daily wine picks

Less than $15

Sep. 17, 2012 LA COMPAGNIE RHODANIENNE Côtes du Rhône Jean Berteau Réserve 2011 (87 points, $10)

Offers a nice burly feel, featuring roasted bay leaf and chestnut notes, with a solid core of crushed cherry and plum fruit and a light toasty finish. Drink now. 10,000 cases made. —James Molesworth

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$15 to $30

Sep. 17, 2012 ARGYLE Brut Willamette Valley 2008 (90 points, $27)

A light, airy style delivers plenty of pear and pineapple fruit, keeping the balance delicate and fresh. This shows a refreshing balance, and the flavors persist. Drink now. 11,250 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

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More than $30

Sep. 17, 2012 CONCHA Y TORO Cabernet Sauvignon Puente Alto Don Melchor 2008 (94 points, $95)

This ripe, dense red delivers base notes of humus, mocha and toasty oak supporting the rich cassis, black cherry and dark plum fruit character. There's fine tannins for support, but this is all rich fruit on the spicy finish. Drink now through 2018. 13,000 cases made. —Nathan Wesley

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