daily wine picks

More than $30

Apr. 20, 2013: DOMAINE TERLATO & CHAPOUTIER Shiraz Pyrenees Malakoff 2010 (92 points, $48)

This fresh and vibrant red is focused and distinctive, offering black olive and mineral overtones around a vivid core of plum and blackberry fruit. Persists easily against polished tannins. Drink now through 2018. 1,300 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

Apr. 19, 2013: CASANOVA DI NERI Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova 2008 (94 points, $80)

The sawdust and graphite aromas turn to cherry and raspberry flavors in this vibrant, complex red. A beam of sweet fruit imparts energy and resonance, carrying this to a long, expansive aftertaste. The finish shows potential. Best from 2016 through 2035. 8,200 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson

Apr. 18, 2013: SINEANN Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton District Resonance Vineyard 2011 (92 points, $48)

A ripe, fresh red, brimming with dark berry flavors that play against hints of loamy earth and black tea as the finely tannic finish lingers. Drink now through 2017. 425 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

Apr. 17, 2013: TERLATO Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District 2009 (93 points, $72)

Strikes an inviting balance of intensity and finesse, displaying a rich core of dark berry, mocha, black licorice and crushed rock, ending with a graceful crease on the finish. Drink now through 2022. 1,000 cases made. —James Laube

Apr. 15, 2013: COLLIER FALLS Zinfandel Dry Creek Valley Private Reserve 2009 (91 points, $34)

Ripe and zesty, offering great focus and structure, with black raspberry and licorice aromas matched to plush cherry, toasty vanilla and pepper flavors. Drink now through 2018. 170 cases made. —Tim Fish