, like chocolate cherries. Oddly, it tastes dry. There are some delicate raspberry flavors, but they're not too strong. Then it turns very rich and fruity on the finish. There's something addictive about this drink-me bubbly.",Cuvée Rouge,11,88,California,California Other,California,Thornton NV Cuvée Rouge  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-cuvee-rouge-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Thornton
,Red,US,"An estate-bottled, unfiltered 100% Cabernet, it's an open, loose-knit wine, with soft, plummy fruit, some vanilla-cream notes and a sweet finish.",Brutocao Vineyards,18,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1997 Brutocao Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1997-vineyards-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Brutocao
12,Sparkling,US,"Toasty and creamy, with just a touch of earthy mustiness on the nose; this is like a star just starting to do an elegant fade. There's tangy fruit with a touch of oxidized maturity, a full texture, but a very faint bead. Good elements abound here and the wine still displays class, but it seems like it might have been brighter before",L'Ermitage,43,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate 1994 L'Ermitage  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-1994-lermitage-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Roederer Estate
13,Red,US,"A plush, fancy Cabernet with all the trimmings. Ripe, opulent fruit is the foundation; above that, oak provides spicy complexities. The tannins are supersoft and plush, like drinking velvet, which may not contribute to the wine's longevity but definitely makes it pleasing to drink right now.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rodney Strong
12,Sparkling,France,"This is an elegant, lean wine, with earthy and smoky notes that just barely veer into melon. It's dry and well structured, and has a nice balance of acids, sugar and alcohol. The finish is rich and toasty.",Extra Dry,32,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Extra Dry  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
7,Dessert,US,"From the Muscat Canelli grape; it's a very sweet (10.8% residual sugar) wine balanced by quite high acidity. Aromas and flavors are distinctly apricot and buttercream. Pretty texture, creamy smooth and velvety. Not especially complex, but delicious, clean and well made. Try with vanilla ice cream, pound cake, a sweet fruit soufflé or the ripest fruits.",Moscato Allegro,12,88,California,California Other,California,Martin & Weyrich 1999 Moscato Allegro Muscat Canelli (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1999-moscato-allegro-muscat-canelli-other/,Muscat Canelli,1999,Martin & Weyrich
13.5,Red,US,"This is a really nice Cab. It has a rich, dark color, and pretty aromas of black currants, tobacco, blackberry, anise and mint. The flavors are similar, but what strikes you is the richness and balance. Such pretty fruit, ripe and polished, just delicious. The tannins are moderate, so you can drink it up right away.",,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kenwood
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"Fine, fizzy bubbles make this particularly inviting in the flute. There's a nice rich creaminess to the mouthfeel, and it hits the palate with good weight and authority. Lemon and vanilla fill the mouth, and lead to a ripe, clean finish with just a touch of licorice for added interest. Best Buy.",Brut Cava,12,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Montsarra NV Brut Cava  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montsarra-nv-brut-cava-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Montsarra
13.8,Red,US,"A solid effort from a dependable winery that used to be known for value, back before wine—especially Cabernet—prices exploded. It hits all the right notes, with black-currant aromas and flavors, herbal or bell-pepper notes and a fancy streak of mint, complexed with lots of new French oak. Dry and rich, it finishes with dusty tannins, suggesting aging possibilities. Best after 2003.",Winemaker's Reserve,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 1996 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1996-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Château Souverain
12.5,Red,Italy,"The brilliant deep-ruby color is a harbinger of things to come. The aromas are cherry, spice and a not unpleasant small amount of Bret. The palate feel is good and the finish long. The tannins just need a little time to soften. This should be perfect by 2002.",Fatica Contadina,38,89,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Terredora 1996 Fatica Contadina  (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-1996-fatica-contadina-taurasi/,Red Blend,1996,Terredora
,Red,France,"This full-flavored blend is 65% Grenache and the balance is mostly Syrah, with a little Mourvèdre. It opens with a rustic nose and full earthy, horsey flavors. There's a very typical Rhône-ish brambly quality to the dark-berry fruit, and the finish is long and flavorful. Quite approachable right now; it should drink well for the next 4 to 8 years, maybe longer.",,21,89,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Domaine de la Solitude 1998 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-solitude-1998-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Domaine de la Solitude
13.5,Red,US,"An elegant, lighter-style Pinot that oozes charm and finesse, from its vanilla-bean and cola aromas through the sweet root-vegetable and sour cherry flavors. Finishes well, with pretty herbal and fruit nuances that reverberate for a long time.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Brophy Clark 1998 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Brophy Clark
12,Sparkling,France,"This stylish bottling offers a silky nose with hay, pound cake and herb notes. Lean and clean, it sports grapefruit and green-apple flavors, and a good feel and finish, with mineral and spice elements. A trim, well-toned contender.",Brut,50,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Piper-Heidsieck
,Red,US,"An earthy-style wine emphasizing dark stone fruits, beetroot, tomato, and hard spices, all in that Santa Barbara/Bien Nacido style. Seasoned with generous oak, it tastes young and full-bodied, with big fruit and spice. Needs big foods, like roasts, or you can age it to settle it down.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Villa Mt. Eden
13.5,Red,US,"True to the Clos du Val paradigm, this wine offers ripe California fruit rendered traditionally-in this case in a Burgundian manner. The fruit rides high on the bright acidity; full, meaty black cherry and earth aromas and flavors sport attractive licorice accents. Big on the palate but not heavy, the wine finishes dry with dark cherry and mineral notes, fairly full tannins. This very good California Pinot Noir should improve over the next two or three years. A fine candidate for the short to mid-term cellar.",Single Vineyard,26,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 1998 Single Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1998-single-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Clos du Val
12,Sparkling,France,"A classy package and a bright, flavorful sparkling wine. There are vivacious, creamy, tropical-fruit flavors creating a rich, ripe mouthfeel, which extends all the way through to a lip-smacking, have-another-sip finish.",Clos des Demoiselles Brut,15,89,Languedoc-Roussillon,Crémant de Limoux,,Laurens 1996 Clos des Demoiselles Brut Chenin Blanc (Crémant de Limoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurens-1996-clos-demoiselles-brut-chenin-blanc-cremant-limoux/,Chenin Blanc,1996,Laurens
13.5,Red,US,"This Central Coast offering is sly and crafty, with a pretty cola and herb nose, a fine not-too-extracted color, and a supple mouthfeel. It has California richness, as it should, but also a reserved way about it. Sizable amounts of cinnamon, vanilla and oak are found on the persistent fadeaway. Smooth enough to be drunk now.",Edna Ranch,30,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Tolosa 1998 Edna Ranch Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolosa-1998-edna-ranch-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Tolosa
12,Sparkling,France,"The nose here is rich and dense, with biscuit and mushroom elements. The big, layered palate displays apple and chalk notes, but is surprisingly soft, with a rather faint bead. There's an element of sweetness some tasters found tacky and perfumey for a wine of this stature. Others, however, found it complex and exciting, with yeasty, toasty notes.",Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut,170,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1994 Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1994-comtes-champagne-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Taittinger
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Toasty and yeasty, this medium-full rosé opens with berry, rose and earth notes, and has full cherry-berry flavors with herb accents on the palate. Displays a good bead, and closes dry and long with berry flavors and appealing tarragon and ripe tomato notes.",Brut Rosé,45,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Soutiran NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soutiran-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Soutiran
12,Sparkling,France,"Opening with its rich nose of hay, honeysuckle and yeasty scents, this offering establishes itself as a pleaser, with a smooth mouthfeel, grapefruit and apple flavors offset by tropical fruit notes, and a zingy brisk finish. It's a tasty offering that possesses a lot of different elements, all well-handled and nicely balanced.",Blue Top Brut,35,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Blue Top Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-blue-top-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
12,Sparkling,US,"Right on target, the toasty, smoky nose here opens to full green-apple and mineral flavors on the palate. Hints of apricot and lime add interest and complexity, and the wine finishes smooth and long. Shows nice precision of flavor and texture.",Blanc de Blancs,27,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Pacific Echo 1995 Blanc de Blancs  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-1995-blanc-blancs-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pacific Echo
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This prestige cuvee honors Guy Devaux, who founded the California winery, and takes the familiar, user-friendly house style to an unprecedented level of intensity. The concentrated, beguiling nose suggests cask-conditioned ale and freshly baked bread. The wine fills every corner of the palate with rich, seductively layered flavors. The finish says California, not Champagne, with its tart fruit and spice.",DVX,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa 1996 DVX  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-1996-dvx-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Mumm Cuvée Napa
12,Sparkling,France,"Opening with a toasty, sourdough-like leesy nose, the focus here moves to apple, pear and melon flavors on the palate. The texture is full, but also soft, and the bead is not as lively as some Champagnes.",Egérie Brut,45,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pannier 1995 Egérie Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pannier-1995-egerie-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pannier
13,Sparkling,US,"Argyle sets the standard for Northwest sparkling wine, and this wine beguiles from the beginning. The massive bead, citrus-scented bouquet and perfect fruit is balanced elegantly by palate-clearing acids and just a hint of toast. The wine is a 100% barrel-fermented blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay.",Knudsen Vineyard Brut,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1996 Knudsen Vineyard Brut  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1996-knudsen-vineyard-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Argyle
12,Sparkling,France,"The onion-skin color is pretty to look at, and even nicer is the complex aroma: earthy and rich, suggesting cherry-chocolate candy, toast and yeast. It really stands out on the palate, where the full-bodied cherry flavors are highlighted by crisp acidity. Notable for its balance, finesse and sheer charm.",Diamant Rosé,70,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 1988 Diamant Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-1988-diamant-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1988,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Sparkling,US,"This is probably the most crowd-pleasing of Thornton's current lineup. It has all the elegance and class of the Brut Reserve Natural but a touch of sugar adds roundness and richness to the fruit. It's more savory, more piquant, fatter, without being blowsy or obvious. This is very fine brut, able to hold its own with the best.",Brut Reserve,21,90,California,California Other,California,Thornton 1995 Brut Reserve  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1995-brut-reserve-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1995,Thornton
,Red,US,"Tannic and firm, yet fleshy, with cherries and cherry tomatoes mixing it up. Some pleasing smoke and toast notes come from aging in oak barrels. Overall, it's elegantly styled but still on the young and tight side.",Clone 115 - Vidmar Vineyard,25,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Claudia Springs 1998 Clone 115 - Vidmar Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1998-clone-115-vidmar-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1998,Claudia Springs
,White,Italy,"If you thought Gini's 1998 La Frosca was great, try this one. Yes, the price is a little higher, but it's worth it. Apple and citrus aromas start this one off. Excellent acidity and balance follow, with a smooth mouthfeel and a long finish. Whoever thought Soaves could be this good?",La Froscà,18,90,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Gini 1999 La Froscà  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-1999-frosca-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,1999,Gini
,White,Italy,"More Pinot Grigios should taste like this. A rich pear-like nose is followed by crisp acidity, a medium body and a viscous mouthfeel. The finish is long and redolent of pears and citrus. And all for $15!",,15,90,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 1999 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Alois Lageder
12,Sparkling,France,"Earthy and truffley in an attractive and complex way, this fairly mature offering has a full mouthfeel and rich apple and plum flavors. The long finish brings tart plums. This has the stuffing to be used as a dining Champagne, and the reserved elegance required for drinking alone or with hors d'oeuvres.",Grande Réserve Brut,52,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grande Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grande-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
18.4,Port/Sherry,US,"A blend of five traditional Port varieties, this is a sweet (10% residual sugar), very rich wine of substance and harmony. It has massive flavors of berries with sweet overlays of caramel, chocolate and mint, and the sugars are nicely balanced by crisp acidity, although the texture is soft and velvety. This tasty wine achieves the complexity and provides the satisfaction of a good late bottled vintage Port. Drink it now with rich chocolate-based desserts.",Portacinco,20,90,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1994 Portacinco Port (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1994-portacinco-port-blend-port-other/,Port,1994,Woodbridge
,Red,US,"Byron's first-ever wine from this justly famous vineyard. This wine flatters the senses from the get-go. The fruit is tremendously ripe, balanced and supple, with enough oak to lend it the requisite smoke and vanilla qualities and glyceriny sweetness. Soft, velvety, smooth and silky are just a few words to describe the mouthfeel.",Sierra Madre Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1997 Sierra Madre Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1997-sierra-madre-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Byron
13,Sparkling,Italy,"Palate-pleasing toasty, vanilla-cracker and tropical-fruit flavors. Fine bubbles lend a richness to the mouthfeel; the lush, nutty finish extends deliciously on and on. This could almost pass for a French tête de cuvée, except for the distinctly almond note (very tasty at that) running through the finish.",Dino Nero Spumante,36,90,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Bruno Giacosa 1996 Dino Nero Spumante  (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-giacosa-1996-dino-nero-spumante-sparkling-piedmont/,Champagne Blend,1996,Bruno Giacosa
12,Sparkling,France,"A classy, elegant style of Champagne with a tart, steely structure and firm, tight flavors. Very dry and a bit closed down, but the length and concentration suggest some wonderful development ahead. This style of Champagne would benefit from cellaring; at least four or five years would be optimal.",Premier Cru Brut,30,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
12,Sparkling,France,"Spicy ginger and liqueur-like vanilla notes on the nose announce this engaging, medium-weight Champagne. There's nice tension here between the bright, youthful lemon and green-apple flavors and the fuller, fairly mature earthy notes. It finishes long and nicely complex, and comes in a unique pineapple-like bottle, too.",Cuvée Palmes d'Or Brut,125,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte 1992 Cuvée Palmes d'Or Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-1992-cuvee-palmes-dor-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Nicolas Feuillatte
,Dessert,US,"A light, refreshing, amazingly clean and delicious wine. With only 8% alcohol but 9.7% residual sugar, it's a tasty sweet-toother that delivers plenty of wonderful ripe fruit and spice. It's almost delicate, the wine equivalent of a well-made crème brûlée—which it would pair with beautifully.",Moscato Bianco,11,90,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1999 Moscato Bianco Moscato (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1999-moscato-bianco-muscat-moscato-other/,Moscato,1999,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Strives for Champagne in the deeply toasted, yeasty nose and complex texture and flavors, but in the end the fruit's a little too forward, the wine a little too full-bodied for Champagne. But in its own right it's delicious. You can taste the sweetness of sun-ripened grapes in a way only California can achieve.",Reserve,47,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1994 Reserve  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1994-reserve-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Schramsberg
,Dessert,US,"Opens with immense, luscious aromas of apricot liqueur, vanilla custard, fennel, orange blossom and honeysuckle. Explodes on the palate with enormous fruit and spice flavors; it's intense and concentrated. Very sweet, but the acidity is high and cleansing. It has a velvety texture, and finishes long and sweet. Enjoy it with vanilla ice cream or crème brûlée",Limited Selection Late Harvest,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 1998 Limited Selection Late Harvest Riesling (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1998-limited-selection-late-harvest-riesling-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Riesling,1998,Gainey
13,Sparkling,US,A full-flavored but light-bodied sparkler that has some toasty elements over lemon-tangerine fruit. The long finish brings some attractive pink grapefruit notes. A very welcome surprise from this Rhode Island winery.,Samson Brut,25,90,Rhode Island,Southeastern New England,,Sakonnet 1995 Samson Brut  (Southeastern New England),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sakonnet-1995-samson-brut-sparkling-southeastern-new-england/,Champagne Blend,1995,Sakonnet
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Interesting aromas and flavors abound with biscuit, toast, lemon and ginger. The texture is full and mature, but the wine still has very good acidity to support its apple, lime and spice flavors. It has an appealing mix of heavy and light elements, and it finishes long, with apple and mint notes.",La Cuvée Nominée,95,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 1988 La Cuvée Nominée  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-1988-cuvee-nominee-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1988,Jacquart
12,Sparkling,France,"A perfect salmon shade, with scents of peaches, cherries and toast. It hits the palate with big, ripe, fresh fruit: crisp apples, peaches, cherries and citrus. Concentrated and full, with a tart, fresh back end that lingers into a cherry-vanilla finish.",Grand Brut Rosé,52,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Gosset NV Grand Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gosset-nv-grand-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Gosset
12.5,Sparkling,France,"The aromas of this robust rosé scream “Pinot Noir,” with their earthy, leathery, cherry and barnyard elements. It tastes like a good Pinot that's been livened up with bubbles; even the texture has some of that velvet that you find in Burgundies.",Dom Pérignon Rosé,290,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon 1990 Dom Pérignon Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-1990-dom-perignon-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Moët & Chandon
12,Sparkling,France,"The pedigree shows in the exceptionally attractive aromas, which are of toast, bread dough and yeast, with a trace of peach and honey. In the mouth, it's so rich, creamy and refined, it's hard to resist. There's a finesse that every wine should have. Defines balance, harmony and style.",Brut,48,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart
,Dessert,US,"Odd as it may sound, it smells like coconut cream pie with a baked meringue topping, all swimming in apricot purée. It's sweet but not achingly so, at 7.1% residual sugar, with enough acidity to balance it. It has a luscious, creamy mouthfeel. It seems young and tight despite the opulence; probably it will improve with age in a cool cellar. Best Buy.",Late Harvest,12,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1998 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1998-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Navarro
,Red,Italy,"Located high in the hills of central Sicily, Regaleali is one of the south's leaders. Tasca is the famil name, and their huge estate, replete with the latest technology, continues to impress. This basic red proves to be a very solid everyday wine, featuring flavors of plum, spice, and a touch of mint. Perfect balance with a long finish ensures its success. Best Buy",Regaleali,12,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 1997 Regaleali Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-1997-regaleali-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1997,Tasca d'Almerita
,Sparkling,US,"It's a significant commitment of time, money and resources to cellar a sparkling wine for this long, and Ferrer is to be commended for going the extra mile. The wine rewards the years of producer patience with a soft richness that is both lush and creamy. The once-fresh bready scents have evolved into a toasty, nutty smoothness, and the flavors coat the palate and mellow through an extended finish.",Carneros Cuvée Brut LD,32,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1991 Carneros Cuvée Brut LD  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1991-carneros-cuvee-brut-ld-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1991,Gloria Ferrer
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Rich and mature aromas of smoke, earth and herbs announce this surprise. The palate offers complex fruit, herb and mineral notes, and while mature, it has great mouthfeel and acidity. The dry finish has length and shows a reprise of the smoke and mineral elements from before. Best Buy.",Brut Riserva,19,91,,Trento,,Letrari 1995 Brut Riserva  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/letrari-1995-brut-riserva-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,1995,Letrari
13.9,Red,US,"Richer and denser than Mayo's Sangiacomo bottling, this one also seems more marked by oak, with vanilla, menthol and toast aromas all riding over black cherries. In the mouth, the fruit really comes forward; there's impressive depth and body here, and a lushness that's balanced by a long finish with fresh acidity. Should age for up to 5 years—maybe more. Only problem? Finding some. There were only 100 cases produced.",Piner Ranch Vyd,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mayo 1998 Piner Ranch Vyd Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-1998-piner-ranch-vyd-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Mayo
14.2,Red,US,"Alexander Valley has a rep for soft, forward Cabs of great deliciousness but, perhaps, a lack of complexity. That description fits this dark, young wine, except for one thing: It's complex. You'll find all the spicy-curranty depths of flavor you want, and plenty of oak, and it will even age, because the tannins, while soft, are intricate.",Reserve,40,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Wines like this make a strong argument for the future of Pinot Noir grown in this region. The blend includes 10 percent Pinot Meunier, which pumps up the color. It's a spicy, plummy wonder that's soft and ready to drink. It tastes of spiced apples and cinnamon, with a hint of violets in the smooth finish.",,18,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Claudia Springs 1998 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1998-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1998,Claudia Springs
13,White,Italy,"Made by 30-ish Roberta Borghese high above Manzano, which also happens to be the chair manufacturing capital of Italy, this is a perfect example of how good Tocai can be. The aromas are honey and grapefruit-orange. After an intro of crisp acidity, the same flavors appear and persist on the medium body. Match this one with a good seafood risotto.",Superiore,,91,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Ronchi di Manzano 1999 Superiore Tocai (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronchi-manzano-1999-superiore-italian-white-tocai-colli-orientali-friuli/,Tocai,1999,Ronchi di Manzano
,Sparkling,US,"Champagne is the model for this ultraclassy wine. The aromas explode with toast, lees and the most delicately fragrant citrus and raspberry notes. It turns rich and subtle in the mouth. There's a suggestion of fruit, but it's really quite dry. The quality difference is in the harmony, elegance and balance. This is seriously good sparkling wine.",Millennium Cuvée,21,91,California,California Other,California,Thornton NV Millennium Cuvée  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-millennium-cuvee-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Thornton
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Rich and toasty, with tiny bubbles. The bouquet is laced with honey and vanilla scents. The palate suggests nuts and toast, without any noteworthy sweetness despite the demi-sec label. There's good concentration and a ripe, toasty, slightly oxidized, nutty finish. This would work perfectly with the usual Champagne food suspects: foie gras, triple-cream cheeses and pâté, though it's probably not the best choice for oysters.",Demi-Sec,30,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Demi-Sec  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-demi-sec-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Shows some older notes: a bouquet of toasted white bread, cinnamon, brown sugar and smoky yeast, with just the slightest hint of white pepper. Really rich and complex, with supple lime flavors offsetting the earthy impression. Very dry, with an overall excellent palate impression. Should continue to age and grow finer.",Blanc de Blancs Brut Mosaïque,38,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 1992 Blanc de Blancs Brut Mosaïque  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-1992-blanc-blancs-brut-mosaique-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Jacquart
13.5,Red,US,"Impeccably made and lavishly oaked, this wine's pedigree is apparent. The fruit is all blackberries and raspberry preserves, with deeply spicy notes, and the tannins are softly complex. What's really striking is the supple elegance; it's so silky and soft.",Don Miguel Vineyard,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 1998 Don Miguel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-1998-don-miguel-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Marimar Torres
12,White,Italy,"This classic example comes from a cru vineyard called Terre di Dora, which is named after the Mastroberardinos' mother. They should all be proud of this one. Wet stones, apples, peaches and pears start it off. On the palate, the structure and mouthfeel are nearly perfect. The finish features the butterscotch tones of malolactic fermentation. A wonderful example of what Fiano di Avellino can be.",Terre di Dora,20,91,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Terredora 1999 Terre di Dora  (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-1999-terre-di-dora-white-fiano-avellino/,White Blend,1999,Terredora
12,Sparkling,France,"From the famous maker of Cristal comes a truly lovely, ripe bottle of bubbly, bursting with buttered, roasted nuts and lemony fruit. The Brut Premier spends a little extra time in bottle before being released. It makes for a forward, lush and just plain delicious style of Champagne rather than one that is especially complex or elegant. If anything, this bottle will put you in a boisterous mood and keep any party hardy.",Premier Brut,42,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer NV Premier Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-nv-premier-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Louis Roederer
12,Sparkling,France,"The extraordinary package, created by fashion designer Jean-Paul Gaultier, is so over-the-top that it is truly worth owning in and of itself. A hand-stitched, red vinyl body suit, tailored to the bottle's seductive curves, has been laced, from bottom to top, onto the bottle, like an elegant, racy woman's boot. Given that this is an election year, I should confess I have sinned in my heart looking at this bottle. Oh, and how's the wine? Big, bold, fruity, assertive, toasty and otherwise in-your-face flavorful.",Special Cuvée Brut,100,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck NV Special Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-nv-special-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Piper-Heidsieck
12,Sparkling,France,"Really fine for a low-acid vintage, there's an intriguing nose here with white pepper, sandalwood and pine-nut elements. There are mature notes to the apple, toast and pepper flavors, good backbone, and the texture is just lovely. This well-developed example still has youthful elements, and closes with a grapefruit-mineral finish that is both relaxed and complex.",Diamant Bleu,70,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole 1989 Diamant Bleu  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-1989-diamant-bleu-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1989,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
12,Sparkling,France,"Offers an intriguing nose with ginger, lime and floral elements. The mouthfeel is ephemeral—almost too light—but there's a good case to be made for this style when bubbles are involved. Green apple, an almost lilac note, and lime on the palate. Finishes nicely, too.",Cuvée Prestige,27,91,Champagne,Champagne,,H.Germain NV Cuvée Prestige  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hgermain-nv-cuvee-prestige-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,H.Germain
12,Sparkling,France,"This classy example opens with a very floral nose and almost flower-shop aromas. But it's not at all sweet on the palate, as tangy lime quickly moves to the fore. Impressively light and elegant, it displays some unusual elements and has a fine bead as well as a supple, herb-tinged finish.",Cuvée President,37,91,Champagne,Champagne,,H.Germain NV Cuvée President  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hgermain-nv-cuvee-president-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,H.Germain
,Red,US,"From the color— unusually dark for Pinot Noir—to the deeply fruity, earthy aromas, you expect something big, massive and ageworthy, and the first sip confirms this impression. This is serious Pinot. It comes across deep and powerful in the mouth, suggesting plums, sweet blackberries and a hint of sun-warmed tomato, and finishes with a blast of complex oak and spice. Complex now, it calls for complex dishes—the best game birds you can find—and will probably be even better with some time in the cellar.",,35,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 1998 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Robert Mondavi
12.4,Sparkling,France,"Abelé lays claim to being the third-oldest Champagne house in Reims, and this stylish, sophisticated and thoroughly excellent bottle provides ample evidence that this is an important producer. From the textured, elegant, densely layered nose to the richly toasted flavors and the lingering, sensuous finish, it shows a confident touch with a continental flair.",Brut,25,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Henri Abele NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henri-abele-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Henri Abele
14.5,Red,US,"Here's a rich, solid Cab from a good winery with a proven track record. Made in the Bordeaux style, with 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc, it's got ripe black-currant and plum aromas and flavors and a solid dose of toasty new French oak. Very balanced and complex. The tannins are soft enough to drink it tonight, but it can also age, if you want.",Profile,85,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1997 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1997-profile-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Merryvale
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Jacquart makes a full-bodied, ripe style of Champagne, with tiny, effusive bubbles. Flavors of slightly overripe apples lead into a mature palate with hints of oxidation. Sherry, nuts, olive oil, vanilla and other less identifiable nuances meld into a rich, ripe, satisfying and complex whole.",Cuvée Mosaïque,38,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart 1992 Cuvée Mosaïque  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-1992-cuvee-mosaique-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Jacquart
12,Sparkling,France,"From a vintage that frankly hasn't impressed us much, this is a pleasant surprise. Full and toasty, with some yeast and butter, there are also youthful citrus elements of lemon and lime. A creamy texture and a long, smooth finish complete the package.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,55,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1994 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1994-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"This beautiful single-vineyard wine takes all the themes of the regular Wente Cabernet and carries them into deeper, lusher, more complex territory. The color is darker, the depth of flavor more profound, the fruit veering more toward black currants, the tannins more refined, and the fruity-spicy finish simply wonderful and long.",Charles Wetmore Reserve,25,92,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 1997 Charles Wetmore Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1997-charles-wetmore-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Wente
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Light and elegant, this spicy, lively wine is a gentle joy. There is a precision and refinement evident here that makes other Champagnes seem almost clumsy. The delicate flavors of fresh apple, pear and citrus are further enhanced with pretty cinnamon spice.",Brut Mosaïque,30,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut Mosaïque  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-mosaique-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
12,Sparkling,France,"Sharp, spicy fruit flavors lead into a thick, edgy, crisply defined sparkling wine with plenty of power. The heft and authority are there, but some softening around the edges would enhance the overall palate impression. Time should make this an even better bottle.",Extra Dry,37,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Extra Dry  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,US,"If you must open this now, let it breath for a while because it's dumb, as they say, on opening. Airing and swirling reveal more earthy things than fruit. There's a hint of truffles, of bark, and you almost have to close your eyes to imagine the blackberries and cherries buried deep down inside, but they're there. You can taste them in the midpalate, and the finish lasts for a long time. Cellar this beauty and drink the regular Mondavi Pinot now and for the next five years.",Reserve,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Robert Mondavi
14.1,Dessert,US,"Decades ago, Beringer's then-winemaker Myron Nightingale created an artificial method of introducing the botrytis to Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes, with great results. This splendid version has strong aromas of crème brûlée, vanilla custard, honey, apricot purée and a warm note of peach pie fresh out of the oven. The taste is, in a word, fabulous. This is a nectar fit for the gods.",Nightingale,30,93,California,North Coast,North Coast,Beringer 1996 Nightingale White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1996-nightingale-white-north-coast/,White Blend,1996,Beringer
12,Sparkling,US,"An impressive wine that presents a full bouquet with bready, leesy, toasty aromas, and intriguing lemon and caramel hints. The palate sports attractive fruit and spice flavors that are both complex and lovely, if a challenge to define. There's a long full finish to this top-notch American sparkler.",J. Schram,65,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1993 J. Schram  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1993-j-schram-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1993,Schramsberg
13.1,Red,US,"This lovely, powerful wine is very similar to the Lee Vineyard bottling, but slightly more backward. The fruit and spice aromas are a little earthier, like sniffing a handful of rich, moist humus. In the mouth, there's just a tad more tannin, indicating, possibly, slightly longer ageability, while the finish is a bit harder. Nonetheless, this is terrific Pinot Noir, among the best anywhere",St. Clair Vyd,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Acacia 1997 St. Clair Vyd Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1997-st-clair-vyd-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Acacia
,Dessert,US,"Old-gold in color, and thick and syrupy. The aromas run to caramel, apricots, toffee, butterscotch, vanilla, pecan pie and crème brûlée. Tastes as voluptuous as it smells. Fantastic concentration and depth; a nectar bursting with sweet, gorgeous fruit. The acidity is high, but it feels soft and creamy. Residual sugar of 28% makes it tooth-achingly sweet. Only 554 cases produced, but worth the search.",Late Harvest Cluster Select,25,94,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1997 Late Harvest Cluster Select White Riesling (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1997-late-harvest-cluster-select-riesling-white-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,White Riesling,1997,Navarro
13.5,Red,France,"Inky and rustic, yet in a refined manner. This is knock-out juice if you like 'em big and flavorful. The full bouquet of grape, raisin, oak, licorice and herb aromas pulls you in and the follow-up palate of dense blackberry flavors with herb and smoke shadings fulfills the promise the nose makes. Loads of oak here, but there's great depth of fruit for it to play against. A definite keeper; hold for three or four years at least.",,30,94,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Le Vieux Donjon 1998 Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-vieux-donjon-1998-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Le Vieux Donjon
14.4,Red,US,"From the Napa side of Carneros, this beautiful wine begins with very forward aromas of cola, black raspberry, black cherry, tomato, mushroom, earth, vanilla, spice and smoky oak. Very fruity and lush in the mouth, with soft tannins. It's rich and opulent, offering wave after wave of different sensations that are endlessly fascinating. The finish is fruity and long. Fabulous wine; enjoy it now, or age it.",Lee Vyd,50,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Acacia 1997 Lee Vyd Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1997-lee-vyd-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Acacia
12,Sparkling,France,"One expects elegance, grace and precision from this prestige cuvée, and this wine delivers that and much more. There is a refined complexity running through it, from the cascading tiny bubbles to the lush, toasty nose to the dense, palate-tickling, complex mouthfeel, which continues seamlessly through to a long, ultrasatisfying finish. Stylish and seductive.",Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut,140,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Grand Siècle La Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-grand-siecle-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
12,Sparkling,France,"A beauty in every respect. The nose is perfectly toasted, with attractive apple and peach nuances. The palate feel and its full-fruit flavors build into a crescendo of Champagne style. It's clean, lusty and just the right call for a celebratory evening. Mouthfuls of total harmony don't come often and they don't come cheap.",Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé,204,95,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1995 Comtes de Champagne Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1995-comtes-champagne-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Taittinger
,Red,France,"This needs a good bit of breathing time, then it begins to reveal some cherry lifesaver fruit and a balanced structure with firm acids and medium tannins. A bit chalky in the finish, it's a relatively light style that is pleasant and pretty once it has opened up.",Les Chaliots,37,87,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Michel Gros 1999 Les Chaliots  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-1999-chaliots-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,1999,Michel Gros
,Red,France,"The nose is dominated by the attractive scents of new French oak, with some hints of pipe tobacco and just a whiff of volatile acidity. It is tight and tannic, a bit ""lifted"" with the VA, and at this point not showing much fruit or complexity, given the price.",Les Charmes,65,87,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Daniel Rion 1999 Les Charmes  (Chambolle-Musigny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-rion-1999-charmes-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Daniel Rion
,Red,France,"Scents of graham cracker and malted milk chocolate tickle the nose, while the tart fruit slowly unwinds to reveal cherry and beetroot scents and flavors. Tannic and hard, without immediately showing much sweetness, it seems to put the emphasis on mineral and soil, root and leaf, but may evolve into a very interesting wine.",,38,89,Burgundy,Chambolle-Musigny,,Michel Gros 1999  Chambolle-Musigny,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-1999-pinot-noir-chambolle-musigny/,Pinot Noir,1999,Michel Gros
,Red,France,"This is a lovely, fragrant Burgundy, with a smoky/cherry scented nose leading into a rather tight, hard young wine. Hints of rosewater, graham cracker and tobacco are there, along with some green tannins. Medium body and texture; needs more time to show its best stuff.",Clos dea Argillieres,52,89,Burgundy,Nuits-St.-Georges,,Daniel Rion 1999 Clos dea Argillieres  (Nuits-St.-Georges),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-rion-1999-clos-dea-argillieres-pinot-noir-nuits-st-georges/,Pinot Noir,1999,Daniel Rion
,Red,France,"Another premier cru from Michel Gros, this one not as elegant and fruity as the Réas. Instead it goes for more ripeness, more tannic weight, and a lot more roasted scents from the barrels. Big, rawboned but undeniably appealing, it has a lot of rough-hewn flavor, dominated by toast, tannin and tobacco.",Aux Brulees,65,90,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Michel Gros 1999 Aux Brulees  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-gros-1999-aux-brulees-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,1999,Michel Gros
,Red,France,"Rion holds back on the new oak, letting the pure, supple fruit speak for itself. This is a muscular Vosne, young and firm, showing excellent focus and structure. Already the finish lingers beautifully, with layers of texture and tightly wrapped fruit. Should cellar well for a decade or more.",Les Beaux-Monts,52,92,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Daniel Rion 1999 Les Beaux-Monts  (Vosne-Romanée),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-rion-1999-beaux-monts-pinot-noir-vosne-romanee/,Pinot Noir,1999,Daniel Rion
13,Red,Chile,"There's not much point in making a reserve-style wine if the barrels are subpar. Aggressive menthol and sappy green-barrel aromas and flavors dominate this wine. There's good weight and texture, just not much in the way of vinous flavor.",Prima Reserva,13,80,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1999 Prima Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1999-prima-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1999,De Martino
13,Red,Chile,"Lavishly oaked, the fruit here struggles to make itself acknowledged, and when it does it is light plum-cranberry in aroma and flavor. Quite dry on the palate, the wine finishes tart with woody tannins.",Reserva,12,81,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 1999 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1999-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1999,Undurraga
13,Red,Chile,"Aromas of freshly cut lumber, complete with some hints of burning sawdust, are joined by caramel and cassis. Medium to full on the palate, where some sweet fruit and oak flavors make a decent impression. There's a hint of alcohol poking through on the finish, but little else.",Prima Reserva,13,81,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1998 Prima Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1998-prima-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,De Martino
13,Red,Chile,"A lot of Chilean Cabernets seem to have a distinct weediness to them; this is a perfect example of the style, boasting green hay and herb aromas over subdued—almost stewed—cassis fruit. Some tart acidity keeps things lively on the finish.",,10,81,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,De Martino
13.5,Red,Chile,"Very light berry and mint aromas open this austere, dry Cabernet. The fruit is dark, but needs more depth and profile to carry the woody presence here.",120,7,81,Rapel Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 120 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-120-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Santa Rita
13,White,Chile,"This medium weight Chardonnay offered aromas of overripe pineapple and citrus with an odd note somewhere between citrus and varnish. The apple and mild citrus flavors lack vitality, and turn overly tart on the finish.",Estate Bottled,10,81,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1999 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1999-estate-bottled-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,De Martino
13.5,Red,Chile,"Strawberry and wet hay aromas give way to a sweet berry-flavored attack, but the wine turns tart and almost shrill on the finish. A green, stemmy sensation lingers in the mouth, along with dark coffee flavors.",,10,82,Casablanca Valley,,,Veramonte 1999 Merlot (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veramonte-1999-merlot-casablanca-valley/,Merlot,1999,Veramonte
12.5,White,Chile,"An attractive bouquet of pear, orange-lime and floral notes opens this easy, round white. There's a hint of mint and plenty of citrus on the palate, but the fruit is touch too sweet low acid and the mouthfeel a bit fat. Lacks the spine we'd like to see in a top Riesling.",Doña Isidora,14,82,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 1999 Doña Isidora Riesling (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-1999-dona-isidora-riesling-maipo-valley/,Riesling,1999,Cousiño-Macul
13.5,White,Chile,"The pineapple and lemon aromas and flavors in this wine just seem to lack the spark to make them come alive. There's a medium texture on the palate but the subdued, uninspired quality extends to the mouthfeel as well. A reserve label deserves more substance.",Prima Reserva,13,82,Maipo Valley,,,De Martino 1999 Prima Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/de-martino-1999-prima-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,De Martino
13.5,Red,US,"Some raspberry fruit in the aroma, but things turn rapidly earthy and herbal, suggesting dried tomato, rhubarb and oregano. The flavors are simple and uninspiring. Soft, mild, rustic and thin are other words that come to mind.",,10,82,California,California Other,California,Camelot 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Camelot
13,White,Chile,"Wearing a heavy mantle of rather green, not-too-subtle oak, the fruit in this wine struggles to be noticed. Faintly apple, with earthy notes, it is fairly buried, and the wine lacks the life and dimension on the palate one seeks in a wine with reserve status.",Reserva,12,82,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 1998 Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1998-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Undurraga
12.5,Red,Chile,"A light and tart wine, with a bouquet of berry, tea and a touch of barnyard. On the palate, there's more cherry, tea and oak. The fundamental Pinot characteristics are here, but it turns drying and a bit sour on the finish.",,7,82,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2000 Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2000-pinot-noir-maipo-valley/,Pinot Noir,2000,Undurraga
13.5,Rose,Chile,"Strawberry and pink grapefruit aromas mingle enticingly on the nose. But on the palate it seems a bit syrupy and heavy, finishing with a touch of cola.",,8,82,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Rosé (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-rose-curico-valley/,Rosé,2000,Miguel Torres
,Red,US,"A bizarre style of wine. The aromas are Port-like—old Port—with a caramelized, candy-sugar note verging on pie crust. There's also a streak of clove. In the mouth, it's earthy and dense, with tomato flavors and a dash of sweetness from oak.",Lafond Vineyard,35,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 1997 Lafond Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-1997-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Lafond
12.2,Red,Chile,"It's nice to see an ever-increasing number of serviceable kosher wines like this one being made available to consumers from around the world. That said, this one isn't much more than adequate. There's a modest amount of cassis fruit dressed up with earthy chocolate and vaguely minty aromas, but it lacks depth. Still, it's better than the kosher stuff I remember from my friends' bar mitzvahs.",,8,82,Maule Valley,,,Alfasi 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alfasi-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Alfasi
12.5,Red,US,"A light, earthy wine, with violet, berry and tea flavors and a sharp, herbal note verging on grassiness or wet hay. It's very dry and the tannins are soft, but crisp acidity keeps it lively in the mouth.",Coastal,10,82,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1998 Coastal Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-coastal-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Callaway
12.5,Red,Chile,"With a vegetal note, some cocoa and berry on the nose and its simple, rather flat flavor profile, this Cabernet suffers from both vintage deficiencies and over-oaking. Dry and woody on the back end.",Reserva,12,82,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 1998 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1998-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Undurraga
13.5,Red,Chile,"Basic Cabernet Sauvignon, with all its goods up front. Opens with some nice cassis aromatics but there's just not much on the palate. The finish is short and there's a greenness to the fruit that reflects the tremendous difficulty of the 1998 vintage. Not up to previous efforts.",Medalla Real Special Reserve,15,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 1998 Medalla Real Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1998-medalla-real-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Santa Rita
12,Red,Chile,"This light to medium weight Cabernet has the right profile, but just doesn't seem to come alive. The nose shows blackberry and tobacco aromas and in the mouth there are dried black cherry and spice notes, but they never shine. A soflty dry, slightly woody finish closes the package.",,11,82,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Cousiño-Macul
,Rose,US,"From the folks who invented white Zinfandel, a freshly fruity, soft, slightly sweet wine with high enough acidity to keep it from palling. The color is pale pink, and the aromas recall red raspberries and peaches.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1999 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1999-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1999,Sutter Home
13.5,Red,Chile,"Offers varietally correct flavors of black currants and hints of tobacco, but where's the structure and depth? A simple, fruity red for early drinking that would make a decent picnic wine or bar pour.",Xplorador,8,83,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Xplorador Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-xplorador-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Concha y Toro
12,Red,Chile,"Juicy dark cherry and berry aromas with cedar and cola notes present a Pinot Noir like profile for this wine. It continues the disguise with its cherry and oak flavors, rather light mouthfeel and lack of density for a Cabernet based wine.",Antiguas Reservas,13,83,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 1997 Antiguas Reservas Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-1997-antiguas-reservas-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Cousiño-Macul
,White,US,"Here's a nice everyday drinking wine with some real richness from ripe Chardonnay grapes and a touch of toasty oak. It will satisfy that craving for apple and peach-flavored fruit. Dry and spicy, with the creamy texture of a good wine, but it won't break the bank.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Hawk Crest
12.8,Red,Chile,"Lots of cedar is evident on the nose and palate of this red blend. The berry and cassis aromas and flavors are a bit hard to discern and also bear a too-prominent minty, slightly herbaceousness. This medium weight wine closes with a dry tart woodiness that lacks mass appeal.",Finis Terrae,32,83,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 1997 Finis Terrae Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-1997-finis-terrae-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Cousiño-Macul
,Red,Chile,"Red-berry fruit with a heavy dose of herb and bell pepper marks this red blend. The mouthfeel is smooth, but the acidity is high and the wine finishes slightly tart, with a green note. Another victim of this tough year. (We'll look forward to the 1999.)",,20,83,Casablanca Valley,,,Primus 1998 Red (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primus-1998-red-casablanca-valley/,Red Blend,1998,Primus
13,Red,Chile,"This wine, like so many from the 1998 vintage in Chile, is very light in texture and displays little depth. The flavors are accurate for a claret—mild berry and a touch of earth—and there's even a decent finish. A light quaff; don't expect weight.",Claret,10,83,Maipo Valley,,,La Playa 1998 Claret Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-1998-claret-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1998,La Playa
12.8,White,Chile,"Orangey aromas wrapped in not very subtle oak open this light-to-medium weight wine. Simple and a bit one-dimensional, it offers light pear flavors and a dry finish. Acceptable as an easy quaff, but not the stuff worthy of reserve designation.",Reserve,14,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1999-reserve-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Santa Ema
13,White,Chile,"Everything is front-end in this Chardonnay. The nose has plenty of tropical fruit, and with some toasted oak in the background. Decent acidity supports the fruit and the smooth mouthfeel is pleasing, but the wine cuts off abruptly with a somewhat short, resinous close.",Selection,11,83,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1999 Selection Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1999-selection-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Château La Joya
10,Rose,US,"A coppery colored, off-dry-to-frankly-sweet wine that's simple, fruity and a little cloying. The dominant flavors are peaches and strawberries, with a very spicy finish, but the acidity seems a bit low. Still, at this price, millions of people will find a lot to like.",Reserve White,7,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 1998 Reserve White Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-1998-reserve-white-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Glen Ellen
9.5,Rose,US,"With a color akin to the soft pink of ripe peaches, this low-alcohol wine has aromas of peach, apricot, watermelon and vanilla. Drinks fruity and simple but clean and zesty, too, with adequate acidity. Off-dry, it gives the impression of some sweetness.",White,7,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1999 White Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1999-white-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1999,Montevina
,Red,Chile,"A run-of-the-mill Cabernet Sauvignon, it's all up front. There are nice cassis aromatics but little on the palate. The finish is short and vegetal.",Reserve,13,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Santa Rita
12.8,Red,Chile,A pleasant and cleanly made quaffing wine with plenty of berry and black-cherry fruit and a strong menthol streak running right through to the finish. A bit rough around the edges; might show better with a country-style dish of stewed chicken.,,9,83,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 1998 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1998-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1998,Santa Ema
15.6,Red,US,"A heavy wine, atypical of the appellation, which usually produces light-bodied and elegant Pinots. There's something earthy and thick about this one, almost rustic. The flavors are fruity but it lacks the delicacy an Anderson Valley Pinot Noir ought to have. And there's an unpleasant sting of acidity.",,16,83,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Edmeades 1998 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1998-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Edmeades
12.5,Red,Chile,"Attractive and correct berry, plum and cocoa aromas open to a plummy palate, with a round mouthfeel. The cocoa and toast finish has easy tannins. Has all the right elements, but in a rather simple expression, wanting intensity.",,7,83,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 2000 Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-2000-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,2000,Undurraga
,Red,Chile,"With 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, this is a deeply flavored, youthful wine, precocious and sharp with acidity, and fresh as newly crushed grapes. The dominant fruits are blackberries and plums, with a hint of bitter chocolate. The tannins are soft and creamy. It's a bit rough around the edges but is well made and gets the job done.",,8,83,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 1998 Merlot (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1998-merlot-central-valley/,Merlot,1998,Caliterra
13,Red,Chile,"With a bouquet of dark plum and toasty oak, with an earthy barnyardy note, this wine from this older Bordeaux grape still cultivated in Chile has medium weight and some plum and caramel flavors. In the end, the wood is a bit much for the fruit, and it is not dissimilar to some Barberas from Italy's Piedmont that wear an overweight of oak.",Reserva,12,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Undurraga 1998 Reserva Carmenère (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1998-reserva-carmenere-colchagua-valley/,Carmenère,1998,Undurraga
13.5,White,Chile,"Ripe pear-pineapple fruit is layered with vanilla and tinged with citrus. This is a plump, slightly heavy Chard best served cold at parties and picnics.",Xplorador,8,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Xplorador Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-xplorador-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Concha y Toro
14.1,White,US,"From a dependable producer and a fine vintage comes a problematic wine. The fruit is nicely ripe and suggestive of apples and peaches, and it's balanced and dry. Acidity is adequate. The only jarring note is a strongly toasted character, almost like charcoal, which you can both smell it and taste. Even the finish is marred by this burnt flavor.",Reserve,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Clos du Bois
13.5,White,Chile,"A light Chardonnnay showing  pineapple and pear aromas, and similar flavors that turn quite lemony on the palate. Turns  slightly tart on the finish, but the bright feel and the light flavors make it a good candidate for a bar pour or party wine.",120,7,84,Lontué Valley,,,Santa Rita 2000 120 Chardonnay (Lontué Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-2000-120-chardonnay-lontue-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Santa Rita
,White,Chile,"Tropical fruit flavors abound throughout in this balanced, straightforward wine. Simple yet attractive, it can be used as an apertif or for casual dining. Spicy shellfish dishes, especially coconut shrimp, would pair well with this.",Reserva,13,84,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 1999 Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1999-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Santa Rita
9,Rose,US,"A blast of clean, ripe citrus, peach and pear fruit greets you from this well-made, if simple, wine. There are vanilla and smoke elements from wood. It's a little soft, and a tad off-dry, but if you need a case of something white to quench the throats of party-goers who aren't real particular, this is the ticket.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Sutter Home
13,White,Chile,"Not unlike this producer's 1999 Chardonnay Selection, this Gran Reserva's delivery is all at the beginning. Apple and toasted oak start things off and are followed by crisp acidity and a smooth mouthfeel, However, the finish is short and the oak somewhat overbearing.",Gran Reserva,15,84,Colchagua Valley,,,Château La Joya 1998 Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-joya-1998-gran-reserva-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Château La Joya
,White,Chile,"Sometimes you just need a cheap, quaffable, crisp dry white wine to drink in copious amounts, and this one will do just fine, thank you. It's citrusy, spicy, and dry, and has enough acid to cleanse the palate.",,8,84,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Caliterra
,Rose,US,"White Merlot? Why not? It's actually a deep rose color, with fresh, exuberant aromas of raspberries and wildflowers. Drinks fruity and clean, with nice strawberry and raspberry flavors and just a tad of sugar. The finish is pretty.",Forest Fire,8,84,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1999 Forest Fire Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1999-fire-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Forest Glen
,Red,US,"A clean, well made wine displaying Cab Franc's herbaceous, earthy, and spicy-floral side.  Drinks on the lean side, with some spare, delicate berry fruit; it definitely needs food to bring out its best qualities.  Very dry.",,24,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Nelson 1997 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nelson-1997-cabernet-franc-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Nelson
14,Red,Chile,"With its nose offering toasty oak and leather notes, this shows a bit of depth. Light but full-flavored, as Pinot may be, the dark cherry and oak flavors are simple and rustic.",Reserva,12,84,Maipo Valley,,,Undurraga 1999 Reserva Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/undurraga-1999-reserva-pinot-noir-maipo-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Undurraga
13,Red,Chile,"Sweet caramel, a touch of mintiness, and some earth-tinged cassis grace the nose. That's followed up by simple fruit flavors and a corpulent mouthfeel held together by some light tannins on the finish.",,7,84,Maule Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Portal Del Alto
,Red,US,"Starts out with Cabernet-like aromas of black currants and an undercurrent of something leaner: unsweetened chocolate, anise, and smoky, oaky notes.  This wine accomplishes what many inexpensive Merlots don't: a rich, fruity smoothness.  Which makes it a good Merlot value, even though the score isn't very high.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Compass 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/compass-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Compass
,White,Chile,"A good everyday Chardonnay, this wine's apple and toasted oak notes are supported by brisk acidity and a smooth but lively mouthfeel. The finish is pleasing and displays a nice butterscotch note",Reserva,11,85,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1997 Reserva Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1997-reserva-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Carmen
11.5,White,Australia,"The tangy grapefruit, lemon and pear notes on the nose carry over nicely to the palate. Subtle underlying tropical fruit adds dimension, the mouthfeel has a creamy texture (from the Sémillon), and it finishes dry and clean.",,8,85,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Jacob's Creek 2000 Semillon-Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2000-white-blend-semillon-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Semillon-Chardonnay,2000,Jacob's Creek
13,White,Chile,"Bright grapefruit and gooseberry aromas flesh out admirably in the mouth, with tart apple and citrus flavors moving to the fore. Finishes clean and crisp—a perfect partner for shellfish or fresh chèvre.",Santa Digna,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Santa Digna Sauvignon Blanc (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-santa-digna-sauvignon-blanc-curico-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Miguel Torres
13.3,Red,US,"The nose seems lean and vaguely unripe. You get aromas of chocolate and green olives, and the most distant whiff of meat. Of course there's a great deal of oak, including American, which lends vanillin and smoky notes, but still an impression of leanness carries through in the mouth. It struggles to say the word “fruit.” It's also very tannic. That aside, it may soften and improve in time.",,20,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1998 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1998-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1998,Newlan
13.5,Red,Chile,"Richly fruity and soft, this wine boasts loads of black-cherry and plum flavors. Clearly made from very ripe fruit, it lacks the herbaceous-vegetal character so often found in Merlot, but also any sense of structure. Finishes with a bit of alcoholic heat.",Xplorador,8,85,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Xplorador Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-xplorador-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1999,Concha y Toro
,Red,US,"Cabernet Franc, used in Bordeaux blends and on its own in the Loire, is difficult to make into a complex wine in California. This bottling starts with aromas of black raspberry and spearmint, and drinks soft and fruity. It's a good wine, but on the simple side.",,32,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 1997 Cabernet Franc (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Clos La Chance
13.5,Red,US,"Aromas of sun-dried tomatoes, coffee, cinnamon, toast, blackberries and currants introduce a wine that drinks light and fruity. Some pretty flavors here, with lots of spice and soft tannins. Nothing to write home about, but nice enough for a dry red table wine.",,21,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.1,Red,Chile,"Loads of toasty oak, some mild cherry and plum mark this Bordeaux-style blend. The fruit is a bit lean, but the wine has appeal and is reminiscent of classic Rioja in weight and balance—not dense or extracted and maybe a touch woody, but still likeable.",Maxima Claret,21,85,Maipo Valley,,,La Playa 1994 Maxima Claret Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/playa-1994-maxima-claret-red-maipo-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1994,La Playa
12.5,Red,Chile,"This is a well-made wine, correct in all respects but decidely light for a Cabernet Sauvignon, perhaps a reflection of the difficult 1998 (La Niña) vintage. However, its attractive flavor package and appraochable structure make for easy drinking with tonight's pasta or pizza.",Reserva,12,85,Maipo Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 1998 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-1998-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Portal Del Alto
13.5,Red,Chile,"Opening with a bouquet of red berries complemented by an earthy element, this Merlot offers more fruit on the palate, together with a spicy note. A medium-weight wine with decent acidity, it finishes dry, with more berry and earth notes.",,8,85,Rapel Valley,,,La Palma 1999 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palma-1999-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1999,La Palma
12,Red,Chile,"There's very juicy, jammy red berry fruit here and the round, even soft palate may lack a bit of structure, but this is a flavorful, very approachable wine. Slight tobacco and cocoa notes add interest and keep it from being just fruity. Cabernet flavors in a Beaujolais-weight package.",Los Vascos,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 1999 Los Vascos Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-1999-los-vascos-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,Red,Chile,"Young and grapy, with plenty of heavily toasted oak, this is one Chilean red that could use a year or so to settle down. Right now the fruit is just too unformed and the charred oak too unintegrated, but the solid raw materials should knit together nicely in a relatively short time.",,9,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Dallas Conté 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Dallas Conté
,White,Chile,"At this price, you can expect an honest, workmanlike everyday wine, and you get that here—along with other qualities that will surprise you. Not least is the fruit, nicely ripened and finely etched, and the spices that dance on the tongue. It's dry, of course, with fine acidity. What stands out is the depth of flavor.",,8,86,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 1999 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1999-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Caliterra
13.5,White,Chile,"A light and crisp Chardonnay that leans more to the style of Mâcon than Monterey. Mild apple, peach, tropical fruit and citrus notes on the nose open to a dry, slightly reserved palate with orange and spice elements. Bright acidity keeps it lively and it finishes dry with a classy, slightly chalky note.",Los Vascos,11,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 2000 Los Vascos Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-2000-los-vascos-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
12.5,White,US,"With this wine, Callaway takes a step away from its longtime Temecula appellation and toward the increasingly well-regarded Coastal designation. The wine is a little oakier than Callaway's previous bottlings and the fruit is lean, tending toward grapefruit and green apple. It's crisp and ultraclean, and a good value.",Coastal,10,86,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1999 Coastal Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1999-coastal-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Callaway
12.8,Red,Chile,"Boasts a reasonably complex bouquet of chocolate, cedar and weedy cassis, followed by a mellow, soft palate impression. The fruit is sweet and direct, just the kind of thing that would hit the spot with an impromptu meal of steak frites. No, there's not a lot of structure, but why age a wine that's so clearly made for immediate gratification?",Estate Bottled,9,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 1998 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1998-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Santa Ema
,White,Chile,"Slightly fat, figgy aromas, with notes of thyme and mint, give way to a round palate and flavors of citrus and fig. The mouthfeel has just a touch of youthful fizz, and the finish is long and nutty, with a reprise of herbs.",,9,86,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 2000 Sauvignon Blanc (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-2000-sauvignon-blanc-rapel-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,2000,Lapostolle
,Red,US,"A little earthy, with plummy aromas accompanied by sun-dried tomato, rhubarb and hard spice notes. The flavors are along the same lines, with cherry tomato, coffee and spices. It's very dry, and finishes with a slightly dusty, tannic bite.",,28,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1998 Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Talley
,White,US,"If you didn't know the price and had to guess, you'd probably figure this wine would cost about $18. It's enormously ripe and fruity, with bright peach, tropical fruits and spices and quite a bit of oak. The technical notes say it was partially barrel-fermented. A wine of enormous charm and a great value in Chardonnay.",,10,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dreyer Sonoma 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreyer-sonoma-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Dreyer Sonoma
14,Red,Chile,"This is a very distinctive, even eccentric, Cab that must reflect its single-vineyard terroir.  The usual black-currant and blackberry notes are there, but the aroma is sharply dominated by an herbal streak, somewhat stalky or green, as if some of the grapes didn't ripen.  Tastes a little sharp.  Purists might want to age it for 3-5 years to see if it softens up.",Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve,30,86,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1998 Don Maximiano Founder's Reserve Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1998-don-maximiano-founders-reserve-red-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Blend,1998,Errazuriz
12.5,Red,Chile,"Ripe berries, black cherries, earth, chocolate and herbs all mark this nose of this solid Merlot. Fairly full on the palate, it has a supple feel and plum and berry flavors. The finish is reserved, maybe even a bit austere, with dry, semisweet chocolate notes on the tart plum fruit.",Reserva,15,86,Maipo Valley,,,Cousiño-Macul 1998 Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cousino-macul-1998-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1998,Cousiño-Macul
13,Red,Chile,"This evenly balanced Cabernet has a Bordeaux-like profile, with berry and cassis flavors, nicely integrated oak, and a mild herbal, bell pepper note. Shows good fruit for a 1998 wine and some attractive tobacco and earth shadings. Medium weight, it finishes nicely with moderate tannins and some spice-pepper notes. Drinks well now and may improve over two or three years.",Los Vascos Reserve,18,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 1998 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-1998-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,White,Chile,"A great price for a wine this rich and spicy. It's busting with ripe tropical fruit, peach, tangerine and pear notes, and spices, too. And it's dry, with just a hint of residual sugar to make the fruit round and forward. Turns really pretty on the polished, spicy finish.",La Escultura Estate,10,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 La Escultura Estate Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-escultura-estate-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Errazuriz
12.5,White,Australia,"This defines mainstream, affordable Chardonnay via its soft apple, pear and pineapple bouquet, pleasing mouthfeel and nice, lightly sweet blend of fruit, butter and spice elements on the palate and finish. Best Buy.",,10,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Jacob's Creek 2000 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-2000-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Jacob's Creek
,Red,Chile,"What deep, supple flavors on this soft, delicious wine. The grapes obviously had no trouble ripening, and offer waves of blackberries, plums and black currants, not to mention spices like fennel and pepper. Very dry and fancy, this wine could sit on the best tables and not hang its head. Best Buy.",,8,87,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Caliterra
13,White,Chile,"Alejandro Hernandez, professor of viticulture and oenology at Chile's Catholic University, produced this attractive bottle of Chardonnay to drink tonight. Aromas of toasted oak, apple and pineapple open. The viscous mouthfeel is supported by crisp acidity. Offers a long apple-pineapple finish with a butterscotch finale.",Reserva,12,87,Central Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 1999 Reserva Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-1999-reserva-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Portal Del Alto
13.5,Red,US,"Enough berry and plum richness and smoky oak to satisfy fussy drinkers, yet dry and compact, with a nice shine of acidity. Not too complex or subtle, but there's plenty to like about it. Should be easy to find with more than 30,000 cases produced.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1998 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1998,Kenwood
13.5,Red,Chile,"Concha y Toro is making an effort to upgrade its entire lineup. This offering boasts copious weedy, chocolaty, black-currant aromas, followed by a soft, lush mouthfeel. It could use a bit more backbone, but this is a generously fruity wine ideal for early consumption.",Terrunyo,29,87,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1997 Terrunyo Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1997-terrunyo-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Concha y Toro
13.5,White,Chile,"This individualistic Chardonnay has a lot to offer. The nose is ripe, with floral, honey and even petrol notes and opens to a palate of tangerine and lychee nut-like flavors.  The mouthfeel is round and smooth; the sweet and sour finish, dry and spicy. Reminiscent of some Alsatian whites and worthy of notice for its flavorful uniqueness.",,7,87,Maule Valley,,,Portal Del Alto 2000 Chardonnay (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/portal-alto-2000-chardonnay-maule-valley/,Chardonnay,2000,Portal Del Alto
,Dessert,Italy,"This unique red sparkler from Piedmont offers cherry and earth aromas before turning lighter on the palate, with slightly sweet strawberry flavors and a soft mousse.  Aunique wine, the finish has nice length and appealingly full fruit flavors that have appeal even to serious wine drinkers.",,23,87,Piedmont,Brachetto d'Acqui,,Banfi 1999  Brachetto d'Acqui,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banfi-1999-sangiovese-brachetto-dacqui/,Sangiovese,1999,Banfi
13.5,Red,US,"Still dependable despite changes in ownership, this winery again delivers an elegant, well-made wine. With this vintage, it veers more toward herbaceous notes than fruity ones. The dominant flavors are of green olives and sweet bell pepper. Don't think, however, that it's lean. Oak provides fatness, and the right foods, like grilled red meat, will coax out the berry sweetness.",,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,William Hill Estate
,White,Chile,"A refreshing wine, with nicely ripened fruit and exceptional balance, that's pleasant in every way and a super value, too.  The fruit goes beyond citrus into more deeply flavored apricot and pear, and modest sur lie aging adds creamy, buttery notes.  This is a lovely wine and one of the best values of the year in Sauvignon/Fume Blanc.",La Escultura,10,87,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 La Escultura Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-escultura-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Errazuriz
,Red,Chile,"Hooray for the fruit on this beauty!  Gobs of freshly crushed blackberries, blueberries, plums, espresso, black currants and vanilla are charming, and the flavors are every bit as lush.  Technically, it's bone dry, but it's one of those wines that tastes fruity sweet.  It has elegance and style that belie the value price. Plus, the tannins are soft as velvet",El Decanso Estate,10,87,Curicó Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 El Decanso Estate Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-el-decanso-estate-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,1999,Errazuriz
12,White,Italy,"This 100% Cortese wine has a slight fizz and an almost imperceptibly faint touch of sweetness. Hay and herb aromas open to grapy flavors accented by smoky notes. A crisp mouthfeel and classic Gavi almond, lime and smoke notes close this pleaser.",,18,87,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Gavia 1999  Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-gavia-1999-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,1999,Principessa Gavia
12.8,Red,Chile,"Sure, cedar and chocolate are the dominant aromas and flavors, but there's enough blueberry fruit to stand up to the oak rather nicely. It doesn't hurt that the oak is high-quality stuff either, as the elements blend together in a harmonious whole. A little oaky, but shows a degree of finesse not often found in Chilean wines at this level.",Reserve,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ema 1998 Reserve Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ema-1998-reserve-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1998,Santa Ema
13,White,US,"Here's a nice, refreshing wine very close in profile to Chardonnay, with its ripe peach aromas and flavors and generous dose of oak. It has a strong streak of tangerine and vanilla that makes it especially pretty. Finishes a bit sweet.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ventana 1999 Pinot Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1999-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Ventana
14.1,Red,US,"Opens with blackberries and spices; fruity, forward and polished. Dry, with good tannins and balance, but just can't break through a certain ceiling.",Epoch II Millenium Cuvée,60,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Epoch II Millenium Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-epoch-ii-millenium-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,Red,Chile,"This solid offering hits all the right notes with a cassis and tobacco nose that shows nice depth, a mouthful of blackberry flavors and an attractively smooth, supple mouthfeel. Finishes with a hint of tobacco and easy tannins. Altogether quite impressive, especaially for a wine from such a difficult vintage.",Reserve,17,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Carmen
13.9,White,US,"This is the workhorse release from an always dependable producer, and it's excellent. Not enormously complex or layered, but very ripe; it offers up-front peach flavors veering into tropical fruit, with a solid dose of smoky oak that adds nuance. Vibrant and alive, with high acidity that endows it with marvelous structure.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1999 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1999-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Babcock
13.2,Red,Australia,"Deep cassis aromas, a touch of licorice, and menthol notes on the nose open to a palate of black-currant and cocoa flavors in this well-balanced, medium-weight wine. Nicely structured, it finishes with good length and moderate tannins; can be cellared a few years. Best Buy.",,11,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-barossa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Jacob's Creek
,Red,Chile,"Toasty oak, oodles of sweet fruit, and supple tannins are hallmarks of superconsultant Michel Rolland, and he has managed to bring them to the masses in this gently constructed Merlot. Bing cherries and toast, with mocha and herb shadings, are brought together with a deft touch.",,14,88,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 1999 Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1999-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1999,Lapostolle
14,Red,Chile,"This well-oaked offering has classic Cabernet aromas and flavors, with blackberry and cassis melding nicely with the heavy toast. The mouthfeel is full, even and plush, and the dark cherry and densely oaked finish is smooth and pleasing.",Gold Reserve,65,88,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1997 Gold Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1997-gold-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Carmen
,Red,US,"Here's a wine with great bones: nicely structured with firm tannins and good supportive acidity. It's not light and flabby, but it is very drinkable. Flavors? Think of cola laced with black-cherry juice with a dash of Worcestershire. It's very dry, and the long finish turns spicy.",Lavender Hill Vineyard,33,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1999 Lavender Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1999-lavender-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Flora Springs
,White,US,"Ripe, tropical fruit aromas mark this spicy, well-made wine. The aromas veer toward breadfruit, mango and even banana, with Oriental spice notes of ginger and cinnamon. Drinks rich and powerful, with up-front fruit, and finishes long and spicy.",Oliver's Vineyard,20,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 1999 Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1999-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Talley
13,White,Chile,"Partial barrel-fermentation shows in this wine's hints of vanilla and cream, which marry smoothly with grapefruit and melon fruit. The grapefruit shades toward pink, particularly on the pleasantly crisp finish.",Terrunyo,29,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1999 Terrunyo Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1999-terrunyo-sauvignon-blanc-casablanca-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Concha y Toro
12.5,White,Italy,"Pinot Grigio is more commonly associated with northern Italian regions, but Banfi's Tuscan entry is a solid and fairly full-bodied contender. Lime and herb notes underlay the melon and pineapple fruit, and the mouthfeel is supple, almost rich-unusual for this varietal. The wine finishes positively, with herb and subdued tropical fruit notes. Best Buy.",San Angelo,13,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 1999 San Angelo Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1999-san-angelo-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Castello Banfi
13.5,White,Chile,"A 75-25 blend that showcases the exotic lychee and pear aromas of Gewürz, while the Riesling asserts itself on the finish in a rush of bracing lime-like acidity. A unique blend that offers plenty of food-pairing versatility.",Don Miguel,11,88,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 2000 Don Miguel Gewürztraminer-Riesling (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-2000-don-white-blend-gewurztraminer-riesling-curico-valley/,Gewürztraminer-Riesling,2000,Miguel Torres
13,Red,Chile,"Leafy cassis and cocoa aromas and flavors carry hints of almond paste, saddle leather and ground cinnamon. The mouthfeel is full and plush, with ripe tannins that coat the mouth and let you know that this wine is about more than up-front fruit. Drink now or anytime over the next five years.",Santa Digna,12,88,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 1999 Santa Digna Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-1999-santa-digna-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Miguel Torres
13,White,US,"Here's a Pinot Blanc that's not a Chardonnay lookalike, with its melange of wildflower and tropical fruit aromas. There's something almost Rhône-like in the opulence of its flavors, with chocolate, honey, brown-crushed spice and nectarines in a crisp wine with a long finish. It misses a few points because of a certain lack of complexity, but flavor freaks won't be disappointed by this jolting wine.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1999 Pinot Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1999-pinot-blanc-sonoma-county/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Valley of the Moon
,Red,US,"Ripe, muscular wine, with a full throttle nose rich with jammy black fruits. Firm structure, smooth tannins, and a chocolaty finish make this an appealing, consumer-friendly style.",Reserve,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonehedge 1997 Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehedge-1997-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Stonehedge
13,White,Australia,"This strongly-oaked wine has apple, lemon and toast aromas that open to a similar palate displaying pear elements and a buttery feel. Full on the nose and palate, this wine, 100% barrel fermented in French oak, finishes long with spicy notes.",Reserve,16,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Jacob's Creek 1999 Reserve Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1999-reserve-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Jacob's Creek
13.5,Red,Chile,"Bacon and lavender are prominent on the meaty, slightly muddled nose, which unfolds gracefully if given lots and lots of time. Blackberry and some tannins up front, a fairly nice and buttery middle, and finally cola accents on the grapy, heavy, long finish. For years this was C&T's top effort, before Almaviva.",Private Reserve Don Melchor,40,88,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1997 Private Reserve Don Melchor Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1997-private-reserve-don-melchor-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Concha y Toro
13,Red,Italy,"Very supple on the palate, this Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot blend has dense black cherry aromas and flavors framed by dill oak.  Earth notes add a touch of complexity and the finish is full, with tobacco-earth accents.  Attractive and easy-to-like as it is, but the wine seems to have the potential for more nuance and dimension than it presently shows.",Excelsus,73,89,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 1997 Excelsus Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1997-excelsus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Castello Banfi
13.9,Red,US,"Made largely of Cabernet Franc, this wine has all the elements of first-rate Meritage: ripe blackberry and blueberry fruit, accompanied by a blast of smoky oak. It tastes good, too, with pure, sweet, supple berry flavors; yet, it's very dry, with ample acidity. It lacks the focus of North Coast claret-style wines, but is certainly among the best of the genre from the South Coast.",Fathom,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1998 Fathom Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1998-fathom-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Babcock
13,Red,US,"You don't get sun-ripened Merlot from Monterey the way you do from warmer inland valleys, but this charming wine might surprise you. Yes, it's on the earthy side, with hints of sweeter black cherries and some smoky oak, but it's so well balanced, that it's really delightful. It's also very dry, with manageable tannins.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Ventana 1998 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1998-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1998,Ventana
12.5,Red,Italy,"This is a large-scaled rosso, and oak is used here lavishly but gracefully.  Aromas of game, leather, and dill open to dark plum and licorice flavors and a dense feel on the palate.  Moderate tannins show up on the long finish, accompnaied by lots of toasty oak and licorice notes.",,22,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 1998  Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1998-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello Banfi
14,Red,Chile,"Merlot from Chile is coming up fast and this shows why. The aroma and flavor package is on target with plums, coffee and chocolate predominating. The bell pepper note on the nose is not overbearing. The superb balance and long finish wrap it up nicely.",Reserve,15,89,Rapel Valley,,,Carmen 1998 Reserve Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1998-reserve-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1998,Carmen
13.5,White,US,"This ripe, lovely wine shows classic Russian River Valley aromas of ripe, sweet, green apples. The winemaking adds smoky, vanilla-scented oak, a creamy, leesy smoothness and a rich softness that owes to malolactic fermentation. What strikes you, though, is the balance. All the parts come together in this super-enjoyable wine. At this price, it's a great value.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Kenwood
,Red,US,"Spicy black fruit, with bell pepper, black pepper and toast adding complexity. Partial whole-berry fermentation brings an element of spicy, forward fruitiness to the wine. Lively mouthfeel, with some heat and lift to the finish. If there were more depth and punch to the fruit, this would warrant an even higher rating.",Chiles Mill Vineyard,22,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Green & Red 1998 Chiles Mill Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/green-red-1998-chiles-mill-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Green & Red
,White,US,"Strong , complex aromas, with notes of tropical fruit and coconut. In the mouth, it's oaky and spicy, with penetrating, bright, effusive flavors that you might go so far as to call racy. The alcohol content is high and it drinks a little soft, but this is a very seductive wine. A crowd-pleaser, for sure.",Ruxton Vineyard,27,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1998 Ruxton Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1998-ruxton-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Fritz
,White,Chile,"Mild tropical fruit and citrus aromas draw you right in. Medium weight, with bright acidity that keeps the flavors lively, the wine displays pineapple and spice on the palate and finish and has an appealing chalky, leesy feel.",,10,89,Colchagua Valley,,,Dallas Conté 1998 Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-1998-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Dallas Conté
20.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A powerful, solid wine, packed with luscious fruit. The perfumes and the ripeness of the fruit are currently covered with a firm tannin layer, but this should develop well as a medium-term wine.",Quinta de Vargellas,42,90,Portugal,,,Taylor Fladgate 1998 Quinta de Vargellas Port (Portugal),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taylor-fladgate-1998-quinta-vargellas-port-blend-port/,Port,1998,Taylor Fladgate
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"This wine has the dark fruit typical of this quinta, but this year shows more elegance than usual, with dusty tannins and concentrated, sweet fruit.",,50,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Vesuvio 1998 Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-vesuvio-1998-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1998,Quinta do Vesuvio
,White,Chile,"This is what vineyard selection and winemaker intervention can do to enrich a wine.  Everything here is on steroids.  The fruit is deep and rich, the oak is smoky and spicy and the finish long and deep.  Pretty fancy stuff that might even improve with a few years in the cellar.",Wild Ferment La Escultura Estate,22,90,Casablanca Valley,,,Errazuriz 1999 Wild Ferment La Escultura Estate Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1999-wild-ferment-escultura-estate-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Errazuriz
,White,US,"This Chard has always been dependably rich, and here's another tasty offering, with powerful scents of tropical fruits and Oriental spices, and leesy-smoky notes of butter and vanilla. You'll especially enjoy the creamy texture, accented with peach, pineapple and spicy-buttery flavors. The finish is long and rich, too.",Byron Vineyard,32,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1997 Byron Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1997-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Byron
,White,Chile,"Rich and complex from the start, the nose and palate of this wine feature a fruit melange of mango, melon, banana wrapped in nicely integrated oak. For some, the acid may be a touch high but this keeps the wine bright and crisp, and sustains this fairly full, barrel-fermented wine's long finish.",Reserva de la Familia,15,90,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 1998 Reserva de la Familia Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-1998-reserva-familia-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Santa Carolina
13.5,White,Chile,"Makes a strong statement for the potential of Chardonnay in Chile, with powerful toast and hazelnut aromas playing opposite fruit comprised of peaches and Granny Smith apples. It's barrel-fermented and aged, but stayed only a relatively short time in wood, so you can still taste the fruit and all of the nutty, leesy complexities. Editors' Choice.",Maquehua,19,90,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 1999 Maquehua Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-1999-maquehua-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Miguel Torres
13.5,Red,US,"Always a bit herbaceous, this year the underlying leanness shows in rather green fruit, veering into bell pepper, dill, mint and oregano. All the oak in France and America can't really make the fruit any riper. But the oak does add smoky, creamy, vanilla notes and sweetness, too. There is some pretty fruit—notably blackberry—in the finish, but still, this is a wine of structure. It's fantastically well made, a classy quaff, and it will pair well with rich red meats, especially beef.",Meritage,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Meritage Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-meritage-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"The workhorse wine from this Pinot master is pretty darned good, especially considering the price. Lovely, deep aromas of black cherry, tobacco, coffee and nutmeg, with a waft of vanilla-tinged oak introduce a wine that is ripe and sweet in the mouth. The vintage was a good one, and the fruit is really succulent. It's not a keeper, however, and it won't improve in the cellar, but it's so good there's no reason not to drink it all up now.",,15,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 1999 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1999-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Schug
13,White,Australia,"Nutty, toasty and tropical-fruit elements are nicely balanced in this wine's appealing bouquet. Subdued tropical-fruit flavors, mineral notes and a buttery, elegant mouthfeel with good acidity follow. The lengthy finish shows lingering, complex fruit flavors.",Limited Release,38,90,South Australia,Padthaway,,Jacob's Creek 1997 Limited Release Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1997-limited-release-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,1997,Jacob's Creek
,White,US,"Deep, layered aromas of smoky honey, lees and the ripest peaches. In the mouth, it's satisfyingly complex: dry, with a huge blast of fruit, honey, spice and a creamy texture. The finish lasts a long time.",,22,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1998 Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Talley
13.5,Red,Chile,"A blend of old-vine Cariñena (60%), Syrah (25%) and Merlot (15%). The color is impressively dark and so is the fruit—mainly plums and blackberries. Toast and dried spices from new oak give an additional impression of opulence. But even more impressive is the balance. This is no low-acid, fruit-and-oak wonder; the natural acidity of the Carignane shines through, giving lift and definition to the flavors. Easy to drink now, but should easily hold a few years.",Cordillera,26,91,Curicó Valley,,,Miguel Torres 1999 Cordillera Red (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miguel-torres-1999-cordillera-red-curico-valley/,Red Blend,1999,Miguel Torres
,White,US,"Starts off with rich, fragrant aromas of ripe peaches, mangos and flowers, with vanilla and buttery-oaky notes. There's lots of buttercream in the mouth, along with ripe, forward tropical fruit and spice flavors and a high acidity level that creates a searing, mouthwatering quality. Good stuff.",,25,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Etude 1998 Pinot Blanc (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/etude-1998-pinot-blanc-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Etude
13.5,Red,US,"One of the first ‘99 Pinots to come out, this puppy from the Napa side of the American Viticultural Area is young and promising. It shows classic notes of plum, sautéed mushroom, vanilla and smoke, and something earthy, midway between chocolate and leather. The aroma is deep; you can inhale it and feel it in your head. Also heady are the flavors, which are sumptuous, rich and complex, with plenty of fruit and spice, very dry and velvety. This workhorse release is quite good, and a fabulous omen of future ‘99 North Coast Pinots to come.",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Acacia 1999 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1999-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1999,Acacia
,White,US,"Very much in the vein of a super-oaked, ripe Chardonnay, bursting with peach and tropical aromas and flavors, but with a distinctly nutty, minerally, almost steely note and an electric jolt of acidity. Judging from the very long, sweet finish, it's got quite a life ahead of it.",,24,91,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 1999 Pinot Blanc (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-1999-pinot-blanc-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Blanc,1999,Chalone Vineyard
13.5,Red,Chile,"A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Grande Vidure, 20% Petite Syrah and 10% Merlot, it is as if you can clearly account for each varietal's contribution. Ripe cassis, cherry, plum, and spice flavors are buttressed by well-integrated oak.  Beautifully balanced, it has good acidity and mature tannins, and closes with a long, satisfying finish. Great wine for tonight's grilled T-bone, and worthy of mid-term cellaring .",Winemaker's Reserve,40,91,Maipo Valley,,,Carmen 1997 Winemaker's Reserve Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1997-winemakers-reserve-red-maipo-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Carmen
13.8,Red,Australia,"The blackberry, vanilla and toasty oak elements are nicely balanced on the nose and in the mouth. Deep fruit shines, and the supple mouthfeel is very appealing. Finishes long, with a compelling back-end bouquet that completes the package in fine style.",Reserve,18,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Reserve Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Jacob's Creek
,White,US,"A very distinctive Chard—full of character and even eccentricity. There are strong, up-front aromas of tangerines, vanilla, butterscotch, smoke, ripe peaches and caramel. It's especially notable for the thick, creamy texture and a penetrating, spicy clove note that follows through on the long, rich finish. A complex, serious wine.",Shop Block Vineyard Dutton Ranch,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1998 Shop Block Vineyard Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1998-shop-block-vineyard-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Fritz
13,Red,Italy,"This very internationally-styled blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah displays dense fruit, brisk acidity and the lavish use of oak.  Extremely dark aromas and flavors predominate, with firm black plum, tobacco and earth elements.  The long and even finish of this weighty offering shows tart blackberry flavors and full tannins.",Summus,63,91,Tuscany,Sant'Antimo,,Castello Banfi 1997 Summus Sangiovese (Sant'Antimo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1997-summus-sangiovese-santantimo/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello Banfi
13.5,Red,Chile,"From Robert Mondavi and Eduardo Chadwick, a Chilean producer (Errázuriz), this wine is a blend of 84% Cabernet Sauvignon and 16% Carmenère. The color is inky dark, and it smells young and intense, almost fiery—there's a suggestion of charcoal and embers. Massive fruit explodes in the mouth, but it's not a fruit bomb; it's much too sophisticated for that. Oak is fancy but not pronounced. Its aging timeline should be similar to that of a great Bordeaux.",,60,92,Aconcagua Valley,,,Seña 1997 Red (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sena-1997-red-aconcagua-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Seña
13.5,Red,US,"Dark, oaky, and fine in every respect. Sonoma Valley, often underrated as Merlot country, lends the fruit a very deep and satisfying blackberry component, which is highlighted, in this case, by toasty oak. The tannins are soft and finely etched. Gorgeous stuff, quite lovely now, but the solid core of fruit indicates mid-term aging potential.",Massara Vineyard,25,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Massara Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-massara-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1997,Kenwood
13,Red,Italy,"Dense aromatics with black plum, game, leather, menthol, oak and anise notes open this full-throttle red.  The plate shows impressive depth of flavor with tart plum and bitter chocolate notes, as well as fine fruit to acid balance.  The long, dry, even finish wraps it up beautifully with black fruit and bitter chocolate notes.",,54,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 1995  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1995-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello Banfi
,Red,US,"Cherry-berry fruit, spice, a velvety texture and a long finish make for a lovely wine, soft and limpid, but with underlying power. The tannins are as light as air, but somehow substantial anyway. The framework is exceptional. You'll be smacking your lips over this beauty.",,18,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1998 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1998-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Schug
12.5,Red,US,"Somehow, this fine winery gets left off a lot of “best of” lists, which makes it a great value, especially from a super vintage like ‘97. This is serious Napa Cabernet, filled with fancy black currant, cassis and mocha, and complex with toasty oak. It's very dry and elegant, one of those wines that fills the palate with the most sumptuous flavors and textures. It's so focused, it's delicious now, but there's no doubt it will age and improve for a long time.",,25,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonegate 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Stonegate
,Red,Australia,"Jacob's Creek's top-end red is complex, dense and supple. A seductive bouquet of cassis, Asian spice, leather, cocoa and smoke pulls you in and the palate delivers with a thick, velvety feel and concentrated black fruit. Dry, but ripe and even tannins on the long finish portend a good future for this already attractive wine. Cellar Selection.",Limited Release,50,92,South Australia,South Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Limited Release Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-limited-release-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Jacob's Creek
13.5,Red,Chile,"A dense bouquet of dark cherries, plum, earth, meat and subtle tobacco pulls you in. It is big in the mouth, yet never brutish, with lovely depth of fruit flavor, earthy accents and great texture. The fine, long finish has even, dry tannins. Seductively accessible, this world class wine will age well for 6–12 years or longer.",,87,93,Puente Alto,,,Almaviva 1998 Red (Puente Alto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/almaviva-1998-red-puente-alto/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Almaviva
,Dessert,US,"Ripe hay, vanilla, and apricot mark the nose; deep orange flavors with cinnamon spice notes and a very smooth mouthfeel are the already promising attributes of this infant. All the right elements are there, and in good balance. Best cellared for three to five years.",,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dolce 1998 White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dolce-1998-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,1998,Dolce
,Red,US,"Specially selected lots account for this top-of-the-line bottling. It's really very good. The fruit tends toward raspberries and cherries, and it's smooth as silk in the mouth. The nutmeg, ginger, cinnamon and peppery notes last for a long time on the finish. The difference between this and the typical Carneros bottling is intensity; the fruit is more focused. It's the difference, say, between a flashlight and a laser.",Heritage Reserve,30,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1998 Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1998-heritage-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Schug
13.4,Red,US,"This wine is still young and precocious, but don't judge it too quickly. Let it air in your glass, and watch how it changes. One minute it's all cherries and smoke; the next it heaves up a great draught of currants, cocoa and cedar. It's a big wine but deceptive; the tannins are airy and lilting, there's charm and underneath, enormous complexity. It's best left alone for a few more years, but it's really very lovely now.",Private Reserve,100,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1996 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1996-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Beringer
12.5,Red,France,"Picture grandma standing over a pot of stewed prunes, which fill the dusty old house with their sickly aromas. Cooked, earthy and rustic, this wine has little going for it. Just barely acceptable.",,11,80,Languedoc-Roussillon,Fitou,,Mont Tauch 1998 Red (Fitou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-tauch-1998-red-fitou/,Red Blend,1998,Mont Tauch
12,White,France,A white this age should be fresh and crisp; this one is a bit dull and shows only faint bitter lemon flavors on the finish to go with tired apple aromas.,,8,80,Southwest France,Bergerac,,Seigneurs de Bergerac 1999 White (Bergerac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seigneurs-bergerac-1999-white-bergerac/,White Blend,1999,Seigneurs de Bergerac
15.3,Red,US,"Full blueberry and blackberry aromas can't overcome the off-putting, solvent-like elements on the nose here. Lots of alcohol, spice-cake and dark berry flavors, but not much finesse or texture mark this disappointing old-vine offering from this generally solid Zinfandel producer.",Grandmére,25,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1997 Grandmére Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1997-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Renwood
11.4,Dessert,US,"The more I taste Vidal, the more I find it an acquired taste—a taste I've yet to acquire. This one has intense aromas of canned creamed corn, with a few other vegetal hints thrown in for good measure. Yes, it's sweet, with balancing acidity and a rich, lush mouthfeel, but the flavors—well, let's just say they're unique.",Ice Wine,18,81,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Wagner 1998 Ice Wine Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wagner-1998-ice-wine-other-white-vidal-blanc-finger-lakes/,Vidal Blanc,1998,Wagner
12,Red,France,"The nose features some plum and faint cedar aromas, but not a lot of intensity; the light black-cherry and cedar flavors incorporate some earthy nuances on the finish. Light and correct, but where's the beef?",,9,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Michel Lynch 1998  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-lynch-1998-merlot-bordeaux/,Merlot,1998,Michel Lynch
12,White,France,"A famous old brand that seems to be living off past glory, this year's edition is quite neutral in aroma and flavor; you have to work to pick out some mild herb and citrus, but it does show a nice spicy, green-peppercorn character on the finish.",Mouton Cadet,11,81,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1999 Mouton Cadet  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1999-mouton-cadet-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,1999,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
,Red,US,"Plummy, ripe, beginning to oxidize. Ready to drink right now, it's got a leafy, tomato flavor to it. Unusual.",Gold Leaf Cuvee,18,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Meeker 1997 Gold Leaf Cuvee Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meeker-1997-gold-leaf-cuvee-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Meeker
,Red,US,"Simple fruit and a sweet, almost candied flavor. This wine seems unbalanced. There's an odd hole in the middle, and very little weight or tannin in the finish. It's all forward, sweet fruit, more like candy than berries.",French Camp,12,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Buffalo Ridge 1998 French Camp Zinfandel (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buffalo-ridge-1998-french-camp-zinfandel-central-coast/,Zinfandel,1998,Buffalo Ridge
12,White,France,"This one comes from the Mouton branch of the Rothschilds. Showing its age a bit already, with mature apple and wood varnish aromas that perk up a bit on the palate, where they pick up some attractive lemon nuances.",,14,82,Bordeaux,Graves,,Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1998  Graves,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-philippe-rothschild-1998-white-graves/,White Blend,1998,Baron Philippe de Rothschild
12.5,Red,South Africa,"A medium to deep ruby color opens things up. The wine is well-balanced and the tannins soft. Unfortunately, however, this structure is fleshed out with only light coffee notes, and therein lies the problem.",,14,82,Paarl,,,Backsberg 1998 Merlot (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-1998-merlot-paarl/,Merlot,1998,Backsberg
13.5,Red,South Africa,"More than a touch of green tobacco leafiness shows here. The berry fruit is light, the wine somewhat astringent. There's a touch of earthy complexity, but not much depth or length.",,15,82,Coastal Region,,,Saxenburg Estate 1998 Merlot (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saxenburg-estate-1998-merlot-coastal-region/,Merlot,1998,Saxenburg Estate
12.5,Red,France,"I know Bordeaux isn't known for being fruit-driven, but this paucity of fruit in a wine that's 50% Merlot (from a vintage that favored this variety's development) is hard to fathom. Leather and old wood combine with earth and mushrooms. There's decent weight and intensity here, so if these are flavors you look for this is an example to seek out.",,10,82,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Château Ducla 1998  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ducla-1998-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Château Ducla
,Red,US,"Dark, brick colored wine, heavily oxidized, with nutty, smoky, Madeira-like flavors, and thick, dry tannins. An odd, raisiny approach to Zin.",Black Zinfandel,24,82,California,California Other,California,Maison Basque 1997 Black Zinfandel Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maison-basque-1997-black-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Maison Basque
13.5,White,South Africa,"A light and basic Chardonnay that lacks the fruit to match the oak utilized. There's structure and it finishes long, but the wine is dominated by toasted oak.",,14,82,Paarl,,,Backsberg 1999 Chardonnay (Paarl),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/backsberg-1999-chardonnay-paarl/,Chardonnay,1999,Backsberg
,Red,US,"Smells like a shootout in a tomato factory. It's a strong whiff of tomatoes on the vine, followed by tannin and a little sweet, grapy fruit.",Costa Vineyard,16,82,California,Central Valley,Lodi,Bella Vigna 1998 Costa Vineyard Zinfandel (Lodi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bella-vigna-1998-costa-vineyard-zinfandel-central-valley-lodi/,Zinfandel,1998,Bella Vigna
12,Sparkling,US,"A generous wine with off-dry sweetness. The aromas are softly suggestive of peaches and cream, vanilla and smoke, with a twist of lime. The flavors are fruity, round and honeyed. It finishes crisp and clean, with some sweetness.",Crémant,23,87,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Pacific Echo NV Crémant  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-nv-cremant-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Pacific Echo
11,Sparkling,France,"Attractive grapefruit and herb aromas and flavors mark the bouquet and palate of this French sparkler. There's a touch of anise or licorice in the mouth, and a dry spice note on the foamy finish. The soft feel gives it great appeal, while the solid flavors set it apart from the sweet set.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,10,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Veuve du Vernay NV Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-vernay-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-bordeaux/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve du Vernay
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Starts out with some earthy, toasty and minerally aromas, with a streak of minty anise. This is a very full-bodied wine, loaded with earthy, mushroomy flavors, like biting into a heaping handful of mulch. It's also very dry, clean and organized enough to call a good value.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,6,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Paul Cheneau NV Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-penedes/,Chardonnay,,Paul Cheneau
12.5,Red,Italy,"Seems confected, with sweet Jolly Rancher aromas playing against taut acidity. A light, tart offering best paired with tomato-based sauces—fine with spaghetti at your local Italian joint.",,9,84,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Bolla 1999  Valpolicella,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-1999-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1999,Bolla
11.5,White,Italy,"Terrale translates as “product of the earth,” and that's about all one can say about this wine. The grapes used are Catarrato, a white variety indigenous to Sicily, and the ubiquitous Trebbiano. A light apple nose starts it off, and the structure is good, with adequate acids. However, the finish is short and lacks flavor.",Bianco,5,82,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Terrale 1998 Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrale-1998-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,1998,Terrale
,Red,US,"Intense and earthy aromas of perfectly ripe berries, chocolate and a little natural funk in the form of mushroom. The highlight of this beauty is the cushy, plummy mouth, which is complex, cool and ultimately sublime. A real playboy of a Pinot, which opens up sensationally if given an hour's breathing. Only 116 cases made.",Eason Vineyard,35,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Torii Mor 1998 Eason Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1998-eason-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Torii Mor
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Here is a wonderfully ripe, round, fruit-laden and full-bodied Champagne, with a richness unusual for a 100% Chardonnay blanc de blancs. It's so brimming with delicious fruit one is tempted to call it almost fleshy. Seductive and sensuous, with a lip-licking, lingering finish.",Grande Cru Blanc de Blancs,45,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Soutiran NV Grande Cru Blanc de Blancs  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soutiran-nv-grande-cru-blanc-blancs-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Soutiran
,Sparkling,US,"The lightest and most delicate of Anderson's trio of bubblies this year, this 100% Chardonnay offers clean aromas of coconut, vanilla, lime peel and toast, and drinks fresh and lively. It's also very dry, and finishes with a slightly bitter almond-skin note.",Blanc de Blanc,46,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. Anderson 1994 Blanc de Blanc  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-anderson-1994-blanc-blanc-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,S. Anderson
13,Red,US,"A burly surprise from southern Oregon; there are flowery, almost honeyed elements to the black-fruit nose. It scores big points in the mouthfeel category—it's round, chewy and creamy. Oak is a giant factor here; you'd better like mounds of toasty wood. If you do, the plump plummy fruit will make your day. But stand clear of this hefster if you prefer elegant, streamlined Pinot Noir.",,30,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Bear Creek 1998 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bear-creek-1998-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bear Creek
,Sparkling,France,"A bold, pure nose of strawberries and cherries is bright and lively, spiced with a faint green-herb note. A bit soft and even sweet-tasting, but that only adds to its easy-drinking charm.",Brut Rosé,44,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Moët & Chandon NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moet-chandon-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Moët & Chandon
13,Sparkling,US,"This pioneering Oregon producer makes a fine, fruity, yeasty sparkling wine from 100% Chardonnay grapes. It's crisp and lively in the mouth, with medium bubbles and a fresh, citrusy finish.",Knudsen Vyd Julia Lee's Block Blanc de Blancs,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1996 Knudsen Vyd Julia Lee's Block Blanc de Blancs  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1996-knudsen-vyd-julia-lees-block-blanc-blancs-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Argyle
,Sparkling,US,"There's some funkiness in the nose from a healthy dose of sulfur, but once it blows off it uncovers a firm, dry, slightly toasty wine with good structure and balance. Some bitterness in the finish (perhaps attributable to that same SO2) is the only off note.",,24,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Rex Hill 1993  Oregon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1993-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1993,Rex Hill
,Red,US,"Clove, black-licorice gumdrops, some mint and a meaty quality mark the nose. It's weighty, with raspberry fruit touched by the taste of tomato. It doesn't offer a lot of finesse, and the oak is heavy on the end.",,28,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Beran 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beran-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Beran
14.2,Red,US,"Complex aromas of cassis, dough, espresso, bacon, and cola create instant interest. It seduces with its rich dark fruit and earth flavors, and a concentrated, suave mouthfeel. Big flavors and tannins don't quit on the long, even finish. Profoundly enjoyable, seamless and shows impeccable balance. Keep for five to seven years; it will last a long time.",Reserve,60,96,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lewis 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lewis-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Lewis
12.5,Red,US,"If you are allergic to sulfites or insist on certified organic wines, this one fits the bill. Unfortunately it's heavy on the grape-juice characteristic, with sharp acids running the show. Dense and chewy, and there's an odd grapefruit note at the end.",Eco Wine Cattrall Brothers,14,80,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Amity 1999 Eco Wine Cattrall Brothers Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1999-eco-wine-cattrall-brothers-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1999,Amity
12,Sparkling,US,"This isn't a rosé; it's much too dark for that, as deeply colored as Pinot Noir. Oddly, there's not much fruit in either the aroma or the flavor; it's more of an earthy, watery quality. If you try, you can imagine strawberries, but it's a stretch. This odd wine is very dry and has some decent acidity.",Rouge,13,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Korbel NV Rouge  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-rouge-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
13.5,Red,US,"Earthy, meaty and spicy-it's what Napa Cabernet is supposed to be. Perfectly balanced, smooth and totally correct, it has cherry and chocolate in spades and lots of grip. In the end it's all about class and performance.",,100,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Far Niente 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Far Niente
13.8,Red,US,"A profoundly deep nose of red and black fruit, with cedar, ginger and nutmeg. The sense of balance and grace is sublime, as layers of cassis, plum and cinnamon keep unfolding. The chewy finish is lengthy and elegant, and it should be held for no less than five years. This bottling honors its pedigree as California's first classic Cabernet.",Georges de Latour Private Reserve,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-georges-latour-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"A blend of mainly Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and Viognier. Opens with brilliant, beautiful aromas of berries and fruit, chocolate, violets, herbs and spices, and smoky oak. In the mouth, there's fabulous complexity and an opulent, velvety smooth texture. Very dry and elegant, and the sweet, spicy finish goes on forever.",,40,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Io 1997 Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/io-1997-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Io
,Red,US,"If this isn't the best $50 Merlot in the world, I don't know what is. Dark, thick and jammy, with dense layers of fruit, spice and oak. Scents of sandalwood, coffee, mint, pepper and more, much more. In the mouth it offers a seamless, achingly rich mix of fruits, woods and spices. Big, rich, long and deep, it's nonetheless best enjoyed right now, not cellared.",,50,94,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Leonetti Cellar
14,Red,US,"Simply a spectacular wine; a Napa prototype for fabulous Cabernet. Cassis, tobacco and cedar commingle on the nose, followed by luscious cassis fruit that's backed up by exemplary barrel notes—both in flavor and in texture. So smooth and deft, it's the epitome of class. Give it about five years in the cellar and then indulge.",Reserve,100,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Harrison 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/harrison-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Harrison
,Red,US,"Starts off with a classy bouquet of blackberry liqueur, coffee and nicely integrated oak. The fruit is very dense—almost overripe—but still delicious, with prune, dark chocolate and cocoa. Feels plush and suave on the tongue, and the juicy plum-cocoa finish goes on and on. Interesting, almost atypical in some ways, but harmonious and complete.",Reserve,125,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andrus 1997 Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrus-1997-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Andrus
14.6,Red,US,"Great depth and purity of fruit. It shines with lovely violet and lavender accents. Very dark cassis, black plum, coffee and toasty oak flavors, with handsome herb and spice accents. The mouthfeel is excellent—big, but almost perfectly balanced between lush richness and solid tannic structure. A keeper needing four to six years.",T Bar T,35,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1997 T Bar T Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-t-bar-t-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Iron Horse
14.6,Red,US,"Full and plush, with complex aromas of cassis, cinnamon, earth, cedar, coffee and cream. Low in acidity, it is large in depth of fruit and flavor, with black currants, earth and coffee reigning on the palate and into the finish. A sensuous texture and long finish with soft tannins complete the pleasure package. Very approachable; drink now through 2008.",T-bar-T Benchmark,50,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1997 T-bar-T Benchmark Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-t-bar-t-benchmark-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Iron Horse
13.5,Red,US,"Impeccable fruit shines like a beacon. Opens with rich black-cherry and chocolate aromas, with beautifully poised earth and tobacco notes. In the mouth, the fruit speaks in sweet black-cherry and currant tones, and again, the tobacco accents pop up. Big, but refined; the mouthfeel is compelling; the full, even tannins portend a fine, long future.",Vineyard Georges III,48,94,California,Napa,Rutherford,Clos du Val 1997 Vineyard Georges III Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1997-vineyard-georges-iii-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos du Val
14.2,Red,US,"For the money, Cabernet doesn't get any better than this. And it comes from Carneros of all places. Dark, minty and chocolaty, with a richness that carries into and through the blackberry palate. It's got plenty of girth and size, but also perfect balance and grace. Great fruit, great winemaking, great wine.",,35,94,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Truchard
12.5,Red,US,"Toasty oak is wrapped around some complex elements: blackberry, violets, tar, cedar, coffee and game. Big, very dark fruit, tobacco and toast flavors soar, and the mouthfeel is intense yet not weighty. Fine structure on the finish, with black-currant fruit and tar, coffee and cocoa accents. Great potential; hold two to five years at least.",Reserve,42,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sequoia Grove 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Sequoia Grove
13.5,Red,US,"A gorgeous nose of blackberry, cedar, and cinnamon opens seamlessly into the robust yet elegant palate. Rich cassis, licorice, and cinnamon-toast flavors abound and the mouthfeel is suave. The tangy finish shows dusty tannins, big chocolate and black-cherry flavors. Well structured, it needs three to five years; should age well.",Heritage Reserve,40,94,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 1997 Heritage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-heritage-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Schug
14.3,Red,US,"Forward aromas of ripe cherries and deep vanillin oak meld nicely. Black plum, sweet cherry and coffee flavors, with cedar accents. The very full, supple mouthfeel is captivating. Shows fine length, spicy dry tannins and the stuffing to last. Hold four or more years, as it will keep for ages.",The Poet,65,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1997 The Poet Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-poet-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,M. Cosentino
13.8,Red,US,"Structured and built for the long haul, the densely packed aromatics hint at the power within. Blackberry, earth, fruitcake and cinnamon are all there, and the palate delivers a similar mix with added coffee, cocoa and licorice elements. Great texture and weight, and a lengthy finish with dry, even tannins. Best if cellared four to six years, and will keep for ages.",,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Stags' Leap Winery
13.6,Red,US,"Very smooth and harmonious, from its cherry, cocoa and smoke-tinged aromatics through the similarly endowed palate, where licorice and cedar notes add further complexity. Balanced, not weighty; it closes with very even tannins and a full, even black-cherry finish with toasty notes. Approachable now; will improve over the next three years.",,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,St. Clement
13.5,Red,US,"Opens with blockbuster notes of blueberry, cassis, licorice, smoke and earth, all the while displaying great depth. Finely integrated cherry, herb, espresso, oak and soy flavors have that intense vitality that command attention. Full and well proportioned on the palate, the wine finishes long, with beautiful fruit and big but very even tannins.",,65,94,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Sherwin Family 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwin-family-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Sherwin Family
,Red,US,"Very solid and deep, with a bouquet of delicious black-currant and dark-cherry fruit and toasty, buttery oak. Very comfortable mouthfeel. Full, with layered fruit and a long and elegant finish that sports big but not sharp tannins. Tight now; hold for three to six years.",,50,95,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Pine Ridge 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Pine Ridge
14.1,Red,US,"Enormous aromatics of vanilla and chocolate, dark berries and spice cake. Yet it holds on to the subtle notes as well. An open palate with sweet-tart fruit and vanilla notes. The rich, round feel, the depth of fruit, and the velvety tannins nearly veil the solid structure. Finishes dry and long, with coffee and chocolate flavors. A newcomer with budding cult credentials. Hold three to five years if you can keep your hands off it.",,75,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jones Family 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jones-family-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Jones Family
13.8,Red,US,"Opens with aromas of black cherry and pencil lead, fruitcake and cookie dough; now it's all one big melange wrapped a bit tight. The balance and immense depth of fruit shine, even in this unevolved state. Standard dark-plum and chocolate notes are rendered with uncommon subtlety here. The finish goes on and on. Needs four to six years, but will last and last.",Insignia,120,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1997 Insignia Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1997-insignia-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Joseph Phelps
14.2,Red,US,"The lovely bouquet of blackberry jam, oak with mint, cedar, and black olives draws you in. Broad and rich on the palate, with ample but fine tannins. Great depth of dark-berry fruit, with coffee and cedar shadings. The explosive finish just keeps going as intriguing sweet-tart fruit and bitter chocolate notes please all the way out. Best to hold six to nine years.",,125,95,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Cardinale 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cardinale-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Cardinale
11,Sparkling,US,"This is a semi-sweet wine marked by spearmint and rhubarb aromas and clean fruity flavors. The acidity is okay, and it's well made. Doesn't have much in common with Champagne but some will like it. From Barefoot Cellars.",Barefoot Bubbly,7,81,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Barefoot Bubbly  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-barefoot-bubbly-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
13.1,Red,US,Starts off with odd orange-juice aromas; also some wheat—another strange element. Piercing tannins make for a grabby mouthfeel that's too full of oak—the raspberry and cranberry fruit winds up getting covered. Not sure if it's trying too hard or just doesn't have the pedigree.,Cellar Select Clos d'Or,10,81,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Flynn 1998 Cellar Select Clos d'Or Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flynn-1998-cellar-select-clos-dor-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Flynn
,Red,US,Some green manure notes and more general barnyard aromas provide aromatic interest but can't make up for excessively tart cherry fruit and an oddly cloying finish,Estate Bottled,14,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hauer of the Dauen 1998 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauer-dauen-1998-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Hauer of the Dauen
13,Red,US,"Rather sharp and dominated by piquant cranberry and field aromas. Light in color, with lean red-fruit flavors. A little green and heavily oaked—the dill and pickle from the wood show boldly. Has some good characteristics, but they're just too hard to get at. From the hotter reaches of southern Oregon.",Barrel Select,16,82,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 1998 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-1998-barrel-select-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Girardet
14,Red,US,"Ripe, briary aromas of wild berries, plums and earth veer into dark chocolate. Flavors are on the light side, and seem a little soft. An affordable everyday wine to serve at picnics. Don't be misled by the “Home Ranch” description; this is not an estate wine.",Home Ranch,9,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1997 Home Ranch Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1997-home-ranch-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Fetzer
13.5,Red,US,"Very light in color, so much so that it's almost transparent. Potent aromas of mushroom, bramble and buttery oak. Some strawberry and cream flavors are driven by snappy acids. There's length and kick to the fruit-forward finish.",,17,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Benton-Lane
,Red,US,"Unfortunately this wine just hangs on the cusp of quality. The nose is somewhat muddy and grassy. Plummy fruit with tangy acids carry the unrefined palate. Cola nut is noticeable on the dry finish. The effort seems to be there, but the result is not stellar.",,18,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Helvetia 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/helvetia-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Helvetia
,Red,US,"Sour cherry fruit is cloaked by cedary aromas at first, but the fruit reasserts itself on the finish, which is tart and a bit short.",Vintage Reserve,38,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1998 Vintage Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1998-vintage-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Oak Knoll
,Red,US,"The interesting mix of aromas, ranging from fresh manure to cinnamon and cherries, gives way on the palate to the surprisingly unripe flavor of tart cranberries. The acidity is biting, making for a sinewy mouthful.",,9,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Duck Pond 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Duck Pond
13.8,Red,US,"Strong on the nose, with plum, black currant and lots of wood. Size isn't the problem here, as it certainly fills the mouth. But the acidity is low, and as a result there's little edge to support the extra-ripe fruit.",,16,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Flynn 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flynn-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Flynn
,Red,US,"Green-streaked barnyard aromas couple with black cherries and tobacco in this varietally true offering. Medium-weight on the palate, maybe even a bit low in acidity. Decent, but doesn't truly sing.",,16,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,High Pass 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-pass-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,High Pass
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This simple, fruity wine is a long way from real Champagne, despite the presence of that word on the label. There's a touch of sweetness, and the flavors of baked apples lead into a somewhat clumsy finish.",Burnee Hill Vineyard Blanc de,18,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson NV Burnee Hill Vineyard Blanc de  (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-nv-burnee-hill-vineyard-blanc-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Champagne Blend,,Jepson
12,Sparkling,US,"Delicate floral aromas mark this slighty sweet bubbly. The flavors are typically Riesling, including green apple, honeysuckle and apricot, all backed by good acidity. The finish is clean and a little sugary.",Sparkling Brut,8,83,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle NV Sparkling Brut  (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-nv-sparkling-brut-idaho/,Champagne Blend,,Ste. Chapelle
14,Red,US,"Smells a little hot and rubbery, with stewed-prune, tomato, spice and earth notes. Smooth and ripe, with plenty of nice fruit. A rough, rustic character comes through on the finish.",Old Vine,13,83,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1998 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1998-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Baron Herzog
12,Sparkling,US,,Sparkling Riesling,8,83,California,California Other,California,Ste. Chapelle NV Sparkling Riesling Johannisberg Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-nv-sparkling-riesling-riesling-johannisberg-other/,Johannisberg Riesling,,Ste. Chapelle
,Red,US,"Very ripe, with sugar beet, blackberry and vanilla. A real heavyweight; the acidity is lower than it needs to be to offset the ponderous plum-cake core. The effort seems to be there, but it comes across flat.",Vendange Sélection,45,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stag Hollow 1998 Vendange Sélection Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stag-hollow-1998-vendange-selection-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Stag Hollow
12.5,Red,US,"Some rosés are darker in color than this flyweight. But the bouquet and palate each pack some punch. Orange-rind and cranberry scents pave the way for the chocolate and black-plum flavors that blanket the thick palate. At the end, though, it lacks the sleekness mandatory for a very good Pinot Noir.",,10,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Firesteed 1998 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firesteed-1998-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Firesteed
,Red,US,"Quite a strong essence of grape extract as well as blackberry and vanilla run over and through this one. Heavy and full in the mouth, but also a bit sharp on the back palate; finishes with a mild tannic burn. Best up front. The intent and body are there, but overall it misses a beat.",Reserve,45,84,America,,,Flynn 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flynn-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-america/,Pinot Noir,1998,Flynn
12,White,France,"Aromas of light green apple and spice open this offering. Mild lemony fruit on the palate shows a slight chalkiness, and a light, even texture keeps it clean and satisfying.",,7,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Calvet 1998 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1998,Calvet
11.5,Red,France,"There are soft grapefruit-peach aromas and flavors, tart lime notes and a medium body here. It's not complex, but it's not supposed to be. It has no bad marks at all, and even a little length to show. A good bar pour or gallery opener.",,7,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Calvet 1998  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-bordeaux-6135/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Calvet
13.7,Red,US,"At first the aroma is sharp, even clumsy, showing herbs, peanuts and even bacon fat. The fruit is in the big-plum range. A heavy dose of oak has been thrown at this wine, so it's buttery on the palate and coffee-tinged on the finish.",Reserve,30,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Benton-Lane
12,Sparkling,US,"Sweet pink grapefruit and cherry aromas and flavors abound in this Sonoma pinkster. Fizzy and soft, it tastes slightly sweet and low in acidity. Ends with decent length, and is better for near-term easy drinking. Will be enjoyed by those who don't enjoy dry, crisp bubblies.",Blanc de Noirs,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Blanc de Noirs  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
11.5,Red,France,"Straightforward, perhaps even simple, but once again well-made inexpensive juice. At 80% Merlot, it is soft with berry and hint of tobacco predominating. The light fruit has pleasant cocoa shadings, and it has a poised finish with mild tannins.",,7,84,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Calvet 1998  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-bordeaux-6137/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Calvet
12.3,Red,US,"Very lively and jumpy, with bright cherry fruit supported by high-voltage acidity. It hits the high notes, but lacks the bass below, and therefore is ultimately a bit out of balance. Very much a cherry-fruit dominated, one-dimensional wine",Estate,12,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1998 Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1998-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Eola Hills
15.5,Red,US,"This is pretty good Zin, fully ripened and showing classic wild berry and spice notes, although there's an earthy, cardboardy aroma that's a little off-putting. The tannins are very soft, and the acidity is a bit low, making it simple and one-dimensional. Still, not a bad deal at this price.",,10,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Montevina 1998 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1998-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1998,Montevina
,Red,US,"Some youthful minty cherry marks the nose. The palate is heavy on the tangy red fruits: cranberry and raspberry. A clean quaffer and a nice introduction to the world of Oregon Pinot. Has the varietal correctness, but it's trim as a stick.",,22,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Secret House 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/secret-house-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Secret House
12,Sparkling,US,"Golden delicious apple and pear aromas open this round, somewhat loosely knit wine. Tastes a bit sweet, and decidedly more ripe than anticipated, even a touch mature. Has a good bead and an orange note on the finish.",Blanc de Blancs,29,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1997 Blanc de Blancs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1997-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Schramsberg
13,Red,US,"Very tight in the nose, with hints of peanuts. A cinnamon nuance provides an exotic edge to the otherwise straightforward, somewhat tart cherry palate. Buttery oak and more tangy cherries dominate the finish.",Lewman Vineyard,25,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1998 Lewman Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1998-lewman-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bethel Heights
14.5,Red,US,"Not from old vines, but cloned from them in the pursuit of complexity. This is a very young, backward Zin, dominated by dusty, earthy notes, like a whiff of south-facing barnboard under a hot summer sun. There are some fruity, spicy flavors, but the flavors are similarly closed, and moderate tannins and high acidity produce a scouring texture. Might be more user-friendly with a few years of aging.",Heritage Clone,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Heritage Clone Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-heritage-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"A very light and flowery nose starts the package rolling, followed by light candied raspberry on the palate. Features a smooth texture throughout, with the slightest notes of cherry cough drops and fruit punch. A simple, straightforward wine that goes down easy.",,14,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hauer of the Dauen 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hauer-dauen-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Hauer of the Dauen
13,Red,US,"A Pinot in the ultralight style. There's cranberry and tea qualities, and an almost weightless mouthfeel. No new oak renders it clean and fruity, with plenty of fresh-berry essence. In the end, it's a lightweight that closes with licorice and anise notes.",,20,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Amity
12.5,Red,France,"Accurate varietal character abounds in this value red. There's dark berry and a slight herbaceousness, but not in an off-putting way. Light in style but it possesses nice mouthfeel with smooth cassis fruit and a decent finish.",,7,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Calvet 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Calvet
11.5,White,France,"Lime, fig and taffy flavors mark this successful light white. There is even a bit of subtlety in the chalk and spice notes on the back end, and a slight honey note from the 35% Sémillon in the blend makes this a very clean and attractive wine at the price.",,7,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Calvet 1998  Bordeaux Blanc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,1998,Calvet
12,Sparkling,France,"Thick bubbles and scents of bread dough, green apples and vanilla crackers here. It's tart and somewhat heavy on the palate, with an odd, almost vinegary character to the finish. Perhaps it just needs a bit more time in bottle.",Heritage Brut,35,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Delbeck NV Heritage Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delbeck-nv-heritage-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Delbeck
13.9,Red,US,"One of the strongest aromas of beets I have smelled in a wine; also some vanilla and cream nuances. Tasty and satisfying, if a bit one-dimensional.",Sunnymount Cuvée,50,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Benton-Lane 1998 Sunnymount Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benton-lane-1998-sunnymount-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Benton-Lane
12.5,Red,France,"Light and taut, this blend from Nuits-St.-Georges, Volnay and Pernand-Vergelesses offers an odd combination of elements. There are bright cherry-kirsch aromas, cherry and earth flavors and a nice mouthfeel sporting a chalky note. But there's also an odd, candied edge to the fruit and a touch of greenness. Finishes tart, dry and fairly full, but with somewhat tough tannins.",Calvet Premiere,17,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Calvet 1998 Calvet Premiere  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-calvet-premiere-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1998,Calvet
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Ripe apples and toast on the nose of this Oregonian open to a medium-bodied wine with decent complexity and a soft foamy mousse. Crisp apple and herb flavors with a slight mineral note play out on the clean and tart finish, which displays good length.",Extended Tirage Brut,30,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1989 Extended Tirage Brut  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1989-extended-tirage-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1989,Argyle
14.5,Red,US,"From a famous vineyard, this is an interesting, even eccentric Zin. The aromas are claret-like, with currant and blackberry and a strong gamy note, like bacon. The fruit is very ripe, even overripe, and the tannins and acidity are ample. Fans of big, old-style Zins will love it.",Gnarly Vine Monte Rosso Vyd,40,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1997 Gnarly Vine Monte Rosso Vyd Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1997-gnarly-vine-monte-rosso-vyd-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Louis M. Martini
,Red,US,"Light and bright, a shade darker than a hearty Rhône rosé, this cherry- and strawberry-flavored pacer displays saddle leather and earth notes that provide interest and depth. Fairly high in acidity, and with brisk, lightly peppery tannins, this would be great with cheese or spicy hors d'oeuvres.",Doerner Vyd,30,86,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Secret House 1998 Doerner Vyd Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/secret-house-1998-doerner-vyd-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Secret House
,Sparkling,US,"This is quite a strong, toasty and fruit-forward bubbly that could stand to be a little more elegant. It has overt aromas and flavors of strawberry and lime, with a pretty edge of coconut and vanilla. Finishes clean and zesty, but loses a few points because of a rough edge to the mouthfeel.",Brut,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. Anderson 1996 Brut  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-anderson-1996-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,S. Anderson
12.5,Sparkling,US,"A solid rosé, with berry aromas and a touch of leather on the nose. A touch sweet, yet full and not at all cloying on the palate, this tangy middleweight from this well-known Napa marque finishes evenly with licorice, tart fruit and a slight candied note.",Blanc de Noirs,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Blanc de Noirs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
12,Sparkling,US,"Made in a very drinkable style, this ripely fruity bubbly seems to have a slightly high dosage, to judge from the sugary finish. Nonetheless it's a fashionable wine, crisp and elegant, with pronounced citrus and pear flavors, and a stylish elegance. 92% Chardonnay and 8% Pinot Blanc.",La Rêve Brut,55,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Domaine Carneros 1994 La Rêve Brut  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1994-reve-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Domaine Carneros
,Red,US,"With just enough Zin (78%) to qualify as a varietal, and the rest Alicante Bouschet, Petite Sirah, Carignan, Sangiovese, Syrah, Grenache and a few obscure grape types, this wine has powerful berry-fruit flavors, and is dry and rich. It's a touch simple, but the fruity depths will please all but the fussiest, especially if there's some great barbecue nearby.",Alegria Vineyards Heritage Vin,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Acorn 1998 Alegria Vineyards Heritage Vin Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acorn-1998-alegria-heritage-vin-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Acorn
12.5,Red,France,"Made with no oak at all and full malolactic fermentation, this plummy and correct wine has the right flavors and feel. There's cocoa, a slight herb note, and a brisk finish, too. As one taster said with a smile, “It really tastes like Merlot.” That's more than can be said about too many other inexpensive examples. Best Buy.",,7,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Calvet 1998 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1998,Calvet
,Red,US,"Rather full and deep in the nose. Some black fruit come across as being chunky but fresh. It's quite the mouthful, with lots of oak in the backdrop providing a big serving of vanilla. Long, dry and oaky at the end. Interesting, though not overly complex or layered.",Five Mountains,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1998 Five Mountains Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1998-five-mountains-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Oak Knoll
14.5,Red,US,"From primo Zin country comes this pretty red wine. Starts out with jammy, youthful aromas of wild berries and turns soft and fruity in the mouth. Although the flavors are nice, it's a bit watery, although the spicy finish will leave your palate tingling.",Old Vines,19,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
12,Red,US,"Rather mute and compact in the nose, but don't judge it solely on that. In the mouth, it remains a bit closed, but it opens up to show grip and solid black fruit. A sturdy, full mouthful is what you get in this good effort from a southern Oregon producer.",,15,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Siskiyou Vineyards 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siskiyou-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Siskiyou Vineyards
,Red,US,"Plenty of toast and menthol aromas let you know this has seen new oak; it also masks some pretty black-cherry notes that you now have to ferret out. Finishes with some bitter, woody tannins and juicy cranberry fruit. A wine with promising raw materials that's fighting to find itself.",Founder's Reserve,25,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Idylwood 1998 Founder's Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/idylwood-1998-founders-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Idylwood
,Red,US,"Very pungent aromas, with piercing red fruit and light touches of citrus on the nose. At first it's shockingly tart and tight, so much so that it might throw you for a loop. After lots of time it breathes itself to life, where raspberry essence rises up. Time may allow it to shine, but now it's hard and astringent.",Le Puits Sec Cuvée J,36,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Evesham Wood 1998 Le Puits Sec Cuvée J Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evesham-wood-1998-le-puits-sec-cuvee-j-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Evesham Wood
12,Sparkling,France,"Mature and bready in the nose, with lemon-lime and a distant aroma of scrambled eggs. Rich and fruity on the palate, with notes of toast and lemon peel. Kind of soft and heavy-bodied, and lacks that all-important zest and zip.",Bouzy Brut,48,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Delbeck NV Bouzy Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delbeck-nv-bouzy-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Delbeck
,Sparkling,France,"A stylish nonvintage brut, offering the right mix of character and functionality. Aromas are the standard green apple and bread dough. It's maybe a little neutral, but the appley palate is clean, and it finishes with length and power.",Bouzy Brut,32,86,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall NV Bouzy Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-nv-bouzy-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,De Saint Gall
12.5,Red,France,"A nice nose of black and blue berries with a hint of leather opens this value Syrah. Well built, it shows a bit of chocolate and decent length. There's just a touch of green herb in there and it closes dry with fairly full tannins.",,7,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Calvet 1998 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1998,Calvet
,Red,US,"First things first: This is not a friendly sipping wine. Rather, it's tight as nails, and might have worked better as a component in a blend than on its own. There's zingy cherry fruit, with a piercing finish. It's not that it's mean—but it is definitely short on charm at this early age. Cellar time could bring it around, allowing currently hidden nuances to emerge. 240 cases produced.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,40,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Polk County,Torii Mor 1998 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Polk County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1998-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-polk-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Torii Mor
13.7,Red,US,"A flowery, almost violet-like note marks the attractive bouquet. It's light in body—a true easy-drinker—with clarity, balance and style. It's streamlined as opposed to being chunky, with plenty of oak adding licorice and butter qualities to the finish. The black-cherry core guarantees a fruit-filled ride; it's a sure-fire winner, especially at this price point. Best Buy.",,16,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Erath
,Red,US,"Some Syrah-like aromas of smoke and bacon fat give way to a surprisingly delicate berry-flavored wine. Lighter, yet simultaneously cleaner and more complex than the High Pass regular bottling. Doesn't seem to have the stuffing to age, but awfully pretty right now.",Reserve,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,High Pass 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/high-pass-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,High Pass
13.8,Red,US,"The earthiest and most closed of the Kenwood trio, this wine's aromas currently amount to little more than tree bark and dust, with the merest hint of plums. It's also the fullest-bodied. Dense and complex, its ripe fruits come out if you swirl it ferociously, and the wine turns tannic and spicy on the finish.",Upper Weise,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Upper Weise Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-upper-weise-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kenwood
15.5,Red,US,"From an estate vineyard on the Silverado Trail, an exuberantly ripe, jammy Zin with enough fruit to launch the space shuttle. Raspberry and cherry dominate, with tannins as soft as silk. In fact, there's something almost Beaujolais-like about this likable wine, except that the intense spices are a dead giveaway.",Palisade Vineyard,25,87,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 1998 Palisade Vineyard Zinfandel (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1998-palisade-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-stags-leap-district/,Zinfandel,1998,Clos du Val
13.5,Red,US,"Full and enticing aromatics of cherry, vanilla and toasted white bread. Soft in the mouth, it shows some of its southern Oregon roots via mild tannins and lower acidity. Emphasizes body and texture over flavors of apple skins and resiny wood.",,35,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1998 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1998-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Griffin Creek
12,White,Australia,"Round and ripe tropical fruit mark this solid and affordable Chardonnay. Interesting shadings of lime, clove and other spices keep it engaging on the palate. Ends with a medium- length finish of sweet-tart pineapple fruit.",,13,87,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Heritage Road 1998 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1998-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Heritage Road
,Red,US,"Here's a light, softly fruity Zin that offers plenty of drinking pleasure. You won't mistake this for a North Coast Zin. The tannin structure is missing, replaced by a velvety, plush texture. But there's fruit aplenty, and spice, too.",Terra D'Oro,16,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1997 Terra D'Oro Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1997-terra-doro-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Montevina
13,Red,US,"The overtly fruity nose features some perfumed cherry fruit, flowers akin to violets and graham cracker. The sharp, chiseled palate has tart touches similar to raspberry coulis. The mouth is simple and smooth, with nothing but red fruit at the foundation.",Nysa Vineyard,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1998 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1998-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bethel Heights
11.5,Red,France,"This opens with a mature, even big bouquet displaying berry, leather, tobacco and bell pepper notes. It shows red-currant fruit, an earthy, briary character on the palate and a spicy, nicely complex finish. A taste of decent Bordeaux from a good vintage, with a touch of age. Drink now.",Reserve,10,87,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Calvet 1996 Reserve  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1996-reserve-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Calvet
12,Sparkling,France,"It's tart and earthy, with heavy fruit flavors and some spice in the finish. Nothing elegant here, but it's a good mouthful of fruit with concentration and a crisp, appley flavor extending through the satisfying finish.",Grande Cuvée Brut,27,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Lafitte NV Grande Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-lafitte-nv-grande-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Charles Lafitte
13,Red,US,"Beets, mint and cola mark the aromas of this robust offering from the southern part of the state. It's rich and corpulent—almost Port-like in its dimensions—and although it lacks a bit of elegance, it certainly possesses plenty of mouth-filling flavor.",Reserve,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Bridgeview 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bridgeview
,Red,US,"Grapey, with an off-putting scent of alcohol mixed with tire rubber. Beyond that, the cola and menthol aromas are pleasant, with chocolate and orange peel underneath. It's hefty, chunky and plummy in the mouth, with lots of sweet oak running onto the finish, leaving a long and lasting woody impression. 164 cases made.",,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Carabella 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carabella-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Carabella
13.5,Red,US,"Silky and refined. It's on the lighter side, but shows no lack of flavor and may be even prettier for its ephemeral nature. Shows cherries, tree bark and a touch of cranberries and bitter chocolate on the finish. Drink soon for its youthful charms.",Mt. Jefferson Cuvée,25,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1998 Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1998-mt-jefferson-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Cristom
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Nicely balanced with a blend of toasty-yeasty and fresh elements on the nose, this sparkler has good fruit—not too sweet—and a smooth and creamy feel. Straightforward, it offers full but dry apple-pineapple flavors and some green-apple and lime notes on the finish.",Brut Prestige,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Brut Prestige  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-brut-prestige-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
13.5,Red,US,"It starts out with a pretty ruby-garnet color with hints of youthful purple, and also has youthful, vibrant aromas of freshly crushed black cherry, blackberry, clove and a distinct black-pepper note. In the mouth, it's lively, soft and supple. The fruit is intense and so is the spice, and it's very dry. Good stuff, although it lacks a certain depth.",Mazzoni,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1997 Mazzoni Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-mazzoni-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Kenwood
13,Sparkling,US,"For those who like a very dry wine with lots of yeasty, baked-bread aromas, this one's for you. In addition to those aromas are notes of lime and raspberry, although they're understated. The flavors are modulated, too, just suggesting strawberries, but the emphasis here is on texture and acidity.",Brut,22,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1996 Brut  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1996-brut-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Argyle
,Red,US,"A good value in Oregon Pinot, this wine features fully ripe cherry aromas with some chocolaty overtones allied to a smoked-meat note. The fruit really sings on the palate, where some cranberry and cocoa flavors chime in. Best Buy.",,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Evesham Wood 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evesham-wood-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Evesham Wood
,Sparkling,US,"This delightful surprise from upstate New York features Pinot Grigio-like lime and herb aromas. A touch of chalk and the faintest hint of peachy fruit on the palate add to its appeal. Displays good feel and finish, with lingering citrus flavors.",Blanc de Blancs,30,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Chateau Lafayette Reneau 1997 Blanc de Blancs  (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lafayette-reneau-1997-blanc-blancs-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,1997,Chateau Lafayette Reneau
12.4,Red,US,"The see-through strawberry color announces the lightness of the vintage. But it smells attractive and pleasant, with cedar and briar. In the mouth, it runs along a tart, lean line, again a reflection on the year. There's some Burgundian elegance, but only minimal depth of fruit. Overall a pretty wine best for drinking with food.",Rion Reserve,38,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Chehalem 1997 Rion Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1997-rion-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Chehalem
14.5,Red,US,"A nice young, jammy Zin with zesty aromas of blackberry jam and briary fruit, meaning it's like the scent of wild berries on a hot summer day. A lovely wine with pretty fruit, but it's most notable for the soft, plush, opulent tannins.",Barrel Select,14,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Fetzer 1997 Barrel Select Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1997-barrel-select-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Fetzer
13.5,Red,US,"Hooray! A terrific Zin that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. It's loaded with personality, with quintessential aromas and flavors of wild berries and spices, and added complexities of roasted coffeebean, anise and white chocolate. Best Buy.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Valley of the Moon 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Valley of the Moon
13,Red,US,"Smells like a briar patch under summer sun, with accents of leather and tomato. The pungent aromatics fade into a weighty mouthfeel. It's all red berries, and it's tight and young. Shows fine structure and a pure quality. A very likable wine.",Windhill,28,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 1998 Windhill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1998-windhill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Elk Cove
12.5,Red,US,"This organic bottling marks Cooper's 20th year, and it's a tantalizing, high-strung, dusty wine, with a true Pinot nose full of raspberries and cinnamon. Plenty of verve on the palate, which emphasizes fruit and more fruit. The frame is sleek, but it capably carries the wine's zip.",20th Anniversary,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cooper Mountain 1998 20th Anniversary Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-mountain-1998-20th-anniversary-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Cooper Mountain
,Red,US,"Rustic, with some smoke and char up front that gives way to intense berry flavors. It's a touch idiosyncratic—it's very concentrated and a bit sauvage—as it shows a lot of vineyard individuality. Hard and rugged now; a few years in the bottle should tame its power.",Bryan Creek Vineyard,40,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 1998 Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1998-bryan-creek-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Adelsheim
,Red,Australia,"Fruit-forward is the best way to describe this juicy, totally accessible red. Rich berry flavors, just a faint meaty-leathery note for a touch of complexity, and a smooth even finish complete the package. Best Buy.",,10,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Heritage Road 1998 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1998,Heritage Road
,Sparkling,US,"From a bubbly specialist comes this fancy wine, a blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay. Has very forward fruity aromas that are a combo of both varietals. It's a bit rough, as though the bubbles aren't fine enough, but that's comparing it to the best French vintage Champagne, which costs a whole lot more.",Brut,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1995 Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1995-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Handley
13.5,Red,US,"Dark in color, almost pure purple; the bouquet carries some heavy oak, with aromas of toast and vanilla. It's also a little sauvage. Rich and chocolaty, but also quite sweet. It's deep and woody overall—the vanilla and oak are very prominent, maybe too much so for many people.",Louise Vineyard,39,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1998 Louise Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1998-louise-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Cristom
13.6,Red,US,"Chocolate and plum mingle enticingly in this medium-bodied offering from the warm (relative to Willamette) Umpqua Valley. Subtle herb notes and a peppery, crisp finish keep this wine interesting from start to finish.",Reserve,35,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Girardet 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girardet-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Girardet
13.5,Red,US,"Bright in color and full of snappy cherries on the nose. This cherry-dominated profile follows suit on the palate, where the fruit-to-wood-balance swings in favor of the crisp, dry fruit. Charged-up acids provide a jolt, as do the full tannins. It seems to have the right structure to age for a few years.",,24,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tualatin Estate 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tualatin-estate-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Tualatin Estate
,Sparkling,US,"Starts with a nice gold-straw color and lots of fine, tiny bubbles. The aroma is rich and creamy, marked by pear and apple notes, vanilla and bread dough. Very dry, with evident ripe fruit and a dry, leesy finish. The texture's a bit rough, but this may age out in a few years.",Blanc De Blancs,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1994 Blanc De Blancs  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1994-blanc-blancs-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Handley
11.5,White,France,"Attractive fragrance and a pleasureable mouthfeel characterize this medium-weight offering. A 50-50 Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc blend, it offers  pear, lemon, and vanilla-oak flavors on the nose and mouth. The long smooth finish is unexpectedly elegant, something not often found at this price. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,88,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Calvet 1998 Reserve  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-reserve-white-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style White Blend,1998,Calvet
,Red,US,"For those who like their Pinot oaky, this may be just the ticket. It starts out with caramel, coffee and chocolate aromas skillfully matched with sour cherries and a bouquet garni of green herbs. It then turns ever oakier on the palate, with a near-syrupy mouthfeel. Finishes with toasty oak-driven spice notes and an herbaceous edge.",Spirit House,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1998 Spirit House Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1998-spirit-house-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Argyle
,Red,US,"Each year Rich gets his grapes from different sources: This time it's Corral Creek, and the wine's tight as a drum, emphasizing cranberry and pie cherries. It isn't sour, but it is tart. The gorgeous nose and precise, powerful red-berry fruit make it pleasurable. Puckering acids say it should be served with food.",Les Vigneaux Corral Creek Vyd,25,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Andrew Rich 1998 Les Vigneaux Corral Creek Vyd Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-rich-1998-vigneaux-corral-creek-vyd-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Andrew Rich
12,Sparkling,France,"Toast and yeast on the otherwise lime-scented bouquet. Clean citrus and green-apple flavors lead into a zesty, smooth soda-like finish. Overall it's just a nice, clean, bright Champagne, one that has the right level of dryness and zip.",Cordon Rouge Brut,30,88,Champagne,Champagne,,G. H. Mumm NV Cordon Rouge Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-h-mumm-nv-cordon-rouge-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,G. H. Mumm
,Red,US,"The very ripe and sweet cherry aromas and flavors bear handsome notes of tarragon and smoke. Full and round on the palate, this wine displays a lengthy finish with dark cherry, bitter-chocolate and herb flavors. Quite appealing now and very easy to get comfy with.",Reserve,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Stonecroft 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonecroft-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Stonecroft
12,Sparkling,US,"An elegant, pale-golden color leads to subtle but refined aromas of bread dough and lime, and a tantalizing hint of—what? Mint? Raspberry? White chocoloate? The same flavors commingle in the mouth. It's very dry and acidic now. A year or so might soften it.",Brut,20,88,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate
12,Sparkling,US,"Has bright, focused aromas, including lime and raspberry, with nutty, smoky bread dough and yeast. Very clean, with a pronounced kiss of sweet berry fruit. Finishes slightly sweet.",Brut de Noirs,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Robert Hunter 1994 Brut de Noirs  (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-hunter-1994-brut-noirs-sparkling-sonoma-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Robert Hunter
13.5,Red,US,"Compared to the Mazzoni, this baby has less fruity but pepperier, earthier aromas, and herbal ones, too: licorice and chocolate, although there's some deeply scented blackberry. It seems crisper and more angular, and more tannic, with a great hidden depth of fruit that needs to be coaxed out through short-term aging.",Nuns Canyon,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Nuns Canyon Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-nuns-canyon-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kenwood
,Red,Australia,"Blackberry, herb, tobacco and a menthol note mark the nose of this full but not heavy red. The fruit is ripe, sweet and unburdened by excess oak. The long, juicy cherry and licorice finish sports no hard tannins. Lovely for drinking now.",Reserve,16,89,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heritage Road 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Heritage Road
13,Sparkling,US,"Light straw in color, with fine bubbles and pure, fine aromas of peach and strawberry. In the mouth, it's exceptionally rich and creamy. It's not quite as sweet as an extra dry Champagne, but it's definitely heading in that direction.",Russian Cuvée,26,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1995 Russian Cuvée  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1995-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1995,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Snappy and full of raspberry and cedar aromas. It's mouthfilling and juicy, with a stylish lean edge to it. Puckery on the palate, with a right-on mix of acidity, fruit and oak. It delivers the goods, not missing a twist or turn along the way, and in the final analysis, it's fairly large, packing a solid punch of berry fruit.",Vintage Select,24,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1998 Vintage Select Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1998-vintage-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Erath
,Sparkling,France,"Dough, vanilla, apple and citrus aromas open to a smooth palate offering similar flavors with smoky, spicy accents. Quite fizzy; there's a slightly soft quality to it, and a tangy element enters on the finish of this charming easy drinker.",Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut,48,89,Champagne,Champagne,,De Saint Gall 1995 Premier Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-gall-1995-premier-cru-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,De Saint Gall
,Red,US,"Quite Burgundian in nature, this offering is not opulent, but is very well defined, with an almost etched nature. Lean, with tart cherry, licorice and mineral aromas and flavors, and fairly light in body, it is big on character and traditonal Pinot style. The wine is quite taut now, but the finish is very long and complex. Should be beautiful with three to five years' aging.",Temperance Hill Vineyard,24,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Evesham Wood 1998 Temperance Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evesham-wood-1998-temperance-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Evesham Wood
,Red,US,"Starts off with softly perfumed cherries and dried leaves, then turns strongly piny on the palate. Finishes long, with tart cranberry and bitter-chocolate notes. Some excellent elements, including a lush yet structured mouthfeel, but some tasters will find the intense pine-bough flavor distracting.",Balcombe Vineyard,38,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Torii Mor 1998 Balcombe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1998-balcombe-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Torii Mor
12,Sparkling,France,"Really nicely balanced, this is a big, sleek cruiser with lemon, earth and green-apple aromas and flavors. Full, yet trim and clean, it shows the tautness of youth but has fine essential fruit and a lengthy, crisp finish. Possesses excellent, if somewhat unopened elements, and may well rate higher if cellared for a few years",Demoiselle Cuvée 21,120,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 1995 Demoiselle Cuvée 21  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-1995-demoiselle-cuvee-21-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Vranken
12,Sparkling,France,"Rich, complex and quite leesy, it has a mature aroma and texture to it—it's almost thick and doughy. The fruit is in the orange and grapefruit range, with a bit of pear poking through. It's a good idiosyncratic Champagne, but it may not be for everyone, as it definitely has a mature style all its own.",Special Cuvée Brut,45,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger NV Special Cuvée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-nv-special-cuvee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Bollinger
14,Red,US,"Someone explain this labeling: La Creole Vineyard is a blend of 96% Feltz Vineyard and 4% Madrona Vineyard? No matter the name, it smells good, boasting plenty of smoky and woodsy aromas. The flavors are immature, almost grapey still, with some unintegrated vanilla and toast from oak, and fine tannins on the finish. Needs some time; give it a couple of years' rest before popping your first cork.",La Creole Reserve,25,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1998 La Creole Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1998-creole-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Eola Hills
13,Red,US,"Somewhat tight and in need of time in the bottle to open up, this wine may someday merit a 90+ rating. Right now, it's firmly acidic, but there's enough rich black-cherry fruit to suggest it will be more approachable in a couple of years. Shows nice varietal features: a velvety (but not heavy) mouthfeel and black and orange tea notes on the finish.",Roosevelt Vineyard,48,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 1998 Roosevelt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1998-roosevelt-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Elk Cove
,Red,US,"There's a persistent menthol note running through this wine that may prove controversial. My money is that it will integrate with time (say, 2–3 years) into the otherwise rich cherry fruit. The finish is explosively fruity and long, which bodes well for the future.",Reserve,34,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Erath
12,Sparkling,US,"Pretty, elegant aromas of lime, vanilla and bread dough. Quite rich in the mouth, with pronounced citrus flavors. Very dry, with good acidity. Has a tightness and austerity that indicates it may age, but right now it's balanced and harmonious. Contains 71% Pinot Noir.",Reserve Brut,24,89,California,Napa,Napa County,Domaine Chandon NV Reserve Brut  (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-reserve-brut-sparkling-napa-county/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Fresh and lively in the nose, with proper toasty accents. Fairly full and complex flavors of honey, bread and minerals. Yeasty on the tail end, with lemon notes keeping it going. As a whole, it's a nice, well-made quality Champagne.",Brut Royal,33,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery NV Brut Royal  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-nv-brut-royal-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Pommery
13,Sparkling,US,"A very pale straw color precedes great aromas of peach and apple, with notes of oak, baking bread and white chocolate. It's delicately fruity in the mouth, with crisp acidity and the pleasant scour of bubbles. This is a clean, elegant wine of great finesse.",Classic Vintage Brut,26,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1995 Classic Vintage Brut  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1995-classic-vintage-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1995,Iron Horse
13,Red,US,"There's a high-wire pungency to this slightly rustic single-vineyard offering that shows notes of smoked meat, molasses, rhubarb and tar. If any one thing carries the nose it's some burnt popcorn. The fruity palate is jammy and hard-driving. This one is about robust berry fruit rather than nuance. Give it a couple of years to lose its youthful spunk.",La Boheme,28,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 1998 La Boheme Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1998-boheme-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Elk Cove
13,Red,US,"Very deep, lush and welcoming in the nose—there's an unmistakable heavy color and look to it. It's a ripe and ready wine that should pick up complexity with bottle age. Yes, there's a one-dimensionality to it because it's a single-clone wine, but you should really enjoy the cherry and plum sweetness at its core.",Wadenswil Block Reserve,35,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1998 Wadenswil Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1998-wadenswil-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bethel Heights
13,Red,US,"Fine aromas of sour cherry, violets and spice open this light-bodied but nicely textured wine. Very clean cherry fruit shines on the palate, and there is very good fruit-to-acid balance here. Has a lengthy finish with dry cherry flavors, a mineral note and even tannins. Focused and attractive already, it will age well for two or three years.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,30,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1998 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1998-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bethel Heights
12.5,White,France,"Puts forth a rich nose with liqueur, vanilla, melon and honey notes. A full mouthfeel is accompanied by apple, spice and smoky elements on the palate. It's a very good wine for a straightahead Bourgogne Blanc, and its mineral and spice finish is the equal of many village wines.",Calvet Premiere,17,89,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Calvet 1998 Calvet Premiere  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calvet-1998-calvet-premiere-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,1998,Calvet
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Opens with a complex and elegant nose, offering aromas of lemon, orange, crackers and vanilla. This Champagne has great balance, a light, lively, zingy feel, and fuller, more mature biscuit and vanilla notes. Zesty is a good word here, and a slight chalky element adds further interest on the lengthy finish.",Grande Cru Brut,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Soutiran 1995 Grande Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soutiran-1995-grande-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Soutiran
,Sparkling,US,"There's a distinct onion-skin color, and you can smell the Pinot Noir in the raspberry and strawberry aromas that are accented with white chocolate and toasty spices. Rather full-bodied, lush and opulent. There's something almost syrupy about it, in a good way. But it's still crisp and dry, and has a Champagne lightness.",Blanc de Noirs,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,S. Anderson 1996 Blanc de Noirs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-anderson-1996-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,S. Anderson
12.5,Sparkling,France,"A deep and full nose with yeasty, leesy qualities opens this solid and serious offering. Decidedly not fruit-driven, it is still very satisfying, with toast and mild grapefruit flavors, and a full but fairly soft feel. Easy and pleasing, it intriguingly offers more depth than first meets the mouth.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,63,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte 1992 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-1992-blanc-de-blancs-brut-champagne-7229/,Champagne Blend,1992,Delamotte
13.5,Red,US,"A wine that's all about finesse and fruit. This offering from Archery Summit seemingly goes a little lighter on the oak than most from that stable—to good effect. Pure Bing cherries caress the palate, with subtle toast and spice shadings, even some tea-like notes, on the finish.",Premier Cuvée,39,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1998 Premier Cuvée Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1998-premier-cuvee-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Archery Summit
12.5,Sparkling,US,"This bubbly is simply irresistable, from the pale coppery color to the aromas of raspberries, limes, and apricots to the subtle fruity flavors. The texture is notable for its smooth creaminess, and the wine is dry and very clean. Superb balance suggests ageability, but it's so delicious now, why wait? 91% Pinot Noir, 9% Chardonnay.",Wedding Cuvée Brut,28,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1997 Wedding Cuvée Brut  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-wedding-cuvee-brut-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Iron Horse
13,Sparkling,US,"An enormously fruity sparking wine, this one offers complex aromas of raspberries and baked bread, with a hint of lime. It really comes alive in the mouth, thanks to refreshing acidity and fine bubbles that scour the palate. This clean wine has just enough of a dose of sweetness to prod the fruit forward. Only 125 cases produced.",Vrais Amis,26,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1995 Vrais Amis  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1995-vrais-amis-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1995,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Archery Summit wines often seem bigger-boned, oakier and more tannic than their brethren, and this bottling is no exception. Ripe cherries are framed by vanilla and toast, with firm drying tannins on the finish. Put this one away for a couple of years while you are enjoying the charms of the Premier Cuvée.",Red Hills Estate,65,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1998 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1998-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Archery Summit
,Red,US,"Compact right now, this Pinot has fine depth and a unique character. Offers a cherry, smoke and leather bouquet and displays dried cherry, licorice and mineral flavors along with a distinct chalk dust feel in the mouth and on the finish. Solid tannins and the fine depth of fruit indicate that two or three years cellaring are merited.",Seven Springs Vineyard,30,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Polk County,Adelsheim 1998 Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Polk County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1998-seven-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-polk-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Adelsheim
,Red,US,"Just pop the cork, let it breathe and enjoy it as it does its thing. One of the best Adelsheim wines this taster can remember. Full of red plum, raspberry and currant, with the right acidity for it to rock and roll. Healthy tannins round out this supple sipper, which hits its stride after a half-hour of airing and then gallops home.",Elizabeth's Reserve,45,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Adelsheim 1998 Elizabeth's Reserve Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1998-elizabeths-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Adelsheim
13,Sparkling,US,"Here is a very pretty pale-salmon-colored sparkling wine, with fine, zesty bubbles and an appealing whiff of Pinot Noir in the nose. The flavors are pure strawberry, a tiny bit sweet but not too much. This is the sort of sparkling wine even people who say they don't like wine will fall in love with.",Brut Rosé,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1995 Brut Rosé  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1995-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1995,Iron Horse
13.9,Red,US,"Displays intense aromas of beets, cola and black cherries. Some dried bracken scents emerge with airing, adding a woodsy complexity. Fairly rich and powerful, with enough soft tannins and a firm touch of acidity to keep everything together and ensure 5 or more years of longevity.",Muirfield Vineyard,48,90,California,California Other,California,Siduri 1998 Muirfield Vineyard Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1998-muirfield-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Siduri
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Full, with mushrooms, toast and an earthy element on the nose, this example opens to a palate of toast, apple and baked-pear flavors. Displays a fairly rich mouthfeel, with an appealing texture and bead. Finishes long, dry and classy, with tart plum notes and a mineral complement.",,55,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1995  Champagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1995-champagne-6917/,Champagne Blend,1995,Pommery
12,Sparkling,US,"Pale for a rosé, with a slight pink color. It's an enormously fragrant wine, brimming with peach, strawberry, smoke and vanilla notes. Lively and fresh in the mouth, with a creamy feel and the merest suggestion of strawberries. Finishes dry and elegant.",Brut Rosé,30,90,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Roederer Estate NV Brut Rosé  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Roederer Estate
12,Sparkling,France,"Aromas of toasted hazelnuts and yeast give way on the palate to oranges, cloves and golden delicious apples. The Bolly house style of weight and heft is well displayed here, balanced out by a long, taut finish.",La Grande Année Brut,90,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Bollinger 1992 La Grande Année Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollinger-1992-grande-annee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Bollinger
13,Red,US,"Very light in color. Opens with blueberry, rhubarb, bacon and cedar aromas. From front to back it sits on a light frame, and on the palate it dances. Shows some buttered-toast and wood on the finely etched finish. Classy and lean, not sugary sweet. Elegant, in the Bethel Heights house style.",Southeast Block Reserve,35,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1998 Southeast Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1998-southeast-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bethel Heights
12,Sparkling,US,"One of America's favorite sparkling wine houses proves it's still got the right moves. This brut-style wine, with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, begins with delicate but assertive aromas of strawberry and lime. It's dry and crisp and elegant, with hints of berries and limes, but it's most notable for its richness, balance, harmony and finesse. Goes down really easy.",Le Premier Reserve,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 1994 Le Premier Reserve  (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-1994-le-premier-reserve-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Korbel
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Quite delicate herb, lime, mineral and smoke aromas on the nose open to a full yet still lean mouth of bright citrus and herb flavors. The P-J style tends to lightness, and this is a fine rendering, with great balance and nice body. Lovely and crisp, like a crunchy Granny Smith apple. Good acidity; drink now or hold.",Fleur de Champagne Brut,120,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Perrier Jouët 1995 Fleur de Champagne Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrier-jouet-1995-fleur-champagne-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Perrier Jouët
,Red,US,"Sometimes a wine's bouquet says it all: Here it's delectable, redolent of black cherries and prunes. It also looks great in the glass. Flavors are of raspberry and light oak. The mouthfeel is beautiful. While all Panther Creek wines have a sleekness to them, the Nysa sets the standard for being sleek. 170 cases made.",Nysa Vineyard,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1998 Nysa Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1998-nysa-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Panther Creek
13,Red,US,"Very youthful, so the first aromas are of a wild field, with some cranberry. It's a full-volume wine, with an appealing chunky forwardness but also bright acidity, style and character. In a word, it's “balanced.” Will go with almost anything, from baked salmon to dark chocolate. A real pleaser, especially at this price point. Best Buy.",,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Elk Cove
13.9,Red,US,"Earthy and engaging, and a little bit rugged. Aromas of barnyard and Middle Eastern tahini set up a palate full of spiced-up curranty fruit. Light oak shows itself early in a finish that unfolds in layers, revealing complexity and class.",3 Vineyard,25,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1998 3 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1998-3-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Chehalem
12.5,Red,US,"An untamed style of wine, with wild-fruit and ever-so-slight citrus aromatics. It's got a nice full body to it, with some creaminess in the mouth. Proper acids and a good application of oak keep it balanced. Bridgeview has a knack for making well-priced Pinot Noir that's fruity, friendly and complex enough to satisfy those who know and love the grape. This is a perfect case in point.",Blue Moon,15,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 1998 Blue Moon Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1998-blue-moon-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bridgeview
13.5,Red,US,"A tight, rich, dense package, wrapped in just the right amount of French oak. Black cherries are blended with foresty aromas and a dark earthy richness reminiscent of humus. It's all capped by wonderfully vivid and balanced acidity that gives a little extra length to the chocolate-cherry finish.",Reserve,36,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Cristom
,Red,US,"A solid wine with lots of character and a core of ripe, almost sweet cherry fruit. The sweetness is balanced by complex leather, tarragon and earth aromas, and on the palate by an attractive mineral note that continues to the long finish. Crisp acidity and firm tannins provide a good frame for evolution. Cellar for 3 or 4 years.",Reserve,30,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Argyle
,Red,US,"An ultrapure nose and tons of polish and precision define this tasty reserve-style blend of several vineyards. Pretty much an easy-drinker, with an undercurrent of sweet cherries and vanilla. It hits all chords and fades away smooth. Style and power come in proper proportions. Will age nicely for at least five years.",Reserve,36,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"Tree bark and pine needles mark the aromas, adding woodsy complexity and weight to ripe black cherries. Full and somewhat backward, this needs a few years to sort itself out and fully express its generous nature, but you can sense the future now in its power and velvety texture.",Freedom Hill Vineyard,48,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1998 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1998-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"Commanding nose, with cherry, purple basil, mineral and meaty elements. Fine depth of fruit, with sweet-tart and earthy notes, and a brisk mouthfeel. The tangy finish with its tart cherry, mineral and earth complexity holds you a long time. Serious, and fulfills Domaine Drouhin Oregon's promise to make great Pinot Noir on a par with Burgundy.",,38,91,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Drouhin 1998 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-1998-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Drouhin
14.2,Red,US,"An atypically oaky wine for Siduri, with a rich veneer of French oak overlying black cherries, cola and spice. The intensity builds on the palate, where root beer and black cherries culminate in a long, smoky-spicy finish. Needs a couple of years to pull itself together, but the raw materials are all there.",Archery Summit Vineyard,49,91,California,California Other,California,Siduri 1998 Archery Summit Vineyard Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1998-archery-summit-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Siduri
12,Sparkling,France,"Brut nature is a bone-dry style of Champagne, dry well beyond ordinary brut, which lends a steely refinement to the usual toast and fruit. This wine is absolutely built for oysters or caviar. Though it's a rarely seen style of Champagne, this is an excellent effort.",Cuvée Ultra Brut,65,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Ultra Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-cuvee-ultra-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,Sparkling,US,"A very fun and pure-pleasure rendering of California sparkling wine. From some of the best grapes in Mendocino County, Pacific Echo has hit a home run. Delicious pear and apple fruit unfolds in sweet, nutty form. It's creamy yet crisp in the mouth, and thirst-quenching—a nice bonus. Equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.",Private Reserve Brut,32,91,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Pacific Echo 1992 Private Reserve Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-1992-private-reserve-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1992,Pacific Echo
,Red,US,"Aromas and flavors of dark cherry, earth, and leather; lots of toast, too. This is full-stride Pinot made from fine materials, and the mouthfeel is very polished and balanced. Finishes long, with cherry flavors and a complex chalky note. Supple and sophisticated Oregon Pinot Noir.",AVS,40,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Adelsheim 1998 AVS Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1998-avs-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Adelsheim
12,Sparkling,France,"Very stylish, but substantial too, with engaging lemon, vanilla, earth and toast aromas. It's taut and crisp on the palate, where lovely green-apple, lemon and spice flavors shine. A persistent bead, and familiar flavors with an interesting mineral streak play out on the bright finish. Delicious now and will keep well.",Reserve Brut,68,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1995 Reserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1995-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,Australia,"Licorice, berry and mocha cream are major elements in the seductive bouquet. Creamy, concentrated fruit, leather and black pepper on the palate ride the extracted but not too syrupy mouthfeel. This is a rich Aussie Shiraz with dense fruit and lots of oak—but also enough spine to keep its balance.",Reserve,16,91,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heritage Road 1998 Reserve Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heritage-road-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,1998,Heritage Road
12,Sparkling,France,"Pinot Noir character suffuses this wine, imbuing its aromas with a compelling meaty, leathery, sweaty quality. Full-bodied and earthy, it nevertheless shows great verve and liveliness in its brisk, citrusy finish. This is one Champagne that's badly in need of age.",Cristal Brut,179,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1994 Cristal Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1994-cristal-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Louis Roederer
,Red,US,"Multi-dimensional and inviting, the nose offers a melange of cherry, spice, earth and gamy notes. A very supple mouthfeel follows with wonderfully firm, but not biting, acidity. Dark cherry and oak flavors hang on a handsome frame. Closes with a long, spicy finish with beautifully integrated tannins. Has great character; a most impressive example of the vintage and the Knight's Gambit and Red Hills Estate Vineyards.",Knight's Gambit Vyd,40,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,La Bete 1998 Knight's Gambit Vyd Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bete-1998-knights-gambit-vyd-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,La Bete
,Red,US,"This one is all about the seductive and sexy side of Pinot. The ample bouquet is pure elegance, with an atypically rich cherry and chocolate character. The luscious mouthfeel supports the plummy flavor, which is accented by clove, lavender and anise. For a big and chewy wine, there's structure, but overall it's a friendly softy. Drink now or over the next few years.",Nuthouse,40,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1998 Nuthouse Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1998-nuthouse-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Argyle
13.5,Red,US,"Earth and cola notes accent a true Burgundian nose of rustic raspberry and herbs. This is a stylish, reserved wine—one that sits nicely on the palate and glides down smooth while still holding its cards tight to the vest. It should blossom and soften in about three or four years; now it has everything going for it.",Marjorie Vineyards,39,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1998 Marjorie Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1998-marjorie-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Cristom
12.5,Sparkling,US,"It's pale for a rosé, with just the slightest onion-skin or copper color, but the 47% Pinot Noir shows up in the raspberry flavors that fill the aroma. It's there in the flavors, too, which are rich in strawberries as well as Chardonnay's peach and apple ones. Yet it's quite dry and racy, and finishes with some bitterness.",Étoile Rosé,40,92,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Étoile Rosé  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-rose-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
12,Sparkling,France,"Oh yeah! This is the real deal; with a toasty, elegant, wonderfully yeasty complexity. This gives you everything you hope for in a top-drawer Champagne: creaminess, texture, layers of toast, nuts and fruit and a long, racy, satisfying finish.",Brut,56,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Taittinger
13,Sparkling,US,"This lovely wine has classic green-apple and lime aromas that are fully developed, with a nice backdrop of yeast and dough. In the mouth, it's very rich. At eight years, the acids and tannins have modulated, leaving behind a creamy texture. And yet it's still young and will age.",Blanc de Blancs,34,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1992 Blanc de Blancs  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1992-blanc-blancs-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1992,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"Wild roses and forest undergrowth wrap their persistent tendrils around ripe cherries and just a hint of toast on the nose of this complex and seductive offering. Finishes with enough structure to suggest trying again in a couple of years, once the midpalate has filled out.",Bednarik Vineyard,48,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1998 Bednarik Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1998-bednarik-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Panther Creek
12,Sparkling,France,"From a fine house, this bubbly has classic aromas of yeast and lime, with a hint of vanilla and coconut. In the mouth, it's rich and full-bodied, with delicate citrus flavors and good acidity, but very dry. It's mostly notable for balance and harmony. An elegant, smooth wine with a good deal of complexity and finesse.",La Française Brut,43,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV La Française Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-la-francaise-brut-champagne-6722/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
,Sparkling,US,"This is a beautiful wine to look at for the coppery-gold color and the fierce explosion of fine bubbles. Smells luscious, with subtle raspberry, lime, bread and lees aromas. This is the best rosé Handley has ever produced: amazingly rich, long and full-bodied, with the creamy smoothness of Champagne.",Brut Rosé,25,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1996 Brut Rosé  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1996-brut-rose-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Handley
13,Red,US,"Tons of raspberry, vanilla and licorice, backed by spice, coffee and all sorts of size and depth. The complexity is excellent, but so is the straightforward attitude it shows. Given time, it unfolds in layer upon layer of excitement. A gem of an appellation wine; it makes you wonder just how good the Ponzi Reserve will be.",,25,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Ponzi
12.5,Sparkling,US,"From the pale straw color to the delicate citrus and honeyed aromas, this wine strives for elegance and finesse and largely achieves it. Light but suggesting strawberries and limes. Dry, with a rich, creamy texture. Really stands out for elegance and harmony, and finishes on a slightly bitter-almond note.",Étoile Brut,35,93,California,California Other,California,Domaine Chandon NV Étoile Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-etoile-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
12.7,Sparkling,US,"One whiff tells you this bubbly is in a league of its own. It's not the toast or the lees, not the lime-scented fruit or the doughy notes; it's something indefinable, but complex and refined. That pedigree carries through in the mouth, where the fruit is modulated. The impression is of acidity and elegance, although the fruit shows up in the finish. Terrific now, but has the balance and harmony to last for a lot longer.",Brut L.D.,60,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1991 Brut L.D.  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1991-brut-ld-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1991,Iron Horse
12,Sparkling,France,"Still seems quite young—or maybe it will always be a little tight and austere, especially next to its voluptuous older sibling, the '85. Biscuity and yeasty, with an angularity that refreshes the palate.",Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut,200,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Salon 1988 Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salon-1988-le-mesnil-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1988,Salon
12.5,Sparkling,France,"The deep, liqueur-like nose shows almost sweet baking aromas, like egg-enriched breads. Rich and weighty; verging on opulent in the mouth, with honey, almond, orange and apricot flavors. The long spice-and-mineral finish gives it an extra element of class.",Louise,140,93,Champagne,Champagne,,Pommery 1990 Louise  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pommery-1990-louise-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Pommery
14.5,Red,US,"Delightfully piercing and pungent, the brambly bouquet features a little oak-driven caramel to soften up the leather and smoke elements. The mouthfeel is big and cushy, and at first there's lots of vanillin on the red-fruit palate. With breathing, it really opens up and comes together, showing complexity and style galore. Drink now or within three years.",Corral Creek Vyds,39,93,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1998 Corral Creek Vyds Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1998-corral-creek-vyds-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Chehalem
,Red,US,"Brilliant aromatics rise up in layers of fruit, mineral, nutmeg and clove notes. The full, round mouthfeel doesn't confuse weight with intensity. Tart cherry, tar and dried flowers on the palate play into to a seductive finish where the cherry and licorice elements dance on and on. American grand cru Pinot Noir.",Shea Vineyard,48,94,America,,,Panther Creek 1998 Shea Vineyard Pinot Noir (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1998-shea-vineyard-pinot-noir-america/,Pinot Noir,1998,Panther Creek
12,Sparkling,France,"Nutty and doughy, this amazingly complex offering mixes in plenty of citrus fruits, plums, and mineral and floral notes. The juxtaposition of creamy texture and delicacy of weight leaves you wondering, “How do they do that?” It's hard to believe such an ephemeral sip can carry so much flavor.",Brut,51,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Delbeck 1990 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delbeck-1990-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Delbeck
,Sparkling,France,"An enormously complex and rich wine that almost defies description. Golden apples, raisins and pears; bread, cream, vanilla, honey and nuts. The list goes on and on. Full and rich; the mousse is extremely fine and creamy-textured in the mouth. Drinking beautifully now, it will probably hold another ten years or more. Even better than a bottle reviewed last year.",Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut,216,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Salon 1985 Le Mesnil Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salon-1985-le-mesnil-blanc-blancs-brut-chardonnay-champagne/,Chardonnay,1985,Salon
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A strong wine, both in terms of aromas and flavors. There's a delicacy and lightness to the body, but the intensity of its flavors is assaultive; it's a combination of peaches, warm cheese and a hint of something very dry and citrusy. Roquefort notes indicate that there may be some bacteriological problems.",Extra Dry,9,80,Catalonia,Penedès,,Cristalino NV Extra Dry  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Cristalino
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This affordable sparkler starts off with odd, funky aromas that suggest bananas and mushy papaya. The flavors aren't bad, but the wine is austere and awkward, with a rough texture that offers little pleasure. It's just drinkable.",Carta Nevada Brut,7,80,Catalonia,Penedès,,Freixenet NV Carta Nevada Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-carta-nevada-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13,Red,US,"It's got a good color, a pretty ruby, and the aromas suggest sun-dried tomatoes, beetroot, and just the faintest hint of cherry, with sweeter, vanilla-accented notes. Very soft, with low acidity and raspberry-cherry fruit flavors.",,7,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Monterey Vineyard 1999 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-vineyard-1999-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Monterey Vineyard
11.4,Sparkling,Spain,"Astonishingly, there's no aroma at all here, absolutely none. It's like smelling tap water. In the mouth there are some faint flavors of lime, but you have to use your imagination. It is clean and nicely dry, but it's sad to report how empty this wine really is.",Cordon Negro Estate Brut,16,81,Catalonia,Penedès,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Estate Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-estate-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
12,Sparkling,US,"Anyone familiar with native varieties of grapes will recognize the “foxy” aromas and flavors in this otherwise well-made bubbly. The color, attack, acidity and finish are all good, and it's dry as advertised, but that foxiness will be a problem for consumers used to vinifera grapes.",Brut,10,81,New York,New York Other,New York,Great Western NV Brut  (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/great-western-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Great Western
12,White,Italy,"A thin peach nose is the initial impression, followed by good balance on the palate and a decent mouthfeel. Then comes the finish, however, where we detect signs of early oxidation",,5,81,Lombardy,Oltrepò Pavese,,Belmondo 1999 Pinot Grigio (Oltrepò Pavese),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belmondo-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-oltrepo-pavese/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Belmondo
12,Sparkling,Italy,"This sparkling relative of a popular Italian table wine has a floral nose with a perfume quality. “Sweet” is the operative word here, with an almost candied edge to the fruit. It's a quaff for the sweet-tooth crowd, or better yet, for making mimosas.",Extra Dry,12,82,Veneto,Veneto,,Luna Di Luna NV Extra Dry White (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luna-luna-nv-extra-dry-white-veneto/,White Blend,,Luna Di Luna
12,Sparkling,France,"This is a special “Celebration 2000” bottling from this small family-run estate. The nose shows citrus and stone, with a bitter anise streak. Unfortunately, the bitterness carries through on the palate, with a rubbery quality in the finish.",Prestige Cuvée Classe M,50,82,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Prestige Cuvée Classe M  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-prestige-cuvee-classe-m-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A simple and slightly sweet sparkler, although it's labeled seco, or dry. Vegetable-herb notes on the nose open to sweet and earthy flavors. The bead is large and the mouthfeel very soft. Useful for a toast with your older aunties—who tend to like 'em sweet—and fine for mimosas with brunch.",Seco Reserva,9,82,Catalonia,Penedès,,Jaume Serra NV Seco Reserva  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaume-serra-nv-seco-reserva-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Jaume Serra
,Red,Italy,"The ripasso technique consists of passing the already completed “normal” Valpolicella back over the lees of the Amarone in the spring after vinification of the latter is complete. This results in a minor refermentation, adding extra alcohol and flavor. If the latter occurred in this particular version, it is not very evident. There is a modest amount of dry fruit present, but the mouth-searing acids and mouth-drying tannins hurt this wine.",Ripasso,12,82,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Remo Farina 1997 Ripasso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/remo-farina-1997-ripasso-red-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Red Blend,1997,Remo Farina
,White,Portugal,"The essence of jalapeños may be found in this new-wave Sauvignon Blanc. Unfortunately, that's pretty much all there is. It's a bit simple and even seems a bit hollow or overcropped, with a short finish.",QM,11,82,Vinho Verde,,,Quintas de Melgaço 1998 QM Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintas-melgaco-1998-qm-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,1998,Quintas de Melgaço
13.5,Red,US,"Light in color, almost rusty. Fleshy aromas of chunky, brambly fruit also offer a lot of pepper, both black and green. With good body and texture, you're hopeful for more in the mouth, but the fruit is marred by the essence of veggies, even tasting a bit stewed.",,15,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sonoma Creek 1998 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-creek-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Sonoma Creek
12,Sparkling,US,"This beery bubbly, with its flinty fruit and mouth-puckering acidity, is fine for parties or using as a mixer. It definitely sparkles. But it's not Champagne, no matter what Korbel chooses to call it.",Master's Reserve Blanc de Noir,14,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 1997 Master's Reserve Blanc de Noir  (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-1997-masters-reserve-blanc-noir-sparkling-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Korbel
,Dessert,US,"Exaggerated, burnt aromas of sun-dried tomato, raisins and plum liqueur don't roll out the red carpet. Sweet (5.35% RS) and fruity, but also tannic and on the rough, earthy side. Ultimately it finishes short.",Picnic Hill Vineyard Late Harvest,14,82,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Audubon Cellars 1997 Picnic Hill Vineyard Late Harvest Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audubon-cellars-1997-picnic-hill-vineyard-late-harvest-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Audubon Cellars
13,White,Italy,"One of the hallmarks of Verdicchio is its high, lemony acidity. This wine certainly displays plenty of citrus aromas and flavors. Unfortunately, there's little else that's discernable, making it a bit one-dimensional.",,11,83,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,,Sartarelli 1999  Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartarelli-1999-white-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico/,White Blend,1999,Sartarelli
,Red,US,"This wine has very dark flavor characteristics, and is almost completely dominated by the oak barrels (40% American) in which it's been aging for 33 months. That's a long time, and American oak has strong aromas and flavors, perhaps too strong. The tannins are pretty and supple, and the fruit that's buried under all that wood seems lovely, but this wine should have been released two years ago.",Coastal Reserve,22,83,California,California Other,California,Meridian 1996 Coastal Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1996-coastal-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Meridian
13.5,Red,US,"Starts out with rough, earthy blackberry and cassis aromas, with deeper notes of plum and chocolate. Drinks very soft and velvety, almost too much so; seems to lack acidity and vibrancy. At this price, though, you can't expect miracles.",,7,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterey Vineyard 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-vineyard-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Monterey Vineyard
12,White,Italy,"Everything else is okay in this clean, fresh wine, but the meager amount of apple fruit puts it in the lightweight category. Apple orchards abound in the Trentino, and a good dollop of that kind of fruit is what this wine needs to be better and bolder.",,7,83,,Trentino,,Mezzacorona 1999 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Mezzacorona
,Red,US,"This is a very light Pinot Noir. The tannins are soft, as you'd expect, and the flavors tend toward sun-dried tomatoes, herbs and hard spices, with a suggestion of plums, but otherwise there's not much fruit. It's a country-style wine, rugged and rough around the edges.",Coastal,12,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1999 Coastal Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1999-coastal-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1999,Robert Mondavi
12,Sparkling,France,"Champagne producers pick Pinot Noir for sparkling wines less than fully ripe. In this wine, there are some attractive yeasty, bread-dough aromas, but it shows too many of the green herbal and stemmy flavors of unripe Pinot.",Cuvée Brut Rosé,50,83,Champagne,Champagne,,Laurent-Perrier NV Cuvée Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurent-perrier-nv-cuvee-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Laurent-Perrier
,Red,US,"They say the grapes come from Lake, Napa, Sonoma, and Mendocino counties. There are some pretty good black-currant and oak aromas, but the flavors are thin and sharp. It's well made, as you'd expect. Still, the overall impression is lean and austere.",Coastal,13,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Robert Mondavi 1998 Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-coastal-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Robert Mondavi
12.5,Red,US,"At this price you don't expect much, but it's actually pretty good juice. Has all the proper ingredients: blackberry and plum fruit, some spice, and a touch of oak. It's rough, but there's enough good stuff going on to give it a qualified recommendation in the value category.",Reserve,7,83,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Glen Ellen
13,Red,Italy,"Definitely not Zinfandel-like, despite its Primitivo origins; a rather nondescript wine, as a matter of fact. Light cherry overtones are noted on the nose and palate. The tannins are mouth-drying. This is certainly not a good example of how far Puglia has come with this grape. However, it would work fine with a slice or two of pizza.",,5,83,Southern Italy,Puglia,,Terrale 1998 Primitivo (Puglia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terrale-1998-zinfandel-primitivo-puglia/,Primitivo,1998,Terrale
,White,Portugal,"Features citrus-flower and lime aromas. Lightweight, and with a slight spritz, this is a correct and refreshing Vinho Verde, with tart lime and quartz-mineral elements. A blend of 95% Alvarinho and 5% Trajadura.",Torre de Menagem,8,83,Vinho Verde,,,Quintas de Melgaço 1998 Torre de Menagem White (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintas-melgaco-1998-torre-menagem-white-vinho-verde/,White Blend,1998,Quintas de Melgaço
11.5,Sparkling,France,"Earth and hay aromas open to an earthy tart-apple palate. There's an unusual mushroom note overall, and only a faint bead. Although the tart, dry finish is clean, it's low on zip and personality.",Brut,11,83,France Other,Vin Mousseux,,Grandin NV Brut Sparkling (Vin Mousseux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grandin-nv-brut-sparkling-vin-mousseux/,Sparkling Blend,,Grandin
,Red,US,"Starts out with earthy, berryish aromas, and drinks earthy and light, with just a suggestion of berry fruit. Simple and one-dimensional. An everyday wine with a slight tannic bite.",,24,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Folie à Deux
12.5,Sparkling,Italy,"The nose here is odd yet mildly appealing, with perfume and corn tortilla notes. Flower and fruit notes play on a palate accented by a soft mouthfeel and easy mousse. The finish shows a little length and a buttery, honeyed note, but overall it has a disjointed quality.",Vittorio Moretti Reserve Cuvée,100,83,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista 1991 Vittorio Moretti Reserve Cuvée  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-1991-vittorio-moretti-reserve-cuvee-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,1991,Bellavista
11,Sparkling,US,"A very light floral nose opens to an apple-cider and clove palate. The soft mousse and round mouthfeel set up for the clean apple and spice finish. A touch sweet, but it has a relaxed appeal.",Célébre Crémant,15,84,New York,New York Other,New York,Château Frank NV Célébre Crémant  (New York),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-frank-nv-celebre-cremant-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Château Frank
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"There's a spicy tang of lemon zest to the nose, and the wine is made in a fresh, bone-dry style that would go well with a wide variety of spicy/salty/fatty appetizers. But on its own it's too light and neutral to command much attention.",Brut,14,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Parxet NV Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Parxet
12,Sparkling,France,"Crisp and clean, with lemon-lime fruit, a bit of stone and just a hint of licorice. It's simple and straightforward, though it lacks complexity and elegance. It falls off and gets a bit hard and tough in the finish.",Brut,30,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
,Red,US,"Certainly more aromatic than the regular bottling, with black-currant notes, anise and fairly strong charred oak. Dry, with softly complex tannins and some berry fruit, but again, it seems a little light and thin.",Reserve,36,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1998 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1998-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Folie à Deux
,Red,US,"Smells young and juicy, with ripe blackberry, chocolate and olivaceous notes, and a dollop of smoky oak. Drinks fruity and dry, with a bite of acidity, and finishes sharp. Contains a little Merlot from Marin County and some Cabernet Franc from Amador County in the Sierra Foothills",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Schug
7.5,Sparkling,Italy,"Distinctly lime-scented, almost like lime soap, and slightly sweet. There's a clean crispness that reduces the impression of sugar, and a lingering flavor of lime and orange. Like so many inexpensive Italian sparklers, this is flavorful party wine that goes down easy.",Spumante,7,84,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Santini NV Spumante  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santini-nv-spumante-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,,Santini
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"The aromas are a bit candy-sweet, like pink bubble gum and Lifesavers, and in the mouth that impression of sugar is confirmed. The flavors are firmly on the peach side. It's clean, but simple, and finishes a little sugary and syrupy.",Spumante,10,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Freixenet NV Spumante  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-spumante-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
12,Sparkling,France,"An assertive, almost fizzy Champagne that shows crisp, even steely flavors before a short finish. A bit of burnt match can be detected in the back of the palate, and the wine, though perfectly sound, ultimately comes across as short on charm.",Demoiselle Cuvée 21,120,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Cuvée 21  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-cuvee-21-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Vranken
12.5,Red,Italy,"Considered the flagship of the century-old Sella & Mosca fleet, this edition of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon disappoints. The supporting structure is fine, but the cherry fruit present on the nose and palate is too lean. The finish is short, too. This highly regarded wine is just not showing well at this time. Tasted twice with consistent notes.",Marchese Di Villamarina,35,84,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Sella & Mosca 1995 Marchese Di Villamarina Cabernet Sauvignon (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-1995-marchese-villamarina-cabernet-sauvignon-sardinia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Sella & Mosca
