daily wine picks

Less than $15

Oct. 04, 2012 CAVIPOR Vinho Verde Vinhas Altas 2011 (86 points, $8)

Very fruity, with lively peach, ripe apple and cherry flavors that feature jellied citrus notes. Clean on the finish, with minerally notes. Drink now. 25,000 cases made. —Kim Marcus

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$15 to $30

Oct. 04, 2012 CHRISTIAN SALMON Sancerre Cuvée Vieilles Vignes 2010 (89 points, $22)

Bright, with a chamomile and honeysuckle lead into the lemon curd and flint notes. Nice straw and smoke hints fill in on the finish. Drink now through 2013. 15,000 cases made. —James Molesworth

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More than $30

Oct. 04, 2012 CASCINA ADELAIDE Barolo Per Elen Riserva 2006 (92 points, $120)

A strapping young red whose oak spice aromas and flavors add dimension to the cherry and underbrush flavors without augmenting the tannins. It's well put together and long, with a spicy aftertaste. Best from 2014 through 2027. 500 cases made. —Bruce Sanderson

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