daily wine picks

Less than $15

Feb. 25, 2010 SILENI Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough Cellar Selection 2009 (90 points, $13)

Light and tangy, on the tart side, but polished and refined, offering Asian pear, grapefruit and lime peel flavors that don't quit on the finish. Drink now. 50,000 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

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$15 to $30

Feb. 25, 2010 ZACA MESA Syrah Santa Ynez Valley 2006 (93 points, $22)

Offering wonderful floral, grapey plum and wild berry aromas, this is rich, smooth and supple on the palate, with tiers of dark berry, mocha, mineral and spice flavors that glide along. Drink now through 2015. 12,325 cases made. —James Laube

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More than $30

Feb. 25, 2010 QUINTA DO VALLADO Douro Reserva 2007 (96 points, $65)

Rich, powerful and finely crafted, with layers of concentrated red plum, currant, blueberry and kirsch flavors. Silky tannins knit it seamlessly together. The elegant and refined finish is filled with mineral, smoke and spice. Drink now through 2016. 2,056 cases made. —Kim Marcus

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