11,Sparkling,Spain,"Instantly recognizable in its distinctive black bottle, this perennial favorite shouts “Par-tay!” right out of the glass. Beery, tart and tangy, it's fine by itself but even better as a mixer bubbly.",Cordon Negro Brut,8,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-penedes-6818/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
12.5,Red,France,"Exhibits superripe Grenache aromas and flavors of apricots and cherries, all in a midweight format. Some peppery notes chime in on the finish, adding welcome spice to this otherwise soft and fruity wine.",,9,84,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Mas Neuf 1998 Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mas-neuf-1998-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château Mas Neuf
8,Sparkling,France,"Unusually fragrant, even sharp-edged for a sparkling wine, this has aggressive, Sauvignon-like aromas of thistle, grapefruit and thyme, and those strong flavors carry through on the palate. Nonetheless, it is dry and zesty and clean. If you like these sorts of herbaceous flavors in a sparkler, this one's for you.",,12,84,Rhône Valley,Clairette de Die Méthode Dioise Ancestrale,,Alain Poulet NV  Clairette de Die Méthode Dioise Ancestrale,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-poulet-nv-sparkling-clairette-methode-dioise-ancestrale/,Sparkling Blend,,Alain Poulet
12,Sparkling,US,"Overtly sweet aromas and flavors dominate this upstate New York offering. Wiemer's wines have impressed us before, but this comes off as heavy-handed, with a dense, perfumey quality. It possesses decent length and texture, but the weighty sweetness makes it a better candidate for mimosas or for entertaining those who shy away from dryness.",Cuvée Brut 2000,23,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 1997 Cuvée Brut 2000  (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-1997-cuvee-brut-2000-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,1997,Hermann J. Wiemer
12,Sparkling,France,"Aromas of apple cider, lemon and egg custard open this wine. Similar flavors on the palate, however, bear a bit of a musty note, yet the citrus is definitely there. Overall though, the soft, fizzy mouthfeel and fragrant, almost sweet perfume aromas do not display grand-cru elegance.",Cramant Brut,48,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Delbeck NV Cramant Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delbeck-nv-cramant-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Delbeck
13,Red,US,"Starts off with strong aromas of wintergreen and cola, then settles down to display plenty of  roasted cherries and cedar-sarsaparilla notes. Seems a bit heavy, and a sharp edge of acidity doesn't offset a slight alcoholic burn, but the wine does boast plenty of flavor",Paragon Vineyard,22,84,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Chimere 1997 Paragon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimere-1997-paragon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Chimere
13,Red,Italy,"Emanating from the heel of the Italian boot, close to the beautiful city of Lecce, this is one of Puglia's classic wines. The grapes are Negroamaro and Malvasia Nera. Pleasant cherry-berry aromas and flavors predominate. The structure is ample, as is the mouthfeel. The tannins need some softening. The finish is long. Grilled lamb would make a fine accompaniment.",Riserva,8,84,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Candido 1997 Riserva Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/candido-1997-riserva-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,1997,Candido
12.5,Red,US,"Here's a country-style Cab that won't break the bank but offers solid value. The fruit is light and clean, suggesting blackberries and plums, with oregano and thyme notes and the slightest touch of toasty oak. Tannins are soft but fine, and it finishes very dry.",Coastal,10,84,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1998 Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-coastal-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Callaway
,Red,US,"Curiously not as satisfying as the regular bottling (reviewed May 2000), the reserve sacrifices prettiness in search of power. Too much alcohol adds heat to the mouthfeel, and a vinegary nose distracts from the good fruit.",Reserve,28,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Domaine Saint Gregory 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gregory-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Saint Gregory
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"A pronounced scent of lilacs marks the nose of this wine, making it distinctive, to say the least. It's more traditional in its flavors, with some herbal and strawberry nuances. Finishes a bit short and ever-so-slightly sweet, but a decent quaff.",Brut De Noirs,8,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Freixenet NV Brut De Noirs  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-brut-noirs-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"This just off-dry bubbly marches to the beat of a different drummer. The underlying aromas are of lime, but there's something strong and earthy that suggests dust, warm tree bark, or acrid honey. That penetrating flavor follows through in the mouth, where it turns a little sweet. But crisp acidity and good bubbles keep things balanced and cheerful.",Semi-Seco Reserva,13,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Parxet NV Semi-Seco Reserva  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-semi-seco-reserva-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Parxet
12,Sparkling,France,"There's a distinct and unmistakable scent of rotten eggs in this wine, which usually indicates excessive amounts of sulfur were used during bottling. Apart from that we have a rough and tumble, rustic style with big fruit and a yeasty, chewy finish.",Chardonnay Premier Cru Brut,39,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon NV Chardonnay Premier Cru Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-nv-chardonnay-premier-cru-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Montaudon
13.5,Red,US,"This has to be one of the last 1996's released, and it shows its age in the bricky-orange color around the rim and the bouquet, which is beginning to be dominated by dried-fruit and cigar-box notes. It's losing fruit in the mouth, too, with the flavors, such as they are, tending toward earth, tea and tomato juice. Yet it's got some interesting complexities, and fans of mature Pinots will find lots to dwell on.",Reserve,25,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1996 Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1996-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Newlan
12,Sparkling,US,"It begins with classic brut aromas of citrus, peach and strawberry, with oak, smoke and yeast shadings. But it's surprisingly sweet. Well made and clean, with crisp acidity and nice restraint to the fruit. But those expecting a drier wine will be disappointed.",,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Château Frank 1996  Finger Lakes,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-frank-1996-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,1996,Château Frank
13.5,Red,US,"This light Pinot offers an elegant nose with tart cherry and leathery, earthy accents. It opens to a like palate, but the wine has an essentially lean, even sharp character, with rather high acidity for the thin fruit. Solid winemaking keeps the Pinot Noir character correct here, but the vintage's fruit essentially lacks the desired depth or ripeness.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Brophy Clark 1998 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brophy-clark-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Brophy Clark
11,Sparkling,Spain,"A pleasant, softly fruity bubbly with a tad more sweetness than you'd think from “Extra Dry.” It has some pretty flavors of apple juice with a dash of lime. Crisp acidity and fine, distinct bubbles keep things lively and fresh with this very clean crowd-pleaser of a wine.",Cordon Negro Extra Dry,8,85,Catalonia,Penedès,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Extra Dry  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-extra-dry-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
,White,Portugal,"A fairly full, rich and creamy version of Vinho Verde, with floral and anise aromas. Big and yet refreshing, sparked by some lively spritz. The finish echoes the anise and blends in some bright lime notes as well.",Couto de Frades,10,85,Vinho Verde,,,Quintas de Melgaço 1998 Couto de Frades Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintas-melgaco-1998-couto-frades-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,1998,Quintas de Melgaço
12.5,Red,Italy,"The grapes are Carignan and Merlot. Raim translates as “grape” in the Catalan dialect spoken in some parts of Sardinia. The aromas are light cherry plus some Brettanomyces. On the palate, you experience a full-bodied, well-balanced structure with some rough tannins. The finish is long, showing cherry and earth components. An interesting wine with grilled meats.",Raím,12,85,Sicily & Sardinia,Isola dei Nuraghi,,Sella & Mosca 1996 Raím Red (Isola dei Nuraghi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-1996-raim-red-isola-nuraghi/,Red Blend,1996,Sella & Mosca
13.5,Red,France,"A pleasant, if somewhat light offering, featuring bright Grenache fruit highlighted by red cherries and hints of black pepper. Finishes with a touch of stemmy astringency that adds needed grip.",,10,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Château de Ségriès 1999 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-segries-1999-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,Château de Ségriès
12.5,Sparkling,US,"From one of California's coolest growing regions, the grapes nonetheless achieved the ripeness of white peaches, lending those notes to the aromas and flavors. It's very clean and refreshing. There's a nice toastiness that carries through to the finish, which is slightly sweet and bitter. To be released Spring 2001.",Blanc de Blancs,30,86,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1995 Blanc de Blancs  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1995-blanc-blancs-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Handley
,Sparkling,US,"Full-throttle lime, peach and strawberry aromas come through on the nose, with a trace of toast. It drinks as fruity as it smells. There's some pretty toast and good acidity, and it finishes fruity and a little sweet.",Brut,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV Brut  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
13.5,Red,France,"Another solid showing from one of importer Fran Kysela's stable of Rhône producers. This offering shows plenty of rustic leathery aromas, along with a blend of cherries and blackberries. Not overripe or heavy; the fruit and tanned-hide notes come together in a velour-textured finish.",Domaine Grand Veneur,9,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Alain Jaume et Fils 1998 Domaine Grand Veneur Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-jaume-fils-1998-domaine-grand-veneur-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Alain Jaume et Fils
14,Red,Italy,"Quite tight at the present time, but there are distinct game and leather aromas and flavors. The structure is fine for a young Amarone but the short finish shows only earth tones and not much fruit. The acidity seems a bit high. Try it again in a few years.",,50,86,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Bolla 1996  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bolla-1996-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1996,Bolla
,Red,Portugal,"Some slightly sappy elements mingle with cinnamon and blackberries in the aromas of this complex red. Anise and cherry flavors appear on the palate, along with mild bitter chocolate on the finish. Lots of interesting things here in this medium-weight, food-friendly wine.",Tinto,14,86,Douro,,,Calços do Tanha 1996 Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calcos-tanha-1996-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1996,Calços do Tanha
13.5,Red,US,"A nicely crafted wine with all the attributes of fine Cabernet: plush black-currant and berry fruit, a dose of vanilla-scented oak, and sage notes. Drinks dry and smooth, with a few tannins to shed. Finishes rough, but pretty good, especially at this giveaway price.",Family Selection,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,M. Trinchero 1997 Family Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1997-family-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,M. Trinchero
,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's a vigorous bubbly that impresses for the strength of its acidity and its fine cleanliness. The aroma is shy, even austere, just faintly suggesting diluted lime in water, and the flavors, also austere, are of lime. The wine asserts itself through power. It finishes rough and scoury, yet there's something easy to like about it.",Brut,11,86,,Trento,,Rotari NV Brut  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-brut-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,,Rotari
13.5,Red,Italy,"Believed to be a clone of Grenache, Cannonau is Sardinia's workhorse grape, accounting for 20% of the island's total production. This version is a pleasant everyday wine; the light ruby color belies the inviting cherry-and-earth flavor package and the 13.5% alcohol.",Riserva,11,86,Sicily & Sardinia,Cannonau di Sardegna,,Sella & Mosca 1997 Riserva  (Cannonau di Sardegna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sella-mosca-1997-riserva-red-cannonau-sardegna/,Red Blend,1997,Sella & Mosca
,Sparkling,US,"A clean, lively wine with lemon-and-lime flavors and a hint of cocoa and vanilla, it's rich and dry, with a nice scour of acidity. Turns rich and toasty on the pretty finish. It's rough, but very well made.",Brut,11,86,California,California Other,California,Thornton NV Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Thornton
12.5,Sparkling,US,"It's hard to keep the Chardonnay from getting ripe in California, and so this bubbly has strong, fruity notes from the citrus and peach-accented aromas through the peachy finish. Of course there's toast, and the rough scour of acidity. It's quite clean and refreshing, but definitely a warm-climate sparkling wine.",Blanc de Blancs,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Blanc de Blancs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mumm-cuvee-napa-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,,Mumm Cuvée Napa
,Red,US,"One of the first 1999 Cabs on the market, this wine smells and tastes like the grapes were crushed yesterday. This is what middleweight Cabernet Sauvignon sans oak tastes like: all fresh blackberries and cherries, with undercurrants of espresso and sweet spice. A remarkably tasty wine that should be easy to find: There were 65,000 cases produced.",,6,86,California,California Other,California,Bel Arbor 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-arbor-1999-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Bel Arbor
,White,France,"Soft and pleasant, this white blend offers attractive aromas and flavors. A melange of mild fruit and spice elements makes for very easy drinking, and the mouthfeel is smooth, almost creamy.",,10,86,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Domaine de la Solitude 1998 White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-solitude-1998-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,1998,Domaine de la Solitude
14,Red,US,"Supple and easy to drink, this cherry-fruited wine easily carries its veneer of toasty, caramelly oak. This would be a great restaurant Pinot; versatile with food and in absolutely no need of cellaring.",Reserve,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Barefoot Cellars 1998 Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-1998-reserve-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Barefoot Cellars
,Sparkling,France,"There's a pleasing nose here with some toast and mineral notes. A dry palate follows with lime, herb and mushroom flavors, and the mouthfeel is light and positive. More of the same follows on the finish, with a tasty biscuit note. It's a solid, straightforward sparkler with a refreshing lack of pretense. Kosher, too.",Cremant d'Alsace,18,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Abarbanel NV Cremant d'Alsace  (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-nv-cremant-dalsace-sparkling-alsace/,Champagne Blend,,Abarbanel
,Red,US,"Don't look for Napa-esque depth or richness in South Coast Cabs. The frame is leaner, the flavors more austere. This wine seems thin and sharp, but there's something about it—a sense of terroir, personality, call it what you will—that's likable, even complex. It's a bit aggressive right now, but should soften nicely with 2 or 3 years in the cellar.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Buttonwood Farm
,Dessert,US,"Even before you smell it, you can tell this is a sweetie from the old-gold color and thick texture. Aromas of vanilla custard and crème brûlée, apricot preserves, orange-blossom honey and vanilla. Flavors are extravagantly fruity and sweet, with a honeyed aftertaste that lingers. It could use a bit more acidity to balance out all that sugar.",Reserve Late Harvest,19,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Reserve Late Harvest Riesling (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-reserve-late-harvest-riesling-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Riesling,1998,Geyser Peak
,Sparkling,US,"The lightest of the Thornton lineup marches to the beat of a different drummer. Dominated by Muscat Canelli, the aromas suggest ripe pears, buttered cinnamon toast and candied orange peel, but it's not really sweet. In fact, it's just barely off-dry, with wonderfully rich flavors. It finishes a little sugary, which makes it cloying, but this is a minor criticism. All in all, it's good, unconventional stuff.",Cuvée de Frontigan,11,86,California,California Other,California,Thornton NV Cuvée de Frontigan White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-cuvee-frontigan-white-other/,White Blend,,Thornton
12,Sparkling,Spain,"Bone-dry and austere, this is a wine for people who feel that fruit and sugar have no place in a sparkling wine. The aromas are of sun-baked earth and dust, with a trace of vanilla and white chocolate. All you really experience on the palate is acidity, alcohol and weight, although if you try hard you can imagine a squeeze of lime. It's very clean.",Brut Nature Reserva de la Fami,17,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Juvé y Camps NV Brut Nature Reserva de la Fami  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-nv-brut-nature-reserva-fami-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Juvé y Camps
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Earthy, with good fruit elements on the nose. The wine has many commendable aspects: a good bead and complex flavor elements. But the earthy, mushroom quality hinted at in the nose sits too heavily. Perhaps it's getting on in years, as it seemed more vibrant when tasted last year.",Cuvée M,30,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1994 Cuvée M  (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1994-cuvee-m-sparkling-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Laetitia
12,Sparkling,France,"The extremely pale copper color is reminiscent of a blanc de noirs. Aromas and flavors are yeasty and full of baking spices like clove and cinnamon, along with red apples. The only quibble is that it seems a bit sweeter and heavier than the best rosés.",Brut Rosé,55,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1994 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1994-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Louis Roederer
11.5,Sparkling,Spain,"There's plenty of enjoyment in this modestly priced wine, which has dusty, earthy aromas and just the slightest hint of citrus and melon. It's very dry and faintly fruity. Has a bit of a scouring quality from high acidity, and it's rough, but it's exceptionally clean and brisk.",Brut,9,86,Catalonia,Penedès,,Cristalino NV Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristalino-nv-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Cristalino
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Fragrant; dusty plum and rose aromas are followed on the palate by very fruity flavors of cherries and apple skins. The fine bead and rich mousse result in a creamy mouthfeel. It's all a bit obvious and simple, but undeniably good.",Brut Rosé,83,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart
8,Sparkling,Italy,"This perennial favorite sparkles with tangerine peel, honeysuckle, vanilla, creamery butter and honeyed notes. Very clean and zesty. It drinks as sweet as it smells. Fortunately, the acidity is high and refreshing, the wine exceptionally clean and well-made. Fans of this style will absolutely love it, and there's a lot to like.",Asti Spumante,10,87,Piedmont,Moscato d'Asti,,Martini & Rossi NV Asti Spumante  (Moscato d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martini-rossi-nv-asti-spumante-muscat-moscato-moscato-dasti/,Moscato,,Martini & Rossi
12,Sparkling,France,"Features very bright, almost candied, aromas of cherries and strawberries that are followed up on the palate by a creamy texture and more red fruit. There's a slight hint of green herbs, but it's well under control.",Premier Cru Brut Rosé,35,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Nicolas Feuillatte NV Premier Cru Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nicolas-feuillatte-nv-premier-cru-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Nicolas Feuillatte
14,Red,US,"Making strides for admittance to the Big Boy's Club is Fetzer, with reserve wines like this. A plush, complex, elegant beauty, with classic Bien Nacido notes of sun-dried tomatoes, hard spices and black-cherry fruit, with the required French oak influences. It's a young wine that needs a year or so to open up.",Bien Nacido Vyd Reserve,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fetzer 1998 Bien Nacido Vyd Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-bien-nacido-vyd-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Fetzer
14,Red,US,"About a third of this is Bien Nacido Vineyard (Santa Barbara) fruit; the rest comes from Sonoma. Plenty of cedar, earth and some cherry-tomato flavors in this fruit-forward wine. Strawberry preserves and that darn hint of tomato extend into the finish, along with a fair bit of tannin.",Barrel Select,15,87,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-barrel-select-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Fetzer
12,Red,Italy,"This is the type of wine they love in Emilia-Romagna. A rich berry nose begins things. In the mouth, there's wonderful texture, balance, and a persistent berry finish. Not a complex wine, but a good one--and what a great wine with a pasta dish such as tortellini alla Bolognese. Very drinkable now.",Rubicone,6,87,Central Italy,Emilia-Romagna,,Dalfiume 1999 Rubicone Sangiovese (Emilia-Romagna),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalfiume-1999-rubicone-sangiovese-emilia-romagna/,Sangiovese,1999,Dalfiume
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Very fragrant green floral and apple aromas on the nose yield to a round, soft, full palate bearing light strawberry and apple flavors. It's a bit on the sweet side for a brut, but the aromatics keep it quite interesting and pleasing.",Cuvée Brut,26,87,Lombardy,Franciacorta,,Bellavista NV Cuvée Brut  (Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bellavista-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-franciacorta/,Champagne Blend,,Bellavista
13.5,Red,US,"Although plummy fruit dominates the nose, if you take an extra moment or two you can ferret out a lot more: mint, leather and vanilla, for example. The flavors feature a wintergreen component that adds a welcome degree of individuality to this offering, before fading into a medium-length finish.",Sangiacomo Vyds,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Mayo 1998 Sangiacomo Vyds Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-1998-sangiacomo-vyds-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Mayo
,Red,US,"A solid effort from this fine winery, from a vintage everyone is increasingly admitting was more difficult than it looked. It's as middle of the road as you can get. It strikes all the right notes in terms of ripe, polished black-currant fruit, anise and smoky oak, yet never quite achieves complexity. Nonetheless there's enough harmony and juiciness to satisfy.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Merryvale
13.5,Red,US,"An exuberantly fruity, low-tannin Pinot with quite a bit of charm. Bursting with young, jammy wild-berry fruit, it tastes fruity and very spicy. Has those soft, juicy tannins that make it immediately drinkable, especially with spicy, salty foods.",Vintner's Reserve,17,87,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Vintner's Reserve Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-vintners-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Kendall-Jackson
12,Sparkling,France,"Delicacy and finesse mark this pretty wine. From the slight lime and vanilla aromas to the light, effervescent citrus flavors, it hits all the right notes of elegance. Finishes toasty and clean. This is an easy-to-drink, likable Champagne.",Diamant Blanc Blanc de Blancs,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Diamant Blanc Blanc de Blancs  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-diamant-blanc-blanc-blancs-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
8,Sparkling,France,"Interesting fruit flavors of grapefruit, orange and citrus lead the way, bolstered by lots of bubbles and firm acids. There's a fair amount of sweetness as well, nicely balanced against the powerful, bracing fruit. This wine is probably best served at the end of a meal, with a light dessert of fresh fruit.",Cuvée Prestige,12,87,Rhône Valley,Clairette de Die Méthode Dioise Ancestrale,,Raymond Beck NV Cuvée Prestige  (Clairette de Die Méthode Dioise Ancestrale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-beck-nv-cuvee-prestige-sparkling-clairette-methode-dioise-ancestrale/,Sparkling Blend,,Raymond Beck
12.5,Red,Portugal,"From the Setúbal Peninsula, this 100% Periquita is bright and cherry-laden. Soft and velvety in texture, yet with sufficient acidity to accompany food. Be forewarned: There are some nasty bottle stinks that warrant decanting prior to serving. Best Buy.",Tradicão,7,87,Palmela,,,Quinta da Romeira 1999 Tradicão Red (Palmela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-romeira-1999-tradicao-red-palmela/,Red Blend,1999,Quinta da Romeira
,Sparkling,Spain,"You'll find plenty to like in this bubbly. The aromas are very refined and Champagnesque, with toast, lees, vanilla, spice, charcoal and a waft of citrus. The flavors are similarly of toast and mineral. This is not a fruit-driven wine. It's a little rough around the edges; the bubbles are scoury, not refined. But the price is great, and it is a good value. Should be easy to find, with 90,000 cases produced.",Cuvée Raventos,13,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Codorníu NV Cuvée Raventos Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/codorniu-nv-cuvee-raventos-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Codorníu
,Sparkling,US,"Richer and more austere than the regular brut, and bone dry, it has a steely elegance. The aromas are delicate but suggest citrus fruits and a touch of strawberry. It's very well balanced, with crisp acidity. There's just the slightest hint of fruit on the finish, and then it turns dry and austere again.",Brut Reserve Natural,35,87,California,California Other,California,Thornton 1995 Brut Reserve Natural  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1995-brut-reserve-natural-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1995,Thornton
,Red,US,"The aromas of powerful cedar, cherry, currant and oak suggest great concentration and focus. It's actually a bit light on the fruit and soft in tannins, although the oak is plush and toasty. There's certainly elegance and flavor, but it's a wine to drink now, not age.",Drummond Vineyard,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1996 Drummond Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1996-drummond-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Kunde
12,Sparkling,France,"Boasts fascinating aromas of caramel, soy sauce and meats, with only a small dash of strawberries. This is an assertively flavored Champagne that would shine with game or red meats; it's not a great sipper on its own.",Brut Rosé,290,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Krug NV Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krug-nv-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Krug
,White,Portugal,Wonderful aromas of orange blossoms and cream stay orangey right through to the long finish. Clove and cinnamon nuances provide complexity. Light on the palate and very refreshing; also very different—a unique style of wine. Best Buy.,,7,87,Terras do Sado,,,João Pires 1998 Muscat (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joao-pires-1998-muscat-terras-sado/,Muscat,1998,João Pires
,Red,US,"Herbal, briary, spicy, earthy Pinot Noir, with some black-cherry fruit leading into a pleasantly bitter finish that features coffee and licorice nuances.",Feliz Vineyard,24,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1998 Feliz Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1998-feliz-vineyard-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1998,Brutocao
11,Sparkling,Italy,"Here's an extra dry (meaning slightly sweet) Prosecco which delivers plenty of zip and zest in the mouth. Flavors of citrus rind mingle with hints of burnt sugar, and the profuse, tiny bubbles make it visually interesting as well. It's dry enough to serve as an apéritif, or try it after dinner with a not-too-sweet dessert such as a lemon tart.",,11,87,Veneto,Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,,Canella NV  Prosecco di Conegliano e Valdobbiadene,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canella-nv-sparkling-prosecco-conegliano-e-valdobbiadene/,Champagne Blend,,Canella
12,Sparkling,US,"Schramsberg did a good job with this wine, creating a lush sparkler with generous cascading bubbles, firm Pinot fruit and a tight, spicy finish. This is still hard and even a little bitter at the end; more time in the bottle will bring out all the richness locked inside.",Blanc de Noirs,29,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1996 Blanc de Noirs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1996-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Schramsberg
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Fresh and light, this Champagne shows lots of lemon and lime nuances, with slight green-apple and herb notes. It may deepen and improve with age; right now it's probably best as an aperitif.",Gold Label Brut,45,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Lanson 1994 Gold Label Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lanson-1994-gold-label-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Lanson
13,Red,France,"An effusive, unabashedly fruity wine that's loaded with grapey, black-cherry fruit. Some sweaty-leather notes on the nose bring you back to the Rhône Valley, and a dash of green peppercorns spices up the finish.",,9,87,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,La Bouvaude 1999 Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvaude-1999-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,La Bouvaude
15,Red,Italy,"The new and old in the form of cherry, herbs, spices and dried fruits characterize this Amarone. A supple mouthfeel, full body and long finish are its other attributes. Yes, the tannins are rough, but the price certainly isn't.",Capitel de' Roari,25,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Luigi Righetti 1995 Capitel de' Roari  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luigi-righetti-1995-capitel-roari-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1995,Luigi Righetti
12,Sparkling,US,"A clean, fruity, tart bubbly with a lively mouthfeel and spicy fruit. A nice touch of licorice adds flavor interest, and the balance throughout is impeccable.",Brut,22,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Pacific Echo NV Brut  (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-nv-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Champagne Blend,,Pacific Echo
11.5,Red,Italy,"A slam-dunk to have with tonight's lasagna. It's loaded with black fruit and spices, both on the nose and on the palate. Medium-bodied and well balanced, the finish is delightfully long.",,12,87,Southern Italy,Aglianico d'Irpinia,,Terredora 1999  Aglianico d'Irpinia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terredora-1999-red-aglianico-dirpinia/,Red Blend,1999,Terredora
13.5,Red,US,"Score one for Sonoma Valley and this winery, as the '97 exceeds previous efforts. Lots of enticing deep-berry aromas touched up with leather, dill, and an array of other spices and herbs, even oregano. It's one of those rock-solid winners where the whole is more profound than the parts.",Moon Mountain Reserve,48,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Carmenet 1997 Moon Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1997-moon-mountain-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Carmenet
14.3,Red,US,"Foster's should be a happy new owner of this property. Here there's a concentrated bouquet of smoky, toasty oak and full red fruit backed up by tobacco, bitter chocolate and buttery oak. If you are a fan of heavily wooded wines you'll love this. It finishes extremely smooth and long.",,65,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,St. Clement 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,St. Clement
14.3,Red,US,"Toast, mixed berries and some foresty mint make for an intriguing and inviting bouquet. High-grade currant and cherry fruit, with flashes of tobacco and mildly biting tannins. It's a heavyweight all the way, but one with balance and potential.",Oakville,45,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 1997 Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-oakville-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"A much more concentrated version of the regular bottling. The fruit is still raspberries and cherries, but there is more focus and power, and it's wrapped in smooth milk chocolate. A flat-out delicious bottle of Merlot.",Reserve,45,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1998 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1998-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Canoe Ridge
14.1,Red,US,"Blackberry and vanilla make for a sweet, syrupy bouquet. The fruit on the palate is nice—it's mostly cherry and cassis. The finish is potent and slightly tart. Now it's hard to assess, as it's short on dimensions. Could use some time to integrate its components.",,120,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kathryn Kennedy 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathryn-kennedy-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kathryn Kennedy
13.8,Red,US,"To say the least, it comes out guns blazing and oozing mountain character. Animal and barnyard, coffee and earth, even burnt toast and smoky bacon are all over this wine. Fruit definitely plays second fiddle to the dark, earthy essence of this Cabernet, Merlot and Cab Franc trio.",Miravalle-La Perla-Chevalier,50,89,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 1997 Miravalle-La Perla-Chevalier Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-1997-miravalle-perla-chevalier-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Spring Mountain Vineyard
13,Red,US,"Easy-drinking, this is an example of a lighter, but still very satisfying style of Cabernet. The bouquet is tart berries, cedar, tobacco and rhubarb. Smooth and evenly textured, the palate displays cola and sweet tobacco flavors. Tangy tannins and dried fruit and spice flavors on the finish close this forward charmer from Mendocino.",Private Reserve,30,89,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1997 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1997-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Lolonis
,White,France,"Richly scented with citrus blossoms, mineral and spice. Nicely balanced and light, the flavors are layered and intermingled through an elegant, firm, satisfying finish.",Château de Blagny Premier Cru,45,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 1998 Château de Blagny Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-chateau-blagny-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
12.5,Red,France,"With 60% Grenache, 35% Syrah and a bit of Mourvèdre, this very smooth red is constructed like a mini Châteauneuf-du-Pape. The fruit is presently a bit suppressed, and the wine appears to be in a closed phase right now, but it is still very elegant.",Boreas,19,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Abbotts 1998 Boreas Red (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-1998-boreas-red-languedoc/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Abbotts
,White,US,"In the North Coast, Sauvignon Blanc achieves grassy, herbal, lemony flavors, is tart and a little sour, and has high acidity. So it is with this wine. The trick is to soften it. Winemaker Steve Test has given this one a little French oak but otherwise has chosen to let the vineyard, in Napa's warm northeast corner, express itself.",Juliana Vineyard,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1999 Juliana Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-juliana-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Merryvale
12.5,White,France,"Right away it strikes a fairly harmonious chord—it's fresh smelling, with good weight in the mouth. Nice lemon and grapefruit flavors carry a pithy edge, and there's plenty of length to the finish. The steely backpalate is where you get the acidity. As a whole, it's food-friendly and it shouldn't disappoint.",,24,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,La Poussie 1998  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poussie-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,La Poussie
12.5,Red,France,"Redolent with aromas of pears, strawberries and kirsch, this is a tasty, forward wine that's more charming than sturdy. Less concentrated than you might expect for the appellation, this should be drunk up quickly for its simply delicious fruit.",,12,86,Beaujolais,Morgon,,Georges Duboeuf 1999  Morgon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1999-red-morgon/,Red Blend,1999,Georges Duboeuf
,White,US,"A very oaky wine, displaying bright, flashy vanilla spice aromas riding on top of ripe tropical fruit ones. Drinks very fruity and bright, with flavors ranging from green apples to pears and papayas. A well-made Chard from an increasingly well-regarded region of Monterey County.",,16,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,1998,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,US,"This has got to be one of the earliest releases of '99 Merlot and it smells young, with grapey, syrupy aromas reminiscent of Beaujolais Nouveau. Tastes like it, too, with tremendously juicy, fresh fruity flavors. It's also very clean and swift. Delicious and gulpable, although not especially complex. Best Buy.",,6,86,California,California Other,California,Bel Arbor 1999 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-arbor-1999-merlot-other/,Merlot,1999,Bel Arbor
,Red,US,"Exuberantly fruity, with dark stone-fruit, milk-chocolate, licorice, and oaky-spicy notes. Rich and ripe, with some tartness from high acidity. Dry, with some elegance, and fully ready for immediate consumption.",,18,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schug 1997 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,1997,Schug
13,White,US,"You have to hand it to Rodney Strong for being able to produce 71,000 cases of this wine at such an affordable price. It shares the ripe peach, green-apple, butter, smoke and spice notes of much more expensive Chards, and the crisp acidity, although not the complexity or opulence. But it's a very nice wine, and a good value.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Rodney Strong
,White,France,"Soft and citrusy, with streaks of lime and mineral and a surprisingly long, Burgundian finish. Clean and steely, with no trace of oak. The fine ripe fruit speaks volumes. Best Buy.",Les Deux Moulins,10,86,Burgundy,St.-Véran,,Louis Latour 1998 Les Deux Moulins  (St.-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-deux-moulins-chardonnay-st-veran/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
14.1,Red,US,"A plummy and rich nose, but there's also some varnish to it, even some paint thinner. In the field of big, high-priced players, this one doesn't make the starting lineup. It's a tad too hollow, and while good enough, it seems short on dimension.",,60,86,California,Napa,Oakville,Miner 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Miner
,Red,US,"A pleasant wine with some real complexity. Has light, clean, berry, spice and oak aromas, and tastes soft and fruity, with pretty tannins and very nice acidity. It's a little light in the midpalate, but so well balanced you hardly notice.",,19,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Caterina
,White,US,"Fresh and lightly spicy, it shows lemon and grapefruit flavors and a deft balance. Some of the fruit comes from the excellent Otis Vineyard. Finishes with a nice lift.",,7,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1998 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1998,Columbia Winery
11.5,White,US,"Fragrant and varietally correct, with peaches and apricots filling in the fruit flavors. Big and juicy; made for spicy Asian foods. A nice change of pace from the usual white wine suspects. Best Buy.",,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1999 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1999-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Columbia Crest
14.3,White,US,"Has rich, earthy aromas of loam, mineral and citrus, with hints of riper peaches and pears. Those fruits come out on the palate, with a solid dose of spicy oak. Finishes earthy, with some complexity.",,23,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cobblestone 1998 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1998,Cobblestone
,White,US,"Sur-lie aging, barrel fermentation and all estate-vineyard fruit. Here is a nicely balanced wine with a bit more heft than the regular Kiona bottling. Lime, citrus and banana flavors dominate.",Reserve,18,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Kiona
,White,US,"A very nice wine due to its good varietal character and clean, refreshing quality. Virtually oakless, its citrus, hay, and melon notes shine through. It's dry and tart enough for oysters or clams, and almost anything with goat cheese.",,11,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Adler Fels 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Adler Fels
12.8,Red,US,"Aromas of red berries, cherries, cedar and herbs open this reserved offering. Lean and a bit astringent on the palate now, it offers some berry, pepper and chocolate notes on the palate. It never really opens up, and even thins a bit at the end. Regrettably, it fails to impress in this company.",,45,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Jordan 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jordan-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Jordan
13.5,Red,US,"Has a compelling and complex nose offering pepper, cinnamon, and black cherry, with earthy accents. A medium-weight wine, it shows good balance and sweet-and-sour flavors. The buttered black-toast/popcorn element rides a bit heavy on the cherry fruit. Herzog is on the right track; a few years ago a wine of this quality bearing the Kosher label was inconceivable.",Special Reserve,32,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Herzog 1997 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-1997-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Herzog
13.5,Red,US,"Has a decent texture on the palate, but some difficult earthy, even horsey aromas are hard to get past. The sweet currant, chocolate, and espresso flavors that follow are pleasant, and the wine finishes dry, with chalky tannins and a bitter cocoa note.",,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Santo Stefano 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santo-stefano-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Santo Stefano
,White,US,"Barrel fermented, with toasty highlights. Despite the new oak, it retains its refreshing green-apple and citrus fruit in the tightly wound, concentrated, tart finish. Needs some time in the bottle to smooth the rough edges.",,13,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12.5,Red,France,"Is it the lucid rosy color or the exotic flavor that invokes images of a well-made cup of tea? In this unusual rendering of the world's most idiosyncratic grape, it's both. Floral, light, even dainty, it tastes of strawberries, cream and a little woody spice. For an airy, light-bodied Pinot, this one scores points for expression. The finish is lovely.",Les Tonnelles,19,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 1998 Les Tonnelles Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-1998-tonnelles-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,1998,Dopff & Irion
13,Red,Australia,"This dark, rich, earthy wine is notable for its ultrasoft but pleasing tannins. The fruit veers toward plum and blackberry, but it's not superfruity—rather, it's more restrained, with notes of sun-dried tomatoes and herbs. It turns a little thin on the finish, although there's plenty of spice. Best Buy.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,McPherson Wine Company
14.2,Red,US,"This wine typically requires years to open up; now it's very tight and only offers a modicum of leather, toast and black-currant aromas. The plum and blackberry fruit is chunky, not stylish. The acids are bold, and the tannins are bulky, which masks what charm might be hidden beneath.",,35,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Stonestreet 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Stonestreet
12.5,Red,Australia,"This very fruity blend has some interesting and complex notes on the nose, with herb, chocolate and sweet spice elements. A choice quaff that is soft on the palate, with lots of sweet fruit, it has a slightly tart, bittersweet chocolate note that provides a pleasingly drier, more serious finish than expected.",,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Stonehaven 1999 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Stonehaven
,White,Australia,"Very fresh and accessible, with bright, fairly sweet fruit. The basic orange/pineapple aromas and flavors with slight mint and lemon accents keep this easy drinker right on target. Has good mouthfeel, and enough tang to keep it lively.",,9,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Stonehaven 1999 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Stonehaven
13.5,White,US,"Starts off with earthy apple and peach aromas, with a whiff of smoky oak. This is a young wine, and the acidity is still very high, while the flavors are tight and lean, veering toward the peach and citrus side. It's also very dry. Will probably open up with age, but needs food to show its best.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1999 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1999-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Clos du Bois
13,White,France,"Fresh, tight and properly crisp, there's nothing here to put it in the California-blowsy category. Stone-fruit aromas lead into peach and green-apple flavors. Not much depth, but plenty of refreshing fruit and palate-cleansing verve. Best Buy.",,11,86,Burgundy,St.-Véran,,Georges Duboeuf 1999  St.-Véran,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1999-chardonnay-st-veran/,Chardonnay,1999,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,US,"This is basically Lemberger with about 10% Cabernet Franc blended in. Forward and tannic, it has grapey, blueberry fruit flavors, and a dark iodine/licorice note in the finish. A good-to-drink-right-now, all-purpose red wine.",Blue Franc,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 1998 Blue Franc Lemberger-Cabernet (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-1998-blue-franc-red-blend-lemberger-cabernet-columbia-valley-wa/,Lemberger-Cabernet,1998,Thurston Wolfe
,Red,France,"Dark red fruits, tar and licorice mark the nose. The full red-fruit flavors are solid and the good acidity,  typical of Gamay-based wines, lets them show well. A solid and balanced everyday drinker, it closes with dry, dusty tannins and proves that more than cru Beaujolais can have meat on their bones.",,11,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Louis Jadot 1998  Beaujolais-Villages,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1998-gamay-villages/,Gamay,1998,Louis Jadot
,White,US,"Plenty of spicy oak in this ripely fruity, basically simple wine. Aromas and flavors veer to tropical fruits and spice; technically, it's dry, but it gives the palate impression of honeyed sweetness. Crisp acidity completes the package.",Coastal,12,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1998 Coastal Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-coastal-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Robert Mondavi
,White,US,"Whole-cluster pressing has yielded scents of citrus blossoms and honeysuckle, ripe peaches and lemons. With its high acidity and bright fruit, it's a tangy, food-friendly wine.",Helmick Hill Vineyard,10,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Seven Hills 1998 Helmick Hill Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-helmick-hill-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Seven Hills
,Red,France,"A Merlot-Cabernet blend that starts out a little awkward and then really finds its legs. This is a perfect “beginner's” Bordeaux, in that it's fruity, clean and precise. The lack of complexity and high-end nuances doesn't hurt it at all. A little overoaked, but with airing out it tastes quite good. And it has the stuffing to match with hearty foods. Best Buy.",Bordeaux Rouge,10,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,Marquis de Chasse 1997 Bordeaux Rouge  (Bordeaux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marquis-chasse-1997-bordeaux-rouge-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Marquis de Chasse
13.5,White,US,"Usually exuberantly rich and opulent, this wine, from this vintage, is comparatively thin. There's some polished apple and peach fruit but it turns watery on the palate, and not even a solid dose of French oak can lend it much substance. Turns spicy and oaky on the finish.",Don Miguel Vineyard,25,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 1998 Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-1998-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Marimar Torres
,White,US,"Clean and quite dry, with just a hint of grape sweetness in the finish. The sense of balance and fresh mouthfeel would make it perfect with crab. Best Buy.",Dry,6,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 1998 Dry White Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-dry-riesling-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Riesling,1998,Kiona
,Red,US,"Pretty nose with smoke, cherries and chocolate mixed. Plums and cherries do the fruit dance, creating a balanced, approachable, light-to-medium-weight wine that's drinkable right now.",,20,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kiona 1997 Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Kiona
13.5,Red,US,"Smells very earthy and funky, with a strong hit of green pepper. More bell pepper and some cracked black pepper appear on the palate, which features some currant, licorice and lots of oak. Bright acidity helps it along, but it just can't escape its vegetal core, which holds it back.",Estate Bottled,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1997 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1997-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Eberle
12.5,Red,France,"This wine shows an effusive nose of cinnamon, red berries and banana. Tangy, with moderate to high acidity, and a light, but not insubstantial mouthfeel. The juicy red-fruit flavors are offset by a touch of complexity in the form of a mild tarry note. Finishes dry, with brisk tannins, and should improve over the next 12 to 18 months.",,14,86,Beaujolais,St.-Amour,,Georges Duboeuf 1999  St.-Amour,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1999-red-st-amour/,Red Blend,1999,Georges Duboeuf
12.5,White,France,"Typical Loire aromas of grass, wet stone and grapefruit are marred a bit by sulfur, which could liberally be read as minerals. On the palate, it's lean and trim, yet lively. A light chalky sensation on the back end adds texture.",Pouilly Fume,23,86,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine des Berthiers 1998 Pouilly Fume  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-berthiers-1998-pouilly-fume-white-pouilly-fume/,White Blend,1998,Domaine des Berthiers
,White,US,"From Napa's Pope Valley, this wine features wonderfully rich citrus, melon and spice flavors. Barrel fermentation and sur-lie aging add creamy complexities.",Juliana Vineyard,12,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Audubon Cellars 1999 Juliana Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audubon-cellars-1999-juliana-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Audubon Cellars
,Red,US,"Try blind-tasting this charming wine and guessing the varietals, which happen to be Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre. It drinks a little generically red, but soft tannins, lots of ripe berry fruit, tobacco, spice, and an attractive dryness combine to make it luscious. It's not especially complex, and best drunk young, but this is a style of wine that turns white-wine drinkers into red- wine lovers.",Arabesque,14,86,California,California Other,California,Bridlewood 1998 Arabesque Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1998-arabesque-red-other/,Red Blend,1998,Bridlewood
14,White,France,"Features honeyed, overripe melons that carry only a hint of botrytis. Quite sweet and rich, it's forward, showing plenty of charm while lacking the depth and backbone to improve. Drink now.",Selection de Grains Nobles,41,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 1996 Selection de Grains Nobles Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-1996-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1996,Rieflé
14,White,US,"Ripe and solid, this is a thoroughly enjoyable California example of this Rhône varietal. The wine presents an enticing bouquet of tropical fruits, floral scents, vanilla, even a hint of banana. The palate is medium weight, with citrus and more vanilla flavors. Closes nicely with light spice and toasty accents.",Estate Bottled,14,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1999 Estate Bottled Viognier (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1999-estate-bottled-viognier-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Viognier,1999,R.H. Phillips
,Red,US,"Mostly Red Mountain Cabernet, with some Merlot and Cabernet Franc in the blend. Firm, muscular fruit makes for a nice cassis and cherry core. Stiff tannins but well-balanced and clean.",,20,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kiona 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kiona
,Red,US,"From this longtime Dry Creek producer comes an aromatic, flavorful wine, brimming with blackberry fruit, chocolate and herbs. It's very rich, with soft but complex tannins and a real bite of acidity. A year or two of age will round it out and make it better.",Benchland,27,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 1997 Benchland Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1997-benchland-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1997,Michel-Schlumberger
,White,US,"Good, clean wine, with grapefruit, citrus-rind and light herb aromas and flavors. Very lively and refreshing through the finish.",,9,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 1998 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1998,Kiona
,White,France,"Tart, citrusy fruit, with blossoms and zest and juice all blended into a medium-bodied wine. The finish opens out with some nice toast and vanilla cream. Round and full.",,34,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 1998  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
,Red,Australia,"Full berry and cocoa aromas, a flavorful palate with fluid dark fruit, some interesting herb notes and a touch of bell pepper mark this commendable easy drinker. A complex, slightly bitter chocolate note creeps in on the finish. Great bar and party pour.",,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Stonehaven 1999 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1999,Stonehaven
,White,US,"Shows the class of its terroir in the nutty, tropical fruit and spice aromas, and steely, almost stately quality of the fruit. Drinks dry and crisp, with some complexity of fruit, spice, and oak, and finishes fairly long and ripe.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve,17,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-grand-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Villa Mt. Eden
13,White,France,"Light floral and sweet herb aromas open to a mouthful of grapefruit and mineral flavors in this clean, crisp but not sharp white. The finish is tangy and bright, with stony notes. All in all an enjoyable and refreshing light Chardonnay, with some complexity and style.",Les Mures,12,87,Burgundy,Pouilly-Loché,,Georges Duboeuf 1999 Les Mures  (Pouilly-Loché),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1999-mures-chardonnay-pouilly-loche/,Chardonnay,1999,Georges Duboeuf
13.5,White,France,"Opens with mild petrol and light apricot aromas, layered with butter. But before you discard it as over-the-top, notice the fine acids and long soda-cracker finish. It does well with food and leaves a positive overall impression.",,15,87,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 1999 Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1999-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,1999,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,US,"This is a dark-colored, dense wine, reeking of aromas fresh from the fermenting tank: juicy blackberry and plum and a strong herbal, earthy streak like mulch and mushrooms. It's well made and clean as a whistle, but currently the profile is austere, although some fruity depth on the finish bodes well for the long haul. Cellar for three years before trying.",,35,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 1997 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1997,Robert Mondavi
,White,Australia,"Quite full and toasty, with toffee, butterscotch and tropical fruits, this wine offers lots of weight and a long finish with lemon, butter, and big oak flavors. Attractive, but the wood predominates a bit much. Future vintages will be sourced exclusively from the Padthaway vineyards.",Reserve,29,87,Australia Other,Australia,,Stonehaven 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1997-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Stonehaven
,Red,US,"A little bit (about 6%) of Merlot adds some brightness to this Cabernet. This is a smooth and elegant wine that shows the classic Washington Cabernet flavors of cassis, black cherry, plum and pepper. Well made; the only criticism is its quick, light finish.",,25,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Canoe Ridge
,Red,US,"This is 100% Cabernet from a 25-year-old estate vineyard. There's plenty of vanilla and cassis in the nose, with some pickled volatile acidity lurking about. Firm and earthy, with a hint of mint and some dark, toasty streaks running through the red fruit. High-toned and slightly hot in the finish.",Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kiona 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kiona
,Red,US,"This is the first time Hedges has made Syrah, and it's limited to just 90 cases. Good color, with a spicy, mildly peppery nose. Still quite hard and tight, it needs more time in the bottle to knit together.",,32,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1998 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1998,Hedges
12.5,Red,France,"An attractive wine that might be called “upscale rustic,” with its earthy plum, mineral and leather aromas and flavors. Full and tangy on the palate, it is already a great match for hearty food, and can be cellared as well, for two to five years.",Cuvée Prestige,12,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Roubaud 1998 Cuvée Prestige Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubaud-1998-cuvee-prestige-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château Roubaud
13.5,White,US,"A richly fruity wine marked by tropical fruit and spice aromas and flavors, and a rich, creamy texture. Has a slight burn in the mouth from alcohol and spice that calls out for food.",Barrel Select,12,87,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Barrel Select Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-barrel-select-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Fetzer
13,Red,France,"Heavy on the earth and leather, but it's all backed up nicely by clove-spiced black cherries and a lush, velvety mouthfeel. Turns a little tart and tannic on the finish, but just enough to let it age comfortably for a few years.",Saussilles Premier Cru,43,87,Burgundy,Pommard,,Domaine Mussy 1998 Saussilles Premier Cru  (Pommard),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mussy-1998-saussilles-premier-cru-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1998,Domaine Mussy
,White,US,"The deep green-gold color and bananas-and-crackers bouquet suggest the full barrel treatment was used here. Full, fleshy and ripe, it tastes like mashed bananas in butter sauce...in a good way. Finishes short and a bit sharp.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bookwalter 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookwalter-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Bookwalter
,Red,US,"The blend is 79% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 7% Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine is clear and bright, with sweet blueberry and cherry fruit and a pleasant whiff of barnyard. Very soft tannins and acids make for an easy-drinking red wine that would make a terrific house pour.",Red Table Wine,14,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1998 Red Table Wine Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1998-red-table-wine-bordeaux-style-red-blend-merlot-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Canoe Ridge
,White,US,"There's a part of this small lush valley, poised between fog and sun, that gives Sauvignon Blanc an extra edge of interest, combining the grape's citrus, weedy character with fatter ones of apricot and honeydew. This is that kind of wine. Thirteen percent Sémillon adds cashew and fig notes, while high acidity keeps things bright and crisp. Nice value, too.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1999-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Buttonwood Farm
13.5,Red,US,"Candied red fruits and a weedy note on the nose immediately indicate that this is on a different track. There's good fruit with raspberry and plum flavors and a juicy, almost creamy texture. Finishes with tart red-berry flavors; it is pretty, but doesn't have the weight or flavor range to rate higher. Drink now.",Rancho Salina Vyd,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Imagery 1997 Rancho Salina Vyd Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1997-rancho-salina-vyd-red-sonoma-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Imagery
14.1,Red,US,"Dense cedar and toast aromas wrapped around a core of blackberry fruit with nutmeg accents mark the nose and palate of this big, lavishly oaked wine. The texture is smooth and the mouthfeel supple, but the oak is far more apparent than the fruit. The finish is long, with full mouth-coating tannins and tangy, smoky notes.",,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paoletti 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Paoletti
14,Red,Australia,"Engaging, complex aromas of cassis, violets, smoked meat, leather and herbs open this darkly-fruited Shiraz. Licorice and spice notes accent the black-plum flavors on the full palate. The tangy finish has ample tannins, while an anise, tart fruit note adds interest on the back end.",,17,87,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Stonehaven 1998 Shiraz (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-limestone-coast/,Shiraz,1998,Stonehaven
,White,US,"A very fine wine brimming with tropical fruits, vanilla, exotic spices, dark honey, and plenty of charred oak. The immediate palate attack is intensely fruity and spicy, with a penetrating acidity that spreads across the tongue. Strong, lots of flair, and none too subtle-the sort of wine that will please a crowd.",F.O.S. Reserve,22,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1998 F.O.S. Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1998-fos-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1998,Jekel
,White,US,"The blend is about two-thirds Pinot Gris and one-third Viognier. Pretty orange-blossom scents lead it off, and it has good acid balance and lots of lemony fruit. Yet it still feels like two separate wines coming together. Spice and pear flavors open up in the glass with a little swirling.",Pinot Gris - Viognier,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 1999 Pinot Gris - Viognier White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-1999-pinot-gris-viognier-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,1999,Thurston Wolfe
,Red,US,"The blend is 80% Zinfandel and 20% Petite Sirah. The nose is forward, with rich, ripe scents of plummy fruit and zingy spice. This is a lively, tart, zippy wine with attractive flavors. The fruit mingles plums, apples and berries; it's distinctive-very spicy and fairly lightweight, but still quite flavorful.",Burgess Vineyard,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 1998 Burgess Vineyard Zinfandel (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-1998-burgess-vineyard-zinfandel-columbia-valley-wa/,Zinfandel,1998,Thurston Wolfe
,White,US,"Honey and pears on the nose. Bone dry, this wine offers bracing acidity, a crisp fruity core, good focus, and a hint of vanilla on the finish. Very pretty nose; fine food wine.",,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Seven Hills 1999 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1999,Seven Hills
13.5,Red,US,"There are some lovely cherry and Asian spice notes on the nose, then heavy toast and earth elements take over. A lean mouthfeel and coffee finish with slightly astringent tannins leave a slightly awkward impression. Give it two to four years and it might just even out; will last til 2006.",Reserve,36,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Folie à Deux
12.5,Red,France,"Lovely Grenache aromas of orange peel and nutmeg open up this tasty country-style wine. Cherry and strawberry flavors display a touch of rusticity, but not too much: It's mostly about clear and clean fruit expression, and it finishes light and airy. An excellent choice for patio dining or with lunch.",Tradition,13,87,Rhône Valley,Costières de Nîmes,,Château Roubaud 1998 Tradition Red (Costières de Nîmes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roubaud-1998-tradition-red-costieres-nimes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Château Roubaud
,White,US,"Here's a ripe, complex white wine with aromas and flavors ranging from tangerines, apricots and bananas to malted chocolate milk. It tastes very ripe and fruity, with a soft, creamy mouthfeel like peach syrup. There might be just a tad of residual sugar in there, but it's basically a dry wine.",,12,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1998 Marsanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1998-marsanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Marsanne,1998,Buttonwood Farm
14,Red,Australia,"A bouquet of dark red fruits, black currants, tobacco, and foresty green-pepper elements announce this well-balanced wine. The cassis, dark berry and plum core bears an herbaceous mantle, but with style, in a Bordeaux-like manner. The finish is long with sweet, positive fruit and good tannins.",Reserve,40,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Stonehaven 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Stonehaven
,Red,US,"Very aromatic for Merlot, with ripe, sugary blackberry and black- cherry aromas. Tastes deeply fruity and sweet, with plenty of berry flavor and a kiss of oak. Not especially complex, but the ripe sweetness and purity make it a very likable wine. Contains 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Rodney Strong
,White,US,"This wine, from the man who invented the name ""Fumé Blanc,"" is not for everyone. It's way on the citrus, hay, and gooseberry side of the chart (as it is in every vintage), making for a lean, tart, almost sharp drink that some will find sour despite softening with 6% Sémillon and lees aging. Others will appreciate the sleek, almost severe elegance. Again, a wine that absolutely demands the right foods.",To-Kalon Vineyard Reserve,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1998 To-Kalon Vineyard Reserve Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-to-kalon-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Robert Mondavi
13,White,France,"A round and attractive white wine with slightly musky pear and sweet hay aromas that open to melon and mild peach flavors. The pear element returns along with a slight spicy note on the clean finish, which shows good length.",Côte de Rouffach,19,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 1997 Côte de Rouffach Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-1997-cote-rouffach-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Rieflé
12.5,White,France,"From the Côte de Rouffach area, this is a wine that's eminently alive. Apricot, nectarine and mango comprise the all-fruit nose and palate. All in all, it's like a peachy parfait. If you dig deep you'll find some of those custard, stone and petrol nuances that give Alsace Rieslings their character.",Gaentzbrunnen de Pfaffenheim,19,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 1995 Gaentzbrunnen de Pfaffenheim Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-1995-gaentzbrunnen-pfaffenheim-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1995,Rieflé
13,Red,US,"Red fruits, mostly red plums and cherry, on the bouquet. Typical of Trefethen, it's reserved and streamlined. Has what it takes for pleasurable early drinking. It's going to do its best as a wine for current consumption.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Trefethen
14.2,Red,US,"Red currant, rhubarb and some cherry tomato combine to create a Pinot-like nose. Oak kicks in in the mouth, adding chocolate notes to the overall red-stone-fruit character. In this field it has a light feel, almost a weightlessness. Don't expect big, rich California Cabernet here.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fife 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Fife
14.2,Red,US,"Cocoa and cherry carry a nose that features some green pepper and barnyard. Mild berries on the palate, with a leafy-earthy quality. Doesn't have the stuffing of many Napa Cabs, and in that sense it sports Bordeaux-like tendencies. For a lightweight rendition, give it a try.",,45,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Elan 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elan-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-atlas-peak/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Elan
13,Red,US,"A rich dark-cherry- and blackberry-dominated wine, with lots of oak and vanilla accents on both the nose and palate. Even-textured, with good balance, it sports a nicely structured finish with full tannins and a chalky feel. Give it another year, then drink to 2010.",,33,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Burgess
13,Red,France,"There's a youthful and dominant smashed-berry element to the bouquet. A little bit of citrus rind and nutmeg add nuance to an otherwise full-blast and friendly southern Rhône quaffer. Has balance, style and a woody finish. Best Buy.",Les Traverses,9,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1998 Les Traverses Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1998-traverses-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Dessert,US,"Pineapple, honeysuckle, baked apple and citrus all blend together in the nose. On the palate it is sweet but not too sweet, with good acid balance and just 10% alcohol. It adds up to a light, flavor-intensive dessert wine, with good concentration and appeal. Best Buy.",Late Harvest,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kiona 1999 Late Harvest Muscat (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1999-late-harvest-muscat-columbia-valley-yakima/,Muscat,1999,Kiona
,Dessert,US,"Delicate, elegant and floral, with light flavors of white peaches and citrus blossom carrying over to a lingering, nicely knit, stylish and elegant finish. Just 10% alcohol. Best Buy.",Late Harvest,7,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kiona 1998 Late Harvest White Riesling (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-late-harvest-riesling-white-columbia-valley-yakima/,White Riesling,1998,Kiona
,White,US,"A wonderful nose mixes pineapple/tropical fruits, honeysuckle and some spicy herbs. The crisp and clean flavors are of green berries, melon and vanilla. Best Buy.",Fume,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1999 Fume Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1999-fume-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Hedges
14.2,Red,US,"Very black-fruited and equally heavy on the toasted oak, which together yield a menthol-and-mint aroma package. A bit of a love-it-or-leave-it wine, as its extreme oaking leaves the impression of espresso and char. The finish is on the short side, and the body a bit hollow given its gigantic proportions.",Estate Bottled,90,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Legacy 1997 Estate Bottled Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/legacy-1997-estate-bottled-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Legacy
14.7,Red,US,"This wine's nose offers cherry and caramel, but also unusual tomato and other vegetable notes, though in an appealing manner. Claret-weight and lean but not hard, it has a ripe berry flavor and a bell-pepper note in the mouth. It finishes with tobacco and herb accents, and a spicy note; can be drunk now through 2008.",Lost Vineyard,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Snowden 1997 Lost Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snowden-1997-lost-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Snowden
,Red,US,"This eccentric blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah, Merlot, and Sangiovese achieves unusual finesse and complexity for a Paso Robles red wine. The aromas are of indeterminate wild berries, cassis, oak, and mint. Tastes very rich, dry and ripe, with gorgeous, sweet fruit, cocoa and spice. Tannins are soft and plump.",,35,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Treana 1997 Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-1997-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Treana
,White,US,"If you like oaky, creamy Sauvignon Blanc built along Chardonnay lines, this one's for you. Lemon-and-lime flavors, really bright and pure, stand out sweetly (it's actually dry). But barrel fermentation and lees aging add an extra layer of buttery richness. It's not an ager, but it sure is delicious now.",Reserve,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
,White,US,"From a good vineyard and produced by a winery with a long track record for this varietal, this complex wine suffers only from light fruit, a consequence of the vintage. The grapes failed to achieve lush, deep flavors, but the finest winemaking possible has turned it into a silk purse, resulting in a wine of great elegance.",Dutton Ranch,35,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Merryvale 1998 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Merryvale
14.6,Red,US,"A proprietary blend that tends to a sweet caramel-cinnamon and baked-apple aromatic and flavor profile. Cola, prune and herb elements define the flavor palate, and the feel is very smooth, even lithe. Sweet black fruits, espresso and caramel flavors play on the long finish. Unusual and appealing, but just a bit shy of the stuffing sought here.",M. Coz,100,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1997 M. Coz Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-coz-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"Has very tight fruit, but it's deeply appley, with opulent cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger spice. Also drinks spicy and rich. Has a wonderfully deft, supple mouthfeel, and is quite dry. A fine example of a North Coast Chard that's clean and well crafted.",Block Collection Big River Ranch,23,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Block Collection Big River Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-block-collection-big-river-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Geyser Peak
14.1,White,US,"Marked by powerful oak influences and sur-lie aging, this Kunde offering features strong, forward aromas of the ripest pears and apples, but maintains a light quality on the palate.",Wildwood Vineyard,20,88,California,California Other,California,Kunde 1998 Wildwood Vineyard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-wildwood-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Kunde
14.1,White,US,"Toasty, smoky aromas from new oak come close to concealing shy apples and citrus fruits, but the strong spicy flavors assert themselves on the palate. A very long finish completes the picture.",Kinneybrook Vineyard,20,88,California,California Other,California,Kunde 1998 Kinneybrook Vineyard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-kinneybrook-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Kunde
13.5,Red,US,"Tobacco and some green pepper on an otherwise fruity plain. When you think of cru bourgeois Bordeaux, this fits the image and flavor profile. It's lean, but balanced. Tea and licorice are definable on the finish.",,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Arbios 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arbios-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Arbios
12.5,White,France,"An intense nose of toasted walnuts and vanilla is balanced by a palate full of tart pear and lemon fruit. The citrusy finish lingers, picking up smoke and spice notes that turn slightly drying. Try in 2002.",Les Vaillons Viellies Vignes Premier Cru,46,88,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 1997 Les Vaillons Viellies Vignes Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-1997-vaillons-viellies-vignes-premier-cru-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1997,Domaine Laroche
13,Red,US,"Quite black, with an espresso-like streak from start to finish. The plum and earth aromas and flavors are wrapped in a high toast envelope here. So dark it's almost hard to read, and at times it seems a bit heavy; but in the end it is likable, with burnt sugar and crème brûlée on the finish. Drink from 2004 until 2012.",Reserve,80,88,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Chimney Rock
14.5,Red,US,"Tobacco and pepper combine to create slight stable aromas. Black- and red-berry fruit is chunky, with a mild burn. More rustic than refined, with a dry, clipped finish. If you like your Cabs big and viscous, try this one.",Kasper Vyd,41,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bartholomew Park 1997 Kasper Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartholomew-park-1997-kasper-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Bartholomew Park
14,Red,Australia,"Dense, with plum-prune, coffee and chocolate aromas, this wine offers very ripe dark-fruit flavors accented by tobacco and cedar shadings. The mouthfeel is big, but very easy, even soft; with a little more spine-acidity and tannins-this wine could merit a higher score. Still, it's a very pleasing and promising first offering.",,18,88,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Stonehaven 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Stonehaven
14,Red,Australia,"A full, not overly extracted style of Shiraz with deep aromas of licorice, earth, tar, prunes and a lovely creamy note. Plum and blackberry flavors with soy and smoke accents fill the palate, and as the wine closes it displays good length with fruit and spice flavors.",Reserve,46,88,South Australia,Padthaway,,Stonehaven 1996 Reserve Shiraz (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1996-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-padthaway/,Shiraz,1996,Stonehaven
,White,US,"Bright orange-blossom scents mingle with spices and limes; there's plenty of acid despite the 1.9% residual sugar. Soft fruit on the palate, where it's elegant, in a sensual way. A perfect summer white.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1999 White Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1999-riesling-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Riesling,1999,Seven Hills
,White,France,"Scents of pineapple and hazelnuts open into a lush, spicy, forward, slightly toasty wine with immediate drinkablility and appeal.",,40,88,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 1998  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
13,Red,Australia,"Quite lively and solid, offering loads of black currant and bramble on the nose, and ripe dark fruit with smoky accents on the palate. The mouthfeel is supple, with a nice peppery tang, and it finishes well, with tart berry and licorice notes.",,9,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Stonehaven 1998 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1998,Stonehaven
13.9,Red,US,"Packed in upfront, with some atypical grassy, wildflower aromas. Chunky fruit and Port-like flavors make a statement, as does a black-tea note on the finish. Slightly clumsy now, the hope here is that some time in the cellar will help weld any incongruent elements.",Vineyard Reserve,65,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Liparita 1997 Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-1997-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Liparita
12.5,Red,France,"The proverbial Burgundian barnyard is on display here. Horsehide and hay are detectable, but are by no means bad or overbearing. The palate is deep and very solid. It's more country-style than refined, which makes it well suited to casual drinking. Will benefit from a couple of years of bottle age.",,22,88,Burgundy,St.-Romain,,Alain Gras 1998  St.-Romain,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alain-gras-1998-pinot-noir-st-romain/,Pinot Noir,1998,Alain Gras
14,White,France,"A number of intense aromas and flavors make this Rhône-varietal white very appealing. Ripe apple, melon, honey and anise aromatics open to a full palate of melon, white peach and spice flavors. Fruit-driven, but with great balance, a nice chalky feel, and considerable depth and intensity.",Caurus,17,88,Languedoc-Roussillon,Languedoc,,Abbotts 1999 Caurus White (Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-1999-caurus-white-languedoc/,White Blend,1999,Abbotts
,White,US,"A new wine from a new winery. It's actually from a warm easterly section of Napa, Pope Valley, that seems to coax honeydew and watermelon flavors from the grapes. The wine, which is very dry, has been given the royal treatment, with barrel fermentation and extended lees aging, so there's that lovely creamy mouthfeel; malolactic fermentation softens it even more. Pretty lush stuff from a winery to watch.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Eagle & Rose Estate 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eagle-rose-estate-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Eagle & Rose Estate
,White,US,"Smells oakier and fruitier than the regular bottling, with pretty peach and green-apple notes. There's a fair amount of richness on the palate. The fruit is spicy and ripe, and the oak adds spice and a sappy sweetness. Very balanced and likable, and certainly a nice food wine.",Reserve,17,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hoodsport 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-1998-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1998,Hoodsport
13.5,Red,US,"An inviting and fragrant nose of blackberry, soy, vanilla and pine opens this medium-weight offering. Tangy, with tart berry, brown sugar and tobacco, it has a bracing mouthfeel with firm acidity, reading almost like a Tuscan red on the palate. Tart and sweet, the finish is brisk.",Reserve Bella Vista Vineyard,41,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Guenoc 1997 Reserve Bella Vista Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1997-reserve-bella-vista-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Guenoc
,White,US,This wine sports a green-apple and pear nose with some extra weight from barrel fermentation. Well-balanced and right on the border between stainless- steel and barrel-fermented styles: steel meets butter on the palate. Best Buy.,,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Covey Run
,Red,US,"Columbia's second-tier Syrah uses Red Willow fruit from young plantings. The wine has a lovely black-plum color, and it's softly scented with chocolate, pepper and berries. Youthful, vibrant and sharp-toned, with the tart fruit cloaked in smooth, chocolaty tannins.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1998 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,Columbia Winery
,Red,US,"Clear, bright and fragrant, with a soft and seductive nose. This is a wine that can only be called pretty, with a light floral component to it—roses maybe. There's lots of ripe black-cherry fruit, some raspberries, and a chocolaty edge. It's made for drinking right away, but structured enough for near-term aging.",,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Canoe Ridge
13.2,Red,US,"Crisp in the nose, with nuances of graham cracker, menthol, mushroom and herbs. Those herbal notes carry into the flavor profile and mix with plum and oak. It opens up a little and becomes fairly friendly on the finish, where the tannins are medium.",Olive Hill Estate Vyds Special,100,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 1997 Olive Hill Estate Vyds Special Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1997-olive-hill-estate-vyds-special-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,B.R. Cohn
,White,US,"Barrel fermentation, with the full malolactic treatment, yields a ripe, buttery wine that sets up rich and plush on the palate. Despite the fat, buttery style it isn't overblown or flabby, and lingers through a clean, polished finish.",Vintner's Select,20,88,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Bookwalter 1997 Vintner's Select Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bookwalter-1997-vintners-select-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Bookwalter
,White,Australia,"Opening with an attractive buttery, leesy, toasty oak nose, this Chardonnay shows good fruit complexity, blending stone fruits, citrus and melon flavors against an appealing mineral-chalk element. Good mouthfeel and a lengthy finish complete the package.",,17,89,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Stonehaven 1999 Chardonnay (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonehaven-1999-chardonnay-limestone-coast/,Chardonnay,1999,Stonehaven
14.5,Red,US,"Plummy aromas, black-cherry and oak, and accents of vanilla and cream. It's tight now, fairly begging for time to unfold. Presently the cherry core borders on tart. With time it should soften.",Founder's Estate,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Trinchero 1997 Founder's Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1997-founders-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,M. Trinchero
12.5,White,France,"Crisp, with grapefruit aromas and flavors, this is textbook Loire Sauvignon Blanc. A mild smoky, mineral note adds complexity, and the full fruit is clean and ripe, yet not at all sweet. Pulls it all off with lots of class and style. This is still the model the New Zealanders are using in their Sauvignon Blanc efforts.",Pouilly Fume,20,89,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Domaine Denis Gaudry 1999 Pouilly Fume  (Pouilly-Fumé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-denis-gaudry-1999-pouilly-fume-white-pouilly-fume/,White Blend,1999,Domaine Denis Gaudry
14,Red,US,"The bouquet offers intensely jammy prune and black-currant fruit, with tobacco and vanilla shadings making an appearance. Dark blueberry flavors, with some mint and a light orange-citrus note. Full grapey mouthfeel, a long finish, and dusty tannins. Almost drinkable now, but best after 2002 and until 2010.",Elevage,52,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Chimney Rock 1997 Elevage Red (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1997-elevage-red-napa-stags-leap-district/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Chimney Rock
,Red,US,"Dark, rich, and ultraripe yet balanced, this wine has plenty of charm. You can taste the warm California sunshine in each ripe sip. All kinds of wild berry and dark stone-fruit flavors mingle with spices and herbs, with a smoky, oaky overlay. Not great wine, but completely satisfying, and one that most will find lip-smackingly delicious.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bridlewood 1998 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1998,Bridlewood
13.5,Red,US,"A big mouth-filling offering with lots of oak/cedar and coffee/mocha shadings. Sweet-and-sour stewed berry flavors and black-toast accents play on the fairly large-scaled palate. A tart chocolate note enters on the finish, which displays firm but fine tannins. It's the best Cabernet we've ever tasted from this Kosher winery, and it should improve over the next two to four years.",Special Edition Warnecke Vyd,42,89,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Herzog 1997 Special Edition Warnecke Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-1997-special-edition-warnecke-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Herzog
12.5,Red,US,"A mix of Cabernet, Cab Franc and Syrah, this out-of-the-ordinary blend is a little funky and meaty, but still offers lots of juicy black fruit and a whole lot of toasted oak. If any one thing announces itself here it's the wood, which keeps everything austere and maybe a touch overcharred.",Concept,42,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 1997 Concept Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-1997-concept-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Cain
13.5,White,US,"On one level this is a straightforward wine, varietally correct with lemony flavors. It's very dry and tart, with some nutty, oily nuances from 12% Sémillon. However, it has that undefinable something that makes it elegant and interesting. You find yourself reaching for it when richer, oakier, lusher wines pall.",Reserve,22,89,California,California Other,California,Merryvale 1999 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Merryvale
14,Red,US,"Cassis, blackberry and coffee aromas are 100% typical of Napa Cabernet. It's a clean, well-cut smoothy that may not top the charts in complexity, but for a straight-ahead Cab, it's got it all. Drink soon; the chewy palate says, “I'm ready.”",Rutherford Hillside Reserve,65,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1997 Rutherford Hillside Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1997-rutherford-hillside-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"Blueberries, plums, and especially cherries, with a lovely, soft, beguiling bouquet of rose blossoms and chocolate. Crisply structured, with tight fruit, soft tannins, and a medium-weight, extended finish.",Seven Hills Vineyard,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1997 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1997-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1997,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"Blended with a small amount of Merlot (10%), this wine sends up a classic bouquet of cassis and berry, with a nice hint of mint. It's well crafted, but tight and a little hard yet, especially in the finish. Built for aging.",Seven Hills Vineyard,25,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1997 Seven Hills Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1997-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Seven Hills
,Red,US,"The aromas are much more closed and dense than the regular bottling. Airing reveals plum, currant and cinnamon, and a good dose of toasty oak. Thick and dense, with fine fruit, intricate tannins, and oak. Delicious now, but will gain complexity with short-term aging. Only 329 cases produced.",Heritage Reserve,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1997 Heritage Reserve Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-heritage-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1997,Schug
,White,US,"The lovely, lushly fruity nose features plenty of buttery, roasted walnut scents from new oak fermentation. Despite the oak, it retains its freshness and acid balance, keeping it lively through a long, toasty finish.",Otis Vineyard,50,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1998 Otis Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-otis-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1998,Columbia Winery
13.9,Red,US,"A little prune, cherry and tobacco mix on the nose with some leafiness, creating a bouquet similar to Bordeaux. Black cherry and licorice are the predominant flavors, and in the end game there's a subdued coffee-tinged, reserved character to it.",SLD,45,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1997 SLD Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-sld-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Robert Mondavi
13.5,White,US,"They took only the best fruit they could find for this expensive wine, and made only 1,280 cases of it. Using every Burgundian trick in the book, winemaker Steve Test has created a rich, creamy wine, long on smoky oak and yeasty lees, with impressive spice and fruit that veers toward peaches and more tropical notes.",Silhouette,55,89,California,California Other,California,Merryvale 1998 Silhouette Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-silhouette-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Merryvale
14.5,Red,US,"Rich, dense and cool, with an overt menthol streak. The fat, tangy fruit has a cedar edge and also a pronounced piercing quality. Round, voluminous, tannic and in general quite big. Now the wood is a bit heavy-handed. A year or two on its side should help it along.",Reserve,39,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Merryvale
13.7,White,US,"The aromas are similar to the above wine, maybe a little less forward and earthier, but still dominated by tropical fruit and oaky complexities. It drinks quite a bit softer, though, with lower acidity, which makes it seem richer, fatter, and more user friendly. You can taste the pretty fruit on the finish.",Reserve,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.8,White,US,"Bright, forward fruit and spice characterize this very rich, complex wine. The aromas veer toward banana and ripe peach and pear, with oriental spices, vanilla, and toast. In the mouth, the flavors are fruity, with a leesy streak. High acidity makes it a little sharp, while the texture is creamy. All in all, it's very balanced, except for that sharpness, which a year or two of aging should mellow.",Beckstoffer Ranch,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1998 Beckstoffer Ranch Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1998-beckstoffer-ranch-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.6,Red,US,"Interesting aromatics of cumin, tree bark, chocolate and more on top of black fruit: cassis and plum, mostly. Oak and currants bring it home, with a fair share of toasted oak speaking up on the finish. Rich, plush and drinkable almost immediately.",,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Karl Lawrence 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-lawrence-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Karl Lawrence
14.5,Red,US,"A creamy drop of vanilla turns the red fruit this way and that; at one moment it's peppery and offers tastes of fennel, and then it is pure plums and cassis. Dry, dusty and earthy, this wine shows solid fundamentals. The early line is for a strong future.",Reserve,35,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,Red,US,"Black fruit with a touch of prune and meat on the nose. Oak-lashed plums and currants in the mouth taste a bit burnt from the wood treatment. A woody express train, with lots of coffee. Fans of dark, structured, oaky wines will get a kick out of this one.",,50,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,August Briggs 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-briggs-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,August Briggs
13,Red,US,"Opens with bright, tart fruit displaying berry, cherry and rhubarb qualities. This north-country candidate has good scale and mouthfeel. Berry, earth and leather flavors, smooth dry tannins, and a dusty earth note on the finish close out this medium-weight and balanced offering. Drink now through 2008.",Hidden Vineyard Reserve,45,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Topel 1997 Hidden Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topel-1997-hidden-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Topel
13.4,Red,US,"Dark berry, leather and herbaceous notes on the nose open to cherry, currant and tobacco flavors—it's all very much in the Bordeaux vein. The mouthfeel is similar: somewhat lean and angular but very flavorful, with an expansive cherry flavor on the spicy, long finish. Has good tannic structure, and may merit a higher score with some age. Hold for four to six years, and then drink til 2012.",,60,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,The Terraces 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/the-terraces-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,The Terraces
,White,France,"Very firm and tight, with streaks of mineral and textures of earth. Unyielding and a bit over-sulfered, but it hints and depth and concentration.",Morgeot Premier Cru,48,89,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 1998 Morgeot Premier Cru  (Chassagne-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-morgeot-premier-cru-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
13.5,White,France,"There's a funky, waxy edge to this wine that adds complexity to its honeyed melon, lime and pear aromas and flavors. It's quite full-bodied, and carries a bit of residual sugar as well, making it a prime candidate to match with mild curries and the like.",Steinert,30,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Rieflé 1996 Steinert Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riefle-1996-steinert-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1996,Rieflé
14.3,Red,US,"The full, grapey nose is vintage Cabernet, but it's not particularly complex. There's a little razor's edge to the cherry fruit, with herbal notes on the astringent finish. In a word, it's crisp and tight.",Los Chamizal Vyd,35,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Mayo 1997 Los Chamizal Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-1997-los-chamizal-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Mayo
14.5,Red,US,"Thunder Mountain wines often display a lot of character and evoke strong responses from our tasters. This ultradark Cabernet is no exception, with its overt heavy toast and black-olive aromas and flavors, heavy extraction, and full, but somewhat astringent, mouthfeel. Through all this it remains compelling, if not presently accessible. Needs five to seven years.",Bates Ranch,48,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thunder Mountain 1997 Bates Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1997-bates-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Thunder Mountain
,White,US,"This wine needs food so much, it practically cries out loud for it. It's like the essence of lemons and grapefruits, in a bone-dry, crisply tart package that makes the taste buds sing. The oak has been kept in the background to emphasize the clean, racy flavors, although partial sur-lie aging adds creamy notes. Oysters and this wine would be a marriage made in heaven.",,18,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-stags-leap-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Robert Mondavi
14,Red,US,"A little reticent and cool at first; patient airing allows it to open up and display raspberry, cola and herbal aromatics, followed by spicy black-cherry fruit. It's a very clean, pure, proper wine that will competently grace most dinner tables.",,45,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Shafer
14.2,Red,US,"Blackberries and some funk in the nose: earth, leather, even a whiff of banana. Dark chocolate and an interesting citrus element add character to the standard berry fruit in the mouth. It's youthful juice, needing time to flesh itself out; now there's a lot of rambunctious black oak, which makes the wine seem a bit one-dimensional.",,50,89,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Pine Ridge 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Pine Ridge
14.1,Red,US,"An unmistakable meatiness marks the nose, and then there's some Middle Eastern spices like cumin and coriander. Earthy and full of black-fruit flavor, with oak pouring in late. Try to ignore the bulky young tannins; assume the wine will mature and find its stride down the road.",Alta Vista Vyds,36,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bartholomew Park 1997 Alta Vista Vyds Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartholomew-park-1997-alta-vista-vyds-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Bartholomew Park
14.1,Red,US,"A power-packed heavyweight from Sonoma, this delivers a piercing black-fruit aroma and flavor profile. Cassis and plum flavors are tight and tasty, and the long, juicy finish indicates that it could evolve nicely. Anyone planning on drinking it soon should expect a punch. Elegance is not its strong suit right now.",Christopher's Vineyard,70,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Stonestreet 1997 Christopher's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonestreet-1997-christophers-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Stonestreet
13.9,Red,US,"Taut but complex aromatics of black plum, chocolate, soy, and cedar open this very dark-hued contender. The oak here is lavish, and the wine appeals with its dark-cherry and toast flavors. Closes with a dry, evenly tannic finish. The insistent heavy toast makes it perhaps a bit of a one-noter, but it's a good example of this popular style.",Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,St. Francis
14.2,Red,US,"A bouquet of dark red fruits and heavy cedar accents opens this even, well-balanced offering. Looks and tastes mature; the dry, cherry-chocolate flavors are forward, and it closes with handsome tobacco and cedar notes. Appealing and ready to go. Drink now to 2004.",Leonardini Vyd,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 1997 Leonardini Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-1997-leonardini-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Whitehall Lane
14.5,Red,US,"“Swan Song” indicates that this is the last vintage of Cabernet to be produced from this vineyard block. So enjoy it while it's here: There's plenty of dry black cherry, licorice, cola and smoked meat, and dusty tannins with nice grip close the show. Our critique is that this is an excellent finalé.",Sarah Block Swan Song Reserve,39,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1997 Sarah Block Swan Song Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1997-sarah-block-swan-song-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"An exceptional wine from this historic producer. Very aromatic, with generous blueberry, chocolate, mint, mushroom, and sweet charred oak. Rich and full-bodied. The fruity ripeness is delicious and sweet. The mouthfeel is luscious and creamy, and it finishes with a slight tannic bite. Probably at its youthful best now.",,25,90,California,Napa,Chiles Valley,Louis M. Martini 1997 Merlot (Chiles Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1997-merlot-napa-chiles-valley/,Merlot,1997,Louis M. Martini
13.7,Red,US,"Lots of inky, jammy aromas of black fruit set up the red-fruit palate that is covered with a blanket of powerful oak. Not a light-hearted cuvée; rather it's drying, concentrated and strong. With a few years of aging it could show additional subtleties.",Gemstone Vineyard,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Livingston Moffett 1997 Gemstone Vineyard Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livingston-moffett-1997-gemstone-vineyard-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Livingston Moffett
13.8,Red,US,"Extremely dark, with toast, cherry liqueur and forest notes on the nose; this opens into deep black fruit, licorice and espresso flavors. The mouthfeel is full and rich, as it transitions effortlessly into a smooth, dry, anise and briar-tinged finish that has an interesting and elegant viscosity to it. A black beauty needing three to five years to develop.",Non Plus Ultra,110,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paoletti 1997 Non Plus Ultra Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paoletti-1997-non-plus-ultra-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Paoletti
14.2,Red,US,"Deep, pungent dark-berry aromas open this round, inviting cherry and raspberry flavored wine. Round and almost overly suave on the palate, it has ample black cherry, chocolate and toast flavors, and closes with a finish sporting dried fruits. The dry, talcum-like tannins allow for early drinking.",Rock Cairn,75,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1997 Rock Cairn Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1997-rock-cairn-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Nickel & Nickel
13.3,Red,US,"Meaty and also jammy, with popcorn and cedar aromas. Dry and complex, typical of the winery's style, and mildly astringent. The tannins are starching at this point, but should fade. Given time, the red fruit should emerge and conquer the youthful astringency.",Estate Reserve,55,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Valley 1997 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-valley-1997-estate-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Conn Valley
14.7,Red,US,"Solid and elegant, this standard-bearer offers round, plummy aromas and flavors, as well as cocoa and tobacco accents. The fruit is very clean and bright, and the flavors well defined on the lush, well-balanced palate. Finishes dark and juicy, with fine tannins. This wine should improve over the next three to five years, and then drink well until 2008.",Estate Bottled,50,90,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Chalk Hill 1997 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalk-hill-1997-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Chalk Hill
,Red,US,"This represents the winery's attempt to recreate a Côte Rôtie-like wine. It's very similar to the regular bottling, with lots of ripe, fancy fruit, but it's oakier, with 50% new American barrels. What really distinguishes it, though, is its balance. The only complaint, and it's a minor one, is that the tannins are so soft, and the acidity so low, that it's a bit flabby. Most people won't notice or care.",Winners Circle,25,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 1998 Winners Circle Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1998-winners-circle-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,1998,Bridlewood
,Dessert,US,"Spice and melons illuminate the nose; the wine displays amazing concentration, with deep, syrupy peach and apricot fruit, and a bit of sugar and toasted coconut in the finish. Good acid balance. It's still very young, but immediately delicious.",Ice Wine,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kiona 1999 Ice Wine Chenin Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1999-ice-wine-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chenin Blanc,1999,Kiona
13.5,Red,US,"Black-cherry and plum aromas on the nose open to similar flavors, with toast and mineral accents on the palate. An elegant and refined wine, with a lengthy finish that displays cassis and earth flavors, and moderate, even tannins. Not a heavy or fat wine, it shows very good balance and should be cellared for three to five years.",Reserve Beckstoffer IV Vineyar,41,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Guenoc 1997 Reserve Beckstoffer IV Vineyar Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1997-reserve-beckstoffer-iv-vineyar-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Guenoc
,White,US,"Lovely, fruity wine, with ripe apples and peaches dominating. But there's also plenty of toasty new oak and roasted hazelnuts. Soft and approachable, with a bright, hot finish.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Woodward Canyon 1999 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1999-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1999,Woodward Canyon
14,Red,US,"A brooding, intense nose of deep black fruits, violets and sweet leather opens to a full palate with fine fruit-to-acid balance. Black currant and earth flavors prevail, and the wine is more burly than plush. It closes with tart cherry and anise flavors. Good now, and better in two years; can drink to 2008.",Reserve,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Benziger
13.5,Red,US,"It's hard to ripen Bordeaux red varietals in Monterey, but this was a good vintage and Mirassou has some good vineyards. The fruit is scented with blackberries and plums and even deeper notes of chocolate, espresso, and smoked meat. There's also a generous dose of oak. It drinks fine and dry, and captures that magical quality of finesse and elegance despite its size, which is considerable. A plush, opulent wine.",Harvest Reserve,18,90,California,California Other,California,Mirassou 1997 Harvest Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-harvest-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Mirassou
14.1,Red,US,"Fairly heavy and full, with a powerfully spicy and chocolaty nose. Dark-fruit and herb tastes are accented by a strong shot of coffee from the oak. The finish is tannic and drying, with more of that coffee and also some notes of licorice. Perfectly chunky, in the Napa/Oakville style.",Estate Grown,85,90,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakford 1997 Estate Grown Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakford-1997-estate-grown-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Oakford
14.1,Red,US,"Plum aromas are pounded home with notes of meat and menthol. When you next hear the word “opaque,” think of this. But the body is surprisingly svelte, and the flavors emphasize red fruit. Some tannins are manifested on the finish, which shows licorice and buttery oak.",,75,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bacio Divino 1997 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bacio-divino-1997-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Bacio Divino
,Red,US,"This clear and bright cranberry-red wine sports a pungent nose with spice, cranberry, mocha and light cherry scents and flavors. Shows some interesting herbal nuances of thyme and oregano. Good focus in a fruit-forward style; tight and delicious with a pretty finish.",Ciel du Cheval,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Andrew Will 1999 Ciel du Cheval Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1999-ciel-cheval-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,1999,Andrew Will
14.2,Red,US,"Cassis, menthol, black olive, and some alfalfa make for a complex bouquet. It's undoubtedly forward—red fruit, chocolate and vanilla on the palate—with a piercing quality that could subside with age. This wine has the stuff to please: it's round, mouthfilling and very correct.",Bates' Ranch,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ahlgren 1997 Bates' Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahlgren-1997-bates-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Ahlgren
13.2,Red,US,"Made by Cathy Corison, this wine is now in its second vintage, where it shows black-cherry fruit touched up by leather and spice. A big wine needing some time to come together; it is stylish for sure, with a vivid, exciting finish.",,50,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Long Meadow Ranch 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Long Meadow Ranch
13.4,Red,US,"Some sweetness in the form of kirsch and Port, as well as chocolate and the clear essence of wood shavings. At only 53% Cabernet, there's lots of Merlot-influenced red fruit. It's more light and elegant than many dense Napa Cabs and keeps a reserved nature all the way through to the end.",Holbrook Mitchell Trio,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Holbrook Mitchell Trio Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-holbrook-mitchell-trio-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,US,"Red fruit in the nose is accented by a little tomato, some juniper and blueberry, and a fair amount of barrel char. Features a mouth of leaner black cherry and tart plum. Finishes dry, and with mouth-coating tannins. Now it's harmonious, but it could use some time to soften up.",Kara's Vineyard,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Pecota 1997 Kara's Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pecota-1997-karas-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Robert Pecota
,Red,US,"The big, powerful nose showcases blackberry, plum and brambly components. This tight, tannic, nicely constructed, ageworthy Cabernet features dark licorice streaks running through the long finish.",Klipsun Vineyard,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1997 Klipsun Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1997-klipsun-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Seven Hills
14.5,Red,US,"One of the few wines from this cooler Sonoma appellation in our tasting, and a nice one indeed. The aromas differ from the norm; there's spearmint, licorice gumdrops, herbs and tobacco. Nice and distinctive at all points: clean raspberry fruit, dusty tannins on the finish, and a peppery streak. A few years will bring it together even more.",OFS,40,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 OFS Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-ofs-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,De Loach
,White,US,"This unusually rich wine has it all: ripe, round citrus and peach fruit compounded with oaky notes of vanilla, toast and butter. There's none of that grassy, straw character you find in so many North Coast offerings. With its fine, spicy finish, it's one of the best Sauvignon Blancs of the vintage. Contains 9% Sémillon.",Limited Selection,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 1998 Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1998-limited-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Gainey
13.5,Red,US,"This David Lake Signature Series wine blends two different clones, Sangiovese Piccolo and Sangiovese Grosso, and starts with a lovely, complex bouquet of rose petals, strawberry, watermelon, cherry and cocoa. It's supple, elegant and graceful, with pretty accents and subtle spicy highlights nicely spaced across the palate. A delicate, sensuous wine.",Red Willow Vyd,18,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1998 Red Willow Vyd Sangiovese (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-red-willow-vyd-sangiovese-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sangiovese,1998,Columbia Winery
14.1,White,US,"A tremendously rich, oaky Chard that will blast your socks off and then some. The fruit is really complex, ranging from green apples to savory ripe peaches on into tropical fruit, and there's a dusty sprinkling of cinnamon and ginger. For sur-lie freaks, there's lots of creamy, yeasty, nutty notes contributing to this delicious, hard-hitting wine.",Reserve,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Kunde
,Red,US,"Big and lush, this one's got gobs of chocolate, plum, spice, black cherry, spice, coffee, herb, toast, and vanilla, all framed in creamy smooth tannins that give a supple quality to the blend. Long, lush and smooth at the end.",Samsel Vineyard/Maggie's Reserve,42,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rosenblum 2001 Samsel Vineyard/Maggie's Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-2001-samsel-vineyard-maggies-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,2001,Rosenblum
14.5,Red,US,"Big mountain fruit here throws powerful aromas of ripe plum, thyme and bacon, while full-scale oaking yields maple aromas, vanilla flavors, and coffee on the finish. The wood element is a little weighty at this point, but there's solid fruit to support it.",Buckeye Vyd,45,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Buckeye Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-buckeye-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kendall-Jackson
14.5,White,US,"After you've had oceans of Chardonnay and don't think there's room for a drop more, along comes a wine like this to change your mind. It's not just the peach, pear and tropical fruit, or the honeyed, vanilla-scented buttered toast, or the oriental spices, or the clean acidity, or the rich, creamy texture. It's all of these together, in a balanced package.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,90,California,California Other,California,Château Souverain 1998 Winemaker's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1998-winemakers-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Château Souverain
13.7,Red,US,"Some cedar and olives accent an earthy nose. Cassis and some cherry make up the pleasant palate, which features nicely integrated oak as a high point. Fairly long and drying on the back end, with ever-so-slightly prickly tannins.",Baritelle Vyd,60,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 1997 Baritelle Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1997-baritelle-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Bell
14.1,Red,US,"Aromas almost of blackberry syrup, with herb, toast and earthy, even barnyardy accents open this rich yet tart cherry-chocolate wine. Smooth and unevolved, with chocolate and orange-peel notes on the austere finish. It's the baby brother of Dominus, offering a look at the style of the estate without the price tag of the flagship offering.",Napanook Vyd,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 1997 Napanook Vyd Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-1997-napanook-vyd-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Dominus
,White,US,"The effusive, floral, fragrant nose opens into phenomenal tangerine and satsuma orange flavors, enlivened with spice and a wonderful, refreshing mouthfeel (from barrel fermentation). Best Buy.",Oak Ridge Vineyard,12,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Canoe Ridge 1999 Oak Ridge Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1999-oak-vineyard-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Canoe Ridge
14.5,Red,US,"Napa Cabs are often described as being “curranty.” If you sniff and taste this you will know what curranty is. Hints of dill, cream, and vanilla support the cassis core. Quite positive and engaging. Structured and weighty, so it will probably show better in a few years.",Signature,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1997 Signature Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1997-signature-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Chappellet
14.2,Red,US,"Heavily oaked, with peanut aromas masking the fruit. But in the mouth it has more accessible fruit—mostly cassis—and once again the full allotment of wood. It's no surprise when it finishes buttery, and with coffee flavors. A tough one to call now. Will the wood integrate? Will the fruit emerge?",Reserve,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Whitehall Lane
13.5,Red,US,"Like a nice Bordeaux, there's some barnyard aromas—but also a leathery spiciness with accents of cinnamon, chocolate and espresso. Impressive balance and breadth. Not too high strung—instead it's soft, smooth, almost heavy. A good wine to drink early on.",Estate Bottled Reserve,95,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Peju 1997 Estate Bottled Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1997-estate-bottled-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Peju
,Dessert,US,"Harvested at a lip-smacking 42.5° brix, this seductive wine explodes on the palate with bright grapefruit and citrus flavors, highlighted with sharp acids and finishing with lingering notes of caramel and butter. Long and delicious.",Late Harvest,23,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1997 Late Harvest Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1997-late-harvest-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1997,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.4,Red,US,"The nose here offers a real mixed bag: some funk, a little perfume, worn leather, even pepperoni and peanuts. The mouth blends flavors of black fruit with peppery spice and herbs. It may be a touch linear and tight, but the basics are definitely there. Overall a very good wine.",Parks Vyd,37,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bartholomew Park 1997 Parks Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartholomew-park-1997-parks-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Bartholomew Park
13.9,White,US,"This massively oaky wine smells like an explosion in a spice factory, with ginger, cinnamon, clove and nutmeg aromas, accented by vanilla, brown sugar, butterscotch and honey. Somewhere in there is some ripe tropical fruit. Enormous and full-bodied, it's a dense, unctuous wine.",Hope's Cuvée,60,90,California,California Other,California,Signorello 1998 Hope's Cuvée Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1998-hopes-cuvee-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Signorello
13.5,Red,US,"At the bottom end of our range, this stalwart is tightly wound and fairly driven. Plum and cassis on the palate offer just the slightest nuance of cured Italian meat. Coffee is dominant on the long, linear finish. Now it's pretty dark and unevolved. Patience will be rewarded.",,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Robert Mondavi
14.3,Red,US,"Luscious aromas of dark cherry, raspberries and vanilla, with pungent spice and even bacon notes, mark the nose of this attractive and well-balanced wine. Mouthfilling black-currant flavors display style and depth, and the texture is even and comfortable. The lengthy finish has slightly sweet fruitcake notes along with cedar and pepper accents.",Reserve,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Sterling
,White,France,"The biggest of the Latour Meursaults, with extra layers of ripe fruit and nuances of toast and nuts extending into a textured, lengthy finish. Focused and elegant.",Charmes Premier Cru,55,90,Burgundy,Meursault,,Louis Latour 1998 Charmes Premier Cru  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-charmes-premier-cru-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
13.8,Red,US,"Full black-currant aromas with some briar and dust. Blackberry fruit on the palate, but most of all lots of charred oak manifested as coffee and bitter chocolate. In golf, this would be a middle-of-the fairway drive, but without the distance. It's fresh and well made.",,35,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Joseph Phelps
13.7,White,US,"From the highest (at 1,000 feet) of the Kunde's vineyards, it's lavishly oaked, with aromas of butterscotch, spice and custard; also nutty and creamy notes. Marked by intense tropical fruit aromas and oriental spices, it also tastes very rich. It's the best of a very good trio of limited-production Chardonnay wines.",C.S. Ridge Vineyard,20,90,California,California Other,California,Kunde 1998 C.S. Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-cs-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Kunde
14.6,Red,US,"Bramble and cedar, along with plenty of toasty vanillin oak. Black currant is the dominant fruit; the mouthfeel is appropriately big, and the finish turns a bit dry, but with proper length. Very nice in the typical Napa mold.",Lupine Hill Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 1997 Lupine Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-1997-lupine-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Frazier
14.2,Red,US,"Tight red fruit and a solid whack of oak make for a fine wine. Tobacco mingles with coffee on the otherwise black-cherry and curranty palate. It's definitely clean and polished, and will drink well for the next three to five years.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos Pegase
13.5,Red,US,"A complex bouquet with prune, earth, and some prominent gamy notes may put some tasters off, but the dark fruit and toast, and the generally restrained style make this commendable. A velvety mouthfeel and dense flavors on the finish close out this elegant example. Best after three years and good to 2008 and beyond.",,48,90,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos du Val
13.5,Red,US,"Typical of Swanson, there's noticeable toasty wood up front. Plums, currants and cranberry comprise the predominantly red-fruit palate. Finishes trim and precise, with fine-grained tannins and stylish oak. Wood-driven, but with plenty of other good things going for it.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Swanson
14.2,Red,US,"A tasty, toasty wine at a very fair price. It's a tad bulky, and it's packed with plum, cherry and coffee flavors. The mouth is nothing if not full, with some dry tannins adding necessary structure. Slightly one-dimensional and limited in scope, but what's here is oh so nice and friendly.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Titus 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/titus-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Titus
14,Red,US,"Sports an explosively fruity nose of berry and plum, with cloves and toasty oak in support. Medium-weight, with very nice fruit and good structure, it displays some engaging chocolate and spice notes. The finish is brisk and tangy, with bitter cocoa notes and firm, drying tannins. Hold until 2005.",Corley Reserve,65,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1997 Corley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1997-corley-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Monticello Vineyards
14.4,Red,US,"This Napa subappellation is a hotbed for large-bodied, tough-to-read mountain Cabs. Don't judge this wine so much by its tight, almost sauvage nose, but instead zero in on the fine toast on top of cassis and black plums. Deep and dark right until the very end, with soft but firm tannins.",Reserve,45,91,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Fife 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Fife
13.5,Red,US,"The bouquet is pretty big and dense, with some high-tone raspberry peeking through the surface. Black plum and cherry get help from licorice and vanilla on the palate. Zippy fruit is the signature, even as it does a nice, long fade.",Meritage,50,91,California,North Coast,North Coast,Langtry 1997 Meritage Red (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-1997-meritage-red-north-coast/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Langtry
13.7,Red,US,"From a region not known for Cabernet comes a rich, tantalizing, luscious wine, with lots of cigar box/tobacco aromas and plenty of vibrant black fruit: currants and plums. Proper acidity drives the finish, leaving the mouth fairly refreshed. Has all the structure and balance one could ask for.",Harmonie,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Blackjack 1997 Harmonie Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackjack-1997-harmonie-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Blackjack
13.8,Red,US,"Cherry cough drops in a pleasant way on the nose, and then a medium-berry mouth, spice, light cedar and raspberries—there's a whole lot going on here. Not heavy on the complexity; rather it delivers clean fruit and simple spice.",Lauer Vineyard,39,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jessup Cellars 1997 Lauer Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jessup-cellars-1997-lauer-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Jessup Cellars
13.8,Red,US,"Black and burly, with notes of dill and horsehide. That it's opaque makes sense, given its heavy black-currant and coffee notes. Quite mammoth in proportions, maybe even bordering on syrupy.",,44,91,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Robert Craig 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Robert Craig
14.1,Red,US,"Dark fruits, leather and game notes yield an almost Syrah-like nose that opens to chocolate, dark-berry and mineral flavors. Rich—even thick-textured—it is soft and quite approachable now, with fine, well-dispersed tannins. Finishes long, ultrablack, smooth and enjoyable. Drink now to 2007.",Synthesis Diamond Mtn. Vyd.,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 1997 Synthesis Diamond Mtn. Vyd. Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-1997-synthesis-diamond-mtn-vyd-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Martin Ray
,Red,US,"An earthy, leathery, spicy nose dominates this 100% Cabernet from 17-year-old vines. This is an elegant, complex, earthy wine, beautifully balanced with classic cassis laced with leather, barnyard, coffee, smoke and spice. 180 cases made.",Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve,32,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1997 Seven Hills Vineyard Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1997-vineyard-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Seven Hills
14.3,Red,US,"The bouquet is dark and serious, with brooding black-cherry, leather and cedar aromas. In the mouth, flavors of black plums, mint-menthol and tobacco—all with a foresty accent—fill the palate. On the heavy side of medium-weight, with a supple texture, it has a long, toasty finish with fine tannins. Hold until 2004.",,70,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Caymus 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caymus-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Caymus
13.5,Red,US,"Deep and sweet, but there's also an unusual and appetizing edge offered via cola nut and root beer. Any tartness to the blackberry fruit is offset by vanillin oak. Pleasurable, full-bodied and on the money. It's stylish good stuff with a correct amount of woody character.",,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,August Briggs 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-briggs-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,August Briggs
,Red,US,"Darker and more closed-up than the Ciel du Cheval bottling, this is a medium-bodied red wine with dusty cherry and cassis scents, and hints of tar, coffee, herb and leather. It's muscular and edgy, with tons of potential.",Pepper Bridge,23,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Andrew Will 1999 Pepper Bridge Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1999-pepper-bridge-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,1999,Andrew Will
13,Red,US,"Not your standard blackberry-and-oak bomb: there's zing and snap, and even a whiff of mint to the nose. Deep and full-flavored, with chocolate, coffee and some earthiness. It has the length and supple tannins to qualify it as a winner. Quite pure and focused.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Farella-Park 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farella-park-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Farella-Park
14.8,Red,US,"Plum and kirsch aromas are offset by toast and coffee. Lots more plum, cedar, coffee and chocolate in the mouth. Tobacco and spice grace the finish of this well crafted, balanced and elegant wine. It's one that just feels and tastes right.",Select Reserve,66,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Per Sempre 1997 Select Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/per-sempre-1997-select-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Per Sempre
14,Red,US,"Vanilla and cream, cocoa, and herbs really jazz up the medium-berry nose. Dark sweet fruit in the mouth, with some earth and cedar for substance. Bitter chocolate and espresso add backbone to the medium-length finish. Good and balanced, and not bad for current consumption.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chimney Rock 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Chimney Rock
13.8,Red,US,"Clean and nice upfront, with blackberry aromas and sweet vanilla. A lot of heft to the palate, and plenty of cassis flavor and tobacco nuance on the finish. Oak rears up on the finish. Needs some time.",Reserve,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,US,"Very tight nose, with blackberry, coffee and cocoa notes, this is a big wine that shows great intensity and depth. Quite closed now, the dark profile keeps its cards close to the vest. One thing for sure: this is definitely one for the   cellar. The finish is lengthy, with brisk tannins as well as espresso and bitter-chocolate notes. Hold for eight to ten years; this wine should keep til 2020.",Reserve,120,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Gary Figgins works his usual magic and adds layers of rich, buttery, nutty oak to the light, pleasant Sangiovese fruit. The oak doesn't overwhelm, it underscores, and the effect is exciting, sensuous and fat. The wine floats across the palate, with light fruit and buttery oak melding into a sinuous, delicious whole. Beautiful winemaking.",,50,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1998 Sangiovese (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1998-sangiovese-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Sangiovese,1998,Leonetti Cellar
13.5,Red,US,"Full, complex bouquet of dark berries, tobacco and smoke, with a cool pine note adding interest. Similar flavors follow on the palate, and the texture is lean and refined, with very good fruit-to-acid balance. The long, supple finish offers sweet black fruit buttressed by toasty oak and supported by brisk tannins. Oaky, in a Bordeaux manner, and very elegant.",,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Peju
13.9,Red,US,"Some coffee and cola aromas add excitement to the otherwise black-fruit nose. The big cassis and plum flavors on the palate are rich enough to elicit tastes and textures of chocolate. A very pleasurable drink-me-now wine, with a fine bitterness to the finish.",Jack London Vyd,35,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Jack London Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-jack-london-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kenwood
14.6,Red,US,"Very aromatic, showing a complex nose of cherry, spice, smoked and raw meat, and tobacco. The flavors are copious, too, with strong black cherry, licorice and tobacco elements. Balance and structure are beautiful here, and the coffee-chocolate finish has very good length, showing spice and blueberry accents. Lovely already, it will be better in four years and will drink well to 2010.",Elite,100,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Elite Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-elite-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,US,"Rich aromas of cherry, mint, cedar, and vanilla open this forward and inviting wine. Plum, spice, and sweet chocolate flavors with a dusty earth quality mark the palate. Quite drinkable; the mouthfeel is rich and fairly soft, but with adequate acidity. Finishes attractively. Good now through 2006.",Hilltop Vyd,33,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 1997 Hilltop Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-1997-hilltop-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,J. Lohr
12.5,Red,France,"This wine proclaims itself with forward and nicely integrated aromas of black currants, lavender and toasty oak. The wine displays a great deal of finesse, and the mouthfeel is velvety and rich, with dried cherry and anise flavors that extend through the spicy, long and even finish. A very impressive red with some tannins to lose, this is one Minervois that's capable—and worthy—of aging.",Cumulo Nimbus,35,91,Languedoc-Roussillon,Minervois,,Abbotts 1998 Cumulo Nimbus Shiraz (Minervois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbotts-1998-cumulo-nimbus-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-minervois/,Shiraz,1998,Abbotts
13.9,Red,US,"A fine wine at the bottom of the ultrapremium price category. There's some bramble and forest aromas in advance of jammy cherry and blackberry fruit. Fades away smoothly and with good length. Not the most complex Cabernet, but it delivers the goods at all checkpoints.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Frog's Leap
14,Red,US,"This predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon blend could actually be Cain Four this year, as there's no Malbec in the blend. Large and taut, it displays tightly wrapped prune, toast, coffee and currant aromas. Possesses a handsome mouthfeel, with full tannins, tarry pine bark and a cocoa note on the palate and back end. An elegant bruiser, it needs three to four years to come around.",Cain Five,75,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 1997 Cain Five Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-1997-cain-five-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Cain
14,Red,US,"Another wine in what we have come to call the “black-beauty” style. It has heavily toasted oak, espresso, black cherry and menthol aromas and flavors. The fruit seems subdued here, but the wine is nevertheless well integrated, with a full mouthfeel and long finish. One of the best of this style; cellar it for four to six years, and it should drink nicely to 2010.",Reserve,90,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Spring Mountain Vineyard 1997 Reserve Red (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spring-mountain-vineyard-1997-reserve-red-napa-spring-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Spring Mountain Vineyard
14.1,Red,US,"Not a wine that will please the world, but as a group we liked it a lot. Very forward and rustic, with cassis, a hint of mint, and also a boatload of oak. It has a cedary character on the palate, with chocolate and coffee accents. Mouth-coating in the finish; it could use a few years of down time to show its charms.",,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Pride Mountain
13.2,Red,US,"If you like an exotic, intriguing nose, here it is: cloves, tobacco, cardamom and cinnamon. Cherries, plums, red currants and anise fill the mouth. It's a little brisk and racy, but that's good with all the burly bruisers out there. Balance and an exceptional smoothness bring this one home in very nice shape.",,41,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Salvestrin 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvestrin-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Salvestrin
13.7,Red,US,"Blackberries and some spicy wood in the form of cedar make for an inviting nose. More blackberry flavors, with additions of cocoa on the layered, enticing palate. It strikes the right balance of weight and tang. It's a refreshing wine with the legs to run the race.",Encounter Pine Mountain,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 1997 Encounter Pine Mountain Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-encounter-pine-mountain-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,US,"A sure crowd-pleaser in that it delivers nothing but wholesome, likable aromas and flavors. It's rustic enough to have its own personality while still sticking close enough to what we expect from Napa Cabernet: black fruit, coffee, even some cinnamon. Now it's tightly wound, so give it a few years and you will be amply rewarded with a very fine wine.",,36,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Keenan
13.4,Red,US,"Deep, pungent aromas of sweet fruit and bramble mark the nose of this solid, full-scale wine. Full-throttle cherry flavors, with licorice, tobacco and dark-chocolate accents reign on the palate. The silky, elegant texture makes it almost too easy to like. Ends long, with even tannins, and tobacco and cocoa notes. Refined and balanced, yet almost austere now; best to cellar for four to seven years.",,39,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cafaro 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cafaro-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Cafaro
14.2,Red,US,"Another in the new N&N line, the Sullenger features red and black fruit, herbs, some earth, and an appealing whiff of sautéed pancetta or bacon. Commendable richness in support of black-plum flavor and coffee notes. Its poundcake-like density urges cellaring.",John C. Sullenger Vyd,65,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1997 John C. Sullenger Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1997-john-c-sullenger-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Nickel & Nickel
14.1,Red,US,"Herbs and toast play off the standard fare of blackberries and plums, creating a good whole. It's full, deep, and long—a thoroughbred. Another of those wines that everyone with a taste for California Cabernet should like. Charming and high in quality, if not necessarily ultracomplex.",,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Liparita 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/liparita-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Liparita
,Red,US,"A two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon, one-third Merlot blend, this is the winery's prestige cuvée. Lushly perfumed with blueberry, black cherry and red fruits, it's high-toned and assertive. A serious effort that is still tight as a drum, tannic and deeply streaked with black spices, smoke, tar and coffee.",Red Mountain Reserve,45,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1997 Red Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1997-red-mountain-reserve-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Hedges
13.8,Red,US,"For this winery's ""basic"" Cabernet, it shines brightly. Dark red berries get just the right spice and licorice accents. Rich raspberry fruit is balanced by chocolate, espresso bean and some smoke. Finishes toasty, with just the slightest streak of mint.",,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.8,Red,US,"A youthful, exciting wine that offers plenty of earth and cassis. It seems tight and closed now, with packed in tannins, a condensed mouthfeel and some mild green pepper notes on the tail end. Definitely a wine for the cellar. Give it some time and it should open up its wings.",,65,92,California,Napa,Rutherford,Staglin 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staglin-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Staglin
14,Red,US,"Floral, exciting and chocolaty, this is a dense, rich, well-crafted beauty. Yummy is one of the best ways to describe it. It has full but friendly tannins, all the length you could ask for, and in the final analysis it leaves an impression of heft and significance.",,64,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Seavey 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seavey-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Seavey
13.8,Red,US,"Excellent cool-country Cabernet at a good price. It has layers and layers of deep fruit, rich and chocolaty plum flavors, and an ultraplush mouthfeel. Some will adore its richness, while others may find it a bit too heavy and dusty, as the acids are hardly noticeable.",Hedin Vineyard,30,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1997 Hedin Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1997-hedin-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Davis Bynum
13.9,Red,US,"Ultraripe berry, herb, cedar, and toast aromas. Refined plum, licorice, and coffee flavors show great appeal, and the supple, elegant mouthfeel plays into the finish with dark fruit and cocoa-powder notes. Bright tannins and good fruit-to-acid balance promise a fine future. Hold for two to four years; drink to 2014.",Reserve,65,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lancaster 1997 Reserve Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lancaster-1997-reserve-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Lancaster
13,Red,US,"A wine like this is sure to please. It hits every base, from bouquet to finish, with precision. Deeply extracted black fruit and cream aromas and flavors, with shadings of tobacco. The total package in Cabernet, with pretty fruit, a proper mouthfeel and even tannins.",,50,92,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Von Strasser
13.7,Red,US,"Berries, toast, pepper and chocolate form a fairly complex set of aromatics. Plum, cherry and a certain earthiness are supported by a nice touch of cedar. The acids seem slightly high on the palate, but the finish takes care of everything—it really steals the show.",V.G.S.,63,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 1997 V.G.S. Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1997-vgs-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Château Potelle
14.5,Red,US,"An offshoot label of Far Niente. This is one of four new Nickel & Nickel single-vineyard Cabernets. It's tight and brawny, with earth and black plum, but also some sulfur that goes away after breathing and swirling. Concentrated black fruit is supported by espresso notes and chocolate. Finishes full and dry, with evenly spread tannins.",Carpenter Vyd,75,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Nickel & Nickel 1997 Carpenter Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1997-carpenter-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Nickel & Nickel
,White,US,"Starts out with aromas of peaches and green apples, made complex by the addition of butter, oak, oriental-spice accents, and a whiff of anise or pine. Really comes alive on the palate, where it has all the required big-Chard elements of deeply ripe fruit, well-integrated oak, lees, and fine acidity. What's notable is the tight, elegant balance and harmony.",,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Hanzell 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanzell-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Hanzell
14.1,Red,US,"Leather and tree bark add spiciness to the deep nose. Blackberry fruit dominates the mouth, but there are red-fruit nuances, some pepper and licorice, and also a good dose of minerals and earth making things interesting. It's big yet refined, and avoids any shrillness.",Estate Bottled,48,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Paradigm 1997 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradigm-1997-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Paradigm
13.8,Red,US,"Cassis and cream on the nose, and also a strong hint of menthol. It's a large wine, emphasizing black-currant and plum flavors, a smooth wood-driven finish, and even some mint. There's a lot of grace and style here, and ultimately a lot to like.",Tapestry Reserve Red Table Win,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Tapestry Reserve Red Table Win Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-tapestry-reserve-red-table-win-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.9,Red,US,"Full, with lots of structure, this offers concentrated grape and blackberry aromas that open to black-currant and cedar-spice flavors. A fine fruit-acid balance on the full, even palate keeps it lively, even in its fairly youthful and closed state. Dusty tannins and sweet-and-sour black fruits on the long but tight finish close this appealing package.",Affinity,44,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Craig 1997 Affinity Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1997-affinity-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Robert Craig
,White,France,"A rich, lush melange of fruit and nuts, with sinuous, almost unctuous flavors that twine around the palate like a snake. Long, fascinating finish, elegantly balanced and precise.",Les Referts Premier Cru,55,92,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 1998 Les Referts Premier Cru  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-referts-premier-cru-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
15.2,Red,US,"Blackberry aromas have a Port-like character and a smoky undertone. Big extraction leaves a thick, weighty mouthfeel and the essence of Cabernet's sweetness. Some mineral, coffee and meat on the lengthy finish. A good mix of finesse and wildness.",Dollarhide Ranch Limited Editi,70,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1997 Dollarhide Ranch Limited Editi Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1997-dollarhide-ranch-limited-editi-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,St. Supéry
,Red,US,"Cassis liqueur, blueberry notes and a smoky cured-meat element comprise the nose of this engaging, beautifully balanced offering. Dried cherry, cedar, tea and tobacco flavors predominate, and the texture is supple. The long finish displays handsome cherry and coffee notes, with plentiful but even tannins. Almost drinkable now, but best after 2002.",Padrone,125,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1997 Padrone Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1997-padrone-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Signorello
13,Red,France,"Exemplary in all areas, from the smoke, mushroom and berry nose to the exotic undertones of island spice and fine oak supporting vibrant raspberry fruit. It's one of those wines that's a pure pleasure to drink, and it's ready out of the gate. For very good Burgundy that clicks on all cylinders, this is it.",Premier Cru Les Vergelesses,33,92,Burgundy,Pernand-Vergelesses,,Laleure-Piot 1998 Premier Cru Les Vergelesses  (Pernand-Vergelesses),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laleure-piot-1998-premier-cru-vergelesses-pinot-noir-pernand-vergelesses/,Pinot Noir,1998,Laleure-Piot
11.7,Dessert,US,"What a pleasant surprise awaits you here: It's delectable, decadent and downright delicious. Fabulous mango, lime, and peach aromas parade upward in advance of vivid nectarine and pink grapefruit flavors. This charmer, which features perfect vitality and acidity, is almost too easy to drink and enjoy.",Ice Wine,25,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1998 Ice Wine Black Muscat (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1998-ice-wine-muscat-black-columbia-valley-yakima/,Black Muscat,1998,Hyatt
13,White,France,"Very light mango, pineapple and banana aromas are joined by flowers and minerals. Nutty notes are brought to the fore on the dry and stony palate. Finishes broad and long, with echos of the floral and mineral notes on the nose. Now it's pretty tight; best in 2002 and beyond.",Les Blanchots,85,92,Burgundy,Chablis,,Domaine Laroche 1997 Les Blanchots  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-laroche-1997-blanchots-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1997,Domaine Laroche
13,Red,US,"A full load of berry fruit in the nose, black-currant flavors and extremely even balance. It features an attractive set of cherry and cassis flavors, and the heavy tannins that hit home on the long finish, while fairly starching, don't stand in the way of the overall pleasure it gives.",,78,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clark-Claudon 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clark-claudon-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clark-Claudon
13.9,Red,US,"Very tasty and large in scale, it sports a huge nose of dark plum and heavy cedar, along with cinnamon and vanilla accents wrapped in very toasty oak. Very dark fruit with licorice shadings and an elegant, supple mouthfeel add to the appeal. The dark flavors and heavy toast continue on the long finish, which doesn't want to quit.",Clone 6,130,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-clone-6-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,US,"The big, very dark and inviting nose of ripe cherry, licorice, cocoa and toast sets things up. The dense palate is packed with cherry, tar, even bacon notes, and it has a plush, velvety feel that belies the wine's structure. The impressive finish is dark and toasty, with well-dispersed tannins. Cellar two to four years.",Diamond Mountain Ranch Vyd,40,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1997 Diamond Mountain Ranch Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1997-diamond-mountain-ranch-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Sterling
,Red,US,"The nose leaps out of the glass: fat, meaty and jammy, laden with ripe, seductive fruit. The palate impression is still young, firm and tight, with tart loganberry fruit that has a nice tang to it. It's all wrapped in big, toasty layers of oak, with coffee, bitter chocolate and licorice running through the long finish. This one needs more time to knit itself together and open up.",,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Leonetti Cellar 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leonetti-cellar-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Leonetti Cellar
14.1,Red,US,"The roaring nose shows enormous concentration and depth, with licorice, plum and oak shadings. The mouthfeel is big and jammy, but the fruit is well defined, with a sweet-tart quality and dark coffee accents. Almost seems overmature, but truly flavorful and inviting already.",Batto Vyd,36,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bartholomew Park 1997 Batto Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartholomew-park-1997-batto-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Bartholomew Park
14.5,Red,US,"Deep aromas of blackberry and leather with unusual nut and cookie-dough accents announce this rich, flavorful offering. Nicely layered fruit, with black currant and cocoa accents on the palate. Everything rides on the full, supple mouthfeel before dipping into the dark, handsomely structured finish. Hold for three years.",Beckstoffer Vyd,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1997 Beckstoffer Vyd Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1997-beckstoffer-vyd-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Merryvale
13.5,Red,US,"Very polished, with rich blackberry, chocolate, tea and cedar aromas. Full cocoa and black-cherry and cola accents add to the flavor of sour plums on the graceful palate. The texture is suave and luxurious. Closes with dusty, soft, even tannins and some cocoa notes. Has good depth and claret-like poise. Very approachable now; drink to 2010.",Stelling Vineyard,95,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Nickel & Nickel 1997 Stelling Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nickel-nickel-1997-stelling-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Nickel & Nickel
14,Red,US,"With a sweet core of cherry fruit, plenty of tobacco and coffee nuances and other fine touches, this meritage blend hits the right chords and shows just the right weight. Deep, handsome, and fairly seamless; some light oak is applied skillfully, and in general the final product sings a pretty song.",Trilogy,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1997 Trilogy Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1997-trilogy-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Flora Springs
13.8,Red,US,"The word ""black"" applies to a number of things here: cherry, coffee, currant. Cola is another part of the fabulous mix. Tons of polish, and creamy and rich. A palate-pleaser supreme; there's a lot of class and breed here. Fine and fancy, with excellent weight. What more could you ask for?",Sunshine Vyd,95,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Hartwell 1997 Sunshine Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hartwell-1997-sunshine-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Hartwell
14.5,Red,US,"A can't-miss Cabernet with a rich nose of blackberry, plum, coffee and oak. It's so dense that the cassis, wood, and coffee flavors come across as being tarry. The smooth, stylish finish is packed full of woodiness, licorice and fine tannins. Simply put, it's full of style and a whole lot of fun to drink.",Monte Rosso Vyd,40,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1997 Monte Rosso Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1997-monte-rosso-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Louis M. Martini
14.1,Red,US,"Deep earth, tobacco and dark plums on the nose, and a lovely cool note. Dark fruit on the palate keeps that cool profile going. The flavorful finish rolls on and on, not missing a beat, with beautiful black fruit and espresso notes. An appealing black beauty, best after three years and out through 2010.",Richard Chambers Vineyard,75,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,S. Anderson 1997 Richard Chambers Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/s-anderson-1997-richard-chambers-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,S. Anderson
,Red,US,"75% Syrah and 25% Cinsault from the oldest continually cultivated vinifera vineyard in the Walla Walla Valley. The spicy, intensely aromatic nose mixes black cherry, concentrated cassis, coffee, bacon, leather and roasted nuts. It unfolds in layer upon layer of rich fruit, tannin, leather and smoke. Dense, deep and Rhône-like, it finishes with a montage of meaty, peppery, bacon-smoke flavors.",Basket Press Reserve,55,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 1997 Basket Press Reserve Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-1997-basket-press-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1997,Glen Fiona
,White,US,"Defines Carneros in its rich, nuanced aromas of fig, ripe peach, tangerine, nutmeg and oaky vanilla. Winemaker-induced complexities from barrel fermentation and lees aging. Tremendous depth of flavor, it just sings on the palate and is so rich and spicy. The ultralong finish is sweet and satisfying.",,18,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Schug
14.2,Red,US,"Rarely does a Cabernet of this quality carry the basic ""California"" appellation, but here it does, and who should care? Deep black fruit with perfect oak makes for the ultimate in integration. A long cocoa and spice finish closes the show. Wonderfully sweet, round and delicious.",Grand Reserve,60,93,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kendall-Jackson
13.8,Red,US,"Full-priced, full-bodied, and the full complement of just about all you want in a Rutherford Cab. Port-like aromas lead a pure and layered palate that features cassis, cherry, tobacco and cocoa. What an array of flavors, and then it finishes with dusty tannins and a tight grip. The gang at BV sure know how to craft Cabernet.",Clone 4,130,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-clone-4-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.1,Red,US,"Deep berry, cinnamon, briar and mint aromas. Firm, even backwards, it is trim and elegant, yet solid. Black fruit and bitter-chocolate flavors abound. The finish is especially tight, with dry tannins and complex mineral and earth elements. Huge but refined, the quintessential iron fist in a velvet glove; it needs time.",Estate Bottled,100,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 1997 Estate Bottled Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-1997-estate-bottled-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Dominus
14.1,Red,US,"Lush and forward, with complex sour-plum, espresso, cola, vanilla and fudge aromas. Round berry flavors, licorice, Asian spice and pepper accents mark the palate. Full, but not heavy, with a long, smooth plum and cocoa finish. This is a stylish and elegant black knight.",,37,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Cakebread
13.2,Red,US,"Lovely mixed berries—black, red and blue—cedar shadings, and vanilla mark the nose of this elegant, finely crafted wine. Similar flavors prevail on the palate, with sophisticated licorice and pencil-lead accents. Balanced and graceful, it finishes dry and even, offering dried fruit and mineral notes. Complex and excellent already, but hold until 2004.",,50,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Corison
,Red,US,"An intense, deeply extracted wine with a powerful bouquet of blackberry jam, red-fruit preserves, and plenty of new oak. This wine screams “Drink me!” from the first sniff. It's an 18-wheeler running down a steep grade. It explodes on the palate with a cloudburst of fruit, chocolate, smoke and oak, descending via soft, smooth tannins into a ripe, seductive, extended finish.",Artist Series #7,37,93,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Woodward Canyon 1998 Artist Series #7 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodward-canyon-1998-artist-series-7-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Woodward Canyon
13.9,Red,US,"Lovely stuff. It starts out smooth but tight, almost reticent, and then it just explodes with dark cherry, plum and black currant. The tannins virtually announce its cellar potential. Elegant, correctly balanced, ample grip and weighty enough. This is one pretty Cabernet, no doubt about it.",,45,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Judd's Hill 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/judds-hill-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Judd's Hill
14.4,Red,US,"The complex nose, with its herb, tobacco, black-pepper and licorice elements, announces this stylish 64% Cabernet-36% Merlot blend. In the mouth it is big and ripe, with blackberry and licorice flavors, and fine acidity. Closes long and brisk, with large tannins and espresso and cherry flavors. Cellar for five or more years.",J. Daniel Cuvée,75,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Lail 1997 J. Daniel Cuvée Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lail-1997-j-daniel-cuvee-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Lail
13,Red,US,"Fine clarity of fruit, with coffee, cherry and nicely utilized oak. Intense flavors of blackberry, plum and cedar mark the palate, which displays a full texture. The long, smooth and tangy finish wraps it up nicely. Drinks well now; will be even better after two or three years.",Staten Family Reserve,38,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Field Stone 1997 Staten Family Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-1997-staten-family-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Field Stone
,White,US,"A grassy, herbaceous wine, almost aggressively so. Definitely veers toward those grapefruit, cat-pee aromas that characterize less-than-ripe grapes. In the mouth, it's very tart and lean and crisp, with high acidity. A bracing dose of oak gives it some sweetness and fatness. Those who like this style will find it clean and refreshing.",,12,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1999 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1999-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,1999,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,Red,US,"If Monterey has a problem with Cabernet Sauvignon, the challenges for Merlot are even more formidable, as this tough, thin, earthy wine shows. These grapes just didn't get ripe enough. so the dominant notes are herbaceous and tannic. It also finishes watery.",Coastal Selection,13,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 Coastal Selection Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-coastal-selection-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1997,Mirassou
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Flirts with splinterdom, dominated at first by copious buttered-popcorn and vanilla-oak aromas. But in the mouth there's no denying the lushness and quality of the underlying fruit, which brings tangerines, limes and other citrus fruits to mind. Very oaky. Very New World. Very good.",Judd Estate Hand Picked,40,90,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 1997 Judd Estate Hand Picked Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1997-judd-estate-hand-picked-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1997,Matua Valley
13.5,Red,Australia,"Plush and full best describe this offering from Australia's western coast. Starts with clove and licorice aromas, then tastes of the essence of berry fruit. It borders on jammy and syrupy, yet pulls back with some edginess. But not too much—it's creamy and thick, with soft oak and milk chocolate.",Omrah,18,88,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Plantagenet 1998 Omrah Shiraz (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-1998-omrah-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-western/,Shiraz,1998,Plantagenet
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Slight cherry fruit is hanging in, but the emphasis here is on mushrooms, damp earth and forest-floor elements. The attenuated, tart cherry fruit provides a nice counterpoint to the earthy components in this mature, ready-to-drink wine.",Reserva,46,87,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 1989 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-1989-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1989,Casa Ferreirinha
14,White,Australia,"Honeysuckle, almond and ripe pear aromas open to a mouth full of pear and white-peach flavors and a hint of lime. Has a fairly rich feel on the palate, and the wine closes with mild tartness and a slight chalky note.",Limited Release,14,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1998 Limited Release Viognier (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1998-limited-release-viognier-barossa-valley/,Viognier,1998,Yalumba
14.2,White,US,"There's plenty of apple, melon, and citrus fruit in this dry, stylish wine. Has a nice earthy streak that hits midpalate, then turns ripe and generous on the finish. It's a little on the simple side, but it's pretty good for the price.",,11,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Trellis 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Trellis
12,White,Australia,"The nose is somewhat funky and earthy here, and doesn't show the lean fruit and herb elements the grape is capable of. A soft mouthfeel with some spritz and a slightly sweet, perfumed note on the finish mean that it can appeal to the non-wine-drinking crowd.",,10,82,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Black Creek 1998 Verdelho (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-creek-1998-spanish-white-verdelho-hunter-valley/,Verdelho,1998,Black Creek
13.5,Red,Australia,"Blueberries dominate the dense, sweet nose. Flavors are a bit sharp: plums, currants and wintergreen are identifiable. Very full-bodied, with oodles of black fruit, but ultimately a bit plain and simple.",,23,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Kangarilla Road 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kangarilla-road-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Kangarilla Road
,Red,US,"Black/garnet color and dusty, mocha/smoke scents. There are also some whiffs of anise and sweet spice, cinnamon and nutmeg, like fresh-baked pumpkin pie. Built along the ultraripe lines of Australian Shiraz, this is an exotic wine whose idiosyncratic style won't appeal to everyone.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Thurston Wolfe 1998 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thurston-wolfe-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1998,Thurston Wolfe
,Red,US,"Achieves the grail of Sangiovese with rich, earthy aromas of coffee, chocolate, black raspberry, earth and oak. Delicate, silky tannins and earthy-fruity Chianti-like flavors are backed up by crisp acidity. Dry and elegant.",,17,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Lonetree 1997 Sangiovese (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lonetree-1997-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sangiovese,1997,Lonetree
,Red,Italy,"Give this one a few years in the cellar or at least a few hours in a decanter—it needs time to come around and lose its overtly oaky outer shell. But given the requisite time, it shows itself to be amply endowed: full of cherries, smoke and tar, with a long, moderately tannic finish.",Coparossa,60,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bruno Rocca 1996 Coparossa  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-1996-coparossa-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1996,Bruno Rocca
14,White,US,"A 100% varietal wine that nicely showcases Sauvignon Blanc's citrusy, grassy, and melony side. It's softened by barrel fermentation and sur-lie aging, which give it creamy, spicy notes and a touch of coconut. Very dry and polished. Leaves a tart, whistle-clean finish that demands food.",Cuvée Joy,24,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1997 Cuvée Joy Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-cuvee-joy-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Iron Horse
14,Red,US,"Deep and restrained, with typical cassis and unusual foresty aromas. Flavors veer toward black fruits, with strong leather and toast accents. Buttery oak carries velvety tannins. A precise and correct Napa Cab that is just a little shy on stuffing.",Wild Boar Vyd,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1996 Wild Boar Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1996-wild-boar-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Flora Springs
,White,New Zealand,"Although this Chardonnay is 100% stainless-steel fermented, there is a richness of flavor and texture here that could lead you to believe otherwise. Honey, flowers, pear and rich, almost Tokay-like aromas open to a full palate of very good fruit and spicy, nutty flavors. No oak, and yet no lack of weight.",Whitecliff,16,89,Marlborough & Hawkes Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1998 Whitecliff Chardonnay (Marlborough & Hawkes Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1998-whitecliff-chardonnay-marlborough-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1998,Sacred Hill
,Red,US,"This illustrates one trend in California, toward making riper, sweeter, softer and oakier Sangioveses, more akin to St.-Julien than Chianti. In the process, it loses the varietal's delicacy, but there's no denying this is a sumptuous, delicious, complex red dinner wine, like a light but fine claret.",,19,89,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1997 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1997-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1997,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
13.5,Red,US,"A gorgeous, classic Oregon Pinot nose is your introduction to this lovely wine. Sassafras, mint and soft cherry fruit lead into a spicy, sassy, somewhat tannic wine with elements of fruit, wood and oak all intermingled.",Reserve,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Cristom
14.4,Red,US,"A fine Zin for this price. It's deeply colored and extracted, with ripe berry, coffee, chocolate and olive notes. On the palate, the fruit is sweetly ripe, although the wine itself is dry. Full-bodied and satisfying, with some pleasing complexity. A blend of grapes from the Central Valley, the Sierra Foothills, and Napa. Best Buy.",Tres Condados,14,88,California,California Other,California,Vigil 1997 Tres Condados Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigil-1997-tres-condados-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Vigil
,Red,US,"Smells like the genuine Rhône article, with high alcohol, black-currant fruit, and hard, tight tannins. Right now the tannin and alcohol overwhelm the fruit, and it feels a bit out of balance. Very French tasting, with good long-term potential.",,40,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 1998 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1998,Glen Fiona
,Red,US,"A light, pretty wine, built along Pinot Noir lines. Has delicate tea-like aromas and flavors; also raspberry, espresso, and earth. Fairly acidic, which gives it a pleasant tartness, and not very oaky. Despite the lightness it's complex and interesting.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 1997 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-1997-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Benessere
,Red,Italy,"With its deep red-fruit aromas, dense black-cherry flavors, and lovely mouthfeel, this is a great example of how good even the lesser wines from this historic Tuscan hill town can be. Finishes with dark fruit, chocolate and toasty oak-accented flavors.",,15,88,Tuscany,Rosso di Montepulciano,,Valdipiatta 1998  Rosso di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdipiatta-1998-sangiovese-rosso-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1998,Valdipiatta
,White,New Zealand,"This counterpoint (to the unoaked Whitecliff Chardonnay) is a full and toasty Chardonnay with plenty of butterscotch, coconut and caramel aromas. Popcorn and pineapple flavors appear on the palate, and the mouthfeel is buttery.",Barrel Fermented,20,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1998,Sacred Hill
,White,New Zealand,"This is an elegant rendition of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Classic floral, gooseberry and grapefruit elements are all present, but there is a gentle, chalky, almost creamy texture as opposed to the sharpness so often experienced. A very long and bright finish closes the package nicely.",Whitecliff,13,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1999 Whitecliff Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1999-whitecliff-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Sacred Hill
14.5,Red,US,"This small winery specializes in Italian varietals and it does them pretty well. Here is a good impersonation of Chianti, with just enough mint, herb and oak aromatics and extracted plummy fruit to qualify as pure Cal-Ital. A big wine at 14.5%, it's got a nice black-cherry core and it stands up solidly to garlic-laden foods.",,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Monte Volpe 1997 Sangiovese (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-1997-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sangiovese,1997,Monte Volpe
,Red,US,"Plummy, oaky and mildly herbaceous in a tomato-like manner, this Merlot has good texture and full plum, earth and cocoa flavors. With its 15% alcohol it runs a bit hot, but it has decent acidity and a full finish with broad, mouth-coating tannins. Almost over the top, but hangs on.",Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard,40,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Delicato 1998 Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-monterey-vine-select-san-bernabe-vineyard-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1998,Delicato
,Red,US,"From a Calistoga-area vineyard on Spring Mountain comes this very dark, dense wine. Smells young and tight now, with earthy/mulchy aromas mingling with black currant. Flavors run to currants, blackberries and spice. Young and tannic; it would be fine with rich foods, but better to age it for a few years and let it soften.",Graeser Vineyards,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Audubon Cellars 1997 Graeser Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audubon-cellars-1997-graeser-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Audubon Cellars
,White,US,"Very rich, with pineapple fruit and smoky, toasty oak aromas opening to a full palate of apple-pear, butterscotch and hazelnut flavors. Has an attractive, creamy mouthfeel, with a long, fairly complex popcorn, lemon and butterscotch finish. A promising first effort that shows decent stuffing and some handsome shadings.",Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard,35,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Delicato 1998 Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-monterey-vine-select-san-bernabe-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1998,Delicato
,Red,US,"The earthy nose never completely sheds its slightly green quality, but everything else is right on the money. It's full-bodied, with a soft, sensual mouthfeel. Nice cassis fruit and some layered oak appear on the finish. Good acidity sparks a juicy mouthfeel, and there's character and depth throughout.",Baritelle Vineyard Jackson Clo,50,89,California,Napa,Rutherford,Bell 1996 Baritelle Vineyard Jackson Clo Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1996-baritelle-vineyard-jackson-clo-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Bell
14.6,Red,US,"With a very sweet and wide-open berry nose that's quite classy and deep. Likewise the palate is open and friendly. Flavors are spicy blackberry and sweeter cassis, but they're kind of short-lived. Oak overwhelms the finish, leaving a toasty but one-dimensional feel to the finish. It's definitely soft enough to drink now.",Reserve,70,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Chateau St. Jean
13.5,Red,US,"Deep and plummy, with a sweetness to the fruit but not much spice. A nice cherry core of fruit dominates, with young, smoky oak providing the backbone.",Marjorie Vineyard,32,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1997 Marjorie Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1997-marjorie-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Cristom
,Red,US,"A luxuriously smooth and fruity wine that drinks well now, it has pretty aromas of wild berries, herbs and bacon, and very extracted berry and spice flavors. Dry, but has a sweet glycerin-laden mouthfeel and a long finish. Mainly Sangiovese, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot, Teroldego and Cabernet Franc.",Colmera Red Table Wine,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1997 Colmera Red Table Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1997-colmera-red-table-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1997,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
13.5,Red,Italy,"A veritable spice box greets you here: cinnamon, cumin, rosemary. Then tea and black-cherry flavors get some support from clove accents and a certain chocolaty earthiness. Ends long and large, with powdery tannins. A horse of a wine that will improve over the course of a decade.",Bernardot,74,89,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1997 Bernardot  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1997-bernardot-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1997,Ceretto
14,Red,Italy,"Quite dark in color, this densely aromatic and flavored red delivers lots of blackberry, plum and oak notes on the nose, followed by black-cherry and chocolate flavors. The mouthfeel is rich, but with a tangy acidity that keeps it lively, and the finish is long. It lacks the pedigree of some top Piedmontese wines but delivers more flavor and texture than many more familiar names.",Valmaggiore,25,89,Piedmont,Roero,,Cascina Chicco 1997 Valmaggiore  (Roero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-chicco-1997-valmaggiore-nebbiolo-roero/,Nebbiolo,1997,Cascina Chicco
13.5,Red,Italy,"Some rubber aromas are offset by blackberry, and then some warm wood appears as the bouquet blossoms. Plum and cherry are the flavors. The palate is clean and full of depth. Smooth and woody down the stretch, it keeps its balance at all points. Give it a few years to show its best.",Don Alberto Riserva,40,89,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Le Miccine 1997 Don Alberto Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-miccine-1997-don-alberto-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Le Miccine
,Red,Italy,"Dense right from the start, with coffee, asphalt and black-cherry aromas. An earthy wine with a round palate full of chocolate and berry fruit, it's power-packed in the mouth, where some drying tannins make their mark but don't overwhelm. Has all the qualities of fine Barolo. Drink in three to five years.",Bricco Visette,42,89,Piedmont,Barolo,,Attilio Ghisolfi 1995 Bricco Visette  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-1995-bricco-visette-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Attilio Ghisolfi
13,Red,Italy,"This is Piero Antinori's first Brunello from this vineyard, and it was made in an immensely friendly international style, with a plump body, velvety tannins and rich flavor. It lacks the astringency and leathery qualities of many ageworthy Brunellos, but for a tasty, early-drinking big-name red, it is almost certain to please.",Pian delle Vigne,60,89,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Antinori 1995 Pian delle Vigne  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1995-pian-delle-vigne-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1995,Antinori
14.6,Red,US,"Has characteristic Zin aromas of blackberry, roasted coffeebean, spice, and chocolate aromas, and drinks rich and smooth. The ripe fruity flavors are really delicious. Dry, with velvety, drink-me-now tannins, and it finishes smooth.",Mohr-Fry Ranch,18,89,California,California Other,California,Vigil 1998 Mohr-Fry Ranch Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigil-1998-mohr-fry-ranch-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,Vigil
13,Red,Italy,"Unmistakably minty in the nose, this mellow and mature Merlot is full of plum, red raspberry and mild oak. It's soft, smooth and suave. Its age and riserva status are best appreciated in the mouthfeel; it doesn't overwhelm at all. Quality-driven estates in northeast Italy have shown a propensity to do well with Merlot in good vintages, and this one offers attractive subtleties.",Sosso Riserva,35,89,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 1995 Sosso Riserva Merlot (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-1995-sosso-riserva-merlot-colli-orientali-friuli/,Merlot,1995,Livio Felluga
,Red,Chile,"This handsomely built Cabernet from a subappellation of Curicó has a winning nose of black currants, spices and chocolate. The mouthfeel is rich, almost lush, with cassis, licorice and dark-chocolate flavors. Finishes long and smooth, and offers very good balance along with a lot of flavor and texture. Best Buy.",Reserva,11,89,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 1999 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-1999-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-rio-claro/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Aresti
,Red,US,"Powered by jammy scents of strawberry preserves, chocolate and mocha cream, this forward, fruity and immensely likable Merlot demands to be drunk immediately.",Seven Hills Vineyard,45,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Andrew Will 1998 Seven Hills Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1998-seven-hills-vineyard-merlot-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Merlot,1998,Andrew Will
,Red,US,"Blackberry aromas with leather and a slight cool note open this solid Syrah. Rich, dark berry, chocolate and licorice flavors, and a dense texture. Not overextracted or overripe, the wine has an appealing finish, echoing the flavors on the palate.",Monterey Vine Select San Bernbe Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Delicato 1998 Monterey Vine Select San Bernbe Vineyard Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-monterey-vine-select-san-bernbe-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1998,Delicato
,White,US,"Not as rich as the Gris, the Blanc emphasizes apples over pears. The '98 has softened up from an extra year in bottle. Creamy and perfectly ripe, it couldn't be better for summer salads and grilled fish and poultry.",,16,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 1998 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1998-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,WillaKenzie Estate
13,Red,US,,Alexander's Crown Vyd,26,90,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1997 Alexander's Crown Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-alexanders-crown-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-northern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rodney Strong
,Red,Italy,"Right off the bat it smells beautiful--gorgeous black cherries and deep chocolaty earth. It's a little less overwhelming in the mouth, but by no means is it shy or faulty. A blend of Sangioveto, Cabernet, and Merlot that works like a charm with food. The plummy fruit and soft woody elements make their mark without being too forward.",Cerviolo,37,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,San Fabiano Calcinaia 1996 Cerviolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-fabiano-calcinaia-1996-cerviolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1996,San Fabiano Calcinaia
,Red,US,"Anticipation runs high for a wine like this. The aroma is all black currants and oak, with an herbaceous streak. Tastes very young and tight. Tannins are creamy, but considerable. The oak also is considerable. Seems to have the fruity stuffing and balance for the long haul. Still, even in its youth, it's quite an impressive wine, defined by elegance and pedigree.",,50,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,St. Clement 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-howell-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,St. Clement
14.5,Red,US,"The third and most expensive of this winery's current Zin releases. A complex, elegant wine, with currant, berry, and spice aromas and flavors. It drinks very dry, and the tannins are sturdy--they kick in on the finish--but it's soft enough to drink now.",,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vigil 1998 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigil-1998-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Vigil
13.5,Red,US,"A strong briar-patch nose is accented by cola, creamy vanilla, and finely toasted oak. It's much the classic Rutherford big boy, with black-currant, licorice and tobacco notes. Yet it remains cool and light, not heavy or corpulent. Fine tannins close it out, leaving us with a more positive impression than in our original review, which appeared in the July issue.",,90,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Quintessa 1996 Red (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quintessa-1996-red-napa-rutherford/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Quintessa
13,White,Italy,"Unlike a transluscent soda-style P.G., this one has some gray color and immediately shows richness in the nose. Peach and apricot flavors are clean and supported by butter and vanilla bean. Lime and slate work nicely together on the finish. Overall it's smooth and stylish, and earns its stripes. Pricey by Pinot Grigio standards, but worth it.",,21,90,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 1999 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Livio Felluga
,Red,US,"Minerally, this wine balances tight, lean fruit with an elegant firmness. It's young but not too hard, and all in perfect balance.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1998 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1998-ciel-cheval-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,McCrea
,Red,US,"Immediately delicious, though still tight and lean. Long hang time gives the fruit extra dimension, and the finished wine has grip and polish. Doug McCrea, like David Lake at Columbia, makes Syrah that is built for aging.",Boushley Vineyards,35,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1998 Boushley Vineyards Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1998-boushley-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,McCrea
,White,US,"Vintage after vintage this exciting winery nails it with its Gris, which captures aromas of pear and ripe melon, infuses them with cloves and spice, and freshens the palate with a zesty, leesy texture. Low yields, great soil and long, slow fermentation are the keys to its success.",,16,90,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,WillaKenzie Estate 1999 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1999-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1999,WillaKenzie Estate
,Red,US,"Zin has gotten increasingly expensive, but the upside is vintners are seeking out old vine examples, and this is a good one. The aroma is straightforward, all berries and plums; the complexity is on the palate. Very dry, with all sorts of berries, stone fruits, and spices. Balanced and absolutely delicious.",Harvey-Binz Vineyard,28,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1997 Harvey-Binz Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-harvey-binz-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Folie à Deux
,Red,Italy,"This rich rendition of Sangiovese mixed with Cabernet and other red grapes is a lovable, chummy sort of red that will appeal to hedonists. There's all sorts of body here along with delicious blackberry fruit and chocolaty oak. A fine representative of a stellar vintage.",,23,91,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 1997  Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-1997-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,1997,Capezzana
,White,US,"Stunningly clean and intense aromas of lemon and lime, vanilla, kiwi, and new-mown grass greet the nose. The flavors are also strong and penetrating, thanks to high acidity. Citrus is the dominant theme. A wonderful interpretation of Sauvignon Blanc as a serious food wine. Best Buy.",Cuvée 128,13,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Navarro 1998 Cuvée 128 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1998-cuvee-128-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Navarro
,White,New Zealand,"A small bird, not Chuck Connors, gives this wine its name. A huge, intensely toasted Chardonnay with lemon, green-apple, butterscotch and custard aromas and flavors. Rich, oaky and weighty, it has very good structure and balance, and should age nicely over a few more years.",Rifleman's,33,92,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1997 Rifleman's Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1997-riflemans-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1997,Sacred Hill
13.5,Red,US,"From a winery owned by Gary and Nancy Andrus of Pine Ridge fame. Intense fruit combines blueberries, black cherries and spicy preserves. Gamy, with hints of leather. The oak is there, but nicely balanced. A very young, forward, concentrated mouthful. Only 478 cases produced.",Arcus Estate,65,92,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1998 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1998-arcus-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Archery Summit
13.5,Red,Italy,"What a luscious, sumptuous Barbaresco. Rich black cherries and spice wash over the palate, finishing with hints of black tea. Seductive and elegant; the low acidity and mild tannins suggest it will be best consumed young, say over the next 5--8 years. A wine that's still under the Ceretto umbrella; there's just a different name on the bottle.",Bricco Asili,111,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1997 Bricco Asili  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1997-bricco-asili-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1997,Ceretto
,Red,US,"Very intense, very extracted and very Californian from head to toe. Marvelous fruit potency courses through this muscular blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and a few other red grapes. The oak is mammoth, and sweet like coconut, but the powerful currant- and coffee-tinged fruit can handle it. A sure bet to partner grilled beef or braised lamb shanks.",Alexis Red Table Wine,45,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1997 Alexis Red Table Wine Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1997-alexis-red-table-wine-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Swanson
,Red,Italy,"In this world of increasingly pumped-up reds, this is a throwback, but with a lot of purity due to the great vintage. Leather, hard spices and an earthy-rubbery note carry the bouquet; excellent gripping tannins frame the impressive cherry fruit. It's a dead-on Nebbiolo and already rewarding, but give it three years to evolve further.",Barbaresco Asij,44,92,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1997 Barbaresco Asij  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1997-barbaresco-asij-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1997,Ceretto
,Red,US,"The Klipsun Vineyard is located on Red Mountain, at the eastern edge of the Yakima Valley, which someday soon could have its own AVA. For now you may revel in its obvious terroir: an iron-rich mineral streak that runs straight through the wines. Tight and metallic, with vibrant fruit, it's built to last.",Klipsun Vineyard,45,92,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 1998 Klipsun Vineyard Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1998-klipsun-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Andrew Will
13.5,Red,US,"Rich, dark and plummy black fruit, accented with smoke and pepper. No rough edges; it's polished, smooth and seamlessly complete.",Reserve,20,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1996 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1996-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1996,Columbia Crest
13.9,Red,US,,Reserve,40,92,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-northern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"Bright, forward, and intensely fruity in the typical Andrew Will mold. Concentrated and tight, like the essence of raspberries floating in vanilla cream. Long, focused finish.",Ciel du Cheval Vineyard,45,93,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 1998 Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1998-ciel-cheval-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Andrew Will
13.5,White,US,"This long-time good-value Chard seems to have lost some of the character it used to have. It's citrusy, spicy and fruity, but it's a bit off-dry and rough. Finishes sharp and earthy.",Sundial,9,81,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1999 Sundial Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1999-sundial-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Fetzer
12.6,White,New Zealand,"Sickly sweet vanilla oak is tempered by some light, tart pineapple fruit, but ultimately it comes across as simple and one-dimensional.",,13,81,Gisborne,,,Riverside 1998 Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-1998-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,Riverside
13.5,Red,Australia,"Smells and tastes overripe, as though some grapes in the clusters were sunburned. Has typical black-currant aromas and flavors, accompanied by rubbery, asphalt notes. The acidity, though, is high, making it seem a bit disjointed.",Regional Selection,20,81,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Barwang 1997 Regional Selection Merlot (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-regional-selection-merlot-coonawarra/,Merlot,1997,Barwang
12,Red,New Zealand,"Leans heavily toward the tobacco-herbaceous side of the Bordeaux-blend spectrum, although it does blend in some black-cherry notes. Shrill acidity and somewhat green and earthy flavors steer this offering a trifle off course.",Smith-Dartmoor Estate,18,82,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1996 Smith-Dartmoor Estate Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1996-smith-dartmoor-estate-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1996,Matua Valley
13,Red,US,"Smells heavy for a Pinot, with aromas of fresh cement, earth, and—faintly—blackberry. Tannins are light enough, and there's some fruit there, but the overall impression is heavy-handed. Very dry; finishes a bit rough.",Coastal,11,82,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1998 Coastal Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-coastal-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1998,Robert Mondavi
13.5,White,Australia,"Sweet-and-sour aromas and flavors with an odd note define this wine. Seems a bit tired and unbalanced, with oak and grapefruity bitterness predominating on the finish.",,22,82,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Heggies Vineyard 1998 Viognier (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heggies-vineyard-1998-viognier-eden-valley/,Viognier,1998,Heggies Vineyard
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A rich, creamy oak bomb that's loaded with vanilla, toast and butterscotch. Some additional dairy notes creep in on the finish. For wood fans only.",Reserve,20,83,Stirling,,,Riverside 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Stirling),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-1997-reserve-chardonnay-stirling/,Chardonnay,1997,Riverside
13.5,White,US,"Hints of the bright tropical-fruit aromas the Salinas Valley is known for emerge, but they're accompanied by earthier notes. A real bite of acidity creates a sharpness that some residual sugar can't quite soften. As a result, it seems a little unbalanced and disjointed.",Coastal Selection,12,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1998 Coastal Selection Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-coastal-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Mirassou
13.9,White,Australia,"Wood and apple aromas open this wine, and the profile continues onto the palate. Fairly weighty in the mouth, but the body is almost all from the oak. Closes rather one-dimensionally, too, with quite heavy wood that suppresses the fruit.",,13,83,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Wynns Coonawarra Estate 1997 Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wynns-coonawarra-estate-1997-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,1997,Wynns Coonawarra Estate
12.7,Red,Australia,"A little damp-smelling, with mushroom, mint and chocolate aromas, but not much fruit. It takes an extremely long time to open up, and even then the tail end of the palate—both flavor and feel—is sharp. The fruit falls into the cranberry-and-cherry range.",,15,83,South Australia,Limestone Coast,,Heathfield Ridge 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Limestone Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heathfield-ridge-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-limestone-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Heathfield Ridge
13.5,White,US,"This is a nice, clean wine that has more fruit and class than you'd think at this giveaway price. The aromas and flavors tend toward green apples and peaches, with some pretty oak shadings. The finish is a little sweet.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Canyon Road
13,White,US,"From some of Monterey's best growing regions comes this light but likable wine. The racy flavors veer toward tropical fruits and citrus, and while it's a little on the simple side, the wine is clean and spicy. Fairly high acidity gives it a bit of a tingle.",,12,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Hahn 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Hahn
,White,US,"Apple and pear aromas, and some subtle oak shadings, mark the aromas, while the flavors are of green apples, peaches, and citrus fruits, with a spicy finish. But it's watery in the middle, with scouring acidity.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rancho Sisquoc 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rancho Sisquoc
13.5,White,US,"It smells of apple pie, pears and spearmint. Tastes of pineapple, green apple and oak. Some residual sugar lends a fruit-cocktail element to a wine that shows its best when well chilled. As it warms up it begins to get sticky on the palate.",Reserve,10,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Corbett Canyon 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbett-canyon-1997-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Corbett Canyon
13,White,Australia,"Pulsating honey and pear aromas announce the sweetness that follows. Like many Aussie Chards, this is a huge mouthful of pineapple, banana and other tropical fruits. A touch of welcome bitterness offers some balance to the heavy finish.",,10,84,South Australia,South Australia,,Buckeley's 1999 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buckeleys-1999-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,1999,Buckeley's
13.1,White,US,"The nose is welcoming, with aromas of buttered toast and spice. But the flavors are overwhelmingly lemony and tart—a strange amalgam that doesn't quite come together.",,10,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dreyer Sonoma 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dreyer-sonoma-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Dreyer Sonoma
13.5,Red,US,"Chunky in the nose, with a touch of tomato, oak, chocolate and wet dog. Looks heavy and dark in the glass, which tips off the round, hefty mouthfeel. There's a grapey/raisiny quality to the fruit, which is low-acid. The finish is smooth enough, with unassertive tannins and ample length.",Laetitia Vyd,32,84,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Blackjack 1998 Laetitia Vyd Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackjack-1998-laetitia-vyd-pinot-noir-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Blackjack
13.5,White,Australia,"Aromas of honey, tangerine and apricot open to a flavorful but not too sweet palate of apple, nutmeg and spice flavors. Good, but a bit short and light on the back end.",Limited Release,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Oxford Landing 1998 Limited Release Viognier (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oxford-landing-1998-limited-release-viognier-south/,Viognier,1998,Oxford Landing
12.2,White,Australia,"Very bright, even sharp, this unoaked (Aquercus means without oak) Chardonnay reads very much like a Sauvignon Blanc. Aromas of grass, lime and grapefruit, like flavors, and a lean, crisply acidic profile make this wine appealing, but quite different from the archetype Australian Chardonnay Americans are used to. Great zing, but a different thing.",Aquercus Unwooded,10,85,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Wise 1999 Aquercus Unwooded Chardonnay (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-1999-aquercus-unwooded-chardonnay-margaret-river/,Chardonnay,1999,Wise
13.2,Red,Australia,"A tannic but friendly quaffer that improves with time in the glass. The cured meat and tobacco notes don't exactly connect with the sweet-tart fruit. Unlike all the black-fruit-driven Shirazes, this one is basically cherries and plums. The finish is fresh and short, and here the tannins really show their teeth.",,10,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Bulletin Place 1998 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bulletin-place-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1998,Bulletin Place
12.5,White,Australia,"Here's a very interesting Chard packed with citrus, tropical fruit, and spice, and just the right touch of toasty oak.  One caveat: The acidity is very high, and some may find it tart, even sour.  Others will appreciate the structure.",,7,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 1999 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-1999-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,McPherson Wine Company
13.5,White,Australia,"Full aromas of peach, pears, and toast open this very straightforward (and very successful over the last decade) Aussie Chardonnay. Good mouthfeel. Apple, mild tropical-fruit and toast flavors make it a winner. Solid and quite widely available, if perhaps a touch hotter and less well-defined than in its best years.",,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 1999 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Rosemount
12.1,White,New Zealand,"Ripe, verging on sweet, aromas of green apples and citrus show only a little of the gooseberry fragrance normally associated with Kiwi Sauvignons. Fairly round and soft in the mouth, it does have a hint of jalapeño on the finish that adds varietal spice.",,12,85,Hawke's Bay,,,Riverside 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riverside-1999-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Riverside
12.5,White,Australia,"An interesting mix is at work here: You get the Chardonnay body and pear flavors and some nuttiness from the 60% Sémillon. Quite a straight-ahead wine, with more neutrality than nuance; the flavor profile ultimately veers toward citrus and almond. Overall it's forward and clean-tasting, with enough creaminess to satisfy.",,7,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 1999 White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-1999-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,1999,McPherson Wine Company
,White,US,"Smells fresh and fruity, with ultraclean apple and peach flavors, and not much oak. Nice flavors in this pretty wine. It's dry, with typical Chard fruit and spice, and a kiss of oak.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Baron Herzog
13.8,Red,US,"Fans of upfront fruit will have problems with this earthy, tannic wine. Fresh out of the bottle, the aromas are of cherry tomatoes and herbs, and the wine tastes loamy and herbaceous. But an opened bottle retasted 24 hours later had evolved to yield plenty of sweet, spicy black-cherry fruit, suggesting the possibility of midterm aging.",,35,85,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 1998 Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,1998,Chalone Vineyard
,White,Australia,"Light in color, this Aussie offering brings to mind wines of the Mâcon, with its mildly spicy fruit and herb nose, dry citrus and chalk palate, and lean, lightly talc-like mouthfeel. A light citrus-and-spice finish closes this wine made with indigenous yeasts. .",Long Paddock,11,85,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 1998 Long Paddock Chardonnay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-1998-long-paddock-chardonnay-victoria/,Chardonnay,1998,Redbank
,White,Australia,"This is a pretty good wine; fruity, spicy, ripe, round and supple, with classic green-apple and peach notes mingling with spicy, creamy, vanilla complexities. Interesting in that it uses Russian oak, with good results. Seems to have a little residual sugar, but high acidity balances things out.",,18,85,Victoria,Rutherglen,,Warrabilla 1998 Chardonnay (Rutherglen),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warrabilla-1998-chardonnay-rutherglen/,Chardonnay,1998,Warrabilla
,White,Australia,"A polished wine with an array of ripe fruits ranging from apple and peach to tropical fruit. It's clean and sharp, thanks to high acidity. The fruit flavor is a bit simple, veering to lemon and lime, but it sure cleans the palate.",,15,85,South Australia,Padthaway,,Lindemans 1998 Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1998-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,1998,Lindemans
12.5,Red,Australia,"Here's a light and friendly wine that indicates that Australia is finding its way with the fickle grape of Burgundy. Lots of red-fruit aromas and flavors: strawberry, raspberry and cranberry. Some well-applied oak shadings add complexity. A quintessential lunch wine; it's neither too serious nor too expensive to enjoy with grilled chicken or salmon. Best Buy.",Bin 333,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Wyndham Estate 1999 Bin 333 Pinot Noir (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wyndham-estate-1999-bin-333-pinot-noir-south-eastern/,Pinot Noir,1999,Wyndham Estate
,White,Australia,"You'll like the floral, butter, citrus and white-chocolate aromas, and citrus and peach flavors. For all the ripeness, it's quite dry,with high acidity and a clean, refreshing finish. Best Buy.",,14,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Thomas Mitchell 1998 Marsanne (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-mitchell-1998-marsanne-south-eastern/,Marsanne,1998,Thomas Mitchell
13,White,Australia,"This perennial value leader scores again in the '98 vintage. It's definitely fruity, as it delivers the full complement of citrus, especially grapefruit. A touch of wood gives a vanilla/meringue accent. Pleasant, with a nice mouthfeel, this will make far more friends than enemies. Best Buy.",,8,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rothbury Estate 1998 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rothbury-estate-1998-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1998,Rothbury Estate
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"From a Napa producer with an outpost in New Zealand. Australian-born Gerald Rowland's wine has a lovely nose of cherries, beets, cola, and green herbs. But it doesn't entirely fulfill that promise on the palate—the velvety cherries are there, but they're overlaid by a persistent green stemminess that promises longevity though not necessarily charm.",Jill's Vineyard,22,86,Central Otago,,,Rowland 1998 Jill's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Central Otago),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rowland-1998-jills-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-otago/,Pinot Noir,1998,Rowland
13,White,Australia,"Another solid vintage for Bin 65, one of the brands that for many people is synonymous with popular-priced Aussie Chardonnay. With its round mouthfeel, sweet tropical fruit, hay and melon flavors accented by soft oak, it's no surprise why. Flavorful and affordable, and widely available.",Bin 65,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Lindemans 1999 Bin 65 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1999-bin-65-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,1999,Lindemans
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Orange and floral scents are characteristic of the variety. Not overly sweet, but with 13.5% alcohol, this might be served best as an apéritif or to accompany foie gras rather than as a dessert wine; most desserts will simply be too sweet for it.",Late Harvest,12,86,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 1996 Late Harvest Muscat (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1996-late-harvest-muscat-gisborne/,Muscat,1996,Matua Valley
14,Red,US,"One whiff tells you this is fine Zin: black cherry, raspberry, tobacco, earth, and plenty of black pepper and spice. Very soft and easy to drink. The residual sugar is just barely noticeable, giving it a cola-like flavor. This is a fruit-driven wine; extracted and jammy.",,19,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dark Star 1997 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-star-1997-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Dark Star
13.2,Red,Australia,"Wines from this part of Western Australia are usually worth a look. This one qualifies, with its fine mouthfeel and good intentions. But a strong bell-pepper streak in the nose and palate is too dominant; would be better with bolder, sweeter fruit, because the winemaking seems good.",,17,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Wise 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wise-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-margaret-river/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Wise
13.5,White,Australia,"Verdelho is a grape from Iberia that the Aussies are increasingly working with. The lime and herb qualities in this offering are attractive, and the mouthfeel is slightly chalky, in a positive manner. Tangy, with a sweet-spicy finish, this is an appealing, somewhat softer alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.",,16,86,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Abbey Vale 1999 Verdelho (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abbey-vale-1999-spanish-white-verdelho-margaret-river/,Verdelho,1999,Abbey Vale
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Shows some of the weakness of the vintage in its rather tart profile and flavors of red fruits and cranberries. A good effort, just short of the usual standard at this estate.",Vinho Tinto,14,86,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 1998 Vinho Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-1998-vinho-tinto-red-douro/,Red Blend,1998,Quinta do Crasto
12.5,Red,Australia,"This unusual blend of 60% Malbec and 40% Merlot comes across as the beneficiary of lots of sun. It's big, chunky and sweet, with ample shadings of American oak. What it lacks in elegance is made up for in concentration and power. A little grapey, but spicy and leathery enough to qualify as a good quaffing wine rather than just ponderous grape juice.",Black Sheep,16,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Stanley Brothers 1998 Black Sheep Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanley-brothers-1998-black-sheep-red-barossa-valley/,Red Blend,1998,Stanley Brothers
12.5,Red,New Zealand,"Smoky aromas mix with scents of green herbs in an offering that's reminiscent of some Chinons. Shows good depth on the palate and admirable complexity, mixing in coffee, black currants, and dark earth components.",Ararimu,45,86,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1996 Ararimu Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1996-ararimu-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Matua Valley
13,White,Australia,"“Pristine” stands for untouched—in this case by wood, an increasingly popular approach to the Chardonnay grape in Australia. The light citrus aromas, herb and caramel accents, and a dry and lean mouthfeel with almost tart pineapple flavors bring to mind better Mâconnais wines from Burgundy. Well-balanced, it closes crisply with mild tropical-fruit notes. Likable, and not a fat, oaky tropical fruit bomb.",Pristine,15,86,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Stanley Brothers 1998 Pristine Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stanley-brothers-1998-pristine-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Stanley Brothers
14.2,White,US,"Estate bottled and barrel fermented, with lots of buttery flavors from full malolactic fermentation. Intensely fruity, it retains some acids, and shows a good clean mouthfeel and a persistent finish.",Bliss Vineyard Reserve,23,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1997 Bliss Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1997-bliss-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1997,Brutocao
,White,Australia,"You get the better parts of both worlds here: It's both classy and casual. If it's slightly austere on its own, with sharpness and palate-scrubbing acids, just place some spicy food alongside it and you're home free. Ginger chicken is a particularly good match. The lemon-lime fruit is accented by slate and petrol. It's more of a food wine than a simple sipper.",Gold Label,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 1999 Gold Label Riesling (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-1999-gold-label-riesling-south/,Riesling,1999,Wolf Blass
13,White,New Zealand,"Peppy and bright, with green apple and citrus aromas, this Sauvignon Blanc displays nice balance and a rounder mouthfeel than many of its Kiwi brethren. Finishes dry, with tart grapefruit flavors and a smoky note.",,16,86,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-1999-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Nautilus
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A solid example of Kiwi Chard, with toast and vanilla backing up citrus and ripe pear aromas and flavors. Not a blockbuster, but focused and flavorful. Smoky oak notes spice up the finish.",,17,86,Marlborough,,,Nautilus 1998 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nautilus-1998-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Nautilus
14.2,White,US,"Emphasizes oak-derived elements—toast, cream and hints of menthol—backed up by pineapple and other tropical fruits. A big, hefty mouthful.",Damaris Reserve,32,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Landmark 1998 Damaris Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-1998-damaris-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Landmark
14.2,Red,US,"Comes across on the earthy, herbal side, although there are some pretty raspberry notes on the palate. A little heavy, and lacks perhaps some delicacy. A sweet cola-like finish completes the picture.",Paragon,19,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 1998 Paragon Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-1998-paragon-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Edna Valley Vineyard
,White,US,"Crystal-clear California Chardonnay, with its trademark pineapple, pear and citrus flavors offset by a hit of creamy oak and buttery notes. Toast and butterscotch marry with faint lemon flavors on the finish.",Sonoma Cask,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1998 Sonoma Cask Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-sonoma-cask-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Sebastiani
13.5,Red,New Zealand,"Oaky at first sniff, with plenty of vanilla and cinnamon aromas over black currants. The atypically warm vintage has yielded a wine that lacks the herbaceous character of many New Zealand reds, yet still retains excellent acidity. Ripe fruit flavors are countered by lemony acids, resulting in a wine that shows a pleasant yin-yang character.",Matheson Vineyard,20,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1998 Matheson Vineyard Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1998-matheson-vineyard-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Matua Valley
,Red,US,"Dark berries, earth and toasty oak all come together in this rich, heady Pinot. It may not have the grace of a prima ballerina, but it is full-bodied and satisfying. Probably best to drink over the next 2-3 years.",,28,87,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1998 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Iron Horse
13,Red,Australia,"At 85% Cabernet, this one starts off mildly hot and heavy, with pungent brambly aromas and a leathery, spicy undercurrent. The plum and raspberry flavors are overt, and it finishes with a slight burn. Aeration settles it down and softens it up, leaving a wine more akin to Pinot Noir than to Cabernet.",,20,87,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Hollick 1997 Red (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollick-1997-red-coonawarra/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Hollick
13,Red,New Zealand,"Soft and jam-packed with sweet and snappy strawberry and rhubarb aromas. The flavors are similar and are buffeted by a refreshing cool herbal streak. This is like a berry sundae—easy-going and fun to dig into. Being a wine from young vines, it's more straightforward than complex.",,18,87,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1998 Pinot Noir (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1998-pinot-noir-kumeu/,Pinot Noir,1998,Kumeu River
13.7,White,US,"Offers up complex apple, lemon peel, and even caramel aromas, along with some spicy vanilla. The apple flavors are accompanied by spicy, butterscotchy oak, although the flavors could be more concentrated. A friendly, likable wine.",,34,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Vine Cliff
13.5,White,Australia,"Aromas of very ripe and sweet fruit announce this rich, orange- and pineapple-dominated wine. Full on the palate, with the bright fruit singing. A nice dose of oak appears on the back end. Very nice, in a straightforward style. Best Buy.",,10,87,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1999 Chardonnay (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1999-chardonnay-barossa-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Barossa Valley Estate
13,Red,New Zealand,"Smoke and toast dress up scents of black currants tinged with herbs. One taste and you know it comes from a cool-climate region (though Hawkes Bay is considered warm by NZ standards); the acids are prominent, but should allow the wine to age gracefully once it settles down. Now it's a raw blend of 70% Cab and 30% Merlot that needs rich or acidic foods to tame it.",,16,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Matua Valley 1998 Red (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1998-red-hawkes-bay/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Matua Valley
,White,Australia,"What a nice wine this is, so clean and supple. Starts off with lots of pretty apple, citrus and mint notes, and drinks very dry, with a tingle of acidity and spice. Very refreshing, and even some complexity.",,15,87,Victoria,Victoria,,Preece 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preece-1998-sauvignon-blanc-victoria/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Preece
14,White,New Zealand,"A unique bouquet of honey and tangerines suggests that very ripe fruit went into this succulent wine. Subtle vanilla notes add a creamy feel, and it finishes with bright citrus flavors. This is a big, fruit-forward wine that should be drunk over the next year or two.",Roseland,20,87,Marlborough,,,Goldwater 1998 Roseland Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goldwater-1998-roseland-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Goldwater
13.9,Red,Australia,"Giant and grapey, just as you might expect. It's 100% forward, with plenty of overt cherry, coffee and chocolate character, but it's also limited in scope and lacks complexity. A good food wine that's not overblown with oak, even though it spent two years in barrels.",Classic Clare,28,87,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1997 Classic Clare Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1997-classic-clare-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Leasingham
13,White,New Zealand,"A ripe, sweet, citrusy, New World white that tastes more like Sauvignon Blanc than any Riesling from the Mosel or Austria. Despite its varietal aloofness, there's clean and refreshing grapefruit and orange flavors and a weighty body. If you like blazing fruit, this is it; for something steely and minerally, look to Germany.",Private Bin,12,87,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 1999 Private Bin Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-1999-private-bin-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1999,Villa Maria
,White,US,"Complex, with pears, sweet grass, apples, citrus, jasmine, and chalk all apparent on the nose. Creamy and full in the mouth, like a good milkshake. Some toast notes come on at the end.",Dutton Ranch,33,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastiani 1998 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1998-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Sebastiani
12.5,White,New Zealand,"A very herbaceous nose and lean grapefruit and gooseberry flavor profile make this a fairly textbook rendition of this certain style of Sauvignon Blanc. The texture is quite crisp and the finish dry, with a pronounced lime quality. Very alive, and not a wine people will be ambivalent about.",Saint Clair Estate,16,87,Marlborough,,,River Ford 1999 Saint Clair Estate Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/river-ford-1999-saint-clair-estate-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,River Ford
13,Red,Australia,"The elegant, spice-driven nose makes a positive initial impression, and the body and flavors do a decent job of sustaining it. It's a little light in the midpalate, but there are ample black-cherry flavors and smoky oak. An extremely competent wine from Len Evans, a figure in modern Australian wine lore. Best Buy.",,12,87,Victoria,King Valley,,Evans Wine Company 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (King Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evans-wine-company-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-king-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Evans Wine Company
14.2,Red,New Zealand,"Solid earthy aromas accented by bacon and vanilla presage round berry fruit favoring strawberry and cherry. Fairly full-bodied, in that it stands up in the glass like a Bordeaux. Not austere or overtly spicy; instead it is friendly and comes to life with breathing.",,24,87,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 1998 Pinot Noir (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-1998-pinot-noir-martinborough/,Pinot Noir,1998,Palliser Estate
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Subtle smoke shadings color the predominantly blackberry and chocolate aromas before yielding to plum and black-cherry fruit flavors. Features a satiny, refined mouthfeel and finishes a bit tart. A drink-me-now quaffer that hits the right notes.",Esteva,10,87,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 1997 Esteva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-1997-esteva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1997,Casa Ferreirinha
13,White,New Zealand,"The characteristic Sauvignon pungency of grapefruits and gooseberries has been smoothed over by barrel fermentation, resulting in a creamy, vanilla overlay that glides easily across the palate. Bright acidity shines through on the finish.",Reserve,13,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 1999 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-1999-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Mills Reef
13,White,US,"Light and friendly aromas of green apple, pear, vanilla and slate. Apples and pear flavors are touched up by a slight nuttiness. Finishes a bit heavy, with oak and toast stepping on and over the fruit. Full acidity keeps it tight.",,21,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Trefethen
13,Red,Australia,"What a wonderful wine at this price! It's got an amazing amount of sweet, ripe berry fruit and spice in a package that's balanced, rich, and harmonious. It might lack the extra dimension of a great wine, but it pushes the envelope of what you can get at an everyday price. Best Buy.",,8,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McPherson Wine Company 1999 Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcpherson-1999-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1999,McPherson Wine Company
,White,US,"Ripe tropical fruit, bananas, some heat still, and roughness from the barrel fermentation. It needs some time to smooth out, but it's a very consumer-friendly style of Chardonnay. Best Buy.",,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 1999 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1999-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1999,Bonterra
13.5,Red,Australia,"The model all-market wine, with popularity that seems to have no boundaries. In this vintage, it delivers crushed berry and spicy anise aromatics, richness, mouthfeel and a tasty medium-length finish. A wine for the grill, a party, you name it—this Shiraz shows no faults. It's a crowd-pleaser deluxe. Best Buy.",Diamond Label,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 1999 Diamond Label Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1999-diamond-label-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Rosemount
,Red,US,"A certain root or beet aroma mingles with notes of smoked meats, hard spices and cola. Cherry fruit is bolstered by a dark streak: licorice, coffee and earth. Good mouthfeel, good finish, well-made. Could improve with age.",Lavender Hill,33,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1998 Lavender Hill Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1998-lavender-hill-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Flora Springs
14.1,Red,US,"An intriguing nose of pine needles, slight barnyard, and a hint of dill is layered over ripe black cherries. A dense, yet soft and seductive wine that should reward cellaring with even more complexities.",Hirsch Vineyard,46,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 1998 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1998-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,1998,Siduri
14.3,Red,US,"Right from the start it's a tad different. There's a light apple-skin color similar to Pinot Noir, and brambly, cedar-like aromatics. Just the opposite of a rich, jammy Zin, this is a cruiserweight with spice galore—it actually borders on being a bit too piquant and sharp. An untamed Zin with a lot going on.",,23,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Tarius 1998 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1998,Tarius
13.5,Red,Australia,"A very dark, very ripe wine that impresses through its sheer size. It smells sweet, with cherry cola, white chocolate, and vanilla aromas, and that impression of sweetness carries over to the palate. Tastes very full-bodied and rich, like black-cherry jam. The tannins are soft and velvety.",Winemaker's Reserve,20,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Barwang 1997 Winemaker's Reserve Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-winemakers-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1997,Barwang
13,Red,Australia,"Blackberry and creamy vanilla aromas with cinnamon accents mark the nose of this very pleasant red. Displays good depth of fruit, licorice notes and well-integrated oak on the supple palate. Decent acidity keeps it from being cloying, and the wine finishes with good length. Best Buy.",,7,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Banrock Station 1999 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banrock-station-1999-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1999,Banrock Station
13,Red,Australia,"There's bacon, smoke, some popcorn, even chocolate. Clear and fresh berry fruit is supported by straight-ahead oak. It all comes together in a chocolaty, slightly earthy package. Fun and good, if a bit short in the finish.",,18,88,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Riddoch Estate 1996 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/riddoch-estate-1996-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1996,Riddoch Estate
14.1,White,US,"Has lots of lemon, peach and green-apple aromas, with a pungent earthiness. Fairly well-oaked, with pretty citrus flavors and a spicy, rich liveliness. Fun and easy to drink.",,26,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Testarossa 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Testarossa
14.1,White,US,"From a region not known for Chardonnay, this is toasty and pear-tinged. It's a tad heavy, almost honey-like and brooding. The oak is pronounced, but it frames the fruit. A wine of individuality and earthiness, but also atypical.",Stefani Vineyard,20,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Stefani Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-stefani-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
13,White,New Zealand,"This one falls squarely into the white-grapefruit and lime category. Quite herbal, with an outright green streak in the midpalate. Good tropical-fruit core, and round. Easy to drink, not piercing, and a little metallic. There's a basil-oregano note to the finish.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Tohu 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tohu-1999-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Tohu
13.5,Red,Australia,"A forward and dark-fruit nose with peppery accents and a dill-menthol note open this pleasing Shiraz. Medium and dark-berry flavors with leather and herb notes play into a pleasing dry and full finish, with even tannins. Continues to open in the glass, revealing more depth and nuance than first evidenced. Best Buy.",Gamekeeper's Reserve,10,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,St Hallett 1999 Gamekeeper's Reserve Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-hallett-1999-gamekeepers-reserve-red-barossa-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1999,St Hallett
