daily wine picks

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Jan. 11, 2001: ANTINORI Umbria Cervaro della Sala (91 points, $42)

Perhaps better known for Chiantis and super-Tuscan reds, Antinori produces this white from a blend of Chardonnay and Grechetto. White Burgundy in Umbria. Aromas of ripe pineapple, honey and toasted oak follow through to a full-bodied wine with rich fruit —James Suckling

Jan. 10, 2001: CHÂTEAU TROTANOY Pomerol (96 points, $207)

Owned by the Moueix family, the owners of Château Pétrus, the '98 Trotanoy is another classic Pomerol from this vintage. A subtle and harmonious young red with berry, tobacco and vanilla character. Full-bodied, with masses of extremely polished, fine ta —James Suckling

Jan. 09, 2001: CHÂTEAU L'EVANGILE Pomerol (98 points, $143)

Here's another classic right-bank wine from the two-faced '98 Bordeaux vintage. Captivating aromas of wild raspberry, cherry, mineral and grilled meat mark this full-bodied wine, along with huge, silky tannins and an extra-long, caressing finish. Envelops —James Suckling

Jan. 08, 2001: CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ St.-Julien (91 points, $32)

Despite a rainy harvest on the Left Bank in '98, this second-growth turned in an outstanding performance. Well done. Aromas of black truffles and ripe fruit introduce a full-bodied wine with lots of fruit and velvety tannins. A mouthful. Amazing for the v —James Suckling

Jan. 06, 2001: CHÂTEAU CHEVAL-BLANC St.-Emilion 1998 (98 points, $190)

Cheval-Blanc's 91 acres of vines form a single, unbroken block, located on the border of the Pomerol appellation. They are planted primarily (57 percent) to Cabernet Franc, along with Merlot and tiny amounts of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. The estate's —James Suckling