daily wine picks

Less than $15

Jan. 08, 2013 CUNE Rioja Rosado 2011 (85 points, $12)

Round and polished, this dry rosé offers generous flavors of cherry and plum, with notes of spice that impart a hint of sweetness on the finish. Drink now. 55,000 cases made. —Thomas Matthews

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$15 to $30

Jan. 08, 2013 VESEVO Fiano di Avellino 2011 (90 points, $25)

A ripe, compact version, showing juicy honeydew melon, Key lime and spicy pear accents, with light pine and spice notes filling the fine, focused finish. Drink now. 5,000 cases made. —Nathan Wesley

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More than $30

Jan. 08, 2013 ALTAMURA Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2009 (94 points, $85)

Striking, rich and opulent, elegant and refined, with ripe, dense blackberry, melted black licorice and touches of cinnamon and baking spice. Ends with fine-grained, detailed tannins. Best from 2013 through 2027. 3,500 cases made. —James Laube

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