daily wine picks

More than $30

Feb. 02, 2013: VIETTI Barolo Rocche 2008 (95 points, $130)

Appealing aromas of flowers, cherry and raspberry take on tobacco and leather flavors as this crosses the palate. Rich and round, with a supple texture, this is firmly structured, offering a fine aftertaste of fruit and mineral. Will need time to unwind. Best from 2017 through 2035. 320 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson

Feb. 01, 2013: C. VON SCHUBERT Riesling Spätlese Mosel Maximin Grünhäuser Abtsberg 2011 (92 points, $40)

Mouthwatering citrus and green apple flavors are chiseled and vibrant in this crunchy Riesling. Chives and green herbs are well-defined and accent the minerally essence. Chamomile notes enliven the finish. Drink now through 2030. 800 cases made. —Kim Marcus

Jan. 31, 2013: CHÂTEAU LA NERTHE Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2010 (91 points, $60)

A blast of toasted spice leads the way for a core of linzer torte, plum sauce and dark cherry preserves. The solid, juicy finish lets a red licorice note extend through it, with nice underlying grip. Drink now through 2021. 2,350 cases imported. —James Molesworth

Jan. 30, 2013: PUNSET Barbaresco 2008 (93 points, $40)

Aromatic and flavorful, exhibiting rose, cherry, licorice, tobacco and briar notes. Both supple and vibrant, with an elegance that belies the extremely dense tannins. Shows excellent length and an aftertaste of fruit, underbrush and mineral. Best from 2015 through 2030. 1,200 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson

Jan. 29, 2013: LAGIER MEREDITH Syrah Mount Veeder 2010 (94 points, $48)

This is beautifully crafted, pure, rich and focused on a tiered core of crushed rock, dried herb and berry that is both very tightly wound and uncommonly complex and detailed. Tempting now, but worthy of cellaring. Drink now through 2025. 400 cases made. —James Laube