14,Red,Australia,"Shiraz wine is an appealing easy drinker. Spicy and sweet dark-fruit aromas and toasty oak open to a round, full mouthfeel. Blackberry flavors and leather notes hold the sweetness in check. Finishes nicely, and a little less jammy than the nose and palate. This is a totally accessible and very satisfying wine for current consumption.",Long Paddock,14,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Redbank 1998 Long Paddock Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/redbank-1998-long-paddock-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1998,Redbank
,White,Australia,"From winemaker James Halliday comes this sharp, herbaceously-scented wine suggesting grapefruit, grass and hay, with an undercurrent of smoky oak. It's strongly flavored, with focused lemon-lime fruit and sharp acidity. This clean, refreshing wine demands food; goat cheese would be heaven.",,17,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Coldstream Hills 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coldstream-hills-1998-sauvignon-blanc-yarra-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Coldstream Hills
14.1,Red,US,"A powerful Pinot from a cool region. There's plenty of root beer, bacon, and cedar in the rustic, woody bouquet. And it will fill your mouth with cola, currants and black cherries, before leaving a thick and tasty residue on the back palate. A touch rambunctious and hot, so think about visiting it at this time next year.",Floodgate Vyd,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Belvedere 1997 Floodgate Vyd Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-1997-floodgate-vyd-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Belvedere
13.5,White,US,"This stylish, opulent wine is marked by an array of ripe fruits, ranging from citrus through peach, apricot and mango, and is lavishly oaked, with a rich, creamy texture and lots of smoke and toast on the nose.",Private Reserve,36,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1998 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-private-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Beringer
13.5,White,New Zealand,Now this is NZ Sauvignon Blanc. Classic gooseberry and grapefruit aromas give way to zesty citrus fruit and a long grapefruity finish tinged with slightly bitter pith notes.,,17,89,Martinborough,,,Palliser Estate 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palliser-estate-1999-sauvignon-blanc-martinborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Palliser Estate
14.5,White,US,"Oak and tropical fruit are highlights of the aroma, which also includes buttercream, vanilla and a leesy streak. Flavors are dominated by toasty oak, with butterscotch, vanilla custard, and crème brûlée wrapped around a solid core of apple. For fans of big-boned, sweet Chards.",Silhouette,48,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1997 Silhouette Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1997-silhouette-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Merryvale
14.5,Red,Portugal,"There's plenty of oak here, evidenced by the dominant chocolate and vanilla aromas, but there's also good fruit backing it up. Raspberries and cranberries provide a welcome counterpoint to the oak and extend through the long finish.",Reserva,22,89,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 1997 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-1997-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1997,Quinta do Crasto
13.8,Red,Australia,"A wine named after its vineyard, it's quite fragrant: orange rind, cassis and fresh blueberries. It seems to have a sun-driven quality, because it's really sweet at the core. With a tad more edge, it might be a great wine. Now, however, it's just a pleasant fruitball. Age it for a couple of years to see if currently hidden nuances emerge.",Mountain Blue,40,89,New South Wales,Mudgee,,Rosemount 1997 Mountain Blue Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz (Mudgee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1997-mountain-blue-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-shiraz-mudgee/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Shiraz,1997,Rosemount
13.5,White,New Zealand,"Very ripe and soft-smelling, featuring tropical fruits, butter and vanilla. Gets more interesting in the mouth, with lime-like acidity to give it definition, and plump guavas, mangos and pineapples that caress your palate. The finish is a bit oaky, with buttered toast and vanilla overtones, but in such a hedonistic wine, a little excess only seems appropriate.",Judd Estate,18,89,Gisborne,,,Matua Valley 1998 Judd Estate Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matua-valley-1998-judd-estate-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,Matua Valley
14.1,Red,US,"A show-off wine, with multiple layers of aromatic and flavor complexity. Starts with an herbal, mountain-style fragrance before turning soft and smooth in the mouth, with an undercurrent of beet root, blueberry and wood. An atypical wine; it's unquestionably ripe, and maybe a bit too big for itself. Fans of rustic, hedonistic California experiences will get a charge out of it.",Erwin Vineyard,50,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 1997 Erwin Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-erwin-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1997,Clos La Chance
13,Red,US,"Features complex aromas of wild berries, stewed tomato, spices, herbs, and rich earth. Taut acidity makes it a little less charming than many California Pinots, but should give it decent longevity. Delicious now but will improve with a few years of age.",Donnelly Creek Vyd,24,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Elke 1997 Donnelly Creek Vyd Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elke-1997-donnelly-creek-vyd-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Elke
13.5,Red,US,"Rich, moderately extracted cola and earth flavors mix with some bright red fruits: strawberries and cherries. Mild tannins and acidity make it drinkable now and over the next few years.",,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1998 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1998-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Gary Farrell
13.9,Red,Australia,"Mint, blackberry and an appealing meaty note up front, and then a nice, juicy blackberry palate accented by hints of red plum. This one is totally on the money, with an uncompromised balance between zesty acidity and soft tannins. For certain it's a more versatile food-friendly wine than its big brothers, the Black Pepper and the Ebenezer. Best Buy.",,10,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1998 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Barossa Valley Estate
13,White,New Zealand,"If you are turned off by heavily oaked Chards, this is one to consider. It's loaded with light tropical-fruit aromas and flavors, along with a nice hint of peach. It's a little lower in acidity and verve than the excellent '98, but it's solid, and blossoms in the glass. A very practical, easy-to-drink wine.",Unoaked,15,89,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 1999 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1999-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1999,Kim Crawford
13.5,Red,Australia,"Here's a rich, fruity, immensely likable wine filled with wild berry and plum flavors. The tannins are fine and soft, and it finishes dry and long. Its clean, balanced nature makes it easy to drink.",,18,89,Victoria,Goulburn Valley,,Tahbilk 1997 Shiraz (Goulburn Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-1997-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-goulburn-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Tahbilk
13,White,Australia,"The Aussies like to mix and match their white grapes: Here it's Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay in descending amounts, and with great results. Pleasant and floral-smelling, with just a whiff of enticing mint or grass. In the mouth, it's the all-out fruit-bowl approach, with lime and peach most vivid. Juicy, clean, acidic and fresh. A perfect apéritif wine. Best Buy.",Scrubby Rise,13,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 1999 Scrubby Rise White (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-1999-scrubby-rise-white-mclaren-vale/,White Blend,1999,Wirra Wirra
,White,US,"Quite a bit more steely and structured than Fritz's regular Dutton Ranch bottling. Has strong green-apple and pear notes; pretty and harmonious. The fruit is ripe and spicy, and it's got enough oak trimmings to satisfy but not overwhelm.",Ruxton Vineyard Dutton Ranch,26,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1997 Ruxton Vineyard Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1997-ruxton-vineyard-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Fritz
,White,New Zealand,"An adult version of Honey-Nut Cheerios? The sweet nutty and leesy aromas are reminiscent of a certain breakfast cereal. Zesty acidity and lemon-lime fruit flavors keep this rich, earthy wine from being heavy. Winemaker Michael Brajkovich seems to have a sure touch with Chardonnay.",Maté's Vineyard,40,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1997 Maté's Vineyard Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1997-mates-vineyard-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,1997,Kumeu River
13.5,White,Australia,"Not yet widely planted in Australia, but maybe it should be, judging from this beauty. Starts out with complex, oaky aromas of ripe peaches, cashew butter, wildflowers, spice and cream, and tastes opulent and plush. The dominant flavors are ripe tree fruits, like apricot and peach, but it's very dry and well balanced. There's something unusually creamy in the finish.",,18,90,Victoria,Goulburn Valley,,Mitchelton 1998 Marsanne (Goulburn Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchelton-1998-marsanne-goulburn-valley/,Marsanne,1998,Mitchelton
13.4,White,US,"Normally we don't remark on a wine's color or clarity, but this one is a throwback: rich golden-yellow and cloudy. Heavily toasted whole-wheat bread couples with earth and custard aromas, and then the lemon and tangerine flavors hit you on the palate. Finishes with some elegant lemon and clove notes.",DeRose Vineyard,34,90,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Thunder Mountain 1998 DeRose Vineyard Chardonnay (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1998-derose-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Thunder Mountain
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Densely packed aromas of tobacco, mushroom and earth yield ever-so-slowly to barnyard, mint and currant aromas. Even at nine years of age, it's tight and beneefits from some airing in a decanter. Pleasant plum and black-cherry flavors emerge with time, but the real story here is the finish, which is show-stopping: long, multifaceted and intense.",Barca Velha,80,90,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 1991 Barca Velha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-1991-barca-velha-red-douro/,Red Blend,1991,Casa Ferreirinha
13.9,Red,Australia,"Super chunky, with hickory-smoked bacon and buttery oak aromas. The fruit is thick like pie, veering toward jammy blackberry. Finishes wall-to-wall, with licorice flavor, medium tannins and heavy oak. A heavy wine that may be tough to match with food, but will no doubt appeal to many people.",E&E Black Pepper,65,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1997 E&E Black Pepper Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1997-e-e-black-pepper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Barossa Valley Estate
14.5,Red,Australia,"Upon opening, this wine is dominated by smoky, charred oak and toasted coconut aromas. But airing provides a glimpse of rich, sweet plums, blackberries, currants, herbs, game and tree bark. Soft tannins and moderate acidity make this approachable now.",R.S.W.,35,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Wirra Wirra 1997 R.S.W. Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wirra-wirra-1997-rsw-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1997,Wirra Wirra
13.5,Red,Australia,"Concentrated and rich, from the chocolaty, woody, big-berry aromatics through the black-fruited and oak-laden palate. It's nothing less than an oaky, mouth-filling fruit bomb, with coffee and smoky wood blanketing the viscous finish.",Ebenezer,29,90,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1997 Ebenezer Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1997-ebenezer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Barossa Valley Estate
13.7,White,Australia,"Right away there's a rich, secure look to this wine, and then comes attractive melon, fig and peach aromas. Textured on the body, with a grapefruit palate touched up by banana and vanilla. A succulent wine with a long, clean finish.",,19,90,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Vasse Felix 1998 Chardonnay (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-1998-chardonnay-western/,Chardonnay,1998,Vasse Felix
14,Red,New Zealand,"From Mere Road Vineyard, this blend of 72% Cabernet and 28% Merlot packs a lot of flavor into a broad, expansive wine that avoids the overt green character possessed by so many of its brethren. Rich, plummy fruit is graced by chocolate and smoke notes from French oak.",Elspeth,30,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 1998 Elspeth Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-1998-elspeth-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Mills Reef
14.2,White,US,"A tight, young, flinty wine, full of earthy richness, and with a solid core of tropical fruit, ripe peach, and fig flavors. High acidity makes it lively. The finish is earthy and dry, but rich enough to suggest a few years of cellaring.",,31,90,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 1998 Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-chalone/,Chardonnay,1998,Chalone Vineyard
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A distinctly Burgundian-style effort, with aromas of buttered and toasted hazelnuts backed by spiced pears. Very toasty and rich, but boasts enough citrusy acidity (despite 100% malolactic fermentation) to carry it off. A five-vineyard blend from an area just outside of Auckland. World class.",,33,91,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1998 Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1998-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,1998,Kumeu River
14.7,Red,US,"Deep, rich and spicy, and with a vineyard-driven flavor that shouldn't be taken lightly (it's from the well-regarded Sleepy Hollow and Pisoni vineyards). This is full-bodied, full-force Pinot with high alcohol (14.7%) that nonetheless maintains a semblance of balance. Cinnamon and nutmeg nuances add to the vibrant core of first-class raspberry/cherry fruit. Heft is both its bane and its beauty.",Cuvée Niclaire Reserve,50,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Testarossa 1997 Cuvée Niclaire Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1997-cuvee-niclaire-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1997,Testarossa
13.9,Red,Australia,"From a section of Western Oz; wonderful and lively brambly aromas conjure memories of a berry patch in summer. Chocolate and clove nuances add complexity. Solid to the core, with all sorts of red-berry fruit. The cranberry and tart cherry mix nicely with the fine oak shadings.",,27,91,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Vasse Felix 1998 Shiraz (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-margaret-river/,Shiraz,1998,Vasse Felix
14.5,White,US,"A rich and complex Chardonnay, bursting with tropical fruit, ripe peach, vanilla, fig, apple, toasty oak, and spice aromas and flavors. Notable for its texture—round, thick and creamy, almost honeyish. Finishes very long.",Red Shoulder Ranch,35,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 1998 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1998-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Shafer
13.5,White,Australia,"This tasty and well-balanced offering opens with lemon, vanilla custard and toasty notes. Handsome use of oak frames the tropical fruit well, restraining it without burying it, while a considerable leesy element adds interest and depth. The round mouthfeel is pleasing, and the lingering, complex finish rounds out the impressive package.",Reserve,17,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Hollick 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hollick-1998-reserve-chardonnay-coonawarra/,Chardonnay,1998,Hollick
13.5,Red,Australia,"Impressive for sheer mass and the enormity of its fruits and spices, which makes it taste almost like fruitcake or a dry Port. Lavishly oaked, but the fruit and underlying structure of acids and tannins can handle it, resulting in a harmony and grace rare in a wine of this size. The finish goes on and on.",Print,45,92,Victoria,Victoria,,Mitchelton 1996 Print Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mitchelton-1996-print-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1996,Mitchelton
,White,US,"A pure, monstrous expression of Napa Chard, this vintage of Ovation exudes quality. Fragrances of acacia and lilac accent the rich, toasty nose. A no-holds-barred wine with huge amounts of pear and peach fruit, banana, coconut and vanilla. One of America's heftiest Chardonnays, it's pumped to the brim with buttery oak. Yet all along the way it holds onto its balance. If you like 'em big and creamy, this is for you.",Ovation,44,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1998 Ovation Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1998-ovation-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Joseph Phelps
12.5,Red,Australia,"The nose of this wine is exceedingly complex, with lavender, leather, earth and spice notes riding over gentle red fruits. Multilayered, with a long finish that just exudes class.",1860 Vines,60,92,Victoria,Goulburn Valley,,Tahbilk 1994 1860 Vines Shiraz (Goulburn Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tahbilk-1994-1860-vines-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-goulburn-valley/,Shiraz,1994,Tahbilk
13.8,Red,Australia,"Expressive and solid; a pleasure to drink. It starts with complex aromas of pepper and boot leather mixed with flowers and berries. It tastes of cassis, plum and cola, with toasty oak showing up in the finish, mostly after the fine fruit has faded away.",,29,92,Western Australia,Western Australia,,Vasse Felix 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Western Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vasse-felix-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-western/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Vasse Felix
12.5,Red,Australia,"An intellectual's wine from Western Australia; this Bordeaux-modeled blend is named after an 18th-century French mathematician, and it's better than pie (get it?). Plum and raspberry fruit is supported by deft oaking. It's heavier and fruitier than a good Margaux, but it's still elegant",The Clairault Reserve Red,35,92,Western Australia,Margaret River,,Cape Clairault 1996 The Clairault Reserve Red Red (Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-clairault-1996-reserve-red-margaret-river/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Cape Clairault
13.8,Red,Australia,"The '97 version of this old-vines classic is earthy upfront, and packed with spicy plum and chocolate. It's a full-volume wine, with lots of style. It's dark and luscious, but still toes the line of balance with background licorice notes and overall rusticity",Balmoral,50,93,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rosemount 1997 Balmoral Syrah (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1997-balmoral-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mclaren-vale/,Syrah,1997,Rosemount
,White,US,"Has indistinct watery aromas of lemons and buttercups. Fresh and clean, but the flavors are weak and washed out. There's adequate acidity and alcohol, but your palate really has to work to ferret out the lemony flavors.",,9,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hoodsport 1998 Sémillon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-1998-semillon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Sémillon,1998,Hoodsport
,White,US,"The aromas are watery and very faint, suggestive of kiwi, lime and vanilla. Flavors are similarly very light. What the palate gives is alcohol, acidity and sugar, with just the barest trace of citrus.",,9,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hoodsport 1998 Chenin Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-1998-chenin-blanc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chenin Blanc,1998,Hoodsport
,White,US,"A $6 Chardonnay from California? Yes, but don't expect too much. There's some decent green apple and pear fruit, okay acidity, and it's clean as technology can make it. But it doesn't rise above the level of a country-style wine. They say it was partially barrel-fermented, but it's hard to detect any oak.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Bel Arbor 1999 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-arbor-1999-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1999,Bel Arbor
,White,US,"Opens with watery, citrusy aromas, and tastes of apples and grapefruits. Not much complexity or depth, but it's clean, with no flaws. On the soft side, and finishes with a little residual sugar.",,11,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hoodsport 1998 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1998,Hoodsport
13,Red,US,"A simple, everyday red that won't break the bank. The grapes tend to get a little baked this far inland, especially Merlot, which really needs just the right conditions to maintain delicacy and balance. As a result the dominant notes are earthy, with a slightly baked or raisiny quality. The tannins, needless to say, are soft, and the acidity is low.",,9,82,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1998 Merlot (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1998-merlot-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Merlot,1998,R.H. Phillips
13,White,US,"Has slight but clean wildflower and peach aromas, and drinks light but fruity, with apple and peach notes. Seems a little off-dry, but with adequate acidity. Nothing wrong with this low-priced, everyday-style wine.",Reserve,7,82,California,California Other,California,Glen Ellen 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-ellen-1998-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Glen Ellen
,Red,US,"Herbaceousness marks this wine, which doesn't seem to be ripe enough. True, there are some pretty black-cherry and chocolate notes in the aroma that carry through in the mouth. But it drinks thin, although not rough, and there's a green chlorophyll note that no amount of aging will get rid of.",,18,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1997 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1997-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1997,Buttonwood Farm
13.4,Red,US,"Light- to medium-weight, this wine offers a red-berry and rhubarb nose, with fine lavender accents. But it doesn't open into anything solid enough for us to get into. Although even on the palate, it lacks the depth and texture sought here.",Harvest Moon Vyd,33,82,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ahlgren 1997 Harvest Moon Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ahlgren-1997-harvest-moon-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Ahlgren
12.5,Red,France,"Meaty and full of black-fruit aromas. Offers clearly definable Syrah flavor, but there's not much depth to the chunky fruit. Best from a carafe at your favorite bistro.",Reserve,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Domaine la Chevaliere 1998 Reserve Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chevaliere-1998-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1998,Domaine la Chevaliere
,White,US,Citrus fruits and figs are backed with a healthy dose of acidity in this somewhat tart offering.,,7,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Covey Run 1998 White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,1998,Covey Run
,Red,US,"Has aromas of blackberries and plums, with an earthy note, and a medicinal streak. Flavors are fruity and it drinks dry, with an earthy roughness that time won't round out. Simple and pleasant.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Forest Glen
,White,US,"Has dense, heavy aromas of jasmine, cinnamon, rose petal, chocolate and citrus. Fruity and fairly sweet, with flavors of ripe peaches, nectarines and orange sherbet. Acidity is okay, but there's a heaviness, a thickness to the wine that makes it a bit awkward on the palate.",,9,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hoodsport 1998 Gewürztraminer (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-1998-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-yakima/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Hoodsport
13,White,France,From a warm area of France—the hefty body and overt sweetness virtually announce “Pays d'Oc white.” Melon and lemon notes spread across the chewy palate. A heavy dose of candy-store sugar is partially balanced by a brisk tang on the finish.,Milenage,9,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 1999 Milenage Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1999-milenage-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1999,Georges Duboeuf
,White,US,"If you need a decent white cocktail wine for a bunch of relatives who aren't really into wine, and you want to keep the cost down, this fine, crisp sipper is for you. Citrus and spice aromas and flavors mark it, and it's bone dry. Twenty percent Sémillon adds nutty, figgy notes.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1999-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Woodbridge
13,Red,US,"Light cherry fruit along with some mint/herbal/bell pepper components. Tart, tannic and a bit stemmy.",,13,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Covey Run
,White,US,"From an inland appellation cooled by winds from distant San Francisco Bay. It still gets pretty hot in these parts, and the wine is simple, although it's got some pretty peach and pineapple fruit. Yet it's clean and dry, with a touch of oak, as the name implies. And it's not a bad value.",Toasted Head,14,83,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1999 Toasted Head Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1999-toasted-head-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,1999,R.H. Phillips
,White,US,"This oddball grape is a German hybrid cross between Sylvaner and Pinot Blanc, and has nothing to do with Muscat (hence the ""k""). Intense, concentrated aromas of tangerine, kiwi and orange, with a noticeable foxiness. Ripe fruit, big flavors, and a lot of weight on the palate.",,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1999 Morio Muskat (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1999-muscat-morio-muskat-columbia-valley-yakima/,Morio Muskat,1999,Covey Run
,White,US,"Light and grapefruity, without much Pinot Gris character. An innocuous, fairly generic white wine.",,9,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1998 Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,1998,Columbia Winery
,Red,US,"It's made from all estate fruit, though it's not labeled as such. This was the first vintage from a newly planted 6-acre vineyard. There's good color and ripe cherry fruit, but also some rough, green tannins and a hint of garlic in the nose.",,30,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Kiona 1997 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1997,Kiona
,White,France,"Pleasant, pale, fairly thin and tart, with lemony fruit and a simple finish.",,16,84,Burgundy,Chablis,,Louis Latour 1998  Chablis,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-chardonnay-chablis/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
13.7,Red,US,"Owner/winemaker Milan Maximovich does not make wine by the book—so sometimes his offerings are a little strange. This bottling opens with big-time toasted oak (some might say it smells burnt). The fruit is unlike most Cabernet: It tastes like a hybrid of pie cherries and beets. It finishes tart, slightly overacidic and fairly awkward.",Miller Vineyards 'Doc's',48,84,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Thunder Mountain 1997 Miller Vineyards 'Doc's' Cabernet Sauvignon (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1997-miller-docs-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Thunder Mountain
12.5,White,France,"A straightforward white with a medium to full mouthfeel. Melon, hay and mineral aromas and flavors predominate. Tastes and feels mature now, and finishes dry, with a mineral-stony note.",Belleruche Blanc,11,84,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,M. Chapoutier 1998 Belleruche Blanc White (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1998-belleruche-blanc-white-cotes/,Rhône-style White Blend,1998,M. Chapoutier
,Red,US,"This honest effort at a terroir-driven Cabernet starts with currant and blackberry aromas, although they're a little on the weak side. Nice berry and spice flavors with a dash of wood. High acidity gives it a real bite, and it finishes a little sharp as well.",,19,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Caterina 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caterina-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Caterina
13.5,Red,US,"This single-vineyard Cab is dark, dense and chewy, with bitter tannins and a roasted coffee finish.",Whiskey Canyon Vyd,29,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1996 Whiskey Canyon Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1996-whiskey-canyon-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Covey Run
13.5,Red,US,"The earthy and leafy aromas are akin to Chilean Merlot. The plum flavors are attractive but there's also an indistinct berry/tomato taste that lowers the bar. A smooth, round, carefree wine better geared to casual parties than contemplative sipping.",Reserve,10,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Corbett Canyon 1997 Reserve Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbett-canyon-1997-reserve-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,1997,Corbett Canyon
,White,US,"Here's a softly fruity wine marked by aromas and flavors of grass, melon, grapefruit, tangerine, and fig. It's fairly dry, although it seems like there's a touch of residual sugar-not very much, just enough to round it out. It's a little one-dimensional, but pleasant.",Coastal,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Villa Mt. Eden 1999 Coastal Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1999-coastal-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Villa Mt. Eden
,White,US,"Clean and crisp, the main aromas and flavors are green apples and spice. A forward, consumer-friendly, simple Chardonnay.",,10,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kiona 1998 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Kiona
,White,US,"Despite the broad appellation, South Coast fruit seems to dominate in the tropical fruit aromas, accompanied by a generous dose of spicy, vanilla-tinged oak. Similarly tastes very ripe and fruity, although has noticeable sweetness.",Vintner's Reserve,12,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Vintner's Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-vintners-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Kendall-Jackson
,Rose,US,"A Lemberger-based rosé, it's a light cranberry color, with strawberries and limes in the nose. Off-dry, there's a little bit of sweet grapeyness to the finish, with good focus. Perfect for chilling and consuming al fresco; it's a lovely wine for the price. Best Buy.",,6,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 1999 Rosé (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1999-rose-columbia-valley-wa/,Rosé,1999,Kiona
,White,US,"All peaches and apricots; an off-dry wine with good structure and balance, marred only by a slightly bitter finish.",,6,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Kiona 1998 White Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-riesling-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Riesling,1998,Kiona
13.6,Red,US,Positive tea and raspberry aromas and flavors are partially offset by some root-beer character and an almost chemical quality to the nose that keeps this wine from ever getting out and running with the rest of the pack. The tannins are a bit green and hard.,Private Reserve,50,85,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Château Woltner 1997 Private Reserve Red (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-woltner-1997-private-reserve-red-napa-howell-mountain/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Château Woltner
12.5,White,US,"This winning  blend is 70% Sémillon, the least appreciated of Washington white wines. It's a nice idea, taking the woolly, herbal Sémillon fruit and adding the broadstroke, friendly flavors of Chardonnay. The result is a user-friendly white wine that's a cut above generic versions of either grape.",,8,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,1998,Columbia Crest
,Red,US,"A soft, plummy, appealing nose leads into a forward red wine with clean fruit, light cherry flavors, and modest tannins. A simple quaffing wine not for aging.",,10,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kiona 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1998,Kiona
13.5,White,US,"Starts out very clean, with focused, sharp aromas of lemon, lime, and grapefruit, with some floral, honeyed notes. Citrus is also the name of the game in the flavors, particularly racy pink grapefruit. There seems to be just enough residual sugar to soften and fatten it up right through the swift, fruity finish.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1999-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Kenwood
,White,US,"A bright, intensely citrusy, off-dry Riesling. Medium-bodied and styled for mild cheeses or lightly spiced foods.",,7,85,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1999 Riesling (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1999-riesling-other/,Riesling,1999,Covey Run
,White,France,"A sharp, almost flinty wine, with firm, tart fruit and a tight finish.",,20,85,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Louis Latour 1997  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1997-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,1997,Louis Latour
12.9,Red,US,"This is a pleasant red with red-berry, herb and tobacco aromas. It sports an easy mouthfeel, with tart cherry, plum and mild tobacco flavors. An almost Rhône-like herb note runs through it from nose to close. A nice, even-textured wine with appeal. Drink now through 2004.",Anacapa,32,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rusack 1997 Anacapa Red (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-1997-anacapa-red-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Rusack
,White,US,"Ste. Michelle barrel ferments this tangy, toasty wine, which has plenty of acidity to balance out the oak. This pleasant mesh of lemon, fig and melon is best enjoyed with food.",,8,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13,Red,US,"A double maceration process (once before, once after fermentation) gives added concentration and silkiness to this bright, cherry-flavored wine. It has the forward, friendly fruit of a good young Bourgogne, with just the right amount of tannin and acid to hold everything together. Not a blockbuster, but an excellent everyday food wine.",,16,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Argyle
12.5,Red,Italy,"Classic Sangiovese aromas of cherry, leather and earth open this well-balanced red. Ripe cherry flavors follow on the palate. With its medium weight, attractive mouthfeel, and sweet-and-sour finish, this is a commendable red from a seaside region of Tuscany.",Morellino Di Scansano,14,86,Tuscany,Morellino di Scansano,,Motta 1998 Morellino Di Scansano  (Morellino di Scansano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/motta-1998-morellino-scansano-sangiovese-morellino-scansano/,Sangiovese,1998,Motta
13,Red,Italy,"With its densely fruited nose, chocolate and tar-rubber accents, this fairly rustic red has appeal, if not finesse. Flavors are very much in the same range; the mouthfeel is round with just a touch of acidity showing, and the finish displays some nice sweet-and-sour fruit. A good country wine for easy drinking.",,13,85,Central Italy,Colonella,,Lepore 1996 Montepulciano (Colonella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lepore-1996-italian-red-montepulciano-colonella/,Montepulciano,1996,Lepore
,White,US,This rather simple wine has citrus aromas and seems very sharp. What fruit there is runs along grapefruit and lemon lines.,,14,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rancho Sisquoc 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-1998-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Rancho Sisquoc
,Red,Spain,"Yes, it costs a fortune, but this first-of-its-kind release from Bodegas Roda delivers tons of extraction and concentration along with subtleties that complete the package. It's yet another new-world-styled red from Spain sporting incredible density and depth. Flavors of prune, coffee and smoked meat yield to a finish of soft vanilla oak and the blackest coffee. Brooding, earthy, and intense now, it will become friendlier after a couple of years in the cellar.",Cirsion,215,94,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Roda 1998 Cirsion  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-roda-1998-cirsion-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Bodegas Roda
,Red,Spain,"Shows very good balance and class, with a fine nose of black fruits, licorice and cocoa. Offers lots of similar flavors on the palate, with good acidity to support the fruit and a slight tobacco note. Finishes with more of the same and well-dispersed tannins. A 65% Tempranillo, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot blend that displays a deft melding of the Tempranillo and Cabernet fruit and the oak.",,26,89,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1997 Red (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1997-red-sardon-duero/,Red Blend,1997,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"This sleeper is deep in color with dark-berry, chocolate and carob aromas. It is a full-flavored, almost meaty, earth- and leather-tinged red with good texture. Finishes with dry, even tannins. Best Buy.",,7,88,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1999 Tempranillo-Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1999-red-blend-tempranillo-merlot-navarra/,Tempranillo-Merlot,1999,Vega Sindoa
12,Red,Spain,"Full of soft cherry and dry-spice aromas, this is a bit narrowly constructed. Those consumers who favor spicy complexity over in-your-face fruit will find a lot to like.",Crianza,10,86,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Vegaval Plata 1996 Crianza Cencibel (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vegaval-plata-1996-crianza-tempranillo-cencibel-valdepenas/,Cencibel,1996,Vegaval Plata
,Red,Spain,"A solid, straightforward red with cherry, cinnamon and cedar aromas. The flavors are in the same range, with anise and spice accents. Showing good mouthfeel, it ends on a warm, slightly spicy note, with a trace of minerals.",Roble,11,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1998 Roble  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1998-roble-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Pradorey
13,Red,Spain,"A heavy note of sulfur on the nose is dominant. Assuming it blows off, the wine has some very nice features, including bulky black fruit and an espresso character. It's extracted, rich and dark all the way through, but it definitely needs time to resolve its sulfur problem. The core and quality are there but at this point the window dressing is ragged.",,17,85,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Valdemoral 1998  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valdemoral-1998-tempranillo-tinto-pais-ribera-duero/,Tinto del Pais,1998,Valdemoral
,Red,Italy,"Longtime fans of this wine as well as big-name bounty hunters should be happy enough with the '96 version, if their expectations aren't too high. It's full of expressive black-currant, smoke and earth notes. Plenty of chocolate and delicious red fruit flows onto the smooth palate and moderately long finish. It fades away gracefully. Maybe a step down from the '95, but still very, very sound.",Ornellaia,73,92,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 1996 Ornellaia  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-1996-ornellaia-sangiovese-bolgheri/,Sangiovese,1996,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
,Red,US,"The earthy, woodsy aromas give way to a plummy, sweet wine dominated by mountain-fruit characteristics. What starts out hard and tannic really opens up after an hour or so. Very persistent and warm, it's a blend of 55% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Lateral,25,89,California,California Other,California,Kathryn Kennedy 1997 Lateral Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathryn-kennedy-1997-lateral-red-other/,Red Blend,1997,Kathryn Kennedy
13.5,Red,US,"Smells fine and rich. The black-currant aromas hit you first, followed by subtler violet, chocolate and spice notes. Wonderful extract, like drinking the essence of blackberry syrup. Tannins are soft, luxurious and complex. It's very dry. Probably best to drink it young to capture its youthful vivacity.",Reserve,22,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1997 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1997-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Raymond
13.4,Red,US,"Excellent clarity in the nose, with rose, faint citrus, and attractive spice hints. One of those supple and smooth Merlots that's more suited to easy drinking than contemplation. Definitely a steady, pleasant wine; it's plenty full of red fruit, vanilla and style.",,23,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Andretti 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andretti-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Andretti
,White,US,"A lean, soft, citrusy Chardonnay, brimming with lemon aromas coupled with smoky oak. Tastes citrusy, but sur lie aging gives it a rich creaminess. Don't expect a fat, plush wine. Needs food to show its stuff.",Napa Valley,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1997 Napa Valley Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1997-napa-valley-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,White,France,"An extra year in the bottle has really helped this wine, which opens with complex mineral, earth and green fruits that continue across the midpalate, and lead into a focused, elegant finish. The length and complexity, purity of fruit, and impeccable structure showcase the strengths of Bouchard.",,48,90,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1997  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1997-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1997,Bouchard Père & Fils
,White,France,"This is a tart, forward, fruit-driven Meursault, without the excessive toastiness that many others display. Somewhat simple but tightly built and quite crisp.",Les Clous,40,88,Burgundy,Meursault,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998 Les Clous  (Meursault),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-clous-chardonnay-meursault/,Chardonnay,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
12.5,Red,Italy,"Dark cherry, tea and anise notes on the nose. Attractive cherry-raspberry, pepper and spice on the palate. Lean and a bit chewier than the 1997 normale, but more complex. Shows well-dispersed tannins on the peppery finish.",Riserva,18,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querceto 1995 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querceto-1995-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Querceto
13.1,Red,US,"Winemaker Milan Maximovich has crafted a supple, charming wine from this unheralded appellation. Bouncy cherry-berry fruit is accented by some dried-herb notes, uncluttered by much new-wood influence.",,34,88,California,Central Coast,Cienega Valley,Thunder Mountain 1998 Merlot (Cienega Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1998-merlot-central-coast-cienega-valley/,Merlot,1998,Thunder Mountain
13.5,Red,US,"Released after two years in French oak, it's still young and tight. But there's a deep core of black currant and blackberry under soft, silky tannins. Also very oaky, with the sweet chocolate and vanilla of charred wood. Could be more concentrated, but it's very nice.",Reserve,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,William Hill Estate
,White,France,"A good-buy, large-market wine and a great indicator of the potential of the '98 white Burgundies. Well-defined yet harmonious apple, citrus, and nutty components throughout. Quite precise and not at all chunky and clumsy; well balanced, with clean fruit persisting to the end. Will handle foods like fish and chicken perfectly.",,22,88,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Louis Jadot 1998  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1998-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Jadot
13.5,Red,Italy,"This taut red offers black fruits, smoke and leather on the nose. Plummy, spicy, even a touch pruny on the palate. Made of Chiavennesca, the clone of Nebbiolo native to the region, and still tight, with good acidity and lively tannins. Should improve over two to three years.",Mazer Inferno,16,88,Lombardy,Valtellina Superiore,,Nino Negri 1996 Mazer Inferno  (Valtellina Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-negri-1996-mazer-inferno-nebbiolo-valtellina-superiore/,Nebbiolo,1996,Nino Negri
,Red,US,"A light, pretty wine marked by berry and earth aromas and flavors, and sweet, supple fruit. Dry and balanced, with soft, silky tannins. Very pleasing because it combines a bit of complexity with an immediate likability and accessibility.",,24,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Folie à Deux
,Red,Italy,"Tight as a drum and not yielding much beyond intense leather, smoke and dried cherries on a rustic, tannic frame. A young buck in need of many years. Will it eventually lose its tough-as-nails exterior or always remain dry and old-fashioned?",Rabaja,62,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Bruno Rocca 1996 Rabaja  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-1996-rabaja-red-barbaresco/,Red Blend,1996,Bruno Rocca
13.2,Red,US,"Shows a lot of barrel-char on the nose, which is reflected in the wine's espresso and sun-dried-tomato aromas. On the palate, the supple black-cherry fruit comes on strong, blending with the oak to create a rich, easy-to-drink whole.",,22,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bridlewood 1997 Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1997-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,1997,Bridlewood
13.8,Red,US,"Imagine a chocolate-covered cherry. Now take it a couple of steps further: Add a hint of mint and a hit of alcohol. If this sounds good to you, you'll likely love this wine. It really is almost liquid candy for adults.",Capricorn,22,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1997 Capricorn Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1997-capricorn-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1997,Midnight
13,Red,Italy,"Starts off with some pruny, raisiny aromas, then gets back on track with solid black-cherry fruit on the palate, finishing with Sangiovese's trademark juicy acidity. A solid wine from a lesser-known part of Tuscany.",Monteregio,47,88,Tuscany,Monteregio Rosso,,Poggio Valpazza 1997 Monteregio  (Monteregio Rosso),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poggio-valpazza-1997-monteregio-sangiovese-grosso-monteregio-rosso/,Sangiovese Grosso,1997,Poggio Valpazza
12.5,Red,France,"This broodingly dark Syrah features licorice, dark-skinned fruit and toasty-vanilla. Citrusy acidity keeps it somewhat crisp and lean. Could age well for 4-6 years.",Petite Ruche,19,88,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1997 Petite Ruche  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1997-petite-ruche-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1997,M. Chapoutier
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dominated by bright cherry fruit, along with toast and smoke. Veers into earthy, spicy notes like tobacco, chocolate and gamy leather. Fairly tannic, with tart cherry flavors and a long, slightly bitter finish that may mellow over time. Made for the long haul.",Cerequio,89,88,Piedmont,Barolo,,Michele Chiarlo 1995 Cerequio  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1995-cerequio-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Michele Chiarlo
13.7,Red,US,"A dark, aromatic wine that brings to mind blackberry and currant marmalade. It's ripely fruity, but the tannins are considerable at the moment. Has a midpalate chocolaty flavor that adds complexity, and finishes dry and astringent. An interesting wine that may soften in a year or so.",,28,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 1997 Cabernet Franc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1997-cabernet-franc-central-coast/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Bridlewood
13,Red,France,"The open, expansive nose features blackberries, toast and leather. Deep blackberry fruit and vanilla flavors adorn the palate. Well balanced, it can be drunk now or aged 5-7 years.",La Sizeranne,70,89,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1997 La Sizeranne  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1997-sizeranne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-hermitage/,Syrah,1997,M. Chapoutier
14.1,Red,US,"Just 2,000 cases made of this young, ripe, round, supple wine. Has a pretty core of black-cherry fruit wrapped in a medium body, with soft, lacy tannins. Not exactly delicate, but balanced and harmonious, and drinks well now. Rich, and should develop further with short-term aging.",,40,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Niebaum-Coppola 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/niebaum-coppola-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Niebaum-Coppola
12.5,Red,US,"All cedar, leather and cherries. This Merlot may not be the biggest in California, but it possesses balance and elegance not often found in the Golden State. Throw in some chocolate and earth complexities and you have a winning wine to drink now and over the next couple of years.",,30,89,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Bernardus 1996 Merlot (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-1996-merlot-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Merlot,1996,Bernardus
,Red,US,"From this old-line St. Helena winery comes a young, tight Merlot. Almost inaccessible now, but plenty of airing reveals currant, anise-scented berry fruit and, of course, expensive French oak. Somewhat closed, with blustery tannins, but there's a solid core of ripe berry-cherry fruit that augurs well. A candidate for the cellar. Try after 2003.",,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,St. Clement
,Red,US,"Opens with classic aromas of black-currant and cassis, with a pleasing anise note and smoky oak. Very extracted, with pronounced currant, blackberry and plum flavors. This is a really rich wine. The tannins are moderate but sticky; they cling to the palate, indicating the need for short-term aging. Not a blockbuster, but well made and finely balanced.",,24,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Folie à Deux
13.5,Red,US,"A ""Mounds"" nose -- full of dark chocolate and coconut. In the mouth, the chocolate turns to black cherries and plums with hints of vanilla, while the coconut softens, becoming almost creamy. The tannins are so gentle, they're like a light dusting of talc.",Three Palms Vyd,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1997 Three Palms Vyd Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1997-three-palms-vyd-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Sterling
13,Red,US,"A new winery from established growers. Intriguing nose of plum, currant and earth, but something elusive--chocolaty and nougaty--appeals. Very rich. You're struck first by the pronounced, top-flight fruit. Then the balance hits you. Dry, nice acids, and a fine finish. Contains 18% Cabernet Sauvignon.",,24,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Farella-Park 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farella-park-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Farella-Park
,White,France,"No relation to the late, great coach, but a class act nonetheless. This lovely wine displays spicy pear and apple fruit, a full, creamy midpalate that suggests extra time on the lees, and a pleasing, textured finish. Fine value.",Clos St.-Landry,50,90,Burgundy,Beaune,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998 Clos St.-Landry  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-clos-st-landry-chardonnay-beaune/,Chardonnay,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
13.8,Red,US,"Another winner from this fine value-oriented winery. Has high-toned Cab aromas of currant and blackberry and plenty of finely-charred oak. It's quite spicy and minty. Lush and velvety, with nicely polished sweet berry fruit and spice. Will age.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Kunde
12,Red,Italy,"A real winner from the wonderful 1997 vintage. Beautiful fruit with rich aromas of cherry, leather, clove and earth. Ripe and juicy on the palate, easy and accessible. Enough depth of flavor and mouthfeel for pairing with real food. Not about breeding or refinement, but who cares at $11? Best Buy.",,11,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Querceto 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/querceto-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Querceto
13,Red,US,"At four-plus years, it's still quite dark, and that impression of immaturity is confirmed by the earthy, oaky, plummy, curranty aromas. Tannins are fine and velvety. But underneath is a solid core of ripe, fancy fruit wrapped in finely charred oak. Should develop nicely over the next decade.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Farella-Park 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farella-park-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Farella-Park
,White,France,"The complex nose boasts hints of toast, vanilla, cinnamon and hazelnuts. But don't think that this is an oak-and-mirrors wine. There's plenty of white stone fruits to back it up, along with a minerally edge. Finishes very long, with recurring notes of toasted nuts.",Les Truffieres,63,91,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 1998 Les Truffieres  (Puligny-Montrachet),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-truffieres-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
14,Red,US,"Spicy, meaty aromas are accented by a cool menthol streak. Toasty blackberrry fruit and bakery spices like anise and cinnamon play together happily on the palate. This is a classy blend, with coffee and a welcome herbal character brought on by 20% Cabernet Franc.",Anthology,44,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Creek 1996 Anthology Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-creek-1996-anthology-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Conn Creek
13.7,Red,US,"From a top Cabernet appellation. Aromas are very closed now, but airing brings out black currant, licorice, cigar box, and smoky oak. Drinks deeply fruity, with ripe flavors of red and black stone fruits and wild berries. Notable for its elegance and also for its silky-soft tannins. A lovely wine that just misses out on greatness.",,21,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos La Chance
,White,France,"Fleshy and full, with complex, tight-knit fruit and oak still resolving into a seamless whole. All the ingredients are there, and the wine seems to lengthen endlessly through a butterscotch finish. A step below the Chevalier, but at half the cost.",,100,91,Burgundy,Corton-Charlemagne,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998  Corton-Charlemagne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-chardonnay-corton-charlemagne/,Chardonnay,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
,White,US,"You want big Chardonnay, here it is, from a famous vineyard. A monster wine that knocks you out with flashy oak, peach, citrus and tropical fruit aromas that you can smell forever. Huge and extracted on the palate. Ultrafine tannins and wonderfully etched acidity complete the balanced, flavorsome package.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Reserve,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1997 Bien Nacido Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1997-bien-nacido-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Qupé
13,Red,Italy,"This is a well-endowed Barolo with a powerful, intense nose of creamy vanillin oak, smoked meats and cassis. Rich black cherry, cedar, pepper and herbs all mingle in the mouth, which displays a full, very suave feel. Long, layered finish with licorice notes. Appealing already, but best after 3 to 5 more years.",,35,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca 1995  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenimenti-ca-bianca-1995-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Tenimenti Ca' Bianca
,Red,US,"A dark, dense wine. The aroma is closed now, but airing reveals black cherry and a sharp mint and anise note, as well as toasty oak. Tastes very complex and satisfying. It has a density and weight meant to accompany rich foods, but also contains delicate nuances that make it a serious, noteworthy wine.",,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Cabernet Franc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-cabernet-franc-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,Italy,"A wonderful ready-to-drink Barolo with an amiable personality. Dark-cherry fruit is accented by a touch of orangey dryness; the body is amply weighty but not heavy. There's nothing here not to like, and once again, it's drinkable now. Belying the quality, this is a secondary wine from the sensational Bricco Roche vineyard.",Prapo,70,92,Piedmont,Barolo,,Ceretto 1995 Prapo  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1995-prapo-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Ceretto
,Red,US,"Spring Mountain is quickly becoming a fashionable address for top-flight Cabernet, and this debut release from Sherwin Family is no slouch. Dense, tightly wrapped blackberry fruit is accented by herbal and mineral elements. Worth the necessary search. 150 cases made.",,52,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Sherwin Family 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sherwin-family-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Sherwin Family
,Red,US,"Succulent aromas of fruit and oak, black currant, and black cherry emerge from this ripe beauty. Extraordinary depth of flavor: tons of round, ripe, polished fruit and spice on the palate. Drinks dry and elegant, round and opulent. Really defines Napa Cabernet at its ripe, fruity best.",Generations,50,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1996 Generations Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1996-generations-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Raymond
13.7,Red,US,"Beckmen Vineyards produced superb red wines in 1996-97, this being the third gem our staff has tasted. Here there's a marvelous malty chocolate and cassis nose. It's silky and sizable, with layers of black fruit. What oak it saw has been beautifully absorbed. Simply scrumptious Cabernet from a region not really known for Cabernet.",,20,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Beckmen 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Beckmen
,White,France,"Sticker shock aside, this is a stellar bottle of wine, with rich, thick, viscous fruit laced with mineral and spiced with oak. Still young, green and tight, but the length and strength of the buttery finish suggest wonderful development ahead.",,200,94,Burgundy,Chevalier-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998  Chevalier-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-chardonnay-chevalier-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,US,"A monumentally beautiful wine mostly from the famed To-Kalon Vineyard in Oakville. Dark color. Deeply aromatic. Brims with dusty earth, black-currant, and spice. Young, but great already. Opulent, plush and polished, with a solid core of ripe, racy fruit. Notable not only for its impressive depth, but the elegance and finesse of its structure. 1,000 cases produced.",30th Anniversary,150,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1996 30th Anniversary Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1996-30th-anniversary-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Robert Mondavi
13.9,Red,US,"A dazzling wine. Bursts with black-currant, plum, blackberry, tobacco, and olivaceous notes, and fine, toasty oak. Superb concentration; the fruit is simply fabulous, and so are the luscious, warm, silky tannins. Epitomizes class and elegance.",Private Reserve,75,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1995 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1995-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Beringer
13.5,White,US,"The golden yellow color is indicative of this wine's age. This is borne out by the caramel, nutty, faintly oxidized aromas. Full-bodied and showing plenty of spicy, vanilla oak, the fruit has unfortunately faded away leaving a slightly hot, woody finish.",Barrel Fermented,17,81,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1995 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1995-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1995,Palmer
12.5,Red,Spain,Cedary wood notes along with some mushroom aromas. Then comes a light-berry flavor that is carried by piercing acidity. The finish is all red pie cherries and not much else.,Crianza,12,81,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1997 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1997-crianza-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1997,Marqués del Puerto
12.5,Red,Spain,"Cinnamon and spice aromas are masked by some sulfurous odors. The flavors aren't particularly defined, but what's there is a bit green: bell peppers and underripe cherries. Lean and green would be the quick take; some woody notes bring it home.",Reserva,10,83,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Oristan 1995 Reserva Cencibel (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oristan-1995-reserva-tempranillo-cencibel-mancha/,Cencibel,1995,Oristan
12,White,Argentina,"Smells fragrant, with very clean peach, green-apple and fig aromas, and a whiff of toast and vanilla. Tastes extracted and ripe. Fruity flavors explode on the palate along with oaky-spicy notes. Dry and rich, but a little rough.",,7,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1997 White (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1997-white-mendoza/,White Blend,1997,Balbi
12.5,Red,Argentina,"Good dark color. The aroma is young and vibrant, with spicy plum, freshly crushed blackberries, white pepper, and a deep, mushroomy-earthy note. Flavors are impressively deep and extracted, and the tannins are young, fresh and ample. Tends toward the simple side, but has a refreshing balance and elegance.",,10,83,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1998 Syrah (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendoza/,Syrah,1998,Balbi
,Red,Spain,"This is a medium-weight red. Ruby in color with raspberry and blackberry aromas, it's accented by tar and tobacco notes. There is a slight herbal—some might say weedy—quality, but it has good balance, and it finishes clean and dry.",,7,84,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1998-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-navarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,1998,Vega Sindoa
13.5,Red,Spain,"Will this wine shed its baby fat and awkardness, or remain an oaked-up, clumsy, tannic wine? Time will tell, but for now the oak and glycerin sit on top of the gamy, red-berry fruit like an angry Sumo wrestler. Subtlety is not something you will find; instead focus on the driving, robust flavor profile.",Carchelo,13,84,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Agapito Rico 1999 Carchelo Syrah (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-agapito-rico-1999-carchelo-shiraz-syrah-syrah-jumilla/,Syrah,1999,Bodegas Agapito Rico
12,White,Spain,"A wine made entirely from Viura, it's got a soda-like leanness with touches of slate and stone topped off by distant citrus. Only a modicum of pineapple and lime can be found on the crisp, acidic palate. Finishes long and strong, with a bitter-almond and lime edge. Very fresh, though not very fruity",,7,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1999 White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1999-white-rioja/,White Blend,1999,Marqués de Cáceres
13.5,White,Spain,"Opens with a very classic tart-citrus and sharp Sauvignon Blanc nose, but gets a bit weighty and dull in the mouth. The finish is tangy and fairly expansive, but the disconnect between the aromas and the palate doesn't work here.",Fransola,22,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1998 Fransola Sauvignon Blanc (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1998-fransola-sauvignon-blanc-penedes/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Torres
12.5,Red,Spain,"Vanilla and menthol aromas testify to the years spent in oak. Dark cherry fruit is a little thin in texture, and leathery, finishing with some dry oakiness.",Gran Reserva,13,84,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Gran Oristan 1992 Gran Reserva Cencibel (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gran-oristan-1992-reserva-tempranillo-cencibel-mancha/,Cencibel,1992,Gran Oristan
13,Rose,Spain,"Offering a full nose of dried flowers and mild spices, this rosé opens to light cherry flavors and a pronounced smoky, almost meaty element. It has good texture in the mouth, and a dry, spicy finish that is fairly full. Recommended to those who prefer a weightier rose with more intense flavors.",,7,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1999 Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1999-rose-rioja/,Rosé,1999,Marqués de Cáceres
12.5,Red,Spain,"Berries, leather and spice on the opening. Oak sits on top of cherry fruit in the mouth, and the finish is all cherries, even though it's noticeably short. Good but not great Rioja.",Campeador Reserva,18,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Martinez Lacuesta 1996 Campeador Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-martinez-lacuesta-1996-campeador-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Bodegas Martinez Lacuesta
13.5,White,Chile,"Mild and inoffensive aromas of melon and pear, with similar flavors. There's an easy feel to the palate, but not enough acidity to keep it firm. Not complex, but fairly ripe. Best as an hors d'oeuvres white; it goes just fine with cheese and crackers.",,8,84,Central Valley,,,Carmen 1999 Chardonnay (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1999-chardonnay-central-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Carmen
12.5,Red,Spain,"Light and lucid, this carries the hallmarks of traditional Rioja: cherry fruit, pronounced oak, leathery notes and powerful acidity. It's slightly sharp and woody, with cranberry notes popping up on the mouth-puckering finish.",Gran Reserva,21,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1991 Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1991-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1991,Marqués del Puerto
13.5,White,Spain,"Opens with light nutmeg aromas, but they are faint and lead to a slightly flat palate with semisweet pear fruit and toast and oak flavors. Oak and anise on the finish. Has interesting elements but lacks the zip and liveliness to make them sing.",Antea,10,84,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1998 Antea White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1998-antea-white-rioja/,White Blend,1998,Marqués de Cáceres
13.5,Rose,US,"Seems more red than rosé, and there's a kick to it, as might be expected given the name. A very weighty rosé from 85% Grenache, 10% Zin and 5% Syrah. Dry as the desert, but rather neutral in flavor. It is mostly mute, with just a touch of candy apple.",Saddlesore Rose,12,85,California,California Other,California,Bridlewood 1998 Saddlesore Rose Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1998-saddlesore-rose-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Bridlewood
,White,Spain,"Softer and rounder than the regular offering from this producer (or most Albariños), this wine seems lower in acid (it isn't) and higher in sugar (it definitely is). Although it may appeal to a wider audience, the flavors are less well-defined and it lacks the typicity that makes the best renditions of this unique regional white so engaging.",Burgans,12,85,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Martín Códax 1999 Burgans Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-codax-1999-burgans-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,1999,Martín Códax
,Red,Spain,"Simple and clean, this is just what a basic wine should be. It offers good cherry fruit and some herb and tar accents on the nose. The flavors are cherry, with slight earthy notes, ending with a touch of licorice. Made of 100% Tempranillo in a light, accessible style. Best Buy.",Protocolo Tinto,6,85,Central Spain,Tierra Manchuela,,Dominio de Eguren 1998 Protocolo Tinto Tempranillo (Tierra Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-1998-protocolo-tinto-tempranillo-tierra-manchuela/,Tempranillo,1998,Dominio de Eguren
13,Rose,Spain,"This is the textbook definition of a perfectly quaffable rosé. It has nice winey aromas, with nuances of peppermint candy and garden herbs. It's got the requisite light berry flavors that stem naturally from the watermelon color. It finishes with a full blast of fresh fruit and plenty of refreshing acids.",Rosado,10,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1999 Rosado Tempranillo (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1999-rosado-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1999,Marqués del Puerto
12.5,Red,Spain,"Neutral and muted at first, with just a mild hint of dried spices and cherry fruit. Then it opens up a little to reveal a defined but tart cherry-driven palate. Seems extremely crisp at the end, almost as if it's already drying out. Probably better with hearty food.",Reserva,17,85,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1995 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1995-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1995,Marqués del Puerto
12.5,Red,Argentina,"Try blind-tasting this one. You might not guess the grapes but you'll think it costs more than it does. Has currant, wild berry, plum, and earth aromas and flavors. What makes it notable are the supersoft but complex tannins and the balance. Best Buy.",,7,85,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1998 Red (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1998-red-mendoza/,Red Blend,1998,Balbi
,Red,Spain,"Fresh and flavorful, this light Garnacha with its juicy red-fruit flavors and lively spiciness is a fine choice for a picnic or the patio. The bright finish shows surprising length for a relatively casual offering. A fine choice for carefree consumption.",Alma,10,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Telmo Rodríguez 1999 Alma Garnacha (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-1999-alma-grenache-garnacha-navarra/,Garnacha,1999,Telmo Rodríguez
12,White,Spain,"Displays a nice floral bouquet with pineapple, lime and herb aromas, and a light Pinot Grigio-like feel. The palate offers mild citrus and hay flavors, a round yet tangy mouthfeel, and a decent finish.",,13,86,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Condes de Albarei 1999 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/condes-albarei-1999-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,1999,Condes de Albarei
13,Red,Spain,"A blend of Tempranillo, Cabernet Sauvignon, Mourvèdre and Merlot that's young, big and burly. The sweet and gamy spice on the nose is inviting. Pure power jolts the palate, but the finish is surprisingly mild and clean. A wine for early drinking, it is what it is: a rambunctious country wine with a lot of sun-driven flavor.",Carchelo,9,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Bodegas Agapito Rico 1999 Carchelo Red (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-agapito-rico-1999-carchelo-red-jumilla/,Red Blend,1999,Bodegas Agapito Rico
,Red,Spain,"This is a light but attractive red of Beaujolais-like weight and texture. A 60% Tempranillo/20% Cabernet/20% Merlot blend, it has very good concentration of flavor for a light wine, with aromas of berries and earth. The berry and olive flavors lead into a nice finish.",,10,86,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1998 Red (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1998-red-sardon-duero/,Red Blend,1998,Abadia Retuerta
12,Red,Spain,"Vanilla-cherry aromas kissed with toast, cinnamon and nutmeg.  Full and soft, the palate picks up some earthy tobacco nuances that extend through the long, delicate finish.",Vina Pomal Reserva,15,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 1994 Vina Pomal Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-1994-vina-pomal-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1994,Bodegas Bilbainas
,White,Spain,"Attractive in a very oaky style, this wine is vinifed sur lie with weekly battonage (stirring of the yeasts). It offers lots of smoky oak and subtle pear aromas, opening to spice, butterscotch, apple and oak flavors. Good, tangy feel on the palate and a tropical-fruit, with spicy oak finish.",Barrel Fermented,10,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1999 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1999-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,1999,Vega Sindoa
,White,Spain,"Made of 90% Airen, the most widely cultivated white in the world, and 10% Macabeo, this is a delightful simple white from a region southeast of Madrid and north of La Mancha. It has a fruity, floral nose with nut and tangy lime accents, and sports green-apple and nut flavors. Finishes clean and relatively dry, with a slight chalkiness.",Protocolo Blanca,6,86,Central Spain,Tierra Manchuela,,Dominio de Eguren 1999 Protocolo Blanca White (Tierra Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-1999-protocolo-blanca-white-tierra-manchuela/,White Blend,1999,Dominio de Eguren
13,Red,Spain,"Cherries and roasted peanut aromas suggest some Garnacha in the blend. The oak influence is limited to a bitter chocolate element on the finish, leaving the spicy cherry fruit to stand on its own merits. Drink now.",Reserva,12,86,Levante,Jumilla,,Roquero 1994 Reserva Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquero-1994-reserva-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,1994,Roquero
,Red,Spain,"This winery's first attempt at a reserve wine is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 25% Tempranillo. Dark red, with a slight orange-brown at the edge, it offers dark currant and leathery aromas, with berry, tobacco and herb flavors following. While the fruit is round, the wine is fairly tart and displays moderate to high acidity. It closes with some sharp tannins.",Reserva,16,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1996 Reserva Red (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1996-reserva-red-navarra/,Red Blend,1996,Vega Sindoa
13.4,Rose,US,"Almost more red than pink, winemaker Ed Sbragia's take on European dry rosé has attractive berry scents, with just a touch of barnyard character. This is a big wine, full and verging on creamy in the mouth. Closes with a hint of peppery spice.",Rose de Saignee,16,86,California,California Other,California,Beringer 1998 Rose de Saignee Rosé (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-rose-saignee-other/,Rosé,1998,Beringer
12.5,Red,Spain,"Quite drinkable now, this is a pleasant medium-weight wine from a respected vintage, at a nice price. Aromatically, it wears a lot of sweet American oak on its cherry fruit, rather enjoyably so. The flavors are solid, if not terribly refined, with dark-cherry and leather notes. The wood is perhaps a little weighty at the end, but the wine stays quite drinkable.",Reserva,13,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Muriel 1995 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-muriel-1995-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Bodegas Muriel
,Rose,Spain,This 50% Cabernet Sauvignon–50% Garnacha blend is full of strawberry and heathery aromas and flavors. Wraps up with a good dry finish displaying an earthy note. Light enough to quaff and flavorful enough to pair with lighter foods.,,7,86,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1999 Rosé (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1999-rose-navarra/,Rosé,1999,Vega Sindoa
,White,Spain,"An attractive alternative white wine made of 70% Viura and 30% Chardonnay. Light gold in color, with floral, peach and apple aromas, it sports a comfortable, round mouthfeel, apple flavors, and slight mineral and earth accents. Closes dry, with good length. Best Buy.",Viura Chardonnay,7,87,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1999 Viura Chardonnay White (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1999-viura-chardonnay-white-navarra/,White Blend,1999,Vega Sindoa
,Red,Spain,"Ultrajammy, with intense ruby color and in-your-face grapiness, it's hard to find more extraction at this price. Light- to medium-bodied, this is an easy-drinking but densely aromatic and flavorful red that is not at all inconsequential. It wraps up with a brisk, clean, dry finish showing light tannins.",Dehesa Gago,12,87,Northern Spain,Toro,,Telmo Rodríguez 1999 Dehesa Gago  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-1999-dehesa-gago-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,1999,Telmo Rodríguez
12.5,Red,Spain,"A nice Rioja nose of strawberries and creamy oak. After 15 years it has held onto its power. A little lean in the body; the palate has a snappy berry flavor accented by licorice and herbs. Favorably speaking, the finish is streamlined and precise, however, some might read it as tart and lean.",Roman Paladino Gran Reserva,130,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1985 Roman Paladino Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1985-roman-paladino-gran-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1985,Marqués del Puerto
13.4,Red,Chile,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Has reserved aromas of black cherry and plum, and a solid core of black-cherry and berry fruit and spice. Dry and well balanced, not fat. Has a lot of white-tablecloth elegance. Intense, with powerful acids, but maybe just a little muddled on the midpalate.",Zavala,25,87,Maipo Valley,,,Viña Tarapacá 1997 Zavala Red (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarapaca-1997-zavala-red-maipo-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Viña Tarapacá
,Rose,Spain,"Appealing in its elegance, this mostly Garnacha rosé has a lovely salmon color, a nose of strawberries, and winning dried fruit and strawberry flavors. Light to medium in weight, it has good acidity and the fruit shines right through the dry, surprisingly persistent finish.",Rosada,10,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 1999 Rosada Rosé (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-1999-rosada-rose-rioja/,Rosé,1999,Muga
13,Red,Spain,"Black cherry is featured prominently on the oaky nose. Strawberry, cherry, and red currant are all part of the fruity flavor profile. A little lean in the mouth, but juicy and flashy as it fades away. Nice and friendly, and a proper textbook taste of the region.",Seleccion Especial MM Reserva,,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués del Puerto 1994 Seleccion Especial MM Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-puerto-1994-seleccion-especial-mm-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1994,Marqués del Puerto
11.5,White,Spain,"AN ATTRACTIVE WHITE WITH POSITIVE CHALK, LIME, VANILLA AND MINT ELEMENTS ON THE NOSE. CRISP GREEN-APPLE FRUIT AND A LIVELY MOUTHFEEL WITH A BIT OF SPRITZ KEEP IT HAPPENING. NICE, DRY AND CHALKY FINISH WITH DECENT LENGTH. BEST BUY.",,10,87,Catalonia,Alella,,Marqués de Alella 1999 White (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-alella-1999-white-alella/,White Blend,1999,Marqués de Alella
13,Red,Argentina,"Has very pretty aromas of currant, black cherry and oak. The palate impression is of gorgeous fruit: ripe, sweet, spicy and pure. Impeccable balance of acidity, soft tannins, alcohol, and subtle oak shadings. Designed for immediate pleasure and delivers plenty of it. Best Buy.",Reserve,13,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Balbi 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/balbi-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Balbi
13.5,White,US,"Fruit and wildflowers jump at you in a fragrant cloud reminiscent of honey, lemon, kafir lime, clove, and other undefined baking spices. Served well chilled, this will make for a fine summer wine—it's a blast of liquid sunshine. Citrusy and long in the finish, with pleasant notes of melon and sweet butter.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1998 Roussanne (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1998-roussanne-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Roussanne,1998,Zaca Mesa
,Red,Spain,"This is a fairly classic Rioja with deep cherry, leather and earth aromas and flavors. It has medium weight and a touch of the pine-like quality in many Riojas. Not dense, but possessed of good mouthfeel and a positive finish with even, dry tannins.",Crianza,15,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 1997 Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-1997-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Ramirez de la Piscina
12.5,Red,Spain,"Leathery and slightly gamy, the light cherry fruit has become attenuated, dominated by raw vanilla and brown sugar. It's typical in many ways of an aged Spanish red—thinning fruit and barrel-dominated, but tasty nonetheless.",Gran Reserva,19,87,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Diego de Almagro 1991 Gran Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/diego-almagro-1991-gran-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,1991,Diego de Almagro
,Rose,Spain,"A very attractive inexpensive rosé, this wine offers strawberry and licorice aromas and delicious sweet-and-sour dry berry and banana flavors. Light and tangy on the palate, it closes dry and spicy, with a slight mineral note. Best Buy.",Protocolo Rosado,6,87,Central Spain,Tierra Manchuela,,Dominio de Eguren 1999 Protocolo Rosado Rosé (Tierra Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-1999-protocolo-rosado-rose-tierra-manchuela/,Rosé,1999,Dominio de Eguren
13,White,Spain,"Dense black-currant aromas are tinged with green herbs and more than a hint of green pepper. If you are green-tolerant, this will be a 90+ wine because it has a lovely mouthfeel, good concentration, and a long, softly tannic finish.",Gran Coronas,18,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1995 Gran Coronas Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1995-gran-coronas-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-penedes/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,1995,Torres
,White,Spain,"A lovely white to enjoy with seafood or salads. Displays fine green-apple, hay and white-peach aromas and flavors. Has a very slight and appealing bit of fizz, and a long, lime-mineral finish. Reward your palate and impress your friends with this Basque country blend of Hondarrabi Zuri, Hondarrabi Beltza, and Cabernet Franc.",,17,87,Northern Spain,Getariako Txakolina,,Txomín Etxaníz 1999 White (Getariako Txakolina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/txomin-etxaniz-1999-white-getariako-txakolina/,White Blend,1999,Txomín Etxaníz
,White,Spain,"Another unusual offering from this producer, an oak-aged Albariño, named after an instrument played by medieval pilgrims. Toasty oak and apple aromas, full apple-earth flavors, and a dry, well-proportioned finish. An exotic, toasty wine for the adventurous.",Organistrum,17,87,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Martín Códax 1998 Organistrum Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-codax-1998-organistrum-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,1998,Martín Códax
13,Red,Spain,Fruit-filled; ripe berries and cherries burst forth in what could be Spain's answer to Beaujolais. There's even a rich earthy streak to keep things interesting sip after sip. Simply delicious.,Tinto,9,87,Levante,Jumilla,,Roquero 1998 Tinto Monastrell (Jumilla),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roquero-1998-tinto-mourvedre-monastrell-jumilla/,Monastrell,1998,Roquero
,Red,Spain,"This all-Tempranillo red offers a lot of flavor and even a bit of depth. It shows deep cherry and spicy oak on the nose, with tea and orange accents, and a slight chalkiness on the palate. The mouthfeel is good—round but not flabby—and the finish is marked by dried-cherry and herb notes.",Codice Tinto,8,87,Central Spain,Tierra Manchuela,,Dominio de Eguren 1998 Codice Tinto Tempranillo (Tierra Manchuela),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominio-eguren-1998-codice-tinto-tempranillo-tierra-manchuela/,Tempranillo,1998,Dominio de Eguren
12.5,Red,Spain,Cherries and an earthy undertone from the Monastrell (Mourvèdre) component come together in an easy-to-drink mature red that has an almost cherry-cough-syrup flavor. Medium weight and ready to drink tonight.,Reserva,10,87,Central Spain,Almansa,,Castillo de Almansa 1994 Reserva Cencibel (Almansa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castillo-almansa-1994-reserva-tempranillo-cencibel-almansa/,Cencibel,1994,Castillo de Almansa
12.5,White,US,"Bright aromas of apricots, peaches and honey. Apple, nutmeg and honeydew melon flavors. The mouth buzzes with crisp acidity and a zing that makes it seem quasicarbonated. The finish builds to a sweet-tart crescendo. A tight and classy off-dry wine, perfect for Chinese and other Asian foods.",Estate Bottled,,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Greenwood Ridge 1998 Estate Bottled White Riesling (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1998-estate-bottled-riesling-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,White Riesling,1998,Greenwood Ridge
,White,Spain,"Fermented in 100% new French oak, this is one of the more elegant Spanish whites you will find. A 90% Viura and 10% Malvasia blend, with a nose of citrus, melon and toast, it offers engaging apple and orange flavors with handsome oak accents. An attractive chalkiness enters on the finish, which has good length and definition. Best Buy.",Barrel Fermented,11,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 1999 Barrel Fermented White (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-1999-barrel-fermented-white-rioja/,White Blend,1999,Muga
,Red,Spain,"The oak aging this received is hardly noticeable under the rich cherry fruit, but it's there, lending a silky, creamy texture and hints of vanilla. Mild tannins give this short-term aging potential, but it can be enjoyed now if you like your fruit forward.",La Vicalanda Reserva,20,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Bodegas Bilbainas 1995 La Vicalanda Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bodegas-bilbainas-1995-vicalanda-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Bodegas Bilbainas
13.5,Red,Spain,"A rustic wine with gamy scents offset by a note of sweet vanilla. Ripe plum, black cherry and licorice combine forces on the full-throttle palate. It's full and weighty in the mouth, and finishes fairly long, with ripe tannins and the taste of espresso making their marks.",Crianza,27,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arzuaga 1996 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arzuaga-1996-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Arzuaga
,Red,Spain,"A very handsome inexpensive wine, it shows good depth of fruit with dark berry, licorice and coffee aromas and flavors. Finishes with good length and tasty, lingering sour-cherry notes. Receives four months aging in unusual hybrid American and French oak barrels.",Rívola,12,88,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1999 Rívola Tempranillo (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1999-rivola-tempranillo-sardon-duero/,Tempranillo,1999,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"Dark in color, with a very attractive, rather Burgundian nose of cherry, earth, leather and vanilla, this is a medium-weight and very well-balanced red. The flavors are predominantly dried cherry, with licorice accents that follow through on the finish. Fine drinking now and for the next few years.",,29,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 1997  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-1997-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Val Sotillo
13.5,Red,Chile,"This is an excellent model for well-priced South American Cabernet. It's technically a wine from Santa Carolina, but with Australian consultation. The result is an aromatic wine full of pepper, leafy forest floor and chocolate. Cassis, blackberry and vanilla dance on the full, tannic palate. A nice peek at what Chile is up to today. Best Buy.",,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Dallas Conté 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Dallas Conté
,White,Spain,"Showing fine quality, this Verdejo-Sauvignon Blanc-Viura blend satisfies with a fragrant melon and grass nose, a full round palate showing grapefruit, herb and melon flavors, and a clean, long finish. It is the house white wine at New York's exclusive seafood restaurant Le Bernardin, and no wonder, considering its attributes. Best Buy.",Basa,8,88,Northern Spain,Rueda,,Telmo Rodríguez 1999 Basa White (Rueda),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-1999-basa-white-rueda/,White Blend,1999,Telmo Rodríguez
,White,Spain,"With its lovely nose of green apple, floral scents and white peach, its bright feel, and citrus-chalky flavors, what more could you ask for with a plate of oysters or a beautiful piece of sole or turbot? Very refreshing, and at an easy price, too. Best Buy.",,13,88,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Martín Códax 1999 Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-codax-1999-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,1999,Martín Códax
13,Red,Chile,"Typical of good Cabernet there's an inviting mixture of fragrant black fruit and chocolaty oak on the nose. In the mouth, it's a pure plummy delight accented by cinnamon, coriander, vanilla and tobacco notes. Its intensity may not be off the charts but it makes a nice impression with its smoothness. Best Buy.",Reserva de Familia,15,88,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 1997 Reserva de Familia Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-1997-reserva-de-familia-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Santa Carolina
12.5,Rose,France,"The price and reddish-pink color don't distinguish it from the scores of other Provencal roses, but once you breathe in the aromatics and place some of this mint-tinged tongue-teaser in your mouth, you'll be sold. --M.M. This wine reappeared as a Top 100 Best Buy in the 2000 Best of Year issue.",Rouviere,9,88,Provence,Coteaux Varois,,Château Routas 1999 Rouviere Rosé (Coteaux Varois),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-routas-1999-rouviere-rose-coteaux-varois/,Rosé,1999,Château Routas
,Red,Spain,"Sporting a handsome purple color and lots of dark fruit aromas with cedar/cinnamon accents, this wine has attractive dark berry, licorice and tobacco flavors. For a relatively affordable wine, it shows a rather reserved, serious profile, and finishes dry, with even tannins. The green quality of some 1997s is absent here and the wine drinks well now, but should improve over the next two or three years. (Available fall 2000.)",Crianza,17,88,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pradorey 1997 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prado-rey-1997-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Pradorey
13,Rose,US,More copper-tinged than many California rosés. The strawberry and spice aromas are followed by medium-bodied tart-berry flavors. Taut acidity gives it great refreshment value.,The Celeidh,16,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Garretson 1998 The Celeidh Red (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garretson-1998-celeidh-red-central-coast/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Garretson
,Red,Spain,"The 1997 of this single-estate Rioja, while not as complete or impressive as earlier offerings, is still very dark in color, with a nose of deep red and black fruits and a slight cheesy whiff. Dense, bottled unfiltered, it displays cassis-like and coffee flavors, and a tangy mouthfeel. The brisk finish has moderate tannins and an intriguing chalky note. (Available fall 2000.)",San Vincente,36,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Senorio de San Vincente 1997 San Vincente  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/senorio-san-vincente-1997-vincente-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Senorio de San Vincente
,Red,Spain,"Dense, smoky oak nose, with black fruit and a touch of bell pepper. The palate texture is rich and positive, but the oak really has the fruit buried. Will have definite appeal to lovers of heavily oaked wines, but the fruit—so subdued now—could have difficulty surfacing.",Cuvee El Palomar,48,89,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1997 Cuvee El Palomar Tempranillo (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1997-cuvee-el-palomar-tempranillo-sardon-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"This unfiltered blend of 70% Tempranillo, 20% Garnacha, and 10% Mazuelo and Graciano has a lot of refinement. Aromas of dried cherries, spice and leather open to a mouth full of cherry, plum and herb flavors. Cutting a trim, handsome profile with fine fruit-to-acid balance, it finishes long and dry, with interesting mineral accents.",Reserva,17,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 1996 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-1996-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1996,Muga
,Red,Spain,"Medium- to full-bodied, this elegant wine has very good balance and quite a bit of class. From its dark-cherry and rosemary aromas through the full cherry and spice flavors with mineral accents, it keeps a very good sense of proportion. Attractive dry finish with mineral-earth notes.",Reserva,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Solabal 1997 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/solabal-1997-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Solabal
,White,Spain,"A select cuvée from its best Chardonnay vineyard, aged in 100% Allier oak, this wine offers a lot of finesse and class at an everyday price. The nose shows mild toast, nut and mineral components, and the flavors are apple, tropical fruit and toasted bread. The feel on the palate is elegant, slightly creamy, and it closes with a long, complex finish and an intriguing floral perfume. If you love white Burgundy, this is your everyday white. Best Buy.",Cuvee Allier,12,89,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1998 Cuvee Allier Chardonnay (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1998-cuvee-allier-chardonnay-navarra/,Chardonnay,1998,Vega Sindoa
,Red,Spain,"A bright and elegant Tempranillo that shows very good depth of fruit. Shows good red-berry and cinnamon notes on the nose, and picks up handsome cedar and cocoa notes in the mouth. Not dense, but very well balanced, it finishes with even tannins and a mineral-earth note that adds complexity.",Crianza,25,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Emilio Moro 1997 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emilio-moro-1997-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Emilio Moro
13.2,White,US,"Honeysuckle, butter, and cream on a French-oak-driven nose. The palate is soft and round, with a defined lemon underbelly and more buttery oak. To mix Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay with this much oak and California style is commendable, even if the end result is a little strange. A pleasant, rewarding wine.",Alluvium Blanc,16,89,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1997 Alluvium Blanc White (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1997-alluvium-blanc-white-sonoma-knights-valley/,White Blend,1997,Beringer
12,White,Spain,"Some claim that Albariño is a relative of Riesling, brought to the region by pilgrims to the shrine at Santiago de Compostela. Elegant and lean, this Albariño shows classic floral, lime and chalk aromas and flavors, and a crisp mouthfeel. It's perfect for shellfish—or any white fish. You might have to work a bit to find it, but it's well worth the hunt",Albarino,20,89,Galicia,Rías Baixas,,Morgadío 1999 Albarino Albariño (Rías Baixas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgadio-1999-albarino-rias-baixas/,Albariño,1999,Morgadío
,Red,Spain,"Solid fruit, a strong scent of violets, and a nutty, gamy element mark the nose of this solid red. Flavorful, with sour cherry, red berry and licorice elements on the palate, and an even finish with fine tannins. This is a smooth and sophisticated wine that still has good grip, from a master winemaker. (Available fall 2000.)",,36,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Teofilo Reyes 1998  Ribera del Duero,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teofilo-reyes-1998-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1998,Teofilo Reyes
14,Red,Spain,"At 75% Garnacha and 25% Cariñena, you get a solid, full-bodied wine with an extremely tight, spicy core of cherry fruit. The tannins are drying and full, and the oak is strong, especially in the finish. It's a wine with a leafy, earthy character, not unlike Bordeaux. It should be a good ager if cellared properly. Best Buy.",Gran Sangre de Toro Reserva,11,89,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1996 Gran Sangre de Toro Reserva Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1996-gran-sangre-toro-reserva-red-penedes/,Red Blend,1996,Torres
13,Red,Spain,"Black cherry and wild game on the nose, which takes some time to come around. Has all the rustic characteristics of Rioja: tobacco, cherry fruit, a certain undefined meatiness. It stands up strong and finishes long and big, with oak and grabby tannins asserting themselves.",Reserva,21,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1994 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1994-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1994,Marqués de Cáceres
,Red,Spain,"Berry, pine and leather aromas, with a full mouth of cherry, spice, tar, and leather make for lots of sensory fulfillment. Full, but not sharp, tannins and very good balance complete the package. Drinks well now and will improve for another 2 to 5 years.",Reserva,21,90,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Ramirez de la Piscina 1995 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramirez-piscina-1995-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Ramirez de la Piscina
,Red,Spain,"Incredibly opaque and tight. The nose hints at blackberry, licorice, spices and meat. On the palate, a very dark flavor range of coffee and black fruit reigns, with dense oak that displays dill notes. The mouthfeel is big, with elegant bearing, and the finish is long and dark, with espresso, tobacco and licorice notes and lots of tannins. Will benefit from 3 to 5 years of cellaring, but will always be dark and mysterious.",Pago Negralada,140,90,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1996 Pago Negralada Tempranillo (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1996-pago-negralada-tempranillo-sardon-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"Starting with its nearly opaque color and very positive plum and cocoa aromas, this wine struts its stuff. Dark berry, plum and cocoa flavors wash the palate. The green-pepper element that is the bane of so many affordable Merlots is well tamed, and the finish is dry and tangy, with enough tannins to warrant short-term cellaring. Best Buy.",,12,90,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Vega Sindoa 1998 Merlot (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vega-sindoa-1998-merlot-navarra/,Merlot,1998,Vega Sindoa
,Red,Spain,"A very structured, intellectual wine with a particularly attractive nose of blueberry, pine, prunes and oriental spice. On the palate, the flavors are dark and leathery, with a fairly stern mouthfeel. Finishes dry, even austerely, with full mouth-coating tannins.",Lapsus,130,90,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1997 Lapsus Tempranillo (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1997-lapsus-tempranillo-sardon-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"Round and fairly plush, this special selection shows a complex nose with cherry, spice, toffee, licorice and leather elements. There is very good depth of predominately sour-cherry fruit and a wonderful texture in the mouth. Finishes firm and dry, with an anise note. Solid tannins could use 2 or 3 years to resolve.",Reserva Seleccion Especial,29,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 1994 Reserva Seleccion Especial  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-1994-reserva-seleccion-especial-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1994,Muga
13.5,Red,Spain,"An excellent wine with a great pure-fruit core. There's plenty of body here, and the defined black-cherry flavor parrots the fragrant nose. Oak lovers will rejoice in the layers of vanilla and smoke that permeate this mouth-filling offering. Best Buy.",Crianza,13,91,Northern Spain,Toro,,Muruve 1996 Crianza  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muruve-1996-crianza-tempranillo-tinta-de-toro-toro/,Tinta de Toro,1996,Muruve
,Red,Spain,"A wonderful find, this wine is almost opaque in color. Attractive aromas of dark cherry and cinnamon are followed by a big palate of similar flavors with added cocoa and herb notes. The wine is full-bodied, and has very even tannins and a handsome finish of dried fruits that picks up earth and licorice accents. A lot of wine for the money.",Altos Lanzaga,20,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Telmo Rodríguez 1998 Altos Lanzaga  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-1998-altos-lanzaga-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1998,Telmo Rodríguez
,Red,Spain,"Darkly colored with aromas of black cherry, licorice and toasty oak, this wine immediately draws you in. Rich flavors in the same range follow on the palate, and the finish is long and supple, with dried-cherry and mineral flavors, and licorice accents. Full and elegant, with an exceptionally round mouthfeel.",,18,91,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Finca Allende 1997  Rioja,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/finca-allende-1997-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1997,Finca Allende
13,Red,Spain,"Another fine Ribera from this great vintage. Here you'll find some orange peel and cinnamon aromas with just a sprinkling of grassy green. It's earthy and packed full of plum, cocoa and black-fruit flavors. A fine touch of oak graces the long finish. Initial impressions and Pesquera's history for making ageable wines suggest that it will knit together fully a few years down the road.",Reserva,49,91,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pesquera 1996 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pesquera-1996-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Pesquera
,Red,Spain,"Complex and possessed of great finesse, this handsome Gran Reserva displays a beautiful bouquet, with dried-cherry, fig, caramel and game notes. It is large-scaled, with lots of fruit, oak and tannins. There are many elements here, and they need time to resolve. Patience will be rewarded; hold for 3 to 5 years.",Prado Enea Gran Reserva,41,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 1991 Prado Enea Gran Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-1991-prado-enea-gran-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1991,Muga
,Red,Spain,"This 100% Tinta de Toro (Tempranillo) is a very impressive offering from the makers of Mauro. Dark in color, with rich aromas of very dark berry and cherry fruit, tobacco, and spicy oak, this is a real mouthful of flavor. It sports very good texture and a long, delicious finish with loads of fruit, spice and full but not harsh tannins. It is lavishly oaked, but its great depth of fruit maintains a handsome balance. Almost approachable now, it will definitely improve with age. (Available fall 2000.)",San Roman,40,92,Northern Spain,Toro,,Maurodos 1998 San Roman  (Toro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maurodos-1998-san-roman-tempranillo-toro/,Tempranillo,1998,Maurodos
,Red,Spain,"An exciting offering from the former winemaker at Remelluri, this wine shows fine purity of fruit with black cherry, chocolate and licorice elements on the nose and in the mouth. It has fine tannic structure without being harsh. Displays mineral, earth, and cocoa notes on the long finish.",Valderiz,25,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Telmo Rodríguez 1998 Valderiz  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/telmo-rodriguez-1998-valderiz-tempranillo-blend-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo Blend,1998,Telmo Rodríguez
,Red,Spain,"Smart shoppers should be able to find this for well below the sky-scraping suggested price, and what a fabulous gift it would make. It's inky and tight, with spicy oak atop blackberry fruit. It's the epitome of a tight, young Tempranillo wine, and the finish is downright peppery. The tannins are fairly monstrous now, indicating that it could benefit from five or more years of aging.",Millennium Reserva,799,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Pesquera 1996 Millennium Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pesquera-1996-millennium-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Pesquera
,Red,Spain,"Opaque, with aromas of deep, tight fruit and toasty oak, this is a huge and fairly backward wine. However, the mouthfeel is very full—even viscous—and a rich range of cherry, cassis, toast and leather flavors grace the palate. It packs some intense tannins on the back end, making it a serious wine for the cellar, needing 5 to 8 years to come around. It should last for decades.",Torre Muga,60,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Muga 1996 Torre Muga  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/muga-1996-torre-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Muga
,Red,Spain,"Deep and very complex, with great intensity of cherry fruit and earth-leather accents, this is (as we say) ""very serious juice."" The mouthfeel is full and rich, with good acidity and firm but fine tannins. The engaging aromas carry through on the palate, where interesting mineral, even faintly saline, nuances appear. (Available fall 2000.)",Reserva,55,93,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 1996 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-1996-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Val Sotillo
,Red,Spain,"Dark cherry aromas and beautifully integrated oak with attractive mint-menthol notes grace the complex nose. The flavors are very complex as well, with tart cherry, licorice, balsamic, prune and cocoa notes dancing on the palate. Big in scale but very well balanced, with a long dry finish and firm but not sharp tannins. Truly excellent. (Available in magnums only, fall 2000.)",Reserva,150,94,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Teofilo Reyes 1996 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teofilo-reyes-1996-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Teofilo Reyes
,Red,Spain,"A spectacular modern-style wine from an excellent vintage. It's deep as night, almost opaque, with giant blackberry, licorice, coffee and bacon aromas. It offers gorgeous flavors of cassis, blackberry, coffee and tobacco, and then finishes smooth and long, with mouth-coating dusty tannins. It deserves all the superlatives you could throw at it, and in three to five years it will be even better than it is now.",Crianza,45,95,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Alion 1996 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alion-1996-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1996,Alion
,Red,Spain,"Opaque in color, with a splendid, complex bouquet that offers aromas of very dark fruit, coffee and toasty oak. There are rich, deep flavors on the palate, with plum and licorice accents and a full, vibrant mouthfeel. Finishes long and dry, with fine tannins. An estate blend of 100% Tempranillo from an assortment of sites on the property.",Cuvee El Campanario,50,95,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1997 Cuvee El Campanario Tempranillo (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1997-cuvee-el-campanario-tempranillo-sardon-duero/,Tempranillo,1997,Abadia Retuerta
,Red,Spain,"Made from old Tempranillo vines, this is a stunning wine whose density is matched by its finesse, resulting in an amazing taste and sense experience. Opaque in color, it displays deep cherry, earth and smoke aromas. On the palate, the flavors broaden to include blackberry and tobacco. Superbly balanced despite its heft, it closes with a long mouth-coating finish, with black cherry, tar, mineral and chalk notes. It needs 3 to 5 years, but it's hard to keep your hands off it now.",Aurus,130,96,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Aurus 1996 Aurus  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aurus-1996-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1996,Aurus
,Red,Spain,"Incredible depth and purity of fruit characterize this bottling. A huge bouquet of black fruits, truffles, cinnamon, licorice and more pulls you right in, and the palate does not disappoint with its cherry, tobacco and cumin notes, and a lovely balance of sweet and sour elements. Full—even massive—but quite refined at the same time, with great grip, and solid, well-dispersed tannins and handsome, spicy fruit on the long finish. Best cellared a few more years, and it should drink well for decades.",Gran Reserva,80,96,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Val Sotillo 1994 Gran Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-sotillo-1994-gran-reserva-red-ribera-duero/,Red Blend,1994,Val Sotillo
,Red,US,"Sharp barnyardy fruit flavors, along with doughy new oak. A real disappointment after the excellent 1996.",Reserve,25,80,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1997 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1997-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1997,Columbia Crest
13,Red,US,"Pickle-barrel aromas dominate the nose, which downshifts into pure charred oak after a while. Big, chunky flavors yield too little Syrah fruit and too much other stuff. This one lays low in the glass and just never steps into line.",,18,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Bridgman 1998 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgman-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1998,Bridgman
,Red,US,"Here's a dark, vegetal wine marked by herbaceous, weedy aromas and flavors, considerable tannins, and sharp acidity. It's very dry and even a bit rasping. You want to find some sweet fruit, but the wine is hard, and the finish indicates little aging possibility.",,22,81,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rancho Sisquoc 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rancho Sisquoc
,Red,Italy,"Pruny and sweet, with aromas of molasses--if it were Amarone you might give it a second thought, but it's not. The fruit is carried by acids but no tannins. Short and heavy.",,5,81,Veneto,Veneto,,Scarlatta 1997 Merlot (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarlatta-1997-merlot-veneto/,Merlot,1997,Scarlatta
,White,US,"If you judge it just by the aroma you may take a pass. Strong gooseberry and sulfur smells are hardly welcoming. It's sweet, like applesauce, with touches of grapefruit to offer some balance. Like the wine above, it contains some Colombard concentrate.",,6,81,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Baron Herzog 1999 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1999-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,1999,Baron Herzog
,Red,US,"Released after more than four years in barrel, this Bordeaux blend is just beginning to shed its aggressive tannins. Although there's plenty of toasty, charred oak, the fruit seems to have been sacrificed. Smells like a Port: peppery, pruny and alcoholic.",Platinum Red,17,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1995 Platinum Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1995-platinum-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Preston
14.5,Red,US,"Rather raisiny and ponderous, this Zin has stewed-fruit and baked-apple aromas, and a green alfalfa or hay-like element. Doesn't really take off, and lacks the varietal character most of the other wines in the range display. The finish is warm, with an odd metallic note.",,9,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Monterra 1998 Zinfandel (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1998-zinfandel-central-coast-monterey/,Zinfandel,1998,Monterra
13,Red,Italy,"Smells tempting, with cedar, tobacco and abundant sour-cherry aromas. Delicate and a bit light and compact in the mouth, finishing with some mild woody tannins.",,17,82,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria Del Cerro 1996  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-1996-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1996,Fattoria Del Cerro
,Red,US,"Cranberry and crabapples highlight the fruit. There is some good concentration on the palate, but a sweet, seemingly artificial, chalky finish leaves the wine feeling out of whack and over-tinkered with.",Bacchus Vineyard,24,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Glen Fiona 1999 Bacchus Vineyard Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/glen-fiona-1999-bacchus-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1999,Glen Fiona
13.2,Red,US,"Medium-ruby color. Pleasant, clean aromas of black cherry, peppermint, white chocolate, anise and vanilla. A strange wine in the mouth. The fruit is forward and nice, but there's a slight tingle on the tongue and a definite sensation of sweetness.",,20,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hoodsport 1998 Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-1998-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,1998,Hoodsport
,Red,US,"Good color and extraction. Initial canned asparagus and sulfur aromas mask some pretty good fruit. But with breathing, it opens up and loses the off aromas.",,15,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 1997 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1997,Duck Pond
13.5,Red,Italy,"Raisins, a touch of tomato, and a deep hickory smoke define an unusual bouquet. Tastes hot and somewhat sour, without much cherry or leather to save it. Barolo from this vintage should be hitting its stride, but this one doesn't seem to have ever had one. It ends with some alcohol burn and barely a finish to speak of.",Vigna Margheria,60,82,Piedmont,Barolo,,Massolino 1995 Vigna Margheria  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/massolino-1995-vigna-margheria-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Massolino
12.5,Red,Italy,"Meaty and chunky, yet it's still kind of mute. There's a chocolaty barrel-driven note, adequate richness and a fair amount of stuffing. Overall the fruit is solid but unspectacular. The finish starts strong and then weakens.",,9,83,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Sartori 1997 Merlot (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-1997-merlot-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Merlot,1997,Sartori
13,Red,Italy,"This red from the Marche offers some low-intensity, tart cherry fruit, but the aromas and flavors seem rather flat and suppressed. There is a lack of definition here, and a somewhat clumsy woody quality that weighs down the fruit. The finish is rather short, woody and dry.",,10,83,Central Italy,Rosso Piceno Superiore,,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni 1997  Rosso Piceno Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-cocci-grifoni-1997-sangiovese-rosso-piceno-superiore/,Sangiovese,1997,Tenuta Cocci Grifoni
14.2,Red,US,"This soft, supple, friendly Cab is pleasing rather than complex. It's marked by blackberry and currant fruit, although the middle is a bit washed out, and it finishes short. Still, it's a good wine at a not-bad price.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trellis 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Trellis
13,Red,US,"Slightly sweet, but with varietally correct flavors, this soft and supple wine again proves that a simple and inexpensive wine does not have to lack character. Cherry, cocoa and cola flavors, and a supple, plummy texture ensure that it actually tastes like a Merlot. The front-end sweetness yields to a slightly tart finish, but it's clean all the way.",,6,83,California,California Other,California,Delicato 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Delicato
13,Red,Italy,"Unfortunately this is not the cleanest-smelling red you will come across, and for that it gets demerits. But it does come forth with bright red fruit, especially cherry. It's also a bit acidic. The definition isn't really here, yet the light oak on the finish is pleasant.",,27,83,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Cerraia 1996  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cerraia-1996-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1996,Cerraia
13,Red,US,"Dark, sweet cherry aromas and flavors predominate here, with slight leather and vanilla accents. There is decent acidity but on the palate the fruit is quite sweet, with an almost candied note. Finishes rather abruptly and tart, with fairly full mouth-coating tannins.",,9,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Monterra 1998 Sangiovese (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1998-sangiovese-central-coast-monterey/,Sangiovese,1998,Monterra
12.5,White,US,"Pear, apple and wet stone aromas give way to grapey green flavors similar to herbs, especially mint. This has been more impressive in past years; this vintage seems mildly cloying and the wine just isn't overly appealing. It's all too bad, because we like Riesling and support America's efforts with the grape.",Dry,15,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 1999 Dry Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-1999-dry-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,1999,Trefethen
12.5,Red,Italy,"This fruity southern Italian red has a berry-and-plum jamminess on the nose. Soft on the palate, it has light-to-medium berry flavors and an interesting tea-like note appears on the finish. A decent quaffing red, best with a light chill.",Selvato,11,84,Southern Italy,Apulia,,Colli della Murgia 1998 Selvato Red (Apulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colli-della-murgia-1998-selvato-red-apulia/,Red Blend,1998,Colli della Murgia
,White,Chile,"This lean Chardonnay bows more to the Macônnais than to the California style. Light floral, apple and hay aromas open to a lemony, stony palate. Clean, with moderate length, it is good and decidedly not sweet.",,8,84,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 1999 Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-1999-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Aresti
13.5,White,US,"This fairly high-acid wine is simple and refreshing. The flavors run to the grassy, citrus and apple side, and it's very dry, with a crisp, tingly mouthfeel that cleanses the palate. Try it for a late-afternoon cocktail with some simple munchies like herbed goat cheese on crackers.",Special Selection,11,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trellis 1998 Special Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-1998-special-selection-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Trellis
,Red,US,"A blend of red-pepper spice and forward, simple blackberry fruit. The finish is tannic and has a certain rusticity to it that's not unattractive.",,30,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Walla Walla Valley (WA),Seven Hills 1998 Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-walla-walla-wa/,Syrah,1998,Seven Hills
13,Red,Italy,"Starts out difficult and rustic, with aromas of charred meat and baked cherries. Plum flavors go tart and then veer toward coffee and tar. The finish is tight and stilted, with black cherry showing up late. A grapey aftertaste fails to seal the deal.",,43,84,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Prunotto 1996  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-1996-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1996,Prunotto
13,White,Italy,"The deep-yellow color suggests plenty of charred oak, and sure enough there's plenty of it, with butterscotch and vanilla aromas wafting over apple and spice. Flavors are oaky, and the finish is oaky-sweet. Too oaky for many tasters.",Monteriolo,43,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Coppo 1997 Monteriolo Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-1997-monteriolo-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,1997,Coppo
,Red,US,"Dusty, toasty new-oak flavors lead into a wine that is tannic, tight and rough. The fruit is subdued, dark and roasted. Oak dominates, with a bitter, slightly rubbery finish.",Wahluke Slope Frei's Desert Wi,22,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 1998 Wahluke Slope Frei's Desert Wi Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1998-wahluke-slope-freis-desert-wi-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1998,Duck Pond
15.5,Red,US,"Ponderous aromas of Port, kirsch and cassis waft up from this 15.5% alcohol monster. This isn't Dolcetto in the Piemontese style. Here it's overripe cherries and plums emulating young Port. It goes best with food; on its own it's awkward and overamped.",,16,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fattoria Enotria 1997 Dolcetto (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-enotria-1997-italian-red-dolcetto-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Dolcetto,1997,Fattoria Enotria
,Red,Italy,"Rich and somewhat raisiny aromas of soy sauce and leather lead the way, followed by pruny, earthy flavors. Not overly heavy or tannic; drink now.",,35,84,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Ca' del Monte 1994  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-monte-1994-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1994,Ca' del Monte
,White,Italy,"An oaky yet lean Chardonnay from northern Italy, with the emphasis on lean. Toasty, but the almost sharp lemon fruit is where the action is. Very crisp and light; try with vegetable antipasto.",,11,84,Lombardy,Terre di Franciacorta,,Contadi Castaldi NV Chardonnay (Terre di Franciacorta),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contadi-castaldi-nv-chardonnay-terre-franciacorta/,Chardonnay,,Contadi Castaldi
13,White,US,"Aromas of pear, apple, melon and citrus. Not hefty, but in every way correct, with a nice mouthfeel and good balance. Clean pear and citrus flavors on the palate continue through the finish. A good entry-level Chardonnay. Best Buy.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Delicato 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Delicato
13,Red,Italy,"A mix of the Veneto's favorite reds (Corvina and Rondinella) and Merlot. It has a dense chocolate-cake aroma and some pungent black-fruit notes. Spicy and fairly big, it has plenty of size but not much finesse or style. All in all, it's big and clunky, yet the chewy, mouth-filling plummy fruit makes it worth a try.",Cent'Anni,33,84,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Sartori 1995 Cent'Anni  (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-1995-centanni-red-valpolicella/,Red Blend,1995,Sartori
,Red,US,"Black cherry and bell pepper, with dill in the finish. New French oak dresses it up, but the fruit is a little thin.",Reserve,21,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 1997 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-1997-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Snoqualmie
,Red,US,"Tight, tannic and slightly stemmy, with dense chocolaty, blueberry fruit buried under a ton of tannin. It may open up with time, but now it's pretty tough.",Genesis,18,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1997 Genesis Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1997-genesis-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Hogue
,Red,US,"Lemberger is a rustic, oddball grape that has found a home of sorts in Washington, where it more or less stands in for middle-of-the-road Zinfandel. This is a spicy, rustic wine with open, forward, fruity and generous flavors. There's a pleasing gaminess that suggests firing up the grill, and a loose-knit friendliness that promises an easy ride.",Genesis Blue Franc,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hogue 1997 Genesis Blue Franc Lemberger (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1997-genesis-blue-franc-other-red-lemberger-columbia-valley-yakima/,Lemberger,1997,Hogue
,Red,Italy,"Similar in style and taste to a declassified Right Bank wine (the blend is 60% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon). It's a touch sharp and green at first but then shows better with time. Lean and peppery, the red-fruit core is spicy and brambly. A little short on stuffing but long on the finish, with licorice and black pepper popping through.",,13,85,Veneto,Colli Euganei,,La Montecchia 1997 Red (Colli Euganei),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montecchia-1997-red-colli-euganei/,Red Blend,1997,La Montecchia
,Red,Chile,"Aromas of plums, spice and earth open to nice berry/plum flavors with nutmeg and pepper accents. Round mouthfeel with a decent finish that shows herb and pepper notes. Best Buy.",Montemar,8,85,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 1999 Montemar Merlot (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-1999-montemar-merlot-curico-valley/,Merlot,1999,Aresti
12.5,White,Italy,"A pale, delicate wine, marked by herbal and citrus aromas and ripe peach and pear. Flavors are light, suggesting dried herbs, nuts and spice; what fruit there is tends toward green apple. Finishes dry and crisp. A simple, everyday style.",,13,85,Piedmont,Langhe,,Le Ginestre 1998 Chardonnay (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ginestre-1998-chardonnay-langhe/,Chardonnay,1998,Le Ginestre
13,Red,US,"This wine presents lean black-cherry fruit, with chocolate and herb notes. Good red-berry fruit shines on the slightly creamy palate, and a cocoa note enters on the finish, which displays soft, subtle tannins. Best Buy.",,9,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Monterra 1997 Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1997-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1997,Monterra
13.4,Red,US,"A fruity pop-style wine that tastes like cherry cola, only it's well made, clean and balanced. The acidity seems high--it even feels a little prickly on the tongue. The mix is 67% Lemberger, 33% Cabernet Sauvignon.",,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hoodsport 1998 Lemberger-Cabernet (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hoodsport-1998-red-blend-lemberger-cabernet-columbia-valley-yakima/,Lemberger-Cabernet,1998,Hoodsport
,Red,Italy,"The nose makes this a pretty tough sell: sulfur, brett, even old shoe leather. Surprisingly, it comes around on the palate, where a complex dried-cherry flavor rides high above earthy undertones and a snap of licorice. Not really polished, but dry and smoky enough to warrant a taste.",,45,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cascina Ballarin 1995  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-1995-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Cascina Ballarin
,Red,US,"Lots of toasty, tasty new oak (both French and American) underscores dry herbs and pleasant, ripe red-berry and black-currant fruit. Drinks well right now.",Reserve,21,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Snoqualmie
12.5,White,US,"A tart, lemony wine that's crisp and clean. Marked by citrus aromas and flavors.",Reserve,11,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1998 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1998-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Raymond
,White,US,"A light, tasty white wine, whose aromas and flavors are lemon and lemon blossom, vanilla and mineral. Has a bit of residual sugar, but not too much; just enough to make it round and supple. Best Buy.",Amberhill,6,86,California,California Other,California,Raymond 1998 Amberhill Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1998-amberhill-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Raymond
13,Red,US,"A real easy-drinking Syrah fairly stuffed full of fruit. A bouquet of berry, raisin, cinnamon, and mint opens to a mouthful of ripe, jammy dark-berry fruit. Finishes round, with mild tannins, earth and licorice notes. Best Buy.",,9,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Monterra 1997 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1997,Monterra
,Red,US,"This is an everyday-style wine, with plenty of black-currant and blackberry flavors and not much oak. It's dry, with enough sweet berry fruit to satisfy, while the tannins are soft enough for immediate consumption.",Dynamite,20,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Carmenet 1998 Dynamite Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1998-dynamite-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Carmenet
,Red,US,"Young, tart loganberry fruit dominates, braced with crisp acidity and buttressed with slightly chalky tannins. Some minor off notes suggest garlic and sweaty socks. Needs time.",Pepper Bridge Vineyard,45,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Andrew Will 1998 Pepper Bridge Vineyard Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-will-1998-pepper-bridge-vineyard-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Andrew Will
13,Red,US,"Sharp, bright scents of cranberry, cherry and berry. Spicy, forward and balanced, with plenty of fruit, good acidity, and some hints of pepper. Tastes young, but clean and fresh.",Barrel Select,15,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1997 Barrel Select Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1997-barrel-select-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1997,Hogue
12,White,Italy,"The watery color belies this wine's pure fragrance of Anjou pears and citrus fruits. Fresh and clean, this simple light white is perfect for serving on the patio.",La Cros,12,86,Veneto,Valdadige,,Carlo Boscaini 1999 La Cros Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-boscaini-1999-cros-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,1999,Carlo Boscaini
13.5,Red,Italy,"This is a Barolo you could probably enjoy tonight with dinner. Its leathery aromas mixed with a mature touch of forest and roasted fruit say “I'm ready.” Medium-bodied and not too tannic, it has a full and ripe cherry flavor, an attribute for an early-drinker such as this.",,18,86,Piedmont,Barolo,,Neirano 1995  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/neirano-1995-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Neirano
13.5,White,Italy,"This unusual white displays a complex, almost decadent nose, with aromas of almond, lychee, overripe oranges and Bergamot (like Earl Grey tea). The flavors carry through on the palate, which shows honey and melon accents. Finishes with good length and a spicy note. Appealing for its atypical aspects, this will please those looking for an engaging change-of-pace white.",,20,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Livio Felluga 1998 Tocai (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-1998-italian-white-tocai-colli-orientali-friuli/,Tocai,1998,Livio Felluga
12.5,Red,Italy,"Solidly constructed, this is a wine with attractive dark-cherry, licorice and toast aromatics. Medium-weight, with good acidity, it offers spicy cherry and oak flavors that extend onto the fairly long finish. A good wine to accompany pasta or cheeses.",Vocato,10,86,Tuscany,Toscana,,Villa Dante 1997 Vocato Red (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-dante-1997-vocato-red-toscana/,Red Blend,1997,Villa Dante
12,White,Italy,"The complex aromas run from tangerine and grapefruit all the way to white peach, melons and Muscat grapes, all with a generous sprinkling of toasty oak. Flavors are intensely citrusy, suggestive of ripe, spicy tangerines and lean minerals.",,15,86,,Alto Adige,,Della Staffa 1997 Chardonnay (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/della-staffa-1997-chardonnay-alto-adige/,Chardonnay,1997,Della Staffa
,Red,Italy,"Medium garnet in color, suggesting only moderate extraction. Cherry and fine leather aromas are appealing, but not terribly concentrated or complex. It's a solid, if somewhat acidic, effort from organically grown grapes.",,38,86,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Punset 1996  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/punset-1996-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1996,Punset
,Red,US,"Opaque, with dense raisin, prune and fig aromas, this mammoth wine has a full, round mouthfeel and deep, plummy, pruny flavors. Not brutally tannic, as some Petites can be, it verges rather on overripeness.",Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard,40,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Delicato 1998 Monterey Vine Select San Bernabe Vineyard Petite Sirah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-monterey-vine-select-san-bernabe-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-monterey/,Petite Sirah,1998,Delicato
14.1,Red,US,"Cinnamon, chocolate and a hint of sour cherries on the nose expand slightly on the palate and develop some earthy notes that add interest. A solid red with a bit of oak that should please most palates.",,19,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Chameleon 1998 Sangiovese (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chameleon-1998-sangiovese-north-coast/,Sangiovese,1998,Chameleon
13.8,Red,US,"There's a lot of up-front pizzazz in the rich briary nose, with black fruit and plenty of oak scoring points. It has full acidity and verve, maybe a touch too much, and the wood is strong on the palate, both in flavor and with tannin. A short finish is its only glaring weakness. Still, a perfect pasta and pizza wine.",,17,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Chameleon 1998 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chameleon-1998-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,1998,Chameleon
13.5,Red,Italy,"A rustic red, dark in color, with cherry, spice and game notes on the nose. Not country-like in the hearty, coarse sense, but with a lean yet solid mouthfeel, and full black-cherry and licorice flavors. The finish is long and dry, with a touch of anise and spice, and well-dispersed tannins. Fairly begs for food.",,16,86,Central Italy,Sagrantino di Montefalco,,Antonelli 1995  Sagrantino di Montefalco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antonelli-1995-italian-red-sagrantino-sagrantino-montefalco/,Sagrantino,1995,Antonelli
13.5,Red,US,"An herbal, dense bruiser that requires time to show its best stuff. Now the fruit can't quite conquer the pronounced herbal element. Lots of unusual oregano, basil, even tarragon notes up-front; then this blend of 50% Cabernet and 50% Merlot finds a harmonious convergence, showing black plums and soft tannins.",Duet,22,86,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Cedar Mountain 1997 Duet Red (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cedar-mountain-1997-duet-red-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Cedar Mountain
12.8,White,US,"Always strongly grassy and citrusy, and always a favorite for its great character and low price. Drinks crisp and dry (although not as dry as in previous years), with pronounced lemon-lime and cat-pee aromas and flavors. A great cocktail wine.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-1999-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Canyon Road
13,White,US,"An only-in-California blend of barrel-fermented and oak-aged Chenin Blanc, Viognier and Roussanne that features creamy vanilla accents over the melon-like fruit flavors. Plump and pretty, with some interesting spice notes as well.",Pointe Blanc,15,86,California,California Other,California,Vinum Cellars 1998 Pointe Blanc White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vinum-cellars-1998-pointe-blanc-white-other/,White Blend,1998,Vinum Cellars
10.5,White,Italy,"From Italy's workhorse white, a lean, tart, everyday wine suitable for a wide variety of purposes due to its clean, tingly acidity. Aromas and flavors are of minerals and herbs, just veering into lemon juice, and it's utterly dry. If ever a wine cried out for food, it's this one. Kosher, too.",,10,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Bartenura 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartenura-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Bartenura
12.5,White,Italy,"A pale, austere wine that comes down on the citrus and hay side, although light oak contributes smoky vanillins. The flavors tend toward soft cheese, with pear and spice notes. The finish is long and a little bitter, with almond skin and tangy lemon.",Esperto,16,86,,Friuli,,Livio Felluga 1997 Esperto Chardonnay (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-1997-esperto-chardonnay-friuli/,Chardonnay,1997,Livio Felluga
12.5,Red,US,"Fragrant and smoky, with lots of vanilla dominating the nose. The fruit is still young, hard and tight, and the finish is tough and tannic. Needs time.",,28,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Yamhill Valley 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-1998-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Yamhill Valley
,Red,US,"If you like classic Dry Creek Cabs, you'll love this ripe, pleasing wine. It has aromas of blackberries, cinnamon, cocoa and herbs. It's the up-front fruit flavors that really make you sit up and take notice--they're ripe and zingy. Not a complex ager, so drink soon.",Benchland,27,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 1997 Benchland Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1997-benchland-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Michel-Schlumberger
,White,Chile,"Aromas of lime, vanilla and lavender open this rather creamy offering. The flavors are mild, with melon, soft citrus, and a smoky quality. Medium-weight, with a supple, full mouthfeel and a dry, slightly spicy and nutty finish.",Reserva,11,87,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 1999 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-1999-reserva-sauvignon-blanc-rio-claro/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Aresti
,Red,US,"FEATURING A DEEP GARNET COLOR, THIS IS A TART, JUICY WINE WITH A PLEASING PLUMMINESS.",,16,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,WillaKenzie Estate 1998 Gamay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1998-gamay-other/,Gamay,1998,WillaKenzie Estate
,Red,Chile,"Round on the palate, with a nose of violets and black cherry, this wine offers full blackberry flavors and a good body. Ends bigger than expected, closing with medium to full tannins. An easy to understand and very likable wine. Best Buy.",Montemar,8,87,Curicó Valley,,,Aresti 1999 Montemar Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-1999-montemar-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Aresti
,Red,US,"Good ripe fruit, laced with some herbaceousness. A little brett, but soft and drinkable. Really very nice, with coffee and spice setting up a long, satisfying finish.",Genesis,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1996 Genesis Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1996-genesis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1996,Hogue
,White,US,"Opens with very nice, clean, spicy Chard aromas of apples and peaches, and drinks long and rich. The fruit runs from apples through quince and mango, and there's some toasty oak, but not too much. Best Buy.",,10,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Duck Pond 1998 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Duck Pond
,Red,New Zealand,"The ripe fruit here is balanced by good acidity, which keeps the flavors and mouthfeel lively. Plum, black cherry, tobacco and licorice predominate, and a nice cocoa note appears on the finish. Medium-weight and elegant.",Whitecliff,16,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1999 Whitecliff Merlot (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1999-whitecliff-merlot-hawkes-bay/,Merlot,1999,Sacred Hill
12.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of deep cherry, oak, olives, roast (not brewed) coffee and anise open this solid offering. Flavors of apple, leather and spice follow, with a nice medium-weight mouthfeel. It closes with a finish of moderate length, showing tart fruit flavors and a hint of olives.",Riserva,19,87,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Campomaggio 1995 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campomaggio-1995-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Campomaggio
,Red,Chile,"Well-defined aromas of plum and black cherry with a nice cool menthol note mark this wine. Shows very good Merlot typicity, with plum and cocoa flavors buttressed by spicy oak. Displays a very attractive plump and chewy -- almost plush--mouthfeel and a smooth finish of good length. Best Buy.",Reserva,11,87,Rio Claro,,,Aresti 1999 Reserva Merlot (Rio Claro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aresti-1999-reserva-merlot-rio-claro/,Merlot,1999,Aresti
13,Red,US,"It's a big, thick wine with hefty tannins and acidity; very dry and rather austere. It's not likely to improve in the bottle like a big Cabernet, but with the right foods--braised ribs--it could be just the right thing.",,20,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1997 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1997,Hyatt
13.5,Red,US,"A pretty rose-colored wine with an equally pretty cherry-scented nose. Not a deep or jammy style, but graceful and balanced, with charm and finesse. Finishes with some tannin and a little toast.",,18,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1997 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1997-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Rex Hill
,Red,New Zealand,"Displays a complex nose of earthy fruit, tobacco and saddle leather. Tart berry flavors with a Bordeaux profile follow. Fairly cedary, not weighty, but flavorful and poised, with a dry finish that shows good length and mildly astringent tannins.",Basket Press,20,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1997 Basket Press Cabernet Sauvignon (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1997-basket-press-cabernet-sauvignon-hawkes-bay/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Sacred Hill
13.7,Red,US,"Lusher rather than leaner; expansive rather than linear; sweeter more than dark; it's California Barbera all the way, slightly aged and ready to drink. A recommended wine for pasta, pizza, burgers or steak. Plenty of blackberry flavor with a mild taste of wood. Best Buy.",,12,87,California,Lake County,Lake County,Louis M. Martini 1995 Barbera (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1995-barbera-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Barbera,1995,Louis M. Martini
14,Red,Italy,"Fairly condensed, with the smell of warm black fruit just spilling out of the glass. Yet the body isn't as heavy as typical Amarone; in fact, it's kind of light, making for an easy wine to drink with dinner. There's some spicy flavor, along with licorice. Ends a little lean and short, which is the biggest detractor from an otherwise very good wine.",,31,87,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Sartori 1995  Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-1995-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Corvina,1995,Sartori
,Red,US,"Winemaker Tim Mondavi has been trying as hard as anyone to add complexity to this workhorse grape. Aromas are of berries, chocolate, herbs and earth. Dry and fairly rich, though not a blockbuster.",,20,87,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1997 Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1997-barbera-other/,Barbera,1997,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Lovely plummy garnet color, with a beautiful clean nose. Sassafras, berries and a slight hint of oak, with big, silky tannins. Needs time.",,22,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,WillaKenzie Estate 1998 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1998-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,WillaKenzie Estate
13,White,US,"Opening with pear, earth and toast on the nose, this medium-weight Chardonnay displays attractive tropical fruit, apple and spice flavors, and a decent mouthfeel. Enjoyable for its natural profile and decent finish, where a touch of pineapple sweetness creeps in. Best Buy.",,9,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Monterra 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1998,Monterra
,Red,Italy,"A single-vineyard Valpolicella, this features soft leather wrapped around a core of dark, earthy fruit flavors. Characterful and satisfying, but a bit rustic. Some orange-peel and raisin aromas hint at its age; drink over the near term with hearty dishes.",Vigneto Scaiso,18,87,Veneto,Valpolicella Classico Superiore,,Ca' del Monte 1993 Vigneto Scaiso  (Valpolicella Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-monte-1993-vigneto-scaiso-italian-red-corvina-valpolicella-classico-superiore/,Corvina,1993,Ca' del Monte
15,Red,Italy,"Chocolate and prunes abound in this dark, rich version of Amarone. Straightforward and easy to drink, despite a trace of heat from the 15% alcohol. A solid introduction to the genre.",Amarone Marano,35,87,Veneto,Valpolicella,,Carlo Boscaini 1996 Amarone Marano  (Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carlo-boscaini-1996-amarone-marano-italian-red-corvina-valpolicella/,Corvina,1996,Carlo Boscaini
13.8,Red,US,"Delicious, with a pure ripe-cherry core, but equally dominating is the insurmountable wall of California tannins. As good as the rambunctious candied fruit is, watch out for the pumped-up size and cheek-starching grip. A biggie in every way.",22nd Anniversary,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rutherford Hill 1996 22nd Anniversary Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-hill-1996-22nd-anniversary-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Rutherford Hill
13.9,Red,US,"Rich and fulfilling aromas of cassis, earth and black plums. A purely enjoyable wine with a very typical Northern California flavor profile of ripe and ready black fruit and biting, lively oak. The tannins are big but not hard - this one has a likable texture and will age nicely for the next several years.",Mohrhardt Ridge Vineyard,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 1997 Mohrhardt Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1997-mohrhardt-ridge-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Wellington
12.5,White,US,"Scents of root and earth and sassafras; flavors are a bit tight and green, even slightly stemmy, but it's textured and layered, with generous Pinot character. More Burgundian than Californian, but a serious wine with depth and complexity. Seemingly built for aging.",St. Herman's Vineyard,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Golden Valley 1997 St. Herman's Vineyard Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golden-valley-1997-st-hermans-vineyard-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Golden Valley
,Sparkling,US,"Combines berry aromas and flavors with an intensely earthy, herbal character. Silky-soft tannins and crisp acidity. Lightweight, but has so much character and personality that it can stand up to the finest foods. Notable for its balance and elegance.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1997  Napa Valley,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1997,Folie à Deux
,Red,US,"Rarely seen as a varietal wine, this Pinot Meunier is reminiscent of a sturdy, earthy Pinot Noir. The same pie-cherry and chocolate flavors are there, nicely scented with new oak, but the acids are a bit higher, and the finish tightens up. A great wine for salmon.",,20,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,WillaKenzie Estate 1998 Pinot Meunier (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1998-other-red-pinot-meunier-other/,Pinot Meunier,1998,WillaKenzie Estate
13.5,Red,US,"A Super Tuscan-style wine with 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese. Light-bodied and elegant, with currant and cola flavors, soft tannins, and a sweet, oaky sappiness. Pretty and interesting.",Duo,22,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Estancia 1997 Duo Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-1997-duo-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Estancia
,White,New Zealand,"Full and figgy, even creamy, without losing its fruit tang. Smoke, butter, lemon and grapefruit are nicely married in this spicy, but very comfortable, well-balanced package. Finishes with good length.",Barrel Fermented,20,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1997 Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1997-barrel-fermented-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Sacred Hill
,Red,US,"This is good, thick and spicy, with quite a lot of Lemberger (23%) adding interest to the blend. The powerful fruit is nicely balanced by a toasty mocha finish.",Genesis,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1997 Genesis Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1997-genesis-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1997,Hogue
13.5,Red,US,"Sure, there's a lot of oak on the nose, but it's not unattractive, featuring menthol, cedar and vanilla. The sexy, creamy mouthfeel carries modest black-cherry flavors through to the finish, where the flavors revert back to oak all the way. Well made, just heavy-handed with the lumber.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,St. Francis
13,Red,France,"Like opening a spice rack filled with cinnamon, star anise, clove and allspice. A bit drying and lacks vibrant fruit, so drink now before it fades. Great aromatics.",,22,86,Rhône Valley,Gigondas,,Perrin & Fils 1996  Gigondas,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-1996-red-gigondas/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Perrin & Fils
13.5,Red,US,"Has light, delicate aromas of black currants, blackberries and toast. On the palate, some sweet, fruity richness is accompanied by spice and oak. Proper, adequate and perfectly acceptable.",,15,84,California,California Other,California,Estancia 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Estancia
13,Red,US,"Grapey and stemmy upfront, with plum, blueberry and anise flavors. Good texture and tannins, with a mild, friendly finish and a candy-sweet undertone.",Vintner's Select,10,82,California,California Other,California,Haywood 1998 Vintner's Select Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1998-vintners-select-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Haywood
13.3,Red,US,"What is Harrison Hill, and why does it cost so much? One of the oldest (planted in '62) vineyards in Washington, it includes Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot vines, all of which are used in this blend. Along with the cassis, black cherry and sweet chocolate/bitter coffee flavors one might expect from a high-end Washington red, there is an indefinable taste of terroir-flower, stone, earth, stable - that elevates the wine to the next level.",Harrison Hill,40,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1997 Harrison Hill Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1997-harrison-hill-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,DeLille
13.8,White,US,"Engaging nose of spices, toasted almonds, apples and honey. Slightly exotic, with pear, melon and butterscotch flavors, and a chalky-mineral note. The ripe, almost candied fruit works against the relatively high acidity. Lengthy finish. Displays character and finesse.",Camelot Vineyard,17,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Camelot Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-camelot-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,US,Very approachable and attractive. Pears and pineapples are joined by apples and citrus fruits. Throw in a dash of butter and spice and Merryvale has crafted a real winner.,Starmont,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1998 Starmont Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-starmont-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Merryvale
13,White,US,"An engaging, bright, toasty style of Washington Chardonnay that wraps clean, appley fruit into a well-balanced blend of crisp acids and yeasty, toasty oak. The wine lingers beautifully through a long, clean, refreshing finish. Best Buy.",,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1998 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1998,Hyatt
13,White,US,"Buttery, toasted pears and pineapples mingle enticingly on the nose before picking up some tangy green-apple and citrus complexities on the palate. Clean and bright, with a long finish; there's plenty to like here.",Winemaker's Select,18,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Laetitia 1998 Winemaker's Select Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1998-winemakers-select-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Laetitia
14.5,White,US,"Earthy and oaky, with a certain heft. You get the standard apples and pears, and at every point a measurable dose of toasty wood—generally the Souverain style. Full-bodied and consumer-friendly.",Reserve,25,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Château Souverain 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1997-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Château Souverain
13,White,US,"Loaded with tropical fruit—mangoes, pineapples, even bananas. Sure, there's the seemingly requisite buttery and toasty flavors, but in this wine they play second fiddle to the sweet, perfumed fruit.",,19,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Thomas Fogarty 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Thomas Fogarty
13.9,White,US,"Poised aromas of pear, earth, vanilla and citrus on the nose. Handsome tangerine fruit shines and the wine has a round but not fat feel in the mouth. A tangy citrus finish closes this well-made offering. Commendable for its honest fruit.",Sleepy Hollow Vyd,17,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Logan 1998 Sleepy Hollow Vyd Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/logan-1998-sleepy-hollow-vyd-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Logan
14.2,White,US,"Opening with a nose of butterscotch, apple and pear aromas, this wine offers a mouth full of clean and zesty pineapple fruit on a medium-weight frame. Attractive use of oak marks the buttery finish.",Reserve,28,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Martin & Weyrich 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1998-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Martin & Weyrich
13.5,White,US,"Crisp and multifaceted with grapefruit, lime and pear aromas. Slight sulfur noted, but not off-putting. Very lively and brisk, with tart pineapple flavors and herb accents. Zingy and lean. Seems like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc, not typical Chardonnay, but it's very attractive nonetheless.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Newlan
13.5,White,US,"Opening with a nose of butterscotch, apple and pear aromas, this wine offers a mouth full of clean and zesty pineapple fruit on a medium-weight frame. Attractive use of oak marks the buttery finish.",Harvest Reserve,16,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1998 Harvest Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-harvest-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Mirassou
13,Red,France,Clean dark-cherry aromas with menthol-oak and leather accents. Here it comes together with some good fruit and a nice mouthfeel. Taut and fairly long finish with a hint of chocolate.,Château de Chassagne-Montrache,23,88,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Michel Picard 1996 Château de Chassagne-Montrache  (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1996-chateau-chassagne-montrache-pinot-noir-saint-aubin/,Pinot Noir,1996,Michel Picard
13.1,White,US,"Interesting aromas of earth, pear and cinnamon toast are accompanied by a slight sour note that yields with a little time. A nice palate of pear follows. Medium weight, with a melony, almost slick mouthfeel. Oak rises on the finish with a reprise of the early earthy note.",,19,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Rosenblum 1998 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rosenblum
13,White,US,"A good medium-weight Chardonnay offering mild vanilla, toast and caramel aromas. In the mouth the flavors are light green apple, orange and lemon. The mouthfeel is full and balanced. A slight bitter note creeps in on the end.",Chalk Hill,16,87,California,Sonoma,Chalk Hill,Rodney Strong 1998 Chalk Hill Chardonnay (Chalk Hill),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1998-chalk-hill-chardonnay-sonoma-chalk-hill/,Chardonnay,1998,Rodney Strong
13,White,US,"Rich, ripe apple/pear fruit mingles with a lashing of oak, lending vanilla, butterscotch, and spice to the finish. A big, rich style with the acid backbone of Washington fruit.",Barrel Select,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-barrel-select-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Hogue
13.5,White,US,"The complex toasty-smoky nose also holds hints of apples and white peaches. Medium-bodied and verging on oily in texture, with a long, buttery finish.",Single Vineyard Reserve,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 1998 Single Vineyard Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-1998-single-vineyard-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Estancia
13.7,White,US,"An interesting nose of lemony fruit and earth, then round appley flavors accented by spice and a distant note of something citrusy. Has length and buttered toast on the finish. Workmanlike and solid.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Ferrari-Carano
14,White,US,"Fine fresh fruit marks the nose of this attractive medium-weight contender. The flavors are round and appley, but with a slight crispness that adds some edge. Finishes clean, with a likable tartness.",Sangiacomo Ranch,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 1998 Sangiacomo Ranch Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-1998-sangiacomo-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Gundlach Bundschu
14.4,White,US,"One whiff and you know this has been exposed to heavily charred oak. It has apples and citrus, but also a lot of heft, which causes some clumsiness. Maybe a little awkward; its appeal will not be obvious to all.",Barrel Select,25,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Mayo 1998 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mayo-1998-barrel-select-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Mayo
14.1,White,US,"A mainstream Napa cruiser with butter, apple and faint pineapple aromas. Medium fruit and citrus flavors mark the fairly lively, tangy palate. Finish of modest length but with a nice spiciness.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Miner 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Miner
13.4,White,US,"More than half the fruit is from San Diego, where Orfila is based. Full, earthy aromas and palate qualities set the stage for a long, woody finish. It's on the heavy-chunky side of the fence, and thus scores few points for elegance.",Ambassador's Reserve Limited B,15,87,California,South Coast,San Diego County,Orfila 1997 Ambassador's Reserve Limited B Chardonnay (San Diego County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1997-ambassadors-reserve-limited-b-chardonnay-south-coast-san-diego-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Orfila
13.5,White,US,"Not another cookie-cutter Chardonnay, this wine emphasizes citrus and mineral notes. Some herb or floral aromas add complexity. On the lean side; it's piquant, clean and crisp.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Qupé
13.5,White,US,"Apple and spice are the dominant aromatics, and then some butter steps in to play a supporting role to the apple-fruit palate. A solid, enjoyable mainstream white with all the driving fruit and oak you need to say, “hey, this is pretty good.”",Reserve,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Beaucanon
13.5,White,US,"Apricot, pear and menthol aromas open this full-bodied, almost fat wine. It displays ripe pear and apple flavors and a buttery mouthfeel—perhaps a bit more acidity would increase flavor definition here. Ends with a smooth finish of medium length.",Reserve,23,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-1998-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1998,Justin
13.5,White,US,"Smoky, herbal aromas on the nose have an off-putting edge. The palate, however, displays very good weight, balance and citrusy flavors with earth and mineral notes. A big, mouth-filling wine with positive flavors offset by some difficult aromas.",Santa Rita Cuvée,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 1998 Santa Rita Cuvée Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1998-santa-rita-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Longoria
13,White,US,"Apple and earth aromas with musky notes announce this solid, slightly fat Chardonnay. Possessed of good balance and moderate acidity, it closes long with a slightly sharp tartness.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Morgan 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Morgan
13.5,White,US,"Big tropical fruit and some caramel apple set the stage for a sharper palate of tart apples, lemony herbs and vanilla. It covers a lot of ground flavor-wise, touching lime and toast at points in between. Ultimately it settles down nicely.",Wetzel Family Reserve,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alexander Valley Vineyards 1997 Wetzel Family Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-1997-wetzel-family-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Alexander Valley Vineyards
13.5,White,US,"Tight and herbal upfront, the nose is hard to read. The palate is leaner and crisper than most, with a medium mouthfeel. The finish is long and a bit tart, but it remains polished and delivers ample weight and smoke.",Barrel Fermented,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.4,White,US,"Engaging and complex toasty, leesy, hazelnut aromas predominate on the nose. The palate is earthy in a positive sense, with nutty and lemon-pineapple flavors. The finish is medium-long and very dry. Well-structured, in a heavily oaked style. More intellectual than hedonistic.",,30,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grgich Hills 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Grgich Hills
12.5,White,US,"Off-dry, with great flavors of ripe apples. Almost sugary but buttressed with firm acids. It's just like biting into a perfect apple. Best Buy.",,7,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,1999,Hogue
13,Red,US,"There's sweet cherry fruit in the nose, which follows through on the palate, along with some soft chocolaty tannins. A dark streak characteristic of Columbia Valley fruit runs through the finish, but overall it's an approachable, fairly soft and open Merlot.",Barrel Select,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1997 Barrel Select Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1997-barrel-select-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Hogue
13.8,White,US,"A friendly wine defined mostly by its pear aromas and flavors. This is the epitome of easy-drinking, with simple but fresh pear and apple qualities at every turn. The finish turns noticeably spicy, even sporting a hint of white pepper. Overall, it's light and just right.",,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Goosecross 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/goosecross-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Goosecross
14.6,White,US,"Stylish, with crème brûlée, tropical fruit, and pear aromas. Buttery apple and peach flavors on the soft, smooth mid-palate. The oak really comes on for the finish. Perhaps a touch heavy (14.5% alcohol), but very attractive.",,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ehlers Grove 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-grove-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Ehlers Grove
13,Red,US,"A gem, offering concentrated cassis/black-cherry fruit that's nicely framed with precise acids and a hint of toasty oak.",Estate Series,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1996 Estate Series Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1996-estate-series-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Columbia Crest
13,White,US,"Apple, nuts, and toasty oak—it's another one of those prototypical Cal Chards. There's a textured sweetness to the palate. The tail end is big, long and accented by butter and vanilla liqueur.",Dorothy's Vineyard,22,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 1997 Dorothy's Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-1997-dorothys-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Alderbrook
13.2,White,US,"Strong aromas of lightly toasted bread and a slight menthol edge complement clean pineapple and green-apple fruit. It's woody but well balanced, with an earthy edge to the flavors.",,16,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,B.R. Cohn 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,B.R. Cohn
13.5,White,US,"Displays a hard-to-like nose with sulfur that does not yield much. Much improved on the palate with apple and earth flavors and a complex leesy note. Medium weight with a nice, pleasing finish showing apple, oak and spice.",,25,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Barnett 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Barnett
13.5,White,US,"Attractively built, with apple and melon aromas and spice accents that open into a mouthful of positive apple-pear and spice flavors. The mouthfeel is soft, the finish is fairly long and attractive. Hangs together very nicely.",San Vicente Vineyard,24,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1998 San Vicente Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-san-vicente-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Mirassou
,White,US,"A nice, affordable taste from the famous filmmaker. Peach and apple aromas, with a round, buttery mouthfeel, some melon and pronounced citrus, and a pleasant, mildly chalky cheek-grabbing finish. The full package at a good price.",Francis Coppola Diamond Series Gold Label,15,88,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 1998 Francis Coppola Diamond Series Gold Label Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-1998-diamond-series-gold-label-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Francis Ford Coppola
13.5,White,US,"Oaky and slightly waxy in the nose, and distinctly citrusy in the mouth. A balanced, thoroughly pleasing wine, with a noticeable oak-driven bite on the medium-long finish. A pretty good effort from this winery known for affordable sparkling wine.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Korbel 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Korbel
13,White,US,"Leads with toasty wood aromas that merge seamlessly into a mélange of fruit: guavas, apples, pears. Woody, earthy, and complex; citrus notes extend through the buttery, spicy finish.",Riverstone,15,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,J. Lohr 1998 Riverstone Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-1998-riverstone-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,J. Lohr
14.3,White,US,"Apple, pear, herb and butterscotch aromas grace the nose of this handsome Chardonnay. The palate is well balanced and of medium weight, with melon, spice and apple flavors. Positive, long finish with lots of tangy oak—maybe a touch too much—on the back end, but an elegant and flavorful wine nonetheless.",,19,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Cuvaison
13,Red,US,"Winemaker Doug Gore should be on everybody's list of best winemakers in America, but the size and low price points of his ambitious lineup seems to preclude that. This is a tight, hard, tannic Cabernet, with chewy, almost tough red fruit, but plenty of stuffing to go the distance. It opens up beautifully in the glass. Best Buy.",,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Columbia Crest
13.5,White,US,"Apple-pear and distinctly lemony aromas on the nose. Moderate to high acidity provides a zingy mouthfeel and there are ample pear-pineapple flavors. The lemony note resounds with a slight tartness on the finish. Very good, especially if you enjoy the racier end of the citrus aroma/flavor spectrum.",Single Vineyard,21,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos du Val 1998 Single Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1998-single-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Clos du Val
14.3,White,US,"Handsome apple and pineapple fruit, with butter/caramel accents on the nose. The supple ripeness of the fruit shines on the palate, which has a round feel but enough of a tangy edge to avoid flabbiness. Toasty, butterscotchy finish. A very likable wine.",Estate Bottled,24,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Iron Horse
13.3,White,US,"Attractuive aromas of pear, apple and caramel. Ripe and juicy, with citrus and apple flavors, this is a very likable, balanced wine. Soft on the palate, perhaps a little low in acidity and a touch sweet, but quite enjoyable.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1998 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1998,EOS
14.1,White,US,"Attractive in a crisp Pinot Grigio style, with peach and melon aromas and flavors. The palate offers pear and peach flavors, with a floral/spice note. Peachy clean and very pretty.",Du Pratt Vineyard,24,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Greenwood Ridge 1998 Du Pratt Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1998-pratt-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Greenwood Ridge
13.6,White,US,"A fairly big-boned wine with a nose full of pineapple, vanilla and caramel. Apple-pear flavors and a well-balanced mouthfeel with toasty accents. Attractive butterscotch, coconut, and strong oaky notes on the lengthy finish.",Reserve,30,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Artesa 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/artesa-1997-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Artesa
14.8,White,US,"Dense, superripe pineapple aromas. Apple, pear and spice flavors. Rather sweet, with a fruit-cup-like quality. Soft, almost blowsy mouthfeel. A large-scaled, fruit-intense wine for lovers of the style.",Sangiacomo Vineyards,24,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cale 1998 Sangiacomo Vineyards Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cale-1998-sangiacomo-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Cale
14.2,White,US,"There's a heavy overlay of toasty oak that also takes on a slightly menthol character, but underneath is some good fruit—largely melon and peach, with some vanilla-cream nuances. Some pleasant chalk and earth notes linger on the finish.",,22,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Castle
13,White,US,"A pretty, intense nose features floral notes in addition to the expected toast, pears and green apples. Quite citrusy, with lemon overtones that persist through the long juicy finish.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Zaca Mesa
13.5,White,US,"Complex, engaging nose with tropical fruit, coconut, and an earthy, leesy component. Creamy vanilla and tropical fruit with mineral highlights keep the palate interesting, too. Creamy feel, long finish. Rich and expressive.",Preston Ranch Private Reserve,15,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor 1997 Preston Ranch Private Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1997-preston-ranch-private-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Windsor
13.5,White,US,"Shows a complex nose of tropical fruit and smoke and popcorn. Lemon, herb and chalk combine on the palate for a pretty, sophisticated mix. Sports an attractive, graceful mouthfeel and good balance. Finishes dry and a touch spicy. Classy.",,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Gloria Ferrer
14.1,White,US,"Solid apple, pear and citrus fruit and handsome oak are well integrated on the nose and mouth of this wine. It has medium weight, and shows nice texture on the palate and the finish, which has an interesting blend of soft and tangy elements. Tasty and attractive.",Coach Insignia,25,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fisher 1998 Coach Insignia Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-1998-coach-insignia-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Fisher
13,Red,US,"Fat, oaky nose sings of cherries and smoke, sweet fruit, and soft wood. This is young, forward, seductive and fruity, with the oak providing the depth and interest that the fruit alone lacks. Very well made; drink right now. Best Buy.",,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Hogue
14.1,White,US,"Pear aromas and smoky notes mark the nose. The flavors are deep, with apple, earth, and nuts predominating. Finishes medium-long, with just a tang of oak on the end. Well balanced and elegant.",Corley Reserve,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1997 Corley Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1997-corley-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Monticello Vineyards
14.8,White,US,"Butterscotch and Granny Smith apple scents are open and inviting; there's also a nutty character that adds complexity. Ripe, round pear flavors emerge on the palate. Nice, but may be a bit too butterscotch-laden for some.",Robert Young Vyd Reserve,24,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1996 Robert Young Vyd Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1996-robert-young-vyd-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Chateau St. Jean
12.5,White,US,"Plenty of fruit right out of the starting gate, leaning to lime, lemon and orange blossom, with a solid core of tart, young pears. Lovely texture, with assertive, bracing acids. Perfect for a wide variety of seafood and summer salads. Best Buy.",,6,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Columbia Crest
13.8,White,US,"Barrel fermented in new French oak, this limited-production release is a clear green-gold color, and sends up scents of ripe apples, hazelnuts, olive oil and roasted nuts. The rich, roasted flavors show lots of barrel toast, decent acids, and an early hint of oxidation. Good for near-term drinking.",Reserve,18,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1997-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1997,Columbia Crest
13,Red,US,"Another excellent vintage for this textbook, good-value Columbia Valley Merlot. Silky, softly spiced and seductive, from its lush, toasty nose to its cherry/berry fruit to its chocolaty finish. Still a little hard, so leave some time for it to breathe. Best Buy.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Columbia Crest
13.9,Red,US,"This is DeLille's second-tier blend (of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc) and honors the name of the route du vin that winds through Bordeaux. Like the deuxieme wines of the classified-growth chateaus, it is blended from barrel selections not quite right for the star wine (in this case Chaleur Estate) but nonetheless mighty fine. Toasty and dark, with cedar, leather and spice dominating, it's all about bright, polished fruit with layers of complexity.",D2,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1997 D2 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1997-d2-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,DeLille
13.5,White,US,"Shows this producer is not just a Zinmaster. Bright pineapple and apple fruit is balanced by some appealing toast notes on the finish. A big wine—rich, creamy and viscous.",Lone Oak Vyd Reserve,24,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 1998 Lone Oak Vyd Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1998-lone-oak-vyd-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rosenblum
13,White,US,"This one's got an engrossing nose full of citrus, spice and everything nice. Fairly soft and elegant, with vanilla, butterscotch and tropical fruit character. Medium long, clean and spicy as it closes out.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,San Saba 1998 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-1998-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,San Saba
13.8,White,US,"Nice nose of pear and pineapple, with buttery accents. A friendly wine, using 100% native yeasts. It displays pear and citrus flavors, a slightly lean, well-defined mouthfeel, and a good finish with earthy touches.",Estate,19,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Justin 1998 Estate Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/justin-1998-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1998,Justin
13.5,White,US,"A buttery, toasty, mildly nutty wine that receives 100% malolactic fermentation. Flavors center on peaches spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg.",Estate,18,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1998 Estate Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1998-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Laetitia
14.2,White,US,Deep gold color. The nose is nutty-toasty with an almost liqueur-like intensity. The full palate offers apple fruit with anise and vanilla accents. Rich and oaky in a positive way; a solid example of this style.,,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marcelina 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcelina-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Marcelina
13.6,White,US,"Anjou pear, tangerine and some anise are detectable on the otherwise neutral nose. There's also some pear and orange flavors that are supported by proper oaking. This wine is steady down the middle, though it does lack a certain oomph and punch.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Taft Street 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Taft Street
13.5,White,US,"Muted fruit and toasty oak on the nose. This is a medium-weight wine with a crisp, stony mouthfeel and predominantly pear and citrus flavors. Balanced finish of moderate length, with mineral notes.",Carneros District,23,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 1997 Carneros District Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-carneros-district-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Robert Mondavi
13.8,White,US,"Ripe and full, with pear aromas and flavors, toasty oak nuances, and attractive floral and spice elements. Well balanced, with a smooth but not flabby feel and a handsome finish of good length and spice.",Dijon Clones,25,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Pine Ridge 1998 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1998-dijon-clones-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Pine Ridge
13,White,US,"There's a heavy hand with the oak here, but there's the fruit to stand up to it. The result is a smoky, toasty, buttery wine that still retains luscious pear and apple flavors.",,17,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Lake Sonoma 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lake-sonoma-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Lake Sonoma
13.6,White,US,"There's a mixed-fruit salad in here: oranges, pineapple, lime and peach. Sure, there's some oak-imparted vanilla, but overall it's a solid, fruity wine with a lovely sense of balance.",Reserve,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,William Hill Estate
13.7,White,US,"Some lemon and vanilla aromas offered, but the nose is tight now. Earthy, in a good sense, and displays pineapple and mineral flavors. Shows very good acidity; this fairly complex, high-strung wine has aging potential.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,28,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 1998 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1998-sanford-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Longoria
14.1,White,US,"Shows nice complexity on the nose, with pear, honey, oak and mineral notes. Pear-pineapple flavors, good mouthfeel, and a long finish make this classy offering very appealing.",Dutton Ranch,25,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ehlers Grove 1998 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ehlers-grove-1998-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Ehlers Grove
13.5,Red,US,"Sweet cassis and black cherry lead the parade of scents. This is a well-made, balanced, muscular wine that nicely highlights Yakima Valley fruit without overpowering it. Give it a couple of years to soften up and it will be lovely.",Reserve,25,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Hyatt
13.7,White,US,"The rich, buttery aromas lead to a fairly full range of fruit flavors: pear, melon, apple and lemon. It's a little more over the top than it should be, but still manages to offer plenty of buttery warmth brought forward by moderate oak.",Vineyard Selection,15,88,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1998 Vineyard Selection Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1998-vineyard-selection-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Hawk Crest
14.1,White,US,"This Santa Cruz winery has made a steady-down-the-middle Chard with ample amounts of earthy, nutty, appley aromas, lots of apple fruit with sweetness, and a grabbing, textured, wake-you-up finish of minerals and earth.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos La Chance 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Clos La Chance
13.7,White,US,"A lean and crisp wine with pear, peach and herb aromas. Fairly high acidity buttresses the juicy apple/pineapple fruit, and the finish is crisp and slatey with a mineral note. Tangy finish. High-strung, in a truly Burgundian sense.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Crichton Hall
13.7,White,US,"Peach, orange and spice aromas open this pretty, well-balanced wine. The palate offers melon, peach and some interesting earth/mineral accents. Good mouthfeel, slightly creamy but not mushy, and a nice, clean finish to wrap things up.",,16,88,California,Napa,Atlas Peak,Atlas Peak 1998 Chardonnay (Atlas Peak),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1998-chardonnay-napa-atlas-peak/,Chardonnay,1998,Atlas Peak
14.4,White,US,"The clean fruit really shines here, with apple, orange and tropical fruit aromas, and similar solid, deep flavors. The mouthfeel is full but not overblown, and stays lively through the long citrus-tinged finish. Graceful, with an admirable purity.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Santa Barbara Winery 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Santa Barbara Winery
14.4,White,US,"Opens with apple and earth aromas, with a slightly skunky note. Citrus fruit with coconut and toast accents mark the palate. Medium-weight mouthfeel. Finishes bright and lemony, with a slight sharpness.",,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Ridge 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Ridge
13.5,White,US,"Clean Anjou-pear and green-apple aromas are backed by brisk acidity, lemony fruit, and a long, juicy finish. There's a hint of butter, but overall it's a bright, crisp thirst-quencher.",Barrel Fermented,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Murphy-Goode
14.5,White,US,"Inviting aromas of apple fruit and lusty, appealing buttery, toasty oak. Handsome blend of apple, peach, pear and vanilla flavors on the well-rounded palate. Finish displays an engaging perfume with spicy accents.",,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Chappellet
13.5,White,US,"A late release from a great vintage, this wine is still tightly wound. Opens with aromas of spiced apple, complex with smoky, vanilla-accented oak. In the mouth, it's rich and spicy, with a core of steel. The tannins are firm; the acidity high. It's very well structured. Not a blockbuster when compared with other California wines, but you just might find yourself reaching for it over some $60 fruit bomb. Best Buy.",,15,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Buena Vista
13.7,White,US,"Well-oaked and buttery, but retains a lively citrus freshness. Green apples and pears fill the center while the framework is all buttered popcorn and crème brûlée.",Grand Reserve,25,89,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-grand-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,US,"Very nicely composed with toasty oak over apple/pear fruit and crème brûlée aromas. It has a full but not heavy mouthfeel, with rich apple and butterscotch flavors. The finish is tangy and toasty, with good length.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lambert Bridge 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Lambert Bridge
14.2,White,US,"Spiced, buttery pineapple at first, then apple and pear flavors build on the palate. Feels warm and creamy in the mouth, rounded out by some spicy oak on the finish.",,20,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Whitehall Lane 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Whitehall Lane
13,White,US,"Peaches and apricots dominate, with just enough citrusy tartness for balance. Clean and very fresh, with a nice, concentrated burst of fruit in the finish.",,8,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-1998-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Waterbrook
13.5,White,US,"A tasty offering that features sweet pineapple, green-apple, and citrus fruit prettied up by a delicate veneer of light toast and vanilla cream. Shows good balance and elegance.",,17,89,California,North Coast,North Coast,Sterling 1998 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Sterling
14,White,US,"Lots of toasty oak and figgy fruit make for a pleasant bouquet that encourages you to dig in. It's toasty and appley enough, but it shows some restraint as well. A very nice, on-the-money Chard that impresses more with its correctness than pomp or power.",Estate,29,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 1998 Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-1998-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rochioli
13.5,White,US,"Appealing aromas of ripe apples, honey, spice and toast. Round and rich feel on the palate, with delicious apple flavors accented by earth and mineral notes. Complex, toasty finish. Solid and delicious.",Bien Nacido Reserve,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1998 Bien Nacido Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1998-bien-nacido-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Qupé
14,White,US,"Aromas of oak, melon, fern and vanilla mark the nose. Peach, apple and melon fruit, with a nice toasty note on the palate. Displays a round mouthfeel and a spicy finish. Balanced and pleasureable.",Grand Reserve Bien Nacido Vyd.,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1997 Grand Reserve Bien Nacido Vyd. Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1997-grand-reserve-bien-nacido-vyd-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Villa Mt. Eden
,White,US,"A bright, mineral-scented wine with some nice, bready flavors behind the peachy fruit. McCrea is a pioneer with Rhône varietals in Washington and was the first (and still the best) with Viognier.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1998 Viognier (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1998-viognier-columbia-valley-yakima/,Viognier,1998,McCrea
13.2,White,US,"Lively aromas here of pineapple and citrus, with toast and spice accents. Good medium-fruit (apple-pear) flavors; good balance, moderate mouthfeel—neither too fat nor too lean. Apple, spice and lemon on the refreshing finish. Very appealing.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,28,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gary Farrell 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Gary Farrell
13.5,White,US,"An oaky style, with crème brûlée and pain grillé dominating the aromas. Yet there's solid tropical fruit underneath that finishes with a lemon-custard streak. Elegant and harmonious; toasty without being overdone.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Belvedere 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Belvedere
14,White,US,"Tight and compact, especially at first, this is a classy wine that requires time to unfold. Pear and banana fruit emerge, and then a whiff of smoky oak takes things home. To get the best from this wine, give it time.",Reserve,22,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,White,US,"Rich nutty, toasty and earthy flavors over pears and limes. Big and round, but balanced, with a smooth, long, oaky finish.","Talley Vyd ""Rincon""",25,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,"Au Bon Climat 1998 Talley Vyd ""Rincon"" Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1998-talley-vyd-rincon-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Au Bon Climat
13,White,US,"A lean, racy Chard that's true to its Carneros roots. Zesty pear, green-apple and citrus fruit and just a hint of clove to add complexity.",,20,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Bouchaine
14.1,White,US,"Big and toasty, with a crème brûlée nose. Oak, apple, and browned sugar flavors, with a full, rich mouthfeel. An edgy touch on the long finish is the only slight dissonance. A very satisfying, large-scale wine.",Grand Reserve,28,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1997 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1997-grand-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Buena Vista
13.5,Red,US,"An interesting nose that mingles black cherry, roasted nuts, leather and smoke. Tart, dark and tannic, with light, bright fruit shining through. The finish is clean and pure, but fairly light. Very appealing and beautifully made.",,20,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Waterbrook
13.5,White,US,"Pineapple, pear and melon fruit, with toasty oak and earth accents. Pretty, full pear flavors with a round mouthfeel. Long comfortable finish.",Reserva Dorada Cold Coast Vyd,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Costa de Oro 1998 Reserva Dorada Cold Coast Vyd Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/costa-oro-1998-reserva-dorada-cold-coast-vyd-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Costa de Oro
13.5,White,US,"Big and toasty, with hints of oranges, pears and earth. Call it complex, because it offers a range of character in aromatics, flavors and feel. Smooth and big, it comes on late with heavy butter notes that border on being over the top. A lot of wine for the money.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Belvedere 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/belvedere-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Belvedere
13.5,White,US,"Tight and sort of musty/dumb at first, and then it opens up like a sliding-glass door to reveal much, much more. Well balanced, with full appley fruit and caramel. There's snappy citrus at the end, which keeps it all in proportion.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Lawrence J. Bargetto 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawrence-j-bargetto-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1998,Lawrence J. Bargetto
13.8,White,US,"A seamless blend of fruit and oak come together in a rush of flavors: pineapple, coconut, vanilla, citrus and tropical fruits. The oak comes up a bit on the finish, but it's long and smooth.",Reserve,15,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Meridian 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1998-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Meridian
13.7,White,US,"Apples and vanilla cream on the expansive bouquet make this very inviting, and the green-apple and herbal palate displays the better side of Napa Chardonnay. On the back end there's length and a chalky element that leaves a positive impression.",,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
13.5,White,US,"Pretty floral and crème caramel aromas yield to hard-edged apple and citrus flavors. This puppy really comes alive on the finish, which is long, spicy and complex.",The Cutrer,30,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sonoma-Cutrer 1997 The Cutrer Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-1997-the-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Sonoma-Cutrer
13.5,White,US,"Buttered pear and earth aromas dominate, but there's also an interesting hint of bananas. Clean, well balanced and friendly; round, but balanced by a lemony edge. What you expect when you order Chardonnay.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Alderbrook 1998 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Alderbrook
13.5,Red,US,"This is DeLille's first attempt at Syrah, the rising star of Washington State, and it's a lovely wine, with soft, ripe, grapey fruit seductively displayed in a framework of gentle tannins and defining acids. Young and fruity, with a perfumed nose and a pleasantly gamy finish. Ready right now.",Doyenne,28,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1997 Doyenne Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1997-doyenne-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1997,DeLille
13.5,White,US,"Showcases ripe fruit, including peach, apple, pear, pineapple and citrus. There's just enough oak to add complexity without taking over, and the finish is long, earthy and complex.",Olivet Ranch,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Olivet Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-olivet-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,De Loach
13.5,White,US,"Very pretty, with a delicious bouquet of pear, flowers and tangerine. Flavorful, with apple/pineapple flavors and toasty accents. The wine achieves a fine overall balance of crisp and buttery elements. Long finish. Very attractive.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,St. Supéry
13.5,White,US,"Nicely integrated apple and butter aromas on the nose. Clean, full-spectrum fruit shines, with apple and citrus prevailing. Good fruit-to-acid balance. Finishes long and tangy. Solid and stylish.",Oakville Estate,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1998 Oakville Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1998-oakville-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Franciscan
13.5,White,US,"Very clean, bright pineapple and citrus nose. Very ripe, delicious fruit of many flavors, and the mouthfeel is well defined and not overly sappy. Long, almost juicy, mouthwatering finish. This wine displays very good balance from stem to stern.",Saralee's Vineyard,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Baystone 1998 Saralee's Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baystone-1998-saralees-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Baystone
13.5,White,US,"Barrel fermentation adds a lot of flavor and power to L'Ecole's white wines, and the Chardonnay is no exception. Punchy fruit, pervasive oak, and enough tartness to keep this wine rocking. A lively, intelligent and always interesting wine, it provides convincing evidence that Washington Chardonnay need never be dull. —P.G.",,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
13.8,White,US,"Intense buttery, almost honeyed aromas give the impression of movie popcorn. Rich, round apple fruit is balanced nicely by a squirt of lemony acidity on the long finish.",,22,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Joseph Phelps 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Joseph Phelps
13.5,White,US,"Full aromas of apple, herb and smoke. Ripe apple fruit, lots of toasty oak, and earthy accents. Full mouthfeel and a lengthy, spicy finish. Elegant, not at all sweet. A very classy, satisfying Chardonnay.",Founder's Estate,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Trinchero 1998 Founder's Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1998-founders-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,M. Trinchero
12.9,White,US,"Deep-gold color. Caramel and smoke mark the nose. The palate displays apple, spice, caramelized pear flavors, and a rich mouthfeel. Medium to long finish with appealing spicy oak notes. Satisfying and seems like it's just coming into balance.",Reserve,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rusack 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-1997-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Rusack
14.1,White,US,"Features appealing aromas of musk and golden delicious apples. Apples and vanilla cream flavors with a soft, plump mouthfeel. The finish shows good length and ties all of the flavor elements together in an expansive package.",,28,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Truchard
14.2,White,US,"Handsomely integrated fruit and oak on the nose open to a rich mouth full of pear and smoke flavors. Full well-balanced mouthfeel and a long fade of cinematic length on the apple and oak finish. Elegant wine, with very good scale and integration.",Robert Young Vineyard,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1997 Robert Young Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1997-robert-young-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Chateau St. Jean
13,Red,US,"This is tight and textured like Bordeaux, but shows off the dark, ripe fruit of a pricier Napa Valley wine. Dense, dark and lush, with black cherries, cassis and plenty of toast. The generous acids define it, and the plush fruit carries it through to a satisfying finish.",Reserve,25,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1996 Reserve Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1996-reserve-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Columbia Crest
13.5,White,US,"Rich aromas of apple fruit with toasty vanillin oak and earthy notes. Fat and full on the palate, with creamy butterscotch flavors and smoky edges. Long, crème brûlée finish.",Reserve,27,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-crema-1997-reserve-chardonnay-russian-river-valley-3782/,Chardonnay,1997,La Crema
13,White,US,"All the expected pear, apple, mineral and butter of a front-line Cal Chard. Mildly spicy in the mouth, with plenty of citrus fruit offset by a pleasant touch of mint. Fairly complex and elegant, this one comes very close to hitting the bull's eye.",Cuvée,18,90,California,California Other,California,Steele 1998 Cuvée Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-cuvee-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
13.6,White,US,"Rich and round, with dense crème-brûlée and soft apple aromas accented by vanilla notes. Similar flavors prevail on the full palate, which has a well-balanced feel. Long, toasty, butterscotch finish. A complex, appealing wine.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Keegan 1997 Chardonnay (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keegan-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-knights-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Keegan
13.8,White,US,"Ripe in the nose, with an aromatic range of fruits ranging from pineapple through pears, apples and even some mint. Sweet it is, yet it's also bright and clean, with a long butterscotch finish. Slick and precise, it's a fine wine.",Limited Edition,25,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Davis Bynum 1998 Limited Edition Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/davis-bynum-1998-limited-edition-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Davis Bynum
,White,US,"Deeply fruity on the nose, with golden-delicious apple and pear fruit supported by toast, butter and popcorn aromas. This unfiltered wine is very full on the palate, following through with the complete flavor range from the nose. Ends with an excellent spicy, toasty finish. Definitely not subtle—you might even call it showy—but delicious.",Reserve,32,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1998-reserve-chardonnay-carneros-5730/,Chardonnay,1998,Cuvaison
,Red,US,"Very attractive nose offering complex berry, earth, cherry, and crushed black-pepper aromas. Dark cherry, cocoa and licorice flavors prevail on the round palate, with a velvety mouthfeel. Finishes with good length, licorice and chalk notes.",Eris Vineyard,20,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 1998 Eris Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1998-eris-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Cuvaison
14.5,Red,US,"A handsome wine with dark berry, plum, cocoa and cedary oak aromas on the nose. Very good sense of balance and mouthfeel, playing the prune and berry fruit flavors against good acidity and tannins. Full but not sharp tannins on the long finish. Opulent, and will continue to improve over 1 or 2 years.",,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cuvaison 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Cuvaison
,Red,US,"A deep-purple, bold, spicy wine with plenty of power. Inky and meaty, it jumps from the glass with assertive, gamy fruit. Deep red and black berries along with char, tar and spice all suggest plenty of aging potential. The luxurious scents of leather and exotic spice, now just hinted at, will surely emerge with a couple of more years of bottle age.",,28,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1998 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1998,McCrea
14,White,US,"Hickory smoke and toast mark the nose, but underneath there's solid peach, pear and apple fruit, which carry the oak effortlessly through the long finish.",Cottonwood Canyon Vyd,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Mount Eden Vineyards 1998 Cottonwood Canyon Vyd Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-1998-cottonwood-canyon-vyd-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Mount Eden Vineyards
12.5,White,US,"Complex nose with earthy, leesy notes over tangerine aromas. Loads of pineapple on the palate, with a nice, slightly tangy mouthfeel. Long toasty finish with pineapple, spice and mineral elements. Complex and engaging.",,19,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Roche
13.6,White,US,"Attractive nose of spice, pear, cinnamon and even anise. Understated and elegant, this wine is appealing for its restraint. The palate displays good mouthfeel marked by sweet-tart pear flavors and fine balance. Long, dry finish; not flashy, rather a very stylish and subtly seductive wine.",Lafond Vineyard,28,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 1997 Lafond Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-1997-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Lafond
13.5,Red,US,"There's a lovely sweetness underlying the smoke, oak and black fruit in the nose, and it follows through on the palate. The fruit tastes young, almost soft enough to be called pretty, with cherry and berry flavors commingling; but there's stuffing, thick tannins and spicy oak. The finish is long, roasty-toasty and altogether captivating.",,22,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Waterbrook
14,White,US,"Offers a complex nose, with a smoky, popcorn-like veil and bright citrus notes hinting at the depth of fruit behind. The fruit shines on the palate, with clean apple, lime and pineapple prevailing, and an interesting herb/spice element. Long, toasty finish with a buttery feel. Solid and satisfying.",Tinaquaic Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 1997 Tinaquaic Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1997-tinaquaic-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Foxen
14.5,White,US,"Deeply fruity on the nose, with golden-delicious apple and pear fruit supported by toast, butter and popcorn aromas. This unfiltered wine is very full on the palate, following through with the complete flavor range from the nose. Ends with an excellent spicy, toasty finish. Definitely not subtle—you might even call it showy—but delicious.",Reserve,32,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Cuvaison
13.2,Red,US,"The deeply fruity nose follows through with jammy fruit that seems almost Zin-like; it's absolutely reeling with cherry/blackberry preserves. The flavors are full, clean and long, and the wine unfolds into a sweet, chocolaty finish. Absolutely delicious this young, it will continue to unfold and develop over the next few years.",,17,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Barnard Griffin 1998 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnard-griffin-1998-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1998,Barnard Griffin
13,White,US,"This golden wine even looks rich. There's lots of piercing, toasty oak in support of crisp green-apple and cantaloupe flavors. It's big and toasty and oaky, with just the right acidic tang set off against crème brûlée silk and density. A very good wine.",Estate Reserve,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 1997 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-1997-estate-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Thomas Fogarty
14,White,US,"Lush nose of apple fruit, butterscotch and toast. Rich and ripe fruit with flavors bordering on candy-apple or butterscotch sweet. Long toasty finish with spices and caramel. Very lovable, in a very forward style.",Limited Selection,28,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gainey 1997 Limited Selection Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1997-limited-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Gainey
13.8,White,US,"A Bordeaux-style blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon using grapes from one of Washington's oldest vineyards. Rich, complex and creamy, it seduces from the first sniff. Flavors mingle peaches and apricots, citrus and stone, vanilla and toast-in a seamless display of elegance and persistent power.",Chaleur Estate,23,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),DeLille 1998 Chaleur Estate White (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1998-chaleur-estate-white-columbia-valley-wa/,White Blend,1998,DeLille
13.1,White,US,"Understated, but powerful, with deep apple-pear fruit and very seductive spice notes. Smooth mouthfeel with classy dried-fruit, herb and vanilla flavors. Long finish. Well defined, with a sophisticated feel.",,18,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Burgess
,Red,US,"Blackberry, cedar and licorice aromas open this full-bodied, well-structured wine. The flavors are big and very dark, and the mouthfeel is rich. A distinguished finish with cassis and tobacco flavors and full, mouth-coating tannins closes this elegant offering.",,32,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cuvaison 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Cuvaison
13.5,White,US,"Inviting nose of apple, pear and caramel. Smooth, ripe pear and tropical fruit flavors and a well-balanced mouthfeel. Delicious finish with spicy notes. Shows power, but remains elegant and even a touch reserved. Very well crafted.",,16,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Beckmen 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Beckmen
14,White,US,"Full and elegant. Bouquet of apple and pear fruit, with pine-needle, tropical fruit and an almost Alsatian touch of petrol. Butterscotch, cinnamon/clove, and herb notes grace the core of pear-flavored fruit. From the start to the strong finish, it's an interesting, and successful, blend of sweet and sour elements.",,20,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Foxen
11.5,Dessert,US,"Thick, viscous wine, with a rich butterscotch center and layers of tropical fruit. Rich, ripe, hot and heavy; a stunning success.",Reserve Ice Wine,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 Reserve Ice Wine Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-reserve-ice-wine-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1998,Columbia Crest
,White,US,"Deep green gold, with fat, buttery scents dominating. Definitely a style to please oak and butter lovers, but McCrea keeps the acids up and manages to showcase the ripe, apple/citrus fruit. A showstopper.",Elerding Vineyard,28,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,McCrea 1998 Elerding Vineyard Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mccrea-1998-elerding-vineyard-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1998,McCrea
14.1,Red,US,"The winery set out some years back to make a Washington equivalent of classified Bordeaux, and no one has come closer. Winemaker Chris Upchurch captures the lead pencil/cigarbox nuances of Pauillac, and uses the deep, dark, slightly bitter black-cherry fruit to full advantage. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this may well be the best wine made in Washington.",Chaleur Estate,40,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,DeLille 1997 Chaleur Estate Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delille-1997-chaleur-estate-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,DeLille
13,White,US,"Sweet cherries combine with earth, cinnamon and green hay on the nose. But the palate is a muddier blend, with an oily mouthfeel and a distressing lack of fruit.",,7,80,California,California Other,California,Spirit Ridge 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spirit-ridge-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Spirit Ridge
12.5,Red,France,"Remember that old TV commercial asking, “Where's the beef?” You can apply that here. It smells fresh enough, and there's cranberry-styled tart fruit backed up by oak. But it's way short on soul and stuffing. No need to hold this; drink it now for what fruit there is. Made from 75% Merlot.",,13,80,Bordeaux,Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,,Château des Mille Anges 1996  Premieres Côtes de Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mille-anges-1996-red-premieres-cotes/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Château des Mille Anges
,Red,US,"Has very odd aromas distinctly reminiscent of cheese, sweat and baker's chocolate, with very little similar to what Cabernet should smell like. Flavors are neutral berry. Fairly aggressive tannins turn dry and sharp on the finish.",Coastal,10,80,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1997 Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1997-coastal-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Villa Mt. Eden
12.6,Red,US,Light and bright cherry aromas are tinged with earth and green herbs. Sweet cherry fruit is followed up by some bitter green notes.,,9,81,California,California Other,California,CK Mondavi 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ck-mondavi-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,CK Mondavi
13.6,Red,US,"The expansive nose features stewed fruit and tomatoes, along with a healthy dose of cedar. Turns stranger in the mouth, picking up tomato-leaf elements. For the adventurous.",Ambassador's Reserve Limited B,25,81,California,South Coast,San Diego County,Orfila 1997 Ambassador's Reserve Limited B Merlot (San Diego County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1997-ambassadors-reserve-limited-b-merlot-south-coast-san-diego-county/,Merlot,1997,Orfila
,Red,France,"Has indeterminate earthy aromas of berries and smoke, but they're very faint. A rustic, simple wine, with slight berry flavors, but not much going on in the way of pleasure. Finishes simple and rough.",Mediterranean,10,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vichon 1997 Mediterranean Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vichon-1997-mediterranean-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1997,Vichon
12.5,White,France,"Soft, herbal, melony notes on the nose. Lime flavors up front, and then it slides away in a somewhat disjointed, scattered fashion. The mouthfeel gets a jolt from bright acidity and a slate-like feel. Best as a by-the-glass bistro wine.",,19,82,Loire Valley,Pouilly-Fumé,,Pascal Jolivet 1998  Pouilly-Fumé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-jolivet-1998-sauvignon-blanc-pouilly-fume/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Pascal Jolivet
13.5,Red,US,Lightly perfumed earthy aromas carry a hint of cinnamon. Dull cherry and pungent earth flavors finish with a sharp edge.,Reserve,10,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Turning Leaf 1997 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-1997-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Turning Leaf
,Red,US,"A rustic, earthy wine, with hot-country aromas that are baked and a little pruny. Has strong, extracted fruity flavors, and finishes rough and earthy. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Malbec.",Francis Coppola Diamond Series Black Label Claret,17,82,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 1998 Francis Coppola Diamond Series Black Label Claret Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-1998-diamond-series-black-label-claret-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Francis Ford Coppola
,White,France,"Has earthy, lemony aromas, with a faux-oak and vanilla note. Drinks ripely fruity and a little sweet, and finishes slightly sweet. On the simple side.",Mediterranean,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vichon 1997 Mediterranean Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vichon-1997-mediterranean-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1997,Vichon
13.5,Red,US,Black-tea and spice notes include thyme and black pepper. Sweet black-cherry fruit struggles to make its mark. The overall impression is of an herbal oddity that's more of an intellectual experience than a hedonistic one.,,7,82,California,California Other,California,Monterey Vineyard 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-vineyard-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Monterey Vineyard
13.1,Red,US,Black-tea and spice notes include thyme and black pepper. Sweet black-cherry fruit struggles to make its mark. The overall impression is of an herbal oddity that's more of an intellectual experience than a hedonistic one.,,7,82,California,California Other,California,Monterey Vineyard 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-vineyard-1997-merlot-california/,Merlot,1997,Monterey Vineyard
14.2,Red,US,"Features subtle aromas of cherry cough syrup. Light and quite tannic, but may find a few fans for its upfront fruitiness. Not likely to improve.",,24,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Madrigal
,White,France,"A dry, balanced wine with citrus and earth aromas and flavors. Not much complexity going for it, but then again, nothing to complain about. Gets the job done at a fair price.",Mediterranean,10,82,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vichon 1998 Mediterranean Sauvignon Blanc (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vichon-1998-mediterranean-sauvignon-blanc-vin-pays-doc/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Vichon
,White,France,"A rustic wine, with earthy, tree-bark aromas and lean, sparse flavors that just barely veer into grapefruit. Very dry and acidic; it puckers the palate. Lean and tart. Will satisfy those who like this kind of wine, but doesn't have much to do with Chardonnay. Kosher.",,8,82,Loire Valley,Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France,,Herzog Selection 1998 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays du Jardin de la France),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/herzog-selection-1998-chardonnay-vin-pays-jardin/,Chardonnay,1998,Herzog Selection
13,Red,US,"A soft, supple, easy-drinking wine that has no particular Merlot character, but it's clean, dry and affordable. Flavors tend toward the earthy-plummy side.",Eagle Peak,9,82,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Eagle Peak Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-eagle-peak-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Fetzer
13.9,Red,US,"Strongly herbaceous scents are just this side of vegetal. A bit light and lean in the mouth, but it does taste like Merlot. Some pretty cherry fruit makes it a decent quaff.",Shelton Signature Series,25,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Windsor 1996 Shelton Signature Series Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1996-shelton-signature-series-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1996,Windsor
,Red,France,"From the Languedoc region. Robert Mondavi moved his Vichon winery here some time ago. Good dark color. Has proper aromas of currants, anise and earth. Earthy and rustic. Very dry, and the tannins make it immediately drinkable. A simple, everyday Cab.",Mediterranean,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Vichon 1997 Mediterranean Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vichon-1997-mediterranean-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Vichon
12.5,White,France,"Grapefruit and peach aromas lead into orange and lemon-lime flavors. A basic café wine without much intensity or breadth, but a good mouthfeel. Herbal notes come through on the finish, which is mild and clean, if a little weak.",,19,83,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Pascal Jolivet 1998  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pascal-jolivet-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Pascal Jolivet
13.8,Red,US,"Shows a burnt, acrid note on the nose that detracts from the berry fruit. It turns a bit green and herbal in the mouth, but it's still a soft, lush Merlot for early drinking.",,15,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Castoro Cellars 1997 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castoro-cellars-1997-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1997,Castoro Cellars
13.6,Red,US,"Has plummy, berry aromas, with a solid dose of toasty oak and a mushroomy, smoked-meat note. Dry and smoothly tannic. The moderate fruit flavors are characterized by ripe berry and meat. On the simple side, and finishes a bit rough.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dark Star 1997 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-star-1997-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1997,Dark Star
13.5,White,US,"A wine made largely from Mendocino grapes, in the currently popular style. The fruit is fully ripened, showing green apple, peach and even pear aromas, with spicy, cinnamon-butter highlights. Very full-flavored and rich, with some fatness from oaky glycerin. There's a little sugar in the mid-palate, and it finishes fruity and spicy. The texture is soft and creamy. Lacks some complexity, but otherwise a fine effort, especially at this giveaway value price. Best Buy.",,8,83,California,North Coast,North Coast,Dunnewood 1998 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1998-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Dunnewood
13.6,Red,US,"A Bordeaux blend. Starts out with hot-country Cabernet aromas of ripe plums, cassis and asphalt. The fruit is ripe, almost overripe, with raisiny flavors that turn hot and slightly bitter on the finish. Tannins are ultrasoft, and it's not very oaky. Primarily Cabernet Sauvignon, with Merlot and Cabernet Franc.",Ricordati,24,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dark Star 1997 Ricordati Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-star-1997-ricordati-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,1997,Dark Star
,Sparkling,Italy,"A simple and soft sparkling wine, with a bready nose, but also a significant musty note. Light mouthfeel, mild peach flavors, and a dry finish. Simple, and would be more appealing without the musty note.",Arte Italiana,11,83,,Trento,,Rotari NV Arte Italiana  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-nv-arte-italiana-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,,Rotari
13,Red,US,"Shows why Monterey reds are still struggling to garner acclaim, with ample evidence of the dreaded ""veggies""--the aromas are reminiscent of the marinated peppers at the local deli. It's too bad, because there's some rich, sweet fruit underneath and the mouthfeel is wonderfully plush.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,San Saba 1996 Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-1996-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1996,San Saba
12.6,White,US,"This is an easy-quaffing Sauvignon Blanc, almost reminiscent of a Pinot Grigio. Herb, grapefruit and green-pea aromas open to a mouth of sweet-tart grapefruit with crisp slaty accents. Round mouthfeel, pleasant finish.",Vintner's Select Coastal Serie,8,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 1998 Vintner's Select Coastal Serie Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1998-vintners-select-coastal-serie-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Dunnewood
13.1,Red,US,"Light cherry and mint play leading roles. A pleasant fruity quaff with herbal shadings. It's a lightweight, but not an unpleasant one.",,22,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 1997 Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-1997-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1997,Armida
12.8,Red,US,"They gave it an Italian name because it contains 15 percent Sangiovese. The Cabernet is typical Paso Robles: soft and gentle, very ripe, veering into currant and prune. The Sangiovese lends it a bit of an acid bite and an earthy note. Pretty good, although it has a cloying sweet quality in the finish that's almost sugary.",Etrusco,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 1997 Etrusco Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1997-etrusco-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Martin & Weyrich
14.8,Red,US,"Aromas of dark berries with lots of herb and oak accents. Good cherry and plum flavors, both tart and sweet, with a strong herbal element and a good mouthfeel. Has decent length and medium tannins.",Reserve,13,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dunnewood 1997 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1997-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Dunnewood
13.5,Red,US,"Bright cherry-berry fruit, menthol and vanilla. Crisp acids give an impression of tartness that reaches almost lemony proportions on the finish.",,11,84,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,FoxRidge 1997 Merlot (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxridge-1997-merlot-sonoma-northern/,Merlot,1997,FoxRidge
13.8,Red,US,"Milk chocolate and dried herbs lead the way, followed by some subdued black-cherry fruit. Creamy and medium-bodied, the herbaceous notes nearly take over the finish while folding in some fine tannins, adding a black-tea component.",,13,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Stevenot 1997 Merlot (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-1997-merlot-sierra-foothills/,Merlot,1997,Stevenot
13,Red,Italy,"Ripe and slightly pruny aromatics are backed up by a rasiny palate that just doesn't quite have the backbone or depth to bring this wine to a higher level. It's pleasant and sweet enough, but it's kind of hollow as well.",,18,84,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Villa Dante 1995  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-dante-1995-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1995,Villa Dante
13.8,Red,US,"Has weak but proper aromas of plum, earth and chocolate. There's some pretty fruit deep down inside but right now it's buried under fairly aggressive palate-numbing tannins; short-term aging will improve it, but it's never going to be more than an enjoyable, everyday dry red dinner wine.",,15,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Echelon 1997 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-1997-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1997,Echelon
14.5,Red,US,"Medium-weight and quite tannic, the flesh seems sparse for the sturdiness of the structure. What fruit there is features some pretty black-cherry nuances. If it fills out in a year or two, this rating may look stingy.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 1997 Winemaker's Reserve Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-1997-winemakers-reserve-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1997,Firestone
13.5,Red,US,"Bright cherry-berry fruit, menthol and vanilla. Crisp acids give an impression of tartness that reaches almost lemony proportions on the finish.",,11,84,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,FoxRidge 1997 Merlot (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxridge-1997-merlot-northern-sonoma-5540/,Merlot,1997,FoxRidge
12.8,Red,US,"Spicy, candied cherry and berry aromas and flavors predominate. There is nice tart-cherry fruit on the palate and brisk acidity to boot. Lean but attractive Pinot Noir. Best Buy.",Barrel Select Coastal Series,9,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Dunnewood 1997 Barrel Select Coastal Series Pinot Noir (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1997-barrel-select-coastal-series-pinot-noir-north-coast/,Pinot Noir,1997,Dunnewood
13.9,Red,US,"Opens with a toasty, cherry-fruit nose, and herb accents. It's not as sweet as some California Sangiovese tends to be. There are some nice spicy cherry flavors, but the oak buries the modest fruit.",Reserve,14,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Dunnewood 1997 Reserve Sangiovese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1997-reserve-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Dunnewood
13.5,Red,US,"A clean and uncluttered nose boasts aromas of vanilla, mint and black cherries. Not overly concentrated or complex, but suitable for uncritical quaffing. Best Buy.",,10,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Farallon 1997 Merlot (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/farallon-1997-merlot-north-coast/,Merlot,1997,Farallon
13.2,Red,US,"This one breaks from the gate with plummy, juicy cheek-grabbing flavors--it seems to have the right stuff for California Merlot. But it reaches a very early crescendo, and then begins to fade away with just the basics in spice and raspberry fruit. The finish is influenced by an off flavor that's too much like liver or pâté.",,25,85,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Summers 1997 Merlot (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summers-1997-merlot-sonoma-knights-valley/,Merlot,1997,Summers
,Red,US,"A lighter style, with herbal, earthy notes and wood; some ripe fruit emerges midpalate. Similarly drinks earthy, tannic and dry. Has a balance and elegance that shows best with food. Could develop with further age.",,19,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Markham
13.5,Red,US,"Scents of perfectly tanned cowhide and spice complement ripe cherries. Lightweight and a bit herbal, but not green, on the palate. A pleasant quaff that's not too serious for burgers on the grill.",Limited Bottling,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1996 Limited Bottling Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1996-limited-bottling-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1996,Mirassou
12.5,Red,US,"Opens with woody, earthy aromas, a strong streak of leather and meat, and a ripe, plummy note. Fairly extracted, but the dominant flavors are earthy. Dusty tannins and adequate acidity complete the picture. Rustic, but offers a glimpse of how Cab Franc can stand on its own. Best Buy.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 1997 Cabernet Franc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-1997-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Pepperwood Grove
13.9,Red,US,"Plummy and chocolaty. Chunky and full-bodied, it's a little rough around the edges, but quite satisfying. Yes, it's low-acid, but there are enough soft, dusty tannins to keep it from being flabby. Best Buy.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Indigo Hills 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indigo-hills-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Indigo Hills
13.9,Red,US,"This wine offers positive black-cherry aromas with nice mint and oak accents. Cherry, chocolate and a hint of anise on the palate. Dry black-cherry finish with dusty tannins. A bit light, but correct.",Dry Silk Reserve,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dunnewood 1997 Dry Silk Reserve Dolcetto (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1997-dry-silk-reserve-italian-red-dolcetto-napa-valley/,Dolcetto,1997,Dunnewood
13,Red,US,"Heavy oaking is evident in the aromatics: predominantly vanilla buttercream, chocolate, cinnamon and dill. Yes, there is some modest black-cherry fruit under the lumber pile and it peeks through midpalate. But then the oak barrels rear their toasted heads on the finish. Solid, in a very woody way.",Aleta's Vineyard,28,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Bell 1996 Aleta's Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1996-aletas-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Bell
13.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is earthy, then evolves to offer some caramel or molasses sweetness. Tart, crisp red fruit is supported by substantial acidity. Real basic, without the charm necessary to elevate it higher. Needs food to wipe away the sharp notes at the finish.",Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano,27,85,Tuscany,Toscana,,Boscarelli 1996 Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-1996-vino-nobile-montepulciano-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1996,Boscarelli
13.5,Red,US,"Hard as nails right out of the bottle, offering little except alcohol and heat. It took a good 20 minutes for fruit to emerge, but when it did, the wine turned pretty and drinkable, with currant, blackberry and spice. Still, it's leaner and tougher than most, and in need of cellaring.",,27,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Freemark Abbey
12.9,Red,US,"The rich, plummy fruit carries a hint of something strongly suggestive of tall green grass or wet hay. Still, once past that, the wine has lots of things going for it: a sweet attack, ample weight, good intensity, and a clean finish. From Rusack Vineyards.",Silver Moon,15,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Rusack 1997 Silver Moon Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rusack-1997-silver-moon-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1997,Rusack
13.5,Red,France,"Relatively light in color and even a bit of brown showing at the rim—unusual for such a young wine, but '97 wasn't the greatest year in Châteauneuf. Mature leather, earth and faint soy-sauce aromas and flavors. Decent effort for the vintage.",La Bernardine,30,85,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,M. Chapoutier 1997 La Bernardine Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1997-bernardine-red-chateauneuf-pape/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,M. Chapoutier
