daily wine picks

$15 to $30

Jan. 23, 2013: CHÂTEAU DES CAPITANS Juliénas 2010 (88 points, $19)

Medium-bodied and accessible, this is framed by light tannins and tangy acidity, providing structure for flavors of currant, raspberry, tobacco and black cherry. Smoky finish. Drink now through 2015. 6,000 cases made. —Alison Napjus

Jan. 22, 2013: KANONKOP Kadette Stellenbosch 2010 (87 points, $15)

Focused, with a core of fresh plum, red currant and cherry skin notes, laced with dark spice and black tea. The lightly taut structure harnesses the finish. Pinotage, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now. 5,000 cases imported. —James Molesworth

Jan. 21, 2013: DOMAINE DE TRIENNES Viognier Vin de Pays du Var Ste.-Fleur 2010 (87 points, $20)

This is filled with precise flavors of green peach and savory herb, supported by a crisp structure. Candied melon and white pepper accent the finish. Drink now. 3,000 cases imported. —Kim Marcus

Jan. 19, 2013: VERAMONTE Primus The Blend Colchagua Valley 2009 (90 points, $20)

Dark crushed cherries, cassis and graphite notes are supported by a full-bodied frame of fine tannins and fresh acidity, as the compact finish unwinds with hints of cured olive, grilled herb and spice. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Carmenère and Merlot. Drink now through 2017. 16,000 cases made. —Nathan Wesley

Jan. 18, 2013: DR. LOOSEN Riesling Kabinett Mosel Blue Slate 2011 (88 points, $22)

Straightway flavors of red peach and lemon mint are juicy and well-spiced. Applesauce notes flash on the finish. Drink now through 2017. 7,000 cases imported. —Kim Marcus