More than $30
Jul. 09, 1999:
FLORA SPRINGS Trilogy Napa Valley
(94 points, $45)
Here's an impressive red blend from California. Tightly structured, with a rich array of currant, black cherry, anise, cedar, tar and spice flavors of remarkable harmony and finesse, ending in a long, complex aftertaste. Best from 2000 through 2009. Conta
Jun. 23, 1999:
ROSEMOUNT Syrah McLaren Vale Balmoral
(92 points, $40)
Ripe, round and remarkably generous, this smooth-textured, gleaming red from Australia spins out blueberry, blackberry, plum, tobacco and anise flavors that last and last on the pretty finish. One of the more supple examples of Balmoral. Drink now through
Jun. 19, 1999:
TENUTA SAN LEONARDO San Leonardo
(93 points, $50)
A monster of a red. This stunning Bordeaux-style blend from Italy is inky in color and exhibits incredible concentration of black currant and dried herb character. It's full-bodied and superconcentrated, with masses of velvety tannins and a long, long fin
This outstanding white from two of the variety's California hot spots is sure to please. It serves up a wide array of smoky, toasty flavors that run deep and long, with complementary ripe fig, apricot, melon and spice in proportion and a long, rich aftert
Here's a classic Chardonnay from Kistler, whose '96s may be the best yet from this perennially top-notch producer. There's a wonderful range of ripe, exotic, complex flavors in this wine -- tiers of concentrated, earthy pear, citrus, fig and apricot -- an
