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Picks for Jan. 12, 2013

Less than $15

Jan. 12, 2013 LINE 39 Petite Sirah North Coast 2010 (86 points, $10)

Vibrant, with thickly tannic wild berry flavors, full of spice and tobacco details. A peppery note weaves in and out, lingering on the finish. Drink now through 2018. 10,000 cases made. —MaryAnn Worobiec


$15 to $30

Jan. 12, 2013 VIÑA CASABLANCA Carmenère Rapel Valley Cefiro Reserva 2010 (86 points, $15)

This supple, ripe red boasts tasty dark cherry and cassis notes woven with savory herb, cedar and spice hints, turning a touch dry in the finish. Drink now. 8,000 cases made. —Nathan Wesley


More than $30

Jan. 12, 2013 ROBERT WEIL Riesling Spätlese Rheingau Kiedrich Turmberg 2011 (93 points, $80)

An unctuous style, concentrated and opulent, with ripe citrus, pear and peach flavors that feature an appealing frothiness. Shows a very creamy midpalate, with a long, lush finish that offers ripe melon and glazed apricot notes. Best from 2014 through 2034. 400 cases made. —Kim Marcus


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