daily wine picks

Less than $15

Sep. 02, 2010 VALLEY VINEYARDS Chenin Blanc Swartland The Royal Old Vines 2009 (86 points, $10)

Fresh and breezy, with white peach, blanched almond and honeysuckle notes. Quick, lively finish. Drink now. 11,000 cases made. —James Molesworth

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$15 to $30

Sep. 02, 2010 MAS DE BOISLAUZON Côtes du Rhône-Villages 2008 (87 points, $15)

Up front, with dark plum skin, tobacco and anise notes carried by lightly firm-edged tannins. Drink now. 1,200 cases made. —James Molesworth

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More than $30

Sep. 02, 2010 ÁLVARO PALACIOS Priorat Les Terrasses 2007 (90 points, $39)

This supple, medium-bodied red offers berry, chocolate and savory flavors, with good balance and a fresh, floral finish. Not showy, but has grace and length. Drink now through 2014. 12,000 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

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