daily wine picks

$15 to $30

May. 01, 2013: GLAZEBROOK Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Regional Reserve 2012 (89 points, $15)

The vivid and intense white grapefruit and green apple flavors display elegance, with white flower aromatics, touches of white pepper and a juicy, succulent body. Drink now. 1,500 cases imported. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Apr. 30, 2013: NINO NEGRI Valtellina Superiore Quadrio 2009 (89 points, $25)

Balanced, focused by fine acidity, this elegant red features light tannins framing flavors of sun-dried cherry, ground spice, grilled plum and subtle bresaola. Drink now through 2018. 2,050 cases imported. —Alison Napjus

Apr. 29, 2013: NAUTILUS Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2012 (87 points, $19)

Tangy, showing good intensity to the citrus zest, peach and yellow apple flavors. Made in a broad style, with a juicy, spicy finish. Drink now. 3,000 cases imported. —MaryAnn Worobiec

Apr. 27, 2013: GHOST PINES Zinfandel Sonoma-San Joaquin Counties Winemaker's Blend 2011 (87 points, $20)

Delicate and soft, with appealing raspberry, cinnamon and spice flavors. Drink now through 2017. 11,900 cases made. —Tim Fish

Apr. 26, 2013: COLTIBUONO Chianti Classico RS 2010 (89 points, $15)

A big, ripe style, with surprising structure and density underneath the flesh. The cherry, kirsch and spice flavors reign, lingering on the moderately long finish. Best from 2014 through 2020. 10,000 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson