daily wine picks

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Dec. 19, 2012: VICENTE GANDÍA Verdejo Viño de la Tierra de Castilla 2011 (85 points, $12)

Juicy flavors of pineapple and mango are accented by ginger and smoky notes in this broad white, with just enough acidity to carry the generous body. Drink now. 8,400 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

Dec. 18, 2012: HUSCH Sauvignon Blanc Mendocino La Ribera Vineyards 2011 (86 points, $14)

The tangy lemon and green apple flavors are juicy and refreshing, with touches of apple blossom and lemongrass. Drink now. 9,000 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Dec. 17, 2012: B. CHÉREAU PÈRE & FILS Sauvignon Touraine Domaine La Prévôte 2011 (86 points, $11)

Tarragon, thyme and chive notes mingle in this herbaceous version, with a backdrop of lemon zest that hangs through the finish. Drink now. 6,000 cases made. —James Molesworth

Dec. 15, 2012: DEPRÉVILLE Brut Vin Mousseux NV (86 points, $11)

Light-bodied and crisp, with subtle poached apple, candied lemon zest and ginger notes. A hint of pastry adds some richness to this version, which leans toward the austere. Drink now. 25,000 cases made. —Kim Marcus

Dec. 14, 2012: VIÑA PALACIEGA Rioja Crianza 2008 (87 points, $10)

A gamy note gives way to black cherry, smoke and cedar flavors in this supple red. Light, firm tannins and crisp acidity lend focus and grip. Drink now through 2014. 20,000 cases made. —Thomas Matthews