daily wine picks

$15 to $30

Dec. 21, 2012: SCHLOSS VOLLRADS Riesling Kabinett Rheingau Medium Dry 2011 (90 points, $25)

This has latent power to the lemon-lime flavors that are supported by firm acidity and an elegant structure. The finish lingers with grapefruit and hints of white pepper. Drink now through 2020. 2,000 cases made. —Kim Marcus

Dec. 20, 2012: ANTINORI Toscana Villa Antinori Red 2009 (90 points, $25)

Black currant, bilberry, violet and spice flavors align in this luscious red, which is well-balanced and integrated, with a lingering aftertaste of sweet fruit and spices. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Drink now through 2018. 54,000 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson

Dec. 19, 2012: ROOTS RUN DEEP Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Educated Guess 2010 (87 points, $20)

Tightly wound, with an appealing mix of mineral, spice, dried berry and sage. Tannins are gutsy and chewy. Drink now through 2018. 38,000 cases made. —James Laube

Dec. 18, 2012: VIÑA EL PRINCIPAL Calicanto Maipo Valley 2010 (89 points, $18)

Well-balanced, with bright acidity and medium tannins backing the ripe cassis and dark cherry core, as nuances of underbrush, black olive and spice fill in the edges. Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère, Cabernet Franc and Syrah. Drink now. 6,000 cases made. —Nathan Wesley

Dec. 17, 2012: FRATELLI GIACOSA Nebbiolo d'Alba 2010 (88 points, $18)

A smooth, polished red in a medium-weight frame, showing cherry, raspberry and licorice flavors. This is rich, featuring a long finish. Drink now. 6,000 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson