daily wine picks

$15 to $30

Mar. 15, 2013: MARKUS MOLITOR Riesling QbA Mosel Haus Klosterberg 2011 (90 points, $18)

Stylish and rich-tasting, with a smoky note running through the ripe apple, apricot and white peach flavors. Creamy and plush on the finish, featuring hints of golden raisin. Drink now through 2015. 5,000 cases made. —Kim Marcus

Mar. 14, 2013: THREE RIVERS Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 2009 (88 points, $21)

Sandy tannins wrap around a dark berry and black cherry core, with smoke and tar on the finish. Drink now through 2016. 3,200 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

Mar. 13, 2013: ZACA MESA Viognier Santa Ynez Valley 2010 (88 points, $18)

A smooth and elegant white, offering lemon, grapefruit and green apple flavors that show details of apple blossom and celery leaf. The lush body is accented by bracing acidity and a clean finish. Drink now. 6,182 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Mar. 12, 2013: BODEGAS Y VIÑEDOS MONTECASTRO Ribera del Duero Alconte Crianza 2009 (88 points, $24)

Coffee and cocoa notes frame a core of plum and licorice in this modern red. Features a plush texture, with just enough tannins and acidity for balance. Drink now through 2015. 2,000 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

Mar. 11, 2013: FESS PARKER Viognier Santa Barbara County 2010 (88 points, $25)

The lip-smacking ripe peach, nectarine and Asian pear flavors are wonderfully refreshing and intense, with grace notes of citrus zest, almond skin and chamomile. Drink now. 3,768 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec