daily wine picks

More than $30

Mar. 28, 2013: SEA SMOKE Pinot Noir Sta. Rita Hills Ten 2010 (91 points, $59)

A reined-in style, this captures the delicate mix of blueberry, wild berry, rose petal, subtle mineral and earth touches, supported by vibrant acidity and graceful tannins. Blueberry notes echo on the finish. Drink now through 2021. 2,500 cases made. —James Laube

Mar. 27, 2013: FRANZ HIRTZBERGER Grüner Veltliner Smaragd Trocken Wachau Axpoint 2011 (91 points, $55)

Delicate, with violet and orange blossom notes to the peach, pear and Fuji apple flavors. Hints of green herbs, tea and mint enliven the rich finish. Drink now through 2017. 50 cases imported. —Kim Marcus

Mar. 26, 2013: GORMAN Cabernet Sauvignon Red Mountain The Bully 2009 (92 points, $45)

Dark and juicy, with a bright edge to the red berry and black cherry flavors, hinting at chocolate and chile pepper as the finish rolls on easily against crisp tannins. Best from 2014 through 2019. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 560 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

Mar. 25, 2013: BODEGAS FARIÑA Toro Gran Dama de Toro 2006 (93 points, $45)

This muscular red is full-bodied and structured, with powerful tannins supporting a smoky, toasty character that's harmonious but austere. Hints of cherry, vanilla and rose emerge on the finish. Needs some time. Best after 2014. 4,500 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

Mar. 23, 2013: AGRICOLA PUNICA Isola dei Nuraghi Barrua 2009 (92 points, $34)

The dense, racy flavors of raspberry ganache are finely textured, with tobacco and pleasant herbal undertones. Powerful yet graceful, in need of decanting or short-term cellaring. Best from 2014 through 2020. 12,500 cases imported. —Nathan Wesley