daily wine picks

Less than $15

Dec. 01, 2012 DEAKIN Shiraz Victoria 2010 (89 points, $7)

Fresh and lively, offering a juicy hit of raspberry and white pepper that dances through the expressive finish. Drink now through 2016. 30,000 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

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$15 to $30

Dec. 01, 2012 COLUMBIA CREST H3 Les Chevaux Horse Heaven Hills 2010 (90 points, $15)

Supple and spicy, with a plush-textured, dark-hued, blackberry-rich mouthful lingering against creamy oak notes on the long and polished finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through 2017. 72,000 cases made. —Harvey Steiman

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More than $30

Dec. 01, 2012 DUVAL-LEROY Brut Champagne Femme 2000 (94 points, $150)

Firm and expressive, with well-cut acidity framing flavors of currant, licorice, bread dough and blanched almond. The mousse is soft and creamy, and showing hints of mineral, apple and fennel seed that linger on the lasting finish. Drink now through 2022. 1,800 cases made. —Alison Napjus

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