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May. 23, 2013: QUINTA DO VALLADO Douro Field Blend Reserva 2010 (91 points, $60)

Powerful, complex and concentrated, with good cut to the dried blackberry, dark currant and crushed plum flavors, featuring savory and cedary notes. Lithe, delivering a finish of dried beef, mineral and spice. Drink now through 2018. 6,160 cases made. —Kim Marcus

May. 22, 2013: CASTELLO BANFI Brunello di Montalcino 2008 (91 points, $55)

A vibrant, cherry- and black currant-flavored red, with a bracing structure that drives to the lingering conclusion. The tannins are pronounced yet well-integrated, with hints of spice and tobacco on the finish. Best from 2016 through 2032. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 45,800 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson

May. 21, 2013: CRISTOM Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Sommers Reserve 2009 (91 points, $41)

Ripe flavors of blueberry and plum dance on a medium-weight frame, shaded by hints of pepper and clove, underlined by fine tannins. A hint of orange tea emerges on the finish. Drink now through 2017. 2,417 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

May. 20, 2013: CAPARZO Brunello di Montalcino 2008 (90 points, $45)

Fresh cherry and raspberry flavors highlight this juicy red, with accents of underbrush and tobacco lending nuance, followed by a spicy finish. The dense tannins suggest this is built for the long haul. Best from 2016 through 2030. 4,600 cases imported. —Bruce Sanderson

May. 18, 2013: PRAGER Riesling Smaragd Trocken Wachau Achleiten 2011 (91 points, $80)

Buoyant, with racy acidity and lively, fresh-cut apple and Meyer lemon flavors that take on a creamy allure. The tarragon notes mesh with effusive minerality and hints of white pepper. Drink now through 2020. 7,500 cases made. —Kim Marcus

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