13,Red,Italy,"At first this smells a bit gassy, and then earthy, raisiny aromas take over. Fairly light-looking in the glass, but quite soft and full on the tongue. Seems to be getting there in terms of maturity; it has cherry, cigar, chocolate and coffee flavors, and dissipating but drying tannins. Remains slightly raisiny at all points, and is never very flashy.",,40,85,Piedmont,Barolo,,Cappellano 1994  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cappellano-1994-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1994,Cappellano
13,Red,US,"Tastes as if a spice rack were blended in, with various dried herbs, cinnamon and cocoa. The understated black-cherry fruit plays second fiddle to the herb and spice complexities, which linger delicately on the finish.",Clear Lake,22,86,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 1997 Clear Lake Merlot (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-clear-lake-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Merlot,1997,Steele
12.5,Red,France,"Leather and cherry scents, with just a hint of bacon fat, lead into a black-cherry and leather palate. Could use more stuffing, but finishes well: soft and smooth. Not for aging; drink now.",Les Meysonniers,24,86,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,M. Chapoutier 1997 Les Meysonniers  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-chapoutier-1997-meysonniers-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1997,M. Chapoutier
13.2,Red,US,"Deep and dark, with smoke, toast, caramel and an olive note. Black cherry and menthol fruit in the mouth, and a tangy, brisk mouthfeel. Finishes long, with full tannins. Bigger and better structured than the Napa, but less pleasurable, at least now. Try in two years.",Dry Silk Seven Arches Vyd Rese,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dunnewood 1996 Dry Silk Seven Arches Vyd Rese Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1996-dry-silk-seven-arches-vyd-rese-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Dunnewood
14.2,Red,US,"Chocolate and berry aromas vie for the spotlight. Soft, almost sweet in the mouth, with solid berry fruit and dried herbs. Finishes with a healthy dose of buttery, chocolaty oak that winds up having a bitter edge.",Buckeye Vineyard,33,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kendall-Jackson 1996 Buckeye Vineyard Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1996-buckeye-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1996,Kendall-Jackson
13,Red,Italy,"Dark and earthy, featuring aromas of wet soil, tree bark, and damp leaves. There's black-cherry fruit and some bitter-chocolate notes, but they're below the surface. Characteristic Sangiovese acidity provides some lift, but it's a brooding wine.",,26,86,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,La Braccesca 1996  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/braccesca-1996-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1996,La Braccesca
,Red,Italy,"Tight and earthy in the nose—this is rugged Chianti. Emphasis is on the dry, hearty, woodsy side. Good black-currant flavor and a shot of red licorice make for a correct wine, but one that's just a little too one-dimensional to be graded higher.",Nipozzano Riserva,20,86,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Frescobaldi 1996 Nipozzano Riserva  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1996-nipozzano-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1996,Frescobaldi
13,Red,Italy,"Enticing dark-cherry and forest-floor scents show the cedary mark of oak aging. Medium-bodied, with cherry fruit that smoothly glides into tobacco and cedar on the finish. Mild tannins.",Antica Chiusina,35,86,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Fattoria Del Cerro 1995 Antica Chiusina  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-cerro-1995-antica-chiusina-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1995,Fattoria Del Cerro
,White,Italy,"Floral, hay and almond notes grace the nose of this appealing white. Displays soft stone-fruit flavors, with a mineral note, and has a smooth, almost slick mouthfeel. The dry medium-length finish has a slightly waxy feel.",,11,86,,Alto Adige,,Tolloy 1998 Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolloy-1998-pinot-blanc-bianco-alto-adige/,Pinot Bianco,1998,Tolloy
13,Red,Italy,"Tight and focused despite its rather fragile, medium-bodied frame. Cranberry and cherry fruit run the show for this stylistically reserved red, which offers fairly gripping tannins and a smoky, oaky finish.",Tenuta Lodola Nuova,20,86,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Ruffino 1995 Tenuta Lodola Nuova  (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruffino-1995-tenuta-lodola-nuova-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1995,Ruffino
14.5,Red,US,"A touch of stemminess along with creamy oak and vanilla. Very round up front, but somewhat hollow in the middle. As a result, not even the extraripe, almost late-harvest style can rescue this entirely. A panel-rated wine: Some reviewers were quite keen on it while others were less impressed.",Profile,75,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1996 Profile Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1996-profile-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Merryvale
13.5,Red,Italy,"Already orangey in color and browning at the rim. The cherry, earth and leather aromas are joined by funky, barnyard notes. Tastes dense and ripe, with a solid core of cherry fruit and licorice buried under considerable tannins. Finishes a bit dried out and astringent.",Monvigliero,66,86,Piedmont,Barolo,,Mauro Sebaste 1995 Monvigliero  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-sebaste-1995-monvigliero-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Mauro Sebaste
13.5,Red,US,"Soft black-cherry aromas are tinged with creamy oak. Medium-bodied, not overly weighty, but generous and supple. Finishes with a touch of vanilla buttercream. A superficial charmer.",Diamond Mountain Ranch Vyd,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Sterling 1997 Diamond Mountain Ranch Vyd Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1997-diamond-mountain-ranch-vyd-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Sterling
,White,France,"A soft, easy-drinking white Burg at an affordable price. Vanilla and coconut notes on the nose, with peach flavors bringing it all home.",La Grande Roche,15,86,Burgundy,Montagny,,Louis Latour 1998 La Grande Roche  (Montagny),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-grande-roche-chardonnay-montagny/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
13,Red,US,"Creamy vanilla notes mingle with cherry fruit on the nose of this brightly expressive wine. Built more like a Burgundy than a traditional California Merlot, it features fairly high acidity and racy fruit flavors. A subsidiary label from Kent Rasmussen.",Reserve,26,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramsay 1996 Reserve Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramsay-1996-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1996,Ramsay
13.7,Red,US,"This attractive and inexpensive Cabernet shows a nose of cassis, spice and tobacco, with a minty note. Currant and medium-berry flavors, with tobacco and herb accents on the palate. Blackberry finish with that cool minty note again.",Dry Silk Reserve Seven Arches,13,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dunnewood 1995 Dry Silk Reserve Seven Arches Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1995-dry-silk-reserve-seven-arches-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Dunnewood
,Red,US,"A chewy wine with an inky, grapey nose with spice and game accents. Dry-cherry and black-fruit flavors. High acidity and a full, long, fairly tannic finish. A good, big, dry red that is still improving.",Dry Silk Reserve,14,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dunnewood 1995 Dry Silk Reserve Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dunnewood-1995-dry-silk-reserve-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,1995,Dunnewood
13.5,Red,US,"Although the aromas are initially dominated by toasty oak, black cherries and herbs step forward with a few minutes of airing. A midweight rendition that carries good varietal character; it just seems a little clunky on the finish.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,France,"Surprising strength in this budget Burgundy, which delivers plenty of green-apple fruit and a pleasing hint of butter. Quaffable but structured like a pricier cru. Best Buy.",La Vignee,10,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998 La Vignee  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-vignee-chardonnay-bourgogne/,Chardonnay,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,France,"Like its Chardonnay sister, this low-priced bottling offers true Burgundian character in a light, soft, forward style. The fruit is soft and the acids balance it without turning the wine into a sourball; perfect for summer salmon grilling. Best Buy.",La Vignee,10,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998 La Vignee  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-vignee-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
,Red,Italy,"Clean and elegant, with herb, faint cherry and lightly woody aromas. In the mouth, it's light, soft and refreshing, with cherry and smoke flavors. Raspberry and cocoa notes on the finish.",,11,86,,Alto Adige,,Tolloy 1997 Pinot Nero (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tolloy-1997-pinot-noir-nero-alto-adige/,Pinot Nero,1997,Tolloy
12.5,Red,US,"Smells quite herbal, with oregano and even hints of green bell pepper. But it's sweet and ripe in the mouth, featuring cherry fruit and recurring herb flavors. It's lush character makes it all too easy to drink. A second label from Von Strasser.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freestone 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freestone-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Freestone
13.4,Red,US,"Starts off with berry, tobacco, cassis, and spice aromas, along with a eucalyptus, menthol note. Balanced and elegant. The fruit is kept tightly wrapped, while the tannins are soft and silky, but complex. A deft, polished wine—not a blockbuster but defines good winemaking.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"Oak on top of more oak is the calling card here, while underneath you'll find blackberry fruit. There's a juicy part to the wine, but only after digging through a layer of dill-scented wood. Tannic, full-bodied and lengthy, it needs three years at least to show its true self. Now it's just an oaked-up baby.",,38,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,ZD 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,ZD
14.1,Red,US,"Toast, mocha and black-cherry aromas take the lead. Could be more refined on the palate--there are some rough spots, especially on the finish--but it's packed with solid Merlot flavors.",Estate Grown,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1997 Estate Grown Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1997-estate-grown-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Ballentine
14.1,Red,US,"Winemaker Craig Williams has made a full-volume, snappy wine with piercing berry aromas that announce its bigness. Very loud and properly spicy, but a touch jagged and unintegrated. Big oak and a heavy finish add to the spunk, but it's a bit short on harmony.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Joseph Phelps
,Red,US,"A big, somewhat raw Merlot that features ample chocolate and black-cherry flavors. Subtle spice shadings fold in on the softly tannic finish.",Lupine Hill Vyd,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 1997 Lupine Hill Vyd Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-1997-lupine-hill-vyd-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Frazier
13.5,Red,US,"Immediately attractive bright cherry fruit shows just enough earthiness to keep things interesting. Not a heavyweight, but enormously charming and easy to drink. A second label from Macrostie Vineyards. Best Buy.",,13,87,California,California Other,California,Keltie Brook 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keltie-brook-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Keltie Brook
13.5,Red,US,"Just what you expect an Alexander Valley Merlot to be: soft, round and welcoming. Plush black-cherry fruit takes on a slightly herbal edge with air. Sweet, ripe tannins are backed by chocolate, cream and even a hint of fennel.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Château Souverain
,Red,France,"A young, muscular wine with a thick core of concentrated black-cherry fruit. There are hints of leather, game and coffee in the nose, but the wine is still quite angular and hard.",,45,87,Burgundy,Pommard,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-pinot-noir-pommard/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
13,Red,Italy,"This is a single-vineyard 100% Cabernet Sauvignon that's dark as night and still closed up. It wants to be big, but the fruit is presently in the rear, and you have to search for it. Once you find it, it's fairly clean cassis and blackberry, with pronounced oak backing it up. Nicely herbal and cool, the finish turns fairly tannic. Get after it next year.",Tavernelle,38,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 1996 Tavernelle Cabernet Sauvignon (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1996-tavernelle-cabernet-sauvignon-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Castello Banfi
13.6,Red,US,"A soft, generous dinner wine, ripened by heat and balanced by good winemaking. Has currant and black-cherry aromas, with that telltale hot-country “burnt-rubber” note that is not unappealing. Drinks dry, clean and fruity. Tannins are ultrasoft and friendly. At its best now.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Dark Star 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dark-star-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Dark Star
12,Sparkling,Italy,"Elegant, with quite a bit of complexity, this sparkler offers a grassy, almond-tinged nose and a lovely palate of leesy, almond and floral-citrus flavors. Ends with good length and a chalky note. A bit more acidity would make it even nicer. Best Buy.",Brut Riserva,15,87,,Trento,,Rotari 1995 Brut Riserva  (Trento),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rotari-1995-brut-riserva-sparkling-trento/,Champagne Blend,1995,Rotari
,White,France,"Quite tight and closed right now, with tart acidity that bodes well for the future. You can still eke out some subtle white-peach and honeydew fruit. Try in a couple of years.",,45,87,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Louis Latour 1998  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1998-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Louis Latour
14,Red,US,"Cinnamon and clove. Dark fruit flavors vie with spice on the palate. Shows good depth of chocolaty, plummy fruit and finishes with a shot of earth, black pepper and mild tannins.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Vine Cliff
13.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry, tobacco, tar, and roasted coffee beans on the nose. Flavors are black cherry and espresso. Has some real depth and richness, and the texture is creamy and velvety, although it finishes with a tannic hardness.",Ornato,100,87,Piedmont,Barolo,,Pio Cesare 1995 Ornato  (Barolo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1995-ornato-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1995,Pio Cesare
,White,France,Plenty of green apples in the nose. Quite fruity and forward in the mouth. With time to breathe it begins to fill out and show some spicy nuances.,,39,87,Burgundy,Chassagne-Montrachet,,Bouchard Père & Fils 1998  Chassagne-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchard-pere-fils-1998-chardonnay-chassagne-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1998,Bouchard Père & Fils
14.1,Red,US,"Powdered spices predominate on the nose—cocoa and cinnamon—but there's also some vanilla extract and thick-smelling black-cherry fruit. Plush and velvety in the mouth, where the oak begins to take over. A well-made wine in a woody style.",,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Swanson
14.1,Red,US,"This pricey wine is very dark, and the aromas are very young. It's almost like a barrel sample, with charred oak, earth and mushrooms, and a deep strain of currant and blackberry. Tastes dense and opulent. There's a ton of ripe, juicy fruit buried under substantial tannins, and it's very dry. Far too young to enjoy now. Give it a good two years, then try again.",Reserve,32,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Geyser Peak
13.9,Red,US,"Toast and chocolate blend seamlessly with bright cherry fruit in this crisp, energetic offering. The finish is still a bit rough and acidic, but shows plenty of juicy fruit that should come to the fore with a few months of cellaring.",Calypso Vineyard,32,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1997 Calypso Vineyard Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-calypso-vineyard-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1997,Gary Farrell
13,White,US,"Tight, lean and green, with bright, appley fruit and apple-pie spices. This is stylish juice, forward and delicious, with a refreshing liveliness that invites a second glass. Best Buy.",,8,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Columbia Crest
13.2,White,US,"Green apple, tropical fruit, and spice notes on the nose open to a sweet-spicy palate of almost citrus candy. Medium weight and lightly crisp mouthfeel. Softly spicy, the finish is of medium length. Made from organically farmed fruit, this is a pleasant easy-to-drink wine.",,16,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1998 Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1998-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Lolonis
12.5,Red,France,"This is an easy-to-like, easy-to-drink winner at a good price. Shows good Syrah elements on the nose—smoked meat, spices and berries. Not heavy, but round, with a good spiciness. Best Buy.",,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Michel Picard 1997 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1997,Michel Picard
,Red,US,"Berries and spice, with hints of mint and nutmeg livening up the nose. This is a bracing, high-acid style of Cabernet with bright, tart fruit and a lip-smacking finish.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Duck Pond
13.5,White,US,"Citrus and buttery aromas. Ripe tropical fruits, maybe overripe, and even some vegetable-like notes. Fairly large, soft mouthfeel. Good elements, but slightly askew and out of scale.",Estate,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1998 Estate Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1998-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1998,Eberle
13.9,White,US,"Unique, fatty aromas resemble peanut butter and mayonnaise; there are also some alfalfa, graham-cracker, and green-pea scents. An oddball that might find some fans among the adventurous.",,18,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Castle
,White,US,"Fruity and off-dry, this is styled as a perfectly drinkworthy party wine. Serve it chilled and don't overthink it. It's just Sémillon; the “Blanc” seems superfluous. —P.G.",Blanc,7,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 1998 Blanc Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-1998-blanc-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1998,Snoqualmie
13.8,White,US,"An eccentric wine that has plaesant elements of apple and apricot, but also some hay, asparagus, earth and creamed-corn notes.","""El Nino""",15,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,"Jory 1998 ""El Nino"" Chardonnay (Central Coast)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jory-1998-el-nino-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Jory
,Red,US,"Achieves a balance and complexity that's hard to find in many Zins. Great fruit and spice, extracted and chewy, and the tannins are rich and mellow. Concentrated and intense. Great harmony and style.",Redhead Vineyard,24,91,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Fife 1997 Redhead Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1997-redhead-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Fife
13.9,White,US,"Young and oaky, with ripe citrus, peach, tangerine, smoke and oak. Great extract and a healthy dose of oak. Elegant, big and complex; a heavyweight.",Estate,38,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Signorello 1998 Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1998-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Signorello
13.5,Red,Chile,"Much more earthy and rustic than the more elegant '96. Almost animal in the nose. Concentrated and chewy, with a dark core of black fruit, cinnamon and oak. The bigger style still suits the wine, and the finish is full and long, but overall it seems better cut from the silkier mold. Just 300 cases made.",Le Dix de Los Vascos,40,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 1997 Le Dix de Los Vascos Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-1997-le-dix-los-vascos-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
14.9,Red,US,"From this small Santa Cruz Moutains producer comes a Sierra Foothills Zin of uncommon elegance. It manages to pack in the ripe blackberry and pungent spice and earth aromas you expect, while avoiding any sense of rusticity. Perfect for immediate gratification.",,17,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Clos La Chance 1997 Zinfandel (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Clos La Chance
13.4,Red,US,"Intense, yet reserved and stylish. Features a deep and energetic bouquet of blackberries, funky earth and licorice. Slightly sour black fruits, reminiscent of a Northern Rhône wine. Bright tangy acidity. Not for sipping on its own, but recommended. Best Buy.",,12,88,California,California Other,California,Clos du Lac 1997 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-lac-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1997,Clos du Lac
,Red,France,"Predominantly Grenache-based, with a nice cherry fruit, spice, herb and pepper bouquet. Good but not dense fruit, which reads fairly sweet; offers spice, dried flowers, and tar accents. Decent tannins fan out on the finish, with pepper, earth and violet notes. Elegant and attractive, if a touch light.",Tradition,19,88,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Tradition Grenache (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-tradition-grenache-chateauneuf-pape/,Grenache,1998,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"A likable wine with a pretty ruby color and great balance and harmony. Ripe, bold, berry fruit and spice wrapped in a velvety soft package. A good example of Paso Zin from the cooler part of the appellation. Only 329 cases made.",Westside,18,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Savannah-Chanelle 1997 Westside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-1997-westside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Savannah-Chanelle
13.8,White,US,"From the cooler western side of Paso Robles called the Templeton Gap. Has rich and subtle aromas of white peach, tangerine, and smoky oak. A nice crisp, spicy bite balances out the ripe, tasty fruit. Best Buy.",Hidden Valley,13,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin & Weyrich 1998 Hidden Valley Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1998-hidden-valley-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1998,Martin & Weyrich
13,Red,France,"Based on aromas alone, this wine would easily merit 90+ points. Seductive toast, cassis, tobacco and chocolate scents leave your mouth watering. On the palate, the flavors are correct and straightforward, but don't quite match the expansiveness of the nose.",Cuvée Prestige,30,87,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Château Tayac 1995 Cuvée Prestige  (Côtes de Bourg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-tayac-1995-cuvee-prestige-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Château Tayac
,Red,US,"Nice wine. Bold, rich and ripe, with plenty of bright fruit and oak. Notable for its balance—big wines stuffed with ripe, spicy fruit can be unbalanced, but winemaker Dennis Patton handled this one deftly. Quintessentially Mendocino in its size and strength.",,15,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Hidden Cellars 1997 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1997,Hidden Cellars
17,Red,US,"Zin does not get much riper or bolder than this late- harvest-style version. Bursting with fruit, it's not for the faint-hearted (17% alcohol). Winemaker Van Williamson says it's dry, but it sure tastes as if it has a healthy dose of residual sugar.",Ciapusci Vineyard,36,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Edmeades 1997 Ciapusci Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1997-ciapusci-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Zinfandel,1997,Edmeades
13.7,Red,US,"A fruit-driven wine with dark stone fruits like plums and cherries, and a strong earthiness - think of the scent of tree bark on a hot summer afternoon. Plenty of tobacco and spice, too. Bone dry, with some puckery astringency.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,France,"A plump and full wine with forest, cedar, cocoa and black fruit aromas. Handsome fruit with earth, plum and carob elements on the palate. Earthy finish of medium length, with some drying tannins. Already drinkable, it should shine even more in two years.",,25,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Haut-Beauséjour 1995  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-beausejour-1995-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Château Haut-Beauséjour
,Red,US,"A lighter, more accessible style. Has that Dry Creek wild-berry and spicy fruit, and soft, friendly tannins. Rich, spicy and balanced. Not a blockbuster, it just offers lots of pleasure.",,28,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Jessup Cellars 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jessup-cellars-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Jessup Cellars
,Red,US,"This is Boeger's first Pinot, and it's a good beginning. It's fairly straightforward, with bright cherry-berry fruit, good balance and a lingering finish. Boeger is planting more Pinot Noir, which is a good thing.",,20,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Boeger 1997 Pinot Noir (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1997-pinot-noir-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Pinot Noir,1997,Boeger
,Red,France,"A winning wine with solid, substantial Syrah aromas and flavors. Leather, fruit, spice and game on the nose. Ripe cherry and cinnamon flavors with briary accents. Nice mouthfeel and fairly robust, with some complexity.  Balanced and appealing; can still improve. Best Buy.",Tradition,9,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Tradition Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-tradition-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Barton & Guestier
13,Red,US,"Comes out of the chute sporting an attractive fuchsia color. Very light-bodied, with strawberry, ripe cherry and tea flavors. The epitome of friendly; it's clean, juicy and balanced to a tee. The type of wine that puts a smile on your face but doesn't require you to think too much.",,21,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Morgan 1998 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1998-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1998,Morgan
13.5,Red,Australia,"A very good value-priced Shiraz. Moderately extracted, but not overwhelming. Deep, grapey nose with briary and heathery accents. Dark fruit and coffee flavors offset by herb and tar notes. Has a sexy mouthfeel, and is not too sweet. A good effort, especially at this price. Best Buy.",,10,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1998,Jacob's Creek
13.5,Red,US,"The lightness of color belies a fairly full, flavorful Pinot. Brambly raspberry and a touch of orange rind mark the bouquet. The flavors are carried by a large dose of oak- seemingly the house style. Solid acidity, mild tannins and some slight heat on the finish. Certainly tastes the part of a RRV Pinot Noir.",,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Martin Ray 1997 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Martin Ray
13,Red,France,"Surprisngly rich and full, with solid integration of plummy fruit, spice and oak. There's just enough texture and nuance to keep things interesting. Normally Perrin does a solid job with this blend of Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre, and it didn't miss the mark, even in this wet vintage",Reserve,10,88,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Perrin & Fils 1998 Reserve Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perrin-fils-1998-reserve-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Perrin & Fils
13.5,Red,US,"A restrained nose with some toast aromas broadens with airing to reveal plenty of berry and vanilla notes. Verges on fat, but manages to keep itself in check. A vanilla-berry bomb that provides hedonistic pleasure.",Sanel Valley Vineyard,15,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Milone 1997 Sanel Valley Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milone-1997-sanel-valley-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Milone
,Red,France,"Displays handsome aromas and flavors with a complex mix of plummy fruit, earth, mushrooms, violets and lavender, and dusty cocoa. Attractive balance with good body and texture. Blackberry and coffee flavors mark the finish, which sports full but well-dispersed tannins. Appealing now, but has some aging potential, too. Accessible, affordable, appellation-bearing Bordeaux. Best Buy.",Roi Chevalier,14,88,Bordeaux,Saint-Émilion,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Roi Chevalier  (Saint-Émilion),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-roi-chevalier-red-saint-emilion/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"A fine Zin from a fine winery. In addition to the berry notes, a smoked-meat/bacony streak adds interest. Easy-drinking and flavorful. Best Buy.",Ferrero Vineyard,12,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Amador Foothill Winery 1997 Ferrero Vineyard Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-1997-ferrero-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1997,Amador Foothill Winery
13.2,White,US,"A ripe, supple wine, notable for its bright citrus flavors, rich creamy texture, and exceptional acidity. A ripe, balanced, zesty wine. Best Buy.",La Ribera Vineyards,12,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Husch 1998 La Ribera Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-1998-ribera-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Husch
,Red,US,"Superripe and bold, with major-league fruit flavors. Tiers of powerful wild berries, stone fruits, and oriental spices play on the palate. Drinks strong and slightly hot (14.3% alcohol). Full-bodied and almost Port-like.",,16,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Lonetree 1996 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lonetree-1996-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1996,Lonetree
12.5,White,Austria,"First things first: This is expensive Sauvignon Blanc. Having said that , it's not run-of-the-mill S.B. either. Very tight and grassy aromas., like you'd expect, but also a unique level of ripeness and weight in the mouth. Green-apple fruit an da bit of botryis character make it a connoisseur's wine as does the price.",,37,88,Styria,,,Gross 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Styria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gross-1998-sauvignon-blanc-styria/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Gross
,Red,US,"Quite a bit darker and fuller than Newlan's offering from Alexander Valley, with blackberry and currant fruit, chewy tannins, and a creamy texture. Scores extra points for complexity and elegance.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Newlan 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Newlan
13.5,Red,US,"Copious red raspberry fruit is backed up nicely by toasty, pencilly oak. Bright, with higher acidity than many Zins, making it very food-friendly. Yum.",Old Vines,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.5,Red,US,"Funky and spicy; clearly shows the influence of the old field blend of the Pagani Ranch. Earthy berry and cranberry notes show higher acidity than Ridge's or St. Francis's Pagani bottlings. A bit lean and tannic, which seem to be common elements with other Topolos Zins.",Pagani Ranch,30,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Topolos 1997 Pagani Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topolos-1997-pagani-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Topolos
,White,US,"Seems to be trying hard to be a Chardonnay. Maybe that's the result of barrel fermentation, but even that can't mask the joyful flavors of lemon and lime with a sprig of mint that leap out of the glass.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Kunde
,Red,US,"Dark and youthfully purple. Has deep aromas of blackberry jam and plum preserves, with a splash of oak and vanilla. Tastes immature and jammy. Tannins are thick now. This baby needs a few years to mellow.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wellington 1998 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Wellington
13.5,White,Australia,"A larger-scaled, fuller-flavored and decidedly oakier wine than the regular bottling. Fat and buttery, with loads of toasty, vanillin oak around a core of apple and peach fruit. Broad apple-oak finish. Attractive wine at a fair price for lovers of this style of Chardonnay.",Reserve,16,88,South Australia,Padthaway,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-reserve-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,1998,Jacob's Creek
13.8,Red,US,"This one has some of Syrah's patented "" funky"" aromas, such as sauerkraut, prunes, barnyard and pepper. But in the mouth, it offers plenty of sweet berry fruit, spice and mocha. The wood influence here is heavy, but not overpowering or offensive - just be prepared for some oak-driven individuality.",Canterbury Vineyard,28,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Bell 1997 Canterbury Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1997-canterbury-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills/,Syrah,1997,Bell
14.5,Red,US,"Exhibits common California Pinot aromas of beets and root beer, along with spiced strawberries. Fairly full and rich, it's a plump rendition that shows a touch of alcoholic heat in the finish (14.5%).",,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Edmeades 1997 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1997-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Edmeades
,Red,US,"Talk about size. Ultrarich, ultraripe fruit—you can literally taste the sun in the rich, sweet, pure berry flavors. Feels rich and thick in the mouth; jammy and viscous, with outsized fruit. But has the tannic and acid structure to pull it off.",Eaglepoint Vineyard,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Edmeades 1996 Eaglepoint Vineyard Petite Sirah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1996-eaglepoint-vineyard-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Petite Sirah,1996,Edmeades
,Red,US,"Lots of ultraripe brambly fruit here: blackberry, blueberry, raspberry, and crushed hard spices like clove and nutmeg. Clean and elegant. Heady, at 15.2% alcohol, but balanced. A fun wine that's delightful to drink.",Reserve,18,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Madroña 1997 Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-1997-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Madroña
15.9,Red,US,"This wine has a remarkable purity that's a testimony to deft winemaking. The tannins are rich and soft, and the alcohol is balanced. It's all built around a solid core of black-cherry fruit. Very claret-like.",Benito Dusi Ranch,26,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1998 Benito Dusi Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1998-benito-dusi-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Peachy Canyon
13.7,Red,US,"Has forward black-cherry and raspberry fruit and something almost sweet, like cotton candy. At the same time, it's very tannic, as Grgich Zins tend to be. Your tongue sticks to your palate. Finishes tough and bitter, but should be fine in time.",,20,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Grgich Hills 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Grgich Hills
13.5,Red,Australia,"Young and well-stuffed, showing lots of promise. Fairly opaque in color, with a bouquet of blackberries and lots of smoky, toasty oak. Fairly extracted—almost sappy—in the mouth, but with good acidity to keep it from becoming cloying. Shows very good depth of cassis and black licorice flavors. Long finish with full tannins, dark fruit and vanillin oak flavors. Approachable now; better in two years.",Reserve,15,89,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Jacob's Creek 1997 Reserve Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1997-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Jacob's Creek
13.5,White,US,"Few wineries make inexpensive premium wine as well as Estancia, and this fruity, oaky Chard is no exception. Loaded with tropical fruit, coconut, buttercream and hard spices, it's a pleasure to drink. Best Buy.",Pinnacles,12,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 1998 Pinnacles Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-1998-pinnacles-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Estancia
,Red,US,"A jammy, highly extracted style, with bright berry fruit. Very tannic; it coats the palate with dusty, almost anesthetizing tannins, but seems to have the stuffing to age.",Cooke,28,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ravenswood 1997 Cooke Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1997-cooke-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Ravenswood
16.8,Red,US,"This is a bone-dry late-harvest Zinfandel made at the limits of dry red wine, with nearly 17% alcohol. It's aptly named; the aromas and flavors are robust and intense, almost Port-like except for the absence of sugar. Very nice drinking; pure and pleasurable, although at this size you have to be careful how much you drink.",Robusto,30,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Robusto Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-robusto-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kunde
14.1,Red,US,"There's a lot going on in here - from coffee, caramel, and chocolate oak notes to black-cherry and root-beer aromas and flavors. Finishes with a touch of peppery stemminess that adds some needed grip. All the elements merge together to make a harmonious, delicious whole.",Reserve,22,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Estancia
12.5,Rose,France,"A classy pink wine made for wowing the taste buds, not chugging. Unlike most summer-oriented rosés, this one is elegant and refined. Splash a cool mouthful around your palate and absorb the peach and strawberry flavors, and the mildly drying oak. Awfully good as rosé goes, but expensive.",Château De Selle Clair de Noir,29,89,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 1998 Château De Selle Clair de Noir Rosé (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-1998-chateau-selle-clair-noir-rose-cotes/,Rosé,1998,Domaines Ott
,Red,France,"Darker aromas and flavors than the '95. There is a slight menthol coolness to the cassis flavors; tobacco and cedar accents are strong. The mouthfeel is big and structured. The finish is long, with lots of flavor and broad tannins. A keeper. Hold for four to eight years.",,30,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 1996  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-1996-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Château de Pez
13.5,Red,US,"A supple, medium-weight Pinot that has berry fruit, spice, and an earthy streak. The fruit is all about plums, blueberries and black currants. Drinks a little dense and tannic now but that's because of its youthfulness. Put it away for 2-3 years and it should age into a silky, complex beauty.",,25,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Acacia 1998 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1998-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Acacia
,Red,US,"From an increasingly well-regarded (and expensive!) vineyard. Wondrously complex, with aromas of blueberries and thyme, vanilla, blackberries and toast. Very ripe and extracted. The dense fruity flavors have the thickness of a liqueur, but it's balanced and graceful.",Alegria Vineyard,30,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,JC Cellars 1998 Alegria Vineyard Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jc-cellars-1998-alegria-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,JC Cellars
13,Red,US,"Elegant and suave, this is red Burgundy as interpreted in Mendocino. Solid red-cherry fruit and a velvety mouthfeel are complemented by a certain herbal stemminess that adds complexity and structure.",,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Domaine Saint Gregory 1997 Pinot Noir (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-saint-gregory-1997-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Noir,1997,Domaine Saint Gregory
15,Red,US,"Dark, intense and spicy, this Zin avoids the herbal qualities that can creep into Paso Robles reds. Briary blackberry fruit finishes with a touch of vanilla and some mild wood tannins. Only 150 cases made.",Blue Moon Reserve,35,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1997 Blue Moon Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1997-blue-moon-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Tobin James
13.5,Red,US,"A full-bore yet reserved wine, with lots of spicy fruit, bright acidity and proper oak. It's a dead-on RRV Pinot, with cherry fruit in spades, and a nice undercurrent of vanilla and lavender. Should be at its finest in a couple of years. A nice inaugural effort.",Dutton Ranch,33,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 1998 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-1998-ranch-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Dutton-Goldfield
,Red,US,"The dominant aroma is cigar box and cigars themselves. Quite dusty and spicy, yet there's plenty of ripe plum, blackberry and currant. Dry and heady, at 15.1% alcohol, but it has the balance and harmony to pull it off. An extraordinarily likable Zin.",Sadie Upton,22,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Karly 1998 Sadie Upton Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karly-1998-sadie-upton-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Karly
12.5,Rose,France,"Fresh flower blossom aromas and delightful peach and strawberry flavors define this dry, rather signifcant rosé. The opposite of a summer popsicle, there's body galore, secondary complexities and a long, warming, creamy finish. The only knock is that the fruit is subordinate to nuance.",Château Romassan Cuvée Marine,28,90,Provence,Bandol,,Domaines Ott 1998 Château Romassan Cuvée Marine Rosé (Bandol),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-1998-chateau-romassan-cuvee-marine-rose-bandol/,Rosé,1998,Domaines Ott
,Red,US,"A complex and immediately likable red blend with all sorts of berry and stone-fruit flavors. Spicy, dry and rich. Exuberantly Californian in its sun-ripened size. Contains 75% Zinfandel, 15% Petite Sirah and 10% Syrah.",Sorcery,28,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Hidden Cellars 1997 Sorcery Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1997-sorcery-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1997,Hidden Cellars
,Red,US,"What's nice about this wine is the fine line between the rich, ripe berry fruit and the earthy, tree-bark and coffee notes. All Zins should be this balanced. Dry and fairly tannic, but you can easily enjoy it tonight.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Castle 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Castle
,Red,US,"Extraordinarily fragrant, with pretty raspberry, black cherry, sun-dried tomato, and oaky-vanilla aromas. Flavors are rich, deep and concentrated; very ripe and pure. Notable for its balance and harmony.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Van Asperen 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-asperen-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Van Asperen
,Red,US,"This baby wears an amazing youthful purple robe. Blueberry and vanilla hit you hard. Beautiful depth of flavor to the generous fruit, but thankfully it stays dry and balanced. Chewy tannins, if a little soft. A fine example of Paso Robles Zin.",,24,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hunt Cellars 1998 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunt-cellars-1998-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Hunt Cellars
,Red,US,"From century-old vines. An excellent wine defining the old-vine style. Ripe, fruity, and very extracted and spicy, but not over the top. Manages to keep the alcohol under control and achieves a claret-like balance and harmony.",Old Vine,24,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fanucchi 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanucchi-1997-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Fanucchi
12.5,Red,France,"Deeper and more powerful than the '95, with robust black currant, coffee, and cedar aromas and flavors. Rich, nicely balanced mouthfeel and a long, full finish with plenty of tannins. Hold for three to five years, or drink with very hearty fare.",Cru Bourgeois,25,90,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Haut-Beauséjour 1996 Cru Bourgeois  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-beausejour-1996-cru-bourgeois-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Château Haut-Beauséjour
14.5,Red,US,"Light-to-medium-bodied, but hardly weak.  An elegant Pinot that amply reflects what people mean when they say “Russian River Pinot Noir.”  Cinnamon spice, brambly raspberry, and stylish sweet oak throughout.  An intriguing and impressive first-ever M-G Pinot from Olivet Lane and Home Vineyards.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Murphy-Goode 1997 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Murphy-Goode
13.5,Red,Chile,"A commemorative bottling of Cabernet in honor of Domaines Barons de Rothschild's first ten years in Chile. Very supple and well-made, it's the next in a line of recent prestige cuvées from this heretofore value-driven country. Gorgeous bright-cherry fruit and a luscious mouthfeel. Plenty of spice and mint on the nose, and softly finished. Chilean in flavor, with a reserved profile more common to Bordeaux.",Le Dix de Los Vascos,40,91,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 1996 Le Dix de Los Vascos Red (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-1996-le-dix-los-vascos-red-colchagua-valley/,Red Blend,1996,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
14.5,Red,US,"The aromas of leather, deep berries, game and coffee scream Syrah, and the mouth follows with opulent tiers of plum, cassis, bitter chocolate, and a distinct and wonderful earthiness. This hails from the Eaglepoint vineyard, which is fast becoming a defining property for both Syrah and Mendocino County.",Eaglepoint Ranch,19,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Lonetree 1997 Eaglepoint Ranch Syrah (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lonetree-1997-eaglepoint-ranch-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Syrah,1997,Lonetree
,White,Chile,"This one clicks on all cylinders. Mild and comported in the nose, with peach and banana aromas. It dances on the palate with lemon, butter, more peach and a slight melony note. On the finish, it just slips away gracefully. One of Chile's best efforts with white wine.",Alpha Special Cuvée,20,91,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 1998 Alpha Special Cuvée Chardonnay (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1998-alpha-special-cuvee-chardonnay-curico-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Montes
,Red,Australia,"A superbly balanced wine, showing considerable finesse. The complex nose displays smoky, earthy black fruit, oak and tobacco aromas. Suave mouthfeel with fine blackberry and cassis fruit. The finish turns attractively sweet and sour, in an almost oriental sense. Seductive already, and will last. Impressive. To be released later this year.",Limited Release 150th Annivers,65,91,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1994 Limited Release 150th Annivers Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1994-limited-release-150th-annivers-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Jacob's Creek
13,Red,US,"A balanced and harmonious wine with elevated Syrah fruit and some complexity in the center. The finish is long and layered, with a trace of earthy meatiness.",,16,91,California,Lake County,Lake County,Steele 1997 Syrah (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Syrah,1997,Steele
14.5,Red,US,"A consistently fine wine, and the '97 doesn't miss a beat. Lavender and rose-petal aromas lead into a full mouthfeel that maintains terrific balance. Warm and spicy, the black fruit mixes nicely with some light woody notes. This one is drinkable right now, but the mildly tannic finish indicates that it will improve over the next 18 months.",,17,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Foppiano 1997 Petite Sirah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foppiano-1997-petite-sirah-sonoma-county/,Petite Sirah,1997,Foppiano
14,Red,Chile,"Words like pungent and hedonistic best describe this voluptuous and chewy Cabernet Sauvignon. Almost overflows with spectacular black currant and herbal character. Huge black-cherry and licorice flavor is carried in a wrap of soft, enveloping tannins. Heady stuff that pumps out the volume. Will evolve if given time in the cellar.",Casa Real,40,92,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Rita 1997 Casa Real Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-rita-1997-casa-real-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Santa Rita
,White,US,"A silky, viscous, lovely wine that is the equal of just about any Marsanne from the south of France. It's bright and fresh on the palate, with a touch of apple and vanilla backed by citrus and toast. One of Preston's best efforts.",,13,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1998 Marsanne (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-marsanne-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Marsanne,1998,Preston
,Red,US,"An amazing wine, with classic Howell Mountain monster fruit. Bursts with blueberry, currant, and blackberry aromas and flavors, and a rich streak of mushroom. Extracted and pure; very dry and spicy. This is the last vintage of this wine; the vineyard has been replanted to Cabernet Sauvignon.",The Last Hurrah,35,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Storybook Mountain 1997 The Last Hurrah Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-1997-last-hurrah-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,1997,Storybook Mountain
,White,US,"Concentrated and oaky. Very intense and concentrated, with peach, pear and fig notes. Notable for its limpid, soft quality. Creamy and smooth. A very fine, elegant wine.",George Troquato Signature Rese,42,92,California,California Other,California,Testarossa 1997 George Troquato Signature Rese Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/testarossa-1997-george-troquato-signature-rese-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Testarossa
,Red,US,"From the Zinmaster Cline brothers comes a ripe, elegant beauty. Packed with raspberry, dark chocolate, tobacco, nutmeg, clove, and a kiss of vanilla-scented oak, it's complex and lush. Very dry, very strong and very interesting.",Live Oak Vineyard,28,92,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1997 Live Oak Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1997-live-oak-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Cline
14.2,White,US,"A dense, compact Chardonnay more in the tradition of fat, woody California Chards than his stylish Hyde bottling. Still there is wonderful plump pear fruit, vanilla, and a soft, cuddling finish. It's ample and weighty, but not at all overdone.",Hudson Vineyard,48,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramey 1997 Hudson Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramey-1997-hudson-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Ramey
,Red,US,"One of the most textbook Zins you'll ever have. Bursts with ripe, sweet raspberry, blueberry and black-cherry fruit, tangerine, tobacco and spice. Wonderfully fruity; good winemaking has controlled the alcohol and tannins. The net effect is a rollicking good wine, at a fair price for great Zin.",Papa Nonno Old Vine Clone,20,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Forchini 1998 Papa Nonno Old Vine Clone Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forchini-1998-papa-nonno-old-vine-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Forchini
13.9,Red,US,"From a winery long associated with Petite Sirah. Deeply colored and absolutely terrific. The aromas include blackberries, smoked meat, nutmeg, white pepper and candied fruits. Flavors are huge, and run to the ripest berries. Tannins are considerable-this wine requires aging.",,28,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1996 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1996-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1996,Stags' Leap Winery
14.2,White,US,"David Ramey is distinguishing himself as one of America's top winemakers and his second-ever Chardonnay from this vineyard is stellar. Burgundian in style, it features butterscotch, jasmine, honeysuckle and even some cream soda on the nose. The buttery, citrus flavors unfold little by little until you have what can best be described as a marvelous wine.",Hyde Vineyard,46,95,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramey 1997 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramey-1997-hyde-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Ramey
13.8,White,US,A heavily oaked nose contains cheese-like elements and a hint of oxidation. The soft creamy mouthfeel is offset by tired apple flavors and lemony acidity. Barely acceptable.,Private Reserve,18,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wildhurst 1997 Private Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-1997-private-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Wildhurst
12.5,White,US,"The color is an odd, brownish gold, and the nose suggests overripe apples. A very dry, dusty style that speaks more of Sherry casks than fruit.",,8,80,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Preston
13.5,White,US,"From a producer that normally fares well with reds, this Chard features herb and green-pea flavors over the tart lime fruit.",Reserve,16,81,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-1998-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Parducci
13,White,US,"Offers a way-out nose with an odd assortment of aromas including overripe fruits, cocktail syrup, and a shellac-like note. Rich mouthfeel with buttery, caramel flavors, but seems overdone, and/or is fading fast.",,20,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,San Saba 1997 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-saba-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1997,San Saba
13,White,US,"A tough, acidic wine with some bitter edges to it. Needs some time to soften up.",,10,81,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Preston
12.5,White,US,"Odd notes prevail from the herb, mint and somewhat medicinal nose. Apple juice and an almost almondy, sherry quality on the palate. Disjointed and weak.",Palombo Vineyard,18,81,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Creek 1997 Palombo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-creek-1997-palombo-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Carneros Creek
12.5,White,France,"Difficult nose with mushroom aromas and sulfur notes. Slightly sweet apple and quince flavors; still somewhat musty. Good mouthfeel, simple finish. The parts are there, but it doesn't sing.",Vouvray,12,81,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Michel Picard 1997 Vouvray  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1997-vouvray-chenin-blanc-vouvray/,Chenin Blanc,1997,Michel Picard
13.1,White,US,"The weak apple fruit also carries a mildly foul aroma of sauerkraut. It finishes prickly, as if the fermentation was troubled. Basic and just barely acceptable. Not too much here to hang your hat on.",Barrel Fermented,16,81,California,South Coast,Temecula,Cilurzo 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cilurzo-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-south-coast-temecula/,Chardonnay,1998,Cilurzo
,White,US,"Crisp and melony, with a bit of vanilla and toast for interest. The finish has a flat, vitamin-pill edge to it.",,12,82,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Staton Hills 1997 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staton-hills-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Staton Hills
12.9,White,US,"Fruity aromas are distant but clean. Orange, lemon and lime define the tart palate, and it's got a touch of powdered orange drink in there, too. High acidity drives this snappy, tart package.",Estate Bottled,17,82,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Chardonnay,1998,Renaissance
13,White,US,"Pear and vanilla mark this wine's attractive opening, but it doesn't follow through on the promise. Lacks the density of fruit amd enough acidity to keep it as well strung and lively as it could be.",Aleta's Vineyard,24,82,California,Napa,Yountville,Bell 1998 Aleta's Vineyard Chardonnay (Yountville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bell-1998-aletas-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-yountville/,Chardonnay,1998,Bell
12.5,Red,France,"Seems light and somewhat tired, with mature aromas of faint cherry. Presents true-to-Pinot sour-cherry fruit on the palate, which is tangy and displays fairly high acidity. Closes with a clean, tart cherry finish.",,12,82,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Michel Picard 1996  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1996-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1996,Michel Picard
,Red,US,"Young, grapey and firm, with decent black-cherry fruit. The tannins are still rough, and the wine could profit from another year or so in the bottle. Right now it drinks like a pleasant, but coarse, country wine.",,12,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Duck Pond 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Duck Pond
13,White,US,"Mulled cider and alcohol aromas. The fruit is rather candied and overripe. Soft mouthfeel and closes with a sweet caramel finish. Though full, it's a bit awkward and lacks substance for its weight.",Bad Dog Ranch,19,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Salmon Creek 1997 Bad Dog Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-creek-1997-bad-dog-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Salmon Creek
13,White,US,"Ripe apples and whiskey barrel scents in the nose. The fruit tastes quite ripe, and there's plenty of new oak wrapped around it. An off-putting bitterness mars the finish.",Reserve,16,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Preston
12.5,Rose,US,"Cherry Kool-aid red, with a grapey, cherry-Lifesaver nose. Light cherry fruit tells the whole story. A wine to sip cold on a hot day.",Beaujolais Rose,10,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Preston 1998 Beaujolais Rose Gamay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-beaujolais-rose-gamay-columbia-valley-wa/,Gamay,1998,Preston
14.1,White,US,Fairly heavy nose of pinapple and buttered pears. There is some fruit but it is overwhelmed by the oak. The mouthfeel is slippery and it finishes weakly.,Barrel Select Nagasawa Vyd,18,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Paradise Ridge 1997 Barrel Select Nagasawa Vyd Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paradise-ridge-1997-barrel-select-nagasawa-vyd-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Paradise Ridge
13.7,White,US,"Light aromas and flavors, mostly in the pinnaple and citrus range, with a slight cleanser-like note. The mouthfeel is insubstantial and the finish lemony. A disappointment.",,19,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Silverado
13.3,White,US,"This is loaded with oak and lees, but the fruit is lemony, herbal and minerally, and doesn't quite sing under such treatment.",Estate Bottled,25,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,RustRidge
13.5,White,US,"Has a pretty nose that shows toast, green-apple and herb notes, then turns buttery and cream-chessy--too much so. The dairy element is offputting.",Reserve,20,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-1997-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1997,Concannon
13.5,Red,France,"Opens with a gamy, earthy, leathery nose. The wine doesn't flesh out much, but shows some sweet rose and tobacco flavors on its relatively light frame. Slightly rustic, it has some good flavors but not the weight or density one hopes to find here.",,23,83,Rhône Valley,Châteauneuf-du-Pape,,Michel Picard 1996 Grenache (Châteauneuf-du-Pape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1996-grenache-chateauneuf-pape/,Grenache,1996,Michel Picard
13,White,US,"A hard one to define, with raosted chestnut, nougat, raisins and toasted marshmallows. Maybe it's starting to fade away. Seems earthy and engaging, but also soft and flat. May have been better in earlier days.",Family Reserve,24,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Joullian 1996 Family Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joullian-1996-family-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Joullian
14,White,US,"Features light pear and caramel aromas marred by some cidery or varnishy notes. A bit dull, with faint oak-derived toast and menthol elements. A tough vintage for this normally reliable producer.",,19,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Sanford
13.3,Red,US,"This mostly Cabernet blend (85%/15% Merlot) shows some good, tart, black-cherry and cassis fruit in the nose. It's surprisingly soft and toasty for such a young wine. The impression on the palate is light, tart and crisply tannic, and the fruit falls off in a quick finish.",,18,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 1997 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-1997-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,E. B. Foote
13.3,White,US,"A light wine with mild lemon and tropical fruit aromas. The mouthfeel is lean and tangy, with green-apple flavors. Finishes a bit tart, with a citrusy sharpness. Not this winery's best performance.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Frog's Leap
13.5,White,US,"Odd and hard to get a a handle on, the aromas and flavors range from menthol to boiled meat to lime to vegetal.",Barrel Fermented Private Reser,17,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Windsor 1997 Barrel Fermented Private Reser Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1997-barrel-fermented-private-reser-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Windsor
13,White,US,"Seems to be fading already--the apples seem tired, the lemony acidity is a bit rough. Still, it retains some nice butter and spice nuances.",,18,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Hess Collection
,Red,US,"Plenty of earth and barnyard in the nose, with dark, toasty licorice underneath. There's some nice concentrated cherry fruit at the core of this wine, but the rough tannins are a bit too bombastic at this point in time.",,19,83,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Weisinger's of Ashland 1997 Merlot (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/weisingers-ashland-1997-merlot-southern-rogue-valley/,Merlot,1997,Weisinger's of Ashland
13,White,US,"The nose is decidedly of hay, or maybe even creamed corn.  The flavors pop, as the mouth both tastes and feels tired. If you dig deep enough you can find some light green apples and buttery toast. Miles away from the Estate Reserve.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thomas Fogarty 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-fogarty-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Thomas Fogarty
13.2,White,US,"Grapefruit and melons, but also a plastic, almost banana pudding side to the nose. The palate has some dull grapefruit and plenty of tang. Overall it seems almost like a Sauvignon Blanc, but as a Chardonnay it seems lacking varietal correctness and style.",,22,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Cellars 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-cellars-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Napa Cellars
13,White,France,"Quite lean citrus, nut and anise aromas announce this crisp, briskly acidic white. The wine shows some positive aromas and flavors and has a long finish, but the lemon and vanilla elements cannot overcome the fairly piercing sharpness.",Domaine Champs Perdix,16,84,Burgundy,Rully,,Michel Picard 1995 Domaine Champs Perdix  (Rully),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1995-domaine-champs-perdix-chardonnay-rully/,Chardonnay,1995,Michel Picard
12.5,White,US,"An intriguing nose of oak-derived spice—cinnamon, clove and licorice—is unfortunately followed by a wine that lacks follow-through on the palate, where it's a bit thin and lemony. The fruit intensity needs to be ratcheted up.",,17,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Douglas Hill 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douglas-hill-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley-2034/,Chardonnay,1997,Douglas Hill
14.1,White,US,"Buttery and earthy, with pear, pineapple and tropical fruit on the midpalate. Finishes with tangy acidity and wood notes.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Audubon Cellars 1997 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audubon-cellars-1997-sangiacomo-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma/,Chardonnay,1997,Audubon Cellars
13.5,White,US,"Modest apple aromas, vanilla, and a trace of pineapple on the nose announce this wine. It is light and crisp with green-apple fruit, minty accents and tangy acidity. Light mouthfeel. Spicy finish.",,15,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Kenwood
12.5,White,US,"The nose is a mixed bag of mint, spice, herbs and apple/pinapple fruit. Lean and herbaceous flavors fall into a brisk, tart, streamlined finish devoid of roundness or secondary appeal.  Has the potential to be percieved as sharp.",,22,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Peju
12.5,Red,France,"Offers aromas of strawberry and cinnamon on the nose. Bright, tart berry flavors on the medium-weight palate and decent acidity. Nice, dry berry finish with a slightly chalky note.",Beaujolais-Villages,11,84,Beaujolais,Beaujolais,,Michel Picard 1998 Beaujolais-Villages  (Beaujolais),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1998-beaujolais-villages-gamay-beaujolais/,Gamay,1998,Michel Picard
13.9,White,US,"Simple candied pinapple fruit allied to dry, dusty oak makes for a simple quaff that finsihes on the sweet side.",Estate Bottled,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stonegate 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stonegate-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Stonegate
13,White,US,"Buttery but earthy, even a bit musty. A slight chlorine-like whiff lessens with breathing.  Crisp, tangy and spicy, with lively apple fruit, but the high acidity bites a bit at the tail end. Good elements but does not cohere.",Abbotts Vineyard,20,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,St. Clement 1998 Abbotts Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1998-abbotts-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,St. Clement
13.5,White,US,"Shows an almost indecipherable nose with hay and vegetable aromas.  Geen-apple and orange flavors are displayed on the tangy palate, and lemon and oak mingle on the finish.  Strangely disjointed.",,16,84,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sequoia Grove 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sequoia-grove-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Sequoia Grove
14.1,White,US,"A lot of apple and spice, but also a lacquer note to the opening. It never hits much of a stride, with only mild apple fruit mixed with some honey to latch on to. Not a faulty wine, just what it is: okay.",Saratoga Vineyard,25,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cinnabar 1997 Saratoga Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-1997-saratoga-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Cinnabar
13.5,White,US,"A dense highly-aked wine. Everything--the nose, mouth and finish--seems heavily toasted here, and the pinapple fruit struggles to be recognized.  Very tangy mouthfeel and close, but in a woody, not citrusy sense.",H.B. Vineyard,28,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Peju 1998 H.B. Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peju-1998-hb-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Peju
10.5,Dessert,US,"Off-dry pineapple and coconut fruit, with an odd, slightly bitter roughness in the finish.",Reserve Late Harvest,23,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1997 Reserve Late Harvest Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1997-reserve-late-harvest-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1997,Columbia Crest
13,Red,France,"Shows full cherry, licorice, leather and barnyardy notes on the nose. Some sour cherry and raspberry flavors, with sly oak and chocolate accents; a slightly creamy mouthfeel and a medium-long mineral and herb finish. Again, good elements, but the total effect is curiously less than the sum of the parts.",Domaine Voarick,,84,Burgundy,Beaune,,Michel Picard 1997 Domaine Voarick  (Beaune),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1997-domaine-voarick-pinot-noir-beaune/,Pinot Noir,1997,Michel Picard
13,White,US,"The nose offers some nice buttery aromas. Displays modest apple fruit with sweet toasty accents, but the mouthfeel is soft, lacking spine or drive. Closes with some oaky notes and a slightly slick quality.",Barrel Fermented,19,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Laurier 1996 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laurier-1996-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Laurier
13.5,White,US,"Seems to be tiring. Still, there's enough creamy richness, vanilla and apples to keep it interesting for now. Drink up.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Folie à Deux
13.8,White,US,"Pretty light-toast, pear, and cinnamon-clove aromas give way to almost cloying mixed fruit and a sticky finish. Very soft and buttery.",Katherine's Vineyard,21,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1998 Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1998-katherines-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Cambria
13.9,White,US,"Distinctly lemony aromas but with a cleanser-like edge and light toast notes. There is real fruit here, but the flavors are at once large and indistinct. The tart lemon element accompanied by herb and stony notes reappears on the finish.",Bliss Vineyard,15,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Brutocao 1998 Bliss Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1998-bliss-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Brutocao
13.5,White,US,"Heavy on the pineapple, there are also some earthy, musky scents on the nose. The heavy, oily mouthfeel carries modest orange and lemon flavors.",Largo Ranch Reserve,20,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 1998 Largo Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-1998-largo-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Parducci
12.5,Red,US,"A sweet toasty nose and soft pretty fruit make this just right for near-term drinking. It's a light, almost Chianti-like style, a bit tart, but open and ready to drink with your favorite pasta.",,11,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1997 Red (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1997-red-columbia-valley-yakima/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Hyatt
12.9,White,US,"A soft, ripe wine that comes across as a bit simple and sweet. Pear, caramel and vanilla flavors finish with an earthy, spicy edge.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Midnight 1997 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/midnight-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1997,Midnight
13.9,White,US,"Green-apple and lime aromas on the nose follow through on the palate, with herb-tea and chalky accents.  Has fairly high acidity for the weight of the fruit and finishes a bit sharp.",Reserve,24,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Santa Barbara Winery 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-barbara-winery-1997-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Santa Barbara Winery
13.4,White,US,"Dig deeply into the sweet nose and you get both ponderous and unwanted fruit cocktail but also nicer cinnamon and cloves. Some almonds and herbs to the mouth and finish, and even some Pinot Grigio-style lightness that some may read as insipid.",,22,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sapphire Hill 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sapphire-hill-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Sapphire Hill
13,White,France,"Opens with a lean nose of green apple, light vanilla and herbs. In the mouth it shows smoke, green tea and a touch of sweetness. Light body, crisp mouthfeel. Clean finish with a slight chalkiness. Good, if a bit light.",,24,84,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Michel Picard 1997  Pouilly-Fuissé,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1997-chardonnay-pouilly-fuisse/,Chardonnay,1997,Michel Picard
14,White,US,"Light aromas of melon, apple juice and herbs seem overripe. Pear and earth flavors on the medium-weight palate, and a lean, rather sharp citrus finish. Some good elements, but a strangely disjointed wine.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,27,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Sanford 1997 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1997-benedict-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Sanford
13.5,White,US,"Leans toward the pine and herb spectrum of aromas and flavors, verging on chemical. Mixes in some pineapple and lemon fruit on the palate. Lean, tart and tangy, with a fairly long finish.",,18,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Keenan
13.3,White,US,"A toasted-barrel-driven wine featuring smoky, toasty aromas—even a pungent coffee-like note. Subtle cinnamon and green-apple flavors sneak in, then the oak reasserts itself on the finish.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bedford Thompson 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedford-thompson-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Bedford Thompson
13,White,US,"Minty pear and apple aromas, with a flavor profile that's pure green apple, orange and lime. Tart and chalky in the mouth, but there is a positive minerally quality working in its favor. Crisp and simple.",Estate Bottled,16,85,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Retzlaff 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/retzlaff-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Retzlaff
13.5,White,US,"Presents a lean nose, with light apple and herb aromas and a touch of an off-putting element to some tasters. Pear, lime and mint flavors on a streamlined mouthfeel are well integrated here. Green-apple finish with oaky notes. Improves strongly after the odd nose.",Don Miguel Vineyard,25,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Marimar Torres 1997 Don Miguel Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marimar-torres-1997-don-miguel-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Marimar Torres
13,White,France,"Complex nose of spices, vanilla, toast and a hint of bergamot. Anise, lemon and earth flavors, and a fairly full mouthfeel are appealing, but even the interesting bergamot note reappearing on the finish bows to wine's overall lean, tart profile. A tight 1996, it may open up in another year or two.",Château de Chassagne-Montrache 1er Cru Les Charmois,26,85,Burgundy,Saint-Aubin,,Michel Picard 1996 Château de Chassagne-Montrache 1er Cru Les Charmois  (Saint-Aubin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-picard-1996-chateau-chassagne-montrache-1er-cru-charmois-chardonnay-saint-aubin/,Chardonnay,1996,Michel Picard
13.4,White,US,"Starts off a bit metallic, then turns more mainstream, with apples, citrus, and tropical fruits vying with a toasty, earthy edge.",Carpy Ranch,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1997 Carpy Ranch Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1997-carpy-ranch-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Freemark Abbey
13.1,White,US,"The nose is unusually foresty and smacks of orange, tree bark and some camphor. Sweet and full, with some long, spicy notes. A little out of the ordinary.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Echelon 1998 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-1998-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Echelon
13,Red,US,"Dried roses, cherry fruit, and a whiff of bell pepper introduce a congenial wine ready for near-term enjoyment. A bit young and acidic up front, but the finish leavens into a softer, fruitier set of flavors with some pleasantly leafy, toasty highlights.",,14,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1997 Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1997,Hyatt
13.5,White,US,"Very lean and crisp, with lemon-lime and melony aromas. Offers bright lime and herb flavors on the palate. Decidedly lean, it is another of the lighter but attractive almost Pinot Grigio-like wines tasted.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 1998 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Handley
13.5,White,US,"Lavishly oaked; grandiose toast meets smokestack lightning on the nose. It calms down on the palate, where it leans toward apple and lemon fruit before moving smoothly into a long, toasty finish.",Reserve,16,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Leeward 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeward-1998-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Leeward
13,White,US,"Modest aromas of pear and vanilla on the nose. The fairly soft palate displays subtle apple fruit with buttery, toasty notes and a touch of earthy complexity. The finish builds nicely with earth and toast. A bit faint of fruit, but nicely built.",Lolonis Vineyard,28,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Steele 1998 Lolonis Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-lolonis-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
14.1,White,US,"Peach and vanilla are all over the bouquet, which indicates that the body will be plump and oaky, which it is. The wine is full of heft, but also falls flat, especially on the finish. A very straightforward butterball.",Jacques De Coninck,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaucanon 1997 Jacques De Coninck Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaucanon-1997-jacques-coninck-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Beaucanon
13.7,White,US,"Quite buttery, with ample apple, melon and citrus fruit. Some herb and mineral flavors add an interesting note of complexity to the long finish.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Babcock
13.8,White,US,"On the herbaceous side, with anise and pine/resinous notes competing with lean pineapple fruit. Finishes with a discordant, metallic quality.",Estate Bottled,15,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alexander Valley Vineyards 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Alexander Valley Vineyards
13.8,White,US,"The bouquet is all chunky oranges, which is followed by pineapple fruit and a distinct current of mandarin orange flavor. Then it goes rather lemony on its way out. Has plenty of palate-cleansing zip but not much else",Library Collection,15,85,California,California Other,California,Kautz 1997 Library Collection Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kautz-1997-library-collection-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Kautz
13.5,White,US,"Pineapple and pear aromas lead into sweet, clean fruit flavors. The wine is a touch sweet, but it also has an interesting chalkiness in the mouth. Simple clean fruit on the finish. Cleanly made, but not very lively.",Reserve,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Raymond
,White,US,"Tropical fruit with a pineapply edge to it throughout the nose and on the palate. There's a pleasing, plump assertiveness to the middle, and lingering apple/cinnamon spice through the finish.",,11,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Snoqualmie 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/snoqualmie-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Snoqualmie
13.5,White,US,"With this one you never get totally past the sulfuric, heavily buttered-up start. From there it improves a little, showing apples, spice and light pear fruit in the mouth. In the end, however, it is an overdone wine that is heavily oaked and getting old as we speak.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Silver Mountain 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silver-mountain-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Silver Mountain
13.7,White,US,"Here's a pleasant, typical Washington Chardonnay, with apple-butter flavors underscored by toasty oak. Straightforward and appealing for near-term drinking.",,12,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),E. B. Foote 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/e-b-foote-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,E. B. Foote
13.5,White,US,"Buttered toast and mild fruit aromas open to green-apple and butterscotch flavors. Fairly thick and rich, but the flavors are not of scale with the wine's weight. Odd sweet and chalky finish. Big, but not substantial.",Showcase Selection,30,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1998 Showcase Selection Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-showcase-selection-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Mirassou
12.5,White,US,"Fruity and clean, it's made for take-out Thai food and summer deck parties. Chill it and swill it.",,7,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1999 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1999-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,1999,Hogue
13,White,US,"Light poached pear and vanilla aromas on the nose. On the palate the wine comes across as light, even a bit lifeless in both flavor intensity and mouthfeel. Soft pear and stone-fruit flavors. Oak comes way up on the finish, but it has little to build on.",Barrel Fermented Reserve,23,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1998 Barrel Fermented Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1998-barrel-fermented-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Flora Springs
13,White,US,"There's a little funkiness in the nose, which otherwise shows some lemon/lime and green-apple notes. The wine is balanced and fruity, simple and approachable.",,9,85,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Waterbrook 1998 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/waterbrook-1998-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Waterbrook
14,White,US,"Melon and pear aromas, but an odd note on the nose detracts. After that it's a stylish wine with a lean, angular profile showing pear and melon fruit and herb accents. Light but well balanced in the mouth. Touch of popcorn on the finish.",Riva Ranch Reserve,15,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 1998 Riva Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1998-riva-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1998,Wente
13,White,US,"Overtly fruity, with apple and fruit-cocktail aromas. The palate is of medium weight and tangy, with tart orange flavors. Finishes similarly. Not on a par with previous performances from this winery.",Lavender Hill Vineyard,30,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1998 Lavender Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1998-lavender-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Flora Springs
13.9,White,US,"An overt sweetness marks the nose, and it comes across as fruit cocktail mixed with a whiff of the flower garden. Very much one of those tropical-fruit-dominated Chardonnays, but unfortunately there's something metallic and hollow about the core of the wine.",Proprietor Grown,17,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 1998 Proprietor Grown Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1998-proprietor-grown-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Hanna
13.6,White,US,"There's a lively if incongruent nose of buttered popcorn, candle wax and toasty coconut. Then comes some candied pear-style fruit and a menthol note, probably from the oak, which is heavy and shows up in too many places. “Woody” best describes this wine.",Clements Vineyards,15,85,California,California Other,California,Chatfield 1998 Clements Vineyards Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chatfield-1998-clements-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Chatfield
14,White,US,"Deep caramel, buttersctoch ad vanilla aromas are offset by pear and sour-apple elements. Nicely balanced, with tangy acidity.",Barrel Select,30,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 1998 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1998-barrel-select-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Sanford
14.1,White,US,"Odd, not unappealing nose with pear and vegetable spice components. On the palate it turns a bit more tart, with a slight anisette-like note. Full mouthfeel and a tart herbal finish of medium length.",,21,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Stags' Leap Winery
13.5,White,US,"Honey, apple and oak-spice notes never quite come into perfect harmony, but still make music good enough to sip. Turns a bit syrupy and orangey on the finish.",Reserve,18,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Louis M. Martini 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1997-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Louis M. Martini
14.2,White,US,"Lavishly oaked; grandiose toast meets smokestack lightning on the nose. It calms down on the palate, where it leans toward apple and lemon fruit before moving smoothly into a long, toasty finish.",Overlook,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Landmark 1998 Overlook Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-1998-overlook-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Landmark
13.5,White,US,"Very dense, maybe too much so. You'll find toast, marmalade, and caramel aromas leading into earthy, appley fruit, spice and vanilla. It's chunky yet sharp, citrusy yet shrill. At the end it's just not balanced enough to merit higher.",,24,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Craig 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Robert Craig
13.8,White,US,"Has some positive apple, earth and toasty aromas, and a fairly plump, full mouthfeel. However, the green-apple fruit seems modest, even bland, and the toasty oak, while appealing, seems to suppress it.",Reserve,21,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Seven Peaks 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-peaks-1997-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Seven Peaks
13.5,White,US,"Opens with attractive spice, apple and tangerine notes. Flavors flatten out and don't sing like the aromas. Round and a bit low-acid for its weight. Toasty oak prevails on the dry, fairly long finish.",Reserve,25,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Kenwood
14.1,White,US,"An interesting floral scent joins oranges, pears and lemons. Tartly acidic, with some grapefruit notes and what seems to be a touch of sweetness.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,25,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Aliento Del Sol 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aliento-sol-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Aliento Del Sol
14,White,US,Light and simple pear and citrus fruit is clean and tasty enough. A pleasant quaff for a hot summer afternoon.,Rhinefarm Vyds,18,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 1998 Rhinefarm Vyds Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-1998-rhinefarm-vyds-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Gundlach Bundschu
13.8,White,US,"Very citrusty to the nose, with clear hints of tangerine and grapefruit. The fruity flavor profile mixes chunky sweet fruit and leaner citrus. In the end it's inconsistent, with a cool, tangy side keeping it going, but also some simplicity holding it back.",,17,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Cinnabar 1998 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cinnabar-1998-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Cinnabar
13.7,White,US,"Somewhat sweet, with pear, hay, vanilla and caramel aromas, and sweet apple-spice flavors. Good mouthfeel and slightly tangy finish. Simple but not unappealing.",,17,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Baileyana 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Baileyana
13.5,White,US,"Good nose of ripe tropical fruit, with citrus, honey and toasty oak. However, it turns a bit sweet and one-dimensional on the palate. A bit ponderous-not light on its feet and without enough layers or complexity to justify its heft.",Reserve,25,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benziger 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Benziger
13.7,White,US,"Faint citrus, herb and green-apple aromas. Creamy in the mouth, with emphasis on lemon and lime flavors. The tart finish is a little short.",,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Carmody McKnight 1997 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmody-mcknight-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1997,Carmody McKnight
13.5,White,US,"Heavy, superripe apple aromas lead you to expect a rich, dense wine, but instead you get a rather restrained, crisp mouthful of Chardonnay. Despite the richness on the nose, it ends up showing the lighter side of Chard.",,15,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,William Hill Estate
12.5,White,US,"Appealing nose with spice, green-apple and herb elements. Pear and pineapple flavors, light to medium bodied. Lemon and oak on the finish. Not complex, but satisfying.",Estate Select,15,86,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 1998 Estate Select Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-1998-estate-select-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Jepson
13.5,White,US,"A complex nose of earthy, herb and mineral aromas, with menthol notes. The citrusy fruit is subdued and the wine displays a crispness that is almost sharp. The wine reads bright, but almost piercing. Usually a keeper, so time may smooth its rough edges.",Les Pierres,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sonoma-Cutrer 1997 Les Pierres Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-1997-pierres-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Sonoma-Cutrer
13.5,White,US,"Springy and almost sharp, with pear, melon and mineral aromas and flavors. Shows an attractive, full mouthfeel, but with bright acidity and a crisp finish containing an engaging chalky note. Reads like a good, full-bodied Pinot Grigio. Refreshing.",,19,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,MacRostie
14.2,White,US,"Camphor on the nose is the only thing standing in this one's way. The apple fruit has a baked element that works, yet the the remaining citrus fruit is a little light and hard to define. Harmonious enough, but not a blockbuster in any way.",Naturally Fermented,23,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Newton 1998 Naturally Fermented Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newton-1998-naturally-fermented-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Newton
13.5,White,US,"Very apple-flowery nose with herb accents. Fairly soft, round mouthfeel. Buttered popcorn and apples on the palate, with a fair amount of oak coming up on the finish.",Estate Bottled,23,86,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Durney 1996 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durney-1996-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Durney
14.1,White,US,"Green apple, caramel and herb aromas. The palate displays sour apple, herb and pineapple notes, with a medium mouthfeel. Chalky, slightly tart note on the finish. Possesses positive elements, but lacks cohesion.",,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Girard 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/girard-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Girard
13.4,White,US,"Quite buttery. Deep pineapple and Bartlett pear fruit is spiced up with vanilla, clove and nutmeg notes. Seems almost sugary sweet, but has adequate acidity for balance.",Private Reserve Sur Lie,20,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Private Reserve Sur Lie Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-private-reserve-sur-lie-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Château Julien
13.7,White,US,"Soft and smooth with a rather rich nose of apple, honeydew and vanilla. Fruit mixes on the palate. Low acid, perhaps, but has enough nice aromas, flavors, and a pleasantly spicy finish.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Bridlewood 1997 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1997-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1997,Bridlewood
13.7,White,US,"A very creamy, almost crème brûlée style to the aromatics. Butter plays a big role throughout the wine; the offsetting elements are apples and nuts. It's very oaky, which could settle in or remain unintegrated. Time will tell.",Colby Ranch Reserve,18,86,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Bogle 1998 Colby Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-1998-colby-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chardonnay,1998,Bogle
13.5,White,US,"Opens with an appealing bouquet of pear, caramel and toasty oak. However, the wine does not follow through as positively, turning slightly woody and lemony. Lacks the body and finish we have experienced here before.",Genevieve Magoon Reserve,30,86,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Guenoc 1998 Genevieve Magoon Reserve Chardonnay (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1998-genevieve-magoon-reserve-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Guenoc
13.5,White,US,"Smoky, dark-toast aromas seem a bit heavy handed. Then a bright beam of candied pineapple and citrus comes to the fore in the mouth, before turning lemony on the finish. The heavy toast and tangy fruit don't quite sing together.",Mariage,18,86,California,California Other,California,Martin Ray 1998 Mariage Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-1998-mariage-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Martin Ray
14.1,White,US,"A somewhat lean, citrusy rendition of Chard, with the emphasis on tart pineapple, pear, and green-apple fruit. Clean and crisp, the finish features some lingering lime and citrus notes.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Pezzi King 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Pezzi King
13.7,White,US,"Distinctive orange and tangerine flavors are accented by vanilla buttercream and herb. A bit chunky perhaps, but the bright citrus-fruit character shines through on the tangy finish.",Estate Grown & Bottled,16,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 1998 Estate Grown & Bottled Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1998-estate-grown-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Lockwood
13.9,White,US,"Simple and steady, this is a textbook modern California Chardonnay emphasizing big-time butter and toast in support of appley fruit. The mouthfeel is creamy, as is the finish. If you like a buttery, soft wine, this is it. If not, it will come across as too plump and unfocused.",Barrel Fermented,20,86,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,M. Cosentino
12.7,White,US,"Opens with an engaging, complex nose of apple fruit, spice and earth. Tart apple flavors, but with a certain rustic edge. Not appealing to all tasters. The oak expands on the finish, shadowing the fruit, for an edgy close.",Whitegate Vineyard,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Royal Oaks 1998 Whitegate Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/royal-oaks-1998-whitegate-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Royal Oaks
,White,US,"Predominately pear flavors are supported by melon, lemon, apple and caramel. Finishes slightly sweet and also with a bitter pithy note, making for an unusual juxtaposition of flavors.",Oliver's Vineyard,20,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Talley 1998 Oliver's Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1998-olivers-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Talley
13.8,White,US,"Pear, vanilla and floral notes open to a palate of spicy, earthy, lemon-pear flavors. Fairly high acidity keeps the long, butterscotch-tinged finish from becoming cloying, but it's not the most harmonious marriage between sweet and sour.",Barrel Select Reserve,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Roche 1998 Barrel Select Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roche-1998-barrel-select-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Roche
13.6,White,US,"Pears, green apples and butter from front to back; there's also some cantaloupe and papaya. A little indistinct and modest, it may not bowl you over but it certainly won't offend. Could use a little something extra to elevate its profile.",Flintwood Vineyard,22,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Clos du Bois 1997 Flintwood Vineyard Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1997-flintwood-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Clos du Bois
13.7,White,US,"Solid, with pear and buttery aromas. Fairly rich fruit with menthol oaky accents on the medium-weight palate. Toasty oak predominates on the finish. Lots of flavor, but it ends up a bit heavy.",Cold Coast Vineyard,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 1998 Cold Coast Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1998-cold-coast-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,La Crema
14.7,White,US,"Caramelized apples and oak show some waxy and banana-like nuances. It's creamy soft, and smooth, with a hint of spice and a long, oaky finish.",Generations,28,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1997 Generations Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1997-generations-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Raymond
13.8,White,US,"Spearmint sticks out on the otherwise mildly spicy nose. The fruit is a little thin, but it's properly in the pear and apple spectrum and the oak is good. Toast and butter come on strong on the woody finish.",Shaw Ranch,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Calaveras County,Stevenot 1997 Shaw Ranch Chardonnay (Calaveras County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-1997-shaw-ranch-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-calaveras-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Stevenot
14.1,White,US,"Offers a big, attractive nose of spice, pineapple, vanilla and a floral/herb note. Medium fruit with spicy, candied notes on the palate.",Yamakawa Vineyards,25,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Benziger 1998 Yamakawa Vineyards Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1998-yamakawa-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Benziger
13.7,White,US,"Sweet almost candy-like lemon-pineapple aromas, toasty oak and apple on the nose and in the mouth. A nice mid-weight wine with a plump, slightly oaky finish. Straightforward, no bells or whistles.",Millennium Celebration,17,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Carmody McKnight 1998 Millennium Celebration Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmody-mcknight-1998-millennium-celebration-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1998,Carmody McKnight
14.1,White,US,"Aromas of baked apple and a buttery, almost cheesy note on the nose. Modest pear fruit and a soft mouthfeel; the creaminess is almost cheesy again—too much malo? Redeems itself with a solid finish that nicely displays oak and citrus.",,22,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Baileyana 1997 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Baileyana
13.9,White,US,"A tough wine to size up: The aromas are heavy, with sizable oak casting a mature note over everything. “Toast” is the operative word here, and if you don't like smoky oak, you should probably head the other way. A nutty, leesy, smoky wine that will likely please some and turn off others.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Beringer
13.5,White,US,"Fruity and straight ahead, with good orange, lemon and pear aromas and flavors. Lean and lively, with a tart brightness right through the finish. Shows very good fruit, if not a great deal of complexity",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Valley of the Moon
13.5,White,US,"Green-apple fruit with some caramel notes on the nose. The crisp apple character carries through the palate, picking up some lime accents on the medium-length finish. Clean and direct, showing honest fruit.",,18,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Martin & Weyrich 1998 Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-weyrich-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Martin & Weyrich
13.6,White,US,"Offers an appealing nose of green-apple and herb aromas, with an interesting bergamot-like note. Manages to be round and tart at once, with pineapple and citrus flavors. Ends with a slightly tart but attractive finish.",Gravelstone,15,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Jekel 1998 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1998-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Jekel
13.5,Red,US,"Blood-red and tightly knit, with young, tannic black fruit and spice lighting up the bouquet. It's a much harder and bigger wine than Hyatt's nonreserve bottling, with more powerful fruit, strong bell-pepper scents, and some rugged tannins from 18 months in oak. Will be at its best in 2–3 years.",Reserve,25,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1997 Reserve Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1997-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1997,Hyatt
14,White,US,"The bouquet is different from the flock, featuring pungent grapefruit and a hint of flowers. The flavor is sweet with ripe pineapple, and it finishes slightly woody and buttery. It's a definite departure from the norm, which helps it out in the long run.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Field Stone 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/field-stone-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Field Stone
13.5,White,US,"A non-malo style that's loaded with apple, pineapple, citrus and white-peach fruit. Has a sweet-tart sense to the flavors, but finishes lean and crisp.",,29,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Chateau Montelena
13.5,White,US,"A well-made earthy, oaky wine with a funky, toasty nose, medium green-apple flavors and a spicy, toasty finish. It delivers all this, but it doesn't quite go the extra mile. Consequently it suffers from being too moderate overall.",Mitsuko's Vyd,19,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 1998 Mitsuko's Vyd Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1998-mitsukos-vyd-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Clos Pegase
13.5,White,US,"A solid performance from a solid performer. Bosc pears and nectarines flesh out a lemon-lime backbone. Finishes well, with lemon and nutmeg nuances. On the lean side, but crisp and clean.",,17,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Simi
13.5,White,US,"Nutty and toasty, but balanced by melon, lemon and green-apple fruit. Tangy, with a mineral-herb element that keeps it interesting through the chalky finish.",,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Robert Mondavi
13.2,White,US,"Heavily oaked, with smoky, toasty aromas dominating the nose. Green apples, citrus fruits, and herbs complete the package. Finishes with lemony acidity and toast.",Premiere Cuvée,30,87,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 1997 Premiere Cuvée Chardonnay (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-1997-premiere-cuvee-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Chardonnay,1997,Renaissance
13.6,White,US,"Melon and tangerine aromas. Citrusy, racy mouthfeel displaying good sweet apple and mandarin orange flavors. Very fruity from stem to stern, but one of the nicest “sweeties” we tasted. Pleasing and easy to like.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Taft Street 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Taft Street
13.8,White,US,"Heavy, very ripe pineapple aromas and baked-apple flavors. It suffers a little in the mouthfeel category, as it seems slightly flat. But it comes on late, showing ample oak in the finish. Dense in the middle, it's not unlike lemon poundcake.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Philippe-Lorraine 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philippe-lorraine-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Philippe-Lorraine
12.5,White,US,"Old for a new release, but nonetheless it seems alive and well, with buttery components mixed with appley fruit and proper oak. Some spiciness comes up on the fairly short finish in the form of cinnamon and nutmeg. Ready to drink now.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Creek 1996 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-creek-1996-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Napa Creek
13.7,White,US,"Mixes in a boatload of fruit aromas - apple, pear, pineapple - along with honey and vanilla. Takes on a definite orange-tangerine flavor, and finishes with juicy citrus notes.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Fess Parker
13.5,White,US,"A clean, typical California Chardonnay, with nice balance between pear and apple fruit, citrus, and creamy vanilla. Nothing at all wrong here, and if you like some very mild oak in support of sweetness, Acacia has one here for you.",,21,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1998 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1998-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Acacia
13.5,White,US,"Opens with apple, butter, and toasty oak aromas. Adds mild spices and butterscotch in the mouth, which is of medium weight and fairly round in feel. Long tangy finsh. A solid and straight-ahead wine.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Byington 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byington-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1998,Byington
12.8,White,US,Shows an herbal edge of basil and oregano to its otherwise straightforward pear fruit. Finishes with an intriguing chalky note and slight astringency.,Reserve Joseph Herman Vyd,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,B.R. Cohn 1998 Reserve Joseph Herman Vyd Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1998-reserve-joseph-herman-vyd-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,B.R. Cohn
13,White,US,The nose is big and bold—this is not about subtlety but instead it's focused on heavy pineapple and other tropical fruits. The palate is loaded with bright lemony notes and softer pear and apple accents. Hefty and forward; not terribly deft.,,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1998 Chardonnay (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1998-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Indian Springs
14.1,White,US,"Big, with juicy fruit aromas—apple and pear predominating. Citrus and apple flavors on the medium-weight palate. Mild apple and toast on the lengthy finish, which feels a touch heavy, maybe even hot.",Paradise Vineyard,17,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Paradise Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-paradise-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1997,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,White,US,"Heady pineapple aromas set the stage for intense, almost overpowering pear and pineapple flavors that are balanced by a streak of tart grapefruit. The finish is long and is marked by mint, lime and a hint of mineral.",,16,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 1998 Chardonnay (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1998-chardonnay-north-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Guenoc
13.5,White,US,"Intensely smoky and earthy aromas, with a deeply toasted, almost burnt-match quality. There are pear, lemon and nutty flavors on the palate. Long finish with earthy, nutty, spicy elements. Large-scaled and refreshingly unique, if not uniformly liked. A challenging and controversial wine for our panel.",Cathy MacGregor Vyd Signature,32,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Windemere 1997 Cathy MacGregor Vyd Signature Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windemere-1997-cathy-macgregor-vyd-signature-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Windemere
,White,US,"Offers an interesting nose of earth, vanilla, oak and apple fruit. Apple and tropical fruit flavors with spice accents reign on the palate, with a full mouthfeel. Long toasty finish. The right elements are there, it just doesn't come together as well as it could.",Reserve,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,White,US,"The nose offers aromas of crème brûlée and tropical fruits, with a touch of earth. Oak is apparent on the palate, where an earthy, slightly musty note appears. Ends with toast and minerals over mild fruit.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Byron
,White,US,"Shows plenty of oak influence on the nose, with toast, coffee and crème brûlée notes. Mixes in a nice dose of apple and lemon in the mouth, where it's lush and mouth-coating. Finishes with juicy acids that keep it from being overdone.",Mac Gregor Vyd,18,87,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Mount Eden Vineyards 1998 Mac Gregor Vyd Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-eden-1998-mac-gregor-vyd-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Mount Eden Vineyards
13,White,US,"Pretty green/gold. Smells of fresh hay and melon. Barrel fermentation gives a pleasing, toasty yeastiness to the wine, which packs a nice, citric punch. Finishes very dry.",,11,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1998 Fumé Blanc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1998-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-yakima/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Hyatt
13,Red,US,"Forward and softly fruity in the nose, it blends into a pleasant melange of roses, cherries and chocolate. Flavors mingle leaf and flower, fruit and root, with modest tannins and a good balance.",,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hyatt 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hyatt-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Hyatt
14.8,White,US,"Full nose of butter, toast and cloves, with an attractive nutty quality. Looks mature, even has a slight oxidized quality, but is still very appealing. Good balance. Buttered popcorn finish. Drink now for sure.",Sweeney Canyon,28,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lafond 1997 Sweeney Canyon Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lafond-1997-sweeney-canyon-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Lafond
13.5,White,US,"A solid fruit-fest from the aromas to the close. Apple, grape, mild tropical fruit, tangerine, and orange in a delicious fruit mélange. Focused and refreshing. Honestly fruity, with just enough acidity to balance.",Winery Lake Vineyard,24,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 1998 Winery Lake Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1998-winery-lake-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Sterling
13,White,US,"Loads of wood-imparted spice mark the nose, which also features some ripe apple and bosc pear aromas. May integrate with time, but for now the wood and fruit elements seem a bit at odds with each other.",Durell Vineyard,28,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Steele 1998 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
13.5,White,US,"Opens with lots of peach and grapefruit aromas. Light and bright citrus flavors with grassy notes and a tart mouthfeel make it read almost like a Sauvignon Blanc, or some would say like a good inexpensive white Burgundy. Has a nice chalk/mineral finish.",Russian River Ranches,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Sonoma-Cutrer 1998 Russian River Ranches Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonoma-cutrer-1998-russian-river-ranches-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Sonoma-Cutrer
13.8,White,US,"A slight early funkiness blows off to reveal apple, butter and lime aromas. Round flavors, with baked apple, pear and caramel prevailing. Full and soft mouthfeel; perhaps lacks a little backbone. Leans a bit to sweetness, but with flavorful, good fruit.",,23,87,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Cobblestone 1997 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cobblestone-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1997,Cobblestone
,White,France,"Solid and correct, with a buttery feel that's balanced off by crisp fruit and lively acids. In these days of so many marginal négociant wines, this one can hold its head high. Shows plenty of clean lemon and citrus flavor, glycerin and backbone.",,40,87,Burgundy,Meursault,,Jaffelin 1997  Meursault,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffelin-1997-white-meursault/,White Blend,1997,Jaffelin
13,Red,US,"Aromas of bell pepper, hummus, blackberry jam, and a whiff of charcoal. The fruit hits the palate with the subtlety of a hammer; it's superripe and sugary (although technically dry). Soft tannins make it velvety smooth. The only complaint is an earthy roughness. Best Buy.",Baker,9,86,California,California Other,California,Grove Street 1998 Baker Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-street-1998-baker-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Grove Street
12.5,Red,France,"A much less dense wine than either '95 or '96, reflecting the vintage. Red berry fruit aromas with dusty tobacco notes. Lighter, juicy mouthfeel with chocolate and leather notes. Mildly drying finish. Well-made but light, with a definite herbaceous quality.",Cru Bourgeois,23,85,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château Haut-Beauséjour 1997 Cru Bourgeois  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-haut-beausejour-1997-cru-bourgeois-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Château Haut-Beauséjour
12.5,Rose,France,"The pleasant salmon color should persuade you to crack it open. Light orange and peach aromas lead to the same flavors and a touch of cantaloupe. It's a totally competent rosé, what you might drink in the summer in France. But even if you're stuck in Paris, Texas, it's a decent quaffer made from Grenache, Syrah and Cinsault.",Les Domaniers de Calignade,11,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 1998 Les Domaniers de Calignade Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-1998-domaniers-calignade-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Domaines Ott
13.5,Red,Italy,"Tight and powerful nose of funky barnyard, oak char and earth. Complex flavors of tobacco and bramble bush are intermixed with more basic cherry, chocolate and mint. An intellectual wine for Piedmont fans to ponder.",Conco Tre Pile,37,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Aldo Conterno 1996 Conco Tre Pile  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldo-conterno-1996-conco-tre-pile-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Aldo Conterno
13.5,Red,Italy,"This ranks as the most expensive Barbera we know of, and while good, you can't help but question the price. It's a wood cutter's dream, with the hefty oak throughout manifested in the form of coffee and toast. Everything a good wine requires is here, and it improves exponentially with time in the glass.",Larigi,70,90,Piedmont,Langhe,,Elio Altare 1996 Larigi Barbera (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-altare-1996-larigi-barbera-langhe/,Barbera,1996,Elio Altare
12,Red,Italy,"Very purple in color. Deep grapey aromas make it extremely floral. Dried herbs, spices, and tart berry and cocoa flavors. Good and round, but a firm feel on the palate. Good grip leaves tannins to lose. One of the few Dolcettos capable of short-term aging. Best Buy.",Messoirano,12,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Castello di Neive 1998 Messoirano  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-1998-messoirano-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Castello di Neive
,Red,Australia,"A spicy, woody blast in the nose; then a lot of terroir—or is that more oak? The toast is strong, very strong; the mouthfeel is full and chunky, and the finish fairly heavy. Nevertheless, it comes across as nicely balanced. A wine from the southwest corner of Australia, it's pronounced “Plan-Tuhjenet.",Omrah,17,88,Western Australia,Mount Barker,,Plantagenet 1997 Omrah Shiraz (Mount Barker),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plantagenet-1997-omrah-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mount-barker/,Shiraz,1997,Plantagenet
,Red,Israel,"Deep chocolate and orange aromas. Cherry flavors, and a very supple feel, with a nice acid backbone to hold the wine together. Cocoa and earth on the finish, which shows soft tannins.",Yarden,20,88,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 1996 Yarden Merlot (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-1996-yarden-merlot-galilee/,Merlot,1996,Golan Heights Winery
12.5,Red,Italy,"The essense of pure black fruit on the bouquet: very pure black plums and cherries. On the palate, a woodiness fights with the fruit to produce a leathery quality. Medium in weight, with mild acidity, it needs more intensity to ward off a somewhat dull edge.",,14,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Renato Ratti 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Renato Ratti
12,Red,Italy,"Strawberry, grape and licorice aromas, with a touch of earthy complexity. Light in the mouth, with clean, fresh cherry fruit, and light tannins on the licorice-tinged finish. Great picnic Dolcetto at a great price. Best Buy.",,9,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,,Salvano 1998  Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salvano-1998-dolcetto-di-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Salvano
,Sparkling,Israel,"Shows a toasty, nutty nose. Apple, lime and slate flavors follow. Medium weight in the mouth, with a fluffy mousse and a tangy, dry finish.",Yarden Brut,20,86,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery NV Yarden Brut  (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-nv-yarden-brut-sparkling-galilee/,Champagne Blend,,Golan Heights Winery
,Red,Italy,"Best in the nose, where lush berries and cream offer a lot, but the palate doesn't really hold on. It's a bit sour and acidic, but as a whole, it's a good wine. Drink it for the crisp fruit and reasonably good balance.",,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Anselma 1996  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anselma-1996-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Anselma
12,Red,Italy,"Some initial barnyardy aromas pass, revealing some nice dark-cherry fruit and licorice notes. Medium-berry flavors, coffee notes, and a touch of mineral. Medium mouthfeel, with a clean finish of cherries, minerals and herbs. Best Buy.",,11,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Beni di Batasiolo
12.5,Red,Italy,"Loads of toasty oak over black-cherry fruit. Also cedary, lead-pencil notes. A full, lush feel on the palate. Acidity is well tamed by lavish oak, but the fruit is subordinated. Heavily influenced by barriques, which could be pleasurable if you enjoy the style.",,14,86,Piedmont,Barbera di Piemonte,,Renato Ratti 1997  Barbera di Piemonte,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-1997-barbera-barbera-piemonte/,Barbera,1997,Renato Ratti
13.5,Red,Italy,"Oak and an odd soy sauce aroma on the bouquet. The palate struggles to escape its rather tannic, woody personality. Heavily tannic and somewhat overbearing. Positively speaking, though, the fruit is spicy and the wine is extracted enough to handle the oak.",Rivalta,40,85,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Villa Sparina 1996 Rivalta  (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sparina-1996-rivalta-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,1996,Villa Sparina
13,Red,Australia,"An intriguing wine. Shows some very positive aromas and flavors including spice, earth, black pepper, cinnamon and clove. However, a prominent grapefruit/cranberry element on both the nose and in the mouth is disarming. Shows good mouthfeel and balance. A very different take on Shiraz.",,23,85,Western Australia,Mount Barker & Margaret River,,Sandalford 1997 Shiraz (Mount Barker & Margaret River),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandalford-1997-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mount-barker-margaret-river/,Shiraz,1997,Sandalford
12.5,Red,Italy,"Leathery and peppery, with nuances of ground beef, bacon and tobacco. Short, precise and crisp flavors merge into a clipped, cherry-tinged finish. A basic berry-driven quaffer.",Fontanazza,14,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Marcarini 1998 Fontanazza  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-1998-fontanazza-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Marcarini
12,Red,Italy,"Dark rose in color, with dried-flowers and light cherry aromas. Flavors of dried fruits mark the palate. Fairly high in acidity, so it's lean in the mouth. Seems a bit mature.",,14,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giribaldi 1997  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-1997-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Giribaldi
13,Red,Italy,"Saddle leather and toast aromas indicate that some heavy-handed wood treatment was thrown at this wine. Licorice and coffee flavors ride high, but the undercurrent is all sour cherries, which don't quite mesh with the darker elements.",Sovrana,18,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 1996 Sovrana  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1996-sovrana-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Beni di Batasiolo
13.5,Red,Italy,"Creamy oak, toast and berries on the nose. Soft and simple, it doesn't exactly make your taste buds say “wow.” It's on the old side and seems to be fading. Some leftover oak shows itself as coffee and mocha on the finish.",Stradivario,38,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Bava 1995 Stradivario  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-1995-stradivario-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1995,Bava
12.5,Red,Italy,"Offers an engaging nose of cherry, basil and cinnamon. Good fruit, with a lighter flavor range: plums, herbs, even a citrus note. Plump but tangy on the palate, with zingy acidity. Sour cherry and chocolate in the finish.",Pian Romaldo,19,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Le Ginestre 1997 Pian Romaldo  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ginestre-1997-pian-romaldo-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Le Ginestre
14,Red,Italy,"A mix of the old barnyard and fresh cherries greet you, but the flavors drop off into amorphous bitterness and leather. Chewy in the finish, the oak really comes on at the end, making it a wood lover's wine.",,28,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Marchesi Alfieri 1996  Barbera d'Asti Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marchesi-alfieri-1996-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1996,Marchesi Alfieri
13,Red,Australia,"Fresh-cut wood, eucalyptus and herbs make up the aromatics, while sharp, somewhat cooked cherry-styled fruit is the key flavor component. Light, with good acidity in the mouth, this wine struggles a bit to define itself; ultimately it's a pretty good quaff.",Classic Reserve,12,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Angove's 1997 Classic Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/angoves-1997-classic-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Angove's
13,Red,Italy,"A toasty, oaked-up, leathery example full of bitter chocolate and a certain sourness that just doesn't seem right. Even the plummy fruit carries a sour note. Kind of tough to sink your teeth into.",L'Avvocata,14,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 1997 L'Avvocata  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-1997-lavvocata-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Coppo
14,Red,Australia,"Earthy, dusty aromas carry a touch of dill from 24 months in wood. Heavily toasted, with nuances of light red fruit. Some nice coffee, earth and tobacco flavors, but also a touch muddled and flaccid. The finish could use a bit more steam.",The Menzies,28,86,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Yalumba 1996 The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1996-menzies-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Yalumba
12,Red,Italy,"Muted and slightly musty, there's a funk to this one that later turns to minty cherries. Cherry and chocolate at the core, and a cool earthiness to the finish. Resembles Burgundian Pinot Noir in its aromas and earth components.",Reserve Selection,16,86,Piedmont,Barbera di Piemonte,,Dessilani 1997 Reserve Selection  (Barbera di Piemonte),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dessilani-1997-reserve-selection-barbera-barbera-piemonte/,Barbera,1997,Dessilani
,Red,Italy,"Dark cherries, licorice, tar and spice. Simple but still full of pretty cherry fruit. The good mouthfeel and medium body make this a star with pizza and pasta. A nice finish, to boot.",Cremosina,17,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bersano 1997 Cremosina  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-1997-cremosina-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Bersano
13,Red,Italy,"Gamy, even barnyardy, aromas. But in the mouth, cherries come up to support the animal notes. If you like the idiosyncrasies of red Burgundy (odd, stinky aromas and flavors best described as “earthy”), this may be right up your alley.",Mon Birone,20,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Monchiero Carbone 1996 Mon Birone  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monchiero-carbone-1996-mon-birone-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Monchiero Carbone
12.5,Red,Italy,"Pungent black-cherry, forest and burnt-toast aromas on the nose. The palate displays black fruits and coffee, with a considerable dose of oak. Full mouthfeel, with brisk acidity, moderate tannins, and dark cherry flavors on the finish. Best Buy.",,13,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Attilio Ghisolfi 1997  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-1997-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Attilio Ghisolfi
12.5,Red,Italy,"Inviting aromas, with cherry, spice and smoke notes. Clean tart-cherry fruit, with licorice and cocoa accents. Brisk mouthfeel and a bright finish. Not Vietti's most impressive wine, but still quite solid.",Tre Vigne,18,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Vietti 1998 Tre Vigne  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1998-tre-vigne-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Vietti
13,Red,Italy,"Candied cherries and mint aromas. Light, clean and well balanced, with juicy but tart black-cherry flavors. Not deep, but definitely bright and correct. Best Buy.",,13,86,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,G D Vajra 1997  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-d-vajra-1997-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,G D Vajra
,Red,Italy,"There's some substantial fruit here but the tough barnyardy aromas never really yield. Has an interesting sweet-and-sour character, but it remains essentially tart and fairly high in acidity.",Annunziata,20,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rocche Castamagna 1997 Annunziata  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-castamagna-1997-annunziata-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Rocche Castamagna
12.5,Red,Italy,"Bright citrus aromas lead into a forward, fruit-driven Gavi (the name refers both to the wine and the town of origin). A dry, slatey finish, bracing tartness, and a hint of almond make for a nice, easy-drinking wine that is a good example of the style.",Rovereto,24,86,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,Michele Chiarlo 1998 Rovereto  (Gavi di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1998-rovereto-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,1998,Michele Chiarlo
12.2,White,Italy,"Light lime and citrus notes, with full-bodied flavors that seem to expand in the glass. Plenty of lush fruit on the palate, and a crisp finish. The fruit has a touch of sweetness to it that will appeal more to some than to others.",,20,86,Piedmont,Cortese di Gavi,,Pio Cesare 1998  Cortese di Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1998-italian-white-cortese-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,1998,Pio Cesare
12,Red,Italy,"Same producer, but a simple Gavi (rather than Gavi di Gavi), meaning the grapes came from a wider region. Citrus and stone in the nose, with a pleasing richness that tastes like white peaches. A touch of almond in a persistent, focused, spicy finish. Textbook effort.",,15,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Michele Chiarlo 1998  Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1998-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,1998,Michele Chiarlo
13,Red,Italy,"Aromas of deep black fruit, with an interesting orangey, sweet-and-sour note. Cherry, with chocolate and tea notes on the palate. Smooth texture. Falls off on the mild cherry finish. Drink now.",Bricco Verlenga,20,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Pietro Barbero 1996 Bricco Verlenga  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-barbero-1996-bricco-verlenga-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1996,Pietro Barbero
,Red,Italy,"An appealing wine with an odd nose. Aromas of cranberry, asphalt, and an almost diesel note initially are offputting. Beyond that, there is good black-cherry fruit and a full, smooth mouthfeel. Nice sweet-and-sour finish, with moderately full tannins.",Panta Rei,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Contratto 1997 Panta Rei  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/contratto-1997-panta-rei-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Contratto
11,White,Italy,A spicy treat with crisp acidity and a pleasing stony/minerally quality in the opening. The finish is fairy long and balanced.,Sireum,,87,Southern Italy,Campania,,Mastroberardino 1998 Sireum White (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1998-sireum-white-campania/,White Blend,1998,Mastroberardino
13,Red,Italy,"Sweet-tart cherries and a whiff of bubble gum on the nose. Bright and candied in the mouth, with lots of cherry flavor. On the finish, the acid creeps up and drives home the tart cherry element. Textbook basic Barbera. Best Buy.",,13,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 1998  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1998-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1998,Michele Chiarlo
12,Red,Italy,"Pretty hefty and funky aromas of leather, dark plums, charcoal and animal. Sour-cherry fruit and hints of licorice brought home by bright acidity. A Dolcetto that dances on its toes—this is a lively, mouth-grabbing wine.",Moncolombetto,14,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Gigi Rosso 1998 Moncolombetto  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gigi-rosso-1998-moncolombetto-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Gigi Rosso
12.5,Red,Italy,"A solid medium-weight example with textbook blackberry and chocolate aromas. Tangy red-cherry fruit shows well on the palate, with some cocoa and dusty rose notes. Good mouthfeel and a clean, juicy finish. Best Buy.",,12,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Castelvero 1996  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelvero-1996-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1996,Castelvero
13,Red,Italy,"Roasted and raisiny in the nose, the flavors are surprisingly tart—yet there is definitely a sweet, cooked quality here, too. If you like a heavier, beefier style, this is one to seek out.",,20,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Bruno Giacosa 1997  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-giacosa-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Bruno Giacosa
12.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry fruit, with toast and mushroom notes on the nose. The flavors are classic tart cherry; displays a brisk mouthfeel. The long finish shows some well-dispersed tannins; the wine expands with anise and tart berry flavors. Best Buy.",,11,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Beni di Batasiolo 1997  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beni-batasiolo-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Beni di Batasiolo
13.8,Red,US,"Aromas of toast and chocolate, cherries and herbs—textbook Merlot. Tightly wound; focused by taut acidity. Finishes long and tart.",Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1996 Reserve Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1996-reserve-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1996,Hogue
,White,Italy,"This blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Blanc and Riesling is the winery's signature cuvée, and the unusual amalgam holds together well. Appley fruit and a good dose of citrus rind. Minerally and almost metallic, you can't beat the ripeness of fruit. Long on the finish, if ever so slightly tart.",Classico,12,87,,Alto Adige,,Cantina Terlano 1997 Classico White (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-terlano-1997-classico-white-alto-adige/,White Blend,1997,Cantina Terlano
13.8,Red,US,"A well-made Cabernet, with all of the aromas you'd expect: toast, black currants and vanilla, with a tobacco-like edge. Stylish and elegant.",Reserve,30,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Hogue
12.5,Red,Italy,"Very nice nose of cherry and chocolate, with a touch of leather. Appealing and round black-cherry and chocolate flavors with spice accents. Closes on a medium-long, lightly tannic finish with juicy fruit and an interesting mineral note. Best Buy.",,12,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,La Sera 1997  Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sera-1997-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,1997,La Sera
13.7,Red,Italy,"Opens with a Pinot-like cherry-cranberry nose, with barnyard and smoky-toasty oak notes. On the palate, it is bit tart, with acidity that cuts through the oak. Medium to long in the finish, with espresso-like flavors. For the adventurous taster.",La Court,46,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 1996 La Court  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1996-court-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1996,Michele Chiarlo
13.5,Red,Italy,"Shows a very inviting nose of cherries, herbs, chocolate and toast. Has positive cherry, lime and licorice flavors, and a ripe, medium-full mouthfeel. Handsome and solid.",Coste & Fossati,18,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,G D Vajra 1997 Coste & Fossati  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-d-vajra-1997-coste-fossati-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,G D Vajra
13,White,US,"Forward, fresh-scented Washington fruit. Citrus, cinnamon and spice play tag on the palate, with some extra richness imparted by barrel fermentation.",,10,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13,White,US,"Lots of bright fruit and edgy new oak mingle in the nose; pineapple is the dominant scent. Nice, rich, creamy mouthfeel; banana, vanilla and toast. Good acidity and a solid core of fruit tie it all together.",Reserve,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1997-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1997,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12.5,Red,Italy,"Pure and full cherry fruit, but toast and menthol from the oak prevail on the nose. The fruit comes up on the palate with classic cocoa and licorice accents. Full mouthfeel and a long finish with a minty note. A knock-out for devotees of the barrique style, but the fruit could shine more.",Vigna Martini,21,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Elio Grasso 1996 Vigna Martini  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-grasso-1996-vigna-martini-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Elio Grasso
13,Red,Italy,"Fully mature and foresty, with raisin-chocolate notes on the nose. Moderately complex, with a tea-like note to the cherry fruit. Has a lean feel and finishes with aromas of dried flowers. Elegant and soft, but getting on in age.",,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Vicara 1996  Barbera del Monferrato,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicara-1996-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,1996,Vicara
12.7,Red,Italy,"The attractive, almost Pinot Noir-like nose shows good fruit and smoke accents. Plum, coffee, and licorice flavors mark the palate, which displays an unusual but not unattractive powdery feel. Has good balance and a dusty cocoa-tinged finish of medium length. Best Buy.",Controvento,13,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Asti,,Bava 1998 Controvento  (Dolcetto d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-1998-controvento-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dasti/,Dolcetto,1998,Bava
12.5,Red,Italy,"The nose is kind of dull—not bad or offputting, just really difficult to get a handle on. A very straight-ahead wine emphasizing pure but simple cherry fruit over complexities. Clean, good and easy to drink.",Vigna Bruni,20,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cantina della Porta Rossa 1997 Vigna Bruni  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-della-porta-rossa-1997-vigna-bruni-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Cantina della Porta Rossa
12.5,Red,Italy,"An initially intense nose of coffee, burnt toast, and a gamy element opens to berry-cherry and earth aromas and flavors. Very nice mouthfeel and a fairly long finish of juicy cherry fruit and herb accents. Finishes strong.",Vigneto Caveia,15,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cairel 1996 Vigneto Caveia  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairel-1996-vigneto-caveia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Cairel
12,Red,Italy,"More barnyard and earth than sweet fruit on the nose, which will turn off some and invite others. The mouthfeel is nice; the flavors are full and expansive, if still not particularly fruity. The finish is complex and lengthy. An intriguing wine. Best Buy.",Cascina Rocca Giovino,12,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gigi Rosso 1997 Cascina Rocca Giovino  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gigi-rosso-1997-cascina-rocca-giovino-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Gigi Rosso
12.5,Red,Italy,"Pretty intense, with roasted black fruit, baking spices and even a tomato-like scent in the nose. Spicy and dusty flavors are like plums and cranberries mixed with cola—kind of odd, but that's what you get.",San Lorenzo,16,87,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giacomo Brezza 1998 San Lorenzo  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-brezza-1998-san-lorenzo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Giacomo Brezza
,Red,Israel,"More like Bordeaux than California Cabernet. Bouquet of medium red fruit, toast, plum and tobacco. Black fruit, spice, pepper and coffee flavors. Smooth finish with easy tannins and a cool streak through it. Not a dense wine, but a flavorful and good one. Best Buy.",,12,87,Galilee,,,Gamla 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gamla-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Gamla
13,Red,Italy,"Kosher comes to Piedmont in this crisp, brisk, acidic red. It's got a barnyard element at first, but it blows off leaving behind a lean, svelte body and pleasant cherry flavors. Proves that Kosher is not synonymous with sweet and syrupy. Best Buy.",,10,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bartenura 1998  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartenura-1998-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1998,Bartenura
,White,Italy,"Lanolin, pineapple and honeysuckle aromas. Pretty full-bodied, with some strength and warmth on the palate. Focused and sound on the finish, with lemon-lime present. A worthy alternative white, it'll do best with chicken dishes and appetizers.",,11,87,,Alto Adige,,Alois Lageder 1998 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alois-lageder-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Alois Lageder
13.5,Red,Italy,"Good raw materials here, but the fruit appears burdened by the heavy dose of oak. Aromas of menthol open to blackberry and sweet-plum flavors, which struggle to be noticed. Heavy on the wood; toasty oak lovers will delight in it.",Bricco del Merli,30,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Elvio Cogno 1997 Bricco del Merli  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-1997-bricco-del-merli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Elvio Cogno
14,Red,Italy,"Spicy and herbal upfront, with lots of toasted, almost burnt flavors of oak and coffee. The fruit shows up in a tart, chocolaty way, and the finish is long, if a bit disjointed. Overall, the fruit is overshadowed by the charred wood, or it would be even better.",La Romualda,36,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,F Principiano 1996 La Romualda  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-principiano-1996-romualda-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,F Principiano
13.5,Red,US,"A very pretty wine, with cherry and cranberry fruit, cocoa and coffee accents, and a delicious, mouth-coating chocolaty finish. Beautifully balanced, this quintessential Washington Merlot isn't the biggest on the block, but no one makes a consistently more elegant version.",,18,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12.5,Red,Italy,"An initial barnyardy note blows off, revealing positive cherry and chocolate aromas. Tart cherry flavors with mint and cocoa notes predominate on the palate. Lean and racy mouthfeel, with fairly high acidity. The tart cherry comes back strong on the back end, with a touch of bitter almonds and chocolate. Best Buy.",,11,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Terre da Vino 1998  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/terre-vino-1998-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1998,Terre da Vino
12.5,Red,Italy,"A wine reaching maturity, this one shows dried red fruit, leather, and earth on a chewy frame. The cherry fruit is what shows through loud and clear, with some earthy, bacon-like flavors arising on the back end.",Valle del Sole,29,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 1995 Valle del Sole  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1995-valle-sole-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1995,Michele Chiarlo
12.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of black plums with complex gamy, barnyardy notes. Tart cherry flavors and mineral accents. Fairly brisk and angular mouthfeel. Closes with sour cherries on the moderate finish. Lean and sassy.",Trifolera,15,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giuseppe Cortese 1998 Trifolera  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giuseppe-cortese-1998-trifolera-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Giuseppe Cortese
13,Red,Italy,"The bouquet is nothing if not soft and lush—it's like a giant bowl of fruit, chocolate and herbs. The body is on the acidic and crisp side, with the fruit base probably more like strawberry than traditional dark cherry. Appealing in that it finishes strong.",Cascina Francia,22,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Giacomo Conterno 1998 Cascina Francia  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-conterno-1998-cascina-francia-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Giacomo Conterno
13,Red,Italy,"Delicious and lively, with berry, chocolate and herb aromas. Cherry and chocolate flavors follow on the the palate. Has a plummy mouthfeel and the finish is fairly long, with moderate tannins and a dusty cocoa note.",Vigna del Mandorlo,16,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Elvio Cogno 1998 Vigna del Mandorlo  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elvio-cogno-1998-vigna-mandorlo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Elvio Cogno
13,Red,Italy,"Dark, deep, and chewy, with pruny aromas, coffee notes, and a toasted edge to the wine. Concentrated, with black-fruit character from top to bottom. Just a nip of tart cherry and oak combine in the finish to yield mint.",Camp du Rouss,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 1997 Camp du Rouss  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-1997-camp-rouss-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Coppo
,White,US,"A David Lake “Signature Series” Chardonnay that's classy and built to age. Zippy pineapple fruit is framed by crisp, assertive acids and is polished with a bit of new French oak. It opens up beautifully in the glass, suggesting a protracted evolution ahead.",Wyckoff Vyd,21,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1997 Wyckoff Vyd Chardonnay (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-wyckoff-vyd-chardonnay-columbia-valley-yakima/,Chardonnay,1997,Columbia Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,"A sexy wine with lush black cherry and licorice on the nose; a full, round mouthfeel to the black-cherry flavored palate. Tarry notes add interest, and the finish is long and ripe with dusty tannins. Luscious.",Bricco Bastia,19,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Conterno Fantino 1998 Bricco Bastia  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conterno-fantino-1998-bricco-bastia-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Conterno Fantino
,White,Italy,"Hurrah! A true-to-the-blueprint Chardonnay from Italy. Maybe not the first, but one of the few. Features an expressive pear-fruit nose, with just the right weight and acidity on the palate. Solid winemaking and a good vintage are both evident in the structure. A nice surprise.",,18,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Pio Cesare 1998 Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1998-chardonnay-piedmont/,Chardonnay,1998,Pio Cesare
,Red,US,"Warm cherry color; softly inviting nose of cherries, coffee and chocolate. Immediately appealing, with generous fruit and no herbaceousness. Everything is in balance; fruit and acid and tannin all woven together into a medium-bodied wine that finishes clean and complete.",,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Columbia Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark berries, toasty oak, and a new-world richness accented by ginger, cinnamon and spicebox. This is big and weighty, like a California Barbera. An individual style that pushes the envelope with some candied fruit and licorice. Best Buy.",Torriglione,14,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Renato Ratti 1997 Torriglione  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renato-ratti-1997-torriglione-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Renato Ratti
,Red,Italy,"Very purple and quite extracted, but rather tight now. The nose displays violet and spice notes. Deep black fruit on the palate, with a good mouthfeel. Very big for Dolcetto, and quite young. Should improve with a year or two in the bottle.",Monte Aribaldo,15,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy 1998 Monte Aribaldo  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenute-cisa-asinari-marchesi-gresy-1998-monte-aribaldo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Tenute Cisa Asinari dei Marchesi di Gresy
12.5,Red,Italy,"A flower blossom nose if ever there was one: the violets are clear as a bell. It's open and light, like a Beaujolais Nouveau. In fact, this one is a dead ringer for Gamay, with its light and fruity body and mouthfeel.",,17,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cordero di Montezemolo 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordero-montezemolo-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Cordero di Montezemolo
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dark and deep for Dolcetto. Almost pruny aromas are backed by cherry, blackberry and bubble gum notes. Earthy and full in the mouth, it's lush and full of licorice. A multilayered wine with some complexity. Best Buy.",D Giusep,11,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Acqui,,Villa Sparina 1997 D Giusep  (Dolcetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sparina-1997-d-giusep-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dacqui/,Dolcetto,1997,Villa Sparina
13.3,Red,Italy,"The nose offers cherry and blackberry aromas, and the flavors are more cherry, with engaging tea and tar notes. Very nice mouthfeel with dried fruit and a dusty rose element on the finish.",Vigna Dei Grassi,14,88,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Elio Grasso 1998 Vigna Dei Grassi  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-grasso-1998-vigna-grassi-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Elio Grasso
13.5,Red,Italy,"Cherry fruit dominates the bouquet, where only the lightest of oak plays a supporting role. A real classic cherry-chocolate wine that's clean, well made, and easy to drink. A good medium-bodied Barbera to pour with dinner.",Vigna Lisi,17,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Attilio Ghisolfi 1996 Vigna Lisi  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-1996-vigna-lisi-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Attilio Ghisolfi
14,Red,Australia,Strong American oak pairs with intense blackberries in this offering from Australia's oldest family-owned winery. Black fruit and espresso flavors with vanilla underpinnings may be too much for some. A monster that doesn't quite sing—but that doesn't mean it can't hum a pretty tune.,The Octavius,80,88,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Yalumba 1995 The Octavius Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1995-the-octavius-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1995,Yalumba
,Sparkling,Israel,"Actually a 1992 vintage wine, but not so designated, this is a very commendable effort. Nice nose with vanilla, yeast, and doughy aromas. Apple and spice flavors and a full, buttery element on the palate. Good body and weight, a crisp mouthfeel, and a finish with good length and focused, mildly tart green-apple flavors.",Yarden,22,88,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery NV Yarden  (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-nv-yarden-sparkling-galilee/,Champagne Blend,,Golan Heights Winery
13,Red,Italy,"Leathery, toasty and tight-just a rustic red wine. Tea flavors mingle with some sour cherry and chocolate. A medium-bodied, earthy wine with a little flatness on the finish that holds it back from being better.",Ciabot della Luna,27,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Gianni Voerzio 1996 Ciabot della Luna  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-voerzio-1996-ciabot-della-luna-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Gianni Voerzio
13,Red,Italy,"A full dark-cherry, herb and toast nose. A slight funky note may put off some people, but there's very good depth of fruit here; concentrated and rich. The fruit shines with a classic tartness nicely framed by oak.",,17,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,G D Vajra 1997  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-d-vajra-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,G D Vajra
14.2,Red,Australia,"A rather unique take on Merlot, which makes up 85% of the blend. The nose is reminiscent of basil, oregano and molasses. The flavor profile is piercing, with spicy red raspberries, vanilla cream, pepper and cumin. Lightweight and streamlined despite its hefty 14.2% alcohol. Basically it's an oddball that's hard to pin down, yet the quality is there.",Lenswood Abbotts Prayer,55,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Henschke 1996 Lenswood Abbotts Prayer Red (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-1996-lenswood-abbotts-prayer-red-adelaide-hills/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Henschke
,Red,Australia,"Violet color. Plenty of plumpness kept even by a cool core of currants and blackberries. Both the flavor and texture linger long into the clean, stylish finish. This is a solid, journeyman's red—not too exotic, but it delivers the goods. The rhubarb, coconut and nutty oak mingle well together.",Basket Pressed,24,88,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 1996 Basket Pressed Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-1996-basket-pressed-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-mclaren-vale/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1996,Chateau Reynella
11,White,Italy,"A delicious white wine with a rich gold color and deep spicy flavors. There's a touch of nutmeg in the middle and on the finish, nicely played against an earthy depth that is quite intriguing. Volpe is an ancient white grape of southern Italy.",,13,88,Southern Italy,Coda di Volpe d'Irpinia,,Mastroberardino 1998  Coda di Volpe d'Irpinia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1998-white-coda-volpe-dirpinia/,White Blend,1998,Mastroberardino
12.5,Red,Italy,"The funky, barnyardy nose opens to sweet-and-sour plums, chocolate and espresso flavors. A full feel on the palate, a big finish with substantial tannins, and the same dark chocolate and coffee notes evidenced on the palate.",,18,88,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 1997  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Poderi Colla
13.5,Red,US,"A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot in nearly equal proportions. Shows a classy pedigree, with high-toned aromas, crisp acidity, and flavors of cranberry and raspberry fruit. For the price it's on target, though it treads lightly. Best Buy.",,11,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1998 Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1998-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Hedges
11.5,Red,Italy,"A bright and lively wine, with cherry, roses, and a smoky element on the nose. Delivers a good hit of sweet cherry fruit, a good mouthfeel, and a juicy finish. Very nice, especially at the price. Best Buy.",,8,88,Piedmont,Barbera di Piemonte,,Castelvero 1998  Barbera di Piemonte,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelvero-1998-barbera-barbera-piemonte/,Barbera,1998,Castelvero
13.5,Red,Italy,"A very substantial wine with ripe cherry and strawberry aromas graced by darker tarry notes. Big black fruit on the palate, with classic chocolate notes. Fat and full in the mouth, with a long finish carrying ample but soft tannins.",Sant'anna,19,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Vietti 1998 Sant'anna  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1998-santanna-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Vietti
,Red,Italy,"Black-cherry, smoke and cocoa aromas, with a touch of barnyard. Upfront sweet flavors with chocolate and orange notes. Moderately high acidity, but medium in body. The fruit shows sweet and sour elements on the finish.",Rocche delle Rocche,27,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Rocche Castamagna 1996 Rocche delle Rocche  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-castamagna-1996-delle-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Rocche Castamagna
,White,Italy,"Lightly smelling of citrus, hay and spice, this delicious wine shows what the best Soave is capable of achieving. Surprising length and weight make it almost like a meatier Pinot Grigio, and the crisp, balanced finish adds a touch of honey for interest.",La Froscà,18,89,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Gini 1998 La Froscà  (Soave Classico Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gini-1998-frosca-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,1998,Gini
13.5,Red,Italy,"Cola, earth notes, oak, orange peel, and even some coconut on the complex nose. The flavors are tea-like, with a dried-fruit element thrown in for good measure. This one has a lot of interesting, even odd stuff going on, but it all comes together.",Solus Ad,24,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,G Contratto 1995 Solus Ad  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/g-contratto-1995-solus-ad-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1995,G Contratto
,Red,US,"Only the third Millennium blend ever bottled, this one promises the same long-lived power delivered by the original, a 1979. Smoky, meaty and spicy, it shows lush, concentrated fruit. Young, ripe and full of character, yet elegantly balanced and built for aging.",Millennium,75,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1996 Millennium Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1996-millennium-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Columbia Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,"Carries strong aromas of meat, cinnamon and wood. Heavy fruit in the plum and blackberry range. There's no mistaking this for a lightweight—it's big, muscular and loaded with oak. Big to the point of being nearly overdone.",Trevigne,20,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Clerico 1997 Trevigne  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clerico-1997-trevigne-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Clerico
13,Red,Italy,"Deep dark chocolate aromas with an appealing orange scent. Medium-bodied, with a precise if slightly sharp cherry flavor. The finish is medium in length, with tartness balancing things off. Everything here is good: the mouth, finish and price. Best Buy.",Costalunga,12,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bersano 1997 Costalunga  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-1997-costalunga-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Bersano
14,Red,Italy,"Dense aromas of cherry, chocolate and fruitcake. Just a touch of barnyard. The palate shows blueberry, pepper and other spices; round and tasty. It's a bit unusual—almost Zinfandel-like.",Papà Celso,16,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Marziano Abbona 1997 Papà Celso  (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marziano-abbona-1997-papa-celso-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,1997,Marziano Abbona
12.9,Red,Italy,"An appealing wine with plum, currant, and Asian spice aromas. Tart cherry and coffee flavors, with almost raisiny notes taking over on the palate. The positive finish shows dense, dark fruit and no harsh tannins. Fully ready to drink.",Fides,38,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 1996 Fides  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1996-fides-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Pio Cesare
12.5,Red,Italy,"Elegant and focused, with red-berry, cake and fruit aromas. Juicy blackberry, cassis and chocolate flavors. Very good, with a well-balanced mouthfeel. The long finish with cocoa and herb notes features an enlivening, appealing tartness.",,19,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Elio Altare 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elio-altare-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Elio Altare
12.5,Red,Italy,"Ripe and concentrated from the beginning. Dark cherries, herbal tea, and sweet, dusty black plums dominate the flavors. Long in the finish and only slightly tannic, this is all black fruit held up by superb structure. A well-made Dolcetto.",,18,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cascina Bongiovanni 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-bongiovanni-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Cascina Bongiovanni
12.5,Red,Italy,"Intense, earthy and unique, with notes of buttered popcorn and milk chocolate on the nose. Kind of a rustic baby, with fair to full tannins, licorice, and a distinct smoked bacon/hung meat note to the finish. Sort of big, but also lacks precision.",Il Cielo,17,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,La Sera 1997 Il Cielo  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sera-1997-il-cielo-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,La Sera
12.5,Red,Italy,"A textbook example of Dolcetto. Aromas of dark cherry, violets and spices. Dark cherry and chocolate flavors accompany a medium mouthfeel with moderate to low acidity. Cocoa and licorice notes on the moderate finish. Overall it's light, clean and well-balanced. Best Buy.",,13,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Casa Balocca 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-balocca-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Casa Balocca
12.5,Red,Italy,"Good red-cherry aromas, with some intriguing earthy, gamy notes. Red plum and sour-cherry flavors; a zingy mouthfeel. Closes with cherry and licorice. A classically proportioned, very good food wine, especially if you don't mind the gamy element up front.",,17,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cappellano 1996  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cappellano-1996-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Cappellano
14,Red,Italy,"A barrel bopper, with lots of toast, vanilla and pepper in the nose. The fruit leans toward the cranberry/raspberry range. Also some blackberry and licorice before a fine finish carrying modest tannins and peppery notes.",Vigna Gettere,33,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Mauro Molino 1997 Vigna Gettere  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mauro-molino-1997-vigna-gettere-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Mauro Molino
,Red,US,"An unusually dark, ripe Sagemoor, which seems to have benefited from the 1996 freeze that dramatically reduced crop levels. The nose has the intense, concentrated berry aroma of a good Zinfandel; there's just a bit of heat in the finish. Still young and tight, but silky smooth and ripe right through the stylish, tannic finish.",Sagemoor Vyd,24,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1996 Sagemoor Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1996-sagemoor-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Columbia Winery
13.5,Red,Italy,A classic take on Barbera. Black cherry and peppery notes on the nose. Good ripe-cherry flavors and spicy accents. Medium mouthfeel with zippy acidity. Long finish with cocoa and herb notes. Attractively balanced for pairing with food.,,22,89,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,La Nunsio 1997  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nunsio-1997-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,La Nunsio
13.5,Red,Italy,"Appealing aromas of black cherry with a cool minty, fennel note. Cassis and tarry notes on the palate. Dry and serious, it begs for food. Expands on the tart berry-tinged finish.",Vigna Tecc,20,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Poderi Luigi Einaudi 1997 Vigna Tecc  (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-luigi-einaudi-1997-vigna-tecc-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,1997,Poderi Luigi Einaudi
12.5,White,Australia,"Pricey, but delicious and versatile. You won't be disappointed in the floral nose and tangy, lemony flavor profile. Shows a buttery, hefty body, mild sweetness and verve. Great with grilled tuna or baked mahi mahi.",Adelaide Hills,27,89,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Penfolds 1997 Adelaide Hills Semillon (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1997-adelaide-hills-semillon-semillon-adelaide-hills/,Sémillon,1997,Penfolds
13.5,Red,Italy,"If you like a masculine, dense nose full of earth, chocolate, smoke and spices, this has it. Full in the mouth, the acidity keeps it driving forward but also holds it together. A very good wine with firm tannins and a long, dynamite finish.",La Vignassa,35,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Pietro Barbero 1996 La Vignassa  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pietro-barbero-1996-vignassa-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1996,Pietro Barbero
12.5,Red,Italy,"Rich black-purple color. Big welcoming aromas of black cherry, cassis and herbs. Candied fruit, but in an appealing way. Very good creamy mouthfeel. Dry cherry and cocoa flavors. Handsome dusty tannins on the long finish.",Piani Noce,15,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Parusso 1998 Piani Noce  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parusso-1998-piani-noce-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Parusso
13.5,Red,Italy,"Very extracted purple-black color. Concentrated black fruit on the nose with peppery and earthy accents that follow through on the palate. Also shows a touch of anise/licorice. Well-balanced despite its hefty weight, with a full mouthfeel and a long finish displaying well-dispersed tannins.",Vigna del Prey,19,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani,,Francesco Boschis 1998 Vigna del Prey  (Dolcetto di Dogliani),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesco-boschis-1998-vigna-prey-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani/,Dolcetto,1998,Francesco Boschis
13.5,White,US,"All the patented Argyle glycerin, buttercream and sweet vanilla oak are here. This is a huge success considering the vintage (not a particularly good one); also a big step up from Argyle's '97 Reserve. Beautifully crafted, with lemon and just-ripe banana fruit. All the stylistics are present, especially the French oak. 330 cases made.",Nuthouse,28,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1997 Nuthouse Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1997-nuthouse-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Argyle
12.5,Red,Italy,"Lovely wine. Deep black-cherry aromas and flavors with a classic cocoa note. Full, rich mouthfeel and a creamy texture. Well balanced, with a long, dry, spicy finish full of dusty tannins—similar to cocoa powder. Elegant and supple.",Bricco dell'Oriolo,15,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Azelia 1998 Bricco dell'Oriolo  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/azelia-1998-bricco-delloriolo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Azelia
13.5,Red,US,"A fine Merlot-Cabernet blend. Very aromatic, with cassis/currant aromas. Subtle and pretty. Richly fruity and complex. Tannins are on the hard, puckery side, so some aging is warranted.",Three Vineyards,21,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1997 Three Vineyards Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1997-three-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Hedges
,Red,Australia,"The fruity nose has some cranberry. Full and plummy, there's good extraction and balance. It's easy to drink, with much more bold fruit than idiosyncratic leather or beefy touches. Already evolved and mature, you can drink it now with no problem. Tasty mint and woody notes add complexity.",Basket Pressed,24,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 1996 Basket Pressed Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-1996-basket-pressed-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1996,Chateau Reynella
13.5,Red,Australia,"Concentrated and inviting, with leathery sweet-and-spicy flavors. Warm in the mouth, there's heft but also balance. Complex and well made, this is a sexy wine that shows versatility at the table. For whatever reason the sum is bigger than its parts.",,17,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Rymill 1996 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rymill-1996-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1996,Rymill
13.5,Red,Italy,"Almost jammy with its black cherries, chocolate and toast characteristics. This is a big Barbera that spares nothing on the oak. For some it will be a toasty treat, while others may get scared away by the charred, bitter taste of the wood.",Pian Romualdo,28,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Prunotto 1997 Pian Romualdo  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-1997-pian-romualdo-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Prunotto
13,Red,Italy,"Complex and friendly aromas of fruitcake, almond candy, chocolate and herbs—basically almost anything you can think of is here. Berry flavors augmented by a nutty, almost spicy accent. Elegant and soft, if only slightly raisiny, in the finish.",Cascina Francia,24,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Giacomo Conterno 1998 Cascina Francia  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-conterno-1998-cascina-francia-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1998,Giacomo Conterno
13,Red,Italy,"Chocolaty, with a touch of charcoal and pie cherries in the nose. A stand-up Barbera with tart black-cherry fruit, coffee, and more chocolate flavor. What it lacks in uniqueness is made up for in its polished taste and feel.",Cannubi Muscatel,20,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Giacomo Brezza 1996 Cannubi Muscatel  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomo-brezza-1996-cannubi-muscatel-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Giacomo Brezza
12.5,Red,Italy,"Bright and focused all the way through. Cracked black pepper nose, with expansive cherry and earth notes on the palate. A delicious, easy-drinking wine with dark coffee flavors and tannins to resolve. This is big, full and very well made.",Rossana,17,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Ceretto 1998 Rossana  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1998-rossana-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Ceretto
13,Red,Italy,"Black cherries, rhubarb and a rosy quality to the nose. Full and dark in the mouth, with black fruit and oak vying for predominance on the palate. The finish is long and rather big, with cocoa and a dusty licorice note acting as the anchor.",Lazzarito,19,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Vietti 1998 Lazzarito  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1998-lazzarito-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Vietti
,White,US,"A new wine for Ponzi and Oregon—this is the first commercial Arneis out of the state, and it's quite good (and smartly packaged in a thin clear bottle). Opens with crisp white peach and nectarine flavors, and a strong hint of buttery toast from some barrel aging. Almondy, creamy and elegant, with honey notes throughout.",,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1998 Arneis (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1998-italian-white-arneis-willamette-valley/,Arneis,1998,Ponzi
13,Red,Italy,"Dense as crude oil; the color is opaque purple. Definitely an earthy, tight wine, with precise but still plump cherry fruit touched off with the requisite chocolate. A great take on Barbera, with some age already helping it out. Plenty of wood and licorice on the finish.",Vigna Majano,20,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Piero Busso 1996 Vigna Majano  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piero-busso-1996-vigna-majano-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Piero Busso
13.5,Red,Italy,"Full, unusual and attractive nose, with berries and cream, chocolate, and orange notes. Classic chocolate and cherry flavors are in good balance. Displays medium acidity and a full mouthfeel. Juicy, tart cherries come up on the long and classy finish. Begs for food.",Annata,25,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cordero di Montezemolo 1998 Annata  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cordero-montezemolo-1998-annata-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1998,Cordero di Montezemolo
12.5,Red,Italy,"Cherries and chocolate on the nose, but there is much more to this wine than that: deep sweet fruit and bittersweet chocolate flavors, a nice mouthfeel, good balance and a weighty, jammy finish make it a winner.",Tre Vigne,18,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Vietti 1998 Tre Vigne  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1998-tre-vigne-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1998,Vietti
13.5,Red,Italy,"Dense cherry fruit and lavish, toasty oak jump right out of the glass. Very big cherry flavors, vanilla and chocolate—like an ice cream sundae. Lots of oak, but it is wedded to the fruit handsomely. A long finish with some tannins to shed.",La Crena,30,90,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Vietti 1996 La Crena  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vietti-1996-crena-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1996,Vietti
13.8,Red,US,"Hard spices—like black pepper—and brambly fruit, often the signature characteristics of Washington Cabernets, are all present and accounted for. Lively acidity and tannins make for pronounced black-fruit and coffee flavors. A little warm and tight now, it should soften over the next few years. Overall a solid, well-made red that only gets better as it breathes.",Windrow Vineyard,32,90,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Walla Walla 1997 Windrow Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walla-walla-1997-windrow-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Walla Walla
,Red,Israel,"Very nice nose with deep cassis aromas, accented by oak and herbs. Berry and plum flavors, with smoke and chocolate-coffee nuances. Full finish of good length, showing blackberry fruit and tobacco, with well-dispersed tannins.",Yarden,20,90,Galilee,,,Golan Heights Winery 1996 Yarden Cabernet Sauvignon (Galilee),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/golan-heights-winery-1996-yarden-cabernet-sauvignon-galilee/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Golan Heights Winery
12.5,Red,Italy,"Complex and expansive aromas. The dense nose offers black cherries, violets, roses, coffee, prunes and spice. Rich and ripe flavors of cherry and licorice, with a pleasing, full mouthfeel. The flavors carry over on to the long finish, which has some tannins to shed.",Sant'Anna,17,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,F Principiano 1997 Sant'Anna  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/f-principiano-1997-santanna-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,F Principiano
,Red,US,"A tight, tart, clean and powerful wine, with solid Syrah fruit and peppery spices. Meat and smoke; some cherry too. Balanced and powerful throughout. This is a new, lower-priced Columbia Syrah made from younger vines with forward fruit.",,14,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1997 Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1997,Columbia Winery
12.5,Red,Italy,Rich and solid black-cherry fruit greets you and it persists through the palate and finish. Cocoa and herb notes provide interesting accents. The lush and dusty mouthfeel is balanced by good acidity that keeps it lively. Classic Dolcetto at an excellent price. Best Buy.,Madonna Della Neve,11,90,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cantine Gemma 1998 Madonna Della Neve  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-gemma-1998-madonna-della-neve-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Cantine Gemma
,Red,Italy,"Rich and open from the start all the way through to the end. Abundantly ripe, with deep cherry fruit that sings. Really solid, with the smoothest finish you could ask for. A good one for the next several years.",Generala,34,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Bersano 1997 Generala  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bersano-1997-generala-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Bersano
13.9,Red,Australia,"More forward and approachable than its big brother, the E&E Black Pepper bottling, this is still one heck of a wine. Smells of cured ham, black pepper, and spice, all layered around a core of blackberry and plum fruit. A sense of balance makes it easier to pair with food than many of the heavyweights now coming out of Australia.",Ebenezer,25,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1996 Ebenezer Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1996-ebenezer-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1996,Barossa Valley Estate
,Red,Australia,A jam-packed Cabernet that leads the pace among top-quality but still affordable red wines. Berries and more berries constitute the jammy nose. The mouthfeel is full and chocolaty; the tannins are beginning to soften nicely. The piercing curranty fruity is propped up by moderately toasted oak.,Classic Clare,28,91,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1996 Classic Clare Cabernet Sauvignon (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1996-classic-clare-cabernet-sauvignon-clare-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Leasingham
12.5,Red,Italy,"Very harmonious aromatics of cherry, chocolate and herbs flow beautifully onto the palate. Lush in the mouth and fairly large scaled, with excellent concentration of fruit. A very long finish with fine but substantial tannins. Maybe it could use a year of aging.",,20,91,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,,Paolo Scavino 1998  Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paolo-scavino-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-diano-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Paolo Scavino
12,Red,Italy,"Very inviting aromas of dense fruit and rose-tinged floral notes announce this impressive wine. Big and well balanced, with cassis, cherry, coffee and black-licorice flavors. Finishes very long, with full tannins, cherry and mint flavors, and echoes of roses from the nose. Best Buy.",Basarin,12,91,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Castello di Neive 1998 Basarin  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-neive-1998-basarin-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Castello di Neive
14,Red,Italy,"Lots of oak along with tobacco, menthol and cherry fruit. A very compact, intense core of black fruit leads into a long chocolaty, spicy finish that tastes a lot like a cup of espresso. A very good, deeply layered wine.",Vigneto della Chiesa,30,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Seghesio 1997 Vigneto della Chiesa  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1997-vigneto-della-chiesa-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Seghesio
14.9,White,US,"Features beautiful integration of oak spice and waxy, pear-like fruit. Seamless and multidimensional, the flavors unfold in your mouth and seduce you with their balance, lingering gently on the finish.",Fries Vineyard,22,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Wahluke Slope,L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Fries Vineyard Sémillon (Wahluke Slope),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-fries-vineyard-semillon-columbia-valley-wahluke-slope/,Sémillon,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
13.4,Red,US,"Wilridge is becoming a perennial best-bet Merlot out of Washington. This is a deep, aromatic wine, with hints of rose petals, herbs and allspice. Highlights are the fine tannins, blackberry fruit and the shapely body and finish. Lush enough, but plenty of backbone, too. What Merlot should be.",Klipsun Vineyards,29,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Wilridge 1997 Klipsun Vineyards Merlot (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wilridge-1997-klipsun-vineyards-merlot-columbia-valley-yakima/,Merlot,1997,Wilridge
13.5,Red,Italy,"Handsome nose of dark cherry fruit, chocolate and toast. Rich and mouthfilling, with good fruit that is buttressed, but not overshadowed, by oak. Moderate acidity and tannins, but nothing harsh or off-putting. Layered fruit with chocolate and licorice on the long mouthwatering finish. Best Buy.",,14,91,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Attilio Ghisolfi 1997  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/attilio-ghisolfi-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Attilio Ghisolfi
11.8,White,Italy,"An absolutely sensational Italian white wine, quite possibly the best bianco being made in Italy. From elevated vineyards near Avellino, it's gold in color and features delcious pear, butter and almond flavors. The texture is round and soft; it caresses your palate. A wickedly wonderful wine to sip alone or to pour with supper.",,25,92,Southern Italy,Greco di Tufo,,Mastroberardino 1997  Greco di Tufo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1997-italian-white-greco-greco-tufo/,Greco,1997,Mastroberardino
13.5,Red,Italy,"Extracted, with deep black-cherry fruit and toasty oak beautifully integrated on the nose and on the palate. Very suave mouthfeel—full and velvety. Almost perfect balance, with a long ripe finish. Pricey, but you get your money's worth.",Pomorosso,35,92,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Coppo 1996 Pomorosso  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coppo-1996-pomorosso-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1996,Coppo
12.5,White,New Zealand,"This New Zealand wine was 25% barrel fermented, which gives added complexity to already intense herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc fruit tending toward gooseberries and lime. The finish is long and layered with echoes of opening fruit.",,15,92,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1999-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Kim Crawford
12.5,Red,Italy,"A beautiful Dolcetto, defining the state-of-the-art for this grape. Black cherry, violets, roses, and vanilla mark the lovely nose. Robust flavors of cherry, chocolate, and licorice mark the palate. The feel is plush and round, but still substantial, with an admirable seamlessness.",,25,93,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Sandrone 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandrone-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Sandrone
14.6,White,US,"If this isn't among the tastiest, most exciting American-made white wines, then what is? An absolute grand slam. Huge stone-fruit and banana aromas and flavors. From an excellent vintage, it's wonderful to drink as an aperitif. Gorgeous oak notes from the barrel fermentation. (With 11% Sauvignon Blanc.) Best Buy.",Barrel Fermented,15,93,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),L'Ecole No. 41 1998 Barrel Fermented Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lecole-no-41-1998-barrel-fermented-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1998,L'Ecole No. 41
13.8,Red,US,"Strawberry jam, with a slightly overcooked quality and a hint of stewed prunes. It's a bit light, lean and finishes short, but still provides acceptable flavor interest.",,10,81,California,California Other,California,Il Cuore 1996 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-cuore-1996-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1996,Il Cuore
12.5,Red,Austria,"A darkly colored but somewhat light and acidic red. Compact and tart. 45% Zweigelt, 45% Blaufränkisch, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Red,16,82,Burgenland,,,Gernot and Heike Heinrich 1997 Red Red (Burgenland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gernot-heike-heinrich-1997-red-burgenland/,Red Blend,1997,Gernot and Heike Heinrich
,Red,South Africa,"Pepper—both black and green—dominate this wine from the aromatics through the palate and finish. It's ultimately a basic, herbaceous red, with some brambly fruit and plums mixed in with soft oak.",,14,82,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Simonsig
13,Red,US,"Bright red-berry fruit is light and appealing; only a green-hay note impinges on what is otherwise a clean, pleasant quaff.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Mountain View 1996 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-view-1996-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1996,Mountain View
13,Red,France,"Rose colored with a little brick to the edge. The cranberry/cherry fruit has a lean, herbal edge to it. Comes across as a bit thin and tannic, which is not unexpected in a basic Bourgogne. The finish is tart, clean and a bit herbaceous.",,11,82,Burgundy,Burgundy,,Charles Vienot 1996  Burgundy,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-vienot-1996-pinot-noir-burgundy/,Pinot Noir,1996,Charles Vienot
,White,US,"The aroma is a little weak or watery, with light apple and pear notes. Drinks tutti-fruity; a soft, simple wine that's clean and refreshing.",,7,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterey Vineyard 1998 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-vineyard-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Monterey Vineyard
,Red,US,"Garnet, with an intriguing aroma of damp earth, prunes, licorice, raisins and tobacco. Ripe, perhaps too ripe, and overly tannic in the mouth, leaving an impression of shortness in the finish.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Montpellier 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montpellier-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Montpellier
12.5,Red,US,"Fruity and ripe, with spicy berry flavors and adequate acidity; bone dry. Shows some overly ripe raisin and prune notes, and a sharp bite of acidity that jolts the palate. Finishes hot.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 1997 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-1997-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Pepperwood Grove
,Red,US,"Dark, young and outsized. Aromas run to espresso, plum and vanilla. Tastes very ripe and fruity, with hefty tannins. Finishes hot. On the rough-and-ready side. Alcohol a steep 15.7%.",,20,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 1997 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-1997-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Adelaida
,Red,US,"A hot-country Zin that's a bit over the top in terms of sugar and extract. Drinks almost Port-like, with raisiny flavors, and it finishes hot and bitter.",French Camp,16,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Bridlewood 1998 French Camp Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1998-french-camp-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Bridlewood
12.5,Red,France,"Decent, simple, introductory-level Merlot. Light cherry and plum aromas, with berry and chocolate flavors. Mouthfeel is OK; finish is clean, but a touch more green and tart than expected.",,7,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1998,Barton & Guestier
,Red,France,"Big and inky, with perfumed fruit, a gamy note, and a whiff of smoked meat. It's got all that you expect from a French country Syrah, including body and black fruit. Not terribly complex or polished, but it's one of the better kosher offerings of this varietal. Will do wonders for brisket.",,10,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Abarbanel 1998 Syrah (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abarbanel-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-doc/,Syrah,1998,Abarbanel
12.5,White,US,"Has all the elements of most successful Chards, including ripe apple-peach flavors, oak shadings, crisp acidity and that sweet vanilla-cream sensation. Lacks the finesse and complexity of better bottlings, but at this price it really can't be faulted.",,7,84,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Pepperwood Grove
13.5,Red,US,"Jammy best describes the raspberry nose. Medium in body, the oak is rather light. Plenty of berry fruit on a palate that drives forward, but then it loses its composure before showing very little on the finish.",La Colline Vineyard,30,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Aliento Del Sol 1998 La Colline Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aliento-sol-1998-colline-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1998,Aliento Del Sol
12.5,White,US,"A clean, zesty wine that packs a grassy, weedy punch. Those green, minty aromas and flavors veer well beyond citrus into gooseberry and hay. It's fairly dry, with just a hint of sugar in the finish. A simple aperitif-style wine.",,9,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1999-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Geyser Peak
,White,France,"Grapefruit and grass make up the typical Sancerre nose. Grapefruit follows through to drive the flavor, which is brought down by persistent bitter notes akin to lemon rind. Bright acidity makes it food-friendly, and the finish is simple and pleasant.",,18,84,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Prosper Maufoux 1998  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Prosper Maufoux
13,Red,Australia,"A simple, positive red with a varietally correct full, plummy grapeyness accented by cocoa notes on the nose. Round plum and chocolate flavors with some herbaceousness and green pepper elements on the palate. Soft, light mouthfeel. Closes with dry, slightly tart flavors and mild tannins.",,10,84,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1998,Jacob's Creek
13,White,US,"A new label in Sonoma County; this wine is named after a pioneering doctor, Herbert Honor. Aromas are predominantly tangerine, with a hint of coconut and oak. The citrus flavors continue on the palate. Drinks a bit rough, but people looking for a bargain in well-ripened, slightly sweet, oaky Chard will like it.",Honor,9,84,California,California Other,California,Grove Street 1998 Honor Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grove-street-1998-honor-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Grove Street
12.5,White,France,"A pleasing, simple Chardonnay. Mild tropical fruit and herbs mark the nose. Fruit is of medium weight, a little soft, even fat. Has decent body; flavors are just a little indistinct.",,7,84,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1998,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"Has the prettiest aromas of raspberries, roasted coffee beans, vanilla, and violets, with a hint of white chocolate and cinnamon. Superextracted and dense; 15.3% alcohol. A thick, gooey, cough-medicine quality keeps the rating from soaring.",Aldine Vineyard,29,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Tarius 1998 Aldine Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1998-aldine-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1998,Tarius
14.1,Red,US,"Blackberry aromas are heavily accented by an overlay of heavy-char oak that brings a menthol component along with it. Decently extracted, it relies heavily on oak treatment for its character. Finishes with dry, minty notes.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Geyser Peak
12.8,Red,France,"This blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% each Grenache and Cinsault is mildly earthy and oaky. It's soft, noticeably dilute, and shows some of the character of a cru bourgeois Bordeaux. The style is there, but the stuffing is not. Blame the vintage, a shaky one throughout much of France",Château De Selle Rouge,34,84,Provence,Côtes de Provence,,Domaines Ott 1997 Château De Selle Rouge Red (Côtes de Provence),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-ott-1997-chateau-selle-rouge-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Domaines Ott
,White,France,"Fairly sweet, with a nose of melon and wildflowers. Sweet pear and fig flavors on the the round palate. Easygoing, soft mouthfeel and finish. A delightful patio or picnic white.",Tradition Vouvray,10,84,Loire Valley,Vouvray,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Tradition Vouvray  (Vouvray),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-tradition-vouvray-white-vouvray/,White Blend,1998,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"From 1,400-foot vineyards that are 90 years old. A huge, extracted Zin full of massive fruit. At 16.4% alcohol and 0.9% residual sugar, it's almost Port-like, with raisin and plum liqueur notes.",Estate,36,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Savannah-Chanelle 1997 Estate Zinfandel (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-1997-estate-zinfandel-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Zinfandel,1997,Savannah-Chanelle
13.5,Red,US,"A good beginner's Syrah-there's a jamminess here that conjures up cherry or raspberry preserves. Red fruit rather than the deep black stuff dominates the flavor profile. It's not terribly complex, but it's bright and fruity enough to satisfy.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1998 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"Berry and spice aromas and flavors, but with almost 7% residual sugar, it's frankly sweet. Alcohol is a soaring 15.3%. Might be a little clumsy for some.",Late Harvest,16,84,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Madroña 1997 Late Harvest Zinfandel (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-1997-late-harvest-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Zinfandel,1997,Madroña
13.4,Red,US,A heavy overlay of toasty French oak largely masks some tart cherry and cranberry fruit. A fruit-and-oak-bomb style that just doesn't quite sing when executed with Pinot Noir.,Limited Bottling,30,84,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Orfila 1997 Limited Bottling Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/orfila-1997-limited-bottling-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Orfila
,Red,US,"Sharp, tightly wound raspberry fruit on a clean but dry frame. A little lean and leathery; the tannins grab hold and don't let go. Simple, straight-ahead California red wine blended from grapes grown in Napa, El Dorado and San Joaquin counties.",,17,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Clos du Val
,Red,US,"Dark and heady. Aromas are superripe, with blackberry jam, cola and prune preserves. Tastes similarly overripe, even hot, with raisins, molasses, and a boatload of oriental spice. Alcohol is 14.5%. An eccentric wine that's not for everyone.",,26,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Saddleback 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saddleback-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Saddleback
12.5,Red,France,"Cassis, plum, cranberry and chocolate aromas, with bell pepper and herbal accents. Black cherry, coffee and tobacco mingle on the palate. Tannic finish.",Vielles Vignes,12,85,Loire Valley,Anjou,,Château de Fesles 1997 Vielles Vignes Cabernet Franc (Anjou),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-fesles-1997-vielles-vignes-cabernet-franc-anjou/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Château de Fesles
,Red,US,"Exceedingly ripe, rich and concentrated. There's not a berry or stone fruit you won't find. Could strike some as a little over the top, a fruit bomb. But it's dry and basically well made.",Old Vines,21,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Château Potelle 1997 Old Vines Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1997-old-vines-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Château Potelle
13.5,Red,Chile,"Lots of herbal, black-pepper character on the nose. Forceful and solid, with smoky fruit in the black-cherry range. Round and balanced, with the flavors coming from all sides. Not the smoothest or most polished Cabernet you'll find, but the fruit is there, as are oak and coffee on the finish.",Los Vascos Reserve,15,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite) 1997 Los Vascos Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaines-barons-rothschild-lafite-1997-los-vascos-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite)
,Red,US,"Smells very ripe and fruity. A dark wine that's fairly heavy-bodied. Tastes thick and jammy on the palate, with the flavors and texture of berry marmalade; sweet and full.",,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Edmeades 1996 Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1996-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1996,Edmeades
15.4,Red,US,"Some may call it personal prejudice, but I've yet to taste a Monte Rosso Zin that excited me (and yes, this was tasted and rated blind). This one is full of jammy berry fruit and features a tomato-leaf component. Verges on being too sweetly fruity.",Monte Rosso Vineyard Grand Res,21,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1997 Monte Rosso Vineyard Grand Res Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1997-monte-rosso-vineyard-grand-res-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Villa Mt. Eden
13,White,France,"A typical Rhône nose of smashed red berries, leather and bacon, but also a little rubber that fortunately blows off. Flavors of rhubarb and rustic black fruit. A good but not great wine, it has smoky, toasty, licorice notes. Not overly concentrated, but seems heavy.",Les Launes,15,85,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Delas Frères 1997 Les Launes Marsanne (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1997-launes-marsanne-crozes-hermitage/,Marsanne,1997,Delas Frères
,White,France,"Ripe and pleasant with classic grapefruit, lime and grassy aromas. Has decent body and good acidity with tart lime, chalk, and fig flavors. Pleasant, with a clean, slightly nutty finish.",Founder's Collection,10,85,Bordeaux,Bordeaux Blanc,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Founder's Collection  (Bordeaux Blanc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-founders-collection-sauvignon-blanc-bordeaux/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"A lighter-style Zin in both color and body. Comes down on the earthy side, with truffle, mushroom, and bark notes over delicate raspberry and vanilla aromas. Light, harmonious, even charming, and could come alive with the right food match.",,18,85,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Elizabeth 1998 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elizabeth-1998-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Elizabeth
12.5,Red,US,"Stone fruits, leather and cola are the dominant aromas. Flavors run to cherries and herbs. It falls off quickly into a light, simple, somewhat tannic wine.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Pepperwood Grove 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepperwood-grove-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Pepperwood Grove
13,White,Australia,"An attractive entry-level Chardonnay. Lots of fruit—orange, pineapple, even banana. Has a nice mouthfeel and is not overwhelmed by oak, although it comes up quite a bit on the finish. Much sweeter on the palate than the Semillon-Chardonnay.",,9,85,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1999 Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1999-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1999,Jacob's Creek
,Red,US,"An intriguing wine from grapes grown close to San Francisco. Tastes more like a field blend than like 100% Zin, with pepper, currant and blackberry flavors. Some residual sugar has been kept in, making it drink like a liqueur. Well-made in a big, juicy, thick style.",Evangelho Vineyard Old Vines,17,85,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Carmenet 1997 Evangelho Vineyard Old Vines Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1997-evangelho-vineyard-old-vines-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Carmenet
14.1,Red,US,There's a slight gaminess to this wine that makes it more interesting than your average Zin. Also some black-pepper and licorice notes that add complexity. A solid effort at a fair price. Best Buy.,,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sausal 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Sausal
,Red,US,"From a top Mendocino vineyard that yields fruit so good it's hard to mess up. It's ripe and fancy, with loads of blackberry and cherry flavors and luscious, modulated tannins. Seems to have a touch of residual sugar in the finish.",Rhodes Vineyard,24,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Claudia Springs 1997 Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/claudia-springs-1997-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Claudia Springs
14.9,Red,US,"A deep, rich berry-and-earth nose with some tomato notes segues into a rather tart cherry-and-herb palate. Odd, but not unpleasant. Drink now, in case it turns more herbal and strange with age.",Commemorative,30,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1997 Commemorative Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1997-commemorative-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Fruity, spicy and dry, with a funny medicinal note in both the aroma and flavor, suggestive of Band-Aids. A little rough and rustic, but it gets the job done. Best Buy.",,12,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Madroña 1998 Zinfandel (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrona-1998-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Madroña
,Red,US,"Smells very ripe, with wild berry, tobacco and spice aromas. Dry, rich and spicy. Notable for its silky texture and lush, soft tannins.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Newlan 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/newlan-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Newlan
12.5,White,US,"There's bright green-apple fruit on the opening, with melon and a hint of figs in the center. The finish is crisp and lean, with refreshing acidity and a hint of light spices. There's 16% Sémillon and 1% each Roussanne and Viognier in the blend.",,10,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Fountain Grove 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fountain-grove-1998-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Fountain Grove
,Red,France,"Fresh and full, with more power than expected. Enticing bouquet of berries and earth. Jammy but not heavy raspberry and strawberry fruit on the brisk palate. Smoky, peppery finish—just the right country touch. A nice expression of the Gamay grape.",Tradition,10,86,Beaujolais,Beaujolais-Villages,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Tradition  (Beaujolais-Villages),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-tradition-gamay-villages/,Gamay,1998,Barton & Guestier
13,White,US,"A bright, lemony wine with excellent acidity that seems like it has a little residual sugar. Drinks clean and fruity. A very pretty wine.",Fume Blanc,12,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1998 Fume Blanc Sauvignon Blanc (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1998-fume-blanc-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Lolonis
13,White,France,"Has a positive nose of citrus and nutmeg-like spice. Richer in mouthfeel, with good flavor definition. Not sweet and tropical-fruit flavored, but somewhat restrained and elegant, echoing Burgundy more than the new world. Shows a bit of complexity, with a doughy, leesy finish of decent length. Best Buy.",Reserve,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-reserve-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1998,Barton & Guestier
12,White,Austria,"Rich, musky fruit in the nose gives off a petrol aroma. Very ripe, so the edges are soft, with flavors of banana set against lemon, pineapple and orange marmalade. Bracing acidity keeps it from being flabby, but it's still heavy -possibly even overripe. The finish is very long, but it's also kind of fat.",Exceptional Reserve,35,86,Wachau,,,Freie Weingärtner Wachau 1995 Exceptional Reserve Riesling (Wachau),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freie-weingartner-wachau-1995-exceptional-reserve-riesling-wachau/,Riesling,1995,Freie Weingärtner Wachau
13.5,Red,Chile,"Takes a while to unfold and show its best qualities, which are raspberry fruit, some brambly rusticity, and chocolaty oak. Muscular and big, it's just right for a pot of stew, spicy chile con carne, or spaghetti and meatballs. Starts out a little awkward but finishes well. Best Buy.",Legado de Armida Reserva,6,86,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Ines 1998 Legado de Armida Reserva Merlot (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-ines-1998-legado-armida-reserva-merlot-maipo-valley/,Merlot,1998,Santa Ines
15,Red,US,"This vineyard, planted in 1910, has yielded a moderately concentrated wine full of cranberry and earth flavors. Has crisp acidity in keeping with the Topolos house style, yet tastes fuller than their other bottlings.",Rossi Ranch,25,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Topolos 1997 Rossi Ranch Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topolos-1997-rossi-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Topolos
,Red,South Africa,"A Bordeaux-style blend with earthy, barnyard aromas offset by traditional currant and raspberry. Soft and elegant, the only real detractor is a touch of green pepper, which suggests some underripe fruit. But the weight and mouthfeel are spot on.",Tiara,25,86,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 1996 Tiara Red (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-1996-tiara-red-stellenbosch/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Simonsig
,White,US,"A delicious wine with an intense floral nose and deep melon and citrus fruit on the opening. The center is complex, with layers of spice and a full mouthfeel. There are hints of pear and mint on the finish.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Guenoc 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1998-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Guenoc
14.2,Red,US,"Like most Souverain wines, this one is lavishly oaked—the nose emphasizes chocolate and toast aromas. But there's enough raspberry fruit to back up the oak treatment, and it finishes well.",,13,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Château Souverain 1997 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Château Souverain
13.4,Red,US,"This 100% Syrah is basically a second-production wine from Mat Garretson. Big oak is all over the place: in the nose, on the palate, and in the finish. Lots of cranberry and plum. Fresh and easy to drink now- it doesn't need aging. The name of the wine comes from Gulliver's Travels.",Glimigrim,12,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Garretson NV Glimigrim Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garretson-nv-glimigrim-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,,Garretson
,White,France,"Mature and mellow with a leesy, herbal nose. Slight lacquer-like note. Crisp feel on palate, with lemon and chalk flavors. Fruit is light, but nicely nuanced. Medium finish with citrus and earth notes.",Tradition,17,86,Burgundy,Pouilly-Fuissé,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Tradition  (Pouilly-Fuissé),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-tradition-white-pouilly-fuisse/,White Blend,1998,Barton & Guestier
15.1,Red,US,"Shows distinctive ripe berry and tomato aromas. Intense and flavorful, but the tomato-herb components come on strong, making it something of a love-it-or-hate-it wine.",James Gang Reserve,22,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1997 James Gang Reserve Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1997-gang-reserve-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Tobin James
12.5,Red,France,"Deeper and rounder than the regular Merlot.  Displays plummier, fuller fruit on the nose. Cherry and dark berry flavors, highlighted by cocoa accents in the mouth. Nicely balanced, with some structure. The medium finish shows moderate tannins. Good effort.",Reserve,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Reserve Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-reserve-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1998,Barton & Guestier
,Red,US,"Aromas of blackberries, plums and raisins. It's fruity enough, but there's a persistent streak of overripeness in the raisiny fruit, especially on the finish, where a sweet cassis taste lingers.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Burgess 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/burgess-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Burgess
,Red,US,"You look for a slightly rustic, untamed quality in Sierra Foothills Zin, and find it in this delightful wine. The fruit is ripe and friendly, and it's easy-drinking and dry, with plenty of appeal.",Walker Vineyard,18,86,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Boeger 1998 Walker Vineyard Zinfandel (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1998-walker-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Boeger
13.8,Red,US,"Don't let the relatively light color deceive you—this Zin packs in a lot of flavor. Starts with plenty of cedary, pencilly oak aromas, then folds in tart cranberry fruit on the palate. A lighter, oaky style that brings a sense of elegance to a varietal known more for being a bruiser.",Bliss Vineyard,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1996 Bliss Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1996-bliss-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1996,Brutocao
,White,US,"A tart, tangy wine, marked by strong citrus and gooseberry flavors. Drinks dry, rich and clean, with mouthwatering acidity and a rich earthy or herbal streak.",,14,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Elizabeth 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elizabeth-1998-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Elizabeth
13.9,White,US,"There's intense tropical fruit and lemon on the nose, with the center opening up to the traditional grassy/herbaceous flavors that are classic Sauvignon Blanc. The finish is fairly long, with a layering of green-apple fruit.",Estate Grown,11,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Lockwood 1998 Estate Grown Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1998-estate-grown-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Lockwood
13.5,Red,Chile,"Chunky, with heavy dark fruit and lots of forward oak. Maybe not the sweetest, most mainstream Merlot around, but it opens up to reveal chocolate and coffee. Good balance and tightly knit. Absolutely nothing wrong here, it's just not the most exciting wine in the world. Best Buy.",,10,87,Colchagua Valley,,,Dallas Conté 1997 Merlot (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dallas-conte-1997-merlot-colchagua-valley/,Merlot,1997,Dallas Conté
,Red,US,"Jammy and grapey, there's enough friendly fruit to fill your mouth and draw a smile. Mild oak spice and a Zin-typical brambly quality. Not a thriller, but steady and sturdy. A good Zinfandel for neophytes—after a couple of sips they'll know what Zin is about.",Maple Vineyard,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Armida 1998 Maple Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-1998-maple-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Armida
14.2,Red,US,"A pretty wine, with good balance and real varietal character. Has bright, pure fruit. Nothing over the top, but everything works in harmony, although it finishes a little on the sweet, sugary side. Still, a nice mouthful at a fair price.",,16,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1996 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1996-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,Red,Australia,"Engaging, with complexity and a lively energy seen too rarely in this price range. The nose offers dark berry fruit with subtle violet, smoke, game and earth accents. Shows medium berry fruit, peppery accents and a brisk mouthfeel. A spicy finish with supple tannins wraps up this winner. Best Buy.",,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Jacob's Creek
13.5,Red,US,Some toast and vanilla flavors blend nicely with tart berries to make a pleasant everyday Zin. Finishes with some of the spice notes you expect in quality Zinfandel. Nicely balanced and easy to drink.,,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1997 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1997-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Lolonis
,Red,US,"Generous blackberry and spice aromas are joined by pretty vanilla notes. Ripe and sweet, with supple tannins and a spicy, ripe finish. A nice wine with lots going for it. Best Buy",,14,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Black Sheep 1997 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-sheep-1997-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Black Sheep
12.5,Red,US,"Fresh, with leafy, woody aromas and tastes. Not overpumped but grapey; big-boned but not muscular. Overtly plummy with a subtle red-licorice component. What it lacks in finesse is compensated for by friendly tannins and approachability.",Estate Grown,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carneros Creek 1997 Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carneros-creek-1997-estate-grown-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Carneros Creek
13.9,White,US,"Attractive grass, citrus and honeyed aromas greet the nose. Tastes rich, fruity and spicy, though it finishes a bit sugary. A little Sémillon adds complexity. Pretty wine.",,12,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Beringer
,Red,France,"Good flavor and feel, with some elegance to boot. Aromas of spices and earth, with a mild bell-pepper element. Positive fruit, with plum, blackberry and cocoa on the medium palate. Even some complexity and structure on the medium-length finish.",Founder's Collection,10,87,Bordeaux,Entre-Deux-Mers,,Barton & Guestier 1998 Founder's Collection  (Entre-Deux-Mers),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barton-guestier-1998-founders-collection-merlot-entre-deux-mers/,Merlot,1998,Barton & Guestier
12,White,Australia,A lively and tangy wine. Lime and herb aromas and flavors are wrapped around a core of tropical and peachy fruit flavors. Zingy lime-tart finish. An engaging easy drinker for a straight glass or for salad and light seafood pairings. Best Buy.,,8,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1999 White (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1999-white-south-eastern/,White Blend,1999,Jacob's Creek
13.7,Red,US,"A deep rose color, with varietally true aromas enlivened by hints of earth, meat and smoke. Fragrant, ripe and fruity, it has a fine, round, medium body and pliant tannins. The persistent finish has some nice sassafras and spice.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Villa Mt. Eden
13.5,Red,Argentina,"This version of Argentina's specialty is packed with sweet blackberry and black-cherry fruit touched off by a smooth dash of oak, just as the name implies. The body's a little chewy and the acidity is on the low side, so what you get is plenty of pleasant fruit in a somewhat flat package. Best Buy.",Oak Reserva Malbec,10,87,Mendoza Province,Mendoza,,Santa Julia 1996 Oak Reserva Malbec Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-julia-1996-oak-reserva-malbec-cabernet-sauvignon-mendoza/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Santa Julia
,White,US,"Smells ripe and succulent, with juicy peach, pineapple and vanilla aromas. Tastes sweet and rich. Features great texture—creamy and smooth—with a spicy, slightly oaky finish that seems a little sugary.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Schug
,Red,France,"A fairly forward wine with a strong nose of cassis, earth, herbs and tobacco. Spicy plum and roasted red berry flavors on the open, fairly supple palate. Has good fruit and a full finish with moderate tannins that dispalys licorice and dark fruit flavors. Good now, better in two years.",,30,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 1995  Saint-Estèphe,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-1995-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Château de Pez
13.9,White,US,"Ripe, fruity and zesty, with not too much oak. Pretty citrus flavors of lemon and tangerine. Quite dry, with a steely backbone. A food wine, in the best sense of the term.",Estate Bottled,13,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Husch 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Husch
12.5,Red,France,"An open and easy wine, and very nicely done for this tough year. Red-fruit aromas, with cedar and herb accents. Lighter cabernet flavors. Shows good balance and a creamy mouthfeel. Finish is medium-length and pleasant. Drink now.",Grand Vin,28,87,Bordeaux,Saint-Estèphe,,Château de Pez 1997 Grand Vin  (Saint-Estèphe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-pez-1997-grand-vin-red-saint-estephe/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Château de Pez
14.5,Red,US,"Starts off soft and round, with good blackberry—almost plummy—fruit. Shows more structure on the finish as some mild, but dry, tannins assert themselves. Should drink well for up to five years.",Mother Clone Special Vyd. Sele,13,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 1997 Mother Clone Special Vyd. Sele Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-1997-mother-clone-special-vyd-sele-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Pedroncelli
12.5,Red,France,"Mildly gamy aromas (like you should expect from Syrah) are balanced by good raspberry and plum fruit. Medium-bodied at most, the weight and smoky rusticity are on target. A good, clean red. Easy to drink; not heavy or beefy.",Francois de Tournon,21,87,Rhône Valley,Saint-Joseph,,Delas Frères 1996 Francois de Tournon  (Saint-Joseph),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delas-freres-1996-francois-tournon-shiraz-syrah-syrah-saint-joseph/,Syrah,1996,Delas Frères
,Red,US,"From an underrated Zin region in Mendocino. Grapey, spicy aromas precede generous young fruit in the mouth. Very dry, with rasping tannins now, but a year or so will soften it.",Goforth Vineyard,20,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Gabrielli 1997 Goforth Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gabrielli-1997-goforth-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Gabrielli
,Red,US,"More forward and less complex than Jeff Cohn's Alegria Vineyard bottling, with bright, sweet raspberry, cherry, and spice aromas and flavors, and a touch of sweetness in the finish—but not too much. Tannins are light and silky soft. A very pretty and refined wine.",Rhodes Vineyard,26,87,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,JC Cellars 1998 Rhodes Vineyard Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jc-cellars-1998-rhodes-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,JC Cellars
14.1,White,US,"This wine opens with intense spicy and rich fruit. The mouthfeel is full and there is a range of melon and fig flavors. The finish is medium, with good acidity and balance. There's 5% Sémillon and 4% Viognier in the blend.",Magnolia Lane Vineyard,12,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1998 Magnolia Lane Vineyard Fumé Blanc (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1998-magnolia-lane-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Kunde
13.6,Red,US,"Plenty of tart black-cherry fruit is matched with cinnamon and toast in this thoroughly enjoyable Pinot that shows hints of superripe fruit. Offers good depth in a straightforward, easy-drinking style.",,20,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 1997 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1997,Wild Horse
13.5,Red,US,"Like an English breakfast, with toast, black tea, and berry jam commingling in a pleasant whole. Fruity, clean and solid all the way through. Best Buy.",,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edgewood 1996 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgewood-1996-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Edgewood
,Red,Australia,"The top-of-the-line from BRL Hardy, and it shows. Masculine aromas of smoked meat, sweaty leather, and earth give it a Rhônish character, but they're backed up by plump, juicy blackberries. Needs a couple of years to blossom, but the quality is evident.",E&E Black Pepper,65,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Barossa Valley Estate 1996 E&E Black Pepper Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barossa-valley-estate-1996-e-e-black-pepper-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1996,Barossa Valley Estate
13.5,Red,Italy,"One of the deeper, more complex Dolcettos out there; lots of dark fruit mingles with oak to form an earthy edge accented by coffee. It's probably too tannic for its own good, but who's complaining about the seriousness of this wine?",Bricco Botti,27,89,Piedmont,Dolcetto di Dogliani Superiore,,Pecchenino 1996 Bricco Botti  (Dolcetto di Dogliani Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pecchenino-1996-bricco-botti-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dogliani-superiore/,Dolcetto,1996,Pecchenino
13,Red,Italy,"Heavily toasted oak, vanilla, and a certain jamminess to the aromas. The fruit and oak battle on the palate, with the oak coming out on top. For some this will come across as a product of a saw mill. Wood fanatics, however, will enjoy the interplay between char and black fruit.",Ciabot Camerano,15,86,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Marcarini 1998 Ciabot Camerano  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcarini-1998-ciabot-camerano-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1998,Marcarini
12.5,Red,Italy,"Shows a nose of cherry fruit, nutmeg accents, and a slight musty note. Tangy orange edge to the flavors, with fairly high acidity. Rather old for Dolcetto, so drink soon.",,19,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Fontana 1996  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fontana-1996-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1996,Fontana
,Red,US,"An excellent, very classy red, with all sorts of breeding. This is top-flight Napa Merlot, amply restrained but forward enough to qualify as a modern California take on the grape. Rich textbook flavors of plum and cranberry, and a solid coating of toasty oak.",Estate,53,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1996 Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1996-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Duckhorn
14,Red,US,"A tightly packed, full-flavored baby. Dark berry and foresty aromas. Not very forthcoming in its tight state, but there's lots of depth here: dark cherry and cassis fruit, toasty oak and positive earthy elements. Great structure and a long finish. Try in 2 to 4 years.",Oakville Estate,45,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vine Cliff 1996 Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vine-cliff-1996-oakville-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Vine Cliff
12.9,Red,US,"This winery's flagship wine hits paydirt with plenty of violet, plum and blackberry aromas and flavors. Drinks rich and dry. The wine has a real personality that must come from this particular vineyard. Such a pretty finish; real quality here.",Brutocao Vineyards,18,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1996 Brutocao Vineyards Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1996-vineyards-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,1996,Brutocao
,Red,US,"Dark color. The nose is dominated now by intense smoky oak—well-charred, with accompanying vanilla and anise notes. Tastes dense, concentrated and tannic now. A big, well-ripened wine obviously built for the cellar. Should age well.",Reserve,33,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Sinskey 1995 Reserve Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-sinskey-1995-reserve-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1995,Robert Sinskey
,White,US,"A ripe and fruity wine, with quite lavish oak that lends toasty, nutty notes. Drinks very spicy and rich. Clean and vibrant, with some pedigree in the pure fruit and fancy trimmings. Best Buy.",Hopland Cuvée,10,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Milone 1997 Hopland Cuvée Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milone-1997-hopland-cuvee-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1997,Milone
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Quite floral, offering hints of violets and black cherries. A reserved style, with a narrow band of fruit flavors and some dusty tannins to resolve. Try in five years, but will always be more fragrant than flavorful.",Quinta Da Cavadinha,42,87,Douro,,,Warre's 1986 Quinta Da Cavadinha Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-1986-quinta-cavadinha-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1986,Warre's
,White,US,"Lemons, figs and a creamy banana element are all over the nose and palate. Just the right charge of acidity keeps it spry. There's good viscosity and it goes nicely with a sandwich of country ham, greens and Dijon mustard. Full and long in the mouth, this is a nice California white, but with limits.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 1998 Pinot Gris (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-monterey/,Pinot Gris,1998,Morgan
14.2,White,US,"Chardonnay from several respected Sonoma vineyard sites. Floral, pear, apple cider, herbal and smoky elements. Displays a toasty, leesy quality and fairly good neo-Burgundian complexity in the mouth, but also some unevenness.",Dutton Ranch,28,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dutton-Goldfield 1998 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dutton-goldfield-1998-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Dutton-Goldfield
14.1,White,US,"A fairly large-scaled wine with a full mouthfeel. Herbs, grass/hay and melon on the nose. Flavors are light citrus, melon and faint stone fruit. The finish is medium in length, with a pleasant tang.",,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Cakebread
13,Red,US,"Quite flavorful, if a bit varietally vague. Cherry, allspice, leather, cranberry and tea aromas read almost like a Pinot Noir. Elegant, maybe a bit lean, but with very good balance. Cherry, herb and spice flavors. Spicy, sweet and sour finish.",,20,86,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,M. Cosentino
13.9,Red,US,"Aromas of berry, herbs and earth. Nice flavor integration with black cherry, plum, raspberry and an interesting orange hint. However, the mouthfeel is quite sharp, and the finish, with an herbaceous note, is tannic and drying. Some great flavors, but tough right now, and tough to judge.",M. Coz,80,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1996 M. Coz Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1996-coz-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,M. Cosentino
13.5,White,US,"There's zippy and refreshing flavors in this little fruit bomb that just keep coming at you, starting with green apple on through to a potpourri of tropical fruit. The finish is medium with a touch of oak.",,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Geyser Peak
12,White,US,"Strong grapefruit and lime, with a touch of earthiness on the nose. Flavors follow, with the addition of a chalky streak and floral notes. Lean but not aggressive mouthfeel, and a clean lime and lemon-basil finish.",,15,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Voss
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Imagine brown sugar and raisins in liquid form. Not overly concentrated or complex, but thoroughly enjoyable. Mild tannins suggest this will be an early-maturing bottling.",Quinta da Chousa,40,86,Port,,,Martinez Gassiot 1995 Quinta da Chousa  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-gassiot-1995-quinta-chousa-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1995,Martinez Gassiot
13.2,White,US,"A bright, fruity, oaky wine. Opens with sharp apple, peach and cantaloupe flavors. It's a big, flavorful wine, but a little clumsy. Finishes with a lemony edge.",,13,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1998 Pinot Blanc (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1998-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,Italy,"Earth and currants on the round, inviting nose. Plenty of sweet, forward fruit, especially ripe black plums. Less austere than many Chiantis, and for that it scores extra points. Not really one for the ages; best to enjoy now. Seems a lot like a California Sangiovese with its sweet, fruity profile.",Riserva,16,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 1995 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-1995-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello di Gabbiano
14.2,Red,US,"Nothing wrong with it, just an indistinct, generic, berry-like, semitannic wine that could be anything, and doesn't seem to have the stuff to age.",Reserve,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1997 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1997-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Clos du Bois
,White,US,"An amazingly tasty wine considering the price, with good varietal character featuring crisp lime/lemon and honeydew fruit. The finish is fairly long, with good acidity. Best Buy.",,7,85,California,California Other,California,Bogle 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-1998-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Bogle
12.5,White,US,"Full style. Mild melon and grapefruit. Oak is apparent. Figgy flavors and fairly soft in the mouth. Woody and herbal on the back end. Solid, but lacks a little grace and liveliness.",Reserve Barrel Fermented,15,85,California,Napa,Rutherford,Quail Ridge 1997 Reserve Barrel Fermented Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quail-ridge-1997-reserve-barrel-fermented-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Quail Ridge
,Red,Italy,"A rustic red in the best sense, the ripe fruit leaps from the glass, with black plums dominant. There's a touch of cinnamon and light berry fruit in the center. The finish is refreshing. The chief grape is Uva di Troia, which was first planted in Apulia by the Greeks. Best Buy.",Castel del Monte,8,85,Southern Italy,Apulia,,Torre Sveva 1998 Castel del Monte Red (Apulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-sveva-1998-castel-monte-red-apulia/,Red Blend,1998,Torre Sveva
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"One of this esteemed house's basic Ports, and it's by no means hard to enjoy. Some strawberry and red fruit on the young, rubbery nose. Tangy, with the requisite sweetness in the form of brown sugar. There's a dark coffee note on the finish.",King's Tawny,13,85,Port,,,Warre's NV King's Tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-nv-kings-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Warre's
13.8,White,US,"The nose is brilliant with inviting floral fruit, mingled with peaches and banana. In the center, there's a smoky/oaky complex of flavors leading to a refreshing finish.",,18,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Wine Co. 1998 Pinot Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-wine-co-1998-pinot-blanc-napa-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Napa Wine Co.
