daily wine picks

Less than $15

Oct. 03, 2012 MONKEY BAY Sauvignon Blanc Marlborough 2011 (85 points, $11)

Yellow apple, melon and apricot flavors are balanced and softly juicy, with modest intensity. Drink now. 180,000 cases imported. —MaryAnn Worobiec

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$15 to $30

Oct. 03, 2012 ALLEGRINI Veronese Palazzo della Torre 2009 (89 points, $22)

Flavors of blackberry, candied black currant and kirsch mix with hints of pomegranate, violet and balsamic in this open-knit, creamy red. Medium-bodied, with a lightly juicy finish. Drink now through 2017. 18,300 cases made. —Alison Napjus

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More than $30

Oct. 03, 2012 ABEJA Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley 2009 (92 points, $44)

A plush style, brimming with gorgeous plum and currant fruit framed with dark chocolate, smoky meat and spice flavors. Finishes with power and sleek balance. Drink now through 2017. 1,830 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

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