daily wine picks

Less than $15

Feb. 02, 2010 ALMIRA Grenache-Syrah Campo de Borja Los Dos Old Vines 2008 (84 points, $8)

Black cherry, black pepper, licorice and cola notes mingle in this juicy red, supported by modest but firm tannins. The floral, fruity finish lingers nicely. Drink now. 25,000 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

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$15 to $30

Feb. 02, 2010 DOMINIO DEL PLATA Cabernet Sauvignon Mendoza Crios de Susana Balbo 2008 (86 points, $15)

A very friendly, forward style, with slightly jammy raspberry and plum flavors laced with a toasted vanilla note. Drink now. 20,000 cases made. —James Molesworth

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More than $30

Feb. 02, 2010 WARWICK Estate Reserve Stellenbosch 2006 (91 points, $33)

Ripe and muscular, with inviting black tea, fig, bacon and licorice notes giving way to a delicious plum pudding note on the thickly layered finish. Cuts a broad swath. For the hedonist crowd. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot. This wine is labeled as Trilogy outside the U.S. market. Drink now through 2011. 5,000 cases made. —James Molesworth

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