13.5,Red,US,"Positive nose with black-cherry fruit, vanillin oak, and a hint of mint. Black cherries and chocolate on the palate. Has a round, easy mouthfeel and mildly dry tannins on the back end.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Camelot 1996 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-1996-merlot-other/,Merlot,1996,Camelot
12.5,Red,Italy,"Very raisiny and earthy, as many reds from Puglia are. Rustic, but with lots of charm. Good mouthfeel and a dry finish. Good pizza/pasta wine. If you like a little earthy quality in your reds, buy it by the case. Best Buy.",,8,85,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Vereto 1995 Red (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vereto-1995-red-salice-salentino/,Red Blend,1995,Vereto
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"What it lacks in smoothness it makes up for in its chocolaty creaminess and cream-soda flavors. Notes of cloves, licorice and spicy fruit will please anyone looking for a good, basic sipper. A tad clunky, but likable.",10 Years Tawny,25,85,Port,,,Cockburn's NV 10 Years Tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cockburns-nv-10-years-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Cockburn's
13.5,White,US,"Pale, but not lacking in aroma and flavor. Grapefruit and gooseberry on the nose and palate, but with a soft manner. Not sharp in the mouth and finishes decently. A varietally correct crowd-pleaser.",,11,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Kenwood
13.5,Red,US,"Smells very young and jammy-fruity, with a green or stalky herbaceous edge. Tastes fairly tannic and earthy, with thick, chewy flavors. Might benefit from a little bottle age.",,22,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lambert Bridge 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Lambert Bridge
,Red,US,"Fruity and supple, marked by adequate fruit and a streak of green chlorophyll or anise that adds a dimension of herbaceousness. Tannins are fairly astringent. A full-bodied red wine that's well made, although it lacks complexity.",,21,85,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1997 Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1997-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,1997,Lolonis
20.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A full-bore tawny, it's still going strong, possibly too strong. Rosy in color, there's a faint odor of chlorine to go with the tea and spice aromas. Full-bodied, even a touch heavy. Spicy flavors along with apples, and some honey to the finish. Overall it's overdone.",Colheita,40,85,Port,,,Quinta do Noval 1971 Colheita  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-noval-1971-colheita-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1971,Quinta do Noval
,Red,US,"Mouthfilling, but suffers some from a green element in the cassis-like fruit. Offers complex flavors of cassis, meat and sour plums, but that green edge detracts. A serious effort, but running on less than all cylinders.",,24,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Robert Craig 1997 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1997,Robert Craig
14.1,Red,US,"The aromas are nothing if not intense. Lots of charred oak and mocha. But where's the fruit? It's there, but way, way in reserve. This wine requires more than an hour to breathe itself to life, where some of the mountain fruit finally shows itself.",Diamond Mountain Vineyard,50,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Martin Ray 1997 Diamond Mountain Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-1997-diamond-mountain-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Martin Ray
14.5,White,US,"Full, maybe even fat, which is not a common word for Sauvignon Blanc. Light grapefruit aromas, some pear, and a grassy element mark the nose. Round in the mouth, and the flavors tend to fig and melon. Tangy, it may be a touch warm on the finish.",Reserve,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1998 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1998-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Merryvale
12.5,Red,Spain,"Not quite as complex as the Oro, but also very well done. Both wines are 85% Tempranillo and 15% Garnacha. Shows a nice density on the nose an din the mouth, with earth and spice-tinged cherry aromas and flavors. Finishes clean. Less earty than the above;some may find it more appealing.",Plata,5,86,Central Spain,Sacedon-Mondejar,,Casa Solar 1994 Plata Tempranillo (Sacedon-Mondejar),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-1994-plata-tempranillo-sacedon-mondejar/,Tempranillo,1994,Casa Solar
,Red,US,"Has all the correct characteristics of fine Cabernet Sauvignon, from the currant, cedar and green-olive aromas to the dry, fruity flavors. It's a bit rough, as befits an everyday wine. Still, it's got some very nice features.",,12,86,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Hawk Crest
,White,US,"A bells-and-whistles Chard marked by lees exposure and plenty of toasty, smoky oak. The fruit is there, too—ripe and full, all peaches and cream and green apple, with a noticeable earthy or herbal streak. Finishes with a bit of sweetness.",,21,86,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1997 Chardonnay (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1997-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Lolonis
,Red,Italy,"A fruity, friendly, well-made Chianti that's as easy on the palate as it is on the wallet. There's definite freshness to this brand-new release, and it will go with many different foods: appetizers, pasta, meat, etc. Simple but structured, with good cherry and plum flavors. The perfect wine to bring to a casual dinner party. Best Buy.",Alaura,10,86,Tuscany,Chianti,,Villa Giulia 1998 Alaura  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-giulia-1998-alaura-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1998,Villa Giulia
13,White,US,"Clean and showing decent varietal character with grapefruit, grass and gooseberry notes on the nose. Herbs, mild citrus and melon on the palate. Decent mouthfeel with good fruit-acid balance. Simple, but correct and enjoyable Sauvignon Blanc.",Echo Ridge,8,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Echo Ridge Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-echo-ridge-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Fetzer
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"All the basic berries and cream on the nose. Plush and rich, this is easy-drinking Port. Black plums and a big-time sweet core. Close to syrupy, but retains its balance. Smooth, well rounded, fruity and good. A nice dessert Port.",Reserve Edition LBV,19,86,Port,,,Rozes 1994 Reserve Edition LBV  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-1994-reserve-edition-lbv-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1994,Rozes
13.5,Red,US,"A friendly, fruity Merlot with smooth tannins and a silky texture. A nice wine, but a tad sharp both on the palate and in the finish, which fades away with an almost lemony quality. The oak treatment belies the name—it's not particularly toasty at all. Overall an easy-drinking red with ample doses of Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petit Verdot.",Toasted Head,17,86,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1997 Toasted Head Merlot (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1997-toasted-head-merlot-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Merlot,1997,R.H. Phillips
12,Red,Italy,A lusty big red wine with lively minty flavors. There's light brambly fruit in the center and a medium-length finish.,,23,86,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 1998 Piedirosso (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1998-italian-red-piedirosso-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Piedirosso,1998,Mastroberardino
,White,Australia,"A delicious fruit-forward quaff with acres of ripe fruit anxious to please. There is a touch of oak, which gives the wine balance and deepens the mouthfeel.",,12,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 1999 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-1999-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,1999,Wolf Blass
13.5,Red,US,"If you like your Merlots herbaceous, give this one a try. The dried-herb elements add complexity to this otherwise straight-ahead Merlot. Supple and ready to drink now.",Barrel Select,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fetzer 1997 Barrel Select Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1997-barrel-select-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Fetzer
,Red,Italy,"A blend of 60% Sangiovese, 20% Pinot Nero, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot, this is a cheerful drink-me-now kind of wine with ripe blackberry fruit and a touch of sweet spice.",Pomino Rosso,25,86,Tuscany,Pomino,,Frescobaldi 1996 Pomino Rosso Sangiovese (Pomino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1996-pomino-rosso-sangiovese-pomino/,Sangiovese,1996,Frescobaldi
12.5,White,US,"Has pretty lemon and grapefruit aromas and flavors--full-throttle citrus. Very strong, ripe and spicy; mouth-tingling and very dry. Simple, but zesty and easy-drinking.",Special Collection,14,86,California,South Coast,Temecula,Callaway 1998 Special Collection Pinot Gris (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-special-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-south-coast-temecula/,Pinot Gris,1998,Callaway
,Red,US,"Pretty Cab aromas and flavors in a soft, luxurious package. The tannins are rich and lacy, and a bit fierce—you can feel them scour the palate. But the fruit is ripe and mellow. A year or so in the cellar won't hurt.",,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Hidden Cellars 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Hidden Cellars
13,Red,Italy,"A blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 50% Sangiovese, it offers plenty of weedy, tobacco-scented cherry fruit and a minor cedar component. Ripe but slightly lean, it does expand nicely on the palate into a juicy, lingering finish. Drink over the near term.",Ca del Pazzo,33,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta Caparzo 1994 Ca del Pazzo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-caparzo-1994-ca-pazzo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1994,Tenuta Caparzo
,Red,Italy,"Plummy, overt, and friendly enough, but not too complex. A good wine for pastas or chicken cacciatore—it's not a difficult wine to enjoy at all. Offers versatility and a certain fruit-forwardness over nuance.",Tenuta Nuova,50,87,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Casanova di Neri 1994 Tenuta Nuova  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casanova-neri-1994-tenuta-nuova-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1994,Casanova di Neri
,Red,US,"A superripe Bordeaux blend that's 75% Merlot. Lots of herb-spice aromas of clove, cinnamon and allspice. Dark fruit flavors, and plenty of spicy, toasty oak, with licorice emerging on the finish. Hints of raisins and prunes indicate a bit of overripeness.",Alluvium,30,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1996 Alluvium Red (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1996-alluvium-red-sonoma-knights-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Beringer
13.5,Red,Australia,"A fruit-driven wine. Loads of black-cherry, violet, even maple notes on the nose. Rich, yet lively and multifaceted, with bright sweet fruit, herbal notes and good acidity to match. Not deep, but an easy drinker that satisfies. Best Buy.",,9,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Jacob's Creek 1998 Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1998-shiraz-south-eastern-australia-3077/,Shiraz,1998,Jacob's Creek
13.6,Red,US,"A nice everyday-style wine, with black-currant and blackberry notes. On the light side, with soft tannins. Delicately fruity.",Bliss Vineyard,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1996 Bliss Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1996-bliss-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Brutocao
,Red,US,"Rich and fruity, with oaky, earthy scents riding on top of a solid core of black-cherry fruit. Has very pretty fruit flavors; ripe and spicy, and enough body to drink with ample fare—barbecue, salmon, grilled meat. Shows just a touch of overripeness. Best Buy.",,12,87,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Hawk Crest
,White,US,"A citrusy, minerally wine, with pretty honeysuckle notes. Very dry, tart and lemony, with a spicy finish. No oak here, just bright fruit and crisp acidity. Nice cocktail wine. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Markham
13,Red,Australia,"Cedary, toasty oak and a certain sweetness mark the bouquet of this affordable, friendly Cab. Robust and juicy, there are clear vanilla and black-cherry notes on the palate. Light-bodied and simple, this one was made for the masses, and why not? Best Buy.",Yellow Label,12,87,South Australia,South Australia,,Wolf Blass 1997 Yellow Label Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wolf-blass-1997-yellow-label-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Wolf Blass
,White,US,"An intense and lively wine with a delicious melon and citrus center. The finish is long and layered, with a hint of gooseberries and a sprinkling of green herbal flavors.",,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Wellington 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-mountain/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Wellington
12,Red,US,"Toast and blueberries make for a welcoming bouquet; in the mouth the oak emerges as the dominant flavor, turning caramel-like. Some fine tannins should drop out in a year or so, making it worthy of short-term cellaring if you like your wines on the woody side.",Reserve,15,87,California,California Other,California,Phillips 1997 Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/phillips-1997-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Phillips
,Red,Italy,"This Cabernet-Sangiovese blend is aged in the barriques that once held the prestigious Ornellaia. A fine representative of the excellent '97 vintage. Good depth of black-cherry and plummy fruit, some vanilla oak notes, and proper tannins. A lot of fruit-driven quality from a winery that doesn't scrimp.",Le Volte,20,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia NV Le Volte Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-nv-le-volte-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
13.1,White,US,"A fine, flinty, Pouilly-Fumé-like wine: dry and tart from its high acidity. Sleek, light and crisp, with characteristic grassy-citrus flavors. A delightful wine with just enough ripeness to satisfy.",Bliss Vineyard,15,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Brutocao 1997 Bliss Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brutocao-1997-bliss-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Brutocao
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Simple and straightforward, with a clean, creamy body. The aromas and flavors of cinnamon, walnuts and burnt caramel conjure up memories of crème brûlée. Solid, as is the house style, if basic.",Infanta Isabel 10 Year Tawny,25,87,Port,,,Rozes NV Infanta Isabel 10 Year Tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rozes-nv-infanta-isabel-10-year-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Rozes
13.9,Red,US,"One of the few '94s still being released. This blend of four Bordeaux varietals exhibits mature aromas of smoke and leather on top of various berries and smoky oak. Tastes quite supple, with fruity flavors. The strong tannins kick in midpalate, and the finish is quick. Not especially complex.",Tresor Reserve,65,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1994 Tresor Reserve Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1994-tresor-reserve-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1994,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,"A fresh, fruity, lively SB with plenty of citrusy zest and pizzazz. Not oaky at all, but fruity, with a creamy mouthfeel and good acidity.",Jenner Vineyard,12,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 1998 Jenner Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1998-jenner-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Fritz
14.1,Red,US,"Shows fine structure and complexity, but at the same time a rather lean flavor profile and mouthfeel. Cherry and berry and a touch of green pepper on the nose. Tart plum and cherry flavors in the mouth with a decent, if slightly light (and high-acid) mouthfeel. Finishes with moderate tannins.",,35,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cakebread 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cakebread-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Cakebread
,White,US,"A bright and lively wine with good acidity and a lean, engaging finish. The fruit is on the citrus side, but with some depth and concentration.",,13,87,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Boeger 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Boeger
12.5,Red,Spain,"From this recently granted (1996) DOC region comes this very commendable and inexpensive red. The nose is rich, with vanilla-tinged berry aromas and a brambly, earthy complexity not often seen in this price range. The mouthfeel is full; there is structure and a long, dry finish with even tannins. Would work with many food pairings.",Oro,6,87,Central Spain,Sacedon-Mondejar,,Casa Solar 1994 Oro Tempranillo (Sacedon-Mondejar),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-1994-oro-tempranillo-sacedon-mondejar/,Tempranillo,1994,Casa Solar
13.5,Red,US,Review not available at this time.,Private Reserve,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1996 Private Reserve Merlot (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1996-private-reserve-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Merlot,1996,Lolonis
13.5,Red,US,"Richly oaked, but also oozes supple blackberry fruit. Vanilla and cinnamon embellish the fruit without overpowering it. Nicely done. Best Buy.",Coastal,10,88,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1997 Coastal Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1997-coastal-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Villa Mt. Eden
13,Red,US,"A big, solid Cabernet with rich cherry and blackberry fruit, and lots of toasty oak to greet the nose. Expansive and jammy; plump black-currant flavors, with chocolate notes. With its good acidity and long finish, it has tannins to lose, but you can drink it now or hold.",,28,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,M. Cosentino
13,Red,US,"An ample Merlot. Full and fruity, with heft. Rich enough, and very Napa in style. Forceful, with an earthy, tobacco core. The broad palate shies away and thins on the finish, but overall it's got some style going for it.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edgewood 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgewood-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Edgewood
17.5,Port/Sherry,Australia,"A nutty wine with brilliant fruit, made in a lighter tawny style. The wine, a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz and Muscat, has a medium finish with a touch of dark plum at the end. Best Buy.",Tawny,10,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Benjamin NV Tawny Port (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-nv-tawny-port-blend-port-south-eastern/,Port,,Benjamin
13.6,Red,US,"A soft, pretty, supple Merlot marked by cherry aromas and spicy berry flavors. Soft and friendly, with plenty of charm, and enough acidity and tannins to lend it authority, although it's kind of one-dimensional.",Vintner's Reserve,21,88,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Vintner's Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-vintners-reserve-merlot-california-1091/,Merlot,1997,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,Australia,"Appealing and rather elegant. Opens with berry fruit and a leathery nose. Blackberry, spicy cherry and tarragon notes grace the palate. Not fat, but rather balanced and marked by bright fruit and moderate tannins on the long juicy finish.",Bin 61,15,88,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Leasingham 1997 Bin 61 Shiraz (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leasingham-1997-bin-61-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-clare-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Leasingham
13.7,Red,US,"Fruit seems very ripe, almost jammy, but it has an earthy, saddle-leather element that adds complexity. Deep dried-cherry flavors and a plummy feel. Spicy baked fruits on the dry, fairly long finish. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, but all the Bordeaux grapes are there.",Tradition,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Edgewood 1995 Tradition Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edgewood-1995-tradition-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Edgewood
13.4,White,US,"There's an intriguing combination of tropical fruit and peaches in the opening aromas. In the center, the wine offers ripe pear and apple pie flavors. A fairly long finish picks up the pear fruit for a satisfying climax.",,12,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,Italy,"Don't judge this one too quickly. It takes an inordinate amount of time to open up. Very intense and tight, it's heavy with black fruit and licorice. Not as liberal as it may be down the line, it still sports a nice center of chewy fruit, offset by some sharp, astringent tannins. Good structure, but the finish is incomplete.",,43,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 1994  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1994-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1994,Castello Banfi
14.1,Red,US,"Light but very flavorful. Good red-berry fruit, and a briary, almost Rhône-like quality to the nose. Sweet-tart fruit with chocolate nuances graces the palate. Shows decent acidity without being sharp, and a nice earthy element on finish. Not a full-bodied wine, but elegant and enjoyable.",,17,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Clos La Chance 1997 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1997,Clos La Chance
13,Red,US,"Shows red plums and black cherries, with cinnamon and herbal-floral nuances on the nose. Good depth of blackberry fruit on the palate, along with tobacco and toasty oak flavors. Full mouthfeel and medium-to-full tannins on the moderately long finish. Should come together well over the next 2 to 4 years.",Moffett Vineyard,50,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Livingston 1996 Moffett Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livingston-1996-moffett-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Livingston
14,White,Australia,"There's a lot in here: green apple, lemon rind, tropical notes, quince, vanilla on the nose. Classic ripe Chardonnay flavors; apple and oak. Lemony overtones throughout. Good mouthfeel and a spicy finish.",Lenswood Croft,40,88,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Henschke 1998 Lenswood Croft Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henschke-1998-lenswood-croft-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,1998,Henschke
,White,US,"Very tight. Little shows at first except a wallop of menthol-scented French oak. With determined airing, some pear and mineral scents emerge. Rich and nutty, with pretty fruit shadings once it opens up. It's Burgundian-styled and could stand some time in the cellar.",Central Coast Blend,30,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Nichols 1997 Central Coast Blend Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nichols-1997-central-coast-blend-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1997,Nichols
14.1,Red,US,"Lots of Merlot flavor, but some unusual elements on the nose. Aromas of oak, basil, tomato, even caramelized onion yield to more expected flavors. The palate offers archetypal cherry, sour plum, coffee and chocolate notes. Decently stuffed and well structured, just a bit uneven.",Reserve,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 1996 Reserve Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1996-reserve-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1996,St. Francis
,White,US,"A rich, round, nutty wine, with citrus and orange-peel aromas and flavors. Quite full-bodied and viscous, with full-throttle fruit flavors. Steely and clean.",Laetitia Vineyard,16,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Savannah-Chanelle 1998 Laetitia Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-1998-laetitia-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Savannah-Chanelle
,White,US,"Here's a fancy Sauvignon Blanc at a good price. Plenty of citrus, flower and grass, and an unusual mineral streak. Finishes clean and spicy, with a slight touch of sweetness. Lots of finesse and style in this pretty wine.",,13,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,St. Clement
,Red,Italy,"88 Azienda Agricola Palazzina 1993 Le Macioche (Brunello di Montalcino); $41. Textbook sweet-cherry and tobacco aromas with just a touch of anise. Follows through with good concentration and a medium-length, mildly tannic finish. Try from 2002.",Le Macioche,41,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Palazzina 1993 Le Macioche  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palazzina-1993-le-macioche-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1993,Palazzina
,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Quite concentrated; filled with dark-fruit flavors that offer hints of coffee, licorice and chocolate. Its moderately tannic nature suggests cellaring 5–10 years before peak maturity.",Quinta da Eira Velha,43,89,Port,,,Martinez Gassiot 1995 Quinta da Eira Velha  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinez-gassiot-1995-quinta-eira-velha-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1995,Martinez Gassiot
13,Red,Italy,"A beautifully structured wine made from the Aglianico grape—an ancient southern Italian grape of Greek origin. The wine is complex yet harmonious, with traces of black cherry and rose petals just touched by mint. The finish is long and complex. Very satisfying wine.",Radici,42,89,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Mastroberardino 1995 Radici  (Taurasi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1995-radici-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,1995,Mastroberardino
13.5,Red,US,"Quintessential California Merlot: round, supple and drinkable right away, but with good tannins and structure. Accessible, with enough basic friendliness and complexity to please all types of wine drinkers. The finish is smooth, with woody black-licorice notes.",Winery Lake Vineyard,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 1997 Winery Lake Vineyard Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1997-winery-lake-vineyard-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1997,Sterling
,Red,US,"Quintessential California Merlot:round, suppl and drinkable right away, but with good tannins and structure. Accessible, with enough basic friendliness and complexity to please all types of wine drinkers. The finish is smooth, with woody black-licorice notes",Winery Lake,35,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 1996 Winery Lake Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1996-winery-lake-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1996,Sterling
13,Red,US,"Rich, dense aromas of cocoa, prunes, cedar, cherry and mint. Concentrated, fairly low-acid mouthfeel with dark-fruit, chocolate and coffee flavors. Noticeable but plush broad tannins on the finish. No sharp edges here. Very obvious, but charmingly so.",,15,89,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shooting Star 1997 Merlot (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-1997-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Merlot,1997,Shooting Star
,Red,US,"A dense, concentrated wine that's still very young, with earthy, plummy aromas and a streak of violets. Tastes juicy and fat, with plump, well-ripened stone-fruit flavors. The tannins are lush and elegant. Will develop further in the bottle.",,24,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Keenan
,Red,US,"Cassis fruit, with aromas of forest, dill and a funky leathery note. Black-currant, berry and chocolate flavors predominate. Rich, almost creamy mouthfeel, with a nice finish of medium length and moderate tannins.",Trailside,49,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Heitz 1994 Trailside Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heitz-1994-trailside-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Heitz
13.5,White,US,"A rather complex Sauvignon Blanc, with good balance and lively, bright fruit centered on citrus with a touch of peach and fig. The grapes are from organically farmed vineyards.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Napa Wine Co. 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-wine-co-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Napa Wine Co.
13.5,Red,US,"From an old, organic vineyard, this is the winery's reserve-level Petite Sirah. The three “Ds” apply: deep, dense and decadent. Lots of big black-cherry and coffee flavor, with a chocolaty sensation created by direct, drying tannins. Gritty with a big taste profile. Should soften with time.",Orpheus Private Reserve,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1996 Orpheus Private Reserve Petite Sirah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1996-orpheus-private-reserve-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Petite Sirah,1996,Lolonis
13,White,US,"A clean, zesty wine made entirely from estate-grown grapes. Has the prettiest citrus fruit, and drinks softly complex. Stylish, elegant wine that tastes like it costs a lot more.",,12,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Flora Springs
13.4,White,US,"Clean, inviting floral and citrus aromas: straw, vanilla, spice and oak. Drinks rich and full-bodied, with a strong dose of smoky oak. Seems like it might contain a bit of residual sugar.",Reserve,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1998 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1998-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Ferrari-Carano
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"A soft, aromatic tawny, with little to no aggressiveness. Flavors of oranges, caramel, nuts and chocolate make it more than easy to take. Almost nonexistent acidity yields a fluffy, almost hedonistic wine—yet it's only a 10-year-old. Best Buy.",10 Years Old,19,89,Douro,,,Feist NV 10 Years Old Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feist-nv-10-years-old-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,,Feist
13.8,Red,US,"Smells rich and oaky, with plush berry fruit, oriental spice and plums. High quality, with ripe, distinctive fruit. Balanced and elegant, with lots of pedigree. Young and tannic. Not especially hedonistic, but high-toned.",Grand Reserve,47,89,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1995 Grand Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1995-grand-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1995,Kendall-Jackson
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Heavy-duty tawny is what you have here. Big doses of liqueur and coffee make for a mature personality. Sports some Scotch whisky notes to accompany Middle Eastern spices. The slight metallic edge, especially on the finish, holds it back from greatness. If you like 'em big, this may be your Port.",Reserve Tawny,111,89,Port,,,Warre's 1961 Reserve Tawny  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/warres-1961-reserve-tawny-port-blend-port-port/,Port,1961,Warre's
,White,US,"A junior version of the Storey Creek bottling. It shares many of the same rich, fruity characteristics, but it's a shade less rich, and has a tarter, more angular texture. Still, virtually as good, and a few bucks cheaper. Best Buy.",,12,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1998 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1998-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Ferrari-Carano
13.5,Red,US,"Still classic after all these years. Defines Napa Cabernet with its cedary, oliveaceous, black-currant aromas and rich, dry flavors. It's got enough tannins to age, too.",Reserve,23,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Raymond
,Red,US,"Deep plummy, black-cherry nose. Tightly packed; very positive flavors of dark berry, coffee and cocoa, with licorice and earthy notes. Very nice mouthfeel and finish with even, velvety tannins. Medium in weight, it's drinkable now yet will age well.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1996 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1996-merlot-sonoma-county-5169/,Merlot,1996,Sebastiani
,White,US,"Another outstanding Pinot Blanc from Monterey, this one opens with a whiff of almonds and honey, leading into a center of melon and light citrus flavors. A lovely alternative to one more tired Chardonnay.",Paraiso Springs,13,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Pavona 1997 Paraiso Springs Pinot Blanc (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavona-1997-paraiso-springs-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Pavona
,Red,US,"Contains 22% Cabernet Sauvignon, and it speaks loudly, with strong, flashy black currant, cedar, plum and chocolate. A flashy, oaky wine. Very pretty stone-fruit and berry flavors; dry and complex. Nice wine.",,24,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 1997 Merlot (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1997-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Merlot,1997,Greenwood Ridge
13.7,White,US,"Very Chard-like in its citrus, pear and tropical-fruit aromas. Bright and pretty with its creamy texture and sweet, ripe citrus flavors. Also very oaky, with toasty, spicy, vanilla notes. Clean and tasty, this is a crowd-pleaser. Best Buy.",,14,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Wild Horse 1998 Pinot Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1998-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Wild Horse
,Red,Italy,"For what would be considered this winery's base-level Chianti, it offers almost everything one could ask for, minus a lot of intensity. A nice cranberry nose, full fruit and character galore. Light more than heavy, it sits comfortably on your tongue before fading into a smooth, light finish. Hardly any overt tannins make it drinkable right away. Best Buy.",Cetamura,11,90,Tuscany,Chianti,,Badia a Coltibuono 1997 Cetamura  (Chianti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/badia-a-coltibuono-1997-cetamura-sangiovese-chianti/,Sangiovese,1997,Badia a Coltibuono
,Red,Italy,"One of the longest-held wines in the world, this new release shows both deep color and body. Mature leathery, cassis and kirsch aromas, followed by plummy, almost pruny fruit, and a clear chocolaty flavor. A big Cabernet/Sangiovese blend demanding equally big fare: osso buco, a T-bone steak, etc.",San Giorgio,49,90,Central Italy,Rosso dell'Umbria,,Lungarotti 1990 San Giorgio  (Rosso dell'Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-1990-san-giorgio-red-rosso-dellumbria/,Red Blend,1990,Lungarotti
19.5,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Dark and masculine, there's a lot of coffee mixed with a deep undercurrent of orange. Big-bodied, full in the mouth and malty. A snappy tawny offering all that a good 10-year-old should. Fresh as can be and extremely well made.",Quinta da Ervamoira,34,90,Port,,,Ramos-Pinto NV Quinta da Ervamoira  (Port),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramos-pinto-nv-quinta-ervamoira-port-blend-port-port/,Port,,Ramos-Pinto
,White,US,"This is a good example of the Schug style. A balanced wine with a harmonious blend of fruit, oak and acidity. The midpalate is fairly complex, with layers of flavors and the finish is long and satisfying. What's not to like? Best Buy.",,12,90,California,North Coast,North Coast,Schug 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1998-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Schug
,White,US,"This winery continues its tradition of offering some of the state's cleanest organic wines at terrific prices. Here's an exuberantly fruity wine that comes out swinging and doesn't stop. Strong lemon and lime flavors; rich and dry, with pretty acidity. Not too oaky, which lets the lush fruit dance and shine. Best Buy.",,12,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bonterra 1998 Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1998-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1998,Bonterra
,White,US,"A new single-vineyard 100% varietal wine. Melon, herb and citrus aromas and flavors, with freshness and piquancy. The creaminess on top of crisp acidity makes it elegant.",Storey Creek Vineyard,15,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Ferrari-Carano 1998 Storey Creek Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1998-storey-creek-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Ferrari-Carano
13,Red,US,"Has fine intensity while remaining elegant. Nose of cedar, tobacco, red fruit and a hint of bay leaf. Solid beam of red-currant and plum flavors. Medium mouthfeel, with a long velvety finish.",Reserve,60,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Trefethen
13.4,Red,US,"Deep plummy, black-cherry nose. Tightly packed;very positive flavors of dark berry, coffee and cocoa, with licorice and earthy notes. Very nice mouthfeel an dfinish with even, velvety tannins. Medium in weight, it's drinkable now yet will age well.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1996 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1996-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1996,Sebastiani
,Red,US,"A surprisingly rich and effusive wine for this ""lesser"" varietal. Bursting with intense berry flavors, it's just about as ripe as red wine gets. Yet it's balanced and harmonious, and the finish lasts forever.",Redhead Vyd,19,90,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Fife 1997 Redhead Vyd Carignane (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1997-redhead-vyd-carignan-carignane-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Carignane,1997,Fife
14.3,Red,US,"Their “regular” Merlot. Packed with earth, plum and oak aromas, but fairly closed. In the mouth, there's fantastic density and concentration; a chewy wine that delivers plum and mocha flavors. The finish goes on forever. Should improve with a few years of age.",,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Duckhorn
13.9,Red,Australia,"The opaque, heavy body announces that this is a serious wine, and it is. Still youthful despite several years of bottle age, there's plenty of toast, coffee, menthol and wood on the nose. Dark berry fruit (cassis) and tobacco flavors. A big, solid bruiser that has deservedly won a truckload of awards in its native Down Under.",Thomas Hardy,50,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Hardys 1994 Thomas Hardy Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-1994-thomas-hardy-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Hardys
13,White,Australia,"A stylish and sassy Chardonnay that makes a strong statement without being overdone. Lots of fruit aromas here: apple, citrus and pineapple, but they work together. Has a toasty, bakery note that adds complexity. Best Buy.",,11,90,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Chateau Reynella 1998 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-reynella-1998-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,1998,Chateau Reynella
,Red,US,"A supple, pretty Bordeaux blend that brims with complex fruit, spice and oak. Rich and opulent; medium weight. Various flavors intertwine in this delicious, balanced wine. Contains 44% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot and 28% Petit Verdot.",Bells Echo Vineyard Echo,25,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Milone 1996 Bells Echo Vineyard Echo Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/milone-1996-bells-echo-vineyard-echo-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Milone
13.5,White,US,"Buttered toast and hazelnut aromas zoom out of the glass. Lots of things going on here, but definitely not a fruit-driven wine. Instead relies on toasty, nutty, leesy flavors to keep your interest sip after sip. A love-it-or-hate-it style from Nichols Winery.",La Colline-Reserve,30,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Soleil & Terroir 1997 La Colline-Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleil-terroir-1997-colline-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Soleil & Terroir
12.5,Red,Italy,"A tightly packed, sly wine that requires a good 30 minutes before it really begins showing all its stuff. One of the biggies of the Campania region near Naples. Medium-bodied, with drying tannins and good acidity, it's a fantastic food wine made entirely from Piedirosso. Hugely fruity, with a great edge to it. Licorice and friendly oak on the finish.",,23,91,Southern Italy,Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio,,Mastroberardino 1997 Piedirosso (Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1997-italian-red-piedirosso-lacryma-christi-vesuvio/,Piedirosso,1997,Mastroberardino
14,Red,Australia,"Has all the components of a crowd-pleaser: an intense, refined nose, fruit-forwardness, sizable oak treatment and a big finish. Right from the start it pounds forward, but just when you are convinced it's maybe too rambunctious, it pulls back to show nuances of smoke, coffee and pepper. The milk chocolate note also helps out.",The Red Blend,30,91,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Cimicky 1997 The Red Blend Red (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cimicky-1997-red-blend-barossa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Charles Cimicky
13.7,Red,US,"Lovely dark nose with black currants and raspberry; anise and smoke. Inky on the palate, with leather, blackberry and pepper. Not fat, but rather elegant mouthfeel. Has power, though with peppery notes and full tannins on the finish. Tight now, so cellar for 3 or 4 years.",Mitchell Vineyard,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Livingston 1997 Mitchell Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livingston-1997-mitchell-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1997,Livingston
13.74,Red,US,"A young, powerful, tightly wound red that's undeniably strong. A heavy core of toasted French oak, coffee, licorice and soy sauce, all supported by rich, ripe black fruit. Concentrated and correct, but very compact right now. Needs several years to soften. Contains 23% Cabernet Franc.",Three Palms Vineyard,47,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Duckhorn 1996 Three Palms Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1996-three-palms-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Duckhorn
17.6,Red,Australia,"Another delicious sweetie from Australia, made in a decidedly dusty, tawny style, with ripe, long-lasting fruit. A pure pleasure on the palate.",Museum Reserve,16,91,Victoria,Victoria,,Benjamin NV Museum Reserve Muscat (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-nv-museum-reserve-muscat-victoria/,Muscat,,Benjamin
13.5,Red,US,"A lovely and elegant 65% Cabernet Franc–35% Merlot wine. Engaging bouquet of berry and red currant, with licorice and cedar accents. Lots of hard-driving cherry fruit and earthy, minty elements add complexity. Has very good balance, and sports a long, dry, tasty finish with even tannins. Fine value, too.",Atelier,20,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Beckmen 1997 Atelier Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1997-atelier-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Beckmen
14.3,Red,US,"Earthy and intense, but with soft edges. Has a rose-influenced element, some leather, and a warm spicy tone. This one hits the spot; it's a reserved, somewhat old-fashioned wine, with a dusty, suave attitude. Much better than a sample reviewed in our 1999 Year End issue.",Susie's Reserve,26,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 1997 Susie's Reserve Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-1997-susies-reserve-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1997,Pezzi King
13.7,Red,US,"A big, mouthfilling wine with ripe and full flavors and an almost minty edge. Almost varietally perfect flavors of plum, black cherry, chocolate and coffee. Smoky and toasty finish, with full but very even tannins.",,42,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Duckhorn 1995 Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duckhorn-1995-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,1995,Duckhorn
13.7,Red,US,"A full, intense, and complex rendering of the grape. Smoke, plums and lavender mingle with funky earth in the bouquet. Full mouthfeel, with meat, dried cherry, licorice and lots more. Layers of flavor, with good balance to boot. Very rich, juicy black-cherry finish, with toasty oak. Multidimensional; delicious now and will keep.",,20,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Beckmen 1997 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Beckmen
13.5,Red,US,"A real Napa fruit bomb, but deliciously made with tons of pounding fruit and mounds of vanilla from 18 months in American oak. Definitely new-world in style, hence the Shiraz name. Throughout there are nuances of sweet almond candy. Better in another year or two.",,24,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Voss 1996 Shiraz (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-1996-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-napa-oakville/,Shiraz,1996,Voss
14.1,Red,US,"Complex, but tight and brooding. Dark earth, black plum, licorice, leather and smoke in the nose. Deep, full black-cherry and coffee flavors, but very subdued now. Emphasis on structure and intensity. Not an obvious wine, nor for cur-rent enjoyment, but a definite keeper. Needs 3 to 5 years.",Bancroft Ranch,75,92,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Beringer 1996 Bancroft Ranch Merlot (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1996-bancroft-ranch-merlot-napa-howell-mountain/,Merlot,1996,Beringer
,Red,US,"Superb focus and strength throughout. A brawny, full-bodied Napa-style Merlot that's so well balanced it's seamless. If you like lots of black fruit, texture, depth and something to chew on a little, this is it. Tons of fun to drink; something to warm cool evenings.",Reserve,35,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1996 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1996-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Markham
,Red,Italy,"Exhibits a deep, black-cherry aroma tinged with balsam fir. Intensely concentrated but tannic, this is a wine to lay away for a few years. Opens up nicely in the glass to reveal cedary, tobacco complexities. Very promising and somewhat forward; should be ready by 2005.",Poggio all'Oro Riserva,125,92,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Castello Banfi 1993 Poggio all'Oro Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1993-poggio-alloro-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1993,Castello Banfi
,White,US,"There are those who regard Pinot Blanc as a throw-away wine. Those people are wrong. In the hands of winemaker Dan Karlsen, the varietal takes on a depth and richness that would challenge anyone's Chardonnay, while still maintaining its varietal character. The center is creamy and layered, with nutty peach and apricot fruit.",Reserve,22,92,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Chalone Vineyard 1997 Reserve Pinot Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-1997-reserve-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Chalone Vineyard
12.4,Red,US,"Has very distinctive and powerful black-cherry fruit in the nose. Tastes very pure. This single-vineyard Merlot from Calistoga has real personality and style. A charming wine, with enough tannins to warrant short-term aging.",Steven Andre Vineyard,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Pecota 1997 Steven Andre Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pecota-1997-steven-andre-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Robert Pecota
14.5,Red,Australia,"A huge, very intense, ripe and extracted wine. Shows a complex nose of berry fruit, earth, briar, spice and smoke that opens to a mouthful of dense spicecake, black-cherry and vanilla flavors. Full and rich, velvety mouthfeel. Interesting tart-sweet finish with an anise note. Delicious, but a challenging food pairing. Almost dessert-like, and possibly best as such.",Signature,30,92,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Charles Cimicky 1997 Signature Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-cimicky-1997-signature-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1997,Charles Cimicky
,Red,Italy,"A well-made Super Tuscan sporting 60% Sangiovese and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Snappy berry aromas mix with notes of leather on the bouquet. Excellent fruit quality, though it isn't a whopper. Solid tannins will keep this lively for years to come. Finishes with warmth and just the mildest amount of oak-driven astringency.",Acciaiolo,44,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello d'Albola 1995 Acciaiolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-1995-acciaiolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello d'Albola
13.5,White,US,"Ripe and balanced wine with a velvety texture and deep layers of fruit backed by a touch of oak. There's firm acidity underlying the intensity of the fruit, which is on the appley-minty side.",Cuvée Joy,30,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1997 Cuvée Joy Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-cuvee-joy-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Iron Horse
13.5,Red,US,An intense and concentrated wine with huge fruit but good acidity to hold it all together. The finish is long with touches of black cherry and chocolate on the end.,Bella Vista Vyd Reserve,41,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Guenoc 1996 Bella Vista Vyd Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1996-bella-vista-vyd-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Guenoc
17.4,Red,Australia,"A delicious fruit-forward Port-style wine. It has a rich, silky texture, with concentrated, lingering fruit leading to a long and hugely satisfying finish.",Museum Reserve,16,92,Victoria,Victoria,,Benjamin NV Museum Reserve Tokay (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benjamin-nv-museum-reserve-other-white-tokay-victoria/,Tokay,,Benjamin
,Red,US,"A Rhône blend dominated by Syrah's super-black peppery aromas, paprika and Asian spices. The fruit, and there's lots of it, comes out in the mouth--juicy and ripe and intense. Impressive for its extract. Very high quality.",L'Attitude,18,93,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Fife 1997 L'Attitude Red (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1997-lattitude-red-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Fife
13.5,Red,Italy,"A regal wine just beginning to see its prime. Very spicy and just mildly astringent, there's a huge amount of cranberry, cherries and oak on display and in reserve. Tight and nervy, this is a classy Brunello. Will be a good companion to osso buco, stewed rabbit or plain old spaghetti and meatballs.",Vigna del Lago,92,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Val di Suga 1993 Vigna del Lago  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/val-suga-1993-vigna-lago-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1993,Val di Suga
,Red,Australia,"Ultrapurple in color. Stunning inky, dark aromas of violets, game, and a touch of fennel. Spicy sweet and sour flavors, concentrated black fruits and coffee notes. Lots of extraction, but not at the expense of complexity or balance. Very good structure and should evolve beautifully.",Eileen Hardy,62,93,South Australia,McLaren Vale-Padthaway,,Hardys 1996 Eileen Hardy Shiraz (McLaren Vale-Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hardys-1996-eileen-hardy-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale-padthaway/,Shiraz,1996,Hardys
,Red,Italy,"A fabulous Cabernet-Merlot vino da tavola from Banfi's Montalcino vineyards. It takes about an hour to open up, but once it does, wow, it's all there. Deep, cool, and delicious at the core, this really shows a new-world friendliness; it's extremely easy to drink, with its sweet blackberry and plummy character. Hedonistic stuff, and more or less ready now.",Excelsus,50,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello Banfi 1995 Excelsus Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-banfi-1995-excelsus-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-toscana/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1995,Castello Banfi
,Red,US,"A 100% Merlot that's inky dark. An opulent wine of almost inscrutable complexity. Delivers tiers of plum, tobacco, blackberry, violet, oak and smoke. Tastes dense and concentrated, but the tannins are so softly lush, you can drink it now. Very serious Merlot.",Reserve,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venge 1997 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venge-1997-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Venge
,Red,Italy,"At long last, the new edition of this long-aged Umbrian blend of Sangiovese (70%) and Canaiolo Nero (30%) has been released, and it is classic. Delicious, balanced and harmonious; rich and complex, with great power and finish. The texture is silky, the finish long and layered. Just a delectable red wine, surely up to your highest expectations.",Rubesco Monticchio,35,95,Central Italy,Torgiano Rosso Riserva,,Lungarotti 1990 Rubesco Monticchio Sangiovese (Torgiano Rosso Riserva),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-1990-rubesco-monticchio-sangiovese-torgiano-rosso-riserva/,Sangiovese,1990,Lungarotti
,Red,Italy,"Very earthy and tightly wound, before unfolding into a stately charmer. There's a hundred superlatives you could throw at this beauty, but it's the leathery, smoky, textured palate and the spicy black-cherry core that win you over. Hardly shy, the tannins are still drying, but it's approachable, especially if decanted. Great now and better in five years.",Bricco Rocche,140,96,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Ceretto 1995 Bricco Rocche Nebbiolo (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1995-bricco-rocche-nebbiolo-piedmont/,Nebbiolo,1995,Ceretto
12.5,Red,Italy,"With its brown edges, it seems horsey and old. There's oak here, but the fruit seems gone. Lean, woody and sharp. Disappointing, given the revered name.",Falletto di Serralunga,19,80,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Bruno Giacosa 1997 Falletto di Serralunga  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-giacosa-1997-falletto-serralunga-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Bruno Giacosa
11,White,US,"Very floral, but really not too much like what you expect from Gewürz. Grapefruit, mint, melon and fennel flavors, but also an odd chewing gum taste. Another downfall is the short acidity, which fails to drive the wine in a positive direction.",,7,80,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1998 Gewürztraminer (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1998-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Covey Run
,Red,Italy,"Opens with aromas of cherries and herbs, but also a strong gamy element. Light mouthfeel and tart berry flavors. Sour cherries and herbs on the fairly astringent finish.",,14,82,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Rocche Castamagna 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rocche-castamagna-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Rocche Castamagna
13.5,Red,US,"Heavily oaked, with plenty of toasty vanilla aromas. Features mentholly oak and a bright red-fruit character. Light in body, heavy on oak: not an entirely stylish combination—like a kid wearing his father's suit jacket.",Cold Creek Vineyard,28,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1996 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1996-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Franc,1996,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12,Red,Italy,"Lean, woody and astringent. Light fruit and spice notes. Lacks intensity. For a Dolcetto, it's already too old.",,17,83,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Poderi Colla 1996  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/poderi-colla-1996-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1996,Poderi Colla
,White,Italy,"Simple lime fruit and a clean, citrusy flavor. The wine is marred by a flat finish that lacks zip and feels thin.",La Merlina,16,83,Piedmont,Gavi di Gavi,,Fausto Gemme 1998 La Merlina  (Gavi di Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fausto-gemme-1998-merlina-italian-white-cortese-gavi-gavi/,Cortese,1998,Fausto Gemme
13,Red,Australia,"Heavy oaking - toast, menthol and barrel char - overlay sour/tart black-cherry fruit. Relies a bit too much on oak for its character, but it's still a serviceable wine for everyday drinking.",,13,83,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hope Estate 1998 Shiraz (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hope-estate-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-hunter-valley/,Shiraz,1998,Hope Estate
12.5,Red,Italy,"Overt barnyard aromas are tough on the nose. There is some nice dark cherry fruit and a fairly lengthy finish with licorice notes, but also high acidity and sharp tannins.",Vigneto del Mandorlo,15,83,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Cairel 1998 Vigneto del Mandorlo  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairel-1998-vigneto-mandorlo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Cairel
,Red,Italy,"Cedary oak and some barnyardy aromas on the nose. Shows its age and looks a bit brown. Some lean cranberry fruit, but overall it lacks intensity and persistence.",Giuli,16,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cascina Ballarin 1996 Giuli  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cascina-ballarin-1996-giuli-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1996,Cascina Ballarin
12,Red,Italy,Review not available at this time.,,12,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Michele Chiarlo 1997  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1997-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Michele Chiarlo
12,Red,Italy,"Cherries and barnyardy earth notes in the nose. Lean, and lacks a bit of depth, but there are some pleasant cherry flavors on the palate and finish. An adequate quaff.",,12,83,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Campo Verde 1997  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-verde-1997-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Campo Verde
13,Red,Italy,"Given this winery's reputation and the quality of the '98 vintage, this is disappointing. The fruit is unexpectedly tart, bordering on sour. Simply put, it's lean as a twig, with the acidity too high. Desperately needs food.",Bussia Soprana,22,83,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Aldo Conterno 1998 Bussia Soprana  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/aldo-conterno-1998-bussia-soprana-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Aldo Conterno
12,Red,Italy,Herbal aromas in the form of lavender. Some tartness and an underripe quality to the palate. Basically an adequate wine  with the sharpness to lushness ratio too much in favor of sharpness.,Vigneto Qualin,15,83,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,La Spinona 1998 Vigneto Qualin  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/spinona-1998-vigneto-qualin-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,La Spinona
12,Red,Italy,"Woody, with foresty, mushroomy notes. The palate offers a mix of dark cherry fruit, oak and leather. The acidity seems prickly, an indication that this one is beginning to break up. Adequate, but not much more.",Montetusa,13,83,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Bertelli 1995 Montetusa  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bertelli-1995-montetusa-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1995,Bertelli
12,White,US,"Tropical fruit nose, particularly bananas, and also some cinnamon aromas. Lemons, grapefruit and spritz in the mouth; there is definite weight to the body. However, on the tail end of the palate and into the finish there's a detracting burn. Best with Chinese takeout.",,7,84,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Gewürztraminer (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-gewurztraminer-columbia-valley-wa/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Hogue
12.5,Red,Italy,"Crisp, fruity and light, with cherries and lots of herbal notes (thyme, cilantro) on the engaging nose. Tart berry flavors, dusty tannins and brisk acidity mark the palate and finish.",Madonna Di Como,16,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Le Ginestre 1997 Madonna Di Como  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-ginestre-1997-madonna-como-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Le Ginestre
12,Red,Italy,"Strange aromas of sulfur and soy sauce mar the nose, and then flavors of tomato and dried cherries come into play. It's hardly a stately wine, but it's bright enough to qualify as a reasonable quaff, though the price may prohibit that.",Vigna Majano,19,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Piero Busso 1997 Vigna Majano  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piero-busso-1997-vigna-majano-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Piero Busso
13,Red,Italy,"Intriguing and unique aromas of cured meats, coffee, and Asian spices are engaging. In the mouth, however, the fruit is light and overtly tart, and it simply does not deliver on the promise of the nose. Lean and a bit astringent, there's a slight metallic tang to the medium-length finish.",,10,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Giribaldi 1997  Barbera d'Asti,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giribaldi-1997-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1997,Giribaldi
,White,Italy,"A lemony, acid-driven Chardonnay that has untypical flavors—must be the central Italian influence at work. A bit like an Italian soda, the fruit is sweet and ripe enough, but it lacks the Chardonnay typicity Americans are used to. Worth a try for the stylistic differences.",Castello della Sala,10,84,Central Italy,Umbria,,Antinori 1998 Castello della Sala Chardonnay (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/antinori-1998-castello-della-sala-chardonnay-umbria/,Chardonnay,1998,Antinori
12.5,Red,Italy,"Sour cherries and a fairly barnyardy element, which does pass, mark the nose of this wine. The flavors are classic sour cherries, and the wine is lean and elegant, if a bit understuffed.",,15,84,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Prunotto 1997  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prunotto-1997-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Prunotto
14,Red,Italy,"Aims for a full, wooded style, but ends up lean and a bit sour. The oak overwhelms the dark raisiny fruit. Bitter on the back end.",Piano Alto  Vigneti Bava d'Agl,38,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti Superiore,,Bava 1996 Piano Alto  Vigneti Bava d'Agl  (Barbera d'Asti Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bava-1996-piano-alto-vigneti-dagl-barbera-barbera-dasti-superiore/,Barbera,1996,Bava
11.7,White,Italy,"Initially, there's good weight and mouthfeel, with almondy flavors. This is a pear-tinged white from the central Mediterranean coast that's meant to be drunk with seafood. Dry to the extreme, yet straightforward, it's better upon first impression; it breaks up after a while and the finish is rather thin.",Radici,26,84,Southern Italy,Fiano di Avellino,,Mastroberardino 1997 Radici  (Fiano di Avellino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1997-radici-italian-white-fiano-fiano-avellino/,Fiano,1997,Mastroberardino
13,White,US,"As far as winemaking goes, this gets the full treatment: French oak, sur lie aging, attention from an excellent winemaker (Rollin Soles), etc. But none of this could turn around the effects of a weak vintage. The bottom line: This Chardonnay doesn't have the fruit to stand up to the oak; it's mostly wood and some light lemony notes that you taste.",Reserve,21,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1997-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Argyle
,White,Australia,"Very standard grassy, citrusy aromas and some Bartlett pear as well. Citrus and lemon-peel flavors, with grapefruit on the finish. The soft mouthfeel goes flat rather quickly. Acidity is lacking, so what you get is a basic white that is on the soft side.",Kraft,16,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Grant Burge 1998 Kraft Sauvignon Blanc (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grant-burge-1998-kraft-sauvignon-blanc-barossa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Grant Burge
13.5,Red,Italy,"Features somewhat rustic aromas of cheese and old leather along with some rhubarb, cherry and soy sauce flavors. Some mild cherry-berry notes make an appearance on the long finish.",Barrel Aged,14,84,Piedmont,Barbera d'Asti,,Campo Verde 1996 Barrel Aged  (Barbera d'Asti),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campo-verde-1996-barrel-aged-barbera-barbera-dasti/,Barbera,1996,Campo Verde
12.5,Red,Italy,"The odd nose is medicinal but also chocolaty and smoky. Go figure. Some tartness to the palate makes it food-friendly. A supple, easy quaff with no flaws, but also offers very little excitement.",Bric Maioli,7,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Acqui,,Villa Sparina 1997 Bric Maioli  (Dolcetto d'Acqui),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-sparina-1997-bric-maioli-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dacqui/,Dolcetto,1997,Villa Sparina
13,Red,Italy,"Sweet candy, Kool-Aid, and oak emerge from the bouquet to lead cherry-chocolate flavors and more oak. The overall impression is jammy and sweet, with some tartness and heavy woodiness fighting for attention on the finish.",Cantico della Crosia,21,85,Piedmont,Barbera del Monferrato,,Vicara 1997 Cantico della Crosia  (Barbera del Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vicara-1997-cantico-della-crosia-barbera-barbera-monferrato/,Barbera,1997,Vicara
,White,Italy,"Fresh, crisp and clean, this is really what you should be looking for in an affordable, tasty bistro (oops, should we say trattoria) wine. A refreshing Cortese, with its lime and orange-rind flavor, and mild spritz; it does the job it's supposed to: It makes basic foods like salads, grilled chicken and shrimp taste better.",,11,85,Piedmont,Gavi,,Principessa Gavia 1998  Gavi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principessa-gavia-1998-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,1998,Principessa Gavia
12.5,Red,Italy,"Aromas of brooding dark fruit and bergamot, as in Earl Grey tea. Black-cherry flavors on the palate. Brisk, with notably high acidity and a long, tart finish.",Moriolo,18,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Gastaldi 1997 Moriolo  (Dolcetto d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gastaldi-1997-moriolo-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1997,Gastaldi
13.5,Red,Italy,"Tart and herbal in the nose, the flavors don't hold up, as sour black cherries and underripe plums take over. It's full and big, but the heavy oak is somewhat ponderous. Overall it's big, black and woody, but largely undistinguished.",,32,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Bruno Rocca 1997  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-rocca-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Bruno Rocca
13,Red,Italy,"Somewhat stewed fruit at the beginning spurs a medicinal element, which is mostly covered by a large serving of oak. Cranberry, light cherry and nutmeg flavors. A light-bodied wine despite its woodiness. Akin to Pinot Noir.",Bricco Angelini,14,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Cantine Gemma 1997 Bricco Angelini  (Barbera d'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantine-gemma-1997-bricco-angelini-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Cantine Gemma
14,Red,Italy,"Deep in color and full of smoked-meat aromas. It's got Rhône-like character and an odd Chinese spice element to it. Flavors of mushrooms, blackberries and cherries. It's more big than elegant, more unyielding than open.",,35,85,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba,,Monti 1997  Barbera d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monti-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba/,Barbera,1997,Monti
13,Red,Australia,"Candied black fruit accompanied by some animale scents give this wine more character than most. Owner/winemaker Geoff Merrill has crafted a sweet-tart, black-cherry rendition of Australia's favorite varietal.",,15,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Owen's Estate 1998 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/owens-estate-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1998,Owen's Estate
,White,US,"This wine has great depth and richness, with a range of flavors beginning with lemon and ranging through bananas and a tropical fruit mix. The finish is clear and crisp, with refreshing echoes of the opening fruit.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sanford 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1998-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Sanford
13.5,Red,US,"Densely colored, with nice aromas of cassis and blackberry with cedar and dill notes. Raspberry fruit, sweet vanillin oak, and a good feel in the mouth. Interesting, almost coconut element in the flavors. Solidly built. A popular wine-list wine and a solid choice.",,20,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,William Hill Estate
12.5,White,US,"A soft, fruity wine, with a honeyed aroma. Peach, apricot and tangerine flavors. Tastes sweet, not dry, and finishes sugary. Palls after a few sips.",,14,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 1998 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Mosby
14.4,Red,US,"Toast and heavily roasted coffee-bean aromas dominate the nose at first, but a bright core of black-currant and blackberry fruit begins to emerge with vigorous swirling. Shows impressive concentration, a gorgeous silky mouthfeel and fine tannins, with only a bit of astringency on the finish—something that a few years in the cellar should cure. Best from 2002.",Cing Cepages,33,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1996 Cing Cepages Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1996-cing-cepages-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Chateau St. Jean
13.5,White,US,"A first-ever single-vineyard wine from this noted winery. Aromatic, with apricot, citrus and honeyed notes; flowery and leesy. Has a tart, lemony core, complexed with more exotic floral flavors. Nice balance of dry, crisp fumé characteristics and more full-blown tropical-fruit flavors.",Limited Edition -DCV3,16,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Limited Edition -DCV3 Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-limited-edition-dcv3-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"A delicious opening of dark chocolate and pepper leads to a rich earthy center, an explosion of blackberry fruit, and a velvety texture. The finish is long and satisfying, with echoes of the opening fruit.",Tepusquet Vineyard,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1997 Tepusquet Vineyard Syrah (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1997-tepusquet-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Syrah,1997,Cambria
13.9,Red,US,"Dark color. A brooding wine that smells yeasty and young- like berry jam with violets and plums. Tannins are considerable, but well crafted. Very dry, with good acidity. A big red wine, it's best to age it a few years and see what happens. 100% Syrah.",Vintner's Reserve,17,88,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Vintner's Reserve Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-vintners-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1997,Kendall-Jackson
13.6,White,US,"What a nice wine for the price. The aromas and flavors are fruity and citrusy, although far from complex, but the lavish oak makes for a spicy, smoky ride. Fresh, clean and tasty—has everything people seem to want in a Chard. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Villa Mt. Eden 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Villa Mt. Eden
,White,US,"A fruity everyday wine with proper elements of green apple, peach, cinnamon and clove. Clean, vibrant and fruity, and there's not much oak to mar the pretty flavors. Best Buy.",,10,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grey Fox 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-fox-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Grey Fox
,Red,US,"A tight and tannic mountain Zin, wrapped in plenty of toasty, mentholly French oak. Determined swirling reveals nuances of chocolate and blackberry, but this is one Zin that needs aging. Try in 2002.",V.G.S.,43,86,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 1997 V.G.S. Zinfandel (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1997-vgs-zinfandel-napa-mount-veeder/,Zinfandel,1997,Château Potelle
13,Red,US,"Very nice quality at the price. Sour plums and black cherries on the nose, with cocoa and a faint licorice-like flavor on the palate. Blueberry flavors on the finish, dry and even tannins.",Barrel Aged,10,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1997 Barrel Aged Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1997-barrel-aged-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1997,Château Julien
13.8,White,US,"A young, steely, fruity Chard, not lavishly oaked, so the ripe, clean fruit shines through. Marked by peach flavors, it's tight and lean enough so that it could age.",Estate Bottled,22,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Savannah-Chanelle 1998 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/savannah-chanelle-1998-estate-bottled-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1998,Savannah-Chanelle
14.2,Red,US,Almost two years in French oak has left a strong imprint on this wine—a menthol and chocolate edge that plays an almost equal role to the strong red-raspberry fruit. Some oak tannins on the finish indicate short-term aging. Try in 2001.,Hendry Vineyard Reserve,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Hendry Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-hendry-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Rosenblum
12.5,White,US,"Aromas of citrus, lime, roasted almond and smoke; clean and inviting. Dry, with citrus, melon and mineral notes. Clean, smooth, balanced and lively. Best Buy.",,7,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1998,Hogue
13.5,Red,US,"A balanced and elegant wine with ripe, almost jammy flavors centered on red berries. The center is smoky, with herbal notes leading to a solid finish.",Loma Vista Vineyard,15,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Maddalena 1997 Loma Vista Vineyard Syrah (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-1997-loma-vista-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Syrah,1997,Maddalena
,White,US,"Nice pear and citrus aromas. Drinks dry and fruity, without much oak. A pretty, everyday Chard. Uncomplicated but clean, lively, and refreshing, with good acidity.",,13,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ventana 1997 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Ventana
,Red,Spain,"Quite forward, with lots of sweet oak around berry and tobacco flavors. Nice in a spicy, flashy way, but not for long-term relationships. Great bar and restaurant wine; dark but not deep.",Coleccion 2100 Tinto,11,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 1998 Coleccion 2100 Tinto  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-1998-coleccion-2100-tinto-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1998,Marqués de Murrieta
13.8,Red,US,"Ripe and oaky, with black-currant and olive notes, along with smoky oak and vanilla nuances. Pretty good extract and spice combined with soft, velvety tannins make for easy, pleasurable drinking. Finishes short. Don't look for infinite complexity in this one but it makes for pretty sipping.",Vintner's Reserve,21,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1996 Vintner's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1996-vintners-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Kendall-Jackson
12.5,Red,US,"Has raisiny, pruny aromas and hot, raisiny flavors, suggestive of extremely ripe fruit. Drinks dry, with adequate oaky notes.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Quatro 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quatro-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Quatro
13.2,Red,US,"Sweet-sour cherry aromas are an interesting introduction. On the light side, with substantial tartness, it still offers varietally correct fruit and constitutes a good quaff at a realistic price.",Vintners Cuvée Millenium,10,84,California,California Other,California,Rosenblum NV Vintners Cuvée Millenium Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-nv-vintners-cuvee-millenium-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"You can drink better California Syrah, but you can also pay two or three times as much for very close to the same quality. Modest earth and red stone-fruit aromas. Ripe fruit flavors. Dry, sturdy and clean, and tasty in its own way.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Delicato 1998 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1998,Delicato
,Red,Italy,"Lighter and yet earthier than the 1997. Some coffee notes on the nose and a touch of chocolate on the palate. Good mouthfeel, with a medium finish. More forward than the '97, but not as full.",Classico,17,84,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 1996 Classico Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1996-classico-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1996,Volpaia
13.9,Red,US,"Oaky aromas dominate, with chocolate and vanilla, jammy blackberry, and earth. Tastes ripe and fruity. The tannins are soft. A little simple, but unmistakably Zin, with a peppery finish.",,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Clos du Bois
,Red,US,"Decent berry flavors, fairly extracted and ripe. Drinks dry and clean. But it's rough and earthy, with a tannic finish. Simple and rustic.",Coastal,12,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Robert Mondavi 1997 Coastal Zinfandel (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-coastal-zinfandel-north-coast/,Zinfandel,1997,Robert Mondavi
13,White,US,"Musky, figgy and melony on the nose and palate. Barely a hint of grapefruit or grass. Fat in the mouth with an almost oily feel. Almost loses varietal character, but it's a nice mouthful for those who like a lot of oak on their Sauvignon Blanc.",Barrel Aged,8,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Barrel Aged Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-barrel-aged-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Château Julien
13.8,Red,US,"Ripe blackberry and raspberry fruit is tinged with vanilla oak. A straightforward, easy-drinking wine, best paired with burgers or other simple fare.",,14,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Wild Horse 1997 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1997-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Wild Horse
,White,US,"The least interesting of J. Fritz's vineyard-designated Chards. Has plenty of fruity, oaky notes, and an earthiness that smacks of rocks and soil. But a burnt note on the finish is jarring.",Poplar Vineyard Dutton Ranch,22,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1997 Poplar Vineyard Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1997-poplar-vineyard-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Fritz
13,White,US,"Made of 100% estate grown fruit, this opens with a buttery, vanilla, almost liqueur-like nose. Pear flavors and a bit of tangy spice on the palate, the oak comes on strong on the finish.",Barrel Fermented,10,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1998 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1998-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Château Julien
14.3,Red,US,"Somewhere under a veil of French oak there's a wine here waiting to be discovered. For now, it's dominated by cedary, smoky, pencilly aromas and only shows itself in a brief flash of blackberry fruit. Will it ever come around?",Lion Oaks Ranch Sangre De Dono,50,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Clara Valley,Jory 1997 Lion Oaks Ranch Sangre De Dono Syrah (Santa Clara Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jory-1997-lion-oaks-ranch-sangre-dono-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-clara-valley/,Syrah,1997,Jory
14.5,Red,US,Spicy pepper and leather scents are carried along by bright berry aromas. Turns a bit earthy and tannic like so many wines from Mount Veeder; needs time to come around. Try in 2003 or so.,Paras Vineyard,52,85,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Jade Mountain 1997 Paras Vineyard Syrah (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1997-paras-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-mount-veeder/,Syrah,1997,Jade Mountain
13.5,White,US,"Weak aromas of citrus, butter and smoke. Has correct varietal flavors of green apple and peach, and some oaky notes, but it's watery in the midpalate, and finishes thin. At 13,600 cases, you get the feeling they stretched this wine as far as they could.",Reserve,16,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1998 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1998-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Clos du Bois
13.4,Red,US,"An unusual blend of 74% Zinfandel and 25% Grenache, with a tiny amount of Syrah. Has aromas of earth, red raspberry and pepper, and drinks fruity and light.",Ranger Red,12,85,California,California Other,California,Bridlewood 1998 Ranger Red Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1998-ranger-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Bridlewood
,Red,US,"Has earthy, berry aromas, with some raisin notes. There's sweet ripe fruit on the palate, but it's tough and dry, with rugged tannins. Age probably won't soften it much; drink now.",,19,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Wild Horse 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Wild Horse
,Red,US,"Has some decent black-currant and blackberry aromas and flavors, but also some herbaceous green notes. Texture is soft and supple.",Coastal Selection,13,85,California,California Other,California,M. Trinchero 1996 Coastal Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1996-coastal-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,M. Trinchero
,Red,US,"A classic old-style Zin; it seems like a field blend despite the varietal name. Has outsized fruit that's ultraripe and intense, ranging from blackberry and plum into prune and raisin. Dense, rich and bursting with flavor. Heady at 14.4%   alcohol.",Dante Dusi Vineyard,20,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Hidden Mountain Ranch 1998 Dante Dusi Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-mountain-ranch-1998-dante-dusi-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1998,Hidden Mountain Ranch
,Red,US,"Shares some nice features with more expensive Cabernet Sauvignons, like currant and blackberry aromas and flavors, and even a dollop of oak. Drinks dry and smooth, and finishes clean and fruity. —S.H.",Coastal,13,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Robert Mondavi 1997 Coastal Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-coastal-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"A charming, almost old-fashioned Zinfandel with big, jammy raspberry and black-cherry fruit, backed by an earthy, rich center. There's peppery spice on the finish from the 17% Petite Sirah in the blend, which adds richness.",,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rancho Zabaco 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-zabaco-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Rancho Zabaco
12,White,US,"A pretty, likeable off-dry wine, with floral, apple and peach aromas, and a petrol note. Clean, fruity flavors, vibrant and alive, with cleansing acidity. Citrus and spiced-peach flavors make this a good match with Asian fare.",Cold Creek Vineyard,12,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1998 Cold Creek Vineyard Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1998-cold-creek-vineyard-riesling-columbia-valley-wa/,Riesling,1998,Chateau Ste. Michelle
12.5,White,US,"Gives a lot of pleasure for the price. Has zesty lemon and grapefruit aromas, with honeydew and buttercup notes. Clean as a whistle, with light citrus flavors. Just a hint of sugar in the finish, but it's basically dry. Best Buy.",,5,87,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1998-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Sutter Home
13.6,Red,US,"Starts off with pure blackberry aromas that carry just a hint of smoky, toasty oak. Medium-bodied and full of juicy fruit. The oak influence is more obvious on the finish, which closes with some slightly dry tannins. A good debut effort that should improve with short-term cellaring.",The Aisling,25,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Garretson 1997 The Aisling Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/garretson-1997-aisling-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1997,Garretson
13.2,Red,US,"Fairly complex nose of sour cherries, tar, leather and smoky oak. Sweeter than Italian Sangiovese, as are most American versions, with pruny flavors and vanilla notes. Decent acidity balances the wine well, and it closes with spicecake and chocolate flavors.",,13,87,California,California Other,California,Château Julien 1997 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1997-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1997,Château Julien
13,Red,US,"Blueberry and violet aromas with a hint of herbs. Palate-coating tart black-cherry flavors; cinnamon and violets again. A bit tight now, it is not at all flabby and has good structure. The tannins suggest aging two to four years.",Private Reserve,20,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1996 Private Reserve Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1996-private-reserve-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1996,Château Julien
13.2,Red,US,"Promising deep oaky nose. Cigar-box, cassis and blackberry aromas. The wine is tight and closed now, with a somewhat lean mouthfeel. Finishes quite dry; fairly tannic. Needs two to four years to see if the fruit elevates enough to bring it into better balance.",Private Reserve,28,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1996 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1996-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Château Julien
,Red,Spain,"Traditional tangy, woody Rioja. Not that expressive. Still flavorful and spicy. Looking for more mouthfeel. Quite closed now, it needs 3 years.",Castillo Ygay Reserva Especial,24,87,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 1994 Castillo Ygay Reserva Especial  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-1994-castillo-ygay-reserva-especial-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1994,Marqués de Murrieta
14.5,Red,US,"A rustic Rhône-style red that's bigger and more untamed than many in its class. Huge brambly fruit and lots of sweet wood. Deep, spicy and earthy, like an exuberant Southern Rhône wine. Very tight, it may pull together with aging. Now it's a little awkward and the finish is like a country-style kick in the pants.",La Provencale,19,87,California,California Other,California,Jade Mountain 1997 La Provencale Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1997-provencale-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Jade Mountain
13.9,Red,US,"A zippy and palate-pleasing blend of 36% Grenache, 23% Syrah, 32% Carignane and 9% Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit is powerful but doesn't get in your face, leaving a balanced, rich flavor on the finish.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1997 Red (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1997-red-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Sobon Estate
13,White,US,"Supple pear and green-apple fruit is closely followed by a pinch of allspice and cinnamon. Fairly full-bodied, but the actual fruit flavors are on the lean side. Outsized oak and heavy lees contact makes up for it, giving a rich, textured mouthfeel.",Barrel Fermented,13,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1997 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1997-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1997,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"A bright and cheerful wine with brambly black-cherry fruit, spiced up by a dusting of black pepper and allspice.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wellington 1997 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Wellington
,White,US,"A simple, likeable, unoaky wine, with enough apple, peach, and pear fruit to satisfy, and a jolt of refreshing acidity. A clean, pure, Chablis-like white. Best with food.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Keenan
13.8,White,US,"Marked by ultrabright, zingy fruit and zesty acidity. The fruit ranges from citrus to white peach; the spices are cinnamon and white pepper. The only criticism is that it has a little too much residual sugar. A wine this pretty should be dry.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bridlewood 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridlewood-1998-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Bridlewood
,Red,Italy,"Deep cherry aromas and an almost raisiny density. Cherry and tobacco flavors, but quite tart. Mouthfeel is a bit  young and astringent, with a long spicy, tannic finish. Very good traditional Chianti, perhaps a bit austere considering the vintage.",Classico,17,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 1997 Classico Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1997-classico-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Volpaia
,Red,US,"The aromas are very spicy and suggest clove, cinnamon and allspice, but the wild berry flavors are a little on the light side, and it's a little soft. Light-bodied, almost Pinot Noir-like.",Saitone Ranch,22,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Saitone Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-saitone-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,De Loach
,Red,US,It's lean and lively with balanced raspberry fruit and a sprinkling of black pepper. The finish is moderate but satisfying. Simply a wine that tastes good.,,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Lockwood 1996 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lockwood-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,1996,Lockwood
,White,US,"A pretty, everyday wine with ripe peach and fruity flavors. Dry, rich and supple, and not overly oaky. Will satisfy most palates with its easy charm.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Lambert Bridge 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Lambert Bridge
13.8,Red,US,"Tight black-cherry and leather aromas. The center and the finish are medium, but it is that rare California red that does not overwhelm the senses. It just tiptoes in and charms with a lean but vivid grace that echoes on the finish.",The Poet,40,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1996 The Poet Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1996-poet-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,M. Cosentino
14.4,Red,US,"A fine example of the Rosenblum style, showing ripe, jammy red-raspberry and chocolate aromas and flavors. A fair amount of drying French oak pops up on the finish, along with surprisingly high acidity.",Samsel Vyd Maggie's Reserve,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Samsel Vyd Maggie's Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-samsel-vyd-maggies-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Rosenblum
14.1,Red,US,"Classic aromas of black currant, oak, and a nice, herbaceous green-olive note. It's fairly tannic now, and a bit sharp, but the fruit is summer-ripe and sweet. Fairly oaky. A nice by-the-glass restaurant wine.",Reserve,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos du Bois
13.5,Red,US,"Dark color. Has fairly ripe currant and blackberry flavors, and tastes juicy, plump and stylish. Contains 24% Merlot, which adds softness, voluptuousness and a hint of chocolate and violets. Classy wine.",Estate Bottled,24,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 1996 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1996-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,Italy,"An elegant, classically structured Chianti. Tobacco, spice, sour cherry and cedar. Lean and reserved. Long, dry finish. Needs 1 or 2 years to reach full maturity.",Classico Riserva,24,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 1995 Classico Riserva Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1995-classico-riserva-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Volpaia
,Red,US,A powerful Zinfandel with huge jammy fruit. Quite concentrated and layered on the palate. There's a sprinkling of black pepper mingled with rich raspberry and plum fruit. The finish is long and delicious.,Roger's Reserve,30,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 1997 Roger's Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1997-rogers-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Fritz
13,White,US,"Not many people blend Fumé (Sauvignon) Blanc and Chardonnay, but Hedges does, and to good effect: Here's a crisp, clean and delicate wine with effusively fruity flavors, refreshing acidity, and a long, ripe finish. Best Buy.",Fume,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1998 Fume Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1998-fume-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1998,Hedges
13.9,Red,US,"One whiff and you know something is different here, and it turns out to be the 20% Viognier that's included. Fairly brisk and tart for a Syrah (once again the Viognier). Nice grip and flavors on the short finish. Overall very fruity, with notes of red licorice.",Black Bear Block,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1996 Black Bear Block Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1996-black-bear-block-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1996,Zaca Mesa
,Red,US,"From a winery that has grown Zin for generations and takes it seriously. Not as pinpointed as the single-vineyard bottlings, but Zinfanatics will appreciate its heft. Young, juicy and jammy. Fairly tannic now, strong and spicy, and very dry. A country-style wine that's quintessentially Californian.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Seghesio
14.3,Red,US,"Young and oaky now, with toasty notes overriding blackberry, cassis and plum. Drinks smooth, rich and supple. The fruit is ripe and voluptuous, the tannins plush and soft. Dry, and finishes spicy and rich.",Reserve,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1997 Reserve Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1997-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1997,Clos du Bois
14.1,White,US,"Vivid layers of bright fruit run through this wine from the opening sniff to the long joyful finish. Along the way you can pick up grapefruit and melon on the nose, deepening into a lush apricot/peach center.",Genesis Burgess Vineyard,15,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Genesis Burgess Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-genesis-burgess-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Hogue
12.5,White,US,"An unusually complex and well-made Sauvignon Blanc. There's a core of ripe figs, overlaid by honeyed melon flavors that run through the wine from the opening sip to the long, delicious finish. Best Buy.",Estate Select,11,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 1998 Estate Select Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-1998-estate-select-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Jepson
14,Red,US,"Continues this winery's tradition of zesty Cabs. Well-ripened fruit and a touch of toasty oak combine to produce a lush wine of some opulence. The tannins kick in almost immediately and make the palate experience rough, so best to drink it with hearty foods, or stick it in the cellar for a couple of years.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"Deeply colored, with bright and lush fruit balanced by black pepper and hints of thyme and sage. The finish is long and juicy, with layers of fruit and spice.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ventana 1997 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,1997,Ventana
,Red,US,"Very light on the aromatics, with thin, herbal notes. But makes up for it all with the most enormously concentrated, intense berry fruit. This is a good wine that could be great as a component in a blend.",Gambogi Ranch,22,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Gambogi Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-gambogi-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,De Loach
13.3,White,US,"Fresh, lively aromas of citrus, hay, vanilla, and gooseberry, softened by barrel fermentation and oaky-leesy notes. Offers generous fruity flavors and ample acidity. A fresh, clean wine at a very fair price. Best Buy.",,9,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Ventana 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ventana-1997-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Ventana
,White,US,"Lots of grass, citrus, smoke, and hay in this nice wine. Has strong grassy flavors; dry and citrusy-bright, but softened by buttery notes and 6% Sémillon. Pretty and very elegant.",,15,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Silverado
,Red,Spain,"An elegant and mature Rioja. Orange-tinged look and flavors. Earth and dried fruits. Drinks like a mature Bordeaux. Not heavy. Almost austere, but has real presence.",Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Esp,35,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 1989 Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Esp  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-1989-castillo-ygay-gran-reserva-esp-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1989,Marqués de Murrieta
,Red,US,"Smells a little overripe, with raisin and prune aromas, and toasty oak. Very soft and supple; a voluptuous silky texture. Concentrated and tightly wound. Clearly of high quality, although it loses a few points because of a certain lack of deftness.",,22,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Markham
,Red,US,"Extract is the name of the game, and it's huge: plummy, berryish, licorice and spice. Dry, tannic and heady, with 14.4% alcohol. Some toasty oak adds seasoning. Not for the faint-hearted.",Old Vine,25,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1997-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Seghesio
,Red,US,"Dark color. Has pretty black-currant aromas with oak shadings. Very tart and astringent now, with tannins and a sharp acid bite, but it has the stuffing to soften up and gain complexity through midterm aging.",Rancho Galante,18,89,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 1997 Rancho Galante Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-1997-rancho-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Galante
,Red,Spain,"Cherry and vanilla aromas and flavors are very engaging. Fine silky mouthfeel here. Interesting coolness. Fuller than expected, with good length. Satisfying.",Reserva,20,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 1995 Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-1995-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1995,Marqués de Murrieta
,Red,Spain,"Also immature, but talking big, with the flavor and texture to back it up. Earth and smoky aromas, black-fruit flavors with spice and tobacco notes. Very suave mouthfeel. Good length, with expression. Needs 1 to 3 years.",Prado Lagar Reserva Especial,27,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 1995 Prado Lagar Reserva Especial  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-1995-prado-lagar-reserva-especial-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1995,Marqués de Murrieta
,Red,US,"The aroma is classic Dry Creek Zin: all wild berries (blueberry, raspberry, blackberry), rich dried earth under a hot summer sun, licorice, raisins and plums. On the palate, there's gobs of rich, ripe fruit. A very dry Zin, with the burn of high alcohol (14.7%). Tannins are silky soft, but complex. Maybe a tad rough around the edges, but very pretty.",Old Vines,20,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Everett Ridge 1997 Old Vines Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/everett-ridge-1997-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Everett Ridge
,Red,Spain,"89 Marqués de Murrieta 1995 Dalmau Reserva (Rioja); $75. Big and earthy, with very good texture, but a little sweeter than the Prado Lagar. Cherry fruit, rich mouthfeel, and a warm persistent finish. Hold for 2 to 4 years.",Dalmau Reserva,75,89,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 1995 Dalmau Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-1995-dalmau-reserva-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1995,Marqués de Murrieta
13.9,Red,US,"Heady aromas of plums, chocolate, blackberries and raisins. Flavors are fruity, and tannins are considerable, as is the oak. Although the alcohol is only 13.9 percent, it drinks a little like a Port—thick and chewy. Will seem cloying and out of balance to some; others will be thrilled.",Grand Reserve,74,89,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1996 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1996-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"Gorgeous opening aromas lead to penetrating fig fruit, framed with herbaceous spice. Good balance and structure right through to the lingering finish. Lovely wine.",Fig Tree Vineyard,14,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 1998 Fig Tree Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-1998-fig-tree-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Quivira
14.1,White,US,"The rich, welcoming aroma leaps from the bottle. This is a rich and rounded wine with toast and melon flavors, a hint of tropical fruit, and a honeyed finish. Best Buy.",Genesis,13,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Hogue 1998 Genesis Pinot Gris (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-genesis-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-yakima/,Pinot Gris,1998,Hogue
,Red,US,"Quite pale in color. A soft, marvelously complex 100% Cab Franc, showing pretty strawberry flavors and spice. Enormous extract; deep and ripe, in a harmonious, elegant package. Shows how good this variety can be.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cooper-Garrod 1996 Cabernet Franc (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-garrod-1996-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Franc,1996,Cooper-Garrod
12.5,White,US,"This Sauvignon Blanc carries some tongue-puckering zip. It starts with the fruit-bowl approach: lots of melon, grapefruit and quince. Bordering on sharply acidic, but round and in fine enough shape. A cool-climate white similar to the good ones from New Zealand.",Ventana Vineyards Musque,20,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Cain 1998 Ventana Vineyards Musque Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-1998-ventana-musque-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Cain
,Red,US,"A rich and complex wine opening to pear and fig with a touch of silky oak and a hint of toast and butter. The mouthfeel is sweet and creamy, with the fruit intensifying and lingering on the finish. A blend of 53% Sémillon and 47% Sauvignon Blanc.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1998 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1998-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,St. Supéry
,Red,US,"A real heavyweight of a wine, with a compact black-fruit nose. Rich and mouthfilling, with sweetness in spades. A Bordeaux blend only its composition. The 14.5% alcohol, chocolaty palate and unctuous texture make it a slice of California heaven.",,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Merryvale 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Merryvale
14.5,Red,US,"This winery knows Zinfandel, and aficionados will instantly recognize this as a ripe, spicy, balanced, rich Zin, and a rather heady one at that—14.5%. Has big, juicy, fat Zin flavors; dry and delicious.",Estate Bottled,18,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,De Loach
,Red,US,"A luscious fruit bomb of enormous ripeness and extract, tarted up with the prettiest, softest tannins. Really a nice, juicy wine, filled with berry and stone-fruit flavors and that telltale Syrah meatiness. Best Buy.",South Ridge,14,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,J. Lohr 1997 South Ridge Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-1997-south-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1997,J. Lohr
14.5,Red,US,"Aromas of blackberry and spice, smoke, oak, leather and tar. Plenty of espresso and French roast flavors—a coffee-drinker's favorite. Rich, ripe and very dense, with soft, luscious tannins and a long finish.",Hudson Vineyard,32,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jade Mountain 1997 Hudson Vineyard Syrah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1997-hudson-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-valley/,Syrah,1997,Jade Mountain
13.7,Red,US,"The 11% Viognier is obvious on the nose, as it hints at flowers and Earl Grey tea. Lush and forward, it opens with intense raspberries, then moves through chocolate, white pepper and ripe strawberries. The blend is 84% Syrah, 11% Viognier and 5% Grenache.",Estate Bottled,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Estate Bottled Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-estate-bottled-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1997,Kunde
,Red,US,"Lots of California Mourvedres have a strong animal or bacon note in the nose, and here it dominates black cherry, currant, Molasses and smoky oak.  Voluptuous on the palate; soft and velvety, with creamy tannins and fine fruit.  A little soft, and needs just the right food, but really an interesting wine.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1997 Mourvèdre (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-mourvedre-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Mourvèdre,1997,Preston
,Red,US,"This new Rhône blend from Robert Mondavi is a blend of 64% Syrah, 19% Grenache and 17% Mourvèdre made at the company's Byron facility. Shows plenty of smoky Syrah and oak influences on the nose, blackberry and vanilla flavors on the palate, and a moderately long, peppery finish.",,40,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Io 1996 Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/io-1996-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Io
13.9,Red,US,"A dark, young, compact wine that's barely showing its stuff. The aromas and flavors are all dark: blackberry, plum, black pepper; ample tannins mask the ripe, sweet fruit, but it's there, and just needs time. Very dry and rich. Have it tonight with braised ribs or similar fare, or let it grow in your cellar.",,18,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1998 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1998,Preston
,Red,Italy,"A very substantial blend of Sangiovato (an indigenous Sangiovese clone) and 25% Cabernet. Very positive currant, chocolate, tobacco and cedary aromas that follow through strongly on the palate. Very nice balance. A robust marriage of ripeness and complexity. Long finish with spicy overtones; full but even tannins. Hold for 3 to 5 years.",Balifico,40,90,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 1995 Balifico Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1995-balifico-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Volpaia
,Red,US,"Aromas of black cherries, chocolate and cedar burst out of the glass. Flavors similarly are cherry and blackberry. Very focused, very pure, very sweet. Wonderful tannins; soft and voluptuous. Pretty dry, with some dusty tannins in the finish. A terrific wine for tonight, or age it a little.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Simi
,Red,US,"Plummy, blackberry aromas, with complex tar, tobacco and oriental spice notes. Very soft and fruity, with wonderfully deep berry and spice flavors, and a long, rich finish. Sierra Foothills Cab Franc is one of California's best-kept wine secrets.",,15,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1997 Cabernet Franc (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1997-cabernet-franc-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Indian Springs
,Red,US,"Smells rich and extracted, with plum, currant, anise, vanilla and oak. Tastes rich and supple. The fruit isn't big, but the wine is balanced, rich and elegant.",Coach Insignia,30,90,California,Napa,Napa County,Fisher 1996 Coach Insignia Red (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-1996-coach-insignia-red-napa-county/,Red Blend,1996,Fisher
,White,US,"A grassy, citrusy wine that hits hard with plenty of upfront lemon and grapefruit flavors and penetrating acidity. Creamy and rich, with a zingy, spicy mouthfeel and some complexity.",,15,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Whitehall Lane 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-rutherford/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Whitehall Lane
,Red,US,"A ripe, briary Zin bursting with all sorts of crushed wild berries and spices. Classic Sonoma Zin; rich and spicy, racy and dry. There's lots of pleasure in this balanced, tasty wine.",,21,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Greenwood Ridge 1998 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1998,Greenwood Ridge
13.5,White,US,"This is the best Dry Creek Vineyard Fumé Blanc in years. It opens to delicious tropical fruit with a touch of pear, all held together by classic herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc fruit. It's a delicious wine, round and deep, while maintaining a crisp, refreshing character.",Reserve,16,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"A sleek, streamlined Zin that captures the spicy, fruity essence of this varietal. Nothing over the top, just pretty winemaking, and lots of pleasure in the rich, ripe fruit and elegance.",Papera Ranch,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Papera Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-papera-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,De Loach
,White,US,"Almost as good as the I Block bottling at half the price. A taut, tart, lemony wine with refreshing acidity and a steely quality. Flinty and dry; well balanced and complex. The class shows in the elegance and oaky extract. Finishes dry and grapefruity.",To-Kalon Vineyard Reserve,28,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 To-Kalon Vineyard Reserve Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-to-kalon-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Robert Mondavi
13.4,White,US,"Flavorful and displaying quite a lot of complexity at the price. Aromatically rich with creamy, leesy, toasty-oak and spice notes. Pears, orange and cinnamon flavors grace the palate. Positive mouthfeel and a fine acid balance. Long, tasty, complex finish. Editor's Choice.",Private Reserve Sur Lie,20,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Château Julien 1997 Private Reserve Sur Lie Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1997-private-reserve-sur-lie-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Château Julien
,White,US,"A vibrant, rich wine from one of California's best Chard regions. It's got ripe, full-throttle, pretty fruit, and the oak trimmings add vanilla, cream and spice complexities. Steely, crisp and balanced.",,18,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,De Loach
,Red,US,"A huge and generous wine, with jammy but controlled black-cherry and blackberry fruit. On the midpalate there's a whiff of black pepper, most likely from the 18% old-vine Petite Sirah. The wine comes together beautifully on the finish with deep, lingering fruit and good acidity to carry the flavors.",Reserve,25,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 1997 Reserve Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-1997-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Quivira
,Red,US,"A bright and luscious wine with marvelous balance  and ripe raspberry/blackberry/black-cherry fruit that just keeps coming at you. The finish is deep and rich, with long-layered flavors. Simply an outstanding Zinfandel: a Sierra Foothills classic. Best Buy.",Vintner's Selection,12,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 1997 Vintner's Selection Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1997-vintners-selection-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Dark color. Classic Cab aromas of cassis, elaborate oak, anise and mint. In other words, very complex and high-class. Tastes as good as it smells, delivering tiers of fruit, spice and earthy tobacco flavors. Lush tannins indicate ageability.",Grand Reserve,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1996 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1996-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Villa Mt. Eden
,Red,US,"Riper and fatter than the Barbieri, and softer. The berry and plum fruit is very extracted, with some raisiny notes. Spicy, with a very nice, dusty texture.",Pelletti Ranch,22,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Pelletti Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-pelletti-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,De Loach
,Red,US,"A blend of six Rhône grapes. It's lush and plush. A lot of sun-baked black fruit here and virtually no edge to speak of. In fact, it's almost too friendly. Aromas of graham crackers and a clear flavor of chocolate make for an interesting drink.",Le Mistral,25,91,California,California Other,California,Joseph Phelps 1997 Le Mistral Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1997-le-mistral-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Joseph Phelps
,Red,US,"Has classic Napa fruit, all cassis, with pretty oak shadings. Terrific balance and harmony. The tannins are on the strong side but they're well crafted. You can drink it tonight, or lay it aside for a decade.",,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Keenan 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keenan-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Keenan
13.5,White,US,"An extraordinarily complex and lively Chardonnay. The element around which everything revolves is bright, clean and pure fruit. Barrel fermentation and lees aging add complexities. Very young, tight and steely. Still needs a year or so to loosen up.",Reserve,32,91,California,California Other,California,Ferrari-Carano 1996 Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1996-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1996,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,"A rich, creamy, complex Chard with nuances of fig, peach and mango. Very rich and fine, with a great taste and a long, penetrating, oaky-sweet finish.",,16,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Whitehall Lane
13.5,White,US,"Has clean, sharp aromas of pear, peach and melon, veering into tropical fruit; also lots of smoky, toasty oak. Tastes rich, ripe, round and complex. Big fruit, plus all the complexities new oak and lees add to the package. Fancy and stylish. Still tightly wound; you'd be best off to let it settle for a while.",,44,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Far Niente 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Far Niente
13.5,Red,US,"Elegant, yet loaded with ripe fruit—rich and deep in the center, with a velvety texture on the finish, which is long and complex, with a deep black-cherry note at the end.",Cold Creek Vineyard,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1996 Cold Creek Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1996-cold-creek-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Chateau Ste. Michelle
13.5,White,US,"Considerably riper and more exotic than the San Vicente Vineyard Chard from Mirassou, with tropical-fruit aromas veering into fig and banana. Tastes rich and fruity, with citrus and ripe peach; has an acid bite. Oaky, with a long, lush finish.",Mission Vineyard,24,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1998 Mission Vineyard Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-mission-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Mirassou
,Red,Italy,"Inky color and explosive cherry fruit. Chocolate, spice and a cool element on the nose and palate. A large-scaled wine with a big mouthfeel, yet it's supple, even lush, despite its youth. Approachable now, but will be much better in 2 to 3 years. A 90% Sangiovese, 5% Mammolo wine.",Coltassala,40,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Volpaia 1995 Coltassala Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1995-coltassala-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Volpaia
,Red,US,"Very oaky, with lots of smoky char dominating tobacco, plum and currant.  Very rich, pure fruit, with a distinctive core of ripe black currants and lush tannins. An elegant, delicious wine.",Red Rose Hill,28,91,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 1997 Red Rose Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-1997-red-rose-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Galante
,Red,US,"A very pretty wine. Lots of new oak dominates the aroma, and the rich tannins are fairly hefty, but there's plenty of rich, ripe, bold fruit. Classic mountain Cab, stuffed with flavor and focus. Will age.",,22,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos Tita 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-tita-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Clos Tita
,White,US,"Bright, lemony aromas and flavors. Very forward, with lavish oak. Supple, rich and complex, this is a big wine that gives pleasure all the way through to the long, sweet, oaky-spicy finish. A real crowd-pleaser.",,25,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Sinskey 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-sinskey-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Robert Sinskey
,Red,US,"A complex, Bordeaux-style wine. Has currant, mint, vanilla, berry and plum aromas. Remarkably soft, almost lush, and delivers waves of berry, oak and spice flavors. Great extract and density. Contains 12% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc. An ager.",Heritage Reserve,40,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 1996 Heritage Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1996-heritage-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Schug
,Red,US,"Very dark, brooding color. Has classic aromas of currant and blackberry, with generous char and vanilla. Very rich. Focused, pinpointed fruit; not flamboyant but elegant, balanced and harmonious. The tannins are soft enough to drink now, but will age.",,28,92,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Guilliams 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guilliams-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-spring-mountain/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Guilliams
13.9,White,US,"A lovely, limpid wine of high quality. Has a real goût de terroir in its earthy, minerally tones that ride on top of ripe peaches and plenty of leesy oak. Drinks soft, complex and delicious.",Gravel Ridge Vineyard,20,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cooper-Garrod 1997 Gravel Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-garrod-1997-gravel-ridge-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Cooper-Garrod
,Red,US,"Dark color. Smells young, jammy and earthy, with a big blast of black-cherry fruit. Tremendous extract and depth. Huge, with lush tannins and firm acidity. Remarkably pure, this is a very fine Zinfandel.",Pagani Ranch,28,92,California,California Other,California,Ridge 1997 Pagani Ranch Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1997-pagani-ranch-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Ridge
,Red,US,"A dark, concentrated, intense mountain Cab with a tight, solid core of cherry, blackberry and currant. Fairly oaky and lushly textured. Opulent tannins.",,28,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Cooper-Garrod 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooper-garrod-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Cooper-Garrod
13.8,White,US,"There's plenty to say about this blue-chip Chard—all of it good. Start with the toasty, pear-filled, creamy nose that turns nicely bready. Next is the smooth, round, weighty palate. If you like a long, complex finish, this has it. Overall, a special wine that's solid as a rock, with lots of personality.",Reserve Joseph Herman Vyd.,24,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,B.R. Cohn 1997 Reserve Joseph Herman Vyd. Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1997-reserve-joseph-herman-vyd-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,B.R. Cohn
13,White,US,"Young, with apple, peach and anise notes. Tight, elegant, remarkably fresh and lively, it's steely and clean. Has great balance and intensity. Stony Hill's Chards are among the longest-lived in the state, and this very fine wine from a great vintage should improve for years, possibly decades.",,24,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stony Hill 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stony-hill-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Stony Hill
,Red,US,"Has the purest, ripest black-currant and berry aromas of the Galante Cabs, and a healthy dose of toasty oak. Tastes very dense and concentrated. The fruit isn't massive, but instead is very focused and streamlined, and the tannins are lush and fine. An ager.",Blackjack Pasture,40,93,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Galante 1997 Blackjack Pasture Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/galante-1997-blackjack-pasture-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Galante
13,White,US,"Has intense, fine citrus and tropical-fruit aromas. Generously dosed with smoky oak. Drinks remarkably concentrated and intense, with huge spicy extract and great depth of flavor. Extremely complex, with a long, strong finish.",Parmalee-Hill Vineyard,26,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Steele 1998 Parmalee-Hill Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-parmalee-hill-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Steele
15.5,Red,US,"A blend of De Loach's finest vineyards. Dense color. Complex and complete nose. Voluptuous and rich. Tastes remarkably complex, with attention paid to every detail. A rewarding experience. Very fine Zin, but pricey.",O.F.S.,35,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 O.F.S. Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-ofs-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,De Loach
,Red,US,"One of a series of single-vineyard Russian River Valley Zins from this winery. Medium color, with beautiful berry, chocolate and plum aromas. Fabulous extract and complexity, it's ready to drink now.",Barbieri Ranch,22,93,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1998 Barbieri Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1998-barbieri-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,De Loach
,White,US,"Riper and more boldly flavored than the Parmalee-Hill Vineyard bottling, with masses of tropical-fruit aromas and flavors. Voluptuous and buttery. Amazing depth of flavor and complexity, it's sheer deliciousness.",Goodchild Vineyard,24,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 1997 Goodchild Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-goodchild-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Steele
,Red,US,"Smells very fine and pure. Classy black currants and toasty oak rule. Flavors are opulent, rich, ripe but very balanced. Gorgeous tannins; soft and accessible. Defines style and grace.",,45,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corison 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corison-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Corison
,Red,US,"Another winner from this Getty-affiliated winery. Has classic black-currant and cedar aromas, with a sharp streak of well-charred oak. Exceptionally pure and balanced; an example of impeccable winemaking. A little austere now, but really fine quality. Hold for a few years.",,44,94,California,Napa,Oakville,Plumpjack 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plumpjack-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Plumpjack
13.5,Red,Australia,There's a stewed quality to the nose that may be offputting to some. Mildly aggressive and red-fruit-dominated. Some licorice and oak help out the finish.,,15,80,South Australia,Eden Valley,,David Wynn 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-wynn-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-eden-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,David Wynn
13,White,US,"A substantial wine with a warm Chardonnay-like center. The fruit is muted, both on the nose and in the mouth; finish is medium with the fruit opening up a bit at the end.",,20,80,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Valley of the Moon 1998 Pinot Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/valley-moon-1998-pinot-blanc-sonoma-county/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Valley of the Moon
13.5,White,US,"This wine has a very good mouthfeel, but is marked by some offputting aromas. The nutty, almost sulfurous quality makes it tough sledding despite the positives.",,15,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Joseph Phelps
12,White,US,"A lot of oak is laid on here, which the faint fruit just can't sustain. Varietal character is hard to read. Quite oaky from bouquet to finish. An easy quaff for lovers of toasty, oaky whites.",Barrel Select,8,81,California,California Other,California,Rutherford Vintners 1997 Barrel Select Fumé Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rutherford-vintners-1997-barrel-select-sauvignon-blanc-fume-other/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Rutherford Vintners
,White,US,"Very faint aromas and flavors, with only a mild grassiness. Vague and rather hard to define. This wine is pleasant, it just ought to show more varietal identity if bearing the name of the grape on the label.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-1997-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,ForestVille
,Red,US,"Opens with a cherry, earthy nose and an herbal nuance. Soft mouthfeel, where red fruit predominates. Some interesting sweet and sour flavors on the finish. A good casual pour, if a bit light for Cabernet.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Hacienda 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Hacienda
13.8,Red,US,"Aromas of dark berry, chocolate and smoke open this wine. Has good black-fruit concentration and chocolate on the palate; plump and oaky, but suffers from an astringent mouthfeel and a sharp finish.",,17,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Clos du Bois
13.2,Red,US,"A simple but lively Merlot. Has an appealing nose of berry, red cherry and pepper. Flavors of berries and herbs, but a bit indistinct, and a medium to light mouthfeel. Finishes with a tangy, peppery note.",Winemaker's Select,11,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mystic Cliffs 1997 Winemaker's Select Merlot (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mystic-cliffs-1997-winemakers-select-merlot-central-coast-monterey-county/,Merlot,1997,Mystic Cliffs
13.4,White,US,"Born to be mild. Grapefruit, herbs and toast on the nose. Soft flavors, not overly oaked; but only very subtle citrus fruit on the palate. Decent mouthfeel, with some body. The oak comes on a bit much for the light fruit on the finish.",Coastal,9,83,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Coastal Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-coastal-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,Italy,"With 85% Sangiovese and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon, this lively wine is a kind of younger brother of a Super Tuscan. Ripe red-cherry fruit highlights this appealing drink-me-now quaff.",Remole,9,83,Tuscany,Toscana,,Frescobaldi 1997 Remole Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1997-remole-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1997,Frescobaldi
13,White,Australia,"Quite closed and hard to read. Distant nose with touches of pear, chalk, sea air and melon. Green-apple, grapefruit and pineapple flavors don't mesh that well on the palate.",The Valleys,12,83,South Australia,Clare Valley-Eden Valley,,Penfolds 1998 The Valleys Chardonnay (Clare Valley-Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-valleys-chardonnay-clare-valley-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Penfolds
,Red,US,"A fruity, soft, supple wine, with ripe berry fruit and medium tannins. A little rough and earthy on the palate, and turns dry on the finish, with spicy fruit. Good everyday table wine.",,20,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Grey Fox NV Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-fox-nv-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,,Grey Fox
,Red,Italy,"Cedary, balsamic aromas dominate the fruit right now; given the wine's lean, tannic nature, it may never fully integrate. Tends toward the earthy, tobaccoey side of Brunello.",Riserva,67,84,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Il Poggione 1993 Riserva  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-il-poggione-1993-riserva-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1993,Tenuta Il Poggione
,White,US,"A full, grapefruity wine that offers lots of power but not much nuance. Very forward, it presses its cause aggressively. By no means a sipper, it's still plenty  competent to wash down grilled chicken or pasta salad.",,11,84,California,Lake County,Lake County,Shooting Star 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Lake County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-1998-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-lake-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Shooting Star
,Red,Italy,"A light and fruit-forward Merlot from northeast Italy made by the Folonari family. It's a silky-smooth wine with light red-cherry fruit and a lean, attractive finish.",,11,84,,Grave del Friuli,,Banolis 1998 Merlot (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banolis-1998-merlot-grave-friuli/,Merlot,1998,Banolis
,Red,US,"Smells a little rough and earthy, with some modest berry and oak notes. The flavors are on the austere side. A country-style wine, most of the grapes come from the Santa Lucia Highlands of the cold, windswept Salinas Valley.",Coastal Selection,12,84,California,California Other,California,M. Trinchero 1997 Coastal Selection Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1997-coastal-selection-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,M. Trinchero
13,White,US,The opening shows good varietal fruit--a bit of melon and ripe apple--played against a smack of oak that is just a touch too strong.,Bien Nacido Vineyard,16,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 1998 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1998-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Steele
,White,US,"There's abundant and somewhat untamed oak on the opening, with a light buttery edge. In the center there are notes of peaches and light citrus. The finish is medium with oak dominating. The blend is 78% Sauvignon Blanc and 22% Sémillon.",,23,84,California,Lake County,Guenoc Valley,Langtry 1998 Red (Guenoc Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-1998-red-mendocino-lake-counties-guenoc-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Langtry
13,Red,US,"A heavily oaked wine, the aromas here are vanilla, toast and just a hint of mint. The mild black-cherry fruit component has been overwhelmed and virtually lost. Oak mavens will enjoy this Tronçais juice more than the rest of us.",,20,84,California,Napa,Rutherford,Voss 1997 Merlot (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-1997-merlot-napa-rutherford/,Merlot,1997,Voss
13,White,Australia,"Forward, if maybe a bit fuzzy. Aromas of overripe tropical fruit, orange and smoke. Fat and rather sweet, with cooked pear and vanillin on the palate. Needs livelier fruit or higher acidity to wake it up.",Reserve,15,84,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Yalumba 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yalumba-1997-reserve-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Yalumba
,Red,US,"Bright and pleasing, just a bit simple. Sweet and spicy raspberry fruit on the nose. Varietally correct cherry and chocolate flavors. Decent mouthfeel.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-merlot-sonoma-county-5172/,Merlot,1997,Geyser Peak
13.6,Red,US,"Bright and pleasing, just a bit simpel. Sweet and spicy raspberry fruit on the nose. Varietally correct cherry and chocolate flavors. Decent mouthfeel.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Geyser Peak 1997 Merlot (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-merlot-sonoma/,Merlot,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,Italy,"A hard-to-miss herbal streak lays heavily on the light-berry nose. Cranberry, red raspberry and some black pepper on the puckery palate. A bit unfocused and tart, it will nonetheless work well with spaghetti or something equally hearty.",,13,84,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Gabbiano 1997  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-gabbiano-1997-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Gabbiano
12.5,Red,Spain,"Deep aromas for a light wine. Carbonic maceration used here (as in Beaujolais). Ajuciy and bright, but not wimpy  or vacuos wine. Lively an dfresh, but with a smoky, dark note what that adds interest. Rounds an impressive trio in aprice where little of merit is expected.",,4,84,Northern Spain,Bajo Aragon,,Casa Solar 1997 Tempranillo (Bajo Aragon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-solar-1997-tempranillo-bajo-aragon/,Tempranillo,1997,Casa Solar
,White,US,"An aggressive, lean wine, with grapefruit aromas and flavors. Powerful fruity, spicy flavors attack; no or low oak. Crisp and very dry; tart and clean. A wet-your-whistle wine at an attractive price.",Coastal,9,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1998 Coastal Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-coastal-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,A good quaffing Merlot with some herbaceousness to the plummy fruit. Shows tart-cherry and chocolate flavors and has decent texture. Closes with a medium-length finish and some nice cocoa notes. Displays good varietal character. Best Buy.,,7,85,California,California Other,California,Emerald Bay 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emerald-bay-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Emerald Bay
,White,US,"Smells earthy and herbal, with green or stalky notes riding over a tangerine and oak core. Spicy, fruity and soft. Pretty flavors in a country-style wine whose price won't break the bank.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo,Hidden Mountain Ranch 1997 Chardonnay (San Luis Obispo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-mountain-ranch-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-san-luis-obispo/,Chardonnay,1997,Hidden Mountain Ranch
,Red,US,"From 100-year-old vines on the De Ambrogio Ranch that yielded a scant half-ton per acre, this is a full-throttle (some might say over-the-top) Zin that clocks in at 15.5% alcohol. Thick, rich and intense, it features chocolate and prune flavors that turn a bit earthy and tannic.",Winemaker's Selection,30,89,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Geyser Peak 1997 Winemaker's Selection Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-winemakers-selection-zinfandel-cucamonga-valley-3038/,Zinfandel,1997,Geyser Peak
13.8,Red,US,"Intense, almost jammy black-currant fruit plays a deep bass to toasty, smoky, vanilla oak. Layered and rich, with bitter chocolate notes on the long finish. Number this among the kings of Sonoma Cabernet.",Olive Hill Estate Vineyards Sp,80,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 1996 Olive Hill Estate Vineyards Sp Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1996-olive-hill-estate-sp-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,B.R. Cohn
14,Red,US,"Pale in color. Very fruity aromas, crushed berries and twigs. Drinks fruity and forward, sweet, with high acidity. Delicate, light-bodied, pure, elegant. Finishes dry and rich. A fashionable wine.",,17,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1998 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1998-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1998,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"Cigar box, earth, cloves and a hint of dill on the nose. Shows dark cassis fruit and a  leathery quality. Almost peppery edge to the fruit. Finely sculpted. Somewhat closed now, but from a very good vintage, and possesses the depth, length and full tannins for aging. Hold until 2003–2005+.",Vintage Selection,47,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1995 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1995-vintage-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Charles Krug
,White,US,"Earthy aromas and apple, pear, toast and herbs on the nose and palate mark this enjoyable and well-structured wine. Offers a nice balance of creaminess and tanginess in the mouth and a crisp, spicy finish to boot.",,14,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1996 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1996-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1996,King Estate
,Sparkling,Spain,"A tête de cuvée that's aged on the lees for 24 months. Yellow in color, with small active bubbles. Pears, green apples and pineapples on the nose. Grapefruit and honeydew flavors, with a long yeasty, toasty, dry, citrusy finish.",Cordon Negro Brut,15,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Freixenet NV Cordon Negro Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freixenet-nv-cordon-negro-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Freixenet
13,Red,US,"Soft, generous, and fruity, with seductive sweet fruit flavors and silky tannins. A very typical North Coast style: smooth, light-bodied, with just a touch of oak in the background. Ripe, sweet, fruity and simple.",Signet Collection,20,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Signet Collection Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-signet-collection-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
13.5,White,US,"From botrytized grapes, this wine spent 27 months in new oak, and it shows in its spice and vanilla aromas and creamy texture. A solid, if oaky, Sauternes stand-in.",Late Harvest,33,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1996 Late Harvest Sémillon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1996-late-harvest-semillon-napa-valley/,Sémillon,1996,Swanson
12,Sparkling,France,"An odd note on the nose; off-putting at first, but on the palate it is solid and very lively. Tangy, with a decidedly citrusy, lemon-lime flavor profile. Crisp acidity follows through on the zingy finish.",Demoiselle Cuvée 2000 Blanc de Blancs,30,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Demoiselle Cuvée 2000 Blanc de Blancs  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-demoiselle-cuvee-2000-blanc-blancs-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Vranken
,Red,US,"An elegant wine with lovely raspberry and cherry fruit, seasoned with a touch of tobacco and chocolate. The wraparound finish is long and vivid.",Reserve,55,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Truchard
,Red,France,"An entirely pleasing wine that is fun to drink. Dry and full of character, with requisite (for Bordeaux) dry, leafy flavors and smooth tannins. Plummy and smooth, with a smoky dry-wood element. Some sweetness, but hardly what you'd call lush. Overall it's tasty and lightly fruity.",Cure,24,88,Bordeaux,Fronsac,,Château La Vieille 1995 Cure  (Fronsac),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-vieille-1995-cure-red-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Château La Vieille
,Red,US,"A gutsy blend of 37% Cabernet Sauvignon, 34% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot and 9% Petit Verdot. Opens with full-tilt jammy fruit, leading to a middle with good structure and tannins. The finish is fairly long, with intense spice and fruit.",,18,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Boeger 1996 Red (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boeger-1996-red-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Boeger
,Sparkling,Spain,"A tête de cuvée selection aged more than 30 months on the lees. Pears, bananas, grapefruits, pineapples and hazelnuts in the nose. Creamy, toasty, mature, integrated flavors and a long, rich, lingering finish with some tropical-fruit, citrus and bitter-almond flavors.",Grande Reserve Brut,20,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Paul Cheneau 1994 Grande Reserve Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-1994-grande-reserve-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,1994,Paul Cheneau
13,Red,US,"Nice berry-cherry aromas with earth and spice. A light, delicate, high-acid wine that's on the thin side. Somewhat tart, so it really needs the right food. A well-made, Chianti-style wine.",Vigna della Casa Vecchia,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 1996 Vigna della Casa Vecchia Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-1996-vigna-della-casa-vecchia-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,1996,Mosby
13.1,White,US,"Clear bright fruit. Lean and engaging, with open, charming flavors. The center is creamy, with elements of white peach and a light dusting of cinnamon.",,13,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 1998 Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1998-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Adelsheim
13.5,Red,US,"A rich, concentrated wine, beautifully balanced with supple, elegant fruit centered on blackberry and ripe black plum. The finish is silky and smooth, with a seductive drink-me-now appeal.",Caldwell Vineyard,34,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Jade Mountain 1997 Caldwell Vineyard Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1997-caldwell-vineyard-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Jade Mountain
,Red,US,"There's bright cherry fruit both on the nose and palate, followed by tightly wound tannins and concentrated spice. On the hard side now, but should develop nicely with two to three years in bottle.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Whitehall Lane
,Red,US,"A richly concentrated wine with deep black-cherry and dark-plum fruit, balanced against ripe tannins. This complex yet powerful wine is a blend from five Napa vineyards. It's mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with small bits of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The finish is long and layered. Drink it now or cellar it for five to eight years.",,28,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Whitehall Lane 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/whitehall-lane-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Whitehall Lane
12,Sparkling,France,"Mild, yeasty, sourdough aromas. A creamy flavor and texture with biscuit and lemon-lime nuances. Nice mouthfeel and a fine bead. Not big, but an elegant, successful bottling from a lesser vintage year.",Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée,45,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken 1994 Demoiselle Tête de Cuvée  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-1994-demoiselle-tete-cuvee-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1994,Vranken
14.4,Red,US,"A sweet and spicy kind of Pinot. Opens with an attractive nose of deep fruit, candy and spice. Sweet fruit flavors and good depth to the mouthfeel. Closes with a peppery quality and substantial tannins. Should improve with age.",Corley Family Vyds,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Monticello Vineyards 1997 Corley Family Vyds Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monticello-1997-corley-family-vyds-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Monticello Vineyards
,Red,US,"A lean and attractive Pinot. Fairly complex nose of dried spices, sour cherries and herbs. Tart cherry flavors with licorice notes. Brisk mouthfeel with bright acidity and a long finish with moderate tannins.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Olivet Lane 1997 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/olivet-lane-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Olivet Lane
,Red,France,"Showing some mature aromas of meat and leather, riding on top of cherry and plum. Drinks forward and pretty, like a California Pinot Noir, although it's a bit one-dimensional.",,40,87,Burgundy,Vosne-Romanée,,Faiveley 1996  Vosne-Romanée,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1996-red-vosne-romanee/,Red Blend,1996,Faiveley
4,Dessert,US,"Bright orange and citrus aromas show the appropriateness of this grape variety's name. Made in a refreshing, low-alcohol style with a bit of spritz, much like a Moscato d'Asti, this is a simple yet delicious drink.",Electra,,87,California,California Other,California,Quady 1998 Electra Orange Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-1998-electra-muscat-orange-other/,Orange Muscat,1998,Quady
14.5,Red,US,"A rich and earthy Merlot from hillside vineyards at 1,200 feet elevation on Mount Veeder. Plenty of roasted coffee on the nose and palate, rounded out by dark chocolate and buttery oak. The finish is shortened by gripping tannins that will require a few years to soften.",Paras Vineyard,52,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Jade Mountain 1997 Paras Vineyard Merlot (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1997-paras-vineyard-merlot-napa-mount-veeder/,Merlot,1997,Jade Mountain
15.5,Red,US,"Contains only 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, but it's strong Cab, which dominates the nose with cassis and black currant. Dark, aromatic wine. Drinks jammy and oaky. Strong, fancy, even stylish.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1997 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1997-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Chappellet
13.8,Red,US,"A round, fairly full style, with earth and vanilla notes gracing the sour cherry nose. Cherry and earth follow through on the palate, with a full mouthfeel. Finishes fruity and spicy with moderate tannins.",,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Barnett 1997 Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnett-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1997,Barnett
,Red,US,"Nose of tobacco, blackberry, faint pepper and dill. Dense on the palate with cassis-like fruit and plenty of oak. Shows depth, but is maybe just a bit one-dimensional. Good balance, with dry, even tannins. Better in a few years.",,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Charles Krug
12.5,White,US,"A very good Northwest Pinot Blanc. Bright aromas of tropical fruit (mango, papaya) and honey. Supple and pretty flavors of fleshy, sweet fruits, like mango and pear. Some residual sugar (0.6%) adds sweetness to the creamy texture, but it's not particularly oaky.",,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1998 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1998-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Erath
,White,US,"Shows rich butter, lemon and mineral notes. Tastes rich and full-bodied. Has a real acid bite, which may soften in time. Not an unctuous, California-style fruit bomb; more a Chablis-like wine of structure.",,18,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1997 Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1997-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Ponzi
14,Red,US,"Fine depth, with earth, leather and coffee notes accenting the berry fruit. Fairly lean in profile, with a tart edge at this point, but good length. Best to cellar for a year or two.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,23,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 1997 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1997-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Sanford
,Sparkling,Spain,"Aged for a minimum of two years, with no dosage (sugar) added at bottling. A gold edge to the straw color. A pretty, refined nose with hints of honeysuckle. A creamy, not-too-aggressive mousse. Quite fruity for a brut nature, but not sweet. Stylish, with nice orange-peel flavors in the finish. A good dry cava to have with meals.",Brut Nature,17,87,Catalonia,Cava,,Parxet NV Brut Nature  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-brut-nature-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Parxet
14.3,Red,US,"Pretty good for a statewide blend.  Has cranberry, sour cherry and raspberry notes.  Spicy and bracing acidity.  Delicately fruity.  A very nice wine.",Two-Heart Canopy,17,87,California,California Other,California,Pepi 1997 Two-Heart Canopy Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pepi-1997-two-heart-canopy-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1997,Pepi
11,White,US,"Faint lemon and apricot aromas show considerable promise that is largely met on the palate.  A medium-bodied, sweet Riesling that please without being overly complex.",Late Harvest,18,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1998 Late Harvest Riesling (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1998-late-harvest-riesling-other/,Riesling,1998,King Estate
,Sparkling,Spain,"Citrusy, with a big yeasty nose reminiscent of white Burgundy. A delicious, rich, gutsy, full-flavored cava with Champagne character and a long, spicy, toasty finish. Best Buy.",Reserva Brut,14,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Juvé y Camps 1996 Reserva Brut  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-1996-reserva-brut-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,1996,Juvé y Camps
,Red,US,"A bright, soft, user-friendly wine in the Gallo style. Delicate and pretty. Few complexities, but it's supple, balanced and very drinkable. Best Buy.",,11,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"Extremely pale color, just beyond rose. Aromas of tea, clove, orange peel and raspberry. The most delicate wine of this tasting. But it has some fine, complex fruit and crisp acidity. Best Buy.",,11,88,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Tamás Estates 1996 Sangiovese (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tamas-estates-1996-sangiovese-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Tamás Estates
,Red,US,"A beautifully balanced wine with clear and luscious raspberry fruit deepening to black cherry in the midpalate. The finish is long and silky, with layers of flavor.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Supéry 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-supery-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,St. Supéry
11.8,Sparkling,US,"Lots of toasted baked bread and yeast on the nose, with raspberry and black cherry from 67% Pinot Noir. Overt fruit on the palate, too. Drinks lively and crisp, but a bit rough, and the finish is a little sweet and leesy-bitter. Frankly, lacks the quality and charm of the nonvintage offerings from this winery.",Carneros Cuvée Brut LD,32,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1990 Carneros Cuvée Brut LD  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1990-carneros-cuvee-brut-ld-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1990,Gloria Ferrer
,White,France,"A fascinating wine. Has earthy, mineral and citrus aromas. Flavors are very rich and strong, veering from citrus to tropical kiwi and mango. Ultracreamy texture. Dry, rich and spicy finish. An exotic style.",Moenchberg,35,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 1997 Moenchberg Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-1997-moenchberg-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,1997,Marc Kreydenweiss
13.5,Red,US,"A rich blend of 65% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Syrah. The wine has a delicious spicy opening, a jammy center and a long finish.",Trio,29,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 1997 Trio Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-1997-trio-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Barnwood
13.5,White,US,"A full and rich Pinot Blanc with good texture and mouthfeel. The middle is silky smooth, with ripe pear and light spice flavors, and even a hint of mint. The finish is layered and medium length.",,12,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 1998 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1998-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Amity
14,Red,Australia,"This Australian beauty opens with lean and lovely raspberry aromas which blossom into a fairly rich middle, picking up black-cherry and blackberry fruit along the way. The finish is layered and balanced.",Bin 389,25,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1996 Bin 389 Red (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1996-bin-389-red-south/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Penfolds
12.8,White,US,"There is a rush of floral and intense peach and apple aromas to the nose, followed by a ripe center. There are fairly intense peach and ripe melon flavors on the finish.",,12,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1998 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1998-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Bethel Heights
,Red,US,"Very rich, fine and supple. Oaky. Ripe and extracted. Not a delicate wine; stout and fruity. Silky texture and balanced. This is one of the better “big” Sangioveses.",,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1997 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1997-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Silverado
13.8,Red,US,"This is an elegant beauty; supple with layers of fruit and lingering spice. There's a touch of mint rounding the cherry-dominated flavors. The finish is lingering, with ripe bing cherry fruit dominating.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mazzocco 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Mazzocco
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Complex toasty, earthy aromas. Sharply drawn, well-dimensioned lemon and herb flavors. Long spicy finish with sweet & sour flavors. Flavorful, and lots of personality.",R de Ruinart Brut,48,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart NV R de Ruinart Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-nv-r-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Ruinart
,Red,Australia,"An elegant wine with graceful, balanced fruit centered on ripe raspberry and rounded by a hint of chocolate and coffee. The finish is long and layered, with firm tannins.",,16,88,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-victoria/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Taltarni
,Red,US,"If you're wondering about the price, wonder no more: It's by Heidi Barrett, and it's built along the lines of mountain Cabernet; i.e., intense aromas and flavors and extremely oaky. Dense, concentrated fruit. Massive, sweet flavors; powerful. 14.5% alcohol makes it heady.",,35,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Showket 1997 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/showket-1997-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Showket
,Sparkling,Spain,"Comes in a very fancy bottle with a pewter-like metal base. A selected blend of 67% Macabeo and 33% Parellada, which is aged for five years on its lees. Pretty, subdued nose, with hints of yeast, honeysuckle and citrus peel. Stylish, elegant and clean, with well-integrated, mature flavors of nuts and dried fruits, and a long toasty finish.",Reserva Heredad Brut,22,88,Catalonia,Cava,,Segura Viudas NV Reserva Heredad Brut Sparkling (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/segura-viudas-nv-reserva-heredad-brut-sparkling-cava/,Sparkling Blend,,Segura Viudas
,Red,US,"Very ripe and forward-fruity, a late-picked style that emphasizes strong fruity flavors. Has berry and plum notes, and lots of spice. Drunks soft, pretty, supple and tasty.",,20,88,California,Napa,Oakville,Turnbull 1997 Sangiovese (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turnbull-1997-sangiovese-napa-oakville/,Sangiovese,1997,Turnbull
13.9,Red,US,"A big, chewy Merlot with dark, rich fruit, grounded in black plum and ripe black cherry. The finish is concentrated, with hints of chocolate and orange peel.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Wellington
,White,France,"Starts off with bright grapefruit and vanilla scents, leading to ripe, citrusy flavors. Notable for its fine, soft texture. Has a hard, mineral component in the finish that adds complexity.",Kritt,17,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 1997 Kritt Pinot Blanc (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-1997-kritt-pinot-blanc-alsace/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Marc Kreydenweiss
,Sparkling,France,"Aromas of vanilla with lime and spice notes, almost liqueur-like on the nose. Good balance and mouthfeel. Lime and licorice/anisette flavors dance on the palate and continue through the lengthy finish. An interesting wine, showing unique character.",Brut,36,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Montaudon 1995 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montaudon-1995-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1995,Montaudon
,Sparkling,US,"Yeasty bread dough aromas with herbal notes. Green-apple flavors and dry, but with slight citrus and pineapple notes. Nice texture and a good clean finish. Very complete and well-knit wine.",Knudsen's Vineyard Julis Lee's,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1995 Knudsen's Vineyard Julis Lee's  (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1995-knudsens-vineyard-julis-lees-sparkling-willamette-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Argyle
12.9,White,Australia,"The famous Australian golfer has introduced a line of wines, made by Mildara Blass, the giant Aussie wine conglomerate. This is a good start. The opening is on the melon/citrus side of the Chardonnay range, with a mildly creamy center and a lean and graceful finish. Right on par.",,15,88,Victoria,Yarra Valley,,Greg Norman Estates 1998 Chardonnay (Yarra Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greg-norman-estates-1998-chardonnay-yarra-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Greg Norman Estates
,Red,France,"More forward and riper than the '95. Veers into raspberry liqueur, but the tannins are still on the tight side. Will appeal to California palates.",Clos des Myglands,25,88,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Faiveley 1996 Clos des Myglands  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1996-clos-myglands-red-mercurey/,Red Blend,1996,Faiveley
,Red,US,"This first release is made from grapes grown at 3,200 feet above the Santa Barbara Coast. It's a powerful wine with splendid black-cherry fruit, edged by spice and plums. The finish is long and layered, with good fruit concentration. Drink it now or give it another three to five years of bottle age.",Reserve,27,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Barnwood 1997 Reserve Merlot (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barnwood-1997-reserve-merlot-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Merlot,1997,Barnwood
,Sparkling,US,"Has pretty bread-dough, lees, citrus, raspberry and vanilla aromas. Tastes creamy and rich. Rather full-bodied Pinot Noir (68%) fruit dominates. Good mousse, clean, and finishes a little sweet. Best Buy.",Brut Classic 196,15,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon NV Brut Classic 196  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-brut-classic-196-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"A blast of blackberries, plums and smoke. Tastes rich, ripe, round and soft. Lots of pretty fruit; ripe and sweet. The tannins are velvety fine. Elegant, although maybe a tad one-dimensional.",RCF,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Fisher 1997 RCF Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-1997-rcf-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Fisher
13.4,White,US,"A lovely wine with ripe honeyed fruit balanced by crisp acidity. It was fermented and aged in stainless steel, so what you get here is pure spicy Pinot Blanc fruit with a silky mouthfeel and a long, delicious finish. Best Buy.",,11,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 1998 Pinot Blanc (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-1998-pinot-blanc-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Foris
,Sparkling,US,"What a pretty color: off-gold with a trace of copper. Smells fresh and clean, with bread dough, vanilla, and a whiff of smoky raspberry. Full-bodied, with succulent raspberry and cherry flavors; dry and spicy. Finishes lively and a little rough. 92% Pinot Noir and 8% Chardonnay. Best Buy.",,17,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gloria Ferrer NV  Sonoma County,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-nv-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,,Gloria Ferrer
,Red,US,"A very promising Pinot with a lot going on. Deep perfume with berry and earth notes. Fine depth of fruit with dark berry flavors. Lush, velvety mouthfeel and a long spicy finish. Inviting now, but will be even better in 2 to 3 years.",La Colline Vyd,30,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Baileyana 1997 La Colline Vyd Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baileyana-1997-colline-vyd-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Baileyana
14.1,Red,US,"Richly spicy aromas of black tea, allspice and cinnamon lead off, followed by dark berry, chocolate and earth flavors. Understated fruit lets the varied spice notes shine through, particularly on the finish.",Vintner's Reserve,,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Cale 1997 Vintner's Reserve Merlot (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cale-1997-vintners-reserve-merlot-sonoma-valley/,Merlot,1997,Cale
,Sparkling,Spain,"Made in the Alella district north of Barçelona. Toasty and yeasty, with green apples, pears, and orange peel in the nose. Could fool some people as a Champagne. Very creamy, richly flavored, and full-bodied, yet elegantly structured. A long, clean, dry, toasty finish, with hints of orange peel, green figs and pears.",Brut Gren Reserva MM Millenniu,21,89,Catalonia,Alella,,Parxet NV Brut Gren Reserva MM Millenniu  (Alella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parxet-nv-brut-gren-reserva-mm-millenniu-sparkling-alella/,Champagne Blend,,Parxet
,White,US,"Made entirely from Dijon clones of Chardonnay. Drinks rich and full-bodied, with leesy, buttery notes, and a distinct white peach flavor. Very fine and complex. An angular, austere wine by California standards, with bright acidity.",Clonal,22,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1997 Clonal Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1997-clonal-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Ponzi
,Red,US,"Has pretty sour cherry, earth and anise aromas. Supple and round. High acidity cuts the fruitiness. Very nice wine, a little simple.",,20,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Miner 1997 Sangiovese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/miner-1997-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Miner
,Sparkling,US,"Pretty gold color. Smells rich and yeasty, with citrus and honeydew, like a fresh fruit salad. Rich, complex flavors, with bright citrus fruit and a taste of raspberry in the slighty bitter, almond-skin finish. Stylish and elegant. 64% Pinot Noir, 34% Chardonnay and 2% Pinot Blanc.",Brut Cuvée,20,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Domaine Carneros 1995 Brut Cuvée  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1995-brut-cuvee-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Domaine Carneros
,Red,France,"Heavy black cherries and sweet vanilla oak mark this classy unclassified Bordeaux that carries itself like a big-reputation label. Somewhat Californian with its forward fruit, but the earthy, leafy side is all France. A lot of wine here; the fruit is piercing and the wood touch is right on.",,29,90,Bordeaux,Côtes de Bourg,,Roc de Cambes 1996  Côtes de Bourg,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roc-cambes-1996-red-cotes-bourg/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Roc de Cambes
,Dessert,US,"A slightly musky nose of spiced apricots and orange marmalade. Rich and mouthcoating, there's just enough acidity to prevent it from being flabby. A high level of botrytis makes this a delectable wine that finishes with spice and honey notes.",Belle Terre Vyds Special Selec,30,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1995 Belle Terre Vyds Special Selec Johannisberg Riesling (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1995-belle-terre-vyds-special-selec-riesling-johannisberg-sonoma-county/,Johannisberg Riesling,1995,Chateau St. Jean
,Sparkling,Spain,"Spain's leading “artisan-type” cava. A pretty nose of fresh-cut apples and pears, with a hint of smoke. Well-balanced, with a dry, refreshing, palate-cleansing austerity. Very lively in the mouth, with a spicy, toasty lime and orange-peel finish.",Natural Reserva de la Familia,18,90,Catalonia,Penedès,,Juvé y Camps 1995 Natural Reserva de la Familia  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-1995-natural-reserva-familia-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,1995,Juvé y Camps
,Red,US,"Has pretty, sour cherry, cranberry, and raspberry aromas. Light in color and body. Delicately fruity and tart, not much oak in evidence. Fancy, food-friendly wine.",Seghesio Vineyard,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Long 1998 Seghesio Vineyard Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-1998-seghesio-vineyard-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1998,Long
12,Sparkling,France,"A very classy bottling with hints of toast and citrus on the nose, and flavors of grapefruit, green apples and spice. Excellent mouthfeel, balance and a fine bead. Exudes elegance and style, while closing with a very persistent smoky finish.",Cuvée de l'An 2000 Brut,60,90,Champagne,Champagne,,Vranken NV Cuvée de l'An 2000 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vranken-nv-cuvee-lan-2000-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,2000,Vranken
,White,France,"Has grapefruit, lychee, tangerine, earth and vanilla aromas. Unctuous and very extracted, with huge, sweet citrus and peach fruit; rich and ripe, but it drinks dry. Very steely and elegant. A big wine that will age.",Kritt,23,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Marc Kreydenweiss 1997 Kritt Gewurztraminer (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marc-kreydenweiss-1997-kritt-gewurztraminer-gewurztraminer-alsace/,Gewürztraminer,1997,Marc Kreydenweiss
,Sparkling,US,"A creamy, dry and complex bubbly right up there with the best of them. This blend of 65% Pinot Noir and 35% Chardonnay has aromas and flavors of grapefruit, and finishes clean and crisp. Very elegant, light-bodied and delicate. Best Buy.",Brut,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Folie à Deux 1995 Brut  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1995-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Folie à Deux
,Red,US,"Stone fruits and oriental spices drive this richly textured, complex wine, whose velvety tannins make it drinkable now. Oaky, and a little soft, it contains about 10% Cabernet Franc. A fine Merlot from the eastern Santa Ynez Valley, which is quickly gaining fame as a haven for this variety.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1996 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1996-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1996,Buttonwood Farm
13.8,White,US,"On the nose, the wine opens with fairly ripe but balanced tropical fruit, including a whiff of banana. There's a twist of lime and a hint of peach, with the tropical-fruit flavors continuing on the palate. There is a bit of oak, but it is balanced with the fruit and the long, spicy finish shows good acidity.",Paragon,19,90,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 1998 Paragon Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-1998-paragon-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Edna Valley Vineyard
14.3,White,US,"An elegant wine with lovely citrus and tropical fruit on the opening. The center is rich, with a touch of butter and echoes of the opening spicy citrus fruit. The finish is long and layered, with complex flavors. Drinking very well right now.",Winemaker's Select,20,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mazzocco 1997 Winemaker's Select Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1997-winemakers-select-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Mazzocco
,White,US,"Powerful aromas of oak, oriental spice and citrus, especially lemon, dominate. Citrus flavors are powerful, too. This is a lean, tart wine layered with lavish oak. Don't look for tropical fruit in this El Niño wine, but it's stylish and elegant.",Reserve,36,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"One of California's best, always a solid effort. Chianti-style wine: earth, bark, sour-cherry aromas and flavors. Lots of sweet fruit, high acidity, silky texture, very balanced. Best Buy.",,13,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Noceto 1997 Sangiovese (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/noceto-1997-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Sangiovese,1997,Noceto
,Sparkling,US,"Delicate aromas of lime, hazelnut and dough. Drinks smooth and fine, with delicate citrus flavors and a clean, slightly bitter finish that has traces of raspberry. Very light and airy, it's an elegant style. Almost equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with 3.4% Pinot Meunier.",Brut,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,J Vineyards & Winery 1996 Brut  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-1996-brut-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1996,J Vineyards & Winery
,Red,US,"Rich color and a nose of deep berry aromas with a minty note greet the drinker. Displays plum and cocoa flavors. Very good depth of fruit and length. Firm but not harsh tannins. Oak used here, but very well. Very good now and will improve.",,17,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Charles Krug
,Red,France,"From the Moueix family of Pétrus, this is a beauty that shows off all that's good in Right Bank Merlot-dominated wines. Luscious and crammed with succulent plummy fruit, there's so much full-bodied warmth here that you can't stop drinking it once you start. A model of food-friendly, elegant wine.",,20,91,Bordeaux,Canon-Fronsac,,Château Canon de Brem 1996  Canon-Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-canon-brem-1996-red-canon-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Château Canon de Brem
,Red,US,"Straddles a fine balance between delicate, tart, Chianti-style earthiness, and a fatter, riper style. Lots of spicy-berry fruit, sweet and ripe, with a shade of toasty oak. But has some acidity that balances it out. Very fine and stylish wine.",,19,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1997 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Iron Horse
,White,France,"Shows lots of toast on the nose; yeasty and lemony, almost like a blanc de blancs Champagne. Tastes rich and bold. A powerful statement of Chardonnay in its earthiest, most mineral guise. Complex and strong.",Blanc Clos Rochette,29,91,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Faiveley 1996 Blanc Clos Rochette  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1996-blanc-clos-rochette-white-mercurey/,White Blend,1996,Faiveley
14.3,Dessert,US,". Initially the ripe pineapple aromas seem a bit muted, but on the palate the pineapple comes through strong and shaded with dried apricots. A long, moderately acidic finish caps off a very enjoyable dessert wine.",Moelleux,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1997 Moelleux Chenin Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1997-moelleux-chenin-blanc-napa-valley/,Chenin Blanc,1997,Chappellet
,Dessert,US,"Oaky, butterscotch scents pour forth from this orange-colored wine. Flavors center around nutty, orangey nuances, with the wood notes reassserting themselves on the finish. The 18% alcohol is barely noticeable in this intense and unique dessert wine that bears a resemblance to some sherries and tawnies.",Antigua,30,91,California,California Other,California,Merryvale NV Antigua Muscat Canelli (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/merryvale-nv-antigua-muscat-canelli-other/,Muscat Canelli,,Merryvale
14.8,Red,US,"A powerful and rounded Merlot with huge flavors nicely balanced by firm tannins and well-integrated oak. This wine should not be confused with the growing number of bubble-gum Merlots coming out of California. The finish is long and layered, with concentrated, ripe fruit. Should improve over the next five years.",Oakville Estate,75,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1997 Oakville Estate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-oakville-estate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,M. Cosentino
,Sparkling,US,"The label says brut but it's really a blanc de blancs, 95% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Blanc. Very fine and delicate. Gorgeous pale gold color and a fine mousse. Has lemony-peach aromas, a fine bread-dough quality, with roasted hazelnuts and vanilla. Feels rich and creamy in the mouth, and finishes with a slight bitterness. Very elegant, and will age.",Le Rêve,55,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1993 Le Rêve  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1993-le-reve-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1993,Domaine Carneros
14.1,Red,US,"Classy dark-berry fruit with nicely integrated oak, graham cracker and cedar-menthol accents comprise the inviting bouquet. Even in its presently compressed and tight state it shows a lovely mouthfeel with blackberry and chocolate notes. An even, tannic finish with coffee and spice notes closes things out. Hold until 2003.",Olive Hill Estate Vyds,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 1997 Olive Hill Estate Vyds Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1997-olive-hill-estate-vyds-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,B.R. Cohn
,White,France,"Chenin Blanc, a much abused and neglected grape in California, shines in the Loire Valley of France. This excellent example from Nicolas Joly's biodynamic estate shows power and fruit concentration and a delicious minerally edge that lingers through a complex finish.",Clos de la Bergerie,32,91,Loire Valley,Loire,,Château de la Roche-Aux-Moines 1996 Clos de la Bergerie Chenin Blanc (Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roche-aux-moines-1996-clos-bergerie-chenin-blanc-loire/,Chenin Blanc,1996,Château de la Roche-Aux-Moines
,White,US,"A very pure Chardonnay, with lemony-smoky aromas and lots of oak. Rather tightly wound now, it's crisp and oaky, with brilliant acidity. Refined and elegant, with a long, spicy finish. Austere and minerally in the Chablis style. Only 110 cases but worth the search.",Niederberger Vyd Reserve,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1997 Niederberger Vyd Reserve Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1997-niederberger-vyd-reserve-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Erath
,Red,US,"Winemaker Elias Fernandez has created a beauty with this blend of 75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. It's round and rich, with juicy black-cherry fruit. The finish is long and luscious, with soft tannins and lingering layers of flavor.",,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Shafer 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Shafer
,Sparkling,Spain,"Made only in the best vintages from specially selected parcels at Juve y Camps's d'Espiells and Can Massana vineyards. Clean, elegant, toasty nose, with whiffs of apples and citrus. Full, round, creamy and mouth-filling, with mature flavors. A stylish, long finish, showing mandarin oranges, cloves, passionfruit and dried fruits.",Gran,48,91,Catalonia,Penedès,,Juvé y Camps 1994 Gran  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/juve-camps-1994-gran-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,1994,Juvé y Camps
14.2,Red,US,"A silky, inviting wine with lush fruit centered on black cherries and red plums, with a hint of blackberry and a sprinkling of chocolate and spice. The finish is long and rich, with echoes of the opening fruit.",,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Stags' Leap Winery
,Sparkling,US,"Very pretty aromas of raspberry sorbet, vanilla, dough and roasted hazelnuts. Very fine mousse; rich and creamy. The raspberry flavors are delicate, and the wine has a lightness and elegance that are first class. Mostly Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier with trace amounts of Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc. Best Buy.",396,15,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Chandon NV 396  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-chandon-nv-396-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Chandon
,Red,US,"A rich and silky Merlot with ripe raspberry fruit dusted with chocolate and a whiff of black pepper. Long, elegant finish. A wine for today, but you might want to save some and check it out in five years.",,26,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1996 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1996-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1996,Truchard
,Red,France,"Rich roasted coffeebean, plum, leather, animal, earth, and oak scents.  Marvelous complexity, very fine, dry , with earthy, coffee and spicy flavors.  Voluptuous and interesting wine; will age.",,48,92,Burgundy,Pommard,,Faiveley 1995  Pommard,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1995-red-pommard/,Red Blend,1995,Faiveley
,Red,US,"This is serious Cabernet at a reasonable price from a consistent vineyard and producer. It has pretty black-currant and cherry aromas, and a vibrant, fruity delicacy reminiscent of sweet ripe cherries. Rounds off with a spicy, dry finish. Lots of personality and terroir. Almost always one of the top Cabs out of Sonoma County.",Olive Hill,35,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,B.R. Cohn 1996 Olive Hill Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/br-cohn-1996-olive-hill-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,B.R. Cohn
,Red,US,"An unmitigated success for a debut wine, which isn't a surprise considering that Cathy Corison is winemaker. Lots of rich, warm fruit, with notes of pepper, licorice, cassis and eucalyptus. Plummy and weighty, but really smooth, almost silky. Nothing aggressive or the least bit displeasing about this A-grade Napa beauty.",,59,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Long Meadow Ranch 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/long-meadow-ranch-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Long Meadow Ranch
,Red,US,"Positively inky. Vivid deep chocolate and blackberry flavors. Large, layered mouthfeel. A long finish with very good tannic structure. Impressive and will reward 2 to 3 years' cellaring.",Reserve,28,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1997 Reserve Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1997-reserve-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Charles Krug
,Red,US,"Has the usual mid-Napa aromas of cassis, smoke and oak. Flavors are similar, ripe and fruity, verging on jammy. But the tannins are ultrasoft and creamy, yet complex and lacy. Provides sheer pleasure now or you can age it. From consulting winemaker Heidi Barrett.",,75,92,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakford 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakford-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Oakford
13.9,Red,US,"Dark, ripe and rich—classic Napa Cab. It's young and tight now, of course, with jammy black-currant fruit and sweet oak, and the tannins are finely etched, but firm. Finishes with concentrated blackberry fruit, but dry and raspy right now. The stuffing and balance are there for it to develop into a beautiful wine.",,32,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Stags' Leap Winery 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-winery-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Stags' Leap Winery
,Red,US,"A stunning wine with deep black-cherry, plum and blackberry fruit. There are hints of licorice and chocolate in the center, and the fruit grows more intense. The finish is long and elegant, with layers of flavors.",Reserve,45,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Simi
,Red,US,"Starts off with classic black currant, tobacco, chocolate and smoke. Very pure. Not a big wine, but silky and graceful; defines Stag's Leap District. With balance like this, it's definitely worth cellaring.",SLD,100,93,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars 1996 SLD Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stags-leap-wine-cellars-1996-sld-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Stag's Leap Wine Cellars
,White,US,"The aroma cries out: oaky Chardonnay; and it is full of smoke, char and buttered toast. Underneath is finely crafted fruit: citrus, peach and green apple; pure and sweet. An angular wine that's pinpointed and firm. Finishes dry and spicy.",,17,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Cuvaison
,Red,US,"A stunning wine with deep black-cherry, plum and blackberry fruit. There are hints of licorice and chocolate in the center, and the fruit grows more intense. The finish is long and elegant, with layers of flavors.",Reserve,45,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county-5504/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Simi
20,Port/Sherry,Portugal,"Perhaps the major surprise is that one of the top wines is a single quinta Port from Sandeman, a house that, after a fairly lean period, is reaffirming its commitment to Vintage Port. This is luscious, rich, almost creamy in texture, with piles of black fruit, lavender and spice.",Quinta do Vau,38,93,Douro,,,Sandeman 1997 Quinta do Vau Port (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sandeman-1997-quinta-vau-port-blend-port-douro/,Port,1997,Sandeman
,Red,US,"A stunning, utterly fantastic wine. Fat and lush, with deep, supple fruit—ripe berries smeared with chocolate—and a long, echoing finish. You could drink it now, but in ten years it will be even more spectacular. Put this up there with the great Napa Cabernets.",Hillside Select,110,94,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 1995 Hillside Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1995-hillside-select-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Shafer
13,Red,US,Displays green bell-pepper aromas. From young vines that are not yet producing rich fruit. Fairly lean and astringent. Oak should be much lighter for fruit of this moderate density.,,10,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wente 1997 Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1997-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1997,Wente
13.5,Red,US,"Positive funk, in the best Pinot sense, on the nose. Light, with classic Pinot sour-cherry and raspberry flavors, a lively mouthfeel and a tangy finish.",Reliz Creek Reseve,15,85,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 1996 Reliz Creek Reseve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1996-reliz-creek-reseve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Noir,1996,Wente
,Red,US,"An easy-drinking Zin, filled with briary, berry fruit that's fat and jammy. Finishes with some earthy, stewed components that add complexity to an otherwise straightfoward wine.",,20,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1996 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1996-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Geyser Peak
14.1,Red,US,"Nice blackberry nose, with cocoa and herb accents. Medium-bodied, and textbook chocolate and plum flavors. Finishes long, with the oak really coming on.",Crane Ridge Reserve,16,87,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 1997 Crane Ridge Reserve Merlot (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1997-crane-ridge-reserve-merlot-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Merlot,1997,Wente
,White,US,"A fat, creamy, rich, peach-scented rendition—plump and soft. Shows lots of buttery aromas from 80% malolactic fermentation, and a long, spicy-oaky finish.",Reserve,23,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,Italy,"A very accessible Barbera. Not overly astringent, reflecting both the fine vintage and the recent evolution of Barbera winemaking. Shows dark cherry, tar, and chocolate aromas and flavors. Very nice balance and mouthfeel. Closes with a dry, even finish that expands to show dried-fruit and leathery notes.",,10,87,Piedmont,Barbera d'Alba Superiore,,Villadoria 1997  Barbera d'Alba Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villadoria-1997-barbera-barbera-dalba-superiore/,Barbera,1997,Villadoria
13.5,White,US,"A more upscale Chard, with fundamentally better fruit and receiving better care in winemaking than the regular bottling. Lean and graceful, with toast and vanilla aromas and pear and nutmeg flavors. Understated and stylish, again emphasizing elegance over body or extract.",Riva Ranch Reserve,14,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Wente 1997 Riva Ranch Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1997-riva-ranch-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Chardonnay,1997,Wente
,White,US,"88 Geyser Peak 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley); $20. A new offering, this Chardonnay is bursting with pineapple fruit. Intense and oaky, with piney, resinous nuances. Good acidity makes for a long, luscious finish.",,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Geyser Peak 1998 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Geyser Peak
13.5,White,US,"A lean and elegantly made Chardonnay with crisp green-apple flavors, good acidity and a clean finish. Appealing, refreshing, and an excellent value. Best Buy.",,10,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wente 1997 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1997-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1997,Wente
13,Red,US,"Very nicely built Cabernet with sweet blackberry aromas and spice, cedar and cigar-box accents to the nose. Cassis, tobacco and herb flavors grace the palate; a menthol-like note chimes in. Good mouthfeel and nicely balanced, with even tannins on the long, oaky finish. Will improve further with one or two years of age.",Charles Wetmore Reserve,20,89,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Wente 1996 Charles Wetmore Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wente-1996-charles-wetmore-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Wente
13.5,Red,Italy,"A nicely balanced wine with cherry perfume and tobacco notes. Very faint orange color at the edge and orangey aromatics on the nose. Spice and dried-fruit flavors on the palate, with a nice mouthfeel. Full, even tannins on the finish. Fairly evolved for its age, it is showing well now and will be even better in two years.",,,90,Piedmont,Serralunga D'Alba,,Villadoria 1995 Nebbiolo (Serralunga D'Alba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villadoria-1995-nebbiolo-serralunga-dalba/,Nebbiolo,1995,Villadoria
,Red,US,"Classic Napa Cabernet aromas of cassis and smoky American oak. Intense and focused, with a long finish. A bit closed now, it should blossom nicely in a few years.",Vallerga Vineyards,27,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Geyser Peak 1997 Vallerga Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-vallerga-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"A soft, forward Cabernet, with floral aromas coupled to luscious blackberry and black-currant fruit. Elegantly styled, with near-perfect balance.",Kuimelis Vineyards,27,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Kuimelis Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-kuimelis-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Only 106 cases of this blockbuster Shiraz were produced. It's big, with jammy blackberry fruit, licorice, sweaty-leathery aromas, and a fair amount of pencilly oak. Finishes very long. Very close to top Oz Shirazes in style and quality.",Bin 1,100,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1995 Bin 1 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1995-bin-1-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1995,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,A pleasant wine with good upfront fruit. The sheer zest and gutsiness of Syrah has been muted by the 19% Merlot in the blend.,Coastal,15,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Robert Mondavi 1998 Coastal Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-coastal-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,1998,Robert Mondavi
13.9,Red,US,"Strong, spicy and ripe. Rustic and hot, with notes of burnt rubber in the aroma and taste. A decent inexpensive varietal wine for the masses.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1997 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1997-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Sutter Home
14.1,Red,US,"The promising nose offers up plenty of jammy red-berry fruit and cinnamon spice. On the palate, it turns a bit flat and one-dimensional, ending with a cranberryish tinge.",Francis Coppola Diamond Series Red Label,14,82,California,California Other,California,Francis Ford Coppola 1997 Francis Coppola Diamond Series Red Label Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francis-ford-coppola-1997-diamond-series-red-label-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Francis Ford Coppola
,Red,US,"A one-dimensional wine with simple berry flavors. Spicy, with soft tannins, and a little flat. Finishes slightly sweet and gooey.",,7,82,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1997 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1997-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Woodbridge
12.5,Red,US,"Could be the lowest-priced Shiraz in California. Has berry aromas, but with a sharp, herbaceous or vegetal edge, and a green streak. Medium-bodied and tannic. Finishes rough.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1998 Shiraz (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-other/,Shiraz,1998,Sutter Home
14.1,Red,US,"Green and vegetal as Monterey reds are wont to be. Just too much beet and barnyard character vying for attention with the plump, juicy fruit. Heavy and oaky on the finish, which ends nicely enough with dark coffee and black pepper. Overall too strange and heavy (14% alcohol) to highly recommend.",,24,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Robert Pecota 1997 Syrah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pecota-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Syrah,1997,Robert Pecota
,Red,US,"Watery aromas of berries greet the nose. Similarly, the flavors are thin and watered down. You'll find some spicy fruitiness, but this wine doesn't pretend to be anything more than it is. Simple and rustic.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Woodbridge
13.8,Red,US,"Pleasant, light cherry-berry aromas are joined on the palate by a touch of creamy vanilla oak. A touch of cranberry-like acidity brings some tartness to the finish.",Vintner's Reserve,17,83,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Vintner's Reserve Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-vintners-reserve-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Kendall-Jackson
15.8,Red,US,"Hot and spicy, with only a modicum of berry fruit and some chocolate shadings. Nice creamy mouthfeel.",Alegria Vyd,30,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Alegria Vyd Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-alegria-vyd-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"A rustic style, with earthy, pungent, pruny aromas and flavors, veering into raisin and a streak of herbaceousness. Very dry, and finishes sharp. Gets the job done.",Butte County,10,83,California,California Other,California,Grey Fox NV Butte County Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grey-fox-nv-butte-county-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,,Grey Fox
,Red,US,"The nose displays sweet oak and fairly sweet blackberry fruit. A mouthful of juicy berries. Rather jammy with a slick, rich feel. Simple and pleasing, although perhaps a bit sappy and sweet for Cabernet.",,7,83,California,California Other,California,Emerald Bay 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emerald-bay-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Emerald Bay
,Red,US,"Has pretty Zin aromas. Rich and fruity, and becomes almost superripe in the midpalate, where raisiny, overextracted flavors kick in with Port-like intensity and heat. A big wine that's a little off-balance; finishes hot.",,16,83,California,California Other,California,Hidden Mountain Ranch 1997 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-mountain-ranch-1997-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Hidden Mountain Ranch
,Red,Spain,"An angular and narrow red. Shows some sour cherry fruit, but overall lean and rather weedy. Some vanilla and smoke accents.",Coleccion 2100 Tinto,10,83,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Murrieta 1997 Coleccion 2100 Tinto  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-murrieta-1997-coleccion-2100-tinto-red-rioja/,Red Blend,1997,Marqués de Murrieta
,White,US,"A very easy-drinking entry-level Chardonnay marked by tropical-fruit aromas, citrus and pineapple flavors, and the peppery notes of mildly spicy oak. Light but decent mouthfeel; lemon and soft oak on the finish. A very successful bar and restaurant wine, and it's no wonder.",,7,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Emerald Bay 1997 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/emerald-bay-1997-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1997,Emerald Bay
13.6,Red,US,"A weedy, herbaceous blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Sangiovese that struggles to define itself. There are some blackberry and cherry aromas and flavors, and gamy notes, but the dominant characteristics are a vegetal hardness and tannins.",Consenso Vineyard,30,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 1996 Consenso Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1996-consenso-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Atlas Peak
,Red,Australia,"There's splendid bright fruit; a medley of blackberry, red cherry and plum does handsprings across the palate. The center of the wine is rich, with soft, inviting tannins leading to a lingering finish.",Estate Grown,16,89,Victoria,Victoria,,Taltarni 1997 Estate Grown Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taltarni-1997-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1997,Taltarni
14.1,White,US,"There are layers of tangerine and lime, with a backup of butter, cream and lightly toasted oak. It's a blend of Alexander Valley and Dry Creek Valley fruit that lacks a bit of finesse but makes up for it in power.",River Lane,15,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mazzocco 1998 River Lane Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1998-river-lane-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Mazzocco
,White,US,"Lean and angular, with a profile not unlike a good Alsatian white, this has crisp apple and mineral aromas and apple, spice and honey flavors. Good fruit-to-acid balance and a long apple- and spice-tinged finish.",,10,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Lorane Valley 1996 Chardonnay (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lorane-valley-1996-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1996,Lorane Valley
13.5,Red,US,"An elegant, balanced wine with ripe cherry fruit. There's an earthy/brambly center and some tart acids on the finish. The blend is 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Malbec, 9% Cabernet Franc, 8% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc.",Matrix,30,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1995 Matrix Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1995-matrix-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Mazzocco
,Red,US,"A smooth and supple wine with good upfront fruit, spice and chocolate, which fades away in the center although there is a nice hint of red plums on the medium finish.",,18,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 1997 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1997-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1997,Fritz
,Sparkling,US,Very appley; the nose is like apple cider and the flavors are similar but somewhat drier. Mouthfeel full but very soft. Finish is medium long and somewhat sweet.,,11,83,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV  Columbia Valley (WA),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
,Sparkling,US,"Pink color. Has delicate strawberry aromas, but only after considerable SO2 blows off. Tastes rough and fruity and frankly off-dry to semi-sweet. The bubbles are okay. Rustic wine.",Blanc de Noir,7,80,California,California Other,California,Tott's NV Blanc de Noir  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totts-nv-blanc-noir-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Tott's
12.3,Sparkling,US,"Rather large, but admirably persistent, bead. Vanilla and citrus aromas. The remarkably fresh orange/tangerine flavors are ripe and round. Might get even better with short-term aging.",Royal Cuvée,20,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1991 Royal Cuvée  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1991-royal-cuvee-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1991,Gloria Ferrer
,Sparkling,US,"Pale copper cast. Forward and fruity, with lots of cherry (from Pinot Noir?) aromas. Spicy and round in the mouth, with just a slight sense of sweetness.",Brut Wedding Cuvée,22,86,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1996 Brut Wedding Cuvée  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-brut-wedding-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Iron Horse
,Sparkling,US,"Vintage bubbly at a good price. Pale gold. Pretty aromas of bread, citrus, and toast. Fans of fruit will find the grapefruity flavors austere, but it's very dry, clean and refreshing, if a little rough. 50% Chardonnay, 28% Pinot Blanc, 22% Pinot Noir.",Brut Reserve,17,86,California,California Other,California,Thornton 1992 Brut Reserve  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-1992-brut-reserve-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1992,Thornton
,Sparkling,France,"Powerful bread-dough and citrus aromas. Full-bodied and a little rough, with pronounced raspberry flavors. Crisp and clean, but a rather aggressive mousse at this point; 49% Chardonnay and 51% Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.",Brut,36,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-champagne-4511/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte
,Sparkling,US,"Copper color. Rather large bead, but ripe and round in the mouth with pleasant apricot and tangerine flavors. The finish is simple and short.",Cuvée de Pinot Brut Rose,27,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1996 Cuvée de Pinot Brut Rose  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1996-cuvee-pinot-brut-rose-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Schramsberg
,Sparkling,US,"Lean, biscuity aromas carry hints of apple and pear. Interesting green-fruit flavors (limes and Granny Smiths) persist through the finish.",Brut,27,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1996 Brut  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1996-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Schramsberg
,White,Chile,"This seems to be the varietal that's doing best in the El Niño vintage of 1998. With a kiss of oak, there is a lot of vibrant grapefruit flavor here. The aftertaste is oak-tinged and pleasant.",Casillero del Diablo,10,86,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1998 Casillero del Diablo Sauvignon Blanc (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1998-casillero-diablo-sauvignon-blanc-maipo-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Concha y Toro
