daily wine picks

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Jun. 01, 2013: BOEKENHOUTSKLOOF Syrah Coastal Region Porcupine Ridge 2011 (88 points, $13)

The lively white pepper and violet notes run through a core of lightly mulled plum and blackberry fruit. A dusty feel frames the finish. Drink now. 2,500 cases imported. —James Molesworth

May. 31, 2013: LINDEMANS Merlot South Eastern Australia Bin 40 2012 (87 points, $7)

A polished red, with ripe currant and floral flavors on a fleece-textured frame, lingering gently on the finish. Drink now. 60,000 cases imported. —Harvey Steiman

May. 30, 2013: BOEKENHOUTSKLOOF Sauvignon Blanc Western Cape Porcupine Ridge 2011 (87 points, $13)

Bright lemon, white asparagus, thyme and sweet pea flavors mingle in this lively, well-defined white. Drink now. 3,000 cases imported. —James Molesworth

May. 29, 2013: M. CHAPOUTIER Pays d'Oc Rosé Les Vignes De Bila-Haut 2012 (88 points, $14)

Offering a floral aroma, with pretty flavors of crushed red fruits, this has a pleasant dryness, showing good intensity to the wet stone and slate flavors. The firm finish features a citrus element. Drink now through . 6,000 cases made. —Kim Marcus

May. 28, 2013: FEUDI DI SAN MARZANO Negroamaro Puglia Sud 2008 (89 points, $12)

This dark red shows leather, tobacco and medicinal herb notes to the rich dark cherry and wild blackberry fruit. Bitter, with a firm aftertaste of cherry skin. Drink now. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 150,000 cases made. —Nathan Wesley