daily wine picks

$15 to $30

Jan. 28, 2013: HANDCRAFT Petite Sirah California 2009 (88 points, $15)

Vivid blueberry and blackberry flavors burst through, with a chorus of spice, toasted herb and cedary notes in the background. Smooth, showing good tannic traction on the finish. Drink now through 2018. 2,500 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Jan. 26, 2013: ACROBAT Pinot Noir Oregon 2011 (88 points, $18)

Light and fruity, with floral and red berry flavors dancing exuberantly, like a young Beaujolais. Finishes with polish. Drink now. 32,000 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

Jan. 25, 2013: BOOMTOWN Syrah Washington 2010 (88 points, $15)

Smooth and velvety, with floral, blueberry and spice flavors that linger on the deft finish. Drink now through 2014. 2,130 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

Jan. 24, 2013: UNIÓN DE COSECHEROS DE LABASTIDA Rioja Castillo Labastida Reserva 2006 (90 points, $23)

Toasty and smoky aromas give way to flavors of black cherry, espresso and licorice in this focused red. Light, firm tannins and lively acidity give structure to the supple, polished texture. Not big, but expressive. Drink now through 2016. 16,600 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

Jan. 24, 2013: LOUIS LATOUR Chevalier-Montrachet Les Demoiselles 2010 (92 points, $30)

Leads off with honey, citronella and toast flavors, with an undercurrent of lemon and apple notes. Balanced, needing time for the refined structure to integrate. Subtle intensity and length build to a lingering aftertaste. Best from 2014 through 2022. 210 cases imported. —Bruce Sanderson