,Red,Australia,"A solidly made Cabernet. Very dark berry flavors married to tasty, toasty oak. Not complex, but has a nice mouthfeel and a good finish of decent length.",Vintage Select,10,86,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Barwang 1997 Vintage Select Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-vintage-select-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Barwang
,Red,Australia,"Deep berry aromas, with smoky, brambly notes. On the palate, robust berry flavors and a very good mouthfeel; a touch lush but just enough acidity to keep it neat. Nice finish. Very good varietal character. Best Buy.",Vintage Select,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Barwang 1997 Vintage Select Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-vintage-select-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1997,Barwang
,White,Chile,"From hand-picked crops, this is one of Concha y Toro's more upscale Chardonnays. A portion of the wine sees barrel fermentation, and the final blend gets extra bottle time before release. From mature vineyards outside Santiago, the wine is creamy and oaky, with aromas and flavors of peaches and pears. It's definitely a warm-climate Chardonnay with expansive fruit.",Marques de Casa Concha,14,87,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1997 Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1997-marques-casa-chardonnay-maipo-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Concha y Toro
,Sparkling,US,"Slightly nutty, chocolaty nuances and a copper tinge give extra interest to this masculine sparkler. Deep cherry fruit and a largish bead. A sparkling wine to pair with assertive foods. Shows nice Pinot Noir character.",Brut Blanc de Noirs,27,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1995 Brut Blanc de Noirs  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1995-brut-blanc-noirs-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1995,Schramsberg
14.3,Red,US,"Prices for this wine have been going up, but so has the quality. Made from tiny yields from only 15 acres, this deeply extracted crimson wine has a brilliant nose of vanilla, coffee, and harness leather, a sizable structure and very ripe tannins. The finish is longer than that of anything else I tasted.",,40,95,California,California Other,California,Swanson 1996 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1996,Swanson
,Red,US,"A touch of Viognier ignites a pretty, seductive nose with spicy fruit and cocoa, as well as raspberry and mineral notes. As it unfolds the wine displays enormous complexity, with tart currant and cranberry fruit leading into a tight, sharp, brightly etched finish. It's one of the rare Zins that can stake a legitimate claim to tasting of terroir.",Eastern Exposures,25,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 1997 Eastern Exposures Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-1997-eastern-exposures-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Storybook Mountain
,Red,Italy,"Simply a splendid Super Tuscan that offers absolutely everything, and more. At 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 30% each of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, you could say Bordeaux has come to Tuscany with fine credentials. Rustic and full, with layers of clear, chewy fruit. Call it a 1% wine, meaning it is better than 99% of everything else.",Ghiaie della Furba,53,95,Tuscany,Toscana,,Capezzana 1995 Ghiaie della Furba Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-1995-ghiaie-della-furba-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Capezzana
,White,US,"A fabulous first Chardonnay under his own name by winemaker David Ramey (previously of Chalk Hill, Matanzas Creek, Dominus and elsewhere). Smoky and intriguing fruit. Rich mouthfeel, beautiful texture and balance. Very flavorful, but more than that, it shows tremendous nuance and subtlety. Sensuous and profound.",,65,96,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Ramey 1996 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ramey-1996-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1996,Ramey
,Red,France,"A wine that sells for around $100 a value? Yes, when it has the pedigree of La Chapelle and the intensity of this particular wine. The best wine to come from Jaboulet since the awe-inspiring 1990. And yes, in these days of newly released $250+ first-growth Bordeaux, a value.",La Chapelle,100,96,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1997 La Chapelle  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1997-chapelle-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
,Red,Australia,"The structure may be massive, but the tannins are ripe and soft, and the fruit concentration is amazing. An explosive nose of black cherries and plums, as well as oriental spices and vanilla. The richness and depth of flavor are spectacular. The finish is long and the flavors fully delineated.",The Armagh,75,97,South Australia,Clare Valley,,Jim Barry 1996 The Armagh Red (Clare Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jim-barry-1996-the-armagh-red-clare-valley/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Jim Barry
,Red,Chile,"The nose and flavor profile are decidedly green, with not much in the way of berry fruit. Seems like this one may have gotten swamped by El Niño.",Trio,9,80,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1998 Trio Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1998-trio-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1998,Concha y Toro
,Sparkling,US,"Smells like someone put wheat crackers in the glass. Ripe and round, but a trace of sweetness makes it seem a bit heavy-handed. Best served with desserts, or save it for sugar-loving Russian diplomats, its original target audience.",Brut Russian Cuvée,24,83,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1994 Brut Russian Cuvée  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1994-brut-russian-cuvee-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Iron Horse
,Sparkling,US,"A blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay, this bottling offers lively green-apple fruit, slightly on the tart side, with a long-lasting finish. It's also Korbel's first vintage-dated sparkling wine and is a pleasing debut. The low price tag is a bonus.",Natural,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Korbel 1996 Natural  (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-1996-natural-sparkling-sonoma-county/,Champagne Blend,1996,Korbel
,Red,Chile,"Grapes from the Rapel, Maipo and Curicó valleys go into this fairly tasty, full-bodied Cab. Tannins and black-fruit spice vie for central billing. Some oak comes forward toward the finish. A thick, crusty red and with a lot of cooked-plum flavors.",,8,84,Central Valley,,,Caliterra 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-central-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Caliterra
,Red,US,"84 Palmer 1995 Select Reserve (North Fork of Long Island); $25. This Bordeaux-style blend shows some dark roasted-fruit flavors and oak, but comes across a bit dull and lacking drama. Well-made wine, just not exciting. —J.C.",Select Reserve,25,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1995 Select Reserve Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1995-select-reserve-red-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Palmer
,White,Chile,"This wine is supposed to get some of this large company's best Chardonnay grapes. Crisp and steely, it doesn't go through malolactic fermentation and the wine never touches the inside of a barrel. Hence there's little weight, but clean, lean fruit.",Trio,9,84,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1998 Trio Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1998-trio-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Concha y Toro
,Red,Chile,"Dark to the point of opaqueness. Spends a full year in French oak and then emerges with herbal, peppery, foresty characteristics. It's a little rough, but not mean—just not sweet either.",Marques de Casa Concha,14,84,Rapel Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1997 Marques de Casa Concha Merlot (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1997-marques-casa-merlot-rapel-valley/,Merlot,1997,Concha y Toro
,Red,Chile,"Also from Puente Alto, this has some oak impact from aging in French barrels, and basically clean if average fruit flavor. Comes up short in the body, which is a bit lean.",Trio,9,84,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1997 Trio Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1997-trio-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Concha y Toro
,Sparkling,US,"Has a deep copper color, like a rosé, probably due to the high amount of Pinot Noir (80%, plus 15% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Blanc.) Neutral aromas, faintly raspberry and fresh grape, but no telltale yeast or dough. Overtly fruity, with strawberry and raspberry flavors, good creamy mousse, and dry. Clean finish. Not bad at this price for a méthode champenoise.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Thornton NV  California,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thornton-nv-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Thornton
,Sparkling,France,"Has bright lemon and grapefruit aromas, and a strong dose of bread dough/yeast. Tastes lemony and bright. High acidity cleanses the palate and is a bit scouring. The mousse is rough and aggressive.",Brut,46,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte NV Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-nv-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Delamotte
,White,Chile,"From Casablanca, the Monterey County of Chile in terms of weather and proximity to the coast. This goes through 30% barrel fermentation and it's crisply defined and quite nice.",Casillero del Diablo,10,85,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1998 Casillero del Diablo Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1998-casillero-diablo-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Concha y Toro
,Red,Chile,"A mixture of 70% American oak-aged wine and the rest from steel tanks. Some friendly mint and Christmas spice aromas. Typical Chilean Cab flavors or chocolate, cherries and currants. Good for a mass-production wine.",Casillero del Diablo,10,85,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1998 Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1998-casillero-diablo-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Concha y Toro
13.1,Red,US,"A complex, funky, smoky nose yields to bright red-raspberry fruit and taut acidity on the palate. Light tannins on the medium-length finish suggest this may be better in a year or two.",,16,86,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 1997 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-1997-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Standing Stone
13.5,Red,Chile,"All the fruit comes from the winery's home vineyard at Puente Alto, outside Santiago. Some typically rich Maipo Valley aromas in the nose. Currants, dried fruit and some green-pepper notes vie for the stage. From 10-year-old vines.",Marques de Casa Concha,14,86,Maipo Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1997 Marques de Casa Concha Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1997-marques-casa-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Concha y Toro
,White,Australia,"Very nicely done, especially at this price. Not at all bland. Refreshing tangerine notes on the tropical-fruit nose and palate. Appealing mouthfeel. Oak, mildly present early on, enters more fully on the finish. Best Buy.",Vintage Select,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Barwang 1997 Vintage Select Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-vintage-select-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1997,Barwang
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Yeasty and bready, with a hint of orange peel. Full and quite round in the mouth. Medium-length finish shows more bread flavors and a trace of vanilla. Mature, ready to drink now.",Reserve Brut,43,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Schramsberg 1993 Reserve Brut  (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schramsberg-1993-reserve-brut-sparkling-napa-valley/,Champagne Blend,1993,Schramsberg
,Sparkling,France,"This is one of the most heavily marketed Champagnes, but it delivers. Intriguing aromas of yeast and eggs. Generously carbonated, but the extra gas seems to carry the pear and green-apple flavors more forcefully. Definitely a solid, well-made Champagne. The price is suggested retail from the importer; you should be able to find it for less.",Yellow Label Brut,50,87,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin NV Yellow Label Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-nv-yellow-label-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,White,Chile,"The pinnacle of Concha y Toro's white-wine program, Amelia is 80% fermented and aged in French oak. The lees and wood notes are obvious as the Andes. There is a rich, golden color here, lots of creamy texture, proper acidity, and a smoky wood-driven aftertaste. A fine Chard from a good white-wine region.",Amelia,18,88,Casablanca Valley,,,Concha y Toro 1997 Amelia Chardonnay (Casablanca Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concha-toro-1997-amelia-chardonnay-casablanca-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Concha y Toro
,White,Australia,"Deep fruit here, with peach and pear as well as tropical fruit. Spicy oak, more evident than in the Vintage Select. Good round mouthfeel; long toasty finish.",Regional Selection,16,88,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Barwang 1997 Regional Selection Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-regional-selection-chardonnay-south-eastern/,Chardonnay,1997,Barwang
,Sparkling,France,"Light, dusty, yeasty and maybe just a bit musty in the nose. The fruit is ripe and big. Finishes aggressive and full, with the clear flavor of walnut oil and bitter almonds. Soft in the mouth and sturdy.",Brut,51,88,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger 1992 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-1992-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Taittinger
,Red,Chile,"This spends a full year in American oak, and now it is smooth as can be. Blackberry and minty aromas, and a whiff of eucalyptus. A striking structure and full tannins. Quite creamy in terms of mouthfeel, and tasty. Best Buy.",Reserve,13,88,Maipo Valley,,,Caliterra 1997 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caliterra-1997-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Caliterra
,Red,US,"What a charming wine, reminiscent of Loire Valley Chinons, also made from Cabernet Franc. This has a hint of chocolate nicely paired with lean raspberry fruit and a balanced lingering finish. Best Buy.",,13,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 1997 Cabernet Franc (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-1997-cabernet-franc-finger-lakes/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Fox Run
,Red,US,"Raspberry and chocolate flavors are accented by smoky, heavily toasted oak. The finish is long and tangy, with some minty, herbaceous notes sneaking in to add complexity.",Proprietor's Reserve,18,88,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1997 Proprietor's Reserve Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1997-proprietors-reserve-cabernet-franc-long-island-north-fork/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Palmer
,Sparkling,France,"Fragrant and mature, with a note of crème liqueur or caramello in the nose. Smoky and apple-tinged, the mouthfeel is round and properly acidic. Lemons and a slight herbal essence in the finish.",Brut,50,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 1990 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-1990-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Piper-Heidsieck
,Sparkling,France,"Lighter than expected, with pungent aromas. Lean and sophisticated; what it has in terms of boldness is largely held in reserve. Clean citrus flavor, particularly lime. Some nice appley fruit as well. A touch tart and acidic, it shows some charm in the finish.",Réserve Brut,65,89,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1993 Réserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1993-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Sparkling,US,"A rich, creamy bubbly with hints of lemony and toasty fruit on the opening. The finish is layered with deeply textured flavors that linger in the mouth. An altogether satisfying wine from the cool growing region of Anderson Valley.",Brut,25,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Handley 1994 Brut  (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1994-brut-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Handley
,Sparkling,US,A lovely wine with bright refreshing flavors centered on ripe strawberries. A squeeze of lemon zest leads into a lingering finish.,Brut Vrais Amis,29,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1994 Brut Vrais Amis  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1994-brut-vrais-amis-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Iron Horse
,Sparkling,US,"Bright salmon-pink color. Leafy, strawberryish aromas with a hint of chocolate mark the nose. Full and round on the palate, with strong flavors and a fine bead. Probably best to pair with richly flavored foods, or even red meats.",Brut Rose,28,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1994 Brut Rose  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1994-brut-rose-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Iron Horse
,Sparkling,US,There's an intriguing vanilla-cream center to this excellent bubbly that had me reach for a second and third glass. There is also a fresh-baked apple-pie richness that runs right through from the opening sip to the long finish. Excellent wine from a lesser-known producer.,Late Disgorged,35,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 1989 Late Disgorged  (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-1989-late-disgorged-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Champagne Blend,1989,Jepson
,Sparkling,US,"Yeasty and breadlike, with a fine bead. Creamy and elegant, with citrus and pear flavors. Lots of finesse and complexity here; comes close to impersonating Champagne. Best Buy.",Brut,20,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1994 Brut  (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1994-brut-sparkling-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Champagne Blend,1994,Domaine Carneros
,Red,Australia,"The Coonawarra fruit shows immediately. Zesty nose, with dark berry fruit, earth and smoky bacon-fat notes. Dark fruit with cocoa nuances on the palate. Nice feel on the palate; the fruit and acid are in very good balance. Dry, spicy and elegant finish. Lively and satisfying.",Regional Selection,18,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Barwang 1997 Regional Selection Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-regional-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1997,Barwang
,Red,Australia,"The Coonawarra fruit shows immediately. Zesty nose, with dark berry fruit, earth and smoky bacon-fat notes. Dark fruit with cocoa nuances on the palate. Nice feel on the palate; the fruit and acid are in very good balance. Dry, spicy and elegant finish. Lively and satisfying.",Regional Selection,18,90,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Barwang 1997 Regional Selection Shiraz (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-regional-selection-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south-eastern/,Shiraz,1997,Barwang
,Red,Australia,"Displays not just good flavors but considerable complexity for a Cabernet in this price range. Aromas of very ripe berries, with attractive herb, smoke and earth nuances. Flavors of cassis, dark chocolate and toast. Very good mouthfeel and a long, clean finish. Unexpected elegance.",Regional Selection,18,90,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Barwang 1997 Regional Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1997-regional-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-coonawarra/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Barwang
,Sparkling,France,"A fine dusty, leesy nose with hints of caramel. Lemony on the tongue, with overt flavors of citrus rind, marzipan and Bartlett pears. Full and toasty, with just the mildest bitter-almond quality to the finish. Spot-on; it sits beautifully in the glass.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,55,91,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1993 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1993-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Louis Roederer
,Red,Australia,"Fine, smoky nose. Pungent but elegant deep berry and earth flavors, and a velvety, beautifully textured mouthfeel. Finishes sweet and fairly plummy. A very suave, even svelte Shiraz.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,91,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Barwang 1996 Winemaker's Reserve Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1996-winemakers-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1996,Barwang
12.5,Sparkling,US,"Pear, lime and earth flavors are accented by a fine bead, which gives this classy sparkler an almost creamy mouthfeel. Finishes long, with a hint of citrus-pith bitterness.",Brut LD,50,91,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1991 Brut LD  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1991-brut-ld-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1991,Iron Horse
,Red,Australia,"Fine, smoky nose. Pungent but elegant deep berry and earth flavors, and a velvety, beautifully textured mouthfeel. Finishes sweet and fairly plummy. A very suave, even svelte Shiraz.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,91,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Barwang 1996 Winemaker's Reserve Shiraz (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1996-winemakers-reserve-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-new-south-wales/,Shiraz,1996,Barwang
,Sparkling,France,"Red grapefruit and kiwi in the nose. Light and easy-drinking, but very complex, with subtleties dancing playfully beneath the exterior. Crisp and focused. Deliciously flavored with melon and grapefruit, and a touch austere. Clever and not at all sweet; reserved.",Réserve Brut Rosé,75,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1993 Réserve Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1993-reserve-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Sparkling,France,"Very light pink in color. Yeasty and full of tangerines in the nose. Tangerine flavors follow, which evolve into ripe pear flavors later on. Packed with clean citrus flavor and freshness. Like a lollipop for adults. Bright, driving and fairly complex. 70% Pinot Noir.",Brut Rosé,55,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Louis Roederer 1993 Brut Rosé  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-roederer-1993-brut-rose-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Louis Roederer
,Sparkling,France,"Tight and straightforward, but quite complex. Licorice and lime grace the linear palate. A lot of intense but soft fruit in the mouth. An immensely clear, forward and stately Champagne. One of those “big name” status bubblies that does what it takes to deserve its praise.",La Grande Dame Brut,135,92,Champagne,Champagne,,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1990 La Grande Dame Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/veuve-clicquot-ponsardin-1990-grande-dame-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin
,Red,Australia,"The fruit here comes exclusively from the winery's namesake vineyard in the Hilltops district. Cassis-like aromatics with a slight herbal cool streak. Excellent depth of Cabernet fruit, lots of dark blackberry flavor, with touches of cedar and cigar box. Rich mouthfeel and a long, round, palate-caressing finish. Beautifully made and very satisfying.",Winemaker's Reserve,25,93,New South Wales,New South Wales,,Barwang 1996 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (New South Wales),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barwang-1996-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-new-south-wales/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Barwang
,Sparkling,France,"An exceptional Champagne, with an elegant opening leading to a creamy, mouthfilling center. Unlike many Champagnes, fruit plays a leading role, with a delicious blend of mango, a hint of pineapple, and touch of ripe strawberry.",Cuvée William Deutz Brut,89,96,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1990 Cuvée William Deutz Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1990-cuvee-william-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1990,Deutz
,Red,US,"A simple kind of wine, with rounded appealing fruit centered on blackberry and light raspberry. Medium weight and finish.",,8,80,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Woodbridge
,Sparkling,US,"Very pale color, almost clear. Has grapefruity aromas, and the fizz goes up your nose. Tastes citrusy. Pretty acidic, and finishes semisweet.",Extra Dry,4,80,California,California Other,California,Andre NV Extra Dry  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Andre
,Dessert,US,"Some lactic/cheesy aromas mar the nose of this blend of botrytized Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The ripe-cheese notes persist on the palate and into the finish. Odd on its own, it might show better paired with roquefort, à la Sauternes.",Dulce D'Oro,18,80,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Topolos 1997 Dulce D'Oro White (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topolos-1997-dulce-doro-white-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,White Blend,1997,Topolos
,Sparkling,US,Overwhelming flower-shop aromas and flavors with a decidedly lilac edge. Nice if you're into flowers in a big way.,Bubbly,10,80,California,California Other,California,Barefoot Cellars NV Bubbly  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barefoot-cellars-nv-bubbly-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Barefoot Cellars
,Red,US,"A weedy Merlot that has odd aromas of peppermint and sage on top of black cherry. Tastes sharp and angular. There's some fruit here, but the acidic bite is harsh, and there's a medicinal note in the dry, raspy finish.",,8,81,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 1998 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-1998-merlot-other/,Merlot,1998,Canyon Road
14.4,Red,US,A rather muted nose with some toasty oak sticking out is followed by dried herbal flavors rounded a bit by ripe plums and dried cherries.,Godwin Family Reserve,,81,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mark West 1996 Godwin Family Reserve Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-1996-godwin-family-reserve-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1996,Mark West
,White,France,Shows a hint of botrytis in its apricot- and lime-scented bouquet. But it's tart and a bit lacking in midpalate depth.,Schoenenbourg,30,81,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 1995 Schoenenbourg Riesling (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-1995-schoenenbourg-riesling-alsace/,Riesling,1995,Dopff & Irion
,Dessert,US,"Yes, there are orange aromas befitting the grape from which it's made, but there's also a bitter chemical note reminiscent of orange peel on the nose. Full and quite alcoholic (15%), it finishes slightly hot. Needs more orange and less pith/peel elements.",Essencia,18,81,California,California Other,California,Quady 1998 Essencia Orange Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quady-1998-essencia-muscat-orange-other/,Orange Muscat,1998,Quady
,Dessert,US,"Light orange/citrus aromas carry through onto the palate, where the wine is rich and viscous. Turns slightly bitter on the rather short finish.",Muscat L'Orange,9,81,California,California Other,California,Topolos 1997 Muscat L'Orange Orange Muscat (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topolos-1997-muscat-lorange-muscat-orange-other/,Orange Muscat,1997,Topolos
16.7,Dessert,US,"Golden color. The petrol-like aroma also features vanilla oak and a hint of butterscotch. Not terribly sweet, a bit of a ""tweener""--not sweet enough to really be a dessert wine but too sweet to accompany dinner.",Vendanges Tardives,25,81,California,Sierra Foothills,North Yuba,Renaissance 1995 Vendanges Tardives Chardonnay (North Yuba),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renaissance-1995-vendanges-tardives-chardonnay-sierra-foothills-north-yuba/,Chardonnay,1995,Renaissance
13.1,White,US,The color is rich and golden from fermentation in neutral oak. On the nose there is deep spice and a hint of toast. The finish is somewhat short.,Freedom Hill Vineyard,14,81,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,St. Innocent 1998 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-innocent-1998-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,St. Innocent
12,Sparkling,US,"Nose is very grapey, almost foxy. Mouthfeel is full, with grapey, fairly sweet flavors. Likeable, if somewhat simple.",Extra Dry,11,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Extra Dry  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
,Sparkling,US,"Pretty green-apple and pear aromas. Drinks clean, with a nice fizziness and refreshing acidity. There are strong grapey flavors, almost Muscaty, that are unusual in a bubbly, but not unpleasant. Pretty good quality for the money.",Brut,7,82,California,California Other,California,Cook's NV Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-nv-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Cook's
,Sparkling,US,"Pretty pink-copper color. Smells fruity and fresh, like crushed raspberries. Flavors are fruity and clean, with a slight fizz and noticeable sweetness. But the acidity is fine and there's a nice balance. A fine thirst-quencher on a hot day.",Blush,7,82,California,California Other,California,Cook's NV Blush  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cooks-nv-blush-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Cook's
,Sparkling,US,"Think of good nonvintage bubbly: dry, doughy, elegant and refreshing, and with just a hint of citrus fruit. This is it, but loses a few points because of a certain roughness and rustic quality.",Reserve Cuvée Brut,7,82,California,California Other,California,Tott's 2000 Reserve Cuvée Brut  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totts-2000-reserve-cuvee-brut-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,2000,Tott's
,Sparkling,US,"Very pale straw color. Has bright lemon-grapefruit and vanilla aromas. Tastes dry, fruity and tart. The flavors are kind of strong for sparkling wine, and it's a little rough, but it is among the more acceptable inexpensive bubblies around.",Extra Dry,7,82,California,California Other,California,Tott's NV Extra Dry  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/totts-nv-extra-dry-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Tott's
12.9,Sparkling,France,"Nutty aromas, and a slight mustiness mark the nose. Almond, spice and earth flavors on the palate, medium mouthfeel and finish, but overall it seems a bit tired.",R de Ruinart Brut,72,82,Champagne,Champagne,,Ruinart 1993 R de Ruinart Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ruinart-1993-r-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Ruinart
12,Sparkling,US,"Nose is very grapey, almost foxy. Mouthfeel is full, with grapey, fairly sweet flavors. Likeable, if somewhat simple.",Cuvée Brut,11,82,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Domaine Ste. Michelle NV Cuvée Brut  (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-ste-michelle-nv-cuvee-brut-sparkling-columbia-valley-wa/,Champagne Blend,,Domaine Ste. Michelle
,Sparkling,US,"Very ripe, toasty aromas of various stone fruits, with lots of berry nectar—smells sweet, and it is. Fruity and luscious, with a long raspberry finish, yet has the acid backbone to stand up to the sugar.",Gran Spumante,7,82,California,California Other,California,Ballatore NV Gran Spumante  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballatore-nv-gran-spumante-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Ballatore
12.5,White,Australia,"The vanilla and pineapple aromas are attractive; on the palate the flavors turn sweet. A rich, syrupy texture adds to this impression. Most Oz wineries are on to the '98 or '99 vintages; this may be a bit long in the tooth.",,10,83,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Seaview 1997 Chardonnay (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaview-1997-chardonnay-mclaren-vale/,Chardonnay,1997,Seaview
,White,Australia,A lively and gulpable wine with a medium body. The finish is a bit dried out and short.,,11,83,South Australia,South Australia,,Black Opal 1998 Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-1998-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,1998,Black Opal
,Sparkling,US,"The peaches-and-cream aroma smells good enough to eat. Drinks very clean and zesty. Definitely off-dry, but handles its sugar well. Lots to like in this inexpensive, modest bubbly.",Spumante,4,83,California,California Other,California,Andre NV Spumante  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andre-nv-spumante-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Andre
,Red,France,"Very ripe strawberry and light cherry fruit. Lacks a bit of depth, but cleanly made. Medium-bodied and simple. Best for pizza and large parties.",Flower Label,10,83,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 1998 Flower Label Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1998-flower-label-cabernet-sauvignon-vin-pays-doc/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Georges Duboeuf
14.2,Red,US,"A bit stewed and tomatoey, with acrid overripe strawberry notes. Blended with 11% Cabernet Sauvignon and 9% Malbec.",,20,83,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1996 Merlot (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1996-merlot-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Merlot,1996,Mazzocco
12.5,White,US,"A medium-weight Chardonnay with bright lemony fruit and a moderate finish, with a figgy, melony element at the end.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Fountain Grove 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fountain-grove-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Fountain Grove
,Red,US,"Has aromas of earth, berries and raisins, suggesting overripeness. Drinks earthy and tart, with aggressive acidity and a green, stalky streak. A little tough on the finish.",,18,83,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Wild Horse 1997 Merlot (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1997-merlot-central-coast-paso-robles/,Merlot,1997,Wild Horse
,Red,France,"Simple, light and leafy. Not a lot of oomph here. Some light, dry raspberry fruit and plenty of wood on the palate and finish. You gotta love your oak to really enjoy this one. It's kind of closed, and I wouldn't bet much on its future.",,20,83,Bordeaux,Canon-Fronsac,,Château Mazeris 1996  Canon-Fronsac,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-mazeris-1996-red-canon-fronsac/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Château Mazeris
,Sparkling,France,"Odd aromatics, somewhere between anise and bubblegum, are followed by more positive grapefruit, chalky, earthy flavors. Medium mouthfeel and finish, but doesn't fully recover from the off quality of the nose.",Blanc de Blancs Brut,63,84,Champagne,Champagne,,Delamotte 1992 Blanc de Blancs Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delamotte-1992-blanc-blancs-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1992,Delamotte
,Red,US,"This is a new proprietary wine from the Wetzel Family Estate, owners of Alexander Valley Vineyards. It's a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 2% Cabernet Franc. The wine is of medium weight and intensity, well balanced with brambly blackberry and raspberry fruit. The finish is on the short side.",,35,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Cyrus 1995 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cyrus-1995-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Cyrus
,Sparkling,US,"Bready, yeasty aromas open to a palate of toast and apple flavors. Soft mouthfeel. A bit sweet and simple, but appealing.",Brut Kosher Champagne,18,84,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Kosher Champagne  (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-kosher-champagne-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,,Korbel
,Red,US,"Has black currant, oak and green-olive aromas and flavors, and drinks dry and earthy. The fruit is rich and very sunny-sweet. Nice silky tannins. Loses points due to roughness and a lack of delicacy.",,13,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Indian Springs
,Dessert,US,"Clove and cinnamon predominate on the nose, giving a poached pear-baked apple impression. A bit alcoholic (16.3%) in the mouth. Unique and interesting; worth a try for curiosity's sake. Consists of 69% Montonico and 31% Orange Muscat, fortified and infused with orange peel, lemon peel, cinnamon and clove.",Club Montonico,12,84,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo NV Club Montonico White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-nv-club-montonico-white-other/,White Blend,,Ca' del Solo
12.5,Red,US,"A bright and cheerful wine with pleasing if rather simple fruit dominated by red cherry and raspberry. The finish is medium, with a touch of black pepper.",,10,84,California,California Other,California,Fountain Grove 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fountain-grove-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Fountain Grove
12.5,White,US,There's a lot to like in this fruit-driven lightly oaked wine--like crisp just-ripe green apple with a hint of lime and a tangy refreshing finish.,,10,84,California,South Coast,Temecula,Callaway 1998 Chardonnay (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-chardonnay-south-coast-temecula/,Chardonnay,1998,Callaway
13.5,Red,US,"There's attractive if rather one-dimensional fruit in the opening. The center has good texture with soft tannins, and some of the opening fruit loops back at the finish.",Baroness Reserve,40,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Smith & Hook 1996 Baroness Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-hook-1996-baroness-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Smith & Hook
12.5,Red,US,A lively Cabernet with classic California fruit and a lacing of chocolate and coffee on the finish. A drink-me-quick-and-have-another-glass kind of wine.,,10,84,California,California Other,California,Fountain Grove 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fountain-grove-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Fountain Grove
13.6,Red,Australia,"A serviceable wine with an earthy, warm center anchored by plenty of ripe fruit. The finish comes on rather fast, with some pleasing chocolate/pepper/spice tones.",,16,84,South Australia,Barossa Valley,,Black Opal 1996 Shiraz (Barossa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/black-opal-1996-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-barossa-valley/,Shiraz,1996,Black Opal
,Sparkling,US,"Biscuity, almost graham cracker aromas on the nose. Apple, toast and lemon-lime flavors on the palate. Has a round, relaxed mouthfeel and ends with good length and just a hint of sweetness.",,27,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Pacific Echo 1996  Anderson Valley,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pacific-echo-1996-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Champagne Blend,1996,Pacific Echo
,White,France,"Smells lemony and medicinal, with mineral and herb notes. Dry, simple and rustic. Not going anywhere; drink up.",,12,85,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Faiveley 1995  Bourgogne,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1995-other-white-aligote-bourgogne/,Aligoté,1995,Faiveley
,White,US,"Pineapple and vanilla oak on the nose. Subdued fruit flavors, a little flat in mouthfeel. Nice orangey nutty notes on the finish; not badly made, but overall a little clumsy with the oak, making the fruit seem casual.",,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1998 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1998-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Charles Krug
,Sparkling,US,"Well composed with a strong apple quality starting with the fairly muted nose and continuing across the palate and into the finish with a baked apple/cinnamon quality. Slightly creamy, with a soft mouthfeel. Widely available.",Brut Champagne,18,85,California,California Other,California,Korbel NV Brut Champagne Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/korbel-nv-brut-champagne-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,,Korbel
12.5,White,Australia,Throw another shrimp on the grill and pop the cork on this delightful little everyday kind of wine. There's bright and cheerful crisp apple and ripe melon fruit that just won't quit.,Koonunga Hill,8,85,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1998 Koonunga Hill White (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-koonunga-hill-white-south/,White Blend,1998,Penfolds
,Sparkling,France,"A touch of age on the nose; some will like the dusty, musty quality, others won't. Herbal flavors and a flinty note. Good mouthfeel. Finishes medium full and a bit tangy. Good but not that lively.",La Française Brut,45,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Taittinger NV La Française Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taittinger-nv-francaise-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Taittinger
,Sparkling,France,"Herbal notes, yeast and vanilla mark the nose. On the palate the flavors are more citrus and apple, with even a complex Chablis-like slatey component. Medium mouthfeel and good balance, but finishes a little short and bitter, and faded very quickly in the glass.",Brut,54,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Deutz 1993 Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deutz-1993-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Deutz
12.5,White,US,"The nose is intense with floral aromas and warm citrus notes. The mouthfeel is layered, with a sprinkling of spice and a light layering of mint opening to a bright, lingering finish.",,14,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Yamhill Valley 1998 Pinot Blanc (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-1998-pinot-blanc-other/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Yamhill Valley
,Sparkling,US,"The nose is rich with scents of pear and caramel. Toasty, earthy flavors, with citrus notes on the palate. Slightly creamy mouthfeel and a dry finish with good length. A solid Sonoma sparkler.",Brut Classic Vintage,25,85,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1994 Brut Classic Vintage  (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1994-brut-classic-vintage-sparkling-sonoma-green-valley/,Champagne Blend,1994,Iron Horse
12.5,White,US,"Pronounced aromas of ripe white peaches and mandarin oranges lead to a fruity wine; clean and zesty. A little simple, with a dash of sweetness. Low oak. A friendly everyday cocktail-style wine.",,13,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1998 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,Erath
12.5,Red,US,"Full of juicy, brambly Cabernet fruit and some green or stemmy notes, which lead into a lightly tannic finish with spicy chocolate edging. Best Buy.",,10,85,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Callaway
13,White,US,"A true charmer, with welcoming aromas of fig, kiwi, lemon and apple coming together with a minerally base. The finish is rich and layered with fruit. To be released in spring 2000.",,14,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1998 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1998-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Rex Hill
13.5,White,US,"Lively bright fruit in the pear and apple range mark this lush, forward wine. In the center there is a mix of tropical fruit and spice, with a lean and vivid finish that's rounded by oak.",Baroness Reserve Masterpiece E,25,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Smith & Hook 1997 Baroness Reserve Masterpiece E Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/smith-hook-1997-baroness-reserve-masterpiece-e-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Smith & Hook
11,Dessert,US,"Burnt sugar and dried apricots on the nose. Sweet, but not particularly honeyed, the flavors turn orangey on the finish. Clean and well made; finishes a little short.",Violetta,40,85,California,California Other,California,Grgich Hills 1995 Violetta Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1995-violetta-riesling-other/,Riesling,1995,Grgich Hills
12,Sparkling,France,"Fairly lean and minerally on the nose, with herbal, grassy notes. Citrus flavors in the grapefruit and lime range on the palate. Good mouthfeel and finish. Nothing terribly wrong, but doesn't seem to sing.",Monopole Brut,30,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole NV Monopole Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heidsieck-co-monopole-nv-monopole-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Heidsieck & Co Monopole
,Red,France,"The spicy, violet-tinged aromas of French country Merlot are all over this easy-quaffing red that has just enough nuance to bring it to this level. Not deep, rich or complex, but fruity with pleasant floral qualities and full flavors.",Domaine de Bordeneuve,8,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 1998 Domaine de Bordeneuve Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1998-domaine-bordeneuve-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1998,Georges Duboeuf
,Sparkling,France,"An earthy, quite mature style with a yeasty, toasty nose, and round, appley flavors. Decent mouthfeel and a moderately long finish. This wine brought out divergent views: Some tasters felt it was already seeming old and weak, others found it positive and complex.",Reserve Brut,57,85,Champagne,Champagne,,Charles Heidsieck 1993 Reserve Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-heidsieck-1993-reserve-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1993,Charles Heidsieck
,Red,US,"This wine opens with ripe cherry fruit on the nose, leading to a fairly concentrated center with brambly black-plum fruit and hints of chocolate and allspice.",,24,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county-5510/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Simi
13.9,Red,US,"Unsual nose with caramel, chocolate and cola components. Raspberry, earth and cola flavors and a fairly juicy mouthfeel mark the palate. Finishes with dusty tannins and peppery notes.",Estate Bottled,16,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rodney Strong 1997 Estate Bottled Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-estate-bottled-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Rodney Strong
13.5,White,US,"The nose is lovely, with a smoky edge. On the palate there are touches of melon and lime, with just a drop of fresh peach. The finish is creamy and elegant as it lingers on the palate.",,15,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tualatin Estate 1998 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tualatin-estate-1998-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1998,Tualatin Estate
13.1,White,Australia,"A medium-bodied Chardonnay with ripe tropical-fruit flavors and a delicious, lingering finish.",Adelaide Hills,27,86,South Australia,Adelaide Hills,,Penfolds 1997 Adelaide Hills Chardonnay (Adelaide Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1997-adelaide-hills-chardonnay-adelaide-hills/,Chardonnay,1997,Penfolds
,Red,France,"Has earthy, berry aromas, and tastes dry and earthy. Some may like it for its herbal-mineral austerity.",,36,86,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Faiveley 1996  Gevrey-Chambertin,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1996-red-gevrey-chambertin/,Red Blend,1996,Faiveley
14.1,Red,US,"Forget about run-of-the-mill with this idiosyncratic second-vintage Napa Cab. Enjoyable, but also big and clumsy, with beet root as well as herbal and bramble notes in the pungent nose. A real oak express here, with heavy dill notes. Spicy black fruit and an astringency on the palate. Too much wood for my taste, but others might get into it.",Lupine Hill Vineyard,36,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frazier 1996 Lupine Hill Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frazier-1996-lupine-hill-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Frazier
,White,US,"Fruit from Arroyo Seco in Monterey and Clarksburg in the Sacramento Delta was 60% barrel fermented and aged sur lie, giving this inexpensive wine a surprising complexity and range of flavors. The finish is fairly long with spicy oak balancing tropical fruit. Best Buy.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Bogle 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Bogle
13,White,Australia,A lively and delicious wine with bright mango and apple fruit in a have-another-glass-mate style. Just a fun wine to hang with.,Koonunga Hill,10,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1998 Koonunga Hill Chardonnay (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1998-koonunga-hill-chardonnay-south/,Chardonnay,1998,Penfolds
,Sparkling,US,"Opens with toast and hay scents, with earthy, very developed notes. Mushroom-like mature flavors, medium to full mouthfeel and an earthy finish. Has aged very nicely.",Brut Extended Tirage,30,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Argyle 1988 Brut Extended Tirage  (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1988-brut-extended-tirage-sparkling-other/,Champagne Blend,1988,Argyle
,Red,US,"Very oaky—in fact, wood dominates. Dark color; extracted, rich and full-bodied. Another Merlot or Cabernet wannabe. A dense, big red wine, but a little generic.",,26,86,California,California Other,California,Altamura 1996 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altamura-1996-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1996,Altamura
,Red,US,"Here's a ripe, juicy Merlot, loaded with ripe berry fruit and supple, long tannins. The finish is a little quick but pleasing.",Estate Bottled,18,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alexander Valley Vineyards 1997 Estate Bottled Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alexander-valley-1997-estate-bottled-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Alexander Valley Vineyards
14.3,Red,US,"Marked by ripe cherry and dark plum fruit, the wine is balanced with a fairly long finish. There is 20% Cabernet Franc blended in, which gives it a spicy twist lacking in many Merlots.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Hahn 1997 Merlot (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hahn-1997-merlot-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Merlot,1997,Hahn
,White,US,"An easy-drinking Chard from Sutter Home, the folks who helped invent the fighting varietal. Pretty citrus and green-apple aromas. Delicate citrus and peach flavors, with a dollop of oak. A tad sweet in the finish, but it's crisp and lively.",Coastal Selection,12,86,California,California Other,California,M. Trinchero 1998 Coastal Selection Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1998-coastal-selection-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,M. Trinchero
,White,US,"There is toasty oak on the opening but it is well integrated with ripe apple and tropical-fruit flavors, sprinkled with an intriguing squeeze of lime and a grassy slightly underripe melon edge. The finish is long, with a lemony allspice character and good complexity of flavor.",Dutton Ranch Shop Block,30,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1997 Dutton Ranch Shop Block Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1997-dutton-ranch-shop-block-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Fritz
13,White,US,"Released somewhat later than the typical Pinot Blanc, the wine was partially fermented in older French and Oregon oak barrels, which has given it a spicy/smoky center and a creamy texture on the finish.",,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Tyee 1996 Pinot Blanc (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tyee-1996-pinot-blanc-willamette-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1996,Tyee
13.5,Red,US,"Nose is appealing and complex, with smoke, coffee, game and herb elements. Flavors of dried fruits, hints of chocolate, and fairly evident oak. Moderate finish with toasty oak notes and medium tannins.",Limited Bottling,18,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 Limited Bottling Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-limited-bottling-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Mirassou
13.5,Red,US,"Nose is appealing and complex, with smoke, coffee, game and herb elements. Flavors of dried fruits, hints of chocolate, and fairly evident oak. Moderate finish with toasty oak notes and medium tannins.",Harvest Reserve,16,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 Harvest Reserve Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-harvest-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Mirassou
14,Red,Australia,"First thing you notice is the lovely deep purple color; the nose is ripe and perfumed, followed by classic brambly Cabernet fruit. The finish is midrange, just a bit short of breadth.",Bin 407,25,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1996 Bin 407 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1996-bin-407-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Penfolds
13.6,Red,US,"A ripe wine with upfront black-plum and brambly fruit on the opening. The center is fairly complex with layers of blueberry and red-cherry fruit, leading to a vivid and uplifted finish.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"Has decent black cherry and plum aromas, and some richness on the palate. Dry and spicy, with fairly ripe fruit and a clean, mildly tannic finish. It's not complex or oaky, but it's a fashionable wine, and reasonably inexpensive.",Coastal,13,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Robert Mondavi 1998 Coastal Merlot (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1998-coastal-merlot-central-coast/,Merlot,1998,Robert Mondavi
12.5,Sparkling,France,"Rather creamy nose with complex honey and earth accents. Forward flavors of apple, herbs and hay. Good mouthfeel and a clean finish. Very nicely put together.",Brut Tradition,30,86,Champagne,Champagne,,Jacquart NV Brut Tradition  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacquart-nv-brut-tradition-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,,Jacquart
,White,France,"Smells oaky and citrusy. Rich, ripe, round and supple, with earthy, herbal notes. Very dry and somewhat tart, with some minerally complexity. Showing its age, but still fresh, vibrant and somewhat austere.",Blanc Clos Rochette,24,86,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Faiveley 1995 Blanc Clos Rochette  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1995-blanc-clos-rochette-white-mercurey/,White Blend,1995,Faiveley
,Sparkling,US,"A classy Gallo offering that comes close to the quality of pricier North Coast bubblies in its dry elegance and crisp finish. At 99% Chardonnay, it's rough around the edges but has plenty of charm. Best Buy.",,12,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Indigo Hills NV  North Coast,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indigo-hills-nv-sparkling-north-coast/,Champagne Blend,,Indigo Hills
,Red,US,"Ripe Cabernet aromas of black currants, plums, raisins, vanilla and oak. Tastes ultraripe and soft, with plummy, berry flavors and soft tannins. A nicely made wine, but might benefit from bigger tannins or higher acidity or both.",,22,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Everett Ridge 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/everett-ridge-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Everett Ridge
14,Red,Australia,There's cuddly cherry and bramble fruit steeped in chocolate in this charmer. The finish turns jammy but is a bit short.,Bin 28 Kalimna,25,86,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1996 Bin 28 Kalimna Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1996-bin-28-kalimna-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1996,Penfolds
,Red,US,"A delicious Cabernet with lovely opening aromas of blueberry and earth. On the mouth the fruit is black currant and blackberry, with a layering of rich herbs. A little soft; it could use more depth and richness.",Alexander's Crown Vyd,25,86,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1996 Alexander's Crown Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1996-alexanders-crown-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-northern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Rodney Strong
7,Dessert,US,"Light and low-alcohol (7%), with some CO2 present to liven up the canned pear and pineapple flavors. A little dilute on the finish, but a good quaff.",Moscato Allegro,12,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin Brothers 1998 Moscato Allegro Muscat Canelli (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-brothers-1998-moscato-allegro-muscat-canelli-central-coast-paso-robles/,Muscat Canelli,1998,Martin Brothers
12.5,Dessert,US,"Sweet passionfruit and vaguely floral aromas give way to a medium-bodied, not overly sweet palate. A solid choice on its own or with light fruit desserts.",Botrytis,,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Voss 1997 Botrytis Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/voss-1997-botrytis-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Voss
,Red,US,"A pleasing wine with upfront somewhat jammy fruit centered on blackberry and plum, with a layering of black cherries. Well balanced and supple in the center, it falls just a bit short on the finish.",,32,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Truchard
,Red,France,"Don't let the impenetrable nose fool you; below the surface is a core of plummy black fruit, peppery spice and some decent tannins. Plenty of body for a $7 wine, and we can see it going over like gold at restaurants. Best Buy.",Flower Label,7,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Georges Duboeuf 1998 Flower Label Merlot (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1998-flower-label-merlot-vin-pays-doc/,Merlot,1998,Georges Duboeuf
,Red,France,"Sound but a little thin in the middle, with drying tannins. A touch too much sweet oak for the light fruit. The red-fruit core holds together fairly well, and the finish is strong and solid. Time probably isn't on its side. Drink now with food for a pleasant experience.",,15,86,Bordeaux,Médoc,,Château Loudenne 1995  Médoc,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-loudenne-1995-red-medoc/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Château Loudenne
,Red,France,"Fairly nice complexity of fruit. A mouthful of herbal berry flavors topped off with a heavy whack of wood. There's a lot of taste, and it goes easy on the body and tannins. Light in the glass, it makes for a wonderful everyday red. Best Buy.",,8,86,Bordeaux,Côtes de Castillon,,Château de Pitray 1997  Côtes de Castillon,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-pitray-1997-red-cotes-castillon/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Château de Pitray
13.5,White,US,"A nice, everyday Chard, with pronounced lemon-peach aromas and flavors, and plenty of toasty oak notes. This is a workhorse wine: oaky and sweet enough to please the white-wine crowd.",,14,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Clos du Bois
12.5,Red,US,"There are Merlots selling for twice this price that don't have the varietal character and rounded fruit of this wine. The finish is lingering, with good structure from start to finish.",,13,86,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Callaway
,Red,US,"A thin, delicate wine marked by cranberry-juice aromas and flavors. Drinks tart and earthy, very Italian in style. Not much ripe fruit, but it's a nice food wine at a great price. Best Buy.",,10,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Parducci 1997 Sangiovese (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-1997-sangiovese-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Parducci
,White,US,"An open, friendly sort of wine with juicy ripe apple fruit rounded by apple pie spices. Balance is good with crisp acidity and a refreshing finish.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1998 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-du-bois-1998-chardonnay-sonoma-county-5485/,Chardonnay,1998,Clos du Bois
13.2,Red,US,"An earthy, dark-hued Cabernet with a rich forest-floor/mushroom flavor, edged by fairly deep black cherry and plum fruit. The finish is medium and rather short at this point.",,25,87,California,Sonoma,Knights Valley,Beringer 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Knights Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-knights-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Beringer
,White,US,"This medium-weight, straightforward Chardonnay offers bright, concentrated fruit with attractive spice and integrated oak.",Siskiyou Terrace,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Foris 1996 Siskiyou Terrace Chardonnay (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foris-1996-siskiyou-terrace-chardonnay-southern-rogue-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Foris
,Red,US,"Very jammy and fruit-forward, with intense notes of cherry and blackberry. Very fruity, soft and extracted, with a long, spicy finish. Big; you could blind-taste it and think it's Syrah or Zinfandel.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Seghesio 1998 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seghesio-1998-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1998,Seghesio
,Red,France,"Has wild berry and animal scents; meaty, earthy and truffly. Tastes very dry and earthy, with a solid core of berries. Still rather tough and tight. Needs time.",Clos des Myglands,24,87,Burgundy,Mercurey,,Faiveley 1995 Clos des Myglands  (Mercurey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/faiveley-1995-clos-myglands-red-mercurey/,Red Blend,1995,Faiveley
,Red,France,"Tight, restrained, undeveloped nose, with black fruits emerging after 30 minutes of breathing. Big, muscular, concentrated and tannic, with black cherries in the mouth. Huge structure, with fruit mostly hidden. Much promise. Hold ten years, perhaps 15, for memories of the millennium.",Millennium Cuvée,29,93,Burgundy,Gevrey-Chambertin,,Albert Bichot 1996 Millennium Cuvée  (Gevrey-Chambertin),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-1996-millennium-cuvee-pinot-noir-gevrey-chambertin/,Pinot Noir,1996,Albert Bichot
,Red,Spain,"Traditional Rioja, the delicate cherry and orange-peel scents mingle with those brought on by long aging in American oak-vanilla, cinnamon, cream, even coconut. A lovely, mature drink.",Gran Reserva 904,48,92,Northern Spain,Rioja,,La Rioja Alta 1989 Gran Reserva 904  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-alta-1989-gran-reserva-904-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1989,La Rioja Alta
,White,US,"Rich and concentrated fruit, backed by well-integrated oak and spice. The finish is long and layered with good texture and mouthfeel.",,31,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Matanzas Creek 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Matanzas Creek
,Red,US,"From a very good vintage comes this deeply fruity, 100% Cab, with soft tannins. Won't appeal to the big-oak school that seems to dominate these days. But if you're looking for succulent berry and spice flavors that come from the earth, not a barrel, look no further.",,23,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Iron Horse
,Red,France,"Colombo is an uncompromising winemaker and this is far and away the best Côtes-du-Rhône I have had this year. An amazing deep, dark crimson color, with aromas of black fruit, anise and lavender. Full-bodied in the mouth and finishes well. At $9 it's a steal.",Les Abeilles,9,90,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1997 Les Abeilles Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1997-abeilles-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Jean-Luc Colombo
13.4,White,US,"A nice wine, with pretty aromas of citrus, vanilla, and smoke. Quite rich and spicy, with layers of citrus, fig, spice, and peach flavors. Dry and flavorful. Fun to drink.",,16,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,J Vineyards & Winery 1998 Pinot Gris (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-winery-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,J Vineyards & Winery
,Red,US,"Very dark ruby in color with some dark berry, earth, cinnamon and herbal (basil) notes on the nose. Nice texture and feel without being heavy. Has some tomato and pepper  notes also seen in other Paso Robles Cabernets. Nice fruit-to-acid balance and a lengthy finish. A well-crafted and very friendly wine. Contains 18% Petite Sirah.",Hyperion Vineyard,16,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1996 Hyperion Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1996-hyperion-vineyard-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-paso-robles/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,EOS
,Red,US,A silky smooth and elegant wine with focused black-cherry and lean blackberry fruit. The finish is medium with bright echoes of the opening fruit and just enough spice to keep it interesting.,,24,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Navarro 1994 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1994-cabernet-sauvignon-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Navarro
,Red,US,"Opaque in color, with a full nose of violets and deep blackberry fruit with leathery notes. Very forward in the mouth, with black-cherry, chocolate, cinnamon, clove, and licorice flavors. Nice balance of fruit, acid and tannins, and not heavy or overly extracted. Full but not sharp tannins. Delicious now and will keep. Future vintages will be bottled as Ironstone Reserve.",Crown Jewel,30,89,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1994 Crown Jewel Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1994-crown-jewel-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1994,Ironstone
,Red,US,"A small Napa producer without cult status-lucky for us, or the price would be double. It has soft plum aromas, with round, juicy, plummy flavors. Well-balanced and deliciously appealing for drinking through 2004.",Reserve,13,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Michael Pozzan 1997 Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michael-pozzan-1997-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Michael Pozzan
,White,Chile,"The vivid bright fruit that jumps at you is quite surprising. This is one of the more fruit-forward Chilean Chards around. From a close-to-the-coast vineyard in this red-wine-friendly valley, this wine succeeds where Maipo and other central valley whites do not. No flat body or asparagus on the nose; it's all tropical fruit and melons, with perfect acidity. Best Buy.",,10,88,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1999 Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1999-chardonnay-colchagua-valley/,Chardonnay,1999,Luis Felipe Edwards
,Red,US,"Mountain-grown grapes bring elements of mineral and earth into play, neatly laced into the precise, black-cherry fruit. Really a lovely nose; seductive and textured. Lively and spicy on the palate, with a chalky, tannic finish.",Mayacamas Range,20,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Storybook Mountain 1997 Mayacamas Range Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/storybook-mountain-1997-mayacamas-range-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Storybook Mountain
14.1,Red,US,"Lovely aromas of red cherries with orange-peel accents. Ripe berry, cherry and cola flavors with brushy notes grace the palate. Not heavy but instead elegantly drawn and appealing. Tarius is the new name of the winery formerly known as Domaine Archer.",Pisoni Vineyard,39,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Tarius 1997 Pisoni Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1997-pisoni-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Noir,1997,Tarius
,White,US,"Here's a good value. Has rich aromas of citrus fruit, gooseberry, and even ripe peaches and smoke. The flavors are rich and fruity. A little weightier than most Sauvignon Blancs. Plenty to like.",,13,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trellis 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-1997-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Trellis
,White,Spain,Bright floral fruit on the nose. Rounded and satisfying with just a hint of sugar. The finish is long and lingering with a touch of pineapple and mango dissolved in rose petal.,Waltroud,13,88,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1998 Waltroud Riesling (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1998-waltroud-riesling-penedes/,Riesling,1998,Torres
,Red,US,"This is the first vintage of this exciting, racy wine. Focused, very spicy, with intense strawberry/raspberry fruit accented with vanilla and toast from American oak. Hints of stone and mineral open into rich, earthy accents. Concentrated through the long finish, it's not too tannic and just tart enough to balance the heat.",Buck's Ten Point,15,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Karly 1997 Buck's Ten Point Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karly-1997-bucks-ten-point-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Karly
,Red,France,"From the “King of Beaujolais,” this wine's sweet cherry and grapey fruit epitomizes the best of that region's wines. Forward and juicy, there's enough spice to add a touch of complexity, plus a dash more depth than most Beaujolais.",Pisse Vieille,11,88,Beaujolais,Brouilly,,Georges Duboeuf 1997 Pisse Vieille  (Brouilly),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/georges-duboeuf-1997-pisse-vieille-gamay-brouilly/,Gamay,1997,Georges Duboeuf
13.5,Red,US,"Aromas of flowers, raspberries and cherries. Spicy, with a complex barnyardy note. Displays a medium-weight body with a smooth, lush mouthfeel. A rich and generous wine.",Allen Vineyard,40,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1997 Allen Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-allen-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gary Farrell
,White,US,"Shares the same characteristics as Kunde's single-vineyard Chards—a rich spiciness, and flavors of ripe peaches and tropical fruits—and is virtually as good, which makes it a comparative bargain. Lean and elegant, picking up satisfying spice and herbal notes on the finish.",,15,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Kunde
,Red,US,"More wines like this would help make Cabernet Franc a more popular and familiar varietal. Engaging from the start with its herb and pepper nose and lovely berry and earth flavors. Very nice feel on the palate; balanced, with good length and some oak and evenly dispersed tannins on the back end. Best Buy.",,11,88,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1997 Cabernet Franc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1997-cabernet-franc-other/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Ironstone
12.5,Red,Portugal,"Ruby red and bright, with aromatics that are fresh and friendly. A dry, semiastringent quality carries the palate, where there's a strong but smooth smoky, oak-driven quality. Somewhat light-bodied but full-flavored, it surprises with its deftness and good raspberry fruit.",Vinha Grande,19,88,Douro,,,Casa Ferreirinha 1994 Vinha Grande Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casa-ferreirinha-1994-vinha-grande-red-douro/,Red Blend,1994,Casa Ferreirinha
,Red,US,"Year in and year out, McDowell comes out with lovely, complex wines that display spicy fruit and leather notes. Conditions in 1997 were a little better than usual and this wine displays the richness of the vintage.",,12,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 1997 Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1997,McDowell
,Red,US,"Randall Grahm's hommage to Châteauneuf-du-Pape has a lovely nose of plums, menthol, spice and leather. It's soft and mouthfilling, but has a slight bitter edge to its fruit. If the promise of the extraordinarily complex nose were matched on the palate, we'd have liked it even more.",Le Cigare Volant,25,88,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 1996 Le Cigare Volant Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-1996-le-cigare-volant-red-other/,Red Blend,1996,Bonny Doon
,White,Italy,"Aged two years in oak, this is a Verdicchio that will make you re-examine your perception of this grape. Intense nose of complex, layered apricot compote and spice. Rich and full. An '88 (no longer available) was even more complex on the nose but just beginning to dry out a bit on the palate.",Villa Bucci Riserva,22,88,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,,Bucci 1994 Villa Bucci Riserva  (Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bucci-1994-villa-riserva-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico/,Verdicchio,1994,Bucci
,White,Italy,"An intense, grassy nose is filled out with kiwi and grapefruit notes. The racy acidity and strong flavors make a powerful impression, but the finish is a touch short.",,21,88,,Collio,,Villa Russiz 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-russiz-1997-sauvignon-blanc-collio/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Villa Russiz
,Sparkling,US,"A totally dry, delicate blanc de blancs made entirely from Chardonnay, it has lemony flavors with earthy tones. One of the better American blanc de blancs, and a steal at this price. Produced in small quantities, so call the winery in Penn Yan for info on where to find it.",Blanc de Blancs,14,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run NV Blanc de Blancs  (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-finger-lakes/,Champagne Blend,,Fox Run
,White,Italy,"One of southern Italy's oldest white grapes comes bursting to life in this nutty, lemony, honey-tinged winner that's a little like Tocai Friulano at its best. It goes like your hand in a glove when served with grilled octopus over braised radicchio.",Falanghina,10,88,Southern Italy,Campania,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1998 Falanghina White (Campania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1998-falanghina-white-campania/,White Blend,1998,Feudi di San Gregorio
14.5,Red,US,A rich and gutsy red made from a rarely seen varietal—the vines are 85 years old—and what a treat it is. There are warm chocolate and red cherry tones leading to a medium finish with vivid closing fruit. Yummy wine all the way.,Stone Ranch-Old Vine,14,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mazzocco 1997 Stone Ranch-Old Vine Carignane (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1997-stone-ranch-old-vine-carignan-carignane-sonoma-county/,Carignane,1997,Mazzocco
,Red,Italy,"A complex wine with layers of typical Nebbiolo flavors, rounded by black cherries and a dusty/spicy finish, which is medium weight and long.",,23,88,Piedmont,Nebbiolo d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 1997  Nebbiolo d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1997-nebbiolo-nebbiolo-dalba/,Nebbiolo,1997,Pio Cesare
,White,Italy,"Lovely expression of terroir. The stony, unyielding soil of this vineyard is manifested in a tightly wound, intensely mineral wine. Almost slaty, with a long finish.",,17,88,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Pieropan 1997  Soave Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-1997-italian-white-garganega-soave-classico-superiore/,Garganega,1997,Pieropan
,Red,US,"Soft, spicy, cherry-berry fruit. Lots of pretty fruits and earth. Good acidity keeps it in focus. Finished with a light touch.",Barbieri Ranch,20,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 Barbieri Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-barbieri-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,De Loach
,Red,US,"One of the few American versions of this Burgundy wine you will find, and quite well made. Kudos to this Washington winery and vineyard for giving us the perfect foil to curry and Chinese food, raw oysters or light fish like sole or scrod. On its own it is quite lean and outright acidic. Yet there are some sweeter lemon-lime notes and a touch of marzipan. And you can always sweeten it up like the French do—with some crème de cassis.",Newhouse Vineyard,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Covey Run 1997 Newhouse Vineyard Aligoté (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1997-newhouse-vineyard-other-white-aligote-columbia-valley-yakima/,Aligoté,1997,Covey Run
13.5,Red,US,"The nose promises raspberry fruit and a hint of spice. The wine tastes of strawberry preserves and fresh-ground pepper. Soft tannins, moderate acids and refreshingly low alcohol keep it in perfect proportion through a surprisingly long and concentrated finish.",Coastal,10,88,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Coastal Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-coastal-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,Italy,"Full, forward aromas of black-fruit berries and soft oak are there to greet you. The palate is plump, plummy and very full-bodied. No wimpiness to this big red; instead a lot of good grapey, smoky flavors have jumped on board a very clean, structured frame. Bright purple and juicy, this is the definition of a friendly wine.",,37,88,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Trefiano 1995  Carmignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefiano-1995-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,1995,Trefiano
16.1,Red,US,"The high alcohol (16.1%) indicates ripe, port-like fruit. Raisins and plums fill out a gamy, fat, seriously oaky monster. This is not food-friendly; it's really more of an after-dinner, Friday-night kind of wine. But if you like your Zinfandel over the top in all respects, this is your bottle.",Pagani Vineyard Reserve,39,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,St. Francis 1997 Pagani Vineyard Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1997-pagani-vineyard-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,St. Francis
,White,US,"A sleek, tight wine showing its underlying structure of good acidity and bracing tannins. Fruit is toned down, uncomplicated by oak. On the herbal, austere side, but has plenty of charm and character.",,14,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Mark West 1997 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mark-west-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Mark West
13.3,White,US,"This wine's opening should bring a smile to your face, with its lashings of delicious spicy apple fruit, backed by firm and lingering acidity. Too bad the finish lets you down a bit, but all in all, a lovely bottle of wine.",FOS Reserve,21,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1997 FOS Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1997-fos-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1997,Jekel
,Red,US,"Ripe, vibrant black-cherry nose. Elegant, bright black-cherry fruit. Slightly acidic but lively. Very pretty, but young. Needs three to five years to round out, but very promising.",Pinnacles,14,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Estancia 1997 Pinnacles Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-1997-pinnacles-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Estancia
,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of currants, chocolate, and plenty of fancy, toasty oak. In the mouth, the oak dominates, with vanilla, smoky flavors. Nice “grip” and a complex texture. Probably best to age it for a few more years.",Barrelli Creek,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1994 Barrelli Creek Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1994-barrelli-creek-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"A Rhône-style blend, it shows plenty of blackberry, plum and smoke aromas, a plump, medium-bodied palate feel, a fair amount of toasty, chocolaty oak, and moderate tannins. Would make a pleasant accompaniment to hearty foods.",Signet Collection Beauzeaux,20,88,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Signet Collection Beauzeaux Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-signet-collection-beauzeaux-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"A tart and pleasing wine with solid center of ripe green-apple fruit, leading to an inviting center and a lingering finish. Best Buy.",,13,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1997 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1997-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Navarro
13,Red,Spain,"A deep, vibrantly purple color and beautiful herbal perfumes make this really enticing. There is earthiness and a dense texture on the palate along with a rich but pure dark-plum character. The spicy wood adds just a touch to the ripeness of the fruit. Best Buy.",,14,89,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1996 Tempranillo (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1996-tempranillo-costers-segre/,Tempranillo,1996,Raimat
,Sparkling,Spain,"This cava (Spanish sparkling wine) is a bit more expensive than its competition from northeast Spain, but it's worth the few extra dollars. It is quite elegant, with lots of flavor. A good choice for parties.",Brut,11,89,Catalonia,Cava,,Mont Marçal NV Brut  (Cava),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mont-marcal-nv-brut-sparkling-cava/,Champagne Blend,,Mont Marçal
,Red,US,"This is a dark, immature red wine of sizable proportions, honest and unique, that will age for a long time. Tarry, blackberry fruit, with light touches of black pepper and vanilla. Don't go near it for a decade; better still to bequeath it to your children.",Harvest Reserve Dedication Bot,18,89,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 Harvest Reserve Dedication Bot Petite Sirah (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-harvest-reserve-dedication-bot-petite-sirah-central-coast-monterey-county/,Petite Sirah,1997,Mirassou
,White,US,"Smells lemony and oaky. The aromas have that piercing quality that suggests ultraripe fruit and high acidity. Tastes superextracted and rich, with ripe, strong citrus flavors and plenty of oak. Flashy and strong.",Coach Insignia,25,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Fisher 1997 Coach Insignia Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fisher-1997-coach-insignia-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Fisher
13.5,Red,US,"This Bordeaux-style blend is elegant, delicious and ready to drink. Cherries and cassis mingle with a hint of green pepper and a definite whiff of marzipan on the nose. Medium-bodied, the flavors are fruit-driven and pure right through the seemingly sweet finish.",Encounter Pine Mountain,42,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gary Farrell 1996 Encounter Pine Mountain Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1996-encounter-pine-mountain-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Gary Farrell
13.9,Red,US,"This is like sitting one row from the luxury boxes for the price of a bleacher seat. It has eucalyptus and blackberry aromas, and it's velvety in the mouth, with delicious blackberry flavors and nuances of oak and chocolate. Drink now and over the next five years.",,11,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"This is a tasty Zin of moderate weight with excellent balance. Opening with a densely aromatic nose of cloves, cinnamon, roses, and pepper, it offers a palate full of cherry, licorice, tobacco and spice flavors. A tasty finish with moderate tannins complete this lovely bottling.",,16,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1997 Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1997-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,EOS
,White,US,"Distinctive for its pretty peach, vanilla, and cinnamon aromas and flavors. Drinks rich and ripe, round and full-bodied, with a long, clean finish.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Adler Fels 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Adler Fels
,Red,US,"A variety cultivated in Austria and Germany; Washington is the only place in the U.S. where it's grown in any quantity. This example offers a perfumed nose of cherries and berries, a medium body, rich fruit, and a fairly long, tangy finish. The variety's naturally high acidity has been tamed, but enough remains to make it versatile with food.",,10,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Kiona 1998 Lemberger (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kiona-1998-other-red-lemberger-other/,Lemberger,1998,Kiona
13.5,Red,US,"A rich, ripe, lip-smacking, classically flavored Zin with gobs of fruit—all berries, cherries and plums. Full, ripe and round, and perfectly set off against soft tannins. It seduces you into sip after sip.",,15,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kenwood
,White,US,"Dry and minerally, yet a lot of depth for a crisp white. Viognier and Colombard team up with Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, for a harmonious commingling of lavender, licorice and white peaches. Tastes sweet upfront, with more dry citrus and complexity on the back.",Feliz Creek Cuvée,9,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Jepson 1998 Feliz Creek Cuvée White (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-1998-feliz-creek-cuvee-white-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,White Blend,1998,Jepson
,White,US,"A ripe and lusty Chardonnay, loaded with green-apple and ripe-fig fruit. The center is zesty and rich, leading to a medium finish.",Estate Select,15,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Jepson 1997 Estate Select Chardonnay (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jepson-1997-estate-select-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Chardonnay,1997,Jepson
,Red,US,"Offers customary California Merlot aromas of herbs, spicy berries, vanilla from the oak and cocoa. Very bright red fruit in the mouth, brought to the fore via whole-berry fermentation. Mildly tannic with plenty of fresh oak, some of which is American. Right down the middle and solid. With 16% Cabernet Sauvignon and other lesser Bordeaux grapes.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1996-merlot-napa-valley-3442/,Merlot,1996,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"At 87% Chenin and the rest Viognier, you will find bright, melony fruit that comes across sweet and sturdy. Chenin makes a fruitier, simpler alternative with its fuller body and texture, yet this one shows no oak influence. Crisp as a whistle, the Viognier provides aroma and a more intense fruit character. Refreshing at only 11.8% alcohol.",,11,89,California,California Other,California,Pine Ridge 1998 White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1998-white-other/,White Blend,1998,Pine Ridge
,Red,Spain,"Similar to the above, but richer, oakier, and tighter. The aroma starts off closed, and it's fairly tannic. But the stuffing seems to be there for the long haul; age it and see. Right now, the Crianza is by far the better choice.",Reserva,60,89,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arzuaga 1995 Reserva  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arzuaga-1995-reserva-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1995,Arzuaga
,White,US,"Another vineyard-designated wine from Kunde. Notable for its honeyed, caramelized flavors, with rich vanilla and oriental spice notes. Medium bodied.",Wildwood Vineyard,20,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Wildwood Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-wildwood-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Kunde
,Red,Portugal,Treat yourself and friends to a medium-bodied red that's out of the ordinary and altogether pleasing. Fabulous red fruit on top of earthy aromas and soft oak. Plenty of boost to the finish and perfectly ripe. A real jewel in this price range.,Primum,11,89,Terras do Sado,,,José Maria da Fonseca 1996 Primum Red (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jose-maria-fonseca-1996-primum-red-terras-sado/,Portuguese Red,1996,José Maria da Fonseca
,Red,US,"Intriguing aromas of smoke, earth, meat, tea and cloves. Firm and elegant on the palate, with spice, earth and coffee flavors. Closes with a long finish and fairly tight tannins. Very well constructed and deserves a few years in the cellar.",Estate,23,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1997 Estate Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1997-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Laetitia
,White,Italy,"From the family's oldest vines and best-situated vineyard, this unusually rich Gavi is 100% barrel fermented and aged. Beautifully balanced, with a creamy mouthfeel, lemony fruit and just a touch of vanilla and spice from the oak.",Vigneto Alborina,30,89,Piedmont,Gavi,,Tassarolo 1996 Vigneto Alborina  (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassarolo-1996-vigneto-alborina-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,1996,Tassarolo
13.8,Red,Australia,"A classy blend of 80% Cab, 10% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot from one of Down Under's most dependable producers. The fruit is superripe, rich, and spicy, with plum, blackberry, and chocolate notes that are beautifully integrated with firm tannins. Finishes long and sweet. Delicious now, or age for a few years.",Traditional,21,89,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,Rosemount 1996 Traditional Red (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1996-traditional-red-mclaren-vale/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Rosemount
,Red,US,"This Washington producer consistently puts out good-value wines. This one's the least expensive of the group but belongs with the big boys because of the delicious plummy, blackberry fruit. It'll be lovely and appealing over the next six years.",,16,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1996 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1996-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1996,Chateau Ste. Michelle
14.4,White,US,"There's bright tropical fruit with a toasty/smoky center, medium body and a long finish in this well-balanced wine.",Durell Vineyard,24,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chateau St. Jean 1997 Durell Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1997-durell-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"This is such a good wine. Lots of sweet oak and some raspberry aromas; the juicy raspberries carry through on the palate, which has a wonderful mouthfeel. Drink now or over the next six years.",Estate-Bottled,19,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 Estate-Bottled Merlot (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-estate-bottled-merlot-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Merlot,1997,De Loach
13.9,Red,US,"Twelve percent Petite Sirah adds weight and black-fruit flavors to this forward, juicy, tart wine. The tannic finish should soften with a little more time in bottle.",Old Vines/Old Clones,15,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1997 Old Vines/Old Clones Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-old-vines-old-clones-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Preston
,Red,France,"Made by heavy hitters from Burgundy-Aubert de Villaine, who runs Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, and Jacques Seysses, who owns Domaine Dujac. Although the wine bears little resemblance to either, it is still pretty toothsome. Lots of spicy fruit, with length.",,15,89,Provence,Vin de Pays Var,,Triennes 1996 Syrah (Vin de Pays Var),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/triennes-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-vin-pays-var/,Syrah,1996,Triennes
,Red,US,"Offers customary California Merlot aromas of herbs, spicy berries, vanilla from the oak and cocoa. Very bright red fruit in the mouth, brought to the fore via whole-berry fermentation. Mildly tannic with plenty of fresh oak, some of which is American. Right down the middle and solid. With 16% Cabernet Sauvignon and other lesser Bordeaux grapes.",,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"A challenging powerhouse of a wine with a dense nose that merges funky, earthy aromas with a lavender and spice bouquet. Lean but well balanced, with cherry cola and leathery flavors. Big, fairly complex finish. Approachable now but will definitely improve.",,23,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Chimere 1996 Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimere-1996-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Chimere
,Red,Chile,"This is further proof that Chile can make world-class Cab at giveaway prices. This deeply colored wine smells of currants, with hints of chocolate and green olives. Drinks smooth and rich, with berry and sage flavors. Not a lot of oak, which isn't surprising at this price. Still, a delicious, complex wine that can age.",,7,89,Curicó Valley,,,Montes 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montes-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Montes
15.5,Red,US,"A spicy, zinny nose showing lots of delicious fruit. Fermented with wild yeasts and aged in 100% American oak, it's an appealing, delicious wine for this price. The flavors linger through a satisfying finish, and it doesn't hit that tannic wall that stops so many of the '97s.",Old Vines Wild Thing,16,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Windsor 1997 Old Vines Wild Thing Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/windsor-1997-old-vines-wild-thing-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Windsor
,Red,US,"One of the most dependable Cabernet bargains. Always soft, fruity and drinkable early, with a rich spiciness. Straightforward and pretty, it has some real grip and texture. Another solid effort.",,11,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Crest 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-crest-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Columbia Crest
,Red,Italy,"This Tuscan estate, which dates back to the 1700s, is a modern sensation. The long, fashionable flavors of Sangiovese yield a wine of stunning value. Exhibits qualities of both Chianti and Brunello, with lovely aromas of vanilla, violets and raspberries.",,14,89,Tuscany,Rosso di Montalcino,,Col d'Orcia 1997  Rosso di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/col-dorcia-1997-sangiovese-rosso-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1997,Col d'Orcia
,Red,Australia,"Soft, with plummy flavors, this is a wine for those who like heft (14.5% alcohol), but also enough fruit and stuffing to give balance. Big and slightly brutish, it gives some serious bang for the buck.",,12,89,Victoria,Victoria,,Deakin Estate 1998 Shiraz (Victoria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deakin-estate-1998-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-victoria/,Shiraz,1998,Deakin Estate
,Red,US,"A lot of pepper and a whiff of the barnyard accent a good, spicy wine with firm structure and tart acids. The tannins are still a little on the rough side, and the finish is a tad short.",Gambogi Ranch,20,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 Gambogi Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-gambogi-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,De Loach
,Red,US,"Spice, cherries, fat, coffee and toast fill the nose. Beautiful depth and balance. Fat and fleshy on the palate, rich and full through the finish, with plenty of cherry, coffee and toast flavors. Has the depth and power to improve over time.",Old Vines Domenici Vyd,24,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Sebastiani 1997 Old Vines Domenici Vyd Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1997-old-vines-domenici-vyd-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Sebastiani
,Red,Spain,"This winery, once owned by the Bach family, is now part of Codorníu. The Tempranillo is made attractive through its plum and tobacco perfumes and the spicy character of eight months in American wood. Sweet and ripe; the tannins are soft and smooth. There is some aging potential—maybe three years.",Bach,8,89,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Masia Bach 1996 Bach Tempranillo (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masia-bach-1996-bach-tempranillo-catalonia/,Tempranillo,1996,Masia Bach
,White,US,"Lovely tropical-fruit aromas, a medium to full mouthfeel, a palate of ripe Santa Barbara fruit, and the judicious use of oak make this a fine value leader. Easy to like and easy to find. Best Buy.",,10,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 1998 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1998-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1998,Meridian
13.1,Red,Australia,"Australia isn't really known for its Merlots, but this effort is quite delicious—and what a bargain. Black-cherry and blackberry fruit smacks you in the face; the fresh bright flavors, with licorice undertones, meld into a mouthfeel that's soft and silky.",Bin 3000,9,89,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,McGuigan 1998 Bin 3000 Merlot (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcguigan-1998-bin-3000-merlot-south-eastern/,Merlot,1998,McGuigan
13.5,White,US,"A classic Sauvignon Blanc with crisp, bright fruit, just touched by toasty oak from barrel fermentation and a layering of melon and figs from 15% Sémillon in the blend. Best Buy.",,12,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Greenwood Ridge 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1998-sauvignon-blanc-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Greenwood Ridge
,Red,US,"This always seems to be one of Kent Rosenblum's successes. Soft, round, full, fleshy and fat, it's a fabulous blend of blueberry and blackberry spiced up with cracked pepper. The beautifully balanced blend includes 15% Carignane and 7% Petite Sirah.",Annette's Reserve Rhodes Viney,26,89,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Annette's Reserve Rhodes Viney Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-annettes-reserve-rhodes-viney-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Rosenblum
13.6,Red,US,"This justly famous vintner proves he can keep up with the best of them. Powerful aromas of currants and oak dominate. The currant and blackberry flavors are pure and focused, a bit austere now, with soft, fine tannins.",Reserve,40,89,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-northern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"Here is a beautifully focused wine with compact, complex fruit, accented with spice and pepper. Plums and tobacco commingle in a balanced palate that improves right through the finish without falling prey to late-harvest, overripe flavors.",Dusi Ranch,26,89,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1997 Dusi Ranch Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1997-dusi-ranch-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,Sucks you in with dense but lively cherry fruit scents and hints of roses. Velvety mouthfeel with dark-cherry flavors. A fine finish completes the package. A luscious wine and delightful now.,Reserve,32,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1996 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1996-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Acacia
,Red,US,"Opens with a classic Pinot nose of sour cherries and mineral accents. Good mouthfeel; moderately astringent, with sour-cherry, strawberry and mint flavors. Elegant and concentrated; pretty now and should improve with age.",Red Hills Estate,59,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1997 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1997-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Archery Summit
,Red,Italy,Another southern Italian gem. High-density planting of vines 35 to 40 years old and some aging in French oak barrels has yielded a deep-colored wine with gobs of fruit. A real bargain.,,12,89,Southern Italy,Salice Salentino,,Cantele 1996 Primitivo (Salice Salentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantele-1996-zinfandel-primitivo-salice-salentino/,Primitivo,1996,Cantele
,Red,US,"This is a field blend that includes about 5% Petite Sirah. Classic flavors of black cherry, pie cherry and blackberry, balanced acids, soft tannins, and some peppery spice. There's a whiff of earth or barnyard, just enough to add interest.",Estate,18,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Buehler 1997 Estate Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buehler-1997-estate-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Buehler
,Red,US,"Another successful and complex red wine from Dennis Patton. Mainly Zinfandel, but with 15% Petite Sirah and 10% Syrah. A big wine, with rich fruit in a velvety soft package. A long, dry, spicy finish.",Sorcery,28,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Hidden Cellars 1996 Sorcery Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1996-sorcery-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Hidden Cellars
,Red,US,"Idaho? You bet, and a pretty good wine it is. Lots of gamy fruit and plenty of extract. It's a pretty wine, marred only by a finish that ideally should be a tad longer. Still, it's a very good wine, and its origin and quality will surprise many if tasted blind.",Reserve,15,90,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 1996 Reserve Syrah (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-1996-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-idaho/,Syrah,1996,Ste. Chapelle
14.6,Red,US,"A huge wine, loaded with velvety-jammy fruit dominated by raspberries and black plums. The finish is long and tightly structured with good fruit right to the end. Made from organically grown grapes.",Rocky Top Vineyards,15,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1997 Rocky Top Vineyards Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1997-rocky-top-vineyards-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1997,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,US,"Another solid effort from this veteran producer. Plenty of black-cherry, plum, and currant aromas and flavors. Drinks very pretty and soft. Gentle, spicy and round. The tannins are lovely now, so there's no point in aging it.",Reserve,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Raymond
,Red,Spain,"A brick-red colored wine, with pure floral and undergrowth aromas characteristic of Pinot Noir. Raspberries and perfumes give spice to the flavors of figs and dried fruits. A generous, almost opulent wine, which, with its acids, has just an edge of toughness to it.",Mas Borras,30,90,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1994 Mas Borras Pinot Noir (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1994-mas-borras-pinot-noir-penedes/,Pinot Noir,1994,Torres
,Red,US,"Dusty and plummy on the nose, this is full-bodied on the palate, with black-cherry, chocolate and earth flavors. A briny soy-sauce component sneaks in to add complexity, and there's a pleasant peppery bite to the finish. Soft tannins make it drinkable now, but it should age well, too.",Reserve,23,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Concannon 1995 Reserve Petite Sirah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-1995-reserve-petite-sirah-central-coast/,Petite Sirah,1995,Concannon
13.2,Red,US,"Supple and refined, with velvety tannins and good ripe fruit. The aroma is classic black currants, with a strong dose of green olives, but there are deep flavors of black cherries and blackberries, and the tannins are fairly astringent.",Moon Mountain Reserve,40,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Carmenet 1996 Moon Mountain Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1996-moon-mountain-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Carmenet
13.5,Red,US,"Pretty aromas of cherry, strawberry and peppermint, with a nice olive streak. Ripely fruity and spicy, with firm but fancy tannins. Dry, with bracing acidity. Achieves what seems difficult in so many West Coast Merlots: richness, balance and complexity. Might even improve with a little age.",,19,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1997 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1997-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1997,Canoe Ridge
,Red,Italy,"Not a wicker-basket Chianti by any stretch, this complex, ageable red has abundant raspberry and cherry fruit, accented by tobacco and spice. Full and round, yet still retains great Sangiovese character.",Chianti Classico,39,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 1997 Chianti Classico  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1997-chianti-classico-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1997,Castello di Ama
,Red,Chile,"This may seem expensive for a Chilean Merlot, but if it were from California or Bordeaux it would be priced higher. Kendall-Jackson's Chilean outpost has made a wine that's minty and earthy on the nose. Delicious and complex, with good blackberry flavors on the tight structure.",,16,90,Maule Valley,,,Calina 1996 Merlot (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calina-1996-merlot-maule-valley/,Merlot,1996,Calina
,Red,US,"Year in, year out, one of the most distinguished Cabernet bargains anywhere. This one's young and tight, and very dry, with currant and blackberry aromas, and fine, dusty tannins. Deep inside is juicy, supple fruit. Quintessential Rutherford Cabernet, at an unbelievable price.",,12,90,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Has classic Cab aromas of black currants, cherries and plums. Softly fruity, with velvety tannins and nicely etched acidity. Very drinkable, with charm and finesse. A pleasing wine that combines deliciousness and complexity.",,21,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Hanna 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Hanna
,White,US,"A Meursault-like, medium-bodied wine, with green-apple, peach and pear aromas. Smoky and oaky, with rich, soft, spicy flavors. Flashy and opulent.",Cold Coast Vineyards,16,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,La Crema 1997 Cold Coast Vineyards Chardonnay (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1997-cold-coast-chardonnay-sonoma-coast/,Chardonnay,1997,La Crema
,Red,Spain,"Moderately intense blackberry aromas verge on jamminess, but keep a measure of restraint; mixed with a dose of dill-scented oak, the result is a vinous crowdpleaser. Medium bodied and intensely flavored, this is a great bargain worth coming back to again and again.",Rívola,,90,Northern Spain,Sardon de Duero,,Abadia Retuerta 1998 Rívola Red (Sardon de Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/abadia-retuerta-1998-rivola-red-sardon-duero/,Red Blend,1998,Abadia Retuerta
13.5,Red,US,"A dark-fruited, mineral, smoky nose lets you know right away that this will be really good. Full flavors of ripe berries, a velvety mouthfeel, and a long, spicy, tannic finish define this rich and very stylish Pinot. Best buy.",Vintage Select,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Witness Tree 1997 Vintage Select Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/witness-tree-1997-vintage-select-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Witness Tree
,White,US,"With funky labeling and fruit from two states, this one will get you singing. Aromatic, vivacious and slatey, it's a little like German Riesling but manages to stay American in style. Served chilled it is great for an appetizer course or fish.",Dry Pacific Rim,10,90,California,California-Washington,,Bonny Doon 1998 Dry Pacific Rim Riesling (California-Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-1998-dry-pacific-rim-riesling-washington/,Riesling,1998,Bonny Doon
,Red,US,"Predominantly Cabernet Franc, it shows none of the weediness Franc can exhibit. Slightly floral, it's filled to the brim with black-fruit, anise, vanilla and chocolate aromas and flavors. Supple tannins make it drinkable now, but it should develop in the cellar.",Fathom Red Table Wine,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1997 Fathom Red Table Wine Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1997-fathom-red-table-wine-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,1997,Babcock
,Red,US,"This perennial winner features 16.1% alcohol and showcases ripe, rich black-cherry and plum fruit, with lots of smoky oak. Its appealing open, round structure leads into a big finish with gobs of fat, flavorful oak that carries on for a long, long time. This one can handle the alcohol.",Old Vines,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,St. Francis 1997 Old Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-francis-1997-old-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,St. Francis
,White,US,"Pretty oak, smoke, peach, and green-apple aromas lead to a rich, round, lively palate, highlighted by fruity flavors and great balance. Plenty of richness and finesse.",,21,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Silverado
,White,US,"Smoke and toast aromas are accented by butter and spicy vanilla notes. Full and round, it's a big yet graceful Chardonnay, reminiscent of the ballerina hippo in Disney's Fantasia.",,18,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos La Chance 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Clos La Chance
14.5,Red,US,"This is a new wine for Dry Creek, the product of an ambitious program that aims to re-create the classic flavors of old-vine Zin by grafting traditional old clones onto new rootstock. The hoped-for flavors are all there: dried fruits, tobacco, coffee, plums, cinnamon and toast. A real knock-out for the price.",Heritage Clone,15,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Heritage Clone Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-heritage-clone-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
,White,US,"Smoky and toasty aromas are followed by pear, clove and spice flavors that seem to expand in the glass. Leaner than most California Chards, with good acidity. Should develop for several years.",,19,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Clos La Chance
,White,US,"First-ever wine from this promising new winery. Has green-apple and peach aromas, with smoky-buttery notes and a touch of doughy lees. Opulent and rich in the mouth, with plenty of fruit and herbal flavors. Long, spicy finish.",,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sapphire Hill 1997 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sapphire-hill-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Sapphire Hill
,Red,Italy,"Intense and pure, with fine ripeness, supreme balance and a reserved personality. Quite easy to get into and enjoy tonight, this is a Brunello that's rich, deep and sexy. Clean cherry fruit on an upright frame; a very elegant and structured total package.",Brunello di Montalcino,52,90,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Tenuta Caparzo 1993 Brunello di Montalcino  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-caparzo-1993-brunello-montalcino-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1993,Tenuta Caparzo
,White,US,"An excellent wine from the excellent 1998 vintage in Oregon. Fresh-cut hay, honey, a whiff of mint and some green herbs on the nose will raise your curiosity. Plenty of force and body; it straddles the line between the steely Italian style and the more exotic Alsatian style.",,15,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Torii Mor 1998 Pinot Gris (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Gris,1998,Torii Mor
,White,US,"Classic California Sauvignon Blanc, featuring crisp melon flavors with a touch of lemon and a spicy herbal edge. The long finish echoes the opening fruit.",,14,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Groth
13.7,Red,US,"This blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Merlot is inky black, with powerful aromas of currants, oak, vanilla, green olives and smoke. The rich, spicy fruit is there, buried deep below Washington tannins that will take a while to melt. But the wait should yield a beautiful, deeply flavorful wine.",Three Vineyards,20,90,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hedges 1996 Three Vineyards Red (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hedges-1996-three-red-columbia-valley-wa/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Hedges
,Red,US,"A blend of 67% Cabernet Sauvignon and 33% Sangiovese. A California Super Tuscan of complexity and charm. Softly fruity aromas of crushed berries and vanilla. Rich and fruity and soft, fine tannins. Opulent, like velvet. One of the better California wines of this style.",Duo,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Estancia 1996 Duo Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/estancia-1996-duo-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1996,Estancia
,Red,US,"This just flat-out smells like Dry Creek fruit, with lots of bold raspberry scents. Bright fruit, tart, lipsmacking berry flavors, good color and extraction. Tight, young and lovely.",Rued Vineyards,24,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Deux Amis 1997 Rued Vineyards Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/deux-amis-1997-rued-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Deux Amis
,Red,Italy,"One of several great wines from Sardinia that prove that wineries on this island have been steering a course toward a higher quality. Ruby red color and ripe sweet fruit onh the palate; dominated by a strongly textured, rustic structure. A whole lot of wine for the money.",Isola dei Nuraghi,9,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sardinia,,Argiolas 1996 Isola dei Nuraghi Red (Sardinia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argiolas-1996-isola-nuraghi-red-sardinia/,Red Blend,1996,Argiolas
,Red,US,"Bogle blends grapes from 30-year-old Amador vines, 60-year-old Lodi vines, and 80-year-old Oakley vineyards to produce a truly great wine for the price. A briary, raisiny nose leads into succulent flavors of plum, allspice, cocoa and   coffee. It's a brawny, rustic wine that is immensely likeable despite some rough tannins.",Old Vine Cuvée,10,90,California,California Other,California,Bogle 1997 Old Vine Cuvée Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-1997-old-vine-cuvee-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Bogle
13.5,Red,Spain,"100% Cabernet Sauvignon with 24 months aging in American oak and three years of bottle aging before release. A deep, dark wine, with aromas of herbs and tobacco. A firm, serious palate and broad weight indicate that this would benefit from aging over the next two years. Strong wood flavors finish this concentrated wine.",Mas Castell,29,90,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1994 Mas Castell Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1994-mas-castell-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Raimat
,Red,US,"Mint, currants, licorice, smoke, and blackberries characterize the aroma, which is very fine and inviting. It's a big, tough, deep drink, fairly tannic, with ripe, sweet berry fruit lurking deep down inside. Really nice texture; the tannins are sturdy, but elegant. Complex and alluring, with a dry, tannic finish. Needs a few years to show its stuff.",,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-red-sonoma-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,US,"One of the best of the single-ranch wines from De Loach, the Saitone's nose exhibits a lot of coffee and smoke aromas. The mouthfeel is fat, meaty and rich. Bright and edgy, with good acids and a long, sharp finish. A well-made and complex wine.",Saitone Ranch,20,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 Saitone Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-saitone-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,De Loach
,Red,Italy,"There's seemingly no stopping this producer, although the founder recently passed away. More oomph and power than the 1995 that was so highly rated. The profile and composition are reminiscent of a Ridge Zinfandel selling for three times this price. The perfect red for mixed grill, ribs and sausages.",Salice Salentino Riserva,9,90,Southern Italy,Apulia,,Taurino 1996 Salice Salentino Riserva Red (Apulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taurino-1996-salice-salentino-riserva-red-apulia/,Red Blend,1996,Taurino
,Red,Spain,"This fuller, more mature version of the classic Torres Sangre de Toro is a big-bodied wine, deep and rich in both color and texture. A blend of 75% Garnacha and 25% Cariñena, it oozes ripeness and concentration, while always being soft, spicy and layered with sweet wood.",Gran Sangre de Toro Reserva,11,90,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1995 Gran Sangre de Toro Reserva Red (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1995-gran-sangre-toro-reserva-red-penedes/,Red Blend,1995,Torres
,Red,Portugal,"Rich, layered, balanced and deeply flavored-it's all there. From the nose, with its unique berry aromas and the true scent of fine perfume, to the already developed palate, this is a beauty. Light and herbal, there's some spice and delicacy. Can drink now or save for a few years.",Vinhas Velhas,20,90,Bairrada,,,Luis Pato 1997 Vinhas Velhas Red (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-pato-1997-vinhas-velhas-red-bairrada/,Red Blend,1997,Luis Pato
14.1,White,US,"What a nice wine. Has strong floral, citrus, and vanilla aromas, and powerful fruity-spicy flavors. Very dry and rich. Packs a wallop on the finish. A crowd-pleaser.",Bevill Vineyards,24,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1997 Bevill Vineyards Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1997-bevill-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,1997,Mazzocco
,Red,France,"Concentrated black-cherry nose and very floral. Full, tannic, powerful Pinot Noir fruit; a classic '96. Needs years, but lovely fruit lies under the structure. Hold this one while drinking the '95 and '97. (The “Domaine Latour” on the label means the grapes came from Latour's home vineyard in Aloxe-Corton, where the Latour family resides.)",Domaine Latour Aloxe-Corton,29,90,Burgundy,Burgundy,,Louis Latour 1996 Domaine Latour Aloxe-Corton  (Burgundy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-latour-1996-domaine-aloxe-corton-pinot-noir-burgundy/,Pinot Noir,1996,Louis Latour
,Red,Portugal,"At only a few bucks more than the regular Crasto bottling, this is the easy choice. It's one of the Douro reds that can turn heads. Fresh and forward is Australian transplant winemaker David Baverstock's approach, and this one shows itself to be in perfect balance as it unfolds. Harmonious and stylish, with just the right kiss of wood.",Reserva,18,90,Douro,,,Quinta do Crasto 1996 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-crasto-1996-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1996,Quinta do Crasto
,White,Italy,"A fresh, ripe-fruit aroma with green-apple tones. Full-bodied, with persistent flavors and good balance. A wine that marries well with seafood and also works as an apéritif. The blend is Inzolia, Tasca and Catarratto. Refreshing, well made and perfect for any table.",Regaleali Bianco,10,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Tasca d'Almerita 1998 Regaleali Bianco White (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tasca-dalmerita-1998-regaleali-bianco-white-sicilia/,White Blend,1998,Tasca d'Almerita
,White,US,"Perennially one of the top four or five Sauvignon Blancs from California, this vintage offers a bit more grapefruit than in the past. Ripe melon fruit, touched by citrus and a hint of herbal spice. The finish is long and deep. Tangy and smoky as usual, it goes best with salads and seafood. Don't expect a ton of sweet fruit; it's a touch austere.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Rochioli
13.9,White,US,"Growers before they made their own wine, the Rochiolis know the bottom line is always the quality of the fruit. Rich and vibrant Russian River Valley fruit defines this wine from the ripe orange and light spice nose through the satisfying midpalate. Clean, bright finish. A wine with great balance that's lovely now.",Estate,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Rochioli 1997 Estate Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rochioli-1997-estate-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Rochioli
,White,US,"Clean and sharp; you get a distinct sweet-wood and flowery bouquet. Smells like a fresh late-spring day. Plenty of outdoorsy, gardeny aromas drift up from the glass. Oaky and creamy, this embodies much of what is good about California wine. Not overdone, this wine is elegant and typical. Should please most fans of domestic Chardonnay.",Reserve,20,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1997-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"Aromas of buttercup, jasmine, and honeysuckle burst from the glass. If that doesn't sound like Sauvignon (Fumé) Blanc, it's because Iron Horse's version contains 17% Viognier, which dominates the nose and flavors with chocolate and peach. Yet it's bone dry, steely and crisp.",T-bar-T,18,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1998 T-bar-T Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1998-t-bar-t-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Iron Horse
13.5,White,New Zealand,"A natural beauty with quality fruit that shines. Opens with lovely peach and almond/hazelnut aromas. Has an elegant, engaging texture (without oak). Solid fruit and butterscotch flavors grace the palate; the long, intense, pleasing finish stays with you. Kudos, Kim.",Unoaked,15,90,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 1998 Unoaked Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1998-unoaked-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Kim Crawford
,Red,France,"Like a surprise Bordeaux, with aromas of smoke, blackberries, earth and cinnamon. Not surprising, since superstar consultant Michel Rolland is involved in this project. Medium-bodied on the palate, it's structured to handle years of aging but is approachable now when served with rare beef to cut the tannins. A blend of Malbec, Merlot and just a touch of Tannat.",,20,90,Southwest France,Cahors,,Château Lagrézette 1996 Red (Cahors),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lagrezette-1996-red-cahors/,Red Blend,1996,Château Lagrézette
,Red,Italy,"Made mostly from the local varietal Nero d'Avola with Cabernet and a touch of Merlot added. Opens with a slight peanuty aroma and then quickly goes dark and dense, like flourless chocolate cake. A packed-in, pillowy wine with very soft tannins. Espresso character and more chocolate on the finish.",Vino da Tavola,23,90,Sicily & Sardinia,Sicilia,,Ceuso di Melia Vigna Custera 1996 Vino da Tavola Red (Sicilia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceuso-melia-vigna-custera-1996-vino-tavola-red-sicilia/,Red Blend,1996,Ceuso di Melia Vigna Custera
,Red,Italy,"Laser-beam fruit defines this front-loaded heavyweight. Tons of coffee, tar and heavy black fruit create power in a bottle. Gets friendlier with time. Very fragrant and full-bodied, with mounds of cassis fruit and spicy toasted flavors. Needs a few years.",Bricco Asili,105,90,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1995 Bricco Asili  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1995-bricco-asili-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1995,Ceretto
13.5,White,US,"Beautiful and elegant, this Monterey Chardonnay has lots of flavor, character and structure. Reserved, with lovely apple and citrus fruit in balance with the acidity. There's some Burgundian spirit here without the loss of its California essence. Sophisticated, especially at this price.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 1997 Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Bernardus
13.5,White,Australia,"This single-vineyard wine has an engaging nose with spicy nutmeg and clove notes, and beautifully balanced fruit, mineral and earth flavors. Good feel in the mouth; elegant closure. Attractive and quite complex. Drink now.",Orange Vyd,22,91,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Rosemount 1998 Orange Vyd Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1998-orange-vyd-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Rosemount
,White,US,"Toasty oak, rich pineapple, vanilla, and orangey-lemony aromas burst from the glass. Richly textured, with custard-like consistency and flavors of crème brûlée. Finishes with clove and other spices and enough acidity to provide delineation and length.",,26,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dehlinger 1997 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehlinger-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Dehlinger
,Sparkling,Italy,"Giacosa is renowned for his wonderful Barbaresco and Barolo wines, but in his spare time he makes what I consider Italy's best sparkling wine, made entirely from Pinot Noir grapes. The 1994 Extra Brut is dry, full-bodied, rich and toasty, with a creamy texture. Production is small, but it is available in the United States",Extra,38,91,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Bruno Giacosa 1994 Extra  (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bruno-giacosa-1994-extra-sparkling-piedmont/,Champagne Blend,1994,Bruno Giacosa
,Red,Italy,Robust and very full in the mouth. Very deep fruit that veers toward black cherries is matched by superb drying tannins. The finish is smooth as silk with notes of sweet oak and toast. Very pretty and a fine mouthfeel.,Riserva,41,91,Tuscany,Carmignano,,Capezzana 1995 Riserva  (Carmignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/capezzana-1995-riserva-sangiovese-carmignano/,Sangiovese,1995,Capezzana
,Red,Italy,"Some serious thought went into this stimulating wine. Perfect in texture, with rich, velvety tannins on the finish. It sings Gregorian chants as it dissipates and your mind begs you to take another pull. Dark, plummy and well connected.",Massovecchio dai Vigneti Terrarossa  Riserva,35,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Melini 1995 Massovecchio dai Vigneti Terrarossa  Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/melini-1995-massovecchio-dai-vigneti-terrarossa-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Melini
13.9,Red,US,"Pure, focused aromas of berries, cassis and oak. Terrific depth of flavor, impeccable balance; classy, rich and elegant. Tannins are ultrasoft and showy. Shows off the Alexander Valley at its best; from a consistent producer.",,17,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Château Souverain
,Red,US,"Deeply fruity and complex aromas of earth, truffle, dried fruit and wild berry. Big, rich flavors. A hefty wine of individuality and lots of personality. Fully ripe, so try with ribs now, or age it for several years. Contains 18% Petite Sirah.",Barrelli Creek,20,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1996 Barrelli Creek Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1996-barrelli-creek-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"Lots of sweet oak in the nose, with raspberry and cherry fruit. Jammy and inviting, with great depth of flavor. Rich and spicy, and fairly complex. A light-bodied wine that defines the soft, beguiling style of Sangiovese in California.",,23,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1996 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1996-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Chappellet
,Red,US,"From a small Livermore Valley producer; this wine might be difficult to find. But it'll be worth the effort for the blueberries, blackberries and cassis that leap from the glass. The mouthfeel is soft and silky; the structure is tight enough for long-term storing. Should be fine until 2009.",,21,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Thomas Coyne 1996 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-1996-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1996,Thomas Coyne
,White,US,"A more full-blown style than the regular bottling. Fairly rich and oaky, creamy, and leesy. More complex, with very bright fruity flavors. High acidity. Needs some time in the bottle to settle down.",Limited Reserve,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Silverado 1997 Limited Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silverado-1997-limited-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Silverado
11,Red,Italy,"A big, strong muscular wine from the south of Italy that has a rich bouquet of cherries, with ripe fruit and well-integrated tannins. A very engaging dry red with profound earthy aromas. Will match well with winter menus.",,22,91,Southern Italy,Aglianico d'Irpinia,,Mastroberardino 1997  Aglianico d'Irpinia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mastroberardino-1997-red-aglianico-dirpinia/,Red Blend,1997,Mastroberardino
14,White,US,"A balanced and elegant wine with a touch of apple and a light creamy center. At the end, the opening fruit wraps around for a lingering, satisfying finish.",Reserve,28,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Markham 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/markham-1997-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Markham
,Red,US,"The nose is closed, but the beautifully integrated fruit, oak and acidity make this a keeper for the next decade. The blackberry fruit is fairly highly extracted, with chocolate undertones on the finish. Let it settle for a year and enjoy.",Oakville Esate,18,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1997 Oakville Esate Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1997-oakville-esate-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Franciscan
,Red,US,"A muscular Cab that combines aggressive tannins with ripe succulent fruit. It's all here: currants, berries, cedar, and smoky oak, in a young, tight wine that's nowhere near ready to drink. But there's harmony and balance. Properly cellared, it could be very interesting in a decade.",,45,91,California,Napa,Oakville,Robert Mondavi 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Jordan scores with this lush, luxurious, quintessential Alexander Valley Cab. It's softly fruity, with early complexity. Never blockbusters, Jordan Cabs are distinctive for their harmony and grace.",,38,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Jordan 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jordan-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Jordan
,White,US,"A generous serving of tropical fruit, nicely balanced with a spicy, light oaky element. The finish is zippy, with echoes of the opening fruit kicking in.",,20,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Gloria Ferrer
14,Red,US,"Displays fine complexity on the nose with cherry, licorice, cocoa, and vanilla/caramel aromas. A sexy, rich mouthfeel and impressive depth of fruit. Closes with a dense finish of good length, with some spicy and even slightly bitter-almond nuances.",Rhinefarm Vineyards,18,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Gundlach Bundschu 1997 Rhinefarm Vineyards Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gundlach-bundschu-1997-rhinefarm-vineyards-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gundlach Bundschu
,White,US,"A balanced and richly delicious wine with integrated oak on a bed of apple and mango fruit. The wine has good weight and mouthfeel in the center, with a touch of apple and spice. The opening fruit loops back for the long, wraparound finish.",,19,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Byron
,Red,Italy,"Another single-vineyard Chianti Classico from Ama, La Casuccia includes a small amount of Merlot in the blend, which lends a rounder, plummier character to the finished product. Very concentrated and rich.",Cru La Casuccia,150,91,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 1995 Cru La Casuccia  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1995-cru-casuccia-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello di Ama
,Red,US,"Piercing oak and some road tar on the nose. A wine that's really alive. Plenty of high-toned fruit that is both sweet and tart at the same time. Typical of this winery's style, it is solid but not overpowering. Grip galore in this purple rose. Drink or hold.",Reserve,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-3440/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,William Hill Estate
13.9,Red,US,"From an increasingly well-regarded Monterey producer comes this full-throttle Syrah, young, juicy and complex. Deeply flavored with blackberries and the ripest cherries. Spicy, dry and tannic, it's fruity enough to enjoy now with hearty foods but will gain delicacy with age.",,23,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1997 Syrah (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Syrah,1997,Paraiso Vineyards
,White,US,"Opens with bright citrus and green-apple aromas. Lively and strong, with a jolt of mineral. Drinks smooth, rich, and spicy, with pretty fruit flavors. A bit tight and high-strung now, but will calm down in a year or so.",Mitsuko's Vineyard,19,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Clos Pegase 1997 Mitsuko's Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1997-mitsukos-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Clos Pegase
,Red,Australia,"An extraordinary wine for the money, showing unbelievable complexity. Deep ruby in color, with an explosive nose of dense black fruit. It's full-bodied and crammed with spicy fruit, lots of pepper and unbelievable length. This wine puts to shame many $30 wines.",The Footbolt,15,91,South Australia,McLaren Vale,,D'Arenberg 1997 The Footbolt Shiraz (McLaren Vale),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/darenberg-1997-the-footbolt-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-mclaren-vale/,Shiraz,1997,D'Arenberg
,Red,Chile,"As good as this winery's more elite Cuvée Alexandre. Represents one of the best values in the world of Cabernet. Clean, expressive spicy fruit in the nose. Weightless and ripe in the mouth, with a soft, vanilla-tinged ending. For a winery known for powerful oak treatment, this one is mild and is drinkable right away. Best Buy.",,12,91,Rapel Valley,,,Lapostolle 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rapel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lapostolle-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-rapel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Lapostolle
13.5,White,US,"Delightful peach and citrus aromas with a dusty, smoky, buttery note. Rich and creamy. A highly-extracted Chard, crisp and fancy and very fine. —",Dutton Ranch,22,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Sebastopol 1998 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastopol-1998-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Sebastopol
,Red,US,"Piercing oak and some road tar on the nose. A wine that's really alive. Plenty of high-toned fruit that is both sweet and tart at the same time. Typical of this winery's style, it is solid but not overpowering. Grip galore in this purple rose. Drink or hold.",Reserve,27,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Hats off to Texas's biggest winery for this eminently affordable yet bold and seductive blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. Velvety waves of charming fruit show that you must take the Lone Star State seriously.",Signature,9,91,Texas,Texas,,Llano 1997 Signature Red (Texas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/llano-1997-signature-red-texas/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Llano
,White,US,"Shows impressive complexity and restraint. Mineral and apple aromas are followed by almond, stone and mineral notes. Very crisp, with excellent length and a chalky, mineral-tinged finish. A Northwest version of a Puligny-Montrachet that demands a few years to show its best. Best Buy.",Reserve,11,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Paul Thomas 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-thomas-1997-reserve-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1997,Paul Thomas
,Dessert,US,"A beautiful 100% Muscat Canelli dessert wine. Great amber color and a lovely nose of honeysuckle, apricot and nectarine. Full orange and peach/apricot flavors balanced by good acidity make it rich but not cloying. Rich, persistent finish; lovely now. Best Buy.",Tears of Dew Late Harvest,15,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1997 Tears of Dew Late Harvest Moscato (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1997-tears-dew-late-harvest-muscat-moscato-central-coast-paso-robles/,Moscato,1997,EOS
,Red,US,"This is Zin! Opens with a huge burst of bright berry fruit and spices. Powerful and intense, it tastes rich and complex, with very extracted fruit and fancy tannins. Great mouthfeel, really delicious.",Los Chamizal Estate,16,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Haywood 1996 Los Chamizal Estate Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1996-los-chamizal-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Haywood
14.1,Red,US,"Another terrific Sangiovese from Swanson. Full, rich aromas of ripe plums, blackberry, spice, smoke and oak. Tastes ripe, rich and round, with great tannin structure. Velvety and complex, sumptuous and lush, it's really of fine quality.",,24,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1997 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1997-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Swanson
,Red,US,"From a veteran producer that's been crafting elegant Cabs for over 20 years. Deep aromas of currants, plums, olives and smoky oak. In the mouth it's fruity, spicy and soft, almost feminine, with velvety tannins. Drinks beautifully now but has the balance to last.",,30,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,St. Clement 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-clement-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,St. Clement
13.8,Red,US,"Young, forward and fruity, with the expensive smell of toasty oak. The nose seduces you with cedar- box (hence the name?), spice and lead-pencil aromas, and the bright, intense raspberry fruit underneath more than supports the heavy barrel treatment.",Cigar Zin,22,92,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 1998 Cigar Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1998-cigar-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1998,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"From a justly famed vineyard source comes this fruit-forward wine, showing green apple, peach, and smoky-oaky aromas and flavors. A big, ripe mouthful of California-style fruit, with a buttery, creamy texture, and plenty of toasty oak. Very fine.",Dutton Ranch,20,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fritz 1997 Dutton Ranch Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1997-dutton-ranch-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Fritz
,Red,US,"Without a shred of doubt this comes across as an over-$20 wine. It has nice cassis and plum aromas. It's velvety and elegant, with excellent extraction of pure dark fruit and nuances of oak on the long finish.",,18,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Chateau St. Jean 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Chateau St. Jean
,Red,US,"A gorgeous, sumptuous Syrah, with oaky, black-cherry, vanilla, and anise aromas. Rich and fruity, with deep, ripe, red stone-fruit flavors. The tannins are soft and luxurious, and the wine is complex and harmonious.",Reserve,32,92,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1997 Reserve Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-wa/,Syrah,1997,Columbia Winery
12.7,White,US,"A unique wine with a distinctive nose of green apples, minerals and Bergamot (think Earl Grey tea). While relatively unevolved and closed now, it still shows lots of earthy complexity, breed and length. This shows just how sophisticated Chardonnay from Oregon can be. Cellar it and you'll get a “charge” out of it in 2 or 3 years.",Clos Electrique,35,92,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cameron 1997 Clos Electrique Chardonnay (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cameron-1997-clos-electrique-chardonnay-willamette-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Cameron
13.9,Red,US,"A powerful yet elegant blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, 1% Malbec and 1% Petit Verdot. The wine opens with rich black-cherry and plum fruit, leading to a supple, deep center with chocolate, blackberries and a touch of herbaceousness. The finish is long with echoes of the opening fruit.",Reserve,50,92,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Mount Veeder 1995 Reserve Red (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mount-veeder-1995-reserve-red-napa-mount-veeder/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Mount Veeder
13,White,US,"Has wonderfully pure aromas of green apples, peaches, spice and smoky oak. Dynamite wine; concentrated and intense without being clumsy. Really focused and pure, with a long, rich finish.",,20,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Michel-Schlumberger 1997 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michel-schlumberger-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Michel-Schlumberger
,Red,US,"It's difficult to believe this is a California wine. It stands out from the crowd and deserves to be judged alongside its Italian counterparts, as it is every bit in their league. Extraordinary fruit and chocolate flavors, and dreams of soil, sex and wildness. Drink it over the next five to ten years.",Reserve,24,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Atlas Peak 1997 Reserve Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/atlas-peak-1997-reserve-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Atlas Peak
,Red,Spain,"Nearly black, this Tempranillo-based wine shows aromas of blackberries and licorice along with a generous helping of oak. Structured and intense, it should age well. Reminiscent of consultant Peter Sisseck's Dominico de Pingus, and at one-fifth the price.",Crianza,30,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Hacienda Monasterio 1995 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hacienda-monasterio-1995-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1995,Hacienda Monasterio
,Red,US,"Nice dusty, berry, spicy aromas. Textbook Dry Creek Zin, with rich, bright berry fruit. Jammy and delicious, with crisp acidity. For fans of kick-butt Zin. Note the high alcohol 14.8%.",Old Vine,20,92,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Fritz 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fritz-1997-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Fritz
,White,US,"A rich wine with good fruit definition and integrated oak. On the midpalate, there are lingering tropical-fruit and spice elements. The finish is layered and long, with a subdued creamy texture. An elegant and engaging wine.",Estate Reserve,26,92,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1997 Estate Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1997-estate-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Laetitia
,Red,Italy,"From the vivid opening fruit centered on black cherries to the long, echoing finish, this is a wine to sit back and enjoy - and you don't even have to wait 10 or 20 years to do it. Even with the wine's remarkable depth and layers of flavor, it's approachable right now.",,29,92,Piedmont,Gattinara,,Travaglini 1995  Gattinara,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/travaglini-1995-nebbiolo-gattinara/,Nebbiolo,1995,Travaglini
,Red,US,"This wine offers balanced and focused fruit from the opening right through to the long, velvety smooth finish. The tannic structure is firm but not aggressive. The wine is drinking beautifully now but should be even better with five to eight years of bottle age.",,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Groth 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Groth
,Red,US,"De Loach really nailed it in '97. It's hard to pick a favorite from among the five “Ranch” Zins, but this big (15.5% alcohol), effusive wine is as good as any. Blackberry fruit explodes from the glass, with lots of vanilla from the American oak. Ripe, round, plummy and aromatic, with fine balance through the finish, which registers just slightly hot.",Pelletti Ranch,20,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 Pelletti Ranch Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-pelletti-ranch-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,De Loach
,Red,Italy,"From vineyards in Avellino, this 100% Aglianico is considered to be the king of Campanian reds. It's aged 18 months in French barriques and it comes across as a baby Barolo. It has Barolo-like concentration and rusticity, and the blackberry and blueberry fruit and chocolate flavors will bowl you over.",,25,92,Southern Italy,Taurasi,,Feudi di San Gregorio 1994  Taurasi,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/feudi-san-gregorio-1994-italian-red-aglianico-taurasi/,Aglianico,1994,Feudi di San Gregorio
,White,US,"The fruit's from a vineyard formerly owned by a Carmelite monastery, hence the name. This is a finely-structured Chardonnay to lay away for a few years. Angular and very tightly wound now, but deep and complex. It will reward the faithful who cellar it.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,30,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 1997 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1997-mt-carmel-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Babcock
,Red,US,"This blend of Zinfandel, Carignane and Refosco (organically grown) is an absolute winner. There's huge brambly fruit, dense and ripe, with a wraparound, jammy finish.",Terra Vin Reserve,22,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vigil 1997 Terra Vin Reserve Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigil-1997-terra-vin-reserve-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Vigil
,White,US,"Plenty to like in this one, with bright aromas of green apples, citrus fruits, and ripe peaches. There's oak, too, but it's under wraps—not overwhelming. Tight, controlled, even austere in the mouth; needs a little time.",,18,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,De Loach
13.6,White,US,"This beauty pulls out all the stops. The aromas veer to tropical fruit and banana, with leesy, buttery notes from toasty oak. The flavors are equally strong, and very spicy. Creamy, rich texture. Doesn't seem to be an ager but sure is delicious now.",Reserve Chalk Hill Vyd,30,92,California,Sonoma,Northern Sonoma,Rodney Strong 1997 Reserve Chalk Hill Vyd Chardonnay (Northern Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1997-reserve-chalk-hill-vyd-chardonnay-sonoma-northern/,Chardonnay,1997,Rodney Strong
,White,US,"Bigger, richer in every way than the regular cuvée, delivering waves of rich, ripe, spicy fruit in a creamy, lushly-textured package. Long, delicious finish.",Reserve,26,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,La Crema 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crema-1997-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,La Crema
,White,US,"The spiciest of Kunde's three single-vineyard Chards. Has ripe peach, apple, pear and tropical-fruit flavors, with smoky, vanilla, and nutty notes from oak. The spices range from cinnamon and ginger to paprika and white pepper. Creamy and deep, with a nutty, complex finish.",Kinneybrook Vineyard,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Kinneybrook Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-kinneybrook-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Kunde
,Sparkling,US,"What is California's best sparkling winery and wine? I vote for Roederer Estate and its prestige cuvée, L'Ermitage. When all of the Champagne houses were buying land in Napa to establish California outposts, Champagne Louis Roederer settled in cool Mendocino County. With its toasty, hazelnut flavors, L'Ermitage is closest of all the American sparklers to Champagne.",L'Ermitage,38,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Roederer Estate 1993 L'Ermitage  (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/roederer-estate-1993-lermitage-sparkling-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Champagne Blend,1993,Roederer Estate
,White,US,"Loaded with apple, peach, citrus and tangerine aromas, while oak lends vanilla and buttered toast notes. Packed with complex citrus, peach, mineral and spice flavors. Crisp acidity and a lush, creamy texture.",C.S. Ridge,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 C.S. Ridge Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-cs-ridge-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Kunde
,Red,Spain,"A rich, earthy wine displaying armloads of crushed berries, meat, minty herbs, and smoke. Has the texture of fine Burgundy, soft and round, with brilliant fruit modulated by good acidity and lush tannins.  A blend of Tempranillo and Cabernet Sauvignon.",Crianza,23,92,Northern Spain,Ribera del Duero,,Arzuaga 1995 Crianza  (Ribera del Duero),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arzuaga-1995-crianza-tempranillo-ribera-duero/,Tempranillo,1995,Arzuaga
13.7,Red,US,"A really solid Zin with plenty of individuality, but also superb varietal correctness. Supple and intense, it's the full ride. Fabulous layered fruit, clean oak and a sublime finish give this the versatility to augment anything from pizza to filet mignon. An unexpected find and really an excellent wine from this Napa label, which almost always succeeds.",,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Grgich Hills 1996 Zinfandel (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/grgich-hills-1996-zinfandel-sonoma/,Zinfandel,1996,Grgich Hills
,Red,US,"From a favored corner of the vineyard. Darker and slightly more concentrated than the estate wine. Bursting with blueberry, chocolate, and spice aromas and flavors. Great texture, softly tannic, fine and chewy.",Los Chamizal Estate Rocky Terr,23,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Haywood 1996 Los Chamizal Estate Rocky Terr Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/haywood-1996-los-chamizal-estate-rocky-terr-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Haywood
,Red,US,"Toasty cinnamon and cocoa notes with a bit of plummy fruit peeking through in the nose; gorgeous, complex flavors of earth, minerals and dried fruit, but soft and velvety with a backbone of tannins and acids to last 20 years. We'd pay ten bucks more for this, easily. Good the previous vintage and better this time.",Crimson Creek,22,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pine Ridge 1997 Crimson Creek Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pine-ridge-1997-crimson-creek-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Pine Ridge
,Red,Italy,"A single-vineyard Brunello that is pure dynamite this wine accomplishes two things: It shows that 1994 was not nearly as bad a vintage in Tuscany as some would have us believe, and it reinforces Caparzo's deserved reputation as master winemakers. With bold fruit and grabbing tannins, this is a beauty with highly extracted fruit and a luscious licorice aroma and flavor.",La Casa Brunello di Montalcino,76,93,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,Caparzo 1994 La Casa Brunello di Montalcino  (Brunello di Montalcino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caparzo-1994-casa-brunello-montalcino-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1994,Caparzo
,Red,Italy,"Toasty, smoky, coffee aromas and dark black cherries on the nose and palate. The structure is impeccable, making it drinkable now and ageable, too. Not overly extracted, but concentrated and so complex it's impossible to describe all the nuances.",L' Apparita,150,93,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 1995 L' Apparita Merlot (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1995-l-apparita-merlot-toscana/,Merlot,1995,Castello di Ama
,Red,US,"A remarkably priced wine that tastes like a reserve wine. Lovely mint and plum aromas, with pretty flavors of chocolate and plums on a long finish with soft tannins. For drinking over the next ten years.",,21,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Swanson
13.5,Red,Spain,"A single-vineyard, 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Intense color and a bouquet of wood and bitter cherries lead into a rich, meaty palate, with cedar and caramel flavors along with serious tannins giving a powerful, dry finish.",El Moli,29,93,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1994 El Moli Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1994-el-moli-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Raimat
,Dessert,France,"I have long enjoyed Dr. Parcé's dry red wines made under the Collioure appellation label. Banyuls is the traditional dessert wine of the region. This is fabulous, with its open-knit, candied character, dried roses and a touch of mint. It finishes long and soft, with every nuance tightly defined. It's not cheap, but it's special.",Cuvée La Coume,55,93,Languedoc-Roussillon,Banyuls,,Domaine du Mas Blanc 1996 Cuvée La Coume  (Banyuls),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-mas-blanc-1996-cuvee-coume-red-banyuls/,Red Blend,1996,Domaine du Mas Blanc
13.6,Red,US,"The best Sycamore in years. Stunning concentration and integrity of aromas and fruit. Characteristic berry and cassis aromas with mint, cedar and smoke. Oaky and powerful. Tremendous depth of flavor; pure and delicious. So easy to drink, it's frightening. A dynamite Napa Cab from a fabulous year.",Sycamore Vineyards,39,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1994 Sycamore Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1994-sycamore-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Freemark Abbey
,Red,Italy,"One of Ama's single-vineyard bottlings, this meets the requirements to be called Riserva, yet is never labeled as such. Tautly acidic, yet beautifully balanced by ample cherry-raspberry fruit. The finish is huge - long and wonderfully layered.",Cru Bellavista,150,93,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Ama 1995 Cru Bellavista  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1995-cru-bellavista-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello di Ama
,Red,Italy,"The purest of Piedmont fruit bombs, with a body that just won't quit. Full, youthful grapey aromas are followed by tannins so fine and dense they can only be described as beautiful. Heavy black-cherry fruit mingles with creamy oak. Fabulous complexity will only develop further with aging. A marvelous red to lay down in the cellar for at least five to ten years.",Fasêt,70,93,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Ceretto 1996 Fasêt  (Barbaresco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ceretto-1996-faset-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1996,Ceretto
,Red,Italy,"A 100% Sangiovese that goes beyond Chianti Classico and then surpasses most of the Brunellos currently on the market. Some might find it expensive, but the value quotient is phenomenal given the quality. With this stunning Super Tuscan it is all about the vineyard, which lies on the southern border of the Chianti Classico region.",Fontalloro,60,93,Tuscany,Tuscany,,Fattoria di Felsina 1995 Fontalloro Sangiovese (Tuscany),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fattoria-felsina-1995-fontalloro-sangiovese-tuscany/,Sangiovese,1995,Fattoria di Felsina
,Red,US,"A briary, full-throttle wine with a ripe, appealing nose. Plenty of bright, forward fruit; strawberry preserves and raspberry jam pleasantly mingled with cocoa and toast. Wonderful spicy highlights of cinnamon and allspice. This one is really something, with exceptionally jammy fruit, great balance, and alcohol (13.8%) right where it should be.",The Zin,22,93,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 1997 The Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,M. Cosentino
13.7,White,US,"The old-vines fruit in the blend really drives the character of this superb, stately wine. One of Napa's finest whites, and what a price for such quality. A buttery texture and overt grapefruit flavor vie for premier billing. Terrific and on a par with the Loire's best.",Reserve,17,93,California,California Other,California,Flora Springs 1997 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1997-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Flora Springs
,Red,US,"This Anderson Valley producer has a very good reputation but still manages to keep things reasonable; if this wine had come from Napa, it would likely be priced above $30. It has soft plum and smoke aromas, and complex tar and blackberry flavors. The tannins are soft. Overall it's delicious.",,22,94,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino Ridge,Greenwood Ridge 1996 Merlot (Mendocino Ridge),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/greenwood-ridge-1996-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-ridge/,Merlot,1996,Greenwood Ridge
,Sparkling,France,"When most prestige cuvées are priced in the $85–$150 range, it is gratifying to note that Piper-Heidsieck's Rare is so reasonable. Made with 65% Pinot Noir, 35% Char-donnay, the Rare's pedigree is flawless—all the grapes are from grand cru villages. It's medium-bodied and quite dry, with lots of acidity to keep it young and lively.",Cuvée Rare Réservée Brut,65,94,Champagne,Champagne,,Piper-Heidsieck 1988 Cuvée Rare Réservée Brut  (Champagne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/piper-heidsieck-1988-cuvee-rare-reservee-brut-sparkling-champagne/,Champagne Blend,1988,Piper-Heidsieck
,Red,US,"Extremely complex aromas of black currants, violets, oak, cedar, and, yes, Rutherford dust. Very fine and complete, really classy, and already generous. Velvety and complex. These days, this is a relative bargain for a wine of this quality. There's a lot of Merlot in the blend, but I felt compelled to include it anyway.",Trilogy,45,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Flora Springs 1996 Trilogy Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1996-trilogy-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Flora Springs
,Red,France,"From the same man who brought you the great Les Abeilles Côtes-du-Rhône, here's a sensational Cornas. Great as it is, it will cause raised eyebrows at this price. You wouldn't quibble if this were a Hermitage or Côte-Rôtie, but $60 for a Cornas? Yet it's worth it. A big, layered, chewy wine that wears its oak gracefully.",Les Ruchets,62,94,Rhône Valley,Cornas,,Jean-Luc Colombo 1997 Les Ruchets  (Cornas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jean-luc-colombo-1997-ruchets-red-cornas/,Red Blend,1997,Jean-Luc Colombo
,Red,Spain,"This wine comes from a single 28-acre vineyard at 750 feet above sea level. It has deep, cherry-red color and pure black-currant flavors along with austere tannins. A serious, classic Cabernet, full of tannins and wood flavors. This needs keeping for many years. Best Buy.",Vallorba,12,94,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1994 Vallorba Cabernet Sauvignon (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1994-vallorba-cabernet-sauvignon-costers-segre/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1994,Raimat
,White,US,"Ed Sbragia has been crafting the wines at Beringer for a long time, and this is his signature Chardonnay. A complex, perfumed nose of apples, earth, hazelnuts and spices makes you linger before drinking. Full-bodied yet elegant and impeccably balanced, the wine coats the palate with apple, spice and toasty oak flavors. The finish is beautiful. I'd want my name on it, too, if I made it.",Sbragia Limited Release,40,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1997 Sbragia Limited Release Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1997-sbragia-limited-release-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Beringer
,Red,Spain,"Yes, $50 is a stretch, but not for one of the finest Grenache-based wines in the world. The concentration is amazing, yet the wine isn't heavy or cloying. The tannins are plentiful, but velvety smooth. Cellar it for years, then marvel at how little you paid for it.",,50,94,Catalonia,Priorat,,Clos Erasmus 1996 Grenache (Priorat),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-erasmus-1996-grenache-priorat/,Grenache,1996,Clos Erasmus
,Red,France,"In 1996 this extraordinary producer of Hermitage made a wine for the long haul. At release, it displayed superb fruit, bacon, anise, and tobacco flavors, all enveloped by huge tannins. Now it is going through a dumb stage, though the structure is there. Give it ten or 15 years and it will become something extraordinary.",,65,94,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,J.L. Chave 1996  Hermitage,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jl-chave-1996-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,J.L. Chave
,Red,Italy,"A wine style for mature adults. Enjoying an Amarone requires patience and understanding-you must let this wine open, preferably in a decanter. At the table, there is nothing better suited to game, mushrooms or strong cheeses. This might even be a value at $80.",Recioto Superiore,40,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella Classico,,Allegrini 1993 Recioto Superiore  (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/allegrini-1993-recioto-superiore-red-amarone-della-valpolicella-classico/,Red Blend,1993,Allegrini
13.5,Red,Italy,"One of the most satisfying wines I have had in a long time. A blend of Negro-amaro (80%) and four other red grapes crafted by the brothers Apollonio in southern Italy. Deep red with aromas of ripe black cherries, nutmeg and leather. An extraordinary wine that could probably sell in the $25 range.",,10,95,Southern Italy,Copertino,,Apollonio 1997 Red (Copertino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/apollonio-1997-red-copertino/,Red Blend,1997,Apollonio
,Red,Australia,"Nearly as impressive as The Armagh at less than half the price. The color is almost black; the aromas are of black fruit, chocolate, smoke and toasty oak. This is an incredibly luscious, chewy wine, and what it lacks in finesse it makes up for with extravagant flavor and balance.",Patriarch,30,92,South Australia,Eden Valley,,David Wynn 1995 Patriarch Shiraz (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-wynn-1995-patriarch-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-eden-valley/,Shiraz,1995,David Wynn
12,White,US,"A perennial favorite among those who believe Riesling has a home in California. Floral, dry and crisp, this wine does not suffer from low acidity. Simple and fruity, it overflows with orange rind, honeydew and citrus flavors.",Dry Estate Bottled,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Trefethen 1998 Dry Estate Bottled Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trefethen-1998-dry-estate-bottled-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,1998,Trefethen
13.4,Red,US,"A large-scale wine at a modest price, this Pinot is well-structured and cellar worthy. There's very nice cherry fruit with earthy accents and lots of oak. Feels round and fairly full in the mouth. The tannins on the back end show its ageworthy quality, but it is already smooth.",Carneros,16,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Carneros Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-carneros-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Sweet, herbaceous, earthy nose. Earthy, ripe black-cherry flavors with a mineral note. Well balanced, with moderate tannins. Soft, charming and ready to drink.",,9,86,California,California Other,California,Talus 1997 Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talus-1997-red-other/,Red Blend,1997,Talus
,Red,France,"Puts to shame a lot of California wines in the same price category. It has earthy, mushroomy and dried black-cherry aromas, with the same flavors. Soft and drinking well now, and will hold over the next three to four years.",,9,86,Bordeaux,Bordeaux,,LaCour Pavillon 1996  Bordeaux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lacour-pavillon-1996-red-bordeaux/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,LaCour Pavillon
14,White,US,"California Viogniers often call to mind chocolate milk, for their chocolaty-fruity flavors and creamy texture, and this one is no exception. Fruity-sweet, with lively acidity, but lacks a certain elegance and is a bit heavy-handed.",Special Collection,15,85,California,South Coast,Temecula,Callaway 1998 Special Collection Viognier (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-special-collection-viognier-south-coast-temecula/,Viognier,1998,Callaway
,Red,US,"An excellent value from one of California's most consistent producers. Funky in the nose, but the aromas blow off to reveal spicy, juicy, brambly blackberry and currant fruit. The soft tannins allow for drinking now.",Vintner's Blend,11,85,California,California Other,California,Ravenswood 1997 Vintner's Blend Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1997-vintners-blend-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Ravenswood
13.5,Red,US,"Floral and almond scents on the nose, along with stone fruits—Queen Anne cherries? Sharp, almost bitter on the palate and into the finish, which is tart and shows good length.",SketchBook Collection,23,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Mendocino Collection 1997 SketchBook Collection Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-collection-1997-sketchbook-merlot-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Merlot,1997,Mendocino Collection
13.5,Red,US,"Candied black cherries, even strawberry, fruit dominates the nose and palate of this Pinot Noir. With a nice feel, moderate acidity, it finishes with tart cherry flavors and moderate tannins. Good; pleasing, in a simple way.",,19,83,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Husch 1997 Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/husch-1997-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Husch
,White,US,"From two famed vineyards, this Rhône specialist has crafted a superb Viognier. Strikes a fascinating balance between the fruity, wildflower side and the mineral, herbal one. Gentle, complex and powerful. Stands out in any crowd.",Alban/Durell Vineyards,20,93,California,California Other,California,Edmunds St John 1998 Alban/Durell Vineyards Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-1998-alban-durell-viognier-other/,Viognier,1998,Edmunds St John
,Red,US,"Very young now, with grapey aromas, but a few months in bottle will tame it. Very rich, satisfying wine; supple and intense. Has chocolaty-plummy aromas and flavors, and is dry and rich. Lots to like.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 1998 Mourvèdre (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1998-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Mourvèdre,1998,Foxen
,White,US,"Somewhat closed now, but airing reveals complex mineral aromas of shellac, urethane, citrus, anise and mint. Tastes very dry, astringent and austere. An aloof, challenging wine of low hedonistic value and great complexity. Needs age. 50% Marsanne, 30% Viognier, 20% Roussanne.",Tablas Blanc,30,92,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 1997 Tablas Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-1997-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,1997,Tablas Creek
13.8,Red,US,"Deep red-cherry fruit, with some herbal, barnyardy and smoky nuances. Lots of plump blackberry fruit, with nice acidity to balance. Good mouthfeel and a long, mouthwatering finish. Dense, yet elegant and complex.",Hirsch Vineyard,42,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Coast,Siduri 1997 Hirsch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1997-hirsch-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-coast/,Pinot Noir,1997,Siduri
,Red,US,"Shows the elegance and grace expected in Clos du Val wines, combined with deep rich fruit that leads to a long, silky finish. It should improve in the bottle for seven to ten years.",Reserve,65,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Clos du Val
,Red,US,"Smells young, with plum, currant, and earth aromas. Tastes young and fresh and bold, very extracted and rich. Quite tannic now, but has the stuffing for the long haul. Not to be confused with Qupé's Bien Nacido Reserve.",Bien Nacido Hillside Estate,35,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1997 Bien Nacido Hillside Estate Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1997-bien-nacido-hillside-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Qupé
,White,US,"A pretty wine that strikes a nice balance between oak and natural fruity complexity. Has powerful aromas of tropical fruit veering into banana, and creamy-leesy notes. Has a soft, creamy mouthfeel. Very pure apple and citrus fruit flavors, with bright, zesty acidity.",,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Babcock
,Red,Australia,"Explosive aromas of roasted coffee, cocoa, pepper, blackberry and smoke. Has tremendous finesse, not powerfully fruity but exceptionally balanced and harmonious. Dry, elegant, and tannic, and will certainly improve with age. One of the few single-vineyard wines Penfolds produces.",Magill Estate,47,91,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1996 Magill Estate Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1996-magill-estate-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1996,Penfolds
,Red,Portugal,"This limited-production big-bodied red is a massive, unfiltered wine requiring decanting (to drink now). Extremely deep and earthy, it is 95% Trincadeira. Features a baked complexity, fine depth of fruit and a very long finish of charred oak and smoke. Expensive, but worthy of exploration. 1,125 cases made.",Pera-Manca,60,91,Alentejo,,,Fundação Eugenio Almeida 1994 Pera-Manca Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fundacao-eugenio-almeida-1994-pera-manca-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,1994,Fundação Eugenio Almeida
,Red,US,"Excellent depth of color. Nose of dark-berry fruit. More dark berries on the palate and a touch of tobacco and coffee, too, with mouth-coating tannins. Full and elegant, promises much future pleasure. Needs 3 to 5 years (at least!), or decant 1 to 2 hours before serving. Cellar Selection.",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hess Collection 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Hess Collection
,Red,US,"Bruce's Sonoma bottling offers rich berry fruit, with leather, cedar, and coffee notes on the nose. Lush on the palate, with opulent black fruit. A tasty finish of great length. A full and juicy wine; really good stuff.",,24,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,David Bruce 1997 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,David Bruce
,Red,US,"Blackberry fruit, loads of earthy notes, with tar and licorice accents. Very deep. Complex, with very dark fruit. Gamy, with licorice and black-tea flavors. Good mouthfeel, long full finish, and a unique personality. Needs 3 to 5 years.",Selleck Vineyard,80,91,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 1996 Selleck Vineyard Pinot Noir (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1996-selleck-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Pinot Noir,1996,Calera
13.4,Red,US,"Opens with a very complex nose of cherries, violets, herbs and stewed fruits. Deeply concentrated, with sour cherries, earth, and leather on the palate, and a rich mouth-coating finish. Lots of dimension. A big wine; give it 2 to 4 years or more.",Mt. Carmel Vineyard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 1997 Mt. Carmel Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1997-mt-carmel-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Babcock
,White,US,"Powerful aromas of smoke, vanilla, peach, citrus and oak. Very rich and full-bodied, with deep, pure fruit flavors. Bone dry and complex, with exquisite balance and control.",,28,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alban 1998 Viognier (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-1998-viognier-central-coast-edna-valley/,Viognier,1998,Alban
,Red,US,"Shows plum, chocolate, smoke, coffee and tobacco notes. Very rich and fruity, with pretty tannins. Soft but rich. Balanced and harmonious, and very dry.",Morehouse Vineyard,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 1997 Morehouse Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1997-morehouse-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1997,Foxen
,White,US,"Has terrific complexity in the nose, with citrus, peach, smoke, spice and mineral notes. Tastes very dry and complex. It's tight and minerally, with high acidity. Not showing much fruit but seems built for aging.",Alban Vineyard,25,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 1997 Alban Vineyard Roussanne (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1997-alban-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast-edna-valley/,Roussanne,1997,Qupé
,Red,US,"Very rich chocolate, plum and allspice aromas, like a pudding. Classy. From low-yielding old vines, and it shows in the intensity and density. Deft winemaking keeps it from being ponderous. Really alive and fresh; try with braised lamb shank and wild mushrooms.",Small Berry,24,91,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1997 Small Berry Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1997-small-berry-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,1997,Cline
,White,US,"Opens with a blast of spice, anise, white peach, white chocolate and mint. Very rich and extracted, it coats the palate with fruit nectar and spice, but it's bone dry. Balanced and distinguished; a crowd-pleaser.",,20,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1997 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1997-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,1997,Beringer
13.8,Red,US,"Impressive intensity but a bit tight at the moment.  Dark cherries, violets, herbs, chocolate, and minerals on the nose.  Very fine depth of fruit and an excellent full mouthfeel.  Firm structure with slightly drying tannins.  All the elements are there; give it 2 to 3 years.",Estate,28,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1997 Estate Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1997-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Talley
,Red,US,"A lively wine with brilliant fruit laid over supple tannins. The center is delicious, with spreading layers of black plum fruit, edged by a chocolate/coffee aura. Quite a tasty wine.",,26,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Robert Mondavi
13.5,Red,US,"A complex, rosy, black-cherry, smoky, and briary nose opens to a dense, chewy palate of deep red fruits. Somewhat tight right now, but with the tannins and acidity to balance the massive fruit. This will benefit from 2 to 4 years in the cellar.",Showcase Selection,30,91,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 Showcase Selection Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-showcase-selection-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Mirassou
14,Red,US,"Pine, berry, and orange-blossom aromas announce this substantial offering from the former Maison Deutz. Big sour-cherry fruit, chocolate, oak and spice flavors, a full mouthfeel, and a very long, rich finish.",Estate Reserve,33,91,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Laetitia 1997 Estate Reserve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/laetitia-1997-estate-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Laetitia
13.5,Red,US,"A deep and concentrated wine. Black cherries, stewed fruits, and toasty oak entice the nose and dance on the palate of this young but full and luscious Pinot Noir. Elegant, shows great winemaking skill, and needs 1 to 3 years to evolve.",Rochioli Vineyard,50,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1997 Rochioli Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-rochioli-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gary Farrell
,Red,US,"DTR's top-of-the-line red blend, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and Syrah. Held back for four years before release, this beauty has developed bottle bouquet of leather, tar, earth, cigar box and vanilla, with a lovely plum note. Ultrarich and complex on the palate, big, but dry and fine. A great food wine.",Noir Grande Année,20,91,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 1995 Noir Grande Année Red (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-1995-noir-grande-annee-red-sierra-foothills/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1995,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,White,US,"A silky and elegant wine from an excellent vintage, opening with lemony/appley aromas and flavors, leading to an extended finish with deep spice and integrated, balanced oak.",Ovation,40,92,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Joseph Phelps 1997 Ovation Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1997-ovation-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Joseph Phelps
,White,US,"As oaky as they get. Leesy, too. Sends out waves of smoky vanilla, peach and tropical fruit aromas. Tastes rich and oaky, with a creamy, round mouthfeel. It has an intensity of flavors that lasts well into the finish. Tasted from a prerelease sample.",Bien Nacido Les Nuits Blanches,40,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 Bien Nacido Les Nuits Blanches Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-bien-nacido-nuits-blanches-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Au Bon Climat
,Red,France,"A stunning blend of Mourvèdre and Syrah from the Languedoc, this wine simply won't quit giving great flavor. There's star anise on the nose, fading into dried pear and herbal essence. One taste and you'll be packing your bags and headed for Montpeyroux.",Montpeyroux,,92,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Domaine d'Aupilhac 1996 Montpeyroux Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-daupilhac-1996-montpeyroux-red-coteaux/,Red Blend,1996,Domaine d'Aupilhac
,Red,US,"The South Coast is doing a great job with Syrah and may be this varietal's future in California. Bursting with earth, berry, violet, and gamy notes. Succulent flavors of berry and plum grow on you. Really seductive. This is what Merlot tries to be, yummy and delicious. A hat's-off Syrah.",,17,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1996 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1996,Fess Parker
,White,US,"Tons of tropical fruit, anise, tangerine and oak in the nose. Steely and crisp, with beautiful, long, rich spicy fruit flavors. A seductive wine, delicious and satisfying. Tasted from a prerelease sample.",Alban Vineyard,35,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 Alban Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-alban-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Au Bon Climat
,White,US,"Before you is this amber, almost apple-cider-colored wine. You breathe in some of the classy, subdued quince and vanilla aromas. Then you taste the powerful nutty, baked-apple flavors and you have it all figured out: This is a blue-chip beauty with fabulous complexity and quality from head to toe. Corton-Charlemagne meets its match.",,24,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Craig 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-craig-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Robert Craig
,Red,US,"A superb wine showing rich and concentrated black-cherry fruit leading toward a long, deep finish. The fruit is edged by chocolate, violets and whiffs of tobacco. If there is better Sangiovese made in California, I haven't tasted it.",Pietre Rosse,30,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dalla Valle 1997 Pietre Rosse Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dalla-valle-1997-pietre-rosse-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Dalla Valle
,White,US,"Very aromatic, with lots of tropical fruit, citrus, spice and lees notes. Intensely fruity and spicy, really sears the palate with flavor, like the essence of fruit, but bone dry. A wonderful, complex, powerful wine with a long, rich finish.",,30,93,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 1997 Viognier (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1997-viognier-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Viognier,1997,Calera
,Red,France,"What wonders lie beneath the surface of this tight-as-a-drum baby. Thick as a brick and barely revealing its charm now, this is a wine for the cellar. Monstrous oak is absorbed by the heft of the wine and enviable structure. Will almost certainly become brighter as the years go by.",La Chapelle,80,93,Rhône Valley,Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1996 La Chapelle  (Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1996-chapelle-red-hermitage/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
13.6,White,US,"Fairly dark in color, a rich old-gold hue. Smells intensely fruity, with piercing aromas of pineapple and mango complexed with smoky oak, butter, spices and lees. Frankly delicious. Drinks thick and unctuous. Very flashy wine, dry and strong, seductive, a real crowd-pleaser. Designed to dazzle, and does.",Reserve Barrel Fermented,24,93,California,California Other,California,Flora Springs 1997 Reserve Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/flora-springs-1997-reserve-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Flora Springs
,White,US,"Anyone fond of power-packed, oaky California will go absolutely gaga over this gem from one of this country's best wineries. Sweet vanilla, buttercream, bread dough and pronounced wood on the nose and an impressive flavor-to-body ratio make this an unbridled winner. Deft and flawless, this is a treat to drink. Filled with life, it will reward those who buy it by the case and consume it over the ensuing 24 months.",,17,93,California,California Other,California,Ridge 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Ridge
13.6,Red,US,"Opens with a dark, rich nose with deep black fruits, cassis, bacon and spice. Very dense for Pinot Noir, almost Rhône-like. Deep, inky and tight right now. Great finish, with broad mouth-coating tannins. Try in 2 to 4 years.",Grande Cuvée-Estate,40,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 1997 Grande Cuvée-Estate Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1997-grande-cuvee-estate-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Babcock
14,Red,US,"So dense it's almost impenetrable, with fruit and anise notes.  Tight, but packed with raspberry and cassis fruit. Very thick, rich mouthfeel.",Rosemary's-Talley Vineyard,50,93,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 Rosemary's-Talley Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-rosemarys-talley-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Au Bon Climat
,White,US,"Smells important. Impressively complex aromas of tropical fruit, oak, spice, lees and buttered toast; distinguished. Very spicy, buttery, creamy and fruity. Ultraclean, tight and nervous. Needs time. Very high quality.",,38,93,California,Central Coast,Mount Harlan,Calera 1996 Chardonnay (Mount Harlan),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/calera-1996-chardonnay-central-coast-mount-harlan/,Chardonnay,1996,Calera
,Red,US,"Deep fruit and toasty oak on the nose, with Burgundian earthy, barnyardy notes. Very rich, concentrated black-cherry and berry fruit. Long finish with opulent sweet fruit and ripe tannins. Gets better and better as it opens.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,42,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 1997 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1997-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-santa-barbara-county-6140/,Pinot Noir,1997,Sanford
,Red,US,"A great wine at a good price. Has pretty aromas, with black cherry, anise, bacon, plum, oak and spice. Really sumptuous textures and flavors, deft and complex. No one fruit flavor stands out but it has impeccable balance and harmony.",Les Coteaux,20,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Andrew Murray 1997 Les Coteaux Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1997-coteaux-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Andrew Murray
14.1,Red,US,"Aromatically dense, with a nose of spicy black fruits, cumin, Asian spices and dried flowers. Tasty dark-cherry, spicy, cola flavors. Full mouthfeel. Long and complex, with a lovely, rich mouthfilling finish. Excellent integration and structure; gorgeous now and will age.",,24,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Clos La Chance 1997 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-chance-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1997,Clos La Chance
,Red,US,"Exceedingly fine aromas of cherry and smoke, with a perfume of smoked meat and peppery notes. Rich and fine, a star of the vintage, so round and complete. Delivers tiers of fruit but is wonderfully balanced. Almost Burgundian in its soft complexity.",JK Vineyard,20,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Lane Tanner 1997 JK Vineyard Syrah (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-1997-jk-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Syrah,1997,Lane Tanner
,Red,US,"There's a good chance you haven't heard of this wine, but drop what you're doing and try to track some down. Its brilliantly pure nose literally explodes from the glass and then gets better with time. Textured but not overdone, this is perfectly ripe Napa fruit from Rutherford and Howell Mountain brought to market with a masterful touch. Sublime vanilla and chocolaty notes in the bouquet, on the palate, and on the finish.",,30,95,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Karl Lawrence 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karl-lawrence-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Karl Lawrence
,Red,Australia,"This wine, Australia's most famous, is literally black. Aroma of sweet charred American oak dominates, with associated vanilla. Underneath is pepper, tobacco, spice and blackberry; complex and beautiful. Tremendous extract, marvelously thick like fruit purée, enormous and bone dry. The finish lasts forever. A huge, effusive wine that needs 15 years to settle down. 89% Shiraz and 11% Cabernet Sauvignon.",Grange,163,96,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1994 Grange Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1994-grange-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1994,Penfolds
,White,US,"Rich aromas of tropical fruit—pineapple and guava—are a lovely treat. But when it enters your mouth, it comes across as fat, heavy and clumsy. Worst of all, the flavors hinted at by the nose are nowhere to be found.",Signet Collection,15,80,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Signet Collection Tocai (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-signet-collection-italian-white-tocai-central-coast-monterey-county/,Tocai,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Raisiny, caramelized, burnt-sugar scents. Flavors are short, tannic and burnt.",Palisade Vyd,17,80,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Clos du Val 1997 Palisade Vyd Zinfandel (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1997-palisade-vyd-zinfandel-napa-stags-leap-district/,Zinfandel,1997,Clos du Val
,White,Chile,Mild floral aromas and clean flavors. Too typical of central valley Chard. Kind of flat and vague.,,10,80,Rancagua,,,Canepa 1998 Chardonnay (Rancagua),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canepa-1998-chardonnay-rancagua/,Chardonnay,1998,Canepa
11.7,White,US,"Musky, lychee scents are characteristic of the varietal. Not particularly spicy though. It's finished with some residual sugar and comes across as sweet and lacking flavor. A wine for soda drinkers.",,8,80,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Gewürztraminer (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-gewurztraminer-other/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Fetzer
,Red,US,"A light, simple, fruity wine with a bit of white pepper to liven it up.",,18,81,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Elizabeth 1997 Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elizabeth-1997-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Elizabeth
14,Red,US,"Raisiny, overripe nose, with some earthy, dirty scents. Sour cherry and cranberry flavors and chalky tannins; a sour, not very pleasant finish.",Mad Zin,12,81,California,California Other,California,Kempton Clark 1997 Mad Zin Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kempton-clark-1997-mad-zin-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Kempton Clark
,Red,Chile,"Thin and minty in the nose. Short on richness in the palate, but relatively clean. Good weight and body. Not much complexity to speak of. A very basic quaffing Cabernet.",Reserva,9,82,Maipo Valley,,,Santa Carolina 1997 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-carolina-1997-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-maipo-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Santa Carolina
12,White,US,A fairly simple but very gluggable wine with flavors on the grapefruit/floral side. The finish is just off-dry.,Dry,9,82,California,Central Valley,Clarksburg,Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Dry Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1998-dry-chenin-blanc-central-valley-clarksburg/,Chenin Blanc,1998,Dry Creek Vineyard
,Red,Spain,Lots of chocolate (oak) flavors override cranberry fruit. Lacks a little something in the midpalate and finishes short. Undistinguished.,Reserva,12,82,Central Spain,Valdepeñas,,Vegaval Plata 1993 Reserva Tempranillo (Valdepeñas),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vegaval-plata-1993-reserva-tempranillo-valdepenas/,Tempranillo,1993,Vegaval Plata
14.5,Red,US,Light raspberry fruit leads into a simple and clean wine without much character.,Estate Grown,16,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Ballentine 1997 Estate Grown Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ballentine-1997-estate-grown-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Ballentine
13.5,Red,US,A green streak from the aromas through the cherry fruit on the palate coupled with sharp acidity and a hard tannic edge mark this wine. Not in balance.,Reserve,23,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Broadley 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadley-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Broadley
,Red,Spain,"Berry fruit mingles with mild wood accents. Lacks punch. Well made, just short on flavor and character.",Rioja Crianza,12,82,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1995 Rioja Crianza  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1995-rioja-crianza-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1995,Marqués de Cáceres
,Red,Chile,"Simple aromas indicate a simple wine, and that's what this is. Some light berry fruit, but the flavors are thin and slightly off. Short on integration as oak sits atop the wine. Friendly enough with its cherry and cassis fruit, but a tad green.",,10,82,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Luis Felipe Edwards
13.6,Red,US,"Plum, pepper, cinnamon and clove on the nose make for an interesting spicy start. But the fruit flavors are candied.",,18,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Peterson 1997 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peterson-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Peterson
12.5,Red,US,"Aromas of cherry, smoke, orange and brush open to sour-cherry and herb flavors. However, the fruit cannot compete with the astringent qualities that mark so many 1997 Oregon Pinot Noirs.",,16,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 1997 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1997-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Amity
,Red,US,"Fine complex nose mixes spice, briar, pie cherry, coffee and barnyard. Flavors are pleasant, with plummy fruit, but overall the wine doesn't have much depth or power. Finishes tannic and a little bitter.",Block 7,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Hendry 1997 Block 7 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hendry-1997-block-7-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Hendry
11,White,US,"Sweet-tart green-apple aromas yell “Riesling” in a voice that's just too California—too ripe, too sweet, too heavy. Even a slight prickle can't liven it up enough to warrant a big score. Still, it's well made, and should partner Chinese take-out ably enough if you're not in the mood for a beer.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Johannisberg Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-riesling-johannisberg-other/,Johannisberg Riesling,1998,Fetzer
,White,US,"Light gold in color, it offers up some pineapple and vanilla notes, along with an overripe pear quality on the nose. In the mouth, the flavors seem somewhat disjointed—the vanilla-oak component fights with with the modest fruit instead of complementing it. The finish is short and sweet.",,7,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Paul Thomas 1997 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-thomas-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Paul Thomas
13.5,Red,US,"Nose a bit dumb. Very tart cherry flavors with nuances of dried fruits and flowers on the palate. Too thin. Finishes sour with sharp, green tannins.",Reserve,45,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Rex Hill
,Red,Chile,"Plump and fruity, with a flavor profile veering toward red cherries and plums. Not a bad Chilean Cab, with indications that some Merlot and/or Carmenère has been blended in. A simple everyday selection with soft, almost nonexistent tannins. A fruity, creamy aftertaste closes things down.",Reserve Selection,8,83,Maule Valley,,,Santa Amelia 1997 Reserve Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Maule Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-amelia-1997-reserve-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-maule-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Santa Amelia
14,Red,US,"A tart, spicy, very dry, tannic, slightly grapey wine.",Lopez Ranch,18,83,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Kempton Clark 1997 Lopez Ranch Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kempton-clark-1997-lopez-ranch-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kempton Clark
,Red,US,"A simple, rough-hewn Cabernet of modest berry-cherry aromas and flavors and some raspy tannins. Not much more to say, except that it's the second label of Stag's Leap Wine Cellars.",,9,83,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Hawk Crest
,Red,US,"A forward, fruity nose and a spritziness in the mouth. It's light and fresh-tasting, but the grapes could be anything.",Vineyard Select,10,83,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Parducci 1997 Vineyard Select Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/parducci-1997-vineyard-select-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1997,Parducci
,Red,US,"A toasty nose overwhelms you with coffee and chocolate, but the fruit can't keep up with the oak. Tart, tannic, bitter and leafy.",Liar's Dice,16,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1997 Liar's Dice Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1997-liars-dice-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"A simple, fruity wine with some spritzy, plummy fruit.",,12,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Taft Street 1997 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/taft-street-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Taft Street
13.6,White,US,"On the nose there are some faint orange, peach and oak scents, but it doesn't offer a lot of intensity. A light, pretty wine with maybe a bit too much oak.",,13,83,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Paraiso Vineyards 1997 Pinot Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1997-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,US,"This blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Merlot features a simple, easy-to-like nose of jammy black currants and blackberries, but turns a bit syrupy on the palate and then falls flat on the finish. Lacks definitive structure, so drink now.",,9,83,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Paul Thomas 1997 Red (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-thomas-1997-red-other/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1997,Paul Thomas
13,Red,US,"A tangy, spicy Pinot at a bargain price. Sweet and fruity; almost candied raspberry fruit. Fairly high acidity to balance the sweet fruit. Decent quaff at the price.",,8,83,California,California Other,California,Mountain View 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountain-view-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Mountain View
13.5,White,US,"Fans of heavy oak will love this wine. Happily, there is a nugget of ripe fruit at the center, which saves it in the nick of time from being completely over-the-top.",,17,83,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Byington 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byington-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Byington
,White,Italy,"Floral and almond scents on the nose, along with stone fruits—Queen Anne cherries? Sharp, almost bitter on the palate and into the finish, which is tart and shows good length.",,11,84,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Teruzzi & Puthod 1997  Vernaccia di San Gimignano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teruzzi-puthod-1997-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,1997,Teruzzi & Puthod
13.5,Red,US,"Floral and almond scents on the nose, along with stone fruits—Queen Anne cherries? Sharp, almost bitter on the palate and into the finish, which is tart and shows good length.",SketchBook Collection,23,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Mendocino Collection 1997 SketchBook Collection Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-collection-1997-sketchbook-collection-merlot-mendocino-29423/,Merlot,1997,Mendocino Collection
14.5,Red,US,"This is tough, chewy Zinfandel; fruity and one-dimensional, with overripe, port-like flavors.",The Monster,18,84,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Norman 1997 The Monster Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/norman-1997-the-monster-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Norman
,Red,Chile,"A little green and closed, it seems to be just a notch or two short of being special. There's good life to the fruit, but there's also a heavy minty quality and a bit too much American oak flavor. A relatively new and unusual (for Chile) effort with this grape by winemaker Álvaro Espinoza. Will likely be a better wine in future years.",Reserve,14,84,Chile,,,Carmen 1997 Reserve Petite Sirah (Chile),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmen-1997-reserve-petite-sirah/,Petite Sirah,1997,Carmen
,Red,US,"Bright cherry, raspberry, tea scents. Cherry spice and leathery flavors on the palate, with a correct mouthfeel and a ripe cherry finish. Good fruit makes it a good casual Pinot.",,20,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Morgan 1997 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Morgan
,White,US,A medium-weight Chardonnay with the oak hand somewhat overplayed. The center is toasty and warm but the finish is dominated by new-oak flavors.,Arroyo Vista Vyd,25,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,J. Lohr 1996 Arroyo Vista Vyd Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-lohr-1996-arroyo-vista-vyd-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1996,J. Lohr
,Red,US,"Restrained, lean, subtle black-fruit nose. Soft, round, elegant fruit flavors. Very accessible, with nuances of black cherries. True Pinot Noir character. For drinking now and within the next year, perhaps two at most.",,6,84,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Sutter Home
13.5,Red,US,"Floral and almond scents on the nose, along with stone fruits—Queen Anne cherries? Sharp, almost bitter on the palate and into the finish, which is tart and shows good length.",SketchBook Collection,23,84,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Mendocino Collection 1997 SketchBook Collection Merlot (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mendocino-collection-1997-sketchbook-collection-merlot-mendocino-58420/,Merlot,1997,Mendocino Collection
,Red,US,"Light, mild red-fruit nose. Medium texture and body, with black-cherry notes and a slight sweetness on the palate. I was surprised to find the '96 vintage still available in stores. For drinking now through 2002.",,7,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,M.G. Vallejo 1996 Red (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mg-vallejo-1996-red-sonoma-county/,Red Blend,1996,M.G. Vallejo
