daily wine picks

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Jan. 16, 2013: LINE 39 Petite Sirah North Coast 2011 (86 points, $10)

The fragrant candied violet notes and pomegranate flavors show a juicy edge and spicy cedar details, offering up a mouthful of tannins. Drink now through 2022. 10,000 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Jan. 15, 2013: VERAMONTE Cabernet Sauvignon Colchagua Valley El Caballero 2010 (89 points, $12)

This suave red offers tangy layers of cassis, crushed cherry, licorice and mocha notes on a full yet silky frame. There's grip, but the finish delivers ample fruit, spice and toasty oak notes. Drink now. 13,000 cases made. —Nathan Wesley

Jan. 14, 2013: BOEKENHOUTSKLOOF The Wolftrap Red Western Cape 2011 (86 points, $11)

A flash of white pepper gives way to soft plum, mulled cherry and steeped vanilla bean notes, with a gentle finish. Syrah, Mourvèdre and Viognier. Drink now. 17,000 cases imported. —James Molesworth

Jan. 12, 2013: LINE 39 Petite Sirah North Coast 2010 (86 points, $10)

Vibrant, with thickly tannic wild berry flavors, full of spice and tobacco details. A peppery note weaves in and out, lingering on the finish. Drink now through 2018. 10,000 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Jan. 11, 2013: VIÑA SANTA EMA Chardonnay Maipo Valley Selected Terroir 2011 (85 points, $9)

A fresh, appley white, with light spice, melon and vanilla notes rounding out the finish. Drink now. 4,000 cases imported. —Nathan Wesley