daily wine picks

$15 to $30

Feb. 09, 2013: STEELE Zinfandel Mendocino County Old Vine Pacini Vineyard 2009 (89 points, $18)

A zesty, old-school style, showing focus and a touch of elegance while maintaining appealing notes of briary berry, grilled anise and smoked pepper. Drink now through 2017. 4,000 cases made. —Tim Fish

Feb. 08, 2013: BARREL 27 High On The Hog Central Coast 2010 (88 points, $16)

Pretty, with floral highlights and plenty of peach, nectarine and strawberry flavors on a smooth body. Features a juicy, spicy finish. Grenache Blanc, Viognier, Roussanne and Marsanne. Drink now. 5,600 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Feb. 07, 2013: CHÂTEAU DE BRONDEAU Bordeaux Supérieur 2009 (88 points, $19)

A broad, muscular style, with dark cocoa woven into the fleshy plum, blackberry and black currant fruit. The rich finish is studded with toasted spice and tobacco notes. Shows the ripeness of the vintage. Solid. Drink now through 2015. 48,000 cases made. —James Molesworth

Feb. 06, 2013: TERENZI Morellino di Scansano 2010 (88 points, $20)

Bright, with lively acidity driving the cherry, plum and spice flavors. Tightens up on the long finish, imparting a slightly chewy feel to the tannins. Best from 2014 through 2020. 10,000 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson

Feb. 05, 2013: BODEGAS MARQUÉS DE ELCIEGO Rioja Selección 2009 (88 points, $24)

This lively red shows a slightly wild side, with racy raspberry, sweet licorice, and smoky balsamic flavors in a dense, smooth texture. Exuberant. Drink now through 2015. 6,000 cases made. —Thomas Matthews