,White,US,"Bright and penetrating apricot/peach scents burst from the glass. But as with most California Viogniers, the nose is its best feature; the palate impression is one of weight and richness without finesse or elegance.",Signet Collection,16,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Signet Collection Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-signet-collection-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
14.5,Red,US,"Soft, with pleasing vanilla scents. It's easy-going and fruity, with a peppery finish that is fairly short and a little on the tough side. The wine isn't big enough to support this much tannin.",Clockspring Vineyard,12,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Amador Foothill Winery 1997 Clockspring Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amador-foothill-winery-1997-clockspring-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Amador Foothill Winery
,Red,US,"Lean cherry aromas. Medium mouthfeel, berry flavors, and moderately astringent. Finishes with somewhat woody, drying tannins.",,15,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1997 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1997-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Bethel Heights
,Red,Spain,"A mainly Tempranillo wine, with a small addition of Cabernet Sauvignon, this has a fresh, purple color and sweet, ripe, simple fruit. Immediately attractive, with sufficient tannins and concentration to give it structure without overloading the fruit.",Coronas,9,84,Catalonia,Penedès,,Torres 1997 Coronas Tempranillo (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torres-1997-coronas-tempranillo-penedes/,Tempranillo,1997,Torres
,Red,US,"A ripe, alcoholic nose, with port-like, raisiny fruit. It seems a little sharp and thin on the palate at this point of its development, with alcohol and tannins overriding the fruit.",Jack London Vineyard,20,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kenwood 1997 Jack London Vineyard Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-jack-london-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kenwood
13,Red,US,"A lighter style of Pinot with easy cherry and faint earthy, barnyardy aromas. Sleek in structure, with some sweet cherry and candied fruit flavors. Medium length finish. A decent easy-drinker at a nice price.",,11,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Mirassou
,Red,US,"Blueberry, blackberry, straw, hay and pepper. A nice full-bodied attack leads into a tight, green, rough finish. Needs a lot of time to soften up.",Grandmere,25,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Renwood 1996 Grandmere Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1996-grandmere-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Renwood
,White,Italy,"A light and breezy Chardonnay with lively, engaging fruit that would be super with a plate of pasta with a cream sauce or grilled fish.",,18,84,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Pio Cesare 1998 Chardonnay (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1998-chardonnay-piedmont-5713/,Chardonnay,1998,Pio Cesare
,White,Italy,"Rounded citrusy nose (not sharp or bitter). Some almond nutty flavors emerge, along with slight peach/nectarine notes. Light and delicate, almost sprightly.",,13,84,Veneto,Soave Classico Superiore,,Pieropan 1997  Soave Classico Superiore,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pieropan-1997-soave-classico-superiore-3419/,Garganega,1997,Pieropan
,Red,US,"There's a pleasingly sweet and toasty nose, but rough, chalky tannins kill the finish.",Pedroni-Bushnell,14,84,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 1996 Pedroni-Bushnell Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-1996-pedroni-bushnell-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Pedroncelli
13.9,White,US,"A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Meunier and—most of all—toasty vanilla-tinged oak. Too bad, as the wine has a luscious mouthfeel and decent acidity. Under the wood are some nice orange and citrus flavors, partially redeeming it.",White Burgundy,22,84,California,North Coast,North Coast,Imagery 1997 White Burgundy White (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1997-white-burgundy-north-coast/,White Blend,1997,Imagery
13,Red,US,"Lovely aromas of cherry, black pepper and cinnamon introduce this wine. Fails to follow through on the palate and on the finish, where lots of acidity and tannins predominate. Overly tart.",,35,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Domaine Drouhin 1997 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Domaine Drouhin
,White,Chile,"Typically sauvignon in the nose. This confirms that the '99 whites will be very intense. Herbaceous and grassy as all get-out, this wine is pumped full of grapefruit and green-melon flavors, and is good enough chilled. But it lacks complexity.",,8,84,Cachapoal Valley,,,Canepa 1999 Sauvignon Blanc (Cachapoal Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canepa-1999-sauvignon-blanc-cachapoal-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1999,Canepa
,Red,France,"Clean, bright fruity nose. Light and elegant on the palate. Very fruity, friendly and uncomplicated. Strawberries emerge with breathing.",Bourgogne,14,85,Burgundy,Burgundy,,Prosper Maufoux 1997 Bourgogne  (Burgundy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prosper-maufoux-1997-bourgogne-pinot-noir-burgundy/,Pinot Noir,1997,Prosper Maufoux
,Red,Chile,"Nothing vivid or electrifying on the nose, but the fruit on the palate is graced with some elegance and clean blackberry and cassis flavors. Light and smooth, this is a perfect example of a very nice everyday Chilean Cab.",Private Reserve,12,85,Curicó Valley,,,Canepa 1997 Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Curicó Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canepa-1997-private-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-curico-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Canepa
,Red,Portugal,"Dry and tasty, with a light herbal, leafy quality. Well made and properly oaked, it defines value wine. Very fruity and forward with a light finish marked by soft, pleasant tannins.",Foral Reserva,9,85,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 1996 Foral Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1996-foral-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1996,Caves Aliança
,White,Italy,"Moderately intense apricot nose. Quite full in the mouth, with intriguing spice notes and quenching acidity.",,16,85,Central Italy,Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,,Bucci 1997  Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bucci-1997-italian-white-verdicchio-verdicchio-castelli-jesi-classico/,Verdicchio,1997,Bucci
,Red,France,"A little bottle rusticity, smoke and tar aromas, but on the palate this superbly priced wine is soft and elegant, with sweet plummy fruit. Earth and tar characteristics finish the wine rather abruptly. Drink now.",,9,85,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Heron 1996 Red (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/heron-1996-red-vin-pays-doc/,Red Blend,1996,Heron
,Red,US,"Dolcetto means “little sweet one” in the Piedmontese dialect and this zippy little number from Southern California lives up to its billing. A light, fruity wine, full flavored and spicy, with soft tannins. It's rustic, but a perfect picnic wine.",Special Collection,15,85,California,South Coast,Temecula,Callaway 1997 Special Collection Dolcetto (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1997-special-collection-italian-red-dolcetto-south-coast-temecula/,Dolcetto,1997,Callaway
,Red,US,"Jammy and pumped to the brim with black-cherry fruit, it starts out kind of clunky but then straightens itself out. Fairly rich and fun to drink, it's a little on the hefty side, but with personality. Plenty of sweet oak on the finish, perhaps too much.",,9,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 1997 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-1997-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Pedroncelli
15.2,Red,US,"This wine is all middle. Nice enough, but it would work best as part of a complete blend. On its own it's fruity and simple.",Lakeview,21,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1997 Lakeview Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1997-lakeview-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Peachy Canyon
,Red,Spain,"Dark cherries, earth, and some oak scents mark this easy-drinker. No need for aging: just pop, pour and gulp. Really soft, but very pleasant.",,11,85,Northern Spain,Navarra,,Príncipe de Viana 1996 Tempranillo (Navarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/principe-viana-1996-tempranillo-navarra/,Tempranillo,1996,Príncipe de Viana
,Red,Italy,"A supple and welcoming wine with refreshing red-cherry fruit. This bottling is perfect for picnics, pasta or pizza - a ""three-P"" kind of wine.",,19,85,Piedmont,Dolcetto d'Alba,,Pio Cesare 1998  Dolcetto d'Alba,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1998-italian-red-dolcetto-dolcetto-dalba/,Dolcetto,1998,Pio Cesare
13.5,White,US,"A suitable everyday white, with fresh, clean, lemony aromas. It's fruity and lively, with clean acidity, but loses points due to the sugary finish.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hanna 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hanna-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Hanna
,White,US,A fairly sweet crowd-pleaser. Aromas and flavors somewhere between Johannisberg Riesling and Pinot Grigio. Very light spritz on the palate. A “chill it and kill it” backyard and patio wine.,Obsession Symphony,8,85,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1998 Obsession Symphony White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1998-obsession-symphony-white-other/,White Blend,1998,Ironstone
,Red,US,"Cola and violet notes on the nose and sweet berry flavors. Soft and plush, a pleasant wine for drinking now. Enough length and density to keep it from being mushy and simple.",,11,85,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1997 Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1997-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Ironstone
12.5,White,US,"A fine Chardonnay with character and zest. Has pretty green-apple and peach aromas and flavors, and is well balanced; even has some toasty notes. Finishes a little sweet and flat, but overall it's got to be one of the best Chardonnay values in the world. Best Buy.",,6,85,California,California Other,California,Sutter Home 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sutter-home-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Sutter Home
13.5,Red,US,"Aromas of cherries with orange-peel notes and a touch of funky earthiness that adds depth and interest. Bright berry and tart-cherry flavors with licorice accents engage the palate. Good, full mouthfeel. Medium finish, with Burgundian sour-cherry tones. Elegant; balanced not heavy.",,20,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Gloria Ferrer 1997 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gloria-ferrer-1997-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gloria Ferrer
13.5,Red,US,"Plummy, with raspberry, violets and mild spice aromas. Nice palate-feel, with flavors of dark berries, spicy oak and coffee accents. Not just another pretty Pinot Noir, it has enough complexity to keep you engaged.",Barrel Select,15,85,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1997 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1997-barrel-select-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Fetzer
,Red,US,"A solid buy. It has a minty, berry nose, forward brambly blackberry flavors, soft tannins, and oak nuances on a medium-bodied structure. Lacks a bit of acidity, but will hold up for drinking over the next few years.",Oakville,14,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Oakville Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-oakville-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Rosenblum
13.5,Red,US,"Black cherry, coffee, earth and gamy notes on the nose. Deep, smoky, tart fruit and good depth. Closes with dusty tannins on the brooding, slightly bitter finish.",Estate,34,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Witness Tree 1997 Estate Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/witness-tree-1997-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Witness Tree
,Red,US,"Good grapey, cherry-flavored fruit. The fleshy middle gives way to a hot, briary finish.",Howell Mountain,23,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Summit Lake 1996 Howell Mountain Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/summit-lake-1996-howell-mountain-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Summit Lake
,Red,Italy,"The buy of the flight. It's fairly translucent, but don't let the light color fool you. It possesses sweet cherry-tomato and smoke aromas, and it's earthy with lots of chewy blackberry flavors. Pretty, with good balance and a long finish.",,7,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Cielo 1997 Red (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cielo-1997-red-veneto/,Red Blend,1997,Cielo
,Sparkling,France,"The Jura region in eastern France is a fine source for inexpensive sparklers. This 1996 blanc de blancs is a great value at this price. Brut d'Argent also makes a brut rosé at the same price, but make sure you buy a recent vintage; inexpensive rosés often don't age well.",Blanc de Blancs,11,85,France Other,Jura,,Brut Dargent 1996 Blanc de Blancs  (Jura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brut-dargent-1996-blanc-blancs-sparkling-jura/,Champagne Blend,1996,Brut Dargent
15.4,Red,US,"Hot and alcoholic in the nose, with ripe fruit flavors, it's thick and jammy through the middle. The elevated alcohol level obliterates any subtleties that might have been there.",Eastside,15,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1997 Eastside Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1997-eastside-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"Has tobacco, blackberry, and earthy-spicy aromas. Light-bodied, with pretty fruit flavors, a silky mouthfeel and good acidity. An easy-drinker, and a good value.",,12,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1997 Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1997-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Montevina
,Red,Portugal,"Always a good bet and a good buy. The fruit comes from two vineyards, hence the name. A blend of Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), it comes out of the bottle young and awkward, but then develops nicely into a medium-bodied red with violets and rose-petal characteristics.",Vinho Tinto,11,85,Douro,,,Duas Quintas 1996 Vinho Tinto Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duas-quintas-1996-vinho-tinto-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1996,Duas Quintas
14.9,Red,US,"Zinny and briary, with some nice dark, tarry streaks. A bit hot, but flavorful.",,12,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Louis M. Martini 1996 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1996-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Louis M. Martini
,Red,France,"Made by the family that owns the great Château de Beaucastel in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, this is pleasant, fruity and one of the great bargains of the Rhône. Though not overly complex, it has a surprising amount of flavor and the ability to go well with anything on your palate.",,8,85,Rhône Valley,Côtes-du-Ventoux,,La Vieille Ferme 1997 Red (Côtes-du-Ventoux),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vieille-ferme-1997-red-cotes-ventoux/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,La Vieille Ferme
,Red,Chile,"Overtly fresh and fruity, this young-vines wine costs a pittance yet offers some terrific black-cherry and cassis flavors upfront before slipping back a little. No oak at all to muck up the juicy body. It's an indicator of two things: the quality of the '99 vintage and the progress this relatively new winery is making.",Pupilla,8,85,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1999 Pupilla Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1999-pupilla-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1999,Luis Felipe Edwards
,White,US,"Apple, melon and citrus aromas. Offers pretty citrus and apple flavors, and a spicy finish. Tastes like it has some small percentage of a fruity lesser varietal blended in. Still, it's about as good as California Chardonnay gets at this price. Best Buy.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Woodbridge 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/woodbridge-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Woodbridge
,Red,US,"A fairly intense initial aroma of barnyard and leather blows off to reveal a nose of beautiful earth, cinnamon and caramel. Appealing violet, anise and leathery flavors on the still-tight palate. Nice fruit-to-acid balance and a brisk, spicy finish. In a slight ugly-duckling phase, there are very nice elements here. Hold for a year or two.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Pavona 1997 Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pavona-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Pavona
,Red,US,"Good, full-flavored, round, fruity and very appealing. This wine shows real touch and polish. Easy to drink, with a lot of immediate appeal. Not a big wine, but a very drinkable and flavorful Zinfandel with true-blue berry flavors and some hay in the nose.",Old Vine,16,85,California,California Other,California,Kenwood 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-old-vine-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Kenwood
12.9,Red,US,"A nose of cherry, mineral, and smoky elements opens to a cherry-flavored palate with a touch of black pepper and earth. Medium-full mouthfeel. Nice fruit; finishes just a bit short with moderate tannins.",,20,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 1997 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Adelsheim
,Sparkling,Italy,"Primarily known for its Asti, Gancia also produces this dry sparkler. Made from Chardonnay and Prosecco grapes, this is a clean, dry wine that tastes as if it's more expensive. One of Italy's best dry sparkling wines under $15.",Castello Gancia Brut,12,85,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Fratelli Gancia NV Castello Gancia Brut  (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fratelli-gancia-nv-castello-brut-sparkling-piedmont/,Champagne Blend,,Fratelli Gancia
,White,Italy,"Flowers, almonds and some red stone-fruit aromas. Moderately rich and concentrated, with a slight creaminess from its stay in barrel. Long, tart finish.",Terre di Tufi,21,86,Tuscany,Vernaccia di San Gimignano,,Teruzzi & Puthod 1997 Terre di Tufi  (Vernaccia di San Gimignano),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/teruzzi-puthod-1997-terre-tufi-italian-white-vernaccia-vernaccia-san-gimignano/,Vernaccia,1997,Teruzzi & Puthod
,Red,US,"95-year-old vines produced this dark, inky, tannic wine made in the old style. Blueberries, vanilla and spice, with lots of depth and power. Good juice unimpeded by oak.",TC Vineyard Old Vine,19,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sonora 1997 TC Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonora-1997-tc-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Sonora
,Sparkling,France,"This sparkling wine is named for the Benedictine monks from the Abbey of Saint-Hilaire, who invented France's first sparkling wine back in 1531. (Don't confuse it with another sparkling wine from the Loire Valley, also called St.-Hilaire; this is the original, made from the local Mauzac grape.) It is delicate and elegant.",,10,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Blanquette de Limoux,,Saint-Hilaire NV  Blanquette de Limoux,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saint-hilaire-nv-sparkling-blanquette-limoux/,Champagne Blend,,Saint-Hilaire
12.5,Red,South Africa,"Loads of blueberry fruit make this very young wine drinkable now, despite the youthful acidity and light tannins. A couple of years should round off the edges somewhat, but it will also lose its fruity exuberance. You make the call—drink now or later?",,10,86,Coastal Region,,,Cape Indaba 1998 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-indaba-1998-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,1998,Cape Indaba
,Sparkling,France,"Bouvet-Ladubay, owned by Taittinger, makes some of France's most consistent sparkling wines (although its ""France"" appellation suggests that it is now sourcing at least some of its grapes from outside the Loire Valley region).",Brut,12,86,Loire Valley,Loire,,Bouvet-Ladubay NV Brut  (Loire),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouvet-ladubay-nv-brut-sparkling-loire/,Champagne Blend,,Bouvet-Ladubay
14.1,Red,US,"If the pronounced oak becomes integrated down the road, this will prove to be a good value because there's a lot of blackberry and some chocolate flavors. It bites a bit from the 14.1% alcohol, but there's enough acidity to carry the wine. Hold for a year to see where it goes.",,13,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Blackstone 1997 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-1997-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1997,Blackstone
,White,US,"An easy-drinking Sauvignon Blanc that has some slight residual sweetness, in the K-J style. Citrus and grassy aromas and flavors, clean and zesty, with added interest from small amounts of Sémillon and Viognier. A nice “beginner's” wine.",Vintner's Reserve,12,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1998 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1998-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Kendall-Jackson
15.7,Red,US,"A fine, full-throttle front fails to follow through in the middle and finish. Spicy berry fruit lacks complexity. Good to quaff.",Especial,28,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Peachy Canyon 1997 Especial Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peachy-canyon-1997-especial-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Peachy Canyon
,Red,US,"This is real Barbera, and this vintage, under the careful guidance of winemaker Greg Graziano, has yielded a Barbera that is very old world in style: earthy smelling, with a rustic taste, yet decidedly Californian (read: fruity and clean). The pomegranate flavor is racy in the mouth. It is a wine that has a crisp impact and a dry finish. Like most great wines, it goes best with food.",,11,86,California,California Other,California,Monte Volpe 1996 Barbera (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-1996-barbera-other/,Barbera,1996,Monte Volpe
,Red,US,"Red-fruit aromas. Briary with a touch of leather. Flavors deepen and become richer with roasted fruits, earth and spices. Thick mouthfeel but ample acidity and tannins, with a long, warming, tangy finish.",,48,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1997 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Archery Summit
,White,France,"A beautifully done entry-level Chardonnay with good fruit, not rendered too sweet or too oaky. Nice mouthfeel-even a bit of elegance. A clean finish with unexpected length. All you can ask for in Chardonnay at this price.",,8,86,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Les Jamelles 1997 Chardonnay (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamelles-1997-chardonnay-vin-pays-doc/,Chardonnay,1997,Les Jamelles
14.6,Red,US,"A smooth, tannic, spicy, sharp, alcoholic wine, with lean cranberry fruit.",Rocky Top,15,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1997 Rocky Top Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1997-rocky-top-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1997,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,US,"True to its terroir, this is filled with bright red-raspberry fruit. Quite tart, and a bit light and simple for a single-vineyard offering from this producer.",Maple Vineyard,30,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 1997 Maple Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-maple-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Gary Farrell
,Red,Italy,"Medium-bodied with a light tint, this is a warm wine full of red-currant flavor and hefty tannins. The finish is long as can be, with a pronounced touch of interesting wood. Very tangy and lean, this may improve down the line. Now it's a little closed and lean.",Chianti Classico Riserva,22,86,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1995 Chianti Classico Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1995-chianti-classico-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello di Monsanto
,Red,Spain,"Mature. Shows browning at the rim and plenty of leafy tobacco scents. There's some sweet vanilla and cherry fruit, but the overall impression is of a wine that has nowhere to go but down. Drink soon.",Vina Ardanza Reserva,27,86,Northern Spain,Rioja,,La Rioja Alta 1990 Vina Ardanza Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rioja-alta-1990-vina-ardanza-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1990,La Rioja Alta
13.9,Red,US,"Blend of Zinfandel (89%), Petite Sirah (7%) and Grenache (4%), with blueberry, blackberry, black-cherry and plum flavors, good structure, moderate tannins, balance across the palate and a generous middle. Short finish.",Estate Bottled,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Estate Bottled Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-estate-bottled-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kunde
13.5,Red,US,"Marked by stylish tart-cherry fruit with tobacco and herbal notes, this is a fairly concentrated Pinot Noir. Medium weight with good balance, it closes with a peppery, slightly astringent finish. If the tannins resolve a bit it will provide excellent drinking in two years.",Heritage Reserve,30,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1997 Heritage Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-heritage-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Schug
13,White,Italy,"Nose of light peach and floral notes. Slightly sweet on the palate with honeyed peaches and nutty accents balanced by a spritzy mouthfeel. Crisp, tangy finish with hints of black pepper. A pretty wine.",,20,86,,Collio,,Castello di Spessa 1997 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-spessa-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Castello di Spessa
,White,US,"A nicely made, easy-drinking Chardonnay with inviting tropical-fruit and oak aromas. Forward flavors of pear and lychee-like fruit on the palate. Finishes round and clean. Fine on its own or with light foods.",,10,86,California,California Other,California,Ironstone 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ironstone-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Ironstone
12.5,White,US,"A alternative white that even fussy people will like. Richly fruity, with pretty citrus, peach and fig flavors. Fairly dry, but there's a sugary coating to the finish. Crisp and delicate. Best Buy.",,8,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-columbia-valley-wa/,Pinot Gris,1998,Hogue
13.2,Red,US,"Attractive aromas of cola, strawberry, vanilla and ginger snaps. Blackberry fruit with cinnamon, clove and foresty accents. Medium-bodied, with nice fruit on the finish. Pleasing, with an easygoing manner.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Leeward 1997 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeward-1997-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Leeward
,Red,Spain,"A tasty blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Tempranillo that spent 12 months in French oak, it shows cherry fruit with a hint of herbaceousness in a supple, medium-bodied wine. Think generous cru bourgeois.",Reserva,10,86,Central Spain,La Mancha,,Oristan 1993 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (La Mancha),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oristan-1993-reserva-spanish-red-cabernet-sauvignon-tempranillo-mancha/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo,1993,Oristan
,Red,Chile,"Plenty of old-vines texture here - rich and juicy. Lots of sweet fruit on the nose, which is inviting, but the palate and complexity are rather pedestrian. A textbook Cabernet that reads like, well, a textbook- accurate but not thrilling. Tight and solid, but not jazzy.",Reserva,13,86,Colchagua Valley,,,Luis Felipe Edwards 1997 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luis-felipe-edwards-1997-reserva-cabernet-sauvignon-colchagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Luis Felipe Edwards
,Red,US,"Even with its gamy, barnyardy nose, this is a very attractive wine. On the palate, flavors of blackberry, vanilla, cola and coffee mingle; good mouthfeel and balanced acidity make this Pinot solid.",Paragon,20,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Edna Valley Vineyard 1997 Paragon Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-1997-paragon-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1997,Edna Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"Here are big flavors showcasing lots of spicy, peppery, berry and cherry fruit. Enhanced by the saignée process, which drew off 15% of the free-run juice prior to fermentation. As a result it comes out of the bottle ready to rock 'n' roll.",,10,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1997 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1997-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Montevina
,Red,US,"A young, jammy wine, with cherry Lifesaver-fruit aromas and flavors. A little one-dimensional and light. Has some bitterness in the finish but is pleasant enough.",Consiglio Selezione,15,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rabbit Ridge 1997 Consiglio Selezione Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rabbit-ridge-1997-consiglio-selezione-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Rabbit Ridge
,White,Italy,"Musky, lemon-grapefruit aromas segue into citrus flavors with grassy, nutty nuances. Crisp, clean finish. Would make a pleasant summer sipper or an accompaniment to light chicken or fish dishes.",S,17,86,Piedmont,Gavi,,Tassarolo 1997 S  (Gavi),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tassarolo-1997-s-italian-white-cortese-gavi/,Cortese,1997,Tassarolo
,White,US,"An everyday Chard that won't break the bank. Has decent apple and peach aromas, with some toasty oak notes, and it drinks dry and clean.",,11,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Trellis 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trellis-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Trellis
13.5,Red,US,"Well priced, with cherry/ raspberry fruit, hints of chocolate, white pepper and spice. A soft, round, cocoa-tinged Zinfandel that provides pleasant drinking with no rough edges. Very approachable and smooth.",,13,86,California,California Other,California,Van Asperen 1996 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-asperen-1996-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1996,Van Asperen
,Red,US,"Clean raspberry fruit, licorice and violets. It's light and elegant in style, but tasty, especially at this price. Lovely Zinfandel to serve with food.",,13,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Stevenot 1997 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stevenot-1997-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1997,Stevenot
,Red,Spain,"Rich red color and aromas of herbs and red fruits are accompanied by scents of fresh grass. The palate is soft, with flavors of balsam and tobacco held together by sweet oak. An easy-drinking  wine that's ready to partner food now.",Bach,12,86,Catalonia,Catalonia,,Masia Bach 1997 Bach Cabernet Sauvignon (Catalonia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/masia-bach-1997-bach-cabernet-sauvignon-catalonia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Masia Bach
,Red,US,"The flavors are almost moving into late-harvest; raisiny, superripe, hot and tannic. On the plus side is the finish, with sweet, juicy, jammy fruit that is really tasty. From 77-year-old vines.",Story Vyd,19,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sonora 1997 Story Vyd Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sonora-1997-story-vyd-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1997,Sonora
13.5,Red,US,"Another delicious good-value wine from Napa Ridge. How do those guys do it? With many Zins breaking the $20 barrier, here's a concentrated wine with good center fruit and layers of closing flavor for under $10. Bravo! Best Buy.",Coastal,9,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Napa Ridge 1996 Coastal Zinfandel (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1996-coastal-zinfandel-north-coast/,Zinfandel,1996,Napa Ridge
,Red,France,"Big, spicy nose, showing very concentrated black fruits with an animal note. Concentrated black fruits and full. Surprisingly rich for such a modest appellation. Lacks complexity but offers surprising character.",Château Montpatey,11,86,Burgundy,Bourgogne,,Albert Bichot 1996 Château Montpatey  (Bourgogne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-bichot-1996-chateau-montpatey-pinot-noir-bourgogne/,Pinot Noir,1996,Albert Bichot
,White,US,"A grassy, citrusy, figgy style, with some richness and complexity. Has strong lemon-and-lime and herbal flavors. A zesty, zingy wine, clean and refreshing.",,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Adler Fels 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adler-fels-1997-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Adler Fels
13,Red,US,"Opens with a complex cherry, gamy, smoky nose. Berry and cherry fruit with a hint of mint on the palate. Dark and layered finish with good tannic structure.",Windhill,28,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 1997 Windhill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1997-windhill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Elk Cove
13.8,Red,US,"Time's Fun When You're Having Flies! says the label on this easy-to-like Zin. Roasty, smoky, earthy nose, with nice ripe fruit in the center. Ready to rock right now.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Frog's Leap 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frogs-leap-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Frog's Leap
,White,US,"Very pale in color, this Chardonnay doesn't lack in structure or flavor. Lean and crisp, it has aromas of hay and minerals, spicy apple and pear flavors, and a tangy mouthfeel. Angular and engaging, and not just another butterball. Best Buy.",,10,86,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1997 Chardonnay (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Covey Run
,White,US,"Earth, herb and apple aromas open to a palate full of tangy apple- and clove-tinged flavor. Generally lean in profile, it shows a subtle creaminess in the mouth and good length. A good food companion.",Woodburne Cuvée,14,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Columbia Winery 1997 Woodburne Cuvée Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1997-woodburne-cuvee-chardonnay-columbia-valley-wa/,Chardonnay,1997,Columbia Winery
,Red,US,"A blend of Mourvèdre, Carignane, Grenache and Syrah, it's a bit unforthcoming at this stage of development. In balance, if a bit oaky, it may benefit from a couple years' worth of cellaring. Let it sleep a year or two before trying.",Signet Collection Ensemble,25,86,California,California Other,California,Beaulieu Vineyard 1996 Signet Collection Ensemble Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1996-signet-collection-ensemble-red-other/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1996,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"Has pretty lemon and peach aromas and flavors. A light-bodied, easy-drinking wine. Clean and racy.",Weiler Vineyard,21,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Bartholomew Park 1996 Weiler Vineyard Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bartholomew-park-1996-weiler-vineyard-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Bartholomew Park
,Red,Australia,"An appealing Cab, with pretty blackberry, plum, and currant aromas and flavors. Very fruity and spicy, with a nice earthiness and a tannic structure. Finishes dry and rich.",,11,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Rosemount 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (South Eastern Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosemount-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-south-eastern/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Rosemount
,Sparkling,Spain,"Sounds French, but Paul Cheneau is a cava from Penedès in northeast Spain. It gets my vote as the world's best sparkling wine under $10. One of the secrets of its success? A top winemaker from Champagne is the consultant. A good choice for mimosas.",Blanc de Blancs,8,87,Catalonia,Penedès,,Paul Cheneau NV Blanc de Blancs  (Penedès),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-cheneau-nv-blanc-blancs-sparkling-penedes/,Champagne Blend,,Paul Cheneau
13.5,Red,US,"Made at Gallo's Sonoma winery, this is a good varietal rendition of one style of Napa Cabernet. The wine has bright, juicy fruit, dominated by blackberries and black cherries. The finish certainly invites another glass, with its lively layers of flavor.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Marcelina 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marcelina-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Marcelina
13.5,Red,US,"Very earthy, barnyardy nose-the kind Burgundians love and dream of. Cherry spice, cola and cassis flavors on the palate. Lots of tannins on the long finish and a fairly high level of acidity. Time is required for full enjoyment of this complex wine.",O.F.S,32,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 O.F.S Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-ofs-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,De Loach
,Red,US,"Black-currant fruit (from the 20% Petite Sirah in the blend) highlights a meaty, toasty nose. Roasted walnuts, coffee and slightly burnt (but delicious) flavors in a balanced, lingering wine that begs for grilled meats.",Warrior Fires,25,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Karly 1997 Warrior Fires Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karly-1997-warrior-fires-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Karly
13.5,Red,US,"This winery, an offshoot of Geyser Peak, has achieved consistency over the years with its affordable varietal offerings, none of which has been more successful than Cabernet. This brand-new release shows real richness and flavor. It's mellow, full-bodied and totally satisfactory at the price.",,8,87,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-1998-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1998,Canyon Road
,Red,US,"Very flowery for a Pet, the violets pair nicely with blueberry aromas. Made in an early-drinking style with mild tannins, so don't feel as if you need to lock this one away. Enjoy it now and over the next two years for its satisfying midpalate and slightly peppery finish.",,10,87,California,California Other,California,Bogle 1998 Petite Sirah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bogle-1998-petite-sirah-other/,Petite Sirah,1998,Bogle
,White,US,"A lemon-scented wine complexed with a small amount of Sémillon (6%), which adds figgy notes and a touch of oaky vanilla bean. The flavors are lean and citrusy, the acidity is crisp, and the overall feeling is dry austerity. Refreshing and very friendly to all sorts of foods.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Bernardus 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bernardus-1998-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Bernardus
14.3,Red,US,"Earthy, leathery, sweet-oak nose with a licorice note. Rich, layered mouthfeel, with earthy, spicy, oaky flavors. A crowd-pleaser for oak fanatics. Best in three to four years.",,15,87,California,California Other,California,Benziger 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Benziger
,Red,US,"Milk chocolate and berries mingle in a smooth, very appealing wine. A little whiff of vinegar in the nose. Lightweight finish and slightly hot.",Estate,26,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 1997 Estate Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-1997-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Pezzi King
13.5,White,Australia,"Lindemans knows how to make crowd-pleasers. Lots of oak over the pineappley tropical fruit. Closes with a full, satisfying finish and tastes similar to (and as good as) many more expensive wines. Its less-expensive Bin 65 Chardonnay is also good, but the Padthaway is somewhat larger-scaled and more complex.",,13,87,South Australia,Padthaway,,Lindemans 1997 Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lindemans-1997-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,1997,Lindemans
,White,US,"Hess is a Napa winery, but has blended in 25% Monterey fruit, hence the California appellation. Pleasing tropical-fruit and citrus aromas and flavors, with a slightly creamy texture. Very good balance and a clean, bright, fairly long finish. More elegance and class than you would expect at this price.",Select,11,87,California,California Other,California,Hess Collection 1997 Select Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-1997-select-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Hess Collection
,Red,France,"Light, enticing, floral black-cherry nose. Elegant, light black cherries and spices on the palate. Not big but very pretty, it's a wine that will peak by 2005. From an appellation best known for rosés in the northern reaches of the Côte d'Or, just below Dijon. Jadot has Burgundy fairly well blanketed and the négociant's wines are usually solid or better.",,20,87,Burgundy,Marsannay,,Louis Jadot 1995  Marsannay,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-jadot-1995-pinot-noir-marsannay/,Pinot Noir,1995,Louis Jadot
12.1,Red,US,"Ripe candy-apple and black-fruit nose. Light, elegant and lean with very stylish black fruits in the mouth. A spicy, pretty, easy-drinking quaffer. Ready now.",,12,87,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Lamoreaux Landing NV Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lamoreaux-landing-nv-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,,Lamoreaux Landing
,White,South Africa,"Nice pineapple aromas and plenty of pear and apple flavors. Lively and acidic, this is a crisp white that brings some complexity to the table. South Africa makes some of the best dry Chenins in the world, and Simonsig's is an A-1 effort. It'll do wonders for roast chicken.",,8,87,Stellenbosch,,,Simonsig 1998 Chenin Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simonsig-1998-chenin-blanc-stellenbosch/,Chenin Blanc,1998,Simonsig
,Red,US,"From a Syrah veteran comes this meaty, smoky, blackberry-scented, dark-colored wine. Also has funky leathery notes. It's fruity, and the tannins are soft, with high acidity, but it seems a little one-dimensional, especially for the price. Might gain complexity with bottle age.",Red Willow Vineyard,29,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1996 Red Willow Vineyard Syrah (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1996-red-willow-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-columbia-valley-yakima/,Syrah,1996,Columbia Winery
,White,US,"The bigger the ship the slower it turns, they say. Nevertheless, the new generation at Gallo has done wonders in a short time with both wine and image. Another winner here, with a rich core of juicy Russian River fruit framed nicely by tasty oak. Solid, persistent fruit flavors continue through the lengthy finish.",Russian River Valley,10,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Russian River Valley Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-russian-river-valley-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
13,Red,US,"Real Cabernet quality here. Has nice currant and plum aromas, with a chocolate note, and nice depth of flavor. Combines ripe berry fruit with elegant tannins, and even a little oak. What a nice wine, and such a bargain.",Valley Oaks,10,87,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1997 Valley Oaks Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1997-valley-oaks-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Fetzer
,White,Italy,"Aromatic and filled with green apples and minerals both on the nose and in the mouth. Fresh, zesty examples like this are all too rare. Perfect for gulping with mixed seafood.",,22,87,,Collio,,Castello di Spessa 1997 Tocai (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-spessa-1997-italian-white-tocai-collio/,Tocai,1997,Castello di Spessa
13.5,Red,US,"Starts off with a complex nose of brush, berries and some chocolaty oak notes. Medium-bodied on the palate, it turns slightly bitter on the finish. May improve with a year or two of age.",Bradford Mountain,30,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gary Farrell 1997 Bradford Mountain Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-bradford-mountain-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Gary Farrell
14.1,Red,US,"Gorgeous, iridescent, purple-black wine. Black-cherry fruit, smooth and satiny, with ripe-not overripe-fruit.",Shaw Vineyard Century Vines,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Kunde 1997 Shaw Vineyard Century Vines Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kunde-1997-shaw-vineyard-century-vines-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Kunde
13,Red,US,"An exuberant, muscular, young red wine, with precocious berry fruit aromas and flavors, and soft tannins. It's on the simple side, and probably isn't going anywhere in the long run, but it has a youthful quality that's eminently likeable. Contains 20% Lemberger—that unique Washington grape originally from Austria or Germany.",Barrel Select,15,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1997 Barrel Select Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1997-barrel-select-syrah-columbia-valley-wa-2916/,Syrah,1997,Hogue
13.8,Red,US,"Displays a tight nose with barnyardy, almost espresso coffee notes. Dark cherry, licorice and earthy flavors mark this engaging wine. Full mouthfeel with a long tannic finish, this is an interesting wine that needs a year or two to fully develop.",Barrel Select,20,87,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 1996 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1996-barrel-select-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Henry Estate
,Red,US,"Almost black, with dark-cherry and spicy-berry fruit. Briary, brambly and medium-bodied. The blend includes 8% Petite Sirah. It's made from riper blocks of the five vineyard designates.",Estate,18,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,De Loach 1997 Estate Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/loach-1997-estate-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,De Loach
,White,US,"Lean, with a perfumed nose of gardenia, lime and cilantro. Fattens up on the palate with crisp grapefruit and fig flavors, and a fairly full mouthfeel. A well-made Sauvignon Blanc with a clean, brisk finish.",,14,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1997-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-paso-robles/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,EOS
,Red,US,"Blackberries and blueberries mix with espresso-scented oak on the seductive nose. The berry fruit makes for a juicy, medium-bodied palate impression, but it finishes a bit short. A successful effort.",Signet Collection,25,87,California,North Coast,North Coast,Beaulieu Vineyard 1996 Signet Collection Syrah (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1996-signet-collection-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast/,Syrah,1996,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Rose,Italy,"A lovely dry rosé made from Sangiovese, it has a fresh nose of strawberries and enough spicy-peppery notes to maintain interest. Great picnic wine; versatile with food.",Rosato,16,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 1998 Rosato Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1998-rosato-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Castello di Ama
,Red,Italy,"On the lightish side. Still a very pretty wine, with soft cherry fruit and cinnamon accents. Velvety mouthfeel and a lingering finish add to its charm.",II Chiuso Pinot Nero,47,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 1995 II Chiuso Pinot Nero Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1995-ii-chiuso-pinot-nero-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello di Ama
,Red,US,"Nose of black cherries, with a chemical note. Spicy sour cherries in the mouth, with cola and coffee notes. Some oak evident. Can drink now, but will be better in 2002.",,12,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1997 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,Italy,"Frescobaldi is making some of the most imaginative wines in Italy. This is soft and light-textured, with a deep velvety color and a delicate finish. Perfect for simple meals and casual nights. I recommend serving it slightly chilled.",Remole,9,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Frescobaldi 1998 Remole Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1998-remole-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1998,Frescobaldi
,Red,US,"Smoke, menthol and chocolaty oak frame crisp, juicy raspberry fruit in this California Syrah that's true to its terroir. Tastes nothing like Central/Southern Coast versions.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1997 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1997,Preston
,Red,US,"A new line from one of the best wineries in America. Shows generous currant, licorice, and sweet bell-pepper aromas. Tastewise, it's deeply fruity, ripe and balanced. Hard to find a California-appellation Cab with this much style and depth.",Founders' Estate,11,87,California,California Other,California,Beringer 1997 Founders' Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1997-founders-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Beringer
,Red,US,"Mushroom scents, tight, briary fruit; compact and a bit closed. Good juice, with solid core of fruit across the middle and a balanced, even finish. Opens up nicely with air time.",,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,RustRidge 1997 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rustridge-1997-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,RustRidge
,Sparkling,Australia,"Seaview (part of the Penfolds group) is clearly aiming for freshness and youthful fruitiness rather than developed flavors. And it succeeds with a rich, yet relatively dry sparkler that sports mouthfuls of lemons, melons and peaches.",,10,87,Australia Other,South Eastern Australia,,Seaview 1997  South Eastern Australia,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seaview-1997-sparkling-south-eastern/,Champagne Blend,1997,Seaview
,White,Italy,"A blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Malvasia and Picolit. Musky, melon-like nose. Full in the mouth, lightly spicy and long on the finish. Tight now, needs time to open up and reveal its charms.",Vintage Tunina,43,87,,Collio,,Jermann 1997 Vintage Tunina White (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jermann-1997-vintage-tunina-white-collio/,White Blend,1997,Jermann
,Red,US,"At this point in its development, the fruit is muted, overlaid by unbalanced tannins. But there is a core of black-cherry and blueberry flavor that should win out in the end. Give it at least 12–18 months in bottle before sampling.",,48,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Langtry 1996 Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/langtry-1996-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Langtry
13,Red,US,A bright and tangy wine with sour cherry and dried-flower notes on the nose. Raspberry and cola flavors and some vanillin oak notes dance on the palate Medium finish with classic Pinot tartness. A pretty wine.,,20,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Torii Mor 1997 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Torii Mor
,Red,US,"Full-throttle Zinfandel, with spicy fruit, soft tannins, toasty, smoky flavors, and a soft finish filled with cherries.",D'Agostini Bros,30,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Renwood 1997 D'Agostini Bros Zinfandel (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/renwood-1997-dagostini-bros-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Zinfandel,1997,Renwood
,Red,US,"Smoky, slightly stinky (in a good way), with solid blackberry fruit. It's a bit lean and hard on the palate, finishing with mild tannins. If this fills out it will be even better.",,15,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1997 Syrah (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Syrah,1997,Sobon Estate
13.6,White,US,"There's plenty of great-smelling oak in this wine—imagine perfectly done toast. There's also plenty of body and a decent, if woody, finish. But where's the fruit? A wine a termite could love. Color us half-termites.",Reserve,23,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1997 Reserve Pinot Blanc (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1997-reserve-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Paraiso Vineyards
13.5,White,US,"Lots to like in this pretty, easy drinking, spicy wine. Plenty of citrus fruit; clean and supple. Has a nice acid bite, which should make it a natural with food.",,16,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 1998 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1998-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1998,Wild Horse
,Red,US,"You can't beat the price for a wine this soft, pretty and understated. There are sweet plum flavors but also more complex earthy notes in the middle of the palate and at the end, which distinguishes the effort.",Promise,10,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Monterra 1996 Promise Merlot (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterra-1996-promise-merlot-central-coast-monterey/,Merlot,1996,Monterra
,Red,US,"Ruby in color, with high-toned red- cherry and floral aromas that clearly express the 16% Cabernet Franc component. Medium body and light tannins make it versatile with food and pleasant to sip on its own.",,8,87,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1997-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Covey Run
,Red,France,"Tight, elegant, spicy black-fruit nose. Lean, elegant, ripe fruit in the mouth, with black cherries emerging after 20 minutes of airing from beneath a layer of soft tannins. This is the perfect example of a Côte Chalonnaise red gaining popularity as Côte d'Or prices soar into orbit. Best in three to five years.",,19,87,Burgundy,Rully,,Château de Chamirey 1995  Rully,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-chamirey-1995-pinot-noir-rully/,Pinot Noir,1995,Château de Chamirey
,Red,Portugal,"Round, ready and grapey in the nose, this wine could be your best friend on an average Tuesday in front of the tube. Great with a steak off the broiler. An easy wine to drink, with mild tannins that are dry and chalky.",Floral Grande Escolha,13,87,Douro,,,Caves Aliança 1995 Floral Grande Escolha Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1995-floral-grande-escolha-red-douro/,Red Blend,1995,Caves Aliança
,White,US,"Toasty, buttery and warm, yet holds onto some crisp fruit. Full of apples, pears and nectarines, this is fruit-forward California wine. Lemony and quite pleasnt on the finish. 70% barrel fermentation allows for full integration of oak and fruit. The bulk of the blend is out of Carneros. Best Buy.",,14,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Forward raspberry fruit highlights an immediately likable, quaffable Zin. There's a little too much heat (alcohol) in the finish, which comes off feeling a bit thin.",Rust Ridge Vineyard,22,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rosenblum 1997 Rust Ridge Vineyard Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-rust-ridge-vineyard-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"This is a lesser-known bottling from this superstar producer. Dark purple/black with classic spicy, intense fruit. Not too jammy; winemaker Joel Peterson gets the essence of the fruit without turning it into raspberry/blackberry preserves. It sits on the palate and sings for a long time.",Lodi,14,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ravenswood 1997 Lodi Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ravenswood-1997-lodi-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Ravenswood
,Red,Spain,"A blended wine that includes 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, this has a cherry-red color, not dense but very clear. The aromas are full of juicy, ripe fruit with just a hint of vanilla. Concentrated, fleshy palate, along with ripe tannins and some acidity, finish a well-balanced wine. Best Buy.",,12,88,Catalonia,Costers del Segre,,Raimat 1996 Merlot (Costers del Segre),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raimat-1996-merlot-costers-segre/,Merlot,1996,Raimat
,Red,Spain,Lots of sweet cherry fruit here; quite lively for its age. Vanilla-chocolate nuances from French-oak aging add dimension. An international style with broad appeal.,Rioja Reserva,18,88,Northern Spain,Rioja,,Marqués de Cáceres 1992 Rioja Reserva  (Rioja),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marques-caceres-1992-rioja-reserva-tempranillo-rioja/,Tempranillo,1992,Marqués de Cáceres
,White,US,"Very nice example of a medium-bodied, full-flavored Chardonnay. Orange blossom, apple and caramel notes on the nose. Full, slightly creamy mouthfeel with appley fruit and toasty oak flavors. Long and smooth finish with elegant butterscotch notes.",,15,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1997 Chardonnay (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-paso-robles/,Chardonnay,1997,EOS
,Red,US,"Very dense color and aromas of dark fruit and oak. Black currants, roasted fruits and licorice flavors on the slightly tight palate; very dense texture. Closes with full mouth-coating tannins, this is a wine with a very big structure. Built for cellaring, it will reward keeping for 3 or more years.",,50,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Beaux Freres 1997 Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaux-freres-1997-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Beaux Freres
,White,US,"A low-oak style brimming with green-apple and peach aromas and a touch of flinty stone. Ripe and fruity, uncomplicated by oak. A racy, sleek wine with a touch of earthiness from its terroir.",,18,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Hop Kiln 1997 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hop-kiln-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Hop Kiln
,White,US,"Toasty, buttery and warm, yet holds onto some crisp fruit. Full of apples, pears and nectarines, this is fruit-forward California wine. Lemony and quite pleasnt on the finish. 70% barrel fermentation allows for full integration of oak and fruit. The bulk of the blend is out of Carneros. Best Buy.",,14,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley-3443/,Chardonnay,1997,William Hill Estate
,Red,US,"Dusty, cedary notes define the nose. Plenty of fruit power and a distinguished body make this a fine easy-drinking red. Blackberries are all over the lively palate, which has already come together. Only 77% Cabernet makes this very much a Bordeaux blend. Saw some American oak in the aging process.",,16,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley-3444/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"After a two-year sabbatical, this side of the Mondavi family is back in the Sauvignon Blanc business … and quite successfully. This is a well-defined, clean, lemony wine. Citrus flavors dominate, and there's a soft feel throughout from one-third barrel fermentation. A tasty bitter-almond flavor graces the finish.",,13,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1998-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Charles Krug
12,Red,US,"A delicious lighter-style Pinot Noir with very bright strawberry and cherry flavors. Lots of joyous fruit, with an herbal note and brisk acidity to match. Verges on astringent, but full fruit never yields. Closes with good length and moderate tannins. Very good character; a fine buy at this price. Bodes well for the 1998 vintage in Oregon. Best Buy.",Oregon,11,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Bridgeview 1998 Oregon Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bridgeview-1998-oregon-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1998,Bridgeview
,Red,US,"Big, nicely focused wine with a roasty-toasty nose that sends up scents of smoke, coffee and roasted nuts. Lots of chocolate, cherries, preserves and ripe raspberry jam fill out the palate.",SLR,24,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pezzi King 1997 SLR Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pezzi-king-1997-slr-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Pezzi King
,Sparkling,Italy,"One of the largest and best producers of Asti, formerly known as Asti Spumante. The secret of buying good Asti is to buy it fresh (from a store with good turnover-since Asti is always nonvintage). Here you'll appreciate its sweet, delicate flavors of melon, peach, apple and grapefruit. Perfect with apple tarts and cream.",Asti,13,88,Piedmont,Piedmont,,Martini & Rossi NV Asti Moscato (Piedmont),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martini-rossi-nv-asti-muscat-moscato-piedmont/,Moscato,,Martini & Rossi
13,White,US,"Zesty and zippy. Absent are the lean grapefruit and bitter-almond flavors common to this varietal; they've been benched for a fuller-bodied style with texture and orange and tangerine qualities. Best lightly chilled, it's the perfect foil for cheese.",,16,88,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1997 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1997,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
,Red,France,"Restrained, tight black-cherry nose. Lean, elegant black-cherry fruit in the mouth. Shows classic light Pinot Noir character from an appellation not noted for big wines but which is becoming more popular among budget-conscious buyers as Burgundy prices climb. Perfect with grilled salmon and poultry.",,19,88,Burgundy,Chorey-lès-Beaune,,Joseph Drouhin 1995  Chorey-lès-Beaune,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-drouhin-1995-pinot-noir-chorey-beaune/,Pinot Noir,1995,Joseph Drouhin
12.5,White,US,"The fruit is crisp and focused, with a dash of peach rounding out and softening the tart grapefruit-herbal body of the wine. The finish is focused and lingers. Best Buy.",,8,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Fumé Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-sauvignon-blanc-fume-columbia-valley-wa/,Fumé Blanc,1998,Hogue
,White,US,"Santa Claus may be a myth but this wine proves New York wines with good fruit aren't. This lovely Chardonnay is from 30-year-old vines and avoids malolactic fermentation. A lean, lightly floral nose, excellent delineation of fruit, and barely any oak. Good body and a nice persistent finish. Hats off to Hermann.",,12,88,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Hermann J. Wiemer 1997 Chardonnay (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermann-j-wiemer-1997-chardonnay-finger-lakes/,Chardonnay,1997,Hermann J. Wiemer
13.7,Red,US,"Quite dark, with plum and black-cherry aromas. Rich and thick; mouthfilling. Some anise/licorice notes. Finishes long, with some drying tannins that make for a tough mouthful now but should resolve nicely in time.",York Creek,20,88,California,Napa,Spring Mountain District,Ridge 1996 York Creek Petite Sirah (Spring Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1996-york-creek-petite-sirah-napa-spring-mountain/,Petite Sirah,1996,Ridge
,Red,US,"Very dark in color and aromatically engaging with a lovely blackberry, earthy, cedary nose. Possesses a rich full feel, but has a nice, light herbal (oregano?) streak in the flavors to offset the dense plum, chocolate and raspberry core. Big, but neither too brawny nor brooding.",Zephyrus Vineyard,17,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,EOS 1996 Zephyrus Vineyard Petite Sirah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eos-1996-zephyrus-vineyard-petite-sirah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Petite Sirah,1996,EOS
,Red,US,"Deep black-cherry fruit with mint and spice notes provide the opening to this serious offering from long-time Pinot master David Bruce. Dusty chocolate and dark cherry flavors, and the slightly grainy mouthfeel lead to the tight but spicy finish. Substantial and with fine texture. Decant before drinking now or hold for 3+ years.",,35,88,California,Central Coast,Chalone,David Bruce 1997 Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,1997,David Bruce
15.4,Red,US,"Here's an appealing, youthful, bright, effusive nose, with a mix of red and black and even tropical fruits. Nice toasty coffee notes frame it, and the acids and tannins balance out the high (15.4%) alcohol.",Winemaker's Selection,26,88,California,South Coast,Cucamonga Valley,Geyser Peak 1997 Winemaker's Selection Zinfandel (Cucamonga Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-winemakers-selection-zinfandel-south-coast-cucamonga-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Geyser Peak
,Red,Chile,"Not in the same league as the Montes, but another success story from Chile. It's not so much the blackberry and tar aromas that make it, as the refined, stylish flavors and silky mouthfeel. Plenty of ripe, sweet fruit in a package of pure velvet, with sturdy enough acidity and tannins to lend it verve and finesse.",El Ceibo Estate,8,88,Aconcagua Valley,,,Errazuriz 1997 El Ceibo Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Aconcagua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/errazuriz-1997-el-ceibo-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-aconcagua-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Errazuriz
,Red,Italy,"From a 13.5-acre hillside vineyard, some of this wine (20%) was aged in small French oak barrels for two full years. Mature and ready in the nose, there is abundant acidity that makes for an ""awake"" wine bursting with tart red-cherry flavors and mouth-coating broad tannins. Rather smooth, but just a little acidic and mildly vegetal in the midpalate.",II Poggio Chianti Classico,45,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Castello di Monsanto 1995 II Poggio Chianti Classico  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-monsanto-1995-ii-poggio-chianti-classico-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Castello di Monsanto
,White,Italy,"Shows lots of lemony-citrusy fruit on the nose, with just a touch of oak spice. Medium-bodied, with excellent acidity, it should shine with various seafood dishes.",Al Poggio,27,88,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello di Ama 1997 Al Poggio Chardonnay (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-ama-1997-al-poggio-chardonnay-toscana/,Chardonnay,1997,Castello di Ama
,White,Italy,"A delicious white wine from a rarely seen (in the United States) white grape. There is a floral intensity in the opening, which deepens into an almondy, spicy center. Top it all off with a crisp and refreshing finish, and you have a real winner.",,23,88,Piedmont,Langhe,,Pio Cesare 1998 Arneis (Langhe),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pio-cesare-1998-italian-white-arneis-langhe/,Arneis,1998,Pio Cesare
,White,US,"Spicy, with plenty of creamy vanilla oak and pineapple-scented fruit. Surprisingly, it's not overly rich in the mouth, with a sense of restraint—as if it's holding something back that will blossom with time. Adequate acidity provides a sense of structure and balance.",Reserve,20,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1996 Reserve Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1996-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Geyser Peak
,Red,US,"A plush, soft red wine that defines Alexander Valley. You'll like the curranty, plummy aromas and flavors and the vanilla accents from new (American) oak. Stylish and sleek; only a certain wateriness keeps the score from being higher.",Reserve,32,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Geyser Peak
,White,US,"Another very oaky ABC Chard, this one with ripe, rich tropical fruit and vanilla notes. Quite rich considering the vintage, with lots of ripe peach, green apple and oak extract on the palate. Luscious and creamy. Tasted from a prerelease sample.",Sanford & Benedict Reserve,35,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 Sanford & Benedict Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-sanford-benedict-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Au Bon Climat
13.8,Red,US,"Always reliable and steady. Has enough fruity intensity and oaky, spicy flavors to satisfy. It's not complex, but sometimes all you need is an affordable, everyday Cab, and this one does the trick.",Coastal Vines,11,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Napa Ridge 1997 Coastal Vines Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/napa-ridge-1997-coastal-vines-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Napa Ridge
13.9,White,US,"Rich, pleasant and easy to drink, there is some serious body to this barrel-fermented wine that features 20% Sémillon for additional heft. A touch sweet, this is about as chunky as S.B. gets, and it should please Chardonnay drinkers. Orange-blossom aromas lead into plump, ripe grapefruit and lychee flavors. Soft, but still sprightly.",,12,88,California,California Other,California,Morgan 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1998-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Morgan
13.5,Red,US,"Excellent blackberry, smoky, earthy aromas greet the nose. Lots of follow-through on the palate, with a dense, almost syrupy texture, ripe fruit flavors and spice accents. A long, mildly tannic, sweet finish closes this fine, highly extracted wine.",Las Amigas Vineyard,45,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Signorello 1997 Las Amigas Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/signorello-1997-las-amigas-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Signorello
,Red,US,"An inviting nose, just a touch tight now, offering sweet cherry and berry fruit, tea, cinnamon, smoke, and barnyardy complexity. Very friendly sweet fruit on the palate. Moderately high acidity but the density of the fruit needs it for balance. A full, ripe finish.",Van der Kamp Vineyard,38,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Siduri 1997 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/siduri-1997-van-der-kamp-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,1997,Siduri
,Red,US,"A big, big wine. Inky black, with intense cassis, blackberry and plum aromas, and plenty of oak. Tight and tannic now, but the plentiful fruit flavors are lurking just below the surface. Age should do the trick.",Lytton Estate,28,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 1997 Lytton Estate Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1997-lytton-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1997,Ridge
,White,US,"Attractive aromas of citrus, tangerine and peach. Pretty flavors, with citrus, white-stone fruit and dry, zesty spices. Notable for its balance. Not ultrarich, but impeccably well made.",,19,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Simi
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Bien Nacido Vyd.,30,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Gary Farrell 1997 Bien Nacido Vyd. Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-bien-nacido-vyd-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gary Farrell
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Karina Vineyard,39,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley Vineyards 1997 Karina Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willamette-valley-1997-karina-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Willamette Valley Vineyards
,Red,US,Extremely ripe berries in the nose - almost like strawberry shortcake. Bordeaux-like in color and weight. Only for a moment does it veer toward Chianti. The backbone is there with licorice and black-cherry flavors; seems to fall short after that. Fine for grilled steak. A little overpriced.,Vineyards of TreMonte,35,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1996 Vineyards of TreMonte Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1996-vineyards-tremonte-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1996,Ferrari-Carano
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,35,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Argyle
,White,US,"A blend of Viognier (60%) and Marsanne (40%), you can tell this largely barrel-fermented wine was made with good fruit, but oh my, the oak. Vague floral, peach and citrusy notes are all that escape the cloak of vanilla. If winemaker Austin Hope would tone down the oak a notch, we'd rate this wine several points higher.",Mer Soleil Vineyard,25,86,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Treana 1997 Mer Soleil Vineyard White (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/treana-1997-mer-soleil-vineyard-white-central-coast/,White Blend,1997,Treana
,White,US,"Shows ripe pear and melon aromas and has a nice creamy mouthfeel, showing only minor oak influence. Nicely balanced, but finishes short. A pleasant, if low-intensity, quaff. Best Buy.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Canyon Road
13,Red,France,"From this well-known negociant we get a négociant-quality red; good for easy drinking, picnics and not a lot of scrutiny. Loaded with spicy, juicy, nutmeg-laden Grenache fruit, this wine is an indication of what good Côtes-du-Rhône can be. It isn't great, but at this price it doesn't have to be.",Les Violettes,7,83,Rhône Valley,Côtes du Rhône,,Moillard 1997 Les Violettes Red (Côtes du Rhône),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-1997-violettes-red-cotes/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Moillard
,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Echelon 1997 Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/echelon-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1997,Echelon
,White,Portugal,"Fermented and aged in new Portuguese oak, this wine has a distinct smoky-nutty quality. Made from the Portuguese varietals Encruzado, Assario Branco and Cerceal, it is dry, crisp and amply structured. Will work best with food. Probably not for sipping as an apéritif. Shows more fruit and floral qualities with time in the glass.",Duque de Viseu White Table Win,10,84,Dão,,,Sogrape 1997 Duque de Viseu White Table Win Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1997-duque-viseu-white-table-win-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,1997,Sogrape
14.1,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Sleepy Hollow Vineyard,,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterey Peninsula 1997 Sleepy Hollow Vineyard Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-peninsula-1997-sleepy-hollow-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Monterey Peninsula
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Estate Vineyard,21,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Evesham Wood 1997 Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evesham-wood-1997-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Evesham Wood
,White,US,"Has modest aromas of citrus fruit and spices. A bit rough and raw around the edges, with pretty fruit flavors, dry and satisfactory. A second label from Raymond. Best Buy.",,8,84,California,California Other,California,Amberhill 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amberhill-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Amberhill
13.2,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Mt. Jefferson Cuvée,20,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1997 Mt. Jefferson Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1997-mt-jefferson-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Cristom
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Vintage Reserve,28,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1996 Vintage Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1996-vintage-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Oak Knoll
,White,US,"A gold-colored, heavy-bodied Chardonnay with a closed, rather unappealing nose. Slight odors of marinated asparagus mingle with notes of the sea. An offering of pleasant fruit just isn't there. The finish is ponderous and the wine just doesn't make for much of a package. Not terrible, but one to take a pass on.",,12,82,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,FoxRidge 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxridge-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,FoxRidge
13.7,White,US,"Vanilla and Bartlett pear aromas on a body with some plump fruit, but not enough to battle and conquer the strange oak flavor. A bit thin, but not unpleasant. With more clean fruit there would be more wine here. Ultimately an adequate but lean quaff.",,16,82,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Douglas Hill 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/douglas-hill-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Douglas Hill
,Red,US,"The back label lauds the grower, winemakers and label artist. Maybe next time they'll credit the tonnellerie, for the oak is the most prominent component of this wine. There's some attractive red fruit on the front end, but it's quickly buried under a pile of lumber.",Imagery Series,20,82,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Imagery 1996 Imagery Series Sangiovese (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/imagery-1996-series-sangiovese-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Imagery
,White,US,"If not for the hint of peach on the nose, you might never know this was Viognier. A barely acceptable generic white wine, with any varietal character obliterated by barrel fermentation and oak influences.",Sonoma Moment,20,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Venezia 1997 Sonoma Moment Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venezia-1997-sonoma-moment-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,1997,Venezia
,White,US,"Buttery and oaky, there's a touch of leesy complexity but not a lot of fruit character. Has a decent body but is overdressed in charred oak.",Toasted Head,12,82,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1997 Toasted Head Chardonnay (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1997-toasted-head-chardonnay-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Chardonnay,1997,R.H. Phillips
13.2,Red,US,"Decent nose, with a touch of complex earth and barnyard aromas over the cherry fruit. The palate expands with dried flowers, berries and brush flavors that carry over onto the finish. Good basic Pinot Noir.",,8,82,California,California Other,California,Monterey Vineyard 1997 Pinot Noir (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-vineyard-1997-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Monterey Vineyard
12,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Old Vines,19,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Dr. Konstantin Frank 1996 Old Vines Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dr-konstantin-frank-1996-old-vines-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,1996,Dr. Konstantin Frank
14.1,White,US,"Rich, oaky and spicy on the nose. There's ripe fruit under the oak veneer, but it lacks character and never really blossoms. The finish is medium in length and dominated by wood.",Regusci Vineyard,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venezia 1997 Regusci Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venezia-1997-regusci-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Venezia
,Red,US,"The first ever Sangiovese from this venerable producer. A varietally-correct nose of sour cherries and chocolate. Light on the palate, with limpid berry fruit flavors, finely ground tannins, and a somewhat short, bitter finish. Lacks depth and complexity.",,14,83,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,Louis M. Martini 1997 Sangiovese (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1997-sangiovese-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Sangiovese,1997,Louis M. Martini
14.1,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Sangiacomo Vineyards,24,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cale 1997 Sangiacomo Vineyards Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cale-1997-sangiacomo-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Cale
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Jamesport 1997 Pinot Noir (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jamesport-1997-pinot-noir-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Noir,1997,Jamesport
,Red,Portugal,"Green peppers and a stemmy quality mar the nose, which is otherwise closed. Fruit then creeps into the picture, but never quite gets its foot through the door. Dry and tannic. Not bad but not all that welcoming.",,13,83,Estremadura,,,Quinta de Pancas 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-pancas-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-estremadura/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Quinta de Pancas
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,18,83,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1997 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Schug
,White,US,"Shows off Roussanne's mineral, citrus and white peach aromas, along with some toasty notes. It's dry and fruity, but a little too soft and simple.",Chequera Vineyard,19,83,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Dover Canyon 1998 Chequera Vineyard Roussanne (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dover-canyon-1998-chequera-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast/,Roussanne,1998,Dover Canyon
12.8,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,29,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Yamhill Valley 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/yamhill-valley-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Yamhill Valley
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,13,83,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,New Land 1997 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/new-land-1997-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,1997,New Land
,Red,US,"Dark black-cherry fruit and smoky, toasty oak are pleasant, but nothing more. A tart, smoky finish shows a heavy oak influence and leaves behind a slightly bitter taste of barrel char. Not up to Venezia's other efforts with Sangiovese.",Alegria Vineyard,23,83,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Venezia 1996 Alegria Vineyard Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venezia-1996-alegria-vineyard-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Venezia
,White,US,"Ripe and almost overly ready, there's some straightforward apple and pear flavor and a decent woody element. Best for things like barbecued shrimp or chicken. Simple and steady, but a bit vegetal.",,10,83,California,California Other,California,Tessera 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tessera-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Tessera
12.1,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,18,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1996 Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1996-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1996,King Estate
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Bien Nacido Vineyard,22,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Kallick 1997 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kallick-1997-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Kallick
,Red,France,"Starts off great. A very welcoming bouquet - warm and fuzzy with cola and root-beer scents, and perfectly stewed fruits. But then it loses it almost entirely on the palate, where it's lean and a little green. Best with food, where some of the tartness can be offset.",Cuvée Reservée Alsace,28,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 1996 Cuvée Reservée Alsace Pinot Noir (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-1996-cuvee-reservee-alsace-pinot-noir-alsace/,Pinot Noir,1996,Josmeyer
12.9,Red,US,"The aroma's stubbornly ungiving, but swirling reveals modest cherry-berry notes. Flavors of wild berry, dry and somewhat tannic. Disappointing and could be richer from this Sutter Home-owned specialist in Italian varietals.",Terra D'Oro,18,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1996 Terra D'Oro Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1996-terra-doro-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,1996,Montevina
13.8,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Central Coast Blend,38,84,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Nichols 1997 Central Coast Blend Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nichols-1997-central-coast-blend-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1997,Nichols
13.3,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,14,84,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 1997 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-1997-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,1997,Standing Stone
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Stiling Vineyard,30,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1997 Stiling Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-stiling-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gary Farrell
13.5,Red,US,"With 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Jammy and grapey, with ripe, pretty fruit. It's dry, and has a soft tannin structure and nice mouthfeel. Not especially varietal, but it's a clean wine made for easy drinking.",EXP,14,84,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1997 EXP Syrah (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1997-exp-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Syrah,1997,R.H. Phillips
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Estate,22,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bethel Heights 1997 Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1997-estate-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,1997,Bethel Heights
13.8,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Claudia's Choice,35,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Broadley 1997 Claudia's Choice Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/broadley-1997-claudias-choice-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Broadley
12.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,16,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Amity 1996 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/amity-1996-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Amity
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,14,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Schug 1997 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Schug
,Red,US,"Quite dark. Smells young and jammy, with that fermentation tank/CO2 scent riding over freshly crushed wild berries. Tastes very young and fruity, fairly tannic and rough. Might improve with age; might not.",,20,84,California,California Other,California,Jade Mountain 1997 Mourvèdre (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jade-mountain-1997-mourvedre-other/,Mourvèdre,1997,Jade Mountain
,White,US,"A slightly musty, mushroom-tinged bouquet is less than inviting, but the body is solid and a basket of tropical fruit and spicy oak is there on the palate. A wine with seemingly more potential than it shows, this isn't one to save. Soft acidity makes it a pleasing quaffer.",Reserve,19,84,California,Central Coast,Livermore Valley,Concannon 1996 Reserve Chardonnay (Livermore Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concannon-1996-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-livermore-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Concannon
12.5,White,US,"From a more obscure growing region north of Napa and east of Mendocino, there is some pear flavor on top of pronounced oak. Decent in the mouth with enough acidity to protect the fruit from oak overload. Lemony and light, with a lot of buttery, oaky, soft character. Tastes better at first and then loses steam.",,11,85,California,Lake County,Clear Lake,Wildhurst 1997 Chardonnay (Clear Lake),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wildhurst-1997-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-clear/,Chardonnay,1997,Wildhurst
,Red,US,"Smells bacony and leathery, with currant and anise notes, and a whiff of vanilla from American oak. The fruit flavors are pretty but simple, and the tannins are ultrasoft.",,18,85,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,David Bruce 1997 Ranchita Canyon  (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-1997-ranchita-canyon-paso-robles/,Ranchita Canyon,1997,David Bruce
,White,France,"All crispness and bitter almonds rolled into a coat of green-apple flavor. A slight green quality, too. Minerally and racy like Chablis should be, it is has a lean, mineral-tinged finish. Warms up after a while, but holds onto its flinty, somewhat ungenerous personality.",Vaillons Premier Cru,33,85,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Pic 1997 Vaillons Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-pic-1997-vaillons-premier-cru-white-chablis/,White Blend,1997,Albert Pic
13.5,White,Australia,"A vanilla-tinged apple bouquet makes an immediate impression. Soft and seemingly sweet, accented by oak, this medium-bodied wine shows plenty of pineapple fruit. The finish is dominated by spicy oak. A formula-made wine for the American mass market-lots of oak and lots of fruit.",Reserve,14,85,South Australia,Padthaway,,Jacob's Creek 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Padthaway),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jacobs-creek-1997-reserve-chardonnay-padthaway/,Chardonnay,1997,Jacob's Creek
12.3,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,35,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1996 Reserve Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1996-reserve-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1996,King Estate
,Red,Portugal,"Spicy, floral and a bit pruney, this shows all the characteristics typical of the hot Alentejo region. A big mouthful of red fruit makes it similar to Merlot, but the big smoky, oaky aftertaste brings it home with a little more kick. Enough complexity here to make it very worthwhile as an everyday wine. Finishes slightly flat.",Vinha do Monte,10,85,Alentejo,,,Sogrape 1997 Vinha do Monte Red (Alentejo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1997-vinha-monte-red-alentejo/,Portuguese Red,1997,Sogrape
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Laurene,45,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Domaine Drouhin 1996 Laurene Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-drouhin-1996-laurene-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Domaine Drouhin
13.2,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Eola Springs Vyd.,26,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Silvan Ridge 1996 Eola Springs Vyd. Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/silvan-ridge-1996-eola-springs-vyd-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Silvan Ridge
,Red,US,"Light, fruity aromas of raspberry, cherry and herbal-spicy notes. Has herbal, vegetable flavors, with some supple berry fruit. Dry and soft.",Mas Viejo,16,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1997 Mas Viejo Mourvèdre (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-mas-viejo-mourvedre-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Mourvèdre,1997,Preston
13,White,Australia,"This nicely balanced and refined Chardonnay offers pear, pineapple and faint peach aromas. On the palate it is spicy with oak and pear flavors. Finishes spicy with a citrusy zing.",,9,85,New South Wales,Hunter Valley,,Hermitage Road 1998 Chardonnay (Hunter Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hermitage-road-1998-chardonnay-hunter-valley/,Chardonnay,1998,Hermitage Road
,Red,US,"A blend of Sangiovese, Zinfandel and Syrah, it shows berrylike Zin- and Syrah-driven fruit on the nose before the Sangiovese asserts itself on the palate. A lightweight red that offers considerable pleasure at a modest tariff.",Rosso Classico,11,85,California,California Other,California,Il Cuore 1996 Rosso Classico Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-cuore-1996-rosso-classico-red-other/,Red Blend,1996,Il Cuore
13.4,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Prince Hill,35,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Erath 1996 Prince Hill Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/erath-1996-prince-hill-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Erath
,White,US,"Good color and texture, but short on flavorful fruit. A bit lean and lemony throughout, the wine just never gets it completely together. A smidgin of green-apple crispness and a little warmth, but overall too green and lean to score higher.",Edna Valley Reserve,16,85,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Leeward 1996 Edna Valley Reserve Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeward-1996-edna-valley-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Leeward
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Les Revelles-Mendocino Elke Vy,50,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Ici/La-Bas 1997 Les Revelles-Mendocino Elke Vy Pinot Noir (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ici-bas-1997-revelles-mendocino-elke-vy-pinot-noir-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Ici/La-Bas
13.3,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Signature Cuvée,54,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Joe Dobbes 1997 Signature Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joe-dobbes-1997-signature-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Joe Dobbes
,White,Portugal,"From the Setúbal Peninsula near Lisbon, this dry white is made from the Moscatel grape that usually is turned into a sweet barrel-aged wine. Blasting aromas of orange blossoms, honey and lilacs. Light and lemony, it sports a persistent citrus finish. Could work well with grilled pork chops or shrimp.",,11,85,Terras do Sado,,,João Pires 1997 Muscat (Terras do Sado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joao-pires-1997-muscat-terras-sado/,Muscat,1997,João Pires
12.6,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Estate-grown Reserve,20,85,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Fox Run 1997 Estate-grown Reserve Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-run-1997-estate-grown-reserve-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,1997,Fox Run
,Red,Portugal,"Matured 18 months in Portuguese oak, this is a light wine that is made to be a bargain but offers a lot more than that. Cinnamon, red berries and a kiss of wood frame this Beaujolais-type wine that is reminiscent of light Pinot Noir. Will take well to a chill and will augment burgers or sausage off the grill. Better than previous efforts and extremely nice for this incredible price. Best Buy.",Grão Vasco,6,86,Dão,,,Sogrape 1997 Grão Vasco Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1997-grao-vasco-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,1997,Sogrape
,Red,US,"Rich, soft and full-bodied, this black-cherry and smoke-scented wine doesn't taste particularly like Sangiovese, but it's tasty nonetheless. One of the better Sangiovese offerings from the folks at Venezia.",Van Noy Vineyard,22,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Venezia 1996 Van Noy Vineyard Sangiovese (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venezia-1996-van-noy-vineyard-sangiovese-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Venezia
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 1997 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-1997-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,MacRostie
13.4,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Stoller Vineyards,28,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1997 Stoller Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1997-stoller-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Chehalem
13,White,US,"A strong and forceful nose leads a lees-aged wine that's plenty thick and creamy, but comes up a little short. Slightly lean on the midpalate and lemony, Acacia manages to grab the typical bitter-almond flavor common to Carneros but doesn't give us the bright fruit necessary to offset the rougher edges.",,20,86,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Acacia
13.8,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Edna Ranch Vineyard,36,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Nichols 1997 Edna Ranch Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nichols-1997-edna-ranch-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Nichols
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Jacob Hart Vyd.,40,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1997 Jacob Hart Vyd. Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1997-jacob-hart-vyd-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Rex Hill
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,La Colline-Reserve,30,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Soleil & Terroir 1997 La Colline-Reserve Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleil-terroir-1997-colline-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Soleil & Terroir
12,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,20,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1997 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1997-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Sokol Blosser
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,24,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Gary Farrell 1997 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gary-farrell-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Gary Farrell
,Red,US,"A full-throttle Sangiovese, with impressive aromas and flavors of blackberries and cherries, jammy, rich and sweetly ripe. It's silky soft, with a velvety texture. Currently a bit flat, though still smooth, with a cool core of black fruit and toasty oak.",Signet Collection,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1996 Signet Collection Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1996-signet-collection-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Dark plum aromas, almost grapey in character. Slightly roasted. Burnt plums. Uncomplicated, but mouthfilling and enjoyable.",La Farfalla,15,86,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 1997 La Farfalla Charbono (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-1997-farfalla-italian-red-charbono-other/,Charbono,1997,Ca' del Solo
12.7,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Seven Springs Vineyard,30,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Polk County,Adelsheim 1996 Seven Springs Vineyard Pinot Noir (Polk County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1996-seven-springs-vineyard-pinot-noir-other-polk-county/,Pinot Noir,1996,Adelsheim
13.9,Red,US,"Perfumed cherries and a small amount of toasty oak mingle nicely in this workmanlike red. No, it's not particularly complex, but it does make for a satisfying mouthful.",,18,86,California,North Coast,North Coast,Chameleon 1997 Sangiovese (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chameleon-1997-sangiovese-north-coast/,Sangiovese,1997,Chameleon
13,White,US,"Possibly the most commercially successful mass-produced Chardonnay in America. Always marked by fresh, ripe green-apple and pear aromas and flavors, crisp acidity and well-oaked notes. Another fine vintage, and, at 850,000 cases, widely available.",Sundial,9,86,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1998 Sundial Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1998-sundial-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Fetzer
15,Red,US,"The aroma is dominated by tomato, coffee bean, mushroom and berry; kind of herbal and earthy. It's tasty enough, with pretty berry flavors and a nice spiciness that lingers on the finish. Dry, with sturdy but drinkable tannins. This could benefit from a year or so in the bottle.",Terra D'Oro,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1996 Terra D'Oro Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1996-terra-doro-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,1996,Montevina
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Edna Ranch Vineyard Reserve,30,86,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Soleil & Terroir 1997 Edna Ranch Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/soleil-terroir-1997-edna-ranch-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Soleil & Terroir
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Res,20,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1997 Bien Nacido Vineyard Grand Res Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1997-bien-nacido-vineyard-grand-res-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Villa Mt. Eden
13.5,Red,US,"A wine from vineyards in the Atlas Peak and Stags Leap sections of the valley, this is very dry, lean and conjures up memories of unclassified wines from the Médoc. A bit short on sweet, appealing character.",Red Triangle,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Rowland 1997 Red Triangle Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rowland-1997-red-triangle-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Rowland
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,19,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"They hold this pale red wine back a few extra years, and it has gained some complexities, with tea, tar, earth and raspberry aromas. Slightly darker than a rose, not a big wine, but pretty and complex. Needs the right food to wake it up. Best Buy.",Rosso di Nebbiolo,10,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 1994 Rosso di Nebbiolo Nebbiolo (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-1994-rosso-nebbiolo-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Nebbiolo,1994,Mosby
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Shea Vineyard Cuvée 'J',27.50,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Evesham Wood 1997 Shea Vineyard Cuvée 'J' Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/evesham-wood-1997-shea-vineyard-cuvee-j-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Evesham Wood
,White,France,From proprietor and biodynamic proponent Nicolas Joly comes this just off-dry rendering of Chenin Blanc. Intense floral fruit on the opening with a fine minerally edge at the finish.,Becherelle Coulée de Serrant,26,86,Loire Valley,Savennières,,Château de la Roche-Aux-Moines 1996 Becherelle Coulée de Serrant  (Savennières),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-roche-aux-moines-1996-becherelle-coulee-serrant-white-savennieres/,White Blend,1996,Château de la Roche-Aux-Moines
13.6,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Pierre Leon,30,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 1997 Pierre Leon Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1997-pierre-leon-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,WillaKenzie Estate
,White,US,"Has strong floral, peach, citrus and wildflower scents. A nice, easy-drinking wine, with pronounced citrus and peach flavors. Drinks dry and clean.",,24,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Wild Horse 1998 Viognier (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1998-viognier-central-coast/,Viognier,1998,Wild Horse
,Red,Portugal,"A blend of five Douro grapes, several of which go into Port, this has a dusty nose and a palate of warm berries. It's a thick, jammy, pungent wine that expands in the mouth to catch all corners. Aged in French oak for about a year, this wine has the potential to age and become something special.",Reserva,13,87,Douro,,,Sogrape 1996 Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1996-reserva-red-douro/,Portuguese Red,1996,Sogrape
,Red,Portugal,"An experimental wine made by Alvaro Castro, this is 60% Touriga Nacional and 40% Alfrocheiro, a popular red varietal in the Dão region. Don't be too shocked by the gamy, barnyard nose. It blows off after a few moments to reveal coffee, dark chocolate, vanilla and black-cherry flavors. It is close to being ready to drink, but may be difficult to find due to limited production.",Vinho Tinto,25,87,Dão,,,Quinta de Saes 1996 Vinho Tinto Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-saes-1996-vinho-tinto-red-dao/,Red Blend,1996,Quinta de Saes
,Red,US,"Stylish wine, with currant, plum, and smoke aromas; rich and fine. A bit light in body and fruit, but has considerable charm nonetheless. Drink now.",,20,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Tria 1996 Syrah (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tria-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-county/,Syrah,1996,Tria
,White,US,"An exotic style that shows Viognier's citrus and tropical fruit character but also veers into banana and smoked meat. It's dry and rich, with powerful fruit and spice flavors, and a long, strong finish. Would score higher but seems a bit unfocused.",,18,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Curtis 1997 Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/curtis-1997-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,1997,Curtis
13.8,White,US,"This is a tight Chardonnay from the Carneros region, brimming with lemony aromas and flavors. Oak notes add complexity, but it's far from plush. Lean is more like it, but stylish.",Sangiacomo Vyd,18,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Carmenet 1997 Sangiacomo Vyd Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1997-sangiacomo-vyd-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Carmenet
14.1,White,US,"Pineapple, pear and buttery notes on the nose segue into a lush, oaky, low-acid impression on the palate. The vanilla and spice notes taper off quickly on the finish, but it's a solid wine nonetheless.",,17,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Chappellet
,Red,Portugal,"Dry and leafy, this has the telltale Portuguese flavors fans of these wines seek. Fresh with a just-out-of-the-barrel flavor and feel, this is an affordable wine of quality. Solid with a pure, potent backbone. Best Buy.",Particular,11,87,Dão,,,Caves Aliança 1996 Particular Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-alianca-1996-particular-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,1996,Caves Aliança
,White,US,"Italy's workhorse white plows new ground in California. Pretty aromas of grapefruit and peach. Bone-dry, but the citrus flavors explode in your mouth. Refreshing acidity; try with prosciutto and melon or grilled fish with salsa.",,16,87,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1997 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-famiglia-di-robert-mondavi-1997-pinot-grigio-california-5875/,Pinot Grigio,1997,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
13,White,US,"From this Kendall-Jackson-owned winery comes a modest Chard with decent enough aromas and flavors. It's fruity and a little oaky, and well-balanced. Even has some richness. Good bargain.",,13,87,California,California Other,California,Camelot 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/camelot-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Camelot
,Red,US,"This is Bonny Doon's unfiltered heavyweight Italian-style blend, and boy, does it have some teeth. At 84% Sangiovese and the rest Barbera and Syrah, this is for fans of rustic, big-muscled reds. Flavor over finesse all the way. Extremely fruity and heavily concentrated, the wine isn't meant to age for long, but it certainly could. A big-time match for big home-cooked meals.",Il Fiasco,15,87,California,California Other,California,Ca' del Solo 1997 Il Fiasco Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ca-solo-1997-il-fiasco-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1997,Ca' del Solo
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Cuvée du Tonnelier,36,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Brick House 1997 Cuvée du Tonnelier Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brick-house-1997-cuvee-tonnelier-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Brick House
,White,US,"Pretty nose of oak, citrus and tropical fruits, and a pungent anise or minty note. Nice rich flavors, very forward in fruit and spice, clean, with some complexity. Turns oaky on the finish.",Reserve,15,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1997 Reserve Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1997-reserve-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Raymond
,Red,Portugal,"Always the workhorse in the Sogrape stable, this wine never seems to fail. And here it comes through once again. Tight and compact at first, it opens into a forest of spice, herbs and Portuguese oak. There's a lot of wine here for the money, and it will age well over a couple of years. Flavorful and full of character, this is the epitome of good, basic Portuguese red wine. Best Buy.",Duque du Viseu,11,87,Dão,,,Sogrape NV Duque du Viseu Red (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-nv-duque-viseu-red-dao/,Portuguese Red,,Sogrape
,White,Portugal,"A zippy wine made entirely from the Alvarinho grape, a.k.a Albariño in Spain. This tank-fermented crisp white is laced with tangerine and grapefruit flavors on top of a full-fledged aromatic nose. Slightly spritzy, it awakens the palate for lunch. Pure fruit and a nice texture make this the perfect light wine for a first course. Best Buy.",Morgadio da Torre,13,87,Vinho Verde,,,Sogrape 1998 Morgadio da Torre Alvarinho (Vinho Verde),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1998-morgadio-torre-albarino-alvarinho-vinho-verde/,Alvarinho,1998,Sogrape
13.8,White,US,"Part of the Sonoma Cask series, this is a full-bodied, typical Sonoma Chard with some pine and green-apple aromas. Nicely balanced, with some toasted oak on the moderate, citrus-tinged finish. Plenty of ripe fruit here, and warmth. Overall not too complex or layered, but a lot to like.",,13,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sebastiani 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sebastiani-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Sebastiani
13.2,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Valhalla Vineyard,45,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Conn Valley 1997 Valhalla Vineyard Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conn-valley-1997-valhalla-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Conn Valley
,Red,US,"Yummy aromas of plum and blackberry; deep and dark and chocolaty. Tastes young, with earthy-woody notes. Supple and fine, with ripe fruit. Fairly tannic now. On the straightforward side; a little simple, but tasty.",Ancient Vines,18,87,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1997 Ancient Vines Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1997-ancient-vines-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,1997,Cline
,White,France,"Textbook crisp Sancerre from an ancient Loire property. Very typically defined by lively citrus fruit and a combination of steeliness and flowers. A good bistro wine, perfect for a shellfish salad at the café. Sharp and refreshing when cold, it gets nutty and more hospitable at a warmer temperature. Overall a nice wine.",,18,87,Loire Valley,Sancerre,,Château de Sancerre 1997  Sancerre,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-sancerre-1997-sauvignon-blanc-sancerre/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Château de Sancerre
,White,US,"Pale gold color. The nose shows a lot of pear and pineapple fruit and some creamy vanilla notes from barrel fermentation. Medium-bodied, it finishes with some spicy oak notes. Attractive wine, drink now.",,12,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 1997 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Armida
,White,France,"From an 18th-century Chablis house now owned by Loire-based Ladoucette, this is a typically chalky, dry white highlighted by very clear but lean, lemony fruit. A little bread dough marks the nose along with notes of pineapple. A well-bred wine that's young and tight. Steely and full of grapefruit; fresh and simple at this point in time, it may improve with age.",Montmains Premier Cru,33,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Pic 1997 Montmains Premier Cru  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-pic-1997-montmains-premier-cru-white-chablis/,White Blend,1997,Albert Pic
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,30,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,ZD 1997 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zd-1997-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,ZD
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,16,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 1997 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-1997-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Westrey
,Red,US,"Nice aromas of black cherry, tobacco, black pepper and earth. A fairly rich wine of berry and spice flavors, dry and refreshing. Fifteen percent Shiraz (Syrah) adds depth and richness. Lots to like in this soft, balanced wine.",Nuovo Mondo,24,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Venezia 1997 Nuovo Mondo Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venezia-1997-nuovo-mondo-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1997,Venezia
,White,US,"Has wildflower, citrus, honey, and tropical fruit aromas and flavors. A fruit-driven wine, dry and savory, and a little rough around the edges. May improve with a year or so of age.",James Gang Reserve,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tobin James 1998 James Gang Reserve Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tobin-james-1998-gang-reserve-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,1998,Tobin James
,Red,US,"Just beyond rosé, with cherry, smoke, nail-polish and vanilla aromas. Dry and light-bodied, with tea-like tannins and crisp acidity. A youthful, vibrant wine you could even chill slightly before serving. Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault. Best Buy.",La Petite Quest,10,87,California,California Other,California,Thomas Coyne 1997 La Petite Quest Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-1997-petite-quest-red-other/,Red Blend,1997,Thomas Coyne
,Red,Portugal,"A mature nose of leaves, pepper and even tomatoes and green peppers may be one drinker's invitation to dive in and another's marching orders. A really individualistic wine, it is robust with good tannins and body. The '94, the current release but no spring chicken, is a good example of this wine at its best. Best Buy.",Tinto da Anfora,11,87,Alenteo,,,J.P. Vinhos 1994 Tinto da Anfora Red (Alenteo),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jp-vinhos-1994-tinto-anfora-red-alenteo/,Portuguese Red,1994,J.P. Vinhos
13.5,Red,US,From one of California's Syrah pioneers.  The '96 is a spicy and delicious wine with deep and powerful fruit; the finish is long and velvety smooth.,Vin du Mistral,30,87,California,California Other,California,Joseph Phelps 1996 Vin du Mistral Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joseph-phelps-1996-vin-mistral-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1996,Joseph Phelps
,Red,Portugal,"Made from Tourigas Nacional and Francesa, and some Tinto Roriz (Tempranillo), this is a crisp, almost lean, red that was aged in small oak barrels, about half of which were new and from Portugal. Green tea, vanilla and dark fruit blanket the nose. Through the palate it is tight as a drum, indicating that a few years may help this out. American wine consultant Jerry Luper oversaw the making of this wine.",Porca de Murça Reserva,17,87,Douro,,,Real Vinicola 1997 Porca de Murça Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-vinicola-1997-porca-murca-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1997,Real Vinicola
,Red,US,"Some folks claim this is the same grape as Piedmont's Dolcetto, others that it is an obscure French grape. Whatever it is, it's hard not to like this example. It shows plenty of bright red fruit on the nose, is soft, low acid and low in tannins, making it very gulpable. Drink soon for its effusive fruit.",Old Vines,14,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Topolos 1997 Old Vines Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topolos-1997-old-vines-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,1997,Topolos
,Red,US,"Made from organically grown grapes, there's vivid and concentrated fruit laid against soft, approachable tannins with a lingering finish.",,13,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Sobon Estate 1998 Sangiovese (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1998-sangiovese-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Sangiovese,1998,Sobon Estate
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Olivet Lane Estate,20,87,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Pellegrini 1997 Olivet Lane Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1997-olivet-lane-estate-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Pellegrini
,White,France,"A step up from this producer's rather pedestrian Vaillons premier cru, this bottling offers pleasant but reserved aromas of slate and stone fruits. Some appley fruit pops on first impression, but then retreats, leaving an almondy, minerally finish. A nice enough wine that provokes more praise than complaints, but it's a bit tough to swallow at this hefty price.",Grenouilles,54,87,Burgundy,Chablis,,Albert Pic 1997 Grenouilles  (Chablis),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albert-pic-1997-grenouilles-white-chablis/,White Blend,1997,Albert Pic
,White,US,"Occupies one end of the Viognier spectrum, showing mineral, shellac, and extreme citrus or gooseberry aromas. The flavors similarly veer to the mineral, hay and grassy side. Very dry, crisp and clean.",Glenrose Vineyard,20,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1998 Glenrose Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1998-glenrose-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,1998,Eberle
,Red,US,"Interesting aromas of blackberry and blueberry, with smoked meat. A juicy red wine, dry and tasty. Fairly neutral in flavor, but has some complexities in the structure. Not a great wine, but a good one.",Oat Valley Carignan,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Ridge 1996 Oat Valley Carignan Carignane (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1996-oat-valley-carignan-carignan-carignane-sonoma-valley/,Carignane,1996,Ridge
,White,US,"Has minty, smoky-vanilla aromas. Tastes very oaky, with sweet oak extract and vanilla. Dry, rich and creamy, and fairly soft, but a little thin on the fruit.",Rincon Vineyard,20,88,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1997 Rincon Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1997-rincon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Talley
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,27,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Westrey 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/westrey-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Westrey
,White,US,"From an up-and-coming varietal, shows citrus, almond and smoke notes. Really ripe and rich, but the lively acidity keeps it crisp. An easy-drinking white of some complexity, and a good value. Best Buy.",,10,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 1997 Pinot Grigio (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Mosby
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve Blend,50,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Nichols 1997 Reserve Blend Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nichols-1997-reserve-blend-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1997,Nichols
14,Red,US,"Great complex nose with earthy, leathery, barnyardy notes over a dense cherry-strawberry fruit foundation. The solid fruit core follows through on the palate. Firm and showing full tannins now, it has good length and a fine fruit-driven finish.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1997 Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Byron
,White,US,"More like an Italian Pinot Grigio than an Alsatian Pinot Gris, this wine is light and lively on the palate, with a peachy-floral nose, a slightly creamy mouthfeel, and zesty lemon-lime flavors. Finishes with a touch of bitter almond.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1998 Pinot Gris (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Gris,1998,Babcock
,White,US,"From a family-owned vineyard in Dry Creek, although the winery itself is in the Anderson Valley. Milla Handley shows her deft hand in this dry, elegant, and racy Chard that's full of juicy tropical fruit and spice. Easy drinking and stylish.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Handley 1997 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/handley-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Handley
,White,US,"Like most Salinas Valley Chards, this one shows ultraripe aromas of tropical fruit and even apricot. It's dry and crisp, fairly tart, but oaky notes and partial barrel fermentation give it a rich, creamy, leesy texture.",Gravelstone,15,88,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1997 Gravelstone Chardonnay (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1997-gravelstone-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey/,Chardonnay,1997,Jekel
,Red,US,"Represents a new direction for Lane Tanner, who calls this her ""Jungle Boy"" wine. Dark and brooding now, with huge doses of plum, pepper, berry, vanilla and clove. Pretty tannic, too. Ultraripe fruit, immense, needs time. Try after 2002.",,20,88,California,Central Coast,San Luis Obispo County,Lane Tanner 1997 Syrah (San Luis Obispo County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lane-tanner-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-san-luis-obispo-county/,Syrah,1997,Lane Tanner
,White,US,"Opens with lush aromas of citrus, butter, hay and peach. An inviting white wine with some richness; dry and citrusy, with spicy complexities. Won't break the bank, either.",,12,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1997 Marsanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1997-marsanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Marsanne,1997,Buttonwood Farm
,White,US,A lovely wine with classic Viognier fruit - peach and honeysuckle with a trace of citrus - deepening into a layered and long finish. It has the strength and richness to match with fairly spicy dishes.,,24,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1997 Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1997-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,1997,Mazzocco
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Sharon's Vineyard,36,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Nichols 1997 Sharon's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nichols-1997-sharons-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Nichols
,Red,US,"Intense aromas of bacon, smoke, currant, plum, anise, berry and earth. Tastes strong, with lots of forward fruit, and is very dry. Has some rough edges to lose; cellar it for a year or two and see what happens.",,24,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Adelaida 1996 Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelaida-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1996,Adelaida
,White,US,"An intriguing wine, with very good fruit purity, lots of  apple, pear, and earth flavors, even a touch of crème brulée. Medium to full in the mouth, with an earthy, nutty finish.",Ceago Vinegarden,35,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Fox Creek 1997 Ceago Vinegarden Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fox-creek-1997-ceago-vinegarden-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Fox Creek
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Les Revelles-OR/CA Vineyard Se,35,88,America,,,Ici/La-Bas 1997 Les Revelles-OR/CA Vineyard Se Pinot Noir (America),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ici-bas-1997-revelles-or-ca-vineyard-se-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-anderson-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Ici/La-Bas
14.5,Red,US,A powerful and well-crafted wine with deep concentrated flavors of blackberry and dried fruit.,Monte Rosso Vyd. Selection,35,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Louis M. Martini 1996 Monte Rosso Vyd. Selection Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/louis-m-martini-1996-monte-rosso-vyd-selection-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Louis M. Martini
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Roosevelt Vineyard,40,88,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Elk Cove 1997 Roosevelt Vineyard Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1997-roosevelt-vineyard-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Elk Cove
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,48,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1996 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1996-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Ponzi
,White,US,"A ripe, concentrated style, blending citrus aromas and flavors with tropical fruit ones; also has nice buttery, peachy notes. Balanced, creamy and frankly delicious, with high acidity.",Fralich Vineyard,18,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Edna Valley Vineyard 1998 Fralich Vineyard Viognier (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-1998-fralich-viognier-central-coast-paso-robles/,Viognier,1998,Edna Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"Orange peel and citric red fruit on the nose give a nice first impression. It's highly perfumed and strawberryish, too. On the palate it's light but flavorful, showing some tart sour cherries. Elegant and moderately complex. Stylish and easy drinking.",Il Chiaretto,18,88,California,California Other,California,M. Cosentino 1997 Il Chiaretto Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1997-il-chiaretto-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1997,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"Peppery, with a sleek nose that offers a hint of bell pepper and alcohol. Fairly light in color and body, but with good fruity strength. A little hot and seemingly made in an old-fashioned, old-country way without a lot of manipulation. Not tannic; straightforward and confident. Good wine for the price.",,14,88,California,Napa,Napa County,Lyeth 1996 Red (Napa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lyeth-1996-red-napa-county/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Lyeth
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Paragon Vineyard,33,88,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Nichols 1997 Paragon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nichols-1997-paragon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-edna-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Nichols
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Southeast Block Reserve,30,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Eola-Amity Hills,Bethel Heights 1997 Southeast Block Reserve Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1997-southeast-block-reserve-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-eola-amity-hills/,Pinot Noir,1997,Bethel Heights
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,La Bauge Au Dessus,25,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 La Bauge Au Dessus Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-bauge-dessus-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Au Bon Climat
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Balcombe Vineyard,35,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Torii Mor 1997 Balcombe Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torii-mor-1997-balcombe-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Torii Mor
,Red,US,"Better than most California Sangioveses, with rich berry-spicy aromas and flavors, and a silky texture. It's youthful and vibrant now, and should be drunk young. Contains 3% Zinfandel and 2% Charbono. The odd-shaped bottle contains only 2/3 of a regular bottle.",,22,88,California,California Other,California,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi 1996 Sangiovese (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/famiglia-robert-mondavi-1996-sangiovese-other/,Sangiovese,1996,La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi
13.8,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,22,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 1997 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-1997-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Saintsbury
,Red,Australia,"Very dark. Powerful roasted-almond aromas, licorice, currant and smoke; warm and generous. Tastes supple, with ample fruit and sturdy tannins. Very dry. Some austerity but quite a fine mouthful, especially at this price. 80% Shiraz and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. Best Buy.",Koonunga Hill,11,88,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1997 Koonunga Hill Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1997-koonunga-hill-red-blend-shiraz-cabernet-sauvignon-south/,Shiraz-Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Penfolds
13.4,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Winemaker's Reserve,75,88,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Umpqua Valley,Henry Estate 1994 Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/henry-estate-1994-winemakers-reserve-pinot-noir-southern-umpqua-valley/,Pinot Noir,1994,Henry Estate
,Red,US,"A subtle, elegant, medium-bodied Cabernet. Not overextracted or overly oaked. Mildly earthy with a touch of tobacco making for a Graves style. Now to 2003 and may develop greater length with more age.",,30,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos Pegase 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-pegase-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Clos Pegase
,Red,US,"They call this grape the Beaujolais of Piedmont, and with good reason. Earthy, berry aromas with leather, tar and cherry, but extremely soft and silky. Notable for its deep, satisfying fruitiness. An elegant, pretty wine, and a great value. Best Buy.",,11,88,California,South Coast,Temecula,Callaway 1996 Dolcetto (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1996-italian-red-dolcetto-south-coast-temecula/,Dolcetto,1996,Callaway
,White,US,"A complex, intense wine that shows its mountain roots. Aromas of lemon, anise, chocolate, mineral and wildflowers. Strong fruity, flinty flavors; racy, with enough interest that it doesn't pall after a few sips.",,20,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Sierra Vista 1998 Viognier (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-1998-viognier-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Viognier,1998,Sierra Vista
13,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,35,89,Oregon,Southern Oregon,Rogue Valley,Griffin Creek 1997 Pinot Noir (Rogue Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/griffin-creek-1997-pinot-noir-southern-rogue-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Griffin Creek
,Red,US,"Lots of briary berry aromas - blackberry, black raspberry - and smoky, earthy scents. Huge fruity extract coats the palate and the tannins are soft and lush. It's explosive, but a little unfocused.",Redhead,24,89,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Fife 1997 Redhead Petite Sirah (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fife-1997-redhead-petite-sirah-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Petite Sirah,1997,Fife
,White,US,"Clean, pure aromas of smoky oak, tangerine rind, vanilla and ripe peach. Rich on the palate, with lots of fruity extract and spicy oak. Balanced, dry and refined. What a wonderful value from this organic label. Best Buy.",,11,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Bonterra 1997 Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1997-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Bonterra
13.5,Red,Australia,"Pitch black. Lush, high-toned aromas of currant, blackberry and oaky-smoke; fine and pure. Quite tannic and austere now, actually palate-numbing, but a hint of fully ripened dark stone fruit suggests aging potential. From a cooler region.",Bin 128,22,89,South Australia,Coonawarra,,Penfolds 1996 Bin 128 Shiraz (Coonawarra),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1996-bin-128-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-coonawarra/,Shiraz,1996,Penfolds
,White,US,"Has smoky, citrus, mineral and honey aromas. It's tart and crisp, with strong citrus flavors and is somewhat austere. A high-toned ""structural"" wine that should grow in complexity with some bottle age.",,32,89,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Alban 1997 Roussanne (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alban-1997-roussanne-central-coast-edna-valley/,Roussanne,1997,Alban
,Red,US,"Fairly light in color for Syrah, and light-bodied, too, but the flavors - currant, cherry, raspberry and earth - are pretty and rich. It's dry. If you're in the mood for a fairly complex, easier-drinking red, try it.",Red Rock Ridge,19,89,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Sierra Vista 1997 Red Rock Ridge Syrah (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sierra-vista-1997-red-rock-ridge-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Syrah,1997,Sierra Vista
,White,US,"Pretty aromas of wildflowers, vanilla, citrus and smoky butter. Very fruity and extracted; tastes sweet, although it's actually dry. Smooth and tasty; lots to like here.",,14,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Tria 1997 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tria-1997-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,1997,Tria
,Red,US,"Big, fresh and bulky, it smells like the grapes were picked yesterday at the peak of ripeness. A lot of healthy sunshine is evident in the plummy, puckery berry fruit that hits you straight on. Well balanced and a lot of wine for the money. A long oak-tinged finish makes for a complete package.",,16,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Geyser Peak
13.6,White,US,"Although a bit more acidity would have pushed this wine into the next decile, it's still a delicious drink. Floral aromas burst from the glass, backed by pear- and melon-like fruit, plenty of glycerine and richness, and a spicy accent to the medium-length finish.",,20,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1998 Viognier (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1998-viognier-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Viognier,1998,Preston
14.2,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,50,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Robert Mondavi
,White,US,"A controversial wine. Some folks will find it overblown, others will find it superrich; it's definitely teetering on the edge. The nose mingles sweet vanilla, tangerine, butterscotch and creamy honey. Full-bodied in the mouth, the finish is dominated by spicy oak notes.",Generations,28,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Raymond 1996 Generations Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/raymond-1996-generations-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Raymond
14.2,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Goldridge Vineyard,35,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Dehlinger 1997 Goldridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dehlinger-1997-goldridge-vineyard-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Dehlinger
12.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Freedom Hill Vineyard,36,89,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Panther Creek 1997 Freedom Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/panther-creek-1997-freedom-hill-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Panther Creek
,Red,US,"Very pure Syrah nose, rich and fruity, full of earth and bark and black cherry. Rich and flavorful on the palate, with fine, complex tannins, and bone dry. A lovely mouthfeel. 100% Syrah.",,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1997 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Fess Parker
13.6,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Byron Estate Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1996 Byron Estate Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1996-estate-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Byron
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Arcus Estate,59,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1997 Arcus Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1997-arcus-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Archery Summit
,White,France,"Nice and buttery for a Mâcon with full and inviting apple aromas. The luscious mouthfeel leads into a proportioned and pleasing lemony palate. Good structure, fairly full-bodied and shows some touches of butterscotch. Oak is in good balance. A fine food wine and a clear expression of Chardonnay.",Domaine des Morats,15,89,Burgundy,St.-Véran,,Château de Fuissé 1997 Domaine des Morats  (St.-Véran),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-de-fuisse-1997-domaine-morats-chardonnay-st-veran/,Chardonnay,1997,Château de Fuissé
,Red,Portugal,"A good top-shelf, aged wine for the price. The name means the ""well of the wolf, ""and there are indications that this wine has only begun to evolve. Deep earthy notes with some mocha, dried-cherry and currant flavors. Still tannic, it reminded us of a nice Bordeaux from a satellite commune: not classified growth stuff, but it's only $20. Multidimensional and warm, this will go well with winter roasts or stews.",Quinta do Poço do Lobo,20,89,Bairrada,,,Caves São João Quinta do Poço do Lobo 1990 Quinta do Poço do Lobo Cabernet Sauvignon (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/caves-sao-joao-quinta-poco-lobo-1990-do-cabernet-sauvignon-bairrada/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1990,Caves São João Quinta do Poço do Lobo
13,White,US,"Burgundian in some ways, but still very Napa in its oaky creaminess. An undercurrent of pear and light citrus fruit leads to a long, smooth, oaky salutation. Lean and clean, it's more Meursault than monster Chardonnay. 304 cases made.",,36,89,California,Napa,Diamond Mountain District,Von Strasser 1997 Chardonnay (Diamond Mountain District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/von-strasser-1997-chardonnay-napa-diamond-mountain-district/,Chardonnay,1997,Von Strasser
14.5,White,US,"A big, ripe wine with rich and deep flavors and a toasty center. The fruit, somewhat subdued, is centered on melon and papaya.",Cuvée Sauvage,35,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1996 Cuvée Sauvage Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1996-cuvee-sauvage-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Franciscan
,White,Portugal,"An oddity for this bastion of red wines and Port, this unknown white happens to be downright good and is reminiscent of Bordeaux blanc; yet it's made from a blend of fairly obscure Portuguese white varietals. Extremely aromatic, floral and clean, it's loaded with green-apple and lees flavor. Slightly creamy with a pleasant texture, this is one to look for.",Porca de Murça Reserva,17,89,Douro,,,Real Vinicola 1998 Porca de Murça Reserva Red (Douro),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/real-vinicola-1998-porca-murca-reserva-red-douro/,Red Blend,1998,Real Vinicola
,Red,Portugal,"This attempt at a superpremium wine is vivid and full of bright red fruits. Deep and tannic with fine acidity, it has all the components and potential of a competent cellar dweller. A minty flavor and powerful tannins grab the tastebuds and don't let go until the creamy finish. In the end, however, it is good but not classic.",Quinta dos Carvalhais,39,89,Dão,,,Sogrape 1996 Quinta dos Carvalhais Touriga Nacional (Dão),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sogrape-1996-quinta-carvalhais-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-dao/,Touriga Nacional,1996,Sogrape
,White,US,"A big, rich, leesy Chardonnay, with creamy complexities from barrel fermentation and aging (88% new French oak). The fruit is very young and tight, even at nearly three years; all green apples and citrus, lean and sleek.",Reserve,29,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Simi 1996 Reserve Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1996-reserve-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Simi
14.2,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,40,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 1997 Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-1997-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Saintsbury
13.6,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Rincon Vineyard,40,89,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1997 Rincon Vineyard Pinot Noir (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1997-rincon-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Talley
,Rose,US,"What a value! This rosé is a blend of at least six Southern Rhône grapes, including Syrah and Mourvèdre. Pretty onionskin color. Displays lively apricot and peach aromas. Very fruity and rich, with some complexity. Dry and refreshing, a versatile wine for dinners or just sipping slightly chilled. Best Buy.",Z-Gris,8,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1998 Z-Gris Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1998-z-gris-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1998,Zaca Mesa
,White,Australia,"This wine is a big Chardonnay that needs a few years to unfold. A bit closed now, lots of oak overlays deep and smooth fruit, with flavors of caramel and cinnamon on the palate. The finish shows good length. Needs 2 to 3 years; if more fruit comes through, will rate higher.",,15,89,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Mountadam 1997 Chardonnay (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountadam-1997-chardonnay-eden-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Mountadam
14,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Bien Nacido Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 1997 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1997-bien-nacido-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Foxen
,White,US,"Shows the typical class of this world-class vineyard, with generous floral aromas and a little tropical fruit. Very oaky, and soft and creamy in texture. A success in an otherwise difficult vintage.",Rosemary's Vineyard,20,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Talley 1997 Rosemary's Vineyard Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/talley-1997-rosemarys-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Talley
,Red,US,"A blend of Syrah, Mourvèdre and Grenache. Such a pretty nose, with berry, earth, chocolate, plum and blueberry notes. Young and tight now, but you'll love the intense fruit and spice as well as the complexity and balance. Give it a few years and enjoy with grilled meat.",Los Olivos Cuvée,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1997 Los Olivos Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1997-los-olivos-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,1997,Qupé
,Red,France,"Rich and complex, this young wine displays the expected brazen youth as well as sophistication beyond its years. Density busts out of the glass. Intense black fruits. Really dynamite.",Domaine de Thalabert,25,90,Rhône Valley,Crozes-Hermitage,,Paul Jaboulet Aîné 1996 Domaine de Thalabert  (Crozes-Hermitage),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paul-jaboulet-aine-1996-domaine-thalabert-shiraz-syrah-syrah-crozes-hermitage/,Syrah,1996,Paul Jaboulet Aîné
13.4,Red,US,"This may very well be this winery's best red wine. A true and successful attempt at replicating a Super Tuscan. Tight, but soft-handed, the blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet and Malbec has been masterfully woven together. Not quite a home run, as intended, but a solid double.",Siena,28,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1996 Siena Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1996-siena-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1996,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,"Very oaky. Opens with a blast of smoke-accented butter and vanilla overlaying citrus fruits and green apples. Strong, intense flavors, oaky and spicy, with tiers of citrus and tropical fruits. Young and vibrant, with a rich finish. Well made.",,44,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Far Niente 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/far-niente-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Far Niente
,Red,US,"Dark berry and spicecake aromas and flavors open into a big, chewy mouthfeel, with concentrated black-cherry fruit. Spicy, rich and juicy, with moderate tannins on the finish.",,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,David Bruce 1997 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/david-bruce-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Pinot Noir,1997,David Bruce
,Red,US,"Sweet black cherries, with menthol and herb accents on the nose. Classic Pinot Noir flavors of sour cherries and cola on the palate. Not heavy, but well structured and balanced. Full tannins on the finish. Very promising.",Sangiacomo Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1997 Sangiacomo Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1997-sangiacomo-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Castle
,White,US,"Shows pretty green-apple, ripe-peach and oak notes in the aroma. Quite forward and likable, with ripe, rich fruit and a slight burn of roasted almond in the finish. Spicy and oaky. Tasted from a prerelease sample.",Talley Reserve,25,90,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Grande Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 Talley Reserve Chardonnay (Arroyo Grande Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-talley-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-arroyo-grande-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Au Bon Climat
,White,US,"A lean and elegant wine with delicious lemony flavors moving toward a creamy, extended center and a lingering finish. Balanced and fully integrated, this is a Chardonnay that should improve in the bottle over the next few years.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 1997 Chardonnay (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Lambert Bridge
,White,US,"Don't be misled by the ""California"" appellation. This is as rich and toasty as any regional Chard. A heady blend from five vineyards in five coastal counties by this Pinot Noir specialist, it's fruity, complex and deeply satisfying.",Mariage,20,90,California,California Other,California,Martin Ray 1997 Mariage Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-ray-1997-mariage-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Martin Ray
,Red,US,"Quite deep black fruit, with herbs, earth, and green tea on the nose. Deep classic violets and blueberry fruit. Excellent mouthfeel, with tannins to lose. Will be even better in 2 years.",Coastal Reserve,22,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Meridian 1996 Coastal Reserve Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/meridian-1996-coastal-reserve-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Pinot Noir,1996,Meridian
14.7,Red,US,"Black cherries, smoke, vanilla and herbs on the nose. Very dense with lots of body, texture and length. Rich, long finish, with  mouth-coating tannins. Highly extracted. Has the stuff to age.",Sleepy Hollow Vineyardd-Doctor's Rese,22,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Monterey Peninsula 1997 Sleepy Hollow Vineyardd-Doctor's Rese Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monterey-peninsula-1997-sleepy-hollow-vineyardd-doctors-rese-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Monterey Peninsula
13.5,Red,US,"Clean and bright raspberry fruit with orange, spice, even mint shadings. Lots of structure to the solid fruit core, and a silky texture on the palate. Plenty of tannins for aging on the long, pleasing finish. Elegant and delicious.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,35,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Au Bon Climat
,White,US,"The aroma is superripe and very oaky, sending out waves of buttery, smoky, vanilla notes. Flashy and showy, with pretty peach and tropical fruit flavors, and complexities from barrel aging. Tasted from a prerelease sample.",Le Bouge D'a Côte,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Au Bon Climat 1997 Le Bouge D'a Côte Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/au-bon-climat-1997-le-bouge-cote-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Au Bon Climat
13.3,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Signature Cuvée,48,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Joe Dobbes 1996 Signature Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/joe-dobbes-1996-signature-cuvee-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Joe Dobbes
,Red,US,"What a fine Syrah! Rich aromas of hung meat, wild red berry, and peppery-spicy notes. Fine, complex flavors of sweet berry fruit, spice and tobacco. Dry and elegant, with silky but fine tannins, for drinking now. I wish this wine had more new oak, but if it did, of course, it would cost more.",,15,90,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1996 Syrah (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Syrah,1996,Perry Creek
,Red,Australia,"Black. Very aromatic: blackberry, currant, black pepper, cedar/mint, complex and fine. Lots of red and purple stone fruit, with lush, fine tannins. Very dry. An elegant, somewhat austere wine needing time and food to showcase its stuff.",Kalimna Bin 28,25,90,South Australia,South Australia,,Penfolds 1996 Kalimna Bin 28 Shiraz (South Australia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/penfolds-1996-kalimna-bin-28-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-south/,Shiraz,1996,Penfolds
,Red,US,"This Pinot producer has its own appellation. A delicious, spicy nose with blueberries, spice, violets, lavender and harness leather. Very dense cherry, chocolate, and black-raspberry flavors, with a brambly quality. Needs 2 to 4 years to fully come together.",,31,90,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone Vineyard 1997 Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-vineyard-1997-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,1997,Chalone Vineyard
,Red,France,"This Syrah-based red wine from southern France is a remarkable bargain. It opens with huge blackberry fruit which brightens into red cherry and plum on the finish. Not a subtle wine, but fun to hang with. Best Buy.",,10,90,Languedoc-Roussillon,Coteaux du Languedoc,,Château de Lascaux NV Red (Coteaux du Languedoc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-lascaux-nv-red-coteaux/,Red Blend,,Château de Lascaux
14.9,Red,US,"High extract and great depth here. An almost late-harvest, overripe density of fruit, but what a voluptuous mouthfeel. Ripe blackberry, dark-cherry, and deep vanillin oaky notes there's no holding back here. Mouth-coating tannins on the long finish.",Olivet Lane,45,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Williams Selyem 1997 Olivet Lane Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/williams-selyem-1997-olivet-lane-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Williams Selyem
,White,US,"Has a unique mineral aroma that's hard to identify, plus buttery oak and smoky wildflower. Quite dry and tart, an austere style, crisp and structured, with citrus flavors and a slight bitterness in the finish. Might age.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Wild Horse 1998 Roussanne (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wild-horse-1998-roussanne-central-coast-paso-robles/,Roussanne,1998,Wild Horse
,Red,US,"Concentrated blackberry and cherry fruit, with a touch of mint on the nose. Ripe fruits with a strong cherry core and plummy, earthy nuances. Full mouthfeel, spicy, and a touch astringent at this time. Fairly dry tannins on the finish mark this as a keeper.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1997 Pinot Noir (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-green-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"From a variety that's difficult to ripen in California comes this plush, sleek wine, with cola, berry, leather, and currant aromas, and rich, dry flavors. What a nice mouthfeel, velvety smooth, and a slightly bitter, almond-skin finish.",,16,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 1995 Sangiovese (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-1995-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Sangiovese,1995,Mosby
,Red,US,"Dark and brooding, this needs some serious time in the cellar or in a decanter before it opens up and begins to express its Sangiovese character. Generously oaked, it shows good depth and richness of fruit. Tannins are plentiful but soft.",Eleven Oaks,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 1997 Eleven Oaks Sangiovese (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1997-eleven-oaks-sangiovese-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sangiovese,1997,Babcock
,Red,US,"Great nose of dark cherries, violets and leather. Lots of rich black-raspberry fruit and tangy peppery accents. Fine balance and structure, though tart, and the tannins are a bit in front now. Should get even better over the next couple of years.",Durell Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Castle 1997 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castle-1997-durell-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Castle
14,Red,US,"Fragrant perfume of cherries, herbs and dried spices on the nose, with an unusual mineral streak. Big and lush on the palate, with chewy cherry fruit and a black-pepper note. Long finish with significant tannins. Will reward aging for 2 to 4 years.",Sanford & Benedict Vineyard,30,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 1997 Sanford & Benedict Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1997-sanford-benedict-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Foxen
13.5,Red,US,"Aromatically rich and complex, with sour cherries, saddle leather, spice, roses, and stewed fruit on the nose. Follows with a lively palate and intriguing licorice, tea, and smoky oak shadings. Elegant, racy and concentrated.",Santa Barbara County,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Fess Parker 1997 Santa Barbara County Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1997-santa-barbara-county-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Fess Parker
,Red,US,"A classic cherry, cinnamon, cola and spice nose opens this very attractive Pinot. Beautiful black-cherry, bacon, smoke and truffle flavors mark a striking profile. Lovely mouthfeel; medium- to full-bodied. Fine depth and excellent balance.",,35,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Domaine Carneros 1997 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-carneros-1997-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Domaine Carneros
14.6,Red,US,"A full nose of deep and spicy black-cherry, clove, smoke, bacon, and cinnamon aromas open this solidly built wine. Lots of dark fruit, red apples, spice, and even chocolate nuances. Large almost licorice-tinged finish. Very tasty now and should improve.",Durell Vineyard,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Chateau St. Jean 1997 Durell Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1997-durrell-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Chateau St. Jean
,White,US,"Rich perfume of honey, peach, smoke and a green minty or anise note; lively and fresh. Very clean and balanced. It's on the austere, herbal-mineral side, with tight citrus flavors and crisp acidity. Notable for its fine structure.",Stolpman Vineyard,19,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Daniel Gehrs 1998 Stolpman Vineyard Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/daniel-gehrs-1998-stolpman-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,1998,Daniel Gehrs
13.5,White,US,"Has thick, sweet aromas of chocolate, peach nectar, vanilla and mint; clean and fine. A limpid wine, soft and dry, with flavors of citrus fruit and roasted-almond complexities in the finish. Interesting and different.",Purisima Mountain Vineyard,14,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Beckmen 1998 Purisima Mountain Vineyard Marsanne (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beckmen-1998-purisima-mountain-vineyard-marsanne-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Marsanne,1998,Beckmen
,White,US,"Citrus, white peach, smoke, and spice aromas are pure and inviting. Plenty of citrus and peach flavors, dry and spicy, rich and full. A classy white wine. An open, fruity style. From the owners of Château de Beaucastel, made in the Adelaida Hills west of Paso Robles town. Tasted from barrel sample.",Tablas Blanc,30,90,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Tablas Creek 1998 Tablas Blanc White (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tablas-creek-1998-blanc-white-central-coast-paso-robles/,White Blend,1998,Tablas Creek
,Red,US,"An enticing nose of sour cherries, spice and cola, with earthy overtones. Nice mouthfeel and deep cherry flavors, with chocolate and spice notes providing lots of palate pleasure. Closes as nicely as it opens—a long finish with velvety tannins.",Winery Lake Vineyard,21,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Sterling 1997 Winery Lake Vineyard Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sterling-1997-winery-lake-vineyard-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Sterling
,Red,US,"Brushy, smoky, black-fruit, spice and pine aromas proclaim this a serious Pinot. Lots of oak and lots of fruit with an almost chocolaty quality. A full, silky mouthfeel leads into a long, mouthwatering finish. Powerful, ageable, yet very drinkable now.",,19,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Steele 1997 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Steele
13.5,Red,US,"The grown-up version of Z-Gris is a serious red table wine modeled along Châteauneuf-du-Pape lines. Great gobs of game, plum, berry, earth and cedar in the nose, and you'll love the intense richness, which coats the palate. Yet it's dry and complex. Cries out for food.",Z Cuvée,17,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1997 Z Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1997-z-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Zaca Mesa
14,Red,US,"Rich black-cherry, chocolate and light spice aromas on the nose.  Full and plummy, highly extracted, with berry, cassis and vanilla on the palate. Big and chewy, with tangy tannins on the back end. Approachable now and will be even better in 1 to 2 years.",,24,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
12.5,Red,US,"From the Rutherford section of Napa, here's another fine example of the emerging quality of the '96 vintage. Excellent aromas of brambly fruit, mint, cedar and cola introduce a velvety, balanced body. All parts are in sync with each other. Soft on the palate and smooth and light through the finish, it's a Cabernet that's easily approachable now, and well priced to boot.",,22,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Honig 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/honig-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Honig
,Red,US,"A Châteauneuf-type blend of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvèdre and Viognier. Has a lively, fresh nose of fruit purée, with chocolate, ginger, vanilla and smoke. Tastes complex; no particular fruit stands out, but it's fruity and earthy, with herbal and oaky notes. Pretty wine.",Triada,16,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 1997 Triada Grenache (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1997-triada-grenache-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Grenache,1997,Gainey
12.8,Red,US,"A touch young, but not closed. Opens with complex and concentrated aromas of black cherries, spice, earth, herbs and smoke. Deep flavors of dark fruit and earth, and a fairly full mouthfeel. Finishes with full but fine tannins, and should evolve nicely.",Three Vineyards,18,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1997 Three Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1997-three-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Chehalem
13.5,Red,US,"Deep cherry and spice aromas, with some forest notes to add complexity. Some sour-cherry and black-pepper accents to the palate—fine depth of flavor here. Smooth, velvety mouthfeel and a lovely finish. Very solid wine; should be   super in 2 years.",Louise Vineyard,32,90,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Cristom 1997 Louise Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cristom-1997-louise-vineyard-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Cristom
,Red,US,"Lots of smoky, toasty accents on the plump blackberry and cherry fruit. Spicy fruit, anise, earth, and leather add to the aromatic elements when the wine hits your palate.",,28,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,August Briggs 1997 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/august-briggs-1997-pinot-noir-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,August Briggs
13,Red,US,"Dark and deep, with dense fruit and earthy, meaty notes around the black-fruit core. Excellent mouthfeel, big, fat and delicious, with a long and complex cherry, earth and mineral finish. A satisfying, well-structured keeper.",Reserve Carneros,30,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Reserve Carneros Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-reserve-carneros-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,Red,US,"A very Pinot nose of red raspberries, strawberries, saddle leather and spice. Solid core of fruit flavors with earth and mushroom nuances. Not heavy, rather very elegant on the palate, with a long and tasty finish.",Nuthouse,35,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Argyle 1997 Nuthouse Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/argyle-1997-nuthouse-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Argyle
,White,US,"This is a nice, pretty wine that seems sweet because it has so much fruity extract, but actually measures quite dry: just 0.38% residual sugar. The main aroma and flavor is tangerine, with a succulent vanilla note, like an old-fashioned popsicle. Tastes great, with fine, steely acidity, and a long, ""sticky"" finish.",,17,91,California,North Coast,North Coast,Bonterra 1997 Viognier (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1997-viognier-north-coast/,Viognier,1997,Bonterra
,Red,US,"Nobody's tried harder to get Sangiovese right than Iron Horse winemaker and co-owner Forrest Tancer, and here he's succeeded as well as anyone in California. Straddles an exciting line between silky-smooth simplicity and textural complexity. Berries, spice and oak make for a fine red wine tonight, but dusty tannins indicate that a few years of aging might add interest.",,22,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Iron Horse 1996 Sangiovese (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1996-sangiovese-sonoma-county/,Sangiovese,1996,Iron Horse
13,White,US,"Delicious fruit with very good texture and some subtlety mark this commendable Chardonnay. It is creamy, but not overly so, with flavor hints of lemon and other citrus, as well as a definite mineral/earth quality.",,25,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Kent Rasmussen 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Kent Rasmussen
,White,US,"Made from organically-grown grapes, this is a purely delicious wine, with zesty pear and berry fruit that zips across the palate. This is the first Roussanne from Fetzer's Bonterra winery and they have captured the spirit of this Rhône varietal.",,17,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Bonterra 1997 Roussanne (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonterra-1997-roussanne-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Roussanne,1997,Bonterra
,Red,Portugal,"One of a growing number of varietal wines, this is from relatively young vineyards and was aged only six months in French oak. So it is very deep and fruity, with tobacco and spice fragrances bursting from the glass. Herbal and a bit wild, it will come together over the next year or two. Good acids and fine but plentiful tannins round out this total package. 450 cases made.",,33,91,Estremadura,,,Quinta da Cortezia 1997 Touriga Nacional (Estremadura),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quinta-cortezia-1997-portuguese-red-touriga-nacional-estremadura/,Touriga Nacional,1997,Quinta da Cortezia
,Red,US,"Black color. What the French call ""sauvage"" aromas of animal and leather, with intense blackberry, plum, and anise notes, and very smoky oak. The fruit is brooding now, hidden under ample yet silky tannins, but it's a fascinating wine that should become complex with age. Decant this well in advance of serving if you want to try it now.",Black Label Cuvée,40,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Babcock 1997 Black Label Cuvée Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1997-black-label-cuvee-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Babcock
,White,US,"Smells smoky-buttery, with lots of upfront citrus fruit. Intensely fruity and strong; sears the palate with concentrated flavors and high acidity. Steely structure, very dry, and finishes long and ripe. What a pretty Viognier.",,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Andrew Murray 1998 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1998-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,1998,Andrew Murray
14,Red,US,"A meaty, extracted Pinot that opens with black-cherry, floral, cinnamon and gamy aromas. Complex flavors of dark berries, coffee, chocolate, licorice, and black pepper dance on the palate. Displays an almost Rhône-like sauvage nature.",Julia's Vineyard,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 1997 Julia's Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1997-julias-vineyard-pinot-noir-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Foxen
13.2,Red,US,"Beautiful fragrance of raspberries and strawberries, with a minty touch. Exquisite depth, and closes with a lovely balance of fruit and tannins. A gorgeous, appealing, yet powerhouse wine that almost tricks your palate with its elegance.",Willamette Valley,30,91,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Hamacher 1997 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hamacher-1997-willamette-valley-pinot-noir-willamette-valley/,Pinot Noir,1997,Hamacher
,Red,US,"Raspberries, plums, and loads of intense, pure fruit, with cinnamon and leathery accents. Rich, chewy and concentrated, with a velvety mouthfeel and a long, voluptuous finish. Very ripe, stylish and satisfying now.",Grand Detour Van der Kamp Vine,34,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Mountain,Landmark 1997 Grand Detour Van der Kamp Vine Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/landmark-1997-grand-detour-van-der-kamp-vine-pinot-noir-sonoma-mountain/,Pinot Noir,1997,Landmark
15.5,Red,US,"This wine explodes on the palate with big berry fruit, peppery spices, chocolate-vanilla oak, and some warmth from the elevated alcohol level (labeled at 15.5%). The finish goes on and on, with layers of flavors steadily unfolding on the tongue. Could well be the best Eberle Zin to date.",Sauret Vineyard,20,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1997 Sauret Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1997-sauret-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Eberle
13.5,Red,US,"Just another delicious Zinfandel from Quivira. This one is filled with deep, brambly fruit with 12% Petite Sirah adding a spicy, layered complexity to the finish.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 1998 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-1998-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1998,Quivira
,Red,US,"Leathery, spicy aromas rise from the rather thick juice of 85-year-old vines. Raspberries, black cherries and coffee dominate this ripe but balanced wine from a subsection of Amador County. Drying tannins on the moderate finish. Easily drinkable, with plenty of complexity.",Eschen Vineyard Old Vine,22,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Fiddletown,Folie à Deux 1997 Eschen Vineyard Old Vine Zinfandel (Fiddletown),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-eschen-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-fiddletown/,Zinfandel,1997,Folie à Deux
,White,US,"Two-thirds Chardonnay, one-third Viognier. An unusual blend that brings forth Chard's apple, peach and vanilla aromas and flavors, and Viognier's more exotic tropical fruit and floral notes. Well-crafted and ripe; dry and with good structure. Try serving it blind and seeing if your friends can guess what it is.",Bien Nacido Cuvée,16,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1997 Bien Nacido Cuvée Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1997-bien-nacido-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Qupé
,Red,US,"Earth and smoke cover the solid nose on this full, tannic, well-oaked wine that bears similarities in body and mouthfeel to a Cabernet. Spicy and peppery, the core of fruit is very much there. May actually soften over time, but most won't age it. Very competent mainstream wine, but a suggestion: lose the plastic cork seal. Best Buy.",,11,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1996 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1996-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Gallo of Sonoma
,Red,US,"Here is a modest red offering berry, game, and mint aromas and flavors. Supple and dry, with moderate tannins. Pretty, for near-term drinking.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1995 Cabernet Franc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1995-cabernet-franc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1995,Buttonwood Farm
,Red,South Africa,"This lightweight Merlot shows decent cherry, cinnamon and earth flavors at first—but drink it fast. The wine quickly turns herbaceous and earthy in the glass, leaving an altogether different, and less favorable, impression.",,12,82,Swartland,,,Swartland 1997 Merlot (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-1997-merlot-swartland/,Merlot,1997,Swartland
,White,New Zealand,"This wine won't slam you broadside with size and power, but you'll appreciate its subtle charms. Opens with green-apple, peach and spice aromas. Similar flavors, with ample acidity. Notable for its structure and balance.",,25,90,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1997 Chardonnay (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1997-chardonnay-kumeu/,Chardonnay,1997,Kumeu River
,White,New Zealand,"From this well-respected winery comes a solid effort. Citrus, butter and cream, smoke, and a grassy herbaceousness all contribute to this well-rounded, zesty wine, which is riper than many and seems geared to the U.S. market.",,17,88,Kumeu,,,Kumeu River 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Kumeu),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kumeu-river-1997-sauvignon-blanc-kumeu/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Kumeu River
12,White,Italy,"Tuscany is not well known for its Pinot Grigios. Yet from Banfi comes this very credible take on the grape. Opens with floral and fruity, even sweet, aromas. Almost Viognier-like. Lots of flavor: fairly rich apricot, even cherry-tinged fruit. Tangy acidity to balance.",Single Vineyard,13,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,San Angelo 1998 Single Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-angelo-1998-single-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-toscana/,Pinot Grigio,1998,San Angelo
12,White,Italy,"Elegant and lively, with a nose of spicy citrus, almonds and hay. Round fruit, pineapple and grapefruit flavors on the palate, with fine balance. Good finish. Shows character.",,10,86,Veneto,Veneto,,San Bonifacio 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/san-bonifacio-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,San Bonifacio
13,Red,US,"Strong American-oak scents of dill rise from the glass. A Virginia version of Silver Oak?  Not quite. It lacks a little richness on the palate, and finishes somewhat short. Still, a commendable effort from this relatively unknown hybrid.",Founder's Reserve,17,86,Virginia,Shenandoah Valley,,Shenandoah Vineyards 1997 Founder's Reserve Chambourcin (Shenandoah Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-vineyards-1997-founders-reserve-other-red-chambourcin-shenandoah-valley/,Chambourcin,1997,Shenandoah Vineyards
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,IGT Del Veneto,7,85,,Del Veneto,,Fabiano 1998 IGT Del Veneto Pinot Grigio (Del Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fabiano-1998-igt-veneto-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Fabiano
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,13,84,,Grave del Friuli,,Villa Aba 1998 Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-aba-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Villa Aba
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,10,83,,Grave del Friuli,,Borgo Magredo 1997 Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-magredo-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Borgo Magredo
12.5,White,US,"A pleasant, lighter-style Chardonnay that would make fine everyday drinking. The delicate pear and green apple flavors are nicely framed by just a touch of vanilla oak. Well balanced, but light.",,13,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Shenandoah Vineyards 1997 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-vineyards-1997-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,1997,Shenandoah Vineyards
13,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,12,83,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1997 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,Bethel Heights
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,11,83,,Alto Adige,,Anime 1998 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anime-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Anime
12.5,Red,US,"Damp earth and cherries combine in a lithe frame that carries a herbaceous streak through the vanilla-tinged finish. A touch of barnyard adds to its character. Noteworthy for its direct, uncomplicated flavors and its unique origin.",,15,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 1997 Pinot Noir (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-1997-pinot-noir-virginia/,Pinot Noir,1997,Tarara
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,8,83,,Trentino,,Torre di Luna 1997 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-luna-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Torre di Luna
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,8,83,Central Italy,Umbria,,Stella 1998 Pinot Grigio (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stella-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-umbria/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Stella
11,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,12,83,Central Italy,Umbria,,Lungarotti 1998 Pinot Grigio (Umbria),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lungarotti-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-umbria/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Lungarotti
,White,US,"After a slight sulfur odor blows off, enough pear and vanilla scents emerge to warrant interest. On the palate though, it comes across as a typically lean East Coast Chard overdressed in American oak.",,13,83,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1996 Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1996-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1996,Pellegrini Vineyards
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,17,83,,Venezia Giulia,,Pierpaolo Pecorari 1997 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierpaolo-pecorari-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Pierpaolo Pecorari
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,6,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Gottardo Casa Vinicola 1997 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gottardo-casa-vinicola-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Gottardo Casa Vinicola
13.3,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,10,83,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Eola Hills 1997 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eola-hills-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1997,Eola Hills
12.5,White,US,,,13,83,California,California Other,California,Albertoni 1998 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albertoni-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Albertoni
,White,US,"A crisp, fruity blend of Seyval, Vidal, Vignoles and Riesling. Made in an off-dry style, with an emphasis on simple apple and peach flavors. Serve well chilled as an aperitif or with light lunch in the garden.",Spring Wine,9,83,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1998 Spring Wine White (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1998-spring-wine-white-pennsylvania/,White Blend,1998,Chaddsford
13.1,Red,US,"Very dark in color and showing lots of fresh, intense dark-berry fruit - like a barrel sample. Quite full, but has good acidity, too - almost cranberryish. Finishes with some spice notes.",Seven Valleys Vineyard,16,83,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1998 Seven Valleys Vineyard Chambourcin (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1998-seven-valleys-vineyard-other-red-chambourcin-pennsylvania/,Chambourcin,1998,Chaddsford
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,6,83,Veneto,Veneto,,Cadis-Cantina di Soave 1997 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cadis-cantina-soave-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Cadis-Cantina di Soave
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,,83,,Delle Venezie,,Casarsa 1998 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/casarsa-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Casarsa
13,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,24,83,,Venezia Giulia,,Walter Filiputti 1997 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/walter-filiputti-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Walter Filiputti
13.2,White,US,"This wine starts off just fine, with light pear and vanilla aromas. But then it turns heavy and ponderous on the palate, the delicate fruit obscured by toasted oak and possibly some residual sugar as well.",,13,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Prince Michel de Virginia 1997 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prince-michel-virginia-1997-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,1997,Prince Michel de Virginia
12.5,White,France,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve,15,83,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff Au Moulin 1998 Reserve Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-au-moulin-1998-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1998,Dopff Au Moulin
13,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Braide Grande Vineyard,20,83,,Collio,,Livon Erte 1997 Braide Grande Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livon-erte-1997-braide-grande-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Livon Erte
12,White,US,"Light and crisp, there is a hint of oak but it's basically an uncomplicated style, full of tart-green-apple Chardonnay fruit. A touch of vanilla and spice sneaks in on the finish. Lacks richness, but would be nice as a shellfish white.",,12,83,Virginia,Virginia,,Barboursville Vineyards 1998 Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-1998-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,1998,Barboursville Vineyards
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,8,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Giovello 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giovello-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Giovello
13.5,Red,US,,Premier Cuvée,35,84,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1997 Premier Cuvée Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1997-premier-cuvee-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Archery Summit
13.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,15,84,,Friuli Aquileia,,Beltrame 1997 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beltrame-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Beltrame
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,10,84,,Grave del Friuli,,Banear 1997 Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banear-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Banear
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,8,84,Veneto,Veneto,,La Marca 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marca-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,La Marca
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,10,84,,Alto Adige,,Josef Brigl 1997 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josef-brigl-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Josef Brigl
,White,France,,,10,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 1996 Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-1996-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,1996,Trimbach
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,5,84,Veneto,Veneto,,Scarlatta 1997 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/scarlatta-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Scarlatta
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,19,84,Veneto,Valdadige,,Santa Margherita 1998 Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/santa-margherita-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Santa Margherita
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,13,84,,Collio,,Conti Formentini 1996 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/conti-formentini-1996-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1996,Conti Formentini
12.5,White,France,Review unavailable at this time,,16,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff & Irion 1997 Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-irion-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Dopff & Irion
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,14,84,,Collio,,Eugenio Collavini 1998 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eugenio-collavini-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Eugenio Collavini
13.5,White,Canada,"Alfalfa, pear, and tart green-apple aromas show some complexity. Add to that some in-proportion vanilla and spice notes from barrel aging and good acid structure and it all comes together in a pleasant whole.",Estate,12,84,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 1997 Estate Chardonnay (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-1997-estate-chardonnay-niagara-peninsula/,Chardonnay,1997,Cave Spring
13,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,12.50,84,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Rex Hill 1997 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rex-hill-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,Rex Hill
12,Red,Canada,Slightly earthy tart cherry aromas and flavors offer an authentic Canadian take on Beaujolais. Low tannins and moderate acidity make this a likely candidate to serve chilled with charcuterie and mild cheeses.,Gamay,9,84,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 1997 Gamay Gamay (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-1997-gamay-niagara-peninsula/,Gamay,1997,Cave Spring
,White,US,"Light green-apple aromas give way to a wine that is distinctly oaky on the palate, showing lots of cinnamon and apple-pie spices. A very woody style, not showing a lot of fruit character.",Philip Roth Vineyard,30,84,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1997 Philip Roth Vineyard Chardonnay (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1997-philip-roth-vineyard-chardonnay-pennsylvania/,Chardonnay,1997,Chaddsford
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Fiorile,11,84,,Trentino,,Cesari 1998 Fiorile Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cesari-1998-fiorile-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Cesari
13.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,15,84,,Collio,,Ronco de Tassi 1997 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-de-tassi-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Ronco de Tassi
13,White,US,Mild green apple and pear aromas follow through on the palate with a light mouthfeel and a finish driven by crisp acidity and minimal oak influence. Serve with Littlenecks on the half-shell for an authentic Long Island food-wine pairing.,Estate,12,84,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1997 Estate Chardonnay (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1997-estate-chardonnay-long-island-north-fork/,Chardonnay,1997,Palmer
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,12,84,,Friuli Grave,,Plozner 1997 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Grave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/plozner-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-grave/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Plozner
12.5,White,France,Review unavailable at this time,Brand,51,84,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 1994 Brand Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-1994-brand-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1994,Josmeyer
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,12,84,Italy Other,Italy,,Kris 1998 Pinot Grigio (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kris-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Kris
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,9,84,,Trentino,,Concilio 1998 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Concilio
11,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,6,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Stival 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stival-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Stival
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,21,85,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Ronco delle Betulle 1997 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ronco-delle-betulle-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Ronco delle Betulle
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,15,85,,Collio,,Livon 1997 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livon-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Livon
13,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,20,85,,Friuli Venezia Giulia,,Livio Felluga 1997 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/livio-felluga-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Livio Felluga
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,13,85,,Trentino,,Maso Poli 1997 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maso-poli-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Maso Poli
12.5,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,10,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Montinore 1998 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montinore-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,Montinore
12.3,White,France,Review unavailable at this time,,20,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 1996 Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-1996-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1996,Josmeyer
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,10,85,,Delle Venezie,,Zenato 1998 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zenato-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Zenato
13,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,Signet Collection,16,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Signet Collection Pinot Gris (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-signet-collection-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-central-coast/,Pinot Gris,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
13,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Single Vineyard,20,85,,Collio,,Pintar 1997 Single Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pintar-1997-single-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Pintar
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,13,85,,Grave del Friuli,,Pighin 1998 Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pighin-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Pighin
,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,11,85,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Guerra 1998 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guerra-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Guerra
,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Le Rosse,10,85,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Tommasi 1997 Le Rosse Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tommasi-1997-le-rosse-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Tommasi
13,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Gmajne,18,85,,Collio,,Primosic 1997 Gmajne Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/primosic-1997-gmajne-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Primosic
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,8,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Placido 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/placido-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Placido
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Single Vineyard-Manci DOC,13,85,,Trentino,,Concilio 1997 Single Vineyard-Manci DOC Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/concilio-1997-single-vineyard-manci-doc-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Concilio
,White,US,,,10,85,California,California Other,California,Forest Glen 1998 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forest-glen-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Forest Glen
12.5,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,13,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1997 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1997-pinot-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,Oak Knoll
13,Red,US,"The emphasis here is on smoky, toasty oak, with some dill notes. The fruit never really unfurls on the palate, leaving some drying oak tannins on the finish. It's well-made though, and oak lovers may rate it higher.",,,85,Virginia,Virginia,,Shenandoah Vineyards 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-vineyards-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-virginia/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Shenandoah Vineyards
13,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,Romani Vineyard,15,85,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Steele 1997 Romani Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-romani-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Steele
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,12,85,,Alto Adige,,Produttori Colterenzio 1997 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/produttori-colterenzio-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Produttori Colterenzio
12.5,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,17,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Ponzi 1998 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ponzi-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,Ponzi
13,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,15,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Lange 1997 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lange-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,Lange
12.5,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,13,85,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Oak Knoll 1997 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oak-knoll-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,Oak Knoll
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,7,85,Veneto,Veneto,,Due Torri 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/due-torri-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Due Torri
12.9,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,9,85,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Duck Pond 1997 Pinot Grigio (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/duck-pond-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Duck Pond
,White,France,Review unavailable at this time,Reserve Personelle,35,85,Alsace,Alsace,,Hugel 1997 Reserve Personelle Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hugel-1997-reserve-personelle-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Hugel
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Vigneto Vigne dai Viens,8,85,,Grave del Friuli,,Di Lenardo 1998 Vigneto Vigne dai Viens Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lenardo-1998-vigneto-vigne-dai-viens-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Di Lenardo
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Rocca Bianca,8,85,Veneto,Valdadige,,Cantina Giacomo Montresor 1997 Rocca Bianca Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cantina-giacomo-montresor-1997-rocca-bianca-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Cantina Giacomo Montresor
,White,US,"One of the better American-French hybrid blends on the market, this wine shows some apple aromas, melon and fig fruit, a slight almond character, and a long, spicy finish. A blend of Seyval, Vidal and Vignoles.",Proprietors Reserve,9,85,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1997 Proprietors Reserve White (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1997-proprietors-reserve-white-pennsylvania/,White Blend,1997,Chaddsford
13.5,Red,US,"A medium-weight, herbaceous style, best served around cellar temperature. Uncluttered by a lot of new oak, it's a sappy, red-fruit quaffer ideal to accompany light summertime fare. Gulp it down like you would a good Beaujolais.",,16,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Barboursville Vineyards 1998 Merlot (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-1998-merlot-monticello/,Merlot,1998,Barboursville Vineyards
,Red,US,"Smoke and toast complement a restrained cassis-scented nose. On the lean-earthy-herbal side of the Cabernet spectrum, but has enough stuffing and charm to remain interesting.",,16,85,Virginia,Monticello,,Autumn Hill 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/autumn-hill-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-monticello/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Autumn Hill
,Red,US,"Smoky, herbal, green pepper and cassis aromas suggest Cabernet Sauvignon as the predominant component of this Bordeaux blend. Austere and tannic, but there's plenty of flavor interest, including a touch of buttery, toasty oak. This wine will never be rich or expansive; instead it offers a Bordeaux-style, intellectual experience.",Encore Red Table Wine,24,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1995 Encore Red Table Wine Red (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1995-encore-red-table-wine-long-island-north-fork/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Pellegrini Vineyards
12,White,Italy,"Lime and mineral notes on the nose and tangy citrus flavors. Very brisk, yet in good balance due to its lively, strong fruit. Smooth, elegant and great for shellfish or grilled chicken.",,10,86,Veneto,Piave,,Moletto 1998 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moletto-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Moletto
13.5,Red,US,,Jeunesse,27,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1997 Jeunesse Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1997-jeunesse-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Archery Summit
12,White,US,"Most P.G.s from appellations beginning with V came from Venezia or the Veneto. Here's one from Virginia. Bright fruit aromas announce this clean and bold contender. Looks spritzy, but it's just a little tangy on the palate. Medium mouthfeel with fine balance. Bellissimo, y'all.",,13,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Barboursville 1998 Pinot Grigio (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-1998-pinot-grigio-monticello/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Barboursville
12,White,Italy,"Ripe fruit on the nose yet crisp in feel. Green-apple flavors and celery-like notes, with nice texture. Lean and stylish.",,10,86,Veneto,Veneto,,Il Vignale 1997 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/il-vignale-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Il Vignale
12.5,White,Italy,"Inviting nose of peach, tangerine and melon. Slightly spritzy on the palate, but in a refreshing way, with apple and creamy peach flavors. Finishes tart and clean. Well made and refreshing.",,13,86,Italy Other,Italy,,Tiefenbrunner 1998 Pinot Grigio (Italy),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tieffenbrunner-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Tiefenbrunner
12,White,US,"Most P.G.s from appellations beginning with V came from Venezia or the Veneto. Here's one from Virginia. Bright fruit aromas announce this clean and bold contender. Looks spritzy, but it's just a little tangy on the palate. Medium mouthfeel with fine balance. Bellissimo, y'all.",,13,86,Virginia,Monticello,,Barboursville Vineyards 1998 Pinot Grigio (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-monticello/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Barboursville Vineyards
11.5,White,Italy,"A lovely floral nose graced by lilac and mineral notes. Light-bodied, with citrus accents and a round, balanced mouthfeel. Closes with a clean, crisp finish. Quite an achievement at the price. Best Buy.",,5,86,Veneto,Veneto,,La Francesca 1998 Pinot Grigio (Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/francesca-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,La Francesca
13,Red,US,"Dark fruits, smoke and some green herbs mingle nicely on the nose, but the palate turns lean and mildly tannic. Narrowly constructed, but it's still a flavorful and recommendable Virginia red.",Lot 95,17,86,Virginia,Virginia,,Shenandoah Vineyards NV Lot 95 Merlot (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-vineyards-nv-lot-95-merlot-virginia/,Merlot,,Shenandoah Vineyards
12,White,Italy,"Lean and sleek, with pear, lemon and melon notes on the nose and palate. Hints of almonds and herbs arrive later, showing commendable finesse for an inexpensive wine. Good crisp finish. Best Buy.",,8,86,,Trentino,,Cavit 1998 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cavit-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Cavit
11.5,White,Italy,"This is a lovely Pinot Grigio at a bargain price. Almond, hay and citrus aromas; fresh and lively fruit with even tropical overtones. Good balance, tasty finish, and the package does not look cheap. Best Buy.",,8,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Castellarin 1998 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castellarin-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Castellarin
,White,Italy,"Interesting and intense, with orange, tangerine, grapefruit and honey. Manages to be sweet and tart at once. Moderate mouthfeel with crisp acidity. Nice finish. Very individualistic.",,12,86,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Gianni Vescovo 1997 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gianni-vescovo-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Gianni Vescovo
12,White,Italy,"Fragrant floral notes with good ripe, sleek fruit behind it. An herbaceous tinge to predominantly citrus flavors. Long, clean, spicy finish. Pleasing and elegant. Best Buy.",,8,86,,Trentino,,Mezzacorona 1998 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mezzacorona-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Mezzacorona
14.1,White,US,"Delicious nose of sweet hay with mango, pineapple and tangerine notes. Elegant and balanced, with more restrained apple flavors and a melony mouthfeel. Nice finish. Good character.",,18,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1998 Pinot Grigio (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-napa-valley/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Swanson
12.9,White,US,"Opens with a mild oily quality, but delivers a mouthful of apple, spice, honey and vanilla flavors. Harvest-like pumpkin notes. Rich, mouthfilling feel. Finishes long and tangy.",O'Connor,12,86,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,St. Innocent 1997 O'Connor Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-innocent-1997-oconnor-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,St. Innocent
13,White,France,"Pear, honey and smoke aromas, with admirable depth. Sweet, tasty apple and honey flavors with hints of rose petal. Ripe and full in the mouth, with a long sweet finish. Quite mature at this point. For immediate pleasure.",Reserve,19,86,Alsace,Alsace,,Dopff Au Moulin 1996 Reserve Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dopff-au-moulin-1996-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1996,Dopff Au Moulin
11,White,US,"Melony nose with mineral and peach notes. Soft and round in the mouth, with good balance and a full feel. Finishes with tangy pear notes. Very satisfying wine",Estate bottled,12,86,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Arciero 1998 Estate bottled Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arciero-1998-estate-bottled-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Arciero
12,White,US,"Luscious aromas of peach, pear, cream, and a touch of orange yield to a round, medium-bodied wine with a rather short finish. Not too acidic, but soft and appealing.",Lieb Vineyards,13,86,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Palmer 1997 Lieb Vineyards Pinot Blanc (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/palmer-1997-lieb-pinot-blanc-long-island-north-fork/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Palmer
12.5,White,Italy,"Offers a ripe and fragrant nose with hints of pineapple and citrus. Herbal and citrus flavors and a slightly spritzy feel in the mouth. Zings with crisp acidity. Try with seafood, veal, or chicken with lemon.",,12,86,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Torre Rosazza 1997 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/torre-rosazza-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Torre Rosazza
12.5,White,Italy,"Shows nice depth in its aromas and flavors. Minerals and herbs on the nose, lots of pear fruit, and even some hints of the tropics in the mouth. Big and flavorful with good length.",,10,86,,Alto Adige,,St. Michael-Eppan 1998 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-michael-eppan-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,St. Michael-Eppan
13,White,Italy,"Elegant nose of fresh herbs and lime, citrus and pineapple fruits. Lime flavored with a chalky quality, this is a brisk and serious wine. Finishes with some spice and pepper. Good food wine.",,15,86,,Venezia Giulia,,Sant' Elena 1998 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sant-elena-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Sant' Elena
12,White,US,"Another fine contender from the Central Coast region, it has a mineral and ripe fruit nose with lively, full fruit flavors. Firm and round on the palate, with a long, classy finish.",Loma Vista Vineyard,9,86,California,Central Coast,Arroyo Seco,Maddalena 1998 Loma Vista Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Arroyo Seco),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/maddalena-1998-loma-vista-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-arroyo-seco/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Maddalena
13.5,Red,US,,Estate,75,86,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1996 Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1996-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1996,Archery Summit
11.5,White,Italy,"A crisp mineral-tinged nose opens into a mouthful of melony, herbal flavors. Crisp acidity and good length, with a hint of lemon on the back end.",,6,86,,Del Veneto,,Barone 1998 Pinot Grigio (Del Veneto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-veneto/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Barone
11,Dessert,Canada,"Almost too sweet, it practically makes your teeth hurt. It has nice orange and apricot flavors and crisp acidity, but lacks the complexity of fully botrytized wines. Sweet and simple, like drinking candy.",Ice Wine,48,86,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 1997 Ice Wine Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-1997-ice-wine-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,1997,Cave Spring
13,White,US,"Lots of floral notes on the nose, and a touch of alcohol, too. Opens into a full mouth of green-apple and herb flavors. Very good balance manages to be full and crisp at once. Clean, brisk finish with citrusy notes. Akin to an engaging adolescent maybe a touch awkward, but ambitious and appealing. Best Buy.",Coleman Vineyard,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Seven Hills 1998 Coleman Vineyard Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/seven-hills-1998-coleman-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,Seven Hills
12.9,White,Italy,"Grassy nose with lime and slate notes. Lots of flavor with grapefruit, acacia and pineapple evidenced. Very well balanced, a poised performer with a medium to long finish. Solid winemaking here.",,13,87,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 1997 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Elena Walch
,White,New Zealand,"What an interesting wine, so un-California. Plenty of grass, gooseberry, straw and smoke complexed with stone and mineral. Young and tight, with bright acidity and intense fruit. A good value.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Cairnbrae 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cairnbrae-1998-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Cairnbrae
,White,New Zealand,"A no-oak Chard, with green-apple, peach and grilled-almond notes, and a strong herbal or medicinal streak. Crisp and clean, has real character. Drink this well-priced wine now. Best Buy.",,10,87,Gisborne,,,Babich 1998 Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babich-1998-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,Babich
4.5,White,Italy,"Lots of lime on the nose. Very ripe scents. Mineral and apple flavors, with fine balance and a round, full feel on the palate.",,11,87,,Trentino,,Bollini 1998 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bollini-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Bollini
13,White,US,"This respected producer's Pinot Gris exhibits fine typicity for the grape in Oregon. The slightly muted nose (just released) exhibits melon, pear and mild almond aromas. Flavors of apple and pear with notes of anise and tarragon. Has good balance.",,12,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Bethel Heights 1998 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bethel-heights-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,Bethel Heights
,White,US,"A stylish wine from the French team at this winery. Green apples and herbs on the nose. Apple and almond flavors on the palate. Crisp but not sharp acidity and a long, clean finish.",,15,87,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,WillaKenzie Estate 1997 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/willakenzie-estate-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,WillaKenzie Estate
,White,New Zealand,"Quite grassy and curranty, with that special gooseberry aroma. Young and aggressive in the mouth, with high acidity. But has that delightful New Zealand fruitiness that flatters the palate. Bone dry, with high extract, it's a pretty wine, and affordable.",,13,87,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-1998-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Mills Reef
12,White,Italy,"Fat nose of pear and some slight nuttiness. Herb and almond flavors. Mouthfeel is rich and fairly full for this varietal. Closes with a spicy, mineral, peppery edge. Very nice.",,13,87,,Grave del Friuli,,Banolis 1998 Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/banolis-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Banolis
,White,New Zealand,"Lots of grapefruit, new-mown grass, and that telltale gooseberry or currant aroma. Quite fruity and tart, with a penetrating intensity and long finish. Low or no oak. Best Buy.",,10,87,Marlborough,,,Babich 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babich-1998-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Babich
,White,New Zealand,"Loaded with gooseberry, grass, smoke, and herbs in the nose. Grassy, bold and tart, with lemony flavors. Clean, vibrant, sharp and very dry.",,11,87,Marlborough,,,Coopers Creek 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-1997-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Coopers Creek
12.5,White,France,"Elegant and fresh, with a floral nose and green-apple and quince flavors. Good weight and elegant balance. Finishes crisp and tart. This is very good for Sparr's least-expensive offering.",Carte D'or,12,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 1997 Carte D'or Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-1997-carte-dor-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Pierre Sparr
,White,New Zealand,"A Riesling for people who think they don't like this varietal. Starts off with pretty floral notes, and a high-toned hint of acetone or linoleum. Delicate, with peach-apricot flavors and a steely, high-acid disposition. Can age.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Highfield Estate 1998 Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/highfield-estate-1998-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1998,Highfield Estate
,White,New Zealand,"Elstree is the premium label for the Highfield Estate winery. This is a delicate, pretty wine, with the usual gooseberry, hay and smoky aromas and citrus flavors. Dry and intense, but a little on the pricy side.",Reserve,19,87,Marlborough,,,Elstree 1998 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elstree-1998-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Elstree
13.5,White,US,"Long, rich predominating. Lots of ripe apple and citrus fruit here, with a creamy, round This single-vineyard wine has a lovely, elegant nose with peach and melon mouthfeel., fruit-laden finish. Best Buy.",Sunol Valley Vineyard,10,87,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Elliston 1997 Sunol Valley Vineyard Pinot Grigio (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elliston-1997-sunol-valley-vineyard-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Elliston
12.9,White,Italy,"Smoky, toasty aromas open this large-scaled wine with a fat mouthfeel. Melon and peach flavors with grassy, herbal notes. Shows fine breed for this grape.",Castel Ringberg,20,87,,Alto Adige,,Elena Walch 1998 Castel Ringberg Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elena-walch-1998-castel-ringberg-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Elena Walch
12.5,White,Italy,"Melony, with tangerine and hayfield hints on the nose. Lively green-apple flavors on the palate and brisk acidity. Finishes tangy. Sings for food.",,11,87,,Grave del Friuli,,Campanile 1998 Pinot Grigio (Grave del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campanile-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-grave-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Campanile
12,White,Italy,"Hay, anise and herbs on the nose, with clean, firm apple and pear flavors. Finishes with a smooth feel and slightly peppery, spicy flavors.",,10,87,Veneto,Valdadige,,Barone Fini 1998 Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barone-fini-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Barone Fini
12.5,White,US,"Ripe nose of peaches, apricots and spice, with lemony citric notes that carry over to the palate, picking up stony and herbal elements. Shows considerable complexity. Crisp and racy. A delightful surprise from an unexpected region.",,15,87,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1998 Pinot Grigio (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-pennsylvania/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Chaddsford
13.5,White,Italy,"Ripe nose offers honey, nuts and orange-peel aromas. Full and rich flavors: citric, spicy and nutty. Medium mouthfeel and a long finish, with earthy notes. Good depth. A serious, complex wine.",,22,87,,Collio,,Borgo Conventi 1997 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgo-conventi-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Borgo Conventi
,White,Italy,"Ripe fruit, with peach and pear notes on the nose. Palate full of flavor with almond, peach and mineral elements. Good balance and a clean finish. Lots of complexity for an inexpensive wine. Best Buy.",,7,87,,Venezie,,Canaletto 1998 Pinot Grigio (Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canaletto-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Canaletto
13,White,France,"Trimbach is one of the best-known producers in Alsace. This offering yields honey, apple and caramel on the nose. Ripe peach and pear flavors follow with a fine mouthfeel. Full and positive. Long, spicy finish.",Reserve Personnelle,30,87,Alsace,Alsace,,Trimbach 1996 Reserve Personnelle Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/trimbach-1996-reserve-personnelle-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-alsace/,Pinot Gris,1996,Trimbach
,White,New Zealand,"Lots to like in this delicate Chard, with peach, smoke, green-apple and toast aromas. Rich and quite creamy, with high acidity. Not showing much fruit now. Sharp and austere, but interesting. Best Buy.",,10,87,Marlborough,,,Stoneleigh 1998 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stoneleigh-1998-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1998,Stoneleigh
13,White,US,"Slightly muted apple and lemon scents open to a palate with pretty appley fruit. Firm structure, good mouthfeel and fine balance. Closes with an elegant finish.",Reserve,18,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1997 Reserve Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1997-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1997,King Estate
13,White,US,"Honeyed, spicy and late harvesty. Very atypical; delicious, too. Rich, ripe apricot and tangerine-like fruit, with decent acidity to match. Dessert-like, would be fine with foie gras or fruit and cheese. Well liked by our panel, but do not expect a crisp, dry white.",,12,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Monte Volpe 1997 Pinot Grigio (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/monte-volpe-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Monte Volpe
,White,New Zealand,"Grove Mill's second label. Great bargain here, with pretty aromas of citrus, grass, hay and honey. Fruity and lively, with cleansing acidity. Bold and refreshing.",,12,87,Marlborough,,,Sanctuary 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanctuary-1997-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Sanctuary
12,White,US,"A slightly odd note in the nose did not keep this from being enjoyed. It offers tropical fruits and citrus aromas and flavors. Rich and satiny, and sweet in the mouth. Soft and appealing, with a smooth finish.",,15,87,California,California Other,California,Lawrence J. Bargetto 1998 Pinot Grigio (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lawrence-j-bargetto-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Lawrence J. Bargetto
12.8,White,US,"Clean nose with lemon aromas and smoky overtones. Ripe fruit with flavors of green apples, pears and mild spices. Fine balance of fruit and acidity. Finishes clean and floral. Very nice wine. Best Buy.",,13,87,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,King Estate 1997 Pinot Gris (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/king-estate-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-other/,Pinot Gris,1997,King Estate
,Red,US,"Fragrant, with lots of floral and herbaceous aromas - very typical of Cab Franc. Some juicy strawberry fruit rounds out the flavor profile. It finishes with decent acidity and mild tannins.",,13,87,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1997 Cabernet Franc (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1997-cabernet-franc-pennsylvania/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Chaddsford
12,White,Canada,"Like biting into a crisp granny smith, this wine shows great green-apple fruit allied to snappy acidity. Where is this from again? Who'd have thought the Mosel now ran through Ontario.",Dry Reserve,12,87,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 1997 Dry Reserve Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-1997-dry-reserve-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,1997,Cave Spring
12,White,Italy,"Very ripe fruit nose with pineapple, melon and lychee overtones. Slightly creamy mouthfeel with firm but sweet grapefruit and spice characteristics. Slightly like Gewürz. A bit atypical, but elegant and enjoyable. Best Buy.",Monopolio Montresor,11,88,Veneto,Valdadige,,La Colombaia 1997 Monopolio Montresor Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colombaia-1997-monopolio-montresor-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,La Colombaia
,White,New Zealand,"Pretty aromas of wildflower, apple, peach, butter, smoke and mineral. A dry, fruity wine, with low oak, high acidity and some complexity. Grows on you with each sip. Lots of terroir. Best Buy.",,9,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Coopers Creek 1998 Riesling (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/coopers-creek-1998-riesling-hawkes-bay/,Riesling,1998,Coopers Creek
13,White,France,"Big spicy, baked-apple nose. Apple, honey and spice flavors on palate. Superb balance—rich and mouthfilling, but not heavy. Long dry finish with spicy overtones. Very complete.",,19,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Lucien Albrecht 1997 Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lucien-albrecht-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Lucien Albrecht
,White,New Zealand,"Shows classic aromas of lemon grass, gooseberry, currant, smoke and butter, with an intriguing mineral or medicinal note. Bone dry and tart, with searing acidity that coats the palate with herbal, grassy and grapefruit flavors. Long, bright finish. A shellfish wine.",,15,88,Marlborough,,,Forrest Estate 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-estate-1997-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Forrest Estate
13,White,France,"Ripe, appley fruit on nose with apricot, nectarine and spice notes. Rich, slightly sweet flavors of apple, and hints of roses, vanilla and a long positive finish.",,18,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Ernst Burn 1997 Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-burn-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Ernst Burn
12.5,White,New Zealand,"From a coolish region, it's grassy and herbal, with pretty lemon-and-lime aromas and flavors. The acidity sears the palate, sending shockwaves of citrus fruit flavors deep into the tongue. Clean, crisp and cleansing. Needs food.",,19,88,Hawke's Bay,,,Matariki 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-1997-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Matariki
13,White,New Zealand,"On the grassy and herbaceous end, with lemony-grapefruit notes. Intense and fruity, with lively acidity.",Wairau,15,88,Marlborough,,,Kim Crawford 1998 Wairau Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1998-wairau-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Kim Crawford
14,White,France,"Green-apple aromas and a faint whiff of petrol on the nose—almost a minerally, faintly kerosene tinge. Crisp green-apple and spice flavors with a creamy mouthfeel. Fine intensity and a long, spicy finish.",Le Fromenteau,18,88,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 1997 Le Fromenteau Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-1997-le-fromenteau-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Josmeyer
12.5,White,Italy,"Elegant and full with lots of character. Fruit, mineral, nutty aromas open to a mouth full of mineral flavors with light cherry highlights. Very good texture and excellent balance. Ripe, yet it dances lively on the palate. Impressive.",,11,88,,Alto Adige,,Peter Zemmer 1998 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/peter-zemmer-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Peter Zemmer
13,White,US,"Opens with a strong nose of basil. Sweet fruit on the palate. Not typical of the grape, but very good. Would be splendid with tomato, basil and mozzarella salad. Decidedly unusual, but likable. An editors' choice.",,15,88,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Elk Cove 1998 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elk-cove-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,Elk Cove
,White,New Zealand,"Opens with buttery, citrus and smoky aromas. Rich and creamy, with great texture: steely, crisp and bold. Washes the palate with waves of citrus and spice flavors. Clean as a whistle, and what a bargain. Best Buy.",Fall Harvest,11,88,Marlborough,,,House of Nobilo 1998 Fall Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-1998-fall-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,House of Nobilo
,White,New Zealand,"Pricy, but worth it for the rich, buttery, barrel-fermented complexities. Fairly acidic, very dry and citrusy and creamy. You'll like the complex flavors and finish.",Clifford Bay Reserve,25,89,Marlborough,,,Villa Maria 1998 Clifford Bay Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-maria-1998-clifford-bay-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Villa Maria
,White,New Zealand,"An intense, inviting wine that instantly appeals with citrus, gooseberry and smoky-buttery aromas that say ""drink me!"" Intense citrus flavors and high acidity jolt the palate. Lively, fresh and inviting, a great food wine but interesting enough to stand on its own.",,18,89,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-1998-sauvignon-blanc-marlborough/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Isabel Estate
13,White,New Zealand,"Shows a lot more oak influence than their regular cuvée. Butter and smoke on the nose, with telltale citrus aromas. Quite soft and creamy-leesy. A plusher, more precocious wine.",Awatere,20,89,Awatere Valley,,,Kim Crawford 1998 Awatere Sauvignon Blanc (Awatere Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kim-crawford-1998-awatere-sauvignon-blanc-awatere-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Kim Crawford
13.5,Red,US,,Arcus,59,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1997 Arcus Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1997-arcus-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1997,Archery Summit
13.5,Red,US,,Red Hills Estate,59,89,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Archery Summit 1996 Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/archery-summit-1996-red-hills-estate-pinot-noir-other/,Pinot Noir,1996,Archery Summit
,White,New Zealand,"Made in an oaky style, it opens with a blast of green apple, ripe peach, buttered toast and smoke. Intense and creamy, with tiers of fruit cascading over the palate. Soft, California-like and precocious- for early drinking.",Barrel Fermented,21,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Sacred Hill 1997 Barrel Fermented Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sacred-hill-1997-barrel-fermented-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1997,Sacred Hill
,White,New Zealand,"Part of the Corbans family of wineries, this bargain is packed with green grass, gooseberry, smoke and a nice mocha note. Lots of sharp, grassy-citrus flavors and high acidity, but a dollop of richness and complex texture keeps the interest level high. Bone dry; could stand a couple of years of aging. Best Buy.",,10,89,Hawke's Bay,,,Longridge 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longridge-1998-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Longridge
13.5,White,France,"Another strong wine from Sparr. Deep peach and pear aromas, with a touch of mineral. Ripe apple flavors with spicy notes. Well-balanced mouthfeel. Good intensity and a long finish.",Brand,25,89,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 1997 Brand Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-1997-brand-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Pierre Sparr
,White,New Zealand,"A fascinating Chard, utterly un-Californian. Punches you in the nose with mineral, medicinal and herbal aromas. Earthy and intense. In the mouth, it's superrich and creamy, with lemony-peach flavors and cinnamon dustiness. Highly acidic, rich and intense, it's complex and vital, and should age.",,21,90,Marlborough,,,Hunter's 1996 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hunters-1996-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1996,Hunter's
,White,New Zealand,"A great value from this old winery, founded more than 50 years ago. Ample aromas of green apple, ripe peach, butter and smoke, with fig and melon. Lively acidity dominates the fresh, young, green-apple and peach flavors. Complex and interesting, hard to put down. Best Buy.",Fall Harvest,12,90,Gisborne,,,House of Nobilo 1998 Fall Harvest Chardonnay (Gisborne),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/house-nobilo-1998-fall-harvest-chardonnay-gisborne/,Chardonnay,1998,House of Nobilo
,White,New Zealand,"This mouthfilling Sauvignon Blanc is a step away from the rest of the over-the-top grassy Sauvignons from New Zealand. It's partially barrel fermented, yielding powerful fruit with a subtle touch of oak. Best Buy.",Reserve,13,90,Hawke's Bay,,,Mills Reef 1998 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mills-reef-1998-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-hawkes-bay/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Mills Reef
,White,New Zealand,"Refined, with bright apricot and smoky aromas. Quite rich and extracted. Almost extravagant fruit, yet bone dry and supple. Steely acidity and great structure. Impressive.",Reserve,20,90,Marlborough,,,Elstree 1998 Reserve Riesling (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/elstree-1998-reserve-riesling-marlborough/,Riesling,1998,Elstree
,White,New Zealand,"A California-style Chard with plush aromas of butter, smoke, tropical fruit and green apple. Rich, tangy and bright flavors, with a piercing intensity that's almost electric. Dry, dusty, needs a year or so to calm down. Good value.",,15,90,Marlborough,,,Forrest Estate 1997 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forrest-estate-1997-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1997,Forrest Estate
12.5,White,France,Review unavailable at this time,Hengst Selection de Grains Nobles,,90,Alsace,Alsace,,Josmeyer 1989 Hengst Selection de Grains Nobles Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/josmeyer-1989-hengst-selection-grains-nobles-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1989,Josmeyer
,White,New Zealand,"Classic aromas of ripe peach, green apple and citrus, with smoky oak and a creamy, leesy note. Very rich and creamy in the mouth, almost like lemon-peach mousse, jolting and intense. Oaky, too. Stylish. Impressive for its bold fruit.",,20,91,Marlborough,,,Isabel Estate 1997 Chardonnay (Marlborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/isabel-estate-1997-chardonnay-marlborough/,Chardonnay,1997,Isabel Estate
13.5,White,France,"Aromas of caramel and honeyed peaches. Spicy-sweet flavors of apple and pineapple. Thick and rich on the palate, with a smooth long-lingering finish. Sensual, although you must pay for your pleasure.",Goldert Clos St Imer-La Chapelle,30,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Ernst Burn 1997 Goldert Clos St Imer-La Chapelle Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ernst-burn-1997-goldert-clos-st-imer-chapelle-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Ernst Burn
13,White,France,"Pungent nose of apple, pear, pine and spice. Sweet forward fruit, with some obvious residual sugar and a rich, full mouthfeel. Good balance and decent acidity keep it from becoming cloying. Finishes long and stylish. Calls for veal or loin of pork. An editors' choice. Best Buy.",Reserve,13,91,Alsace,Alsace,,Pierre Sparr 1997 Reserve Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pierre-sparr-1997-reserve-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Pierre Sparr
,White,New Zealand,"This winery's highly-oaked Chard, from a single vineyard, is bursting with buttered toast, smoke and lees, with apple, peach and tropical fruit, and an iron or flinty aroma. Full-bodied, rich and creamy, complex and lavishly textured. Young, needs time.",Irongate,22,91,Hawke's Bay,,,Babich 1996 Irongate Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babich-1996-irongate-chardonnay-hawkes-bay/,Chardonnay,1996,Babich
11,Dessert,Canada,"A gorgeous late-harvest Riesling that plays rich apricot fruit perfectly against razor-sharp acidity. Wonderfully rich and complex, showing plenty of botrytis character. Serve on its own or with light desserts. A convincing argument for Canadian winemaking.",Indian Summer,18,92,Ontario,Niagara Peninsula,,Cave Spring 1997 Indian Summer Riesling (Niagara Peninsula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cave-spring-1997-indian-summer-riesling-niagara-peninsula/,Riesling,1997,Cave Spring
,White,New Zealand,"This winery is widely regarded as New Zealand's finest Pinot Noir producer, and its Chards are exceptional, too. Smells young, fresh and oaky. One sip is all it takes: You'll love the flinty, mineral flavors accompanied by young tropical fruit and the ripest peaches. A superb wine, and an education for fruit-forward fans. Needs time.",,26,93,Martinborough,,,Martinborough Vineyard 1997 Chardonnay (Martinborough),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martinborough-vineyard-1997-chardonnay-martinborough/,Chardonnay,1997,Martinborough Vineyard
12.5,White,New Zealand,"Here's a fruity Chard that smacks of terroir. Not a lot of oak, but the perfectly ripe grapes suggest green apple, peach, smoke and Asian spices. Hard to find a tastier Chard anywhere. Such ripeness, and a stony, mineral note. High acidity makes it refreshing. Worth a search.",,23,93,Hawke's Bay & Waipara,,,Matariki 1997 Chardonnay (Hawke's Bay & Waipara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matariki-1997-chardonnay-hawkes-bay-waipara/,Chardonnay,1997,Matariki
,White,US,"Odd, somewhat vegetal but sweet nose. Full bodied, even heavy with melon and fig flavors. Flabby and not much like Sauvignon Blanc.",,9,80,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Pedroncelli 1997 Fumé Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pedroncelli-1997-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Pedroncelli
,White,US,"Yes, it's dry. But it also lacks depth of flavor. There's some mild green-apple flavor on the midpalate, but a weak nose and short finish limit its pleasure.",Dry,7,80,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 1998 Dry Johannisberg Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-1998-dry-riesling-johannisberg-idaho/,Johannisberg Riesling,1998,Ste. Chapelle
,White,South Africa,"A heavy golden luster leads aromas of butterscotch, hay and musty spices. Creamy midpalate flavors become slightly bitter on the finish, which is marked by almondy, citrus-rind tastes. Mild and basic at best.",,10,81,Swartland,,,Swartland 1997 Chardonnay (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-1997-chardonnay-swartland/,Chardonnay,1997,Swartland
,White,US,Musky peach scents are pretty enough; unfortunately they're the best feature of this otherwise bland and underripe-tasting wine.,,7,81,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 1998 Gewürztraminer (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-1998-gewurztraminer-idaho/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Ste. Chapelle
12.5,White,US,A flavorful-enough wine with rounded flavors and a strong citrus/grapefruit finish. A decent quaff.,,5,81,California,California Other,California,Delicato 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/delicato-1998-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Delicato
,Red,US,"Dark color. Decent aromas of berries and earth, and the flavors are proper, although thin. Seems to have a bit of sweetness to it, almost Port-like. Not a lot going on, but you can serve it at anonymous cocktail parties.",,10,81,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Corbett Canyon 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/corbett-canyon-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Corbett Canyon
13,Red,South Africa,For bell-pepper lovers only. It shows appropriate alcohol and acidity levels but the aromas and flavors are dominated by green pepper.,,12,82,South Africa,,,Fleur Du Cap 1996 Merlot (South Africa),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1996-merlot/,Merlot,1996,Fleur Du Cap
,White,South Africa,"Musky, grassy, cat-pee aromas, but not in the quirky, fun doses we like. Low acidity and unripe grapefruit mar the palate. The finish is short and nothing to write home about. Mediocre, but not flawed.",,8,82,Robertson,,,Cape Indaba 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-indaba-1998-sauvignon-blanc-robertson/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Cape Indaba
13.4,White,US,"An attempt to create a weighty Graves-like style that has gone awry. 30% Semillon in the blend. Heavy, quite heavily oaked and unbalanced. Loses too much varietal character and ends up like an overprocessed Chardonnay.",Paragon Vineyard-Reserve,16,82,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Carmenet 1997 Paragon Vineyard-Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1997-paragon-vineyard-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-edna-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Carmenet
,Red,US,Fairly simple red-cherry and blackberry fruit in a wine that promises more on the nose than it delivers. Second label of Stag's Leap Wine Cellars.,Vineyard Select Reserve,16,82,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1996 Vineyard Select Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1996-vineyard-select-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1996,Hawk Crest
,Red,US,"Quite a bit of wet autumn in the nose as well as some chocolate and toasted marshmallow. Fairly closed, acidic and one-dimensional. Rough going down because of the amped-up acidity. Some raspberry fruit, but overall not terribly pleasing.",Piner Heights,17,82,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Topolos 1997 Piner Heights Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/topolos-1997-piner-heights-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Topolos
12.5,White,South Africa,"The bouquet, if you can call it that, is distant and bland. Fatness on the tongue due to lack of acidity. Tart, lean and lacks luster in the glass. Hard to define as Chardonnay.",,11,82,Robertson,,,Sinnya 1998 Chardonnay (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinnya-1998-chardonnay-robertson/,Chardonnay,1998,Sinnya
13,White,US,"A honeyed, vanilla nose indicates a Chardonnay-style. Ripe and not wimpy, but maybe too much oak flavor and weight. Best chilled and served by the glass to a group.",White Burgundy,9,82,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 White Burgundy Pinot Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-white-burgundy-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Mirassou
,White,US,"An aggressively grassy, lemony version of this varietal, so aromatic it reminds one of nail polish or floor wax. The flavors are lemony, too, and it's almost raspingly tart. Clean, but too much.",,9,82,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Geyser Peak 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Geyser Peak
,White,South Africa,"Pineapple and ripe nectarine on the nose. The flavor profile is peachy and citrusy, but also features plenty of unripe melon. A bit of a bitter edge to the finish, which is short and oaky. Flabby but not cloying or sweet.",,10,82,Western Cape,,,Cape Indaba 1998 Chardonnay (Western Cape),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cape-indaba-1998-chardonnay-western-cape/,Chardonnay,1998,Cape Indaba
,Red,South Africa,"A unique orange-peel aroma and a slight scent of decay mark this as an older wine. The acidity is pronounced on the palate, making it a wine to drink with food, not on its own. Some pleasant spice and earth notes are cut short by an abrupt finish.",,12,83,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 1993 Pinotage (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1993-pinotage-coastal-region/,Pinotage,1993,Fleur Du Cap
11.6,White,US,Pleasant but low-intensity wine that showcases some green-apple and lime flavors in an off-dry package. Nice as an aperitif.,,6,83,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 1998 Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-1998-riesling-idaho/,Riesling,1998,Ste. Chapelle
,Red,US,Pretty Zin aromas and flavors in a modestly-priced wine that's widely available. Hard not to like it at this price.,Home Ranch,8,83,California,California Other,California,Fetzer 1996 Home Ranch Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fetzer-1996-home-ranch-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1996,Fetzer
13.2,White,US,"A fruity, simple wine, with citrus and even mango aromas and flavors. Seems too off-dry for Sauvignon Blanc, almost Muscat-like, but clean and zesty. Think picnic wine.",Juliana Vineyards,9,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Audubon Cellars 1997 Juliana Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/audubon-cellars-1997-juliana-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Audubon Cellars
,Red,US,"A soft, plum- and berry-flavored Zin from 60-year-old vines in California's hot Delta region, which is cooled by bay breezes. Fruity, clean and tasty enough, although it's on the simple side. A serviceable pizza wine.",,13,83,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1997 Zinfandel (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1997-zinfandel-other/,Zinfandel,1997,Baron Herzog
14.5,Red,US,"Black fruit and a discernible note of tree bark or cedar (heavily charred barrels?) in the nose. Baked plums mingle with dark and spicy oak flavors, while fairly bold tannins and a jammy mouthfeel bring it home. Hefty and possibly a little overripe. Tastes a bit like espresso on the finish.",Private Reserve,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sausal 1997 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-1997-private-reserve-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Sausal
,Red,South Africa,"A two-toned nose of briar, prunes and tobacco, but also must and vegetables. Slightly dry tannins and mature Bordeaux flavors, but slightly lean through the middle. May already be getting old, but not yet over the hill.",,12,84,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 1992 Cabernet Sauvignon (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1992-cabernet-sauvignon-coastal-region/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1992,Fleur Du Cap
12.4,White,US,"This widely-available wine has established a following as an affordable, grassy Sauvignon Blanc. It's lively, citrusy and crisp.",,,84,California,California Other,California,Canyon Road 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-road-1998-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Canyon Road
13.8,Red,US,"Despite only a moderately saturated color, there are plenty of bright ""zinberry""aromas. The mouthfeel, though, is relatively light. Still, a pretty, almost Pinot-like, Zin for early drinking.",,20,84,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Armida 1996 Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/armida-1996-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Armida
,White,France,"Delicate smoke and pear aromas give way to a palate that lacks flavor and intensity. Overzealous yields are almost certainly the culprit here. The finish is decent, but disappointing for the price.",,40,84,Burgundy,Puligny-Montrachet,,Moillard 1997  Puligny-Montrachet,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/moillard-1997-chardonnay-puligny-montrachet/,Chardonnay,1997,Moillard
13.4,White,US,"You'd never confuse this for anything else, with its green, grassy, lemony aromas and flavors and lively, tart astringency. Clean and simple, a picnic or cocktail wine at a fair price.",,9,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Clos du Bois
14.4,White,US,"Overoaked to the extent that all varietal character is lost. Fruit is totally obscured. Oak prevails from nose to finish. Still, not bad—just oaky.",La Petite Etoile,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Chateau St. Jean 1997 La Petite Etoile Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-st-jean-1997-petite-etoile-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Chateau St. Jean
,White,US,"Strong grapefruit aroma, with touches of honey and toast. Citrus flavors, whistle-clean and penetrating, with oak complexities. Lees aging adds creaminess, but the dominant mouthfeel is tart and astringent. Palate-cleansing, but finishes watery.",,13,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1997-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Simi
,Red,US,A big and somewhat old-fashioned (in a good sense) wine with dark fruit and touches of chocolate and coffee; the finish turns up a little short.,,11,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1996 Zinfandel (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1996-zinfandel-napa-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Charles Krug
8.2,Dessert,US,Honey and dried apricots provide pretty accents to this late-harvest wine. Sweet but surprisingly light in the mouth. The finish is pleasant but short.,Special Harvest,8,85,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 1998 Special Harvest Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-1998-special-harvest-riesling-idaho/,Riesling,1998,Ste. Chapelle
,White,South Africa,A very capable but ultimately predictable Chardonnay made in the California style: plenty of oak on top of lemony fruit and a thick mouthfeel. Decent acidity keeps things in balance and helps highlight the lighter tropical fruit side. Tasty enough and probably best suited for by-the-glass programs.,,9,85,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 1998 Chardonnay (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1998-chardonnay-coastal-region/,Chardonnay,1998,Fleur Du Cap
9.9,White,US,"A slightly sweet (2.5% residual sugar), low-alcohol summer sipper, with nice fruity aromas and flavors and a soft, slightly tingly texture. Best Buy.",,8,85,California,California Other,California,Geyser Peak 1998 Johannisberg Riesling (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1998-riesling-johannisberg-other/,Johannisberg Riesling,1998,Geyser Peak
,White,US,"There's lots of attractive fruit here, ranging from citrus through bananas, in a bright user-friendly wine that works well as an aperitif or matched with Southeast Asian cuisine.",,9,85,California,South Coast,Temecula,Callaway 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Temecula),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-sauvignon-blanc-south-coast-temecula/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Callaway
13,Red,US,"Tight, reticent aromas are a hallmark of this claret-style Zin. Eventually, some raspberry and minty/stemmy aromas poke through. Some dried spices appear on the palate and finish. A restrained, reined-in expression of Zinfandel.",Pacini Vineyard,24,85,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Steele 1997 Pacini Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-pacini-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Steele
,White,US,"There's a flinty, mineral quality to this wine that is quite refreshing. Those upfront flavors are laid over an earthy-leafy set of complex flavors that come together nicely on the finish.",,13,85,California,North Coast,North Coast,Guenoc 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/guenoc-1997-sauvignon-blanc-north-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Guenoc
,Red,South Africa,"A tad dry and dusty in the nose, this goes quickly into the red berry-fruit spectrum and offers touches of spearmint and molasses. Good balance and length on the finish make for a competent package.",,12,85,Swartland,,,Swartland 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-swartland/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Swartland
,Red,South Africa,"Smoky, herbal and peppery in the nose, with a pleasing herbal streak. High-ended fruit and menthol on the palate. Some cassis as well. A bit sharp, but otherwise totally in balance.",,30,85,Stellenbosch,,,Thelema 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thelema-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Thelema
12.5,Red,South Africa,"A young wine with a closed but lavender-accented nose, it features fairly full, earthy flavors: herbs de Provence, flowers, some wood. Round and tasty on the finish, it is integrated from front to back. Light tannins on a medium body indicate early drinking will serve you best.",,11,85,Robertson,,,Sinnya 1998 Red (Robertson),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sinnya-1998-red-robertson/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1998,Sinnya
,Red,US,"Coffee and earth aromas and flavors seem to be the predominant characteristics of Sausal's Alexander Valley Zins. Medium-bodied with a medium-length, moderate finish. Ripe black plums and a bit of leathery brambleberry linger on the tongue, leaving a nice overall impression.",Alexander Valley,12,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sausal 1996 Alexander Valley Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-1996-alexander-valley-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Sausal
12,White,US,"There is crisp and refreshing peach and light citrus flavors, with a touch of honey on the finish. A summer afternoon drink-me-now kind of wine. The residual sugar is 1.86%.",,,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1998 Johannisberg Riesling (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1998-riesling-johannisberg-columbia-valley-wa/,Johannisberg Riesling,1998,Hogue
,Red,South Africa,"Not like Aussie Shiraz, shows more of a Rhônish character in its leathery, earthy bouquet. But the fruit is ripe and round in the mouth with berry and cranberry flavors. Good now, better in a year or two.",,10,86,Swartland,,,Swartland 1997 Shiraz (Swartland),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swartland-1997-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-swartland/,Shiraz,1997,Swartland
13.4,Red,US,"A juicy Cabernet with brambly, jammy fruit and a solid tannic backbone. The finish is medium and rather too quick.",,16,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Rodney Strong 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rodney-strong-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Rodney Strong
,Red,US,"The aroma is curiously lifeless, showing generic berry, currant, olive and oak notes. There are flavors of red berry purée, extracted and juicy, and the tannins are soft and fine. Drinks thin and simple, though. May develop more complexities.",,45,86,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-stags-leap-district/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"This has all the virtues and a couple of the faults of the varietal. On the upside, there's explosive, vibrant fruit and abundant perfumed spice. On the downside, there's that hollow center and short finish often seen in Cabernet Franc. On balance, however, a pleasing wine.",Solari Vineyard,25,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Vigil 1997 Solari Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/vigil-1997-solari-vineyard-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1997,Vigil
,Red,US,"Slightly hazy, testifying to its unfined, unfiltered nature. Heavily toasted scents of mocha mingle enticingly with dark fruit aromas, but in the mouth the wine shows less richness and some stemmy, astringent tannins. Might improve with cellaring, but a mild disappointment from this upstart producer.",Bates Ranch Star Ruby,49,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thunder Mountain 1996 Bates Ranch Star Ruby Red (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1996-bates-ranch-star-ruby-red-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Thunder Mountain
,White,US,"Faint aromas of wildflower and citrus. Vibrantly fruity, good acidity, crisp and clean. The residual sugar is 1.6%, definitely off-dry, just verging on sweetness, with a long finish. Best Buy.",Family Selection,8,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Mirassou 1998 Family Selection Riesling (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1998-family-selection-riesling-central-coast-monterey/,Riesling,1998,Mirassou
,White,US,"A complex and rich version of Sémillon with a good bit of oak. It comes off a little too much like a Chardonnay in the center palate, but there is rather nice melon and fig fruit at the end",The Sem,22,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1998 The Sem Sémillon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1998-sem-semillon-napa-valley/,Sémillon,1998,M. Cosentino
,White,US,"Here's a pretty Chenin that won't bust your budget and has some nice features going for it. Drier than most California Chenin Blancs, at just 0.65% residual sugar, it offers up lively citrus and tropical fruit notes, with pleasing acidity. Best Buy.",,8,86,California,California Other,California,Callaway 1998 Chenin Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/callaway-1998-chenin-blanc-other/,Chenin Blanc,1998,Callaway
,White,US,"Starts off aggressive and young, with grassy and citrus aromas, but 9% Sémillon adds softer fig and nut flavors. Rich, dry and fruity, easy drinking and crisp.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1998-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Buttonwood Farm
,Red,US,"Dark color, almost black. Not as forward as the Alexander Valley, which you'd expect. It's closed, but airing shows plenty of ripe black currants. Tastes young and tight, with strong berry extract. Needs time.",Special Reserve,30,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Baron Herzog 1996 Special Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1996-special-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Baron Herzog
,Red,US,"There's the telltale black currant and earthy smoke on the nose, but it's a little washed out. The flavors are pretty enough, nice and ripe, as they should be given the vineyards and vintage. But it's low-voltage, as well as low-oak.",Peter Mondavi Family,16,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Charles Krug 1996 Peter Mondavi Family Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1996-peter-mondavi-family-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Charles Krug
13.8,Red,US,"Raspberry, vanilla and pepper on the nose are joined by tart pomegranate and more pepper on the palate. Pleasant acidity and softer tannins lend a velvety texture.",179,40,86,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Canyon Wind 2014 179 Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canyon-wind-2014-179-cabernet-sauvignon-cabernet-franc-grand-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Cabernet Franc,2014,Canyon Wind
,Red,US,"There's plenty of smoky, toasty oak here, coupled with some nice berryish fruit. Full and glycerin-laden, creamy and rich in the mouth with chocolate nuances, but it's as if the extract is as much from the oak as the fruit.",Chiotti Vineyard,18,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Gallo of Sonoma 1996 Chiotti Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1996-chiotti-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,US,"There's bright and racy fruit on this lovely little wine, with touches of gooseberry and apple on the nose, followed by hints of sage and melon.",,10,86,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1997 Sémillon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1997-semillon-columbia-valley-wa/,Sémillon,1997,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"With 7% Sémillon, shows pretty melon, fig and grapefruit notes. Very extracted and rather on the sweet side, but crisp and stylish. Widely available and affordable.",Vintner's Reserve,9,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-vintners-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-other/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Kendall-Jackson
13.5,Red,US,"From old (45-year) foothills vines. The nose is highlighted by raspberry and vanilla. On the palate, berry flavors predominate, with spicy oak. Soft but firm tannins. A little light, but tasty.",Terra D'Oro,16,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Montevina 1996 Terra D'Oro Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/montevina-1996-terra-doro-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Montevina
,White,US,"They used to grow a lot more Riesling in the South Coast until consumers stopped buying it, but this wine might convince some people to return to their roots. Apple, honey, floral aromas and flavors, off-dry (1.67% RS), zesty and pure. Try with ham, quiche or even shellfish. Best Buy.",,7,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Firestone 1997 Riesling (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-1997-riesling-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Riesling,1997,Firestone
,Red,US,"The darkest and thickest of the winery's new Zins from Amador, we noted an intense earthy, herbalness in the nose, followed by wild berry and a little cocoa on the palate. Fairly full and somewhat tannic, this might benefit from a year or two of cellaring. From 77-year-old vines.",D'Agostini Vineyard Old-Vine,20,86,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1997 D'Agostini Vineyard Old-Vine Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-dagostini-vineyard-old-vine-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Folie à Deux
,White,South Africa,"Grapefruit and fresh peach on a lean, acidic structure. Plenty of clean personality to match with appetizers or chèvre. Would go well with shellfish. Solid if not spectacular. Picks up focus and additional character with time in the glass.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Brampton 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-1997-sauvignon-blanc-stellenbosch/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Brampton
,Red,South Africa,"Dark, plummy and a little earthy, the flavors are of red fruits. A little lean and acidic with firm tannins, this is quite clean and bright. A solid South African red.",,14,86,Stellenbosch,,,Brampton 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Stellenbosch),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/brampton-1996-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-stellenbosch/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1996,Brampton
,Red,US,"This Foothills Zinfandel is a treat. The bright berry fruit lingers through a medium finish, with pleasing touches of spice and chocolate. Best Buy.",Special Reserve,9,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 1997 Special Reserve Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-1997-special-reserve-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Shenandoah
,White,US,"Another great value from this underrated producer, a member of the Beringer family. Citrus, fig and grassy aromas and flavors. Drinks clean as a whistle; dry, very finely etched fruit. Best Buy.",,9,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Château Souverain 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-souverain-1997-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Château Souverain
,Red,US,"This is this winery's blended version from the Sierra Foothills. Spicy, leathery, sweet and fat, it has a nice body and is well balanced. A distinct sweetness runs through the middle of this like a super highway. You can't miss it. Long finish with persistent sweet fruit and silky tannins.",,18,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1997 Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Folie à Deux
12.5,White,US,"The very pale color of this wine belies its very flavorful profile. Lots of grapefruit and lime flavor, mildly grassy, with nice crisp acidity and a medium mouthfeel. Very true to the variety and an outstanding value. Best Buy.",Night Harvest,7,87,California,Central Valley,Dunnigan Hills,R.H. Phillips 1998 Night Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (Dunnigan Hills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rh-phillips-1998-night-harvest-sauvignon-blanc-central-valley-dunnigan-hills/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,R.H. Phillips
,White,US,"Spiced apricot aromas yield to a rich, intense, full-bodied wine on the palate. The finish is medium-length and has a pleasant mineral character. A worthy effort reminscent of an Alsatian Riesling.",Sally's Summit Vineyard Dry,10,87,Idaho,Idaho,,Ste. Chapelle 1997 Sally's Summit Vineyard Dry Johannisberg Riesling (Idaho),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ste-chapelle-1997-sallys-summit-vineyard-dry-riesling-johannisberg-idaho/,Johannisberg Riesling,1997,Ste. Chapelle
,Red,US,"Typical Cab Franc floral nose—maybe even lilacs. Red cherry fruit and a pretty dose of oak complete the package. Not terribly complex, but delicious and easy to drink. 7% Merlot.",Red Willow Vineyard,22,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Yakima Valley,Columbia Winery 1996 Red Willow Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Yakima Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/columbia-winery-1996-red-willow-vineyard-cabernet-franc-columbia-valley-yakima/,Cabernet Franc,1996,Columbia Winery
,White,US,"This pioneering Pinot Blanc producer continues the alternative varietal battle, but the oakier the wine gets, the less difference there is between it and Chardonnay. Pineapple and pear; smoky oak and vanilla. Almost impossible to blind-taste it correctly. Still, not bad for the price.",Limited Bottling Fifth Generat,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1997 Limited Bottling Fifth Generat Pinot Blanc (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1997-limited-bottling-fifth-generat-pinot-blanc-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Mirassou
,Red,US,"Soft, earthy, black-currant aromas are tinged with smoky, toasty oak. Medium-bodied, the fruit and earth flavors are pleasing, if not terribly complex. Almost too easy to drink—the light tannins are plush and fine. Not one for the ages, but yummy now.",Meola Vineyards,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Venezia 1996 Meola Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venezia-1996-meola-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Venezia
,White,US,"Here's a bargain white wine you'll like for its moderate aromas of hay, citrus, and butter, and rich, lush flavors of grass, nut, and grapefruit and tangerine. Soft and engaging, there's a lot to like for a likeable price. Best Buy.",,8,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-1997-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Firestone
,Dessert,South Africa,"A good value in dessert wine, it shows off honey, dried apricot and orange aromas and flavors. Not terribly viscous, but it shows nice balance between sweetness and acidity. Ready to drink now. Best Buy.",Noble Late Harvest,8,87,Coastal Region,,,Fleur Du Cap 1996 Noble Late Harvest White (Coastal Region),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fleur-cap-1996-noble-late-harvest-white-coastal-region/,White Blend,1996,Fleur Du Cap
14,Red,US,"Less layered and complex than Gary Eberle's effort from the Sauret Vineyard, this offering shows plenty of jammy raspberry aromas and a fair amount of chocolaty oak. The oak becomes more apparent in the mouth and on the finish.",Steinbeck Vineyard,16,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1997 Steinbeck Vineyard Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1997-steinbeck-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Eberle
12.1,White,US,"A purely delightful wine with intense peach and apricot fruit. The finish is long and full, with enough acidity to carry 2.1% residual sugar. No oak here, thank you, just pure drinking pleasure in a Mosel-style Riesling. Best Buy.",,9,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1998 Riesling (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1998-riesling-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Riesling,1998,Paraiso Vineyards
,Red,US,"Fragrant, warm and full of cassis. A high-toned, electric Cab that won't fool anyone with subtlety. Soft curranty fruit and sweet vanilla dominate. Nicely oaked. A good wine, but not a thoroughbred. Tight and tasty with some black cherry flavors on the robust finish.",,17,87,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Staton Hills 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/staton-hills-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Staton Hills
,White,US,"A rich, textured wine with a creamy mouthfeel and great depth of fruit, leading to a long complex finish. The wine manages the neat trick of focusing on fresh Sauvignon Blanc fruit but adding a complex, slightly oaky structure.",Reserve,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Kenwood 1997 Reserve Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kenwood-1997-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Kenwood
,White,US,"A few more wines like this and Mitch Cosentino might have America drinking Gewürz. It opens to rich apricot and a medley of spices; the center is complex and dense, likely from barrel-fermentation, with the opening spicy fruit looping back on the finish.",Estate Yountville,22,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,M. Cosentino 1998 Estate Yountville Gewürztraminer (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-cosentino-1998-estate-yountville-gewurztraminer-napa-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1998,M. Cosentino
,Red,US,"This opens with bright raspberry fruit, edged with zippy spice that lingers on the palate with great depth of flavor. The wine is from 85-year-old vines in the heart of Dry Creek Valley.",Cuneo Sani Vineyard,22,87,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1995 Cuneo Sani Vineyard Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1995-cuneo-sani-vineyard-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1995,Mazzocco
14.5,Red,US,"An easy-drinking Zin that provides a good introduction to the Paul Draper style. There's a dollop of toasty oak that somehow resembles maple syrup, plenty of berry fruit, and just enough structure to prevent the whole package from being fat or heavy. Although it lacks the complexity or concentration of Ridge's single-vineyard bottlings, it's very good in its own right.",Sonoma Station,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Ridge 1997 Sonoma Station Zinfandel (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1997-sonoma-station-zinfandel-sonoma/,Zinfandel,1997,Ridge
,Red,US,"From mountain vineyards comes this intensely flavored blend, which contains small amounts of Syrah, Sangiovese, Carignane and Nebbiolo. Light, pretty aromas of wild berry, bell pepper and olive, it's soft and flavorful, with a spicy, ripe flavor. From a winery to watch. Best Buy.",Zin Man,12,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Perry Creek 1997 Zin Man Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1997-zin-man-zinfandel-sierra-foothills/,Zinfandel,1997,Perry Creek
14.3,Red,US,"A well-crafted Zin, with berry, earth and spice aromas that lead to pretty fruit flavors. Soft but firm tannins. Balanced and clean, not especially complex but textbook varietal. Contains 8% Petite Sirah.",,16,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Ferrari-Carano 1996 Zinfandel (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1996-zinfandel-sonoma/,Zinfandel,1996,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,This wine was fermented in barrel to add complexity yet it has retained a charming fruit character with traces of honeydew melon and citrus.,,10,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1997-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,White,US,"A proprietary blend of Sauvignon Blanc (60%) and Sémillon (40%). Barrel fermented, and it shows in the oaky, leesy aromas, with lemon, fig and grilled almond. A very nice wine, round and rich and spicy, and notable for its classy, velvety tannin structure.",Devin,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1997 Devin White (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1997-devin-white-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,White Blend,1997,Buttonwood Farm
,White,US,"Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast); $14. Pretty citrus and clove aromas, with a waft of vanilla and smoky oak. Grassy and strongly-flavored, but barrel fermentation adds soft, creamy notes. You'll like the rich flavors and balance of this skillfully-made wine.",,14,88,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Sanford 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1997-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Sanford
,White,US,"Partial barrel fermentation and the addition of 18 percent Sémillon give depth, complexity and an overall feeling of richness to this wine, tempering and focusing the forward citrus fruit. The finish is long and harmonious. A serious and seriously good Sauvignon Blanc. Best Buy.",,11,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-1997-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Quivira
,White,US,"Enticing aromas of peach, honey and citrus. Rich, round and full-bodied in the mouth, with plenty of fruit and spicy, oaky notes. Impressive for its balance and creamy texture, the result of sur lie aging. A fine effort.",,16,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1997 Pinot Blanc (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1997-pinot-blanc-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Pinot Blanc,1997,Byron
13.5,Red,US,"With all the heavy hitting going on in the land of Zin, you might not expect much out of a $13 bottle from a big producer. But this is Beringer. Here's a light and elegant red that spent 16 months in oak. It's a really good everyday wine; very soft and pleasant with clean, spicy fruit. Easy-going and supple. Great for light pasta dishes or grilled tuna steaks. Best Buy.",,13,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Beringer 1996 Zinfandel (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1996-zinfandel-north-coast/,Zinfandel,1996,Beringer
,Red,US,A blend of wine from young and old vines in Dry Creek. It's a delightful wine with ripe red-cherry fruit that cuddles up to your palate and is very eager to please.,,18,88,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Mazzocco 1996 Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1996-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Mazzocco
,Red,US,"There's plenty of bright raspberry fruit here, and a creamy-vanilla-oak mouthfeel that shows the care and effort put into the vinification of this wine. The finish is smooth and supple, showing off some nice cinnamon notes.",Private Reserve,25,88,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Lolonis 1996 Private Reserve Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lolonis-1996-private-reserve-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Lolonis
,Red,US,"An initially closed nose gives way to cinnamon and coffee notes. Sweet fruit, including strawberries. Good acidity, juicy and big, there are nice drying tannins on the finish. An interesting wine typical of Amador County.",Bowman Vineyard,24,88,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Folie à Deux 1997 Bowman Vineyard Zinfandel (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/folie-a-deux-1997-bowman-vineyard-zinfandel-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Folie à Deux
,White,US,"Classy aromas of citrus, butter and smoke, peaches and grilled almonds. Quite rich and extracted. A deft, elegant wine with lots of flavor and character, and clean, searing acidity. Best Buy.",,11,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1996 Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1996-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,1996,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,A refreshing wine with good acidity and bracing citrus and rhubarb fruit. The finish is fairly long and balanced.,Horse Heaven Vineyard,14,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1997 Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1997-horse-heaven-vineyard-sauvignon-blanc-columbia-valley-wa/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"A nice Merlot from a warmer region of the county, it shows plum, earth, cedar, currant and berry aromas and flavors. A little lean in the mouth, but dry and well crafted, with a nice oaky spiciness.",,18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1995 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1995-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1995,Buttonwood Farm
,White,US,"Distinct aromas of gooseberry, juniper, grass, hay and white currants. It's as bone dry and tartly crisp as you'd expect, but with elegant layers of creamy citrus fruit, smoke and spice. Manages that rarity in Sauvignon Blanc, complexity.",,18,89,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Robert Mondavi 1997 Sauvignon Blanc (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-sauvignon-blanc-napa-stags-leap-district/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Robert Mondavi
13,Red,Portugal,"DUPLICATE REVIEW. This is Baga at its fruitiest. Its tannins are there but are surrounded by bright red fruits, plenty of acidity and layers of wood. The wine is generous, rich and ready to drink.",Baga,30,89,Bairrada,,,Campolargo 2013 Baga Baga (Bairrada),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/campolargo-2013-baga-baga-bairrada/,Baga,2013,Campolargo
,White,US,"Even if you can't pronounce it, you'll love this dry Alsatian-style Gewürz from Navarro. It's rich, complex and entirely satisfying as an aperitif, with great depth of flavor and spice. Pair it with fusion food.",,14,89,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1997 Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1997-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1997,Navarro
,Red,US,"Jammy and young, with plum and blueberry aromas. Great depth of flavor, ripe and juicy. This is a welcome switch from all those tannic, dull Merlots. Soft and yummy.",,23,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 1996 Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1996-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1996,Longoria
,Red,US,"There's huge juicy fruit in this wine, ripe and balanced against firm tannins, leading to a fairly long finish.",Canoe Ridge Estate Vyd,32,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Chateau Ste. Michelle 1996 Canoe Ridge Estate Vyd Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-ste-michelle-1996-canoe-ridge-estate-vyd-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Merlot,1996,Chateau Ste. Michelle
,Red,US,"From Zin specialists who manage to find some of the oldest vines in the state, in out-of-the-way places. This is tannic right now; very jammy with lots of stuffing that needs time to settle down. Try after 2001.",Ancient Vines,18,89,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1997 Ancient Vines Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1997-ancient-vines-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Cline
,White,US,"Once again this winery scores with a flavor-packed, fun wine that could only be made in Washington. Mounds and mounds of zingy fruit distinguish this wine from other Sauvignon Blancs from around the world, which are often grassy and lean. It borders on being over-the-top, but keeps that perfect bracing acidity. All in all it is delicious and easy to drink. Best Buy.",,7,89,Washington,Washington Other,Washington,Covey Run 1997 Fumé Blanc (Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/covey-run-1997-sauvignon-blanc-fume-other/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Covey Run
,Red,US,"Zin specialist Kent Rosenblum handles Zin the way few others can. Fruity, spicy and complex, with coffee, spice and smoky vanilla notes, it exudes style and richness. Drinking well now.",Annette's Reserve Rhodes Viney,26,89,California,Mendocino County,Redwood Valley,Rosenblum 1996 Annette's Reserve Rhodes Viney Zinfandel (Redwood Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1996-annettes-reserve-rhodes-viney-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-redwood-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Rosenblum
,Red,US,For fans of cedary or eucalyptus notes. More tannic than their Zania-Hitzman bottling. Rich and silky. A different style showing the distinctions of terroir.,Mendocino Heritage Pacini Vine,28,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Hidden Cellars 1997 Mendocino Heritage Pacini Vine Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1997-mendocino-heritage-pacini-vine-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Hidden Cellars
,White,US,"One of California's best Sauvignon Blanc-Sémillon blends. Shows refined grapefruit, lemon, honey-vanilla and smoke aromas, and tiers of citrus, fig, spice and tropical fruit flavors on the palate. Creamy texture and a long, complex finish.",Sendal,20,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Simi 1996 Sendal Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/simi-1996-sendal-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-county/,Sauvignon Blanc,1996,Simi
,White,US,"Preston's proprietary Sauvignon Blanc shows why Dry Creek Valley is so hospitable to this varietal. Rich and graceful. Although it's on the grassy, herbal side, a little Sémillon adds richness and some real complexity. Defines Sauvignon style. Best Buy.",Cuvée de Fume,12,89,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1997 Cuvée de Fume Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-cuvee-fume-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Preston
13.5,Red,US,"Black currant and blackberry are plush on the palate with aromas and flavors of anise, vanilla bean and pepper. Firm tannin and long spicy finish are smooth and food friendly.",Notus,50,89,Colorado,Grand Valley,,Anemoi 2014 Notus Red (Grand Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/anemoi-2014-notus-red-grand-valley/,Red Blend,2014,Anemoi
13.8,Red,US,"A soft, smooth, silky blend of 80% Zinfandel, 15% Sangiovese and 5% Cabernet, this could have been a Zin, but instead is called the Dream of the Family. We liked the warm fruit and purple clover in the nose and were impressed by the velvety texture. Ready to drink, this is an unqualified winner with excellent depth of flavor on a relatively light frame.",Sogno della Famiglia,25,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Sausal 1996 Sogno della Famiglia Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sausal-1996-sogno-della-famiglia-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Sausal
,White,US,"The funky labeling on this totally delicious American Riesling talks about missing links and magical connections to the Mosel. What's in the bottle is an alive, vivacious, slatey wine that just barely conjures memories of German Riesling. Fantastic fruit and wonderful served cool, this is a superb wine from front to back. Best Buy.",Dry Pacific Rim,9,90,California,California-Washington,,Bonny Doon 1997 Dry Pacific Rim Riesling (California-Washington),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-1997-dry-pacific-rim-riesling-washington/,Riesling,1997,Bonny Doon
,White,US,"This is pretty much state-of-the-art for California Sauvignon Blanc. It has full-blown herbal fruit combined with a creamy center (from fermentation in used barrels) and a layered, complex finish.",Ventana Vineyards Musque,20,90,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Cain 1997 Ventana Vineyards Musque Sauvignon Blanc (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-1997-ventana-musque-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-monterey/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Cain
,Red,US,"These 80-year-old vines have long produced classic Zinfandel bursting with full-bodied fruit and a long, spicy finish that's lightly sprinkled with black pepper. Winemaker Phyllis Zouzounis has captured the essence of Zinfandel here.",,22,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Mazzocco 1995 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mazzocco-1995-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1995,Mazzocco
,White,US,"Unusually good for a California version of this Alsatian-style white wine, fermented bone dry. Aromatic notes of citrus, lychee and wildflowers, and lots of exotic spices. In the mouth, it's rich and somewhat full-bodied, almost viscous, with intense fruit extract and crisp acidity. It's fun to drink. A wine of terroir.",,12,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Bedford Thompson 1997 Gewürztraminer (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bedford-thompson-1997-gewurztraminer-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Gewürztraminer,1997,Bedford Thompson
,Red,US,"Winemaker Dennis Patton's penchant for single-vineyard reds is kept going with this elegant, rich and delicious wine. Notable for its balance despite the huge flavors. The tannins are soft enough to drink tonight.",Medocino Heritage Zania-Hitzma,28,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Hidden Cellars 1997 Medocino Heritage Zania-Hitzma Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1997-medocino-heritage-zania-hitzma-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Hidden Cellars
,Red,US,"Yet another single-vineyard Zin from Patton, showing intense fruit and soft tannins that make it instantly appealing.",Mendocino Heritage Eaglepoint,28,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Hidden Cellars 1996 Mendocino Heritage Eaglepoint Zinfandel (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hidden-cellars-1996-mendocino-heritage-eaglepoint-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Hidden Cellars
,White,US,"Here's a graceful, complex Sauvignon Blanc that can accompany the fanciest food. Citrus, smoke, butter, fig, grass, the works. Real complexity for a Sauvignon Blanc, fruity and earthy, with real depth. Each sip brings something new. Contains 12% Sémillon.",Limited Selection,18,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 1997 Limited Selection Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1997-limited-selection-sauvignon-blanc-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1997,Gainey
,Red,US,"More open and accessible than the Ancient Vines, and showing the importance of terroir. Ripe, briary and peppery, it captures Zin's character in an earthy, likeable way.",Big Break,25,90,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Cline 1997 Big Break Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1997-big-break-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Cline
,Red,US,"Quite high-toned raspberry fruit, with enough volatile acidity to give the nose a lift without being considered a flaw. Explosive fruit, with spice shadings. The finish could be longer, but we're quibbling here. A good value, too.",Continente Vineyard,19,90,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Rosenblum 1997 Continente Vineyard Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-continente-vineyard-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Rosenblum
,Red,US,"Utterly fabulous Zinfandel from old vines and old clones (hence, OVOC). It has that zest and delightful fruit that makes one sit up and ask for another glass. Pure and yummy.",OVOC,16,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Alderbrook 1997 OVOC Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/alderbrook-1997-ovoc-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1997,Alderbrook
,White,US,"Intense coconut and lime aromas jump from the glass. Smoke, too. Full-bodied, with lots of melon and fig flavors. There's lots going on here, all wrapped up in creamy, smoky, coconutty French oak. Give it a few months to integrate and then sit back and enjoy one of the most unique U.S. renditions of Sauvignon Blanc.",To-Kalon Vineyard I Block,50,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 To-Kalon Vineyard I Block Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-to-kalon-vineyard-i-block-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Rich and deep, with layers of fruit and spice complexity. Finishes long, unfolding all the while. There are some dusty tannins, but they're fine-grained and easy to warm up to. From vines planted in 1878.",Continente Vineyard Old Old Vi,20,91,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Rosenblum 1996 Continente Vineyard Old Old Vi Zinfandel (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1996-continente-vineyard-old-old-vi-zinfandel-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Rosenblum
15.6,Red,US,"Raspberry-blackberry jam with a kick. The high glycerine and alcohol levels in this wine, combined with the massive fruit extract, make it seem almost sweet, despite its modest 0.5% residual sugar. Drink now and over the next couple of years.",Dusi Ranch-Late Picked,22,91,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Ridge 1997 Dusi Ranch-Late Picked Zinfandel (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1997-dusi-ranch-late-picked-zinfandel-central-coast-paso-robles/,Zinfandel,1997,Ridge
,White,US,"From one of the most dependable Sauvignon Blanc producers in California, another winner. It's all there: citrus, tropical fruit, butter, vanilla, honey, lees and lots of new oak. Very rich and extracted, with tart, almost nervous acidity.",Reserve,24,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Murphy-Goode 1997 Reserve Fumé Blanc (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/murphy-goode-1997-reserve-sauvignon-blanc-fume-sonoma-county/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Murphy-Goode
,Red,US,"A high-quality Zinfandel from an area more often associated with Pinot Noir, but with old vines that produce some of the state's best Zins. Lots of blueberry, cherry and plum stuffed into this beauty. Superb structure, almost Cabernet-like in intensity. But, oh, the price!",Old Vine,35,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Fanucchi 1996 Old Vine Zinfandel (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fanucchi-1996-old-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Zinfandel,1996,Fanucchi
,Red,US,"Lovely wine that is true to the spirit of old-vine Zinfandel yet remains elegant and sleek as a 1999 Jaguar. There's Carignane and Petite Sirah in the blend, adding to the complexity and depth. Limited production, so shop early and often.",Dry Creek Valley,22,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 1997 Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1997-dry-creek-valley-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Lambert Bridge
,Red,US,"Zinfandel from Carneros? True, and only Truchard makes a Zin entirely from Carneros grapes. And it's a good thing they do, because it is utterly delicious with a rush of black cherry, plum and raspberry fruit, nicely rounded by mint and black pepper. An outstanding Zinfandel.",,20,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1997 Zinfandel (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1997-zinfandel-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Zinfandel,1997,Truchard
,Red,US,From an underrated North Coast winery making some of the best Zins in the state. You'll go wild over the bold complexity of this beauty. Packs twice the power of most Zins and gets away with it. This is a wine to show a visitor from foreign shores what California Zin is all about.,Zeni Vineyard,25,92,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,Edmeades 1996 Zeni Vineyard Zinfandel (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmeades-1996-zeni-vineyard-zinfandel-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Zinfandel,1996,Edmeades
,White,US,"At 21.5% residual sugar, this is as rich and luscious as it gets. There's tremendous fruit concentration and layers of flavor that just keep coming. When a wine like this is on offer, just drink your dessert.",Late Harvest,45,92,California,Mendocino County,Anderson Valley,Navarro 1997 Late Harvest Gewürztraminer (Anderson Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/navarro-1997-late-harvest-gewurztraminer-mendocino-lake-counties-anderson-valley/,Gewürztraminer,1997,Navarro
,Red,US,"From a great vintage and a great vineyard. Powerful aromas of raspberry, blackberry, tobacco, mint, bark, smoke, spice. Tastes as good as it sounds. Dry, racy, clean, beautiful tannin structure. A terrific wine.",Grand Reserve Monte Rosso Vine,20,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Villa Mt. Eden 1995 Grand Reserve Monte Rosso Vine Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-mt-eden-1995-grand-reserve-monte-rosso-vine-zinfandel-sonoma-valley/,Zinfandel,1995,Villa Mt. Eden
14.9,Red,US,"Paul Draper continues to label this bottling without a varietal designation—as he has since 1993—despite this vintage's 80% Zinfandel. A dark, briary wine, this has plenty of everything you want in a Zin: berry fruit, mild acidity and a decent lashing of oak. Purely delicious, and Ridge's best Lytton Springs of the past five years.",Lytton Springs,28,93,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Ridge 1997 Lytton Springs Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ridge-1997-lytton-springs-zinfandel-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Zinfandel,1997,Ridge
14.3,Red,US,"This hand-punched Zin is a real treat. Packed with lush brambly flavor, it's a wine to enjoy now. Aging in some American oak barrels has imparted an obvious sweet vanilla note, one that works well with the hefty body of the wine. With 14% Petite Sirah, this is a classy but rustic wine; unfined and unfiltered.",,24,93,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Keegan 1996 Zinfandel (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/keegan-1996-zinfandel-sonoma-county/,Zinfandel,1996,Keegan
,Red,US,"Here's a stunning Merlot, not from the North Coast but a warmish region of Santa Barbara. Shows currant and dark-chocolate aromas with soy, anise and leather. Drinks soft and rich, really high quality, such depth and intensity. A great Merlot, but only 170 cases to go around.",Limited Selection,25,95,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Gainey 1996 Limited Selection Merlot (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gainey-1996-limited-selection-merlot-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Merlot,1996,Gainey
12.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Redland,40,80,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Yamhill County,Sokol Blosser 1997 Redland Pinot Noir (Yamhill County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1997-redland-pinot-noir-willamette-valley-yamhill-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Sokol Blosser
14.1,Red,US,"A rich, low-acid mouthfeel is accompanied by bland, unfocused flavors. Hard to believe claims that Primitivo and Zinfandel are identical based on this wine.",,18,80,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Sobon Estate 1997 Primitivo (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sobon-estate-1997-zinfandel-primitivo-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Primitivo,1997,Sobon Estate
,White,US,"Musky and melony, it's not what you'd call varietally correct. In fact, it's almost Gewürz-like - if somewhat light and lacking intensity. An odd style, possibly stretched to the max with grapes other than Chardonnay.",Special Selection,7,80,California,California Other,California,Stone Creek 1998 Special Selection Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/stone-creek-1998-special-selection-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Stone Creek
14.1,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,20,81,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Bouchaine 1996 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bouchaine-1996-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Bouchaine
,Red,Australia,"Stewed vegetables and sweaty leather make for an unappetizing initial impression. But on the palate there's plenty of weight and richness; if anything it's a trifle heavy and low in acidity. Odd, but may have its fans.",,16,81,South Australia,Eden Valley,,Mountadam 1996 Pinot Noir (Eden Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mountadam-1996-pinot-noir-eden-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Mountadam
14.6,Red,US,"A perfumed nose of red fruits is pretty enough, but on the palate it turns bland and somewhat clunky. Awfully low acidity for Barbera.",,15,81,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Shenandoah 1997 Barbera (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-1997-barbera-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Barbera,1997,Shenandoah
13.7,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Jardini Vyd.,22,81,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Cloninger 1997 Jardini Vyd. Pinot Noir (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cloninger-1997-jardini-vyd-pinot-noir-central-coast-monterey-county/,Pinot Noir,1997,Cloninger
12.5,White,France,"Honeyed aromas are accompanied by an odd chemical note. Full, even fat in the mouth, with little balancing acidity. Finishes short and peppery.",,10,81,Languedoc-Roussillon,Vin de Pays d'Oc,,Rivefort de France 1997 Viognier (Vin de Pays d'Oc),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rivefort-france-1997-viognier-vin-pays-doc/,Viognier,1997,Rivefort de France
13.9,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Garnet,15,81,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Saintsbury 1998 Garnet Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/saintsbury-1998-garnet-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1998,Saintsbury
13.5,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Grand Reserve/CA,26,81,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Millbrook 1996 Grand Reserve/CA Pinot Noir (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/millbrook-1996-grand-reserve-ca-pinot-noir-central-coast/,Pinot Noir,1996,Millbrook
,White,US,"Pale color, even for a mass-produced Chard. Shows light pear and green-apple aromas with some obvious oak shadings. Medium-weight, it lacks flavor intensity and finishes short. Innocuous, and quite possibly overcropped.",,6,81,California,California Other,California,ForestVille 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/forestville-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,ForestVille
12.8,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,,16,82,New York,Finger Lakes,Finger Lakes,Standing Stone 1998 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/standing-stone-1998-pinot-noir-finger-lakes/,Pinot Noir,1998,Standing Stone
14.1,Red,US,Review unavailable at this time,Chalone,36,82,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Tarius 1997 Chalone Pinot Noir (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarius-1997-chalone-pinot-noir-central-coast-chalone/,Pinot Noir,1997,Tarius
13.3,White,US,"Extremely ripe pear and toasty oak aromas display plenty of intensity. Thick and heavy, with lots of spicy, vanilla oak, it seems overwooded and lacking in delicacy.",Barrel Select,19,84,Virginia,Virginia,,Prince Michel de Virginia 1997 Barrel Select Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/prince-michel-virginia-1997-barrel-select-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,1997,Prince Michel de Virginia
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,,83,,Venezia Giulia,,Castelcosa 1997 Pinot Grigio (Venezia Giulia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castelcosa-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-venezia-giulia/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Castelcosa
12,White,US,"Light varietal aromas of roses and lychee are unfortunately unmatched on the palate, which is lean, acidic and unforgiving. Nevertheless, there are some pleasant spice notes on the finish.",Dry,18,81,Virginia,Virginia,,Oasis 1998 Dry Gewürztraminer (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oasis-1998-dry-gewurztraminer-virginia/,Gewürztraminer,1998,Oasis
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,10,81,,Collio,,La Rocca 1998 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/la-rocca-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1998,La Rocca
,White,US,"Buttered popcorn and toasted nuts dominate the nose of this wine, but there's plenty of ripe, pear-tinged fruit to bolster those scents and provide depth. Rich, full-bodied and viscous in the mouth, yet it doesn't feel heavy, as well-balanced acidity provides backbone and extends the long, spicy finish.",Ciardella Vineyard,29,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thunder Mountain 1997 Ciardella Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1997-ciardella-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Thunder Mountain
,Red,US,"A balanced, harmonious blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. The wine offers a silky mouthfeel combined with focused, delicious fruit and a medium finish.",Cuvée,24,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Cain 1996 Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cain-1996-cuvee-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Cain
14,Red,US,"Just released at five and a half years. Refined aromas of black currant, with classy oak notes. Fruity and simple, with pretty currant flavors and zesty acidity. An “A” for effort, but for early consumption.",Estate Bottled,25,85,California,Central Coast,Carmel Valley,Durney 1993 Estate Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (Carmel Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/durney-1993-estate-bottled-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-carmel-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1993,Durney
,Red,US,"Almost black in color, with amazing aromas of pepper, plum, blackberry, earth, dark chocolate and oak. So much depth and complexity, it wows you. Very tannic now, but with all this going for it, it should be spectacular in a few years.",Fenaughty Vineyard,30,93,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado County,Edmunds St John 1997 Fenaughty Vineyard Syrah (El Dorado County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-1997-fenaughty-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-el-dorado-county/,Syrah,1997,Edmunds St John
,Red,US,"Classic Rhône aromas of pepper, leather, smoke, animal, spice, vanilla and berry. Ripe and complex, and not as tannic as the Fenaughty Syrah, but very sweet and extracted fruit. You could drink it now but it should improve.",Durell Vineyard,25,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Edmunds St John 1996 Durell Vineyard Syrah (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-1996-durell-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-valley/,Syrah,1996,Edmunds St John
,White,US,"Another lovely Viognier from McDowell Valley. Honeysuckle, apricot, butter, wildflower and citrus aromas. A nice wine, with big, fruity flavors and steely acidity that keeps it harmonious. Dry and elegant.",,16,90,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 1997 Viognier (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-1997-viognier-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Viognier,1997,McDowell
13,Red,US,"Rather intense and full-bodied, this Pinot has the potential to warm the stomach. Pretty solid stuff from this Napa-based winemaker. Nice raspberry fruit runs the show, with some good high-toned notes on the finish. Plenty of acidity spreads the flavor. No complaints.",,27,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Kent Rasmussen 1996 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kent-rasmussen-1996-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Kent Rasmussen
,White,US,"From two famed vineyards, one in the Edna Valley of San Luis Obispo County (Alban), the latter from Sonoma Valley. Complex aromas and flavors of citrus, wildflower, mineral and spice. Very ripe, almost sweet on the palate. Try with Southeast Asian food.",Alban-Durell Vineyards,20,87,California,California Other,California,Edmunds St John 1997 Alban-Durell Vineyards Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-1997-alban-durell-viognier-other/,Viognier,1997,Edmunds St John
,Red,US,"This is simply a delicious wine; friendly and open with no pretense. There are light blackberry and plum notes on the nose, with slightly deeper but fairly simple fruit on the palate. A practically perfect pizza wine.",Estate Grown,18,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1997 Estate Grown Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-estate-grown-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1997,Preston
,White,US,"Heavy, ponderous and simply too oaky. Tons of creamy coconut and vanilla cover up the fruit. Too much seems to get lost on the heavy palate. Texture and mouthfeel come at the expense of balance and integrated flavor. Seems to be aiming for a predictable heavily oaked style.",Regusci Vineyard,20,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Venezia 1996 Regusci Vineyard Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/venezia-1996-regusci-vineyard-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Venezia
,White,US,"Very bright, pure fruit; lemony and citrusy, with a nutty, figgy note from a small amount of Sémillon. Creamy, rich, almost opulent flavors cascade over the palate. The finish is long and distinctly lemony. Best Buy.",,14,90,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Lambert Bridge 1998 Sauvignon Blanc (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lambert-bridge-1998-sauvignon-blanc-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1998,Lambert Bridge
12.5,Red,US,"Cherry and vanilla aromas and flavors. An earthy note adds a slight touch of complexity. Berry and herb notes enter on the palate. Simple and correct, if not exciting.",,16,84,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Quatro 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quatro-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Quatro
13.5,Red,US,"A medium-weight Merlot with an intriguing nose showing red berry, cinnamon, and earthy aromas. Flavors turn more to the sour red cherry and cranberry range. Not dense, but has good structure. Brisk tannins and a bit tart on the finish.",,20,85,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Dry Creek Vineyard 1997 Merlot (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dry-creek-vineyard-1997-merlot-sonoma-county/,Merlot,1997,Dry Creek Vineyard
13.6,Red,US,,Vintner's Reserve,21,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Vintner's Reserve Merlot (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-vintners-reserve-merlot-other/,Merlot,1997,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,Italy,"Exhibiting a classic dark-berry nose and a reserved manner, this Tuscan Cabernet nods more to the Médoc than California in style. Correct and aiming for a lean and elegant style rather than fullness, it should develop furher with two to five years of aging. Best from 2002 to 2010.",Mormoreto,45,87,Tuscany,Toscana,,Frescobaldi 1995 Mormoreto Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1995-mormoreto-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Frescobaldi
,Red,Italy,"Clear notes of sweet cherry and vanilla on the nose make the invitation. Very clean and dominated by red fruits. Enough body to stand up to spicy fare. Fresh, alive and a good indicator of overall vintage quality.",,14,87,,Collio,,Marega 1997 Merlot (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marega-1997-merlot-collio/,Merlot,1997,Marega
,Red,Italy,"A classically made, typically austere Chianti, with a spicy, light tobacco nose and ruby color. Medium-bodied with classic Sangiovese flavors. From the great 1995 vintage, a special selection of grapes from the Nipozzano estate went into this wine. A bit lean now, but should add some weight and improve with two to five years of aging. Drink from 2001 to 2008.",Montesodi,49,87,Tuscany,Chianti Rufina,,Frescobaldi 1995 Montesodi  (Chianti Rufina),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frescobaldi-1995-montesodi-sangiovese-chianti-rufina/,Sangiovese,1995,Frescobaldi
,Red,Italy,"Boscarelli shows how the winemaker can make so much difference when the vintage gives less to work with. An inviting nose of light leather, tobacco and spices announces a medium-textured, mild, cherry flavored wine. A little tight now, will flesh out and show more richness in two years.",,18,87,Tuscany,Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,,Boscarelli 1994  Vino Nobile di Montepulciano,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/boscarelli-1994-sangiovese-vino-nobile-montepulciano/,Sangiovese,1994,Boscarelli
,Red,Italy,"Light-colored wine, which belies big tannins and ripe, powerful fruit. Considerable palate weight, mixing tannins and dark fruit flavors into a brooding, long-lasting wine. Very dry finish.",Inferno,16,88,Lombardy,Valtellina Superiore,,Nino Negri 1995 Inferno  (Valtellina Superiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/nino-negri-1995-inferno-nebbiolo-valtellina-superiore/,Nebbiolo,1995,Nino Negri
,Red,Italy,"Medium ruby with a leathery, tarry nose. Spicy cherry flavors with crisp acidity and plenty of tannins. Not for now, but very good potential for aging. Your patience will be rewarded if you can wait until 2003 or 2005.",,35,88,Piedmont,Barbaresco,,Michele Chiarlo 1995  Barbaresco,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1995-nebbiolo-barbaresco/,Nebbiolo,1995,Michele Chiarlo
,Red,Italy,"Respected producer, great vintage, very good Chianti. Deep ruby in color with a spicy cherry nose, it is medium to full in the mouth with excellent underlying fruit and moderate acidity. Some tannins to resolve on the finish. Patience will be rewarded after 2002.",,15,88,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Volpaia 1995  Chianti Classico,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/volpaia-1995-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Volpaia
,Red,Italy,"This is a real mouthful. Nose is very leathery and herbal. Clearly a high-extract wine with high tannins and a velvety core. The long, complex finish bodes well for the future. A Barolo lover's wine.",Riserva,27,88,Tuscany,Val di Cornia Suvereto,,Gualdo del Re 1994 Riserva Sangiovese (Val di Cornia Suvereto),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gualdo-re-1994-riserva-sangiovese-val-cornia-suvereto/,Sangiovese,1994,Gualdo del Re
,Red,Italy,"Dark in color, this Brunello has a rich brawny nose, good fruit and acidity. Evolving, it needs another three to four years to shed its still considerable tannins. Should drink well after 2003 and for a decade beyond.",,45,88,Tuscany,Brunello di Montalcino,,La Gerla 1993  Brunello di Montalcino,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gerla-1993-sangiovese-brunello-montalcino/,Sangiovese,1993,La Gerla
,Red,Italy,"Deep color, full nose, a great mouthful of classic Chianti flavors, especially dark cherry and licorice. Lots of texture and an excellent finish—there are many Chianti Riservas that do not have this much substance. Drinkable now with hearty food, yet lots of room to improve over the next four years. Good until 2008.",Berardenga,18,90,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Felsina 1996 Berardenga  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsina-1996-berardenga-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1996,Felsina
12.5,Red,Italy,"Opaque, a pungent nose, dark and heavily concentrated. Red licorice, bright plummy fruit and a little bit of chalkiness on the palate. A solid, intense wine; a nice blend of 80 percent Merlot, 15 percent Cabernet and 5 percent Gamay. Entirely recommendable.",Holbar Rosso,25,90,,Friuli,,Marega 1993 Holbar Rosso Red (Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/marega-1993-holbar-rosso-red-friuli/,Red Blend,1993,Marega
,Red,Italy,"Like many '93 Barolos, an early maturing wine that's perfect to drink now.  Complex, showing raisiny fruit, mint and Asian spices. In between light- and medium-bodied. A wine to drink while waiting for the bigger wines from the late '80s to mature.",,29,90,Piedmont,Barolo,,Borgogno 1993  Barolo,https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/borgogno-1993-nebbiolo-barolo/,Nebbiolo,1993,Borgogno
,Red,Italy,"This very talented Piedmontese winemaker makes wines as good or better than the attractive packages they come in. Countacc is dark ruby in color, with a full nose of dark berries, spices and tar. Medium-bodied with cherry and leather flavors, and a smooth, long finish. Will get better in two to four years.",Countacc,40,91,Piedmont,Monferrato,,Michele Chiarlo 1995 Countacc Red (Monferrato),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/michele-chiarlo-1995-countacc-red-monferrato/,Red Blend,1995,Michele Chiarlo
,Red,Italy,"A big, fruity wine in a modern style. Sensational aromas of massive raspberry, black cherries and violets, which do not quite carry through to the palate. Strong fruit, but a little simple. A solid, lengthy finish.",Sassoalloro,25,91,Tuscany,Toscana,,Biondi Santi 1995 Sassoalloro Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/biondi-santi-1995-sassoalloro-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Biondi Santi
,Red,Italy,"Opaque with a dark brooding nose. Great, if somewhat hidden, depth of fruit and excellent balance: the fruit-acid-tannin triangle is textbook perfect. Very tight now, this is a keeper for sure. Try to avoid touching it for three to five years.  Some day it will drink like a $50 bottle. Will keep till 2015.",Riserva,25,92,Tuscany,Chianti Classico,,Felsina 1995 Riserva  (Chianti Classico),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/felsina-1995-riserva-sangiovese-chianti-classico/,Sangiovese,1995,Felsina
,Red,Italy,"A wine of sensuality rather than power. Dark color with a nose combining dark cherry and lavender. Flavors take on a smoky, earthy character. Long finish. Aromatic, balanced.",Acciaiolo,33,92,Tuscany,Toscana,,Castello d'Albola 1993 Acciaiolo Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/castello-dalbola-1993-acciaiolo-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1993,Castello d'Albola
,Red,Italy,"A superrich, very complex wine with aromas of plum liqueur, bacon and mint. On the palate it has that smoky, raisiny character that is the hallmark of fine Amarone. Sustained by a solid structure, good depth and a fine finish.",Corte Brá,40,94,Veneto,Amarone della Valpolicella,,Sartori 1991 Corte Brá  (Amarone della Valpolicella),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-1991-corte-bra-italian-red-corvina-amarone-della-valpolicella/,Corvina,1991,Sartori
,Red,Italy,"A superb wine; one of the greats. Plush like your favorite pillow, but sophisticated like a fine Italian leather sofa, this is a sumptuous, flawless red wine that is shockingly good. Though still young, Ornellaia is totally approachable. A short hour or two of breathing will prepare this beauty for current consumption. A classic. Grazie!",Ornellaia,63,96,Tuscany,Bolgheri,,Lodovico Antinori 1995 Ornellaia  (Bolgheri),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lodovico-antinori-1995-ornellaia-red-bolgheri/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Lodovico Antinori
,Red,Italy,"A superb wine; one of the greats. Plush like your favorite pillow, but sophisticated like a fine Italian leather sofa, this is a sumptuous, flawless red wine that is shockingly good. Though still young, Ornellaia is totally approachable. A short hour or two of breathing will prepare this beauty for current consumption. A classic. Grazie!",,63,96,Tuscany,Toscana,,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 1995 Sangiovese (Toscana),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tenuta-dellornellaia-1995-sangiovese-toscana/,Sangiovese,1995,Tenuta dell'Ornellaia
,White,US,"Extremely dry. Strong Sauvignon Blanc character in the nose. Short on tropical fruit and pineapple and long on gooseberries. Very lean with blazing acidity. A kiss of oak. Not a sipping wine, this one calls out for food.",,13,83,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Mondavi 1997 Fumé Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1997-sauvignon-blanc-fume-napa-valley/,Fumé Blanc,1997,Robert Mondavi
,Red,US,"Offers modest aromas of pepper, oak and chocolate, with an herbal, forest-floor or mushroom note. On the palate, the fruit is ripe enough, but this isn't one of the more notable efforts from this fine winery.",,18,83,California,North Coast,Solano County,Rosenblum 1997 Syrah (Solano County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rosenblum-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-north-coast-solano-county/,Syrah,1997,Rosenblum
,White,US,"From the Sierra Foothills, it shows pretty citrus and tropical fruit aromas. Very fruity, with a strong chocolate note, which California Viognier often has.",,14,83,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1997 Viognier (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1997-viognier-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Viognier,1997,Indian Springs
,Red,US,"Starts off with leather, earth, berry and plum aromas, and is fruity and tannic in the mouth. Drinks easy enough, but fairly simple. For early consumption.",,20,84,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Karly 1996 Syrah (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karly-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Syrah,1996,Karly
,Red,US,"You can't see through this inky-black wine, which offers up peppery, berry and earth aromas. The fruit is ripe and sunny, and the tannins are nice and chewy, but it doesn't come together, and seems disjointed on the palate.",St. George Vineyard,35,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,JC Cellars 1997 St. George Vineyard Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jc-cellars-1997-st-george-vineyard-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1997,JC Cellars
,Red,US,"A product of warm-weather, old-vine plants, this comes across a little too intense, a little too astringent. Sweet, pleasant fruit is a bit hard to find amid the bullet-like intensity. Time could be on its side, but for now it's a bit rough.",,24,84,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Madrigal 1996 Petite Sirah (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/madrigal-1996-petite-sirah-napa-valley/,Petite Sirah,1996,Madrigal
,Red,US,"Opens correctly with black currant and cedar aromas, but is tannic and closed on the palate, showing only hints of plum, berry and chocolate. Finishes dry and raspy. Best to cellar for a few years and see what happens.",,24,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Clos du Val 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-val-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Clos du Val
13.5,Red,US,"Medium bodied with a dark ruby color, this Merlot has a lean profile. The nose seemed a little green, perhaps   underripe fruit.  In the mouth it showed berry fruits with a slight menthol component. It finishes with moderate tannins.  Compared to the strength of other Buena Vista offerings, it makes you wonder whether Carneros and Merlot are a good marriage.",Estate,19,85,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1996 Estate Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1996-estate-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1996,Buena Vista
,White,US,"Pretty green apple, peach, wildflower and butter aromas. Very fruity and ripe, with a nice, round mouthfeel. Finishes slightly sweet. Try with Asian foods or fresh fruit. With nine percent Chardonnay and three percent Gewürztraminer.",Vintner's Reserve,16,85,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Vintner's Reserve Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-vintners-reserve-viognier-other/,Viognier,1997,Kendall-Jackson
,Red,US,"This is a zippy house specialty from Quivira, a blend of 50% Grenache, 21% Syrah, 18% Mourvèdre and 11% Zinfandel. It has a pleasing tangy opening with just a hint of jam and blackberries in the middle, and a medium finish with lingering berry and spice notes.",Cuvée,13,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Quivira 1997 Cuvée Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/quivira-1997-cuvee-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Quivira
,Red,US,"A pleasant, unassuming wine akin to Grenache, but with less zing and grip. Only 12.1 percent, it seems a little flat. An interesting nose with slightly sweaty, gamy notes. It's good enough on its own, but you can see why this is mostly a blending grape in southern France, where it comes from. Bright strawberry and watermelon flavors make it very round.",,15,85,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 1995 Cinsault (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-1995-other-red-cinsault-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Cinsault,1995,Frick
,Red,US,"Plummy, spicy, berry and earth aromas. Very fresh and with good fruit. Rather tannic now, so you might want to put it away for a year or so.",,14,85,California,Sierra Foothills,Nevada County,Indian Springs 1996 Syrah (Nevada County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/indian-springs-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sierra-foothills-nevada-county/,Syrah,1996,Indian Springs
,White,US,"Plump and packed with sweet tropical fruit, this is an almost hefty Riesling that is more medium-bodied than light. Big fruit leans toward pineapple and mangoes. Soft acidity makse it best when chilled. For fans of sweeter whites.",Johannisberg,8,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beringer 1997 Johannisberg Riesling (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beringer-1997-johannisberg-riesling-napa-valley/,Riesling,1997,Beringer
,Red,US,"Bright and full, this is loaded with high-toned red fruit. Big and oaky in the nose, there's plenty of acidity. A juicy wine with no mean tannins. Pleasing and straightforward. Piedmont comes to California.",,15,85,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Via Firenze 1995 Dolcetto (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/via-firenze-1995-italian-red-dolcetto-napa-valley/,Dolcetto,1995,Via Firenze
,Red,US,"A soft, light-bodied red from a Sonoma County Rhône specialist. Pretty aromas and polished flavors of berry, chocolate, leather and cinnamon. Might gain some complexity with aging but the fruit would just disappear. Good with salty, rich dishes like baked ham.",Vineyard Select,20,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1996 Vineyard Select Mourvèdre (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1996-vineyard-select-mourvedre-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Mourvèdre,1996,Preston
,Red,US,"Proper aromas of berry, earth, spice and plum. Rich, ripe and full-bodied, with moderate tannins. A food wine that needs flavorful dishes to show it off. Will benefit from some time in the bottle.",,17,86,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Wellington 1997 Syrah (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Syrah,1997,Wellington
,Red,US,"Made from Calistoga grapes, this is a dark, deep-violet colored wine. The compact bouquet is fresh and ripe, offering lots of plummy fruit. Juicy like the Dolcetto that follows, the tannins and creaminess combine nicely in the mouth. Coarse tannins make it Petite Sirah-like.",,14,86,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Via Firenze 1995 Charbono (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/via-firenze-1995-italian-red-charbono-napa-valley/,Charbono,1995,Via Firenze
,Red,US,"A light but pretty Châteauneuf-style wine, with 27% Mourvèdre, 24% Grenache, 21% Cinsault, 14% Carignane and 14% Syrah. Rich, juicy fruit and tea flavors ride an ultrasilky texture. Finishes soft and dry if not especially complex. Try with pâté, pizza or picnic ham.",Faux Red,11,86,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Preston 1997 Faux Red Red (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/preston-1997-faux-red-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Preston
,Red,US,"A Rhône-style blend of Grenache, Syrah, Carignane and Petite Sirah. Here's an old-fashioned field blend-style red wine offering good value. Ripe and extracted, plenty of fruit, and dry, with some complexity. Full-bodied, the tannins are soft enough to drink now.",Quest,10,86,California,California Other,California,Thomas Coyne 1996 Quest Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-1996-quest-red-other/,Red Blend,1996,Thomas Coyne
,White,US,"This Rhône-specialist scores with a lemony, spicy wine, with vanilla, fig and pineapple flavors. So rich, it's almost syrupy, but firm acids and elegant tannins make it come alive. The kind of wine everyone likes.",,16,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 1997 Marsanne (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-1997-marsanne-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Marsanne,1997,McDowell
,Red,US,"They call it Shiraz instead of Syrah, but it's California all the way, with ripe, jammy fruit flavors, and earthy, mushroomy notes. Dry, silky-smooth, spicy and saucy, with Noël Coward-like class.",,16,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1996 Shiraz (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1996-shiraz-syrah-shiraz-sonoma-county/,Shiraz,1996,Clos du Bois
,White,US,"A nice dry white wine with some complexity. Citrus, smoke and butter aromas. Dry and fruity on the palate, with crisp acidity. This varietal appears to do quite well in Santa Barbara County.",,19,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Jaffurs 1997 Roussanne (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1997-roussanne-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Roussanne,1997,Jaffurs
,White,US,"Here's a pretty white wine loaded with all sorts of peach, pear and green-apple aromas. The flavors are big and bold, too, but at 14.8 percent alcohol it's a little disjointed, and it finishes hot.",,18,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Wellington 1997 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1997-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,1997,Wellington
,Red,US,"Peppery and ripe, with berry and earth notes. Just bottled at tasting. Ripe and rich in the mouth. Tannic and young. This wine needs a few years to come around, but it should be fine in 2001 or so.",,15,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Morgan 1997 Syrah (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/morgan-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-monterey/,Syrah,1997,Morgan
,Red,US,"An improvement over the previous vintage, but also $5 more expensive. Nice notes of cola and plums on the nose. Shifts nicely from the palate to the finish. Solid, but a little tannic. Verve and lively acidity are in its favor. 2,000 cases made.",,26,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,MacRostie 1996 Merlot (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/macrostie-1996-merlot-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Merlot,1996,MacRostie
,White,US,"Spicy lemongrass and buttercup aromas precede nicely extracted fruit that's ripe and pure. Dry, but the intense fruitiness gives the impression of sweetness, while barrel fermentation adds a rich, creamy texture.",,16,87,California,California Other,California,Thomas Coyne 1997 Viognier (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-1997-viognier-other/,Viognier,1997,Thomas Coyne
14.1,Red,US,"A sound red wine from good fruit. Comes across fresh and ripe. Flavor is bold, but nose is muted and dusty. Well oaked, it's warm with vanilla nuances. American oak, maybe? Delivers a good overall package for a potentially tough wine to make on its  own. Quite dry and a bit narrow. Small production: 320 cases.",,24,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chappellet 1996 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chappellet-1996-cabernet-franc-napa-valley/,Cabernet Franc,1996,Chappellet
,White,US,"A pretty Chard, with apple, peach, pear and grapefruit aromas and similarly succulent, juicy flavors. Impeccable styling at a fair price. Not in the league of this winery's flagship Carpy Ranch bottling, but rich enough.",Napa Valley,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1997 Napa Valley Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1997-napa-valley-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Freemark Abbey
,White,US,"Another well-crafted South Coast Viognier, with citrus, buttercup, tangerine, vanilla and exotic fruit aromas and flavors. A rich, supple dinner wine with strong but restrained flavors; crisp and intriguing, with dusty, fine tannins.",,22,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Jaffurs 1997 Viognier (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1997-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Viognier,1997,Jaffurs
13.5,Red,US,Medium berry and tart cherry flavors played off against sweet oak mark this offering from Hess. Like many youthful Cabs from the Mt. Veeder area of Napa it has a lean angularity with moderately drying tannins.  It does have aging potential and should be at its best after 2001.,,27,87,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Hess Collection 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hess-collection-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-mount-veeder/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Hess Collection
,Red,US,"Explosive berry, earth, chocolate and spice, as is typical of this vineyard, which many wineries dip into. Always oversized, but good winemaking keeps it restrained and balanced. A classy dinner wine.",Eaglepoint Vineyard,25,87,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,JC Cellars 1997 Eaglepoint Vineyard Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jc-cellars-1997-eaglepoint-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1997,JC Cellars
,Red,US,"Displays characteristic chocolate, berry and earth aromas. Fairly light in color, but surprisingly rich in fruit and spice, with a slightly bitter, almond-skin finish. Drinks well now.",,16,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 1996 Mourvèdre (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-1996-mourvedre-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Mourvèdre,1996,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
13.5,White,US,"A brisk and un-sappy Chardonnay that announces its origins with a classic Carneros nose. Citrus and pineapple   aromas and flavors predominate, accompanied by a tangy acidity. Finishes with more citrusy flavors softened by a touch of butterscotch. Great for grilled seafood and chicken.",Estate,14,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1996 Estate Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1996-estate-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1996,Buena Vista
,Red,US,"Mostly Cabernet, with some Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cab Franc, the wine is sweet, spicy and oak layered. It's like a fruit pie, yet with some robust edges. Deep colored with lively fruit, it almost bursts from the glass. Chocolaty, tarry notes. Definitely the “Cal” part of any Cal-Ital notions for this new line of wines.",Nobella,18,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Via Firenze 1994 Nobella Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/via-firenze-1994-nobella-red-napa-valley/,Red Blend,1994,Via Firenze
,Red,US,"Clean and light on the palate, this is well-made Sangiovese that doesn't get aggressive at all. Good for BBQ, poultry and stir-fry. Good raspberry flavor built around a solid structure. Interesting and worth drinking this year. Refreshing for the warmer months if chilled a little.",,25,87,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Benessere 1996 Sangiovese (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benessere-1996-sangiovese-napa-valley/,Sangiovese,1996,Benessere
,White,US,"Peach, apricot, citrus and vanilla aromas make this fun to sniff. Fruity and dry, with citrus, peach and wild herbs on the palate. A pretty apéritif wine.",,20,87,California,Sierra Foothills,Amador County,Karly 1997 Marsanne (Amador County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/karly-1997-marsanne-sierra-foothills-amador-county/,Marsanne,1997,Karly
,White,US,"Has showy aromas of citrus, apricot and chocolate, and is very fruity and spicy, with exotic peach and other fruit flavors. Quite dry and refined, with a good structure. Exuberant and flashy.",Rothberg Vineyard,25,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Foxen 1997 Rothberg Vineyard Viognier (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1997-rothberg-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Viognier,1997,Foxen
,Red,US,"Very dark color. Youthful aromas of berry jam, grapes, black pepper and soy. Quite tannic and closed at this point, with high acidity. But lots going for it underneath. Try after 2002.",Steinbeck Vineyard,18,87,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1997 Steinbeck Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1997-steinbeck-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1997,Eberle
13.5,Red,US,"Medium in color and weight, this Pinot has a nose containing cherry, spice, and a tarry component. It opens into fuller black cherry and cola-like flavors, and kept evolving in the glass, getting better every few minutes. Good quality at a moderate price with some potential for near term cellaring, too.",Estate,16,87,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1996 Estate Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1996-estate-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Buena Vista
,White,US,"A wine in fine balance, it lays nicely in the glass. Sharp acidity is short-lived, giving way to the right amounts of clean California fruit and oak. An excellent workmanlike Chardonnay, with a quality that allows it to compete with some higher-priced wines.",Oakville Estate,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Franciscan 1996 Oakville Estate Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/franciscan-1996-oakville-estate-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Franciscan
,Red,US,"Typical plum, berry, earth, coffee and peppery aromas. Rich and sweet, with tons of fruit and spice, but very dry. Moderate tannins. Drinks well now, but the impeccable balance indicates it can age, if that's your thing.",,20,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cline 1997 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,1997,Cline
,Red,US,"The complete opposite of the Beatty Ranch. Soft, almost velvety tannins let the crisply etched, ripe berry fruit shine through. Charming and immediately likable, but probably not an ager.",Black Sears Vineyards,,88,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 1997 Black Sears Vineyards Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-1997-black-sears-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,1997,Howell Mountain Vineyards
,Rose,US,"One of California's best and most consistent rosés. Shows tea, lychee, violet, peach and cinnamon aromas. Dry and complex, with stone fruit, spice and herbal flavors. This is serious rosé; ty with broiled fish with salsa. Best Buy.",Grenache Rose,9,88,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 1997 Grenache Rose Grenache (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-1997-grenache-rose-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Grenache,1997,McDowell
13.5,Red,US,"This is a well built Cabernet, very opaque in color. The nose shows classic dark berry fruits, touches of tobacco,  licorice and a an undercurrent of cool menthol. In the mouth it is medium to full with a solid core of blackberry fruit  shaded by the same nuances that appeared in the nose. It finishes with fairly full but not harsh tannins, and will  definitely improve over the next few years.",,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Buena Vista
,White,US,"A light Rhône blend of Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault. Onion skin color. This is a serious rosé, with raspberry, tea and wildflower aromas and flavors. Very dry and fine, with a complex flavor profile and a rich, long finish.",Vin Gris d'Amado,9,88,California,California Other,California,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 1996 Vin Gris d'Amado White (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-1996-vin-gris-damado-white-other/,White Blend,1996,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,Red,US,"Warm with a slight herbal nose that also features some tomatoey notes, this is richer than the newly released '96. Supple and soft, the palate features some anise and white pepper. A round wine made in the house style.",,26,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 1995 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-1995-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1995,Crichton Hall
,White,US,"Lemony and smoky, with peach and pear notes. A tasteful package: fruity and dry, with the emphasis on fruity. BV shows off this exotic varietal quite well.",,17,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Beaulieu Vineyard 1997 Viognier (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1997-viognier-napa-valley/,Viognier,1997,Beaulieu Vineyard
,Red,US,"Murray shoots for the moon in this Côte-Rôtie-wannabe and just barely misses. Has plum, pepper, oak and berry notes, and is a classy, refined, very dry and complex wine. A heck of a tannic kick, but a few years on its side may tame it.","""Roasted Slope""",18,88,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,"Andrew Murray 1997 ""Roasted Slope"" Syrah (Santa Barbara County)",https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1997-roasted-slope-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Andrew Murray
,Red,US,"A Southern Rhône blend of Syrah, Grenache, Mourvèdre, Counoise and Viognier. Pale red, just a shade beyond rosé. Youthful cola and berry aromas. Surprisingly rich and concentrated, with spicy, fruity flavors, and a dry, fancy finish. A good value. Best Buy.",Cotes-du-Robles,14,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1997 Cotes-du-Robles Red (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1997-cotes-robles-red-central-coast-paso-robles/,Red Blend,1997,Eberle
,Red,US,"Black currant, chocolate and green olive aromas are enticing, and it's rich and flavorful, too. Very dry, and the tannins are complex and creamy. Lighter on the new oak than this celebrated Napa Valley pioneer's single-vineyard bottlings, but the pedigree shows.",,23,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"Another solid value from Thomas Coyne. Don't let the pale color fool you. This is a lovely, rich and complex wine that is full of chocolate, berry, rose petal, plum and tobacco. Shows off flashy berry fruit and spice in a dry, well-structured package. The tannins are silky, so drink it up.",Contra Costa County,13,88,California,Central Coast,Contra Costa County,Thomas Coyne 1996 Contra Costa County Mourvèdre (Contra Costa County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-1996-contra-costa-county-mourvedre-central-coast-contra-costa-county/,Mourvèdre,1996,Thomas Coyne
,White,US,"Lots to like in this textbook Carneros sampling, with upfront apple and peach aromas and flavors. Lively acidity makes it sing on the palate, and a kiss of oak gives it some richness.",,18,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1997 Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1997-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Schug
,Red,US,"It's all here. Berries, plums, earth and spice, with a waft of tobacco. Clean and inviting. Fruity and ripe. Has a lushness and softness that is especially appealing. A nice value. Best Buy.",,13,88,California,California Other,California,Thomas Coyne 1997 Syrah (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thomas-coyne-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-other/,Syrah,1997,Thomas Coyne
,Red,US,"Rustic and ready, this is the type of Pinot Noir the consumer deserves. Not terribly complicated and still affordable, it delivers plenty of spicy fruit with toasty, leathery notes. The flavor and finish are right on. Earthy, leafy and fairly classy. Drink now.",,24,88,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Robert Mondavi 1996 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-mondavi-1996-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Robert Mondavi
,White,US,"This is classic Viognier with a brilliant straw color and a bright nose, with traces of peaches and a hint of apricots. The forward Viognier fruit is touched by just a hint of oak, which gives the wine good body and a full mouthfeel.",Staley Vineyard,16,88,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1997 Staley Vineyard Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1997-vineyard-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,1997,Philip Staley
,Red,US,"A dry blend of Syrah, Grenache and Mourvèdre. Offers complex, intriguing notes of smoked meat, berry, leather and earth. Fruit is the game here, with tiers of it coming in waves. Nice balance of oak, acid and fruit.",Côtes de Sonoma Old Vines,18,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Wellington 1997 Côtes de Sonoma Old Vines Red (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/wellington-1997-cotes-sonoma-old-vines-red-sonoma-valley/,Red Blend,1997,Wellington
,Red,US,"Shows classic plum, earth, berry and pepper aromas. Much juicier and plumper than the Steinbeck, and also less tannic. Drinks well now but can age for a few years. Shows the terroir.",Reid Vineyard,18,88,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Eberle 1997 Reid Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/eberle-1997-reid-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-paso-robles/,Syrah,1997,Eberle
,Rose,US,"What a value! This rosé is a blend of at least six Southern Rhône grapes, including Syrah and Mourvèdre. Pretty onion-skin color. Displays lively apricot and peach aromas. Very fruity and rich, with some complexity. Dry and refreshing, a versatile wine for dinners or just sipping slightly chilled. Best Buy.",Z-Gris Rose,8,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1997 Z-Gris Rose Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1997-z-gris-rose-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Rhône-style Red Blend,1997,Zaca Mesa
13.9,Red,US,"Why don't we drink Grenache all the time? Mind you, it isn't considered a great wine, but it tastes good. There are hints of mint and black pepper with layers of black cherry/blackberry fruit that just keep on coming.",Staley Vineyard,13,89,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1996 Staley Vineyard Grenache (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1996-vineyard-grenache-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Grenache,1996,Philip Staley
,White,US,"A really perfumed aroma, with lemon, butter, spice and smoke. Rich and racy white wine, showing intense fruit that sears the palate with lively acidity. Impressive for its richness and balance. A dry and complex finish.",,18,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Benziger 1997 Viognier (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1997-viognier-sonoma-county/,Viognier,1997,Benziger
,Red,US,"More proof that the cool, foggy Carneros may be Napa/Sonoma's best source of ageworthy Syrah. Plummy and chocolaty, with earth and mushroom notes. Terrific concentration, all the ripe sweet fruits and spices come together in pinpointed focus. The dry, dusty tannins call for some age.",,30,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Truchard 1997 Syrah (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/truchard-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Syrah,1997,Truchard
,White,US,"From the Cline brothers, renowned California Rhône pioneers, this 100 percent varietal wine shows typical aromas of citrus, nail polish, clove and dried herbs. Quite rich and fruity, with grapefruit, lemon and grassy flavors. Richer and fatter than Sauvignon Blanc. You could age this beauty due to the high acidity.",,18,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cline 1998 Marsanne (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1998-marsanne-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Marsanne,1998,Cline
,Red,US,"A pretty Merlot, with cherry-chocolate and berry aromas and yummy, plump flavors. Notable for its soft but fine tannins that grip the palate and lead to a sweet, spicy finish.",,23,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Freemark Abbey
,White,US,"Bursting with spice, citrus, peach, pineapple, vanilla and clove aromas. Superrich and very dry, with pure peach extract, citrus and pear flavors. Nice structure, crisp and mouth-coating, with a long, complex finish.",,18,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cline 1998 Viognier (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1998-viognier-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Viognier,1998,Cline
,Red,US,"A dark, brooding Syrah, hiding its potential beneath layers of tannin and acidity. Deep down below, there's a rich streak of black currant, plum and sweet blackberry. Obviously needs time to soften.",,22,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 1997 Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1997-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Jaffurs
13.5,Red,US,"Aromatic Pinot made in the Burgundian style. A whiff of Bartlett pears (of all things) in the nose, backed up by kirsch. Light-bodied with alive tannins. Heavily spiced, especially with white pepper. A slightly hot quality to the wine. 700 cases made.",,26,89,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 1996 Pinot Noir (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-1996-pinot-noir-napa-valley/,Pinot Noir,1996,Crichton Hall
,Red,US,"An oakier, more intense style than the regular Syrah. Shows berry, plum, violet, earth, oak and peppery notes, but is closed and tannic in the mouth. But the richness and concentration are there. Give it three or four years, then try again.",Mendocino Estate,22,89,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino,McDowell 1997 Mendocino Estate Syrah (Mendocino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mcdowell-1997-mendocino-estate-shiraz-syrah-syrah-mendocino-lake-counties-mendocino/,Syrah,1997,McDowell
,Red,US,"California's interpretation of this Southern Rhône varietal seems to be berry, chocolate and earth, and Jaffurs gets it about right. It's got some complexity in the mouth, with a real taste of earthy mushroom that smacks of terroir. Next time you're thinking about a Merlot, try this instead.",,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 1997 Mourvèdre (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1997-mourvedre-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Mourvèdre,1997,Jaffurs
,Red,US,"Kent Rosenblum, the acclaimed Zin specialist, made this distinctive Syrah. Opens with classic aromas of pepper, plum and berry. Wonderfully rich and ripe, with tiers of berry and plum fruit, as well as vanilla and spice. Deft and balanced; quite nice.",Mesa Vineyard,20,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,JC Cellars 1997 Mesa Vineyard Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jc-cellars-1997-mesa-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,JC Cellars
,White,US,"A Northern Rhône-style white blend, with Marsanne, Viognier and Roussanne. Bursting with succulent peach, pear, honeysuckle and nutty aromas. Dry and complex, but with enormously complex fruit over a stately, steely structure.",Enigma,16,89,California,Sierra Foothills,Sierra Foothills,Domaine de la Terre Rouge 1997 Enigma White (Sierra Foothills),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-1997-enigma-white-sierra-foothills/,White Blend,1997,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,White,US,"You'll like the rich, buttery, nutty aromas of citrus and fig. Very rich, with orange, grapefruit and spice flavors. Dry and complex. A classy alternative to Chardonnay.",,18,89,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cline 1998 Roussanne (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cline-1998-roussanne-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Roussanne,1998,Cline
,White,US,"From another Sauvignon Blanc specialist. Packed with rich, sweet melon, fig and citrus fruit. Creamy and complex, almost Chardonnay-like in texture. Save for fancy food.",,15,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Robert Pepi 1996 Sauvignon Blanc (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/robert-pepi-1996-sauvignon-blanc-napa-valley/,Sauvignon Blanc,1996,Robert Pepi
14.3,Red,US,"Philip Staley, a founding partner of Alderbrook Winery, has found a hillside site above the Russian River which shows tremendous promise for Mediterranean varietals like this terrific Mourvèdre. A full-bodied wine with upfront spice and cherry fruit, just touched by chocolate and a hint of tobacco on the finish.",Staley Vineyard,15,90,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Philip Staley 1995 Staley Vineyard Mourvèdre (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/philip-staley-1995-vineyard-mourvedre-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Mourvèdre,1995,Philip Staley
,Red,US,"Young and tight, this rather intense Cabernet requires ample time to unfold, but once it does it shows plenty of oak on top of and underneath nice plum and cassis fruit. Having just been released, it's still a rustic ride where all elements are pronounced. Not a softy, it needs time to settle down.",,30,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chimney Rock 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chimney-rock-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Chimney Rock
,Red,US,"This family continues to produce such good wines at fair prices. Opens with ample aromas of plum, berry, spice, earth and leather. Great taste, with lots of ripe fruit in a dry, elegant package. What a long, rich finish. Great now, but try to hold off until some time next year.",,18,90,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Benziger 1996 Syrah (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast/,Syrah,1996,Benziger
,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Grenache, Syrah, and Cabernet Franc. Impressive for its aromas of berry, smoke and violets. Fruity and ripe, with soft but fine tannins. A lovely dry table wine of balance and taste.",Cuvée,19,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Jaffurs 1997 Cuvée Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jaffurs-1997-cuvee-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,1997,Jaffurs
,Red,US,"Bright and minty; a real cheek-grabber. Young tannins make this a heavyweight. A backbone of cherry and cedar with violet aromas. Mighty Merlot from the Truchard vineyards in Carneros, with some Yountville fruit as well. About 15 percent Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon added for power and balance.",,26,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Crichton Hall
,Red,US,"From the Peter Mondavi Family line. A lighter style, with strawberry, rhubarb, tea and smoke notes. Soft and gentle, but with a spicy complexity, and dry. Best Buy.",,16,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Charles Krug 1996 Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/charles-krug-1996-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Charles Krug
,White,US,"Another great, ageworthy Chard from this venerable Napa winery. Balanced, rich and fruity, with all the spicy, creamy complexities you'd expect from pull-out-the-stops winemaking. The ripe sweetness shines through on the palate, made complex with oak and buttery notes.",,29,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Chateau Montelena 1996 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-montelena-1996-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Chateau Montelena
14.2,Red,US,"Buena Vista's upper level Cabernet is quite opaque.  It has all the elements of the regular bottling, but jacked-up  in depth and intensity. The depth of fruit is excellent, with blackberry shadings and full tobacco overtones. It is still very young with fairly mouth-coating tannins; but with the fruit and structure to last, this should provide great drinking  from about 2002 or 2003 on.",Grand Reserve,27,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1995 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1995-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Buena Vista
,Red,US,"A deep red wine that looks and feels more like a Cabernet than typical Pinot, though it gets more Pinot-like with time in glass. Still a young wine that will benefit from bottle age, it features pungent, highly extracted fruit. Big alcohol at 14.1 percent. Sturdy and integrated; good for grilled salmon with fennel and cumin.",Beckstoffer Vineyard Reserve,42,90,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Acacia 1996 Beckstoffer Vineyard Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/acacia-1996-beckstoffer-vineyard-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Acacia
,Red,US,"Always the Châteauneuf impersonator, and usually a great wine, Randall Grahm's '95 version is dense as can be. A rich, aromatic nose leads to a spicy, raspberry-packed mouthful. Would be great to try alongside Beaucastel or Le Nerthe. This is a can't-miss red heavy on Syrah and Mourvèdre. Plenty of attitude and flavor.",Le Cigare Volant,20,90,California,California Other,California,Bonny Doon 1995 Le Cigare Volant Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bonny-doon-1995-le-cigare-volant-red-other/,Red Blend,1995,Bonny Doon
,White,US,Another delicious Roussanne from someone who specializes in it. Shows typical citrus and nail polish aromas. I love this varietal's mineral and medicinal notes. Nicely sharp against the explosive citrus and honey-peach flavors.,,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Andrew Murray 1998 Roussanne (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1998-roussanne-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Roussanne,1998,Andrew Murray
,White,US,"Opulent aromas of peach, honey, butter, toast and lees. Lush as you'd expect with this exotic varietal, with tastes ranging from citrus to mango to straw to coffee. Dry, complex and very classy.",,25,90,California,Sierra Foothills,Shenandoah Valley (CA),Domaine de la Terre Rouge 1997 Viognier (Shenandoah Valley (CA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/domaine-terre-rouge-1997-viognier-sierra-foothills-shenandoah-valley-ca/,Viognier,1997,Domaine de la Terre Rouge
,White,US,"A great value in a serious, complex white dinner wine. Shows flashy peach and mint aromas that are fragrant and inviting. Ultrarich, with intense citrus and peach fruit. Nutty and buttery. Notable for its acidity. Shows real nerve and liveliness. Best Buy.",Ibarra-Young Vineyard,14,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1997 Ibarra-Young Vineyard Marsanne (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1997-ibarra-young-vineyard-marsanne-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Marsanne,1997,Qupé
,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of black currants, bell pepper and smoky oak, then turns rich and supple in the mouth, with a long, velvety finish. A fancy Bordeaux wannabe from a consistent producer, and at a fair price. Best Buy.",,16,90,California,Napa,Napa Valley,William Hill Estate 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/william-hill-estate-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,William Hill Estate
,White,US,"This South Coast Rhône specialist strikes again. Loads of citrus and honeysuckle, and an unusual mineral or gunflint note. Rich, complex and dry, showing intense citrus and tropical fruit, with a pleasing medicinal or herbal streak that adds another dimension.",,25,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Andrew Murray 1997 Viognier (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1997-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Viognier,1997,Andrew Murray
,Red,US,"From this respected Rhône specialist, a blend of 55 percent Syrah from Sonoma Valley's Durell Vineyard and 45 percent Grenache from Ukiah Valley, in Mendocino County. Rich and marvelously complex, with plum, berry, chocolate and earth notes. Can stand short-term cellaring.",Rocks and Gravel,18,90,California,California Other,California,Edmunds St John 1997 Rocks and Gravel Red (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edmunds-st-john-1997-rocks-gravel-red-other/,Red Blend,1997,Edmunds St John
15.5,Red,US,"How different this Zin is from the Old Vine. Considerable tannins, and a hard streak that needs time to round out. On airing, the roasted coffee, berry and peppery notes emerge, but they're buried deep right now. Finishes hot due to high alcohol (15.5 percent).",Beatty Ranch,,90,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 1997 Beatty Ranch Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-1997-beatty-ranch-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,1997,Howell Mountain Vineyards
,White,US,"Shows off all the flashy fruit of the regular bottling, but offers winemaker bells and whistles like lees aging and buttery, smoky oak. Complex, lush, rich, really very fine.",Carneros Reserve,25,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Schug 1996 Carneros Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/schug-1996-carneros-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1996,Schug
,White,US,"Pale straw color. Opens with floral and citrus aromas that are very complex, suggesting apricot, honeysuckle and cinnamon. Intensely sweet (26 percent residual sugar), with searing acidity. This wine has a long history of aging to perfection, and is far too young to drink now. Try in 2007 or later.",Edelwein Gold,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1997 Edelwein Gold White (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1997-edelwein-gold-white-napa-valley/,White Blend,1997,Freemark Abbey
14.2,White,US,"Opening with a dep orangey, honeyed nose this full-bodied, full flavored Chardonnay has rich apple flavors  tinged with both citrus and tropical fruit. The oak is nicely integrated and does not overwhelm. Ends with a  butterscotchy finish of good length and  a touch of earth and mineral flavors add a nice complexity.",Grand Reserve,26,91,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1996 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1996-grand-reserve-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1996,Buena Vista
,White,US,"A pricy white wine in the Northern Rhône style. Delivers massive fruit, everything from peach to mango, with floral notes. Barrel fermentation adds size and weight. Swings for the fences and comes close to knocking it out of the park.",,30,91,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,Arrowood 1997 Viognier (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/arrowood-1997-viognier-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Viognier,1997,Arrowood
,Red,US,"Who says Northern and Southern California don't get along? This wine is made at an oceanside winery in Ventura from prime Napa fruit. Leeward's Chucks-Brigham and Gardner-make small batches of heady varietals, all with piercing, deep flavors. This Merlot is heavy on the black fruit and is built on a rack of perfect tannins. It's ready to drink now, but will soften over time.",,24,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Leeward 1996 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leeward-1996-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1996,Leeward
,White,US,"Toasty, but mostly vivid and light in the mouth. Appley fruit with more bottle-related maturity than the younger wine. Shoots for Burgundy and comes very, very close. Highly recommended.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 1996 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-1996-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Crichton Hall
,Red,US,"From uncommon Syrah country, it makes sense that this wine would thrive in the same environs as Zinfandel. Excellent structure and integration of intense fruit on top of oak. A full, big wine, but with a light enough hand that it is drinkable now. Excellent with rustic cheeses, like sharp or aged cheddar.",,24,91,California,Sonoma,Dry Creek Valley,Frick 1996 Syrah (Dry Creek Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/frick-1996-shiraz-syrah-syrah-sonoma-dry-creek-valley/,Syrah,1996,Frick
,Red,US,"An unusual blend of Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. What a lovely wine! Like perfume, with kid leather, meat, black currant and herbal notes. Immediately likable for its elegance, complexity and balance.",Alexis,35,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Swanson 1996 Alexis Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/swanson-1996-alexis-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Swanson
,White,US,"From this producer's 17-acre estate vineyard, a 100 percent barrel-fermented wine showing a sweet nose of peaches, pears and apple pie. Dry and fruity at the same time. Lush, soft and showing all the signs of long fermentation. Burgundian in style with a creamy, vanilla-tinged aftertaste. Will be released this summer. 3,000 cases made.",,22,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 1997 Chardonnay (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-1997-chardonnay-napa-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Crichton Hall
,Red,US,"Zinfandel from this rugged peak near the southern end of the Mayacamas range on Napa Valley's west side is rich, ripe and flavorful. Chateau Potelle's VGS (for “very good s#%&) bottling is consistently one of the best in the valley. The French owners strive for a claret-style Zin and succeed. Flashy and delicious.",V.G.S.,35,91,California,Napa,Mount Veeder,Château Potelle 1997 V.G.S. Zinfandel (Mount Veeder),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-potelle-1997-v-g-s-zinfandel-mount-veeder-5582/,Zinfandel,1997,Château Potelle
,White,US,"The former TV star gets Viognier exactly right. Bursting with powerful citrus, peach, lees, oak, chocolate and buttercup aromas. Pretty and rich on the palate, with complex fruit and spice. Very dry and steely, an impeccable wine. This is what Viognier should be and too often is not.",,18,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara,Fess Parker 1997 Viognier (Santa Barbara),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1997-viognier-central-coast-santa-barbara/,Viognier,1997,Fess Parker
,Red,US,"From the minty opening notes to the vivid mid-flavors right through the bright, soaring finish, this wine offers abundant fruit set against a lean, tannic structure. Drinkable now, it will improve with another five to eight years in bottle.",,40,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Altamura 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/altamura-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Altamura
,White,US,"One of the South Coast's finest wineries. Starts with green apple, peach, buttercup and spice aromas. Amazingly ripe and rich, with intensely focused fruit; almost laser-like. Great acidity. The finish lasts for a full minute. Best Buy.",Tepusquet Vineyard,16,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1997 Tepusquet Vineyard Viognier (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1997-tepusquet-vineyard-viognier-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Viognier,1997,Cambria
,Red,US,"This long-lasting wine always starts out dark and tannic in youth, with berry and spice aromas. Don't even think of opening it for at least five years, when the tannins will start melting away, revealing gorgeous berry and plum fruit, spice and dried herbs. This is serious Syrah for the cellar.",Bien Nacido Vineyard Reserve,25,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Qupé 1997 Bien Nacido Vineyard Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1997-bien-nacido-vineyard-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1997,Qupé
,White,US,"A superb wine from Bob Lindquist. The aroma flies out of the glass and assaults you with citrus, smoky oak, lychee, nail polish and clove. Serious stuff. Complex and a delight to drink, with all kinds of mingled fruit flavors and bright acidity. Lush and dry, real class.",Alban Vineyard,25,91,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Qupé 1996 Alban Vineyard Roussanne (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/qupe-1996-alban-vineyard-roussanne-central-coast-edna-valley/,Roussanne,1996,Qupé
,Red,US,"Howell Mountain produces some of the most outsized red wines in California, and this zinfully delicious example packs a lot of punch, with great depth of flavor and a long, sweet finish. Perfect with oxtail stew or braised beef ribs.",Old Vine,24,91,California,Napa,Howell Mountain,Howell Mountain Vineyards 1997 Old Vine Zinfandel (Howell Mountain),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/howell-mountain-1997-old-vine-zinfandel-napa-howell-mountain/,Zinfandel,1997,Howell Mountain Vineyards
,White,US,"A blend of Marsanne, Roussanne and Viognier. It's juicy and citrusy, with an herbal, almost medicinal quality that makes it more complex. Dry and medium-bodied, offering hints of all kinds of fruits and spices. Unusual and very good.",Melange du Rhône,15,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1997 Melange du Rhône White (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1997-melange-rhone-white-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,White Blend,1997,Fess Parker
14.1,Red,US,"Medium to dark ruby in color, this is an open, inviting wine showing substantial complexity. It has an intriguing earthy, leathery quality with cherry, spice and cola flavors. Overtones of licorice and herbs and an excellent finish close a wine of considerable finesse. Delicious now and has good aging potential.",Grand Reserve,26,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Buena Vista 1996 Grand Reserve Pinot Noir (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buena-vista-1996-grand-reserve-pinot-noir-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Pinot Noir,1996,Buena Vista
,White,US,"An elegant wine with bright citrus fruit and a long, graceful finish that blossoms with layers of flavors that echo the opening fruit.",Durell Vyd,26,92,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Steele 1997 Durell Vyd Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-durell-vyd-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Steele
,Red,US,"Winemaker Elias Fernández has created a velvety, rich super Tuscan-style wine with this blend of 80 percent Sangiovese and 20 percent Cabernet Sauvignon. The Cabernet gives depth and structure to the delicious fruit and spice of the Sangiovese. Call it a Super California wine and forget Tuscany.",Firebreak,28,92,California,Napa,Stags Leap District,Shafer 1996 Firebreak Sangiovese (Stags Leap District),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1996-firebreak-sangiovese-napa-stags-leap-district/,Sangiovese,1996,Shafer
,Red,US,"No, you read it right: $64 for this wine, to be released in July. Enormous and powerful, loaded with sweet berry fruit. Hard to describe the balance and style here; soft, complex, thoroughly enjoyable. A real achievement, but oh, that price! Only 275 cases produced.",Maridon Vineyard,64,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Kathryn Kennedy 1997 Maridon Vineyard Syrah (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kathryn-kennedy-1997-maridon-vineyard-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Syrah,1997,Kathryn Kennedy
,Red,US,"From a respected Rhône specialist comes this inky black, superconcentrated wine. No slouch, it throws off plummy, leathery, oaky and berry aromas and flavors that are intense, enormous and complex. Huge, but with wonderful balance and structure. This single-vineyard offering is a wine to watch.",Hillside Reserve,25,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Andrew Murray 1996 Hillside Reserve Syrah (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1996-hillside-reserve-shiraz-syrah-syrah-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Syrah,1996,Andrew Murray
,Red,US,"Here's a Rhône blend every bit as complex and elegant as a fine Napa Cabernet. Grenache, Syrah and Mourvèdre contribute berries, earth, violets, pepper and chocolate. Everything really comes together here. A wonderful wine.",Esperance,18,93,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Andrew Murray 1997 Esperance Red (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/andrew-murray-1997-esperance-red-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Red Blend,1997,Andrew Murray
,Red,US,"Molasses and dark spices commingle in this almost syrupy beauty. Black fruit with nice concentration provides the necessary balance. Very forward with a silky, fabulous finish. Very classy with fruit from Carneros and Yountville.",,26,93,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Crichton Hall 1995 Merlot (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/crichton-hall-1995-merlot-napa-valley/,Merlot,1995,Crichton Hall
,White,US,"Everything in this wine's presentation, from the price to the waxed seal to the frosted bottle, speaks of its aspirations. So does it succeed? In a word, yes. Aromas and flavors of green apples, tangerine, oriental spice and oak. Reeks of class and style, like a great Italian suit. Young and joltingly tight, with dusty tannins, but should mellow with time.",ATS Selection,43,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Cuvaison 1996 ATS Selection Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cuvaison-1996-ats-selection-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1996,Cuvaison
,White,US,"The 1997 Chardonnay harvest in California was both big and good, as this wine demonstrates. It's packed with superb fruit that leaps from the glass, yet has good structure and acidity to keep it honest. Just a super bottle of wine.",Red Shoulder Ranch,35,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Shafer 1997 Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shafer-1997-red-shoulder-ranch-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Shafer
,White,US,"This opens on a brilliant lemony note, then blossoms with its rich, textured, butterscotch center. As the wine opens in the glass, it takes on a richer character and depth. By the time you get to the last glass, you'll wish the bottle had been a little bigger.",Sangiacomo Vyd,24,93,California,Napa-Sonoma,Carneros,Steele 1997 Sangiacomo Vyd Chardonnay (Carneros),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-sangiacomo-vyd-chardonnay-napa-sonoma-carneros/,Chardonnay,1997,Steele
,Red,US,"Less famous than this winery's Bosché Cabernet, the Sycamore is more refined and accessible in youth than its brooding cousin. The '93, the current release (it's held back for five years), is very rich, with pinpointed focus. Extremely fine, a real knockout. Perfect now but will go on for years.",Sycamore Vineyards,35,94,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Freemark Abbey 1993 Sycamore Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/freemark-abbey-1993-sycamore-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1993,Freemark Abbey
,Red,US,"From renowned winemaker Heidi Barrett. Napa Cabs don't get much better than this. Aromas of black currant, cassis and oak; quite smoky and elegant. Huge fruit, vibrant and intense, with waves of currant and blackberry and plum. Voluptuous and soft, ultrarefined. Amazing tannins, profound and fine at once.",,60,95,California,Napa,Oakville,Oakford 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oakford-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Oakford
,Red,US,"Try to overlook the wine geek name on the label and pay attention to the wine, which is superb from the first peppery/spicy aromas to the rich, velvety texture of the long finish, where opening fruit flavors loop back to add complexity and depth.",Clone 4,100,97,California,Napa,Rutherford,Beaulieu Vineyard 1995 Clone 4 Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/beaulieu-vineyard-1995-clone-4-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-rutherford/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Beaulieu Vineyard
,White,US,"A curious Chardonnay. Has modest aromas of apple, citrus and spice, but seems disjointed in its flavors, which veer from fruity and spicy to rubbery and medicinal. Not the best effort from this kosher winery.",,13,80,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Baron Herzog
,White,US,"From Fetzer. Pretty lemon and lime aromas and flavors. Zesty and clean and uncomplicated by oak. Nothing fancy here, but you could buy a case for what some California Chards cost. Serve it to your martini-drinking boss.",,6,82,California,California Other,California,Bel Arbor 1998 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bel-arbor-1998-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1998,Bel Arbor
,Red,US,"With berry, cedar and minty aromas, here's a light, easy drinking wine. Soft and round and simple. Nothing more, nothing less.",,15,83,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Clos du Bois
,Red,US,"Not sure what ""Reserve"" is doing on this label, but what we have is a basic, fruit-forward expression of California Cabernet Sauvignon: bright and cheerful with just a hint of complexity on the finish. Once upon a time this would have been a jug wine; now it's the second label of Stag's Leap Wine Cellars.",Reserve,16,83,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1996 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1996-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Hawk Crest
,Red,US,"Some bright cassis flavor plays off dusty tannins, but the signature of this wine is a distinct fudge-flavored streak through its center. After that it falls off a bit to become a basic, perfectly drinkable Cabernet.",Grand Reserve,9,84,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Château Julien 1996 Grand Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chateau-julien-1996-grand-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-monterey/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Château Julien
,White,US,"The second label of Stag's Leap Wine Cellars, produced from Monterey and Napa grapes. Tasty with fairly ripe fruit and lively acidity. Not especially oaky or complex, but gets the job done.",Reserve Vineyard Selection,14,84,California,California Other,California,Hawk Crest 1997 Reserve Vineyard Selection Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hawk-crest-1997-reserve-vineyard-selection-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Hawk Crest
,Red,US,"Napa denizens won't lose any sleep over South Coast Cabs, which haven't managed to find the richness and complexity of their northern cousins. This one's dominated by currant, oak and berry notes, and has dry, dusty tannins. Ultimately it's rather simple.",,18,84,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Buttonwood Farm 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/buttonwood-farm-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Buttonwood Farm
,White,US,A good-value Chardonnay for everyday drinking. The wine is a blend of coastal grapes and it offers straightforward and lively fruit with a medium finish.,,10,84,California,California Other,California,Blackstone 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/blackstone-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Blackstone
,White,US,"A cheerful sort of Chardonnay with juicy fruit rounded by a touch of oak and a fairly rich, buttery background with good structure The wine was made by Tom Eddy, the Napa winemaker known for big reds. The 1997 is the first national release for Salmon Harbor.",,10,85,California,Central Coast,Central Coast,Salmon Harbor 1997 Chardonnay (Central Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/salmon-harbor-1997-chardonnay-central-coast/,Chardonnay,1997,Salmon Harbor
13.6,White,US,"This wine is from a sheltered canyon vineyard, safe from the chilly winds of northern Monterey County. Tasty tropical fruit comes shining through with a touch of peach leading to a long, happy ending.",,16,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Lucia Highlands,Paraiso Vineyards 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/paraiso-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-lucia-highlands/,Chardonnay,1997,Paraiso Vineyards
,White,US,"Ripe, with green apple, citrus and tropical fruit flavors. Dry and fruity. A little rough around the edges, with a slightly bitter finish. For everyday drinking.",Zaca Vineyards,13,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Zaca Mesa 1997 Zaca Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/zaca-mesa-1997-vineyards-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Zaca Mesa
,White,US,"An inexpensive Chard for everyday drinking. Shows pretty South Coast fruits of green apple, peach and citrus. Drinks clean and pure, with fruity acidity and little or no oak.",Santa Barbara County,10,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Mosby 1997 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mosby-1997-santa-barbara-county-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Mosby
,White,US,"Gives a real jolt of tropical fruit, even banana, in the nose. Drinks ripe and rich, with big Santa Barbara fruit. Yet it seems a little disjointed, as if the parts weren't coming together. Might be better in a year.",,20,85,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Foxen
,Red,US,"Good dark color. Has a youthful Cabernet aroma that's grapey and curranty. Some richness and concentration in the mouth, with currant, berry and anise flavors. A little rough around the edges, but a very decent price.",,13,85,California,California Other,California,Baron Herzog 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/baron-herzog-1997-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Baron Herzog
,White,US,"Pretty apple, peach and pear aromas and flavors. Crisp and spicy, but seems to lack a bit of richness, and finishes a bit short.",Sonoma County,30,86,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Matanzas Creek 1996 Sonoma County Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/matanzas-creek-1996-sonoma-county-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Matanzas Creek
13.9,White,US,"A blend from various coastal counties. Smells juicy and ripe, with tropical fruit, peach and toast. Mingles classic Chardonnay flavors of apple and peach with a nice, creamy texture. But not as full as it could be; a curious hollow thinness, and finishes short.",Grand Reserve,26,86,California,California Other,California,Kendall-Jackson 1997 Grand Reserve Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/kendall-jackson-1997-grand-reserve-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Kendall-Jackson
,White,US,"Well crafted, with tropical fruit flavors. Barrel fermentation adds leesy, creamy notes, and it's oaky and ripe. A big, bold Chard, not shy about itself, that could use a little more finesse. But the price is fair.",,12,86,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Presidio 1997 Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/presidio-1997-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Presidio
,Red,US,"A Bordeaux-style red from this chilly county that historically has not been kind to Cabernet-based wines. Strikes all the right notes, from the classy black-currant aromas to the elegant and balanced fruit flavors and expansive oak notes. But it's too light to really satisfy. A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Malbec and Petit Verdot.",Sanctuary Estate Reserve,26,86,California,Central Coast,Monterey,Jekel 1995 Sanctuary Estate Reserve Red (Monterey),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/jekel-1995-sanctuary-estate-reserve-red-central-coast-monterey/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Jekel
,White,US,"Shooting Star is an auxiliary label for Jed Steele. It's also the first step in his Chardonnay program, and it's better than many top-of-the-line Chards. This is 100% barrel-fermented in French oak. It's perfectly balanced and utterly delicious.",,14,86,California,California Other,California,Shooting Star 1997 Chardonnay (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shooting-star-1997-chardonnay-other/,Chardonnay,1997,Shooting Star
13.9,Red,US,"Vanilla, cream and cassis play a harmony in this single-vineyard offering from the reliable Benziger family. Medium-bodied, there are moderate tannins that should subside in a year or two, making it even better. Still, it's good now with rare beef.",Rancho Salinas Vyd,30,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Benziger 1996 Rancho Salinas Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1996-rancho-salinas-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Benziger
,White,US,"What a pretty wine, and such a nice price. Peach, green apple, citrus and smoke dominate the nose, while the flavors are fruity and spicy. Clean and well made, it's a good everyday Chard. Best Buy.",Santa Ynez Valley,12,87,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Firestone 1997 Santa Ynez Valley Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/firestone-1997-santa-ynez-valley-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Firestone
,White,US,"A nice, easy-drinking Chardonnay. You'll like the fresh apple and peach fruit with a touch of spicy oak. Drinks clean, dry and with some richness and complexity. The price isn't bad, either. Best Buy.",Sonoma Valley,14,87,California,Sonoma,Sonoma Valley,Geyser Peak 1997 Sonoma Valley Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/geyser-peak-1997-sonoma-valley-chardonnay-sonoma-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Geyser Peak
,White,US,"This stylish, racy Central Coast Chard has ultraripe tropical fruit, peaches and cream, and buttered-toast notes. High acidity makes it sing on the palate. A tad rough on the finish, but it's rich enough.",Harvest Reserve,16,87,California,Central Coast,Monterey County,Mirassou 1996 Harvest Reserve Chardonnay (Monterey County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/mirassou-1996-harvest-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-monterey-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Mirassou
13.8,Red,US,"Contains Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino grapes. Not bad for a multicounty blend. Classic aromas of black currants and smoky oak. Ripe and fruity and elegant. Dusty tannins indicate some aging potential. Contains small amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc.",Dynamite,20,88,California,North Coast,North Coast,Carmenet 1997 Dynamite Cabernet Sauvignon (North Coast),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1997-dynamite-cabernet-sauvignon-north-coast/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1997,Carmenet
,Red,US,"Black-currant, dark-chocolate and blackberry aromas are pretty enough, and so are the lively flavors. Surprisingly rich and delicate for this price, with a penetrating sweet finish. Has the structure of more expensive Cabs, although not the complexity or stuffing.",,12,88,California,Sierra Foothills,El Dorado,Perry Creek 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/perry-creek-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-sierra-foothills-el-dorado/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Perry Creek
,Red,US,"51% Cabernet Sauvignon and 49% Merlot, a young powerhouse of a wine with tiers of plum, currant and cherry. Notable for its soft tannins, but needs a few years for the flavors to knit together. Great price from a respected Washington producer. Best Buy.",,9,88,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1997-bordeaux-style-red-blend-cabernet-sauvignon-merlot-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot,1997,Hogue
13.5,Red,US,"This is one of those quiet wines that blossoms with the second glass; it's balanced and harmonious with pleasing cherry/blackberry fruit, integrated oak and a medium finish. And, given the price of Napa Cabernet, a bargain to boot.",,18,88,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Van Asperen 1995 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/van-asperen-1995-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Van Asperen
13.9,Red,US,"Rather light in color, there's a floral, perfumey nose. Light on its feet for an Alexander Valley red, with raspberry fruit and subtle oaking. Deepens slightly with aeration. Tasty and elegant, but lacks the richness and concentration expected from a reserve wine.",Winemaker's Reserve,50,88,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Clos du Bois 1995 Winemaker's Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/clos-bois-1995-winemakers-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Clos du Bois
,White,US,"Another bold, ripe South Coast Chard, with fragrant green apple, citrus, peach and pineapple aromas and flavors. Covers the palate in sweet fruit and spice like a blanket, and is steely and bold. A sure crowd-pleaser.",Santa Barbara County,18,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Sanford 1997 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sanford-1997-santa-barbara-county-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Sanford
13.2,Red,US,"Mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, with Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Despite being held back three and a half years to let the considerable tannins mellow, it's still fairly tannic and austere, with dark chocolate and cassis, highly polished fruit, and lots of oak. Sharp and edgy; needs time, but could age well.",Moon Mountain Estate Reserve,40,89,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Carmenet 1995 Moon Mountain Estate Reserve Red (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/carmenet-1995-moon-mountain-estate-reserve-red-sonoma/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1995,Carmenet
,White,US,"Dominated by toasty oak aromas, rich with vanilla and char; also green apple, peach and tropical fruit. Here's Santa Barbara Chard at its spicy, extracted best. Oaky and citrusy, with high acidity. Bold and flashy.",Santa Barbara County,15,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1997 Santa Barbara County Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1997-santa-barbara-county-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Fess Parker
,White,US,"Nothing shy about this one. Opens with a blast of tropical fruit, oak and lees, and doesn't leave anything to be desired on the palate, either. Blockbuster flavors, superrich and ripe, oaky and intense. If you like monster Chards, this is for you.",Santa Rita Cuvée,25,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Longoria 1997 Santa Rita Cuvée Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/longoria-1997-santa-rita-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Longoria
,White,US,"There's a lot to like in this complex, oaky wine. You know from the aromas of peach, citrus, tropical fruit, spice and roasted coffee that it's complex, and it's intense and boldly crafted, with zesty acidity.",,15,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Rancho Sisquoc 1996 Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/rancho-sisquoc-1996-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Rancho Sisquoc
,White,US,"Here's a big, bold, ripe and rich Chardonnay full of oaky-leesy notes. Huge fruit, oaky and intensely spicy, yet with the refreshing acidity to remain balanced. A kick-ass, full-blown Chard.",Tinaquiac Vineyard,30,89,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Foxen 1996 Tinaquiac Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/foxen-1996-tinaquiac-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Foxen
,Red,US,"This wine opens to a burst of bright fruit dominated by plum and black cherry, continuing with a minty-black-olive set of flavors and a medium-weight finish.",Columbia Valley Barrel Select,15,89,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Hogue 1996 Columbia Valley Barrel Select Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/hogue-1996-columbia-valley-barrel-select-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Hogue
,White,US,"An immature Chard that shows great promise. Here's tight, nervous fruit, and steely, crisp acidity, wrapped in an oaky package. The pedigree shows in the polish and earthy complexity. Best to age for a year or so.",Santa Cruz Mountains,20,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Byington 1997 Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byington-1997-santa-cruz-mountains-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Byington
,White,US,"An oakier version of the regular bottling, hence richer, spicier and fuller. This wine has weight and style, from the spicy fruit to the classy oak and smoke elements. Young and tight, it can be cellared for a few years.",Reserve,24,90,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1996 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1996-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Byron
,Red,US,"Rich and concentrated, with black olives and blackberry fruit; the mouthfeel is ripe and lush, leading to a long, layered finish. A very good wine made even more attractive by the price. Best Buy.",Sonoma County,11,90,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Gallo of Sonoma 1995 Sonoma County Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/gallo-sonoma-1995-county-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Gallo of Sonoma
,White,US,This opens with inviting toasty fruit backed by good acidity and a slightly hard yet attractive structure. The wine should improve with another two to three years in bottle as the wood tannins soften.,Dupratt Vineyard,27,91,California,Mendocino County,Mendocino County,Steele 1997 Dupratt Vineyard Chardonnay (Mendocino County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-dupratt-vineyard-chardonnay-mendocino-lake-counties-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Steele
,White,US,"Oakier and leesier than this winery's regular Chard, this shows powerful citrus and smoky oak aromas and flavors. Rich and complex, with a creamy, buttery mouthfeel. Fruit and herbs keep on coming, leading to a long, complex finish.",American Tradition Reserve,22,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Fess Parker 1996 American Tradition Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/fess-parker-1996-american-tradition-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1996,Fess Parker
,Red,US,"This is the first release of Napanook, the second wine from Dominus. It has lovely, approachable fruit in the red-cherry, red-plum spectrum; the finish is medium length and silky. It's tasting very good now, and should improve in bottle over the next three to five years. The blend is 74% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc and 13% Petit Verdot.",Napanook,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Dominus 1996 Napanook Red (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/dominus-1996-napanook-red-napa-valley/,Bordeaux-style Red Blend,1996,Dominus
,White,US,"Another blockbuster from this Santa Barbara County winery. Rich, fruity and complex, with all the bells and whistles you could ask for. Shows why Santa Barbara has emerged as perhaps the leading Chardonnay region in California.",Katherine's Vineyard,20,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1997 Katherine's Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1997-katherines-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Cambria
13.9,Red,US,"A firm, deep, very solid Sonoma Cabernet. Distinctive for its depth of flavor, which can be found underneath a coating of moderate tannins. Below the surface you will find big, heavy fruit in the cassis/raspberry range and obvious mint overtones. Fine length on the finish.",Blue Rock Vyd,30,91,California,Sonoma,Sonoma,Benziger 1996 Blue Rock Vyd Cabernet Sauvignon (Sonoma),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/benziger-1996-blue-rock-vyd-cabernet-sauvignon-sonoma/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Benziger
,Red,US,"When first poured, this Cabernet seems a bit stiff and awkward, but it soon blossoms into a lovely, harmonious wine, with massive fruit tending toward black cherry and dark plum. It should continue to improve for up to eight years in the bottle. Cellar Selection.",Napa Valley,30,91,California,Napa,Napa Valley,Pride Mountain 1996 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pride-mountain-1996-napa-valley-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-valley/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Pride Mountain
13.4,Red,US,"Opens with a blast of toasty French oak, mingled with fancy black-currant, blackberry and chocolate aromas. Rich and mouth-filling, with a long finish. The dusty tannins suggest mid- to long-term aging.",,25,91,Washington,Columbia Valley,Columbia Valley (WA),Canoe Ridge 1996 Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/canoe-ridge-1996-cabernet-sauvignon-columbia-valley-wa/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Canoe Ridge
,White,US,"Hold onto your hat when you sip this one, which is crafted in a white Burgundy style. A gorgeous aroma of citrus and ripe peach leads to clean, crisp, ultrarefined fruit sensations on the palate. So fine and rich, it really defines cool-climate South Coast Chardonnay.",Grand Cuvée,30,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Ynez Valley,Babcock 1996 Grand Cuvée Chardonnay (Santa Ynez Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/babcock-1996-grand-cuvee-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-ynez-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Babcock
,White,US,"Byron's priciest Chard, fermented with native yeasts, unfiltered and draped in toasty, charred oak. Bursts with all kinds of citrus and ripe peach flavors. It's young, though, and almost a shame to drink it now. Best to cellar this showy, flashy wine for a year or so.",Estate,32,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Byron 1996 Estate Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byron-1996-estate-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1996,Byron
,Red,US,"From 2,000-foot vineyards comes this ripe, intense Cabernet. Very pure cassis aromas and flavors, and lots of oak. Rich and dense in the mouth, with young, flashy fruit. Ripe and polished, and what a long finish. Soft but fine tannins. Can drink now or age.",Santa Cruz Mountains,23,91,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Byington 1995 Santa Cruz Mountains Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/byington-1995-santa-cruz-mountains-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Byington
,White,US,"An unfiltered whopper (15.1% alcohol), it's also unfined. Literally cloudy in the glass—closer to amber than greenish gold in color. Toasted beyond belief. Almost impossible to consider it a sipping wine, it cries out for wild fowl like partridge or pheasant. What a finish.",Bald Mountain Vineyard,29,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz Mountains,Thunder Mountain 1997 Bald Mountain Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1997-bald-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-cruz-mountains/,Chardonnay,1997,Thunder Mountain
,White,US,"Almost everything you could ask for. A fine full-bodied Chardonnay that borders on voluptuous. Tremendously ripe and full of Alexander Valley power. Flowery on the nose, with plenty of texture and muscular oak framing the fruit. A very good wine from an excellent Chardonnay vintage.",,22,92,California,Sonoma,Sonoma County,Ferrari-Carano 1997 Chardonnay (Sonoma County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/ferrari-carano-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Ferrari-Carano
,White,US,"Richer than the regular bottling, a monster of a wine, with fig, apple, pear and tropical fruit aromas and flavors. Even novices will know this is an “important” white wine.",Reserve,32,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Maria Valley,Cambria 1995 Reserve Chardonnay (Santa Maria Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/cambria-1995-reserve-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-maria-valley/,Chardonnay,1995,Cambria
,White,US,"The opening is bright and lemony, deepening to ripe tropical fruit and peach flavors with an underlying base of butterscotch and coconut. It all comes together on the finish, which is balanced and utterly delicious.",Paragon Vineyard,17,92,California,Central Coast,Edna Valley,Edna Valley Vineyard 1997 Paragon Vineyard Chardonnay (Edna Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/edna-valley-vineyard-1997-paragon-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-edna-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Edna Valley Vineyard
,Red,US,"This is red wine's version of hearty health food—it's unfined and unfiltered, and you will know it right away. Concentrated beyond all get out, it has laser-beam intensity, but with pleasant soft tannins. Thunderous with Thor-like strength, the sensual side of this monster Cab is what tops the cake. One to keep an eye on.",Bate's Ranch,39,92,California,Central Coast,Santa Cruz County,Thunder Mountain 1996 Bate's Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Santa Cruz County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/thunder-mountain-1996-bates-ranch-cabernet-sauvignon-central-coast-santa-cruz-county/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,Thunder Mountain
,White,US,"Philip Staley has got off the Rhône ranger horse for this very attractive Chardonnay, which offers ripe citrus and melon fruit with just a touch of green apple peel. Very nice wine. Best Buy.",,13,92,California,Sonoma,Russian River Valley,ST Staley Thomas 1997 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/st-staley-thomas-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-russian-river-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,ST Staley Thomas
,White,US,"The prettiest green-apple, citrus and honey aromas, with pineapple, vanilla and buttered toast. Dangerously good wine, lush and seductive, the kind you'd bring to that proverbial desert island. But young and sharp, a nymph with a bite. Could mellow with short-term aging.",,22,92,California,Sonoma,Green Valley,Iron Horse 1997 Chardonnay (Green Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/iron-horse-1997-chardonnay-sonoma-green-valley/,Chardonnay,1997,Iron Horse
,Red,US,"An elegant wine with lean yet fairly intense fruit in the black-cherry/ plum range. Past the opening fruit there are touches of chocolate and dashes of spice. Because of its harmony and balance, the wine is drinking quite well now, but should be even better with five to eight years of bottle age.",Reserve,125,93,California,Napa,Oakville,Groth 1995 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/groth-1995-reserve-cabernet-sauvignon-napa-oakville/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1995,Groth
,White,US,"There is wonderful fruit here, ranging from light citrus through mango, with a shaving of pineapple, fading into butterscotch, and layers upon layers of flavor on the finish.",Bien Nacido Vineyard,28,94,California,Central Coast,Santa Barbara County,Steele 1997 Bien Nacido Vineyard Chardonnay (Santa Barbara County),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/steele-1997-bien-nacido-vineyard-chardonnay-central-coast-santa-barbara-county/,Chardonnay,1997,Steele
13.6,White,US,"A harmonious wine with bright tropical fruit laid over a rich nutty-apple base, just touched by spice. This is that rare California Chardonnay that will reward three to five years of bottle aging.",,31,94,California,Central Coast,Chalone,Chalone 1997 Chardonnay (Chalone),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chalone-1997-chardonnay-chalone/,Chardonnay,1997,Chalone
13.8,Red,US,"Here's a picture-perfect Cabernet with a nose so true and dense that you can barely get inside, but once you do everything is there. Huge, dynamic fruit plays off fine wood notes. Mighty tannins build up and prolong the flavorful, intense finish. A very big, very black wine that is also very, very good. From the family that owns Sutter Home.",Founders Estate,30,95,California,California Other,California,M. Trinchero 1996 Founders Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (California),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/m-trinchero-1996-founders-estate-cabernet-sauvignon-other/,Cabernet Sauvignon,1996,M. Trinchero
12.5,White,US,"This sweet dessert-style Vidal suffers from a weak nose and low acidity, which makes it seem fat. Still, there's enough sweetness to stand up to desserts and it might be nice for macerating fruit.",,13,80,Virginia,Virginia,,Tarara 1997 Vidal Blanc (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/tarara-1997-other-white-vidal-blanc-virginia/,Vidal Blanc,1997,Tarara
,Dessert,US,"Gold color. The floral and spicy nose shows quince and peach-pie notes. Syrupy sweet, with a slight metallic tang - like the canned peaches mom used to pack for school lunch. A blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Gewürztraminer that doesn't quite come together on the palate.",Finale White Dessert Wine,25,80,New York,Long Island,North Fork of Long Island,Pellegrini Vineyards 1996 Finale White Dessert Wine White (North Fork of Long Island),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pellegrini-1996-finale-white-dessert-wine-long-island-north-fork/,White Blend,1996,Pellegrini Vineyards
11,White,France,Review unavailable at this time,,35,80,Alsace,Alsace,,Leon Beyer 1997 Tokay Pinot Gris (Alsace),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/leon-beyer-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-tokay-alsace/,Tokay Pinot Gris,1997,Leon Beyer
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Selezione Luwa Collio DOC,14,80,,Collio,,Luwa 1997 Selezione Luwa Collio DOC Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/luwa-1997-selezione-collio-doc-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Luwa
12,Rose,US,"Aromas of overripe strawberries make for an unappetizing first impression. Lightly sweet and low in acid, this blend of 95% Riesling and 5% Cabernet may hold some appeal as a picnic wine.",Dogwood Blush,10,80,Virginia,Virginia,,Oasis NV Dogwood Blush Rosé (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/oasis-nv-dogwood-blush-rose-virginia/,Rosé,,Oasis
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,9,80,,Delle Venezie,,Sartori 1997 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sartori-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Sartori
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,18,80,,Alto Adige,,J. Hofstatter 1997 Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/j-hofstatter-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,J. Hofstatter
12.8,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,19,80,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Chehalem 1997 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chehalem-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1997,Chehalem
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,San Giuseppe,11,81,Veneto,Valdadige,,Villa Girardi 1997 San Giuseppe Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-girardi-1997-san-giuseppe-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Villa Girardi
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,12,81,Veneto,Lison-Pramaggiore,,Villa Frattina 1997 Pinot Grigio (Lison-Pramaggiore),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-frattina-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-lison-pramaggiore/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Villa Frattina
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Grigio Luna,9,81,Veneto,Valdadige,,Villa Borghetti 1998 Grigio Luna Pinot Grigio (Valdadige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villa-borghetti-1998-grigio-luna-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-valdadige/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Villa Borghetti
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,7,81,Veneto,Piave,,Le Muse 1997 Pinot Grigio (Piave),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/le-muse-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-piave/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Le Muse
14.1,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,12,82,California,Central Coast,Paso Robles,Martin Brothers 1997 Pinot Grigio (Paso Robles),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/martin-brothers-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-central-coast-paso-robles/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Martin Brothers
11.5,White,US,"Light, crisp, with a bit of spritz, this dryish Riesling could be partnered advantageously with nearly any shellfish. The green-apple flavors are straightforward, making for a nice patio wine.",,10,82,Virginia,Monticello,,Barboursville Vineyards 1998 Riesling (Monticello),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/barboursville-vineyards-1998-riesling-monticello/,Riesling,1998,Barboursville Vineyards
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,8,82,,Trentino,,Lagaria 1997 Pinot Grigio (Trentino),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/lagaria-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-trentino/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Lagaria
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,23,82,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Krizia 1996 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/krizia-1996-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1996,Krizia
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,13,82,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Bortoluzzi 1997 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/bortoluzzi-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Bortoluzzi
12.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,13,82,,Collio,,Pighin 1997 Pinot Grigio (Collio),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pighin-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-collio/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Pighin
13.5,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,14,82,Oregon,Oregon Other,Oregon,Adelsheim 1998 Pinot Grigio (Oregon),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/adelsheim-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-other/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Adelsheim
12,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,12,82,,Delle Venezie,,Turning Leaf 1997 Pinot Grigio (Delle Venezie),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/turning-leaf-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-delle-venezie/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Turning Leaf
13.5,White,US,Review unavailable at this time,,16,82,Oregon,Willamette Valley,Willamette Valley,Sokol Blosser 1998 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/sokol-blosser-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-gris-willamette-valley/,Pinot Gris,1998,Sokol Blosser
13,White,US,Gives an almost cloying impression of sweet fruit and vanilla-oak flavors. Simple and low in acid. Serve well-chilled for best results.,Founder's Reserve,16,82,Virginia,Virginia,,Shenandoah Vineyards 1997 Founder's Reserve Chardonnay (Virginia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/shenandoah-vineyards-1997-founders-reserve-chardonnay-virginia/,Chardonnay,1997,Shenandoah Vineyards
,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,10,82,,Colli Orientali del Friuli,,Giacomelli 1997 Pinot Grigio (Colli Orientali del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/giacomelli-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-colli-orientali-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Giacomelli
13,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Praedium,17,82,,Alto Adige,,Colterenzio 1997 Praedium Pinot Grigio (Alto Adige),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/colterenzio-1997-praedium-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-alto-adige/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Colterenzio
,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,12,82,,Isonzo del Friuli,,Villanova 1997 Pinot Grigio (Isonzo del Friuli),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/villanova-1997-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-isonzo-del-friuli/,Pinot Grigio,1997,Villanova
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,,,82,,Friuli Aquileia,,Albola 1998 Pinot Grigio (Friuli Aquileia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/albola-1998-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-friuli-aquileia/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Albola
11.5,White,Italy,Review unavailable at this time,Vigneti del Sole,8,82,Lombardy,Pavia,,Pasqua 1998 Vigneti del Sole Pinot Grigio (Pavia),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/pasqua-1998-vigneti-sole-pinot-grigio-gris-grigio-pavia/,Pinot Grigio,1998,Pasqua
,Red,US,"Plummy and earthy on the nose, on the palate it shows sour-cherry flavors and strong acidity. Tart, could use some more flesh to balance things out. All Chambourcin, a French-American hybrid.",Proprietors Reserve,11,82,Pennsylvania,Pennsylvania,,Chaddsford 1997 Proprietors Reserve Red (Pennsylvania),https://www.winemag.com/buying-guide/chaddsford-1997-proprietors-reserve-red-pennsylvania/,Red Blend,1997,Chaddsford